Supreme Court hands wine trade a small victory, but Trump plots new levies
The highest court in the US has ruled that sweeping import tariffs exceeded…
When old demand disappears: rethinking wine in China
It’s not true that China’s wine market is disappearing, writes ASC Fine Wines…
UK to pay highest wine tax in Europe
Alcohol duty will now rise by 3.66%, pushing the UK to the top of Europe’s wine tax…
200% wine tariff threat could ‘freeze commerce’ and accelerate US job losses
The US Wine Trade Alliance says proposed tariffs on French wine and champagne risk…
Trump threatens 200% tariffs on French wine and Champagne over Board of Peace snub
US President Donald Trump has threatened to impose tariffs of up to 200% on French…
Trump Pressures Canada to End Boycott of US Liquor
But Most Canadians Want Government to Hold Firm
U.S. Report Questions Integrity of Canadian Alcohol/Health Policy
Last week, the US federal government updated its dietary guidelines for Americans…
The Report You Haven't Seen Overshadows The New Alcohol Recommendations
The Wine Industry Dodged A Bullet of Bias and Unauthorized Deceit
Is America’s political instability hurting the wine industry?
Mercurial politics have characterised the first year of the second Trump…
Ohio vineyard owner relied on toxic weed killer. Now facing Parkinson’s, he wants it banned
Dave Jilbert always wanted to be a farmer. He went to agricultural school,…
‘Rare buying opportunities’ as fine wine prices hit a five-year floor
As the fine wine market shows signs of stabilising, a “rare buying opportunity”…
Historic Santorini vineyards struggle against climate change and tourism
Between climate and tourism trends, Santorini’s wine industry could be decimated…
World’s First On-Farm Robotics Hub for Viticulture Launches in Sonoma
Sonoma County Winegrowers and Reservoir today announced the launch of Reservoir…
Reps. Salinas,Thompson, Newhouse, Lamalfa, and Panetta Introduce Bill to Deliver Tariff Relief for…
Washington, D.C. – Today, Rep. Andrea Salinas (OR-06) joined Congressional Wine…
Wine History Echoes as Alcohol Rules Outlast Their Relevance
Alcohol Remembrance Fades, But Regulatory Inertia Endures Nearly 100 Years After…
The Backlash to the Alcohol Recommendations of the U.S. Dietary Guidelines is coming
Strap in…the alcohol recommendations will bring out the loonies.
Why regenerative viticulture could be key to fine wine’s future
In an exclusive interview, Joseph Phelps CEO David Pearson tells db why he is leading…
EU seeks tariff reprieve ahead of crucial Trump meeting
Brussels has prepared a plea to shield Europe’s wine and spirits from sweeping…
What Does the Wine Industry Actually Need Right Now? 9 Experts Weigh In.
The wine industry has taken more than its fair share of hard knocks lately. Every day…
French winegrowers protest as crisis deepens
Winegrowers marched through the streets of Béziers in southern France this weekend,…
Below-average world wine production to ease stock pressure, says OIV
The International Organisation of Vine and Wine (OIV) has published its annual…
Are We There Yet? Wine's Search for Rock Bottom
The US wine industry is hurting, but how much further down can it go before swinging…
Fine Wine's Bleak Political Outlook
As if economic hardship wasn’t already weighing heavily enough on fine wine,…
How a (very) Few Number of Humans Can Stay Employed As Wine Writers in the Age of AI
It means identifyig and celebrating and uplifting the gifted among us
SCOTUS Gets to Grips with Wine Tariffs
The Supreme Court will consider whether wine tariffs are enforceable, but it could be…
Dr. Laura Catena and Felicity Carter Blend Medical and Journalism Expertise to Uncork the Wine and…
SACRAMENTO, Calif., October 27, 2025 – The Unified Wine & Grape Symposium…
Wine with turkey: A food pairing guide
There are plenty of options for pairing wine with turkey this Christmas or…
No Thanksgiving Table Is Complete Without Expertly Paired Wines
Thanksgiving is a day to celebrate around the table with family, friends, and…
What’s winning in a losing wine market
The decline in wine demand is well documented, but even in a down market there…
Wine exports to the U.S. plummet in July and August
Same negative trend for China, Russia and most non-EU markets
Ireland sees huge surge in sparkling wine imports
Irish consumers are lapping up sparkling wine, with the category seeing a 58%…
How Wine and Spirits Got Stuck in the Middle of a Global Trade War
Over the last seven years, the alcohol industry has faced chaos and cost increases at…
Chinese Wine Is on the Rise in America—Tariffs Be Damned
It’s not easy to surprise New Yorkers with something completely new, but one summer…
Winery Pollinator Programs Are Bringing Biodiversity Back to the Vineyard
Benefits include better soil health, improved grape quality, and pest and disease…
Survey uncovers solutions to help US shoppers buy more wine
New consumer research reveals how US shoppers think the wine industry can make buying…
Trump Administration Shelves Government Study On Alcohol and Health
This week, the Trump administration made some moves alluding to what might be in…
US Alcohol Guidelines in Chaos as Watchdog Killed and Report Buried
The fight over drinking just got messier
Corks exempt from 15% tariff in the US
Closures manufacturers are celebrating as Trump announces that cork stoppers…
Why wine has a problem and how to solve it
Wine sales have now declined for three years – and the causes are structural and…
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