If you've ever wondered why some of the world's most celebrated wines come from Bordeaux, the answer is surprisingly simple: teamwork. Unlike many wine regions that focus on a single grape variety, Bordeaux has built its reputation on the art of blending. Here, winemaking is equal parts agriculture, science, and artistry. Rather than asking one grape to do everything, Bordeaux winemakers carefully combine several varieties, allowing each to contribute its own strengths to cre

Bastille Day Self Guided Wine Flight Enjoy a self guided tour of France with our French Wine Flight offered through the month of July 2026. Enjoy in the shop or purchase a bottle or two for home. July 14 marks Bastille Day, France's national holiday celebrating the beginning of the French Revolution in 1789. While it's known for parades, fireworks, and celebrations across France, it also tells an important story about French wine. Before the Revolution, many of France's great

When most people hear the words fortified wine, they often think of a dusty bottle tucked away in a grandparent's cabinet or a splash of cooking sherry used in a recipe. The reality is much more exciting. Fortified wines are some of the most historic, complex, age-worthy, and food-friendly wines in the world. From the sun-soaked vineyards of Portugal to the cellars of Spain and the cafés of Italy, fortified wines have been enjoyed for centuries and are experiencing a well-des

Rosé Week is here! From our featured by-the-glass Saurus Pinot Noir Rosé and Off the Beaten Glass Wonderment Rosé of Zinfandel to our limited Bougie Pour featuring Cathy Corison's celebrated Corazón Rosé, there's something new to discover all week long. Don't miss National Rosé Day on Saturday, June 13—grab a glass, pair it with a tapas box, and raise a toast to Rosé All Day. Cheers!