Wine Trends

“Dinner of the Thousand” – Bolgheri’s 30-Year Legacy at the Iconic Viale dei Cipressi

On September 4, 2024, Bolgheri, the small yet iconic wine region on the Tuscan coast, celebrated a significant milestone: 30 years of the Bolgheri and Bolgheri Sassicaia Denomination of Origin Control (DOC). This memorable evening took place at the breathtaking Viale dei Cipressi, symbolizing Bolgheri’s dedication to wine excellence and its reputation as a global […]

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The Brazil Selection by the Concours Mondial de Bruxelles (CMB) 2024 has officially concluded!

The Brazil Selection by the Concours Mondial de Bruxelles (CMB) 2024 has officially concluded in São Paulo, Brazil.  This session ran from October 21 to 23. This year’s edition featured: – 450 wine and spirit samples – Representing 18 states of Brazil – Jurors from 6 countries A key feature of the CMB is its

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Wine Travel Made Easy: Lazenne Wine Suitcase Review

Protecting Your Wines on the Go As a professional wine journalist and frequent flier, I’ve had my fair share of experiences hauling wine bottles across the globe – nothing has compared to the ease and confidence I’ve found with the Lazenne 12-bottle Wine Suitcase. Lazenne has long been celebrated for its commitment to quality and

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Five Food and Drink Trends for 2025 from Bidfood +CGA by NIQ

Bidfood, a leading foodservice provider in the UK, has published its forecast of key food and beverage trends for the out-of-home market in 2025. CGA by NIQ, a research firm, served as Bidfood’s strategic research partner for this annual trend report. As well as value, quality and elevated experiences, this year’s trends are influenced by

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Insights from the 8th UNWTO Global Wine Tourism Conference – Wine Travel Awards

Nestled in the scenic landscapes of Armenia, the 8th UNWTO Global Conference on Wine Tourism recently convened, gathering luminaries from the Wine Travel Awards (WTA) community, including Prof. Gergely Szolnoki, Liz Palmer, Paul Wagner, and Alder Yarrow, among others. This year’s theme, “Heritage in Every Bottle,” brilliantly highlighted how ancient winemaking traditions are being revitalized

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Exploring Switzerland’s Most Unique Vineyard Stays

As the harvest season approaches, Switzerland’s Grape Escapes program uncorks a selection of over sixty exceptional and unique accommodations. These range from boutique châteaux to rustic vigneron cottages, and from avant-garde “birdboxes” to transparent “bubble” retreats – all offering an all-inclusive oenophile’s paradise. The common thread? Each stay is deeply rooted in viticulture and terroir.

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New Study Shows Growing Visitor Diversity and Spending in Napa Valley

Visit Napa Valley just announced the release of its 2023 Visitor Profile and Economic Impact Study. The research report finds that visitor spending and related tax revenue have surpassed pre-pandemic levels, highlighting the Napa Valley’s positive trajectory in tourism recovery following the devastating global COVID-19 pandemic and California wildfires. Among the key findings in the

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New study shows wine consumption does not increase cancer or mortality risk in healthy adults over 60

A study published this week in JAMA Network Open and conducted by researchers based at the Autonomous University of Madrid, Harvard and other institutions investigates the impact of alcohol consumption on mortality among older adults, particularly focusing on those with health-related or socioeconomic vulnerabilities. The findings reveal that even what is typically considered low-risk drinking

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Celebrating Pioneering Young Women in Wine: A Journey Through Four Exceptional Wine Gems of Italy

In the world of wine, the contributions of young women or vignaiole Italiane continue to shape the industry in profound ways. From across Italy’s rolling vineyards, these remarkable women are creating wines that speak of tradition, innovation, and a deep connection to the land. Here, we spotlight four extraordinary wineries led by passionate young women

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Concours Mondial de Bruxelles – Guanajuato, Mexico – Key Highlights

I was trilled to participate in the prestigious Concours Mondial de Bruxelles in Guanajuato, Mexico, just two months ago! Some key points: The wines were blind-tasted by wine trade, including buyers, journalists, wine merchants, and oenologists, who were selected by the CMB, representing 45 nationalities. We tasted over 7,500 red and white wines from 42

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