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Liquor Industry News 06-03-19
June 3, 2019
Liquor Industry News
The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)
By: Mark C Lenzi
CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, IWS*
06-03-2019
Liquor Industry Week In Review
The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)
This Weeks Highlights:
New Products
What’s A Wine Diet & Is It Healthy?
The real reason you can’t handle alcohol anymore
Breaking down beer jargon
Bushmills In Expansion Mode
Bushmills is set to double its whiskey output with a second distillery, slated to open by 2022. Already the largest and oldest whiskey maker in Northern Ireland, Bushmills got the green light for the expansion as part of a $77 million investment plan by Mexico-based parent company Becle S.A.B. de C.V., also known as Cuervo. When it opens, Bushmills’ new single malt distillery will match the capacity of its current facility. Although the company won’t say what that capacity is, it’s estimated to be around 6 million liters of pure alcohol annually.
Whisky Advocate has the full story.
New Josh Wine
Deutsch Family Wine & Spirits has debuted a new limited edition wine under its Josh Cellars brand. Josh Cellars Military Salute Edition Cabernet Sauvignon Lodi Reserve will be available through September 5 in retailers across the U.S. The company will donate $1 from every bottle sold to Operation Gratitude, an organization set up to deliver care packages to U.S. service members stationed at home and abroad. Josh Cellars Military Salute Edition Cabernet Sauvignon is now available nationally, retailing at $20 a 750-ml. Josh Cellars, an Impact “Hot Brand,” surged 26% to 2.6 million cases in the
U.S. last year.
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Wine Labels Are Confusing—We Asked an Expert to Clear Things Up
In the case of wine, you often have no choice but to judge a book by its cover. To make an informed decision, start by learning what all those terms on the bottle mean
. https://www.realsimple.com/food-recipes/shopping-storing/beverages/wine-label-meaning
The 13 Best Alcohol Subscription Boxes for Trying New Liquor, Wine, and Beer
It’s time to build out your bar cart.
https://www.esquire.com/food-drink/drinks/g27504607/best-alcohol-subscription-boxes/
Barefoot’s New Boxed Wine Has 4 Bottles in Each, So Consider Your Weekend Rosé Needs Covered
Barefoot just launched a whole range of boxed wines with an easy-to-pour nozzle
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https://www.popsugar.com/food/Barefoot-Tap-Boxed-Wine-2019-46158894
The Maker of Whispering Angel Is Releasing a New Luxury Wine
Whispering Angel is really the entry-level wine of the existing quartet, which still comes with a suggested retail price of only $19.99.
http://fortune.com/2019/05/19/whispering-angel-rose-wine/
“Parkerization” is not a myth or a lie
Bob Parker absolutely was “the father of modern wine criticism”; he did indeed “raise the bar” for all of us who followed.
http://www.steveheimoff.com/index.php/2019/05/18/parkerization-is-not-a-myth-or-a-lie/
Can CBD Really Do All That?
We are bombarded by a dizzying variety of CBD-infused products: beers, gummies, chocolates and marshmallows
https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2019/05/14/magazine/cbd-cannabis-cure.html
5 reasons to start drinking wine from a can
The newest way to drink your favorite vino.
https://www.bhg.com.au/5-reasons-to-start-drinking-wine-from-a-can
Defining “Classic Wines”
Classic Wines are used to learn about wine. So, if you’re looking to improve your knowledge quickly, this is a great place to start!
https://winefolly.com/tutorial/defining-classic-wines-and-the-trick-to-blind-tasting/
Craft Breweries In New England
Silver Bullet Cold Stream to pour sub-32 degree Coors Light at a festival near you
Coming soon to an outdoor event near you: the Silver Bullet Cold Stream, a custom Airstream trailer equipped with technology that pours Coors Light drafts below freezing temperatures.
UNDERSTANDING BIODYNAMIC WINE: THE MONTY WALDIN INTERVIEW
Organic and biodynamic wines are currently a very hot topic in fashionable wine circles.
https://grapecollective.com/articles/understanding-biodynamic-wine-the-monty-waldin-interview
How the physics of fizz contributes to human happiness
Have you ever wondered why it’s so enjoyable to imbibe a glass of something that sets off a series of microexplosions in your mouth?
https://bigthink.com/surprising-science/champagne-physics
Should brands be marketing to ‘supertasters’?
Taste sensitivity could be an untapped sector for beverages like wine and coffee, according to new research from Cornell University. Supertasters and nontasters respond differently to sensory information, with potential for new marketing strategies
https://www.beveragedaily.com/Article/2019/05/20/Should-brands-be-marketing-to-supertasters
Why Do Winery Instagram Feeds Suck So Much?
Simply put, a lot of your winery Instagrams aren’t worth a damn following.
https://spitbucket.net/2019/05/19/why-do-winery-instagram-feeds-suck-so-much/
New Gin
Diageo has unveiled a new super-premium gin label, Villa Ascenti. Made at the new Distilleria Santa Vittoria in Italy, Villa Ascenti is made from Moscato grapes infused with Tuscan juniper berries and also includes herbs like mint and thyme. Villa Ascenti is initially launching in Europe, where the super- and ultra-premium gin markets have been growing rapidly in recent years. The new brand joins Gordon’s, Tanqueray, Tanqueray No. Ten, and Jinzu in Diageo’s gin portfolio. Pernod Ricard also recently expanded in upscale gin, agreeing to acquire the Malfy brand from Biggar & Leith for an undisclosed sum.
New Zealand wine documentary a must see
A Seat at the Table comparing winemaking in France and New Zealand.
https://www.therealreview.com/2019/05/20/new-zealand-wine-documentary-a-must-see/
Spanish police arrest four in connection with major wine fraud
DO Bierzo wine board had detected irregularities on wine bottle labels. “Numbers on the back labels had been duplicated. Others were false numbers,
https://www.drinks-today.com/wine/news/spanish-police-arrest-four-connection-major-wine-fraud
WE DON’T AGE WINES ENOUGH IN CALIFORNIA
California vintners are not ageing their top wines for long enough due to a desire for instant gratification in the US, according to Gallo winemaker Chris Munsell.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/05/munsell-we-dont-age-wines-enough-in-california/
8 Alternatives to Vodka in Your Bloody Mary
While vodka does a great job of doing this, the cocktail can be elevated even further by experimenting with different spirits
What’s the Difference Between a Brewer and Brewmaster? Brewhouse Titles, Explained
Roles vary greatly by brewery size and setup, but there is a basic hierarchy in relation to brewers’ experience.
10 Things You Should Know About Martini & Rossi
Martini & Rossi accounted for more than 45 percent of the global vermouth market
The Difference Between Campari and Aperol, Explained
Aperol and Campari have been popular in their native Italy for well over a century.
New Mon Frère Wines
Palm Bay International has introduced Mon Frère Winery, a new California-based project. Led by winemaker Tom Hinde, who also heads up Palm Bay’s Au Contraire brand, Mon Frère includes three wines—Chardonnay ($16 a 750-ml.), Pinot Noir ($17), and Cabernet Sauvignon ($17)—all of which are rolling out nationwide. Taub Family Cos., Palm Bay’s parent company, also counts Heritance, The Angry Bunch, and Ay Carumba sangria among its California brands. Last fall, Taub Family also acquired the Saracina ranch in Mendocino, which it will use as a base of expansion for its California operations.
Everything You Can Tell About A Rosé Based On Its Color
With a wine that is so defined by its color, the cheat codes for shopping rosé like a pro may be hidden in its many shades of pink.
https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/rose-wine-color-dark-light
ALDI IS OFFERING FREE WINE TO CUSTOMERS WILLING TO WRITE HONEST REVIEWS
If you’re a budding wine connoisseur, then this is the opportunity for you
America’s All-Time Favorite Wines
What a check on US searching patterns suggests is that, as a country, it is almost seamlessly homogenous, with very little variation in search patterns when viewed across the past 20 years.
https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2019/05/america-s-favorite-ever-wines
10 Recipes and Pairings for Every Type of Summer Grilling
Whether seafood, beef or a vegetable-based side, we promise you’ll have the right wine on hand for any meal.
https://www.winemag.com/gallery/10-recipes-and-pairings-for-every-type-of-summer-grilling/
The Different Styles of Japanese Shochu
In Japan, shochu, the low-proof distilled spirit, outsells saké by far. While both derive their flavor from koji, a mold that converts starch into sugar, shochu can be made from a variety of base ingredients, which allows for a diverse range of flavors.
https://www.winemag.com/2019/05/20/the-different-styles-of-japanese-shochu/
Napa Valley winery sues over $1M in smoke-tainted grapes
A Napa Valley vintner has sued its insurer for failing to pay compensation for $1.14 million worth of wine grapes tainted by smoke during the 2017 wildfires in that region.
New Trends In Champagne
Champagne, and all types of sparkling wine, have long been suffering in the aperitif ghetto. They have, traditionally, been seen as celebratory wines to have before a meal.
https://www.forbes.com/sites/lizazimmerman/2019/05/20/new-trends-in-champagne/#708d78cb91da
ABC (Anyone Buying Chard?) – The Character Assassination of Chardonnay
At the end of 2017 there were over 96,000 acres of Chard planted in California and it’s planted in every wine region around the globe.
https://www.intowine.com/abc-anyone-buying-chard-character-assassination-chardonnay
Here’s How To Pour A Perfect Draught Craft Beer
Yeast and bacteria “routinely enter draught systems where they feed on beer and attach to draught line,
US Beer Industry Supports More than 2 Million Jobs
Beer Institute president and CEO Jim McGreevy added that the beer industry is “the crown jewel of American manufacturing today.”
https://www.brewbound.com/news/study-us-beer-industry-supports-more-than-2-million-jobs
Can I Age Fireball Whisky?
I’d suggest buying a new bottle instead of consuming an “aged” bottle. That way, you’re more likely to experience the flavors as they were intended.
6 Questions About Rosé You’re Too Embarrassed to Ask
If you have some lingering questions about rosé — where it comes from, how it’s made, and what makes it so popular — rest assured you’re not alone.
Official PGA Wine
Constellation Brands has partnered with the PGA to make Meiomi the official wine of the PGA Tour. The multi-year marketing agreement will bring Meiomi to each stop on the PGA Tour, where guests will be able to learn about the brand, taste samples, and purchase bottles. Meiomi will launch digital ads to support the Tour and will host a retail sweepstakes to award a trip for four to play a round of golf at TPC Sawgrass. Last year, Meiomi was up 5.8% to 1.27 million cases in the U.S., according to Impact Databank.
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Why My Bar Is Giving Away $25K Worth of Rosé to Support Women’s Reproductive Rights
Rebel Rebel owner Lauren Friel responds to the Alabama abortion ban.
https://www.bonappetit.com/story/lauren-friel-alabama-abortion-ban
A Quick Guide to Rosé Wine
Rosé is the fastest-growing category in America, as consumption grew roughly 50% in 2017. Consequently, you’ll likely see more choices on shelves as summer nears.
https://www.winemag.com/2019/05/21/a-quick-guide-to-rose-wine/
The Dos and Don’ts of Storing Wine
Storing wine correctly is crucial to maintaining the good condition of a wine collection, particularly if that collection is expensive.
https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2019/05/the-dos-and-donts-of-storing-wine
A Guide to the Calories, Carbs, and ABV in America’s Best-Selling Beers
Whether you’re a Coors Light lover or a milkshake IPA devotee, the following table can help you out next time you’re peeking at your waistline.
If You Are A Fan Of IPA, Science Says You’re More Likely To Be A Psycho
What the researchers uncovered was that the more a person craved bitter flavors, the darker their personality.
Breaking down beer jargon
Choosing a beer, especially at a bar that features many craft beers, can be a time-consuming endeavor, and can also feel like you’re reading an alien language. IPA? IBU? ABV?
https://www.pressherald.com/2019/05/23/breaking-down-beer-jargon/
Sailor Jerry expands range for first time with Savage Apple
Sailor Jerry Savage Apple has an RRP of US$15.99 and will launch initially in New York and Florida, before rolling out across the US this autumn.
JACKSON FAMILY WINES TO EXPAND TO TASMANIA
One of the world’s most powerful wine companies, Jackson Family Wines, is on the hunt for a place to make Chardonnay and Pinot Noir in Tasmania.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/05/jackson-family-wines-to-expand-to-tasmania/
WHY CORK’S FASTEST GROWTH MARKET SHOULD SURPRISE
The fastest growth market for the past 18 months has been Australia, which he explained, is surprising because it is a wine-producing nation better known for using predominantly screwcaps to seal its bottles.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/05/why-corks-fastest-growth-market-should-surprise/
As US Wine Sales Are Expected To Decline, One Wine Brand Defies The Trend
Josh Cellars, continues to defy the trend and exhibit impressive gains year after year.
ALWAYS IN STOCK!
IRISH DISTILLERS LAUNCHES WHISKEY PODCAST SERIES
The owner of Jameson, Irish Distillers, has launched a five-part podcast series telling the story of how three companies saved the country’s whiskey industry from extinction
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/05/irish-distillers-launches-whiskey-podcast-series/
Dealing with Wine in Restaurants
Being put on the spot with a wine list the size of the Gutenberg Bible can definitely cause personal anxiety.
Light, Bright, Definitely Not Sprite: 20 of the Best Spiked Seltzers to Try
Spiked seltzers are flooding the marketplace.
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Exploring Italy Through its Amaro
Amaro, Italy’s famously bitter liqueur steeped with herbs, roots and other flavorings, is favored as a digestivo, and figures on every dessert menu or wine/spirits list in Italy.
https://www.winemag.com/2019/05/23/exploring-italy-through-amaro/
Whether you drink red or white wine says a lot about your personality
According to new research, the type of wine you drink can say a lot about your personality.
https://finance.yahoo.com/news/red-white-wine-personality-traits-121537502.html
Hands Down, the Best Wine to Use When Making Sangria
Here are the best reds, whites, and rosés that are perf for sangria making.
https://www.cosmopolitan.com/lifestyle/g27560071/best-red-white-wine-for-sangria/
The real reason you can’t handle alcohol anymore
Ever wonder why you can’t do red wine anymore (or is it bourbon)? Read on
https://considerable.com/the-real-reason-you-cant-handle-alcohol-anymore/
Restaurants That Dare To Serve 100 Wines By The Glass
By-the-glass wine lists are generally hard for restaurants to manage.
Making Rosé Is A Lot Harder Than It Looks
Rosé is, technically, the hardest wine to make
9 Strategies for Wine Theory Study
Knowing geography, grape varieties, wine laws, viticultural and winemaking terms, is mandatory to becoming an experienced professional.
https://napavalleywineacademy.com/tim-gaiser-ms-sommday-series-9-strategies-for-wine-theory-study/
What’s A Wine Diet & Is It Healthy?
Over the years, some shrewd innovators have developed “wine diets.” Some are risky and extreme, and others are more reasonable.
https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/2019/05/233666/what-is-wine-diet
WHY SCREW CAPS ON WINE BOTTLES CAN BE BETTER THAN CORKS
There is a stigma associated with wines carrying screw caps, or twist-off tops, probably because they were originally used to seal wines on the less expensive end of the spectrum.
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Liquor Industry News 05-27-19
May 27, 2019
Liquor Industry News
The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)
By: Mark C Lenzi
CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, IWS*
05-27-2019
Liquor Industry Week In Review
The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)
This Weeks Highlights:
New Products
What are Sulfites? A Look at Wine’s Most Misunderstood Compound
The 20 Most Popular Whiskey Brands in the Country
Just holding a beer makes women appear less human, study finds
Is there a polite way to tell a winemaker that I’m not enjoying their wines?
I’ve been in plenty of situations where a winemaker is asking me what I think of a wine and I’m uncomfortable answering. My most effective deflection is to tell them I’d rather hear them talk about their wines and hear their insight. What makes the wine special in their eyes? How do they see their winemaking decisions or vintage characteristics reflected in the glass?
If it’s more of a scenario where you feel like they’re asking you to buy their wines (and you don’t want to), I think a simple, “I really need to think about it/check my cellar space” is a fine response. If they keep pressing, avoid saying anything negative. Instead, tell them which wine in the lineup is most distinctive or most appealing. Or segue into a conversation about how these wines are different from the regions and grapes you are more familiar with or keen on.
Homemade wine jelly
How to Make wine Jelly
https://www.momtastic.com/food/758419-my-moms-wine-jelly-will-be-your-new-favorite-thing/
Why Some Wineries Are Becoming ‘Certified B Corp’ — And What That Means
While organic or biodynamic certifications are big buzzwords in winemaking today, B Corp calls for full transparency in the way a company conducts business — and not just in the vineyard.
Tips On How To Pick A Luscious Bottle Of Wine
As a consumer, it is also important that when it comes to picking the right flavor of wine, you have to be keen on the details of each brand.
https://thefrisky.com/tips-on-how-to-pick-a-luscious-bottle-of-wine/
Applegate Valley AVA, Oregon In Depth
The Applegate Valley has a long history as a wine region.
http://www.fredswan.wine/2019/05/13/applegate-valley-ava-oregon-spotlight/
California’s Up-and-Coming Grapes
Here are seven other varieties that should be on your radar.
https://www.winemag.com/2019/05/13/californias-up-and-coming-grapes/
The Importance of a Wine’s Acidity
Acidity, focus and purity help us to see a wine for what it is and glimpse true vinous beauty in its most natural state.
https://www.winemag.com/2019/05/13/the-importance-of-a-wines-acidity/
12 Things You Should Know About Yuengling
It’s America’s oldest brewery, largest independent brewery, and probably the most boycotted beer from the state of Pennsylvania.
The World’s Best Places for Growing Chardonnay
Winemakers produce diverse iterations of the noble grape everywhere from chilly Champagne to sunny northern New Zealand.
What You Need to Know About Turkish Wine
Indigenous varieties and dynamic flavor profiles are among the factors helping them break ground in the U.S.
Cutting Back on Sugar? Here’s What Wine Drinkers Need to Know
Excess sugar consumption has been linked with health problems, but that doesn’t mean you have to give up wine
https://www.winespectator.com/articles/what-healthy-wine-drinkers-need-to-know-about-sugar
Just How Big Is Natural Wine In America?
“Natural wine” is anything that uses little to no commercial additives and preservatives during the fermentation and bottling process
The World’s Most Wanted US Wines
We know Napa dominates searches for US wine, but we didn’t know how heavy that domination really is.
https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2019/05/the-worlds-most-wanted-us-wines
How to Save Leftover Wine
Have some leftover wine from your last dinner party? It would be a shame to let it go to waste—and you don’t have to! Learn the best ways to store leftover wine and the most important preservation factors to keep in mind in this quick tutorial.
4 Good Red Wines For Beginners
Maybe you like wine for the implied health benefits (i.e. keto friendly, antioxidants, etc). Or, perhaps you just love rosé! Whatever the reason, one issue many newcomers struggle with is consistently choosing wines they love.
https://winefolly.com/tutorial/4-good-red-wines-for-beginners-crowd-pleasers/
BOTTLE SIZE CHARTS
Wine Sizes
https://wineracksamerica.com/bottle-size-charts/
Gérard Bertrand bottles his new brand in a ceramic bottle
The launch of the ‘Art de vivre’ brand in ceramic bottles recalling materials used to make amphora will most certainly be the stand-out packaging of 2019
https://www.vitisphere.com/news-89540-Gerard-Bertrand-bottles-his-new-brand-in-a-ceramic-bottle.htm
Why Some Winemakers Still Use the Name Fumé Blanc
The moniker may be a throwback, but producers still rely on it to convey style—and to set the wine apart in the market
https://daily.sevenfifty.com/why-some-winemakers-still-use-the-name-fume-blanc/
Behind America’s Unexpected Cool-Climate Wine Region, Michigan
There are five appellations in Michigan, each with a slightly different vibe and environment.
https://www.winemag.com/2019/05/13/america-cool-climate-wine-region-michigan/
YQUEM TO CONVERT TO BIODYNAMICS
At the moment there are several prominent châteaux in Bordeaux being farmed organically or biodynamically.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/05/yquem-to-convert-to-biodynamics/
High-End Tequila Soars In The U.S.
Patrón remains the world’s highest-ranked Tequila brand by value, ringing up nearly $1.5 billion in retail value last year.
How Sparkling Wine is Made
Today, there’s an array of bubblies, from Champagne to Cava, all made with slightly different methods.
https://www.winemag.com/2019/05/14/how-sparkling-wine-made/
Businessman pleads guilty to stealing up to $1.5M in wine
Holder owned and operated Safe Harbour Wine Storage LLC. Private collectors and businesses paid him monthly fees and pick-up charges to store cases of wine in a climate-controlled warehouse
https://www.apnews.com/7ea5ecb5949d4b6aa052ee5d8eeaa2bf
3 tips for graduation party wine picks
And every fun party must offer tasty libations. With graduation party wines, following a few simple tips makes it easy.
Meet Oregon’s Potential New Wine Appellations
There are currently four additional perfected candidates that may at any time become the newest additions to the Willamette Valley’s gang of sub-AVAs.
https://sipnorthwest.com/new-oregon-wine-appellations/
For the Love of Lodi: A Region All About Multi-Generational Farming, Winemaking and Families
Lodi is the self-proclaimed Zinfandel capital of the world, producing more than 32 percent of California’s premium Zinfandel.
Please – No Wine Educators
To be called a Wine Educator is to be dangerously encouraged to presume ignorance as a first point of contact with our guests.
https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/please-wine-educators-colin-macphail/
Just holding a beer makes women appear less human, study finds
She doesn’t even need to appear drunk—to be perceived as more sexually available and less human than if she was drinking water, or if she was a man drinking beer.
https://thetakeout.com/alcohol-women-sexually-available-less-human-study-1834780911
12 of the Best Summer Beers to Throw in Your Beach Bag, Backpack, or Beer Fridge
Here are 12 of the best summer-friendly beers MANY IN STOCK!
https://vinepair.com/buy-this-booze/12-best-summer-beers-2019/
Disney Debuts Cocktail Popsicles at Epcot
The pops are made using locally sourced fruit, and wine from Florida’s Island Grove Wine Company,
The 20 Most Popular Whiskey Brands in the Country
These are the top 20 best-selling whiskey brands in America, according to IRI Worldwide
FitVine Wine Introduces A Low Sugar, Low Sulfite Albariño
FitVine’s Albariño is the second limited edition and online-exclusive wine released this year. In January, FitVine introduced their Syrah, a rich jammy dark fruit red wine, which quickly became an online fan favorite.
https://finance.yahoo.com/news/fitvine-wine-introduces-low-sugar-120000289.html
What are Sulfites? A Look at Wine’s Most Misunderstood Compound
The industry has relied for ages on the compound to preserve, control, and, to some extent, stabilize the end product. It can be argued that it’s a big reason why wine has become a viable commercial product with good shelf life and even age-ability.
https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/what-are-sulfites-in-wine-guide/
The Guy Who Broke Wine
Gary Vaynerchuk catapulted onto the scene in the mid-aughts as a brash, fast-talking antihero. The wine world hasn’t been the same since.
https://punchdrink.com/articles/guy-who-broke-wine-gary-vee-vaynerchuk/
‘Clean’ wine ill defined but taking root
Despite lack of definition, term gaining popularity
https://www.timesunion.com/living/article/Clean-wine-ill-defined-but-taking-root-13848389.php
Getting fizzy with it: the Italian wine route that sparkles
An Italian region and a sparkling wine, Franciacorta may not be well-known but it is great for vineyard visits and fine places to eat and stay
Sommelier insights into Australian wine trends
Journalist Eleanor Danenberg got in touch with Sommeliers Australia seeking insights from some of its members on what’s hot in restaurants
https://winetitles.com.au/sommelier-insights-into-australian-wine-trends/
The regulatory role of ethical labeling
South African wine producers have come under pressure to reassure customers that it’s ethical and there’s been widespread growth in ethical certification labeling.
https://phys.org/news/2019-05-regulatory-role-ethical.html
Ah-So Wine Opener to Uncork Old Vintage Wine
How To Use an Ah-So Wine Bottle Opener aka a two prong cork puller to Pull out the cork of an old bottle of wine.
Study Reveals How Much More Americans Will Pay For Wines With Cork Closures
U.S. consumers are willing to pay eight percent more (approximately $1.00 per bottle) “for table wines that contain cork closures rather than screw cap closures.”
GALLO’S PREMIUM BUSINESS NOW 30% OF TURNOVER
Gallo defines ‘premium’ wine as over US$10 a bottle, ‘super premium’ above US$15, ‘ultra-premium’ £20-30 pounds and ‘luxury’ wine as over £30 a bottle.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/05/gallos-premium-business-now-30-of-turnover/
Blue Moon Kegs
Blue Moon Brewing will release limited edition kegs inspired by the design of the Blue Origin lunar lander, also named Blue Moon. The kegs will hit the market in advance of the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing on July 20. Blue Origin, Jeff Bezos’ space company, hopes to replicate this feat by 2024. Pricing and availability of the lunar lander kegs will be released closer to July 20. Blue Moon Brewing is part of MillerCoors.
How Sulfites Affect a Wine’s Chemistry
Wine professionals discuss sulfur’s impact on everything from oxidation to aromatic compounds and texture
8 Tips for Creating an Effective Wine Self-study Practice
A Master of Wine and a Master Sommelier offer advice on how to prepare for the big exams
Comparing French vs Argentinian Malbec
It’s easy to forget that Malbec originated in France because more than 75% of the world’s Malbec vines are located in South America.
https://winefolly.com/episode/comparing-france-vs-argentina-malbec-video/
Paso Robles used to be the Almond Capital of the World. What happened?
The city, which today is better known for oak trees and fine wine, started out producing wheat in the late 19th century before transitioning to orchard crops in the early 1900s
https://www.sanluisobispo.com/news/local/news-columns-blogs/slo-weird/article230424694.html#storylink=cpy
How Much Alcohol Can You Drink Safely?
Last September, the prestigious peer-reviewed British medical journal The Lancet published a study that is thought to be the most comprehensive global analysis of the risks of alcohol consumption.
https://www.nytimes.com/2019/05/16/magazine/how-much-alcohol-can-you-drink-safe-health.html
Fake Wine and Real Boobs
Any winery that has to resort to using sex to sell is raising the white flag.
https://spitbucket.net/2019/05/16/fake-wine-and-real-boobs/
Empowering the consumer
Wine buyers willingly accept being fed a diet of misinformation — or no information at all.
What is Cannonau?
Sometimes spelt Cannonao, it is the Sardinian name for the widely planted red wine grape variety known in Spain as Garnacha and in France as Grenache.
https://www.decanter.com/learn/advice/what-is-cannonau-413919/
When did GMO become a dirty word?
The medical, agricultural, and environmental fields all have GMO products
https://www.morningagclips.com/when-did-gmo-become-a-dirty-word/
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Another Attempt to Let USPS Ship Alcohol
New AR
Concha y Toro has unveiled a new augmented reality experience for its Casillero del Diablo brand. Created in partnership with beverage app DrinkAR, the initiative allows consumers to use their smartphones to scan a Casillero del Diablo Reserva label and take a virtual, 360-degree tour of the brand’s wine cellar. The immersive experience allows visitors to explore multiple fire-lit caverns found in the 19th-century cellar and jump directly to the brand’s social media profiles. DrinkAR is available for download in the Apple Store and Google Play. Concha y Toro, part of the Fetzer Vineyards portfolio in the U.S., sells more than 1.8 million cases annually.
Organic Wine’s Deadly Carbon Footprint
It should be the more eco-friendly option, but is organic viticulture bad for the environment?
https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2019/05/organic-wines-deadly-carbon-footprint
When Pinot Noir isn’t Pinot Noir
The wine industry is facing a moment of existential crisis over what goes into the bottle.
https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2019/05/when-pinot-noir-isnt-pinot-noir
Is Australian Single Malt The Next Japanese Whisky?
Even passing fans of whisky have noticed the monumental rise of Japanese whisky in bottleshops and bars across the United States. The once-obscure liquid is now among the most prized possessions on any liquor shelf.
8 Things You Should Know About Espolòn Tequila
From viral marketing campaigns to the inspiring rock music that gets its yeast swaying, here are eight things you should know about Espolòn.
7 Ways To Open A Bottle Of Wine Without A Corkscrew
They are all prone to screw up your bottle of wine if done incorrectly or without proper care
Bud Light will sell beer in rainbow bottles in June for Pride Month
Bud Light will sell rainbow-colored aluminum bottles in bars nationwide from May 27 to June 30 and donate to GLAAD $1 from each case sold.
https://www.cnn.com/2019/05/06/us/bud-light-pride-rainbow-beer-bottles-trnd/index.html
Film Review: Amy Poehler’s ‘Wine Country’ on Netflix
For her directorial debut, Amy Poehler serves up a safe, wine-and-a-movie Netflix night-in comedy featuring a handful of her ‘Saturday Night Live’ besties.
https://variety.com/2019/film/reviews/wine-county-review-amy-poehler-1203205526/
WWE’s Carmella Is Launching An Extremely On-Brand Wine
Because she’s on the road 300 days a year, she likes “a glass of wine at the end of the night.” It is very easy to empathize with this statement!
https://uproxx.com/prowrestling/wwe-superstar-carmella-launching-wine-brand-capo-cagna/2/
Upgrade Your Garden With Your Used Wine Bottles
Wine bottle edging around your flower bed is not only a good way to recycle the empty wine bottles, but a really cool idea for an aesthetically pleasing garden border.
https://www.wideopencountry.com/wine-bottle-edging-garden-diy/
Tips To Setting Up A Great Wine Event
A wine-tasting event can be an excellent way for you to bond with your friends.
https://southfloridareporter.com/tips-to-setting-up-a-great-wine-event/
Peter Yealands ordered to pay $18,000 after polluting Marlborough stream with grape marc
The founder of an environmentally-minded wine company who polluted a stream with his fledgling waste initiative has been fined.
Cheers everybody! Scientists cure alcoholism in rats with ‘flip of a switch’
Don’t try this at home: When scientists shot lasers into a specific cluster of nerves in the brains of alcoholic rats, the creatures lost all interest in drinking – and their physical symptoms of withdrawal were reduced.
https://thenewdaily.com.au/life/science/2019/05/06/alcoholism-cure-flip-of-a-switch/
POL ROGER TO USE ROBOT TO REACH CENTURY-OLD BURIED CHAMPAGNE
The Champagne became sealed off in an underground cellar in February 1900, when, after heavy rains, Pol Roger’s cellar on the Avenue de Champagne in Epernay caved in, bringing down both levels of its facility, and destroying as well as burying the equivalent of two million bottles of Champagne – barrels of wine were lost as well as bottles.
Top five best value-for-money brandies
Looking across multiple categories, from fruit brandies and pot still releases to blended expressions, a wide range of brandies were awarded the top accolades of Master and Gold medals for their quality.
https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2019/05/top-five-best-value-for-money-brandies/
New JD Cocktail
A new flavor of Jack Daniel’s Country Cocktails has hit the market. The new Southern Citrus is a blend of grapefruit and other citrus flavors, with a hint of the brand’s signature Tennessee Whiskey. There are seven other flavors in the RTD line-up, including Black Jack Cola, Cherry Limeade, Lynchburg Lemonade, and Downhome Punch. Six-packs of 10-ounce bottles are available nationwide for $8 each.
What are the Most Asked Questions in a Wine Shop?
A good wine store is defined by its staff as much as the inventory, and bottle-shop employees are among the most enthusiastic, valuable and underappreciated resources in wine. Feel free to introduce yourself, and don’t be shy—they’ve been asked everything in the book.
https://www.winemag.com/2019/05/07/wine-shop-questions/
Another Attempt to Let USPS Ship Alcohol
In 2016, California was America’s top destination for the direct shipment of wine, yet consumers and manufacturers are prohibited from using the U.S. Postal Service to ship or deliver these everyday products,
https://www.fedsmith.com/2019/05/07/another-attempt-let-usps-ship-alcohol/
Bota Box Introduces Premium Bag-In-Box Nighthawk Gold Buttery Chardonnay
Nighthawk Gold continues the momentum of buttery Chardonnays, which are currently trending in the 750ml category, up +48 percent1 and driving total growth for the varietal.
https://www.winebusiness.com/newreleases/?go=getArticle&dataId=213679
Alcohol use soaring worldwide: The average adult now consumes about 1.7 gallons of pure alcohol per year
Global alcohol use continues to rise, a new study reports, and is expected to keep growing in the years ahead.
https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2019/05/07/alcohol-use-rising-around-world/1128705001/
Why online systems for recommending wine seem not to work very well
Most wine is sold, not bought. This post looks at how this happens in the modern world.
http://winegourd.blogspot.com/2019/05/why-online-systems-for-recommending.html
Why Brown Spirits Is A White-Hot Market
Bottles from cult and “ghost” distilleries have crept into the public imagination, places like Japan produce highly coveted super-premium product, small-batch domestic distilleries are making news big time, and there’s a renewed interest in Cognac, the drink of kings.
For the first time since the 1950s, MLB players can endorse beer
Active ballplayers were prohibited from appearing in beer ads or, more important in the view of some, from sharing substantially in the pot of lager-colored gold that big-league teams were reaping.
https://www.mercedsunstar.com/sports/mlb/article230155539.html#storylink=cpy
What kind of craft beer are you?
Take the quiz!
Archie Rose creates Vegemite-inspired spirit
Australian drinks producer Archie Rose Distilling has created a limited edition expression inspired by Vegemite, called ArchiMite Buttered Toast Spirit.
https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2019/05/archie-rose-creates-vegemite-inspired-spirit/
Decanting Times! A Handy Guide For Best Practices
Here are some tips and tricks for decanting different types of wines.
Why some red wines taste ‘dry’
Scientists have long linked the “dryness” sensation in wine to tannins, but how these molecules create their characteristic mouthfeel over time is not fully understood.
https://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2019-05/acs-wsr050819.php
Why you need to be cooking your pasta in red wine
Have you ever thought about cooking pasta with something other than plain old tap water? Maybe with something like red wine?
Nailing the Myth of Minerality
Minerality is perhaps the wine industry’s most overused, underwhelming, and misunderstood descriptors of them all.
https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2019/05/nailing-the-myth-of-minerality
Why Spanish Producers Are Seeking Burgundy-Style Classifications
With terroir top of mind, producers are campaigning for new hierarchy designations in regions like Rioja and Bierzo
https://daily.sevenfifty.com/why-spanish-producers-are-seeking-burgundy-style-classifications/
What You Need to Know About Prosecco DOC
While Prosecco is Italy’s most famous sparkling wine, not just any Italian sparkling can call itself Prosecco DOC.
The Differences Between Pot and Column Distilling
Learn the fundamentals of both styles here!
BOSTON BEER CO. AGREES TO MERGER WITH DOGFISH HEAD BREWING IN DEAL WORTH $300M
The acquisition, which is estimated to be worth $300 million, is the largest in Boston Beer’s history.
FRENCHMAN COMPLETES ATLANTIC CROSSING IN ‘WINE’ BARREL
As reported by The Times, Savin said he had become very attached to his vessel, which was modelled on a large wine barrel, and in no particular rush to return to civilisation.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/05/frenchman-completes-atlantic-crossing-in-wine-barrel/
“Harvest Season”
A timely and moving portrait of the Meixcan-American influence and California’s multibillion-dollar wine industry debuts Monday, May 13 at 10pm on Independent Lens.
https://www.winebusiness.com/news/?go=getArticle&dataId=213758
10 Tips for Champagne Service
There’s really only one way to do Champagne service correctly, and safety is the most important aspect.
https://napavalleywineacademy.com/tim-gaiser-ms-sommday-series-10-tips-for-champagne-service/
THE FASCINATION OF FIELD BLENDS
Field blends like this are rare, particularly in the New World, as control over picking according to optimal ripeness for each variety has become a mantra.
https://winemag.co.za/tim-james-the-fascination-of-field-blends/
Sweet Rules for Pairing Wine with Dessert
The combination has the ability to take dessert up a notch, bringing an air of sophistication as well as a fun tasting experience to the table.
https://www.chowhound.com/food-news/227417/wine-pairing-tips-for-dessert/
Aligoté is Making a Comeback
In its native Burgundy, this cross between Pinot Noir and Gouais Blanc grapes was prevalent before phylloxera struck in the late 19th century.
https://www.winemag.com/2019/05/10/aligote-comeback/
How to Build a Charcuterie Board Like a Pro
The word “charcuterie” comes from the French words chair, which means “meat” or “flesh,” and cuite, meaning “cooked.”
https://www.winemag.com/2019/05/11/charcuterie-guide/
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The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW) 05-17-19
May 17, 2019
Liquor Industry News 05-13-19
May 13, 2019
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By: Mark C Lenzi
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05-13-2019
Liquor Industry Week In Review
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New Products
How Important Is a Wine’s Integrity?
A Scientist Explains Dry-Hopped Beer’s Juicy Secret
TTB’s Take on Alcohol Beverages Infused with Cannabidiol
The 5 best questions to ask on a brewery tour
What can you do to get the most out of a brewery tour?
https://thetakeout.com/5-best-questions-to-ask-on-beer-brewery-tour-1834335490
Wine drinkers don’t cheat much
A survey of Americans with different alcoholic beverage preferences to determine their cheating habits, academically and romantically.
https://www.therealreview.com/2019/04/29/wine-drinkers-dont-cheat-much/
Can people have a reaction to histamine in red wine?
Histamine is present in cheese, fish, meat, yeast products, vegetables and wine. It is known to be vasoactive, which means it constricts the blood vessels.
100-year-old woman reveals that drinking loads of wine is the secret to living longer
Florence Bearse recently celebrated her 100th birthday in Maine, New York, and when asked what her secret was to reaching the century milestone was, her response was enough to put smiles on the face of merlot drinkers everywhere.
We Need More Truthful Advertising in the Wine Industry
I see far too many industrial brands calling themselves “artisanal”, “family-owned” or claiming their wines are “hand-crafted” when they are anything but.
https://foodandwineaesthetics.com/2019/04/29/we-need-more-truthful-advertising-in-the-wine-industry/
Could you be a Sommelier?
Take the quiz
https://californiawineryadvisor.com/could-you-be-a-sommelier-v2/
BROWN LIQUOR 101
What’s the difference between bourbon, scotch, and rye?
https://giadzy.com/food/brown-liquor-101/
The Differences Between Ginger Ale and Ginger Beer, Explained
Though their names are almost identical, ginger beer and ginger ale are, in fact, two different drinks
Is Conor McGregor’s Whiskey to Blame for Jameson Sales Slump?
Proper No. Twelve accounted for just 4 percent of Irish whiskey sales in the U.S.
New Corona
Constellation Brands is rolling out its Corona Refresca flavored malt beverage label nationally. The 4.5% abv range includes Passionfruit Lime, Guava Lime, and Coconut Lime flavors, which each have 199 calories a 12-ounce serving. Passionfruit Lime and Guava Lime are available in 6-packs of cans retailing at $10, while a 12-pack featuring all three flavors will retail at $17. The national launch is being backed by national TV spots, digital, out-of-home, and social media initiatives. Last year, the Refresca line reached 59,000 cases, according to Impact Databank. Corona continues to drive growth within Constellation’s beer business, with the brand family’s total volume crossing 150 million (2.25-gallon) cases in the company’s fiscal year through February.
How Does Your Love of Wine Contribute to Climate Change?
Do wine consumers have a role in encouraging producers to take stronger steps to combat climate change? Some in the wine industry think they do, particularly by throwing their economic support to companies that are already acting decisively.
https://www.nytimes.com/2019/04/30/dining/drinks/wine-climate-change.html
These Luxe Wine Carafes Will Totally Change How You Drink Wine
These wine carafes will bring out every note of your pinot noir — and look good doing it. (And they start at just $22!)
https://www.bravotv.com/home-design/best-luxe-wine-carafes-decanters-shop
Why Drinking Red Wine May Save You From That Sore Throat
Could alcohol be a useful agent to treat tummy bugs and throat infections?
https://www.inverse.com/article/55367-alcohol-wine-kill-off-bacteria-throat-gut-infections
Amazon Ramps up Wine Sales
This year, US retailers have announced that 5994 stores will close. That number already exceeds last year’s total of 5864 closure announcements, according to a recent report from Coresight.
https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2019/04/amazon-ramps-up-wine-sales
Beginner Wine Mistakes & Myths, Debunked by Sommeliers
Even if you’ve been drinking wine for a while, chances are you’ve fallen for some of wine’s myths, or found yourself making some mistakes once or twice.
https://www.brit.co/wine-for-beginners/
Oregon discovering the value of Gamay
Pinot Noir and Pinot Gris certainly dominate Oregon production (with 59% and 15%, respectively, of the total harvest), yet industry attention is extending to other varieties.
https://www.winebusiness.com/news/?go=getArticle&dataId=212958
US ALCOHOL SALES GROWING FASTER IN HOTELS THAN WIDER ON-TRADE
The new Nielsen CGA Hotel Report, which measures consumer drinking habits in around 5,000 hotels in the US, showed that although 46% of American adults would drink beer during a regular drinking occasion this figures rose to 52% when they were at a hotel, with wine also showing a marginal uplift of 35%, compared to 34%.
New Mexico’s Deep Winemaking History
Grapes here benefit from some of the highest elevations in the country, sometimes above 6,000 feet.
https://www.winemag.com/2019/04/29/new-mexicos-deep-winemaking-history/
Who Moved My Wine? The New Wine Buyers Who Play “Beat the Clock”
Which means that they play beat the clock when they come up again the wine wall.
https://wineeconomist.com/2019/04/30/supermarket/
Wine by the glass pitfalls
It is an issue with the way the wine is handled once the bottle is open.
https://www.therealreview.com/2019/04/30/wine-by-the-glass-pitfalls/
What’s the point of wine evangelism?
It’s one thing to try and engage people with wine, says Robert Joseph. But it’s quite another to think that everybody has an inner wine lover who just needs to be liberated.
https://www.drinks-today.com/wine/analysis/whats-point-wine-evangelism
WYAND NAMED ‘WINE PHOTOGRAPHER OF THE YEAR’
Did you know this existed?
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/05/wine-photograph-of-the-year-picked/
Organic beer hasn’t caught on — why?
Of the 7,000-plus breweries in the United States, just a handful — a dozen or so, near as I can tell — make only organic beer,
https://www.marinij.com/2019/04/30/organic-beer-hasnt-caught-on-why/
Beer Advocate Magazine Ends Print Run
The enthusiast publisher pulls the plug after 12 years in print.
https://www.foliomag.com/beer-advocate-ends-print-run/
What Did Steve Jobs Know About the Booze Business? A Lot!
Marketing a brand with the consumer first mentality will guarantee that you have an audience to sell to.
https://wineindustryadvisor.com/2019/04/30/what-steve-jobs-know-booze-business
What’s the point of wine evangelism?
It’s one thing to try and engage people with wine, says Robert Joseph. But it’s quite another to think that everybody has an inner wine lover who just needs to be liberated.
https://www.drinks-today.com/wine/analysis/whats-point-wine-evangelism
How Labels Sell Wines
Whether consumer or trade, when it comes to making a wine sale, aesthetics go a long way.
https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2019/05/how-labels-sell-wines
French Game of Thrones superfan develops his own Lannister wine
Rarely does an episode pass without one of the characters caught up in the savage struggle for the Iron Throne sipping a goblet or three, with Tyrion Lannister a particular fan of the vintage from the southern kingdom of Dorne.
https://www.thelocal.fr/20190430/french-game-of-thrones-superfan-develops
Proudly Vegan Launches Range of 100% Vegan Wines in the USA
600-percent increase in the number of vegans in the U.S.A in the last 3 years and that 39% of Americans are trying to eat more plant-based foods.
https://www.winebusiness.com/newreleases/?go=getArticle&dataId=213225
Champagne earns GI status in Cambodia
The protection on French products in Cambodia is an important matter for French businesses. Today, Champagne becomes the first foreign product to be listed as a GI product in Cambodia,”
https://www.khmertimeskh.com/50599383/champagne-earns-gi-status-in-cambodia/
Olfactory age matter of taste
The way we perceive taste starts to change by the age of 60 – when the sensitivity of our sense of smell also starts to diminish – becoming severe from the age of 70.
https://www.odt.co.nz/lifestyle/food-wine/news-features/olfactory-age-matter-taste
Ripping the Label off Wine Labels
What Does Greater Transparency in Wine Labeling Mean for the Industry and Consumers? Wine Business Leaders From All Sides Weigh In.
https://devinparr.com/2019/04/30/ripping-the-label-off-wine-labels/
Five Reasons Why Cabernet Sauvignon Loves French Oak
So, who is the king’s favorite mate when it comes time for his essential 12-plus months of beauty rest?
https://www.winemag.com/2019/05/01/five-reasons-why-cabernet-sauvignon-loves-french-oak/
The Surprisingly Short History of Single-Malt Scotch
Up until the 1960s, “the fortunes of Scotland’s commercial whisky industry was based entirely on blended Scotch,”
Monks launch legal fight to protect water purity of Trappist beer
Belgian brothers fear Lhoist lime quarrying will threaten production of brew
Know A Wine Just By Looking At The Color
There are some fascinating insights you can gain just by looking at the color of red wine.
THE STORIES BEHIND ORIN SWIFT’S QUIRKIEST WINE LABELS
After working a harvest at Robert Mondavi and planting experimental blocks of Zinfandel in Arizona, in 1997 Phinney began developing his debut wine brand, The Prisoner, a blend of California Zinfandel, Cabernet and Petite Sirah that rocketed to success shortly after it launched.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/05/the-stories-behind-orin-swifts-quirkiest-wine-labels/
HOUSE OF SAKA LAUNCHES CANNABIS-INFUSED SPARKLING ‘WINE’
The sparkling brut and still rosé wines, from Napa Valley, California, are blended mixed with both THC (the psychoactive component of the plant) and cannabidiol (CBD), derived from “organic craft cannabis.”
When Wine and Sauce Labels Were Glorious Works of Art
The wealthy once labeled their ketchup, soy sauce, and champagne with style.
https://www.atlasobscura.com/articles/silver-wine-labels
France’s deliciously incestuous relationship between wine and medicine,
People from all over France came to the hospital to receive ‘wine treatments’, which were exactly what they sound like: up to two bottles a day of wine to treat various ailments.
http://www.bbc.com/travel/story/20190501-frances-fascinating-wine-treatment
What’s a Super Tuscan and is the Term Still Relevant?
Super Tuscans arrived decades ago. It was a category born of frustration with Italy’s traditional wine production rules.
https://www.winemag.com/2019/05/01/what-is-super-tuscan-is-term-still-relevant/
TTB’s Take on Alcohol Beverages Infused with Cannabidiol
The hot topic of alcohol beverages (especially beer) infused with hemp-derived ingredients–with cannabidiol (CBD) as the clear focus of industry interest.
https://www.alcohollawadvisor.com/2019/04/ttbs-take-on-alcohol-beverages-infused-with-cannabidiol/
The Science Behind Your Cheap Wine
How advances in bottling, fermenting and taste-testing are democratizing a once-opaque liquid
Jackson Family Wines CEO calls for protections against imports
Saying he believes foreign wine imports could exceed the number of U.S. brands sold in America by 2050, Jackson Family Wines CEO Rick Tigner on Wednesday called for a reciprocal tax to ensure fair trade, not free trade.
Cahors: A French wine region seeks to regain malbec crown
Malbec is so closely associated with Argentina that some wine drinkers may think the South American country is the grape’s historic home.
http://lauriedanielonwine.com/2019/05/01/cahors-a-french-wine-region-seeks-to-regain-malbec-crown/
Six-figures on booze? People actually spend a surprising amount on alcohol!
More proof that millennials are beer snobs
Americans spend $60 a month on craft beer, according to a new survey — more than the average cost of a cell phone bill
https://www.marketwatch.com/story/more-proof-that-millennials-are-beer-snobs-2019-05-02
A Scientist Explains Dry-Hopped Beer’s Juicy Secret
For those not currently arguing about its benefits on Reddit, “dry-hopping” is a term used to describe the practice of adding hops to a beer-in-progress during or after fermentation.
https://vinepair.com/articles/dry-hopped-beer-science/
The Science of Enzymes in Winemaking
Understanding enzyme use in winemaking can shed light on the nature of grapes and wine development
New Smirnoff
Diageo has expanded Smirnoff’s line of flavored vodkas with Smirnoff Zero Sugar Infusions. The 30% abv extension comes in three flavors—Cucumber & Lime, Watermelon & Mint, and Strawberry & Rose—each with 72 calories per 1.5-ounce serving. The release is supported by ads featuring Ted Danson and Cecily Strong, which are currently on YouTube and will air on national TV in June. Smirnoff Zero Sugar Infusions are now rolling out across the U.S. for a suggested price of $12 a 750-ml. Last year, Smirnoff slipped 1% to 9.1 million cases in the U.S., according to Impact Databank.
High Noon
E.&J. Gallo Winery has launched High Noon, a new hard seltzer brand made with vodka and fruit juice. The 4.5% abv seltzers are available in watermelon, black cherry, grapefruit, and pineapple flavors and all contain 100 calories per 12-ounce can. To support the brand, Gallo has invested in TV, out-of-home, and digital activations. The gluten-free drinks are currently distributed in 32 states across the U.S. for $2.50 for a single can and $10 for a 4-pack of 12-ounce cans.
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WHICH FRENCH WINE REGION IS RIGHT FOR YOU?
DEPENDING UPON YOUR PREFERRED TYPE OF WINE EXPERIENCE, TRAVELERS CAN CHOOSE AMONG THE MOST ICONIC WINE REGIONS FRANCE HAS TO OFFER.
https://www.newsweek.com/french-wine-regions-1394983
How Important Is a Wine’s Integrity?
So why do wineries use additives?
https://www.winemag.com/2019/05/02/how-important-wine-integrity/
Private label emerges in the US
US retailers have yet to adopt private label in the high-quality way of their European peers. But, as Jeff Siegel reports, that may be about to change.
https://www.drinks-today.com/wine/power-lists/private-label-emerges-us
Meet Wine’s Worst Enemy, Phylloxera
Starting around 1860, a tiny yellow louse called phylloxera (pronounced fi-lok-SUH-ruh) decimated Europe’s vineyards, brought to the continent unknowingly by Victorian-era botanists through American native vines.
https://www.winemag.com/2019/05/02/wines-worst-enemy-phylloxera/
What happens to the fruit used in wine?
Typical wine is created by crushing and fermenting grapes, of course, but wine can be made from just about any fruit.
https://www.concordmonitor.com/Happy-hour-on-the-farm-25245826
Do you pour from a wine bottle for what’s in it — or what’s behind it?
How do you choose a wine? Whether it tastes good and how much it costs are the basic criteria of any wine purchase. Beyond that, how do you whittle down the choices to decide which wine to pluck from the shelf and place in your cart?
Wine Drinking Should Be Pointless: Why It’s Time to Stop Scoring Wine
A single number never defines the full story.
https://robbreport.com/food-drink/wine/its-time-to-stop-scoring-wines-2849286/
The Best Wine Aerators
If you’re on the hunt for a wine aerator, you know that these little gadgets can seriously improve the quality of your wine.
https://www.elitedaily.com/p/the-best-wine-aerators-17292751
Hibiscus Sangria (Sangria de Jamaica)
In Mexico and Central America, flor de jamaica refers to a species of hibiscus used to make a striking ruby-colored infusion with a rich citrus flavor.
https://www.winemag.com/recipe/hibiscus-sangria-de-jamaica/
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This Weeks Highlights:
New Products
How Does Oak Affect the Flavor of Wine?
Alcohol Sales Dropped 15% In States With Medical Marijuana Laws
6 Descriptors Beer Professionals Avoid
How The Prisoner Went From Outsider Wine to $285 Million National Phenomenon
Prisoner creator Dave Phinney was famously given a print of the creepy Francisco de Goya etching that appears on the bottle as a gift from his parents at age 12.
New Bud
A-B InBev has introduced its new Budweiser Discovery Reserve American Red Lager, a limited edition beer that celebrates the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 lunar landing. Brewed with Voyager barley malt, the beer was inspired by an archival recipe for Budweiser from the Apollo 11 era. The bottle features 11 stars to represent the historic Apollo 11 mission and two different bottle caps recalling the Moon and pointing toward Mars as a future destination. Discovery Reserve is part of Budweiser’s Reserve Collection, and follows Reserve Copper Lager and Freedom Reserve. It will be available through September.
Get your wine on with Carivino
Carivino is a portable, steel, insulated, full-sized 750ml wine bottle.
https://the-gadgeteer.com/2019/04/22/get-your-wine-on-with-carivino/
The One Accessory Red Wine Lovers Can’t Live Without
Equipped with a high sensitive air pressure and sensor detection system, it senses the air pressure inside the wine bottle, automatically removes the air and then creates a vacuum environment that keeps your wine tasting fresh and full of flavor.
http://www.thatsmags.com/shanghai/post/27637/griser-red-wine-vacuum-preserver
Organic Wine vs. Sustainable Wine
With the market trending so considerably, it’s time to take a closer look at sustainable and organic viticulture to see what’s similar and what’s different:
https://www.tastingpanelmag.com/organic-wine-vs-sustainable-wine/
Why blend? Exploring the art and science of blending
Whether your favourite drink is tea or coffee, champagne or Scotch whisky, you may be surprised to learn that what you’re drinking is probably a blend.
https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-47980485
HOW DOES A CASK’S BACKGROUND IMPACT WHISKY?
Word on the street is that the second big player in whisky wood is the Sherry cask, made of Spanish oak and turned sweet and tasty on the inside by the official wine of tapas
7 Things You Should Know About Four Roses Bourbon
At the end of the 1950s, in a perplexing move, Seagram’s discontinued Four Roses bourbon in the U.S. Though still available in European and Asian markets, the bourbon didn’t return to American liquor stores until 2002.
Understanding All the Flavors and Aromas in Gin (Flavor Wheel)
Here to help you dissect all the nuanced notes in your glass
The newest trend in athletic recovery? Drinking beer
These ‘wellness beer’ makers believe a pint can improve your physical fitness
Jim Beam launches educational programme for distillers
Bourbon brand Jim Beam has donated US$5 million to the University of Kentucky to create an educational programme for distillers, called the James B Beam Institute for Kentucky Spirits.
https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2019/04/jim-beam-launches-educational-programme-for-distillers/
LODI HAS BECOME ‘A HOTBED FOR EXPERIMENTATION’
While Napa and Sonoma steal most of the limelight, Lodi in California has become “a hotbed for experimentation”, according to one key player in the region.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/04/lodi-has-become-a-hotbed-for-experimentation/
The Benefits of Using a Wine Rack
A wine rack will help the enthusiast adhere to the best practices of wine storage.
https://www.fb101.com/2019/04/the-benefits-of-using-a-wine-rack/
Three Great Reasons To Drink Wines Made With Organic Grapes
They look and taste the same as conventional wines, but they’re better for the earth (and us)!
https://winefolly.com/tutorial/3-great-reasons-to-drink-wines-made-with-organic-grapes/
Survey: Tequila drinkers more likely to cheat
The survey, which polled whiskey, Tequila, wine and beer drinkers, found that 81% of Tequila imbibers admit to cheating in a relationship. The survey also found that 34% of whiskey drinkers say they have done the same.
https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2019/04/survey-us-tequila-drinkers-more-likely-to-cheat/
The Macallan: a brand history
The Macallan is almost a victim of its own success, with fans complaining about being unable to get their hands on the coveted whisky. But, as The Spirits Business reports, the company has invested in production capacity to keep up with demand.
https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2019/04/the-macallan-a-brand-history/
Prosecco classifications
The Prosecco DOC production area covers the northeast Italian territories of Treviso, Venice, Vicenza, Padua and Belluno in the Veneto; and Gorizia, Pordenone, Trieste and Udine in Friuli Venezia Giulia.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/04/five-stunning-proseccos-from-under-10-to-over-40/7/
The 10 Most Popular Moscato Wine Brands In the World
Made from the Muscat family of grapes, Moscato (known as Moscatel in Spain) has a flavor profile that ranges all over the spectrum, from bone dry to syrupy sweet.
U.S.―Top Ten Premium-Plus Imported Table Wine Brands
5 easy tricks to avoid looking stupid when ordering wine in public — while still getting exactly what you like
What makes wine exciting and sometimes intimidating is the phenomenal variety of it that exists.
https://www.businessinsider.com/tricks-to-avoid-looking-stupid-when-ordering-wine-in-public-2019-4
The Pros & Cons of Different Wine Closures
As the saying goes, you shouldn’t judge a book by its cover. But should you judge a wine by its closure?
https://www.winemag.com/2019/04/23/wine-closures-pros-cons/
Everything You Need to Know About Syrah/Shiraz
Though the spiritual homeland of this red grape is France, Syrah has been planted throughout the world to great success.
https://www.winemag.com/2019/04/23/everything-you-need-to-know-about-syrah-shiraz/
10 DIY Wine Racks to Store Your Bottles in Style
A little know-how and good taste make for wine storage that ages well.
https://www.countryliving.com/diy-crafts/g27149672/diy-wine-rack-ideas/
What’s in a wine label?
Often our first impressions of a bottle, here’s how they are fashioned
http://www.theflorentine.net/art-culture/2019/04/whats-wine-label/
5 WINE GADGETS ACTUALLY WORTH INVESTING IN, ACCORDING TO A SOMMELIER
As one of the most universally consumed beverages, there are a lot of gadgets on the market promising to make wine-drinking a more pleasurable experience.
The Case for Marsala
Cook with it, drink it — just don’t disregard the fortified Sicilian wine, whose name has been sullied by supermarket knockoffs.
https://www.nytimes.com/2019/04/23/dining/marsala-wine.html
What You Need to Know About Chile’s New DOs
These four new appellations reflect the country’s growing focus on defined terroirs
https://daily.sevenfifty.com/what-you-need-to-know-about-chiles-new-dos/
Why scientists are studying sommeliers’ brains
Fresh research has looked at how young sommeliers develop sensory skills as part of ongoing efforts to understand potential links between an acute sense of smell and brain health.
https://www.decanter.com/wine-news/sommelier-brain-science-study-412803/
How Aroma Bit Can Help You Visualize Smell
This new technology is based on the Odor Imaging Sensor that works the same way your nose functions.
Extended Maceration
THIS CENTURIES’ OLD TECHNIQUE ADDS DEEP COLORS, FLAVORS AND TEXTURE FROM THE GRAPES THEMSELVES
https://www.alcoholprofessor.com/blog-posts/wine-school-extended-maceration
Only 27% of consumers have purchased wine online,
But here’s some ways to increase that number
Beam Suntory relaunches website with nutritional info
The corporate website, beamsuntory.com, now offers nutritional information on brands such as Jim Beam Bourbon, Maker’s Mark Bourbon, Yamazaki Japanese whisky and Courvoisier Cognac. The information is linked to drinksmart.com, the firm’s global platform for responsible drinking.
https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2019/04/beam-suntory-relaunches-website-with-nutritional-info/
What to Watch for in the World of Wine
Takeaways from North America’s top international wine and spirits exhibition
https://www.theepochtimes.com/what-to-watch-for-in-the-world-of-wine_2881569.html
Collecting Wine and Spirits Is Pointless
There’s a common belief that if you consider yourself a wine lover, you are under some sort of moral imperative to start a wine collection.
https://vinepair.com/articles/collecting-wine-and-spirits-is-pointless/
Wine is flowing at furniture stores, book clubs — even at work. But is it good for you?
Wine is a popular alcohol choice with American consumers, particularly women who make up about 60 percent of wine sales, according to the Wine Market Council.
https://www.sun-sentinel.com/health/fl-ne-wine-health-20190424-story.html
Is High-End Rosé Really Worth the Money?
Does any rosé merit more than $50?
https://www.winemag.com/2019/04/24/high-end-rose-worth-the-money/
Spanish Wine’s Identity Crisis
The fractious politics in the Spanish wine industry is causing confusion for producers and consumers.
https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2019/04/spanish-wines-identity-crisis
Move Over Easter Bunny: There’s A Cork Hunt At Belden Barns Winery In Sonoma
Of course, this is only compelling for parents if two criteria are met: the kids have something to do, and the wines are excellent (not necessarily in the order, though maybe).
Understanding the Premium Proseccos of Cartizze
What you need to know about the grapes, terroir, and winemaking techniques that create the area’s top-tier sparklers
https://daily.sevenfifty.com/understanding-the-premium-proseccos-of-cartizze/
How Much Do People Spend On Alcohol? An Analysis Shows How Much People In U.S. Cities Spend Over A Lifetime
Recently, Alcohol.org, an alcohol use disorder resource, looked at how much people spend on alcohol over the course of a year — and over the course of a lifetime. The results might just make your bank balance wince.
How the modern Champagne bottle was created
There was a time when cellarmasters wore iron masks, to save their faces from exploding glass bottles. And then, an enterprising German changed everything.
https://www.drinks-today.com/wine/general/how-modern-champagne-bottle-was-created
Skyy taps into coffee trend with new flavored vodka
Available in the US, Skyy Infusions Cold Brew Coffee has been infused with Arabica coffee beans, giving the vodka a “mild, sweet and less bitter coffee taste”.
https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2019/04/skyy-taps-into-coffee-trend-with-new-flavoured-vodka/
Narragansett Beer Releases Del’s Watermelon Shandy
Summertime is around the corner and the living is shandy! Narragansett Beer and Del’s Frozen Lemonade are teaming up once again to release the new Del’s Watermelon Shandy,
https://www.brewbound.com/news/narragansett-beer-releases-dels-watermelon-shandy
Beer or wine? Magic Hat hopes that millennials say both
The most influential generation of drinkers is shaking up old drink categories, pressuring brewers to come up with new flavors and tastes, such as DuVine, a beer/wine hybrid.
https://www.fastcompany.com/90339453/beer-or-wine-magic-hat-hopes-that-millennials-say-both
TOTAL WINES FIGHTS TO EXPAND INTO NEW YORK
US retailer Total Wines & More will fight to expand its footprint in New York through the state’s Supreme Court next month, after the New York State Liquor Authority refused to allow it to open a second site, in Westchester.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/04/total-wines-fights-to-expand-into-new-york/
New Bud Light
Bud Light will add a new Lemon Tea line extension for the summer, launching on Monday. Brewed with lemon peels and aged over black tea leaves, the 4.2% abv ale joins Bud Light Lime and Orange in AB InBev’s seasonal portfolio. Billed as a light and sessionable brew, the beer is debuting in 12-packs of slim cans, in addition to 6- and 12-packs of bottles. The cans and bottles will be labeled with ingredients and serving facts, as well as icons advertising that it was made without corn syrup—in a nod to Bud Light parent company AB InBev’s ongoing feud with MillerCoors
The Best Gifts for Beer Lovers
They deserve something more creative than your standard six-pack.
https://www.townandcountrymag.com/leisure/drinks/g27244263/gifts-for-beer-lovers/
The science behind why chocolate and beer make such a good combo – for real
Beer and chocolate? Together? Are you serious? Absolutely. Why? Well, I’m glad you asked.
https://www.food24.com/Drinks/Beer/why-beer-and-chocolate-work-so-well-together-20190426
What You Need to Know About Armenian Wines
High-profile winemakers aren’t the only ones who’ve discovered the country’s wines—here’s what to try
6 Descriptors Beer Professionals Avoid
Hoppy, light, and funky are among the vague terms beer purveyors swap out to help customers find desired flavors and styles
The best affordable liquor, according to experts
Whether you’re trying to set up a bar in your home, make your favorite cocktail more affordable, or find a cheap but nice gift for a friend or family member, knowing which bottles of liquor you can buy without breaking the bank is good information to have.
https://www.thisisinsider.com/affordable-liquor-according-to-experts-2019-4
Officials warn public of exploding wine bottles from Eldon winery
Some bottles of wine from an Eldon winery are at risk of exploding, Missouri safety officials say.
Wine-infused buttercream cupcakes
This sweet treat will be sure to impress at your next party!
https://wtvr.com/2019/04/25/wine-infused-buttercream-cupcakes/
Is “pay to play” wrecking wine criticism?
Pay to play journalism,” where wine, beer, and spirits and writers take samples, free trips, free meals, and who knows what else – and then write exactly what will make the producer happy.
https://www.winecurmudgeon.com/is-pay-to-play-wrecking-wine-criticism/
‘End of an era’: Sonoma’s Ravenswood tasting room to close
Constellation retained Ravenswood’s 12-acre eastside property and its tasting room. And earlier this month, employees of the tasting room say they were informed that they are being let go as of May 15.
https://www.sonomanews.com/business/9535497-181/end-of-an-era-sonomas
Alcohol Sales Dropped 15% In States With Medical Marijuana Laws
A joint study by researchers at two U.S. universities and one in South America claims a reduction in the U.S.’s overall alcohol consumption appears directly related to the rise of medical marijuana laws
The ‘What’s this?’ scenario
These are episodes where some smart-alecky self-proclaimed wine “expert” hands me a glass of a wine and, trying not to sound arrogant (as if!), asks me to identify it.
Cellar Palate Fatigue
what happens when a wine producer becomes too acclimatised to their own wines or those of their neighbors
https://spitbucket.net/2019/04/25/cellar-palate-fatigue/
What is an AVA and how does it affect the wine you drink?
California, which had its first American Viticultural Area designated by the federal government in 1981, now has 107 of them.
https://www.ocregister.com/2019/04/26/what-is-an-ava-and-how-does-it-affect-the-wine-you-drink/
Hot trends in wine: Understanding Rose’
There are so many different trends in wine, and types to choose from on the liquor store shelves the trusty Rose’ can get lost in the shuffle
All the Styles of Port Wine, Explained
Whether or not a trip to Portugal is your future, you’ve probably heard of port, the country’s signature fortified wine.
https://vinepair.com/articles/port-wine-guide-red-white/
These features could boost your home’s sale price by over 30%
Real-estate experts reveal the premium amenities that appeal most to home buyers
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How Does Oak Affect the Flavor of Wine?
Since the Roman times, the use of oak in winemaking has been exercised. Originally thought of as storage vessels, winemakers discovered that the porous properties of the wood allowed an amount of oxygenation and evaporation of the wine to occur
http://www.grape-experiences.com/2019/04/how-does-oak-affect-flavor-wine/
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