This Week Uncorked

Argentina’s top wine brand Catena is in the spotlight—earning the title of World’s Most Admired Wine Brand 2025 while simultaneously pulling out of the Irish market over controversial new alcohol warning labels. Meanwhile, Mexico’s wine scene is heating up, with Querétaro earning IGP status and L.A. Cetto showcasing just how

From cutting-edge vineyard automation to the cultural celebration of wine, this week’s round-up covers innovation, advocacy, and a touch of controversy. Catch up on Meghan Zobeck’s new role at Opus One, a Napa County policy that has small wineries on edge, and why Millennials may rewrite the collector’s wine canon.

From AI in the vineyards to a chance to win a signed copy of The Wine Bible. We’re talking tariff drama, Chile’s wine glow-up, sustainable sips, and a killer Petite Sirah you’ll want to decant ASAP.

Napa’s small wineries scored a temporary victory as the First District Court of Appeal issued a stay against Napa County’s injunction on Hoopes Winery, signaling potential reversals ahead. Meanwhile, industry giant Constellation considers selling off parts of its wine portfolio amid declining sales, Trump’s tariffs threaten California wineries’ export market,

From luxury resorts and rustic haciendas to bold wineries and unforgettable dining experiences, this guide highlights the best of Baja California’s Valle de Guadalupe and beyond.

This week’s wine news covers a Napa winery’s legal woes, Antinori’s latest vineyard acquisition, and vandals destroying experimental vines in Italy. Plus, we dive into the eye-contact-toasting craze, highlight Trefethen’s stellar Cabernet, and review Joël Robuchon in Vegas—luxurious, pricey, and maybe not worth a repeat visit.

In today’s Wine News Round-Up, the W.H.O. calls for mandatory cancer warnings on alcohol amid contrasting NASEM findings. Decanter questions label impact. Bordeaux vintages disappoint while Napa Cabs shine. Industry trends reveal shifting consumer habits. Foxen Vineyard and Momoyama offer standout experiences in wine and dining. Defining today’s dynamic market.

Spanish and Vietnamese police, with Europol and Interpol, dismantled a fake Rioja wine ring, thanks to a Spanish tourist’s sharp eye. Meanwhile, Simon J Woolf questions the value of wine scores, California reports its lightest grape crush in 20 years, U.S. winery numbers decline slightly, and Coursey Graves shines in

The California wine industry braces for potential labor shortages amid immigration policy shifts, while young consumers show untapped wine interest. Explore wine fridge pricing, service red flags, and Honrama Cellars’ inspiring legacy. Plus, savor Michelin-starred Rebel Omakase’s unforgettable 20+ course experience—though corkage is off the table.

The latest wine industry updates highlight key debates and trends, from tariff discussions to shifting consumer habits. While U.S. winemakers push for fairer competition against low-cost imports, wine lovers can expect great deals in the coming years as sales trends shift and new winemakers rise to prominence.

From a winery caught rebranding Franzia to a biotech breakthrough using chestnut blossoms as a sulfite substitute, the wine world is full of surprises. Add in cross-border grape collaborations, legal challenges over alcohol and cancer, and a spotlight on Halter Ranch Vineyard, and there’s plenty to pour over this week!

From Châteauneuf-du-Pape’s fiery rejection of Dry January to dogs sniffing out vineyard pests in California, the wine world never ceases to surprise. Whether it’s crowd reviews gaining credibility or a $26 Zinfandel claiming top value honors, there’s always something new to raise a glass to.