Book Reviews Exploring the Terroir: A Review of “The New French Wine” by Jon Bonné Chris Lehoux, May 23, 2025 In the realm of wine journalism, Jon Bonné stands out as a keen observer of the industry’s evolving trends, much like the character Cayce Pollard from William Gibson’s Pattern Recognition. Bonné has made a name for himself as a "coolhunter" for wine, adept at identifying emerging grapes, fresh producers, and… Continue Reading
Wine Ongoing Debate: Should Grocery Stores Be Allowed to Sell Wine? Chris Lehoux, May 22, 2025 Should New Yorkers be allowed to purchase wine at grocery stores? This question is igniting a fierce debate in Albany, particularly among small liquor store owners who claim such a change could be detrimental to their businesses. At Butler’s Wine and Spirits in the Town of Tonawanda, general manager Maddie… Continue Reading
Wine The Price of Pour: 9 Sommeliers Share Their Most Expensive Wine Sales Chris Lehoux, May 22, 2025 It’s always a treat to splurge on a fine wine—whether it’s indulging in an expensive glass after a hard week or savoring a prized bottle during special occasions. For some diners, splurging means spending several thousands on rare wines, and Wine Spectator recently engaged nine sommeliers to reveal the most… Continue Reading
Wine Wednesday Returns with ‘Elderberry Wine’: A Heartfelt Love Song Celebrating Life’s Delicate Balance Chris Lehoux, May 22, 2025 Wednesday, the indie rock band, has returned with a new single titled “Elderberry Wine.” The track features lead vocalist Karly Hartzman, accompanied by MJ Lenderman on guitar and backing vocals, and Xandy Chelmis on lap steel, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere as they dive back into the music scene…. Continue Reading
Wine Reviews Celebrating 30 Years of Littorai: A Legacy of Excellence in Winemaking Chris Lehoux, May 21, 2025 One of California’s renowned winemakers, Ted Lemon, recently celebrated his 30th vintage with Littorai Wines. Alongside his wife Heidi, Lemon has focused on producing exceptional single-vineyard Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and one bottling of Chenin Blanc from their estate on the Sonoma Coast. Their approach emphasizes careful craftsmanship, with most of… Continue Reading
Wine Temecula Valley Balloon & Wine Festival Reveals Exciting Headliners for 2025 Chris Lehoux, May 21, 2025 The 42nd annual Temecula Valley Balloon & Wine Festival is set to take place at Lake Skinner Regional Park from June 20-22, 2025. This year’s event will feature headlining performances by renowned artists including ALABAMA, Cody Jinks, and Walker Hayes. Attendees can look forward to a dynamic lineup of musical… Continue Reading
Happenings Wine News Roundup: Key Reads for the Week of May 18, 2025 Chris Lehoux, May 20, 2025 Hello and welcome to my weekly roundup of interesting wine stories from around the web. Here’s what caught my attention this week: A rosy future for Grenache in AustraliaJancis Robinson highlights some delightful Grenache wines emerging from Australia. Primeurturity in Bordeaux: Should it reconsider en primeur and blending?A discussion on… Continue Reading
Wine Monticello Wine Week: A Celebration of Local Winemakers and Regional Vintages Chris Lehoux, May 19, 2025 Monticello Wine Week is set to take place from June 5 to June 8, showcasing the exceptional wines, winemakers, and vineyards in the Charlottesville area. The week will include a series of events that celebrate the Monticello American Viticultural Area (AVA), covering locations in Charlottesville as well as the counties… Continue Reading
Wine Ron DeSantis Signs Law to Promote ‘Recyclable’ Wine Containers Chris Lehoux, May 19, 2025 Governor Ron DeSantis has officially signed into law a measure that modifies the regulations governing wine packaging in Florida. This legislation, identified as SB 578, allows wine producers within the state to sell their products in recyclable containers, a change from the previous requirement for "reusable" kegs. The impetus for… Continue Reading
Wine Celebrating Local Flavor: The 16th Montrose Wine Festival Unites Businesses and Community Chris Lehoux, May 18, 2025 The streets of Montrose were alive with excitement on Saturday as the town hosted its 16th annual Susquehanna Wine Festival. This lively event, which began as the Montrose Wine and Chocolate Festival, has significantly grown over the years, showcasing a variety of local businesses and offerings. Festival president Tom Follert… Continue Reading