Region Of The Week: Champagne

The region that produces the world’s most famous sparkling wine, Champagne is located along the 48th parallel in northern France. With a relatively cool continental climate, Champagne is impacted b...

Revolutionary Wine & Spirits Producers

Here at Wine & Spirits, we continually support makers who not only make great beverages, but who also stand for something—be it innovation, sustainability, equitable labor practices, or giving ...

Grape Of The Week: Pinotage

Considered South Africa’s signature grape, Pinotage originated in South Africa when Dr. Abraham Perold, a viticulture professor at Stellenbosch University, combined Pinot Noir and Cinsault in 1925....

Grape Of The Week: Merlot

It’s not often that a grape is made, broken, and then remade by pop culture, but that’s the case with Merlot. After a ‘60 Minutes’ episode where a doctor essentially stated a glass of red wine a da...

Grape Of The Week: Bonarda

The second most planted grape in Argentina, Bonarda originates from Savoie, France where it is known as Douce Noir, or Charbono in Napa Valley.

Grape Of The Week: Hondarrabi Zuri

Named after a town in Basque, Hondarrabi Zuri is the dominant white grape in Basque, Spain. Although similar in name, Hondarrabi Zuri is not related to its red counterpart, Hondarrabi Beltza. With ...

#GGBookClub: Books & Bottles For Hispanic Heritage Month

With National Hispanic Heritage Month starting mid-September, what better way to celebrate the history and culture of Hispanic Americans than honoring some of the contributions they’ve made to the ...

Grape Of The Week: Pelaverga

A rare red grape from Piedmont, Pelaverga makes light-colored wines with a distinctive strawberry aroma which is normally associated with fruitier Pinot Noirs.

Grape Of The Week: Vermentino

If you love Sauv. Blancs, you’re going to enjoy Vermentino! An Italian grape thought to be a sub-variety of Malvasia, Vermentino tends to be light-bodied and dry but complex.

What's Your Pouroscope? Virgo Edition!

It’s time to say bye to summertime fun Leo, and hello to motivation vibes Virgo. This season is all about being organized and productive, much like Virgos. You might find yourself rebelling against...