Study Tips from a Newly Minted Master Sommelier
Tens of thousands of flashcards and a network of supportive fellow candidates helped David Reuss, MS, become the sole candidate to pass this year’s grueling Master Sommelier exam
Guides
SevenFifty Daily’s Guide to Wine Education
Everything you need to know—and how to choose the program that’s right for you
Education
How to Level Up Your Blind Tasting Skills
Want to ace your next blind tasting exam? These expert tips will help you achieve master-level wine tasting skills
How the Newest Master Sommelier Passed the Test
Game-like study sessions, a balanced mindset, and a strong support network are just a few of the elements that helped Myles Trapp, MS, earn his red pin
By the Numbers
The State of the Sparkling Wine Market
Sparkling wine sales are robust across all major regions, but experts are on standby for a potential slowdown in the near future
The State of the Whiskey Market
American whiskey is the major driver of category growth in the U.S., but Scotch is still king in terms of market share. Find out where the whiskey market stands today with our data-based infographic
The State of the Gin Market
It’s been decades since the U.S. reached its peak gin popularity, but with new styles and SKUs hitting the market, there’s reason for optimism. Find out where the gin market stands today with our data-based infographic
Know This Grape
Why Aligoté Is Rising in Burgundy and Beyond
Once regulated to kir and Crémant, Aligoté is gaining ground as new growers focus on terroir, lower yields, and improved winemaking
Understanding the Many Identities of This Criolla Grape
Known as País, Mission, Criolla Chica, or Listán Prieto, depending on which country you’re in, this grape variety is a light red wonder that is winning over winemakers and sommeliers alike
Silvaner’s German Plantings Are Dropping—but Its Reputation Is Rising
Unlike elsewhere in Germany, Silvaner reigns supreme in Franken, where winemakers are dialing in the right viticulture techniques for quality—and the industry is noticing
Reviving Baga, the Star Grape of Portugal’s Bairrada Region
While Baga has been on the radar of wine professionals for many years, a new crop of grower-producers is driving change in the region and helping redefine the grape for U.S. drinkers
How Piedmont’s Pelaverga Became an Industry Darling
Over the past decade, every wine pro has come to know and love Pelaverga—but how did this little-grown grape skyrocket to fame?
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Regions
Video
Discover 8 German Wines Beyond Riesling
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
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