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Top 10 Countries with the Heaviest Wine Import Tariffs in 2025

Examples of these challenges include the United States’ proposed 200% tariff on European wines, China’s recently lifted 218% tariffs on Australian wines, and the consistently high import duties imposed by emerging markets such as India and Indonesia (OIV, 2024). These key examples illustrate how wine often becomes entangled in broader economic and geopolitical conflicts. Below […]

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Women in Wine Talks Interview With: Melissa Marotta-Paolicelli and Angela Marotta of Two Sisters Vineyards – Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON

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Discover Two Sisters Vineyards Located in the heart of Niagara-on-the-Lake’s renowned wine region,Two Sisters Vineyards exemplifies the Marotta family’s steadfast commitment to achieving excellence in both viticulture and hospitality. Established by sisters Melissa Marotta-Paolicelli and Angela Marotta, the winery embodies their shared vision of producing ultra-premium wines that honour the distinctive terroir of the Niagara

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Liz Palmer Announces “Celebrating Women in Wine” Series

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In recognition of March as “International Women’s History Month,” I have selected several industry-leading women from around the world to interview—women who have made their mark and continue to excel in the wine industry. This one-month celebration will extend into April, given the abundance of inspiring stories to share. Throughout this series, I will publish

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Alto Adige Wines Earn Outstanding Recognition in Global Wine Guides

Articles, Italian Wine, News, Tourism, Travel, Wine, Wine Marketing, Wine News, Wine Tourism, Wines of Israel / liz admin

The latest editions of some of the world’s most renowned wine guides, including Wine Enthusiast, Falstaff Weinguide, Gault&Millau, and VINUM Weinguide, have reinforced Alto Adige’s reputation as a premier Italian wine region, awarding an impressive 145 top ratings (95 points or higher on a 100-point scale), a significant rise from 99 last year. “We are

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Nine Wine Regions Unite to Form “The Global AVA”

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A few weeks ago, the Global Artisan Vintners Alliance (Global AVA) was announced, comprising nine prominent wine regions from around the world as its founding members. The Global AVA has been established with the objective of fostering a mutually beneficial and sustainable alliance among the member regions. This collaboration unites wine regions from various parts

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Wine Review: Tedeschi Amarone della Valpolicella 2021 – Liz Palmer

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Tasting Notes: This wine is a Symphony of Flavors, showcasing a deep, dark inky red hue that captivates. On the nose, it reveals an intricate bouquet of dark cherry, dried fig, and grilled herbs, intertwined with subtle hints of dark chocolate and spice. The palate is a harmonious blend of savory and sweet, with flavors

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Air New Zealand Debutes Premium Wine Label “Thirteen Forty Five”

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Air New Zealand has recently introduced an exclusive new wine label, “Thirteen Forty Five,” available exclusively to its passengers. Thirteen Forty Five was named in tribute to a significant milestone in the airline’s history – the inaugural flight from Auckland to Sydney in 1940, which covered 1345 miles. Operated by Air New Zealand’s predecessor, TEAL

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Champagne Pairings for British Pie Week: Elevate Your Culinary Experience

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One of the most delectable weeks of the year for me is British Pie Week! This tempting celebration happens during the first week of March! Did you know that pie shops have been a staple of British culinary culture since the 18th century, especially in London and surrounding areas? This week is the perfect excuse

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Austrian Wine: The 2024 Vintage – Ripe Wines, Small Harvest

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After the weather proved to be particularly capricious during 2024, including late frosts, hailstorms and heavy rain, the year ended on a conciliatory note with a very beautiful late summer and autumn. Winemakers managed to bring in the majority of the main harvest in favourable conditions. Although harvest volumes were low, the wines they produced

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Valpolicella Charts New Path: Amarone’s Journey from Volume to Value

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On February 1 and 2, the Valpolicella Wine Consortium celebrated the 20th anniversary of Amarone Opera Prima with world-renowned tenor Vittorio Grigolo, a former Sistine Chapel soloist and Arena Opera Festival star since 2013. The two-day event, hosted in the 17th-century Gran Guardia building on Piazza Brà, featured 70 producers. Consortium President Christian Marchesini focused

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Women in Wine Talks Interview With: Melissa Marotta-Paolicelli and Angela Marotta of Two Sisters Vineyards – Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON

Liz Palmer Announces “Celebrating Women in Wine” Series

Alto Adige Wines Earn Outstanding Recognition in Global Wine Guides

Nine Wine Regions Unite to Form “The Global AVA”

Wine Review: Tedeschi Amarone della Valpolicella 2021 – Liz Palmer

Air New Zealand Debutes Premium Wine Label “Thirteen Forty Five”

Champagne Pairings for British Pie Week: Elevate Your Culinary Experience

Austrian Wine: The 2024 Vintage – Ripe Wines, Small Harvest

Valpolicella Charts New Path: Amarone’s Journey from Volume to Value

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