Wine Spectator’s 2025 Pop Culture Wine Moments: Highlights + Humor
From Irish Wine Geese and Wimbledon corks to Norah Jones’ vino and a counterfeit Champagne case, we riff on Wine Spectator’s top 2025 pop-culture wine moments.
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Inside Bodega Norton’s ‘Mega Bankruptcy’ and Argentina’s crisis
Bodega Norton enters 'mega bankruptcy' amid family feud and soaring debts; assets frozen as Argentina's wine industry faces a perfect storm. What it means.
Winehog Calls Out Greedy Burgundy Restaurants and Price Gouging
Winehog’s Steen Öhman vows to drop Burgundy restaurants with obscene wine markups. Why transparency matters and how to navigate lists without getting gouged.
Costco’s Marcello Pelleriti Malbec: Inky Value from 1907 Vines
Dark, inky 2021 Marcello Pelleriti Signature Malbec from 1907 vines: vegan-friendly, French oak, Costco value. Our take on day 1 vs day 2. Plus price and aging.
Domaine Grivot 2024 Tank Tasting: Burgundy’s Tough-Year Bright Spots
Inside Winehog’s 2024 tank tasting at Domaine Grivot: a tricky vintage, smart picks, and where Pinot Noir shines—from Bossières to Les Chaumes.
Trader Joe’s Diamond Reserve Rutherford Napa Cab: $20 Stunner
Trader Joe's Diamond Reserve Rutherford Napa Cabernet (Lot 11) delivers real Rutherford dust for $19.99. Tasting notes, pairings, and why it's a smart buy.
Burgundy Prices Surge: Winehog Sharpens Scoring for 2026 Buyers
With Burgundy prices climbing, Winehog’s Steen Öhman sharpens his 2026 stance—favoring vins d’émotion over tedious bottles. Here’s what buyers should expect.
Golden Vines, the ‘Oscars of Fine Wine,’ Debuts in Miami 2025
Golden Vines, the 'Oscars of Fine Wine,' hits Miami Nov 7-9, 2025 with masterclasses, star chefs, big-bottle pours and money-can't-buy auction lots.
Winehog Calls Out Greedy Burgundy Restaurants: Enough Is Enough
Winehog’s Steen Öhman plans to drop Burgundy restaurants with obscene wine markups. Why pricing transparency matters for diners and domaines alike.
Costco’s 2021 Marcello Pelleriti Malbec: Old Vines, Big Value
An old-vine, vegan-friendly Malbec from La Consulta hits Costco shelves for $13.89. Tasting notes, decanting tips, and why this bottle is worth the grab.