The wines of Castilla y León, despite their quality and diversity, are less globally known than wines from Italy or France due to several historical, cultural, and market-driven factors. It is important to note that France and Italy have been the historic titans of the wine world for centuries. Regions like Bordeaux, Burgundy, Tuscany, and […]
Ask for this Wine by Name: Anne Bousquet
Who Is Anne BousquetAnne Bousquet is the CEO of Domaine Bousquet, an award-winning organic winery located in Mendoza, Argentina, and one of the country’s top wine exporters. She transformed the winery founded by Jean Bousquet in 1990s into a globally recognized brand. Domaine Bousquet is known for its high-altitude terroir in the Uco Valley, which […]
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Garda DOC: A Powerhouse in Italy’s Wine Economy
Italy is renowned for its diverse and high-quality wines, with each region contributing unique varieties and styles. A notable region is Garda DOC (Denomination of Controlled Origin), located in northeast Italy, covering parts of Verona, Mantua, and Brescia provinces around Lake Garda. This area offers an ideal climate for viticulture due to the Lake’s influence […]
California Classic Sparkling Wines: Redefining Elegance in Every Sip
The economic profile of California’s classic sparkling wine industry reflects a vibrant and evolving sector within the broader wine market. Sales occur across diverse channels, including retail, restaurants, and direct-to-consumer models, with online sales increasingly important. The industry generates over $73 billion annually for California’s economy, with key production concentrated in Napa and Sonoma Counties. […]
2023: A Milestone Year for Cava Sales
Global Sparkling Wine Market The global sparkling wine market is projected to generate $45.1 billion in revenue in 2024. This figure is split between out-of-home consumption (e.g., in restaurants and bars) at $24.4 billion and at-home sales (e.g., supermarkets and convenience stores) amounting to $21 billion. However, the market is expected to experience a slight […]
Spanish Wines Struggle Globally: France and Italy Dominate
According to the trade group, Wines from Spain, Spanish exports to the US were down 8% by volume and 3.7% by dollars. To be fair, 2021 sales were the strongest since 2017, driven by post-Covid recovery, which might make this year’s comparison seem worse. Still, volume and dollar figures have been flat since then, with […]
Kamala Harris’s Presidential Run, Building on a Legacy of Civil Rights, Justice, and Economic Opportunity
I recently attended a screening of a documentary that delved into the motivations and career of Angela Davis. Often misrepresented by the media, Davis stood as a figure of unwavering strength, deeply convinced that she was on the right side of history. As I watched, I couldn’t help but draw parallels between Davis and Kamala […]
Sips, and Sighs: My Flirtation with Garda DOC Pinot Grigio!
I am sharing my newest love with the thought that Garda DOC Pinot Grigio might just become your new “bestie.” Unlike other loves, this one has been designed to be shared. It has everything you could want in a true love: versatility, and lightness, with a crisp, refreshing profile. Whether your Pinot Grigio joins you […]
Lake Garda DOC Pinot Grigio: Crisp, Lean, Delightful
The Garda DOC appellation, established in 1996, spans a large geographic region around Lake Garda, covering parts of the Alpine arc in the provinces of Brescia, Mantova, and Verona. The total vineyard area is approximately 31,100 hectares, with the majority in Verona and smaller portions in Mantova and Brescia. The appellation was created to enhance […]