These New Master Sommeliers Share How They Aced the Exam
Just after passing the 2023 MS exam, Mark Guillaudeu, MS, and Jonathan Eichholz, MS, share study tips, test-taking advice, and how they plan to celebrate
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 Viticulture Programs Drive Success for Emerging Wine Regions
Viticulture and enology programs help local wineries hone their grape-growing and winemaking practices, and train the next generation of winemaker talent
How Spirits Brands Are Playing a Bigger Role in Bar Industry Education
Beyond lessons in bar basics, big brands are rolling out educational programs that focus on professional development, inclusivity, mental health, and more
By the Numbers
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
Ready-to-Drink Cocktails, By the Numbers
No other spirits category has skyrocketed in recent years like the ready-to-drink cocktail. See what’s happening in the market now with our data-based infographic
Vodka, By the Numbers
From changing cocktail demands to botanical, low-ABV expressions, discover what’s trending in the ever-popular vodka category with our downloadable infographic
Know This Grape
How Mencía Became Spain’s Breakout Star
Long in the shadow of better-known Spanish grapes, Mencía is finally gaining broader recognition thanks to investments in old vines and high-quality, terroir-driven winemaking
Why Croatian Winemakers Are Betting Big on Malvazija Istarska
Genetically distinct from other Malvasia varieties, this widely planted Istrian grape has become a focus for local winemakers thanks to its high quality and stylistic versatility
Discovering the Character of Unfortified Palomino—in Spain and Beyond
Around the world, winemakers are embracing this heat- and drought-tolerant variety—most commonly associated with sherry—to craft fresh, energetic wines, sans fortification
Complex Picpoul Has Arrived
In France and the U.S., winemakers are moving from fresh and zippy to richly textured, age-worthy styles with this rising star white grape
Inside Blaufränkisch’s Global Comeback
Plantings and quality of this native Austrian red grape are increasing—both in its home turf and New World regions
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Regions
Video
5 Top Wine Professionals Share Their Favorite Rioja Wines
Watch as these five buyers and sommeliers highlight the range of Spain’s iconic wine region by pouring mystery Riojas for their fellow panelists
5 Top Wine Professionals Take the Supertasters Challenge with Rioja
Watch as these pros from across the country put their blind-tasting skills to the test with three mystery Rioja wines
Sommelier Luke Boland on Finding Clarity During the Pandemic
The former Crown Shy wine director reflects on his new perspective on restaurants—and recent career pivot
Christy Frank on Finding Success as a Retailer in a Changed Era
The wine shop entrepreneur shares her retail expertise and her newfound industry activism
Krug’s Nicole Hakli on How She’s Riding Out the Pandemic
The former wine director also shares how her somm background prepared her for her current role promoting the iconic Champagne brand
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