Wine Cheers to Christmas: Discover the Flavourful Zest of Poco Vino’s New Single-Serve Wines Chris Lehoux, November 21, 2025 The traditional wine bottle has been transformed with the introduction of Poco Vino, a series of vibrant, mini-sized wines that are set to make a splash this Christmas shopping season. Designed in the Netherlands, these bottles each hold 187ml—equivalent to one glass of wine—and resemble fashionable perfume bottles, making them… Continue Reading
Wine Archer Roose and World Central Kitchen: Popping a Can for a Purpose Chris Lehoux, November 20, 2025 Archer Roose and World Central Kitchen Pop a Can for Purpose With the holiday season approaching, Archer Roose Wines has partnered with José Andrés’ World Central Kitchen (WCK) to help provide meals for those in need. Beginning now and continuing through the end of the year, for every four-pack of… Continue Reading
Wine Sale Pepe Expands Sunday Service and Seasonal Menu; Via! by Sale Pepe Launches Beer and Wine To-Go Options Chris Lehoux, November 20, 2025 The husband-and-wife team behind the Italian restaurants Sale Pepe Pizzeria e Cucina and Via! by Sale Pepe have announced exciting updates for their eateries in Lahaina and Kāʻanapali. Sale Pepe Pizzeria e Cucina is now open on Sundays, offering dinner service every day from 5 to 8:30 PM. Co-owner Qiana… Continue Reading
Wine A Dream Wedding in Wine Country: Luxury Awaits at Montage Healdsburg in Sonoma Chris Lehoux, November 20, 2025 Montage Healdsburg is a luxurious wedding destination nestled among the vines in Sonoma County, California. The property boasts 258 acres of natural beauty, featuring 130 bungalow-style rooms and suites that harmonize with the surrounding vineyards and oak-covered hills. It accommodates various wedding events, from intimate dinners to large receptions. The… Continue Reading
Wine Let’s Toast: Sorrel Wine Gets a Bold Sparkling Makeover! Chris Lehoux, November 19, 2025 When wine and spirits expert Colwin Chester speaks about ACCA Roselë, a unique sparkling wine inspired by sorrel, it’s clear he sees it as more than just a beverage. "This is more than a drink," Chester reflects, viewing it as a cultural bridge that embodies heritage and storytelling through flavor…. Continue Reading
Wine Sonoma County Wines Make Their Mark in Wine Spectator’s Top 100 List Chris Lehoux, November 19, 2025 More than 10,000 wines were carefully assessed to create Wine Spectator’s annual Top 100 list, which features the most exciting selections of the year. Among these, Sonoma County wines made a remarkable impact, with four landing in the top ten and a total of ten making the full list. The… Continue Reading
Wine Holiday Wine Picks: Insights from Denver and Boulder Experts Chris Lehoux, November 19, 2025 As the holiday season approaches, the phenomenon of supermarket wines makes its dreaded appearance. It’s not just about avoiding dry turkey or awkward family conversations; the real horror often comes in the form of predictable bottles like Yellow Tail Chardonnay, which can bring back memories of college headaches and culinary… Continue Reading
Wine Unveiling the Visionary: The Story Behind Our 2025 Wine of the Year in Straight Talk Episode 31 Chris Lehoux, November 18, 2025 Château Giscours’ Alexander Van Beek recently joined James Molesworth on Wine Spectator‘s Straight Talk podcast to discuss his long tenure at the Bordeaux estate and his immediate reaction after it was announced that Giscours had won the title of 2025 Wine of the Year. In the conversation, recorded at the… Continue Reading
Wine ‘Two Up Wine Down’: Celebrating Four Years of Wine and Community in Charlottesville Chris Lehoux, November 17, 2025 The fourth annual Two Up Wine Down event returned to Charlottesville last Saturday, converting the lawn of the Jefferson School City Center into a vibrant afternoon of celebrating Virginia wine, culture, and community connections. Hosted by The Veraison Project and Oenoverse, the event featured curated wine tastings, a DJ, and… Continue Reading
Wine Beware: Tariffs on Holiday Wine are Coming Your Way! Chris Lehoux, November 17, 2025 Bottled wine prices have seen a significant increase, with a nearly 20% rise over the past 25 years and an 8% jump in the last decade, according to recent government data. As the holiday season approaches, consumers face higher prices and potentially limited selections at wine shops due to steep… Continue Reading