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China bust 50,000 bottle fake Penfolds in Zhenzhou.
Police in China’s central Zhengzhou city have busted 50,000 bottles of fake Penfolds worth over RMB 18 million (US$2.8m) – the biggest haul of counterfeit Penfolds – just five months after 14,000 knock-offs were seized in Shanghai last November, highlighting the scale of counterfeits in the Chinese mainland market.
Meet the Beer Perfect for Wine Drinkers
American craft breweries are putting a tart twist on classic German-style ales, making fruit-forward, low-alcohol beers perfect for wine drinkers looking to try something different.
Wine Bar Serving Beautyful Design.
When you sit down to enjoy a glass of wine, what’s better than savoring it in a beautifully designed space? Here are some of the most gorgeous wine bars around the globe where you can sip in style.
The 2013 Brunello Vintage Showcases Stunning, Radiant Wines
Energy and elegance are hallmarks of the 2013 Brunello vintage. These wines boast remarkable aging potential, and will greatly reward your patience.
What Does it Mean When the Same Grape has Different Names?
What’s really the difference between Pinot Grigio and Pinot Gris? Syrah and Shiraz? Zinfandel and Primitivo? While these may be the same grape varieties with different names, local terroir can change their flavor more than you think. Learn how it works.
How To Become a Winemaker Extraordinaire (by Julien Fayard)
The role of “flying winemaker” is one of the coolest wine jobs out there. What’s a flying winemaker? Well, it’s a winemaker-consultant who has multiple wine projects in multiple regions. Flying winemakers essentially get to travel the world chasing an “endless harvest” and making great wines along the way. I know what you’re thinking (because we...
New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc Outside the Box
Consistency is part of what makes New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc appealing, but winemakers are charting their own course to craft unique, terroir-driven wines.
A Tale of Two (Very Different) Chardonnays
Chardonnay: it’s the most planted white grape in the world, as well as the most planted wine grape in the United States. And yet, Chardonnay seems to be the world’s most polarizing wine: you either love it or hate it.
Why You Want To Drink More Tannat Wine
Tannat, with its roots in Madiran (a tiny village in South West France), might just be the next Malbec. Why? Well, it has more gusto than Cabernet Sauvignon, and Tannat wines from up-and-coming Uruguay are surprisingly affordable! Here’s what you need to know.