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6 Common Wine Storage Mistakes That Ruin Your 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

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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
What are Sulfites, and Why Does Everyone Hate Them 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.

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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

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The Ultimate Guide to Pairing (Not Just Red) Wine With 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!

natural wine 101
7 Natural Wine Myths People Need to Stop Believing
Does natural wine always taste funky? Can it never be aged? Is it really just a fad? These are just a few of many myths that cause people to miss out on the fun!