How Unregulated Cannabis Is Threatening West Coast Wine Growers
Cannabis cultivation creates resource competition and could threaten tourism in wine country—but some argue that proper regulation could actually benefit premier regions
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Plantings and quality of this native Austrian red grape are increasing—both in its home turf and New World regions
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Inspired by their predecessors’ hard work and achievements, these young pioneers bring new winemaking styles—and a new agenda—as they carve their own path in the industry
Fair Labor Practices Enter the Natural Wine Conversation
The push to make worker welfare as important to the natural wine conversation as sulfur use and native yeasts
What’s the Future of the Floor Sommelier Role?
Opportunity abounds in today’s current hiring frenzy, but restaurant operators are looking for wine pros with new skills who can take on hybrid responsibilities
The Complex Science of Assessing California’s Fire-Damaged Vines
Bracing for another fire season, Napa and Sonoma viticulturists decide whether to replant or revitalize many vineyards that burned in 2020
Which Rosés Will Succeed in a Maturing Market?
The rosé category remains strong, but an influx of generic brands and the lingering impact of 2020 means it’s more crowded than ever. Will quality prevail?
Is Trousseau’s Future in American Vineyards?
How this Jura native red grape—a star of the natural wine movement—is being embraced by U.S. winemakers
What is the Future for Burgundy Wines in the U.S.?
Tariffs may be over, but many question whether the U.S. will reclaim its status as Burgundy’s top volume export market
Wine Bar Operators Share Their Secrets to Survival
Flexible business models and creative community engagement allow wine bars to stay profitable even in tumultuous times
A Wine Renaissance in Calabria
A focus on indigenous grapes, terroir-driven winemaking, and a burgeoning natural wine movement push this overlooked Italian region in the spotlight
Why New York State is the Next Great American Wine Region
Backed by an established history, a penchant for experimentation, and an array of distinctive terroirs, New York State is proving itself as a formidable winegrowing region on the world stage.