Category: Holiday Wines
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Rare & Back Vintage Wine Gifts for Collectors
For the collector who knows their producers and vintages, the right bottle is a personal gift. Explore rare finds and back vintage wines with trusted provenance for the holidays.
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Best Wines for Fall: What to Drink When the Weather Cools
As the weather cools, richer textures, earthy flavors, and warming reds return to the glass. Discover six wine styles that capture the spirit of fall and find your next seasonal favorite.
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Direct From Europe Wine: Why Buy Now for the Holidays
The holidays may feel months away, but the most sought-after European wines will not wait. Discover why now is the time to secure rare vintages, original packs, and memorable bottles for gifting and entertaining.
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6 Fall Wine Pairings for the Season
Celebrate the flavors of autumn with six thoughtful fall wine pairings featuring grower Champagne, Chablis, Burgundy, Beaujolais, Oregon Pinot Noir, and Condrieu.
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Best Wines for Halloween: Bottles With a Dark Side
Witches, ghosts, crows, and devils appear across some of California’s most collectible wines. Discover bottles made for opening after dark.
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The Best Wines for Labor Day Weekend
Labor Day weekend calls for wines that move easily from a warm afternoon into a relaxed evening. Discover Champagne, crisp whites, rosé, and lighter reds made for the final long weekend of summer.
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What to Drink on Valentine’s Day
A No-Pressure Wine Guide With a month until Valentine’s Day, we at BWG are prepping our wines for the sweetest day of the year. And you might want to start too! Valentine’s Day can be complicated. Pairing the right wine with your Valentine favorites is even more complicated. But that’s where Benchmark Wine Group comes…
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Christmas Eve Wine: Not Every Bottle Is for the Big Day
Not every bottle belongs on the big day. Discover which wines feel right on Christmas Eve, when the evening slows down and the glass finally gets your full attention.
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Preparing Fine Wines for the Holidays
Holiday hosting begins long before the first cork is pulled. From selecting bottles with intention to decanting, serving temperatures, and glassware choices, collectors know that preparation is part of the joy. This guide explores how to bring out the best in your wines during the festive season with expert tips, insider notes, and a touch…
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Prestige Champagne for the Holidays
Prestige Champagne brings a special kind of brilliance to the holiday season, especially when you explore back vintage and late disgorged bottles with real depth. These wines offer layered texture, refined maturity, and the expressive character collectors love this time of year. In this guide the Benchmark Team shares expert insights on choosing exceptional cuvées…
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