Does the place shape the wine? The tale of one Napa Valley vineyard yields a few answers. By Elin McCoy

Alcohol-infused whipped cream adds a stiff shot to every dollop. The Jell-O shot just found its garnish. By Jess Kapadia

How pricey table grapes overshadow wine grapes and undermine Japan's fledgling fine wine movement. By Corie Brown

This summer, bypass sweet drinks. The dog days are ideal for complex, bitter cocktails. By Jordan Mackay

Guadeloupe's annual Fete des Cuisinieres features a lime, sugar and rum punch like no other. By Jessica B. Harris

At the International Pinot Noir Celebration, some of Oregon's wines were polished but dull. By Patrick Comiskey

Eat, drink, walk is the new mantra for active foodies touring California's wine country. By Virginie Boone

Despite a challenging climate, artisans in Japan are producing delicate, nuanced wines. By Corie Brown

Some argue that wine competitions are worthless. One critic says they're missing the point. By Elin McCoy

In wine and execution, the 'Malbec Days' celebration in southwest France disappoints. By Patrick Comiskey

California winemakers are wooing customers by hosting live online 'tweetup' tastings. By Corie Brown

Marilyn Monroe fans are wild about a collection of wines named after the iconic actress. By Virginie Boone

Coffee giant Starbucks banks on a pre-sweetened, instant iced coffee to fend off rivals. By David Latt

A New York mixologist with roots in the Aegean creates a cocktail aimed at forgetting. One per customer! By Diane Kochilas

Ready2Pour created a virtual bar on Facebook and Twitter -- and now it goes live twice a week in L.A. By Jordan Mackay

Do Austrian wines need a celebrity like Wolfgang Puck to compete, or should they take the Albarino path? By Phil Gallo

Looking for high-quality, affordable white wines? Mendocino's Anderson Valley can't be beat. By Virginie Boone

The little-known varietal from Austria is battling for a spot among the world's best reds. By Elin McCoy