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What Makes Greek Wine So High Quality? - Tasting Table

Greek wines are a hidden gem with unique varietals and rich history, deserving more recognition in the global wine scene.

Get to Know the Lush, Fruity World of Saignee Rose

Saignée rosé offers a fruit-forward taste profile and more color than direct-press rosé, owing to its method of production.
#cabernet-sauvignon

Climate change is coming for your wine

Climate change is impacting the cabernet sauvignon grape variety, altering wine quality and production methods.

Why Napa Valley's Lewis Cellars Should be on Oenophiles' Radar

Lewis Cellars excels at crafting bold, unique wines that provide a sensory experience, achieving acclaim in a competitive Napa Valley market.

Climate change is coming for your wine

Climate change is impacting the cabernet sauvignon grape variety, altering wine quality and production methods.

Why Napa Valley's Lewis Cellars Should be on Oenophiles' Radar

Lewis Cellars excels at crafting bold, unique wines that provide a sensory experience, achieving acclaim in a competitive Napa Valley market.
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The Drinking Culture of the Czech Republic

Czechia showcases a rich drinking culture, celebrated through its historical dominance in beer consumption and evolving appreciation for natural wines.

Wine Is Considered Gluten-Free, But There's A Catch - Tasting Table

Most wines are effectively gluten-free, but some production methods may introduce trace gluten that is often negligible for gluten-sensitive individuals.
#viticulture

Move Over, Willamette: Southern Oregon Pinot Noir Is Taking the Stage

Southern Oregon’s AVA is gaining recognition for Pinot Noir production, with over 40% of planted acreage dedicated to this grape.

How climate change is putting pressure on the French wine industry

French wine makers anticipate a significant short supply of the 2024 harvest due to extreme weather and disease impact.

mix of local sands crafts wine storehouse's lime plaster exterior by carmen maurice in france

Carmen Maurice Architecture revitalizes local viticulture with a contemporary wine cellar design that harmonizes with the landscape and preserves tradition.

Les Domaines Paul Mas: Rural Luxury in Languedoc

Jean-Claude Mas aims to revive Languedoc wines while respecting the land and its traditions.

Move Over, Willamette: Southern Oregon Pinot Noir Is Taking the Stage

Southern Oregon’s AVA is gaining recognition for Pinot Noir production, with over 40% of planted acreage dedicated to this grape.

How climate change is putting pressure on the French wine industry

French wine makers anticipate a significant short supply of the 2024 harvest due to extreme weather and disease impact.

mix of local sands crafts wine storehouse's lime plaster exterior by carmen maurice in france

Carmen Maurice Architecture revitalizes local viticulture with a contemporary wine cellar design that harmonizes with the landscape and preserves tradition.

Les Domaines Paul Mas: Rural Luxury in Languedoc

Jean-Claude Mas aims to revive Languedoc wines while respecting the land and its traditions.
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#climate-change

The surprising reason white wine is now more popular than red

Gaja estate is shifting focus to white wines in response to climate change and the growing global popularity of lower-alcohol options.

UK winemaker Chapel Down considers raising cash or sale as trade sparkles

Chapel Down, Britain's biggest wine producer, explores raising funds and potential sale to fuel expansion in a rapidly growing industry impacted by climate change and tax benefits.

Que Syrah, Syrah: 11 Seductive Bottles to Try Right Now

Syrah's reputation suffered but skilled producers can create top-quality wines. Climate change impacts flavor diversity making Syrahs juicy and attractive. Aging Syrahs can develop into spicy, meaty wines.

Large English vineyards mark boom year as output and investment soars

The largest English vineyards experienced a 15% revenue increase due to investor response to the climate crisis.

The future could be bright for Irish wine as long as climate change warms up its cool climate

Climate change is creating new opportunities for Irish winemakers by warming temperatures, which may allow for better wine production.

Climate change is coming for your wine, study warns

Wine-growing regions at risk with 2°C temperature rise
UK and emerging regions to benefit from global warming

The surprising reason white wine is now more popular than red

Gaja estate is shifting focus to white wines in response to climate change and the growing global popularity of lower-alcohol options.

UK winemaker Chapel Down considers raising cash or sale as trade sparkles

Chapel Down, Britain's biggest wine producer, explores raising funds and potential sale to fuel expansion in a rapidly growing industry impacted by climate change and tax benefits.

Que Syrah, Syrah: 11 Seductive Bottles to Try Right Now

Syrah's reputation suffered but skilled producers can create top-quality wines. Climate change impacts flavor diversity making Syrahs juicy and attractive. Aging Syrahs can develop into spicy, meaty wines.

Large English vineyards mark boom year as output and investment soars

The largest English vineyards experienced a 15% revenue increase due to investor response to the climate crisis.

The future could be bright for Irish wine as long as climate change warms up its cool climate

Climate change is creating new opportunities for Irish winemakers by warming temperatures, which may allow for better wine production.

Climate change is coming for your wine, study warns

Wine-growing regions at risk with 2°C temperature rise
UK and emerging regions to benefit from global warming
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Sluggish sales leave Portugal's iconic wine producers grappling with sour grapes

Declining consumer interest in port wine has significantly impacted traditional grape growers in Portugal's Douro Valley.
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In the Sprawling Lake Erie AVA, Variety Is the Spice of Life

Lake Erie AVA is a historic wine-producing region with diverse grape varieties and styles.
Ancient glacial soils, moderating effects of Lake Erie, and favorable winds contribute to successful grape growing in Lake Erie AVA.

Is Blush Wine The Same As Rose? - Tasting Table

Rosé wines have transitioned from being seen as sweet, inferior drinks to becoming widely accepted and appreciated in mainstream culture.

This New York-Bred Hybrid Grape Packs a Big Personality

Cayuga grape is highly valued by winemakers for its versatility, high yields, early ripening, and flavor profile, making it a favored choice for white wine blends.

In the Sprawling Lake Erie AVA, Variety Is the Spice of Life

Lake Erie AVA is a historic wine-producing region with diverse grape varieties and styles.
Ancient glacial soils, moderating effects of Lake Erie, and favorable winds contribute to successful grape growing in Lake Erie AVA.

Is Blush Wine The Same As Rose? - Tasting Table

Rosé wines have transitioned from being seen as sweet, inferior drinks to becoming widely accepted and appreciated in mainstream culture.

This New York-Bred Hybrid Grape Packs a Big Personality

Cayuga grape is highly valued by winemakers for its versatility, high yields, early ripening, and flavor profile, making it a favored choice for white wine blends.
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Pretty in Pink: The Best Rose Champagnes at Every Price Point

Rosé Champagne's popularity has surged, with production ramping up from 3.14% to 10% over two decades.

French champagne producers are offering workers physical therapy and stretching classes

Champagne producers are implementing measures to protect seasonal workers and improve conditions following a scandal involving migrant labor violations and worker fatalities.

Italy set to regain its spot as world's largest wine producer-overtaking France

Italy will become the largest wine producer in 2024, with a projected recovery despite weather challenges.
France's wine production is declining significantly due to adverse weather conditions.

Barbera d'Asti

Barbera d'Asti is a historic and prestigious wine, recognized for its complex flavors and significant regional importance in Piedmont.
#sparkling-wine

The Willamette Valley Has Become a Bubbles Powerhouse

Sparkling wine production in the Willamette Valley has seen significant growth, with more producers joining the market due to increased accessibility to specialized equipment.

Prosecco Vs Secco: What's The Difference Between These Wines? - Tasting Table

Prosecco and secco are distinct types of sparkling wine with different origins and production methods, despite their similar names.

All About Cava: Everything to Know About Spain's Signature Sparkling Wine

Cava is a premium Spanish sparkling wine, historically rooted in traditional methods and native grapes, now focusing on quality while remaining affordable.

The Willamette Valley Has Become a Bubbles Powerhouse

Sparkling wine production in the Willamette Valley has seen significant growth, with more producers joining the market due to increased accessibility to specialized equipment.

Prosecco Vs Secco: What's The Difference Between These Wines? - Tasting Table

Prosecco and secco are distinct types of sparkling wine with different origins and production methods, despite their similar names.

All About Cava: Everything to Know About Spain's Signature Sparkling Wine

Cava is a premium Spanish sparkling wine, historically rooted in traditional methods and native grapes, now focusing on quality while remaining affordable.
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In Thailand, Tropical Wine Is Ready for Its Close-Up

GranMonte winery in Thailand showcases that tropical climates can yield excellent wines like Grenache and rosés.
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The Best Argentine Malbec Wines to Buy Right Now

Malbec is grown extensively in Argentina, showcasing diverse styles from warm, high-altitude regions to cooler, low-altitude areas.

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Mendoza is a key wine-producing region in Argentina, known for its Malbec and influenced by its unique geography and climate.

The Best Argentine Malbec Wines to Buy Right Now

Malbec is grown extensively in Argentina, showcasing diverse styles from warm, high-altitude regions to cooler, low-altitude areas.

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Mendoza is a key wine-producing region in Argentina, known for its Malbec and influenced by its unique geography and climate.
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#italian-wine

The Best Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Wines to Drink Right Now

Montepulciano d'Abruzzo's quality has significantly improved in recent years, attracting investment and resulting in more complex wines showcasing the region's terroir.

Soave summer: refreshing Italian wines

Soave wines from the Veneto, especially Inama, showcase the region's potential for quality and expression, defying the snobbery associated with ordinary Italian wines.

The Best Montepulciano d'Abruzzo Wines to Drink Right Now

Montepulciano d'Abruzzo's quality has significantly improved in recent years, attracting investment and resulting in more complex wines showcasing the region's terroir.

Soave summer: refreshing Italian wines

Soave wines from the Veneto, especially Inama, showcase the region's potential for quality and expression, defying the snobbery associated with ordinary Italian wines.
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Napa Valley's Signorello Estate Opens the Winery of the Future

Subterranean wineries, like Signorello's, offer a sustainable solution to the increasing wildfire threats in Napa Valley.

Why Your Canned Wine Smells Like Rotten Eggs - Tasting Table

Canned wine may develop a sulfuric aroma due to the reaction between aluminum in the can and sulfur dioxide, showcasing the need for improved can linings and sulfur dioxide regulation.

10 Wines From California, $20 to $40, to Drink Right Now

California wines under $20 may not always match the quality of wines from other regions, leading to a preference for diverse and relatively inexpensive European wines.

Is Cowichan Valley Canada's Next Great Wine Country?

Vancouver Island's Cowichan Valley produces high-quality under-the-radar wines, gaining recognition through geographical indication.
Jackson Family Wines' acquisitions in Cowichan Valley are spotlighting the region on a global scale and enhancing its reputation.

Inside Franciacorta, Italy's next bubbly vinicultural destination

Franciacorta specializes in complex sparkling wines with longer aging than Prosecco, formed in an idyllic microclimate ideal for wine production.

It's Time to Hop on the Barolo Train

Barolo wines are renowned for complexity, firm texture, and ability to improve with age.

For the Best Nonalcoholic Wines, Look to Deutschland

Interest in nonalcoholic wines is increasing, with Germany leading in producing high-quality nonalcoholic wines for over a century.
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Burgundy Taste on a Beer Budget: 7 Affordable Bottles to Buy Right Now

Burgundy wine from France holds a variety of flavors and styles in a small geographical area, highly sought after globally for its unique qualities.

In California, Pinot Noir Wears Many Faces

High-end Pinot Noir is produced in relatively few places due to its finicky nature and specific climate requirements.

What Makes Pinot Noir Pinot Noir?

Pinot Noir is a delicate grape that thrives in cool climates but is prone to various risks, requiring careful viticulture and winemaking practices.
Pinot Noir's primary characteristics include red and black fruit aromas and flavors influenced by its growing location, showcasing a wide range of nuances.

Beyond Burgundy: more affordable pinot noirs

Good pinot noir is often expensive due to fussy growing conditions, requiring specific soils, climates, and a delicate winemaking process.

Burgundy Taste on a Beer Budget: 7 Affordable Bottles to Buy Right Now

Burgundy wine from France holds a variety of flavors and styles in a small geographical area, highly sought after globally for its unique qualities.

In California, Pinot Noir Wears Many Faces

High-end Pinot Noir is produced in relatively few places due to its finicky nature and specific climate requirements.

What Makes Pinot Noir Pinot Noir?

Pinot Noir is a delicate grape that thrives in cool climates but is prone to various risks, requiring careful viticulture and winemaking practices.
Pinot Noir's primary characteristics include red and black fruit aromas and flavors influenced by its growing location, showcasing a wide range of nuances.

Beyond Burgundy: more affordable pinot noirs

Good pinot noir is often expensive due to fussy growing conditions, requiring specific soils, climates, and a delicate winemaking process.
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Could Livermore Valley be the new Bay Area destination for cabernet franc?

Livermore Valley aims to be a global cabernet franc destination, with an increase in wineries producing cab franc thanks to favorable terroir.
Cabernet franc grape grows exceptionally well in Livermore, producing balanced fruit with lighter wine than cabernet sauvignon due to wind effects.

There's No Better Time to Try Tannat

Tannat, once a blending grape, now shines as a single-varietal wine with Uruguay earning the reputation as a Tannat powerhouse.

What Makes a Private-Label Wine?

Private-label wines are increasingly popular in stores, often unnoticed by average drinkers, with some being produced by top wineries exclusively for retailers.

Bottles with a seal of approval

Great wine is made in the vineyard, not the winery, shift towards quality ingredients over flashy skills in winemaking.
Importance of master-craftspeople in fields like pruning and vine nursery for the wine production process.

Blanc du Bois is the Unofficial Wine Grape of Texas. Here's Why.

Blanc du Bois is an American grape variety created in 1968 for its resistance to Pierce's disease.
Texas became the Blanc du Bois capital of America by the mid-2000s, embracing the grape for its fruit-forward and versatile characteristics.

Rachel Roddy's recipe for spaghetti with red wine and onions | A kitchen in Rome

The Via Appia Antica, a historic road in Rome, was built in 312BC and was used to transport troops and goods. Sections of the ancient road are still important routes today.
The Castelli Romani region at the foot of the Alban hills in Rome is known for producing white and red wines, including cesanese, a grape indigenous to the Lazio region.

Roman wine was slightly SPICY with aromas of toasted bread and walnuts

Roman wine had a slightly spicy flavor with aromas of toasted bread and walnuts.
The shape and storage of the clay jars, called dolia, influenced the taste of Roman wine.

Great Britain Just Had Its Largest Ever Wine Vintage. The Implications Could Be Huge.

The 2023 season in Great Britain has seen a record-breaking harvest of 20 to 22 million bottles of wine, a 50% increase from the previous record in 2018.
Several factors contributed to this growth, including favorable weather conditions and an increase in vine plantings.
The increase in vine plantings can be attributed to both domestic and international producers.

The Italian Prison Where Wine Changes Lives

Gorgona, a prison farm off Italy's Ligurian coast, has become one of Marchesi Frescobaldi's most notable projects.
The island's unique blend of Ansonica and Vermentino grape wines demonstrated great potential, despite being made by an untrained winemaker forbidden from drinking.

How politics affects the wine we drink

Legislative decisions, such as pegging duty to alcoholic strength, impact wine producers and consumers by influencing pricing and wine styles.

Picpoul de Pinet and the Ormarine Effect

Experience the unique marine terroir and fresh wines of Étang du Thau in Languedoc through Picpoul de Pinet.

The rise and rise of English wines

English wines are improving in quality, with unique varieties like orange wine available, best found in the drier east of the UK.

Inside the Ohio River Valley AVA, One of America's Oldest Growing Regions

Ohio River Valley was once the largest AVA in the U.S. but was surpassed by the Upper Mississippi Valley AVA in 2013.
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