Shana Clarke
Wine and Travel Writer and Copy Editor at Freelance
Freelance Wine, Sake, and Travel Writer @fortune @npr @wineenthusiast and more. Copy Editor. Content Creator. Dim sum lover. NYC and Beyond.
Articles
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6 days ago |
gulfshorelife.com | Shana Clarke
Napa cabernets and Champagne flow freely along our shores. But beyond the celebrated favorites lies a vast vinous frontier, with world-class bottles that rarely make it onto local lists. From Lebanon’s ancient vineyards to experimental plots in British Columbia, lesser-known territories craft wines, rivaling their famous counterparts—often, with more approachable price points. Four of our region’s top sommeliers offer expert guidance to the underexplored corners of the wine world.
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3 weeks ago |
sonoma.com | Shana Clarke
With its numerous microclimates and distinct terroirs, Sonoma is one of the most exciting places in the United States for wine today. Sonoma County encompasses around 60,000 acres of vineyards throughout 19 various AVAs. From Pinot Noir in cooler areas such as Russian River Valley to Zinfandel in warmer spots like Dry Creek Valley, Sonoma wines are all about variety.
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2 months ago |
cntraveller.com | Shana Clarke
Napa Valley has long been a haven for wine lovers. Who doesn’t fantasise about sipping wine while overlooking a vineyard? But wine country vacations are getting expensive: tasting room fees have risen sharply since 2019, according to Silicon Valley Bank’s 2023 Direct to Consumer report. With premium tasting experiences often costing an average of $128 (about £99) per person per winery, a weekend getaway can quickly add up.
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2 months ago |
flipboard.com | Shana Clarke
3 hours agoThe 30 Best Cabernet Sauvignons for 2025Traditionally blended in wines across southwestern France, Cabernet Sauvignon is primarily known for its role in the prestigious wines of the Left …4 hours agoChatGPT Can Now Generate A Full Glass Of Wine – Here's Why That's A Big DealSometimes the most significant technological advancements are revealed in the most unexpected ways.
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Mar 3, 2025 |
daily.sevenfifty.com | Shana Clarke
The history of wine is filled with examples of strong, innovative women. In Champagne alone, Barbe-Nicole Ponsardin Clicquot perfected the art of riddling; Louise Pommery is credited with inventing Brut Champagne, and Lily Bollinger ran the eponymous house for decades. In the U.S., the first female winemaker on record was Hannah Weinberger of Napa Valley, who took over cellar duties after her husband died in 1882. But women’s contributions to winemaking over time have been immeasurable.
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