Sharpshooter Infestation Found Near California's Santa Cruz Mountains

"Wine Spectator"

On Consumer: food and drink

California Wine Prices May Drop Due To Grape Glut

"A looming recession and a grape surplus don't bode well for a large portion of the California wine industry, but consumers should see better prices and higher quality for the state's wines, according to an annual survey of wine-industry executives conducted by the University of California, Davis."

On Wine News

Wine clue to Kachingo winner

"Two bottles of chardonnay were all that was on the shopping list for whomever won $10,000 on Kachingo at Timaru's Woolworths in February."

On Wine News

FruitFed Supplies Viticultural Scholarships Announced

"FruitFed Supplies and New Zealand Winegrowers have announced the winners of the 4th annual FruitFed Supplies Viticultural Scholarships. The Scholarships are designed to promote viticultural excellence and are open to students undertaking diploma, graduate and post-graduate courses at Universities or Institutes of Technology in New Zealand."

On Wine News

Wine business runs in the family

"Michael Martini grew up in the Napa Valley winery founded by his grandfather, Louis M. Martini, working there after school and in the summer. In 1977, he graduated from the University of California-Davis and returned home to work alongside his father, winemaker Louis P. Martini."

On Wine News

Gibbston Valley Reserve Pinot Noir wins 3rd consecutive Gold

"Queenstowns' Gibbston Valley Wines have yet again confirmed their position as one of worlds leading producers of Pinot Noir wines, scoring another impressive win, picking up the gold medal for their 2001 Reserve Pinot Noir at the world's largest wine competition, the London International Wine Challenge."

On Wine News

Sharpshooter Infestation Found Near California's Santa Cruz Mountains

"Wine Spectator"

On Consumer: food and drink

David Appears to Beat Goliath in Wine War

"Alcohol: A bill to limit foreign imports in state to authorized distributors seems dead for now."

On LA Times: California

Italy's white wines are gaining favor

"There was a time, not many years ago, when Italy's white wines were a national embarrassment. Thin, acidic, and with little character, they were treated as an afterthought by everyone from producers to importers to wine merchants. Red wine was the heart and soul of Italy; white wine was for wimps."

On Wine News

wine.com - Save $10 on $50

"This coupon code will save you $10 on your next purchase of $50 or more from wine.com when you enter it at checkout. ( Coupon : 53TEN5Q ) ( Expires : 6/11/2002 )"

On TotalDeals.com - New Deals

German wine

On Economist: Business

Harvest 2002: Southern Hemisphere

"Wine Spectator"

On Consumer: food and drink

West Coast Bank Sponsors Forest Grove Wine Festival

On PR Newswire: Banking/Financial Services

California Wine Prices May Drop Due To Grape Glut

"Forbes"

On Drinks and Beverages

Gewurztraminer: Hard to say, easy to drink

"Many of my friends turn up their nose at the mention of gewurztraminer wines, probably because their first encounter was with a sweet version of the wine."

On Wine News

Italy's white wines are gaining favor

"There was a time, not many years ago, when Italy's white wines were a national embarrassment. Thin, acidic, and with little character, they were treated as an afterthought by everyone from producers to importers to wine merchants. Red wine was the heart and soul of Italy; white wine was for wimps."

On Wine News

Montana: Events Diary

"Montana are holding a series of events over the coming months to suit every taste. There's classical piano with Pianist Henry Wong Doe in Blenheim, acclaimed jazz band The Nairobi Trio in Napier, the Lindauer Winter Festival in Queenstown and much more..."

On Wine News

Greek Wines of paradise

"Wine is thought to have originated in the Caucasus. One of the earliest records of a vineyard is in the Book of Genesis, where Noah, newly emerged from the Ark, plants a vineyard on the side of Mount Ararat, which is one of the highest points of the Caucasus Mountains."

On Wine News

No wine loyalty from Finance Minister Cullen

"Finance Minister Michael Cullen didn't show much loyalty to the winegrowers in his home base of Hawkes Bay when he chose the wine for his traditional post-Budget soiree."

On Wine News

Three Bottles of 1788 Vintage Wine Stolen

"In a daring raid on a North Sydney home last week, thieves stole more than A$160,000 worth of rare and vintage wines. Included were three bottles corked in 1788 valued at A$15,000 each."

On Wine News

Which Wines Are 'Critic Proof'

"Some people claim that some movies, with a built-in audience and wide distribution, are essentially critic-proof. For every "thumbs down," there are thousands of fans willing to stand in line. Could a similar situation exist in the wine world?"

On Wine News

Apcor announces Euro 2.5 m for cork research

"APCOR, the Portuguese Cork Association, today announced a major new initiative to drive forward modernization in the cork stopper industry. A ?2.5 million fund will be utilized to commission crucial, independent research with the groundbreaking objective of eradicating TCA in natural cork wine closures."

On Wine News

Silver for Mud House chardonnay

"Mud House Wines 2000 chardonnay was awarded a silver medal at the Chardonnay of the World competition, held recently in Burgundy."

On Wine News

Wine Tax expected To Hinder Chilean Wineries Plans

"The Chilean winery association Asociacion de Vinas de Chile believes that the rise from 15% to 20% on the wine taxation to fund the government health program Auge will lead to a 9% drop in the domestic wine market."

On Wine News

Brisbane Wine Festival 2002. 14/06/2002

"Now in its seventh year the Brisbane Wine Festival will be the best ever with Paula Tewksbury of 'All About Wine' at the helm. She has planned a greater emphasis on wine education, gourmet food and Jazz music."

On Wine News

Calif. Winemaker Wins Top Awards in Int. Wine Competition

"The first word Ripon winemaker Jeff Runquist got on the Los Angeles County Fair wine competition was that he had won a gold medal for his 2000 syrah."

On Wine News

No Mistletoe, Just Wine From Cliff Richard's Vineyard

"The first red wine from Sir Cliff Richard's Portuguese vineyard will be in UK supermarkets from July."

On Wine News

Frescobaldi opens wine bar in Florence

"Marchesi de' Frescobaldi, one of Tuscany's most ancient and noble winemakers, is launching a new eaterie off Florence's elegant Piazza della Signoria."

On Wine News

Brisbane Wine Festival 2002. 14/06/2002

"Now in its seventh year the Brisbane Wine Festival will be the best ever with Paula Tewksbury of 'All About Wine' at the helm. She has planned a greater emphasis on wine education, gourmet food and Jazz music."

On Wine News

Calif. Winemaker Wins Top Awards in Int. Wine Competition

"The first word Ripon winemaker Jeff Runquist got on the Los Angeles County Fair wine competition was that he had won a gold medal for his 2000 syrah."

On Wine News

No Mistletoe, Just Wine From Cliff Richard's Vineyard

"The first red wine from Sir Cliff Richard's Portuguese vineyard will be in UK supermarkets from July."

On Wine News

Frescobaldi opens wine bar in Florence

"Marchesi de' Frescobaldi, one of Tuscany's most ancient and noble winemakers, is launching a new eaterie off Florence's elegant Piazza della Signoria."

On Wine News

South Africa: Action Asia the next hot spot

"With the wine-is-good-for-your-health message getting more and more Eastern thumbs up, the upcoming Vinexpo Asia-Pacific in Tokyo is the next hot spot to which the global wine trade train is on its way - after stops at the Cape Wine 2002 and the overload-inducing London International Wine & Spirits Fair which just concluded."

On Wine News

Napa's Migrant Workers Await Harvest of Housing

"They sleep along riverbanks, because shelters are full. They live under bridges, because rents are so high. They camp on church doorsteps, because few places welcome them. Here in the lustrous Napa Valley, migrants who toil in the renowned vineyards have never had much luck finding decent housing. ."

On Wine News

Wine lovers seek hardy grapes for 'Napa Valley North'

"The Napa Valley is known for its chardonnays, South Australia for its powerful shiraz, Spain for its tempranillo and Canada's Niagara region for its internationally recognized ice wines. But what about Eastern Ontario"

On Wine News

Toasting Summer in the UK

"Ever thought of trying your hand at polo, fly fishing or playing pentanque while sipping on wine this summer in the UK? Toast New Zealand is your opportunity to indulge in these activities while tasting some of the finest New Zealand wines from over 25 of New Zealand's most celebrated wineries, including Montana, Kim Crawford, Cloudy Bay, Jackson Estate, Seresin and Sileni."

On Wine News

Wine & Chile event is more festival than war

"The New Mexico Wine & Chile War Festival is a lot more about wine than chile this year, and that's what people were there for Saturday."

On Wine News

Stonegate Winery - A New Vision Unfolds

"Unlike many ownership changes within the industry, Croft and his talented crew ? led by Gerard Zanzonico, Larry Moraes and Steve Rein ? have actually forged a new vision for this prestigious, 28- year-old winery."

On Wine News

Wine in gas tanks is not so unusual

"Drinking and driving don't mix -- but that applies to wine that goes into the driver, not wine that winds up in the gas tank."

On Wine News

Time will tell if Southcorp has it right

"Over 46 per cent of Australia's total domestic wine consumption by volume is still sold in a cask, despite its image these days of being something Mum and Dad used to have."

On Wine News

Wine connoisseurs click on a cellar success

"A tiny Auckland company is exporting into some of the world's best wine cellars - even though it's never bottled a drop."

On Wine News