Wine Update: Highlights and Insights for the Week of May 11, 2025

Hello and welcome to this week’s collection of noteworthy wine stories from around the web. Here’s a curated list of the latest in the wine world:

• Wines by the Glass: How Some Restaurants Do It Right, and Why
  An insightful article by Eric Asimov discussing the best practices in offering wines by the glass.

• Gangs Spend £500,000 Faking Wine Bottles and Labels
  Maureen Downey sheds light on the rise of counterfeit wine in the industry.

• What the Trump Tariffs Mean for the US Fine Wine Market
  Jeff Siegel provides his perspective on the implications of tariffs on fine wines.

• Duckhorn Discontinued This Classic Napa Wine Brand. What Will Happen to Its Flashy New Tasting Room?
  Discusses the future of the new tasting room amid changes in production.

• Wine Fraud Rocks Switzerland
  A troubling report on the ramifications of fraudulent practices in the Swiss wine market.

• Napa Valley Winery Owner Pleads Guilty in Federal Tax Fraud Case
  Highlights the legal issues faced by some within the wine community regarding tax fraud.

• A 3-Year-Old Flying in Business Class Was Served a Glass of Wine—And His Mother Is Not Happy
  An unusual incident that raised eyebrows and sparked controversy.

• When Vintage Wine Estates Collapsed, Paula Kornell Paved Her Own Path
  A look at resilience and innovation in the face of adversity in the wine industry.

• Divine Intervention: How Does the Vatican Wine Market Work?
  Explores the unique landscape of the Vatican wine market.

• California Wine Executives Plead Guilty to $360,000 Bribery Scheme
  Investigates unethical practices in the California wine industry.

• Francis Ford Coppola on 50 Years of Winemaking, Trump’s Tariffs, and Why You Can’t Stream Megalopolis Yet
  An interview reflecting on a legendary filmmaker’s journey in the world of wine.

• This Sparkling Wine Is Having a Surprising Comeback—So I Went to Italy to See How It’s Made
  Chronicles the resurgence of sparkling wines like Lambrusco from Italy.

• The Opportunities and Challenges of Making Wine in Volcanic Soil
  Delving into the complexities and unique traits of volcanic terroir.

• Some Winegrowers Say Organic Is Expensive. Others Say That’s ‘A Myth’
  A debate on the cost implications of organic winemaking practices.

Stay tuned for more updates and insights from the fascinating world of wine.

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