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Eric Glomski traded graduate school for his truck, volunteering at California wineries before founding Page Springs Cellars in Arizona. His fight against restrictive legislation helped grow the state's wine industry from 8 to over 100 wineries.
French and Ethiopian winemakers are transforming Ethiopia into an unlikely wine producer using Bordeaux grape varieties. After years of careful cultivation, exports are rising and locals are embracing their homegrown wines. ---
New Zealand Winegrowers just named five new Fellows who've spent decades building the country's wine reputation worldwide. From founding winemakers to Hollywood actors, these champions turned a small island nation into a global wine powerhouse.
A California winemaker has created the first wine label that celebrates the people who pick the grapes instead of just the grapes themselves. Guardian Vital wines require ethical labor practices and chemical-free farming to protect workers facing dangerous heat and unsafe conditions.
South Australia's government is helping struggling wine growers rebuild with a $109 million package offering two-year interest-free loans to transition to new crops. After years of hardship from China's trade ban and declining wine sales, thousands of grape growers finally have a path forward.
Wine producers are finding fresh opportunities across Africa as the continent's expanding young middle class develops a taste for the global beverage. While France's wine industry faces challenges, African markets are opening new doors for growth.
Nashik has transformed from grape farms into India's answer to Napa Valley, drawing 350,000 annual visitors to experience vineyard tours, tastings, and festivals. The region now produces 80% of the country's wine while pioneering a new kind of agricultural tourism.
A massive 13-year study of over 340,000 people found that moderate wine drinking was associated with lower mortality rates, while beer and spirits showed the opposite effect. The findings could help refine public health guidance on alcohol consumption.
Armenian winemakers are rebuilding an ancient tradition nearly lost during Soviet rule, using organic methods that protect mountain ecosystems. Their vineyards climb as high as 5,250 feet above sea level, where sustainable farming brings back biodiversity along with bottles of wine.
Scientists discovered a grape seed in a 15th-century French toilet that's genetically identical to grapes used in modern pinot noir wine. The finding proves winemakers have preserved the same grape varieties for six centuries.
A couple who refused to let wine sensitivities end their enjoyment created Purvivino, a science-backed solution that removes triggers without changing taste. With support from Brock University's innovation programs, they're turning a personal problem into a product that could help millions.
Every bottle of Sea Change Wine sold now funds ocean restoration through a new partnership with Ocean Conservation Trust. The eco-friendly brand has already donated over €750,000 to marine conservation since 2018.
The market for alcohol-free wine is exploding as more people choose healthier lifestyles without sacrificing social traditions. Industry leaders say the trend reflects a major shift in how we celebrate and connect. #
A Florida wine charity just distributed $3 million to 15 children's organizations and received the largest donation in its history to keep the giving going forever. The Destin Charity Wine Auction Foundation celebrated 21 years of impact with a $5 million endowment gift that ensures Northwest Florida kids will benefit for generations.
A UK mother's unusual neck pain after drinking wine turned out to be a rare warning sign that helped doctors diagnose her cancer early. Her story is saving lives by teaching others to recognize unexpected symptoms.
A new Spanish study reveals that 94% of wine tourists support solar panels integrated into vineyard trellises. The research shows clean energy and traditional winemaking can beautifully coexist.
A surprise sinkhole at a Manchester golf course uncovered a hidden Victorian wine cellar packed with century-old bottles. The unexpected discovery turned a maintenance headache into a thrilling glimpse of history.
Australians will soon get 10 cents back for every wine and spirit bottle they recycle, expanding a program that's already saved 440 million containers from landfill. The change arrives mid-2027 and could divert an extra 13 million bottles from waste each year.
Archaeologists in East London discovered a seal from Thomas Jefferson's favorite French wine alongside Victorian children's toys, proving the historically "poor" neighborhood was far more diverse than records suggested. The find rewrites the social history of London's East End.
A former church hall in Wellington turned into a stunning home complete with stained glass windows, soaring ceilings, and a hidden wine cellar behind a bookcase. The light-filled sanctuary proves historic buildings can find beautiful second lives as modern family homes.
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