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Springtime lager shootout

I’ve received several lagers this spring for review purposes, two of them being limited-edition seasonals, so with the weather warming up I thought it would be interesting to do side-by-side reviews to see how they stack up. Firestone Walker Brewing Sunglider Golden Lager Sunglider was created with sustainability as a … Continue reading

Visual Wine Education: Everything You Need To Know About Pinot Grigio

Welcome to the 2026 Australian wine existential crisis

It’s a rough time in the Australian wine industry right now. Let’s start with the 2026 vintage. This might well be the smallest Australian harvest in decades, and not for good reasons. The three fs – frosts, fires and floods […] The post Welcome to the 2026 Australian wine existential crisis appeared first on Australian Wine and Drinks Review .

Serial Wines in Paso Robles + John Anthony La Dame Michele Sparkling Wine

In the heart of downtown Paso Robles, where wine tasting rooms line walkable streets and every corner invites discovery, Serial Wines offers something a little unexpected—in the best possible way. Equal parts stylish lounge and elevated tasting experience, this is a place where bold reds meet refined bubbles, and where indulgence is not only encouraged, …

Bendigo Wine Region

Bendigo Wine Region Its history, and list of wineries with alternative varieties

INSIDER DEAL! 96-Point Reta Romelio XX% OFF!

Say hello to a massive discount on this highly rated wine from Chile, today’s deal is the 2020 Reta Romelio ... Read more

Sojourn Cellars Vertical Tasting

Sojourn Cellars makes some incredible, cellar-worthy Pinots and Chards. Last Saturday I descended upon Sojourn Cellars in downtown Sonoma. It had been several years since I made my visit to taste some of the outstanding Pinots and Chards from this region. Sojourn Celalrs is under new ownership and we talked about the approach to wines. The wines have been remarkably consistent and they show terrific aging potential. The winery dates back to 2001 when two tennis friends–Craig Haserot and Erich Bradley–who shared a passion for two things: great wine and tennis. With Erich’s experience as an Assistant Winemaker at Arrowood Winery, the two developed a plan to produce small bottlings of Cabernet Sauvignon from outstanding vineyard sources. They began with a hundred cases of Cabernet Sauvignon that they sold to friends and family. Today they produce more than different wines and have customers worldwide. It was fun to see how these age and I was enamored by the 2021 ‘Sangiacomo’ Pinot Noir (

Whitman Hill

Great photo of the Whitman Hill vineyard. Today we share a newer producer from the Yakima Valley. Whitman Hill Vineyard sits at 1,200 feet on the south- and east-facing slopes above the Yakima Valley, where steady air movement, balanced sun exposure, and a natural cold-air drain create ideal conditions for even ripening and vineyard health. Beneath the surface, layers of sandy loam and fragments of caliche—a pale, porous rock unique to this area. Before establishing Whitman Hill, Scott and Denise Whitman co-owned a winery on Washington’s west side, sourcing grapes from the Yakima Valley and becoming deeply connected to the quality and character of its fruit. Their first wines for that project were made humbly in their garage. In 2020 the had the chance to acquire property in Zillah, which became Whitman Hill. New wines were really good. I love the 2024 Whitman Hill Chardonnay (OB, 91) which is neatly textured stuff with good richness. Learn more about this project at https://whitmanhil

Tsillan Cellars

Here are the outstanding new wines by Tsillan Cellars. It is my pleasure to share a really good producer in the Lake Chelan AVA. This scenic location has a beautiful setting with plenty of outdoor seating. The 127 acre estate is Chelan’s largest planted vineyard. They make an exceedingly long range of wines from Chardonnay to Syrah from this estate. Italian varietals are also planted at the estate vineyard. Garrett Grubbs has been making great wines for Tsillan and joined the team in 2021. It is exceedingly difficult to grow many of these estate varietals in the heat that is accumulated in Lake Chelan. Grubbs did an excellent job with this lineup. I really love the 2023 Tsillan Cellars ‘Estate’ Malbec (OB, 91) which powerful and has great varietal character. Learn more at https://tsillancellars.com/ and here are my reviews of the new releases by Tsillan Cellars. 2024 Tsillan Cellars ‘Estate’ Viognier- The 2024 Tsillan Cellars ‘Estate’ Viognier offers lychee and melon notes on the nose

Iconic Veritas Vineyards To Sell To New, Local Ownership

Acclaimed Head Winemaker Emily Hodson will continue to lead the cellar as partner in the new ownership team. AFTON, VIRGINIA — May 4, 2026 —Veritas Vineyards & Winery, one of Virginia’s most well-known and respected wine and tourism destinations, have agreed to be acquired by a new ownership group, Veritas Legacy Partners, LLC. Leading […]

Sol Rei Is a Charming Addition to the Sonoma Plaza Wine Scene

Is your wine enjoyment dampened by allergies? At this tasting room, well-crafted wines with minimal histamines and sulfites are the specialty. The post Sol Rei Is a Charming Addition to the Sonoma Plaza Wine Scene appeared first on Sonoma Magazine .

WhistlePig’s 30-Year-Old Single Malt Is the Brand’s Oldest Whiskey Yet

The whiskey was aged for 30 years and finished in Italian Vin Santo barrels. The post WhistlePig’s 30-Year-Old Single Malt Is the Brand’s Oldest Whiskey Yet appeared first on Bevvy .

Equiano Rum - Dueling Ownership Bids

Dueling bids for the brand's assets and a founder’s exit —Equiano Rum battle spills into the spotlight.

2025 Vintage Wine from Quails’ Gate Winery

Reading Time: 3 minutes Three fresh 2025 releases from Quails’ Gate Winery showcase Okanagan spring at its best — vibrant, food-friendly wines with spot-on seasonal pairings. The post 2025 Vintage Wine from Quails’ Gate Winery appeared first on BCWineTrends .

Jansz Vintage Cuvee Sparkling

Jansz Vintage Cuvee is a delicious sparkling wine from Tasmania, Australia. Wine review by Lisa Johnston (thewinemuse). The post Jansz Vintage Cuvee Sparkling appeared first on winemusing .

Your Bourbon Heritage Month Cheat Sheet

13 facts about National Bourbon Heritage Month and the quintessential American spirit it celebrates. The post Your Bourbon Heritage Month Cheat Sheet appeared first on Bevvy .