The Who’s Who of Wine Cool
PUNCH
JUNE 18, 2024
These are the 10 best natural wine producers to know right now, according to sommeliers, wine writers and buyers.
We Asked: “How Do You Price Your Wine List?”
PUNCH
JULY 10, 2024
Sommeliers and wine professionals at top New York City restaurants like The Four Horsemen and Claud share how they price their wine lists.
Wine 
338
338 Join 5,000+
professionals
Sign Up for our Newsletter
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.
Trending Sources
Ask A Bartender: Clarke Anderson on Mixing with Matcha, Turmeric and Tepache
Chilled Magazine
NOVEMBER 20, 2024
Being raised in a family that valued food and wine, Clarke Anderson’s interest in food science and culinary arts was sparked early on. Clarke’s career began as a sommelier at Fogo de Chao in Atlanta, and he later joined Ford Fry’s team, helping open no. I had never felt such a strong connection between people and their agriculture.
Bartending 246
246 
Sancerre Is More Than a Wine, It’s a Brand
PUNCH
MAY 17, 2024
As the bistro staple rises in popularity (and price), many sommeliers find themselves at a crossroads: Serve the beloved wine with a thorny reputation, or find alternatives to satisfy its fans.
Wine 329
329 
SAI’s Sommelier competition to be held next week
Spiritz
JANUARY 15, 2025
The Sommeliers Association of India (SAI) has announced the launch of ‘2025 SAI Best Sommelier of India’ competition , set to take place on January 23, 2025 at The Lalit Lawn, Mumbai. It is a proud moment to watch Indian sommeliers step into the international arena, equipped to compete with the very best.”
Sommelier 94
94 
All the Questions You’re Too Afraid to Ask at the Wine Bar, Answered
PUNCH
AUGUST 27, 2024
The modern wine bar can be difficult to navigate. Here, sommeliers and experts answer questions about by-the-glass menus, tipping and more.
Sommelier 293
293 
Just Popping By a BYO Party With 200 of NYC’s Top Wine Pros
PUNCH
OCTOBER 22, 2024
Top New York City wine pros and sommeliers recently attended a BYO party and NYC restaurant Claud. Here are the bottles they brought.
Sommelier 274
274 
5 to Try: Cava, and the Wines Formerly Known as Cava
Imbibe Magazine
JULY 9, 2024
Odds are, your familiarity with Cava, the sparkling wine of Spain’s Catalonia region, may simply be as a cheap bottle of bubbles. Producers of the wine are pushing the regulating body, D.O. Cava, for stricter rules for quality, aiming to improve the wine’s global image and subsequent value.
Wine 264
264 
5 to Try: Burgundy Wines
Imbibe Magazine
MARCH 6, 2024
Burgundy “is the wine connoisseur’s region,” says Nikita Malhotra, head sommelier of Burgundy wine event, La Paulée. Since the wines are in a higher price bracket, learning to appreciate the region not only takes an investment of money but time and energy.
Wine 264
264 
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. I became obsessed with orange wine over a decade ago,” she says.
Wine 278
278 
VINSights: How to Pair Wine By Cooking Method
Cheers
OCTOBER 30, 2024
While following the old adage about serving white wines with fish and red wines with meat will work reasonably well, it’s possible to take your wine-pairing skills to the next level by learning a few tricks of the trade. Foods that are raw or cooked without browning often pair best with wines that are young, unoaked and fresh.
Wine 105
105 
Spanish Wine Bars Are Having a Moment
Imbibe Magazine
APRIL 1, 2024
You may have noticed the increasing prevalence of wines from regions like Galicia or Catalunya on wine lists, or even the spate of locales leaning fully Spanish. In our March/April issue , Jennifer Fiedler explores the growing wave of Spanish wine bars and restaurants. The following are Spanish wine bars on our radar.
Wine 264
264 
So Long, Chilled Reds. The “Big Red” Renaissance Is Upon Us.
PUNCH
JANUARY 20, 2025
Big, bold red wines like Bordeaux and merlot are making a comeback, unseating chilled red wine. Here's why, according to sommeliers.
Sommelier 317
317 
We Asked 7 Sommeliers: What’s the Most Overrated Red Wine?
VinePair
JULY 30, 2024
A red wine is the sum of several important factors. This diversity makes drinking red wine fun, and any pour of something new and unfamiliar can double as a mini-adventure filled with enticing flavor possibilities. Of course, wine is highly subjective. You’re not alone — wine professionals know this feeling, too.
Sommelier 138
138 
A New Wave of French Wine Bars
Imbibe Magazine
FEBRUARY 7, 2024
For Jorge Riera , the headline-making, French-heavy wine lists he created for New York City’s Frenchette aren’t especially new—for him. To Jon Bonné, managing editor of Resy and author of The New French Wine (Ten Speed Press, 2023), the return of France as a dominant news peg in the wine world feels a little like a homecoming.
Wine 279
279 
We Asked 20 Sommeliers: What’s the Most Underrated Wine? (2024)
VinePair
MARCH 7, 2024
If you drink wine on a regular basis, chances are you have a go-to glass or grape you gravitate to on menus or your local shop. Seeking expert advice, we asked sommeliers for the overlooked and underappreciated bottles, grapes, and wine styles they are currently coveting. Keep reading to see what the pros had to say.
Sommelier 131
131 
The Spirits We’re Flowing During this Year’s Sun Wine & Food Fest at Mohegan Sun
Chilled Magazine
FEBRUARY 14, 2024
The 2024 Sun Wine and Food Fest at Mohegan Sun was a spectacular celebration of culinary excellence and fine beverages. Spanning over several days, the festival brought together renowned chefs, sommeliers, mixologists, and food enthusiasts from around the world for a series of unforgettable events. We can’t wait until next year!
Sommelier 246
246 
Stop Asking Your Sommelier for ‘Dry’ Wine
VinePair
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
The term “dry” is one of the most commonly misunderstood terms in the wine world. And if you ask a sommelier the most frequent request they get on an average night of service, chances are they’ll say it’s for a dry wine: “What’s your driest Chardonnay ?” “Can So, what terms should wine drinkers use instead?
Sommelier 111
111 
Ask a Somm: Is It Rude to Take a Picture of the Bottle I Ordered?
VinePair
JANUARY 22, 2025
If you didnt take a picture of a bottle of wine, did you even drink it? In the era of sharing flex Burgundies and unicorn natural wines on social media, sometimes it feels like the answer is no. But at a high-end restaurant, is it rude to ask the sommelier for help getting the perfect shot?
Bottling 105
105 
We Asked 20 Sommeliers: What’s Your Go-To Summer Wine?
VinePair
AUGUST 13, 2024
One of the joys of summertime is finding the perfect wine to pair with the season’s variety of outdoor activities. Seeking guidance and inspiration from the experts, we asked sommeliers for the go-to wines they turn to when the heat is on. Evelyn Goreshnik, wine director, Last Word Hospitality , L.A.
Sommelier 111
111 
Do Sommeliers Actually Try Every Bottle of Wine on Their Lists?
VinePair
SEPTEMBER 11, 2024
When asking for wine advice at a bar or restaurant, it’s always reassuring to know that the sommelier is familiar with (and enjoys!) the wine they’re recommending — especially since ordering a bottle is an expensive risk these days. In that case, a sommelier might be expected to try almost everything on the list.
Sommelier 105
105 
We Asked 17 Sommeliers: What’s the Most Underrated Supermarket Wine?
VinePair
MAY 14, 2024
Sometimes the convenience of a one-stop grocery haul for dinner and a bottle of wine can be too hard to pass up. Thankfully, as our wine experts below can attest, there are plenty of underrated supermarket wines that won’t let you or your meal down. Greg Cantu, wine director, Quaintrelle , Portland, Ore.
Sommelier 105
105 
We Asked 11 Sommeliers: Which Bordeaux Wine Offers the Best Bang for Your Buck? (2024)
VinePair
JUNE 13, 2024
This legendary region produces some of the best wines in the world, with old-vine grapes that offer a signature intensity and structure that can’t be replicated anywhere else. What counts as a bang for your buck is subjective, of course, especially when it comes to the priciest wines on the shelf. Here’s what the pros said.
Sommelier 111
111 
We Ask Angelia Mondavi about Nassau Paradise Island Wine and Food Fest
Chilled Magazine
JUNE 13, 2024
As part of our “What We’re Hearing” about Nassau Paradise Island Wine & Food Festival at Atlantis (NPIWFF) content series, we are counting the days until the annual event in March 2025! The five-day celebration of food, wine, spirits, and Bahamian-culture attracts all sorts of talent from celebrity chefs to connoisseurs.
Wine 246
246 
What It’s Like To Be a Pregnant Bartender
Imbibe Magazine
MARCH 11, 2025
I was really worried about what all these men would think if I came over to their table with a big belly and a bottle of wine. I had never seen a pregnant sommelier, James remembers. I was really worried about what all these men would think if I came over to their table with a big belly and a bottle of wine.
Bartending 229
229 
We Asked 20 Sommeliers: What Red Wine Offers the Best Bang for Your Buck?
VinePair
MARCH 28, 2024
Despite the huge variety of wine available in the U.S. 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. I think Portuguese Baga is a super-delicious wine that is usually very reasonably priced.”
Sommelier 119
119 
Better Drinks Take Flight
Imbibe Magazine
JUNE 10, 2024
Still, despite limited space and access to fresh ingredients, airlines have introduced increasingly sophisticated drink offerings thanks to partnerships, sommeliers, and even bar pop-ups. I make it all the time now when I’m in the air, since it’s low-ABV and only two ingredients: Coca-Cola and red wine,” she says.
Sommelier 278
278 
We Asked 10 Sommeliers: Which White Wine Offers the Best Bang for Your Buck?
VinePair
FEBRUARY 20, 2024
Everyone wants a wine that over-delivers on quality for an excellent price. But finding those kinds of deals can require a little extra wine knowledge and some research. Here, your best bets for getting your money’s worth on white wine. It is full-bodied and lively and a food-friendly wine. What more can you ask for?”
Sommelier 116
116 
New late-night wine bar Letra House opens in Sydney’s CBD
Australian Bartender
JANUARY 27, 2025
The underground wine bar is located beneath the Palazzo Salato on Kent Street. The venue offers an ever-changing wine list, catering not only to wine lovers but also to food enthusiasts. The venue offers an ever-changing wine list, catering not only to wine lovers but also to food enthusiasts.
Bar 84
84 
Ask a Sommelier: Should You Decant White Wine?
VinePair
MARCH 6, 2024
When it comes to serving wine, deciding when to decant your bottle can be tricky. But what about white wines? While white wines tend to lack the same tannins of the red counterparts — and oxidize much quicker — there is still merit in decanting that bottle of white Burgundy. Should You Decant White Wine?
Sommelier 105
105 
We Asked 9 Sommeliers: Which One Wine Is on Your Holiday Wish List?
VinePair
DECEMBER 15, 2023
Your friendly neighborhood wine shop is the perfect resource for fleshing out your wine wish list, as well as making other people’s wine wishes come true. We asked nine sommeliers across the world to share the epic bottles on their own holiday wish lists. The wines on sommeliers’ holiday wish lists in 2023: Cruse Wine Co.
Sommelier 105
105 
Ask a Sommelier: When Is It Too Late to Send Back a Bottle of Wine?
VinePair
JULY 7, 2024
If you’re at a restaurant with proper wine service, you’ll likely witness what looks like a well-rehearsed dance: A guest thumbs through a binder of options and consults the sommelier once or twice before reaching a decision for the table. This ritual between sommelier and guest usually stops when both parties approve the wine.
Sommelier 98
98 
Kamal Malik becomes the first Master Sommelier from India
Spiritz
AUGUST 13, 2024
In a historic achievement, Kamal Malik has become the first Indian to earn the prestigious Master Sommelier title. This milestone underscores his exceptional expertise and dedication to the world of wine. He first gained recognition by winning the Hilton South East Asia FB Masters Sommelier Cup in Jakarta, in 2015.
Sommelier 106
106 
40 Under 40 Spotlight: Ashleigh McFadden
Cheers
FEBRUARY 18, 2025
Who: Ashleigh McFadden What: Sommelier Where: Nadair restaurant in Atlanta Age: 37 First Industry Job: Server at a steakhouse in Lithonia, GA Favorite Drink: Traditional-method sparkling wine Sommelier Ashleigh McFadden has elevated Ndairs reputation by aligning the Atlanta restaurants wine program with its sustainability mission.
Sommelier 96
96 
We Asked 18 Sommeliers: What Chardonnay Offers the Best Bang for Your Buck? (2024)
VinePair
OCTOBER 3, 2024
Often celebrated as a chameleon for its adaptability depending on terroir and winemaking style, Chardonnay produces some of the most beautiful and coveted wines in the world. Seeking affordable yet overachieving Chardonnay, we reached out to sommeliers. It is fun and a fantastic value for an unusual white wine.”
Sommelier 111
111 
The Next Era of Spanish Wine Starts Now
Imbibe Magazine
JUNE 11, 2024
When the team behind Oxalis , a Michelin-starred restaurant in Brooklyn, opened Clinton Hill wine bar Place des Fêtes in 2022, beverage director Piper Kristensen knew exactly what he didn’t want to do: re-create the same-old, same-old bistronomy-style French-heavy list. Spanish wine—even great Spanish wine—isn’t new to stateside customers.
Wine 203
203 
The Remarkable Journey of Listán Prieto
Imbibe Magazine
OCTOBER 21, 2024
On a bustling evening at New York’s Contento , a restaurant celebrated for its globe-trotting fare and wine program, head sommelier Abe Zarate faces a challenge from diners eager to try a wine similar to the light, fruity profiles of Pinot Noir or Beaujolais. “I This is a Mexican wine made from the Misión grape.”
Sommelier 259
259 
We Asked 13 Sommeliers: Which Merlot Offers the Best Bang for Your Buck?
VinePair
OCTOBER 14, 2024
It’s a central component in prestigious wines of Bordeaux, particularly in bottles from the Right Bank. At the same time, Merlot can be one of the most approachable and easy-to-love wines, with its fruit-forward characteristics and plush mouthfeel. But despite the on-screen hate, Merlot is still a star in our eyes.
Sommelier 105
105 
We Asked 18 Wine Pros: What’s the Most Underrated Napa Wine? (2024)
VinePair
OCTOBER 10, 2024
Napa Valley is perhaps the most famous and well-publicized wine region in the United States. Despite its relatively compact size, the region produces almost 50 million cases of wine every year, about a quarter of California’s total wine production. The most underrated Napa wines, according to sommeliers: Corison J.
Wine 111
111 
Women in Beverage: Natalie Tapken
Cheers
DECEMBER 6, 2024
Natalie Tapken is the lead sommelier and beverage director at Bluepoint Hospitality Group in Easton, MD. I then worked at a steakhouse in high school where I always loved winning the wine contest for highest weekend sales. where I fully immersed myself into the world of wines. How did you get into the beverage alcohol business?
Sommelier 98
98 
SAI launches membership drive
Spiritz
OCTOBER 29, 2024
The Sommeliers Association of India (SAI) has introduced its official membership program, aimed at uniting professionals and enthusiasts while promoting excellence in the evolving beverage industry. Professional sommeliers will benefit from certifications, masterclasses, and access to international competitions.
Sommelier 90
90 
5 to Try: Crushable Summer Wines
Imbibe Magazine
JULY 3, 2024
An advanced sommelier and alum of spots like New York City’s Eleven Madison Park, de Pano opened her wine shop in late 2022 and highlights terroir-driven wines, with a particular affinity for low alcohol and high acid. Who wants to crush a 16 percent bottle of wine when the sun’s blazing?” And clocking in at 10.5
Wine 147
147 
What to Expect from SommCon 2024
Chilled Magazine
OCTOBER 2, 2024
SommCon®, the premier event for wine, beer, and spirits professionals, will return to San Diego’s Town & Country Resort from October 5-7, 2024. SommCon is also known for its in-depth wine and spirits education, career support, and marketplace, which showcases both domestic and international producers.
Sommelier 246
246 
Let's personalize your content