Middle East Conflict: Winemakers Adapt and Thrive November 9, 2024 4 min Amidst conflict in the Levant, winemakers in Israel, Lebanon, and the West Bank show resilience, harvesting hope despite turmoil and uncertainty.
José Andrés Launches First Hotel in Restaurant Empire Expansion November 9, 2024 4 min Discover the Bazaar House, José Andrés’ new hotel in Georgetown, D.C., featuring 67 rooms and exceptional dining, fostering community through food.
Araujo Family Sells Wheeler Farms Winery to Bella Oaks Owner November 9, 2024 3 min Suzanne Deal Booth’s acquisition of Wheeler Farms in Napa Valley enhances its historic legacy, promoting sustainable practices and quality winemaking.
California Wine Crisis: Surplus Grapes Impacting Industry November 9, 2024 3 min The California wine industry faces challenges with declining sales and grape oversupply, prompting growers to remove vineyards. Recovery may bring affordable wines by 2026.
Butterfly Acquires Duckhorn Wine for $1.95 Billion November 9, 2024 3 min Duckhorn Portfolio transitions to private ownership with Butterfly’s $1.95 billion acquisition, aiming for growth in the luxury wine market.
Napa Valley Sees 3.7M Annual Visitors Post-Pandemic Recovery November 9, 2024 3 min Napa Valley tourism is thriving with over 3.7 million visitors, increasingly younger and diverse, boosting local economy and winery growth post-pandemic.
Neil Empson, Iconic Italian Wine Importer, Passes Away at 85 November 9, 2024 3 min Neil Empson, founder of Empson & Co., transformed Italian wine in the U.S. His legacy lives on through his passion and mentorship in the industry.
Harvest Reality Check: Thomas Rivers Brown on Straight Talk Ep 26 November 9, 2024 4 min Experience the excitement of California’s wine harvest season! Discover winemaker insights, community spirit, and the future of sustainable winemaking.
Somni Reopening in Los Angeles: What to Expect November 9, 2024 2 min Somni reopens in December 2024, offering an intimate dining experience in West Hollywood. Prelude debuts in San Francisco with modern Southern cuisine. ōkta closes but leaves a lasting legacy.
Own a Historic Piece of Burgundy Today! November 9, 2024 2 min Explore Burgundy’s rich wine heritage and join the November 12 auction for unique memorabilia, supporting wine culture and education. Don’t miss out!