The Shutdowns Reveal Big Possibilities for Small-Format Bottles

An unexpected side effect of the 2020 pandemic is a renewed interest in small format wines. Learn why 375-ml bottles, a half bottle, is making a comeback...

New Studies Reveal the Diversity of the Maritime-Influenced Livermore Valley

One of the most memorable times in my adult life when I felt the coldest despite being in above-freezing temperatures, was in the Livermore Valley. The occasion was an evening outdoor concert in the month of September, featuring jazz pianist and singer Diana Krall. The grape-growing season in this part of the Bay Area was still in full swing and the clusters hanging on so many vines nearby needed more warm weather to fully ripen...

Colorado's Wine and Cannabis Industries Reel from Wildfire Smoke and Ash

As Colorado's wildfires rage on, winemakers and those in the cannabis industry are learning how the blazes and the smoke taint could impact their crops...

Les Domaines Paul Mas: Rural Luxury in Languedoc

Tipped Wages and Supreme Court Cases: A Labor History of U.S. Bartenders

The Covid–19 pandemic has made it clear that things need to change for bar and restaurant workers. Learn about other crucial moments here...

California's Top 10 Collectible Wines

Here are the top California wines collectors seek out, plus tips on how to store your high-end bottles and where to find vintage wines...