What You Need to Know About Slovenian Wine
With a focus on small production and minimal intervention techniques, Slovenian producers are writing a new chapter in the country’s wine story
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Does Malolactic Fermentation Have a Place in Rosé Production?
As climate change drives up temperatures and grape acidity drops, malolactic fermentations have mostly died out for rosés. But for a few key regions, grapes, and producers, rosés with malo still have a place
The Benefits of Contour Farming in a Changing Climate
Some vineyard managers are turning to this affordable, natural farming method to combat a growing suite of climate change-related problems, such as drought and soil health
What to Know About 6 of California’s Proposed AVAs
The state’s potential new American Viticultural Areas stretch from Sonoma to San Diego County
8 Italian Wines Worth Selling Now, According to Buyers
Retail and restaurant buyers spotlight the Italian wines they’re excited to stock, from Valle d’Aosta to Sicily
Inside the Movement to Revive Forgotten Grape Varieties
As a means of fighting climate change and preserving history, producers across Europe are reviving grape varieties that have never been cultivated for modern, commercial wine production
The Growing Movement Behind ‘Long Charmat’ Sparkling Wine
In Italy, Brazil, and beyond, winemakers are leaving Charmat-method bubbly on the lees for longer periods of time in the effort to make more complex and robust wines
7 New AVAs in Nontraditional Winegrowing States
California isn’t the only state proposing new AVAs. Petitions are being considered for unexpected appellations on the East Coast and in the Midwest
9 Retailers Pick Their Favorite Rosés for the Season
Wine merchants around the country share the rosés they’ll be stocking up on for the upcoming summer season
Grape Crush Reports Are Essential for U.S. Wine Industry Growth—Here’s Why
In established and emerging regions alike, grape crush reports demonstrate the economic impact to legislators while supporting data-based decision-making for long-term growth
Understanding Terra Alta’s Brisat, Spain’s First Officially Designated Orange Wine
Terra Alta is capitalizing on the growing popularity of orange wine by officially adding their historic, skin-contact white wine to the DO’s bylaws
Why Industry Professionals Are Rethinking the Language of Wine
To become more inclusive and accessible, a growing industry movement is questioning traditional, often Eurocentric wine descriptors both in the classroom and on the floor
