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A renowned winemaker calls New York's Finger Lakes "one of the only cool continental climates in the U.S. for wine-growing" — touting the beauty and benefits of an area that...

Growing up as the son of a true Santa Barbara County wine pioneer like Billy Wathen — who cofounded Foxen Winery with Dick Dore in 1985 — Bingo Wathen was...

This story is from an installment of The Oeno Files, our weekly insider newsletter to the world of fine wine. Sign up here. While modern California winemaking is filled with...

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COTATI, Calif. (KGO) -- Nestled in the hills of Sonoma County is Karah Estate Vineyard, a family-owned winery that's been serving handcrafted wines and warm hospitality for 25 years. Under...

This article was originally published on Feb. 4th, 2026. It appears in the May 31, 2026, issue as “In Memoriam: Pierre Trimbach.” Pierre Trimbach, technical director and elder statesman of...

Winemaker Sam Kaplan is rapidly becoming one of the biggest names in the California wine world, as his Memento Mori, Vida Valiente, Arkenstone and Maxem projects are enjoying a level...

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January 16, 2026 – Heading through the golden bronze-leaved apple orchards of Pleasant Valley Road on a chilly December day, the fading sun seemed to claw its way beyond the...

Port producers Symington Family Estates and Kopke Group are both celebrating 2024 vintage Ports – thanks to the year’s excellent weather conditions which followed several harvests sullied by intense heat...

What’s the difference between talented grape farmers and visionary entrepreneurs? The ‘what next?’ question comes once a winery has reached the pinnacle of success – unanimous critical praise, financially thriving...

Manpreet Dhaliwal, 28, the winemaker at Kismet Estate Winery in Oliver, has been named to BCBusiness magazine's 30 Under 30 Class of 2026. This list is recognition of the best...

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In December, Niagara winemakers Thomas Bachelder and Matt Smith joined Ilya Senchuk in his cellar to blend a pinot noir for a charity auction by Grapes for Humanity, a community...

NAPA — Time and time again, alcohol has derailed Jeffry Hill’s life. In 2015, the former Napa Valley winemaker spent four months in jail for stealing grapes from a competitor....

Change has come again for one of the Rhône’s legendary estates. The Frey family, who have owned the Paul Jaboulet Aîné domaine in Hermitage since 2006, have announced that the...

Akiko Freeman, winemaker and co-founder of Freeman Winery in Sebastopol, will receive the Game Changer Award from the Asia Society of Northern California on April 23 in San Francisco. The...

The chef de cave at Champagne Gosset features in this year’s Master Winemaker 100 guide. He tells db about the impossibility of following a recipe, drinking Champagne at all hours...

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Ah, Burgundy. The faintest mention can elicit a slew of different responses: adoration, for its pure and expressive Pinot Noirs and Chardonnays; fatigue, for its overarching dominance across wine lists;...

A Burgundy-born winemaker blends French tradition with Northern California roots, producing historic wines while building community in the Sacramento region. Example video title will go here for this video Example...

The traveling winemaker: How Kenny Likitprakong built Hobo Wine on gratitude, affordable pours SANTA ROSA, Calif. (KGO) -- Kenny Likitprakong doesn't think of himself as a luxury producer. He thinks...

For 30 minutes in the cellar of wine-hotel Vuglec Breg, Jasminka Šaško is the consummate professional. She gushes over fermentation times and advantages of the champagne method of sparkling production...

In 2017, Oregon winemaker Chase Renton was diagnosed with cancer and underwent chemotherapy. But he says the biggest challenge came once he was better, as his anxiety and depression proved...

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There are winemakers, and then there are wine growers. Ernie Weir insists he is the latter — and after more than five decades in Napa Valley, he has earned the...

The nonprofit environmental group PennEnvironment, and local Berks County elected officials and community members, joined together at Manatawny Creek Winery for a tour of the vineyard’s solar array and to...

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A winery that pioneered solar energy in Berks County was the subject of a recent showcase tour by environmental advocacy group PennEnvironment. Representatives from PennEnvironment and Manatawny Creek Winery, Amity...

Cellardoor announced the move on their Instagram page last Friday. Owners could not be reached immediately to comment on the reasons behind the closure. Cellardoor Winery is based in Lincolnville,...

Just off California’s Highway 50 in El Dorado County, en route to Lake Tahoe, lies a cluster of small farms called Apple Hill. A beloved autumn destination, Apple Hill offers...

LAOTTO — Country Heritage Winery has announced the official lineup for its 2026 Summer Concert Series, bringing a full season of live music, local talent, and vibrant summer energy to...

I’ll be honest… when I first moved up here, “New Hampshire wineries” wasn’t exactly at the top of my list. But then you start digging a little… and suddenly you...

Trefethen Family Vineyards is maintaining its storied legacy with a bevy of crisp, fruit-forward wines from the Oak Knoll District of the Napa Valley, including its signature Chardonnay. At the...

An attorney for the winery owners says the penalties may be among the largest in the U.S. tied to fake legal citations. Example video title will go here for this...

Life is too short to drink bad wine. ARS researchers are helping American grape growers and winemakers save wine grapes impacted by wildfires by finding a natural solution to remove...

VINEYARDS AT DELFINO FARMS WILL HOST ITS THIRD ANNUAL SNOUT TO TAIL DINNER IN EL DORADO COUNTY. THE INTIMATE DINING EXPERIENCE WILL CELEBRATE SUSTAINABLE AGRICULTURE, LOCAL RANCHING AND THOUGHTFULLY PAIRED...

Aperture Cellars is returning with a new vintage of one of its most distinctive projects as founder and winemaker Jesse Katz introduces the latest release of Collage, continuing a concept...

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Why the wine industry’s outward gaze is costing us the next generation of drinkers and what to do about it For decades, the wine industry has told its story the...

Is there a way today to design a “zero-emission” wine production process with no waste? Perhaps we are not yet ready for the “zero” goal, but research is making significant...

COLUMBIA – There are plenty of variables that define the wines of a season: the food, the weather and the prices. And this summer, Columbia wine drinkers are looking for...

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Training professionals capable of combining managerial skills, knowledge of the supply chain, and an international perspective to prepare them for entry into the workforce in the wine industry. Following a...

A new dining destination has opened its doors in Paso Robles. The Anderson Paso opened its doors on April 16, 2026, offering a full-service restaurant and bar experience. Located at...

The acquisition brings together agency, research, and consumer discovery under one roof — and expands Wine Cellar Door’s reach to four new markets April 21, 2026 (London, UK) — 5forests...

Limited-Release Delivers an Expression Where Wheat Meets the Memphis Heat April 21, 2026 (Memphis, TN) — Blue Note Bourbon®, the award-winning whiskey portfolio which is artfully crafted to honor the...

The Board of Directors appoints Alessio Planeta as Sicilia DOC’s new President, marking a significant step forward in the Consorzio’s growth and development. April 21, 2026 (New York, NY) —...

April 21, 2026 (Alexander Valley, CA) — On Saturday, April 18, the Alexander Valley Winegrowers (AVW) hosted “Next Gen Wine 101” as part of the Taste Alexander Valley free tasting...

Why Wine Clubs Aren’t Working, And What’s Replacing Them For many wineries, the biggest challenge today isn’t attracting new customers; it’s keeping the ones they already have. Wine clubs once...

April 21, 2026 — This May, the Savor Quality from Europe campaign returns with a limited series of invitation-only events designed to immerse U.S. trade and media in the authentic...

Second low-interest loan to support vineyard replanting in Livermore Valley’s historic winegrowing region April 21, 2026 (Livermore, CA) — Tri-Valley Conservancy (TVC) announced its second Sponsored Replanting Program loan to...

April 21, 2026 (Livermore, CA) — The Livermore Valley Wine Community will celebrate Livermore Valley Wine Month with a full calendar of tastings, events and special offers throughout May. From...

OREGON, April 21, 2026 — Method Oregon, the nonprofit organization dedicated to elevating Oregon traditional method sparkling wine, today announced the lineup for the final day of its expanded Grand...

Luxury hospitality leader to oversee all aspects of guest experience and direct-to-consumer engagement at the iconic Pritchard Hill estate April 21, 2026 (St. Helena, CA) — Napa Valley’s Chappellet Winery...

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In this WIN Insider interview, George speaks with Lauren Wong, Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Aperture Vineyards & Winery, ahead of the Wine Sales Symposium on May 13th...

AUSTIN, Texas, April 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Weinheimer Group today released the Wine Industry AI Marketing Readiness Report, a study of verified winery owners, operators, and marketing decision-makers examining...