It’s no secret that I am a fan of the wines of Vinhos Verdes DOC. Last year, I did a deep dive into the white wines of the region for two TV appearances, and my understanding and appreciation [...]
I am honored to introduce Chasity Cooper; writer, author, and wine culture expert based in Chicago.Chasity makes the world of wine more accessible by capturing stories of its places and people. Her recently published book, Wine Convo Generator, is [...]
Earth Day, Apr 22, 2024 — Gear up to toast to Mother Earth! With Earth Day just around the corner, we prepare to celebrate our planet's beauty and resilience by sipping on wines that embody sustainability and eco-consciousness. Earth [...]
In recognition of the upcoming anniversary of the May 24, 1976 Judgment of Paris wine competition I am dedicating my next two TV segments to Great American Wines. This historic event, held in celebration of the American Bicentennial in Paris, [...]
They Go High We Go Low A sommelier approaches, a wine bottle wrapped in a brown paper bag in her left hand. Scotch tape secures the bag around the bottle's neck, swirls around its cylinder middle and grips the bottom. [...]
Shall We Wine is creating a space for wine enthusiasts, professionals and newbies other voices to share their wine stories. As part of our 'Women in Wine' focus, we introduce you to Elvira Fonz Gutiérrez, who shares part of [...]
This Women's History Month, I would like to highlight winemaker Justine Osilla of Kabayan Wines. Among the more than 4,200 wineries dotting the Californian landscape, only (a notable yet modest) 14% boast female winemakers at their helm. This statistic [...]
In honor of Women's History Month, we're thrilled to highlight four remarkable women who are making waves in the world of wine. From crafting exceptional wines to breaking barriers and redefining industry standards, these women are true “Wonder Women of [...]
“We Make Wine Inclusive” (AAAV) Earlier this month we spotlighted the Association of African American Vintners (AAAV) in our newsletter! We wanted to take the opportunity to introduce you to a few of the African American winemakers and brand [...]
Join the SWW Tribe in celebrating Open That Bottle Night, a tradition established by former Wall Street Journal wine columnists Dorothy Gaiter and John Brecher in 1999. This holiday encourages wine enthusiasts worldwide to live in the moment by finally [...]
