The Campaign to Pull Wine Off Your Table

Why are dietary and drinking guidelines under review by a government agency?

Wine Spectator senior editor Mitch Frank
Senior editor Mitch Frank shares concerns about planned updates to the U.S. government's guidelines and recommendations for alcohol consumption. (Deepix Studio)

This article was originally published on September 3, 2024. You can access the full-length version here for free.

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