In Praise of Gay Bars
Betsy Andrews traces the role gay bars have played for the LGBTQ+ community since the 1969 Stonewall Uprising and shares why they remain critical bastions of hope and activism
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Sparkling Wine in Wartime
Despite its reputation as a frivolous luxury, modern sparkling wine has been affected profoundly by combat and has played a surprisingly prominent role in world wars
Why Some Winemakers Still Use the Name Fumé Blanc
The moniker may be a throwback, but some producers still rely on it to convey style—and to set the wine apart in the market
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
Understanding the Science Behind Ancient Wine
Using hi-tech tools to learn about the winemaking methods of the past
Measuring Phylloxera’s Impact on the World of Wine
GuildSomm’s Kelli White examines how the aphid-like insect has transformed viticulture
The Evolution of American Oak
Sommeliers often turn their noses up at American oak, but this wood plays a vital role in some of the world’s most iconic wines
The History of Black Bartenders
Uncovering the concealed history of black bartenders connects the drinks industry to its past and benefits everyone