The Science of Volatile Acidity
All wines have some volatile acidity, which can add to a wine’s complexity at low levels. At what point does it become a fault, and how can winemakers manage it?
How Portugal Is Shaking Its Inexpensive Wine Reputation
Entry-level Portuguese wines have made an impact on U.S. consumers, but as Americans’ love for Portugal grows, can more premium bottles make inroads next?
A Closer Look at the Role of Limestone Soil in Wine
Many professionals expect wines grown in limestone soil to be more focused and acid-driven—but is there a reason why?
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Mike Dee appointed president of Deutsch Family Wine & Spirits
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While Germany is well known for its Rieslings, the country produces a diverse range of high-quality wines, from elegant Pinot Noirs to delicious Silvaners and sensational sparkling wines
Collin Wagner Fell in Love with German Wine—and Never Looked Back
Watch as the Vom Boden sales manager blind tastes a German wine and shares how he came to be an advocate for the country’s wines
Amy Waller on Championing German Wine
Watch as The German Wine Collection sales and education manager blind tastes one of the country’s star grape varieties
Brent Kroll on the Insane Diversity of German Wines
Watch this Washington, D.C., sommelier and restaurateur blind-taste a mystery white wine
Marie Cheslik’s Approach to Tasting German Wine
Watch as the Slik Wines founder blind-tastes a German wine and discusses what makes this winemaking country unique
5 Top Wine Professionals Share Their Favorite Rioja Wines
Watch as these five buyers and sommeliers highlight the range of Spain’s iconic wine region by pouring mystery Riojas for their fellow panelists
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Christy Frank on Finding Success as a Retailer in a Changed Era
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