Boxed wine has undergone a transformation, shedding its stigma as a low-quality option. Experts argue that boxed wine can be a viable alternative to traditional bottled wine, especially for everyday consumption. Beverage professionals, including Cody and Camille Goldstein, Adam Lapierre, and Luis Rojas, emphasize that the evolution of boxed wine…

Flora Springs Wine Lounge Opens in Napa Flora Springs has announced the debut of the Flora Springs Wine Lounge, a sophisticated new venue located in the historic Gordon Building on First Street, downtown Napa. This new establishment, envisioned by proprietors Gina Gallo-Boisset and Jean-Charles Boisset, blends wine, design, and hospitality,…

Argea Joins Stronger Together: A Commitment to Sustainability in the Italian Wine Industry March 17, 2026 (Milan, Italy) — Argea has made a significant move by joining the Stronger Together Italia programme, becoming the first private wine company in Italy to support this initiative. The programme is developed by the…

The Food & Wine Classic in Aspen is set to return from June 19 to 21, 2026, boasting over 80 events and featuring more than 60 renowned chefs and beverage experts, including notable figures like Bobby Flay and Maneet Chauhan. This three-day event promises to be a culinary extravaganza, featuring…

For Gary and Ellen Luchtel, the owners of Fortunati Vineyards, winning a prestigious award at the North Coast Wine Challenge was nothing short of transformative. Their 2021 Cabernet Sauvignon triumphed over more than 1,100 entries to clinch the title of "Best of the Best." Located in Napa Valley, Fortunati Vineyard…

The 3rd Annual Alternative Tastes Wine Festival is scheduled for Saturday, March 28, at the Pavilion on the Lake in Atascadero, showcasing rare and hard-to-find grape varieties from California winemakers. This year’s event is organized by Scott and Denise Schramm from Crush Vineyard in Paso Robles, focusing on wines made…

Union leaders and small wine and liquor store representatives are calling on Governor Kathy Hochul to block a new piece of legislation that would permit grocery stores in New York to sell wine. The United Food and Commercial Workers (UFCW) and the Metropolitan Package Store Association argue that the proposed…