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Telling Our Stories: Wine Writers Symposium Seeking Representation

Curating an experience that’s inclusive and committed to long-term change. Written by Sedale McCall Early in August, writers, editors, marketers, and more came together for the 2022 Wine Writers Symposium (WWS). Founded by Meadowood Napa Valley and the Napa Valley Vintners, the three-day event explores several themes related to contemporary wine writing and attracts …

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Bruno Almeida receives a Wine + Culture Award

Wine + Culture Fest: Roses, Rosé, and Rewards

Leave a Comment / Wine / By Angela / Black Wine In Atlanta, Black Wine Lovers, Black Wine Professionals, Bruno Almeida, Ray Sholes, Roses and Rose Awards, Wine + Culture Fest

Black wine professionals across the country received their roses at the Wine + Culture Fest. Written by Lauren Clark The 2022 Wine and Culture Fest came to Atlanta, Georgia in August. The event is run by The Hue Society, founded by change agent and sommelier Tahiirah Habibi in 2017, as part of an initiative …

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Wine Influencers Creating their own paths

Three Women in Wine Creating Their Own Paths

Leave a Comment / Wellness, Wine / By Sedale McCall / Black Wine Professionals, hispanics in wine, Homepage Wine, Wine, wine influencers, wine podcast

Desiree Harrison-Brown, Meaghan Odum, and Jessica Yanez are using their unique voices to be the change we want to see in wine. Written by Sedale McCall “I wanted to be a particular person that I saw in a restaurant. Dapper, Italian-cut suit, pointed-toe shoes, wonderful black serviette draped over his forearm, bottle held high. …

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Stella Rosa: Yay or Nay?

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Growing your palate beyond California’s favorite brand Written by Alana Bynes-Richardson Artwork by Cindy Nguyen Stella Rosa, either you love it or hate it… There’s been an ongoing online debate in the wine community questioning if Stella Rosa is “real” wine. Whether you’re a novice or wine connoisseur, you like what you like – …

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Packaged with a Taste of Soul: Top 9 Black-Owned Wine Shops in the U.S.

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Top 9 Black-Owned Wine Shops in the U.S. Written by Alexis Collins Artwork by Cindy Nguyen We’re raising a toast to African American contributors in wine by spotlighting some outstanding Black-owned wine shops and providing a destination to foster the community of Black entrepreneurs in the 3-tier wine distribution chain. Whether you’re a wine …

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South Africa’s Wine Arc Honors the Past and Future of Black Winemakers

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Stellenbosch’s first tasting room featuring Black-owned wine brands Written by Jennifer White Meet the team at The Wine Arc, Capetown’s newest tasting room featuring Black-owned wine from South African winemakers. (Photo courtesy of SA Wine Industry Transformation Unit) Finally… A beautiful, modern, public tasting room in Cape Town, South Africa that honors and celebrates …

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Black Men Working in Wine: The Unconscious Bias in the U.S. Wine Industry

Leave a Comment / Wine / By Angela / Black Wine Distributors, Black Wine Professionals, Black Wine Sales, Black Winemakers, Black Working Men In Wine, Buy Black Wine, Careers In Wine, Diverse Winemakers, Diversity In Wine, Do Black Men Work In Wine, Elevate Your Taste, Is The Wine Industry Exclusive, Vince Moten, Virtual Wine Tasting, Winemakers

Overcoming obstacles as a Black male in a white-dominated marketplace Written by Alana Bynes-Richardson In the current climate, the lack of diversity is getting increasingly obvious in certain spaces; especially those that are seen as affluent or luxurious. The wine industry is definitely at the top of that list. Thankfully, today the boats of inclusion …

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Finding Black Joy in Napa: “Cultured” in America’s Renowned Wine Country

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How to Experience Black Napa Valley Written by Dr. Monique Bell Photography by Lightspeed Films/Erin Malone Napa Valley, California holds a storied place in the imaginations of wine connoisseurs and novices alike. The wine region’s lore is quintessentially “American,” with facets of pioneering, agrarian roots, can-do attitude, and innovation. As is the case with …

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Taco Tuesday Vegan Wine Pairings

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Easy recipe pairing wine with Mexican Food Written by Monique Copeland IT’S TACO TUESDAY!! So, where to begin? We all know, that wine goes with everything right? Friends, family, brunch, dinner, and celebrations – just about any and every occasion. But wine is best served with moments of love, and sometimes love comes in …

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The History and Impact of Black Winemakers in the United States

Leave a Comment / Wine / By Angela / Abbey Creek Vineyard, African American Winemakers, Association Of African American Vintners, Bertony Faustin, Black Wine History, Black Winemakers, John June Lewis, Longevity Wines, Mac McDonald, Marcia Jones, Phil Long, Rideau Vineyards, Urban Connoisseurs, Vineyard Ownership, Vision Cellars, Woburn Winery

Understanding our Roots in America’s Wine Industry Written by Alexis Collins Artwork by Cindy Nguyen Wine production is a lifelong passion that many winemakers enjoy. This wonderful undertaking allows people to strengthen their affinity to nature by growing plump grapes in the vineyard that will later be distilled into a bottle. Even so, the …

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Why an Entirely Wine Book Club is What You Need

Wine / By Angela / BIPOC, Book Club, Community, Diversity, Entirely Wine, Literature, Online Learning, Self Taught, Story Telling, Wine, Wine Authors, Wine Book Club, Wine Education, Wine Writers

Written by Miranda Durr Artwork by Cindy Nguyen Do you find yourself craving a deeper understanding of wine, searching for a community of other passionate individuals who love this ancient beverage? If so, you may be interested in Entirely Wine, a virtual book club dedicated to wine education. To join, simply sign up, purchase the book and …

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#ParlayThePandemic: A Taste of the Culture

Wine / By Angela / A Taste Of The Culture, Black-Owned Liquor Brands, Black-Owned Spirits Brands, Black-Owned Wine Brands, Buble Champagne, Buy Black Wine, featured image, Sip Consciously, Ten To One Rum, Uncle Nearest Whiskey

Experience Black-owned Wine & Spirits from Home Written by Alexis Collins Artwork by Cindy Nguyen As Black people, we have a unifying spirit of magic, gumption, and resourcefulness that is difficult to duplicate. During the pandemic, many Black entrepreneurs managed to thrive by modifying their standard routines in the absence of normalcy. Founder …

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