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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Is Trousseau’s Future in American Vineyards?
How this Jura native red grape—a star of the natural wine movement—is being embraced by U.S. winemakers
What is Natural Wine?
A new definition aims to bring clarity and consensus to the polarizing category, yet it may have the opposite effect
Could Timorasso Be Italy’s Most Exciting, Age-Worthy White Wine?
A once-obscure Piemontese grape is on the rise, and it’s being embraced by Italian producers and American sommeliers
Tracing the Origin Story of Pét-Nat
Digging into the roots of pétillant naturel to determine how the sparkling wine style became trendy—and what its newfound popularity means for its future
Exploring the Wines of Uruguay
With Tannat and Albariño as lead stars, the country is making some of the most distinctive wines in South America
The Mezcalistas Founders Built a Community for the Agave Spirit
Susan Coss and Max Garrone helped fuel the mezcal revolution by promoting the spirit through a publication, an educational platform, and consumer events
Wine Tasting for the Instagram Generation
With Rosé Mansion, experiential trailblazers Morgan First and Tyler Balliet are revolutionizing the way people learn about wine
Get to Know Pineau d’Aunis
This underrated grape from the Loire Valley is finding a new audience among U.S. buyers
Understanding the Georgian Wine Boom
The country’s indigenous grape varieties, incredible bargains, and off-the-beaten-path wine styles have sparked international interest
What You Need to Know About Croatian Wine
Masters of Wine aren’t the only ones clamoring for more of the country’s wines—here’s what to try
The Challenges of Going Organic and Biodynamic in Bordeaux
How producers are overcoming climatic and disease pressures in an effort to create more sustainable wines
What You Need to Know About Hungarian Wine
With a focus on dry wines from native varieties, a younger generation of winemakers is redefining the country’s offerings
Why Mondeuse Is Gaining Popularity Among U.S. Somms
Everything you need to know about this under-the-radar red wine variety, including why wine professionals love it
8 Up-and-Coming Varieties to Know from Portugal
From Encruzado to Baga, these grapes are gaining traction in the U.S. market
Chronicling the Renaissance of Italy’s Alto Piemonte Region
An ancient winegrowing area is making a comeback after a long hiatus—and garnering acclaim
Gamay vs. Valdiguié: The Smackdown
Two underdog grapes—one championed in Oregon and the other in California—face off
Tracing the Origin Story of Biodynamic Wine
How the holistic agricultural philosophy caught on with winemakers—and the pioneers who helped popularize it
6 Master Sommeliers Regain Titles After Exam Invalidation
After a cheating scandal stripped 23 new MSs of their titles, six have regained them in a December retest
Joe Heron’s All-Inclusive Bartending School
The Ideal Bartender School aims to offer disadvantaged communities an economic path forward—and other organizations are following suit
Breaking Down Barriers with Bar Education
The founder of Ideal Bartender School on creating opportunities and building brands across industry lines
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
Preserving Oregon’s Wine Legacy One Interview at a Time
The director of Linfield College’s pioneering Oregon Wine History Archive documents the industry’s stories
The Revival of an Ancient Winemaking Technique as Clay Pot Use Surges Across Regions
Discover the resurgence of clay pots for fermentation and aging from Italy to Oregon, which is captivating the beverage industry
