Liquor Industry News/Links 02-18-19

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The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

By: Mark C Lenzi

CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, IWS*

 

02-18-2019

 

Liquor Industry Week In Review

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

This Weeks Highlights:

 

New Products

7 Great Beer and Music Collaborations

 

3 Types of Wine That Pair with Nearly Every Dish

Häagen-Dazs Launches Six Booze-Infused Ice Cream Flavors

 

HARRY POTTER’ BEER FESTIVAL TO LAUNCH IN THE US

A travelling beer festival aimed at wannabe wizards and witches is launching in the US, featuring an alcoholic version of the fictional butterbeer beverage, taking in 10 dates across the country from Portland to Las Vegas.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/02/harry-potter-beer-festival-to-launch-in-the-us/

 

It looks and tastes like wine and pregnant women are obsessed

An Aussie company has come up with a genius beverage that even mum-to-be’s can enjoy and it all lies in the look and taste.

https://www.kidspot.com.au/birth/pregnancy/pregnancy-health/it-looks-and-tastes-like-wine-and-pregnant-women-are-obsessed/news-story/807efb076e26adb2dde1c5df2ae00ea6

 

Everything You Need to Know to Start Homebrewing Today

Whichever method you choose, the result – your very own beer – is more attainable than you think. Here are all the basic ways to homebrew, explained.

https://vinepair.com/articles/first-beginners-homebrewing-guide/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=1893b28573-Feb_05_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-1893b28573-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-1893b28573-38937345&mc_cid=1893b28573&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

 

9 THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT SKYY VODKA

Launched in San Francisco in 1992, Skyy sold to Gruppo Campari in 2006. It’s now a household name among vodka drinkers

https://vinepair.com/articles/skyy-best-american-vodka-guide/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=1893b28573-Feb_05_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-1893b28573-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-1893b28573-38937345&mc_cid=1893b28573&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

 

Brewers explain: The science of using corn syrup in beer

A lot of the reaction on social media has been that people were surprised that corn syrup would even be in beer.

http://www.fox13news.com/consumer/brewers-explain-the-science-of-using-corn-syrup-in-beer

 

CLIMATE CHANGE ‘MAY ALTER’ FLAVOUR OF NZ SAUVIGNON BLANC

Climate Change may alter the taste of New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc and pave they way for varieties such as Albarino to do well in Marlborough, experts have claimed.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/02/climate-change-may-alter-nz-sauvignon-blanc/

Supermarket Wines Are Poured, and Worlds Collide

Readers try three vastly popular, mass-produced bottles that are available in practically any supermarket or liquor store in the country, drew an emotional reaction like no other

https://www.nytimes.com/2019/02/04/dining/drinks/wine-school-grocery-store-wines.html

 

A lot of that Super Bowl beer flowed through this Taunton beverage distributor

Chances are, that case of Bud Light you picked up for a Super Bowl party Sunday most likely came from one longtime city beer distributor.

Read all about OUR Bud Distributor

https://www.tauntongazette.com/news/20190204/lot-of-that-super-bowl-beer-flowed-through-this-taunton-beverage-distributor?utm_source=Daily+Brew&utm_campaign=0bf44e1e35-The+Daily+Brew%3A+January+11%2C+2018_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_935b7e0b70-0bf44e1e35-36686829

Organic Vineyard Consultant and Farm Advisor Amigo Bob Says Pesticide Residue Testing “Is a Fraud,”

n a rousing speech at Ecofarm, the organic farming conference, Amigo Bob Cantisano, one of the founders of CCOF, accused the state and federal government of fraud in testing food for pesticide residues, claiming that state officials test only 181 out of 1,048 active ingredients.

http://winecountrygeographic.blogspot.com/2019/02/organic-vineyard-consultant-and-farm.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+WineCountryGeographicGreenGuidesToFineWines+%28Wine+Country+Geographic%3A+Green+Guides+to+Fine+Wines%29

 

 

Top 10 best value-for-money Tequilas and mezcals

These bottlings are not particularly cheap, but have been judged to offer excellent quality for consumers within their respective categories.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2019/02/the-top-10-best-value-for-money-tequilas-and-mezcals/

 

GENERIC MARKETING FOR CHAMPAGNE COURTS CONTROVERSY

The association of grower-winemakers in Champagne have been promoting the fine French fizz through a marketing campaign in Europe – but some believe it may be damaging the upmarket image of the product.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/02/generic-marketing-for-champagne-courts-controversy/

 

PLAYBOY WINE RELEASED TO MARK EMPIRE’S 65TH YEAR

Playboy has launched a branded red wine in partnership with US retailer Lot18 to mark its 65th year – a milestone that was reached in 2018.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/02/playboy-wine-released-to-mark-empires-65th-year/

 

A New Study Answers The Question: Does Blind Wine Tasting Work?

The study’s authors tell us of the existence of extensive literature on differences between wine novices and experts when it comes to perceptual sensitivity, the use of descriptions and wine preference, but what is relatively unidentified, they say, is how guesses and descriptions change after wine-taster training.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/thomaspellechia/2019/02/05/a-new-study-asks-answers-the-question-does-blind-wine-tasting-work/#3632a082eab9

 

A Guide To Wine Certification Programs

Enrolling in a wine education course may seem confusing, but there’s an option for everyone. Here’s advice to consider

https://www.winemag.com/2019/02/05/guide-to-wine-certification-programs/

 

 

World’s most expensive wine barrel is made from crystal

The unique Bordeaux barrel made by the Lalique crystal works and costing hundreds of thousands of euros takes pride of place in the cellars of Château Lafaurie-Peyraguey in Sauternes

https://www.vitisphere.com/news-88956-Worlds-most-expensive-wine-barrel-is-made-from-crystal.htm

 

9 “Serious” Sweet Wines You Must Try

Historically speaking, though, sweet wines were once the most coveted style of wine in all the world. No really, it’s true!

https://winefolly.com/tutorial/9-serious-sweet-wines-you-must-try/?utm_campaign=2%2F7%2F2019%20-%20Weekly%3A%20CdR%20-%20Stickies%20-%20WAwine%20%20%28HPPLKB%29&utm_medium=email&utm_source=Wine%20Folly%20Newsletter&_ke=eyJrbF9lbWFpbCI6ICJmcmFua2xpbmxpcXVvcnNAdmVyaXpvbi5uZXQiLCAia2xfY29tcGFueV9pZCI6ICJRZE5ZNHkifQ%3D%3D

IRISH WHISKEY GAINS LEGAL PROTECTION IN AUSTRALIA

Irish whiskey has gained protected status in Australia, giving the spirit legal protection for the first time in the country’s history to safeguard against fakes.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/02/irish-whiskey-gains-legal-protection-in-australia/

THE BEST AND WORST SUPER BOWL BOOZE ADS, RANKED

Super Bowl LIII came and went, but the most interesting part, the advertisements, are here to stay. Particularly interesting are the ads from alcohol brands, which aired nationally or in various local markets to promote some of the world’s biggest booze campaigns.

https://vinepair.com/booze-news/best-worst-super-bowl-booze-ads-ranked/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=be4836087b-Feb_07_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-be4836087b-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-be4836087b-38937345&mc_cid=be4836087b&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

THE BEERS DRUNK MOST ON SUPER BOWL SUNDAY

Although Nielsen predicted we’d be drinking a lot of Pinot Grigio, hard seltzer, and hazy IPA, beer remains a top choice among Super Bowl audiences whether at home, at a bar, or at the game.

https://vinepair.com/booze-news/report-the-beers-drunk-most-on-super-bowl-sunday/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=be4836087b-Feb_07_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-be4836087b-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-be4836087b-38937345&mc_cid=be4836087b&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

What a Bottle of Wine Costs Around the World

For the fifth year in a row, The Economist determined Singapore to be the world’s most expensive city after evaluating the cost of living in 133 locations around the globe

https://www.foodandwine.com/news/wine-bottle-prices-around-world-2019

 

Got Bad Wine? Here’s How to Fix It Using Science

All it takes is a basic understanding of flavor and scent, along with some household items. Bad wine shouldn’t be exiled. It should be rehabilitated.

https://www.thrillist.com/drink/nation/how-to-make-cheap-wine-taste-good

These are the most-overrated, and underrated wine options

If you want the best value, the way to go is to find underrated grapes, producers, and regions

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9 Signs You May Be Intolerant To Red Wine

For some folks, this delightful beverage can leave them feeling a little worse for wear — and sometimes even in danger.

https://www.bustle.com/p/9-signs-you-may-be-intolerant-to-red-wine-15919176

 

Where to Find the Best South African Wine

South Africa is home to over 200,000 acres of vines. Here are the regions to look for that are producing some of the best bottles.

https://www.winemag.com/2019/02/06/where-find-best-south-african-wine/

 

New Beer

Portland, Maine’s Allagash Brewing Co. has launched Sun Drift, a blend of beer and tea. The 6.7% abv brew is made with locally sourced malts, Citra and Cascade hops, plus lemon zest, before it’s fermented with Brettanomyces yeast and blended with black tea from Little Red Cup. Sun Drift is rolling out now in 4-packs of 12-ounce bottles and on draft throughout Allagash’s 16-state and Washington, D.C. distribution footprint.

How Champagne got its bubbles

The Champagne region wasn’t always known for sparkling wine. Sophie Thorpe uncovers how the region discovered the bubbles that made its name

https://blog.bbr.com/2019/02/06/how-champagne-got-its-bubbles/

 

FIRST HEMP WINERY TO OPEN TASTING ROOM IN NEW YORK STATE

A company called Sovereign Wines plans on opening its first tasting room near in Skaneateles, according to NYupstate. What makes this wine so unique its that it’s the first of its kind to be fused with hemp.

http://wpdh.com/first-hemp-winery-to-open-tasting-room-in-new-york-state/

 

The mysterious case of the cork-tainted carrots

Why do we find some smells and tastes disgusting — and how malleable is our sense of disgust?

https://www.sfchronicle.com/wine/article/The-mysterious-case-of-the-cork-tainted-carrots-13595196.php

 

These Maps Reveal Which States Buy the Most Liquor, Wine, and Beer

In terms of overall sales, New Hampshire tops the list (it’s also number one in terms of beer and spirits sales, and number three for wine).

https://www.thrillist.com/news/nation/states-buy-most-liquor-wine-beer-mapped

 

DRINKING BEER BEFORE WINE WON’T PREVENT A HANGOVER

The old adage of “beer before wine and you’ll feel fine” is a myth, according to Cambridge researchers, who have ruled that it doesn’t matter what order you drink in, you’ll still get a hangover if you drink too much.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/02/drinking-beer-before-wine-wont-prevent-a-hangover/

 

‘A’-LIST STAR: CONSIDERING JAPAN’S NATIVE RED GRAPE

Koshu may be Japan’s leading native grape but the versatile Muscat Bailey A is hot on its heels, used in producing a wide range of the country’s wines.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/02/a-list-star-considering-japans-native-red-grape/

 

Why I get all sniffy about wine snobs

Research found that 80 per cent of those leaving shops with wine were female.

https://www.yorkpress.co.uk/news/17412554.column-why-i-get-all-sniffy-about-wine-snobs/

 

IS IT SNOBBY TO BRING YOUR OWN WINE ON PLANES?

Not many people realize this, but you actually can bring your own booze on airplanes. Provided you stick to 100ml bottles, you can even bring it from home. One thing you can’t do: serve it to yourself on board.

https://www.godsavethepoints.com/2019/02/07/is-it-snobby-to-bring-your-own-wine-on-planes/

 

THE 20 BEST BOURBONS FOR EVERY BUDGET

In 2017, Kentucky’s bourbon production reached 1.7 million barrels, the highest it’s been since 1972. There are currently more bourbon barrels residing in Kentucky than there are human inhabitants.

We Have MANY In Stock!

https://vinepair.com/buy-this-booze/best-bourbon-whiskeys-2019/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=7058fcdf4d-Feb_07_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-7058fcdf4d-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-7058fcdf4d-38937345&mc_cid=7058fcdf4d&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

 

5% raise for six-figure NH Liquor Commission executives rejected over failure to meet revenue targets

Total Wine & More, which started opening Massachusetts locations in 2017, has cost the NHLC an estimated $175 million a year in sales. In addition to six stores in eastern Massachusetts, Total Wine also has a robust mail order business for wine.

https://www.unionleader.com/news/business/raise-for-six-figure-nh-liquor-commission-executives-rejected-over/article_c6b042f7-0eef-556e-85ea-c593474b5f4e.html

 

Häagen-Dazs Launches Six Booze-Infused Ice Cream Flavors

Häagen-Dazs Spirits,” and it’s exactly what it sounds like. Booze. Infused. Ice. Cream.

https://amp.foodandwine.com/news/haagen-dazs-boozy-ice-cream

 

Paid posts: Welcome to the 21st-century world of wine blogging

Who cares about integrity or honesty or legitimate reviews? I’ll just run paid posts

https://www.winecurmudgeon.com/paid-posts-welcome-to-the-21st-century-world-of-wine-blogging/

 

Healthy Wines: What the Labels Really Mean

Clean-crafted and Dry / Ketogenic defined

https://earth911.com/how-and-buy/healthy-wines-what-labels-mean/

Mr Grumpy: show me the vintage

Interesting view on vintage dates and wine buyong

https://www.therealreview.com/2019/02/07/mr-grumpy-show-me-the-vintage/

Before You Sip That Cocktail, a Few Safety Warnings

Today’s rule-breaking bartenders can unwittingly concoct a health hazard, but a website is here to help stave off trouble.

https://www.nytimes.com/2019/02/08/dining/drinks/cocktail-safety-bartender.html

Myth Vs. Fact: Wine

The Onion debunks some of the common myths about wine.

https://www.theonion.com/myth-vs-fact-wine-1832461474

 

Get To Know The Reds Of Classic White Wine Regions

While wine regions all around the world offer delicious and intriguing options for white wine lovers, some regions in particular are known solely for their white wines.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/courtneyschiessl/2019/02/08/reds-from-white-wine-regions/#531b7cab1eb1

 

3 Types of Wine That Pair with Nearly Every Dish

No matter what you cook up, these reliable bottles have you covered

https://www.tastingtable.com/drinks/national/easy-wine-pairing-guide

Don’t Judge Wine By its Price Tag

Choosing the right wine in a shop with hundreds of bottles can be intimidating. How do you pick a bottle that leaves an impression?

https://www.businessdailyafrica.com/lifestyle/food/Dont-Judge-Wine-By-its-Price-Tag/4258338-4972858-x6k2xoz/index.html

Everything you need to know about oaked wine

The term oaked is often used relating to a wine but what exactly does that mean?

https://www.thevisitor.co.uk/news/everything-you-need-to-know-about-oaked-wine-1-9583629

7 Great Beer and Music Collaborations

Here are some of the most high-profile collaborations to hit shelves recently.

https://oct.co/essays/7-best-beer-band-collaborations?utm_source=oct_nl_dek&mc_cid=8e3a430688&mc_eid=00cc7421f2

 

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Liquor Industry News/Links 02-11-19

Franklin Liquors

Liquor Industry News/Links

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

By: Mark C Lenzi

CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, IWS*

 

02-11-2019

 

Liquor Industry Week In Review

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

This Weeks Highlights:

 

New Products

NUTRITIONAL FACTS OF WINE

 Does Clear Ice Really Matter?

 WHAT AMERICA DRINKS EVERY DAY OF THE YEAR

AND MORE!

 

Mezcal’s popularity puts pressure on producers

While Tequila has taken off, younger sibling mezcal is raring to go. But with its increasing popularity comes pressure on the raw materials that are used to make it, and the need to educate potential consumers about the spirit.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2019/01/mezcal-piggybacking-off-the-success-of-tequila/

Dry for 162 years, Massachusetts’s town now allows alcohol sales

The Rockport Board of Selectmen this week voted unanimously to give the coastal community’s only grocery store a license for take-home alcohol sales.

https://www.boston.com/news/local-news/2019/01/26/dry-for-162-years-massachusetts-town-now-allows-alcohol-sales

New Svedka Rosé Vodka

Svedka has unveiled a new Rosé extension, a 30%-abv vodka containing 5% rosé wine. Launching next month at $17 a 1-liter bottle, the new expression will have dedicated advertising through the brand’s recently introduced “Bring Your Own Spirit” campaign, and will receive the largest spend for any Svedka flavor launch to date. Constellation tells SND that the rosé vodka holds strategic value for the brand as it looks to expand in on-premise markets.

“Svedka was built in the off-premise, and we continue to dominate in that channel,” says Carl Evans, Constellation’s vice president for spirits marketing. “Based on the Rosé movement in the on-premise, we’re confident this SKU will flourish there as well. We’ve been laser-focused on programming for the on-premise and have seen tremendous potential for Svedka Rosé within the cocktail culture.” According to Impact Databank, Svedka grew 1% to 4.4 million cases in the U.S. last year.

The Lost Wine Consumer of 2019

The industry isn’t only at a cross-roads, we stand a chance of losing the wine consumer altogether.

https://svbwine.blogspot.com/2019/01/the-lost-wine-consumer-of-2019.html

 

Sicily rediscovers six indigenous grape varieties previously thought to be extinct

Rediscovered and added to the Italian National Register of Grape Varieties. The six grapes are the reds Inzolia Nera, Lucignola, Orisi, Usirioto and Vitrarolo, and the white Recunu.

http://imbibe.com/news-articles/wines/sicily-rediscovers-six-indigenous-grape-varieties-previously-thought-extinct/

 

Should you stop drinking prosecco for ethical reasons?

Demand for the Italian white wine has surged in recent years, and increased production has led to soil erosion. So should prosecco join beef and others on the naughty list?

https://www.theguardian.com/food/shortcuts/2019/jan/28/should-you-stop-drinking-prosecco-for-ethical-reasons

 

Are organic grapes better for winemaking?

Here are the results from recent studies, which have focused on the consequences that alternative farming systems have on vine, grape and wine parameters.

https://blog.vintagereport.com/en/2019/01/21/organic-grapes-winemaking/

 

 

HOW TO REALLY USE MARSALA WINE

Famous British chef Delia Smith boosted sales of Marsala years ago when she poured the amber liquid into one of her famous recipes.
http://www.snooth.com/articles/how-to-really-use-marsala-wine/?viewall=1#ixzz5e1LQvypf

 

The World’s Best Places for Growing Chenin Blanc

To understand everything there is to know about the French variety, here’s a guide to the different styles and regions of Chenin Blanc production worldwide.

https://vinepair.com/articles/best-chenin-blanc-types-guide/

 

The Rise of Australia’s Other Grapes

Grenache, Roussanne, and Nebbiolo are among the varieties helping to redefine Australian wine

https://daily.sevenfifty.com/the-rise-of-australias-other-grapes/

 

10% Of U.S. Wine Retail Sales Shipped Direct To Consumers In 2018

According to the 2019 Direct-to-Consumer (DtC) Wine Shipping Report, over 6 million cases of domestic U.S. wine were shipped DtC  in 2018 (up 9% over 2017

https://www.forbes.com/sites/thomaspellechia/2019/01/26/10-of-u-s-wine-retail-sales-shipped-direct-to-consumers-in-2018/#2491c13d2c44

 

CHAMPAGNE EXPORTS OVERTAKE DOMESTIC CONSUMPTION FOR FIRST TIME IN OVER 50 YEARS

Estimated figures for total shipments during the past year show that more Champagne was consumed in foreign markets than France for the first time in over 50 years.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/01/champagne-exports-overtake-domestic-consumption-for-first-time-in-over-50-years/

 

Shanken News Daily Launches Weekly Cannabis Edition

In response to the rapid emergence of cannabis as a consumer category in North America, Shanken News Daily is pleased to announce that it will launch a new weekly newsletter covering the cannabis market, with a special focus on the movements of major drinks industry companies.

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https://newsletters.shankennewsdaily.com/cannabisedition/

 Mondavi Targets Female Drinkers With New Flat Top Hills Brand

Mondavi & Family is introducing a new California wine brand, Flat Top Hills, aimed at female consumers in their 30s and 40s with household income in the $45,000-$80,000 range. The new brand includes five wines: a Sauvignon Blanc ($14), Rosé ($14), Chardonnay ($14), Red Blend ($16), and Cabernet Sauvignon ($16).

“We’re looking to strengthen our overall brand portfolio with the addition of Flat Top Hills in a growing price segment,” says Mark Koppen, C. Mondavi’s vice president of marketing. The new franchise will debut February 1 in select on- and off-premise accounts in Arizona, Colorado, Massachusetts, and North Carolina, with additional markets slated to launch this fall. Sourced from Yolo County, Dunnigan Hills, Monterey Coast, Lodi, Sonoma County, and the Central Coast, the brand is named for the flat-topped summits of the Mondavi family’s Dunnigan Hills vineyards, where consulting winemaker Angelina Mondavi and her siblings and cousins played as children.

Overall, C. Mondavi had volume of over 1.5 million cases last year. “We’re seeing strong trends in our core Charles Krug Napa Valley wines as well as our CK Mondavi and Family line of everyday wines,” Koppen notes, adding that Sauvignon Blanc and Cabernet varietals are performing especially well, and that the company is seeing “some positive signs in Merlot.”

Drinking wine better than exercise if you want to live a long life, study finds

A recent study from the University of California found those who drank two glasses of beer or wine every day had a better chance of living longer

https://www.stuff.co.nz/life-style/life/110247551/drinking-wine-better-than-exercise-if-you-want-to-live-a-long-life-study-finds

MARLBOROUGH, WHERE SAUVIGNON BLANC FLIES CLOSE TO THE SUN
At the northeastern tip of the South Island it is sheltered from all the major and most extreme climatic influences, and instead has a sunny but fresh maritime climate – ideal for Sauvignon Blanc.
https://aroundtheworldin80harvests.com/2018/12/14/marlborough-sauvignon-blanc-mecca/?fbclid=IwAR0x6HZSIYFaKm_2mwLkFg5jk8tleZv5rROIALMmNplDe4xwSYjRgU_2sO0

BRAD AND ANGELINA’S MIRAVAL TO LAUNCH NEW ROSÉ

Château Miraval, which is still co-owned by Hollywood actors Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie, has announced the launch of a new rosé to join its established Miraval Rosé, launched in 2012, called ‘Studio by Miraval’.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/01/brad-and-angelinas-chateau-miraval-to-launch-new-rose/

THE MOST EXPENSIVE VINEYARDS IN BORDEAUX, MAPPED

Here are the most expensive vineyards in Bordeaux, by land prices per hectare, in 2017.

https://vinepair.com/articles/most-expensive-bordeaux-vineyards-map/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=0301a8029a-Jan_30_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-0301a8029a-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-0301a8029a-38937345&mc_cid=0301a8029a&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

8 THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT SCREAMING EAGLE WINERY

Founded in 1986 by former real estate agent Jean Phillips, Screaming Eagle epitomizes low-production, exclusive Napa winemaking.

https://vinepair.com/articles/screaming-eagle-best-napa-cabernet/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=0301a8029a-Jan_30_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-0301a8029a-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-0301a8029a-38937345&mc_cid=0301a8029a&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Head of French Taittinger Champagne house says the ‘crazy’ English invented the fizzy wine

It was an English physician, Christopher Merret, who first described the process of adding sugar to a wine to carbonate it by creating a second fermentation.

https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2019/01/30/head-french-taittinger-champagne-house-says-crazy-english-invented/

 

WHAT AMERICA DRINKS EVERY DAY OF THE YEAR

Seasonal drinking is America’s most accessible pastime.

https://vinepair.com/articles/best-drinks-holidays-year/

 

Learn to Taste by Taking Better Wine Tasting Notes

Why Taking Notes Makes You Smarter

https://winefolly.com/review/learn-to-taste-by-taking-better-wine-tasting-notes/

 

Does Clear Ice Really Matter?

Many top-tier bars still argue that clear ice offers little beyond aesthetics. But that’s not the only consideration.

https://punchdrink.com/articles/does-making-clear-ice-cubes-really-matter-cocktail-bars/

How Natural Wines Develop Reductive Notes

With little or no sulfites added, natural wines should be more at risk of oxidation. So why do some yield reductive notes?

https://daily.sevenfifty.com/how-natural-wines-develop-reductive-notes/

Cannabis, wine still a murky mixture

Experts see crossover opportunities, but regulations and other obstacles loom.

https://www.farmprogress.com/grapes/cannabis-wine-still-murky-mixture

How Do You Prevent Wine Fraud? With Blockchain-Enabled Labels

Not that most of consider it on a regular basis, but fraud is a serious issue in the wine world.

https://www.foodandwine.com/wine/blockchain-traceable-wine

Pringles Wine Tumblers Exist, So Now You Can Channel Your Inner Walmart Woman

Have you been following the story of aTexas woman who won everyone’s hearts after getting banned from Walmart for drinking wine out of a Pringles can while operating an electric scooter?

https://www.myrecipes.com/news/pringles-wine-tumblers

NUTRITIONAL FACTS OF WINE

Let’s consider the nutritional facts behind your wines to, at least, knock one worry off your plate and help you plan accordingly for the goals you’re setting

https://ilikethisgrape.com/the-nutritional-considerations-for-wine

 

You Never Have To Choose Again: Wine Cocktails Are Here And Damn, They’re Delicious

Do I want to drink wine tonight? Or am I in the mood for an interesting cocktail? Turns out, there is a solution: A wine cocktail.

https://www.chowhound.com/food-news/217838/how-to-make-wine-cocktails/

 

NINE PRODUCERS BREAK WITH CAVA TO FORM ‘CORPINNAT’

Nine producers have formally broken ties with the Cava DO to form their own EU-recognised body known as Corpinnat with the first bottles bearing the name due to be released this spring.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/02/nine-producers-break-with-cava-to-form-corpinnat/

New Angels Envy

Louisville, Kentucky’s Angel’s Envy will launch a Sherry cask-finished Bourbon in limited quantities on February 15. The 50% abv whiskey ($200) is blended from Bourbon aged between four and nine years before spending an additional two to three years finishing in Oloroso Sherry casks. Only 3,600 bottles of Angel’s Envy Finished in Oloroso Sherry Casks will be available at the brand’s distillery and in select retailers in Kentucky. Bacardi acquired Angel’s Envy in 2015.

 

NBA Kings and Bogle Vineyards Release “Proud Roots” 2016 Vintage Wine

Grapes Harvested in 2016 Celebrate Golden 1 Center’s Opening and Highlight Sacramento’s Agricultural Community — Wine will be available at Golden 1 Center on February 2

https://www.nba.com/kings/news/sacramento-kings-and-bogle-vineyards-release-proud-roots-2016-vintage-wine

 

 

VinePair Continues to Be Largest and Fastest Growing Drinks Media Brand 2019

Brings Wine & Beer Reviews & Print Magazine Launch
http://www.digitaljournal.com/pr/4136722#ixzz5eO0do8Oa

Sting Operation Targets Cheap Grapes in Fancy Wines

More than 50 companies tied to Italian wine exports are under investigation for fraudulent practices.

https://www.thedailybeast.com/sting-operation-targets-cheap-grapes-in-fancy-wines

We all whine about the cold, but what about the wine?

Minnesota wine grapes are designed to survive the cold, but is this cold too much for them?

https://www.kare11.com/article/news/we-all-whine-about-the-cold-but-what-about-the-wine/89-4981dc90-bd22-4caf-8991-46f52cf0e2ad

Drink Up at the Booze History Museum of Staten Island

Tours are usually conducted in Russian, and they frequently turn into larger celebrations of Jewish and Russian culture, with musical performances and potluck buffets.

https://www.nytimes.com/2019/01/31/nyregion/vodka-russia-museum-staten-island.html

 

 

Which foods or beverages should I avoid before a wine tasting? And is there anything that I should be eating or drinking before a tasting?

Good question—professional tasters have a variety of pregame rituals. This is also a good time to bring up that before (and while) tasting wine, it’s smart to avoid heavy scents, like perfume, smoke or even lotions and soaps. It’s also important to pay attention to certain supplements or drugs, prescription or otherwise, that might interfere with your taste buds (or be contra-indicated with alcohol, even if you are spitting). Some antibiotics can cause a bitter aftertaste, for example.

Every taster has their own list of foods that might personally clash with wines. For me, things like Brussels sprouts, raw garlic or onions and cauliflower tend to repeat on me, and that aftertaste can be very distracting. I also avoid the foods that are known to fight with wine: asparagus, artichokes, oily fishes (no tuna fish sandwiches!), vinegar and pickled items. Some tasters avoid coffee and tea, which both also have a lot of tannins, before a tasting. Bitter and spicy foods can also sensitize taste buds, causing tannins or acidity to seem harsher.

In general, professional tasters tend to make sure to stay hydrated (with water), and most stick to healthy, neutral meals on tasting days. I also like to taste when I’m a little bit hungry—I feel like it heightens my perceptions—but it’s a fine line, because I hate to taste when I’m starving, because I find a grumbling tummy distracting. Some tasters also like to eat plain crackers during a tasting, which can help alleviate tannin fatigue.

 

What Wine Marketers Should Know about Cannabis Consumers

Adult-use cannabis legalization has ushered in a new consumer of THC products—here’s a snapshot of the demographic

https://daily.sevenfifty.com/what-wine-marketers-should-know-about-cannabis-consumers/

 

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Liquor Industry Week In Review

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

This Weeks Highlights:

 

New Products

The Best Wine Regions for Ski Vacations

9 THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT MILAGRO TEQUILA

JAPAN’S BEER SHIPMENTS HIT RECORD LOW IN 2018

AND MORE!

 

Smore Beer

The Spoetzl Brewery in Shiner, Texas—known for its Shiner Bock label—is releasing a new beer, Shiner S’more, inspired by and containing the flavor profile of the classic campfire food. The 5.0%-abv ale retails at $11 a 6-pack and is rolling out nationwide in conjunction with the brewer’s 110th anniversary. Shiner’s parent company Gambrinus, which also owns Trumer Brewery in Berkeley and BridgePort Brewing Co. in Portland, Oregon, is among the top 10 largest craft brewers in the U.S., according to the Brewers Association.

IN STOCK

Many migraine sufferers wary of alcohol as a headache trigger

Among more than 2,000 migraine patients in the Netherlands, more than a third said alcohol was a migraine trigger for them.

https://www.reuters.com/article/us-health-migraine-alcohol/many-migraine-sufferers-wary-of-alcohol-as-a-headache-trigger-idUSKCN1PF1OQ

UNIVERSITY STUDENTS TURN TEQUILA WASTE INTO FLOUR

They’re combating the massive amount of pollution caused by the tequila industry.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/01/university-students-turn-tequila-waste-into-flour/

A Glass Of Wine Before Bed Helps You Lose Weight, According To New Reports

If you’re worried about your love for wine preventing you from weight loss (or impacting your metabolism), science is here to tell you it might actually do your body some good.

https://www.elle.com.au/health-fitness/wine-before-bed-helps-lose-weight-19709

The Future of Wine: No Corks, No Vintages, and Maybe No Grapes

Winemakers are working on unusual solutions to the problem of climate change

https://medium.com/s/2069/the-future-of-wine-no-corks-no-vintages-and-maybe-no-grapes-996588b20fa0

Tito’s targets dog lovers with new distribution deal

Texas-made vodka Tito’s has agreed a new distribution deal in Germany, which it hopes will highlight its position as the ‘vodka for dog people’.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2019/01/titos-targets-dog-lovers-with-new-distribution-deal/

CLIMATE CHANGE: TAYLOR’S PORT CALLS ON WINE INDUSTRY TO TAKE ACTION

Climate change is the biggest challenge facing modern agriculture, with viticulture seemingly on the front line, according not only to a number of scientific bodies, but Port producer Taylor’s, which has issued one of the loudest rallying cries for the wine industry to take action.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/01/climate-change-fladgate-calls-on-wine-industry-to-take-action/

INTER RHÔNE WELCOMES NEW AOC

The appellations of Château Grillet and Clairette de Die are among seven wine and spirit AOCs/GIs to fall under the umbrella of trade body Inter Rhône.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/01/inter-rhone-welcomes-new-aoc/

Which wines have the most tannins? How can you tell?

All wines have tannins, which are naturally occurring polyphenols. There are a lot of foods that have tannins, including berries, beans, chocolate and berries. The tannins in wine are absorbed from grape skins, stems and seeds (and a small amount can be absorbed from oak barrels).

Tannins aren’t something you taste, but they are something you feel, and are an important part of a wine’s structure (that said, a wine with a lot of tannins can taste bitter). Tannins create that sensation of tugging on your cheeks, and can make a wine seem chewy or drying. For those not familiar, it’s similar to the mouth-puckering sensation of drinking strong black tea (which also has tannins). But tannins can also be velvety and supple.

You won’t know by looking at a wine how tannic it is. But red wines tend to have more tannins than white wines. That’s because red wines go through maceration, a process of steeping the grape skins in the wine to extract color and tannins—like a strong cup of tea—while white wines have limited tannins because the juice is typically separated from the grape skins and seeds soon after the grapes are crushed.

Lots of winemaking decisions can impact how tannic a wine is, starting with the grape variety (some varieties have more tannins than others). Harvest conditions, the temperature and duration of fermentations and macerations and other winemaking choices will also affect how tannic a wine is. Winemakers can even add powdered tannins if they feel a wine lacks structure.

The wines that tend to be most tannic are big, dense reds like Nebbiolo, Petite Sirah, Syrah and Cabernet.

JAPAN’S BEER SHIPMENTS HIT RECORD LOW IN 2018

Japan’s beer shipments have been dropping for 14 consecutive years, and hit a new record low in 2018 with another 2.5% dip, according to figures published by five major breweries last week.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/01/japans-beer-shipments-hit-record-low-in-2018/

HUGE’ POTENTIAL OF ENGLISH PINOT NOIR REMAINS ‘UNTAPPED’

Pinot Noir has “huge” untapped potential to become one of UK’s leading still wines, a prominent English winemaker has claimed.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/01/potential-of-english-pinot-noir-remains-untapped/

NEW ‘INTRODUCTION TO WHISKY’ ONLINE COURSE LAUNCHED

The course is aimed at beginners and will cover the basics of whisky.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/01/new-introduction-to-whisky-online-course-launched/

Answering some of those ‘is-it-true’ questions about wine

It seems like the internet is loaded with crazy ideas of how to make something better.

https://www.carrollcountytimes.com/lifestyle/food/ac-cn-wine-20190123-story.html

Interesting wine facts

What is the difference between pinot noir and Burgundy? And More!

https://www.lubbockonline.com/news/20190122/clemens-interesting-wine-facts

Red Wine hot chocolate and other winter wine cocktails

What better way to embrace the cold weather than by enjoying a relaxing night in with delicious cocktails and indulgent treats?

https://www.thechronicleherald.ca/living/food-and-drink/red-wine-hot-chocolate-and-other-winter-wine-cocktails-277965/

9 THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT MILAGRO TEQUILA

Borne of the late-1990s Mexico City club scene, Milagro sought to encapsulate its roots in a bottle. It was acquired by William Grant & Sons in 2006 and is now distributed nationwide in the U.S., as well as in several markets around the world.

https://vinepair.com/articles/milagro-tequila-guide-review-2019/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=02ed6925ce-Jan_23_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-02ed6925ce-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-02ed6925ce-38937345&mc_cid=02ed6925ce&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Hop Water, a Non-Alcoholic Favorite of Brewers, Goes Mainstream

After a long day on the canning line, sometimes the last thing a brewer wants is a beer. Enter hop water

https://oct.co/essays/hop-water-non-alcoholic-beer?utm_source=oct_nl_&mc_cid=70943ab08b&mc_eid=00cc7421f2

Wine Retail Rant (Why Grocery Store Wines Are Rigged)

If you’re looking to improve the quality of wine you drink, stop buying wine from *most* grocery stores.

https://winefolly.com/update/wine-retail-rant-why-grocery-store-wines-are-rigged/?utm_campaign=1/24/2019%20-%20Weekly%3A%20Wine%20Retail%2C%20Multi-label%20Brands%2C%20Digital%20Maps%21%20%28HSPBP2%29&utm_medium=email&utm_source=Wine%20Folly%20Newsletter&_ke=eyJrbF9lbWFpbCI6ICJmcmFua2xpbmxpcXVvcnNAdmVyaXpvbi5uZXQiLCAia2xfY29tcGFueV9pZCI6ICJRZE5ZNHkifQ%3D%3D

Big Wine Brands vs. Independent Wineries

Let’s take a closer look at the differences between big brands and independent wineries to uncover how where you shop really affects the wines you see and the bottles you bring home.

https://winefolly.com/tutorial/wine-brands-vs-independent-producers/?utm_campaign=1/24/2019%20-%20Weekly%3A%20Wine%20Retail%2C%20Multi-label%20Brands%2C%20Digital%20Maps%21%20%28HSPBP2%29&utm_medium=email&utm_source=Wine%20Folly%20Newsletter&_ke=eyJrbF9lbWFpbCI6ICJmcmFua2xpbmxpcXVvcnNAdmVyaXpvbi5uZXQiLCAia2xfY29tcGFueV9pZCI6ICJRZE5ZNHkifQ%3D%3D

9 Good Things That Happen From Drinking A Daily Glass Of Wine

We’ve all heard that a glass of wine a day keeps the doctor away but just how factual is it?

https://www.longevitylive.com/anti-aging-beauty/benefits-glass-wine-daily/

New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc Is a Global Success Story, Whether Wine Critics Like It or Not

New Zealand’s wine output counts for little over 1 percent of the world’s total, and yet it turned a scarcely known, little-loved grape into a global powerhouse.

https://vinepair.com/articles/new-zealand-sauvignon-blanc-guide/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=1cc39fc65e-Jan_24_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-1cc39fc65e-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-1cc39fc65e-38937345&mc_cid=1cc39fc65e&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

REP. DAVID TRONE’S WINE COMPANY SEEKS TO OVERTURN A CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT

David Trone was elected in 2018 to fill the seat of John Delaney, who seems to think that he’s running for president. Trone won a spirited primary with the assistance of $14.2 million in self-funded contributions and another $3.25 million in personal loans. This available fortune was generated from Trone’s personal alcoholic beverage empire. Total Wine, which Trone co-founded with his brother, is America’s largest privately owned retailer of beer, wine, and liquor, with 193 stores in 23 states.

https://theintercept.com/2019/01/23/total-wine-david-trone-congress/

Buffalo Trace Distillery offers virtual tours

Sazerac-owned Bourbon brand Buffalo Trace hopes to bring fans closer to its Kentucky distillery through a new virtual tour.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2019/01/buffalo-trace-distillery-offers-virtual-tours/

CHINA’S WINE PRODUCTION DROPS BY NEARLY 40% IN 2018

China’s wine production has plunged 37.16% to 6.29 million hectolitres in 2018, down from 2017’s 10.01 million hectolitres, the sharpest drop ever recorded.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/01/chinas-wine-production-drops-by-nearly-40-in-2018/

The 10 Cheeses You Need to Know to Understand All Cheese Ever

Cheesemonger Liz Thorpe, formerly of NYC’s legendary Murray’s Cheese, devised a system to demystify cheese, helping mere mortals explore the category.

https://vinepair.com/articles/cheese-basics-guide/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=faaa5880f4-Jan_25_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-faaa5880f4-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-faaa5880f4-38937345&mc_cid=faaa5880f4&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

What Do You Sell When You Sell Wine?

When you sell wine you are selling the image of wine as well.

https://foodandwineaesthetics.com/2019/01/24/what-do-you-sell-when-you-sell-wine/

AUSTRALIAN WINE BY REGION AND STYLE

Few corners of the wine world defy its stereotype more than Australia.

https://www.winemag.com/australia-wine-basics/

5 Tips For Discovering New Wines You’ll Love

Wine shops tailor their inventory to their customers rather than a corporate footprint—owners will often make special orders, conduct classes or tastings and spend dedicated time curating their offering because they care what you think.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/jillbarth/2019/01/25/5-tips-for-discovering-new-wines-youll-love/#1c54e54c292c

The Best Wine Regions for Ski Vacations

The vineyards may be covered in snow, but you can still drink the wine. Here are eight regions that are also home to some of the world’s best skiing.

https://www.winemag.com/2019/01/25/best-wine-regions-for-ski-vacations/

Corsica wines reflect history of conflict and conquest

Of course, the island culture has been heavily influenced by Italy and France as well, due to proximity. But all things considered, the locals who were born there consider themselves Corsican, not French

https://edmontonjournal.com/life/food/wine-column-corsica-wines-reflect-history-of-conflict-and-conquest

How to cool your wine quickly without watering it down

There is nothing better than a cool glass of wine on a hot day, but adding ice cubes to your drink can change the taste.

https://www.iol.co.za/lifestyle/food-drink/how-to-cool-your-wine-quickly-without-watering-it-down-18965280

 

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Liquor Industry News/Links 01-28-19

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CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, IWS*

 

01-28-2019

 

Liquor Industry Week In Review

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Smelling the Cork!?! Why You SHOULD Do It!

Get to Know Your Vodka

IPA Means Nothing Anymore

 

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MAKER’S MARK AND CIGAR MANUFACTURER IN LEGAL DISPUTE

Beam Suntory-owned Bourbon brand Maker’s Mark and fellow Kentucky-based business Ted’s Cigars are suing each other over a trademark dispute relating to a red wax seal.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/01/makers-mark-and-cigar-manufacturer-in-legal-dispute/

THREE CHALLENGES FACING THE IRISH WHISKEY INDUSTRY

There are a number of challenges facing the nation’s spirits producers.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/01/three-challenges-facing-the-irish-whiskey-industry/

SPAIN 2018: VINTAGE REPORT BY REGION

Wine of Spain estimates a harvest yield of 48 million hl (source: OEMV), compared with the 36-38 million hl that was reported in 2017.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/01/spain-2018-vintage-report-by-region/

This School For Wine Adds An Online Wine Sales Management Course

The Online Wine Business Management course certificate has attracted people from more than a dozen countries

https://www.forbes.com/sites/thomaspellechia/2019/01/13/this-school-for-wine-adds-an-online-wine-sales-management-course/#2b5780e75f94

Consumers Can Verify Wine Quality on the Blockchain With VeChain Tech

In stores, shoppers will be able to use the tags to scan a QR code that instantly reveals the authentic product history of each bottle of wine. Information will include how it was cultivated and bottled, the variety of the grape and the owner of the vineyard. It will also contain information on how the wine should be consumed.

https://dailyhodl.com/2019/01/13/consumers-can-verify-wine-quality-on-the-blockchain-with-vechain-tech/

Tea instead of sulphur to protect the wine

Researches have now developed a soluble powdered tannin extract from honeybush that is totally tasteless. This extract is added in small quantities, around 2 grams per

100 litres for white wines. This additive is said to protect the wine so well that no sulphites need to be added.

https://www.bkwine.com/news/tea-instead-sulphur-protect-wine/

Monsanto’s Toxic Chemical Glyphosate Found In 100% Of California Wines Tested

Old article revisted

How Does Glyphosate End Up In Wine?

https://livelovefruit.com/monsantos-glyphosate-found-100-california-wines-tested/

This chart of total alcohol sales offers an interesting comparison of the volume of alcohol sold on-demand compared with online Direct to Consumer.

Top 5 Champagne Disasters | How NOT to open a bottle of Sparkling Wine?

Watch the video of these 5 incredible Champagne opening mess-ups:

http://socialvignerons.com/2019/01/14/top-5-champagne-disasters-how-not-to-open-a-bottle-of-sparkling-wine/

Select Board in MA nixes liquor store license

Great example of how a town looks at “public need”

Said the number of liquor stores in the immediate area indicates that there simply isn’t a need for another one.

http://plymouth.wickedlocal.com/news/20190114/select-board-nixes-liquor-store-license

 

METALLICA AND STONE BREWING LAUNCH BEER

Heavy metal icons Metallica and California’s Stone Brewing have released a new beer which will launch in the US this week, and internationally in spring when the band sets out on its 2019 European tour.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/01/metallica-and-stone-brewing-launch-beer/

 

6 CHINESE WINE REGIONS YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT

China is among the fastest growing manufacturers of white wine and it is now the 7th largest red wine producing country worldwide!

https://www.winetoday.org/6-chinese-wine-regions-need-know/?fbclid=IwAR0FNqcEehAHeD7db4VDkPbrUdOvBEp-XRU7c2W09dbzUYIkLTNBh-szbjw

 

Wine for Beginners: An Easy Explanation of Different Wine Types

After reading through this guide, you should have a working knowledge of the different types of wine and enough vocabulary to set out and buy your first serious bottle

https://www.primermagazine.com/2019/learn/different-wine-types

Distell to launch new premium wine company

Africa’s leading wines and spirits producer and marketer Distell said on Tuesday it was launching Libertas Vineyards and Estates as a new stand-alone company with ownership of all its premium brands.

https://citizen.co.za/lifestyle/food-and-drink/2063797/distell-to-launch-new-premium-wine-company/

 

IPA Means Nothing Anymore

IPA is less of a single style now and more a platform for innovation

https://oct.co/essays/ipa-means-nothing-anymore?utm_source=oct_nl_&mc_cid=10b6b83381&mc_eid=00cc7421f2

 

Fireball unseats Allen’s Coffee Brandy as Maine’s best-selling liquor

The long reign of Allen’s Coffee Flavored Brandy as Maine’s top-selling liquor has come to an end.

https://wgme.com/news/local/fireball-unseats-allens-coffee-brandy-as-maines-best-selling-liquor

 

4 Things Wine Pros Know That You Can Too

If understanding wine is on your 2019 goal list, here are insider tips and challenges to bring you up to speed

https://www.forbes.com/sites/jillbarth/2019/01/15/4-things-wine-pros-know-that-you-can-too/#788ea3194afe

 

Here’s how much a bottle of wine costs in each of the world’s 10 most expensive cities

If you’re planning a trip to Tel Aviv, Seoul, or Singapore, you may want to factor in a wine budget in advance

https://www.businessinsider.com/cost-of-bottle-of-wine-most-expensive-cities-2019-1

How to Pair Wine With Sushi

Sake isn’t your only beverage options for this Japanese staple

https://guide.michelin.com/us/chicago/features/how-to-pair-wine-sushi/news

MARKED DECLINE’ IN US MILLENNIALS DRINKING WINE IS ‘WAKE-UP’ FOR THE INDUSTRY

A new report showing millennials in the US are turning away from wine as the growth rate in the world’s largest and “most exciting” market slows down, should be a “wake-up” for the industry.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/01/marked-decline-in-us-millennials-drinking-wine/

COCA-COLA LAUNCHES LINE OF ALCOHOL-FREE SPARKLING DRINKS

Coca-Cola has launched a line of alcohol-free sparkling drinks called Bar Nøne, featuring a Sangria, Dry Aged Cider, Bellini Spritz and a Spiced Ginger Mule.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/01/coca-cola-launches-line-of-alcohol-free-sparkling-drinks/

HIGHEST TEQUILA PRODUCTION FOR A DECADE RECORDED IN 2018

A total of 309.1 million litres of Tequila was produced in 2018, up 13.9% on 2017 and the second-highest volume ever recorded, according to the National Tequila Regulatory Chamber (CNIT).

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/01/highest-tequila-production-for-a-decade-recorded-in-2018/

Culinary Trends are Changing the Way Wine is Consumed

This zeal for culinary traditions and trends has laid groundwork for wine pairing as a true art form.

https://www.fb101.com/2019/01/culinary-trends-are-changing-the-way-wine-is-consumed/

AVOID THESE 4 KEY MISTAKES WINERIES MAKE IN THEIR DIGITAL MARKETING

Here are some of the most critical mistakes we see wineries making today.

http://j2odesigns.com/digital-marketing/4-mistakes-wineries-make-in-digital-marketing/

Wine vs. Health in 2019

Let’s look at the topic of wine and health and where we stand in 2019.

https://winefolly.com/update/wine-vs-health-in-2019-omg-were-all-going-to-die/?utm_campaign=1/17/2019%20-%20Weekly%3A%20Wine%20vs%20Your%20Health%20-%20Funny%20Wine%20Quotes%20%20%28JYaSxK%29&utm_medium=email&utm_source=Wine%20Folly%20Newsletter&_ke=eyJrbF9lbWFpbCI6ICJmcmFua2xpbmxpcXVvcnNAdmVyaXpvbi5uZXQiLCAia2xfY29tcGFueV9pZCI6ICJRZE5ZNHkifQ%3D%3D

New Glen Moray

Glen Moray has introduced a new Speyside Scotch whisky to the U.S. market. The 40%-abv whisky is first matured in ex-Bourbon barrels before finishing for a number of months in Cabernet Sauvignon barrels. The whisky is the sixth release in the producer’s Elgin Classic series, which includes a standard Speyside and a peated whisky, along with Port, Chardonnay, and Sherry cask finished varieties. Glen Moray Cabernet Sauvignon Cask Finish is rolling out now across the U.S. for a suggested retail price of $30 a 750-ml. Prestige Beverage Group handles Glen Moray in the U.S, where the brand was up 4% to 26,000 cases last year, according to Impact Databank.

When did choosing which wine to have with dinner become like Tinder?

Restaurateur and writer, Ilana Sharlin Stone shares 10 tips that will make your food and your wine taste better – together.

https://www.food24.com/Drinks/Wine/Features/when-did-choosing-which-wine-to-have-with-dinner-become-like-tinder-20190116

‘Prosecco-like?’: EU digs in over fight to rename Australian wine and cheese

Sources confirmed the government had managed to walk back an EU proposal that would have forced Australian producers to use names such as “feta-like”, “parmesan-like” or “prosecco-like” to meet demands from Greece and Italy that any new trade deal must guarantee exclusive naming rights to certain local products.

https://www.brisbanetimes.com.au/politics/federal/prosecco-like-eu-digs-in-over-fight-to-rename-australian-wine-and-cheese-20190117-p50rya.html

 

Asti is unleashing two brand new DOCG wines onto the market.

Like Moscato d’Asti, the new DOCGs are made from 100 percent Moscato Bianco grapes grown in the region, but don’t require Moscato dAsti’s vintage declaration.

http://www.1winedude.com/asti-unleashes-two-new-docgs/

 

Small wineries just can’t charge big price

The smaller producers struggle with distribution because they simply don’t make enough wine to sell in multiple states.

https://howardhewitt.net/2019/01/16/small-wineries-just-cant-charge-big-price/

 

U.S. wine has steadily lost American market share to imports. Now struggling to hold on to 65%

 

Cognac Export Figures 2018

Cognac shipments are up again in 2018

https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/cognac-export-figures-2018-300779542.html

 

Wine is different from other alcohols, not responsible for binge drinking, French minister claims

The minister’s comments were deemed unhelpful by addiction experts as France is suffering from one of the highest rates of alcohol consumption in Europe, with wine being the most popular drink in the country.

https://www.foxnews.com/world/wine-is-different-from-other-alcohols-not-responsible-for-binge-drinking-french-minister-claims

 

How Family Wineries Will Get Your Attention In 2019

Family wineries—many without robust data analytics staff, the report notes—hope that authenticity, superb wine and a warm welcome will be enough to keep customers coming back.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/jillbarth/2019/01/16/how-family-wineries-will-get-your-attention-in-2019/#4043e1507019

 

How White Zinfandel saved Napa Valley wine

The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms would not accept Sutter Home marketing the wine as “Oeil de Perdrix” because the name implied a foreign origin. Trinchero then added “White Zinfandel” to the name and the ATF approved the label.

https://napavalleyregister.com/community/calistogan/news/how-white-zinfandel-saved-napa-valley-wine/article_4ee1eadf-d33c-569a-8654-c073deb18146.html

 

Sailor Jerry $20,000 guitars go on sale

Spiced rum Sailor Jerry has collaborated with CF Martin & Co to release two limited edition guitars adorned with imagery from tattooist Norman ‘Sailor Jerry’ Collins – priced at US$19,999 each.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2019/01/sailor-jerry-20000-guitars-go-on-sale/

 

Loire Valley: A Wine Region You Need To Know

Called the “Garden of France” for its rolling hills, noble landscapes and agricultural wealth, the Loire Valley is defined by its eponymous river —France’s longest—snaking nearly 630 miles from the Ardèche in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region to the Atlantic Ocean.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/lanabortolot/2019/01/17/loire-valley-a-wine-region-you-need-to-know/#2960a417f90e

 

It’s Harvesttime for Wine in … Tahiti?!

Polynesia’s only vineyard is celebrating its 50th harvest—in 20 years. Here’s how.

https://www.winespectator.com/webfeature/show/id/Vin-de-Tahiti-50th-Wine-Harvest-Prosecco-Protest-Tesla-Red-Wine-Unfiltered

 

Get to Know the Red Wines of Southwest France

Malbec and Tannat are popular around the world but it’s in the their homelands, Cahors and Madiran, where the grapes truly thrive.

https://www.winemag.com/2019/01/17/get-to-know-southwest-france-red-wines/

 

How to choose a good bottle of wine in a French supermarket

Unless you’re a sommelier or a seasoned connoisseur, sifting through the good, the bad and the downright ugly can be quite the challenge.

https://www.thelocal.fr/20190117/readers-tips-choosing-a-good-bottle-of-wine-in-a-french-supermarket

 

Younger drinkers know fewer wine regions and varietals than they did three years ago

The number of wine drinkers 21 to 35 years old is also decreasing. Meanwhile, 21 percent of all wine drinkers are 65 or older. Three years ago it was 16 percent

https://www.winebusiness.com/news/?go=getArticle&dataId=208518

9 myths and 9 truths about organic, biodynamic, “natural”

Organic wine continues to increase, it seems. Commercial success is well established in several countries already

https://www.bkwine.com/newsletter/bkwine-brief-archive/185-january-2019/

Ready for a wine bar in your car?

There will be no more arguments between couples heading out for dinner over who is to be the designated driver.

https://www.meininger.de/en/wine-business-international/ready-wine-bar-your-car

Understanding the Role of Sugar in Wine

Experts discuss methods for achieving varying levels of actual and perceived sweetness

https://daily.sevenfifty.com/understanding-the-role-of-sugar-in-wine/

The influence of in-store music on wine selections.

This field study investigated the extent to which stereotypically French and German music could influence supermarket customers’ selections of French and German wines. Music with strong national associations should activate related knowledge and be linked with customers buying wine from the respective country. Over a 2-week period, French and German music was played on alternate days from an in-store display of French and German wines. French music led to French wines outselling German ones, whereas German music led to the opposite effect on sales of French wine.

Get to Know Your Vodka

This clear spirit can be a little difficult to understand and appreciate. But these bottles will help you learn just what makes vodka so unique.

https://www.winemag.com/2019/01/18/get-to-know-your-vodka/

Smelling the Cork!?! Why You SHOULD Do It!

A wine cork should smell only one of three things:

http://socialvignerons.com/2019/01/19/wine-myths-smelling-the-cork-why-you-should-do-it/

 

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The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

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Bud Light debuts bigger nutrition labels

Wine a muse for music industry

What Are Bottled-in-Bond Spirits, and Why Are They Suddenly Everywhere?

 

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New SB app available to download now

The Spirits Business has enhanced its digital presence with the launch of a new app – a one-stop-shop for breaking news, insights and in-depth reports relating to all aspects of the spirits industry.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2019/01/new-sb-app-available-to-download-now/

 

Sterling Introduces Resealable Aluminum Wine Bottles With A Sense of Sterling Style

The recyclable aluminum bottles feature a brushed texture in a tall, narrow, 375ml size accented by a color cap keyed to the varietal and echoed by a color bar at the bottom of the bottle.

https://www.winebusiness.com/newreleases/?go=getArticle&dataId=207843

 

How Gravity-Flow Wineries are Taking Grapes to New Heights

Winemakers are turning to rustic methods to produce low-intervention wines. So how does skipping pumps in favor of gravity change what’s in your bottle?

https://www.winemag.com/2019/01/07/gravity-flow-wineries/

 

How to Find High-Quality, Low-Alcohol Wine

With the season of heavy imbibing behind us, many find ourselves aiming to cut back on something (anything). It’s the perfect time to explore low-alcohol wines.

https://vinepair.com/articles/best-low-alcohol-wine-brands/

Amarone – Getting to the Roots Of Italy’s Most Powerful Red Wine

Amarone – or more formally Amarone della Valpolicella – will always be thought of as one of Italy’s most important red wines.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/tomhyland/2019/01/07/amarone-getting-to-the-roots-of-italys-most-powerful-red-wine/#6eb6d15fdbc0

Why Do Wine Bottles Have a Dimple in the Bottom?

Wine bottles are elegant. Their sloped necks come to a gentle peak. They’re supported by a stout but understated trunk of a bottle.

https://www.myrecipes.com/wines/wine-bottle-dimple

FRENCH LAUNDRY FAILED SABER ATTEMPT SHOWS HOW NOT TO OPEN A $2K NEBUCHADNEZZAR

A recent video posted on Reddit shows the restaurant’s general manager Michael Minnillo unsuccessfully sabering a Nebuchadnezzar (15-liter bottle) of Champagne.

https://vinepair.com/booze-news/french-laundry-failed-saber-attempt-video/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=70d45b4dbc-Jan_08_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-70d45b4dbc-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-70d45b4dbc-38937345&mc_cid=70d45b4dbc&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Wine Enthusiast Announces Annual Top 10 Wine Destinations for 2019

Chosen by Wine Enthusiast’s global editors each year, the list includes not only tips on what to taste and where to go in terms of wine, but also an insider’s guide on top restaurants, hotels and cultural activities to experience in each region.

https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/wine-enthusiast-announces-annual-top-10-wine-destinations-for-2019-300774330.html

Prosecco & Italian Cheese Pairings

A Tasty & Healthy Meal Idea

http://socialvignerons.com/2018/01/15/prosecco-italian-cheese-pairings-a-tasty-healthy-meal-idea/

THE STATES THAT DRINK THE MOST WINE IN AMERICA

Californians drink the most wine overall. This is unsurprising, seeing as how California’s population of 39 million thirsty residents is nearly 70 times larger than that of Wyoming, the state that drank the least wine. The Golden State also happens to be responsible for 86 percent of America’s total wine output.

https://vinepair.com/articles/states-drink-most-wine-2019-maps/

I’VE HEARD OF HAVING A BEER BELLY. IS THERE SUCH A THING AS A WINE BELLY?

While I’d love to tell you that belly fat is only reserved for those who choose to pound beer, any sommelier or mixologist will attest that if you drink in excess — whether it’s wine, vodka, or beer — you’ll wind up with a larger belly than you might wish.

https://vinepair.com/articles/causes-beer-belly-wine/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=9dff28b4a6-Jan_09_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-9dff28b4a6-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-9dff28b4a6-38937345&mc_cid=9dff28b4a6&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

GEORGIAN SCIENTISTS AIM TO GROW WINE GRAPES ON MARS

A group of scientists and viticulturists from Georgia are researching which grapes would suit Martian soils and how best to cultivate grapevines there in the hope that one day colonists could make their own wine on the red planet.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/01/georgian-scientists-aim-to-grow-wine-grapes-on-mars/

HOW THE US GOVERNMENT SHUTDOWN IS AFFECTING DRINKS COMPANIES

The US is now in its third week of a government shutdown, and while thousands of government workers are struggling to make ends meet without their salaries, the extended recess is having an unexpected affect on drinks makers.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/01/__trashed-2/

Jameson Irish whiskey unveils new bottle design

The new Jameson bottles will be available in Ireland from this month, before launching in the US and additional markets from March ahead of St Patrick’s Day (

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2019/01/jameson-irish-whiskey-unveils-new-bottle-design/

Why Does Wine Give Some People Headaches?

Those who experience wine-related headaches wonder if they are actually allergic to sulfites. This is rare

https://www.cookinglight.com/news/wine-headaches-experts

Popcorn Pairings

What goes together better than a night in with a movie, popcorn and wine?

https://www.thechronicleherald.ca/living/food-and-drink/popcorn-pairings-wine-not-274001/

 

Wine Flavors: What’s Right? What’s Wrong?

Learn where wine flavors come from, how to smell them, and what flavors to expect in Cabernet, Shiraz, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and Sauvignon Blanc.

https://winefolly.com/review/wine-flavors-whats-right-whats-wrong/

 

Defining a “standard drink:” (It’s a LOT smaller than you think!)

 

What Are Bottled-in-Bond Spirits, and Why Are They Suddenly Everywhere?

As American whiskey sales continue to grow year-over-year, due in part to what industry analysts call the “craft movement,” bottled-in-bond spirits have come back in a big way.

 

https://vinepair.com/articles/what-is-bottled-in-bond-whiskey/

 

 

“BRAZIN” versus “emBRAZEN” Settled

Delicato Vineyards and Treasury Wine Estates Americas Co. have settled their trademark dispute, according to court records.

https://www.winebusiness.com/news/?go=getArticle&dataId=207969

 

Romance is in the Air With Korbel California Champagne Lovebird Bottle

The season of romance is quickly approaching… and to truly show loved ones you care, you can’t just wing it! Korbel California Champagne today announced the release of its new, limited-edition “Lovebird” bottle wrap.

https://www.winebusiness.com/newreleases/?go=getArticle&dataId=207879

 

Five Essential Features of Wine Lover’s Home

There are five essential features a true wine lover must possess in their home:

https://fermentationwineblog.com/2019/01/five-essential-features-of-wine-lovers-home/

 

SINGER DRAKE LAUNCHES NEW CHAMPAGNE RANGE

Canadian rapper Drake has expanded his drinks empire, once again teaming up with American drinks entrepreneur Brent Hocking to launch a Champagne range called Mod Sélection.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/01/singer-drake-launches-new-champagne-range/

 

Why wine lovers should be watching this U.S. Supreme Court case

Its outcome could impact many facets of the wine business, from wineries to retailers to the choices for wine customers.

https://www.democratandchronicle.com/story/lifestyle/rocflavors/2019/01/10/ship-wine-out-state-supreme-court-tennessee-retailers/2466197002/

 

TOP TRENDS IN FRENCH WINE FOR 2019

As we move into the new year, we ask some of the top French wine producers and personalities what regions, grape varieties and wine styles they predict will be hot in 2019.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/01/top-trends-in-french-wine-for-2019/

 

8 wines from around the world everyone should try, according to experts

We asked sommeliers which wines were at the top of their recommendation list.

https://www.thisisinsider.com/wines-around-the-world-2019-1#peter-max-pinot-noir-is-an-example-of-how-south-africas-cool-climate-can-affect-the-taste-of-a-product-2

 

Marijuana hasn’t hurt booze sales in the three states where weed has been legal the longest, liquor industry group’s study says

The trends in alcohol have been fairly consistent regardless of whether or not you have legalized recreational marijuana in a state or not,”

https://www.cnbc.com/2019/01/09/marijuana-hasnt-hurt-booze-sales-in-3-states-where-weed-has-been-legal-the-longest-study.html

 

 

Italian Lawmakers Bust Prosecco Producers

Two winemakers in the prestigious Conegliano-Valdobbiadene region have had their wine seized for breaking rules over sugar.

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2019/01/italian-lawmakers-bust-prosecco-producers

 

The Rise of Blaufränkisch Wine

This cold climate-loving, easy-drinking red wine grape is spreading beyond its original German and Austrian home to the United States, Australia and Canada.

https://www.winemag.com/2019/01/09/the-rise-of-blaufrankisch-wine/

 

Redefining Wine Shop Design, Inside and Out

These modern wine shops create an experience for customers through innovative design, a welcoming atmosphere and a curated selection of labels.

https://www.winemag.com/2019/01/10/wine-shop-design/

 

If You Like Beer, Then Stop Smoking

That beautiful, flavorful beer you paid a dear price for may not smell or taste the same if you deaden your senses with an American Spirit beforehand

https://oct.co/essays/stop-smoking-drinking-beer?utm_source=oct_nl_&mc_cid=a7925845c9&mc_eid=00cc7421f2

 

 

South Africa’s Top 100 most highly rated wines – 2019 Classification

To be eligible for the Classification, updated annually since 2004, wines must have earned good to excellent reviews from one or more of the top panels of judges for at least three vintages during the 10-year period under review.

https://news.wine.co.za/News.aspx?NEWSID=34056&CLIENTID=&SPOTLIGHTID=

 

 

Defining Japan’s Terroir

New rules create an appellation system for Japan’s growing wine industry, but are also causing headaches

https://www.winespectator.com/webfeature/show/id/Defining-Japan-Terroir

Meet the Women Pioneering Idaho Wine

Not only do women make up the majority of producers, but they’re shaping the future of this Pacific Northwest state’s budding wine industry.

https://www.winemag.com/2019/01/10/meet-the-women-pioneering-idaho-wine/

Game of Thrones’ Dornish Wine Brought to Real Life by St.-Emilion Vintner

One winery in Bordeaux has come up with a way for wine-loving superfans to give a proper sendoff to the beloved series

https://www.winespectator.com/webfeature/show/id/Game-of-Thrones-Dornish-Wine-St-Emilion-Unfiltered

Wine a muse for music industry

It appears that for years now the music industry has drawn inspiration from wine

https://www.telegram.com/entertainmentlife/20190110/off-vine-wine-muse-for-music-industry

A bleak future for new wine apps

62% of the apps downloaded by consumers will only be used 11 times. For a quarter of these people, that figure drops to just once.

https://www.meininger.de/en/wine-business-international/bleak-future-new-wine-apps

A Heat Application Alternative To Vineyard Sprays

Thermaculture heat application can reach in the neighborhood of 350 F, a temperature that certainly threatens the survival or organisms; so how does it work?

https://www.forbes.com/sites/thomaspellechia/2019/01/10/this-grape-grower-is-evangelical-about-a-heat-application-alternative-to-vineyard-sprays/#70cf50a32afc

Bud Light debuts bigger nutrition labels

Starting next month, packages of Bud Light will have prominent labels showing the beer’s calories and ingredients as well as the amount of fat, carbohydrates and protein in a serving.

https://www.charlotteobserver.com/news/article224281190.html?utm_source=Daily+Brew&utm_campaign=65d7f1b1ab-The+Daily+Brew%3A+January+11%2C+2018_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_935b7e0b70-65d7f1b1ab-36686829

Wine Experts’ Tasting Notes Can Vary Based on Where They’re From, Study Suggests

Two groups of experts from different parts of Canada disagreed over a number of basics.

https://www.foodandwine.com/news/wine-experts-tasting-regional-differences-study

What your wine choices say about the way you think

Fluid thinkers enjoy experimenting with wines. They embrace “natural wines,” and they find entrancing funky flavors that repel more conservative drinkers who thought those faults had been eradicated by modern winemaking.

https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/food/what-your-wine-choices-say-about-the-way-you-think/2019/01/10/cae048b4-1511-11e9-90a8-136fa44b80ba_story.html?noredirect=on&utm_term=.fd81f30730a2

2019 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition Winners

The 2019 Chronicle Wine Competition Winners are in.

https://www.sfgate.com/chroniclewinecompetitionriver/article/2019-San-Francisco-Chronicle-Wine-Competition-13527672.php

Why You Should Drink Organic Wine

It’s good for the planet and might even lessen your hangover. That’s something we’ll drink to.

https://www.outsideonline.com/2381446/why-you-should-drink-organic-wine

Are you considered a “sommelier” if you serve wine at a restaurant? Or do you have to take classes and be certified to claim the title?

Sommelier is a job title for a restaurant professional that helps you navigate a restaurant’s wine choices and provides wine service, sometimes also called a wine steward. A somm doesn’t just open wine and pour it; they are intimately familiar with the restaurant’s wine program and should be able to guide diners in making wine selections and provide additional information about the wines on the list.

At most restaurants, this job title does not require a degree or certification, but there are many formal training programs, the most prestigious of which is the Master Sommelier certification.

Job requirements will vary from restaurant to restaurant, of course, but you’d almost certainly need previous restaurant experience and knowledge of wine. Some learn through rigorous tasting practice or travel. The various professional exams or certifications will show commitment, but they aren’t required to be a good sommelier. The best ones I’ve ever met have both a practical and theoretical understanding of wine, and are passionate about what they do.

 

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Liquor Industry Week In Review

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This Weeks Highlights:

 

New Products

 

Is 2019 the Year of Non-Alcoholic Beer?

 

How to match wine with your favorite Indian food

 

Learn about Whisky

AND MORE!

 

Go Inside Napa’s Oldest, Continuously Operating Sparkling Wine Producer

Frank Family Vineyards isn’t the most recognizable of Napa Valley’s sparkling wine producers.

https://vinepair.com/articles/photos-napa-sparkling-wine/

How to buy good wine on a budget

You are more likely to get better quality for the value if you choose certain kinds of wine.

https://www.cnbc.com/2018/12/28/kevin-zraly-onhow-to-buy-good-wine-on-a-budget.html

 

4 Top-Performing Themes In Wine This Year, And 4 Other Ideas That Flopped

Here are four themes that we can expect to see more of in 2019, building on the traction they’ve already seen in 2018.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/cathyhuyghe/2018/12/31/4-top-performing-themes-in-wine-this-year-and-4-other-ideas-that-flopped/#5178114e3796

 

How to be a wine snob and not turn people off

A good wine snob has more wine knowledge than the average person, but just as important he or she has a desire to make people happy while talking about wine.

https://www.reporternews.com/story/life/2018/12/31/gus-clemens-how-wine-snob-and-not-turn-people-off/2427489002/

 

9 THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT RÉMY MARTIN

Rémy Martin is, in many circles, synonymous with luxury.

https://vinepair.com/articles/guide-remy-martin-1738-vsop-xo/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=b363fe1995-Jan_02_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-b363fe1995-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-b363fe1995-38937345&mc_cid=b363fe1995&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

 

CAN CHAMPAGNE BE CORKED?

Each year a new study emerges with claims to the frequency of corked wine bottles. “Less than 1 percent,” some studies say, while others put that figure closer to 3 percent.

https://vinepair.com/articles/can-champagne-be-corked/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=b363fe1995-Jan_02_2019&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-b363fe1995-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-b363fe1995-38937345&mc_cid=b363fe1995&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

 

How to match wine with your favorite Indian food

From a fiery curry to subtle seafood, here’s how to enjoy red, white and sparkling wine with Indian eats.

https://www.sbs.com.au/food/article/2019/01/02/how-match-wine-your-favourite-indian-food

Prosecco Bursting the Champagne Bubble

With other bubblies sparkling bright, is Champagne’s star fizzing out?

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2019/01/prosecco-bursting-the-champagne-bubble

Don’t Store Your Leftover Champagne in the Fridge

While keeping a bottle in the fridge for a few days is fine, leaving it in there for weeks or months on end can dry out the cork and ultimately lead to your wine losing its flavor and its bubbles

https://lifehacker.com/dont-store-your-leftover-champagne-in-the-fridge-1831405420

Monterey Wines Conjunctive Labeling Goes into Effect January 1, 2019

Starting January 1, 2019, all wines labeled with an American Viticultural Area (AVA) located entirely within Monterey County, must also include the term “Monterey County” on the label. An AVA is a federally designated wine grape growing region distinguishable by unique geographic features.

https://www.prweb.com/releases/monterey_wines_conjunctive_labeling_goes_into_effect_january_1_2019/prweb16008470.htm#!

Eight Ways You’re Drinking Champagne Wrong

A wine expert’s rules for getting the most bang for your bubbly

https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2018-12-28/eight-ways-you-re-drinking-champagne-wrong

The Sound of Your Champagne Can Reveal How Good It Is

Generally speaking, sparkling wines get better with age, and as the years go by their bubbles shrink.

https://www.inverse.com/article/52147-new-year-s-eve-champagne-bubbles

 

Exploring Oregon’s Other White Wines

Pinot Gris is still Oregon’s signature white wine, but producers are creating unique bottlings from Chardonnay, Riesling and Pinot Blanc.

https://www.winemag.com/2019/01/02/exploring-oregon-white-wines/

 

The Official 2019 Wine Vintage Chart

Has your Pinot peaked? Is that Barolo still a baby? Our annual wine vintage chart shows if it’s time to open that prized Napa Cab, or wait for perfection.

https://www.winemag.com/2019/01/02/wine-vintage-chart-2019/

 

 

Not aModern Alchemy Offers DIY Classics

The idea of recreating wines in a laboratory offers opportunities and unintended consequences.

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2019/01/modern-alchemy-offers-diy-classics

Is it safe to store wine in a cigar “coolidor”?

For those not familiar with the term, a “coolidor,” or cigar cooler-humidor, is a temperature- and humidity-controlled unit for storing cigars, similar—but not identical!—to a wine fridge.

https://www.winespectator.com/drvinny/show/id/Is-it-safe-to-store-wine-in-cigar-humidor-cooler-coolidor-57383

TERROIR IN WHISKEY ‘DOES EXIST’, DISTILLERY STUDY FINDS

Defining terroir as “the 3D influence between microclimate, soil and place on a plant”, the study aims to understand the influence of the environment on whiskey produced from barley.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/01/terroir-in-whiskey-does-exist-distillery-study-finds/

TOP 10 NON-ALCOHOLIC BEERS FOR DRY JANUARY

We have rounded up some of the best, and most popular, non alcoholic beers on the market.

We Have 2 In Stock!

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/01/top-10-non-alcoholic-beers-for-dry-january/

TOP 10 SPANISH WINE TRENDS

From Rosé to Sangria

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/01/top-10-spanish-wine-trends/10/

SENSE AND SUSTAINABILITY: HOW WINE PRODUCERS ARE PROTECTING THE ENVIRONMENT

Wine producers from around the world about what initiatives they have put in place to ensure their wineries are run sustainably.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/01/sense-and-sustainability-how-wine-producers-are-protecting-the-environment/

Wine and Moderation: What’s Healthy?

Is Wine Healthy?

To really answer the question of whether or not wine is healthy, you need to look at what’s inside a glass of wine.

https://winefolly.com/update/wine-and-moderation-whats-healthy/?utm_campaign=1%2F4%2F19+-+Weekly%3A+What+is+Moderation+in+2019%3F+%7C+Natural%3A+Yay+or+Nay%3F+%28QuNALF%29&utm_medium=email&_ke=eyJrbF9lbWFpbCI6ICJmcmFua2xpbmxpcXVvcnNAdmVyaXpvbi5uZXQiLCAia2xfY29tcGFueV9pZCI6ICJRZE5ZNHkifQ%3D%3D&utm_source=Wine+Folly+Newsletter

The Best Cruises for Wine Lovers

From mega-ships to yachts, cruises are upgrading their culinary options as well as offering more wine-focused on-board activities and off-ship excursions.

https://www.winemag.com/2019/01/03/best-cruises-wine-lovers/

Wine and Scuba Diving Fans Can Now Attend Underwater Tastings

Many people can say they’ve been to a wine tasting, but how many can say they’ve been to an underwater wine tasting? Probably not many, as this is the very first initiative of its kind, now available to oenophiles and diving fanatics.

https://www.foodswinesfromspain.com/spanishfoodwine/global/whats-new/news/new-detail/wine-diving-canary-islands.html

FIVE THINGS YOU DIDN’T KNOW ABOUT RHONE VALLEY

For America wine drinkers, the Rhône Valley tends to be a place of mystery and intrigue. Most can tell you that Châteauneuf-du-Pape is in the Rhône and that the area is a source of great value wines. True. But there is so much more.

https://napavalleywineacademy.com/five-things-you-didnt-know-about-rhone-valley/

Learn about Whisky

As a spirits category whisky is incredibly diverse with several sub-divisions of style, flavour and general appeal, based on the method and country or specific region of manufacture. We take a closer look at whisky, how it’s made and the essential facts…

https://www.decanter.com/spirits/learn-about-whisky-402138/?_ga=2.154620920.1738112101.1546702582-681483886.1409742819

MAN IN COMA AFTER CHAMPAGNE BOTTLE EXPLODES BETWEEN LEGS

The man was injured on New Year’s Eve when a bottle exploded between his legs and a shattered shard of glass cut through an artery in his leg, causing him significant loss of blood,

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2018/01/man-in-coma-after-champagne-bottle-explodes-between-legs/?fbclid=IwAR2S5Hx6DnJuFxo1B7cb6_Lm5PbcNXAA03iv77_rHrR2-hnrI32Hd87EaUg

Yes, Miller Lite is better than Bud Light, but not because of ‘more taste’ — it’s because of less taste

In recent weeks, the National Advertising Division ruled that MillerCoors provided “a reasonable basis” to say Miller Lite has “more taste” than either of Anheuser-Busch’s two leading light beers, Bud Light and Michelob Ultra:

https://www.chicagotribune.com/dining/drink/beer/ct-food-miller-lite-bud-light-more-taste-20190102-story.html

Is 2019 the Year of Non-Alcoholic Beer?

Why the beer industry is betting big on zero ABV.

https://www.foodandwine.com/news/non-alcoholic-beer-trend-heineken-leffe-peroni

You Can Now Buy ‘Unicorn Tears’ Wine

This sounds magical!

https://www.simplemost.com/unicorn-tears-wine-is-bright-pink-looks-delicious/

 

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Liquor Industry News/Links 01-07-19

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The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

By: Mark C Lenzi

CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, IWS*

 

01-07-2019

 

Liquor Industry Week In Review

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

This Weeks Highlights:

 

New Products

 

Is THIS the secret to getting rid of red wine stains?

A Foolproof Guide to Beer and Cheese Pairing

MACALLAN RELEASES $500 MEN’S LOAFERS

 

AND MORE!

 

How does champagne produce its fizz – without breaking the bottle?

Some fiendishly clever fermenting techniques and a big dose of chemistry, it turns out.

http://www.bbc.com/future/story/20181217-the-chemistry-that-gives-champagne-its-famous-fizz

 

Study argues that the Bible book of Revelation condemns the use of wine for the Eucharist

A recent study from a United Kingdom-based publication has argued that the last book of the Bible, the Book of Revelation, condemns the usage of wine for the Eucharist.

https://www.christianpost.com/news/study-argues-that-the-bible-book-of-revelation-condemns-the-use-of-wine-for-the-eucharist.html

 

The year in beer: US celebrates 2018 craft brewing highlights

With the number of US breweries breaking the 7,000 milestone in October this year, it’s been a big year for small beer. The Brewers Association, the trade association for small and independent US craft brewers, looks back on the 2018 highlights for the industry.

https://www.beveragedaily.com/Article/2018/12/17/The-year-in-beer-US-celebrates-2018-craft-brewing-highlights

Collectors Clamor for Napa’s Cult Wines

What the cult wines have in common is rarity—because they are produced in small quantities—and exclusivity, as these bottles don’t show up in local wine shops. They are sold directly to consumers through mailing lists that often have waits of two years or more.

https://www.barrons.com/articles/collectors-clamor-for-napas-cult-wines-51544882400

Van Duzer Corridor AVA now official

The Van Duzer Corridor AVA in Oregon’s Willamette Valley has been officially approved by the TTB, the US regulatory body.

https://www.jancisrobinson.com/articles/van-duzer-corridor-ava-now-official?fbclid=IwAR0gVMDjhwc2ZUhg04AY0yFyXdFygq3GQ8c0CGun5wkdbUnfeohH4lSVo7s

 

Prosecco surpasses champagne as No. 1 bubbly

The demand for Italian bubbles is soaring, with record sales of fizz in both the U.S. and UK.

https://www.foxbusiness.com/features/prosecco-surpasses-champagne-as-no-1-bubbly

 

11 THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT NEW BELGIUM BREWING

A trip to New Belgium in Fort Collins, Col0., is unforgettable for many beer lovers. Founded in 1991, the destination includes a mosaic-clad brewhouse, numerous bars, and a maze-like foeder-filled taproom.

https://vinepair.com/articles/new-belgium-guide-fat-tire/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=3018486c67-Dec_18_2018&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-3018486c67-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-3018486c67-38937345&mc_cid=3018486c67&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

 

MACALLAN RELEASES $500 MEN’S LOAFERS

The Macallan has partnered with shoe brand Rob McAllan to release a limited edition series of men’s loafers in the US, “inspired” by its ‘Rare Cask’ expression.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2018/12/macallan-releases-mens-loafers/

 

AUSTRIAN GROUP CALLS FOR RED WINE GRAPE TO LOSE ‘NAZI’ NAME

A group of artists in Austria have launched a campaign for the Zweigelt grape variety to have its name changed from that of the Nazi party member who created it.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2018/12/austrian-group-calls-for-red-wine-grape-to-lose-nazi-name/

 

How knowing what wines you hate can lead to wines you love

“Drink what you like” is a popular axiom in the wine biz, but what if customers don’t actually know what they like?

https://www.chicagotribune.com/dining/drink/wine/sc-food-wine-how-to-find-wines-you-love-20181130-story.html

 

When buying wine online, is it safer to have the wine shipped via ground or air?

Your biggest concern when picking a shipping method is temperature.

https://www.winespectator.com/drvinny/show/id/Better-to-Ship-Wine-via-Ground-or-Air-57351

Behind wine brand Kendall-Jackson’s growing direct-to-consumer strategy

Thirty-six-year-old family winery Kendall-Jackson has been selling select wines online at KJ.com since 2004. But with new attribution tools available, it has only recently begun to see a return-on-investment from selling direct-to-consumer.

https://digiday.com/marketing/behind-wine-brand-kendall-jacksons-growing-direct-consumer-strategy/

 

How does the Wine Industry Influence Economic Landscape?

Wine production has been an important part of Western culture for more than 8000 years. And historically, it had significantly impacted both social and economic status of several nations.

https://oracletimes.com/how-does-the-wine-industry-influence-economic-landscape/

 

The Best Wine Bottle Openers for Every Kind of Wine Lover

Because everyone needs a way to open that new bottle of red.

https://www.foodnetwork.com/fn-dish/news/2018/12/wine-bottle-openers-gifts

 

The Complete Guide to Vin Santo

We explore the wonderful world of Vin Santo in detail.

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2018/12/the-complete-guide-to-vin-santo-e-part-i

 

BREWER’S ASSOCIATION REMOVES ‘TRADITIONAL’ FROM CRAFT BEER DEFINITION

Since the launch of the BA’s original craft brewer definition in 2006, the craft brewing industry has more than tripled in size and market share, with 7,000 breweries now operating in the US.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2018/12/brewers-association-removes-traditional-from-craft-beer-definition/

 

Bogle wins 2018 cheap wine poll

It was Bogle’s fourth title in five years, and it took almost half the votes.

We Always Have Bogle In Stock!

https://www.winecurmudgeon.com/bogle-wins-2018-cheap-wine-poll/

 

DAOU a beacon of fine wine in Paso Robles

Wines In Stock!

https://www.thecoastnews.com/daou-a-beacon-of-fine-wine-in-paso-robles/

When Wines Witness History:

South Africa’s Old Vines, And What They’ve Seen

https://www.forbes.com/sites/cathyhuyghe/2018/12/19/when-vines-witness-history-south-africas-old-vines-and-what-theyve-seen/#3e9f26a7300d

Portugal’s most planted grape varieties, the top-ten list

Portugal is a wonderful wine country in many ways. Not least because it is unrelentingly focusing on Iberian grape varieties. The only French grape that is included in the top-10 list is Syrah, and it is in the 10th place.

https://www.bkwine.com/news/portugals-planted-grape-varieties-top-ten-list/

Ho w Many States Allow Beer, Wine And Spirits In Grocery Stores

The scourge of “wine teeth,” explained

Here is why you look like a vampire.

https://www.vox.com/the-goods/2018/12/18/18144794/what-causes-wine-teeth-explained

YUENGLING ROLLS OUT 1800S-ERA CANS, BOURBON BARREL-AGED BEER TO MARK 190TH ANNIVERSARY

Beginning this month and continuing through April, Yuengling will release five limited-edition cans of Yuengling Lager, one per month, showcasing how the label design has evolved over time.

Additionally, on January 11, the brewery will release a limited-edition Bourbon Barrel Reserve beer at its Pottsville, Pa. location

https://vinepair.com/booze-news/yuengling-new-cans-bourbon-barrel-aged-beer/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=6b7649d6d4-Dec_19_2018&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-6b7649d6d4-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-6b7649d6d4-38937345&mc_cid=6b7649d6d4&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

ALL THE TYPES OF TEQUILA, EXPLAINED

Want to learn how to use blanco versus reposado tequila? Or curious about the differences between añejo and extra añejo? Check out our illustrated guide to the styles of tequila.

https://vinepair.com/articles/types-of-tequila-infographic/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=bcffb75091-Dec_20_2018&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-bcffb75091-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-bcffb75091-38937345&mc_cid=bcffb75091&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

What You Should Know About Italy’s Cooperative Wines

Today Italy is home to 484 cantine cooperative — an older term is cantine sociali — with 140,700 winegrower members.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/susangordon/2018/12/19/what-you-should-know-about-italys-cooperative-wines/#59500dc4d38a

Your Guilt-Free Guide to Wine

Pour a glass out for yourself and enjoy.

https://www.doctoroz.com/article/your-guilt-free-guide-wine

AB INBEV AND TILRAY TO INVEST $100M IN NON-ALCOHOLIC CANNABIS DRINKS

The world’s largest brewer, AB InBev, and Canadian cannabis company, Tilray, are to invest US$50 million each in a new research partnership to develop a “deeper understanding” of non-alcoholic beverages containing THC and CBD in order to “guide future decisions”.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2018/12/ab-inbev-and-tilray-to-invest-100m-in-non-alcoholic-cannabis-drinks/

Americans like sweet wines, but nobody talks about it. Missed opportunity for wineries, and media?

Americans like sweet wines. Big wine companies know it. East Coast wineries know it.

https://blog.wblakegray.com/2018/12/americans-like-sweet-wines-but-nobody.html

Americans spend about 1/5 of 1% of their annual gifting budgets on wine. Plenty of room to improve.

Zoll Vineyards Opens Winery in Dutton, Virginia

Formally in MA

http://www.areadevelopment.com/newsItems/12-20-2018/zoll-vineyards-gloucester-county-virginia.shtml

A Foolproof Guide to Beer and Cheese Pairing

Foolproof pairings to make sure every cheese plate you serve works harmoniously with the beer you’re pouring and drinking.

https://oct.co/essays/beer-and-cheese-pairing-guide

Your Definitive Guide to Sweet Wines

Popular tastes may skew dry, but sweet wines are some of the most complex bottlings around, representing terroir and tradition as fiercely as any.

https://www.winemag.com/2018/12/20/sweet-wine-basics/

Four New Ways to Make Mulled Wine

Think when you’ve had one mulled wine you’ve had ’em all? Let the wine experts show you how it’s done with upgrades using red, white, rosé and Port wines.

https://www.winemag.com/gallery/mulled-wine-red-white-rose-port/

What Did Jesus Drink? A Bethlehem Winery is Embracing Ancient, Indigenous Grapes

Founded by Salesian monks in 1885, Cremisan makes wine using indigenous grapes. Some scholars say these are the wines that it’s most likely Jesus drank.

https://vinepair.com/articles/what-did-jesus-drink-a-bethlehem-winery-is-embracing-ancient-indigenous-grapes/

The Maine Winemakers Utilizing Hybrid Grapes

It’s tough to grow grapes in unpredictable weather, but winemakers in Maine tackle the cold climate with hybrid grapes, co-ferments and gumption.

https://www.winemag.com/2018/12/26/maine-winemakers-hybrid-grapes/

The Wines We Scored 100 Points in 2018

We tasted, reviewed and rated 24,753 wines in 2018. Of those, only 15 achieved our coveted 100-point score. Find out who made the cut

https://www.winemag.com/2018/12/21/100-point-wines-2018/

World’s first smart wine bottle

New flexible computer chip technology from Idaho company American Semiconductor is making it’s way into a place you would not expect it to be, like a wine shop

https://www.ktvb.com/video/news/keeping-it-local-worlds-first-smart-wine-bottle/277-959d28a9-8b7f-411e-851c-aee637a42791

Organic vs. Biodynamic vs. Natural Wine—What’s the Difference?

Interest in organic, biodynamic, and natural wines is at an all-time peak. But what do those terms really mean?

https://www.foodandwine.com/wine/natural-wine-explained

The best wines from South Africa

The much maligned South African Pinotage grape is due a renaissance

https://life.spectator.co.uk/2018/12/the-best-wines-from-south-africa/

Toast the new year with a wine for your sign

Match the personality of each sun sign to a wine of similar character.

https://www.thestar.com/life/food_wine/advice/2018/12/26/toast-the-new-year-with-a-wine-for-your-sign.html

4 REASONS WHY ABRUZZO IS A REGION TO LOVE

American wine drinkers have a lot to learn about the region.

https://vinepair.com/articles/montepulciano-vini-abruzzo-wine-guide/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=ddb431474c-Dec_27_2018&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-ddb431474c-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-ddb431474c-38937345&mc_cid=ddb431474c&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

9 THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT DOS EQUIS

What makes Dos Equis so attractive? It’s all about embellishment, a handsome man, and, for those willing to experiment, a dash of citrus salt.

https://vinepair.com/articles/dos-equis-best-mexican-lager/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=ddb431474c-Dec_27_2018&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-ddb431474c-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-ddb431474c-38937345&mc_cid=ddb431474c&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

The story of California Chardonnay

A four-part account of California’s most-planted vine variety.

Part 1

https://www.jancisrobinson.com/articles/the-story-of-california-chardonnay-part-1?fbclid=IwAR2vyHfMLdc8RiqAeb4M00aVJW7_pKpu_DO9c-XAewhfOnSKhSu4A0_CPOg

Part 2

https://www.jancisrobinson.com/articles/the-story-of-california-chardonnay-part-2?fbclid=IwAR0BC2qZlqNm9XYaxbzbrDYnMQ20zRNKJVHpt4Jh5BFCbL47G_PbsfAD1tI

Part 3

https://www.jancisrobinson.com/articles/the-story-of-california-chardonnay-part-3

Part 4

https://www.jancisrobinson.com/articles/the-story-of-california-chardonnay-part-4

Red Wine Tops the List of Alcohols Most Reported as Migraine Trigger

Alcoholic beverages, especially red wine, are recognized by patients with migraine as a trigger, which has a significant impact on alcohol consumption behaviors, according to a new study.

https://www.ajmc.com/newsroom/red-wine-tops-the-list-of-alcohols-most-reported-as-migraine-trigger

 

Reduced Copper Spells Trouble for Champagne

Organic winemakers in Europe have been left aghast at new rules aimed at reducing the use of copper sulfate in the EU, saying it will devastate some producers.

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2018/12/reduced-copper-rules-trouble-champagne

 

Which Wine Varietals Do Americans Prefer in 2018?

Study by Sonoma State University reveals purchasing and drinking habits of the American Wine Consumer

https://www.winebusiness.com/news/?go=getArticle&dataId=207060

 

Four Tips for Finding Wine You’ll Actually Enjoy

How much does good wine cost? Can you judge a wine by its label? How do you become a wine expert yourself?

https://skillet.lifehacker.com/four-tips-for-finding-wine-youll-actually-enjoy-1831237653

 

Are you a label drinker?

Is social media turning us all into ‘label drinkers’?
https://www.decanter.com/wine-news/opinion/jefford-on-monday/andrew-jefford-the-label-drinker-is-someone-with-more-money-than-experience-406384/#QIDy7H6CGa5X88IF.99

Seven deadly sins of restaurant wine service

Even a good wine-list can be let down by bad service.

https://www.therealreview.com/2018/12/27/seven-deadly-sins-of-restaurant-wine-service/

Is it Ever OK to Ask For Your Wine Back At the End of a Party?

What would your mother think?

https://www.southernliving.com/culture/should-you-take-wine-back-after-party

How to make your own vermouth from leftover wine

Open bottles of wine left over from Christmas and New Year can be turned into aromatic sweet vermouth

https://www.theguardian.com/food/2018/dec/29/homemade-sweet-vermouth-from-leftover-wine-waste-not

Is THIS the secret to getting rid of red wine stains?

A new hack to banish red wine stains has been revealed – and it’s hiding in your FRIDGE

https://www.heart.co.uk/lifestyle/milk-red-wine-stains/

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