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Virgil Village Natural Wine Hub Melody Closes Permanently Amidst LA Economic Challenges

Felicia HolmesJuly 9, 202507 mins

LOS ANGELES – Melody, a distinctive natural wine bar and restaurant situated at the prominent corner of Virgil Avenue and Marathon Street in the Virgil Village/East Hollywood district of Los Angeles, is set to cease operations permanently on July 12. The establishment, known for its curated selection of natural wines and its dynamic rotation of…

California’s Alla Goccia Wine Sees Sales Surge, Defying Industry Downturn in Los Angeles

Serena AlegriaJuly 3, 202506 mins

In a wine market often characterized by fluctuating demand and cautious spending, a specific California label, Alla Goccia, is experiencing an exceptional surge in sales, particularly within the dynamic Los Angeles area. This unexpected success story stands in stark contrast to broader industry trends, positioning Alla Goccia as a notable outlier. The wine’s robust performance…