News

USA Wine Ratings Introduces Greater Judge Transparency and Detailed Feedback for Every Entry

29/06/2026 | Every winery entering USA Wine Ratings will now receive a comprehensive digital feedback report featuring detailed score breakdowns, buyer-led feedback, and greater transparency into the judging process.

Interviews

What Makes A Wine Commercially Successful In U.S. Retail? 

16/06/2026 | A Conversation With Jusden Aumand, Head of Buying at Tri-Vin Imports

Insights

The American Wine Regions Challenging Napa’s Dominance

02/06/2026 | Climate change, rising vineyard costs, and shifting consumer tastes are driving America’s most exciting wine boom far beyond Napa Valley.

Interviews

Inside Total Wine & More: How Brands Can Support & Train Retail Staff to Grow Sell-Through

02/06/2026 | Getting listed is only the beginning. In this interview, Tim Tidgewell of Total Wine & More shares how wine and spirits brands can better support retail staff to drive stronger sell-through and long-term retail success.

Insights

How USA Wine Ratings Helps Wineries Reach U.S. Retail Buyers

16/05/2026 | For wineries around the world, gaining access to retail buyers in the United States has become increasingly competitive.

Insights

What Real Selling Looks Like for a Wine & Spirits Rep?

21/04/2026 | Most sales teams in wine & spirits are built for distribution — not for creating demand. If you’re serious about growth, this will show you what real selling actually looks like on the ground.

Producer Profiles

Why Château Fillon Deserves a Place on Your Shelves

18/03/2026 | An awarded Bordeaux estate with genuine differentiation, an established distribution footprint, and a story that resonates at the shelf. Here is what wine buyers need to know

Insights

Wine or Something Else? Why the “Wine Alternatives” Debate Is Really About Identity

13/01/2026 | As wine alternatives grow in relevance, the industry faces a deeper challenge than declining consumption: what is wine, and whether new categories deserve autonomy—or must continue to be measured against wine itself?

Insights

Tasting Notes Decoded: Understanding Judges' Comments on Top Wines

19/11/2025 | Unlock the secrets behind judges' tasting notes to elevate your wine knowledge and production techniques.

Producer Profiles

From Bekaa Valley to Your Portfolio: The Rise of Lebanese Wine in the U.S.

30/09/2025 | With distinctive indigenous varietals and food-friendly profiles, Lebanese wines are finding growing favor among U.S. importers and sommeliers