No matter how you look at it, we are all glad to bid farewell to the year 2020. We have endured many hardships, losses and challenges. We have become divided and united at the same time. We have chosen different obstacles to overcome and have learned to “pivot” to soar higher than we thought possible. We are all fragile in ways that we didn’t know we were and yet we persevered. We have become philanthropist when we never thought possible, performing uplifting feats to others. Looking out for each other in the time of need or loss is in our DNA. More and more I read of stories of heroic deeds that inspire me to do more for others. At the same time we look towards the new year and the endless possibilities that may occur.

Thankfully, many cities considered wine stores to be essential businesses. Wine seems to have been a great connector this year, as we’ve shared glasses with friends virtually, or in garages 6 feet apart. Surprisingly the pandemic didn’t change what we put in our glasses. We did choose some tried and true examples of the nectar of the gods. I think that Rosé will still be a strong contender as will be some lighter bubbles, both with low alcohol. A new product covering the shelves in 2021 will be the Rosé Prosecco category, approved by the governing body of the Denominazione di Origin Controllata (DOC) Prosecco. I also think seltzers will still dominate as we head into January as we all become more health conscious. Will we still attempt a “dry January” while the pandemic is still raging war? All things are good in moderation, giving it up altogether may cause more stress, so whether you choose to drink more or less, wine will always be here for you, tried and true, always reliable and consistently enjoyable!