Sauvignon Blanc has firmly established itself as New Zealand’s signature grape variety, renowned for its vibrant and refreshing qualities. Originating from France’s Bordeaux region, this green-skinned grape is now cultivated worldwide, showcasing unique expressions depending on its terroir. Typically consumed young, New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc is characterized by robust aromas…

James Laube, the longtime senior editor and Napa bureau chief for Wine Spectator, has passed away at the age of 73 following a brief illness. Over his nearly four-decade career with the magazine, Laube played a pivotal role in elevating both Wine Spectator and the California wine industry to international…

A potential 200% tariff on European Union wines is set to take effect on April 2, putting U.S. wine shops and restaurants that depend on EU imports at risk of significant price hikes and supply disruptions. President Trump’s proposed tariff comes in retaliation for the EU’s tariffs on American steel…

Opus One, one of California’s most esteemed wineries renowned for its pioneering role in the Napa Valley wine scene, has introduced Meghan Zobeck as its new director of winemaking. Zobeck, who previously held the position of winemaker at Burgess Cellars, is stepping into this significant role at the 170-acre Oakville…

A Kansas bishop has raised concerns about a Satanic group allegedly stealing sacred wine and wafers intended for a "Black Mass" planned for the state capitol. Kansas City Catholic Archbishop Joseph Naumann filed a lawsuit against Satanic Grotto leaders Travis Roberts and Michael Stewart in Leavenworth District Court. The archbishop’s…

California’s wine industry is navigating a challenging landscape filled with rising costs, shifting consumption patterns, and environmental stressors, including wildfire smoke and drought conditions. Indigenous to this struggle is the looming prospect of increased tariffs amid escalating trade tensions between the U.S. and Europe. With the recent call for tariffs,…

Restaurateur Stephen Starr has recently reopened the Occidental, a historic restaurant in Washington, D.C., located within the Willard Hotel, just a block from the White House. This establishment has been a dining destination for political leaders since its inception in 1906. After a year and a half of closure due…

Across wine-producing regions in France, Italy, and Spain, a looming threat of a 200% tariff on European wines, including Champagne, has become the primary concern since U.S. President Donald Trump’s recent pronouncement. This potential measure is in direct response to the European Union’s plans to impose a 50% tax on…

Momfluencer Lauren Miller is making waves with her latest parenting trend, which she dubs "wine walks." In a recent social media clip, Lauren and her husband poured themselves a glass of wine and set off on a stroll with their baby in a stroller, proclaiming, “Wine walks in the burbs…