Iowa Wine Country Like many states, Iowa produced grapes and wine far earlier than assumed (1857), even created a Grape Growers Association in 1893, and was the 6th largest producer until Prohibition wiped out the entire American wine industry. The modern wine industry has been propelled by creation of the Iowa Wine Growers Association in 2000 to …
Wineries across Oregon offer exclusive promotions and events to toast the people, land and wine that Oregon unforgettable May 4, 2026 (Portland, OR) — Oregon Wine Month begins today, inviting wine […]
Another half hour chat with Suzanne Mustacich, one of my favourite wine journalists
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Winery leaders and industry experts explore the strategies shaping the future of wine sales. The wine industry narrative over the past two years has been dominated by decline: falling consumption, […]
Brazilian-born and now based in the Bay Area, Ana Carolina Quintela joins us to talk about her path from journalism to wine. She earned her degree in journalism and began her career as a daily business reporter for Diário do Nordeste, the largest newspaper in Northeastern Brazil. After moving to San Francisco, she continued her …
🎧The Wine Makers – Ana Carolina Quintela, Decanter Read More »
Last year, while on a trip to Mexico City, I finally had the pleasure of dining at Pujol, Enrique Olvera’s famed two-Michelin-starred tasting menu restaurant. There, I was, of course, served their signature Mole Madre, a black mole made with chilhuacle chile that has been reheated for years, with fresh mole of seasonal ingredients added …
Is Mole Pechuga Mezcal About to Have Its Moment? Read More »
Oregon is anything but ordinary. A rugged state of extremes, its jagged coastline, sage-hued valleys, and verdant hills – carved by floods, glaciers, and the shifts of time – is known for its dramatic beauty. Here, vineyards rise on volcanic soils, cool maritime fog influences ripening cycles, and coastal conditions shape growing environments, making it …
Oregon: A Journey Through One of America’s Great Wine Destinations Read More »
Cinco de Mayo is tomorrow, and drinkers are gearing up to knock back Margaritas galore. As penny pinching becomes the norm, celebrants are likely to compare their local spots’ menu price to the average cost of a Marg in their state. In 2025, tequila was the second-most purchased spirit by revenue in the U.S., and …
The Average Price of a Margarita in Every State in 2026 [MAP] Read More »
Whatever your political views, it looks like only one side is standing up for wine and spirits.