Wine U.S. Pauses Tariffs on Canada Amid Trade Barriers Facing Wineries: An Update Chris Lehoux, February 3, 2025 President Donald J. Trump has decided to temporarily pause plans to impose a 25 percent tariff on goods from Canada, thanks to an agreement with the Canadian government to negotiate for a period of 30 days. This pause comes ahead of the scheduled introduction of these tariffs on February 4…. Continue Reading
Wine CHS Wine + Food: Celebrating the Heart of Our Culinary Community Chris Lehoux, February 3, 2025 As the Charleston Wine + Food Festival gears up for its 20th anniversary, the event continues to celebrate its significant contributions to the culinary landscape of Charleston. This year, it has proudly raised over half a million dollars for culinary scholarships and charitable initiatives, underscoring its role in fostering the… Continue Reading
Wine The Success of the ‘Friends’ Alternate Wine Gathering in Montpellier: Here’s Why It’s a Hit Chris Lehoux, February 2, 2025 Annually, Montpellier in southern France hosts the Millésime Bio, a prestigious wine fair dedicated to organic wines. This event draws over 1,500 exhibitors from 18 countries, celebrated for its strong reputation among wine professionals. Although many rave about Millésime Bio, an alternative event called Le Vin de Mes Amis has… Continue Reading
Press Samples Vinography Unboxed: Highlights from the Week of January 26, 2025 Chris Lehoux, February 2, 2025 This week’s installment of Vinography Unboxed brings a spotlight to several sparkling wines and other exciting offerings from South Africa and California. Beginning with Cap Classique wines from South Africa, a regulated designation requiring traditional production methods, these wines must undergo secondary fermentation in the bottle and age for a… Continue Reading
Wine Masters of Aglianico: Exploring the Faces of Southern Italy’s Iconic Red Wine Grape Chris Lehoux, February 1, 2025 The Aglianico grape, known for its thick skin and natural high tannin levels, thrives in Italy’s southern regions of Basilicata and Campania. It is now recognized in its own right rather than merely as the “Barolo of the South.” The wine produced from Aglianico is not only age-worthy but also… Continue Reading
Wine The 2025 Wine Industry Wake-Up Call: Strategies to Adapt, Innovate, and Seize the Future Chris Lehoux, February 1, 2025 Each year, Rob McMillan, Executive Vice President of Silicon Valley Bank’s wine division, presents a comprehensive report assessing the state of the wine industry. This year’s findings reveal an essential truth: while the wine market is experiencing a shift in demand, it is not facing an outright crisis but rather… Continue Reading
Alder Yarrow Exploring Vinography Images: Capturing the Beauty of Winter Shadows Chris Lehoux, February 1, 2025 Gnarled old vines create striking silhouettes against the afternoon light in Châteauneuf-du-Pape, a region renowned for its high percentage of older vines still yielding quality wine. The winter rains have allowed fresh grasses to sprout, enhancing the visual allure. Vinography shares an image capturing this serene landscape, demonstrating the beauty… Continue Reading
Wine Naples Winter Wine Festival Raises an Impressive $34 Million for Children’s Charities Chris Lehoux, January 31, 2025 In late January, the Naples Winter Wine Festival (NWWF) achieved a remarkable milestone, celebrating its 25th anniversary by raising over $34 million for children’s charities—a new record for the event. This achievement surpassed last year’s total by $1 million, solidifying NWWF’s status as the premier charity wine auction in the… Continue Reading
Wine Introducing the New Online Wine Science and Viticulture Certificate Program! Chris Lehoux, January 31, 2025 A new online program, the Viticulture and Wine Science Certificate Program, has been launched by Texas A&M AgriLife, designed to equip both professionals and enthusiasts with expertise in grapevine cultivation and winemaking. This certificate, supported by Texas A&M AgriLife Research and the Department of Horticultural Sciences, aims to foster careers… Continue Reading
Wine The 2024 Wine Industry Wake-Up Call: Embracing Change for a Sustainable Future Chris Lehoux, January 31, 2025 Each year, Rob McMillan, the Executive Vice President of Silicon Valley Bank’s wine division, releases a highly-regarded report on the state of the wine industry. In his 2024 report, he outlines essential insights about the current market dynamics, asserting that the industry is not in crisis but undergoing a regular… Continue Reading