Category: Wine

Anyone who enjoys a glass of red wine knows that spills can lead to stubborn stains on clothing, making them seem nearly impossible to remove. In particular, red wine’s deep hue and the tannins that help it taste the way it does make it exceptionally good at bonding with fabrics,…

Costco’s wine Advent calendar, the Wine Advent-ure, is a popular holiday item featuring 24 half-bottles of wine for $99.99. Each bottle, at 375 mL, offers a variety of wines from around the world, including Italian Ripasso and Hungarian Gruner Veltliner. This unique calendar is highly sought after, often selling out…

The Lodi Wine Region in California has introduced an innovative ‘No Reservations’ policy for wine tasting to enhance accessibility for visitors. This initiative comes at a time when many wine regions across the U.S. are struggling with declines in wine tourism. The aim is to foster a welcoming environment where…

The owners of Somm Cellars Wine & Spirits have recently unveiled Café Vivant in Menlo Park, California, marking their first restaurant venture after years of planning. Located an hour south of San Francisco, Café Vivant features an extensive wine list of over 3,000 bottles and aims to serve as a…

It’s my favorite time of year once again—fall is here! With leaves turning and sweaters coming out, I start to crave the seasonal flavors, diving into both my cooking and my drinks. While I enjoy bright, citrusy white wines in the summer, the cooler temperatures of fall beckon a deeper…

Hamel Family Wines in Sonoma is set to host a unique stargazing event this fall, featuring renowned astronomer Dan Gordon and his high-powered telescope to guide participants through the cosmos. This experience, scheduled for November 7 and December 12 from 6 to 8 PM, emphasizes the vineyard’s commitment to biodynamic…

The 44th annual New York Wine Experience took place from October 16-18, 2025, at the New York Marriott Marquis in Times Square, showcasing the power of wine to unite people across the globe in times of division. The event brought together over 4,000 guests, including wine consumers, winemakers, sommeliers, restaurateurs,…

When it comes to opening a wine bottle, many of us might encounter a foil or wax capsule at the top. Understanding how to properly slice these coverings can enhance the wine-drinking experience and ensure a smooth pour. The Foil Capsule Most wine bottles come with a foil cap, or…

Jen Pelka, the founder of Une Femme Wines, envisioned transforming the typical wine tasting experience into something unique—a pool club in Sonoma, where visitors could sip sparkling wine by the water with stunning vineyard views. To make this idea a reality, she sought nearly $7 million from investors, secured the…

NAIROBI, Kenya (RNS) — Amidst discussions on raising the legal drinking age in Kenya from 18 to 21 as part of a new national policy on drugs and alcohol, there’s an intriguing twist. A new brand of South African wine, traditionally used by Catholic churches for Communion, has now become…