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, a self-proclaimed oenophile, or working in the industry.

tea in winemaking
How a Mug of Rooibos Tea May Revolutionize Winemaking

“Where there’s tea, there is hope.” English playwright, Wing Pinero, may have been onto something…

Austrian wine identity
How Winemakers in Austria Are Evolving the Country’s Wine Identity

Compared to other major winemaking regions, Austria sees a small amount of shelf space in…

macerated white wine
Macerated White Wine vs Orange Wine in Friuli Venezia Giulia

In the northeast corner of Italy spans a 3,000 square mile wine region with a…

mindful wine tasting
Mindful Wine Tasting: When Zen and Vino Collide

Tasting wine can often feel intimidating, especially with near-infinite combinations of flavors and expressions. There…

Chinese and Russian wine influence
How Will China and Russia’s Rising Influence Change the Culture of Wine?

The era of American influence in every sphere appears to be on the decline. Globally,…

5 Pioneering Women Who Are Altering the California Winemaking Industry

Wine is an industry that is still very much dominated by men, particularly when it…

Best Performing Wines of 2021
The 5 Best Performing Wines of 2021 (And What to Buy in 2022)

This article is brought to you in partnership with Vinovest Last year was a good…

Oregon grape varieties
Oregon Grape Varieties: How Climate Change Is Pushing Pinot to the Past

When Richard Sommer planted Pinot Noir grapes at HillCrest Vineyard in 1961, the Oregon wine industry became…

Paso Robles wine tasting
Insider’s Guide to 7 Unique Paso Robles Wine Tasting Experiences

Reflecting the same going-rogue attitude as the wines poured in the region are several unique…

Canadian icewine
The 30-Year Climb and Decline of Canadian Icewine

In 1991, a single moment launched the Canadian wine industry onto the global scene. Inniskillin…

grower champagne trend
Champagne’s Wavering Shift from Major Brands to Independent Growers  

Enter into the Champagne section of any wine store, and one is sure to be…

California Wildfire Mitigation
How Grazing Ruminants Are Fighting Wine Country Fires

2020 is a vintage few would choose to repeat. In many ways, it changed everything.…