Our first destination was Cafe Noir, a chic French spot where the patrons, mainly couples enjoying a warm pre-summer night, appeared rather surprised at what appeared to be "tourists" flooding into "their" cafe. Yet well over a dozen journalists did just that on May 4th to celebrate the start of the Sude de France Festival. MORE >>

Massachusetts is a state coveted by wine retailers: with strong tech and finance as well as other industries, major research centers and the jet-set destinations of Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket, it’s fair to say there’s a large population interested in wine. Gordon’s , 894 Main St., Waltham, MA. Sandwich, MA. MORE >>

spent fourteen years in financial services in a variety of marketing and business development roles in both the traditional asset management and alternative asset industries. In terms of critical evaluation, one of the main things I look for is conviction. There’s a new order at the Wine Advocate. It was a fantastic education. MORE >>

Held at one of their wineries or homes, the evening affords you an insider's look into the cellars and lives of some of the world's most-renowned names in the wine industry. Then pick up your paddle, head into the main tent for the highlight of the weekend. I am so excited! Get More Info Here ). Schedule of Festivities. Friday, June 3. MORE >>

Consumers and wine industry experts gave testimony before a committee. The two main distributors in this state are estimated to supply 70-80% of the total liquor and wine in Maryland. Largest contingent of consumers I’ve ever seen at such a hearing. Yet, there is pessimism. Delegate Dereck E. Period. It is a duopoly. Thank you. MORE >>