Prepare to embark on a journey through Sonoma County’s wine country with Ridge Vineyards’ Three Valleys Zinfandel. Discover Your New Wine Buddy Crafted with a blend of Zinfandel, Petite Sirah, Carignane, and Mataro, the 2018 vintage offers a sumptuous, full-bodied experience, brimming with ripe fruit flavors, balanced acidity, and smooth, velvety tannins. Whether you’re indulging […]
Hercules Mulligan: History Brings a New Taste Experience
Malbec – Boldly Evolving
Although the grape was born in France, when I think of Malbec, Argentina takes center stage. Malbec Center Stage This South American nation, with its vast and fertile land, ideal climate, and a history rooted in winemaking, has emerged as a global hub for crafting exceptional wines. From its humble origins to the challenges it […]
Dynamic Wine Marketing – Rooted in Science, Art, or Luck?
Growing, producing, selling, buying, and drinking – challenges and opportunities in the wine industry. The primary challenge facing the wine industry lies in its narrow marketing focus, often catering to a homogeneous demographic. Recognizing the diverse backgrounds of wine enthusiasts, it becomes imperative to convey inclusivity within the industry. Despite the long-existing idea of making […]
Dynamic Wine Marketing – Rooted in Science, Art, or Luck?
Growing, producing, selling, buying, and drinking – challenges and opportunities in the wine industry. The primary challenge facing the wine industry lies in its narrow marketing focus, often catering to a homogeneous demographic. Recognizing the diverse backgrounds of wine enthusiasts, it becomes imperative to convey inclusivity within the industry. Despite the long-existing idea of making […]
Piero Rossi Cairo’s Journey: From Lawyer to Visionary Winemaker
Vineyard Dreams Linked with Viticultural Valor Piero Rossi Cairo manages the family Tenuta Cucco winery. His journey from corporate lawyer to winemaker is unconventional. Initially a mergers and acquisitions attorney, Cairo’s transition highlights the rarity of such moves, marked by challenges like divergent skill sets, significant career investments, financial considerations, and the perceived prestige of the […]
ITB Berlin Opened Omani Style Calling for Tourism to Speak Out on Gaza
Oman is the partner country for the just opened ITB 2024 in Berlin. The spectacular opening concluded with a brave call by the Omani Minister to Speak out on Gaza. The Hero of the global travel and tourism industry tonight at the opening of ITB Berlin was not the UN Tourism Secretary General, it was […]
Swords to Shiraz: Exchanging Conflict for Cabernet in the Pursuit of Peace in Israel
As we delve into the complex relationship between war and wine culture, we should celebrate the unifying power of wine, particularly Israeli wine, as a symbol of peace. By supporting wineries in conflict zones, fostering dialogue and understanding through wine education, and advocating for peaceful resolutions, we actively contribute to the cause of peace. Let […]
Uncorking Investments in Wine Futures – Fun, Folly, or a Savvy Move?
I do like wine. I enjoy it so much that I write about it, talk about, read about it and frequently dream of vineyard strolls. Wine is a constant source of fascination for me. Recently, the industry’s issues have raised alarms. From climate change to soil quality due to pesticides and climate change impacts on […]
Pour Decisions: Uncertain Path Ahead. Wine Sales Take a Dip, Industry Seeks Correction
As the number of wine consumers dwindles in the lower price categories, and Generations X and Y show a growing preference for beer, cider, cocktails, or abstaining altogether, C-suite executives in the wine industry are wrestling with challenges and uncertain about how to address the following issues. Price Point Predicament: Executives recognize consumer frustration over escalating […]