8 Tips for Creating an Effective Wine Self-study Practice
A Master of Wine and a Master Sommelier offer advice on how to prepare for the big exams
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
Why Beer Professionals Are Becoming Cicerones
Beer experts discuss the certification process and their motivations for pursuing the title
Wine Education Programs: What You Need to Know
Just as all Chardonnays aren’t the same, neither are all wine education programs. Which one is right for you?
Video
Dustin Wilson on Taking Risks and Growing a Bicoastal Retail Operation
The Master Somm shares tips on building a brand, hiring staff, and coordinating product across state lines
Bobby Stuckey Takes the Supertasters Challenge
Watch as the renowned Master Sommelier puts his blind-tasting skills to the test
How Lily Peachin Opened a New Wine Shop in Brooklyn
The founder of Dandelion Wine and Dandy Wine & Spirits shares advice for new owners and offers tips on navigating hurdles
Michael Madrigale Discusses His No-Frills Approach to Tasting
The former Bar Boulud wine director always asks himself two key questions when evaluating wine
How Victoria James Dreams Big—and Makes it Happen
The Cote beverage director isn’t afraid to take on new challenges—from writing books to launching new restaurants
Joe Campanale on Working as a Winemaker-Restaurateur
Making wine allows the founder of Fausto restaurant in Brooklyn to take the Italian wine and food experience full-circle
How Caleb Ganzer Keeps Wine—and Tastings—Fun
The wine director for La Compagnie des Vins Surnaturels discusses his approach to wine, his tips for tasting, and his new app
Jeff Porter Shares His Tips for Building Tasting Skills
The Italian-focused wine director discusses tasting techniques and new projects
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Regions
Prosecco
Alsace
Alentejo
Bourgogne
Languedoc
Cariñena
Roussillon
Bordeaux
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Travel
48 Hours in Paris with Alice Feiring
The acclaimed wine writer shares her favorite places to eat, sip natural wine, and shop in the City of Lights
48 Hours in the Finger Lakes with Thomas Pastuszak
Where to eat, drink, and explore wine in New York State’s northwestern region
48 Hours in Oaxaca with Del Maguey Founder Ron Cooper
The mezcal producer shares his tips for where to eat, drink, and explore
How Wine Professionals Make the Most of Winery Visits
From note taking to mapmaking, here’s how experts optimize their trips
48 Hours in Seattle with Jeff Lindsay-Thorsen
The lead sommelier at RN74 shares his top picks for eating and drinking in the Emerald City
48 Hours in Houston with Justin Vann
The city’s top places to eat and drink from the proprietor of Public Services Wine & Whisky
48 Hours in Verona with Brian Larky
8 must-visit restaurant and bar picks from the founder of Dalla Terra Winery Direct
48 Hours in London with Laura Rhys
The Master Somm and Gusbourne Estate ambassador’s tips for drinking well in England’s capital city
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