Wine glass shape, size, and material can influence how a wine smells and tastes. A suitable glass gives aromas room to gather, helps wine meet the palate as intended, and can make even an affordable bottle more enjoyable. Sommeliers say you don’t need an elaborate collection—just avoid a few common…

Several wines from Washington’s Columbia Valley have earned places on Wine Enthusiast’s 2026 Top 100 Cellar Selections, a list of bottles recommended for aging. The Columbia Valley AVA, which spans central and southern Washington and includes areas such as Yakima, Prosser, Red Mountain and Walla Walla, is the state’s largest…

A restaurant’s by-the-glass wine pour can look smaller than expected, especially when the glass costs more than $25. But sommeliers say appearance alone isn’t a reliable measure—and a short-looking pour usually isn’t deliberate. Restaurant staff work in dim lighting and often serve quickly, while different glasses can make the same…

An opened bottle of wine generally stays enjoyable for about three to four days in the refrigerator, though the exact window depends on the wine and how it’s stored. It usually doesn’t become dangerous to drink; instead, oxygen gradually dulls its freshness and can make it smell or taste vinegary….

Wine branding is far older than modern marketing. In ancient Rome, amphorae were marked with details such as a wine’s origin and intended recipient, and taverns advertised wines at different prices. Although many early producers have vanished, several historic names have survived wars, economic crises, changing tastes, and other upheavals….

Vinitaly.USA opened in New York City on October 26, bringing together 300 exhibitors and 2,500 Italian wine labels at Pier 36. Organized by Veronafiere with the Italian Trade Agency, the two-day event is intended to help Italian producers expand their reach in the U.S. market. The United States already has…

Napa Valley’s wine industry is facing serious headwinds. Growers are struggling to sell grapes, some wineries have filed for bankruptcy, and farmers are replacing vines with crops such as olives, pistachios, and agave. Yet a handful of recent investments suggest that some owners are choosing to expand rather than retreat….