IFWTWA 2022 Photography Contest Highlights
by Cori Solomon
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IFWTWA wishes to congratulate the 2022 Photography Contest winners. There were 119 entries, 109 from IFWTWA members and ten from non-members. In this post, we share every winning image and the story behind each photo. The 2022 Photography Contest consisted of seven categories: Food, Nature, Wine & Spirits, Night, Portrait, Urban Landscape, and Landscape. Best
The Best of New Mexican Wine: Gruet Sparkling Wine
by Cori Solomon
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New Mexican wine and grape growing started long before the first plantings were seen in California. Almost 400 years ago, circa 1629, the first grapevines planted were along the Rio Grande River by Monks, who brought vines from Spain. One might say the birth of American viticulture started in New Mexico. One long-standing winery in
New Mexico: Visiting the Land of Enchantment
by Cori Solomon
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They call New Mexico the Land of the Enchantment because you will become enraptured with its culture, architecture, scenery, and cuisine. New Mexico offers a wide variety of options for the traveler. Whether you ski in Taos, visit the numerous National Monuments, Indian ruins, pueblos, or spend time in Old Town Albuquerque or Santa Fe,
Visit Springfield and the Land of Lincoln
by Cori Solomon
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In December, Illinois culminated its bicentennial celebration, and what better way to partake in this event than to visit Springfield, Illinois, and the land of Lincoln. History abounds in Springfield. Located in central Illinois, Springfield was first settled around the time Illinois achieved statehood in 1818. Originally called Calhoun, Springfield became the third state capital
Malbec World Day: Celebrating Malbec Wines
by Cori Solomon
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In the wine world, different varietals have special days of celebration throughout the year. Wine writer Cori Solomon explores Malbec World Day, on April 17, and suggests six Malbec wines worth trying to make this day special.
Sanford Winery: The Role of Barrels in Chardonnay and Pinot Noir Country
by Cori Solomon
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Visiting Sanford Winery is like a trip down memory lane because the founders of this winery pioneered the region, putting both Santa Barbara County and Sta. Rita Hills on the map as prominent wine producing areas for Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. Meeting the current owner, John Terlato, and Winemaker Steve Fennell, one realizes they respect the
Viña Montes and Kaiken: A Passion for Wine Spanning Across the Andes
by Cori Solomon
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Find out why the term "like father like son" applies to the Montes' passion for wine, although each one represents different sides of the Andes.
A Day in the Eastern Townships
by Cori Solomon
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Just outside of Montreal is a unique area in the Quebec Province called Eastern Townships. Located around 45 minutes southeast of Montreal, several hours from the city of Quebec, and borders Maine, New Hampshire and Vermont, the Eastern Townships offers many activities for the traveler to experience during any season.
Missouri Wine Country: History and the Grapes
by Cori Solomon
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Missouri was once the number one wine producer in the United States. Wine and travel writer Cori Solomon reflects on the importance of Missouri's wine country to the country's wine heritage.
Bodegas Salentein: Defining the Wines of the Valle De Uco
by Cori Solomon
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Join food, wine and travel writer Cori Solomon as she heads to the Valle de Uco wine region of Argentina and visits Bodegas Salentein winery.