[ad_1] Wine consumers and the wine industry are increasingly becoming collateral damage in President Donald Trump’s trade battles with other nations. This morning, the President threatened to levy a 200 percent tariff on “all wines, Champagnes and alcoholic products coming out of France and other E.U. represented countries.” The threatened retaliation was triggered by the European Union’s announcement yesterday that …

[ad_1] Here in California wine country, it seems like we’re treated to wine tasting events for nearly every grape variety and every appellation in the state. But in point-of-fact, no one has ever held a festival dedicated to the Chenin Blanc grape. Until now. Chenin, in case you haven’t heard, is having something of a moment. I recently conducted what …

[ad_1] The post Gambling (Literally) on the Spanish DO You’ve Never Heard Of (Probably) appeared first on 1 Wine Dude. Today, we’re going to talk about a brand that is (quite literally) gambling on a Spanish region that you (probably) know nothing about whatsoever. Back in November of 2024, I was a media guest of Perelada, a somewhat enigmatic producer …

[ad_1] Chardonnay grapes at Elephant Hill, Hawke’s Bay Think of New Zealand white wine and Sauvignon Blanc most likely comes to mind. But now might be the perfect time to reconsider, for New Zealand Chardonnay has never been better, steadily gaining recognition for its balance of fruit purity, bright acidity and silky complexity. Chardonnay accounts for just 9% of vineyard …

[ad_1] For instance, we discussed whether or not you can hear better with your mouth open. He also told me that, since sight is a critical asset in the field and needs to be used to its maximum potential, Marines are taught about the physiology of the eye, as well as how to override the visual system’s inherent weaknesses. ‘Looking …

[ad_1] Davit Dato Kobidze(credit drwinkler) Davit Dato and Tariel Kobidzes’ Family Cellars (Kobidzeeis Marani) is located in the mountains of Guria in village Erketi, Choktauri municipality, just south of the Supsa River, which flows into the Black Sea.  David is a champion of the local indigenous varietals and in 2015 planted an experimental vineyard of 15, almost-extinct, Gurian varieties, including …

[ad_1] A generous white, offering ripe melon and peach flavors up front, plus additional citrusy notes at the core. Shows tangerine and mango elements, with accents of lemongrass and lemon balm. Drink now. 950,000 cases made, 950,000 cases imported. [ad_2] Source : 06f4f458ee956737376d54308772f44d

[ad_1] As the world’s largest wine competition, with more than 18,000 entries in 2024, the Decanter World Wine Awards (DWWA) offers producers an unrivalled opportunity to benchmark their wines against high-quality peers.  A rigorous judging process sees top experts, including many Masters of Wine and Master Sommeliers, meticulously blind-taste all entries.  ‘The DWWA isn’t just one person’s palate; it’s a …

[ad_1] Donald L. Bryant Jr., owner and founder of Napa’s Valley Bryant Family Vineyard, died on March 1 after a long battle with Alzheimer’s disease. He was 82. Bryant, a Midwest native, made a fortune in finance while also amassing a significant art collection during his lifetime. His love of wine brought him to Napa Valley, where he purchased land on …

[ad_1] Could 2025 be a year of opportunity for Chilean wine in the U.S.? After rough years of slowing sales, 2024 brought big gains for producers sending their wines to the U.S., the South American nation’s third-biggest market. And while value-priced bottles continue to be the country’s main wine export to the U.S., wines priced between $10 to $20 per …

[ad_1] If I am going to be a hero, however, I don’t think I mind being a hero to old vines. This morning, the shortlists for the Old Vine Hero Awards were announced, and I was humbled to find my name among them. Put on by the Old Vine Conference, the Old Vine Hero Awards are in their third year, …

[ad_1] Château Margaux line up Given the size of the Margaux appellation, and its varying terroirs, it’s often hard to generalise on quality, but in 2022 it performed excellently for both classified and non-classified wines. Scroll down for the top-rated Margaux 2022 in… [ad_2] Source : https://www.decanter.com/premium/the-best-margaux-2022-in-bottle-552494/

[ad_1] Look what arrived a little early this year; what a surprise and a treat. This popular and always delicious Kirkland wine usually drops in the May timeframe. This marks the fifth vintage of this wine so it’s a relative newcomer to the Kirkland wine portfolio, but one of our favorites. We are glad to see […] [ad_2] Source : …

[ad_1] Bushmills has unveiled a rare bottling that’s the oldest Irish single malt ever released. Secrets of The River Bush is a 46-year-old whiskey, matured in Sherry casks. Only 300 individually numbered bottles have been produced. Secrets of The River Bush is drawn from Bushmills’ single malt reserves, dating back to 1978. It has been matured in oloroso Sherry casks …

[ad_1] Cliff Lede Vineyards said it has bought three hectares (7.5 acres) of vineyard from the Andelin family in Napa Valley’s famous Stags Leap District American Viticultural Area (AVA). It represents a rare opportunity for the winery, given that the purchased site lies adjacent to the eastern border of Cliff Lede’s Rhythm vineyard. While Cliff Lede has farmed and leased …

[ad_1] Sleek and exuberant, featuring a fresh mix of lemon, green apple and white grapefruit flavors at the core, with details of dried pineapple, lemon blossoms, dried ginger, toasted cumin and beeswax that linger on the firming finish. Drink now. 3,000 cases made. [ad_2] Source : 8521d2caab6cf9f6c75ecf9f516acd2a

[ad_1] Mouton Rothschild 2022 line up Pauillac always seems to deliver the goods and in the hot and dry vintage of 2022 the gravel soils coped extremely well. Scroll down for the top-rated Pauillac 2022 in… [ad_2] Source : https://www.decanter.com/premium/best-pauillac-2022-tasted-in-bottle-552492/

[ad_1] Arthur Mayard of Domanie Mayard in Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Did you know there is a website where you can compare the average prices of vineyard land across France? Here are some examples, per hectare of vines in 2023: Touraine, Loire: €7,000 (£5,880) Côtes du Rhône: €23,000 (£19,315) Gigondas, Rhône: €215,000 (£180,530) Côte d’Or, Burgundy: €983,800 (£826,080) Pomerol, Bordeaux: €2,000,000 (£1,679,420) The …

[ad_1] Alas, the can epidemic surges onward. In the year of our lord 2025, there is nothing that Big Beverage will not put in a can: kombucha, martinis, cold brew, water. And it comes as no surprise that wine falls at the top of the list of trending can-able substances. But, for all its proliferation, to what degree are we …

[ad_1] The Ojai Mountain Estate. Nestled in a picturesque valley framed by the Topatopa Mountains, Ojai (pronounced ‘OH-hi’) derives its name from the Chumash word ’Awha’y, meaning ‘moon.’ Just 90 minutes north of Los Angeles and southeast of Santa Barbara County’s wine country, this small yet vibrant town on Chumash land offers wine, food, art and nature, perfect for filling …