Wine Reviews This Week in Wine News: Highlights and Updates for February 15, 2026 Chris Lehoux, February 18, 2026 Hello and welcome to my weekly recap of wine-related stories from around the web. For those not using Flipboard, here’s the latest wine news I’ve gathered for the week of February 15, 2026. 6 Wineries on the Rise in 2026: An exploration of six contemporary wineries that are gaining recognition… Continue Reading
Wine The Durand: A Worthy Investment to Banish Cork Bits from Your Wine Experience Chris Lehoux, February 18, 2026 If you’re a wine enthusiast with older bottles in your collection, you may have faced the challenge of crumbly corks that can spoil the experience of enjoying a treasured vintage. These compromised corks don’t indicate that the wine is bad, but opening them can be tedious and messy. Nobody wants… Continue Reading
Wine Beyond the Bottle: Exploring the Offerings of Downtown Lafayette’s Premier Wine Shop Chris Lehoux, February 17, 2026 When Wild Child Wines first opened in downtown Lafayette just before the COVID-19 shutdown, it was a modest 600-square-foot wine shop. Six years later, the business has evolved significantly, focusing not only on wine but also on food to enhance the overall experience. Owners Katie and Denny Culbert shared insights… Continue Reading
Wine Exciting New Bookstore-Wine Café to Open in NuLu as Part of Marketplace Expansion Chris Lehoux, February 16, 2026 Louisville is set to welcome a new destination for book lovers and wine enthusiasts alike with the upcoming opening of Yer Mom’s Bookstore & Wine Café in the NuLu Marketplace North development on East Main Street. This unique combination of independent bookstore and wine café is anticipated to open its… Continue Reading
Wine Sip, Savor, and Celebrate: Annual Wine Festival at Casa Larga Vineyards This Saturday! Chris Lehoux, February 15, 2026 On Saturday, wine enthusiasts congregated at Casa Larga Vineyards for the annual New York Ice Wine & Culinary Festival. Guests relished the opportunity to sample a variety of ice wines and other selections from different wineries across New York State. Casa Larga’s ice wine is notably crafted from grapes that… Continue Reading
Press Samples Vinography Unboxed: Highlights from the Week of February 8, 2026 Chris Lehoux, February 15, 2026 Hello and welcome to this week’s edition of Vinography Unboxed, where I explore a selection of wine samples that have recently arrived. This week, I had the pleasure of tasting several wines from Cadre Wines, a project by the Niven Family in the San Luis Obispo Coast. The family has… Continue Reading
Alder Yarrow Exploring Vinography Images: A Journey Through Old and New Perspectives Chris Lehoux, February 14, 2026 Afternoon light casts a warm glow over a neglected vineyard in the Coombsville region of Napa Valley. Here, scraggly old vines coexist with vibrant mustard flowers. Coombsville, situated on the southeast edge of Napa, is characterized by its volcanic soils and breezy conditions fed by the nearby San Pablo Bay…. Continue Reading
Wine Wine and Romance: Perfect Pairings for Your Valentine’s Day Celebration Chris Lehoux, February 14, 2026 SANTA BARBARA, Calif. – As Valentine’s Day approaches, it’s time to think beyond the usual gifts of flowers and chocolates. For those who appreciate a quality beverage, wine makes a fantastic and thoughtful present. Jamie Knee from Petite Wine Traveler appeared on the Morning News to share some expert recommendations… Continue Reading
Wine Paris Wine Show Highlights Rising Popularity of Zero- and Low-Alcohol Beverages Chris Lehoux, February 14, 2026 PARIS (AP) — At a recent wine fair in Paris, the focus was on an emerging trend: zero- and low-alcohol beverages. Justine Bobin, a teetotaler in a country where alcoholic drinks are integral to social life, was among many exploring this new category. She recognizes the common belief that enjoyment… Continue Reading
Wine Paris Wine Show Highlights Rising Demand for Zero- and Low-Alcohol Beverages Chris Lehoux, February 13, 2026 PARIS (AP) — As a French teetotaler, Justine Bobin understands the challenges of abstaining from alcohol in a culture where beverages like wine and beer are deeply integrated into social settings. Despite this, she seeks out zero- and low-alcohol options to enjoy moments with friends while not drinking. Recently, Bobin… Continue Reading