Wine Star Wine List Unveils the Best Wine Lists in France for 2025 Chris Lehoux, February 12, 2025 Star Wine List Awards the Best Wine Lists in France for 2025 In a prestigious ceremony during Wine Paris 2025, the international wine guide Star Wine List announced the winners of its Gold Stars, recognizing the best wine lists in France for the second consecutive year. This competition celebrates exceptional… Continue Reading
Wine California Wine Festival Toasts to Elegance in Two Orange County Cities Chris Lehoux, February 12, 2025 The California Wine Festival, renowned for its picturesque coastal wine-tasting events, is set to return to two locations in Orange County this year. The festival’s schedule for 2025 has confirmed dates in Dana Point and Huntington Beach. The two-day celebration honors California winemakers, showcasing wines from across the state alongside… Continue Reading
Wine Top Merlot Wines Recognized at the San Francisco International Wine Competition Chris Lehoux, February 12, 2025 The San Francisco International Wine Competition (SFIWC) has announced the winners for its 2024 wine competition, highlighting five exceptional Merlot wines that have made it to the final rounds. Here’s a quick overview of each wine along with their tasting notes. Merlot, a versatile red grape varietal that originates from… Continue Reading
Wine Reviews This Week in Wine: Highlights and Updates for the Week of February 9, 2025 Chris Lehoux, February 11, 2025 Hello and welcome to this week’s summary of interesting wine-related news. In Memoriam: The wine community mourns the loss of Martine Saunier, the founder of Martine’s Wines, leaving a unique void. California’s Wine Grape Crush: In a significant downturn, California experienced its lightest grape crush in 20 years, with only… Continue Reading
Wine Remembering Martine Saunier: A Trailblazing Wine Importer and Filmmaker Chris Lehoux, February 11, 2025 Martine Saunier, a pioneering wine importer and filmmaker, passed away on February 9 from lung cancer at the age of 91. Renowned for introducing a range of exceptional wines from Burgundy and the Rhône Valley to the U.S. market, she left a significant mark on the wine industry over her… Continue Reading
Wine Cheers to National Pizza Day: Celebrate with a Glass of Red Wine! Chris Lehoux, February 11, 2025 National Pizza Day falls on Super Bowl Sunday this year, making it a perfect opportunity to enjoy pizza while watching the game. Many people typically choose chicken wings, nachos, and chili for their Super Bowl spread, but pizza holds a special place in the lineup. Indulging in pizza is a… Continue Reading
Wine Remembering Martine Saunier: A Pioneer in Wine Importing and Filmmaking Chris Lehoux, February 10, 2025 Martine Saunier, a pioneering wine importer and filmmaker, passed away on February 9 from lung cancer at the age of 91. Known for introducing many fine Burgundy and Rhône wines to American consumers in the 1970s and ’80s, she built a respected import business and later transitioned into producing wine… Continue Reading
Wine Celebrating Creativity: GrantLOVE and J Vineyards Unveil LOVE Wine to Support Women Artists Chris Lehoux, February 10, 2025 When visual artist Alexandra Grant founded grantLOVE in 2008, her mission was to provide essential support for artists often overlooked in American culture. By offering materials, production funding, and stipends, she has been able to empower creators to continue their work. After trademarking her LOVE symbol in 2012, she expanded… Continue Reading
Wine Redefining Wine Culture: A New York Native’s Impact on Williamsburg’s Wine Bars Chris Lehoux, February 10, 2025 Gabriella Mann, a native New Yorker, is transforming the concept of wine bars with her latest venture, BABA on Withers, located in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. This establishment goes beyond the typical wine bar by creating an inclusive environment that fosters genuine interactions in a city known for its fast-paced lifestyle. Drawing… Continue Reading
Press Samples Vinography Unboxed: Highlights from the Week of February 2, 2025 Chris Lehoux, February 9, 2025 Welcome to this week’s edition of Vinography Unboxed, where I share some of the outstanding wines I’ve recently sampled. This week featured an intriguing selection, starting with an exceptional long lees-aged sparkling wine from Haliotide Wines. After an impressive 68 months on the lees, this wine showcases a luxurious texture… Continue Reading