Wine News: What We're Reading This Week (12/30/24)
Each week, we round up the most interesting wine-related news, articles, podcasts, and stories we’ve come across. Whether it’s new trends, deep dives into the industry, or just something fun to make you think, we’re sharing the highlights of what caught our attention and sparked conversation.
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‘We only want NDA wines’: This secretive practice could get you a $300 wine for $30 This can be a fantastic way to score an excellent bottle of wine. But the reverse is also true—it’s an easy way to lose $30 on something underwhelming. Should we start seeking out only top-notch wines to put a private label on? Let us know!
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Sobering thoughts at the start of 2025⏤The state of the American wine industry We wholeheartedly agree with nearly every point this article makes about the state of the wine industry heading into 2025. Consumers, ourselves included, are moving away from subpar wines, choosing instead to drink less but invest more in quality per bottle.
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Curious about Dry January? What to expect — and how it works A great read on the ins and outs of Dry January. If you’re taking part, good luck—we’ll see you in February (hopefully)!
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A Perpetual Champagne, Built One Year at a Time If you love Champagne, this is a must-read! Many of our current favorite Champagnes use this method, and when done well, it significantly enhances the value of the bottle.
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California winemakers love this under-the-radar grape. But there isn’t enough to go around An insightful look at consumer demand over time and its real impact on the wine industry, including vineyard decisions and grape plantings. Featured in our Top 5 Wines to Drink in 2025.
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