Wine 5 Tips to Identify a Quality Rosé Wine Before You Pop the Cork Chris Lehoux, May 18, 2025 Choosing a quality rosé wine can be challenging, especially given the visual appeal of this wine category. The rosé section in stores is filled with brightly colored bottles, but looks can be deceiving. With prices ranging from $10 to $100, there is little clarity regarding what defines a good bottle… Continue Reading
Press Samples Vinography Unboxed: Highlights from the Week of May 11, 2025 Chris Lehoux, May 18, 2025 Hello and welcome to this week’s overview of intriguing wine samples that have recently arrived for tasting. In this installment of Vinography Unboxed, I’m excited to share some notable bottles from various vintners. This week featured exciting new releases from Raventós i Blanc, a historic sparkling wine producer from Catalunya,… Continue Reading
Alder Yarrow Bursting with Color: A Showcase of Vinography Images Chris Lehoux, May 17, 2025 A vineyard in the picturesque Itata Valley of southern Chile showcases its autumn beauty beneath striking skies. Itata, once the largest wine-producing area in Chile, has remained in the shadows of more prominent regions. However, a surge of young winemakers is revitalizing old family vineyards, breathing new life into this… Continue Reading
Wine New Golf Simulator Business in Naperville Seeks Approval to Serve Beer and Wine Chris Lehoux, May 17, 2025 Golf enthusiasts in Naperville will soon have a new spot to enjoy the game, albeit indoors. Clubhouse540, an upcoming golf simulator business located at 1466 Chicago Ave., is setting the stage for an exciting new experience. Recently gaining approval from the Naperville Liquor Commission, Clubhouse540 is looking to secure additional… Continue Reading
Wine How Pioneers Like Luigi Bosca Elevated Argentinian Malbec to Signature Status Chris Lehoux, May 17, 2025 Bodega Luigi Bosca has played a pivotal role in establishing Malbec as Argentina’s flagship grape. While Malbec was initially brought to Argentina from France in the mid-19th century, it didn’t gain recognition until the 1980s when efforts were made to enhance its quality and reputation. The transformation began with the… Continue Reading
Wine Strategies for Wine Marketers: Recapturing Lost Customers in a Competitive Market Chris Lehoux, May 16, 2025 Wine business experts gathered in Santa Rosa for an industry conference on Wednesday to address the changing landscape of wine consumption and market strategies. Nearly 300 professionals attended the event, which combined market analysis with actionable strategies for adapting to a declining consumption trend. Keynote speaker Chris Bitter, a senior… Continue Reading
Wine Saint Urban’s Journey: From Syracuse to the Heart of New York City Chris Lehoux, May 15, 2025 After nearly two years of anticipation, the acclaimed restaurant Saint Urban has made its move from Syracuse, N.Y., to New York City’s Flatiron District. This transition is led by chef and owner Jared Ian Stafford-Hill in the space that once housed the notable restaurant Veritas, known for its Grand Award…. Continue Reading
Activities &Amp; Events Join Us for the Annual Napa Wine Library Tasting: Sunday, May 18th in Napa! Chris Lehoux, May 15, 2025 The Napa Valley Wine Library Association is hosting its annual wine tasting event on May 18, 2025, at the Louis M. Martini Winery in St. Helena, an activity that promises to be both enjoyable and beneficial for a great literary cause. This association aims to maintain a rich selection of… Continue Reading
Wine Celebrating a Decade with Record-Breaking Wine: The Release of 2015 Alexander Valley Cabernet ‘The Setting’ Chris Lehoux, May 15, 2025 In 2017, a remarkable event shook the wine industry when a 750ml bottle of The Setting, an unheralded wine from California’s Alexander Valley, fetched an astonishing $350,000 at a charity auction. This was the highest price ever paid for a bottle of wine, capturing the attention of collectors worldwide. Fast… Continue Reading
Wine Grower Acquires Wine Brand to Thrive in Challenging Grape Market Chris Lehoux, May 14, 2025 In the midst of a challenging grape market, Kyle and Christina Cameron, both from agricultural backgrounds, have acquired Trecini Winery. This acquisition is a strategic move aimed at providing a stable outlet for their grape production while preserving the legacy of the winery established by the Vicini family. The Camerons,… Continue Reading