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01-07-26

This Flipboard collection for January 7, 2026, curated by Mark Lenzi (The Wonderful World of Wine), includes the following news stories:

• The History of Barrel-Aged Wine: A feature by Rod Phillips for The World of Fine Wine discussing how barrel aging has evolved from a simple storage necessity to a deliberate stylistic choice used to influence a wine’s character.
• Virginia Wine Milestone: A report from Northern Virginia Magazine highlighting that a red blend from Barboursville Vineyards has become the first Virginia wine to rank on a “Top 50 U.S. Wines” list.
• Bartender Recommendations: A VinePair article featuring interviews with 13 bartenders about the specific cocktails they wish customers would order more frequently in 2026.
• Health Debate (Red vs. White Wine): A science-focused piece from The Spokesman-Review examining the common belief that red wine is healthier than white wine and looking at what current research says about the differences.
• American Malbec Growth: A Wine Enthusiast article exploring how U.S. producers are successfully expanding Malbec production beyond its traditional stronghold in Argentina.
• Georgian Orange Wine: A Decanter story detailing the traditional journey of Georgian “amber” wines, which are fermented in buried clay vessels called qvevri to create a unique profile with the structure of a red wine and the acidity of a white.

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