Category: Insider Access
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Cellar Conversations: When Did We Start Collecting Wine?
When did wine become something worth saving? Discover how stronger bottles, cork, Bordeaux, auctions, and a little patience helped turn fine wine into something collectors would chase for centuries.
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Andy Erickson Wines: A Collector’s Guide
Discover the story of Andy Erickson, the influential Napa Valley winemaker whose career connects Screaming Eagle, Dalla Valle, Bond, Mayacamas, Favia, and other collectible estates.
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Thomas Rivers Brown Wines: A Collector’s Guide
Explore the wines of Thomas Rivers Brown, from Schrader and Rivers-Marie to Maybach and Outpost, and discover how one of Napa Valley’s most influential winemakers brings distinction to California’s celebrated vineyards.
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Inside the World of Rare Wine at Benchmark Wine Group
What separates a truly rare wine from one that is simply expensive? Explore the role of scarcity, provenance, format, and market availability, and discover how Benchmark Wine Group connects collectors with bottles the wider market cannot easily replace.
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American Wine History: From Madeira to the Judgment of Paris
As America celebrates its 250th anniversary, discover the remarkable story of American wine history. From the Madeira enjoyed by the Founding Fathers to the Judgment of Paris and today’s world-renowned wineries, explore the milestones that transformed the United States into one of the world’s leading fine wine producers.
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The Ultimate Journey Through West Coast Wine
Introducing the West Coast 101 Series There is something magical about summer on the West Coast. Here at BWG, some of our favorite childhood memories are of long drives up the California coast. Windows down, ocean to the left, endless possibilities ahead. Every stretch of highway seemed to reveal something new, whether it was a…
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Scores & Sensibility: Have Wine Scores Changed the Way Wines Are Made?
Wine scores have influenced buying decisions for decades, but have they also changed the way wines are made? Explore the relationship between critics, consumers, and producers, from the era of Parkerization to today’s focus on balance, terroir, and evolving wine styles.
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Scores & Sensibility: Does the Format Change the Score?
Does bottle format affect wine scores? Explore how format influences aging, balance, and why the same wine can show differently over time.
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Off the Beaten Path Wine Regions Worth Discovering Now
A fresh look at off the beaten path wine regions reshaping modern collecting, with wines that bring both discovery and depth to the cellar.
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Scores & Sensibility: The Drinking Window Dilemma
Understanding a wine drinking window can transform how and when you open your bottles. Here’s how to read the signs, trust your instincts, and get it right.
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