Great strides have been made to open all 50 of the United States to winery-to-consumer direct shipping – and we’re almost there! But while much of the focus is on states that ban direct shipping, there is still work to be done in several other states that maintain...
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Stephen Arnold Joins Bottega Napa Valley’s Seasoned Leadership Team as Wine Director
(November 10, 2025, YOUNTVILLE, Calif.)—Rich Frank and John Hansen, owners of Bottega Napa Valley, are pleased to announce that Stephen Arnold has joined the team as Wine Director. In his role, [...]
🎧📺Do We Need More Bottle Shots on Social?
Adam, Joanna, and Zach debate a recent piece about sommeliers posting shots of the bottles they've sold on social media. Is this a viable marketing strategy,...
Umpqua Wineries Shift Focus for Thanksgiving Weekend, Inviting Locals to Explore the Valley
ROSEBURG, OREGON – Nov. 2, 2025 – The Umpqua Valley Winegrowers Association (UVWA) is proud to announce the renaming of its annual Thanksgiving open house event to Winesgiving Weekend in [...]
The 2025 Golden Vines® Award Winners Announced at the Golden Vines Gala in Miami on 8 November
SATURDAY, 8 NOVEMBER 2025, MIAMI | Organised by Liquid Icons, The 2025 Golden Vines Awards, celebrating excellence in the fine wine and spirits industries, were presented during an unforgettable awards ceremony at the [...]
My Brother-in-Law Just Got Sober. I Want to Support Him, but I Want Wine With My Thanksgiving Turkey More.
My Brother-in-Law Just Got Sober. I Want to Support Him, but I Want Wine With My Thanksgiving Turkey More.
Cellar 33 Unveils a Bold Global Portfolio at ProWine India 2025, Introducing New Frontiers and Award-Winning Producers
Mumbai, 10th November 2025 – In one of its most dynamic showcases to date, Cellar 33 captivated the Indian wine and spirits community at ProWine India 2025, presenting an exceptional global selection that redefined authenticity, [...]
Bourgogne: A Fascinating 2025 Vintage
What an extraordinary year 2025 has turned out to be! While Bourgogne’s winegrowers regret a harvest that fell short in volume, they remain amazed by the unusual conditions that shaped [...]
O’Neill Vintners & Distillers Leaders Recognized for Advancing Sustainability and Innovation in Wine
Jeff O’Neill and Christina Rivera-Glenn named 2025 Industry Leader LARKSPUR, Calif., November 10, 2025 – O’Neill Vintners & Distillers today announced that two of its senior leaders, Founder & CEO Jeff O’Neill and [...]
