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Oregon winery uses legal loophole to be listed as a Washington Wine
Not all in the Walla Walla Valley is as peaceful as it appears. It turns out theres a giant loophole in the law that Oregon wineries are able to exploit to market themselves as Washington wines…
DTC and Retailers, “Pay the Fine” and Keep Shipping
I awoke this morning to find a disturbing article on winespectator.com about interstate commerce, wine shipping, freedom and our ability to control our own destiny…
UC Davis Winery A Posterchild For How To Save Water During California Drought
With California in the midst of a severe drought, winemakers in need of water are turning to UC Davis for answers…
Inhumane Conditions for Champagne Pickers
An investigation has been launched by the Public Prosecutors department in Châlons-en-Champagne into “human trafficking and undeclared labor” after discovery of 240 Polish harvest workers housed in inhumane conditions…
California water officials release plans for spending $200 million in emergency drought relief
Wines left to mature in bottom of harbour ready to drink
Bacteria in Wine May Bring Health Benefits
Red wine is NOT good for pregnant woman, according to new study
Oregon wine grape harvest shaping up as an ‘epic’ one
Ag department changes rules for Go Texan wine
To Tuscan Wine Makers, a Preservation Plan Takes on Acrid Undertones
Argentine wines enjoyed a healthy rebound in the U.S.
Burgundy Breathes a Sigh of Relief
Home is where the wine is for Aussie drinkers, research finds
All Smiles in Champagne as Sun Shines on Vintage
Paso Robles Winery Flying International
San Joaquin Grape Growers Cutting Back On Water Through Deficit Irrigation Technique
Trout Springs Winery uses trickery to protect grapes
Spiriterra Vineyards Brings a Taste of the South to Napa Valley
Madrigal Family Winery Hosts Annual Harvest Party & Grape Stomp on Saturday, September 13th
Lake County grower’s choice of vine and wines honors family heritage
Is Latour changing its strategy?
Can A French Count Make Fine Wine In Sunny Sicily?
Dreyfus, Ashby & Co. Appointed Exclusive U.S. Importer for Premium, Family-Owned Wine Companies
Chateau Ste. Michelle takes new tools into red Reserve Cellar
Turiya Wines capture the essence of a garagiste winery
Ca’ Momi owners plan second Napa eatery
St. Clair Brown Winery brings diverse offerings to Napa Valley
J. Lohr celebrates its 40th anniversary
