Will New Grape Varieties Change the Identity of Classic Wine Regions?
Traditional regions like Jerez, Bordeaux, and Champagne are allowing new grape varieties to be planted—but how much will they really impact these beloved wines?
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The Science Behind Reductive Aromas in Wine
Volatile sulfur compounds are polarizing aromas that can smell like anything from rotten eggs to struck match and beyond. How do they occur during viticulture and vinification—and are we thinking about them all wrong?
The Complex Role of Dosage in Sparkling Wine
A sparkling wine’s dosage or liqueur d’expedition is often communicated as a number—grams per liter of sugar—yet it’s not about sweetness. Here’s why
A New Chapter in Oregon’s Sparkling Wine Movement
Armed with the right climate and grape varieties—and now, the resources—Oregon winemakers set their sights on traditional-method sparkling wines
Why Are There So Many New Champagne Cuvées This Year?
A recent influx of new releases from Champagne houses has been spurred by a changing climate, a move towards terroir specificities, and increasing demand for this sparkling wine
The New Bargains in Beaujolais
Beaujolais—especially cru Beaujolais—has become more expensive over the last decade. But buyers insist that there are still plenty of values to be found
The Science of Lees Aging
Lees aging not only yields attractive aromas and textures for still and sparkling wines alike—it also prevents oxidation and structural instability. Here’s how
The Science of Flor Yeast
Best known for its role in sherry and vin jaune, flor imparts unique structure and flavor to wine. What conditions create a veil of flor—and how, exactly, does it impact wine style?
Direct-to-Consumer Beer Sales Become a Lifeline for Breweries
To find new sales channels in a flagging market, breweries are partnering with third-party shippers to bring fresh beer to customers’ doorsteps
8 Lesser-Known Greek Grapes on the Rise
Across Greece, indigenous grape varieties are shedding old associations and offering a new, expanding view of Greek wine
Are Library Wines Worth the Investment?
Producers, wholesalers, and buyers weigh in on the costs and benefits of selling aged wines after an initial vintage release
Why Winemakers Are Split on the Benefits of Concrete Eggs
Some winemakers promise this increasingly popular fermenting and aging vessel offers softer tannins and greater depth of flavor—but others are on the fence
