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A Simple & Elegant Holiday Entertaining Idea

Looking for a holiday entertaining idea that is simple yet elegant? We have the perfect solution. Whether you are hosting an intimate dinner party with a few friends, a holiday open house, or a New Year’s Eve bash, the key to a great party is careful planning and preparation.  Open your home and host a party with a menu that includes food and wine pairing options.

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Harvest 2022 at M Cellars Winery

Harvest is in full swing and we’ve had a very busy month here. The beautiful fruit is perfectly ripe and we are excited about the future wines we’re producing for you! Take a look at what’s been going on in the vineyard and our process for getting the crop ready for production.

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Wine Tasting Fun Facts

When it comes to wine tasting and the topic of wine in general, we hear words, phrases, or observations thrown around and to a beginner, it can be intimidating. It’s like a whole new language that can seem confusing and overwhelming. Here are some basics that are helpful for a

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Tips and Tricks for Storing and Serving Wine

How you handle a bottle of wine is key to ensuring you’re maximizing its full potential. From where you store it when you bring it home, what to do with it when it’s opened, and storing any leftovers you may want to enjoy later. All of these will impact the

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Tasting Tips to Elevate the Experience

Wine tasting should never be intimidating. Whether you are opening a bottle at home or tasting at a winery there are a few things to know to help you taste like a pro.

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A Barrel of Fun

Two years is a long time to wait for a behind-the-scenes tasting event here at M Cellars.  We were thrilled to gather again with our valued wine club members earlier this month and enjoy a barrel tasting!

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Bring the Winery Home 

Looking for a unique way to entertain at home? Gather a few wine-loving friends and bring the winery home by hosting a wine tasting. An in-home wine tasting is a great way to try some M Cellars wines you’ve never had or to share our wines with friends.

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What makes a great wine?

Several factors go into producing great wine such as grape varietals, growing practices, weather, climate, winemaking practices, and more. At M Cellars Winery, the key ingredient in great wine is superior fruit. The grapes that go

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5 Worldwide Wine Traditions

Wine has been at the center (or at least involved) in innumerable traditions over time. It’s been used in Ancient Egyptian burial rituals, all sorts of Roman events and medicinal cures (some of which were admittedly gross), and

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5 Winter Wine Pairings to Get You Through February

February can be tough. The big holidays are behind us, spring is still a distant dream, and the worst of winter is at hand. Thankfully, there’s wine. And to go with it, warm, seasonal recipes to defrost our bodies and souls. Winter pairings are a great way to keep cozy and comforted through the big chill.

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The heritage of our Meritage

Maybe you’re familiar with Meritage, or maybe the name is brand new to you. In honor of the upcoming release of our 2020 Meritage Reserve, here’s the story of how — against the odds — this old-meets-new Bordeaux blend became our most popular wine.

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5 Valentine’s Day Fun Facts (with Wine Recommendations)

It’s that time of the year again. Valentine’s Day. A day for love in all forms. However you’ll be celebrating — with a loved one, some friends, or your fabulous self — we hope you’ll be doing it with wine. To help kick off the festivities, here is some sweet Valentine’s Day trivia to enjoy… along with some wine recommendations that we think you’ll fall head over heels for.

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How to choose, pop and pour New Year’s Eve bubbles

It’s hard to imagine two things that belong together more than New Year’s Eve and bubbles. Peanut butter and jelly? Movies and popcorn? Jim and Pam? Whether you’re hosting a party, attending an event, or having a quiet celebration in, we hope bubbly is in

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