Here’s to Taylor Swift, Messi and the Celebrity Theory of Wine Promotion
Taylor Swift and Messi show why wine can surge using celebrities
January 2026
Idaho wine draws global praise: unlikely potato region becomes winemaking powerhouse
Idaho wine draws global praise: unlikely potato region becomes winemaking powerhouse
🎧McLaren Vale – Boxer to Ballerina (via Burlesque)
So what do a boxer, a ballerina and a burlesque dancer have in common? You’re gonna have to listen to find out… We’re very excited to be bringing you this mini-series on McLaren Vale, the historic South Australian wine region that’s gone from identity crisis to full-on wine renaissance in just a few decades. It’s …
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Busch Light reveals return of Busch Light Apple
The apple variety of Busch Light has gained a cult following, it adds, with consumers eagerly awaiting its return each year since its first introduction in 2020.
In Middle-Tier Mega-Deal, RNDC Says Reyes Will Buy It in Seven Markets (Developing)
Less than one year after Republic National Distributing Company’s catastrophic collapse in California, VinePair has learned that the country’s second-largest wine and spirits wholesaler will sell a portion of its national operation to the country’s largest beer distributor: Reyes Beverage Group. “[W]e have aligned with Reyes Beverage Group on key economic terms for them to …
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We Asked 10 Brewers: Which Beer Do You Wish People Ordered More? (2026)
The beer scene finds itself in a weird space. Its economic struggles aren’t exactly a secret, and the road ahead appears murky and ripe for speculation. Yet some absolutes still persist despite the chaos: A properly brewed beer is delicious, accessible, and an excellent option to bring to a laid-back social gathering. There’s also an …
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Rheinhessen Is Leading the German Wine Revolution. Here are 5 Producers to Know.
If I remembered anything about Rheinhessen, the largest wine region in Germany, from my WSET Level 3 textbook, it was that there wasn’t much to remember. With the exception of several renowned producers like Klaus Peter Keller, it was vast and flat, its output forgettable. But then, in early 2025, I started seeing its name …
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The VinePair Podcast: The Dietary Guidelines Around Alcohol Have Changed. Does It Matter?
Join VinePair at the Charleston Wine + Food Festival March 4th – 8th, 2026. This five-day festival, which is now entering its 20th year, showcases the very best of Charleston—infused with the talent of world-renowned chefs, winemakers, authors, artisans, and culinary storytellers from around the globe. Joanna and I will each be hosting a Beverage …
How Pappy Van Winkle Became the Ultimate Cult Bourbon
There are plenty of bourbon brands with powerful name recognition — Jim Beam, Four Roses, Maker’s Mark, Michter’s, the list goes on. There are also myriad highly sought-after bottlings, with whiskey lovers clamoring to get their hands on things like Blanton’s, limited-edition Old Forester, and the entirety of the Buffalo Trace Antique Collection. These bourbons …
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Discover Lake Chelan Wines: Two Immersive Tasting Events Bring the Lake Chelan Wine Valley to Spokane and Walla Walla
January 12, 2026 (Lake Chelan, WA) — Discover Lake Chelan Wines welcomes wine lovers, industry professionals, connoisseurs, and those just beginning their wine journey to experience the distinctive wines of […]