Today, we’re going to talk about a subject that has a lot, and also nothing, to do with wine at the same time. It’s time to talk about olives — and the similarities they share with wine grapes. In case you weren’t aware, olives actually came before wine in Italy. Now, olives and grapes grow next to each other on virtually every vineyard in the Mediterranean. To find out why this is the case, we’re joined by Arsen Khachaturyants of Arsenio in Tuscany. He grows olive trees, makes oliv...| VinePair
Despite what the powers that be might tell us, there are no hard and fast rules dictating how and when to enjoy wine. Once you buy a bottle, it’s yours, and you can drink it in any context you wish. That said, it is true that the seasons often dictate the wine styles we gravitate toward at any given time. In the summer, it’s typically rosé and high-acid, crisp white wines. In the winter, it’s usually full-bodied, cozy reds. The article Wine 101: PSA: Do It ALL In Fall appeared first on...| VinePair
Nearly two weeks ago, wine influencer Pilar Brito took to her Substack to say that the wine industry desperately needs snobs and that “the hyper-accessability trend is bad for the wine industry.” Although grocery store wines like Yellow Tail, Barefoot, and Apothic may steal marginal market share from smaller premium brands, bringing back snobbery will likely do more harm than good. The industry has long been plagued by an air of elitism and gatekeeping that deters casual drinkers from exp...| VinePair
There is a lot of talk about the state of the wine industry right now. AI is allegedly making some restaurants’ wine lists. Gallup polls say consumption is down. Climate change is making it increasingly difficult for winemakers to actually produce wine. With all of these variables up in the air, for those interested in dipping their toes into industry work, is now a good time to take the plunge? There’s perhaps one major question to ask yourself before you do: Why do you want to work in w...| VinePair
New Zealand Winegrowers welcomes the two new seasonal workforce visas announced by the government. The new Global Workforce Seasonal Visa (GWSV) will provide longer term certainty for wineries – that they can access the experienced seasonal international workers they need for the annual wine vintage. New Zealand Winegrowers CEO Philip Gregan says “Each year our […]| The New Zealand Wine Directory
Rockburn Wines is proud to celebrate a remarkable milestone – 20 vintages of winemaking by Malcolm Rees-Francis. To honour the occasion, Rockburn hosted an exclusive retrospective tasting event at The Park Hyatt Auckland, showcasing 16 vintages of its celebrated Pinot Noir range. The 2025 vintage at Rockburn marks a major milestone for Central Otago winemaker […]| The New Zealand Wine Directory
Organic Wine Week (OWW) is coming up 15-21 September 2025 – the perfect time to swirl, smell and sip the stunning array of organic wine from Aotearoa NZ. Featuring ever popular tastings, activities and educational events, the week opens a window into the vibrant world of organic wine. Now in its ninth consecutive year, OWW […]| The New Zealand Wine Directory
Rediscovering New Zealand’s Winemaking Heritage: Martinborough Winery, Cambridge Road, has restored ancient Totara wine barrels for the release of a Martinb ...| nzwinedirectory.co.nz
Innovative New Zealand winery Invivo announces a strategic investment from Indevin, New Zealand’s largest wine producer, designed to supercharge its global expansion. The partnership will accelerate Invivo’s growth, powered by its flagship brands – Graham Norton “GN” Wines, Invivo X, SJP, and Invivo Wines – while capitalizing on the increasing global demand for premium New […]| The New Zealand Wine Directory