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March 6, 2026
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Why Collectors Are Seeking Small-Batch, Story-Led Wines

The fine-wine landscape is experiencing a fundamental shift. While blue-chip estates continue to dominate, collector preferences are diversifying. Bordeaux, Burgundy, and the Rhône have seen their combined auction share...

March 6, 2026
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The Comeback Grape: Why Serious Merlot Is Finally Getting Its Due

Credit: cristianoalessandro / Getty Images Key Takeaways Once dismissed after the movie Sideways, Merlot is quietly regaining prestige as top producers from Napa to Bordeaux and Bolgheri showcase its...

March 5, 2026
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Susie Bynum, Third Generation Wine Professional and Daughter of Famed Russian River Pinot Noir Pioneer Davis Bynum, Launches New Collection Defined by Family Heritage, Passion, Craftsmanship, and a Pioneering Spirit

Susie Bynum Wines is a distinctly modern voice in the world of wine that builds on her father’s legacy with a portfolio of iconic California terroirs SONOMA, Calif., March...

March 5, 2026
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The Hands Down Best Red Wine Under $20 At Sam’s Club, According To A Sommelier

Hand pouring a glass of red wine – il21/Shutterstock One of the perks of shopping at wholesale retailers like Sam’s Club is the deals, including on your booze of...

March 4, 2026
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The science of grapes A Georgian woman brings her passion to winemaking

Conclusion Learning in the field – Advertisement – For Sophio, hands-on training, covering topics ranging from pheromone application to careful pruning techniques, has been one of the program’s most...

March 3, 2026
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Argentinian-style red wine wins top honors at AZ Wine Competition

Phil and Kim Asmundson liked the unique wines made in Argentina so much, the couple purchased a vineyard there. Then, they realized that the same weather and soil conditions...

March 2, 2026
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Gwyneth Paltrow visits Vail during Meiomi Wines event

From left: Greg Umlas, Stacy Weisgerber, Gwyneth Paltrow, Helen Kurtz, John Sutton and Charlotte Beriker attend the Meiomi Club Noir VIP Event on Feb. 26 in Vail. Tom Cooper/Getty...

March 1, 2026
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Wine Watch: Swiss wines for fondue (and ski) season

A slightly bittersweet heads-up that this will be my last Wine Watch column for DutchNews (at least for now). It’s been a wonderful year-and-a-half, during which I’ve delighted in...

March 1, 2026
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Make This Slow Cooker Mulled Riesling Instead

Mulled wine is a hallmark of cold-weather entertaining, but if you’re like us (nervous about getting red wine spilled all over your home by your guests), this spiced white...

February 28, 2026
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6 White Wine Vinegar Brands, Ranked Worst To Best

There are some ingredients that just about every home cook should have on hand (including beginners). And white wine vinegar, which is one of many types of vinegar, is one...