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….

I recently had the chance to try non-alcoholic wine. It was lightly acidic and not very sweet. It wasn’t quite like grape juice, but without the sensation of alcohol, it didn’t feel like wine either. The result was an unusual in-between experience. Grape juice goes straight from the fruit to…

The Prisoner Wine Company’s Unshackled range offers three California Central Coast wines aimed at both experienced wine drinkers and newcomers. The collection includes Chardonnay for $17.99, Pinot Noir for $22.99, and Cabernet Sauvignon for $19.99—less than the company’s traditional wines, which generally cost $35.99 to $40. The lineup was created…