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news2026-10-07
🎧Ep 623: Mount Etna, Sicily
Mount Etna is one of the most interesting wine regions of Italy. On the northeast coast of Sicily, wine grapes grow on the slopes of Europe's highest active volcano, which has been erupting for at least 500,000 years and ranks among the most active volcanoes in the world. The UN counts it among just 16 volcanoes worldwide that pose a high risk to life and property, and that's not a joke: ash, steam, and lava flows can and do threaten the vineyards, and the mountain has shaped the culture of Sicily itself. But regardless of this volcanic activity, vines have always been here. And viticulture has been around since the Greeks in 8th century BCE. In this show I discuss the mountain, which locals call "Mongibello," the beautiful mountain. I talk about the history, the terroir, the grapes, the wines, food and producers, and take a small detour into the world of volcanology! All photos taken by Wine for Normal People A dork out show (and if you want more, check out the recorded class "Volcani
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Seven Apart Winery Unveils Septem, Marking Seventh Vintage Milestone
October 7, 2026 (Napa, CA) — Seven Apart Winery introduces ‘Septem’ Cabernet Sauvignon, a new wine crafted from the estate’s youngest vines to produce a wine that is approachable upon [...]
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From Smartphone to Vineyard: How Digital Innovation Is Enhancing Swiss Wine Tourism
Discover how digital tools are transforming Swiss wine tourism, making experiences easier to discover, more interactive and accessible to international visitors. The post From Smartphone to Vineyard: How Digital Innovation Is Enhancing Swiss Wine Tourism appeared first on Great Wine Capitals .
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Behind the Cork™ - Montes Alpha Syrah
2022 Montes Alpha Syrah ($24.99) Montes — officially Viña Montes — was founded in 1987 by four partners with extensive experience in winemaking and viticulture: Aurelio Montes, Douglas Murray, Alfredo Vidaurre, and Pedro Grand. Their founding goal was bold and transformative: to craft premium-quality wines at a time when Chile was largely known for high-volume, inexpensive wine production rather than world-class bottles. Montes didn’t just make great wine — it rewrote the story of Chilean viticulture. By insisting on premium quality, exploring new terroirs, innovating in both vineyard and cellar practices, and maintaining a deeply Chilean identity without reliance on foreign investment, Montes helped elevate the reputation of an entire nation’s wine industry. This Montes Alpha Syrah is produced from Syrah (90%), Cabernet Sauvignon (7%) and Viognier (3%). The grapes were macerated in the fermentation tank for 5 days, after which selected yeasts were added Fermentation lasted for 7–10 da
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How can a bottle of wine become the invitation for Come Over October? John Boyton, CEO of Arterra Wines Canada, shares his insights
Introduction How can a bottle of wine become the invitation, slow down the moment, and create space for real conversation? Why does the wine industry need to look beyond wine itself to win back consumers? How can wine become more relevant to younger consumers? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I’m chatting with John Boynton You can find the wines we discussed here. Join me on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube Live Video Join the live-stream video of this conversation on Wednesday at 7 pm eastern on Instagram Live Video, Facebook Live Video or YouTube Live Video. I’ll […]
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news2026-10-07
How can a bottle of wine become the invitation for Come Over October? John Boynton, CEO of Arterra Wines Canada, shares his insights
Introduction How can a bottle of wine become the invitation, slow down the moment, and create space for real conversation? Why does the wine industry need to look beyond wine itself to win back consumers? How can wine become more relevant to younger consumers? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I’m chatting with John Boynton You can find the wines we discussed here. Join me on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube Live Video Join the live-stream video of this conversation on Wednesday at 7 pm eastern on Instagram Live Video, Facebook Live Video or YouTube Live Video. I’ll […]
by Natalie MacLean4 views
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Cose grosse a Mamoiada
A metà maggio si è tenuta un’altra edizione di Mamojàda Vives , annuale appuntamento promosso dall’Associazione Mamojà dedicato ai vini, alle persone, in generale a questo spicchio di territorio della Barbagia, in Sardegna. Un areale che in una decina d’anni … continua »
by Jacopo Cossater11 views
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Affordable Luxury
Would I pay £25 for a glass of Veuve Clicquot? Not if I could help it, no. Now that I think about it, I wouldn’t drink Veuve Clicquot if it cost £5 a glass. The only circumstance in which I can imagine drinking it is if it’s free at a work function with no fire […]
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news2026-10-06
AVIVO Wines Launches First Taste Trio with Three Full-Size Wines for $49
The online-only offer brings together AVIVO White, Rosé, and Red in one first order. October 6, 2026 (Healdsburg, CA) — AVIVO Wines has launched the First Taste Trio, an online-only [...]
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Meadowood Napa Valley Recognized with Condé Nast Traveler’s 2026 Readers’ Choice Award
Meadowood Napa Valley is named #7 in Northern California, U.S. Resorts in Condé Nast Traveler’s list of the world’s best hotels, cruises, countries, cities, resorts, trains, airlines, airports, spas, islands, [...]
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Winery Compliance Shouldn’t Live in One Person’s Head
At many wineries, compliance knowledge is concentrated in one person.That person knows when reports are due, where the supporting records are stored, how invent
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NO/LO alcohol without the flavor of alcohol?
Explore how Winesecrets' selective dealcoholization process delivers premium No/Lo wines without compromise:No heat contact with your wine — Only the water-etha
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The Three Costs of AI: Hard Costs, Opportunity Cost, and Environmental
AI is becoming part of the everyday DTC toolkit. How can wineries – and those that support the wine industry –  use it thoughtfully while understanding its
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Breaking Ground on the New Sunridge Nurseries Laboratory
Sunridge Nurseries continues to invest in the science behind producing healthy, high-quality vines. In 2025, Sunridge acquired the Pathology Division of Wonderf
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Temecula Valley’s 2026 Harvest Came in Like a Wrecking Ball
An unusually early, compressed harvest kept Temecula Valley winemakers on their toes, but promising fruit and standout varieties are giving them plenty to be excited about. No two harvests are ever exactly alike, but in Temecula Valley, the 2026 vintage seemed determined to make its presence known. And known early. Across the region, winemakers reported [...]
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Beverage Programs Are Under Pressure. These Pros Are Finding Ways to Adapt.
It’s a hard time to run a beverage program. Costs are escalating due in part to an unhappy blend of tariffs, supply chain issues, and general inflation. The wholesale sector of the drinks industry is in a tremendous amount of flux following the collapse of Republic National Distributing Company (RNDC) over the last year, meaning that keeping steady supply of product is trickier than ever.
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Constellation Brands Announces Acquisition of Spirit-Based Ready-to-Drink Brand Spikedade
October 6, 2026 (Rochester, NY) — Constellation Brands, Inc. (NYSE: STZ), a leading U.S.-based total beverage alcohol company, today announced the acquisition of SpikedAde, a differentiated, consumer-led spirit-based ready-to-drink (RTD) [...]
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Chile Wine Fest Makes Its Miami Debut on October 14
October 6, 2026 (Miami, FL) — Wines of Chile will bring Chile Wine Fest to Miami for the first time on October 14, 2026, at the historic Alfred I. duPont Building. [...]
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📺How a Family Vineyard Became Napa County’s Biggest Target
When Lindsay Hoopes took over her family’s winery—purchased by her father four decades ago—she expected a collaborative partnership with Napa County to suppo...
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Ghostwood Whiskey Introduces 3 Brothers Bourbon, a Six-Year, High-Rye, Three-Grain Bourbon Inspired by Family Traditions
October 6, 2026 (Bozeman, MT) — Ghostwood Whiskey, the award-winning Montana whiskey brand whose Original Blended Bourbon won Double Gold at the San Francisco World Spirits Competition in 2023 and [...]
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Booker Vineyard Earns Back-to-Back National Accolades
Paso Robles Winery Named “#3 Best U.S. Winery Tour” While Scoring Two 100-Point Wines from Leading Critic Jeb Dunnuck October 6, 2026 (Paso Robles, CA) — Booker Vineyard has earned [...]
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Black Irish Expands Wisconsin Distribution with Badger Liquor
New Partnership Broadens Statewide Availability of Mariah Carey’s Premium Irish Cream Liqueur Portfolio Ahead of the Holiday Season October 6, 2026 (New York, NY) — Black Irish, the premium Irish [...]
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Why pink Champagne is more than a fashion statement
Why pink Champagne is more than a fashion statement
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Barton & Gustier Rosé d’Anjou Les Jardins de la Reine Review
Simple, sweet and refreshing. We review the Barton & Gustier Rosé d’Anjou Les Jardins de la Reine Rosé. This rosé ... Read more
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🎧Ep 623: Mount Etna, Sicily

Seven Apart Winery Unveils Septem, Marking Seventh Vintage Milestone

From Smartphone to Vineyard: How Digital Innovation Is Enhancing Swiss Wine Tourism

Behind the Cork™ - Montes Alpha Syrah

How can a bottle of wine become the invitation for Come Over October? John Boyton, CEO of Arterra Wines Canada, shares his insights

How can a bottle of wine become the invitation for Come Over October? John Boynton, CEO of Arterra Wines Canada, shares his insights

Cose grosse a Mamoiada

Affordable Luxury

AVIVO Wines Launches First Taste Trio with Three Full-Size Wines for $49

Meadowood Napa Valley Recognized with Condé Nast Traveler’s 2026 Readers’ Choice Award

Winery Compliance Shouldn’t Live in One Person’s Head

NO/LO alcohol without the flavor of alcohol?

The Three Costs of AI: Hard Costs, Opportunity Cost, and Environmental

Breaking Ground on the New Sunridge Nurseries Laboratory

Temecula Valley’s 2026 Harvest Came in Like a Wrecking Ball

Beverage Programs Are Under Pressure. These Pros Are Finding Ways to Adapt.

Constellation Brands Announces Acquisition of Spirit-Based Ready-to-Drink Brand Spikedade

Chile Wine Fest Makes Its Miami Debut on October 14

📺How a Family Vineyard Became Napa County’s Biggest Target

Ghostwood Whiskey Introduces 3 Brothers Bourbon, a Six-Year, High-Rye, Three-Grain Bourbon Inspired by Family Traditions

Booker Vineyard Earns Back-to-Back National Accolades

Black Irish Expands Wisconsin Distribution with Badger Liquor

Why pink Champagne is more than a fashion statement

Barton & Gustier Rosé d’Anjou Les Jardins de la Reine Review