Inside Cava’s Quest to Upgrade its Reputation
Amidst movements to leave the Cava DO, the denomination has introduced new, quality-minded regulations. Can it change the perception of Spain’s most famous sparkling wine?
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A New Era for American Sparkling Wine
As emerging and legacy domestic sparkling wine producers alike invest in quality and ageability, the U.S. market is ready to embrace a wider array of home-grown bubbly
Why It’s Time to Pay Attention to Ventoux
One of the coolest-climate—and most biodiverse—regions in the southern Rhône, this up-and-coming appellation is quietly undergoing a quality evolution
Alto Adige’s Burgeoning Biodynamic Movement
From small producers to large cooperatives, a paradigm shift in farming practices is taking root in this conservative corner of northern Italy
Making a Case for Premium Vinho Verde
A more complex, textured style of Vinho Verde has emerged, driven by monovarietal, subzone-specific wines at slightly higher price points. Is the U.S. market ready to accept them?
Why Organic Winegrowing Can Be More Profitable Than Conventional
Better materials, vineyard longevity, higher quality, and increasing consumer demand are creating a healthier bottom line for organically farmed wines
Can ‘Do-Nothing Farming’ Produce Quality Wine?
Inspired by late Japanese farmer Masanobu Fukuoka, this fully hands-off method of viticulture is attracting a few intrepid global producers
Pouilly-Fuissé’s First Premier Crus Arrive in the U.S.
Burgundy’s famed white wine appellation debuts 22 premier cru vineyards. What buyers need to know—and why this marks a new chapter for the Mâconnais
Fair Labor Practices Enter the Natural Wine Conversation
The push to make worker welfare as important to the natural wine conversation as sulfur use and native yeasts
The Complex Science of Assessing California’s Fire-Damaged Vines
Bracing for another fire season, Napa and Sonoma viticulturists decide whether to replant or revitalize many vineyards that burned in 2020
Which Rosés Will Succeed in a Maturing Market?
The rosé category remains strong, but an influx of generic brands and the lingering impact of 2020 means it’s more crowded than ever. Will quality prevail?
What is the Future for Burgundy Wines in the U.S.?
Tariffs may be over, but many question whether the U.S. will reclaim its status as Burgundy’s top volume export market
