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October 12, 2026 – Why California Wineries Are Giving Away Pinot Noir
Crashing bulk wine prices force California growers to give away Pinot Noir and clear vineyards, even as Oregon's Rogue Valley claims top national honors. Meanwhile, Chinese critic Alexandre Ma revolutionizes Eastern wine reviews, and Sicily's widely planted Catarratto grape finally captures the global spotlight....
Troon Vineyard
Troon Vineyard brings Southern Oregon’s Applegate Valley to downtown McMinnville through a focused biodynamic wine bar built around estate-grown Rhône and Mediterranean varieties. Its combination of certified regenerative farming, minimal-intervention cellar work, broad stylistic range, and informed hospitality makes it a distinctive alternative to the Pinot Noir-centered tasting rooms surrounding it....
October 5, 2026 – Counterfeit Wine Could Be Hiding in Plain Sight
The U.S. wine market faces its fifth straight year of volume decline, dropping below 300 million cases. Meanwhile, AI technology is revolutionizing wine authentication and taste mapping, counterfeiters target mass-market brands, and Wales pushes to establish the world’s first official natural wine appellation....
Telaya Wine Co.
Telaya Wine Co. combines an urban Garden City winery with a riverside tasting room on the Boise Greenbelt. Founded by Earl and Carrie Sullivan, it produces wines from Idaho and Washington fruit, with particular emphasis on structured reds, vineyard-designated bottlings, and a hospitality program built around flexible flights, events, and wine club access....
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October 12, 2026 – Why California Wineries Are Giving Away Pinot Noir
Crashing bulk wine prices force California growers to give away Pinot Noir and clear vineyards, even as Oregon's Rogue Valley claims top national honors. Meanwhile, Chinese critic Alexandre Ma revolutionizes Eastern wine reviews, and Sicily's widely planted Catarratto grape finally captures the global spotlight....
October 5, 2026 – Counterfeit Wine Could Be Hiding in Plain Sight
The U.S. wine market faces its fifth straight year of volume decline, dropping below 300 million cases. Meanwhile, AI technology is revolutionizing wine authentication and taste mapping, counterfeiters target mass-market brands, and Wales pushes to establish the world’s first official natural wine appellation....
September 27, 2026 – Gen Z Is Drinking More Than You’ve Been Told
New research debunks the myth of Gen Z alcohol moderation while revealing Boomers are actually drinking less, as traditional wine clubs face stalling growth. Internationally, Russia launches a massive, 4.2-hectare "wine Disneyland" on the Black Sea, and Portugal pioneers immersive underwater wine tourism off the Alentejo Coast....
Wineries
Troon Vineyard
Troon Vineyard brings Southern Oregon’s Applegate Valley to downtown McMinnville through a focused biodynamic wine bar built around estate-grown Rhône and Mediterranean varieties. Its combination of certified regenerative farming, minimal-intervention cellar work, broad stylistic range, and informed hospitality makes it a distinctive alternative to the Pinot Noir-centered tasting rooms surrounding it....
Telaya Wine Co.
Telaya Wine Co. combines an urban Garden City winery with a riverside tasting room on the Boise Greenbelt. Founded by Earl and Carrie Sullivan, it produces wines from Idaho and Washington fruit, with particular emphasis on structured reds, vineyard-designated bottlings, and a hospitality program built around flexible flights, events, and wine club access....
SCORIA Vineyards
SCORIA Vineyards is a family-owned Caldwell winery focused on estate-grown red varieties, including Malbec, Petit Verdot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Merlot. Its Sunnyslope property combines a multigenerational farming background, views toward the Owyhee Mountains, accessible tasting options, and a customizable allocation club....
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The Cork and Journey Guide to Santa Barbara County
Spanning from the inland valleys to downtown Santa Barbara's Funk Zone, this guide covers the county's transverse geography, varying microclimates, and more than 60 grape varieties. It provides a practical overview of the wineries, dining, and accommodations available across this Central Coast wine region....
The Cork and Journey Guide to Texas Hill Country
Explore the sprawling vineyards of the High Plains and the charming tasting rooms of the Hill Country. This guide covers the region's best warm-climate wines, top-rated boutique wineries, and unforgettable dining spots, proving Texas is a world-class destination for wine and food lovers.
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The Cork & Journey Guide to Napa Valley
Napa Valley is a compact California wine region with a rare Mediterranean climate and diverse soils. Famous for its Cabernet Sauvignon, the valley produces over 34 grape varieties. Visitors can explore a wide mix of historic estates, boutique wineries, and highly acclaimed restaurants across the area....
Interviews
Inside Crown Point Vineyards With Winemaker Simon Faury
Winemaker Simon Faury takes us inside Crown Point Vineyards to share his journey from Barolo and Bordeaux to California, along with his philosophy on crafting elegant, expressive Cabernet without chasing scores. He also breaks down the realities of today’s wine industry, from restaurant pricing to market saturation, and why he believes the future of California wine is shifting toward balance, drinkability, and authenticity.
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Ian Cauble on Somm, Failure, Triumph, and the Rise of The Caubleist
Famed SOMM documentary star Ian Cauble is entering his most personal chapter yet with his new daily platform, The Caubleist. Reflecting on his journey from competitive tennis to mastering the grid, Cauble critiques the limitations of the 100-point scoring scale and shares lessons learned from leaving a dream gig at Krug....
Winemaker Rémi Jean Reveals the Secrets of Château La Nerthe in Châteauneuf-du-Pape
Château La Nerthe’s Managing Director and Winemaker, Rémi Jean, dives into the estate's 500-year history, from pioneering organic farming in 1998 to mastering all 13 iconic grape varieties. Jean shares his minimal-intervention philosophy, addresses the realities of climate change, and discusses the balanced, expressive profile of the 2023 vintage....