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Recent Posts
Ultimate Find Your Wine Soulmate Quiz!
Take this really funny multiple choice quiz to find your wine drinking soul mate. It’s the Ultimate Find your Wine Soulmate Quiz! There is even a link to my YouTube video on the same topic! Find your wine-drinking soulmates. Wine is one of these things that is often better when shared. See if you and your wine buddies are compatible, or whether you will roll your eyes at each other. You may learn way more about them than you thought possible.
Take the Insanely Fun "Are you Wine Compatible" Quiz now!
Take the totally unofficial and open ended quiz to find your wine drinking soul mate. Wine is one of these things that is often better when shared. There is even a link to my YouTube video on the same topic! The right company can absolutely add to your experience. Explore some fun scenarios that reveal who you should (and maybe shouldn’t) be sharing a glass with. Find your wine-drinking soulmates. See if you and your wine buddies are compatible, or whether you will roll your eyes at each other.
Ultimate Guide For Insanely Fun Wines For Watching Sports!
This ultimate guide shares insanely fun wines that are easy to drink, crowd-friendly, and perfect for any game night. No overthinking required. No beer either!
Updated all you need to know to Break out the Bubbly! Right now!
Updated Ultimate Guide to choosing sparkling wines! Includes fun YouTube video. We are talking about Champagne, Crémant, Cava, Franciacorta, Prosecco, New World Sparkling wines, Pét-Nats and more. Learn, have fun, and celebrate anything!
Join a wine club? What you should absolutely think first!
An updated guide with a YouTube link to help deciding if a wine club could be a good choice for you. What to ask yourself before joining one so that you don’t make an aggravating or expensive mistake. You want wine to add to you life!
The Ultimate Easy Guide To Demystifying Wine Labels (New World Edition)
Your ultimate guide to demystifying New World wine labels! New World wines are from anywhere outside Europe. Watch the related YouTube video and learn the WHO, WHAT, WHERE, WHEN & HOW on the wine label. A little wine knowledge goes a long way.
Lost At A Wine Tasting? Learn The Most Useful Terms so you can join the fun!
Lost at a wine tasting? Relax! Learn 10 wine terms that actually make sense so you can just have fun and enjoy wine. Watch WineTalkWithEllen’s newest YouTube video for more info and fun!
Wine Tasting Should Be Fun: How To Have The Best Time!
Discover how to have the best time at any wine tasting! Watch the YouTube video for real-life advice. Check out my tasting mats in the Wine Discovery Made Fun store to have wine tasting fun at home.
Rosé All Year Long: Join the Fun!
Rosé wine all year? Absolutely. Seasonal doesn’t apply to fun. Learn the basics and see why delicious wines are always in season. Fun YouTube video inside!
2025 Best Guide To Kosher Wine For New Year's and More!
Discover the 2025 best guide to kosher wine for New Year’s and beyond! I share some of the basics including a free really quick guide to kosher wine. There are suggestions for bottles to try because kosher wine is for everyone who loves to enjoy and explore.
Beyond fantastic Wine Experience! By the way, it's kosher!
Herzog Wine Cellars over delivers with delicious wine, insanely good food, and a great experience. Their kosher wines appeal to every kind of wine fan. Really eye-opening! Fun for all!
The Truth About Sommeliers:What Wine Fans Should Absolutely know!
What wine fans should know about sommeliers—what the job really means, why training isn’t required, and how to ask for wine advice with confidence. Be in control of your wine journey!
Why You Should Absolutely Love Chardonnay — Is it Just Misunderstood?
Chardonnay has a style for everyone. Discover why this possibly misunderstood grape deserves a second (or first!) chance—and how to find the ones you’ll love. Includes links to fun printable tasting mats so you can discover your favorites on your own.
2025 Best Guide to buying kosher wine for Passover when you just don’t know enough!
Updated guide to buying Kosher wine when you want to know more! Learn what to look for when buying and serving kosher wine, including tips on mevushal wines. Review of certifications, new suggestions, and recommendations.
Finding Your Wine Joy In The Finger Lakes Right Now!
The Finger Lakes has a wine for every taste! From sweet to dry and everything in between, explore fantastic wineries that make this region a must-visit for wine fans—plus great quality, value, and spectacular views.
Some of the best Trader Joe’s Red Blend wines with insane value!
These delicious red wine blends available at Trader Joe’s deliver incredible flavor at fantastic prices! Explore and enjoy these great suggestions. Some are available elsewhere, too! Discover some great choices, and find even more Trader Joe’s wine recommendations at the end.
Now is the time to find your wine drinking soulmate!
Wine is one of these things that is often better when shared. The right company can absolutely add to your experience. Explore some fun scenarios that reveal who you should (and maybe shouldn’t) be sharing a glass with. Find your wine-drinking soulmates. See if you and your wine buddies are compatible, or whether you will roll your eyes at each other.
Let's Put a Spotlight on Wine for Game Time!
Game day isn’t just for beer! Let’s put wine in the game day spotlight! Discover the best wines to enjoy while watching any game. Fun, easy, and no overthinking required
Go Italian! New Spotlight On 3 More Incredibly Delicious Trader Joe's Wines!
Spotlight on 3 incredibly delicious Italian red wines from Trader Joe's, all under $8.49! Discover why these fantastic wines belong in your shopping cart! Get some great Italian wine tips, too! Fun stuff all around!
2024 Spotlight on Fantastic Kosher wines for Chanukah and Chrismukkah!
Celebrate Chanukah, Chrismukkah, and beyond with this 4th in a series guide to kosher wine. Discover the basics of kosher wine and delicious suggestions for celebrating with family and friends anytime!