Wine has always been a drink to be taken seriously – at least, it used to be. A new breed of US-based subscription wine services is helping to diversify people’s relationships to the beverage, making wine more accessible, experimental, and even playful.

Once a niche drink option, the availability and appeal of natural wine is making it a popular choice. And a focus on natural winemaking – the oldest method in the book – has begun to revolutionize how young Americans are drinking. What’s behind this pivot and a return to tradition?

An abundance of lackluster single-serving wine options inspired Dana Spaulding, the founder of Wander + Ivy, to produce luxe, premium versions. With young wine consumers cautious about splashing out on big bottles, the smaller containers allow for more casual experimentation.

Will homes remain the main destination for food and drink experiences? How can diets help maintain mental health? And who will people turn to for their groceries? In this part of the 2021 Expert Outlook, we speak to three experts about how the events of 2020 are shaping eating and drinking habits.