Wine, Beer & Cocktails

Pop the Cork

Need a Last-Minute Bottle of Wine for a Holiday Party? Here's How to Pick a Good One

Don't underestimate the power of a bottle of bubbly. (Just make sure it's chilled!)

12/20/2023 By Bob McGinn

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How to Choose the Perfect Bubbly for Your Holiday Party

Michael Klauber of Michael's On East and Michael's Wine Cellar shares his tips for choosing the perfect Champagne for your holiday gathering.

12/01/2023 By Megan McDonald

Side Effect

Why the Wine Industry Is Worried About Ozempic

The diabetes and weight-loss drug may inadvertently hurt winemakers.

11/13/2023 By Bob McGinn

High Note

What to Expect at This Year's Sarasota Opera Food & Wine Festival

Our wine writer previews the pours you should be excited about at this Saturday's event.

09/19/2023 By Bob McGinn

Trending

Are Muscadine Grapes the Next Big Superfood?

New research shows that the grape, which is used to make wine in the southeastern United States, can improve your skin and fight inflammation.

09/07/2023 By Bob McGinn

Choose Your Own Adventure

Which Wine Glass Is Best for You?

Things to consider include what type of wine you enjoy and how much you want to spend.

08/25/2023 By Bob McGinn

Yappy Hour

Satisfying Wines for the Dog Days of Summer

Dog-themed wines pair well with this hot, lethargic time of year.

08/09/2023 By Bob McGinn

Cheers, Baby!

Forks & Corks Is Moving to January in 2024

The much-anticipated festival will celebrate its 17th anniversary with loads of wine-centric events for everyone.

08/02/2023 By Lauren Jackson

Journey to the Southwest

An Introduction to the World of New Mexico Wine

The winemaker Vara is finding success in a region not typically known for its wine.

07/21/2023 By Bob McGinn

Ice Ice Baby

It's Time to Celebrate National Daiquiri Day

Simple ingredients and clean flavors make this cocktail a must—especially today.

07/19/2023 By Lauren Jackson

Crossing Over

The Rise of Hybrid Grapes and How They Affect Winemaking

Scientists and winemakers are using hybrid grapes to create vines that can stand up to diseases and our changing climate.

07/10/2023 By Bob McGinn

End of an Era

The Rise and Fall of Sherry-Lehmann, the Country's Most Influential Wine Store

The legendary New York store is being sued by customers and investigated by the federal government.

06/21/2023 By Bob McGinn

Better With Age

Were Grapevines the First Domesticated Fruit?

New research suggests that domesticated grapes (and wine) are older than previously thought.

06/07/2023 By Bob McGinn

Unfiltered Pleasures

Where to Find Natural Wine in Sarasota

From well-stocked wine shops to fun pizzerias, here's where to explore the emerging world of natural and biodynamic wines in Sarasota.

05/30/2023 By Caleb Guedes-Reed

S Tier

Discovering Some New Favorite Wines at Forks & Corks

Our wine writer names his top picks from the huge annual wine bash.

05/17/2023 By Bob McGinn

World traveler

The Growing Profile of South African Wines

A recent event at Michael's Wine Cellar introduced our wine writer to a number of exciting vineyards.

05/03/2023 By Bob McGinn

Lime Time

Where to Find Sarasota’s Best Margaritas, Just in Time for Cinco De Mayo

A great margarita will never go out of style. Here are some of our favorites.

04/25/2023 By Megan McDonald, Allison Forsyth, and Lauren Jackson

Class Is in Session

How to Avoid Making a Fool of Yourself at a Wine Tasting

With the Forks & Corks Grand Tasting right around the corner, let's review some basic rules.

04/19/2023 By Bob McGinn

Mathematics

Are Wine Pours Shrinking?

And how much wine is in 'a glass of wine,' anyway?

04/05/2023 By Bob McGinn

Tap That

Join 99 Bottles for a Grown-Up Easter Egg Hunt Around Downtown Sarasota

Explore downtown Sarasota for a chance to win big prizes from 99 Bottles.

03/24/2023 By Lauren Jackson

Sarasota Magazine

Wine, Beer & Cocktails

Need a Last-Minute Bottle of Wine for a Holiday Party? Here's How to Pick a Good One

How to Choose the Perfect Bubbly for Your Holiday Party

Why the Wine Industry Is Worried About Ozempic

What to Expect at This Year's Sarasota Opera Food & Wine Festival

Are Muscadine Grapes the Next Big Superfood?

Which Wine Glass Is Best for You?

Satisfying Wines for the Dog Days of Summer

Forks & Corks Is Moving to January in 2024

An Introduction to the World of New Mexico Wine

It's Time to Celebrate National Daiquiri Day

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