Peter Dow’s legacy: Nebbiolo in WA, Café Juanita & Cavatappi
Peter Dow’s imprint on Washington wine runs deep—from Café Juanita to Cavatappi, Red Willow Nebbiolo, and pioneering Syrah. A life well poured. Remembered at 80.
Category Wine News
General wine articles to help you learn and appreciate the wine world
Read MorePeter Dow’s legacy: Nebbiolo in WA, Café Juanita & Cavatappi
Restaurant Wine Etiquette: Should You Taste the Sample Pour?
Unsure about tasting that sample pour? Here’s why servers present the bottle, when it’s fine to skip the sip, and how to ask for a somm check.
Italian Wine Highlights: Kerner, Garda DOC, and Burgundy Study
From Alto Adige’s Kerner to Garda DOC’s low-alcohol push, Susannah’s 2025 highlights span brand ambassadorship, teaching Gen Z, and diving deep into Burgundy.
Bordeaux’s Breaking Point: Small Growers Struggle as Tech Emerges
Bordeaux faces crushing realities for small growers, from debt and demand shifts to mental health strains, while vineyard tech and pop culture reshape the wine world.
Restaurant Wine Etiquette: Sample Pour, Sniff, Trust the Somm
Do you have to approve the sample pour? Dr. Vinny says sniff for flaws, trust the somm, and stay relaxed. Here's how to handle it like a pro.
Peter Dow’s Legacy: Nebbiolo and the Rise of Washington Wine
Peter Dow’s rare triple-threat career shaped Washington wine. From Café Juanita to Nebbiolo at Red Willow, his imprint endures—and still guides what we drink.
From Kerner to Garda DOC: Susannah’s 2025 Wine Highlights, Trends
A laid-back look at Susannah’s 2025 wine highlights: Kerner love, Garda DOC’s low-alcohol move, Italian co-ops, teaching Gen Z, and Burgundy study vibes.
Bordeaux at Breaking Point: Small Growers Face Harsh Realities
Bordeaux’s small growers face brutal economics and heartbreaking headlines. Context on region, style, tech, and why it matters for your glass.
Peter Dow’s Legacy: Nebbiolo in WA and Café Juanita’s Impact
Peter Dow shaped Washington wine: Café Juanita’s Italian soul and Cavatappi’s Nebbiolo at Red Willow sparked experimentation that still defines the region today.
Bordeaux’s Breaking Point: Small Growers Face Harsh Realities in 2026
Bordeaux's small producers face debt, demand declines, and mental health strain. What this means for dry, structured reds and how the region adapts.
Ste. Michelle Wine Estates names David Bowman CEO, locally owned
Ste. Michelle Wine Estates names David Bowman CEO as Wyckoff family brings local ownership. What it means for Washington wine and SMWE’s Northwest brands.
Garrigue Explained: Why Rhône Herbs Show Up in Wines Worldwide
What is garrigue? We unpack the herbal signature of Provence and Southern Rhône wines, why it appears elsewhere, and how to spot it in the glass.