Personal Wine Blog

Entertaining with Champagne: Desserts for Lovers

Posted by Personal Wine on January 29, 2015

In the true spirit of romance, love, and all things bubbly we’ve put together an entertaining with Champagne dessert and cocktail guide that will surely make your heart flutter.

Low Calorie Red & White Wine Types

Posted by Personal Wine on January 21, 2015

Every holiday season, the majority of us make the decision to eat and drink with abandon, knowing that on New Year’s Day, we shall start over with the resolution to be healthier, lose weight, and go to the gym.</span> In theory, this sounds wonderful. Unfortunately, it rarely works.

Wine Myths - Uncorked!

Posted by Personal Wine on January 14, 2015

Misconceptions about wine run rampant. Luckily, experienced “oenophiles” (a fancy word for those that love wine) have gathered enough experience to set the record straight. Skip “drinking the Kool-Aid.” Instead, explore some uncharted territory and try new varietals from many of the emerging wine regions to find your personal favorites. Watch as we debunk these 5 myths about wine!

Top Wine Bars in San Francisco

Posted by Personal Wine on January 07, 2015

Maybe it's the proximity to Napa Valley and Sonoma or maybe it's the breeze coming off the bay that creates an ideal temperature for wine drinking, but San Francisco is a city for oenophiles. Heading to San Francisco and looking to indulge in the pleasure of wine? If so, check out our favorite wine spots in the city. Disclaimer: This is in NO way a comprehensive list, but just a starting point. Let us know your favorite spots and may the odds be ever in your favor!

How to Drink Wine Like a Sommelier

Posted by Personal Wine on January 05, 2015

Wine was once considered a “rich man’s beverage” and held a rather snobby perception, but more and more Americans have begun to enjoy the drink. Whether you’re a novice or nearly an expert, it’s always good to know how to drink wine and get the most out of your wine-drinking experience. Here's how to taste wine like a Sommelier.

Red Wine Flavor Profiles

Posted by Personal Wine on November 09, 2014

The holiday season means food, wine, and more food. Red wine is the perfect pairing for your beef roast this winter.

Most Planted Wine Grapes

Posted by Alex Andrawes on November 07, 2014

Outside of the varietal of the grape, wine can be morphed into unique flavor profiles by different climates, aging processes, etc. At its core, each type of wine comes from a specific grape. Check out the most planted and popular wine grapes in the world.

How To Cure a Wine Hangover

Posted by Personal Wine on November 05, 2014

We’ve all been there, and by “there” we mean that hangover that can’t be shaken. A bottle of ibuprofen and a tall glass of water seems to be the go-to remedy, but there’s so much more to hangover recovery. Hangovers are dependent on many things, such as how much you drank, age, weight, and food consumed before alcohol consumption. These are just a few things you can do to make the recovery process a tad bit easier.

Understanding Wine Jargon: Acidity and Tannin

Posted by Personal Wine on October 27, 2014

Sounding like a pro means understanding the basic characteristics of wine. Once you can recognize these characteristics, then you will know exactly what kind of wine you like. Don’t worry, we know you like them all!

DIY Halloween Wine Bottle Crafts for Decoration

Posted by Alex Andrawes on October 20, 2014

The lights are dimmed low throughout the house. You work your hocus pocus magic to consume many-o-bottles of wine. The drinking festivities can be done in a month or a week or the day before. We don’t judge and neither will the kiddos.

Top Wine Consuming Countries

Posted by Alex Andrawes on October 15, 2014

Statistics compiled by the Wine Institute of California show which countries drink the most wine per head in the world. Take a peek! Some of the countries may surprise you.

White House Wines: The Most and Least Expensive Presidential Wines

Posted by Personal Wine on October 02, 2014

After three years of not disclosing the wines served at state dinners, President Barack Obama resumed the longstanding practice of publishing the state dinner wine lists during the French President Francois Hollande's White House visit back in February. We have compiled a list of some of the most expensive and least expensive presidential wines that have made their way into the White House halls since America’s birth, so you, too, can drink like a president.

The Perfect Date Night Plan

Posted by Personal Wine on September 23, 2014

If you’re trying to win the heart of a new love or rekindle the magic in a long-term relationship, a little romance goes a long way. Do some pre-planning and learn how to plan the perfect date.

Top Movies for Wine Lovers

Posted by Personal Wine on September 17, 2014

The end of the week is almost here and if you have no energy to do anything except open a bottle of wine, put on some comfortable clothes, and throw on a movie. The hardest part of that equation is figuring out what movie to put on. We have compiled a list of the top 10 movies for wine lovers, so you don’t have to do anything more but sit back and relax!

Fruit and Wine Pairings

Posted by Personal Wine on September 16, 2014

Every wine lover has a few favorite combinations, but, every once in a while, even the most seasoned connoisseur comes by a fruit that flummoxes his or her taste buds, or just wants to shake things up with something new. So what fruit goes with wine?

Wines from Around the World - Infographic

Posted by Alex Andrawes on September 16, 2014

Tired of drinking the same red wine blend from who knows where? Well, it’s time to introduce your taste buds to a whole new world by spicing it up with some of the most delicious and exotic wines from around the globe. Better yet, if you have the time and resources, take a trip to try these wines from around the world and discover the best bottles from each region.

Corporate Holiday Gifts Ideas for Employees

Posted by Personal Wine on June 01, 2014

If you run a business, then you probably already know how important corporate holiday gifts and employee recognition is. It motivates them to keep working hard. One excellent way to express appreciation is with personal, meaningful gifts for employees, especially on holidays. In this blog we’ll detail several holidays in which employee gift giving is appropriate and encouraged, along with some small gift ideas.