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Wine Tasting at Melville Winery near Santa Barbara, California
Discover the essence of Melville Winery near Santa Barbara, California. Experience Melville Winery's unique terroir and exceptional wines firsthand.
Jul 11, 2026 · 8 min read
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Why Alquimico bar in Cartagena is Colombia's Greatest Cocktail Bar
Discover Alquimico Cartagena, a top bar in Cartagena known for inventive cocktails and Colombian flavors. Visit Alquimico Cartagena for a unique experience!
Hombeline Guyon: Winemaker, UNESCO Advocate, Third-Generation Steward
Hombeline Guyon, third-generation winemaker at Domaine Antonin Guyon, balances 48 hectares across 25 Côte d'Or appellations with civic leadership, she led communications for Burgundy's 2015 UNESCO climats bid alongside Aubert de Villaine.
Wine News Roundup: Week of 15 June 2026
From frost losses of up to 90% in France and the US to record DWWA medals and a new Alpine festival from Sacha Lichine, here's what shaped the wine world this week.
Barolo 2019 Vintage Report
Barolo 2019 Vintage Report Pull the cork on a 2019 Barolo and something shifts in the glass before you've even lifted it, a depth of color that sits closer to garnet than the pale ruby you'd expect.
Wayfinder Wines Margaret River Opens This August
Wayfinder Wines opens in Cowaramup this August, an off-grid winery and 60-seat farm restaurant with chef Brendan Pratt (Fat Duck, The Ledbury) at the stove.
Monte Rosso Estate Wine Debuts with California's Oldest Cab Block
After decades supplying Sonoma's top producers, Monte Rosso Estate releases its first wines, anchored by a 1940-planted Cabernet Sauvignon block.
Can You Actually Get on the Screaming Eagle List in 2026?
Can You Actually Get on the Screaming Eagle List in 2026? The honest answer is: almost certainly not, and not quickly.
Borgo Laudato Si Wine: The Pope's First 5,000-Bottle Harvest
Pope Leo XIV blessed the inaugural vintage from Borgo Laudato Si, 5,000 bottles of Cabernet Sauvignon grown by refugees at Castel Gandolfo.
How to Visit Krug: Booking the House and What the Tasting Is Like
How to Visit Krug: Planning Your Krug Champagne House Tour and What to Expect Krug does not operate a walk-in cellar door.
Bordeaux 2025 En Primeur: Mouton Leads a Pivotal Week
Mouton Rothschild's €300/bottle release broke the Vinexpo Asia lull — now the 2025 campaign's real collector value question is who priced with discipline.
1892 Château d'Yquem Found Beneath a Czech Castle Chapel
Eight bottles of 1892 and 1896 Château d'Yquem, hidden under a chapel floor during WWII, have resurfaced 'impressively fresh' at Bečov Castle.
2023 Napa Cabernet 100-Point Scores: Five Perfect Wines to Cellar
Decanter's Jonathan Cristaldi awards five perfect 100-point scores to 2023 Napa Cabernets — including Screaming Eagle and Harlan Estate — calling it a vintage for the ages.
Emily Faulconer Brings Chile's Finest to the Okanagan
The winemaker behind Seña and Viñedo Chadwick joins Iconic Wineries of British Columbia as VP, Technical Director — a signal the Okanagan means business.
Beyond Sancerre: 5 Loire Valley Sauvignon Blanc Alternatives Under $30
Sancerre's entry-level bottles now top $40. Here are five appellations—from Menetou-Salon to Styria—delivering the same flinty minerality for $20–$30.
Piper-Heidsieck Marilyn Monroe Cuvée Marks Her Centennial
Piper-Heidsieck's limited-edition Marilyn Monroe cuvée lands June 1, 2026 — estate-approved portrait, hot-stamped signature, $70.99 SRP.
PARAGRAPH Alcohol-Removed Wine Launches June 1 with Familia Muga
Familia Muga, Duncan Shouler, and Steve Arora launch PARAGRAPH — a fine alcohol-removed Tempranillo debuting across five markets on June 1, 2026.
2023 Napa Valley Vintage: The Case for a Collector Pairing
Late harvests, record winter rains, and silky tannins: the 2023 Napa Valley vintage may be the ideal counterpart to 2021 for serious collectors.
González Byass Christie's Auction Opens Its 1846 Bottle Library
For the first time in nearly three decades, González Byass is releasing archive sherries — some dating to 1846 — through a Christie's online sale running 5–19 June.
2025 Wine Tariff Crisis: The Freeze Gripping the Global Trade
U.S. tariff policy changed course multiple times in 2025, halting import orders and costing American producers their #1 export market. Here's what's at stake.
Stalin's Wine Collection: Georgia Plans 40,000-Bottle Auction
Georgia plans to auction ~40,000 bottles from Stalin's Tbilisi cellar — including Romanov-era Bordeaux — with proceeds funding the country's first wine education school.
Chateau Montelena Marks 50 Years Since the Judgment of Paris with Two Debut Releases
Chateau Montelena launches its first sparkling wine and debut brandy to mark 50 years since the 1976 Judgment of Paris — both rooted in the original 1973 vineyards.
Welschriesling & Graševina: Central Europe's Golden Grape
One grape, nine names, six countries—and most wine drinkers still can't place it. Here's why Welschriesling deserves your full attention.
Mezcal for Wine Lovers: Why Agave Belongs in Your Glass
A wine insider makes the case that mezcal's terroir, named varietals, and artisan craft make it the most compelling spirit for serious wine collectors.
2025 Bordeaux En Primeur Releases: The June Surge Begins
After a fragmented May, the 2025 Bordeaux en primeur campaign enters its decisive phase — with Mouton Rothschild and Haut-Brion queued for June.
Wine News Roundup: Week of 25 May 2026
Lafleur exits Pomerol, Clos Pegase reopens in Calistoga, and Timorasso makes its case as Piedmont's most compelling white — plus everything we published this week.
Michelin Guide South Australia 2027: What It Means for Wine Region Dining
Michelin's first Australian guide lands in October — and it covers Barossa, McLaren Vale and Clare Valley, not Sydney or Melbourne.
The Speakeasy Hidden Behind the Fridge: A Review of Paradiso (Barcelona’s Most Famous Bar)
Explore the magic of Paradiso Barcelona, a top cocktail bar blending creativity and storytelling. Discover why Paradiso Barcelona is a must-visit!
La Paulée NYC 2026: Burgundy’s Legendary Festival Took Place March 25-28
La Paulée NYC 2026 ran in Manhattan from March 25 to 28, 2026, with dinners, tastings, seminars, and a Gala Dinner celebrating Burgundy’s leading domaines.
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Discover the best cocktail bars in Paris, where history meets innovation. Explore iconic spots and hidden gems in the vibrant Paris cocktail bar scene.
Tasting at Spottswoode Estate - A Historic St. Helena Legacy with Beth Novak
Spottswoode Estate , located in St. Helena, California, is a family-owned winery with a history dating back to 1882. Known for its iconic Victorian home and organic vineyards, the estate spans 46 acres and produces highly regarded Cabernet Sauvignon and Sauvignon Blanc wines. The estate’s legacy is deeply tied to Mary Novak, who purchased it in 1972 and became a pivotal figure in Napa Valley winemaking after her husband’s passing in 1977. Under her leadership, Spottswoode transitioned to...
An Afternoon Visit to Dominus Estate Winery
The Estate at Dominus The History The site that would eventually become Dominus Estate has a storied past that dates back to the 19th century, long before it gained international renown. Nestled in the heart of Napa Valley, this historic vineyard was part of one of the earliest wine-producing regions in California. The land was originally cultivated by George Yount, the first Euro-American settler in Napa, who planted the valley’s first grapevines in the 1830s. By the 1850s, the land...
Quintonil: Mexico City’s Modern Mexican Masterpiece
An Immersive Two-Michelin-Star Experience in Polanco Located in Mexico City’s upscale Polanco district, Quintonil has secured its status...
La Paulée Verticals Tasting: San Francisco Burgundy Event Archive
A look back at La Paulée San Francisco’s Vertical Tasting, where rare Burgundy flights gave collectors a side-by-side view of domaines, vintages, and terroir.
We Visited 40 Bordeaux Estates - These Were Our Top Wines and Favorites
En Primeur, or "wine futures," is an annual event in Bordeaux where wines are sold before bottling. Wine merchants, critics, and...