The future of Mission Bell Winery in Madera is uncertain as it prepares for layoffs after losing its contract with Gallo Winery for producing boxed wine, specifically the Black Box brand. This winery, established in 1919 by Krikor Arakelian, has historically been a key player in the San Joaquin Valley’s…

The recent acquisition of Ste. Michelle Wine Estates (SMWE) by the Wyckoff family has prompted questions about the future of the Washington wine industry. SMWE, the state’s oldest and largest winery, has faced ongoing challenges, particularly after being sold by private equity firm Sycamore Partners to the Wyckoffs in December….

Red wine has enjoyed a reputation as a healthful choice, largely due to the concept of the "French paradox," which emerged in the 1980s. This paradox highlighted the seemingly contradictory idea that French people, who consume high amounts of saturated fats, experience lower rates of heart disease compared to populations…

Healdsburg is set to kick off the 2026 International White Wine Festival with a series of preview tastings featuring Anderson Valley winemakers. These events will take place from mid-January until February 6, hosted by the Anderson Valley Winegrowers Association in collaboration with Stay Healdsburg. The tastings will bring spotlight on…

France’s renowned wine regions experienced a warm July last year, but a significant challenge emerged for organic grape growers. On July 15, 2025, the national health agency ANSES (Agence nationale de sécurité sanitaire) revoked the market authorization for 19 copper-based fungicides used to combat downy mildew. As of January 15,…

If you have an opened bottle of wine and are wondering if it’s still good to drink, it’s important to understand that while it may not make you sick, its taste can deteriorate significantly over time. Wine exposed to air for an extended period loses its bright flavors and aromas,…

Archaeologists have uncovered insights into the taste preferences of ancient Romans regarding their prized beverage, wine. Through comparative analysis of ancient dolia—clay containers used for winemaking in Roman times—researchers Dimitri Van Limbergen from Ghent University and Paulina Komar from the University of Warsaw have shed light on how wine was…

Young Australian comedians Sweeney Preston and Ethan Cavanagh recently touched down in Fort Lauderdale to launch their show, "In Pour Taste: A Comedy Wine Tasting Experience," at the Broward Center for the Performing Arts. Escaping the sweltering heat of their hometown Melbourne, where temperatures exceeded 110 degrees, they found hilarity…