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At Blame It On Bacchus, we pop corks and crack jokes while we guide you through the wonderful world of wine! Come sip along as we dish out clever tips on pairing your go-to wines, and don’t miss our quirky wine merch that’ll leave your friends wondering, “How did I not discover this sooner?”
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Biodynamic Wine Explained: What It Is and What It Isn't
Biodynamic wine explained in plain English: how it differs from organic and natural wine, what Demeter certification means, and whether it tastes better.
Thomas Allen
3 hours ago7 min read
Wine With Lamb: What to Pour for Every Cut and Sauce
Wondering what wine goes with lamb? Pick the right bottle for roast, chops, tagine, curry or Greek-style lamb, with easy rules and a cheat sheet.
Thomas Allen
1 day ago8 min read
Wine With Chicken: What to Pour for Every Style
Roast, fried, grilled, creamy or spicy: pick the right wine for your chicken with simple rules, easy bottle picks and a cheat sheet for beginners.
Thomas Allen
2 days ago9 min read
Light Bodied Red Wines: A Fun Beginner's Guide
Meet the light bodied red wines worth buying: Pinot Noir, Gamay and more. Learn what makes a red light, how to chill it, and what to pour with dinner.
Thomas Allen
3 days ago7 min read
Wine With Thai Food: Pad Thai, Curry, and a Bottle for Tonight
Choose wine for Thai food, from slightly sweet Riesling with Pad Thai to crisp whites for tom yum, with flexible bottle picks for tonight's meal.
Thomas Allen
4 days ago8 min read
Wine Tasting Outfits for Beginners: Dress for 55–60°F Cellars
Choose what to wear to a wine tasting with easy outfit formulas for cool cellars, uneven paths, and scent etiquette, plus a quick packing checklist.
Thomas Allen
5 days ago9 min read
Keep Champagne Fizzy for Days, Not Weeks: Science Beats Spoon Hacks
Keep opened Champagne fizzy with an airtight stopper and cold storage. Learn why cold, gentle pours help, how long bubbles last, and why spoon hacks fail.
Thomas Allen
6 days ago7 min read
Beginner Wine Paint Nights: Book Well, Keep Glasses Dishwasher Safe
Find a beginner friendly wine paint night, compare studio, bar, private, and virtual options, and learn how to make painted wine glasses dishwasher safe.
Thomas Allen
Oct 159 min read
Corkage Fees for U.S. Diners: When $10 to $40 Is Worth It
Learn what U.S. corkage fees cover, what diners typically pay, and how to ask about outside wine, tipping, free corkage, and serving etiquette.
Thomas Allen
Oct 146 min read
Reading a Wine List: Start With Body, Not Wine Regions
Scan by body, decode label clues, match wine to food, and ask your server with confidence. Avoid overpaying without a sommelier's vocabulary.
Thomas Allen
Oct 137 min read
Chianti vs Sangiovese for Beginners: How the 60% Rule Shapes Taste
Learn why Chianti must contain 60–100% Sangiovese, how Chianti Classico sets stricter rules, and what label and tasting cues help beginners choose a bottle.
Thomas Allen
Oct 128 min read
Wine Puns for Social Captions: Keep Them Under 5 Words
Find wine puns sorted for social captions, couples, varietals, gifts, and more, plus expert advice on choosing wordplay that fits your audience.
Thomas Allen
Oct 116 min read
6 Wine Picks for Mexican Food You Can Pour Tonight
Find six wine picks for Mexican food, then match bottles to heat, acidity, fat, and dishes from seafood to mole with clear advice from sommeliers.
Thomas Allen
Oct 109 min read
Find Crisp White Wines Fast: Label Cues and Pairings for Beginners
Learn quick shopping cues and simple food pairings to pick crisp white wines without tasting. Plus six easy to find bottles and tasting tips.
Thomas Allen
Oct 97 min read
18–22°C and <5 mg/L SO2, Malolactic Fermentation for Home Winemakers
Practical beginner guide for home winemakers on malolactic fermentation: the sensory effects, inoculation timing, and exact ranges (18–22°C, <5 mg/L SO2).
Thomas Allen
Oct 814 min read
Taste the Difference: Bordeaux vs Burgundy for Enthusiasts
Taste the difference between Bordeaux and Burgundy. Learn to read labels, match bottles to food or cellar, and try a guided tasting.
Thomas Allen
Oct 77 min read
$80 Tastings, $440 Hotels: Napa vs Sonoma for Weekend or Road Trip
Compare Napa and Sonoma by trip style, cost, and booking tips. See tasting fees ($80 vs $55) and hotel rates ($440 vs $230) to choose the trip that fits you.
Thomas Allen
Oct 68 min read
7 Dessert and Wine Pairings You Can Pull Off Without a Sommelier
Learn seven easy dessert-and-wine matches that balance sweetness and weight, plus label tips for U.S. shoppers, serving temps, and tasting classes.
Thomas Allen
Oct 57 min read
Home Wine Tasting in 5 Steps: Research Backed, Beginner Friendly
Host a low-pressure home wine tasting: pick 4–6 contrasting wines, follow five research backed tasting steps with an aroma wheel, and pace pours to stay safe.
Thomas Allen
Oct 47 min read
Measure First: Tote Bag Sizes for Buyers and Makers
Measure your largest flat item, add gusset, and check strap drop. Sewing-ready dimensions, L.L.Bean examples, and wine-tote picks to buy or make.
Thomas Allen
Oct 38 min read
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