What a NYC Somm Learned Working Harvest in Burgundy
Nicolas Capron-Manieux reflects on his stage at Domaine Hubert Lamy—and its test of his endurance
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Author David White defines the key players and developments that shaped the now-popular category
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Making Varietal Wines in Bordeaux
An upstart company is working with Château Lynch-Bages to make “component” wines
Embracing Old Oak Barrels
Some winemakers are using 100-year-old barrels, disproving the premise that they must be discarded after five years
Eric Texier’s Analog Sales Strategy
How the Rhône’s most improbable superstar built his overseas business by breaking all the rules
How Beaujolais Transformed Chevonne Ball’s Life
For one Portland wine professional, escaping to France was an act of self-preservation—and an awakening
Carving a New Niche in Cognac
How small producers are innovating to survive in a brand-dominated category—and appeal to younger consumers
Why You Should Work in Various Industry Roles
Hopping from tier to tier may be the quickest way to understand the industry and develop your career
Why Some Champagne Producers are Going Organic and Biodynamic
Farming biodynamically and organically in Champagne has traditionally been seen as risky business, but a growing movement is challenging that prejudice
The Harvesting Diet of a Burgundian Winemaker
How a family of Mâcon winemakers sustains themselves during weeks of back-breaking work
Costières de Nîmes: Unsung Hero of the Rhône
Writer Jessica Dupuy considers a region that’s been flying under the radar for far too long