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Exploring the world of wine, from tasting notes and food pairings to vineyard profiles and industry news.

Champagne harvesters working rapidly in sun-drenched vineyards during the earliest harvest on record, with a vintage bottle in the background.
The Cellar & Vine

Champagne harvest breaks record, hitting earliest date ever

For the first time in its history, France has temporarily increased the regulatory alcohol limit for champagne to 15% ABV for the 2026 harvest, a direct response to grapes ripening faster than ever be

Marco Alves· Sep 17· 4 min read
Ghost Corner 2024 Sémillon bottle receiving the SA Terroir Trophy for Top Wine at a prestigious award ceremony.

Ghost Corner Sémillon Wins 2024 SA Terroir Trophy for Top Wine

Marco Alves · Aug 13
Juxtaposition of sun-scorched Italian vineyard and frost-covered vines, symbolizing the dual threats of heat and cold to global grape harvests.

Extreme weather accelerates Franciacorta's 2026 grape harvest to July 30

Marco Alves · Jul 30
An open bottle of red wine preserved with a vacuum pump, ready for cooking or enjoying later.

Creative Ways to Use Leftover Party Wine This Year

Marco Alves · Jun 15
A diverse spread of artisanal and innovative snacks, including colorful fruit leathers, gourmet chips, and unique dips, arranged invitingly on a table.

Bon Appétit editors reveal their top new snacks for 2026

Marco Alves · Jun 4
A dramatic depiction of the 1976 Judgement of Paris wine tasting, highlighting the surprise victory of a Napa Valley Chardonnay over French wines.

Judgement of Paris: 2026 marks 50th anniversary of wine upset

Fifty years ago, on May 24, 1976, a blind tasting in Paris saw a Chardonnay crafted by a Croatian immigrant from Napa Valley beat France's finest, forever changing the world of wine.

Marco Alves· May 26· 3 min
Elegant wine cellar showcasing a collection of wine bottles stored on wooden racks, emphasizing the need for careful summer preservation.

Keep Your Wine Pristine With These Proper Summer Storage Tips

This summer, a single heatwave across the Mediterranean saw reports of significant spoilage in home cellars previously considered adequate, turning prized vintages into vinegar, according to the Europ

Marco Alves· May 25· 3 min