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.

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VinePair

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Helmed by Andre Mack, a renowned sommelier and winemaker, Rye & Sons is an exciting approach to rye from a wine perspective. Joseph Ehrmann, mixologist and owner, Elixir , San Francisco “ Angel’s Envy Rye has definitely earned its place here at Lindens! appeared first on VinePair.

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VinePair

JULY 1, 2025

From relatively humble beginnings in the 1960s to a modern region boasting not just critical acclaim and commercial success but also investment and attention from many of the world’s largest wine companies, the Willamette Valley is now one of the most well-known and respected wine regions in the world — especially for its Pinot.

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VinePair

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

There’s a difference between drinking red wine and getting into red wine. Of course, every wine-related journey can benefit from a little guidance. We asked 14 sommeliers and wine professionals to share their thoughts on the bottles that can get the ball rolling for the red wine newbie.

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Just Drinks

JUNE 24, 2025

Fiona Holland June 24, 2025 Share Copy Link Share on X Share on Linkedin Share on Facebook James Osborn, managing director at Hambledon Wine Estate. Founded in 1952, the UK’s Hambledon Wine Estate is one of the earliest entrants in English wine, owning one of the oldest commercial vineyards in the country.

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VinePair

JANUARY 15, 2024

In the ever-changing world of wine, each vintage brings a new opportunity for eager winemakers to make their mark on the industry. This list showcases the producers of some of the most exciting and thought-provoking wines that recently hit the market, or will in the coming months, with a focus on emerging regions.

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VinePair

JUNE 11, 2025

Originally from France’s esteemed Burgundy region, Pinot Noir is the grape behind some of the world’s most expensive and prestigious wines, but that doesn’t mean it’s completely inaccessible. There’s even a standout wine from New Zealand and an impressive bottle from Virginia. The wine has a deep nose of cherries and herbs.

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Dry Atlas

JUNE 5, 2024

By Charlie Friedmann, Co-Founder and President of Proxies “Not wine. But if Proxies aren’t wine, does that mean they’re not non-alcoholic wine either? What is non-alcoholic wine? What is non-alcoholic wine? Typically, non-alcoholic wine is made by first making wine, then dealcoholizing it.

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Dry Atlas

AUGUST 28, 2024

Partner Content: moderato In a country where wine is more than just a beverage—it’s a cultural cornerstone—launching a non-alcoholic wine brand in France is nothing short of revolutionary. Dry Atlas: French culture and alcoholic wine seem to be inextricably linked. Sebastien Thomas: We’re both wine lovers, actually.

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Dry Atlas

MAY 15, 2024

By Isabel van Zuilen, Founder of Sobertopia Since I love bubbles, here’s an overview of over 40 non-alcoholic sparkling wines I’ve tried and tested myself, including my reviews, my bubbly rating, and where you can get them! Why only bubbles… My favorite drink while still drinking alcohol was sparkling wine, preferably pink Champagne.

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VinePair

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Master Sommelier. After the unexpected sensation of the original SOMM film , the elite title bestowed by the Court of Master Sommeliers upon a tiny set of hospitality industry obsessives has gone from obscure insider jargon to the wine world equivalent of celebrity status. Are you a Master Sommelier?

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VinePair

MARCH 7, 2025

Theres been a ton of chatter lately about how wine service, especially in NYC, is kind of a mess right now. So whats actually going on with wine service right now? Simple: The somms are the ones who actually know the wine. Now, if a guest is lost in a giant wine list and needs guidance, having a somm step in is great.

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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. With that in mind, we polled experts from Boston to Tijuana to discover the wine trends and styles the pros are just plain tired of.

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VinePair

AUGUST 27, 2024

Scanning a bottle shop or menu for something other than your tried-and-true wine can be intimidating. With so many choices, it’s easy to throw in the towel and stick to the wines you know best. Nicole Castro Garro, wine director, Lita , Aberdeen, N.J. The mother of Cabernet Sauvignon is so complex, floral, fruity, and delicious.

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VinePair

JANUARY 25, 2024

Beloved for producing alluring, terroir-based Pinot Noir and Chardonnay wines, historic Burgundy has bewitched the beverage world for centuries. That said, we’re here to tell you it is possible to find Burgundy wines that are both excellent and affordable. They are definitely worth seeking out.”

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VinePair

MAY 6, 2025

Its been a spectacular success story one of the most dramatic and consistent ascents in modern wine history. Essentially out of nowhere, beginning around the turn of the millennium, New Zealand wine exports lit the candle and cleared the launchpad. Thats a whole lot of eggs in one little basket.

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Imbibe Magazine

JUNE 11, 2025

Having a low-alcohol beer as your flagship is definitely more desirable.” Servers “must keep an eye on the room to see, and know, everyone who’s drinking kölsch,” says co-owner and sommelier Hugo Jacques, who collaborated with Quebec brewery Les Grands Bois on a custom kölsch.

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VinePair

MARCH 17, 2024

When Georgia is mentioned in wine-centric circles, the discussion is usually centered on the Eastern European nation, where the traditional clay amphora fermentation process is the stuff of reverent legends. But today, the wine industry in Northern Georgia is making up for lost time, and catching up quickly. They do not.”

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VinePair

MARCH 19, 2024

Could definitely be considered a gateway into a vast category of spirits. Definitely a great option for the everyday consumer with an excellent price point for an exceptional whisky.” ” —Jack Zarecky, beverage manager and sommelier, St. I’d say Oban 14. It is a symbol of his work and a handoff to the next generation.”

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VinePair

DECEMBER 11, 2024

Around the holidays, a bottle of wine seems like a simple, easy gift to give until youre standing in a liquor store trying to figure out what to buy. How much to spend and what to give are complicated questions, but add in the question of what your host likes to drink and even a well-versed wine drinker could lose hours trying to decide.

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VinePair

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

On the other hand, some signals can indicate good times ahead, whether that be a friendly server, complimentary bread service, or a stellar wine list. But what makes for a standout wine program? Curious which regions or winemakers sommeliers look for? Their wines are brisk, challenging, and hard to get a hold of.

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VinePair

NOVEMBER 19, 2024

When you’re trying to pick a wine, it’s intuitive to stick with varietals and regions that have an excellent reputation, like a Sauvignon Blanc from New Zealand or Sancerre. But an excellent reputation often means higher prices, especially for wines from the most famous regions and producers. But how do you find them?

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VinePair

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

Finding a bargain in the wine world today can feel like an impossible task. Whether it be an emerging region or a producer that’s flown under the radar, there are still some exciting hidden gems to discover in wine. Adam Urban, general manager, Sidetracked Wine Co. I love the wines of J.C. Chamblee, Ga.

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VinePair

MARCH 13, 2025

In the world of wine, grape varieties like Cabernet Sauvignon , Pinot Noir , and Chardonnay tend to take up a lot of the conversation. But their popularity often means that some pretty spectacular wines made from less common grapes in unsuspecting regions get overlooked. It is a complete wine, and pairs well with a myriad of foods.”

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VinePair

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Yet those who persevere yield a host of terroir-driven wines ranging from bright and fruity to dark and funky depending on their origin. We asked 16 wine professionals to find out. They have great wines that are extremely food-friendly!” The wines offer wonderful freshness and vibrancy with pronounced minerality.”

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VinePair

JANUARY 16, 2025

Each year, the wine industry sees trends come and go. And while were anxious to see what fads pop up in 2025 what will be the next chillable red or orange wine? One hot topic thats been central to the conversation over the past few years is natural wine. So where do wine pros stand on the natural wine debate now?

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VinePair

MAY 21, 2025

Its a certainty that many wine consumers, professionals, and civilians alike share the same dirty little secret: an unfashionable love for big, rich white wines. Many professional and social encounters now involve imperious praise for enamel-assaulting acidity as the ultimate indispensable white wine trait.

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VinePair

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

When the VinePair team isn’t busy working at HQ, we’re in the field doing what we do best: scoping out the best cocktails, wine, and beer in the five boroughs. And what’s better to pair with Bridges’ grilled oysters, king crab, and steamed turbot than a refreshing yet deeply complex white wine? The best part? We all chose well.

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VinePair

DECEMBER 8, 2024

There was a significant increase in creative no- and low-ABV menus, an obsession with clarified and carbonated cocktails, and, unfortunately, a massive price hike on bottle and by-the-glass wine lists. White Wine Continues its Rise Credit: @massicanwinery on Instagram Red wines long reign over the category might officially be over.

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VinePair

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

For the average mainstream drinker, fortified wine has long been out of fashion. And with all the cultural shame currently being dumped on both alcohol content and sugar two components most fortified wines contain in abundance and by design that unfortunate reality isnt likely to change anytime soon.

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VinePair

MAY 15, 2025

And while we as viewers cope with the fictional end of the world in our own way (with a bowl of ice cream and a glass of wine, preferably under a weighted blanket), nothing helps a character cope better than booze if they can get their hands on it, of course. Neither is our obsession with consuming doomsday content.

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Mixologists

APRIL 11, 2025

We'll move far beyond simple definitions, offering practical, actionable advice and expert recommendations to empower you in selecting the most suitable tools that perfectly align with your individual needs, budgetary parameters, and ambitious cocktail aspirations.

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VinePair

APRIL 14, 2025

Few sounds are more joy-inducing than the seductive and universally recognizable pop of a sparkling wine cork: an instant Pavlovian call to arms for celebration, good times, and good drinking. But troublingly, the wine world currently has few reasons to toast in its continuing epoch of bewildered reckoning. But then theres bubbly.

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Drinkhacker

JANUARY 28, 2025

If you’ve ever gotten rankled by your sommelier, your bartender, your booze merchant, or your favorite brand of hooch, read on and see if you agree with us. Red wine served too warm That bin of Chianti parked next to the pizza oven is doing no one any favors. Invest in a wine fridge, folks. -CN We will not be silenced!

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VinePair

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

So we asked 20 professionals writers, photographers, beer sommeliers, beer competition judges, and others for their picks on the breweries people need to watch in 2025. Theyve teased cans of their seasonal Fest Bier this fall, which means Ill definitely be watching. Their reasons are various. Fine Creek Brewing Company Powhatan, Va.

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