The Story Behind the American Wine Crisis
The first half of 2024 has felt like a tidal wave of woe for U.S. wine producers, but what’s really going on? Winery professionals and industry analysts weigh in
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Are winemakers just relying on unripe grapes to make stereotypically light, fresh rosés? Experts weigh in on this controversial issue
The Science of Carbonic Maceration in Wine
Carbonic maceration is known for creating lighter, fresher red wines, especially in Beaujolais, but research points to even more new applications for the technique
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New Zealand has been producing Chardonnay for decades, but quality examples of this wine are on the rise from both islands—and they’re making their way to U.S. shores
How This Sommelier Pairs Rare Wines from Saga’s Cellar
A graphic designer-turned-sommelier who is taking #winetok by storm, Eun Hee Kwon readily heads to this New York City restaurant’s cellar—63 floors down—to find back-vintage Burgundy and rebellious Txakoli for her guests
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Independent retailers across the country share critical advice for those who are opening or buying a wine shop
The Science of Rotundone in Wine
This tiny, complex chemical compound brings peppery notes to Syrah and other red grape varieties, but much about it remains a mystery
Devising a New Wine List With Alisha Blackwell-Calvert
To complement Madrina’s Italian-American cuisine, Alisha Blackwell-Calvert pairs unique Italian selections with their U.S. counterparts—and sells everything for an affordable price
The Rocky Rollout of California’s New Bottle Bill
Expanding the state’s bottle redemption program to include wine and spirits is a massive undertaking, raising concerns—and hopes—from California’s beverage industry
A Buyer’s Guide to Wine Auctions
For wine buyers looking to diversify their restaurant’s wine list, auctions are a great way to acquire rare bottles—but successful bidding requires a well-planned strategy
How Arianna Occhipinti Won Over the Wine World
Sicilian wine phenom Arianna Occhipinti has become a modern icon with her terroir-centric winemaking practices and the elegant, singular wines they craft
