Why this Idaho Vintner Took A Chance on an Austrian Varietal

A varietal that is cherished in Austria is now available in Idaho after a Snake River Valley winemaker became the first from the area to release it. Huston Vineyards became the first...

How This Winery Determined the Time Was Right For Renovations

In late May, Bel Lago Vineyard & Winery held a grand re-opening...

Finding A Winemaker Who Respects Your Approach

When looking for a winemaker, one Sonoma County vintner said it’s crucial...

How This Winery Makes It Easier to Enjoy Wine with Canines

Some of the most enthusiastic winery guests will never buy a bottle,...

These Hillside Grape-growers are Celebrating 50 Years of Winemaking

A decorated Napa Valley winery known for its hillside grape production is...

The American Vineyard Foundation Provides $1.2 Million for Wine and Grape Industry Research
By The American Vineyard Foundation on June 4, 2021
The American Vineyard Foundation (AVF) is pleased to announce funding for eighteen projects addressing critical viticulture and enology research needs. The AVF relies on voluntary...
Texas Winery Launches Wine to Benefit Winter Storm Recovery
By Miles Smith on June 4, 2021
In February, a week of snow, ice and below-freezing temperatures wrought havoc throughout Texas, causing widespread property damage and dangerous conditions as some residents went...
Lodi Winegrape Commission Celebrates 30 Years, Passing Referendum with 85% Approval
By Lodi Winegrape Commission on June 2, 2021
The California Department of Food & Agriculture (CDFA) announced last week that the Lodi Winegrape Commission referendum passed with 85% of the region’s growers voting in favor of continuation....
This Winemaker Says Process Matters as Much as Palate
By Miles Smith on June 2, 2021
When it comes to winemaking, Russell Hearn said you’ve got to adhere to a strict process in addition to letting your palate guide you. To...
What Attribute This Owner Prioritizes In a Tasting Room Employee
By Miles Smith on May 26, 2021
In Vintner Magazine, we write a lot of stories told from the perspective of owners, general managers and winemakers, but tasting room employees are an...