Maker Stories
Wine guides, winemaker stories, and behind-the-scenes at Maker.
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Tara Gomez and Mireia Taribó: Crafting Natural Wines from Catalonia to California
Meet Tara and Mireia, the wife and wife winemaking duo of Camins 2 Dreams bringing the first natty wine to the Maker fam.
Wine School
Let’s Go There: Wine vs. White Claw
Wine Guides
Wine Guide: 10 Black-Owned Wineries We Love
Wine Guides
Maker On-Demand Guided Virtual Tasting
Wine School
Oaked vs. Unoaked Chardonnay - Let's Talk Buttery Chard
New Chard, who's this? We break down the difference between oaked and unoaked Chardonnay, and give a sneak peek of what to expect from Maker's new (nice and balanced) Chard.
Wine Guides
7 LGBTQ+ Winemakers You Need On Your Radar
The LGBTQ+ community has always shaped our culture, and wine is no exception. Take a look at seven of our favorite queer makers representing excellece—and pride—from coast to coast.
Meet the Maker
Tara Gomez and Mireia Taribó: Crafting Natural Wines from Catalonia to California
Meet Tara and Mireia, the wife and wife winemaking duo of Camins 2 Dreams bringing the first natty wine to the Maker fam.
Wine School
Sustainability Smackdown: Is Canned Wine or Bottled Wine Better for the Environment?
Lighter in your hand and on the planet, aluminum wins any way you pour it.
Wine Guides
12 Women-Owned & Operated Wineries To Visit
Celebrate Women’s History Month all year round by adding these amazing female-owned wineries to your next California wine country trip!
Meet the Maker
Molly Lippitt: The Scientist Doing Big Things For Small Batch Wines
Winemaker by day…winemaker by night? Molly Lippitt is a Grenache Blanc connoisseur committed to the fact that wine is a joy — not a job.
Wine Guides
Wine Guide: 10 Black-Owned Wineries We Love
We’re celebrating Black Winemakers across our home state by giving you the low-down on 10 Black-owned wineries you just can’t miss.
Meet the Maker
Gianna Fugazi: Crafting Worldly Wines for the Wandering Soul
Exotic grapes. Tiny vineyards. Big Ideas. Gianna of Wander-Must Wines is a lifelong explorer with a passion for experimental wines that connect people with the world.
Wine Guides
Maker On-Demand Guided Virtual Tasting
We're excited to virtually crack a can with you! After you've received your mixed pack, kick back and sip along with our virtual guided tasting.
Wine Guides
Gift Guide: The Best Gifts from Female and Black-Owned Brands
Looking for gifts that give back? Celebrate the most wine-derful time of the year with the best gifts from female and black-owned businesses.
Start-up Life
Premium Canned Wine, Nationwide
We're announcing our nationwide launch! Shout it from the rooftops — Maker is now shipping premium canned wine from coast-to-coast.
Wine School
The Dry Red Wine Guide: Spilling the Tea on Low Sugar, Dry Red Wines
Love red wine, but want to avoid a sugar hangover? Here’s the scoop on which red wines are dry, and how to shop low-sugar, low-carb red wines.
Wine Guides
Guide: The Best Paso Robles Wineries and Restaurants to Visit Now
Tractor-lined roads, world-class Zinfandel, and some not-to-miss dives? Sold. Here’s your Paso Robles wineries guide to make the best of a weekend in this charming town.
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Janell Dusi: Small Town Farmer's Daughter Turned World Class Paso Robles Winemaker
Grapevines were Janell’s playground as a child — now, she’s bringing a new perspective to the family farming tradition by putting Paso Robles Zinfandel in a can.
Wine Guides
Marin County Guide: An Epic Day Trip to Sausalito and Mill Valley
The ultimate guide to things to do, restaurants, and the best places to visit in Sausalito and Mill Valley, just north of San Francisco.
Wine School
Let’s Go There: Wine vs. White Claw
When it comes to flavor, soul, and yep, even White Claw's calories — wine’s still got it, baby.
Wine School
Is Wine Keto? Let’s Talk Low Sugar, Low Carb Wine
Looking for keto friendly, sugar-free, low carb wines? Read this keto wine guide first.
Wine Guides
The Urban Walking Guide to Santa Cruz Wineries
The Santa Cruz Wine Guide: A day trip itinerary to sip and see the sights in our favorite seaside city.
Wine Guides
Your Wine Tasting At Home Guide
Sit back, relax, and crack a can with your crew. Alyssa, a sommelier for Maker, will take you through a virtual at-home wine tasting.
Meet the Maker
Ian Devereux: The Rock & Roll Winemaker That'll Change Your Mind About Merlot
Musician turned journalist turned winemaker – Ian Devereux White is the contrarian vintner behind Maker's first Merlot.
Start-up Life
How We Pick Our Wines
A behind-the-scenes look at how we go about choosing which wines to can at Maker (spoiler: it’s not just countless hours of wine tasting).
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Nicole Walsh: A Santa Cruz Surfer Making Big Waves in Wine
Nicole Walsh of Ser Winery is making a splash crafting super rare wines from rugged coastal terrain.
Wine Guides
Anderson Valley Wineries: A Weekend Guide to Mendocino Wine Country
Redwoods to gawk at, world class Pinot Noir to sip; a getaway to visit Anderson Valley wineries in Mendocino is the perfect weekend trip.
Wine Guides
Holiday Guide: The 20 Best Gifts For Winos in 2020
Joy to the world, your wino gift guide is here! Pour some wine, throw on the Michael Bublé Christmas album, and get shopping.
Wine School
Your Winter Wine Pairing Guide
With winter around the corner, it’s time to start making your own fun. Here’s a guide to a cozy soiree, complete with tasting notes and food pairings.
Wine School
Talk-the-talk: A Wine Glossary for Beginners
The vino lingo you need to walk-the-walk and talk-the-talk while wine tasting or cracking a can with friends.
Wine School
5 Steps to Throwing a Fabulous Virtual Happy Hour
Virtual offsites and corporate happy hours shouldn’t feel like just another meeting. Here’s a fresh take on how to spice them up.
Meet the Maker
Handley Cellars: Viva La Matriarchy
Meet Lulu and Randy, the duo working together to craft premium Pinot Noir and Pinot Gris and carry on Milla Handley’s legacy in Anderson Valley.
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Chris Christensen: Making Sauvignon Blanc Sparkle
The story of bringing Chris Christensen's signature Sparkling Sauvignon Blanc to a can.
Wine School
The 2020 Canned Wine Report
The Wine Nerd and Maker teamed up to drop some data on canned wine.
Meet the Maker
Creating Canbernet: The Sutro Story
Meet Alice Sutro, a free thinker, free spirit, and freehand artist, who also produces award-winning wines.
Wine Guides
Valle De Guadalupe: A Weekend Guide to Mexican Wine Country
A weekend guide to one of the hottest up-and-coming wine regions. Go now before it blows up.
Wine School
Wine Certification Guide: So You Want to be a Somm
Certified Sommelier and Stanford Wine Circle prez Emma Wood spills how to pick the right wine certification program for you.
Wine Guides
Holiday Gift Guide: The 10 Best Gifts for Wine Lovers
Pour yourself a glass and let's get shopping - it's the ultimate wine gift guide.
Meet the Maker
Winery Spotlight: Revolution Wines
Colleen Sullivan is a spunky, 20-something winemaker on a mission to put Clarksburg Chenin Blanc on the map.
Meet the Maker
Maker Spotlight: Chris Christensen
Chris Christensen is a self-taught vintner, master blender, and medieval history nerd. He's the most interesting man in the (wine) world.
Meet the Maker
Winery Spotlight: Campovida Wines
Anna and Gary kicked their corporate jobs, cashed in their 401ks, and took a chance on 50 acres of wild vines.
Start-up Life
The Making of Maker: Yes, We Canned
The story of why we became obsessed with building a canned wine company that would support premium wine from independent producers — sans the snobbery.