Court of Master Sommeliers Chairman Steps Down, Group to Restructure After Outcry over Sexual Harassment
Sommelier community in turmoil amid complaints of a toxic culture at the highest levels; the organization has now suspended …
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Jack Daniel’s v. Bad Spaniels: Trademark Battle Between Dog Toy Maker and Entire Bev Industry May Head to Supreme Court
The Tennessee whiskey has been locked in a yearslong legal dispute with a company that makes parody pet toys and that has …
What Do You Drink When You're the President? New Wine Book Tells All
From "Madeira Man" George Washington to JFK's obsession with James Bond–approved Champagne, Wine and the White House …
South African Winemakers Exhale as Sales Prohibition Ends
The government’s alcohol ban, originally implemented during the early days of the COVID-19 lockdown, has inflicted millions …
No Relief for U.S. Wine Consumers—Trump Administration Keeps Tariffs on European Wines in Place
Trade Representative says 25 percent duties will remain in place for most French, Spanish and German wines; importers and …
A Wine Industry on the Edge: Live Chat with Anthony Hamilton Russell
The South African vintner talks about taking the reins as owner of Hamilton Russell Vineyards, dealing with the country's …
In Santa Barbara Battle Between Cannabis and Wine, Grand Jury Reprimands County Supervisors
Wineries and cannabis farms have been clashing in Santa Barbara over odor, pesticide drift and land-use policies; a report …
Danny Meyer Brings Back Tipping at his Restaurants
The restaurateur says the economic difficulties of the pandemic forced the change, but he will advocate for new laws to …
New York Wineries Adjust to Governor's New Pandemic Hospitality Rules
As the COVID-19 crisis continues, New York wineries are working to meet Gov. Andrew Cuomo's new regulations on serving …
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