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meet the winemaker
Meet the Winemaker: Tom Lubbe of Domaine Matassa
How does a single winery consistently produce bottles ranked in Vivino’s Top 5% in the world? For Tom Lubbe’s Domaine Matassa, it’s all about biodynamic and all-natural winemaking

wine 101
6 Common Wine Storage Mistakes That Ruin Bottles
Improper storage can cause wine to go bad—and it’s more common than most people think, and many ruin their bottles storing them at home. Avoid these wine storage mistakes!

wine for business
The Dos and Don’ts of Serving Wine in the Philippines
There is a right way to serve wine, from preparing bottles to actually pouring it into a glass. It can be hard to get right! Here’s everything you need to know about wine service for business

wine for business
How to Make a Smart Wine List for the Philippines
What wines should I serve? How do I make them more enticing? Our resident wine expert Chie Gaerlan gives her tips on making a great wine list in the Philippines

natural wine 101
Why Does Everyone Hate Sulfites in Wine?
No single component of wine gets the bad rep that sulfites do—but do they actually deserve it? Here’s what sulfites actually do (and how they have nothing to do with your hangover!).

wine pairing
Ask a Somm: 7 Next-Level Wine & Cheese Pairings
Not all wine and cheese combos are made equal! We ask wine expert Chie Gaerlan how to pair wine and cheese to get the best of both, whether it’s burrata, cheddar, or gorgonzola.

wine pairing
Ask a Somm: How to Pair Wine with Korean Food
Soju might be the default, but pairing Korean food with wine instead can be a revelation. Try somm-approved pairings with K-BBQ, Yangnyeom chicken, tteokbokki, and more!

meet the winemaker
An Interview with Coco Farm & Winery's Toyoichiro Shibata
What sets Japanese wine apart from the rest? Coco Farm's Toyoichiro Shibata shares their beauty and his golden rules for winemaking

wine pairing
The Ultimate Guide to Pairing (Not Just Red) Wine And Steak
Who says red wine is the only good pairing with steak? Our head somm Chie Gaerlan shows us the best wines for any cut and style of steak!