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What to Drink on a Tuesday: A Working Wine List

Most wine guides are written for Saturday dinners. This one is for Tuesday 鈥?when you want something good, not something serious.

Jul 18, 2026 4 min read
Wine Basics

What to Drink on a Tuesday: A Working Wine List

Most wine guides are written for Saturday dinners. This one is for Tuesday — when you want something good, not something serious.

Jul 18, 2026 4 min read
Wine Basics

Cellar Storage: How to Keep Wine Properly at Home

Most wine is drunk too young because most wine is stored badly. Here's how to store wine correctly at home without spending €10,000 on a wine fridge.

Jul 2, 2026 4 min read
Wine Basics

How to Read a Wine Label: A Practical Guide

Wine labels are designed to confuse. They reveal some information, hide other information, and use language that mostly doesn't mean what it appears to mean.

Jun 18, 2026 5 min read
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The Wine Glass Question: Does It Matter?

Wine glasses are sold at every price point from €2 to €200. Does the glass really matter, and if so, which ones are worth the money?

May 22, 2026 4 min read
Wine Basics

Decanting Wine: When It Matters, When It Doesn't, and How To Do It Right

Most people decant wine for the wrong reasons. Here is when it actually makes a difference and how to do it without looking like an amateur.

Mar 22, 2024 3 min read
Wine Basics

The Corkscrew Question: Which One to Buy and How to Use It

The right corkscrew is the most-used piece of wine equipment you'll ever own. Here's how to choose one and how to actually use it without breaking the cork.

Feb 28, 2024 4 min read