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Let’s face it: life is complicated and your email inbox is a never-ending nightmare. Luckily, once a year, the universe gives us a perfectly good excuse to escape it all, drink something sparkly, and feel aggressively fancy. We’re talking about Champagne Day, the only day you’re legally obliged to drink French joy juice!
October 2025 is a monumental year for South African wine. Why? Because Pinotage, the country’s signature red grape is finally turning the big 100! The proudly South African cultivar is hitting its century mark, which in human years means it’s officially too old for TikTok but still insists on being at every braai. The rainbow…
What’s a wedding without wine? Raising a toast on this special day is a wedding tradition for many cultures which symbolizes sharing the richness of life, and the sweetness of love with your new spouse, family and friends. In some weird and wonderful wedding traditions, couples might drink from a shared cup or sacred vessel…
History reveals that corkscrews were once used as military tools to remove bullets. Who would have guessed? But besides that, the main purpose of a corkscrew is to unscrew corks from wine bottles, which is obvious from the name. Since humans started storing wine in bottles with corks, corkscrews have been essential for opening them….
Bruce Jack Wines shines a spotlight on one of the world’s most alluring and distinctive varietals: Viognier. Known for its captivating floral perfume and rich stone fruit character, Viognier is a white wine that invites the drinker on a sensory journey—softly textured, fragrant, and beautifully layered.
Anthonij Rupert Wines (Anthonij Rupert Wyne) was founded in 1987 by the Rupert family, one of the richest family empires in the world. The posh South African winery located in the Franschhoek Valley is known for its commitment to produce high-quality wines that reflect the unique terroir of the wine region.
Long before wine tasting rooms and Insta-worthy vineyards, there were humans. Characters. Romances. Epic treks. And, yes, iconic wines. It turns out that what’s in the bottle often starts with what’s on the page. Because the truth is, the more you know about a wine’s backstory, the more you feel connected to the glass in…
Rising majestically to 42 feet, the tallest wine rack in the world is an acrylic “cellar in the sky,” showcasing a stunning vertical display of fine wines. It features daring “Wine Angels” dressed in sleek black bodysuits and climbing gear, gracefully navigating the structure with agility and precision to serve discerning guests, creating a captivating…
Every wine lover has personal rituals, but the universal toast of “cheers” before sharing a glass is a simple yet enduring tradition. Beyond this common practice, fascinating and sometimes eccentric wine traditions are observed and celebrated across the globe, showcasing the diverse cultural connection to this beloved beverage.