Wine

Wine articles explore the world of wine for everyone. It’s a place to come together and learn about the science, winemaking, terminology and passion the drives the industry. Read along whether you’re a beginner enthusiast, a self-proclaimed oenophile or working in the industry.

6 Wineries Celebrating Milestone Anniversaries in 2023

As the wine industry continues to grow and evolve, it’s important to appreciate the history…

Sancerre and Pouilly-Fumé
Differences Between Sancerre and Pouilly-Fumé Explained

One grape from two growing areas is a simple formula that draws endless comparisons. It’s…

A Guide To Sustainable Wine Certifications in the U.S.

Consumers are increasingly environmentally aware, seeking sustainable products in their day-to-day, and their wine-buying habits…

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Pass the Pink: Try Rosé Wine From These Regions for Easter

When clinking glasses to celebrate a holiday, few wines fit the occasion more perfectly than…

Game-Day Food and Wine Pairings from Master Sommelier Evan Goldstein

Some partnerships — Michael Jordan & the Chicago Bulls or Wayne Gretzky & the LA…

VDP Wine Classification System
Understanding the German VDP Wine Classification System

VDP — or Verband Deutscher Prädikatsweingüter — is a group of about 200 German wine producers who…

Italian Red Wine Grapes
10 Popular Italian Red Wine Grapes

Spanning 620 miles (1,000 km), Italy’s size and geographic differences make for a diverse winemaking…

port production
Why Port Production Is Down, but Its Quality Is Up

On any given evening in Portugal, whether in the Douro or 60 miles back the…

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What Is Carbon Sequestration and Why Is It Important for the Wine Industry?

As global warming continues to wreak havoc worldwide, some vineyards consider carbon sequestration an antidote.…

Responsible Valentine’s Gifting: Lux Champagne Without Waste

Does responsibility have to be the opposite of sexiness and luxury? For Champagne, a beverage…

nfl players in the wine industry
Football to Fermentation: Former NFL Players In the Wine Industry

Terry Hoage was a two-time consensus All-American defensive back for the University of Georgia. He…

diversity in wine
Has Diversity in Wine Progressed Since 2020?

The summer of 2020 was a tipping point for diversity in the wine industry. Organizations…