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We are thrilled and excited to welcome Matteo Sardagna Einaudi, owner of Poderi Einaudi Winery to Santa Fe.

Nestled between Spain and the Atlantic Ocean, Portugal’s diversity of local wines remains largely undiscovered by the rest of the world.

How to explain the world of wine’s longstanding fascination with comparing California to Bordeaux?

Once centrally important to Italy’s political and economic life; the wellspring of Italian language, culture and art is central to the modern Italian identity.

Jerez - Xérès - Sherry. Most people turn up their noses at sherry, unaware that this singular style of fortified wine can deliver a range of complex and pleasurable flavors.

Burgundy occupies a unique position in the wine world.

Fueled by a string of consistently excellent vintages, Oregon’s wine industry has expanded in terms of breadth and quality.

It’s nearly impossible to condense the breadth of territories, soil types and cepages touched by the 600 miles of the Loire river.

No one can deny the vast appeal of French wine.

The word “renaissance” has been thrown around a lot in the beverage world over the past few years, applied to everything from craft beer to rye whiskey. And in keeping with all recent renaissances, the world of cider has gotten much more diverse and experimental.

What if there was a wine in New Mexico that not only tasted good but tasted well crafted, honest and real?

Jon Bonné has written many things about the world of wine. His book 'The New California Wine' explores the up and coming winemakers and the excitement they bring to what's in the bottle. This has inspired us to look at the people who are challenging the notions of what New World Wine is supposed to taste like.

Since ancient times, the Rhône Valley has been a hub of wine culture.

Campania, like many Italian regions, is home an impressive array of grape varieties, some of which are found almost nowhere else on earth.

The effect of Terroir starts below ground. We continue our focus on what's below the vines by looking at Limestone.

The Cradle of Democracy is now one of the hottest wine regions - the New Old World.

The bacari that line the streets of Venice could rightfully be called humanity’s original wine bars, ideal watering holes providing a quick glass of vino for all those who could not afford the time or the money to sit and enjoy a meal.

New Zealand has gained a reliable reputation for a very particular style of Sauvignon Blanc. But the variety, along with the local wine industry has grown and matured throughout the past few years.

We welcome Chris Barnes from Jose Pastor Selections as we explore some of our favorite wines.

It's not black magic, although sometimes it appears to be. Understanding the flavors you smell and taste is an important step in learning more about what you are tasting and how you interpret the sensory inputs.

Since we at Arroyo Vino are committed to growth through education, we have decided to make our March 9th tasting a showcase highlighting the contributions of female winemakers.

Natural wines represent the hottest growing movement in the contemporary world of wine.

Dramatic landscapes. Committed growers. Distinctive wines.

Chile’s wine industry has undergone a remarkable transformation in the past few years.

The most fascinating up and coming wine region in Italy right now is a lot further south—the island of Sicily.

The slow burning rise of Alzinger—the brand created by both father and son through two generations of winemaking—has finally afforded this standout Wachau estate the international renown it deserves.

Champagne holds a special place in our hearts, but there are many different styles of bubbly in the world.

Bordeaux holds a coveted place in the world of wine.

Join us as we drink beyond the usual suspects and talk about the wines we enjoy most during holiday dinners.

For many people, Rioja is synonymous with Spanish wine, but Spain is a vast country that encompasses many different climates, winemaking styles and indigenous varieties.

Bourbon is an American spirit, its origins shrouded in legend and folklore.

Burgundy — or Bourgogne in French — is the source of endless wine related love, frustration and fascination.

The history of rosé champagne is long and varied. Shipping records of the pink stuff date back to 1775.

Chardonnay is arguably the most famous white wine grape in the world, and its mostly America's fault.

Sauvignon Blanc is a real wild child. Literally.

You wouldn’t think Santa Fe would be a hub of artisanal sake.