Dr. Elizabeth Smith - Writer from the USA, a former college professor turned award-winning writer, focuses on Central European wines and believes in the power of storytelling to shape the identity of wines.

Dr. Elizabeth Smith is a former college professor and wine club manager turned award-winning writer, copywriter, and marketer.

Erdevik Estate – ‘A synergy of traditional and modern winemaking’

Don Melchor – “One story, one terroir, one wine.”

“Tokaj is my region. It is my home.”

"Straight Outta Compline" Wine Shop – Where to drink more wine in Napa

A hint of sweet and a dash of spice – oh-so nice!

“It’s all about balance and terroir.”

Katalin (Kati) Szentesi brings to life these vibrant blends with her gentle touch

"This is a story of our passion, our family, our wines... The story of Prokupac.”

A ravishing red revival – only a few hundred bottles made!

Third-generation winemaker Péter Benedek carries on his family’s legacy

“I was born with 50% Kadarka in my blood.”

Deurić Winery – A juicy taste of Serbia's Fruška Gora region

Re-discoverer of ancient Hungarian wine grapes.

“Merlot: It’s (expletive) fine,” exclaimed Jonathan Cristaldi, the moderator for “Merlot Renaissance: Celebrating Two Decades Beyond Sideways,” at the annual Unified Wine & Grape Symposium in Sacramento January 23-25.

In July 2023, wine journalist Dr. Elizabeth Smith visited Slovakia as a guest of Rastislav Demeš, owner of Tajna Winery.

SACRAMENTO, CA, JANUARY 25, 2024. From every corner of the world, wine and winegrape professionals convened at the 30th annual Unified Wine & Grape Symposium this week in Sacramento.

I'm thrilled to name the fkt Hárslevelű Gábor 2020 and Fekete Pince Somló as my favorite wine and winery of 2023.

Hungary’s 22 wine regions offer a variety of wines of remarkable value. Three of Credo’s latest imports push the boundaries of traditional winemaking.