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Drink These 5 Iconic American Sparkling Wines For America's 250th
American sparkling wine has come a long way in the past few decades; indeed, today American winemakers are crafting award-winning critically acclaimed sparkling wines which is a tremendous feat given the fact that other nations have centuries of…
To Understand Georgian Wine, You Have To Understand Its Culture
Kakheti, Georgia: The Caucasus Mountains rise above vineyards that have produced wine in buried clay vessels for 8,000 years. Iago Bitarishvili, founder of Iago's Wine, steps into his marani — the Georgian word for wine cellar — and…
From orange wine to AI: Notes from Aspen
One of the highlights of June is attending the Food & Wine Classic in Aspen, and this year was no exception. We were especially excited to see several Colorado restaurant-industry luminaries sharing their expertise at the festival. The first…
Mallorca's seaside wine festival returns
Wine lovers have another reason to head to Mallorca's picturesque northeast coast this weekend as the Raïm Wine Fest arrives in Colònia de Sant Pere for the first time on Saturday, July 4. Taking place along the seafront promenade from…
Viña Artesano's makes its latest sustainable wines available
Argentinian winery Viña Artesano, owned by Grupo Avinea, is releasing a new range of fine wines that has been inspired by viticulture working in harmony with nature. As the latest portfolio of wines is set to become available across the UK…
The Wine Society CEO joins WSTA board
The Wine and Spirit Trade Association (WSTA) has welcomed Steve Finlan who is the CEO of member-owned and non-profit retailer The Wine Society to its executive board. Finlan, who brings a wealth of retail experience from a career that spans the…
Thirsty work! Here are 6 great ways to invest in wine
So, you enjoy wine and are curious about getting more involved but don't own a vineyard? Not a problem. There are plenty of ways to experience viticulture aside from just drinking it. English wine producer Folc have opened to public investment on…
From impressionists to 'black magic': making wine like an artist
Born from the fusion of art and winemaking, Artiste Winery begins every project with the artwork on the label. Founder and winemaker Bion Rice tells db how the unusual creative process impacts every stage of production. The wines of Artiste Winery…
ASC Fine Wines and Familia Zuccardi strike exclusive distribution deal
Familia Zuccardi has announced a strategic partnership with ASC Fine Wines, China's leading fine wine importer and distributor, marking the beginning of a long-term alliance between two family-owned companies. The partnership was officially…
Inside Robert Mondavi Winery's $200 Million Transformation
Renovated Robert Mondavi Winery in 2026 - Architects Maintain Famous Arch and Bell Tower In the wine world, Robert Mondavi (1913–2008) has long been considered a visionary who helped bring Napa Valley fine wines to the global stage. Part of…
Opinion | How California can ensure wine labeled 'American' uses exclusively American grapes
Jason Smith is a second-generation wine grape grower in Monterey County. He is the president and CEO of Valley Farm Management. The California Legislature will soon have to choose between siding with global beverage companies that view iconic…
Guest column | If Dry January is too daunting, try drinking less but better
Dry January isn't for everyone. Some people effortlessly go cold turkey, spend a month evaluating their habits, and emerge as beautifully enlightened swans on Feb. 1 (with their taxes already filed). But others find a zero-sum approach punitive or…
Sparkling Pointe's New Winemaker Is Betting On Precision
Andrew Rockwell, winemaker, Sparkling Pointe When Andrew Rockwell first imagined his future, it wasn't in a vineyard. He studied materials science and biomedical engineering, expecting to build a career as a scientist. Wine was simply an interest…
The Heart Of Feudo Montoni Begins In The Vineyard-And Ends Around The Table
Overlooking the Feudo Montoni Vineyards. Some wineries impress you with architecture. Others with trophy bottles or dramatic vineyard views. Feudo Montoni leaves a different impression. For a winery whose bottles are poured in restaurants across 28…
Constellation Brands gains market share in a 'value-conscious' consumer backdrop (STZ:NYSE)
Revenue fell 3% year-over-year, but EPS rose 7% to $3.43, beating consensus estimates. Beer showed 2% sales and income growth, beating the category in dollar share gains; Wine and Spirits saw a 47% sales drop but had strong organic net sales and…
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