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Napa Sauvignon Shows a Winning Hand

Tom Gamble is upping the ante with his Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc.

Meet China's Driving Winemaker

Flying winemakers step aside – Deng Zhongxiang is revealing Ningxia's complex terroir one kilometer at a time.

Sunny Days Ahead for Tuscan Chardonnay

Although Tuscany is not well known for its Chardonnay, what it does produce is becoming a surprise hit.

Winery Replaces Sulfites with Green Tea

For many people, sulfites can be source of allergy and other problems, but what if there was a clean, green alternative?

United They Stand, Divided They Drink

Midwinter in Miami can still call for rosé, in Michigan not so much. When it comes to wine marketing, the US is far from one size fits all.

A Rising Respect for Regional Wines

It is increasingly being recognized that regional wines can act as important – and affordable – gateways for consumers to wine regions and their wines.

Cool Alto Adige Makes Hot Sauvignon Blanc

Hot off the chilled mountain slopes of Alto Adige.

Europe's Vineyards Plagued by Pestilence

Between flooding and bouts of intense heat, conditions were ripe for mildew to sweep through Europe's vineyards.

Big Bottles the Current Big Hitters

When it comes to wine bottles, how much does size matter? Kathleen Willcox finds out.

Where to Next for Washington Wine?

Despite the storm clouds, Washington still has plenty to offer consumers around the world.

Prisoner Wine Man Takes on Whiskey

After creating one of California's most successful wines, Dave Phinney turned to whiskey – and he's changing that, too.

Rum Hits the Sustainability Sweet Spot

Sugarcane is helping rum producers deliver one of the most terroir-driven and green spirits on the market.

Turkey's Old Vines: A Disappearing Delight

Turkey has a long and proud wine history, so why don't we hear more about it?

Barolo Unveils Three of the Best

The first of a trio of superb Barolo vintages is hitting the market, with some treats in store for wine lovers.

Diageo Whisky Set Confounds the Purists

A catch-up with an old friend leads to new whisky horizons for our US editor.

Brian Croser's Chardonnay Dreams

Legendary Australian winemaker Brian Croser explains his Chardonnay through a Riesling lens.

Finding Value in High Demand Regions

As prices for both big names and popular regions continue to soar, what deals can consumers still score?

Leveling Up on Wine Education

Female and BIPOC rising corporate stars are turning to wine education to help break the glass ceiling.

Winemaker Uses Fungus to Fight Drought

A pioneering winemaker is among the first to inoculate her vines in the fight against drought with a particularly helpful fungus.

Why Organic Wine Tastes Better

Organic wine is better for the planet. Is it better for your palate too?

The Changing Face of Figeac

Château Figeac may have changed hands over the years, but its soul is very much intact.

The Champagne Master's Sake

Dom Pérignon's former chef de cave is trying his hand at sake.

Wineries Switch onto Tracking Tech

It's a brave new world when it comes to technology in wine.

Sicily's Grape Renaissance

Sicily's viticultural revival adds just another reason to visit this magnificent island.

Wine Collaborations: the New Mix Tape

How wine collaborations move product, open markets, boost profiles, and do some good in a wicked world.

English Bubbles Ponder the Prosecco Path

England built a reputation on Champagne-style sparkling wines, but could a lurch towards Prosecco derail its progress?