As wine sales hit record highs, Virginia wineries are in a race for grapes – Washington Post

Washington Post As wine sales hit record highs, Virginia wineries are in a race for grapesWashington PostEarly this spring, Afton Mountain Vineyards introduced 120 cases of Albariño, a crisp white wine best paired with seafood. Less than two months later, it was sold out. It was the same story with many of its other summer […]

Temecula winemakers are sick of the haters. They want to change your mind about SoCal wine – Los Angeles Times

Temecula winemakers are sick of the haters. They want to change your mind about SoCal wineLos Angeles TimesFor many wine sophisticates, “Southern California wine” is an oxymoron. The criticisms of the wines, usually produced in Temecula, are vast: They're too sweet, the aromas are funky, they lack the complexity and flavor found in wines from […]

Gift gaffe: US embassy sends Israeli West Bank wine to NGOs opposed to settlements – RT

RT Gift gaffe: US embassy sends Israeli West Bank wine to NGOs opposed to settlementsRTMembers of Peace Now, a group opposed to Israeli settlements in the West Bank, had to do a double take when they opened up a gift basket from the US embassy in Tel Aviv, sent ahead of the Jewish New Year. […]

Oklahomans Turn Out for Auction of Aubrey McClendon’s Wines – WSJ – Wall Street Journal

Wall Street Journal Oklahomans Turn Out for Auction of Aubrey McClendon's Wines – WSJWall Street JournalAubrey McClendon's fine wine collection sold for $8.4 million over the weekend, as bidders from the late oilman's home state helped the auction exceed …Aubrey McClendon Wine Collection Brings $8.44 Million at AuctionBloomberg all 4 news articles » Brought to you by […]

Aubrey McClendon Wine Collection Brings $8.44 Million at Auction … – Bloomberg

Bloomberg Aubrey McClendon Wine Collection Brings $8.44 Million at Auction …BloombergThe wine collection of late Chesapeake Energy Corp. co-founder Aubrey McClendon sold for $8.44 million on Saturday, above the estimated range and … and more » Brought to you by Google News. Read the rest of the article here

Aubrey McClendon’s rare-wine collection could fetch $7.6 million … – MarketWatch

MarketWatch Aubrey McClendon's rare-wine collection could fetch $7.6 million …MarketWatchIn 2001, Aubrey McClendon walked into an Oklahoma City wine shop seeking an education. His growing prominence as chief executive of Chesapeake Energy … and more » Brought to you by Google News. Read the rest of the article here

Forget Manischewitz. Sip a Wine Really Made in Israel – WSJ – Wall Street Journal

Wall Street Journal Forget Manischewitz. Sip a Wine Really Made in Israel – WSJWall Street JournalSadie Flateman, an Israeli buyer for 67 Wine & Spirits on Manhattan's Upper West Side, wants wine drinkers to think of Israel as they would any other …Luxury magazine lauds 'surprising quality' of Israeli wines | Jewish …Jewish Telegraphic Agency all […]

Forget Manischewitz. Sip a Wine Really Made in Israel – Wall Street Journal

Wall Street Journal Forget Manischewitz. Sip a Wine Really Made in IsraelWall Street JournalMention the West Bank or Golan Heights and the next word for most people isn't likely to be “wine.” Sadie Flateman, the Israeli wine buyer for 67 Wine & Spirits on Manhattan's Upper West Side, hopes to change that. The 31-year-old Ms. […]

What is a Wine Box Ceremony? – Brides.com (blog)

Brides.com (blog) What is a Wine Box Ceremony?Brides.com (blog)But if you and your spouse-to-be love wine (bonus points if you're marrying on a vineyard!), you're in luck: A wine box ceremony is a beautiful non-religious ritual that will celebrate your love — and your love of wine — on your wedding day and on a […]

Wine investor Charles Banks charged with defrauding NBA star – SFGate

SFGate Wine investor Charles Banks charged with defrauding NBA starSFGateCharles Augustus Banks IV, a noted wine investor behind such powerhouse California labels as Mayacamas and Screaming Eagle, was arrested Friday in San Antonio on charges of defrauding retired basketball star Tim Duncan. Although Banks, 48, was …Winery Owner Charles Banks Is Indicted in Federal CourtWine SpectatorCharles […]