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Teresa's Paella a la Teresita + the Wines That Honor Every Layer

Teresa's Paella a la Teresita + the Wines That Honor Every Layer

Teresa W., a Shades of Vino Club member, shares her stunning Paella a la Teresita — and we found the two wines that can keep up with its ambition. A woman-owned Oregon field blend and a Black-owned Napa Sauvignon Blanc that together cover every layer of this extraordinary dish.
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The Complete 2026 Summer Shades of Vino Recipe Collection

14 Recipes, 14 Stories: The Complete 2026 Summer Shades of Vino Recipe Collection

The complete guide to our 2026 Summer Shades of Vino recipe series — all 14 member-submitted recipes with curated wine pairings from Black-owned, women-owned, and minority-led producers. From Maryland seafood stew to Louisiana crawfish pie, every dish tells a story.
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Sour Cream Coffee Cake

David's Sour Cream Coffee Cake + the Pairings That Turn Every Slice into a Moment

David C. returns with a classic Sour Cream Coffee Cake — layered with cinnamon-brown sugar and finished with pecans. We paired it with the Bobesa Marigold Honey Mead for honeyed warmth and the Browne Family sparkling for celebratory bubbles. Two mission-driven pairings for one timeless American cake.
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orange juice cake

Gwen's Orange Juice Cake + the Pairings That Make Every Slice a Celebration

Gwen A. closes out our 2026 Summer Shades of Vino recipe series with her beloved Orange Juice Cake — a handwritten family recipe that tastes like sunshine. We paired it with a celebratory New Mexico sparkling wine and a Black-owned Maryland honey mead that together honor every bright, sweet, citrus-kissed bite.
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Leslie's Crawfish Pie + the Wines That Bring the Gulf Coast to Your Table

Leslie's Crawfish Pie + the Wines That Bring the Gulf Coast to Your Table

Leslie F., founder of The Wine Concierge, shares her personal Louisiana Crawfish Pie recipe — a Gulf Coast classic built on a Cajun roux and sweet crawfish tails. We paired it with a Black-owned Oregon Gamay and a Black-owned, woman-owned Michigan Chardonnay that together honor every layer of this extraordinary dish.
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MD Callahan Style Crab Cakes

Christina's MD Callahan Style Crab Cakes + the Wines That Let the Crab Shine

Christina C., a Shades of Vino Club member, shares her legendary MD Callahan Style Crab Cakes — and we found two wines that honor every sweet, golden bite. A Long Island Franc Blanc for minerality and a Black-owned Napa Sauvignon Blanc for citrus brightness.
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Chicken Corn Soup

David's Chicken Corn Soup + the Wines That Warm Every Bowl

David C., a Shades of Vino Club member, shares his classic Pennsylvania Dutch Chicken Corn Soup — and we found two women-owned wines that honor its heritage. A Virginia Pinot Gris for freshness and a Finger Lakes Cabernet Franc for earthy depth.
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Chicken with Mandarin Oranges & Almonds

Debbie's Chicken with Mandarin Oranges & Almonds + the Wines That Bring It All Together

Debbie C., a Shades of Vino Club member, shares her creative Chicken with Mandarin Oranges and Almonds — a dish that blends Madeira, citrus, ginger, and cream into something extraordinary. We found two women-owned wines that match every layer: a complex Oregon field blend and a bright Washington Chenin Blanc.
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Chicken & Wild Rice Bake

Joe's Chicken & Wild Rice Bake + the Pinot Noirs That Were Made for It

Joe A., a Shades of Vino Club member, shares his beloved Chicken & Wild Rice Bake — and we found two women-owned Pinot Noirs that were practically made for it. An earthy Oregon Pinot and a bright California Pinot that together cover every dimension of this deeply satisfying dish.
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Sweet Potato Casserole

Gwen's Sweet Potato Casserole + the Pairings That Make It Even Sweeter

Gwen A., a Shades of Vino Club member, shares her beloved Sweet Potato Casserole — and we found two extraordinary pairings that honor every sweet, caramelized, vanilla-kissed layer. A Black-owned Maryland honey mead and a Washington sparkling Syrah that together make this classic dish feel brand new.
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Maryland Seafood stew

Alicia's Maryland Seafood Stew + the Wines That Honor the Chesapeake

Alicia S., a Shades of Vino Club member, shares her soul-warming Maryland Seafood Stew — and we found two Virginia wines that taste like they were made for the Chesapeake table. A woman-owned Pinot Gris and a crisp rosé, both from Monticello AVA.
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Deana's Turkey Taco Stuffed Sweet Potatoes + the Wines That Get the Party Started

Deana's Turkey Taco Stuffed Sweet Potatoes + the Wines That Get the Party Started

Deana T., a Shades of Vino Club member, shares her crowd-pleasing turkey taco stuffed sweet potatoes — and we found the two wines that match every sweet, spiced, cheesy layer. A Black-owned Oregon Gamay and a bold Texas red blend that together make this weeknight hero feel like a celebration.
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Easy Smothered Shrimp

Denise's Easy Smothered Shrimp + the Wines That Love Southern Comfort

Denise J., a Shades of Vino Club member, shares her soul-warming smothered shrimp recipe — and we found the two wines that make it sing. A Black-owned Chardonnay and a bold Arizona red blend that together cover every mood at the table.
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Cristel's Grilled Harissa Chicken + the Wines That Can Handle the Heat

Cristel's Grilled Harissa Chicken + the Wines That Can Handle the Heat

Cristel S., a Shades of Vino Club member, brings the heat with her grilled harissa chicken — and we found the two wines bold enough to keep up. One cools the fire, one matches it. Both are unforgettable.
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Mary's Baked Teriyaki Wings

Mary's Baked Teriyaki Wings + the Wines That Make the Party

Mary R., a Shades of Vino Club member, shares her foolproof baked teriyaki wings recipe — and we found the two wines that make them unforgettable. From a female co-owned Chenin Blanc to a Black-owned sparkling red, this is game-day entertaining done right.
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2026 Summer Wine Club

The Summer Drop Is Here: Introducing the Shades of Vino Summer 2026 Wine Club Collection

The Shades of Vino Summer 2026 Wine Club Collection is officially here — 18 curated bottles from coast to coast, featuring Black-owned producers, women winemakers, and bold discoveries from Virginia to Arizona.
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What to Bring to the Cookout (That Isn't Beer): A Wine Guide for Juneteenth & Summer Celebrations

What to Bring to the Cookout (That Isn't Beer): A Wine Guide for Juneteenth & Summer Celebrations

Skip the six-pack this Juneteenth. Discover the perfect cookout wine lineup — a Black-owned Provençal red, crisp whites from Portugal and South Africa, a crowd-pleasing rosé, and a stunning dessert wine to end the night right.
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Juneteenth in a Glass: Wines That Celebrate Freedom, Legacy & Black Excellence

Juneteenth in a Glass: Wines That Celebrate Freedom, Legacy & Black Excellence

Celebrate Juneteenth with intentional pours from Black-owned producers, a curated white and red for the table, and a limited bonus bottle offer with the Black Winemaker Subscription.
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