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🎧📺sp#19 – charlie holland: english wine harvests from the inside and outside.
charlie holland shares his inside view as winegb chair and experience with outside investment in uk winemaking.the news from around the world says it all thi...
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Pour+Explore: Petaluma Gap & West Sonoma Coast- Friday, October 16th
The cooooolest one yet! 2 AVA’s-1 Coastal Experience. Pour + Explore: Petaluma Gap &West Sonoma Coast.Join us Friday October 16th at Keller Estate Winery, where we’ll explore the distinctive wines and growing conditions of these two celebrated coastal AVAs. Get your TICKETS! We’ll welcome you with a splash of bubbles, plus a grazing table to … Continue reading Pour+Explore: Petaluma Gap & West Sonoma Coast- Friday, October 16th →
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Somerston Estate Unveils New Wines and a Refreshed Look for Its Flagship Luxury Collection
Two limited-production wines mark a new chapter for the private Napa Valley estate October 6, 2026 (St. Helena, CA) — Somerston Estate, a historic 1,682-acre private estate tucked into Napa [...]
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Georgian Sun Launches U.S. Holiday Tasting Campaign: Three Wines to Discover This Season
October 6, 2026 (New York) — This holiday season, Georgian Sun is bringing a taste of the country of Georgia to the U.S. The wine brand, born in the sunny [...]
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The Duckhorn Portfolio Named #21 on Fortune 2026 Best Workplaces in Manufacturing & Production™ in the Small and Medium Category
Anonymous Employee Feedback Recognizes The Duckhorn Portfolio for Workplace Culture, Safety and Trust October 6, 2026 (St. Helena, CA) — The Duckhorn Portfolio (“Duckhorn” or the “Company”) has been officially [...]
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📺The Busboy – the struggles and triumphs of a Master Sommelier.
From SOMM TV comes an inspiring original film about resilience, ambition, and the determination to take control of your own life.Today, Bobby Stuckey is one ...
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Beringer Vineyards Partners with Couture Bridal Designer Claire Pettibone to Reimagine Its Historic 19th Century Rhine House Bridal Suite
California’s Longest Continuously Operating Winery Enhances Its Rare Destination Wedding Offering October 6, 2026 (St. Helena, CA) — Beringer Vineyards, California’s longest continuously operating winery, today unveils a design partnership [...]
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📺Black Estate: Biodynamic wine, North Canterbury and the future of chardonnay
What happens when a love of wine turns into three vineyards, a restaurant and an entirely new way of thinking about the land?In this episode of the Halliday ...
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House of Smith Appoints Veteran Sommelier and Hospitality Leader Brett Fallows to Tasting Room and Hospitality Director
October 6, 2026 (Seattle, WA) — House of Smith, Washington State’s world-renowned winery helmed by Charles Smith, today announced the appointment of industry veteran Brett Fallows as Tasting Room & [...]
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Croatian company launches the largest wine map in the world – 4.3 million vineyards mapped
UMAG, Croatia – A Croatian company has launched a new digital platform mapping more than 4.3 million vineyards and over... The post Croatian company launches the largest wine map in the world – 4.3 million vineyards mapped first appeared on Croatia Week.
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Rack & Riddle Welcomes Laura Webb as Chief Marketing Officer
Industry veteran brings more than two decades of marketing, strategy and innovation leadership to drive continued growth in sparkling wine. October 6, 2026 (Healdsburg, CA) — Rack & Riddle, the [...]
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The Gérard Basset Foundation, Casa Ferreirinha and Liquid Icons Are Delighted to Announce the Winners of the 2026 Barca-Velha Golden Vines MW Scholarships
October 6, 2026 — The Barca-Velha Golden Vines MW Scholarships offer each winner an unparalleled opportunity to support their Master of Wine (MW) studies, alongside creating a bespoke internship programme [...]
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Wine Book Reviews: Maps, Menus, and Much, Much More
Brief reviews of two very different new wine books. The World Atlas of Wine (9th edition) by Hugh Johnson, Jancis Robinson, and Julia Harding. Mitchell Beazley. The 9th edition of The World Atlas of Wine is released today and it is an event worth celebrating. Much has changed in the wine world since 2019, when […]
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Buzzard’s Roost Distillery Introduces Newest Expression of Its Popular Cigar Blend Bourbon
New release brings a fresh interpretation to the brand’s signature bourbon crafted to complement a fine cigar October 6, 2026 (Louisville, KY) — Buzzard’s Roost, the Kentucky distillery known for [...]
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📺Glenn Salva Managing Director Antinori Napa Valley
Glenn Salva has been with Antinori Napa Valley for 40 years. A fantastic time in any business let alone the wine business. Glenn is the Managing Director at ...
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The New Atlas is Here!
An essential wine reference debuts in its 9th edition
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Napa Valley Wine Community Pledges $2.5 Million to Red Blotch Research
Independent initiative will fund research focused on practical vineyard solutions October 6, 2026 (Napa Valley, CA) — Winegrowers and wineries have pledged $2.5 million to launch Phase One of the [...]
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📺It’s Chenin Blanc Time!
Chenin Blanc is the world's most underappreciated grape variety. Today's video covers three outstanding Chenin Blancs from three different countries; all are...
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Jamaican Educator And Entrepreneur Dr. Karren Dunkley Launches New Wine Brand
Jamaican Educator And Entrepreneur Dr. Karren Dunkley Launches New Wine Brand
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🎧Ep 277 – Why Are Some Wines Worth Millions? Inside Sotheby’s Wine Auctions with Nick Pegna
What makes a bottle of wine worth £10,000, £100,000 or even millions? Is it the vineyard, the vintage, the producer, its rarity or the extraordinary story behind it? In this episode of Eat Sleep Wine Repeat, Janina steps inside the fascinating world of fine wine auctions with Nick Pegna, Global Head of Wine & Spirits at Sotheby’s. From multi-million-pound private collections and rare bottles to intense bidding wars, Nick reveals what really happens behind the scenes of the international wine auction market - and what makes a wine truly valuable. Whether you're a wine enthusiast wanting to deepen your wine knowledge, fascinated by the world's most prestigious wine regions, or simply curious about the people willing to pay extraordinary sums for a bottle, this conversation offers a rare insight into the world of fine wine collecting. We explore how provenance, condition, rarity and maturity influence wine prices, why collectors are increasingly seeking mature wines that are ready to drin
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🎧Franciacorta Wine Tasting at Catch West Hollywood: Discover Italy’s Premium Sparkling Wine
It’s Monday, Let’s raise a glass to the beginning of another week. It’s time to unscrew, uncork or saber a bottle and let’s begin Exploring the Wine Glass. A Note About the Recording: This episode was recorded live during a Franciacorta wine tasting at Catch in West Hollywood. Because the event took place in a large, lively room, you’ll hear some natural room ambience and background conversation throughout the recording. The sound reflects the atmosphere of being there in person and captures the energy of the afternoon. Wine educators, writers and somms gathered to explore one of Italy’s most celebrated sparkling wine regions. From the vineyards of Lombardy to the glasses being poured in Los Angeles, we dive into what makes Franciacorta unique, how it compares with other traditional-method sparkling wines, and the stories behind the producers and wines featured at this memorable tasting. Please take a moment of your time to subscribe, rate and review Exploring the Wine Glass. It’s comp
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Adapt or Die: Where AI & Technology Will—and Won’t—Change Your Winery
Technology adoption has been a recurring conversation in the wine industry for years. But for wineries navigating changing consumer behavior and increasingly complex operations, the question is shifting from whether [...]
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Napa Winery Launches Ingredient Labels
Michael Honig's 2025 Sauvignon Blanc will be the first Napa wine to list ingredients on its label. Here's what it could mean for the industry.
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Southern Glazer’s agrees to end retailer price disparities
Southern Glazer’s has agreed to stop offering its largest US retail customers significantly better wholesale prices than nearby independent stores, according to the Federal Trade Commission.