Delivering all the goods in Old Colorado City

At Pizzeria Rustica, one confident recommendation proved that the best bottles often begin with a simple question.

Mar 4 • James Nokes

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America’s Albariño Apex: Cadre Sets the Standard

In tiny production but towering quality, Cadre’s wildly aromatic, electrically charged Albariño redefines what the Spanish grape can achieve on…

Mar 3 • James Nokes

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February 2026

Stoller Expands Its Vision with Bold Elouan Acquisition

By bringing Elouan into the family, founding winemaker Melissa Burr and Stoller double production, deepen their Oregon footprint, and embrace a…

Feb 18 • James Nokes

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On the Edge of Excellence at Stoller

Founding winemaker Melissa Burr reflects on how intention, investment and teamwork have elevated Stoller’s Pinot Noir and Chardonnay to their most…

Feb 14 • James Nokes

January 2026

Cœur de Vigne Is Sullivan’s Truest Expression of Rutherford

Not a single-vineyard statement, but a mosaic that captures depth, restraint and age-worthy Napa Cabernet.

Jan 29 • James Nokes

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Samra Morris’ 2023 Pinot Noir Is Alma Rosa at Its Peak

A dark, mysterious Sta. Rita Hills Pinot that may stand as the winery’s defining vintage—and a personal masterpiece for its winemaker.

Jan 26 • James Nokes

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From Bombs to Bottles: Andrew Latta’s Unlikely Home for Washington Wine

Stored in a WWII-era munitions bunker and shaped by Rhône philosophy, Latta Wines leans into altitude, acidity, and future-proof varietals to define a…

Jan 19 • James Nokes

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Goose Ridge Merlot “Among the Giants”: Marking the Spot Where Washington Merlot Shines

Vineyards in the Pacific Nortwhest are making the most intriguing, tension filled Merlot in the New World.

Jan 14 • James Nokes

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Wine needs to tell a new story, what will it be in 2026?

Slumping sales, fallow vineyards and weight loss drugs: how will the wine industry circumvent these headwinds?

Jan 9 • James Nokes

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Staying strong: how to avoid dry January at all costs

A glass of wine at 5 o'clock makes everything better. don't skip that joy for 31 days

Jan 7 • James Nokes

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December 2025

A cold vintage and a remarkable wine from Jonata

Winemaker Matt Dees overcomes the tricky 2022 growing season with the most impressive Todos yet

Dec 30, 2025 • James Nokes

Le Vigne Winery and the Crafting of Italian Heritage in California Vineyards

From high-acid Sangiovese to rare Italian varietals, GM Phillip Anderson blends tradition, patience and terroir to create wines meant for the table and…

Dec 27, 2025 • James Nokes

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