The Tasting Group That Launched the L.A. Wine Scene
How one of the country’s largest wine markets got off the ground, one tasting group at a time
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Where to Get Your Wine in Vacationland
Matt Chaney of Down East Wine Imports in Kennebunk, Maine, shares six of his favorite wines to uncork with seafood
Sharing the Wealth at High Treason
How two fine-dining pros in San Francisco found their ideal jobs spinning records and pouring allocated bottles by the glass
48 Hours in Champagne with Peter Liem
The Champagne expert and author reveals his personal list of favorite spots to explore for an authentic taste of the region
Leaving the Appellation System
The new Vin de France category is growing in popularity. What does that mean for the AOC?
Introducing Black Chardonnay: Rediscovering Forgotten Techniques for Premium Wines
Learn how some producers are returning to ancient practices to craft exceptional wines
Scams That Target Wine Producers
Fraudsters pretending to work for legitimate wine companies are using identity theft to rob unsuspecting producers
The Science of Smoke Taint
How fires near vineyards can affect a wine’s sensory details, imparting smoky aromas and putting the wine at risk
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Do We Still Need Sommeliers in Restaurants?
Restaurant operators and wine directors weigh in with wine service models they’ve found successful, and discuss the evolving roles of wine professionals on the floor
Winemaking’s Urban Sprawl
With infrastructure and looser restrictions as draws, some winemakers are trading wine country for urban digs
Luke Wohlers of Importer Walden Selections
This former sommelier is importing some of the more interesting bottles available in the Pacific Northwest
German Riesling: On the Precipice of Change
How climate change is affecting German Rieslings and what it means for the future of the Prädikatswein system
