Category: Wine

The local tourism council’s survey indicated visitor numbers in 2023 nearly matched those seen before the pandemic, with a notable increase in younger and more diverse guests. Last year, over 3.7 million people visited America’s top wine region, as shown by a recent economic analysis. This trend towards younger and…

Shari Gherman has successfully merged her passion for fine wine with philanthropy. As the president and co-founder of the American Fine Wine Competition (AFWC) for over 18 years, she has not only championed the pursuit of premier wines but also raised more than $1 million for various charitable causes, including…

Steve Jacobson achieves a remarkable feat with his third consecutive victory at the Wine Spectator‘s annual reader video contest, attaining “Hall of Fame” status with his latest entry. For the 2024 competition, Jacobson once again secured the top spot with his entry, “I Just Want a Zinfandel“, a creative parody…

A rapidly expanding startup based in Southern California with connections to the North Coast is seizing the challenges faced by the wine industry to aggressively acquire and revitalize direct-to-consumer brands and platforms. The founders aim to overhaul how the wine industry manages DTC operations through their innovative approach. Launched just…

In lieu of journeying to Napa Valley or Valle De Guadalupe, where crowds and costs escalate, consider staying local during the harvest season to indulge in a plethora of wines from California and Mexico. Two upcoming wine festivals will spotlight these fruitful regions. On November 8 and 9, make your…

The Inn at Rancho Santa Fe is designated as the venue for various activities during the upcoming Del Mar Food and Wine Festival. This second installment of the festival includes a series of events that will culminate with the Grand Tasting at the Surf Sports Park in Del Mar on…

Despite their similar pink hues, blush wine and rosé are distinctly different beverages. These differences are attributed to their production methods, origins, and pricing. Rosé is primarily produced using red grapes such as grenache, pinot noir, sangiovese, and sometimes blends that may include mourvèdre or cinsault. The grapes are pressed…

The esteemed Tuscan wine producer Grattamacco proudly presented a vertical tasting of their Super Tuscan red wines, highlighting the elegance of the lesser-known vintages. The lighthouse on Elba Island, situated off the Maremma coast where Bolgheri is located, symbolizes all the enchanting qualities of the Maremma area. In Bolgheri, Tuscany,…

Multiple brands including Clos Pegase, Girard, B.R. Cohn, and Swanson Vineyards were put up for sale. Bill Foley recognizes a valuable opportunity when it presents itself. Shortly after Vintage Wine Estates (VWE) in California declared bankruptcy, more than 20 wineries and labels from the company were poised for new ownership…

A look at vineyards in Piedmonte. While wine tourism has become increasingly popular, many companies or cruise lines offering such services don’t seem to have perfected the experience. The consumer wine trips I’ve encountered have often been underwhelming. I was intrigued to learn more about Sommsation, a new venture under…