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South Africa’s wine industry has reported a technically demanding but high-quality 2026 harvest, with producers overcoming climatic extremes to deliver concentrated wines with strong premium potential. Industry bodies said the...

Not all rosé is created equal. Some (even famous ones that you pay a pretty penny for) are just kind of… meh. But others are created with a true purpose,...

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May is officially Michigan Wine Month, and the Lake Michigan Shore Wine Trail is inviting wine lovers to explore the wineries, vineyards and scenic beauty that make Southwest Michigan one...

A total of 770 fraud scams were reported to Livermore police from 2023 to 2025, with nearly half of them coming from people 58 years old and above, according to...

Gay Wine Weekend. (Photo courtesy Out in the Vineyard) Pack your bags and get ready to grab a bottle. Hundreds of wine enthusiasts will travel to Sonoma Valley July 17-19...

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and as wellbeing has propelled to the forefront of many industries—the wine world is no different. The correlation between wine and wellness may appear...

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Shavuot arrives once again as we celebrate Matan Torah, yes, the Torah that also teaches us that simcha is found in wine, and … meat! But we can have cheese...

Shavuot is not just the holiday of cheeses, it is also the money–time of white wines and rosé wines, those that know how to carry an entire evening with elegant...

Folktale Winery is hosting Hacienda’s line dancing nights since Hacienda had to put an end (at least for now) to the boot scootin’ fun following a code compliance notification from...

In 2021, husband-and-wife team Maxx Eichberg and Sidney Finan began growing Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Riesling — grapes that thrive in Michigan’s cool climate — at their 15-acre estate near...

Wine Spectator's James Molesworth chronicles the transformative journey of Bordeaux's Right Bank, highlighting the pioneering roles of garagiste Jean-Luc Thunevin and consulting firm Vignerons Consultants in reshaping winemaking approaches. Join...

On May 13, Lyle Lovett began his three-night engagement, An Evening with Lyle Lovett: Songs & Stories, at City Winery St. Louis — and if early ticket demand is any...

Mother’s Day weekend brought crowds to Purple Star Winery in Benton City, where the winery hosted its annual Mother’s Day Market alongside a wine tasting event. Purple Star Winery has...

UNION CITY, Tenn. — The Adult Leadership Obion County program marked the culmination of another successful year with a graduation ceremony held at White Squirrel Winery & Vineyard. The evening...

Santa Barbara County’s Alma Rosa Winery continues its commitment to mental health advocacy with the return of its “Peace of Mind: 10,000 Steps in the Right Direction” fundraising walk on...

Attention, wine lovers: Ovoka Farm has opened a new winery on its property. Reservations to visit the Manor Home Tasting Room are available starting June 13. Tastings are Saturdays and...

This week Napa Valley’s Opus One unveiled a “dramatic aesthetic change”, which it said would “redefine” the estate and make it more of a “thriving habitat”. CEO Chris Lynch tells...

After helping shape EdgeWild Restaurant & Winery (550 Chesterfield Ctr) into one of Chesterfield’s most eclectic dining destinations, executive chef Aaron Baggett and general manager Mary Beth Lacy are officially...

There are no bad questions in wine. But I was a bit taken aback by a question asked by a young man who found out I write about wine. He...

A six-foot dead seal washed up on Lucy Vincent Beach this week with a fatal wound from what experts believe was a great white shark. Andrew Jacobs, laboratory manager and...

With summer around the corner, spotted lanternflies' eggs are about to hatch across several states. Experts say these bugs are sucking the life out of plants, including the grapevines at...

The Piedmont producer Ceretto added to its hospitality portfolio with Le Brunate, a new restaurant overlooking the renowned Barolo vineyard of the same name. It’s the third restaurant from Ceretto,...

High in the Vayots Dzor province, Armenian grape farmers are reviving an ancient winemaking tradition. They may be helping both rural communities and mountain ecosystems in the process. Across vineyards...

"We must know how to extend the life of vineyards." High in the Vayots Dzor province, Armenian grape farmers are reviving an ancient winemaking tradition. They may be helping both...

Initial UV program reduced fungicide use and increased vine health Autonomous UV robot will reduce soil compaction due to light weight in place of tractor passes May 13, 2026 (Rutherford,...

Clarkdale, Arizona — Yavapai College’s Southwest Wine Center revived a cherished tradition in Clarkdale last month. Winemakers, viticulture experts, and talented students gathered for competition, education, and an energetic exchange...

May 13, 2026 (Louisville, KY) — Watch Hill Proper will host the 4th Annual American Whiskey Festival on Saturday, August 15, 2026, from 5 to 10 p.m. at North Village...

May 13, 2026 (Saint Helena, CA) — Ménage à Trois has always had a sharp instinct for partners who know how to move culture. That continues this Summer with its...

In the magic of iconic hills, a single destination to experience endless sensory journeys—from the land, to tasting, to art May 13, 2026 (Italy) — The stunning hills of Valdobbiadene...

May 13, 2026 (Carlton, OR) — Flâneur Wines announces the addition of two new releases to its 2026 Spring Release, introducing its Aligoté and Pinot Meunier. Sourced from La Belle...

May is North Carolina Wine Month when more than 190 of the state’s wineries come to celebrate with special events and promotions. North Carolina Wine Month gives wine lovers, along...

This bookstore-themed coffee shop is now open in Pompton Plains, serving traditional café drinks and light bites alongside a lineup of creatively themed specialty lattes like the Storyteller, Cozy Chapter,...

Teams from around the world compete in annual ag tech contest organized by UC ANR Innovate, partners May 14, 2026 — The fourth annual Farm Robotics Challenge will announce its...

May 14, 2026 — Father’s Day is the perfect moment to spotlight at-home cocktails for dad, and we have a standout serve that’s equal parts refined and approachable. Meet the...

May 14, 2026 (Lubbock, TX) — Small Lot Bottles, a leader in curated small-format wines, today announced the launch of its new 187ml proprietary glass bottle format, expanding its lineup...

The first regenerative symposium for the wine industry delivers on leadership, community-building, and wine enjoyment. May 13, 2026 (Santa Barbara, CA) — The MINDSET Regeneration & Resilience Symposium (June 8–10,...

May 13, 2026 (Paso Robles, CA) — J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines is celebrating the 25th anniversary of its J. Lohr Paso Robles Wine Center, a landmark destination that has...

Whether it’s about Blue Nuns gliding through vineyards or funky wines that don’t meet market expectations, consumers are always dropping huge hints about where they want to go. Wine trends...

May 14, 2026 (Seattle, WA) — Wine Folly co-founder Madeline Puckette will join an elite roster of wine industry leaders and grape, wine, sensory, and data scientists at the Vine...

May 14, 2026 (Eola-Amity Hills, OR) — The Eola-Amity Hills Winegrowers Association’s 2026 Equinox marked a milestone year, welcoming 270 guests for a vibrant celebration of the region’s 20th Anniversary...

May 14, 2026 (Turin, Italy) — The Consorzio del Vermouth di Torino, which protects and promotes this increasingly sought-after and attractive Piedmontese excellence, is set for a busy May with...

May 13, 2026 (Sacramento, CA) — The California Association of Winegrape Growers (CAWG) has added Megan Bell to its team, joining the association as its Public Affairs and External Communications...

New wine series benefits Woods Humane Society as winery invites the community to celebrate with food, music, and four-legged friends over the Memorial Day weekend. May 14, 2026 (Arroyo Grande,...

May 13, 2026 (Philadelphia, PA) — The Hue Society is proud to announce the 2026 return of the Wine & Culture Fest (WCF), the premier global wine festival dedicated to...

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When Courtney Summers landed an apprenticeship at Silver Oak Cellars through The Veraison Project, it helped the Texas native realize her dream of working in the wine industry. By the...

A new read on the wine sales locally and nationwide suggests the industry still has a ways to turn a corner. The only price segment that eked out growth in...

New Jersey wine growers say they are facing major crop losses after a catastrophic mid-April freeze damaged vineyards across the state. Vineyard owners say dramatic temperature swings last month caused...

May 14, 2026 (Sacramento, CA) — The California Association of Winegrape Growers (CAWG) and Family Winemakers of California (FWC) today announced that AB 1585 (Connolly & Ransom), American Wine Truth...

As we make our way through 2026, CNY Central will shine a light on facets of our community that contribute to an Amazing America. As New York’s Finger Lakes region...

Global wine consumption has plummeted to its lowest level since 1957, following a 2.7% decline last year that brought total volume down to 208 million hectoliters. According to the latest...

In addition to widespread weather losses, production has been curbed by uprooting of vines in response to declining demand Tariffs imposed by the US since last year have added to...

Mendoza is strengthening its strategy to expand wine sales in the United States at a time when global consumption is declining, competition is increasing and profit margins are tightening for...

Wine consumption fell worldwide last year, the industry’s trade body said Tuesday (May 12), amid changing lifestyles and economic pressure on consumers. The International Organisation of Vine and Wine (OIV)...

Walking through Wines Experience London at London’s ExCeL, it quickly became clear this was not simply another wine trade tasting. Visitors moved between lounge tasting pods where producers poured wines...

The OIV’s annual report of the global wine sector confirms another testing year, as tariffs, climate pressures and softer demand continued to shape the market. The global wine sector continued...

Napa Valley, CA & Willamette Valley, OR – May 12, 2026 — Arrive55 announced the expansion of its weekly temperature-controlled pickup service for wineries across both Napa Valley and Oregon’s...

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