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Sicilian Wines: How Ancient Grapes Are Reshaping Modern Italian Wine

Jan 20th 2026

Sicilian Wines: How Ancient Grapes Are Reshaping Modern Italian Wine

Sicily is a big island located in the south of Italy. It is reputed to have excellent sunlit beaches and a cool sea breeze, and people have long considered it a vacation destination. However, this is no longer the case; Sicily has become popular because of its wines.  The popularity of Sicilian wines has been brought about by their unsurpassed

Wines Made for Two: Perfect Bottles to Share This Valentine’s Day

Jan 16th 2026

Wines Made for Two: Perfect Bottles to Share This Valentine’s Day

Valentine’s Day rarely needs spectacle. The moments that linger tend to be quieter. A meal stretched a little longer than planned. A shared glance across the table. A bottle opened and shared with love.  When we think about Valentine’s Day wine, we think less about impressing and more about choosing something that fits the mood you

The Sherry Renaissance: From Sweet to Dry, Why It Is Time to Rediscover This Classic

Jan 13th 2026

The Sherry Renaissance: From Sweet to Dry, Why It Is Time to Rediscover This Classic

Sherry wine has long carried a strange reputation. It has often been considered too sweet and old school. Something forgotten in the back of a cabinet. That image is fading fast. In the past few years, sherry wine has returned to serious conversations. Top sommeliers have started to pour it with pride. Cocktail bars build entire evenings around it.

Languedoc-Roussillon Wines: The Region That Redefines French Wine

Jan 10th 2026

Languedoc-Roussillon Wines: The Region That Redefines French Wine

Languedoc-Roussillon is one of France’s most dynamic regions, where Mediterranean landscapes and ambitious winemaking meet. Once overshadowed by famous neighbors, it now produces some of the country’s most expressive and best-value wines.  This blog highlights its key grapes, styles, terroirs, and the rising energy that makes Langu

New Year, New Pour: The Best Wines to Toast 2026

Dec 31st 2025

New Year, New Pour: The Best Wines to Toast 2026

New Year’s Eve carries a quiet emotional weight, even when the room is full and music hums in the background. Conversations overlap, glasses clink, and somewhere between the noise, most of us pause to notice the year closing around us.  Over time, we have learned that the best wines for New Year’s Eve are not about showing off labe

The Ultimate Wine & Appetizer Pairing Guide for New Year’s Eve

Dec 30th 2025

The Ultimate Wine & Appetizer Pairing Guide for New Year’s Eve

New Year’s Eve is rarely about sitting down for a formal meal. It is about grazing, circling the table, grabbing a bite here and there, and letting the night stretch naturally toward midnight. Plates are small, flavors overlap, and the food often moves from salty to creamy to fried to sweet without much warning. The wine you pour should move

The Legacy of Sangiovese: Tuscany’s Bold Grape and Its Global Impact

Dec 26th 2025

The Legacy of Sangiovese: Tuscany’s Bold Grape and Its Global Impact

Sangiovese is one of the rare grapes that reflects its landscape with absolute clarity. Each bottle carries the imprint of Tuscany’s hills, soils, and traditions, whether the style leans rustic, refined, or boldly modern. This blog explores the grape’s origins, its signature flavors, the regional expressions that shaped Italian wine cul

Red, White, or Sparkling Wine: How to Choose the Perfect Wine for Your Holiday Feast

Dec 19th 2025

Red, White, or Sparkling Wine: How to Choose the Perfect Wine for Your Holiday Feast

Holidays have a way of bringing every flavor imaginable onto the same table. You get rich roasts next to bright sides, sweet glazes beside savory herbs, and desserts that linger long after the plates are cleared. Choosing red, white, or sparkling wine becomes less about rules and more about finding bottles that help everything taste a little more b

Holiday Wine Trends 2025: What Everyone Will Be Drinking This Season

Dec 18th 2025

Holiday Wine Trends 2025: What Everyone Will Be Drinking This Season

Every holiday season brings its own flavor trends, both on the table and in the glass. But 2025 is shaping up to be especially exciting. Consumers are drinking more intentionally, choosing wines that fit the way they gather, cook, and celebrate. Whether it’s a cozy Christmas dinner, a lively Hanukkah party, or a New Year’s Eve feast, th

A Guide to Lesser-Known French Appellations You Need to Try

Dec 2nd 2025

A Guide to Lesser-Known French Appellations You Need to Try

France is much more than just some Champagne and Bordeaux. Small villages and quiet valleys hold the true charm of France. Winemakers have poured generations of passion into bottles that barely grabbed any spotlight. These are the places that remind us why French wine is so timeless. French appellations (AOC) keep traditions alive. Each bottle is k

Wines Worth Aging: How to Pick Bottles That Improve Over Time

Nov 28th 2025

Wines Worth Aging: How to Pick Bottles That Improve Over Time

There's a very common saying that goes around: The wine's going to "get better with age". It's true in some cases, but obviously not all. Some wines are intended to be enjoyed youthful and bright. Others mature beautifully with age, showing layers of depth and character.  When a fine wine ages properly, everything shifts. Tannins tend to softe

How to Choose the Right Glassware for Every Wine Type

Nov 25th 2025

How to Choose the Right Glassware for Every Wine Type

Ever notice your wine tasting different than what you last remember? It's not your mind acting up! It's the glass that's changing things up. Everything matters while having your wine. Be it the shape, size, or rim. All affect how the wine smells, tastes, and feels. It's like tuning an instrument. A bold red needs some space to open up. A crisp whit

The Ultimate Thanksgiving Wine Pairing: How to Choose the Perfect Wine for Every Dish

Nov 21st 2025

The Ultimate Thanksgiving Wine Pairing: How to Choose the Perfect Wine for Every Dish

Thanksgiving brings a harmony of flavors: turkey, gravy, stuffing, sweet casseroles, and cranberry sauce. With so many flavors to choose from, pairing the right wine brings the entire meal together. Wine should complement, not contest, and that is what we try to achieve here at Woodland Hills Wine Company (WHWC) when considering pairing options for

Cold, Warm, Sparkling: The Many Ways to Enjoy Sake

Nov 11th 2025

Cold, Warm, Sparkling: The Many Ways to Enjoy Sake

Who knew rice was more than just a staple food? Who could’ve imagined turning it into more than a binding agent for sushi?! The Japanese certainly did.  Sake is more than Japan's national drink. Sake is one of the most versatile beverages there is, adjusting seasonally as well as to temperature and your mood. It can be served crisp and c