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Shana Clarke

Shana Clarke is a freelance wine writer and author. She was shortlisted for the Louis Roederer 2020 International Wine Writers’ Awards and ranked one of the 'Top 20 U.S. Wine Writers That Wineries Can Work With' by Beverage Trade Network in 2021. She holds a Level 3 Advanced Certificate from Wine & Spirit Education Trust and is a Certified Sake Sommelier. Learn more at shanaspeakswine.com and follow her @shanaspeakswine.

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Over the line: The complexities of US cross-state-border AVAs

How political boundaries impact AVA labelling and regulations in America's Pacific Northwest...

Sonoma Cabernet Sauvignon: Producers, styles & wines to try

Top-quality Cabernet Sauvignon has always been part of Sonoma's pedigree...

By Shana Clarke Last updated 15 August 23
US wine giant Ste. Michelle to cut grape supply in Washington State

Group to increase focus on premium wines as consumption shifts...

By Shana Clarke Last updated 11 August 23
Chardonnay Day: Oregon’s Chardonnay – a product of global influences

With ongoing research regarding clones and terroir, Oregon Chardonnay is flourishing...

By Shana Clarke Published 25 May 23
Kiona Vineyards: Foundation and future on Washington’s Red Mountain

The third-generation brothers leading the way…

By Shana Clarke Last updated 21 April 23
Sonoma’s Vérité opens new winery

A hospitality centre is part of the new opening...

By Shana Clarke Published 20 April 23
Jackson Family Wines joins with The Urban Grape to help promote diversity

Partnership includes internships within The Urban Grape's Wine Studies Award for Students of Color...

By Shana Clarke Last updated 23 March 23