Category: Wine

Napa Valley College is nearing the completion of the Wine Spectator Wine Education Center, funded by a historic $10 million donation from the Wine Spectator Scholarship Foundation. This groundbreaking investment marks the largest contribution ever made to Napa Valley College (NVC) and aims to enhance its Viticulture and Winery Technology…

Tuscan wine dynasty Marchesi de’ Frescobaldi has acquired a minority stake in the esteemed Mount Etna estate Tenute delle Terre Nere located in Sicily. In a brief statement, Frescobaldi announced, “Marco De Grazia and Lamberto Frescobaldi come together once again to reflect on how to carry forward the beautiful project…

Food Memories and Culinary Adventures with Taraji P. Henson Taraji P. Henson shares a nostalgic reflection on her childhood experiences with food, tracing her memories back to her grandparents’ backyard. Growing up in North Carolina and Maryland, she fondly remembers the excitement of breaking open a watermelon, the sweet juice…

Due to the ongoing turmoil surrounding tariffs, a Dallas wine wholesaler has announced its closure, citing a decline in business viability over the past three months as the key factor. The owner expressed concerns about the impact of recent tariff policies, which have made it increasingly difficult to sustain operations….

The Pebble Beach Food & Wine Festival is making its much-anticipated return this year, featuring an array of culinary experiences spanning four days of gourmet events, tastings, and chef appearances. Kicking off on Thursday and running through Sunday, this festival is one of the highlights of the Monterey Peninsula’s food…

You can find yourself reaching for a glass of wine amidst the current uncertainties in the financial markets. However, it’s important to be aware that this indulgence may soon become more expensive. The previously threatened tariffs of 20 percent on all European Union wines and a staggering 30 percent on…

The 14th edition of OperaWine, which serves as the kickoff event for Vinitaly, took place in Verona on April 5 against a backdrop of trade uncertainties. The event featured 131 top wine producers, each showcasing their offerings amidst concerns regarding potential tariffs imposed by the U.S. on European products, specifically…

Last year, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed legislation permitting the sale of larger wine bottles, lifting the previous restriction on commercial sales that capped bottle sizes at one gallon, except for reusable 5.16-gallon containers. Recently, the Florida Senate approved a bill, SB 578, that seeks to further alter wine packaging…

Adam Williams, the owner of Ansley Wine Merchants in Atlanta, is preparing for a challenging situation as new tariffs announced by the Trump administration are set to increase the cost of imported wines and liquors. Starting soon, a 20% tariff on goods from the European Union will significantly raise prices,…

Constellation Brands is significantly restructuring its wine business by selling a portfolio of mostly value-priced wine brands to The Wine Group. This sale involves 12 million cases and includes notable brands like Meiomi, Woodbridge, and Robert Mondavi Private Selection. The transaction, which is pending regulatory approval, is expected to finalize…