July 9, 2018
Millions of Bottles of Spanish Rosé Sold as French: French authorities have uncovered millions of bottles of rosé imported in bulk from Spain being passed off as French, with at least one producer facing...
July 6, 2018
Relief as Napa Fire Risk Recedes: Napa Valley can breathe easier this weekend. The huge fire raging just outside the valley appears to be coming under containment, with no damage to wineries or vineya...
July 3, 2018
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Fire Risk for Napa County Vineyards
A huge wildfire has crossed over into Napa County, less than a year after the region was devastated by one of...
June 28, 2018
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Bo Barrett: Vultures Have Circled but Château Montelena Is Not for Sale
Ten years after his father famously almost sold Napa Valley’s Château...
June 27, 2018
E. & J. Gallo Buys Star Winemaker Dave Phinney’s Locations Wine Brand
Two years after acquiring Orin Swift Cellars, E. & J. Gallo announced today that it has purchased another of star winemaker Dave Phinney's...
June 26, 2018
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California White Wines Innovate Both Within and Beyond Chardonnay
With expansive growing regions and a world-class reputation, California is a force...
June 25, 2018
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Wine and Weed Go to War in Oregon
Pot legalization has pitted a wine farmer against a weed farmer in an ugly, fragrant fight…
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June 22, 2018
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Will the Rocket Ride for Napa Cabernet Sauvignon and Sonoma Pinot Noir Continue?
Rather than a fad or economic bubble, consumer thirst for cabernet...
June 20, 2018
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Should Wineries Acquire Vineyards Instead of Buying Fruit on the Open Market?
Should wineries acquire vineyards instead of buying fruit on the open...
June 19, 2018
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The Devil Seeks Forgiveness from Merlot
The man who single-handedly slaughtered the great grape’s reputation fronts up to growers and says...