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Peter Dean: First, congratulations on your centenary anniversary. For those unfamiliar with the wines of the region could you provide an overview of the region and its main characteristics? Nicolas...

March 13, 2026 (Novato, CA) — Following the release of the Preliminary 2025 California Grape Crush Report, Turrentine Brokerage, the largest California grape and bulk wine brokerage company, has issued...

This is the second year that Vinexposium has been fully in charge of WBWE. What new momentum have you brought to the event, and where do you see Vinexposium’s added...

How much did the 5 most expensive homes sell for in St. Helena last week?

Brazil increased its total wine imports in 2025, both in value and volume, according to data from Brazilian customs analyzed by the Interprofesional del Vino de España (OIVE). The country...

Wine imports into the United States declined in 2025, according to data from U.S. Customs analyzed by the Spanish Wine Interprofessional Organization (OIVE). The total value of wine imports fell...

Germany increased its total wine imports in 2025 in value by 5.2%, reaching €2.658 billion, according to data from German customs analyzed by the Spanish Wine Interprofessional Organization (OIVE). However,...

California’s wine industry is entering spring with a slightly brighter mood, but the market remains under strain as growers, wineries and bulk wine buyers continue to navigate weak sales, tight...

While wine volumes fall worldwide, buyers and producers at the recent World Bulk Wine Exhibition (WBWE) say the category is gaining strength — buoyed by sourcing flexibility, premiumisation, and shifting...

Belgium’s wine imports fell slightly in value in 2025 even as volumes rose sharply, a sign that lower prices and a shift in product mix reshaped one of Europe’s most...

A proposal in Congress would require wine labels to say more clearly where the grapes were grown and where the wine was made, a change that could affect how American...

Bulk wine is proving to be an increasingly crucial and innovative part of the global wine industry. And its dynamic nature is proving highly attractive to younger professionals, reports Sophie...

Over the past few years, the global wine industry news has been a playlist of emo angst peppered by Hans Zimmer-esque impending doom. Wine consumption is declining and, yes, there’s...

The volume of wine imported into Belgium rose significantly in 2025 compared to the previous year, reaching 321.1m liters (+8.8%). In terms of value, however, the Belgian wine market saw...

Global bulk wine markets remained sluggish through March and into early April as rising fuel prices, volatile weather and weaker consumer confidence added to a slowdown that has already been...

We live in a time of trade wars, where terms like protectionism and tariffs have become not only buzzwords but triggers for alarm, outrage, and partisan bickering. Yet we cannot...

Amid decreasing demand and rising costs, the U.S. and California wine industry have struggled in recent years. But while some in the industry regard President Donald Trump’s tariff policies as...

As a wine lover ready to turn passion into profit, learning how to start a wine business lets you capitalize on a thriving market. At 14%, the US makes up...

It’s hard to find anyone in wine who would describe the past year as easy. Economic uncertainty, premiumization fatigue, health anxiety and intensifying competition from beer, spirits, RTDs and THC...

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Wine industry communicator, Jane Thomson OAM, has authored the Post-CSW70 Insights Report, which gives Australian wine businesses access to new, sector‑specific insights exploring how gender equity can support stronger innovation,...

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here . Winery owner Stuart Spencer estimates that he left about 50 tons of grapes to rot...

The story of DAOU Vineyards is one of outsiders – two Lebanese-born brothers from a non-wine background who used a tech fortune to create a standard-bearer for Paso Robles Bordeaux...

Expert forecasts another tough year: ‘Recovery looks more likely in ’27 or ’28 to me’

A daily drive north through Paso Robles offers a sight unusual to the Central Coast’s defining landscape: acre upon acre of vineyards that have been removed from their soil. “If...

A Birmingham local with experience in the wholesale wine business is sharing his wealth of knowledge with the Magic City through a new subscription service. Founded by Jono Mason, Balance...

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Over the course of the past 40 years – give or take a decade – Sonoma Valley has been lulled into a false sense of security about its economic future....

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January 23, 2026 – We’re definitely in the maelstrom of disaster convergence: geopolitical, economic, social, environmental. You name it. Times are challenging for everybody, especially those in the wine business....

The analysis, which focused on small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs), also shows that on average, increases in UK business costs have outpaced consumer inflation by 11.75 percentage points – putting...

To understand the urgency of a shift to fact-based decision making, we must look at the disconnect between industry gatekeeping and genuine consumer appeal. As I stated in , the...

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A new trade agreement signed with the United States has brought across-the-board losses for exporters of agricultural products from the 27 EU member states, including Portugal.

Talk to any major international wine or spirits producer and they will quickly say how much they want to invest in emerging markets around the world. But just how far...

Inc. 1871 Spirits & Wine is now open at 4496 U.S. 259, Suite 101, just north of Longview. “Longview was founded in 1870, but it was incorporated in 1871,” Lori...

Jesús Mendoza, head oenologist and technical director at Bodegas Remírez de Ganuza features in this year’s Master Winemaker 100 guide. He tells db about bottling terroir, dreams of Australia and...

A St. Helena winery estate with deep roots in Napa Valley history including a stint as the home of the Charles Shaw brand is heading to auction next month after...

Gray-bellied clouds huddled low against the chapparal-covered hills as seven cowgirls – and one cowboy – made our way on horseback up the steep trails of the Fremont Older Open...

WE ARE GEARING UP FOR ANOTHER COLD NIGHT AHEAD. THIS SUDDEN DROP IN OVERNIGHT TEMPERATURES COULD BE TROUBLE FOR PROPERTY OWNERS AND SOME BUSINESSES, AS THE CRITICAL SPRING GROWTH PHASE...

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We are receiving optimistic news from the South African wine industry. It appears that the excellent production conditions of 2025 will continue into 2026. “For the second consecutive season, vineyards...

It is important to relate pest knowledge with that of grapevine phenology, or growth stage, and the current seasonal climate. Pest control starts with correctly identifying the pest — whether...

WESTFIELD, N.Y. — At New York state's oldest estate winery, harvest season is well underway. Third generation farmer Fred Johnson has owned Johnson Estate Winery for almost 30 years, and...

It appears that South Africa may have an excellent wine grape harvest and possibly a good wine season in 2025-26. This would be a welcome development, as the industry has...

After a lifetime in the homemade winemaking business, Lenny Procacci knows this much to be true: Quality is born out of consistency. So it stands to reason that Procacci, 80,...

The Lodi Grape Festival this weekend promises to be as spirited as ever, with wine tastings, live music and more. But make no mistake: These are hard times in wine...

Weisinger’s Family Winery Operations Manager Ian Colbert explains the winemaking process while standing by a tank that will be pressed after going through the first stage of fermentation. (Tony Boom...

In early September, the first wine grapes arrived at the JUSTIN and J. LOHR Wine & Viticulture Center from Cal Poly's Trestle Vineyard for processing. "Harvest is a unique opportunity...

A San Joaquin County wine grape grower had to dump his crop after his grapes were rejected due to their low sugar levels. Brandon Sywassink has been working all year...

WILLCOX, Ariz. (KVOA) - Arizona wine growers cultivated almost 80 varieties of grapes last year, with syrah, grenache and cabernet sauvignon leading production, according to a new Cooperative Extension report...

Every January, I arrive at the Unified Wine & Grape Symposium in Sacramento carrying the weight of an industry in flux (and, in more recent years, in crisis). As a...

More than 2,000 people already have their Saturday plans in place. They'll all be heading to the Lodi Wine Festival in the California city known as the Zinfandel capital of...

The sun lit the golden leaves hinting that autumn was near as the sound of workers' boots could be heard on the dirt-covered road, growing closer to the grand old...

FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) -- The recent rain has not been troublesome for valley winegrape growers. "A little bit of a passing storm through April isn't going to hurt us," Bitter...

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New Bedford Mayor Jon Mitchell, in his recent State of the City address, blamed President Donald Trump's "personal hostility" to the wind industry for what could be the undoing of...

This segment is sponsored by Travelzoo. Chile is one of 6 international spots on Travelzoo's best bets list for 2026 - a must-visit destination! Culinary travel experiences and a slew...

Bookings begin April 20 for tasting experiences in restored stone winery, ahead of July opening. RUTHERFORD, Calif., April 20, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Beaulieu Vineyard today will begin accepting reservations for...