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news2026-09-16
🎧Bordeaux on the Brink Part 2
Bordeaux is a famous wine region currently beset by woes. The question is: where does it go from here? How can it harness its historic legacy and fighting spirit to get beyond the current crisis?! One man who has answers is Laurent David of Château Edmus. A former Apple chief (who launched the iphone into Europe), he's not afraid to ruffle feathers in the ultra-traditional Saint-Emilion neighbourhood, making de-alcoholised 'Grand Cru' (and gin with the offcuts), chillable 'claret' red and a wine 'for geeks'. Laurent declares the en primeur system 'dead meat', and has adopted a wine club/direct sales model, inspired by Napa and Burgundy. He says Bordeaux producers need to be 'obsessive' about not only the product but also their customers. 'Wine has a mission in 2026/7', he declares: 'to reconnect people in real life.' This is the second and concluding episode in our Bordeaux mini-series, in which we say what we think Bordeaux needs to do to reinvent itself (Susie even comes up with an a
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Behind the Cork™ - Craggy Range Sauvignon Blanc
2025 Craggy Range Sauvignon Blanc ($27.99) Established in 1998 by the Peabody family, Craggy Range is a family-owned estate that revolutionized New Zealand wine by matching specific grapes to unique terroirs. While their main winery is located in Hawke's Bay, their Te Muna Road property in Martinborough has become a landmark site for crafting high-quality white wines. This 2025 Craggy Range Sauvignon Blanc is indeed from the Te Muna Vineyard in Martinborough. The name Te Muna translates to "secret place" in the local Māori language. This wine was made from 100% Sauvignon Blanc grapes that are grown on a stony lower terrace formed by an ancient riverbed. The grapes are partially picked by hand and most are removed from their stems before pressing. Fermentation mostly takes place in stainless steel tanks with a small portion being fermented in French and Austrian oak barrels. The wine then was left on-lees for three to five months before bottling. This 2025 Craggy Range Sauvignon Blanc i
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🎧Austin Hope Wants Paso Robles Wine to Be a Household Name. Here’s Why, Ep 132
“My dying wish is to see Paso Robles be a household name.” – Austin Hope He was a troublemaker. Then he helped build Paso Robles wine country. What does it take to help build a wine region? Austin Hope knows. His family moved to Paso Robles in 1978, when the area was still dominated by […]
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Ohmygod–Part 19: Mind Your Privates
OK, I really mean it this time… For those long-term readers of this blog, you are no doubt familiar with Ohmygod, a client that I had for three weeks of bike trips in Europe. I started recounting this story way … Continue reading →
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As Rheinhessen Turns 210, Its Brand Is Growing Stronger Together
Rheinhessen is celebrating 210 years – and looking firmly towards the future. Across wine, tourism, gastronomy, culture and business, new forms of collaboration are helping to connect the region’s many strengths. From a dedicated Wine Tourism Manager to quality initiatives and a shared tourism strategy, 2026 marks an important step towards a stronger, more connected wine tourism destination. The post As Rheinhessen Turns 210, Its Brand Is Growing Stronger Together appeared first on Great Wine Capitals .
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news2026-09-16
As Rheinhessen Turns 210, Its Brand Is Growing Stronger Together
Rheinhessen is celebrating 210 years – and looking firmly towards the future. Across wine, tourism, gastronomy, culture and business, new forms of collaboration are helping to connect the region’s many strengths. From a dedicated Wine Tourism Manager to quality initiatives and a shared tourism strategy, 2026 marks an important step towards a stronger, more connected wine tourism destination. The post As Rheinhessen Turns 210, Its Brand Is Growing Stronger Together appeared first on Great Wine Capitals .
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Drinking Quite Well
I hope you’ll forgive this column for being somewhat nostalgic. I want to begin by giving a picture of the wine-drinking habits and economics of a particular middle-class English family from the 1960s onwards. I am talking about my own family and you may know from previous articles published here that my father was a […]
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In “Savour,” Kristiane Westray reveals: Is smelling whisky different from smelling a glass of wine?
Introduction Is smelling or nosing whisky different from smelling a glass of wine? How did a 1960s marketing campaign convince generations of whisky drinkers that single malt was better than blended whisky? What is it like to step inside a working whisky kiln and experience peat smoke firsthand? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I’m chatting with Kristiane Westray, author of Savour: A Guide To Tasting and Exploring Whiskies of the World. You can find the wines we discussed here. Giveaway Three of you are going to win a copy of Kristiane Westray’s terrific book, Savour: A […]
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Alexana
Great photo of Dr. Madaiah Revana. Today we share the beautiful wines of eminent cardiologist, Dr. Madaiah Revana. He founded Alexana in the Dundee Hills AVA many years back. The winery has expensive views of the Dundee Hills and they are a modern facility that utilizes both gravity flow and is certified Gold LEED. Tresider Burns handles winemaking, formerly being head winemaker at White Rose. I love the wines that he makes, as I tasted with him several weeks ago. I adored the 2024 Alexana ‘Signature’ Chardonnay (OB, 94) which is a deep and powerful wine that is already neatly defined. which is another gorgeous edition of this wine.  I love the 2024 Alexana ‘Landslide Blocks’ Pinot Noir (OB, 95) which is sourced from both volcanic and marine sedimentary soils at their estate vineyard. It has an amazing push/pull between stony and salty nuance. Learn more about this outstanding Oregon winery at http://www.alexanawinery.com Here are the great new release wines by Alexana. 
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news2026-09-15
Realm’s Scott Becker: Standing on the Shoulders of Giants
In the first episode of a 2-part interview, Carol Collison talks with Scott Becker. He tells the story of how he entered the wine business and the mentor relationships he cultivated that helped him advance his career. Jack Cakebread brought him into the Valley and vouched for him to Vic Motto, founding partner of GWP with current partner Mike Fisher. Vic and Mike hired him to work at Global Wine Partners, which is where Carol Collison and he met. He next moved to Harlan estate. Hear all the lessons he learned leading up to his acquisition of Realm Cellars, which is the subject of Part 2.
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Afternoon Brief, September 15
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 TRENDING STORY California Wines Advances Expert-Level Wine Education with Capstone California Level 4 California Wines today announced the final rollout of Capstone California Level 4, the most [...]
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Franciacorta Celebrates the Winners of the 78th Emmy® Awards
September 15, 2026 (Los Angeles, CA) — Franciacorta raises a glass to the winners of the 78th Emmy® Awards while celebrating its sixth consecutive year as an official partner of [...]
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Lange
Here are the outstanding new wines by Lange. It is my pleasure to share the wines from one of the historic locations in Oregon. It was back in 1987 that Don and Wendy Lange bought a massive property in the Dundee Hills, with sweeping views of the valley. For many years Don crafted his namesake wines for and then his son, Jesse, transitioned into their head winemaker, taking over for his father. Jesse’s formal winemaking training occurred at New Zealand’s Lincoln University while on a student exchange scholarship from Oregon State in 1999. Jesse made world-class wines for years. The new 2024 wines were sensational across the board. I love the 2024 Lange ‘Estate’ Pinot Noir (OB, 95) which is big and well-structured with amazing aging potential. Learn more about these beautiful wines at https://www.langewinery.com/ and here are my reviews of the Lange wines. 2025 Lange ‘Reserve’ Pinot Gris- Stored in all neutral French oak puncheons, the 2025 Lange ‘Reserve’ Pinot Gris offers nutmeg drenc
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Wine News: What I’m Reading the Week of 9/13/26
Hello and welcome to my weekly roundup of the wine stories that I find of interest on the web. I The post Wine News: What I’m Reading the Week of 9/13/26 appeared first on Vinography .
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Why don’t Denver restaurants serve more Colorado wine?
Why don’t Denver restaurants serve more Colorado wine?
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How leading Provence Rosé is adopting fine wine’s playbook
How leading Provence Rosé is adopting fine wine's playbook
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Rock Spur Launches New Estate Tasting Experience in Idaho’s Snake River Valley
New website, expanded membership program, and refreshed brand identity mark the next chapter for the family-owned winery September 15, 2026 (Melba, ID) — Rock Spur, a family-owned winery producing estate-grown [...]
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Libation Expands 2026 Rate the States Wine Competition Series to 14 States
Five new state competitions in Colorado, New York, North Carolina, Ohio and Wisconsin mark the series’ largest expansion to date September 15, 2026 — Libation Magazine & Wine, Beer and [...]
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📺The Ultimate Guide to BEAUJOLAIS CRU Wines: Beyond Beaujolais Nouveau
🍷 My Everyday Go-To Wine Glass: https://amzn.to/3OAQAcW🥂 My Favorite Champagne Wine Glass: https://amzn.to/3qhMLRF🥂 One of My Favorite Wine Glasses: https...
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🎧📺Building a Spot for Somm’s: Popina | The Buildout
How did James O’Brien build the restaurant where seemingly every sommelier in New York wants to drink wine on their night off? The prices are certainly part ...
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Two Estates Wine Collective Appoints Steven Wyngard National Sales Manager
Napa Valley wine company taps veteran sales executive to lead wholesale sales for Cuvaison and Brandlin Estate September 15, 2026 (Napa Valley, CA) — Napa Valley’s family-owned Two Estates Wine Collective (TEWC), [...]
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J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines Introduces ARIEL Sauvignon Blanc, Expanding Its Premium, Alcohol-Removed Wine Portfolio
New Sauvignon Blanc Brings a Bright, Refreshing Expression to the Pioneering ARIEL Vineyards Collection September 15, 2026 (San Jose, CA) — Family-owned and operated J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines announces [...]
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Zeno’s David Hodgson rallying call to take alcohol-free more seriously
Zeno’s David Hodgson rallying call to take alcohol-free more seriously
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Shannon Family of Wines Appoints Carlton Scott as Director of National Accounts, East
September 15, 2026 (Lake County, CA) — We are pleased to announce the newest addition to the Shannon Family of Wines National Accounts Team. Carlton Scott has been appointed Director [...]
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🎧Bordeaux on the Brink Part 2

Behind the Cork™ - Craggy Range Sauvignon Blanc

🎧Austin Hope Wants Paso Robles Wine to Be a Household Name. Here’s Why, Ep 132

Ohmygod–Part 19: Mind Your Privates

As Rheinhessen Turns 210, Its Brand Is Growing Stronger Together

As Rheinhessen Turns 210, Its Brand Is Growing Stronger Together

Drinking Quite Well

In “Savour,” Kristiane Westray reveals: Is smelling whisky different from smelling a glass of wine?

Alexana

Realm’s Scott Becker: Standing on the Shoulders of Giants

Afternoon Brief, September 15

Franciacorta Celebrates the Winners of the 78th Emmy® Awards

Lange

Wine News: What I’m Reading the Week of 9/13/26

Why don’t Denver restaurants serve more Colorado wine?

How leading Provence Rosé is adopting fine wine’s playbook

Rock Spur Launches New Estate Tasting Experience in Idaho’s Snake River Valley

Libation Expands 2026 Rate the States Wine Competition Series to 14 States

📺The Ultimate Guide to BEAUJOLAIS CRU Wines: Beyond Beaujolais Nouveau

🎧📺Building a Spot for Somm’s: Popina | The Buildout

Two Estates Wine Collective Appoints Steven Wyngard National Sales Manager

J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines Introduces ARIEL Sauvignon Blanc, Expanding Its Premium, Alcohol-Removed Wine Portfolio

Zeno’s David Hodgson rallying call to take alcohol-free more seriously

Shannon Family of Wines Appoints Carlton Scott as Director of National Accounts, East