6 Wineries on the Rise in 2026
From the Iberian Peninsula to California, these six wine projects are capturing buyers’ attention with fresh ideas and serious results
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What You Need to Know About Albanian Wine
One of the oldest wine-producing regions in the world, Albania is in the midst of a quality revolution as vignerons embrace native grape varieties
The Economic and Cultural Stakes of Losing Ancient Vine-Training Systems
As labor costs soar, global wine regions are forced to weigh the high expense of traditional vineyard design against its tourism appeal and climate-adapting benefits
Mourvèdre Was Made for Heat. Rising Temperatures Are Testing It
In a warming climate, even one of the world’s most heat-tolerant grape varieties is reaching its limits
The New Rules of Wine Importing
Wine importers are adapting to volatility with sharper logistics, closer partnerships, and tighter cash management
The Story Behind the American Wine Crisis
The first half of 2024 has felt like a tidal wave of woe for U.S. wine producers, but what’s really going on? Winery professionals and industry analysts weigh in
Why More Wineries Are Betting on High-Volume Wines
Accessible, higher-volume SKUs are helping producers build resilience in a difficult wine market
4 Strategies Driving Successful Wine Rebrands
Producers are rethinking identity, design, and strategy to drive growth amid economic challenges and consumer shifts
Flavored Wines Are Leading Key Industry Trends in 2026
The growth of flavored wine offers lessons in accessibility, flavor, and meeting evolving consumer demand
Georgian Wine Looks Beyond Its Amber Identity
From Saperavi to western Georgian whites, a growing number of producers are pushing beyond amber styles to showcase the country’s full range
A Guide to Germany’s New Wine Classification System
Germany’s updated wine law—which is mandatory from the 2026 vintage—introduces PDOs, PGIs, and stricter regional control, but understanding the new hierarchy won’t necessarily be easier
Can Wine Appellation Systems Withstand Climate Change?
Extreme weather is testing long-standing appellation rules on allowed grape varieties, vineyard locations, and more, intensifying the debate over the future relevance of geographical indications
5 Wine Industry Trends to Watch in 2026
Over the next year, wine businesses will be forced to make decisions based on difficult economic conditions, but Americans are still buying wine—and creating opportunities in certain categories
The Global Sparkling Wine Regions to Have on Your Radar in 2026
From countries with growing sparkling exports to islands that are just dipping a toe into bubbly production, these wine regions are worth taking a second look at for sparkling wine
Do Wine Improvement Districts Actually Benefit Local Wineries?
As more California wine regions consider the adoption of these controversial marketing funding models, vintners and regulators evaluate the pros and cons of wine improvement districts
Wine Is Getting Serious in China’s Ningxia Region
Just a few decades ago, Ningxia was an impoverished rural region in north-central China. Today, it is at the forefront of the country’s quality wine revolution
South African Chenin Blanc Clones May Be Key to the Loire Valley’s Future
Nearly 400 years ago, Chenin Blanc traveled from France to South Africa, where it thrived in a warmer, drier climate. Now, researchers from the two countries are teaming up to find more resilient clones amidst climate change
How to Start an Independent Wine Brand in 2025
In today’s tumultuous climate, launching a new wine label is no easy feat—but it’s not impossible. Founders and owners share their advice for successfully bringing a brand to market
Will the Newly Revamped Cru Bourgeois Win Over Wine Buyers?
After decades of back and forth, the bar is said to be higher than ever for the 2025 Cru Bourgeois classification in Bordeaux. Will this help the designation find new footing?
The New Marketing Playbook for Wineries
From introducing tailored, AI-generated messaging to forgoing influencer content, here’s how wineries are evolving their marketing strategies in 2025 and beyond
Two Winemakers’ Hunt for Champagne’s Forgotten Bottles
Whether for marketing, capital, or to craft a specific style, purchasing back-stock Champagne still aging on the lees—a little talked about practice—has been game-changing for these winemakers
Experimental Side Labels Are Redefining Uruguay’s Wine Culture
When they aren’t working at traditional wineries, next-gen winemakers are driving innovation with experimental side projects—and pushing Uruguay’s wine industry forward in the process
The Under-the-Radar Australian Wine Region You Should Know
Despite its relative obscurity, Gippsland is producing some of the country’s most exciting wines, like cool-climate Chardonnays and Pinot Noirs that are on par with great Burgundies
The Plight of California’s Grape Growers
As vines are pulled and grapes left unpicked across California, farmers blame tax loopholes, import incentives, and sluggish demand. Now, some ask, can tariffs provide much-needed relief?
In Provence, Some Rosé Winemakers Are Embracing a New Style
The fresh, fruit-forward profile of classic Provence rosé calls for reductive winemaking, but some producers are turning to a more oxidative approach to add complexity to their wines
