Wine Celebrate Italian Wine Week in New York City: A Taste of Italy Awaits! Chris Lehoux, October 2, 2026 Mark your calendars! From October 12 to October 25, New York City will host the inaugural Italian Wine Week, an event organized by the Italian Trade Agency to highlight the exceptional flavors of Italy. This two-week citywide initiative will partner with over 100 top neighborhood retailers, offering a diverse range… Continue Reading
Old Vine Registry Unveiling the Old Vine Registry Seal: A New Standard for Quality Wine Chris Lehoux, October 1, 2026 I often find myself puzzled when picking up a wine bottle labeled with terms like “old vines,” “vieilles vignes,” or “vigna vecchia.” These phrases often lack any clear information about the actual age of the vines or specifics about the vineyards that produced the wine. There is no official regulation… Continue Reading
Wine Unveiling the Unique Wine List: What Sets This Highly Anticipated Bay Area Restaurant Apart Chris Lehoux, October 1, 2026 The Old Post Office, a newly opened restaurant in Burlingame, is making waves with its unique approach to the wine list. Unlike typical wine menus that emphasize regions or varietals, this restaurant highlights the producers themselves, a shift that could spark more engaging conversations about wine among diners. Recent declines… Continue Reading
Wine The Perfect Pairing: Choosing the Best Wine for Classic Beef Bourguignon Chris Lehoux, September 30, 2026 If you’re planning to prepare a classic beef bourguignon but aren’t sure which red wine to use, expert advice suggests opting for a Burgundy made from Pinot Noir. Mawa McQueen, a James Beard and Michelin-nominated chef, emphasizes the importance of choosing a dry red Burgundy, describing it as balanced, earthy,… Continue Reading
Wine Can Wildfire Smoke Affect Wine Quality? Insights from Bordeaux’s 2026 Vintage Chris Lehoux, September 29, 2026 The summer wildfires that swept through parts of France and Spain raised concerns about potential smoke taint affecting the wine produced in these regions. Smoke taint refers to the undesirable smoky or ashy flavors that can develop in wine when grapes are exposed to wildfire smoke. This can happen even… Continue Reading
Happenings Wine News Roundup: Highlights and Insights for the Week of September 27, 2026 Chris Lehoux, September 29, 2026 Hello and welcome to my weekly roundup of the intriguing wine stories I’ve come across online this week. I’ve spent significant time sifting through various articles to bring you the highlights worth your attention. Pinot Noir Just Sang to Me: A Chat with Pinot Pioneer Lane TannerA detailed profile on… Continue Reading
Wine A ‘Sickening’ Issue in California’s Wine Country: Unveiling the Strain on Vineyards and Communities Chris Lehoux, September 28, 2026 We appreciate your presence on our site! As we are an ad-supported platform, we rely on ads for our operation. To continue reading our stories, we kindly ask you to make a small change to your browser settings. Here’s what you can do: If you are using an ad-blocker, please… Continue Reading
Dessert Wine Vinography Unboxed: Highlights from the Week of September 20, 2026 Chris Lehoux, September 27, 2026 Hello and welcome to my weekly exploration of wine samples that have been sent my way. In this edition of Vinography Unboxed, I’m excited to share some highlights from the latest arrivals. Wine Highlights This week, I received a selection from Whitehall Lane in Napa Valley. Their Sauvignon Blanc is… Continue Reading
Wine Unveiling Italy’s Finest: The 10 Legendary Wines You Must Try Chris Lehoux, September 27, 2026 I have gathered some iconic wines that reflect the rich diversity and quality of Italian wine. This selection includes wines made from traditional grape varieties in prestigious regions, using both classic and modern winemaking techniques, along with some innovative wines utilizing foreign varieties. The ten legendary wines introduced here exemplify… Continue Reading
Boutique Wines Exploring the Journey to Exceptional Wine with Eben Sadie Chris Lehoux, September 26, 2026 When a winemaker of Eben Sadie’s caliber shares his insights on creating exceptional wine, it’s a moment worth listening to. Last autumn, I had the incredible opportunity to spend an afternoon at his estate in Swartland, South Africa, accompanied by a group of first-time visitors from Madagascar. Sadie provided an… Continue Reading