“Last week, I watched the episode of The West Wing where President Bartlet calls the Butterball hotline and is arguing with them,” …
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The results are in, and the 2026 midterm elections delivered a blue wave—nay, tsunami, with Democrats taking control of both the House …
“The moment we start spinning the cocktail, you can see guests’ expressions change,” says Greta Bazzichi, bartender at Giacosa 1815 in Florence, …
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We Asked 14 Bartenders: What Bottle Is a ‘Green Flag’ When You See It at a Bar? (2026)
by AiNewsBlogby AiNewsBlogWhen you visit a bar for the first time, there’s always a slight possibility you may leave disappointed. It’s a chance you’re …
Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter Burgundy is as rooted as places get, …
Ask a bartender how they feel about the government managing the sale and distribution of alcohol, and you’re likely to get an …
Follow us Add us as a preferred source on Google Newsletter Subscribe to our newsletter Tens of millions of years ago, the …
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We Asked 10 Sommeliers: What’s the Most Underrated Sauvignon Blanc? (2026)
by AiNewsBlogby AiNewsBlogAs one of the most popular wines on the market, Sauvignon Blanc takes up plenty of shelf space in stores. And between …
Given the recent surge in popularity of Emilia Romagna’s sparkling red Lambrusco wines, it may come as a surprise to discover that …
Haram Svorte was crowned in Lisbon on 16 October after a final staged before a live audience at the historic Coliseu dos …
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Livermore Valley, American Wine Region of the Year, Is Making Wine Joyful
by AiNewsBlogby AiNewsBlogLivermore Valley, California, is being recognized as Wine Enthusiast’s 2026 American Wine Region of the Year. But what makes this year different …
The fishing line unfurls behind you. You gently push your arm and fishing rod forward and let the line unwind. It gracefully …
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With Over 100,000 Bottles, This Basque Cellar Is Like a Museum for Wine Lovers
by AiNewsBlogby AiNewsBlogOn the top of a hill at the edge of La Concha Bay in San Sebastián, Spain, you’ll find Rekondo, a quaint …
Winner’s Toolkit Wine Star Awards 2026 Meet the winners of Wine Enthusiast’s 27th annual Wine Star Awards For more than a quarter …
On Wednesday, The 50, formerly known as 50 Best, announced its highly anticipated annual list of the World’s 50 Best Bars. At …
Collectors competed for a piece of Bordeaux history at a Sotheby’s auction in Paris on 1 October, as Château Haut-Brion released wines …
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Bullish Industry Pros Are Turning Wine’s Slump into a Shopping Spree
by AiNewsBlogby AiNewsBlogWe’ve all seen the headlines: consumption is slumping, buyers are scarce, and the wine market is no longer flush with cash. This …
This month’s book has been sitting on my desk for some time – undeservedly having to wait its turn to appear here. …
Key Points Pop-up franchises like Black Lagoon help bars extend single-night Halloween crowds into a lucrative, month-long revenue stream. Immersive seasonal menus …
Today on the “VinePair Podcast,” Adam and Zach discuss whether collecting wine, beer, and spirits has gone from a classy and refined …
It’s no wonder travelers are increasingly combining serious cycling and wine. The same geographic attributes that make for exhilarating pedaling—steep hills, sweeping …
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5 Underrated Gin Cocktails, From a Martini Riff to a Tropical Fizz
by AiNewsBlogby AiNewsBlogBetween the bar world’s enduring Martini madness and the fact that Negronis can now be found in every flavor, from rhubarb to …
In 1964, Italian filmmaker and poet Pier Paolo Pasolini embarked on an ambitious project. He wanted to make a movie that told …
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Apothic Collabs With Halloween Queen Heidi Klum for Seasonal Wine Bag Release
by AiNewsBlogby AiNewsBlogThe newest trick (and treat) from E&J Gallo’s Apothic Wine is a bloody bag of red wine. Ahead of October, the brand …
Over the past 30 years or so, craft beer evolved from a semi-obscure curiosity to a known commodity. Perhaps more importantly, it’s …
In recent years we have examined the decennial anniversaries of Bordeaux vintages that have yielded a broad spectrum of success from the …
Today on the “VinePair Podcast,” Adam, Joanna, and Zach discuss the Campari Group’s latest foray into the U.S. spritz market: Sarti Rosa. …
Great wine starts in the vineyard, or so the saying goes. Although undoubtedly true, what it fails to acknowledge is that people …
Seneca Lake Wine Trail Stretching along the shores of Seneca Lake in New York’s Finger Lakes, the Seneca Lake Wine Trail is …
