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The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW) 11-18-19
November 18, 2019
Liquor Industry News 11-18-19
November 18, 2019
Liquor Industry News
The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)
By: Mark C Lenzi
CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, IWS*
11-18-2019
Liquor Industry Week In Review
The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)
This Weeks Highlights:
New Products
The Ultimate Food and Wine Pairing Guide for the Holidays
25 Gift Ideas for Beer Lovers
How the US-EU tariffs will affect spirits producers
How and When to Pay Attention to Wine Vintages
Growing conditions may be “nasty” or “challenging,” but that doesn’t mean the resulting wines are inherently poor.
a lot of wine bottles put in crates for classified to display in a wine retail shop
https://fortune.com/longform/wine-vintages-guide/
Holiday Tips
Pairing tips for the holiday season
https://www.raleys.com/be-inspired/holiday-tips-from-our-wine-legend/
The Six Cocktails You Need to Know to Understand All Cocktails Ever
To be an expert bartender you only need to know six classic cocktails.
Kentucky Now Has More Barrels of Bourbon Than People
Hard to believe, especially with Kentucky’s last census estimating there are 4.5 million people living in the state.
YELLOW TAIL LAUNCHES LOWER ABV WINE RANGE
The Yellow Tail Pure Bright range has launched in the UK with a Pinot Grigio,
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/11/yellow-tail-launches-lower-abv-wine-range/
Is Wine Drunk Different From Beer Drunk Or Liquor Drunk?
The active ingredient, whether it’s beer, wine or spirits, is the same.
https://www.bustle.com/p/is-wine-drunk-different-from-beer-drunk-liquor-drunk-19271170
11 Snobby Myths About Wine
For those of you who still consider these sins unforgivable, it’s time to rethink the “rules” of wine consumption.
https://www.mentalfloss.com/article/68828/11-snobby-myths-about-wine
These Machines Can Put You in Jail. Don’t Trust Them.
The devices, found in virtually every police station in the U.S., generate skewed results with alarming frequency, even though they are marketed as precise to the third decimal place.
https://m.sfgate.com/business/article/These-Machines-Can-Put-You-in-Jail-Don-t-Trust-14806232.php
A French space startup is launching wine into orbit
But what can we learn about wine in space?
https://qz.com/1656636/a-french-start-up-is-sending-wine-to-space/
56 Best Wine Books of All Time
As featured on CNN, Forbes and Inc – BookAuthority identifies and rates the best books in the world, based on public mentions, recommendations, ratings and sentiment.
https://bookauthority.org/books/best-wine-books
ASBESTOS IN WINE?
Asbestos was commonly used in the beverage industry from the early 1900’s until, at least, the late 1980’s to filter water, juice, soft drinks, beer, and WINE! (Emphasis on was).
https://winespeed.com/blog/2019/11/truly-hard-to-swallow-asbestos-in-wine/
The Business of Botanicals: How Your Favorite Gins Get Their Flavor
Without botanicals, gin would ostensibly be vodka
How the US-EU tariffs will affect spirits producers
In response to the new measure relating to Airbus, 15 alcohol trade groups sent a letter to the US administration and European Commission calling for an urgent end to the 25% tariffs on EU goods.
https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2019/11/how-the-us-eu-tariffs-will-impact-spirits-producers/
California’s Top 10 Collectible Wines
Discover the state’s top 10 blue-chip bottles, ranked by the average rate of their six-year appreciation.
https://www.winemag.com/2019/11/04/californias-top-10-collectible-wines/
Wine In Moderation Launches Major Rebranding
Wine in Moderation will continue to support wine professionals to inspire a sustainable culture of wine. With sound scientific evidence and responsible service training professionals will be provided knowledge, skills and tools, to help them understand the benefits of moderate consumption and risks associated with alcohol abuse.
https://www.winebusiness.com/news/?go=getArticle&dataId=221974
Tasting is a relationship
One thing that we must always remember about wine tasting is that we are not acting as measuring devices.
https://wineanorak.com/2019/11/05/tasting-is-a-relationship/
Craft Malt Is About To Change Craft Beer. Are You Ready?
Malt freshly out of the kiln has aroma and flavor that can’t be duplicated by malt that’s generally at least a year old by the time you get it
DIAGEO LAUNCHES FINAL GAME OF THRONES SINGLE MALT WHISKY
Diageo has released the last whisky in its series of spirits inspired by HBO series Game of Thrones.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/11/diageo-launches-final-game-of-thrones-single-malt-whisky/
MARLBOROUGH TRADEMARKS NEW APPELLATION INTERNATIONALLY
Marlborough winemakers have trademarked the new Appellation Marlborough Wine (AMW) certificate in key international markets in a bid to protect Marlborough’s reputation in global markets.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/11/marlborough-trademarks-new-appellation-internationally/
WHAT DOES “HANDMADE” OR “HANDCRAFTED” ON A LIQUOR BOTTLE MEAN?
Absolutely nothing. That’s right.
5 Facts That May Surprise You About Cakebread Cellars
Cakebread Cellars has long been celebrated as a classic and pioneering Napa Valley producer, but there’s more to the winery than the renowned Chardonnays and Cabernet Sauvignons that its reputation has been built on.
How Stalin and the Soviet Union Created a Champagne for the Working Class
In 1936, the Party suddenly switched from denouncing bubbly to mass producing it.
https://www.atlasobscura.com/articles/champagne-in-soviet-union
This is the most popular wine in America
For most Americans, the varietal isn’t the most important thing when it comes to choosing wine.
https://today.yougov.com/topics/food/articles-reports/2019/11/05/most-popular-best-wine-poll-survey
How Anyone Can Become a Sommelier
Many of the same tricks and tips that pros use can help you on your journey, and not all involve expensive wine classes.
https://www.winemag.com/2019/11/05/sommelier-school-tips/
Wine corks vs. screw caps: Which one is better?
Natural corks cause noticeable flavor problems in 2% to 5% of the bottles they seal.
https://www.inquirer.com/food/drink/corks-vs-screw-caps-new-zealand-australia-20191105.html
Get to Know Gamay Beyond Beaujolais Nouveau
For generations, Gamay Noir was synonymous with Beaujolais, the French region north of Lyon that sits between the Rhône and Burgundy.
https://www.winemag.com/2019/11/05/gamay-beyond-beaujolais-nouveau/
What Does Wine Made From Some Of The World’s Oldest Grapevines Taste Like?
The winery crafts only three red wines, all from a local strand of Tempranillo called Tinta de Toro
25 Gift Ideas for Beer Lovers
Buying a gift for the beer lover in your life isn’t quiet as intimidating as you may think.
https://www.menshealth.com/nutrition/a19539268/22-gift-ideas-for-beer-lovers/
CAVA DO SHIFTS TO ORGANIC RULES
Reserva Cava wines will have to be organic under new production rules proposed by the Cava DO.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/11/cava-do-shifts-to-organic-rules/
WHAT CAN MCDONALD’S TEACH THE WINE INDUSTRY?
With its global reach, marketing might and proven track record of innovation could burger chain superpower McDonald’s have any lessons for the wine trade?
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2019/11/what-can-mcdonalds-teach-the-wine-industry/
The Wine Grape Family Vine [INFOGRAPHIC]
If you love some varieties and abhor others you might be surprised to find out that nearly all of the wines we drink on a regular basis are closely related.
How the Wine Industry Is Reckoning With the Impending Effects of California Wildfires
For winemakers in California, a new reality is sinking in. It is the second October in three years in which fires have raged across Sonoma.
https://fortune.com/2019/11/06/california-wildfires-wine-industry-kincade-fire-sonoma/
We’ve gotten it all wrong about Lodi wine
There are excellent wines being made from Lodi grapes in Lodi by Lodi natives — and yet too often we exclude those wines from the conversation.
https://www.sfchronicle.com/wine/article/We-ve-gotten-it-all-wrong-about-Lodi-wine-14815044.php
Nizza DOCG: The New Quality Region for Barbera Wine?
Piedmont is a large region in Northwest Italy that can be translated to “foot of the mountain.” This refers to the Alps.
The Ultimate Food and Wine Pairing Guide for the Holidays
An easy to follow wine pairing guide broken down by wine type and which foods pair best with that wine! This is a must have for holiday entertaining!
https://www.joyfulhealthyeats.com/ultimate-food-and-wine-pairing-guide-for-holidays/
New Bud Light
Anheuser-Busch InBev has announced that it will launch Bud Light Hard Seltzer in the first quarter of next year, marking the brand’s entry into the burgeoning category. The 5% abv seltzers will come in at 100 calories, 2 grams of carbs, and less than 1 gram of sugar per 12-ounce serving. The initial launch will include four flavors—Black Cherry, Lemon Lime, Strawberry, and Mango—available in individual flavor 12-packs, a variety 12-pack, and in 25-ounce single cans. The company is debuting Bud Light Hard Seltzer amid a challenging period for macrobrews. For the first nine months of 2019, Anheuser-Busch InBev’s North America volume dropped by 2.4% to 82.6 million hectoliters, but revenues inched forward 0.7% to $11.9 billion.
New AVA Established in Connecticut
Eastern Connecticut Highlands AVA is Connecticut’s third approved wine region
https://www.winebusiness.com/news/?go=getArticle&dataId=221316
The Life of a Beer (Infographic)
The journey of a beer can be long and weary, and the quality depends on every step done right.
Like It Or Not, There’s A Good Chance Hard Seltzer Will Show Up At Your Home For The Holidays
Proving that alcoholic seltzer has staying power through cold-weather months, flavored malt beverages enjoyed their highest sales growth ever in October, and a full one-third of Millennials say they plan to serve spiked seltzer over the holidays.
7 CONSUMER DRINKS TRENDS TO WATCH IN 2020
Waitrose has released its annual food and drinks trends report for 2019, revealing some seismic shifts in the way we buy alcohol today.
Willamette Valley Wine Guide: Everything You Need to Know
Often deemed the Burgundy of the New World, the Willamette Valley shares a number of traits with the famous French wine zone.
https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/willamette-valley-wine-guide/
Why You Should *Never* Store a Bottle of Wine on Your Kitchen Counter
The worst place is probably on a rack in your kitchen next to the oven.
https://www.thekitchn.com/never-store-wine-in-the-kitchen-22957966
Quini Debuts Next Generation Wine Tasting App
Quini, the leader in consumer sensory data and technology solutions for the wine industry, today announced Quini 2.0, its next generation wine tasting and rating application.
WE LOVE QUINI!!
https://www.winebusiness.com/vendornews/?go=getVendorNewsArticle&dataid=222130
Economic Impact of
Massachusetts’
Wine & Spirits Distributors
The three-tier system efficiently moves America’s favorite alcoholic beverage products from producer to
consumer, connecting all corners of the country
See the MA Stats
https://www.wswa.org/data-and-impact/economic-database
HOW TO DRINK GOOD WINE ON A BUDGET
You just need to know what to look for.
http://coveteur.com/2019/11/09/how-to-drink-good-wine-on-budget/
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