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Tap into your entrepreneurial spirit and work for yourself. By Karen M. Wetzel Dreaming of becoming your own boss in the wine industry? In today’s digital world, you can make […]

December 11, 2025 (Napa, CA) — Menagerie Cellars has announced the appointment of Madeleine Houghton as its Chief Executive Officer. In her role, Houghton will guide the boutique house into […]

The Duckhorn Portfolio brand builds on its Columbia Valley Cabernet success with the debut of a Willamette Valley Pinot Noir and Pinot Grigio, reinforcing its mission to overdeliver on quality […]

Burgundy might not be an obvious training ground for a Champagne producer, but for Anselme Selosse of Champagne Jacques Selosse, it set the groundwork for his wines — and altered the Champagne region as a whole. Prior to his influence, Champagne production was dominated by large houses that purchased fruit from growers. It was a …

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Ask most drinks writers to name their favorite New York City bar, and chances are you’ll hear the same answer: The Long Island Bar. Established by Toby Cecchini and Joel Tompkins, the Cobble Hill bar is an institution, but the story of how they finally opened this now-iconic spot is far more complicated than its …

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When it comes to requesting a Martini, there are almost as many ways to order as there are Martini drinkers. Everyone has their go-to preference, from shaken and absolutely filthy to stirred and bone dry. Any seasoned bargoer is used to hearing different calls that specify the type of spirit, amount of vermouth, or garnish. …

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Cask-strength bourbon is bourbon at its rawest, most natural state. There’s no dilution to proof down the spirit prior to bottling, resulting in powerful, uncut juice with ABVs between 50 and 75 percent. The high alcohol content gives these burly bourbons a fiery punch, but it also intensifies the flavors developed during the maturation process, …

We Asked 10 Bartenders: What’s the Most Underrated Cask-Strength Bourbon? (2025) Read More »

JUSTIN Vineyards & Winery put Paso Robles on the map, and their wines still define what premium California winemaking means today. The brand has always sought to create amazing wines from every angle, and since, they’ve received so many awards and accolades over the years that reinforce the exceptional quality of these bottles. So, if …

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 Portuguese police have arrested producers and officials in a sweeping fraud investigation into Vinho Verde.

Tasting the 2024s Despite widespread reports of its challenges, the results of the 2024 vintage hold surprises both good and less good for Burgundy lovers. The weather during the 2024 growing season defied current global warming trends. Most of the past six years have been unrelentingly hot and dry, with only 2021 offering some respite. …

Burgundy 2024: What to expect from a topsy-turvy vintage Read More »