Are you planning a party ? Are you going to one?  Needing a gift but not sure what wine to select?

Hosting a  party or finding a great gift for a wine lover just got easier with our tips on finding crowd-pleasing, drinkable wine that caters to diverse tastes, while also finding wines that are unique and stand out.

We have an approach to finding crowd pleaser wines in our latest blog article. We liken it to Goldilocks - remember her? But now we've moved up, from porridge to wine.

Read on for expert tips and find your own Goldilocks wine!

Start with an aromatic red sweet sparkling wine beaming with flowers and strawberries (think a red Moscato), pick an assortment of fruits and herbs from your garden and local farmers’ market, then get your hands on a really good dry Prosecco and sparkling water, then what do you get? A delicious, low alcohol wine cocktail, fine-tuned to please any palate. Learn more in this article.

What’s behind the phenomenon of the Spritz cocktail? How did the Spritz come about, why is it so popular, and how do you make it? It’s a recipe with 2 key ingredients and from there, it’s fair game to improvise, either using different ingredients or different proportions of the same ingredients. Because, you see, the way you have your Spritz is a very personal taste preference, like asking someone how you take your coffee. For those of you making cocktails at home, we have a recipe Spritz Aperol, for you to get started to become a Spritz Master.

Who doesn’t love a really good Caprese salad dish?!

We hunted one down in the land where this is the National Dish. Guess where?!… We bet you guessed right!

We came across a winner of a Caprese salad recipe from no other than the Queen of MasterChef Italia!

Her recipe comes with a twist, or, actually, several twists. Find out inside!

Take a peek into a day in the life of an artisanal wine and food importer as we navigate the challenges brought on by tariffs. It causes a lot of retooling which was never had to be done yet in our lifetime. Get insight into how this wine merchant is impacted and keeping the business afloat.

Have you ever wondered what truly captivates wine lovers online? After two years of consistent content, our YouTube channel has given us invaluable insights into what resonates most with our audience. In our first annual YouTube wrap-up, we're uncorking the data behind our most popular videos – from the educational "how-to" guides that empower your wine journey to the unexpected "late bloomers" that took off months after launch. Discover what went viral, what drove engagement, and how our YouTube insights compare to our blog's most popular stories, all while affirming our belief that wine is, above all, an experience. Dive in to see what we learned!

Do you ever feel lost trying to describe what a wine tastes like? You're not alone!

While wine appreciation can seem complex, unlocking its delicious flavors is easier than you think.

In this article, we break down how your senses of taste and smell combine to create the perception of flavor, and then arm you with flavor categories, from vibrant citrus to earthy notes, to help you confidently identify and articulate what flavor you're experiencing when you sip a glass of wine.

Decode flavors in your glass and discover a richer, more engaging way to enjoy wine.

Ever wondered why one person raves about a wine while another finds it just okay? The secret lies in the fundamental tastes that dance on our tongues – sweet, sour, bitter, salty, and the intriguing savory note of umami.

Uncork the mysteries behind these five pillars of taste and discover how they shape the diverse and delightful world of wine. From the zesty tang of a pét-nat to the subtle salinity of a mineral-driven white and the savory depth of a unique red, join us as we explore iconic wine examples and illuminate the fascinating interplay between taste and flavor that makes each sip a unique experience.

We talk a lot about how wine is made, how its aged, how its grown. However, we often forget and overlook one of the most crucial parts of the winemaking process. So crucial, that without it being present we end up with stinky grape juice. Of course, we are talking about yeast, that magical microscopic thing that makes fermentation possible.

With the threat of tariffs on imported wine looming and causing loads of chatter from wine industry folk to main street USA, we here at Vero must admit that we've been on the front lines of the wine world for many years, seeing trends play out in real-time. From online shoppers to restaurant wine lists, our reach is wide, and the stories we've gathered are compelling.

As wine importers with a broad reach across multiple markets and digital platforms, we have an insider’s point of view into all players of the wine industry. We decided to share some of our more recent unfiltered observations on what we see, and what it means for you, the wine enthusiast, including a fascinating divergence between industry publications and actual consumer behavior. Let's have a look at our key observations on wine trends.

In this article, we got brave and visited an insect farm, getting a full immersion, literally, of beetles, flies, maggots, larvae and wasps, all with the intention of learning how “good bugs” are used to combat the “bad bugs” as a natural pest control.

It is a safe, effective and natural approach to farming, and gardening, that is embraced by many farmers practicing regenerative agriculture, with the ultimate goal of letting Mother Nature do its thing to create authentic, farm-made products which we enjoy so much, including wine and EVOO. Learn more in this article.

In this second part of our Winemaker Interview series, we talked with Vero Producers to understand how they evaluate and taste wine. What do they look for in a good wine, what wines do they like? Take a personal look at how a winemaker uses their palates, and what they prefer to drink in their spare time and out and about.

From sun-drenched harvests that felt like family celebrations to the quiet, everyday moments etched in childhood memories, our interviewees reveal the soul of Italian winemaking. More than just a craft, it's a legacy woven into the very fabric of their lives. Discover the diverse stories of passion, tradition, and innovation that shape the vineyards, from the unique terroirs that nurture exceptional grapes to the intimate, hands-on techniques passed down through generations. Each tale is a testament to the profound connection between family, land, and the art of creating extraordinary wine—a journey you won't want to miss.

From ranch girl in California, to cook in Northern Italy, to sommelier, YouTuber, and wine professional, Vero collaborato Jacqueline Mitchell has had anything but a straight path in life. We recently sat down to hear a bit of her story, from growing up in California to living for over 12 years in Italy. From working as a cook to now being a wine professional. Let’s sit down and talk with part of the Vero team, and womean in wine!

What's the secret to a really good Caponata?

Caponata is a traditional Sicilian vegetarian salad served as an  appetizer which is great for parties and apertivos. Daniela Pulvirenti is from Sicily, and she not only shared her secret for making a great one, but she also gave us her nonna's recipe, which is her go-to dish for when she has friends and family coming over. 

We are lucky to get this authentic family recipe of hers!  Get insights into Sicily from a native and make your own caponata at home.

Cookies are a beloved treat enjoyed by people of all ages and around the world.

In Italy, one of the go-to cookies are Brutti ma Buoni. These Italian cookies, aka biscotti, literally translate to "Ugly but Good." If you see them, to us Americans, they look like an ordinary homemade version of one of our cookies. However, in Italy, where the “bella figura” is “mandatory,” in every sense of the word, even food has to “look good:” there are no exceptions to the rule, not even the humble cookie.

So, when Italians started to make cookies that look like the typical lumps of baked dough that we love so much in America, they started to be called what they literally look like, and, when you think about, they do have an unappetizing look to them… But, boy, are they good!

Get an authentic recipe from a trattoria in Italy inside.

If you love wine, or perhaps work in the wine industry, you have probably heard or read about some recent alarming reports about health issues which drinking alcohol, and wine, can apparently cause.

For those of us who do like to have a glass or two of wine with dinner or when meeting friends, this is a “buzz kill” (no pun intended). Like it or not, it has brought health and wine to the forefront of conversation.

How does one react to such concerns?

Is there any change you could introduce to your life?

How can you continue to enjoy wine while keep staying healthy?

We got inspired recently and are sharing our own perspectives in this article.

When we taste wines and foods, there is more to it other than just flavors and aromas. There is a subtle, additional dimension which often gets overlooked, which is mouthfeel.

What is mouthfeel? How can we sense it? How is it triggered?

Add a new dimension to your wine and food tasting experiences in this article where we talk about how wine and food feels in our mouths.

As we are saying goodbye to an old year and ringing in a new one, we’ve checked out the topics that interested our blog readers the most in 2024.

These are people who certainly love wine, but not only. They seek out flavors that excite them, authentic, nature made wines and foods, and experiences that will heighten their enjoyment.

These Americans are also those from different walks of life and professions, like those who work in wine and hospitality industry, professional writers and wine loving consumers.

This wrap up of the past year’s most popular articles gives insight into the unanimous interests which you all share, as well as those topics that excited wine consumers more than wine trade buyers. As well, we have uncovered topics that got more attention from those who work in wine, food and in media. 

All in all, the insights we share foreshadow future trends in wine and food, and, you could say, is a reflection of yourself. 

Dear Reader, read on…

Is wine better with a cork?

What effect does cork have on a wine?

What’s the deal with screw caps?  

How can I make the bubbles last longer in my opened bottle of sparkling wine?

Explore the fascinating world of wine closures, everything from traditional natural corks to modern screw caps, how to make the bubbles last longer once you open up a bottle of sparkling wine and more. Find out in this article.