Raise your hand if you’ve ever chosen a wine based on its label art. Yup, we thought so (and, for the record, we have too). There’s so much information to

Burgundy is home to some of the best, most terroir-driven wines in the world. It was here, actually, that the concept of terroir was born; in the Middle Ages, Benedictine

When it comes to wine, old age has cachet. Bottles from centuries past are among the world’s most sought-after, but it’s also widely and wrongly assumed that all vino gets better

Silky. Wooly. Velvety. Ever wonder why wine professionals describe wine like they would the contents of a sock drawer? It’s not winesplaining, it’s somm-speak, and it’s a useful language to

Winemakers can be an elusive bunch. So on the rare occasion that you get face time with a vigneron during a tour or tasting, it’s normal to feel a little

Let’s face it: diving into the world of wine can be overwhelming. With so much information out there, it’s difficult to know where to start and what to focus on.

Summer is nearly here, and we’re ready to celebrate. This time of year evokes sandy beaches, outdoor music festivals, backyard BBQs, and late nights around the campfire. How to make

Each of us is shaped by the place we’re from—and wine is no different. The origin of a wine tells you what you can expect from a bottle, from taste

France’s Champagne region has a long history as a place of gathering and celebration. In the Middle Ages, the monarchy held their coronations in the Cathedral of Notre-Dame in Reims,

Wine and cheese are like The Beach Boys: they create perfect harmony and are guaranteed to please a crowd, no matter the scene.  While there’s an art to pairing wine

Over the years, sulfites have become an antagonist in the world of wine: from headaches to hangovers, the preservative compound has taken the blame for a wide range of bodily

When Daniel Humm, executive chef of the Michelin three-star restaurant Eleven Madison Park in New York City, announced they would reopen with an entirely vegetarian menu, the world got a

Nothing added, nothing removed. The natural wine movement celebrates the purest expression of terroir with organic or biodynamic farmed grapes cultivated using a low-intervention approach. But is natural winemaking better

After more than a year of working remotely, many of us have adapted to a “new normal.” We take meetings from our bedrooms, give presentations in sweatpants, and “commute” between

Long the playground of French royalty, the Loire Valley is synonymous with aristocratic chateaux, Romanesque churches and formal gardens. But the vast river valley has more to offer than Old

Great food is nothing without great wine. Or is it the other way around? Decide for yourself on VIVANT with an exclusive new series dedicated to the art and science

We are thrilled to share with the world VIVANT, the first interactive platform connecting responsible winemakers, consumers and expert wine advisors in streaming Live Experiences. VIVANT blends engaging interaction, personalized

For many wine lovers, choosing a favorite grape variety is akin to choosing a favorite child. But Chenin Blanc is a grape that tends to unite aficionados everywhere.  The refreshing

So much of the magic of VIVANT happens on screen. What members might not realize is all the effort, homework, and creativity that goes on behind the scenes. From mapping

The adage “what’s old is new again” holds true when it comes to orange wine. The ancient wine style is trending after dipping into relative obscurity over the past century.

With the explosion in popularity of natural wine, it’s never been easier to find sustainably made bottles, particularly in big cities like New York. And not just in places you’d

Think of Bordeaux as the grandparent of the wine world. The French region has a storied history going back centuries, and to this day is grounded in traditions that have

Of all the facts and figures listed on a wine label, the vintage—that is, the year the grapes were harvested—is perhaps the most overlooked. The date is not always prominently

One of those wine world mysteries we can’t wrap our heads around: why the wines of Alsace, in eastern France, have gone unnoticed (or at least insufficiently noticed) by a

You may not know what tannins are, but we’re willing to bet you’ve encountered them before. The plant-derived compound can be found in a variety of foods, including dark chocolate,

Sustainable wine may be having a moment, but the low-interventionist philosophy that underpins natural, biodynamic and organic winemaking stretches back thousands of years. Ultimately, these styles are about getting back

Humans have been making wine for at least 8,000 years. And while techniques have evolved, tastes have changed, and new regions have emerged over time, the raw ingredients and chemical

It’s hard not to feel intimidated when you’re just starting to learn about wine. From the countless regions and industry jargon to the hundreds of exotic-sounding varietals, the subject can

Sauvignon Blanc is at least 500 years old, but the aromatic white wine—which gets its name from the French words sauvage (wild) and blanc (white)—didn’t explode in popularity until about

It can be tempting to reserve your finest bottles for fancy dinner parties and other special occasions. While we’re all for celebrating life’s big moments with elevated food and wine

In the beginning of April, winemakers across Europe suffered one of the worst frost spells in more than a half-century. The unexpected cold snap brought temperatures as low as 18

Baudouin grew up in the vineyards of Champagne. The five-hour French family lunch on Sunday is where he discovered fine wines at a young age. He spent years in Bordeaux

Laura grew up in France vacationing in vineyards with her wine-loving family. In a previous life as a lawyer in the wine sector, she traveled to the vineyards of Spain,

Did you know the growing biodynamic winemaking trend in France started in Alsace? Now on VIVANT, you can dive into this under-appreciated wine region and uncover its secrets and treasures.

Each year, Château de Pommard produces less than 1,800 bottles of Simone, its rarest cuvée, available on allocation only. Now for the first time, VIVANT members have the opportunity to

Last month, the nonprofit organization Wine Unify named VIVANT wine advisor Jordan Lynn Traylor as a 2020 Elevate Award recipient.  Wine Unify champions and promotes diversity in the wine business.

Megan was a plastics engineer in Virginia where the local vineyards hooked her into the world of wine. She left everything behind and moved to Burgundy, France in 2004 to

It’s safe to say we’re all ready for the New Year. You might be counting down to midnight this year from home, but celebrations still call for bubbly. VIVANT is

Whether you’re planning a holiday meal with family, a small gathering with friends, or just getting cozy at home this winter, we have a wine for you. We asked a

Nicole’s foray into wine started with a trip to Napa Valley for the 2014 harvest. Nicole loves the stories of the people and places that lie behind every wine label.

We use a strict set of criteria for producer partners featured in VIVANT experiences, but one of the guidelines isn’t just a technical checkbox to tick on paper. It’s a

Meet Preston Mohr, Global Wine Advisor Manager at VIVANT, and learn how he got in to the world of wine.

“Sustainability” today has become an overused buzzword, plastered into brand marketing for product greenwashing. Though there are important public conversations about sustainability, the word has lost its meaning for many.

You’re probably in the habit of looking for organic labels when shopping for groceries. When picking up a bottle of wine, don’t forget similar ecolabels help you identify responsibly made