The New Wine Review

02/27/2026

New-age 10-year-olds, heritage brands going premium, cult-favorite special releases, and worldly collabs: These are the bottles reshaping modern whiskey collecting. breaks down what’s worth hunting now—from milestone age statements to discontinued series and under-the-radar global drops. Tap the link in bio for your modern guide to collecting whiskey.

02/27/2026

You might not realize there’s a village in Burgundy called Chardonnay—but it gave its name to the world’s most ubiquitous white grape. In this piece, explores why great Chardonnay—whether crisp and stainless-steel aged or layered and cellar-worthy—has more range, nuance, and intention than ever. Tap the link in bio to rediscover the grape you thought you knew.

02/05/2026

Introducing the 2025 Market Report—bringing you closer to the secondary spirits market than ever before. Built from Unicorn’s database of 9M+ bids and 500K bottles sold, it brings that data to life—telling the story of bottles after they leave the retail shelf and helping you navigate the market with confidence. Designed to make the world of spirits more transparent and accessible, the report offers a data-driven look at the macro trends of 2025, alongside deeper dives into the bottles, brands, and categories that defined the year. Link in bio to read the full report📈📊

01/16/2026

For years, the Finger Lakes has been labeled “emerging”—but its history, terroir, and growing roster of cellar-worthy wines suggest it has fully arrived. After a decade of watching the region refine its voice, withstand challenging vintages, and earn global recognition—including being named Wine Enthusiast’s 2025 American Wine Region of the Year— spotlights six producers making age-worthy bottles that prove Finger Lakes wine belongs in every serious cellar. Link in bio 🍷

01/16/2026

sits at the intersection of everyday drinkability and serious collectibility—and that balance is something thinks about constantly. Since taking over as master distiller in 2023, she’s focused on protecting the brand’s core profile while leaving room for experimentation, noting that when it comes to special barrels, “it’s really tasting it and seeing that it’s a special liquid.” .vaso spoke with McCall about Woodford’s unlikely beginnings, its unexpected auction standouts, and what it takes to innovate without losing the foundation. 🥃

12/23/2025

In her latest deep dive into Nairobi’s drinks culture, explores how Kenya’s capital is emerging as one of the most exciting cocktail cities in the world. From pioneering bars to a new generation of boundary-pushing bartenders, the scene is defined by creativity, community, and a commitment to local ingredients. “Kenyan bartenders have leap-frogged straight into innovation,” says , co-founder of . The result? Cocktails that are vibrant, expressive, and deeply rooted in place. Read the full story at the link in bio.

12/17/2025

12/12/2025

There are so many options when it comes to gifting whiskey, so we put together a gift guide for all the whiskey lovers in your life. From the perfect bottle for a newbie or seasoned collector to top splurges, best bottles under $100, and standout picks across bourbon, Scotch, and more—this guide has something for everyone. Link in bio to read The Unicorn Holiday Whiskey Gift Guide 🥃🎁

12/10/2025

You know Oregon for Pinot Noir. Maybe for Chardonnay. But did you know it’s quietly become one of the most compelling sparkling wine regions anywhere? With deep Burgundian roots, ideal terroir, and the creation of a shared standard called Method Oregon, the state is shaping the future of American bubbles. Tap the link to explore the five estates defining Oregon’s sparkling renaissance.

12/09/2025

We sat down with founder Dave Schmier, who began bottling Indiana rye long before MGP became a household name. From selling in 2015 to launching an award-winning portfolio at Proof and Wood, Schmier has spent two decades redefining what sourced whiskey can be — and why transparency matters.