How Vintners Use Cover Crops in Vineyards
Winegrowers and researchers weigh in on the benefits of cover crops—from improved soil health to reduced costs
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Master Sommelier Matt Stamp examines the challenges—and opportunities—for the region’s upstart vintners
Understanding Sherry’s New Regulations
The change will permit nonfortified wines in some subregions, allowing for greater diversity
Understanding the Georgian Wine Boom
The country’s indigenous grape varieties, incredible bargains, and off-the-beaten-path wine styles have sparked international interest
Predicting the Future of Rosé Wine
Examining what data can tell us about the category’s growth and its future trajectory
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Brand experiences and incentives give sommeliers something to talk about—with colleagues and customers
What You Need to Know About Croatian Wine
Masters of Wine aren’t the only ones clamoring for more of the country’s wines—here’s what to try
The Challenges of Going Organic and Biodynamic in Bordeaux
How producers are overcoming climatic and disease pressures in an effort to create more sustainable wines
How Champagne Producers Are Preserving Acidity as the Climate Changes
Reducing dosage, blending high-acid reserve wines, and developing new hybrids are among the tactics to maintain freshness
California Growers’ Strategies for Protecting Vineyards from Fire
Mowing grass and clearing underbrush are just two of the many ways vintners are managing wildfire risk
What You Need to Know About Hungarian Wine
With a focus on dry wines from native varieties, a younger generation of winemakers is redefining the country’s offerings
