Nonalcoholic Wines Gain Recognition for Their Craftsmanship and Inclusivity in Modern Wine Culture

Nonalcoholic Wines Gain Recognition for Their Craftsmanship and Inclusivity in Modern Wine Culture

The world of wine is steeped in tradition, study, and sophistication, with encyclopedias and degree programs dedicated to understanding its nuances. While traditional wines demand attention through swirling, sniffing, and sipping, nonalcoholic wines have historically been dismissed as overly sweet and lacking complexity. However, advancements in science and the growing popularity of alcohol-free adult beverages … Read more

How the Surgeon General’s Alcohol Warning Challenges Wine Culture and Raises Questions on Moderation

How the Surgeon General’s Alcohol Warning Challenges Wine Culture and Raises Questions on Moderation

The surgeon general’s warning about alcohol as a preventable cause of cancer and the recommendation for warning labels on alcoholic beverages caused me to feel conflicted. As a wine and food critic who has spent 30 years celebrating the joys of wine, this pronouncement felt like a critique of not only my personal habits but … Read more

Moldova’s Cricova Winery Removes Putin’s Display Amid Rising Tensions with Russia

Moldova’s Cricova Winery Removes Putin’s Display Amid Rising Tensions with Russia

Putin’s 50th birthday celebration at Moldova’s Cricova Winery, located near the capital Chișinău, included a gift of wines from Moldova’s former president. These wines, part of a tradition of honoring famous visitors with exhibits and photos, were displayed alongside notable figures like Ukraine’s Volodymyr Zelensky and Angela Merkel. However, the relationship between Moldova and Russia … Read more

Australia’s Wine Industry Redefines Its Image with Premium Quality and Sustainability

Australia's Wine Industry Redefines Its Image with Premium Quality and Sustainability

Australia’s wine industry has long been defined by an image that fails to reflect its reality. For years, the perception of Australian wines as mass-produced, low-cost beverages dominated international markets, particularly in the United States. Brands like Yellow Tail, a staple of affordable wines, shaped this narrative, creating challenges for premium producers striving to establish … Read more

Francis Ford Coppola’s Inglenook Winery Embroiled in Legal Battle Over Alleged Tank Theft

Francis Ford Coppola's Inglenook Winery Embroiled in Legal Battle Over Alleged Tank Theft

Francis Ford Coppola and his Napa Valley winery, Inglenook, are entangled in a legal battle involving claims of stolen wine tanks, fraud, and embezzlement. Inglenook filed a lawsuit in July, alleging that George Giles Beeker, a former independent contractor, misappropriated 26 fermentation tanks valued at $2 million and sold them without authorization. Calistoga Vintner Services … Read more

Wine Society Launches Expanded 2021 Barolo Campaign with 61 Exceptional Wines

Wine Society Launches Expanded 2021 Barolo Campaign with 61 Exceptional Wines

The Wine Society, recently awarded Outstanding Wine Retailer of the Year, is set to launch its 2021 Barolo en primeur campaign on Tuesday, January 14. This year’s offering is significantly larger, featuring 61 wines from 27 esteemed producers across seven communes, including La Morra, Barolo, and Verduno. New producers like Ettore Germano and Mauro Veglio … Read more

Seghesio Zinfandel Sonoma County 2022 Named Wine Spectator’s 2024 Wine Value of the Year

Seghesio Zinfandel Sonoma County 2022 Named Wine Spectator's 2024 Wine Value of the Year

Wine Spectator, a trusted leader in the wine industry, has just revealed its Top 10 Wine Values of 2024, showcasing wines that offer incredible quality at accessible prices. The Seghesio Zinfandel Sonoma County 2022 topped the list as the Wine Value of the Year. This wine earned an impressive 93-point rating and is priced at … Read more

Randy and Jenny Heinzen Named 2024 Wine Industry Persons of the Year by Paso Robles Wine Country Alliance

Randy and Jenny Heinzen Named 2024 Wine Industry Persons of the Year by Paso Robles Wine Country Alliance

The Paso Robles Wine Country Alliance has revealed its 2024 Wine Industry Persons of the Year: Randy and Jenny Heinzen, owners of Vineyard Professional Services and Vineyard Professional Real Estate. The Heinzens will be honored during the Annual Gala on February 6, 2025, at Cass Winery. Their recognition comes from nominations and votes by the … Read more