Premiere Napa Valley auction raises $3.3mn

The 2025 Premiere Napa Valley auction raised $3.3m via the sale of lots for the region's 2023 vintage. The auction's performance represented a 10% increase compared to last year's event. The proceeds from the auction directly support Napa Valley Vintners’ programmes which aim to promote and protect the region’s wines.

Napa Valley remains steadfast in its global outlook

Connor Best of Napa Valley Vintners, speaking at the recent Premiere Napa Valley tasting in London, explained that the premium wine region's outlook will stay resolutely outward-looking despite the potential impact of global trade wars.

Mentzendorff adds Napa Valley icon to portfolio

California set for ‘memorable vintage’ following fast-paced growing season and harvest

The 2024 California harvest got off to an early start in many regions following a rainy winter, a cool spring and a warm summer during a year which has left a lasting impression on vintners, the California Wine Institute said.

Old Vine Conference heads to California with Jancis Robinson

A partnership has emerged between the Old Vine Conference (OVC) and various organisations in California, which will culminate in a northern California meeting in late 2025 where Jancis Robinson MW will be the keynote speaker.

Bolle launches new alcohol-free wine brand

Bolle has announced the successful closure of a £800,000 private funding round, completed in just three weeks. The company, which operates in both the UK and California, uses secondary fermentation to make its wine, despite being a zero-alcohol wine. 

Profile: Vineyard Cellars talks taking stock at Stockcross

With a new shop opening at Vineyard Cellars, Joe Rubin-Broad is adding yet more strings to his bow.

Trumpeting change in the USA

Andrew Catchpole considers how an ongoing shift in style is reshaping perception of US wines across The Pond.

Wine Advocate appoints British editor-in-chief

Wine Advocate, the bimonthly wine publication founded by Robert Parker in 1978 has appointed a non-American editor-in-chief for the first time in its history.

Good Wine Good People launches wholesale portfolio

Boutique online retailer Good Wine Good People (GWGP) is launching a trade arm, with the first wines now available to the UK on and off-trade.

Staff shortages affect 45% of wine industry Prowein finds

According to new research published by Prowein, 45% of businesses in the wine industry have been affected by staff shortages over the last two years.

USA: Wine for the many, not the few

David Kermode looks at the United States’ Pinot, Chardonnay and Bordeaux-style blends and the opportunities for these in the face of ever-rising Burgundy and Bordeaux prices.

Producer Q&A: Rebekah Wineburg, Quintessa

Californian Vintners Report High Quality for 2022 Harvest

Wineries across the state are expecting ‘a high-quality vintage for 2022’ according to the Californian Vinters Report.

Pacific Wines embraces bricks and mortar

Online retailer Pacific Wines has announced plans to open an inaugural shop at the end of August, making the leap from ecommerce to physical retail.

Five minutes with James Hocking, James Hocking Wines

Andrew Catchpole catches up with the specialist importer after the launch of The California List to discover what is driving interest in the Golden State’s wines.

California crests a West Coast wave on Liv-ex

The number of Californian wines traded on Liv-ex has risen almost 480% over the last five years to reach a record high.

Fine wine market hits new highs

The global secondary fine wine market has hit new heights in 2021, surpassing previous records and growing in variety. Andrew Catchpole dips in.

IWCA membership swells with 12 new high-profile applicants

The International Wineries for Climate Action (IWCA) grouping has accepted application for membership from 12 new wineries to join its ranks.

Majestic lists Kosher wines for first time

Majestic Wines has listed four Kosher wines online and in 14 stores across the UK, marking a first for the retailer.