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St. George Succession

Tina and Scott Luers have big plans for The St. George Brewing Company in Hampton. By Jeff Maisey Mid-April marked the 28th anniversary of The St. George Brewing Company, the Coastal Virginia region’s longest operating independent craft beer maker. Founding owner Bill Spence Sr. was clad in his well-pressed beige pants and matching shirt (tucked-in) […]

My June (2026) Article is Out (And More)!

Every month, it seems like I hear “It’s hard to believe it’s already [fill in the month]!” In response, I have to resist adding a snarky response such as “well, calendars are hard to come by these days…” but that … Continue reading →

On Brewing Old Stitch & Colonial Ales

By Geoff Logan, Head Brewer, Alewerks Brewing Company I’ve known Frank Clark for a long time. He’s the Master of Historic Foodways at Colonial Williamsburg, and honestly, there are maybe a handful of people on the planet who understand 18th-century brewing the way he does. Around 2007-2008, we started working together to take his historical […]

Level Up: How East Coast Amusements is Changing the Brewery Experience

By David Hunter If you’ve spent any time visiting Virginia craft breweries over the past year, chances are you’ve noticed something new in the corner of a taproom — the glow of an arcade game, the thud of an air hockey puck, or the opening notes of a song chosen by the guy two barstools […]

World Class Brews

Lead brewer Andy Bui and head brewer Matthew Smith of Caboose Brewing Co. By Jeff Maisey When the 2026 World Beer Cup results were announced this April in Philadelphia, three independent craft breweries from Virginia won gold medals, thus making them the best on the planet in their respective categories. Caboose Brewing Company’s Boxcar Brown […]

Annunciati i vincitori dell’Innovation Challenge 2026

Una rete protettiva intelligente, un trattore eroico, sistemi di difesa sempre più efficienti e a ridotto impatto sull’ambiente. Sono i protagonisti dell’“Innovation Challenge Lucio Mastroberardino”, il concorso promosso da Enovitis in campo che ogni anno, in occasione della rassegna dinamica di Unione italiana vini dedicata... L'articolo Annunciati i vincitori dell’Innovation Challenge 2026 proviene da oscarwine .

Rooted in Opportunity

How domestic market growth could transform Canada’s wine country economy

Small Beer Domination

This week’s episode is about ‘Small Beers’ and their growth. It’s not just small format servings, though… breweries are leaning hard into lower ABV beers that meet drinkers where they are right now. The question that brings forth for me is what does this mean for drinkers? What does it mean for breweries, and most […] The post Small Beer Domination appeared first on The Gnarly Gnome .

Inside The SOMM: Woodinville’s New Wine Country Hotel Wants You to Stay a While

With immersive wine experiences, thoughtful design, chef-driven dining and even plenty for non-drinkers, the new property aims to become a gateway into Washington wine country. Woodinville has long carved out […] The post Inside The SOMM: Woodinville’s New Wine Country Hotel Wants You to Stay a While appeared first on Sip Magazine .

Honouring the past in Martinborough

This column is also published in the Martinborough Star, June 2026There’s something to be said for Pinot Noir clones and New Zealand winemakers have had plenty to say about them over the past month with the seventh vintage release of Martinborough Vineyard’s top wine, Marie Zelie, made from 10/5 and Abel clones. Not only that but the announcement that the 2024 Nga Waka Lease Block Pinot Noir scooped four trophies, a gold medal and high score at the one of the world’s biggest wine competiti...

diVino sotto le Stelle 2026: dal 5 al 7 giugno tornano a Roma Le Notti del Vino

Dal 5 al 7 giugno 2026 tornano a Roma Le Notti del Vino – diVino sotto le Stelle, l’anteprima romana del calendario nazionale promosso dall’Associazione Nazionale Città del Vino, con Decanter Wine Academy partner esecutivo su Roma. Ad attendere il pubblico ci saranno oltre 70 cantine, con etichette locali e nazionali in degustazione. Calice alla […] L'articolo diVino sotto le Stelle 2026: dal 5 al 7 giugno tornano a Roma Le Notti del Vino proviene da insidewine .

Exploring Vinho Verde: visiting star producer Anselmo Mendes

One of the most important people in the transformation of Vinho Verde from a region of gassy ephemeral wines into

Sangria recipe: Our favourite drink to savour in the sunshine

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The Record-Breaking California Wine Auction Investors Are Watching

This Wasn't Just Another Wine Auction The post The Record-Breaking California Wine Auction Investors Are Watching appeared first on Moncharm Wine Traders .

New beginnings in Lincolnshire

One of Lincolnshire’s ongoing brewery successes sits next to Heckington railway station and below an imposing eight-sailed windmill (with accompanying shop and museum). Next to the brewery is a quaint volunteer-run tea room, opening onto a beautifully maintained garden and courtyard. It’s a lovely spot to enjoy a drink and a bite to eat, and...

Tom Kerridge spearheading new campaign to cut hospitality vat to 10%

Hospitality businesses, teams and organisations are urged to sign a new petition calling for Government to cut hospitality VAT to 10%, in line with Europe. Chef Tom Kerridge is spearheading #VATsTheProblem, a new sector-wide campaign uniting hospitality businesses and teams, high-profile chefs, and sector trade bodies and organisations. The campaign’s single ask is for the...

Portugal’s Most Exclusive Honeymoon Destinations: For the Traveler Who Has Seen It All

Portugal’s Most Exclusive Honeymoon Destinations For couples who have already explored the world’s classic honeymoon destinations,  from the Maldives to the Amalfi Coast,  Portugal offers something increasingly rare: authenticity, privacy, and understated sophistication. Beyond the famous cities and resort towns lies a collection of extraordinary places where slow travel, nature, culture, and wine come together effortlessly.

A wine of straw

In the world of fashion, there’s the premise that all styles come back around, something like every 20 years. This happens to be extremely good news as the skinny jean fad was killing me and I’ve been waiting to buy new “baggy” jeans for what seems like time inmemorable. I have the distinct impression the world of fashion doesn’t apply when it comes to wines and more specifically when talking about sweet, dessert wines. The zenith would probably be during the Goût Russe Champagne period which saw this treacly sparkling […] For full access, please log in or purchase a subscription.

🇮🇹 Due uomini. Due calici. Una missione: sembrare intellettuali. 📖🍷

🇮🇹 Due uomini. Due calici. Una missione: sembrare intellettuali. 📖🍷 🍇 Un sorso per capire. 📚 Una pagina per raccontare. 🍷 Un brindisi per ricordare. Perché il vino migliore non è solo quello che si beve, ma quello che lascia qualcosa da raccontare. 🇬🇧 Two men. Two glasses. A mission: to appear intellectual. 📖🍷 🍇 […] L'articolo 🇮🇹 Due uomini. Due calici. Una missione: sembrare intellettuali. 📖🍷 proviene da TanninTime: E-Commerce Vini Artigianali, Vegani, Biologici .

Baker the Bougy Wine Dog on Chardonnay, Pinot, and Burgundy

The Region: Burgundy I know you’re asking “how does the wine dog hold a pen without opposable thumbs? The answer is- if he can hold a wine glass […]

Hawke’s Bay Wine Makes Strong Impression In Melbourne

Hawke’s Bay Wine recently delivered its first major Australian market activation as part of the Hawke’s Bay Wine Export Strategy, with a highly successful trade showcase held in Melbourne. Hosted at the historic Kelvin Club, the event brought together leading Australian trade, sommeliers, media and wine professionals for a day dedicated to discovering the depth, […]

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