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The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)
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02-15-2021
Liquor Industry Week In Review
The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)
This Weeks Highlights:
New Products
How to Make 11 Classic Cocktails Using Hard Seltzer
Big Wine 2021
How To Make Your Own Weed Infused Wine
12 Keto Diet-Friendly Wines That Are Perfect for Special Occasions
What many Keto newcomers don’t realize is that wine can actually fit in the diet plan — if you know which bottles to pull.
https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/food-products/g35365834/best-keto-diet-wines/
5 Favorite Sparkling Wine–Pairing Recipes
Five dishes—canapés, starters and small plates—paired with various bubbly styles
https://www.winespectator.com/articles/5-favorite-sparkling-wine-pairing-recipes-012921
Readers share their take on Guinness taste
A lot of folks merely chimed in to say they agree that Guinness doesn’t taste the same as it used to
Italian Specialty Wines Hit The Spot
Italians love their wines so much that they eat it.
http://www.theorangetimes.com/italian-specialty-wines-hit-the-spot/
Be very careful of the hype around top rated Vintage Port
Almost without exception, after great flack, they are initially way overpriced.
https://www.capegazette.com/article/be-very-careful-hype-around-top-rated-vintage-port/214662
A Beginner’s Guide to Italian Wine
Here’s your ultimate primer on Italian wine.
https://www.winemag.com/2019/06/18/a-beginners-guide-to-italian-wine/
What is a Cru?
Cru translates to “growth.” More precisely, it references a great or superior growing site or vineyard
https://www.winemag.com/2019/07/16/what-is-a-cru/
“Curated” wine clubs, and why they don’t seem to be the answer
They really don’t work, and certainly not any better than asking the woman at your local wine shop what’s on sale that you might like.
https://www.winecurmudgeon.com/curated-wine-clubs-and-why-they-dont-seem-to-be-the-answer/
ABC News’ Dan Abrams Sets Plans for Luxury Long Island Winery
The media personality purchased popular Long Island vineyard Laurel Lake
How to Make Sustainable Choices When Buying Wine
The reality is that wine production can have a big impact on its surrounding ecosystem and the people who live nearby
https://vinepair.com/articles/how-to-make-sustainable-choices-when-buying-wine/
The 9 Best Moscatos to Sip in 2021
Some of the highest-rated Moscatos on the market have long been considered among the best wines in the world
https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/best-moscatos/
5 Basic Wine Terms That Will Make You Sound Like a Connoisseur
To help you on your way to getting it, here are five wine terms every aspiring wine connoisseur needs to know.
Can Beer Be Too Cold?
When a beverage is served too cold, the frigid temperature shuts down the aromas and flavors of the drink, making it difficult to discern anything other than the fact that it’s cold,
https://vinepair.com/articles/can-beer-be-too-cold/
CALIFORNIA WINE INSTITUTE LAUNCHES GOLDEN STATE OF MIND CAMPAIGN
Called Golden State of Mind, the campaign will showcase California’s efforts in sustainable vine growing, innovation and winemaking advancements.
How Much is Your Wine Worth—And Should You Sell It?
Whether rare or simply important to you, every bottle has value. It’s hard to know when it’s the right time to uncork or sell, but we can help you figure out how much it’s worth.
https://www.winemag.com/2021/02/01/sell-your-wine-worth/
New Angry Orchard
Angry Orchard, part of the Boston Beer portfolio, has debuted new Peach Mango and Strawberry flavors. Rolling out nationwide in colorfully designed 12-ounce cans, both new entries are at 5% abv. In addition to the new launches, Angry Orchard will also unveil new packaging graphics to the brand’s national cider portfolio beginning this month. Angry Orchard’s flagship Crisp Apple label was up 8.5% in IRI channels last year, and Boston Beer says it expects growth across the brand in 2021.
How to Buy Wine at the Supermarket, According to Sommeliers
As Americans make fewer trips to the grocery store and eat more meals at home, it’s hard to beat a chance to stock up on olive oil, tortilla chips and $13 Albariño all in one place.
https://www.winemag.com/2020/11/17/best-grocery-store-wine/
First Barolo & Barbaresco Academy’s Digital Edition Kicks Off
The Barolo & Barbaresco Academy (Level One) – Online Course is led by highly qualified teachers from Piedmont and is available in Italian and English.
The Real Cost Of Mommy Wine Culture
If you pop on to social media you do not need to look far to be bombarded by mommy wine culture:
https://herrenwellness.com/the-real-cost-of-mommy-wine-culture/
The Best Cabernet Pairings for Different Types of Steak
Around the world, where Cabernet Sauvignon is grown, there’s also a signature treatment for a hunk of meat. Start your global exploration here.
https://www.winemag.com/gallery/best-cabernet-pairings-for-steak/
How To Make Your Own Weed Infused Wine
The world of cannabis drinks is one unto itself. If you like drinkables, then this post is for you. Here’s how to make your own weed infused wine.
https://potinillinois.com/how-to-make-your-own-weed-infused-wine/
‘Groundbreaking’ research proves existence of terroir
The Catena Institute of Wine in Argentina has said that its own “groundbreaking” research “irrefutably” proves the existence of terroir and its persistence across vintages.
Aldi launches supermarket wine school
The aim of the Aldi Wine School is to allow budding wine connoisseurs to brush up on their knowledge with free access to the online educational hub, which includes two wine modules, along with a range of curated tips and tricks.
https://harpers.co.uk/news/fullstory.php/aid/28346/Aldi_launches_supermarket_wine_school_.html
Top 10 award-winning Tequilas and mezcals
Multiple categories were judged in the competition, including ultra‐premium añejos, super-premium reposados and joven mezcals.
https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2021/02/top-10-award-winning-tequila-and-mezcal-brands/
7 Primary Styles of Spanish Red Wine
Spanish red wine offers exceptional value and a bold entry into the red wines of Europe.
How much wine from a vine?
How many bottles of wine can be made from a single grapevine? Interesting question. This being wine, no simple answer.
The biodynamic wine culture
Want to know a little more about biodynamics? You’ve come to the right place.
https://www.aveine.paris/blog/en/the-biodynamic-wine-culture/
Champagne Company Sues Total Wine Alleging It Was Mistreated Over Drake Partnership
Alleging that the retailer tanked their brand over animus toward the artist.
https://www.complex.com/music/champagne-company-sues-total-wine-mistreated-over-drake-partnership
Quini Appoints Danny Brager, Victor Giacomin and Dale Stratton To Advisory Board
News from our friends at Quini
https://www.winebusiness.com/news/?go=getArticle&dataId=241171
Sparkling Wine Mountains and Rivers: The River Marne
The Champagne region and a famous river that runs through it, the River Marne.
https://glassofbubbly.com/sparkling-wine-mountains-and-rivers-the-river-marne/
Apple, Banana or Orange – Which Goes Best in a Champagne Cocktail?
Champagne with fruit still has some uncharted territory,
https://glassofbubbly.com/apple-banana-or-orange-which-goes-best-in-a-champagne-cocktail/
Wine pairing for truffle and porcini mushrooms
How to pair the scent and intense aromas of truffle with high quality Italian wine.
https://alessandroberselli.com/pairing-wine-truffle/
CBD Is More Like Wine Than You Think
In other words, hemp’s terroir matters.
https://www.greenentrepreneur.com/article/357072
Big Wine 2021
Big Wine remains dominant, even though there are some 11,000 wineries in the U.S.
https://www.winecurmudgeon.com/big-wine-2021/
Glass of wine good for the heart? No, says new European study
Despite the longstanding maxim that a glass of wine per day is good for the heart, a new European study shows that even small amounts of alcohol can cause heart trouble.
https://nationalpost.com/health/glass-of-wine-good-for-the-heart-no-says-new-european-study
How to Make 11 Classic Cocktails Using Hard Seltzer
You won’t find hard seltzer cocktail recipes on any of their websites
Everything You Need to Know About Beer Cheese, Including How to Make It
The Kentucky staple is served at Louisville craft breweries
Sting Scores Again as Top Celebrity Wine
– One thing is for sure: Sting knows how to send a message in a bottle. In wine
https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/sting-scores-again-as-top-celebrity-wine-301222581.html
Food-friendly wines from around Italy
Italy has a vast range of cultures, geologies, grape varieties and culinary specialties.
https://www.decanter.com/decanter-best/my-top-20-food-friendly-wines-from-around-italy-452784/
The Deception and Duplicity Necessary to Defend the Three-Tier System
Fundamentally flawed that today it serves mainly to retard the growth of the alcohol industry
There’s Never Been a Better Time to Join a Wine Club
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