Why More Wineries Are Betting on High-Volume Wines
Accessible, higher-volume SKUs are helping producers build resilience in a difficult wine market
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The Bitter Shot That Bonded a Generation of Bartenders
Known as the bartender’s handshake, Fernet-Branca has cemented its place as a staple among hospitality professionals nationwide
4 Strategies Driving Successful Wine Rebrands
Producers are rethinking identity, design, and strategy to drive growth amid economic challenges and consumer shifts
Why Aligoté Is Rising in Burgundy and Beyond
Once regulated to kir and Crémant, Aligoté is gaining ground as new growers focus on terroir, lower yields, and improved winemaking
Flavored Wines Are Leading Key Industry Trends in 2026
The growth of flavored wine offers lessons in accessibility, flavor, and meeting evolving consumer demand
Is Sotol the Next Breakout Mexican Spirit in the U.S.?
Tequila and mezcal have paved the way for another Mexican spirit to grow in the United States, and sotol is indeed on the rise—but just how big can it really get?
How a Volatile Trade Landscape Is Transforming Wine Pricing
Tariffs, policy shifts, and rising costs are forcing U.S. importers, distributors, and buyers to rethink their wine pricing strategies
8 Tequilas Leading the Way in Sustainability, According to Buyers
From additive-free production to regenerative farming, these buyer-recommended tequilas reflect the category’s evolving standards
Georgian Wine Looks Beyond Its Amber Identity
From Saperavi to western Georgian whites, a growing number of producers are pushing beyond amber styles to showcase the country’s full range
A Guide to Germany’s New Wine Classification System
Germany’s updated wine law—which is mandatory from the 2026 vintage—introduces PDOs, PGIs, and stricter regional control, but understanding the new hierarchy won’t necessarily be easier
How Technology Is Transforming No- and Low-Alcohol Wine
From non-traditional yeasts to nano-membrane filtration, a wave of innovation is helping winemakers rebuild what’s lost when alcohol is removed from wine
The Science Behind Vertical Shoot Positioning in Vineyards
Once a default choice, VSP is being reevaluated as changing conditions expose tradeoffs in ripening, yield, and cost
The Promise—and Limits—of Biochar in the Vineyard
Biochar is gaining popularity with viticulturists for its ability to sequester carbon and improve soil health, but researchers are still learning when and where it’s most effective
6 Irish Whiskeys Buyers Are Excited to Stock Right Now
From small-batch specialty releases to reliable favorites, these are the Irish whiskeys that are driving interest among U.S. spirits buyers
The Mounting Economic Toll of Grapevine Trunk Diseases
From hidden infections to nursery spread, grapevine trunk diseases pose a costly and complex challenge for vineyards
What the Numbers Really Say About Gin in the U.S. Market
While overall gin volume sales continue to decline, premium-and-above brands are growing, revealing a category in transition rather than retreat
Is Phylloxera Still a Threat to the Global Wine Industry?
Genetic adaptation, leaf-feeding populations, and global movement are reshaping the modern phylloxera threat
Can Wine Appellation Systems Withstand Climate Change?
Extreme weather is testing long-standing appellation rules on allowed grape varieties, vineyard locations, and more, intensifying the debate over the future relevance of geographical indications
Resurrecting the Three-Chamber Still—and the Flavor of Pre-Prohibition Whiskey
Though costly and labor-intensive, the nearly extinct three-chamber still is being revived by tradition-obsessed distillers chasing the character of pre-Prohibition American whiskey
6 Wineries on the Rise in 2026
From the Iberian Peninsula to California, these six wine projects are capturing buyers’ attention with fresh ideas and serious results
Can Non-Alcoholic Tequila Replicate the Real Thing?
The boom in tequila and non-alcoholic drinks have fueled an inevitable crossover, but recreating tequila’s flavor without alcohol isn’t easy
In the U.S.-Canada Trade War, the Wine and Spirits Industry Is Still Paying the Price
Tariffs and retaliatory boycotts have devastated wine and spirits businesses on both sides of the border. One year later, the industry is still grappling with lost sales, strained relationships, and an uncertain path forward
So, You Want to Land a Wine Harvest Job?
A practical guide for wine professionals who hope to land a seasonal internship at a winery
‘The Worst Is Behind Us’: Silicon Valley Bank’s 2026 Wine Industry Report
The phrase of the year is ‘green shoots’—the first signs of recovery ahead for a declining wine industry. Learn more with four key takeaways from the 25th annual Silicon Valley Bank ‘State of the U.S. Wine Industry’ Report
