Not content with simply being "local," winegrowers create a sustainability certification and education program to spread eco-friendly practices

Jost Vineyards hopeful new president Carl Sparkes will prompt expansion

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Years of preparation finally pay off for the four newest members of the Court of Master Sommeliers

Barrett will be responsible for generating and increasing sales in the Midwestern United States, including working with distributors, participating in trade and consumer events and conducting restaurant and retail staff trainings.

Monvera Glass Décor has partnered with California Crystal to provide high quality, screen printed stemware for wineries and special events.

Likelii, a Cambridge startup described as "a disruptive supply chain for the multi-layered, inefficient wine industry," said today it has secured $450,000 in seed funding from two angel investors.

The Wines of Greece are available at fine retailers, but the distribution is much like the wines of other regions. Look for a quality Sommelier or retailer to assist in choosing so you get the best representation of the region

This week, at the 2012 Decanter World Wine Awards in London, Chinese wineries received 18 accolades in total: five commendations, 10 bronze medals, two silvers and one gold. China's single gold medal was won by Chateau Reifeng-Auzias in Shandong province for its Cabernet 2010.

Total Wine & More announced its entrance into the Texas market in April and since then it's been quickly and quietly renovating a roughly 30,000-square-foot space, transforming it into a Mecca for wine, spirits and beer

The increase in farm and operating loans has helped improve farmer and rancher productivity, launched new start-up operations, and ensured opportunities in agriculture for many more Americans

Some modern-day wine negociants can be counted on for quality, value

Wineries now have a great online presence and are experiencing increased sales

To many working in the North Fork Wine industry, the text in proposed changes to a law regarding special events regulations in Southold Town are simply flawed.

The wine trade could learn a lot from books, shower gels and strawberries - that's according to some of the industry's most senior figures, speaking at Harpers' debate at LIWF.

Wine broker and specialist European Fine Wines, is urging consumers not to get carried away with thinking of Champagne as an investment akin to the top wines from Bordeaux.

Vineyards throughout Texas are experiencing the passions of another classic season of grape growing with one exception.

In a valley known for philanthropy and lavish fundraisers, the Napa Valley Vintners' annual wine auction still stands out as an example of locals leveraging the Napa Valley's stellar reputation in the wine world to produce a fabulous boon for worthy causes.

At the outset of discussions, the very definition of "artisan" was challenged

Francis Coppola Winery, the Sonoma operation formed through the famed director and vintner's acquisition of the former Souverain winery in 2006, is coming off its first full year of operation after a comprehensive remodeling, reportedly costing $30 million

Meanwhile, the Times reports that QFC is blocking private liquor sales at some former state stores near its grocery stores, including the one at Totem Lake

Penfolds has just launched its icon wines in Europe - including the first-ever bottling of the new £165 Bin 169 Coonawarra Cabernet Sauvignon 2008, and the Grange 2007

The British booze cruise is set to make a resurgence as consumers take advantage of the weakening euro