Category: Wine

Burgundy’s charity auction, the Hospices de Beaune, had an impressive outcome this year despite facing a challenging vintage. On November 17, the 164th edition raised $15.2 million to support the Hospices Civils de Beaune hospital network, marking its fourth year organized by Sotheby’s. This year’s auction saw celebrities like Eva…

If you’re venturing into the world of wine for the first time or simply searching for a great bottle without emptying your wallet, you’re in the right place. Contrary to popular belief, you don’t have to spend a fortune to enjoy delicious wine. With the right knowledge, you can find…

Fresh victories in the realm of government transparency have illuminated some fascinating details about the UK’s Government Hospitality Wine Cellar (GHWC). Following a successful Freedom of Information (FOI) request, the Information Commissioner’s Office has revealed key information regarding the cellar’s operation and inventory. The GHWC, located in Lancaster House and…

The Piedmont region in northwestern Italy is famously known for its dry red wines like Barolo, Barbaresco, Barbera, and Dolcetto, as well as the low alcohol sweet sparkling white wine, Moscato. However, it is also noted for producing dry sparkling wines with a rich history. In the early 1600s, Giovanni…

A new bar has opened its doors in the Creston neighborhood of Grand Rapids, showcasing a unique concept that blends natural wine with freshly cut flowers. Good Good Good Natural Wine and Flowers, founded by local entrepreneurs Jon Benedict, Kyle Warren, and Samantha Keuning-Warren, made its debut at 1590 Plainfield…

An overnight burglary recently occurred at Dominion Wine and Beer in Falls Church, resulting in the theft of approximately $3,000 worth of wine. The suspect allegedly spent several hours gaining entry to the store, starting by smashing a window. Following this, they cut a hole in a wine cabinet and…

Over a span of 15 years, Denzel Washington struggled with alcoholism, consuming up to two bottles of wine each day. In a recent interview with Esquire, the 69-year-old actor reflected on his excessive drinking, which he admitted "did a lot of damage" to his health. Washington shared that the habit…

After wrapping up a sold-out show in Santa Rosa, comedian Fortune Feimster enjoyed a weekend getaway in Napa Valley. She shared moments from her trip with her 1 million Instagram followers, highlighting her performance on Saturday at the Luther Burbank Center for the Arts as part of her “Live, Laugh,…

Belia Ramos, a Napa County supervisor, has found herself embroiled in a severe power struggle with members of the local wine industry. What started as a minor disagreement about policy escalated into a deeply personal conflict characterized by harassment, public scrutiny, and blame, particularly following the tragic suicide of a…

It was an extraordinary night at the Emeril Lagasse Foundation’s Carnivale du Vin on November 16, where the lot titled “Chef Charlie Trotter’s Legacy,” featuring a remarkable bottle of Château Margaux 1900, stole the show. This notable wine came from Trotter’s personal collection, donated by his widow, Rochelle. Trotter once…