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Chocolate wine has recently gained much popularity, despite being around since the 18th century. Chocolate wine had one of 2 styles. Both start with a clean red wine base. Then they either add chocolate to the wine to create a rich, deep, chocolatey profile; or they add chocolate and cream, to create a more milkshake-like beverage for adults. While the most popular time for chocolate wine is either Valentine’s Day or Easter, it can be enjoyed year round as a dessert wine. It is s …

There are many myths and unconfirmed theories surrounding wine. Almost as many that surround the next installment of the Star Wars saga. Many of these wine myths have to do with their impact on health. Here, we will discuss 5 health myths about wine, dealing with hangovers, sulfites, brain cells, and more.Myth Number 1: Sulfites Cause Hangovers. Sulfites are probably the source of wine's biggest myth. They're naturally occurring, and most winemakers also add supplemental sulfites to wine t …

Silver Oak produces some of the greatest Cabernet Sauvignons in California. The winery was started “with a handshake” between two friends, Raymond Duncan and Justin Meyer, in 1972. Since its inception, Silver Oak has been dedicated to making the best Cabernet Sauvignon possible, and have focused solely on this legendary varietal. With some changes in management and a spirit for innovation, Silver Oak grew into a wine giant and enjoyed massive success. In 2006, Silver Oak experien …

Tomorrow, June 8th, marks national Rosé Day! Grab a bottle of the pink stuff, gather some friends, and enjoy the beginning of summer with this refreshing seasonal classic.  Rosé Wine has enjoy a huge explosion in popularity over the past few years, sparking merchandise, memes, and countless new bottles. Despite push-back from certain wine lovers, Rosé continues to grow in popularity, especially in the United States, and has become the go-to summer drink. Here are some …

Just in time for the 8th and final season of HBO's hit series is our new Game of Thrones Wine Collector's Variety Pack. This limited run includes one bottle of Central Coast Chardonnay and one bottle of Oregon Pinot Noir. The wine label on each bottle includes beautiful artwork from the show. Winter is coming, get your Game of Thrones Wine before it sells out!