The Science of Blending Wine
Blending wine is about much more than combining different grape varieties—it can impact alcohol, color, flavor, and more. Here, researchers and winemakers explain the science behind this important winemaking process
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The South American wine scene is more exciting than ever, with a slew of traditional and cutting-edge wines catching the attention of wine pros
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Advocates in beverage alcohol weigh in on the benefits and drawbacks of President Donald Trump’s massive new legislation package
Two Winemakers’ Hunt for Champagne’s Forgotten Bottles
Whether for marketing, capital, or to craft a specific style, purchasing back-stock Champagne still aging on the lees—a little talked about practice—has been game-changing for these winemakers
Why Shandies and Radlers Are Making a Comeback
Shandies and radlers, once considered dated, are regaining appeal and driving sales this summer as consumers lean into low-ABV and fruit-forward styles
Searching for Terroir in Tequila—Beyond the Highlands and Lowlands
If the agave cultivation and production process is approached with care, each tequila-producing state and subregion—even a single rancho—has the potential to demonstrate a unique sense of place
Experimental Side Labels Are Redefining Uruguay’s Wine Culture
When they aren’t working at traditional wineries, next-gen winemakers are driving innovation with experimental side projects—and pushing Uruguay’s wine industry forward in the process
The 7 Best Summer Beers, According to Buyers
From a top-selling shandy to a surprisingly complex pilsner and a creamsicle IPA, these are the beers buyers are recommending this summer
When ICE Raids Come to Wine Country
This week saw the first known arrest of a vineyard steward under President Trump’s mass deportation policy. What is the wine industry doing to prepare for what comes next?
How to Land Your First Brewing Job
Want to make a career out of brewing beer? SevenFifty Daily asked veteran brewers and brewmasters for advice on how to break in
The Under-the-Radar Australian Wine Region You Should Know
Despite its relative obscurity, Gippsland is producing some of the country’s most exciting wines, like cool-climate Chardonnays and Pinot Noirs that are on par with great Burgundies
How Emidio Pepe Redefined Abruzzo Wine
By rejecting popular—and profitable—trends, the late Emidio Pepe became one of the most iconic names in Italian wine
The Struggle to Win Back American Wine Tourists
Tasting rooms are shuttering and visitation numbers are down across many states, but wineries are still betting on direct-to-consumer sales to boost flagging revenue
Inside the Quest to Make Better Non-Alcoholic Wines
As non-alcoholic wine rapidly gains ground, producers are working to figure out how winemaking changes when alcohol is taken out of the equation
The Opportunities and Challenges of Making Wine in Volcanic Soil
From Etna to the Canary Islands, volcanic wines have garnered a lot of attention in recent years. But what distinguishes volcanic soil, and how does it impact a resulting wine?
The Plight of California’s Grape Growers
As vines are pulled and grapes left unpicked across California, farmers blame tax loopholes, import incentives, and sluggish demand. Now, some ask, can tariffs provide much-needed relief?
In Provence, Some Rosé Winemakers Are Embracing a New Style
The fresh, fruit-forward profile of classic Provence rosé calls for reductive winemaking, but some producers are turning to a more oxidative approach to add complexity to their wines
Can Non-Mexican Agave Spirits Go Mainstream?
Domestically produced agave spirits currently comprise a tiny percentage of the U.S. market, but as the category grows, producers are betting there’s room on the shelf
How American Alcohol Importers Are Adapting to the Tariff Rollercoaster
The second Trump term has established a new normal of stop-and-start tariffs and economic uncertainty, leaving wine and spirits importers scrambling to adapt
The Science of Vine Density
There’s no right way to space a vineyard, but winemakers and researchers nonetheless have strong—and often opposing—views on the best way to approach vine density
What to Know About 6 Newly Proposed AVAs
These six regions in Texas, Washington, and California—including one AVA that has already been approved—have exciting potential for the U.S. wine industry
How Mechanical Harvesting Impacts Wine Quality
As labor becomes even scarcer, even ultra-premium wineries are expected to turn to mechanical harvesters. Will wine quality suffer?
Are These Smart Solar Panels the Future of Sustainable Vineyards?
Agrivoltaics, a new solar paneling system designed to support agriculture while providing green energy, has shown positive results in vineyards around the world—but its high cost and depleted federal funding is slowing its uptake in the U.S.
Tariffs on European Wine Will Harm American Producers—Here’s Why
As he threatened 200 percent tariffs on all EU wine, President Donald Trump asserted that the move would bolster American wineries. The reality is quite the opposite, most producers say
