Wine Counterfeiter Rudy Kurniawan’s Stake in Burgundy Vineyards Is Sold (Wine Spectator)

lundi 29 février 2016

Vintner Etienne de Montille has purchased convicted felon's shares in vineyard partnership from the U.S. government Wine Counterfeiter Rudy Kurniawan’s Stake in Burgundy Vineyards Is Sold (Wine Spectator)

Blackberry Farm Proprietor Sam Beall Dies at 39 (Wine Spectator)

vendredi 26 février 2016

Son of Ruby Tuesday founder built one of the world's top food-and-wine destinations in Tennessee's Smoky Mountains Blackberry Farm Proprietor Sam Beall Dies at 39 (Wine Spectator)

Sommelier Talk: Renzo Rapacioli of Barbetta (Wine Spectator)

Over 56 years pouring for the likes of Sinatra and Richard Burton, this old-school somm has overseen some of New York's most influential wine lists, and he's got stories Sommelier Talk: Renzo Rapacioli of Barbetta (Wine Spectator)

Gallo Inks Distribution Deal with Barolo's Renato Ratti Winery (Wine Spectator)

jeudi 25 février 2016

Top Piedmont producer will join Gallo's growing luxury import group Gallo Inks Distribution Deal with Barolo's Renato Ratti Winery (Wine Spectator)

Unfiltered: New Wine Workout: Pick Up a Bottle and Get Fit (Wine Spectator)

Plus, the Postal Service issues a Pinot Noir, a new generation takes over at Bordeaux's Angélus, Premiere Napa Valley raises $5 million, and California’s newest AVA Unfiltered: New Wine Workout: Pick Up a Bottle and Get Fit (Wine Spectator)

China's Internet Billionaire Buys Bordeaux Wine Château for More Than $16 Million (Wine Spectator)

Alibaba founder Jack Ma purchases Château de Sours, the first step in plans to build a large Bordeaux operation China's Internet Billionaire Buys Bordeaux Wine Château for More Than $16 Million (Wine Spectator)

Is California Wine Poisoning You With Arsenic? Scientists Say No, Lawyers Say Yes (Wine Spectator)

mercredi 24 février 2016

New research finds that even the wines named in a class-action lawsuit would be safe to drink, but the case continues Is California Wine Poisoning You With Arsenic? Scientists Say No, Lawyers Say Yes (Wine Spectator)

Tuck Beckstoffer Wines Buys Napa Valley's Dancing Hares Vineyard (Wine Spectator)

mardi 23 février 2016

The second generation of the Beckstoffer family finds a new home for his labels, will continue making Dancing Hares wines Tuck Beckstoffer Wines Buys Napa Valley's Dancing Hares Vineyard (Wine Spectator)

8 & $20 Recipe: French Onion Filet Mignon and Syrah (Wine Spectator)

Get two meals in one out of a traditional soup turned into a steak sauce 8 & $20 Recipe: French Onion Filet Mignon and Syrah (Wine Spectator)

Peter Mondavi, Napa Valley Wine Pioneer, Dies at 101 (Wine Spectator)

dimanche 21 février 2016

Winemaker led Charles Krug Winery, first with brother Robert's help, then on his own, for more than five decades Peter Mondavi, Napa Valley Wine Pioneer, Dies at 101 (Wine Spectator)

OperaWine 2016 Showcases 100 Top Italian Wineries (Wine Spectator)

vendredi 19 février 2016

A tasting of great wines, organized by Wine Spectator, headlines this spring's Vinitaly wine fair in Verona OperaWine 2016 Showcases 100 Top Italian Wineries (Wine Spectator)

Southern Rhône's Cairanne Village Elevated to 'Cru' Status (Wine Spectator)

Appellation change means Côtes-du-Rhône Villages wines from the village can now be labeled Cairanne Southern Rhône's Cairanne Village Elevated to 'Cru' Status (Wine Spectator)

Napa's Realm Cellars Purchases Hartwell Estate's Winery (Wine Spectator)

jeudi 18 février 2016

Bob Hartwell looks to step back while Realm's Juan Mercado finds a permanent home in Stags Leap Napa's Realm Cellars Purchases Hartwell Estate's Winery (Wine Spectator)

Unfiltered: Stephen Colbert, Fred Armisen Review Foghat Wines on 'The Late Show' (Wine Spectator)

Plus, a brief history of wine in space, and a French cooperative fined for illegal rosé production Unfiltered: Stephen Colbert, Fred Armisen Review Foghat Wines on 'The Late Show' (Wine Spectator)

An Open Letter to Wine Lovers: What Do You Want From Wine? (Wine Spectator)

mardi 16 février 2016

It's a simple question. Or is it? An Open Letter to Wine Lovers: What Do You Want From Wine? (Wine Spectator)

13 Restaurants for Après-Ski Wine Bliss (Wine Spectator)

After hitting the slopes, chill out with a glass at these restaurants 13 Restaurants for Après-Ski Wine Bliss (Wine Spectator)

Sommelier Talk: Maria Papp of Detroit's Rattlesnake Club (Wine Spectator)

vendredi 12 février 2016

This somm grew up stomping grapes in Hungary and now introduces French auto execs to Michigan pours Sommelier Talk: Maria Papp of Detroit's Rattlesnake Club (Wine Spectator)

Wine Spectator Releases Free App for Values (Wine Spectator)

Xvalues, for iPhones and iPads, spotlights highly rated, affordably priced wines that are easy to find Wine Spectator Releases Free App for Values (Wine Spectator)

Scientists Gain New Understanding of Vine-Killing Pierce's Disease (Wine Spectator)

But in California's Central Valley, vintners are facing a growing problem Scientists Gain New Understanding of Vine-Killing Pierce's Disease (Wine Spectator)

Unfiltered: Backstage at the Oscars with Piper-Heidsieck (Wine Spectator)

jeudi 11 février 2016

Plus, Fabio woos lonely Valentines with Dom Pérignon, more juicy details from retailer Premier Cru's bankruptcy proceedings, and wine regions take to the Web with new wine-themed domain names Unfiltered: Backstage at the Oscars with Piper-Heidsieck (Wine Spectator)

From Wine to Chocolate, With Love (Wine Spectator)

Learn how to better taste and pair for Valentine’s Day From Wine to Chocolate, With Love (Wine Spectator)

Federal Ponzi Scheme Investigation Follows Bankruptcy for Beleaguered Wine Retailer (Wine Spectator)

mercredi 10 février 2016

While FBI considers subpoenas, Premier Cru’s president files for personal bankruptcy as well Federal Ponzi Scheme Investigation Follows Bankruptcy for Beleaguered Wine Retailer (Wine Spectator)

8 & $20 Recipe: White Wine–Steamed Mussels With Beans and Vegetables (Wine Spectator)

mardi 9 février 2016

A dry Chenin Blanc enhances shellfish and hearty root veggies 8 & $20 Recipe: White Wine–Steamed Mussels With Beans and Vegetables (Wine Spectator)

Giacomo Tachis, Leader of Renaissance in Italian Wines, Dies at 82 (Wine Spectator)

lundi 8 février 2016

Father of modern winemaking in Italy made Tignanello, Sassicaia, Solaia Giacomo Tachis, Leader of Renaissance in Italian Wines, Dies at 82 (Wine Spectator)

Foley Family Wines Buys Chalone Vineyards (Wine Spectator)

Diageo sells historic Monterey County winery and its 240 acres of vines as it retreats from wine Foley Family Wines Buys Chalone Vineyards (Wine Spectator)

White Truffle and Cheese Risotto for Valentine's Day (Wine Spectator)

vendredi 5 février 2016

Spoil your sweetheart with luxury ingredients and 14 Italian reds and sparklers White Truffle and Cheese Risotto for Valentine's Day (Wine Spectator)

Napa's Peju Acquires Acacia Vineyard and Winery Facility from Diageo (Wine Spectator)

jeudi 4 février 2016

Deal gives Rutherford producer a new winery in Carneros; Peju plans to start new wine label there Napa's Peju Acquires Acacia Vineyard and Winery Facility from Diageo (Wine Spectator)

Unfiltered: Grad Students Battle for Left Bank Bordeaux Cup (Wine Spectator)

Plus, Naples Winter Wine Festival raises $11.1 million, 'Thirsty Dragon' wins the André Simon Award, a Michigan wine distributor pitches in clean water for Flint, Burgundy's Erwan Faiveley sets sail, and more Unfiltered: Grad Students Battle for Left Bank Bordeaux Cup (Wine Spectator)

Tapping the Potential of Wine in Kegs (Wine Spectator)

mercredi 3 février 2016

Restaurants and wineries increasingly see wine on tap as the future of by-the-glass service Tapping the Potential of Wine in Kegs (Wine Spectator)

The Youngest Millennial Just Turned 21. What Does That Mean for Wine? (Wine Spectator)

mardi 2 février 2016

Two in-depth looks at the American wine market offer a glimpse of how young drinkers, now the largest segment of wine drinkers, are driving trends The Youngest Millennial Just Turned 21. What Does That Mean for Wine? (Wine Spectator)

When Wine Enthusiasm Becomes Obsession: The Line Between Nudnik and Knowing (Wine Spectator)

It's a fine line. Have you crossed it? When Wine Enthusiasm Becomes Obsession: The Line Between Nudnik and Knowing (Wine Spectator)

Italian Police Uncover Counterfeit Champagne Scheme (Wine Spectator)

Raid finds thousands of bottles of cheap bubbly labeled as Moët & Chandon; investigation is ongoing Italian Police Uncover Counterfeit Champagne Scheme (Wine Spectator)