Grassroots group forms to boost Oregon organic wine // Hearst and a local group are competing for wine country’s newspaper, The Press Democrat

Farmers estimate about a third of Oregon vineyards grow grapes organically, but only 3% of wineries use the USDA organic label, said Drew Herman, director of viticulture for Alexana Estates Vineyard & Winery.

The Press Democrat, the regional newspaper based in Santa Rosa, California, has long been considered a jewel among small city papers.

A new report, which has brought together some of the world’s leading bartenders, claims there is a bright future for bars, if they can embrace certain key trends.

A preliminary report from the US Department of Agriculture indicates that California's 2024 grape crush is the lowest for 20 years.

Wine clubs should have two budget reports, because clubs (generally) don’t pay as many operating costs as the tasting room.

Dineen Vineyards has named Brian Mackey as winemaker. Mackey spent 14 years at Chateau Ste. Michelle, most recently has head red winemaker.

As the climate warms, wine producers should be asking which grape varieties are best suited to produce the best wine in each place.

Assessment of 2025 dormant season grapevine cold hardiness, focusing on varietal differences in cold tolerance and implications for vineyard management. The findings provide insights to enhance vineyard sustainability amidst challenging winter conditions.

Wild Irishman is at an exciting point. The brand was established in 2006 when Central Otago pioneer, Alan Brady tried and failed to retire—for a second time.

A great story, and great values as well.

Costs are blunting profitability in the wine industry as well as decreasing interest among young buyers.

Amid a declining U.S. wine market and uncertain economic conditions, wines from New Zealand eked out another gain in 2024, according to Impact Databank.

British Columbia has already pulled all U.S. alcohol from shelves, encouraging customers to buy Canadian. Canada is the No. 1 export market for Washington wine.

Why do wine grape producers stick to their vines despite facing tough economic times and having more profitable options?

Vini Venturini has left Le Famiglie Storiche, an association of historic Amarone producers, while Bertani has now joined the organisation.

Maxville Estate Winery is proud to announce the appointment of Scott Meadows as Chief Executive Officer and Bill Leigon as President.

In the third part of his analysis on 2025 cru bourgeois reclassification, Colin Hay evaluates the wines themselves and asks if the reclassification exercise been well done.

When it comes to rosé, it's not all about being pretty in pink, sometimes loud and brash is the order of the day.