New World Wine

Wine distribution in the U.S. has passed through three distinct phases: Free access, the Three-Tiered System, and winery-direct purchase.

Dec 2, 2009 - Alan Boehmer

Technology has brought maturity to established wine regions and opportunity to almost everyone else.

Nov 28, 2009 - Alan Boehmer

Napa Valley's first winery is building on a 148-year uninterrupted tradition and offering real competition to its competitors.

Nov 25, 2009 - Alan Boehmer

Lead crystal glassware may no longer be the glassware of choice. New technologically-inspired glassware is cheaper, stronger, and properly shaped and sized.

Nov 10, 2009 - Alan Boehmer

California's influence on Italian wine style is being held in check by the Italian government.

Nov 5, 2009 - Alan Boehmer

Is pop culture influencing the way we approach wine?

Nov 2, 2009 - Alan Boehmer

In an age of increasing attention to sustainable agriculture and organic farming, we take a quick look at the role of chemicals in wine production.

Oct 17, 2009 - Alan Boehmer

Every style of Riesling is offered by one of Washington State's unique sustainable wineries.

Oct 16, 2009 - Alan Boehmer

Perhaps no white winegrape variety in the world offers the extensive spectrum of wine styles as does Riesling, Germany's ancient noble grape.

Oct 14, 2009 - Alan Boehmer

First we were offered wine in a box. Now it's becoming available in individual serving size cans!

Oct 10, 2009 - Alan Boehmer

Are modern California Zinfandels wrestling with style issues?

Oct 7, 2009 - Alan Boehmer

The San Francisco International Wine Competition, held each year in Santa Rosa, California is the world's largest event of its kind.

Sep 27, 2009 - Alan Boehmer

The 20th anniversary of this catastrophic event is being celebrated by Santa Cruz winemakers who vividly recall the event.

Sep 22, 2009 - Alan Boehmer

A mixture of varieties can often lead to better balanced or more interesting wines.

Sep 10, 2009 - Alan Boehmer

One of the most revealing public tastings in the U.S. is set for August 23, 2009 in San Francisco.

Aug 19, 2009 - Alan Boehmer

Buy a bottle, get one free! Yes, really, but you have to go to Mumbai.

Aug 18, 2009 - Alan Boehmer

New white wine styles and blends are offering exciting new offerings.

Aug 9, 2009 - Alan Boehmer

Is Sauvignon Blanc poised to become a major player among the world's white varieties?

Jul 31, 2009 - Alan Boehmer

There was a time in the lives of many people reading this article when all wines were affordable.

Jul 21, 2009 - Alan Boehmer

The continual introduction of new appellations (AVAs) may be diluting the significance of older established ones.

Jul 7, 2009 - Alan Boehmer

The French National Institute for Agronomic Research reported a rise in alcohol levels in the wines of southern France, Italy and Spain by 2-3% over the past 15 years.

Jun 22, 2009 - Alan Boehmer

China has been making wine for over 2,200 years. So why don't we know more about it?

Jun 9, 2009 - Alan Boehmer

National wine regulations and controlled appellation laws affect every aspect of wine production from minimum alcohol levels to which varieties may be used.

May 27, 2009 - Alan Boehmer

Wine and Harvest Festivals are found in nearly every U. S. state and in at least three Canadian provinces. There is no easier way to learn about wine than to attend one.

May 18, 2009 - Alan Boehmer

Vintage Port is the supreme expression of Portugal's famous sweet wine. But Vintage Port is not the same as vintage wine, which is wine from a particular annual harvest.

May 8, 2009 - Alan Boehmer