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We Asked 20 Sommeliers: Which Wine Do You Wish People Ordered More? (2024)

VinePair

AUGUST 27, 2024

Scanning a bottle shop or menu for something other than your tried-and-true wine can be intimidating. But while it may be tempting to turn to an old favorite, venturing off the beaten path and diving into the unknown may lead to discovering your new darling bottle. But, like all mothers, it’s happy to let her child steal the spotlight.

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We Asked 7 Sommeliers: What’s the Most Overrated Red Wine?

VinePair

JULY 30, 2024

We asked seven sommeliers to find out which red wines, from the classic to the culty, get more buzz than they deserve. When grabbing a bottle of affordable red, a common mistake is to go [straight] to Cabernet Sauvignon. You’re not alone — wine professionals know this feeling, too. appeared first on VinePair.

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We Asked 20 Sommeliers: What’s the Most Underrated Wine? (2024)

VinePair

MARCH 7, 2024

Seeking expert advice, we asked sommeliers for the overlooked and underappreciated bottles, grapes, and wine styles they are currently coveting. The Most Underrated Wines, According to Sommeliers: Muscadet Vermentino Wine made from the native grapes of Portugal Pinot Gris Chenin Blanc from the U.S. Rosé Champagne!

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We Asked 20 Sommeliers: Which Burgundy Offers the Best Bang for Your Buck? (2024)

VinePair

JANUARY 25, 2024

Keep reading to discover producers from lesser-known villages worthy of committing to memory, the under-the-radar grapes you should discover, and a few standout bottles of Beaujolais. They are definitely worth seeking out.” Jenna Isaacs, sommelier, Rustic Canyon , Santa Monica, Calif. Supe versatile from a pairing aspect, too!”

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5 to Try: Orange Wines

Imbibe Magazine

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Despite its ancient roots and modern popularity, orange wine still lacks a legal definition and currently remains categorized under white wine. Sommelier Doreen Winkler leaned into the former, launching the first orange wine subscription service in 2019. This wine tastes like Haribo Tropicana mix in the best way!”

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We Asked 14 Wine Pros: What’s the Best Red Wine for Beginners?

VinePair

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

The former just involves opening a bottle and pouring a glass; the latter means falling in love with the many regions, grapes, and styles that come with the color. It may not look like the most accessible hobby given the scores of reds on the shelves of your local bottle shop. Definitely. Here’s what they had to say.

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A New Wave of French Wine Bars

Imbibe Magazine

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Molly Wismeier, sommelier and co-owner of MaMou in New Orleans. Photo by Michael Mantese Molly Wismeier , a Food & Wine Sommelier of the Year with more than 30 years of experience, has had a front-row seat to the rapid evolution in the French wine world. Photo by Sam Hanna Photography MaMou bar.

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We Asked 19 Sommeliers: What’s the Most Overrated Wine? (2023)

VinePair

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Sommeliers often put their personal wine preferences aside when making recommendations to guests to ensure they’re getting exactly what they are looking for. Thibault Dubreuil, sommelier, Eli’s Table , NYC “When it comes to red wines, one of the most overrated and oversubscribed grapes is Cabernet Sauvignon.

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Interview with moderato Co-Founders Fabien Marchand-Cassagne and Sebastien Thomas

Dry Atlas

AUGUST 28, 2024

They also reveal how they’re winning over both skeptics and sommeliers, while expanding the accessibility of wine for those who wish to enjoy the experience without the effects of alcohol. I was impressed to see that your Cuvée Revolutionnaire was described as “baffling” by a top sommelier in France. ST: Definitely.

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We Asked 20 Sommeliers: What Red Wine Offers the Best Bang for Your Buck?

VinePair

MARCH 28, 2024

market, picking out a bottle worthy of its price when you’re in the mood for red can be tricky. To help you resist decision paralysis and narrow down your choices, we asked sommeliers for the splurges they deem worthy and the under-the-radar deals within this mammoth category. Gabriel Corbett, sommelier, JÔNT , Washington, D.C.

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The Next Era of Spanish Wine Starts Now

Imbibe Magazine

JUNE 11, 2024

Because of tariffs and inflation, he says, “French wine pricing had gone up 25 percent in a year,” adding around $10 per bottle wholesale, which would have pushed list pricing beyond what he wanted to charge for a casual neighborhood weeknight spot. That’s definitely one of our selling points—one of the things that makes us unique.”

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North of Atlanta, the Tides Are Changing for Georgia-Grown Wine

VinePair

MARCH 17, 2024

While white Muscadine is still one of Habersham’s top sellers, the bottles themselves are growing more complex. There is definitely a shift with native grapes. Ernst does his part by working with quality venues for his wine tours, partnering with the owners, winemakers, and sommeliers to offer tasting notes and change minds.

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15 Winemakers to Watch in 2024

VinePair

JANUARY 15, 2024

But these 15 winemakers are definitely ones to keep an eye on in 2024. In 2024, Reynolds is looking forward to releasing a new bottling of Muscat Vert from Sonoma’s Nakai Vineyard. Keep an eye out for these stunning bottles to experience extremely linear, acid-driven wines. Emme Wines — Sonoma, Calif. Falanghina.

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We Asked 17 Bartenders: What’s the Best New Scotch That’s Earned a Spot on Your Bar?

VinePair

MARCH 19, 2024

It’s the rare home bar cart that has extra space for a constant influx of new bottles, though. Could definitely be considered a gateway into a vast category of spirits. Redacted Bros (known as Thompson Bros outside the United States) are the independent bottling arm of Dornoch Distillery. I’d say Oban 14.

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I Tested Over 40 Booze-Free Sparkling Wines. Here’s What I Thought.

Dry Atlas

MAY 15, 2024

I awarded each bottle of non-alcoholic bubbles that I list here with anywhere between 1 – 10 Bubbles. 10 Classico from Lyre’s Available in 250ml cans and 750ml bottles (the “Grande”), Lyre’s Classico is “an Italian-inspired sparkling with a crisp, dry finish.” First of all, I love the bottle.

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We Asked 20 Sommeliers: Which Wine Do You Wish People Ordered More? (2024)

We Asked 7 Sommeliers: What’s the Most Overrated Red Wine?

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We Asked 20 Sommeliers: What’s the Most Underrated Wine? (2024)

We Asked 20 Sommeliers: Which Burgundy Offers the Best Bang for Your Buck? (2024)

5 to Try: Orange Wines

We Asked 14 Wine Pros: What’s the Best Red Wine for Beginners?

A New Wave of French Wine Bars

We Asked 19 Sommeliers: What’s the Most Overrated Wine? (2023)

Interview with moderato Co-Founders Fabien Marchand-Cassagne and Sebastien Thomas

We Asked 20 Sommeliers: What Red Wine Offers the Best Bang for Your Buck?

The Next Era of Spanish Wine Starts Now

North of Atlanta, the Tides Are Changing for Georgia-Grown Wine

15 Winemakers to Watch in 2024

We Asked 17 Bartenders: What’s the Best New Scotch That’s Earned a Spot on Your Bar?

I Tested Over 40 Booze-Free Sparkling Wines. Here’s What I Thought.

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