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The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW) 01-19-21
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The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)
By: Mark C Lenzi
CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, IWS, SWS, OWE*
01-18-2021
Liquor Industry Week In Review
The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)
This Weeks Highlights:
New Products
How is Wine Made? The Step-by-Step Behind your Favorite Bottles
The Ultimate Guide to Aging Cocktails at Home
Truly Announces 4 Iced Tea Hard Seltzers
Why Boba Cocktails Are Trending
It’s no secret that flavors hailing from Thailand, Indonesia, and China have been shaking up the U.S. cocktail game.
SIX OF THE MOST MISUNDERSTOOD WINE TERMS
Understanding the basics can make wine commentary all the more valuable, and are a powerful tool in navigating the world of wine.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2021/01/six-of-the-most-misunderstood-wine-terms/
New Dietary Guidelines for Americans Ignore Recommendations on Sugar, Alcohol
The committee of 20 doctors and nutritionists from major U.S. academic centers also recommended that men’s daily alcohol intake be reduced from two drinks to one.
Does The Cost Of The Wine Make It Taste Better?
Price isn’t always a reliable barometer to determine what you’ll like.
https://southfloridareporter.com/does-the-cost-of-the-wine-make-it-taste-better/
Sugar-Free Champagne Just Got Serious
As climate change aids ripening in Champagne, sugar-free styles may finally come into their own.
https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2021/01/sugar-free-champagne-just-got-serious
PRESERVED ROMAN WINE BARRELS REVEAL ANCIENT COOPERS’ ART
The three barrels were discovered in 2008, along the right bank of the river Vesle which runs through Reims, as part of an archaeological excavation.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2021/01/preserved-roman-wine-barrels-reveal-ancient-coopers-art/
6 recipes to use up the bottle of wine you opened last night
Wine is as wonderful to cook with as it is to drink — and we have great recipes using both white and red kinds.
https://www.washingtonpost.com/food/2021/01/04/wine-recipes/
How to Break Out of Your Wine Rut and Become a More Adventurous Drinker
And when it comes to finding exciting alternatives to our most popular wines—varieties likely appealing based on what you already like—we have a few ideas.
https://robbreport.com/food-drink/wine/new-wine-varietals-drinking-guide-1234589656/
7 Cheers for Spanish Sparkling Wine You’ll Love
Recaredo is a small Spanish sparkling wine producer in Sant Sadurní d’Anoia. It is located in the Penedès region of northeastern Spain.
https://awinestory.com/spanish-sparkling-wine/
Mind & Body Wines Bring Balance With Fewer Calories And Less Alcohol
A new wine brand crafted with wellness in mind
Busch beer offers $1 off for each inch of snowfall per state
Here’s something to cheer your spirits the next time you’re shoveling away a heavy snowfall.
https://www.foxbusiness.com/lifestyle/busch-beer-offers-1-off-for-each-inch-of-snowfall-per-state
Pandemic Binge Drinking Is a Myth, Wine Analyst Says
There was no real evidence of widespread binge drinking
https://sf.eater.com/2021/1/5/22215332/binge-drinking-albertsons-gamsaan
FLORIDA COMPANY TO INVEST $100M IN 700-ACRE MISSOURI WINE PROJECT
The plan is to consolidate the wineries over an area covering 700-acres and also build a hotel, nine-hole par three golf course, five-star restaurant and other attractions.
Discover the Best Wines for Spaghetti
So what are some wine and spaghetti pairings that will leave everyone happy enough to sing Puccini around the dinner table?
10 RIDICULOUS WAYS TO OPEN A WINE BOTTLE WITHOUT A CORKSCREW
Whatever the reason you don’t have a corkscrew, don’t put the wine away just yet
Terrell Owens launches new wine label Eighty-One
Pro Football Hall of Famer has launched his own wine label called Eighty-One.
https://www.phillyvoice.com/terrell-owens-wine-label-eighty-one-cabernet-sauvignon/
Gallo finalizes blockbuster $810 million wine deal with Constellation Brands
Gallo is the country’s largest wine company, and with this sale Constellation Brands drops two spots to No. 5 nationwide.
Gallo Set to Dominate the Bargain Basement
That is the fear for the Gallo-Constellation deal,
https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2021/01/gallo-set-to-dominate-the-bargain-basement
The Ultimate New Year’s Resolution Guide: Wine Edition
With the rise of a new generation of premium low-calorie, low-alcohol brands and elevated no-alcohol choices, it’s never been more enjoyable to toast the new year while still reaching your wellness goals.
Truly Announces 4 Iced Tea Hard Seltzers
The brand is launching its iced tea series nationwide in “eye-catching golden cans,”
Will the Sommelier Profession Ever Be the Same After Covid-19?
Even those who have managed to keep their jobs have seen things change dramatically
The 6 big consumer trends to target in 2021
What are the big, overarching trends that have shaped 2020 – and which will continue to make their presence felt in 2021 and beyond?
Homegrown Startup Smells Sweet Success…Without The Sugar
Prosecco Zero, a new line of low-sugar rosé and brut wines,
Customize Your Cocktails With DIY Ginger Beer
Not all ginger beer is made equally.
MOËT SUFFERS SHEEP THEFT IN CHAMPAGNE
The sheep were used by Moët to keep down grass and weeds in place of herbicides or mechanical mowers and ploughs in the vineyard,
The Ultimate Guide to Aging Cocktails at Home
Aged cocktails serve added levels of depth and nuance, and allow all of the components of a mixed drink to harmonize as one wonderful entity.
How To Start Your Own Wine Shop
A passion for wine doesn’t necessarily translate into a successful career selling it.
https://www.winemag.com/2021/01/07/how-to-start-own-wine-shop/
5 Genius, Waste-Free Ways to Use Leftover Wine
You won’t have to stress about wasting even one drop. From cooking to tie-dying, there are many ways to make the most your favorite Côtes du Rhône or Pinot Gris.
https://www.realsimple.com/food-recipes/recipe-collections-favorites/leftover-wine-recipes
How is Wine Made? The Step-by-Step Behind your Favorite Bottles
The process of winemaking is simple.
https://growensemble.com/how-is-wine-made/
Wine and Your Microbiome
The gut microbiome (GM) plays a large role in the digestion and absorption of food and also educates our immune system
https://www.thenaturalwineschool.com/members/posts/27492-wine-and-your-microbiome
5 Major Wine Trends You’ll See in 2021
Raise a glass, it’s 2021 and we’re all in the mood for new beginnings and fresh takes on old favorites—and that includes our wine, too.
https://www.eatthis.com/news-major-wine-trends-youll-see-in-2021/
There’s Never Been a Better Time to Join a Wine Club
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Franklin Liquors New Daily Newspaper
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The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW) 01-17-21
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Liquor Industry News 01-11-21
January 11, 2021
Liquor Industry News
The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)
By: Mark C Lenzi
CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, IWS, SWS, OWE*
01-11-2021
Liquor Industry Week In Review
The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)
This Weeks Highlights:
New Products
8 Alternatives to Vodka in Your Bloody Mary
The Science of Making Alcohol-Free Beer
The surprising link between wine corks and climate change
7 Fantastic Chocolate And Wine Pairings To Try At Home
The trick is finding the right combination.
https://www.travelawaits.com/2559954/fantastic-chocolate-and-wine-pairings/
Doctor Explains Why People Feel Grim After Just One Glass Of Wine
A doctor has explained why some people can feel absolutely dreadful after just one glass of wine, while others can sip their way through several glasses with no bother – and it’s absolutely nothing to do with being a lightweight.
Whiskey Makers Explore the Weird World of Alt Oak Species
In recent years, a number of distillers have started using unusual, often local, species of oak to age their whiskeys, in a quest to give their spirits a more specific sense of place.
Why What’s in Your Tequila Matters
The specific place where the blue agave for tequila is grown has a huge impact on the final product.
Not all alcohol gets better with age
Most distilled spirits, such as whiskey, rum, brandy, gin, vodka and tequila, have a nearly indefinite shelf life if they are unopened.
Eight ways to use red wine for facial skin care
When used correctly, it has other benefits your skin will thank you for. Here are some of the ways you can use red wine for facial skin care routines.
Product Shortages Worsen. What’s Causing Them?
The shortages began at the start of the pandemic last spring, improved somewhat over the summer, but have accelerated this fall, and now increasingly impact major Champagne brands as well.
https://www.beveragemedia.com/2020/12/28/product-shortages-worsen-whats-causing/
How the Future of Age Verification Tech will Impact Retailers
Age verification has long been an essential practice for alcohol beverage retailers, but it has become more complicated with the rise of alcohol delivery across the U.S.
https://bevalcinsights.com/how-the-future-of-age-verification-tech-will-impact-retailers/
The 25 Most Important IPAs Right Now, Ranked
These are the 25 Most Important IPAs right now, ranked by the VinePair staff.
The Top 10 Beers in 2020 According to Untappd
At the very least, 2020 warranted one final list of 10 great beers.
Why Do So Many American Whiskey Brands Have ‘Old’ in Their Names?
The answer here isn’t clear, but it could be based on how bourbon supposedly got its name in the first place.
The 30 Best Whiskeys of 2020
While there are plenty of Bourbons to choose from, don’t worry, we also have 2020’s best ryes and Scotches featured on this list as well.
https://www.winemag.com/2020/12/28/best-whiskeys-2020/
Sparkling Wine Taxes in Europe
If you have ever wondered about the tax consequences of opening that bottle of sparkling wine—yes, there is a tax angle to everything—today’s map will provide you with some insights.
https://taxfoundation.org/new-years-eve-taxes-sparkling-wine-taxes-in-europe/
The Ten Words That Defined Wine in 2020
In no particular order…The top 10 words that defined wine in 2020 were:
https://fermentationwineblog.com/2020/12/the-ten-words-that-defined-wine-in-2020/
TTB Approves New Sizes
TTB’s regulations that govern wine and distilled spirits containers by adding seven new standards of fill for wine and distilled spirits.
https://www.ttb.gov/images/newsletters/archives/2020/ttb-newsletter12282020.html
The Wines To Know From Lazio
The region has been abuzz with the investments and passions of a few individuals to improve production quality.
https://winefolly.com/deep-dive/the-wines-to-know-from-lazio/
A Timeline of Irish Whiskey
Make no mistake about it, Irish whiskey is now back and bigger than ever.
An Introduction to Loire Valley Grape Varieties
Home to 61 appellations, four major regions, and 70,000-plus hectares of rolling vineyards as far as the eye can see, it goes without saying that the region holds something for every palate — though knowing the region’s grapes is key to understanding what’s behind a label.
Most read wine news stories of 2020
In a year when headlines have, understandably, been dominated by the Covid-19 pandemic, we look back at some of the other Decanter.com stories of 2020.
https://www.decanter.com/wine-news/most-read-wine-news-2020-450672/
Biodynamic Wine Aligns You With the Energy of the Cosmos…Or So Its Makers Say
The label “biodynamic” is often attached to this intensive practice of winemaking, but it’s a type of farming in general—part practice, part philosophy.
https://www.esquire.com/food-drink/drinks/a34980493/biodynamic-wine-green-practices/
The Strangest Food Crimes of 2020
Here is a year’s worth of true food crime stories you may have missed.
https://www.foodandwine.com/news/food-crimes-2020
Oregon Finally Has a White Wine to Call Its Own
Oregon’s Willamette Valley is synonymous with pinot noir, but a signature white wine has always remained elusive for the region.
https://www.departures.com/lifestyle/wine-spirits/willamette-valley-oregon-vineyards-chardonnay-wine
Five Ways to Drink Single Malt Whiskey
With its depth of flavor and unique character, single malt offers a stunning new take on classic whiskey cocktails.
Lugana DOC: Italy’s Sleeper Hit White Wines
The region’s signature white grape, Turbiana, is what makes the wines so unique.
The Science of Making Alcohol-Free Beer
Nonalcoholic beer dates back to Prohibition, but it’s having a resurgence, fueled by changing consumer habits and brewers’ successful tinkering with the complex processes required to make it.
https://www.popularmechanics.com/home/food-drink/a34887982/non-alcoholic-beer/
8 Alternatives to Vodka in Your Bloody Mary
While some of these garnishes go too far, the beauty of the Bloody Mary is that it allows you to be as adventurous or inventive as you like
The surprising link between wine corks and climate change
In recent years, plastic stoppers and screw tops have come on the market as alternatives to natural cork, but cork can be better for the climate.
The Truth About Natural Wine and Hangovers
The term natural wine means different things to different people, but the throughlines are organic farming and minimal manipulation in the winery—meaning as few additives, fining agents, and stabilizers as possible chucked into the fermentation vat.
https://www.saveur.com/story/drink/truth-about-natural-wine-and-hangovers/
Real progress on ingredient listing for wine
It has long seemed strange that, while labels tell us every little detail of what goes into processed food, we are told nothing about what goes into wine.
https://www.jancisrobinson.com/articles/real-progress-ingredient-listing-wine
In Search of Sustainable Wine
Wine lovers celebrate the diversity of the wine, but they may also have to embrace sustainability.
https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2021/01/in-search-of-sustainable-wine
There’s Never Been a Better Time to Join a Wine Club
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Franklin Liquors New Daily Newspaper
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Liquor Industry News 01-04-21
January 4, 2021
Liquor Industry News
The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)
By: Mark C Lenzi
CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, IWS, SWS, OWE*
01-04-2021
Liquor Industry Week In Review
The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)
This Weeks Highlights:
New Products
15 Of the Best Hot Cocktail Recipes to Make This Winter
The Many Styles of Tawny Port Wine
These Are The 30 Most Popular Wine Brands in America
ILLEGAL WINERY FOUND IN WASTE WATER TREATMENT PLANT
As reported by News 19, officers from DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office discovered the winery after an anonymous tip-off last week.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2020/12/illegal-winery-found-in-waste-water-treatment-plant/
PICKLED HERRING WHISKY AND OTHER CURIOSITIES
We’ve rounded up a selection of unusual spirits that reflect 2020’s unpredictable nature, from pickled herring whisky to banana peel rum.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2020/12/pickled-herring-whisky-and-other-curiosities/
These Are The 30 Most Popular Wine Brands in America
This information was based on each brand’s market share by volume,
https://vinepair.com/booze-news/30-most-popular-wine-brands-in-america/
Tequila and mezcal brands to watch in 2021
Despite the challenges of Covid‐19, the Tequila category has been one of the shining stars of the drinks sector, particularly in the US, where off‐trade sales have grown immensely.
https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2020/12/tequila-and-mezcal-brands-to-watch-in-2021/
The Story of Taylor California Cellars, Coca-Cola’s Forgotten Foray Into the Wine Industry
With the rising tides of corporate takeovers in the 1970s, Coca-Coca looked to expand beyond soft drinks.
Labeling Survey Finds Consumers More Interested in Ingredients Than Nutrition
In total, 69% of survey respondents answered that they would be interested in ingredient information on the label and 54% expressed interest in nutritional information, suggesting a connection between ‘wellness’ and wine consumption.
https://wineindustryadvisor.com/2020/12/21/labeling-survey-finds-consumers-interested-ingredients
SIX OF THE WORLD’S MOST EXPENSIVE WHISKIES
While it will be some years before that prediction is proven true, 2020 has certainly been tumultuous, which could well see it remembered as a “significant time for the history of the whisky industry”
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2020/12/six-of-the-worlds-most-expensive-whiskies/
How to Keep an Opened Bottle of Wine Fresh for as Long as Possible
While the term “leftover wine” may sound like an oxymoron, there are occasions when we can’t finish a bottle.
https://www.realsimple.com/food-recipes/shopping-storing/beverages/leftover-wine-guide
How to Plan the Perfect Vacation without Leaving Home
As overseas jaunts remain uncertain, many seek ways to escape their living room without buying a plane ticket.
https://www.winemag.com/2020/12/21/wine-travel-vacation-home/
The Many Styles of Tawny Port Wine
People love Tawny for it’s mahogany hue and flavors of caramel, chocolate, dried fruit, and nuts.
https://winefolly.com/deep-dive/styles-tawny-port-wine/
‘Better For You’ means more than just ‘Low Sugar’
There has been a lot of talk about “Better for You” in wine. Frankly maybe a little too much talk.
https://sustainablesomm.org/better-for-you/
15 Of the Best Hot Cocktail Recipes to Make This Winter
This list will keep you busy until it’s time to switch back to frozen cocktails.
Scientists Explore the Unexpected Potential Benefit of Excess Tannins
Tannins are an essential part of the mouthfeel and ageability of some wines. But scientists believe they could also be used to create plastics that could keep food fresh longer.
https://www.winemag.com/2020/12/22/tannins-waste-wine-science/
Manischewitz Doesn’t Have to Be Good
How did Manischewitz become perhaps America’s most iconically Jewish brand?
https://slate.com/business/2020/12/manischewitz-wine-taste-judaism-black-americans.html
WHAT DO WE MEAN BY THE “BODY” OF A WINE
Of course “body” refers to the wine’s mouthfeel and thus is an evaluation of tactile sensations in the mouth. But what, specifically, are the elements of body.
https://foodandwineaesthetics.com/2020/12/23/what-do-we-mean-by-the-body-of-a-wine/
Do you love wine? Does it love you?
A glass of wine is viewed by many to be the perfect accompaniment to a special meal. However, many people have experienced unwelcome symptoms from the histamines found in many wines.
https://www.villagenews.com/story/2020/12/24/lifestyles/do-you-love-wine-does-it-love-you/64594.html
6 Drinks Trends to Leave Behind in 2021
While the pandemic has forced drinks pros to think on their feet, leading to new and exciting trends that will surely expand in 2021, others feel so “last year.”
10 Recipes to Make the Most of Your Wine, Beer and Spirits
The flavors and aromas in wine, beer and spirits can be used in a variety of culinary creations
https://www.winemag.com/folio/boozy-food-recipes-wine-cooking/
It’s Official: Poached Pears in Red Wine Are the Best Winter Dessert
You start with red wine—filled with antioxidants and good flavor—and infuse it with warming spices, then poach your pears in the spiced wine mixture.
https://www.wellandgood.com/poached-pears-red-wine/
There’s Never Been a Better Time to Join a Wine Club
Franklin Wine Club Wines
A well-chosen selection of wines delivered right to your door.
Sounds pretty good these days.
Franklin Liquors New Daily Newspaper
The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW)
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Certified Specialist Of Wine-CSW
Certified Specialist Of Spirits-CSS
Society Of Wine Educators
California Wine Appellation Specialist-CWAS-San Francisco Wine School (First In MA)
French Wine Scholar FWS-(Instructor) Wine Scholar Guild
Quini Certified Educator- QCE (First In USA)
Italian Wine Specialist-IWS-North American Sommelier Association
Spanish Wine Scholar SWS-Wine Scholar Guild
Oregon Wine Expert OWE-Napa Valley Wine Academy
Our Wine Education/Events Partner
Kim Simone
Liquor Industry News 12-28-20
December 28, 2020
Liquor Industry News
The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)
By: Mark C Lenzi
CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, IWS, SWS, OWE*
12-28-2020
Liquor Industry Week In Review
The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)
This Weeks Highlights:
New Products
Prosecco vs. Champagne: The Differences
Does Craft Beer Snobbery Start and End with Lagers?
10 Hot Toddy Recipes That Don’t Use Whiskey
FRENCH POLICE SWOOP NETS STOLEN GRANDS CRUS WORTH MILLIONS
Police recovered cases of some of France’s most prestigious wines, including Domaine de la Romanée-Conti, Cheval Blanc, Petrus and Yquem among others, after what has been a year-long inquiry.
25-YEAR STUDY LINKS DAILY GLASS OF WINE TO LOWER DIABETES RISK
A glass of wine earned participants one point, while higher consumption was considered disadvantageous. “Moderate alcohol consumption, between 5 to 15 grams per day, along with a healthy diet, might be beneficial for future cardiometabolic health
Making Sure of Your Wine Insurance
If you think your home insurance policy covers your wine collection, you better take a closer look.
https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2020/12/making-sure-of-your-wine-insurance
This Is How Long an Open Bottle of Wine Lasts, and How to Make It Last Longer
There are a few things you can do to preserve the shelf life of your wine
https://www.lifehacker.com.au/2020/12/store-preserve-wine-maximum-flavour/
You don’t have to quit drinking after getting COVID vaccine
The vaccine’s developer, who said moderate drinking, would not impair the body’s ability to develop immunity
Self-Driving Farm Tractor Rolls Into Service at California Vineyard
The developer says the company’s medium size tractor is one of only two in the world.
As the Wine Industry Grapples with Change, Its Educational Institutions Evolve
As the Court of Master Sommeliers-Americas (CMS-A) reels from scandals, some members of the wine world question the significance and longevity of wine education institutions. But not all certification programs are created equal.
https://www.winemag.com/2020/12/14/court-sommeliers-scandals/
Wine Spectators Top 100 2020
Each year, Wine Spectator editors survey the wines reviewed over the previous 12 months and select our Top 100, based on quality, value, availability and excitement.
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12 Things You Should Know About Schramsberg Vineyards
With four different vineyards and over 30 varieties of wine, Schramsberg is a force in the Napa Valley wine world.
https://vinepair.com/articles/schramsberg-wine-guide/?mc_cid=1635ceb86c&mc_eid=d42ed911dc
10 Hot Toddy Recipes That Don’t Use Whiskey
The traditional hot toddy, a steamy mixed drink made with whiskey, hot water, and honey and clove,
The Countries That Drank the Most French Wine in 2019
Countries that imported the most French wine in 2019.
Five great wine games
Try out one of these great games for wine lovers…
Does Craft Beer Snobbery Start and End with Lagers?
Instead of transforming from one species to another, the beer snob evolves from drinking lager, to IPA, “big stouts,” sours, and then, finally, back to lager.
https://www.winemag.com/2020/12/15/beer-snob-palate-lager/
Slow Cooker Red Wine Pot Roast
Slow Cooker Red Wine Pot Roast is simple, rustic food at its finest.
https://sweetandsavorymeals.com/slow-cooker-red-wine-pot-roast/
BEEF TENDERLOIN WITH RED WINE-ROSEMARY BUTTER
It always feels very celebratory, and the best part is that it’s actually so easy to make.
https://giadzy.com/recipes/beef-tenderloin-with-red-wine-rosemary-butter/
SEKT: THE CHEQUERED HISTORY
Nobody drinks as much fizz as the Germans. Clearly, the affordability and availability of mass-produced, high-volume, tank-fermented Sekt drive this market.
https://trinkmag.com/articles/sekt-the-chequered-history
Prosecco vs. Champagne: The Differences
From origins and grapes, to production methods and prices, Champagne and Prosecco have their own stories to tell.
New Non Alcoholic Wine
Cava producer Freixenet has added alcohol-removed white and rosé sparklers to its portfolio. Capitalizing on the trend toward low- and no-alcohol beverages, the new sparkling wines are produced in Spain’s Penedès DO and contain less than 0.05% alcohol. Both wines are rolling out nationwide from Freixenet Mionetto USA, retail priced at $12 a 750-ml. Freixenet Mionetto USA is the U.S. subsidiary of European sparkling wine giant Henkell Freixenet.
Wine in the U.S. in 2020 — The Top Takeaways
The most important takeaways for wine in the U.S. in 2020 that can guide us in looking forward.
https://fermentationwineblog.com/2020/12/wine-in-the-u-s-in-2020-the-top-takeaways/
Quarterback-Turned-Winery Owner Drew Bledsoe’s Favorite Things
Celebrity wine and spirit brands are now so ubiquitous they seem to be almost a rite of passage. For some, though, the stereotype of a vanity project doesn’t quite fit.
10 Drinks Trends for 2021, According to Bar Pros
Here are 10 trends to keep an eye on in 2021.
https://www.winemag.com/2020/12/17/drink-trends-bars-2021/
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Liquor Industry Week In Review
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This Weeks Highlights:
New Products
What’s On Your Holiday Table?
American whiskey brands to watch in 2021
White Mulled Wine Cocktail Recipe
White Claw Announces New Flavors and Variety Packs
A slew of new products for White Claw fans, including the long-awaited release of White Claw Surge. The higher ABV (8 percent) version of the classic seltzer will finally hit shelves in April in Blood Orange and Cranberry flavors.
New Prosecco
E.&J. Gallo-owned La Marca Prosecco is launching a rosé expression this month. Rolling out to select markets at a suggested retail price of $17 a 750-ml., the new entry is a 2019 vintage-dated blend of 89% Glera and 11% Pinot Noir, produced via the Charmat method. It spends a minimum of 60 days undergoing secondary fermentation. A 2020 vintage of La Marca Prosecco Rosé will follow next spring. La Marca is projected to become the largest sparkling wine brand by volume in the U.S. by year-end, according to Impact Databank. Gallo marketing director Joyce Chen told SND, “We know there are a lot of still rosé consumers who are looking to add to their wine repertoire, and as America’s favorite Prosecco, La Marca is the perfect option to offer a sparkling perspective on Rosé that elevates consumer experiences.”
HOW THE INTERNET IS CHANGING THE WAY WE BUY WINE
The pandemic has accelerated a trend towards online shopping, transforming consumer habits and shaping new business models in a matter of weeks.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2020/12/how-the-internet-is-changing-the-way-we-buy-wine/
New Drinking Guidelines For Men Ignore Science
Every five years, an independent committee of experts reviews the current body of research and submits an advisory report to help the federal government determine the latest “Dietary Guidelines for Americans.”
https://www.ibtimes.com/new-drinking-guidelines-men-ignore-science-3095696
Improving E-mail Ethics in the Wine Industry
Let’s talk about how the wine industry routinely breaks the law when it comes to e-mail, and how it’s time to clean up that act.
https://www.vinography.com/2020/12/improving-e-mail-ethics-in-the-wine-industry
Booze has a long history on the space station – even though NASA has banned drinking in space for almost 50 years
Known as the WISE mission, these experiments will cover all aspects of the wine production process.
https://www.businessinsider.com/drinking-space-fairly-common-though-nasa-banned-it-2020-12
The current state of Italian wine in the world
Yes, you cannot go to your favorite trattoria in Rome and drink that amazing bottle of wine with your pasta alla Amatriciana. For now. Not forever.
https://acevola.blogspot.com/2020/12/the-current-state-of-italian-wine-in.html
MW PROVES ‘HALO EFFECT’ BETWEEN WINE AND SPIRITS EDUCATION
Lowe’s MW research paper investigated the value of wine education on spirits appreciation, and ultimately found that despite a student not being taught anything about spirits, even a small amount of formal wine education improved their ability to taste spirits.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2020/12/mw-proves-halo-effect-between-wine-and-spirits-education/
Do Impeller Pumps “Beat Up” Wine?
How exactly do you beat up wine, and what are the perceptible effects of beating it up, if any?
https://www.wineindustrynetwork.com/c/tcw-equipment?fid=M2gduJR9nFw1LEJy#feed_post_M2gduJR9nFw1LEJy
NEW WHISKY-BARREL AGED KITKAT TO BE RELEASED IN JAPAN
The chocolate bar is made using Ghanaian cacao nibs aged in barrels that have been used to aged Scotch whisky on the island of Islay.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2020/12/new-whisky-barrel-aged-kitkat-to-be-released-in-japan/
Who Was Pappy Van Winkle and Why Does His Whiskey Cost So Much?
With a small production run and a lengthy 15- to 23-year aging process that creates a limited-supply/high-demand situation
https://files.constantcontact.com/cb479599001/43cc7fa2-a810-47ee-9d89-d54fb84d9362.pdf
Gift Cards Spark New York Wine Spat
The New York State Liquor Authority is on the march again, taking aim at one of the largest liquor chains in the US – Total Wine & More.
https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2020/12/gift-cards-spark-new-york-wine-spat
John Elway Wine
Former NFL star John Elway has launched a new line under his California-based 7Cellars wine brand. The Farm Collection consists of three wines: a Paso Robles-sourced Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay from the Arroyo Seco AVA, and Santa Lucia-based Pinot Noir. Each wine is retail priced at $30 a 750-ml. The Farm Collection joins the Elway Reserve range in the 7Cellars lineup, all of which are made by winemaker Robert Mondavi Jr.
What Is Clean Wine? The Truth On This Buzzy Beverage Trend
The answer (much like some clean wines) is actually a bit cloudier than you might expect.
https://www.thezoereport.com/p/what-is-clean-wine-the-truth-on-this-buzzy-beverage-trend-47819997
Wineries Strive for Carbon Neutrality. Is It Enough?
Carbon neutrality has become the environmental badge for wineries wanting to combat climate change. But is it enough?
https://www.winemag.com/2020/12/07/carbon-neutral-wine-enough/
The Problem with Wine Terminology in the Virtual World
As we find ourselves entering another season in this brave new world of virtual tasting, sidling up to our computer screens instead of a barstool for a cocktail, it’s time to revisit our vocabulary and reconsider the words we use when we interact with our customers.
https://daily.sevenfifty.com/the-problem-with-wine-terminology-in-the-virtual-world/
Gordon Ramsay Announces New Line of Hard Seltzers: Hell’s Seltzers
Unlike other brands, each of the flavors in Hell’s Seltzers is made up of at least three key tasting notes and inspired by popular menu items from Ramsay’s Hell’s Kitchen restaurants.
PINOT GRIGIO SALES RISE NEARLY 20% IN THE US
The growth of Pinot Grigio, which rose 19% in the US, increasing in sales both through large scale distribution and on e-commerce platforms, contrasted to other white varieties such as Chardonnay, Moscato and Riesling, which recorded a slight drop.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2020/12/pinot-grigio-sales-rise-nearly-20-in-the-us/
MUMM TRIALS NEW SENSORY TASTING EXPERIENCE
Two new glasses that would influence the taster’s perception of the Champagne they held.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2020/12/mumm-trials-new-sensory-tasting-experience/
What do you do with an open bottle of ice wine?
The opening of a bottle of ice wine is cause for celebration.
Beyond Sustainable Wine:
Tablas Creek’s Regenerative Agriculture Sets a Higher Standard
https://growensemble.com/sustainable-wine/
10 common mistakes when buying wine as a gift
Choosing a bottle is not always as easy as it seems.
Screw Caps Or Corks?
Do wine enclosures really matter?
https://winelala.com/articles/screw-caps-or-corks
Another New Rosé Prosseco
Deutsch Family Wine & Spirits has added a new Rosé Prosecco to its Josh Cellars family of wines. The release is rolling out now in New York, Massachusetts, Maryland, and Connecticut, with a national launch following in March 2021. The release of the 11.5% abv wine comes hot on the heels of Rosé Prosecco becoming an officially sanctioned category within Italian sparkling wine and will be supported by Facebook, YouTube, and Instagram ads.
IMPACT OF COVID-19 ON GLOBAL WINE TOURISM
The main objective of the survey was to evaluate the impact of the covid-19 worldwide pandemic on the supply side of wine tourism (impact on wineries).
https://www.winetourism.com/impact-covid-19-wine-tourism/
Scotch whisky brands to watch in 2021
US tariffs, Brexit uncertainty and Covid‐19 have pummeled the Scotch whisky industry this year. After a record export year in 2019, there is no sugar‐coating the grave impact this year’s geopolitical storm has had on the sector.
https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2020/12/scotch-whisky-brands-to-watch-in-2021/
Europe’s globally important wine industry threatened by pesticide, biotech phobias
To understand these impacts in greater detail, let’s survey one of Europe’s most important agricultural industries: wine grapes
All the Ways to Say ‘Sparkling Wine’ Around the World
Whether the name is rooted in an ancient language or playing on a new trend, you’ll need to know how to say it properly before you can say glou-glou.
Cake-cutting ‘hack’ using wine glass goes viral: ‘This is a game changer’
The “hack,” as it’s being touted online, involves using the rim of a wine glass to both cut into the cake and then scoop out a tiny slice
https://www.foxnews.com/food-drink/cake-cutting-hack-wine-glass-viral
What’s American-blood wine, and why was it banned by the French government?
He soon discovered that the type of wine Jules and Paul had been making for decades was illegal, and had been since the 1930s, when the French government and European Union outlawed the use of hybrid grapes, like the Franco-American ones grown on the brothers’ vineyard.
RUSSIAN RIVER ROULETTE
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This elegant 3-bottle gift set includes 1 bottle each of DeLoach Russian River Valley Series: Chardonnay, Pinot Noir & Zinfandel.
A DOG’S LIFE
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This elegant 2-bottle gift set includes 1 bottle each of Frenchie North Coast Blends: “Celebration” White Blend & “Collage” Red Blend. A $5 donation to support Guide Dogs for the Blind will be made for every gift set purchased
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OAKVILLE GROCERY PANTRY
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This elegant gift set includes Oakville Grocery Wildflower Honey, Peach & Ginger Preserves, Balsamic Vinegar, Tuscan Olive Oil, Tomato Marinara & Black Truffle Mustard in a gift box.
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GREEN VALLEY MAGIC
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This elegant 2-bottle gift set includes 1 bottle each of DeLoach Green Valley Series: “Le Royal” Sparkling Blanc de Noir & “Heintz Vineyard” Chardonnay
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THE GREAT WHITES
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This elegant 3-bottle gift set includes 1 bottle each of JCB Chardonnays: No 76 Napa Valley, JCB No 49 Russian River Valley & JCB No 81 Sonoma Coast.
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American whiskey brands to watch in 2021
From August 2019 to July 2020, exports of American whiskey to the EU – the US spirits industry’s biggest market – plummeted by 41% from US$757m to US$449m, according to the Distilled Spirits Council of the US (Discus).
https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2020/12/american-whiskey-brands-to-watch-in-2021/
The Anatomy of a Champagne Bottle
Learn how to read a Champagne label and more with this infographic.
https://www.winemag.com/2020/12/10/how-to-read-champagne-label/
10 Things You Should Know About Francis Ford Coppola Winery
These mass-market wines have gained a fan base almost as large as Coppola’s films.
https://vinepair.com/articles/francis-ford-coppola-wine-guide/
Why You Should Pay Attention to Côtes de Bordeaux
There’s a movement happening in the hillsides of Bordeaux.
https://www.winemag.com/2020/12/11/why-you-should-pay-attention-to-cotes-de-bordeaux/
White Mulled Wine Cocktail Recipe
Who said mulled wine was exclusive to just bottles of red?
https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/white-mulled-wine-cocktail-recipe-231327196.html
What’s On Your Holiday Table?
Treat yourself this year by checking out this wine guide to make the most out of your food and wine pairings throughout this festive season.
https://www.dcanterwines.com/blogs/wine-life/holiday-food-and-wine-pairings/
Robert Parker Wine Advocate’s Top 100 Wine Discoveries
The selection discovers a number of wines produced from lesser-known grape varieties and/or in non-traditional growing regions.
GIFT SETS FOR EVERY OCCASION
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Its that time of year and here are some gift ideas!
All of our gift sets arrive in our luxurious packaging
for the ultimate unboxing experience.
https://my.boissetcollection.com/franklin_wine_club/products/catalog/gift-sets-879
There’s Never Been a Better Time to Join a Wine Club
Franklin Wine Club Wines
A well-chosen selection of wines delivered right to your door.
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