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Wine of the Week: Masciarelli Montepulciano d’Abruzzo 2016

June 3, 2020

Wine Curmudgeon, a blog dedicated to showcasing affordable and accessible wines, features the 2016 Masicarelli Montepuclaino d’Abruzzo 2016 in his latest wine of the week segment. The wine receives exceptionally […]

Front Burner: Spanish Gin and a Cocktail, Too

June 5, 2020

This week, Florence Fabricant of The New York Times featured GINRAW in Front Burner, recommending it as a great new spirit that “showcases Spain’s love for the spirit.” She explains […]

The Inn at Little Washingston Sommelier Allie Nault Wants to Help You Find the Perfect Pizza Pairing

June 5, 2020

In preparation for her take-over of the “Text a Somm” fundraiser with VinePair sommelier Allie Nault, of the Michelin Three Star property The Inn at Little Washington, discusses her own […]

Oregon’s Willamette Valley Designates Two New Wine-Growing Regions

June 5, 2020

Food & Wine Magazine reports that Oregon’s Willamette Valley officially has two new AVAs: Laurelwood District and Tualtin Hills. This monumental feat is the result of Ponzi Vineyards decade-long efforts […]

Oregon’s Willamette Valley Gains Two New AVAs

June 5, 2020

The Drinks Business, the global leading drinks trade publication, reports that Oregon’s Willamette Valley officially gains two new AVAs: Laurelwood and Tualatin Hills. Laurelwood District gained approval after Luisa Ponzi, […]

LIVE with Mattia Campolmi of Le Macchiole

June 9, 2020

VINTUS Master Sommelier Craig Collins interviews Le Macchiole’s Mattia Campolmi. The two discuss the evolution of Bolgheri, with Mattia adding unique insight as a member of the second generation of winemakers in the […]

Wine With Wanda: IG Live with Lamberto Frescobaldi of Tenuta Luce

June 9, 2020

Marchese Lamberto Frescobaldi spoke with Wine With Wanda journalist Wanda Mann about the 25th anniversary of Tenuta Luce. The two discussed the significance of this estate as well as its […]

Father’s Day Gift Guide: The Best Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignons

June 9, 2020

Forbes Magazine interviewed Chateau Montelena’s winemaker Matt Crafton on what makes Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon the best father’s day gift. Besides the wine’s ability to pair well with any father’s […]

Wine Spectator: Straight Talk With Vintus CEO Michael Quinttus

June 10, 2020

Earlier this week, Wine Spectator’s Straight Talk series on Instagram Live hosted a conversation between Michael Quinttus, founder and CEO of New York-based importer and distributor Vintus, and Wine Spectator […]

Thierry Desseauve Features Domaine Chanson as Winery of the Year

June 10, 2020

Thierry Desseauve, leading French Wine Critic and writer for the French consumer wine publication “Le Classement des Meilleurs Vins de France”, features Domaine Chanson as winery of the year. Desseauve […]

Jean-Pierre Confuron of Domaine Chanson named Master of Pinot Noir

June 10, 2020

Michel Bettane, legendary French Wine Critic and writer for the French consumer wine publication La Revue du vin de France, awards Domaine Chanson’s winemaker Jean-Pierre Confuron a Master of Pinot […]

Mark Oldman & wine.com Drink Like Billionaires

June 10, 2020

On Tuesday, retailer wine.com’s Gwendolyn Osborn hosted writer Mark Oldman for a conversation revolving around four spectacular wines in the VINTUS portfolio.

Great Gifts for Dads Everywhere

June 11, 2020

Texas Lifestyle Magazine features Chateau Montelena wines as a great gift for for your special man that is guaranteed to please even those who say they’ve already got it all. […]

Tualatin Hills And The Laurelwood District Are Oregon’s Newest American Viticultural Areas

June 12, 2020

Forbes Magazine reports on Oregon’s newest AVAs, Tualtin Hills and The Laurelwood District, which both contain the highest concentrations of Laurelwood soils in Oregon. This soil, which is essentially windblown […]

The Best Organic Wines on the Market Right Now

June 12, 2020

Departures Magazine features Dog Point Vineyards and Petrolo in a feature highlighting the best organic wines on the market right now. Contributor Jonah Flicker offers a brief background on what […]

10 Top-Rated Cabernet Francs from Around the World Worth Seeking Out

June 12, 2020

Decanter’s regional editor, Georgina Hindle, reports that “outside of the Loire, Cabernet Franc often gets overlooked for the ‘other’ Cabernet, but this light, fresh and juicy grape is proving its […]

Ponzi Vineyards Celebrates 50 Years of Innovative Winemaking in Oregon

June 16, 2020

Anna Maria Ponzi, second generation vintner for Ponzi Vineyards, chatted with blogger Wine with Wanda about Ponzi’s 50th anniversary in her latest Instagram Live Session. The two cover a lot: […]

The 16 Best Wines of the Year

June 18, 2020

Leading luxury publication Robb Report included two gems from the VINTUS portfolio in its annual Best of the Best issue, Champagne Bollinger La Grande Année 2008 and Masseto 2015. In comparison […]

Italy’s New Normale

June 19, 2020

As summer progresses and nations around the globe begin to lift their quarantine restrictions, restaurants have thankfully reopened their doors. Wine Spectator’s Robert Camuto reports on Italy’s New Normale dinning […]

10 Eco-Friendly Alcohol Brands to Know, and What Makes Them Sustainable

June 19, 2020

Business Insider features Dog Point Vineyards in their latest publication highlighting sustainable alcohol brands. The New Zealand based winery not only proudly has the largest number of organic vineyards, but […]