Hand riddling sparkling wine is a centuries-old tradition of methodically moving sediment into the bottle’s neck by subtly turning the bottles every day. As mechanized riddling becomes more common, preserving the centuries-old craft will depend on training a new generation of riddlers. Here’s why it’s still important.
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Discover Sonoma County’s historic Carignan grape, from century-old vineyards to vibrant, spicy red wines, and explore the heritage vines keeping this underrated variety alive.
Napa's historic Charles Krug Winery enters the dealcoholized wine market through a strategic partnership with Missing Thorn, signaling validation for the growing DA wine category.
An off-season tasting room in Dry Creek Valley lost a founding member’s case sale. A 1974 night at the Stanley Hotel shows what that afternoon was worth.
