An intruder caused an estimated $2.7 million wine loss in the cellars of Spain’s Cepa 21; meanwhile, in Washington state, a suspect accused of targeting Sparkman Cellars was apprehended by authorities. A perpetrator was caught causing $2.7 million worth of damage in the cellars of Spain’s Cepa 21. They opened…

Dr. Laura Catena of Catena Wines Dr. Laura Catena, a fourth-generation winemaker at Argentina’s Catena Wines, suggests that it might not be a straightforward decision for eco-pioneers to commit to international wine sustainability agreements. Despite their simplistic ideals, the implementation of these accords often proves complex, ranging from technical conundrums…

Amen to Len Foxwell’s recent letter in The Baltimore Sun supporting the sale of beer and wine in Maryland grocery stores (“Let Maryland groceries sell beer and wine — finally,” Feb. 22). As he suggests, the only possible reason for the current bans is political lobbying and corruption. — Jeff…

Bruce Falck had a longstanding aspiration to emulate his father’s footsteps, who owned a construction firm in Johannesburg, South Africa. His dream was to build a house uniquely designed for his family. “Being a civil engineer, my father built both the houses we lived in while growing up,” said Falck,…

Nestled in the picturesque countryside of France, where rolling hills meet fertile vineyards, lies a gem that epitomizes the essence of winemaking mastery – Chateau Beauportail. Amidst the renowned wine region of Pecharmant, this historic estate stands as a beacon of excellence, producing some of France’s most revered Pecharmant wines….

New Mexico is one of the oldest wine-producing regions in the country. When Spanish colonists arrived nearly 400 years ago, they brought European vines and planted them in the fertile soil of the Rio Grande Valley. New Mexico is again highlighted as one of the oldest wine-producing regions in the…

James Molesworth hosts an interview with a well-known international winemaker about his roots in New York and Mondavi, his adventures in South America and more. In addition, our editors delve into a contentious government report that was concealed by officials in Oregon. Winemaker Paul Hobbs tells us about the pivotal…

The moment €2.5m worth of top-quality wine was spilled at a warehouse in Spain was caught on video on Sunday, 18 February. Footage shows a hooded person opening three tanks at the Bodegas Cepa 21 winery in Castrillo de Duero, with the drink gushing out of one of them. One…

When Vino Grille & Spirits closed last summer in northeast Fresno, its customers were heartbroken. The large restaurant that served a niche of wine lovers citywide — including with its specialty wine store and wine club — left a hole in the Fresno food and drink scene. But now a…

SOBEWFF is back February 22 to 25 in Miami If you’re in Miami and are still debating your weekend plans, but want to take advantage of the perfect winter weather, might I suggest checking out the Food Network South Beach Wine & Food Festival presented by Capital One (SOBEWFF)? Because…