One of Chile’s most famous fine wines, Seña, today released a historic and landmark vintage from its cellars via La Place de Bordeaux. The wine, from the 2009 vintage, sold for €90 ex-negociant and comes in a handcrafted box made from lenga, a popular Chilean wood from southern Patagonia. Not …
Read More »Hollywood Joins Wine Club Frenzy From Jason Momoa to Mila Kunis – The Hollywood Reporter
COVID lockdowns have drastically changed shopping habits everywhere, including in the wine sector. With restaurants closed and at-home happy hours starting early and often, U.S. digital wine sales grew 32% to $760 billion in 2020, according to a report by wine industry analyst Rob McMillan of Silicon Valley Bank. Many …
Read More »Many feared Napa’s 2020 smoked wine crop would be a failure. A recent auction revealed otherwise.
Many Napa Valley winemakers would likely name 2020 the worst year of their careers — and not because of the pandemic. Plagued by two major fires in a row, a significant portion of the grape harvest, especially for red wines, was destroyed by smoke from the wildfires before it could …
Read More »What does Navarra wine look like in Spain…we ask the questions and find three wines to try
And so I nudge you towards Navarre, a wine region in northern Spain. It raises its profile on these shores; and rightly too. In the UK we can buy so many wines from all over the world which makes it difficult for any region to influence our wine buying habits, …
Read More »WineInk: wine changes | AspenTimes.com
Those who follow Aspen’s hospitality, restaurants and real estate need not be told that the only constant is change. Over the past few years, there has been an accelerated increase in sales and consolidations that have changed the food and wine industry, and our entire community. It is not surprising …
Read More »Wine investment platform Vint launches three NFTs on behalf of Emmitt-Scorsone for auction
RICHMOND, Virginia–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Vint, the first qualified, fully transparent and efficient wine and spirits investment platform, today announced the release of three individual non-fungible tokens (NFTs) in collaboration with Emmitt-Scorsone, producer of Judge Palmer, Domenica Amato, and Emmitt-Scorsone wines. The offering marks the first NFT offered by a Sonoma-based winery and …
Read More »A Beginner’s Guide to Paso Robles Wine Country
Paso Robles is a California Central Coast wine gem, home to more than 200 labels. The region is often associated with Next to, the dark comedy about love, infidelity and excess. But it is a multi-faceted destination, picturesque with its olive groves and sunny hillsides, and a thriving wine region, …
Read More »Week of 09/01/22: Vinography
Hello and welcome to my weekly dig into the pile of wine samples begging to be tasted. I’m happy to bring you the latest episode of Vinography Unboxed, where I highlight some of the best bottles that have come through my door recently. Last week an interesting set of wines …
Read More »Red Mountain-focused Liberty Lake Wine Cellars beats 7 for 7 at Platinum Awards
Mark Lathrop, winemaker / co-owner of Liberty Lake Wine Cellars east of Spokane, Washington, has entered seven wines eligible for the 2021 Platinum Awards and won a Platinum for each. (Richard Duval Images) LIBERTY LAKE, Wash. – A sign behind Liberty Lake Wine Cellars’ tasting bar reads #RedMtnUnfiltered, and what …
Read More »SPLENDOR IN THE GLASS: It was a world of wild wine in 2021 | Sun Glade
2021 has been an interesting year to say the least. COVID-19, gas prices, nearly empty store shelves, shortages of other products, the list goes on. As much as we would like to forget 2021, back to the news of the world of wine. A 2019 6-liter bottle of The Setting …
Read More »Perfect Christmas Stocking Ideas for Foodies
This is one of my favorite parts of the holiday season: thinking about all the people I would like to give a package to, thinking about what that gift voucher should be. This year, perhaps more than any other, it feels good to give all of your associates something thoughtful …
Read More »A Touch of Red or White: How Papua New Guinea Is Interested in Wine
With wine appreciation on the rise in Papua New Guinea. The sommelier of Loloata Island Resort, Kannapan Jayakumar, tells PNG now why wine has become such a sensation and why the Highlands might be a good place to start a winery. The sommelier at Loloata Resort, Kannapan Jayakumar. Credit: Loloata …
Read More »What low-alcohol or non-alcoholic drinks to try this holiday season
Now we are in the thick of the action – the holiday season with a parade of friends and family passing through your door until New Years Day. Some of them, no doubt, will be marathon runners, designated drivers, or parents who can’t risk a hangover. Riding the wellness trend …
Read More »The Setting Cabernet Sauvignon sold for $ 1 million at the Emeril Lagasse Foundation auction
Wine prodigy Jesse Katz has done it again. The exceptionally talented winemaker of Aperture Cellars, Devil Proof Vineyards and The Setting Wines broke a world record this month when a six-liter bottle of Cabernet Sauvignon The Setting Glass Slipper 2019 won an offer of $ 1 million. dollars for the …
Read More »Million Dollar Bottle: Napa Grown Taxi Breaks Emeril Lagasse Foundation World Auction Record | Local News
The wine world has felt a philanthropic this month, and for a collective of winegrowers and winemakers in Napa, those open portfolios have led to a new world record. Support local media coverage and those who report it by subscribing to the Napa Valley Register. Special offer: $ 5 for …
Read More »Premiere Napa Valley Wine Week kicks off in person and virtually
The holidays arrived early this year for wine lovers, as Napa Valley’s first Wine Week kicked off earlier this week on November 8, giving collectors and professionals the chance to immerse themselves in the wine country the most famous in the country. Throughout the week, virtual chats and interviews with …
Read More »Column: November wine recommendations – Richmond News
Each month, BC Liquor Stores offers hundreds of wines. For those of you who have followed my recommendations over the past few months, you’ve saved some money and bought some great wines. This month is a godsend for those looking for valuable wines. Here are my top buying recommendations for …
Read More »Red China: Upcoming Wineries Recognized
YINCHUAN, China, November 2 (Reuters) – Chinese winemaker Legacy Peak, which started producing grapes more or less by accident in 1997, symbolizes the rapid growth of an industry that is now winning accolades in global markets, but who has already almost given up. “We wanted to pull up all the …
Read More »The best value for money in the world
The hunt for bargains in Bordeaux is becoming easier and more than ever to the reds. “Don’t make me laugh” is a pretty common reaction whenever we bring up the subject of value versus Bordeaux and that’s understandable too. Bordeaux is, of course, one of the most expensive wine regions …
Read More »First-rate wines and spirits
Richard Hennessy A unique blend of over 100 of the most exceptional eaux-de-vie If cognac is your choice of poison, then you must be familiar with the Hennessy house. One of his best creations is Richard Hennessy, a tribute to the founder of Hennessy and an embodiment of 250 years …
Read More »The “Louvre of Wine” must be frozen so that the grape varieties can be revived if they are affected by climate change
‘Louvre of Wine’ – the world’s largest collection of vines – must be FROZEN in hopes that long-lost grape varieties could one day be revived if they die due to climate change The largest collection of vines in the world to freeze so they can one day be relaunched Experts …
Read More »The 100 best cellar selections of 2021
Wine collecting isn’t all about investing in the latest Bordeaux Futures or grabbing highly awarded cult Napa Cabs. It’s not even just relegated to those with the space and capital for temperature-controlled home storage with floor-to-ceiling shelving. Of course, these things can be part of the wine collection. But at …
Read More »Pennsylvania’s wine, beer and cider industries receive nearly $ 2 million in grants
Among the seven wine projects launched by the grants is research from Penn State that will study how the invasive spotted lantern affects Cabernet Franc, a grape often blended with Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon wines. Penn State Extension has studied the many negative impacts of the spotted lantern fly since …
Read More »Left Field Cider Co. – Wine Reviews
Allison Markin – October 10, 2021 / 4:00 a.m. | History: 348193 Photo: contributed Cider house: Left Field Cider Co., near Merritt Why drink it? Why not cider for a change? It’s not just for hot summer days, it’s a perfect fall drink, and there are plenty of craft cider …
Read More »Liquor Control Board awards nearly $ 2 million in grants to support Pennsylvania’s wine, beer and cider industries
Pennsylvania’s wine, beer, and cider industries receive a boost from the Wolf administration to increase marketing and production. The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board approved grants totaling $ 1,925,319 for 13 different projects. $ 600,000 of that total was awarded to Penn State University for eight different wine, malt and beverage …
Read More »Cabernet Sauvignon De Trafford 2018
The 2017 vintage is acclaimed in terms of Stellenbosch red wines, but what about 2018? De Trafford to Stellenbosch describes it as “another excellent vintage to follow in 2017 after two years of drought… The disease pressure was very low… Harvest a little later than usual with very few rain …
Read More »Women + Wine: Explore the Heart of Georgia’s Wine Country
Three Wine Lovers Visit Yonah Mountain Vineyards in Part 1 of a Series From left to right, Billie Harris, Sarah Pierre and Katie Rice at Yonah Mountain Vineyards. The Dahlonega / Lumpkin County region of Georgia is known as the ‘Heart of Georgia’s Wine Country’ and in 2018 became the …
Read More »Six vintages of Smith Madrone from Napa Valley
The set-up was perfect. Six vintages of the same wine, made from grapes grown in the same vineyard by the same people, and a live wine conversation with the next generation winemaker from a historic Napa Valley family estate. In this case, that winemaker was Sam Smith and the wine …
Read More »Histoire du vin SA: Selective memory – Part two: Lanzerac Pinotage
Founded in 1692, the historic Lanzerac in the fascinating Jonkershoek Valley in Stellenbosch has occurred to me lately, for good reason (they run a fabulous Discover Lanzerac contest for which the prize is an all-inclusive stay worth up to R60,000, deadline extended to tomorrow, September 30) and maybe not so …
Read More »Eiling Lim reviews 2003 vintage Bordeaux wines from Pauillac, France
If you love wine, the chances that you haven’t tasted a red Bordeaux wine are slim. When I started my wine journey, I found French wine enticing but the labels were hard to read. French wine has a strong identity, emphasizing the terroir and the AOC (Appellation d’Origine Contrôlée) system, …
Read More »4 ways to celebrate the harvest season this fall
Celebrate the bounty of the vineyard with a party centered around a selection of wines from local stores. Every fall, wineries across the country harvest the bounty of their vines. It’s an exciting time of year that celebrates everything grape-related, from the first crushing to the final bottling. With that …
Read More »Six fresh California red blends that challenge the cloying and heavy stereotype of wine
If you’ve heard people talking about “red blends” lately, it’s likely they’re referring to a particular type of wine: an inky, dark, richly scented cuvee at an affordable price, usually under $ 15. $ the bottle. Nowadays, the term most often refers to a wine designed for a consumer palate, …
Read More »Napa Valley Crop Report: Most Growers Report Poor Harvest | Wine
Diamond Mountain District Dawnine Dyer, Dyer Vineyard – “Like much of Napa Valley, it’s not easy to sum up the 2021 season in the Diamond Mountain District. Yields are low but their level varies. The Mueller family and Andrew Geoffrey picked on Saturday. Mueller reports a fairly normal yield while …
Read More »Applegate Valley Offers Oregon Winegrowers a Quiet Place to Experiment
Grants PASS, Oregon – Applegate Valley in southern Oregon has a lot going on as a region to make great wines. Panoramic natural beauty, however, is not one of them. Unlike the Columbia River Gorge, an area of Oregon with the potential for great wine and far more breathtaking scenery …
Read More »Caroline Styne’s Canned Wine Selections
Caroline Styne is co-owner and wine director of the Lucca restaurant group and wine director of Hollywood Bowl Food & Wine. “There are definitely wines that you wouldn’t want, like good Bordeaux, Cabernet Sauvignon, some Italian red wines, vintage Champagnes and Burgundy,” says Caroline Styne. “These top-of-the-range wines have the …
Read More »Lillooet Winery Celebrates “Unique” Summer | Economic news
To put it mildly, the co-founder of Fort Berens Estate Winery in Lillooet calls this summer “unique”. “Well, last summer there was the pandemic and we fought,” said Rolf de Bruin. “And this summer it was wildfires, smoke, a heat wave and an evacuation alert and the pandemic. It all …
Read More »Moët workers go on strike
Industrial disputes, fantastic auctions and vine dogs – this week’s roundup has something for everyone. It’s been a curious week for the news, with President Biden’s approval ratings plummeting as the Queen finds out what her funeral will look like and no disruption to hostilities between the two sides in …
Read More »Growing global attention for Californian wines
Leading California wines have gained more collector’s attention in the United States and around the world in recent years as prices have continued to climb. Over the past 10 years, California’s share of the global wine trade has grown from 0.1% to 7.1%, making it the largest region in the …
Read More »rare opportunity to be part of a Santa Barbara wine heritage | Citizen’s Journal
SANTA BARBARA COUNTY, CA – Rick Longoria did not enter the wine business with the dream of owning a cellar. What he was looking for was to create the perfect balance of flavors and sensations, inside a delicate glass. Almost five decades later, Longoria has never stopped trying, never forgetting …
Read More »This is why Sonoma County is best visited in the fall
The fall season marks the start of the harvest season in the Sonoma wine country, and it’s one of the most exciting times to visit. Bike rides with views of the fiery fall foliage, grape-stomping competitions, an accordion festival, and learning about winemaking are all reasons to visit Sonoma County, …
Read More »Column: Wines under 30 for the month of August
Six wines from BC Liquor stores on sale this summer In this article, I again bring you my wine recommendations for sale in BC Liquor stores this month. Each month BC Liquor Stores has a different selection of wines for sale, so I usually go through what is on sale …
Read More »Chandon Begins and Celebrates 2021 Napa Valley Harvest Season | Local News
Chandon celebrated its first harvest on August 4, 2021. Chandon Chandon, producer of sparkling wines, has officially claimed the start of the 2021 harvest season. Chief viticulturist Pauline Lhote celebrated her 16th harvest this year, but hasn’t lost sight of the magic of the first pick, even when that magic …
Read More »Oak Knoll Winery and Handcrafted Wine & Spirits Announce Multi-State Distribution Partnership
PORTLAND, Ore., August 3, 2021 / PRNewswire / – An exciting collaboration between Oak Knoll Winery and Handcrafted Wine & Spirits brings together the best wine production and fine wine distribution capacity. Expand Oregon, Kansas and Oklahoma, this partnership strengthens the capacities of both organizations to provide superb wines and …
Read More »BYOG Wine Bar opens in Port Jefferson
“Wine bar” doesn’t begin to describe what’s going on at the newly opened BYOG Wine Bar in Port Jefferson. First of all, it’s self-service. There are five temperature-controlled dispensers, each containing four bottles of wine. Read the descriptions and prices, then tap the machine with an electronic chip card (issued …
Read More »Slowing down the sugar rush to produce better grapes
One of the many challenges that climate change poses to winegrowers is the accelerated rate of ripening of grapes in warmer climates, which can lead to poor color and aroma development. In a new study published in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, researchers at the University of Adelaide …
Read More »Mutiny Wine Room tastings remind us of these simple pleasures
Mutiny Wine Room has opened its doors in January 2020, to the delight of wine lovers and the inhabitants of the Heights. Heck, we thought there was a lot to like about it. Finally, Houston had a wine experience inside the Loop and, for many Heights residents, within walking distance. …
Read More »Good wine is increasingly a sound investment – Robb Report
The number one rule of investing is not to lose money – “buy high, sell low” is rarely the route to financial success. This is, according to one investment strategist, what makes the fine wine market a safe and ideal space for investors looking for stability in their portfolios. “Historical …
Read More »Colorado Wine Industry Gets Support From Wine Legend Warren Winiarski
Napa Valley Wine Legend Warren Winiarski Invests in Colorado Wine and Grape Industries with Grant to CMU / WCCC Viticulture and Oenology Program Warren Winiarski is a man who tends to see the world as a place of unrealized future potential, and his ability to turn potential into reality is …
Read More »Investment in fine wine: An opportunity for Italy?
It has been a long time coming but now we are able to introduce the great POTUS into our weekly column, for at last its tentacles have extended into an area that concerns us directly. As all investment advisors should be, at Amphora we are politically agnostic. As with any …
Read More »The new Hemel-en-Aarde vineyard is looking for investors
A new winery in South Africa, co-founded by the Newton-Johnson family and Roland Preens, offers a ‘unique’ chance to invest in one of Cape Town’s most exciting wine regions, Hemel-en-Aarde. Hemelzicht Vineyards is a new 60 hectare vineyard in the Hemel-en-Aarde Valley and the first in South Africa to offer …
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