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04 Feb 2026

Morlet Family Vineyards Where excellence comes second nature
It’s hard not to be fascinated by producers who transcend borders, fusing ancient heritage and technical mastery with the energy of new-found vineyard sites. Morlet Family Vineyards, tucked into the heart of Napa Valley in California, effortlessly embodies that fusion.

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08 Sep 2025

Young professionals, young drinkers: bridging the gap for wine’s future
As marketing gurus around the world debate the best options for reaching out to younger consumers, an Italian association of young wine entrepreneurs is not just talking the talk but walking the walk.

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04 Sep 2025

Argentina Wine Expo 2025, Over 120 Argentine bodegas at a Major Fair in Mendoza
More than 4,000 people attended one of Argentina’s most significant wine events, where over 500 labels from all regions of the South American country were tasted.

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19 Aug 2025

González Byass, in it for the long term
200 years of history (or almost), 1,969 hectares of vines and a presence in every corner of the globe… Gonzalez Byass is probably the most famous Spanish wine group in the world. What are the secrets of its success? Definitely the expertise built up over the years, but perhaps also a trace of humility and pragmatism.

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10 Jun 2025

Vines by Rosa - From Africa to Bordeaux – breaking through the glass ceiling of wine
The slump in wine sales in erstwhile high-performance and promise-filled markets is leading many wine professionals to pivot to other export destinations, including Africa. As they embark on their journey into the continent’s uncharted territory for wine, they would do well to encounter Bordeaux-based Chinedu Rita Rosa, one of its most driven facilitators of conversations between importers and producers.

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26 May 2025

Bodegas Alma de la Sierra: A Journey of Passion and Faith
In the heart of Sierra Nevada, two Italians—Alessio Miconi and Marco Cimino—have embarked on a journey that goes beyond winemaking. It is a journey fueled by a profound love for the land and a shared vision to craft wines that are pure, authentic, and deeply connected to their environment. Alma de la Sierra, their winery, is a testament to that vision—its name drawing from the essence of both their souls, and the land they now call home.

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16 Dec 2024

Tendervino, the Italian company with the tender touch
The State and provincial monopolies, located primarily in North America and Scandinavia, are among the largest wine buyers in the world. Their seemingly arcane purchasing procedures often act as a deterrent, particularly for smaller producers. One Italian company, however, is providing much-needed support for wineries keen to cast their geographical distribution net farther field and venture into new marketing territory.