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A fortunate combo of resources, talent, terroirs, and an increasingly favorable climate has brought English wine to a whole new level.

Find out what you should be drinking. 👇️
December 18, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Think you don't like Lambrusco? Think again. Producers are creating variations to suit every wine lover's taste, making it the perfect choice this holiday season. 🍷
December 17, 2025 at 9:00 PM
From sensory maximalism to heightened drink-flation, we predict the drink trends that could be heading our way in 2026.
Our Resident Cocktail Expert Predicts the Biggest Drink Trends of 2026
From sensory maximalism to heightened drink-flation, we predict the drink trends that could be heading our way in 2026.
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December 17, 2025 at 7:00 PM
With news that Michelin will begin ranking wineries, the wine world is buzzing. Will a century-old culinary empire reshape wine criticism?
December 17, 2025 at 4:00 PM
These so-called "flyover states" have more to offer in terms of wine than you might think.
December 16, 2025 at 11:00 PM
Langres, a pasteurized, washed-rind cow’s milk cheese, boasts a natural occuring depression that perfectly cradles Champagne.
Take a Cue from the French: Douse Your Cheese with Champagne
Langres, a pasteurized, washed-rind cow’s milk cheese, boasts a natural occuring depression that perfectly cradles Champagne.
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December 16, 2025 at 9:00 PM
Despite the similarities shared by these classic whiskey cocktails, differences abound. Here’s a primer on the two and how to distinguish them.
Manhattan vs. Old Fashioned—What’s the Difference?
Despite the similarities shared by these classic whiskey cocktails, differences abound. Here’s a primer on the two and how to distinguish them.
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December 16, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Vermouth is a key ingredient in a number of classic cocktails, but how much do you actually know about vermouth styles?
The Different Styles of Vermouth, Explained
Vermouth is a key ingredient in a number of classic cocktails, but how much do you actually know about vermouth styles?
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December 16, 2025 at 4:00 PM
Data from IWSR and the Wine Market Council shows that while wine sales are down, consumption is not at “any sort of historic low,” and young people are actually driving growth. So, it seems to have more to do with the economy, and less to do with behavior.
December 15, 2025 at 11:00 PM
Traveling with wine is easier than you think—if you know how to prepare.
How to Pack Wine in Your Suitcase, According to Experienced Pros
Traveling with wine is easier than you think—if you know how to prepare.
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December 15, 2025 at 9:00 PM
While the high-elevation American region isn’t a household name for wine, it is vying to compete on the international Pinot stage.
Way Up in the Appalachian Highlands, Wine Hits Its Stride
While the high-elevation American region isn’t a household name for wine, it is vying to compete on the international Pinot stage.
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December 15, 2025 at 7:01 PM
Sommeliers in micropolitan markets are building robust, destination-worthy wine programs (despite the logistical headaches).
The Hottest New Wine Scenes Are Hiding Out in Middle America
Sommeliers in micropolitan markets are building robust, destination-worthy wine programs (despite the logistical headaches).
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December 15, 2025 at 4:00 PM
From Israel to Argentina, there’s now an excellent array of kosher wines grown all around the globe.
These Highly-Rated Wines Are All Kosher
From Israel to Argentina, there’s now an excellent array of kosher wines grown all around the globe.
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December 15, 2025 at 1:00 AM
With its blend of creamy, nap-inducing ingredients, you might mistake it this holiday staple for egg nog—but you'd be wrong.
For Midwesterners, It's Not Winter Without a Tom and Jerry
With its blend of creamy, nap-inducing ingredients, you might mistake it this holiday staple for egg nog—but you'd be wrong.
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December 14, 2025 at 9:00 PM
If this terroir were in France or Italy, the spectacular Hungarian wines from Lake Balaton would already be classics.
December 14, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Whether you're preparing for a full marathon or can power through a 5K, add these races for wine lovers to your bucket list.
6 Bucket-List Races Around the World for Wine Lovers
Whether you're preparing for a full marathon or can power through a 5K, add these races for wine lovers to your bucket list.
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December 14, 2025 at 1:00 PM
No matter your reason for imbibing, these Christmas-approved cocktails deliver plenty of cheer.
37 Christmas Cocktails for Boosting Holiday Spirits
No matter your reason for imbibing, these Christmas-approved cocktails deliver plenty of cheer.
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December 13, 2025 at 9:00 PM
Would you try it? 🎄
December 13, 2025 at 7:00 PM
Eiswein, icewine or ice wine: here's everything you need to know about the delicious dessert wine made around the globe.
Get to Know Ice Wine, the Intensely Sweet, Painstakingly Hard-to-Make Dessert Wine
Eiswein, icewine or ice wine: here's everything you need to know about the delicious dessert wine made around the globe.
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December 13, 2025 at 1:00 PM
We chatted with Gaffigan about his show, “Live from Old Forester: The Bourbon Set,” and why he launched his own bourbon line.
December 12, 2025 at 11:00 PM
The quality of NA wine has grown by leaps and bounds in recent years. There’s also more variety than ever. These are the best in class.
From Bubbles to Red Blends, the Best Non-Alcoholic Wines to Drink Now
The quality of NA wine has grown by leaps and bounds in recent years. There’s also more variety than ever. These are the best in class.
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December 12, 2025 at 9:00 PM
The Barbuto chef and wine lover has been saving a special bottle for his 75th birthday, which also happens to be his daughter’s wedding day.
Chef Jonathan Waxman Is Opening This Birth-Year Bordeaux at His Daughter’s Wedding
The Barbuto chef and wine lover has been saving a special bottle for his 75th birthday, which also happens to be his daughter’s wedding day.
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December 12, 2025 at 7:01 PM
Catch some waves in the morning, then hit up the tasting rooms at these pro-loved spots.
These International Wine and Surf Destinations Are Off the Hook
Catch some waves in the morning, then hit up the tasting rooms at these pro-loved spots.
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December 12, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Do you know the "why" behind that bottle of Champagne you're drinking this holiday season? 🍾

Get our top 2025 bottle recommendations. 👇️
December 11, 2025 at 9:00 PM
For the whiskey lover who’d rather be on the green, this glassware gift set is a hole-in-one. The decanter and glasses are uniquely designed with dimpled, weighted bottoms and a golf ball replica stopper that shows their heart lies somewhere between the f
Golf Decanter and Glasses Gift Set
For the whiskey lover who’d rather be on the green, this glassware gift set is a hole-in-one. The decanter and glasses are uniquely designed with dimpled, weighted bottoms and a golf ball replica stopper that shows their heart lies somewhere between the f
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December 11, 2025 at 7:00 PM