- Jul 14, 2020
Sparkling Wines and the Differences Between Them
The pop of a cork is traditionally a signal to the start of a special moment, celebration or transition. Think of Champagne at weddings, chardonnay at anniversaries, or a glass of sparkling wine at dinner on New Year’s Eve. No matter the occasion, one always prepares for the event by choosing a robust wine to tip the scales. Some people still tend to equate sparkling wines as being Champagne, and while it is true that all Champagne is sparkling wine, only sparkling wine made
- Jul 14, 2020
Top three mistakes to avoid when buying wine online. How to find the best buy!
Wine sales have skyrocketed during the Pandemic, with many of us working from home. Overall online alcohol sales are up a whopping 243%. And wine is no different— people have been buying wine 66% more often during this Pandemic than at the same time last year. At Vampire.com, we know how important it is to find good wine at a great price, and we offer some great wines at best buy prices. Are you searching for a bold vivacious new wine? Maybe you're looking for that perfect pa
- Jul 3, 2020
The San Francisco Sommelier Marc Kauffman Tastes Trueblood Chardonney
Hear Marc's thoughts on 2012 Trueblood Chardonnay. This artisan Chardonnay was made from 100% chardonnay grapes from our vineyards in Carneros. The grapes were fermented in French Oak Barrels for 9 months before bottling, resulting in an elegant and luscious wine with apple, pear, and tropical fruits, with hints of spice, framed by caramel and creamy vanilla notes on the finish. Learn more here: https://www.vampire.com/product-page/trueblood-chardonnay-2012
