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Liquor Industry News 06-19-26 The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW)
June 19, 2026Exploring all things wine with you!
Here is a summary of the top stories featured in the “Liquor Industry News” collection by The Wonderful World of Wine:
- Moving Beyond “Organic” (via Substack / Sandra E Taylor): A comprehensive regional guide focusing on holistic sustainability certifications that are transforming the wine industry from New York to Chile. It highlights how world-class wineries are embracing standards that go far beyond standard organic labeling.
- The Ultimate Guide to Pairing Burgers With Wine (via VinePair): An infographic-driven piece demonstrating that burger and wine pairings have evolved beyond a simple “high-low” novelty. As chefs elevate the humble burger patty, matching them with the right wine has become a true culinary craft.
- Are Washington Wines ‘Volcanic’? Yes, No, and Maybe. (via Northwest Wine Report / Sean P. Sullivan): An exploration into the growing trend and press surrounding “volcanic wines.” The article dives into the varying definitions of what makes a wine volcanic, specifically looking at whether vines grown in Washington State meet the criteria.
- Private Label Preference at Grocery Stores (via Supermarket News): A report indicating that consumers increasingly prefer shopping at grocery stores that offer superior private-label store brands, a trend heavily impacting retail and private-label beverage choices.
Liquor Industry News 06-18-26 The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW)
June 18, 2026Exploring all things wine with you!
This Flipboard collection, curated by Mark Lenzi for The Wonderful World of Wine, features a handful of interesting updates and guides across the wine, beer, and spirits landscape.
Here are the key stories highlighted in this edition:
- What is Moscato Wine? A Beginner’s Guide (from moscato.life)
An introductory deep-dive into Moscato, highlighting why it is one of the world’s most widely loved wine styles—celebrated for being naturally sweet, aromatic, and approachable for newcomers. - 94% of Alcohol-Free Beer Drinkers Also Consume Booze (from thedrinksbusiness.com)
New industry research reveals a shifting consumer mindset toward moderation. Instead of cutting out alcohol entirely, the vast majority of people buying low-and-no-alcohol alternatives are “cross-drinking”—using alcohol-free options to pace themselves while still continuing to buy traditional alcoholic drinks. - This Company Has Made Cocktail Ice Affordable and Accessible (from insidehook.com)
A profile on drinks veteran Todd Stevenson and his mission to bring premium, clear cocktail ice to everyday consumers. The piece explores how high-quality ice has evolved from a luxury bar staple to an accessible “simple pleasure” at home. - The Best Wines to Bring for Every Kind of Picnic (from wineenthusiast.com)
A seasonal guide tailored for outdoor dining, matching distinct wine profiles with various picnic scenarios—ensuring you pair the right bottle with everything from casual park finger foods to more upscale outdoor spreads.
The magazine serves as a quick snapshot of current beverage trends, focusing heavily on how consumer habits around lifestyle, moderation, and home entertaining are evolving.
Liquor Industry News 06-17-26 The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW)
June 17, 2026Exploring all things wine with you!
This Flipboard magazine, curated by The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW), pulls together a collection of industry articles focused on recent trends and news.
Here are the standout stories highlighted in this specific mix:
- Wine’s Big Bet on Sports Advertising (VinePair): A deep dive into how wine brands are increasingly investing heavily in sports ads. With commercial slots dominated by betting apps and traditional beer brands, the article looks at whether swinging for the fences with sports sponsorship is actually paying off for the wine industry.
- Lambrusco Reconsidered (Vero): A feature re-evaluating the classic Italian wine, specifically focusing on a unique dry, sparkling Pet Nat style made from the rare Uva Tosca grape (which tastes remarkably like a crisp sparkling cranberry juice). It makes the case for why modern Lambrusco is highly versatile and works for everyday drinking.
- Embracing White Wine Season (Substack – Sandra E. Taylor): Framed as “A Red Drinker’s Guide to the White Wine World,” this piece kicks off from International Drink Chenin Blanc Day to guide fans of heavy red wines into refreshing white alternatives perfect for the summer season.
- Garrison Brothers’ Double-Digit Growth (The Spirits Business): Moving slightly outside of wine, this report highlights the commercial success of Texas-based bourbon distiller Garrison Brothers, noting their impressive double-digit growth trajectory across the United States.
Liquor Industry News 06-16-26 The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW)
June 16, 2026Exploring all things wine with you!
This Flipboard magazine curated by Mark Lenzi (“The Wonderful World of Wine”) highlights several interesting shifts and insider perspectives happening across the wine and spirits landscape.
Here is a breakdown of the key stories featured in the collection:
1. Behind the Scenes of High-End Champagne
- The Story: The Making of Champagne’s Most Elusive Prestige Cuvée (from SevenFifty Daily)
- What it’s about: This piece explores the concept of the “prestige cuvée”—a Champagne house’s absolute top-tier, flagship wine. It dives into how these elusive wines are crafted in highly limited quantities, focusing on the meticulous production methods and intentional marketing strategies used to signal ultimate rarity and luxury to collectors.
2. Demystifying Retail Wine Buying
- The Story: This Is Who Chooses The Wine Selection At Costco (from Mashed)
- What it’s about: As one of the largest wine retailers in the world, Costco’s buying power is massive. This article pulls back the curtain on the corporate wine buyers who curate the warehouse selection. It details their decision-making process, including how they decide to stock established third-party brands versus when they choose to develop a new bottle under Costco’s private label, Kirkland Signature, to meet price and quality expectations.
3. Alternative Packaging and Low-Alcohol Trends
- The Story: Bag wines, low alc wines, no alc wines. It’s all happening! (from Northwest Wine Report)
- What it’s about: Focusing on the Pacific Northwest, this report highlights how modern winemakers are aggressively experimenting to keep up with changing consumer habits. It tracks the rising popularity and premiumization of boxed/bagged wines alongside the booming demand for low-alcohol and completely non-alcoholic wine alternatives.
4. Shaking Up Traditional Etiquette
- The Story: 5 Wine Rules That Deserve to Be Broken, According to Sommeliers (from Food & Wine)
- What it’s about: Wine culture can sometimes feel intimidating, but top sommeliers are pushing back against rigid traditions. This piece outlines five outdated “rules” of wine drinking—such as strict food pairing guidelines or temperature assumptions—that industry pros say you should happily ignore to enjoy your glass more freel
Liquor Industry News 06-15-26 The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW)
June 15, 2026Exploring all things wine with you!
This Flipboard magazine is curated by Mark Lenzi under the profile The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW). It acts as a roundup of recent alcohol industry news, trends, history, and health studies.
The main stories featured in this collection cover a variety of angles:
- Public Health & Policy Updates: A notable piece from Scientific American discusses a recent study highlighting that even one alcoholic drink a day can raise the risk of premature death. The article includes insights from a former U.S. health official addressing how previous political administrations approached or set aside key alcohol health data.
- Cocktail History & Recipes: An article by Food & Wine dives deep into the anatomy of a classic Dry Martini. It breaks down the historical evolution of the drink—noting that while variations appeared in the 1860s, the crisp blueprint of dry gin, dry vermouth, and bitters truly solidified in the 1890s—and offers tips on mastering the recipe.
- Wine Tourism: Another feature from Food & Wine highlights 5 High-Altitude Wineries Worth Visiting, exploring how extreme elevations affect grape growing and profiling unique mountain vineyards around the world for enthusiastic travelers.
- Industry Overview: The collection is anchored by a broader industry digest hosted directly on The Wonderful World of Wine educational site, which updates readers on new product releases, industry shifts, and market trends.
Liquor Industry News 06-15-26
June 15, 2026
Liquor Industry News
The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)
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06-15-2026
Liquor Industry News
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What Is abv And Why Does It Matter?
Who is really driving the public health debate?
The World’s Best Value Bourbon
King Valley prosecco producers prepare for upcoming export label change for Italian wine variety
Australia is the only country outside Italy that can use the prosecco name, but in 10 years, Australian prosecco exports will be rebranded
America’s Most Popular RTDs
Ranked by Alcohol Content
https://vinepair.com/articles/popular-rtds-abv-ranked-infographic
BuzzBallz, BeatBox, and Cutwater, Oh My!
Why We Can’t Get Enough of Boozy RTDs
https://vinepair.com/articles/buzzball-beatbox-cutwater-rtd-popularity
The Only Wine Glass Guide You’ll Ever Need
(And Yes, It Matters)
https://thewineconcierge.co/blogs/news/wine-glasses-guide-what-you-need-at-home
New Rittenhouse
- Bardstown, Kentucky’s Heaven Hill has announced RittenhouseUnited States 250th Anniversary Commemorative Edition, a new 10-year-old rye whiskey released to celebrate the nation’s semiquincentenni al. The 50% abv rye is blended from 90 barrels and carries a suggested price of $100 a 750-ml. The whiskey is rolling out this month in limited quantities in select markets across the U.S. and joins commemorative releases from Evan Williams as part of Heaven Hill’s celebration of the U.S.’s 250th anniversary. Rittenhouse has U.S. volume of 70,000 cases, according to Impact Databank.
Champagne’s future lies in innovation, says De Saint-Gall
From climate adaptation to changing consumer habits, cellar master of Champagne De Saint-Gall Cédric Jacopin outlines the pressures shaping Champagne today.
The Napa Cabs You Should Try if You Don’t Like Big, Jammy Wines
In their heyday, Napa Cabs were nothing like today’s stereotypical version.
https://vinepair.com/articles/napa-winemakers-light-style-cabernet-sauvignon
12 Bartenders Pick Their Favorite Bourbons Under $50
Quality bottles of bourbon aren’t just for those with deep pockets. Here are 12 bartender-recommended picks that won’t break the bank
https://whiskyadvocate.com/bartenders-bourbon-recommendations-under-50-dollars
The wine industry’s Gen Z problem isn’t what you think
Benjamin Jack, son of Bruce Jack, has spent the past year moving between industry tastings, festivals and wine events. What he found was not a generation turning away from wine, but a trade increasingly out of step with how people discover and enjoy culture.
T
he World’s Best Value Bourbons
Our search for value takes us deep into the Kentucky countryside as we check on Bourbon’s best-value bottles.
https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2026/05/the-worlds-best-value-bourbons
Understanding Sparkling Wine Sweetness
Complete Wine Guide
https://vinovistara.com/blogs/production/understanding-sparkling-wine-sweetness-complete-wine-guide
Wine industry searches for answers as US alcohol sales slide
The US wine industry is grappling with falling sales, shifting consumer habits and intensifying competition from alternative drinks categories. But while traditional consumption patterns continue to weaken, pockets of growth suggest wine’s future may depend on reinvention rather than retreat. Kathleen Willcox reports.
French vineyard prices fall again as Bordeaux leads decline
French vineyard values fell for a second consecutive year in 2025, according to new figures from Safer, with Bordeaux suffering some of the steepest losses as structural pressures continue to weigh on the country’s wine sector.
Court says Uncle Nearest was ‘haemorrhaging money’
Uncle Nearest will remain under the control of a receiver after a judge rejected co-founder Fawn Weaver’s appeal.
The 20 Best Mezcals for 2026
To say mezcal is a complex spirit is a bit of an understatement.
https://vinepair.com/buy-this-booze/best-mezcals-2026
Bourbon’s Global Soft Power Is Fading as Trump Tariffs Reshape the Industry
Bourbon is facing a crisis of global proportions.
https://vinepair.com/articles/american-politics-hurt-bourbon-global-market
POUR THE WHY, NOT JUST THE WHAT: Tasting Flights that Fly
Craft Breweries Are Betting Big on the 2026 World Cup
If you’re into soccer, you might consider watching the world’s greatest teams play live in a nearby stadium sometime in the next month and a half.
https://vinepair.com/articles/craft-breweries-bet-big-on-2026-world-cup
The 8 Best Naturally Low-Alcohol White Wines, According to Experts
Consumer demand for lighter, fresher wines has put the spotlight on naturally low-alcohol whites. Here are eight bottles wine professionals across the country recommend
A
n Interview with an Average Wine Buyer
Here’s How My Sister Chooses Wine. You Are Not Going to Like It
https://thecorruptwinewriter.substack.com/p/an-interview-with-an-average-wine
The Most Popular Beer Brand Among Boomers In 2026 Isn’t Heineken Or Corona
The Baby Boomer generation includes people born between 1946 and 1964.
https://www.tastingtable.com/2181509/beer-brand-boomers-most-popular-guinness
Guinness v alcohol-free Guinness 0
We held a blind taste test to see if we could spot the fake
https://www.theguardian.com/thefilter-us/2026/may/30/guinness-v-guinness-0-non-alcoholic-taste-test
What Is Lambrusco?
It’s Your Next Summer Sip
2 Creative Ways To Use Wine In Your Cooking
Wine can elevate a dish, adding everything from zingy brightness to deep, rich, complex notes, depending on the wine you use and how you cook it.
https://www.mashed.com/2181860/creative-ways-use-wine-cooking
11 Grapefruit Cocktails to Shake Up All Summer Long
Bright, bitter, and refreshing, these sunny cocktails are easy and delicious.
https://www.foodandwine.com/grapefruit-cocktails-we-love-11987251
Bardstown and Mars create Japanese-Bourbon blend
Kentucky’s Bardstown Bourbon Company has partnered with whisky maker Mars to develop a limited edition blend that combines Bourbon and Japanese single malts.
Who is really driving the public health debate?
A century ago, America was in the grip of Prohibition. When it ended in failure in 1933, the campaign to demonise drink appeared to be dead and buried. But it’s back in a coalition of NGOs, public health officials and temperance crusaders under the banner of the WHO. In the first of a new series, Tom Bruce-Gardyne explores how we got here.
How Carmen DO preserves Chile’s viticultural legacy
Carmen DO spans Chile’s wine regions, with a range that foregrounds unique terroirs, varieties with history and – crucially – the growers that serve as vineyard custodians over generations.
Best canned craft beers available everywhere
Because beer tastes better in a can
https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/best-canned-craft-beers-available-everywhere
Why Wine Investors Need to Rethink Everything They Know Before Buying Whisky
Think your wine investment skills translate to whisky? Think again. Why does identical whisky in different bottles sell for a million pounds apart?
Wine Losing the Class War
While much of the equality buzz has been around gender and sexuality, class is the forgotten battlefield for wine.
https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2026/06/wine-losing-the-class-war
The Empty Chair
What Sports Betting, Cannabis, and Weight-Loss Drugs Taught Me About the Wine Business
Distillers Give Their Favorite Stills Nicknames
Here Are the Best Ones.
https://vinepair.com/articles/distillers-favorite-still-names
Scientists to brew beer with yeast from mummified remains
Researchers have said they plan to brew beer from the yeast strains collected from the corpse of Ötzi, the man whose body was preserved in the frozen Alps of northern Italy during the Copper Age.
Espolòn launches Extra Añejo in the US
Campari Group has added an extra añejo to the Espolòn Tequila range in the US, which has been finished in French Chardonnay casks.
Chaos revisited: US tariff refunds get complicated
A US Supreme Court ruling says many of president Donald Trump’s tariffs are illegal, meaning firms are trying to claw back money. But where does this leave consumers?
What Is abv And Why Does It Matter?
Reviews: Aubaine, Avennia, Cynthian, Hors Catégorie, No Girls & Wine of the Week
https://paulgregutt.substack.com/p/what-is-abv-and-why-should-it-matter
A Certified Cicerone’s Guide to Beer for Wine Lovers
From reading freshness dates to recognizing beer styles, these practical tips make navigating the beer aisle easier.
https://www.foodandwine.com/best-beers-for-wine-lovers-11990694
What does that even mean?
A few pet peeves and a good cheap pink
https://lettiewine.substack.com/p/what-does-that-even-mean
Why diversity is Grüner Veltliner’s ace in the hole
Grüner Veltliner first won attention as a characterful indigenous grape, flying the flag for Austria on the international stage, but its real strengths are its diverse styles and versatility.
Whiskey House of Kentucky cuts 30% of staff
Almost a third of the workforce has been reduced at custom distillery Whiskey House of Kentucky.
The 15 Beers That Defined American Craft Brewing
Where They Are Now
https://vinepair.com/articles/american-craft-brewing-defining-beers-today
The 10 Best High-Proof Tequilas
One way tequila producers are targeting spirits nerds is with high-proof expressions.
https://vinepair.com/buy-this-booze/10-best-high-proof-tequilas
America’s First Low-Alcohol Craft Brewery Is Here
Dad Strength is a 2.9% IPA that’s built for weeknights.
https://www.foodandwine.com/game-changers-dad-strength-brewing-11979326
Sazerac launches AJ Bond Tennessee whiskey
Buffalo Trace owner Sazerac has entered the Tennessee whiskey market with its first flagship expression from AJ Bond Distillery.
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Liquor Industry News 06-14-26 The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW)
June 14, 2026Exploring all things wine with you!
This Flipboard magazine, curated by Mark Lenzi (from The Wonderful World of Wine), serves up a great mix of beverage science, wine history, and seasonal trends. Here is a breakdown of the featured stories:
- Buying Beer Cold vs. Warm (The Kitchn) An expert weighs in on a classic summer dilemma: is it genuinely better to buy beer that’s already chilled? The piece challenges some common assumptions about temperature fluctuations, storage, and how to keep your brews tasting as fresh as possible during the hot summer months.
- The Rise of “Chardonnay Rosé” (Food & Wine) This fascinating piece looks at a rare pink-skinned grape variety that growers are increasingly turning to as a tool against climate change. In a major move, France’s tightly regulated Comité Champagne approved this new grape for Champagne production, bringing the region’s total allowed varieties to eight.
- The Mystery of the Fiasco Basket (Tasting Table) If you’ve ever sat in a classic mom-and-pop Italian restaurant, you’ve likely seen a teardrop-shaped bottle of Chianti cradled in a tiny straw basket. This story dives into the history of the fiasco—the traditional Italian flask—explaining exactly why the straw wrap was invented (originally for protection and to help the round-bottomed glass stand upright) and why it remains a nostalgic symbol today.
- 12 Underrated Rosé Wines Worth Trying in 2026 (Tasting Table) Moving past the ultra-famous, mass-market pink wines, this round-up highlights a dozen lesser-known, highly rewarding rosés. It serves as an excellent guide for anyone looking to expand their palate with hidden gems from unexpected regions or unique grape varietals.
Liquor Industry News 06-13-26 The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW)
June 13, 2026Exploring all things wine with you!
Here is a look at some of the key stories featured in Mark Lenzi’s Liquor Industry News collection on Flipboard:
- Brewing with a “Prehistoric” Touch (Slate): An article titled “Water, Barley, Hops, and … Dinosaurs?” explores a fascinating, lesser-known part of beer history. It dives into how brewers have relied on an ancient, prehistoric element to give beer its signature crisp, clean taste, and questions how modern advancements might change the flavors we are used to.
- Demystifying Organic Wine (Sandra E. Taylor via Substack): “Organic Wine Decoded” breaks down the basics of eco-friendly drinking. Drawing from the author’s guide, Vines and Values, it offers practical insights into how everyday wine lovers can make more sustainable, conscious choices when buying their next bottle.
- Spotlight on Rabbit Hole Distillery (VinePair): This piece profiles the non-traditional trajectory of Rabbit Hole’s founder, Kaveh Zamanian. It shares seven things to know about how a former clinical psychologist moved to Chicago, fell in love with bourbon, and eventually built a distillery designed to break traditional whiskey-making rules.
- Separating Rum Fact from Fiction (The Drinks Business): In “Pirates loved rum: fact or yo ho hoax?”, the magazine digs into the deep historical connection between seafaring pirates and their beverage of choice, exploring whether their obsession with rum was true history or just pop-culture folklore.
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Liquor Industry News 06-12-26 The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW)
June 12, 2026Exploring all things wine with you!
The provided link points to a curated digital magazine titled “LIQUOR INDUSTRY NEWS 06-12-26” on Flipboard. This collection is compiled by Mark Lenzi, a certified wine and spirits professional, retailer, and co-host of The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW) podcast and educational platform.
Rather than a single article, this link serves as a daily industry dashboard and news aggregator. It synthesizes a rotating selection of roughly 10 to 20 trending articles, press releases, and columns from major beverage and lifestyle publications (such as Wine Enthusiast, VinePair, The Drinks Business, and Food & Wine).
Liquor Industry News 06-11-26 The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW)
June 11, 2026Exploring all things wine with you!
This link provided points to a specific digital magazine entry on Flipboard titled “LIQUOR INDUSTRY NEWS 06-11-26.” Here is what this link is about:
1. The Curator
The content is curated by Mark Lenzi, a highly certified wine and spirits professional based in Massachusetts. He is the owner of Franklin Liquors and the co-host of The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW) educational podcast and blog. He holds numerous advanced industry titles (including CSW, CSS, and CWAS) and uses Flipboard to track the global and domestic beverage trades.
2. Format & Purpose
This link is part of Lenzi’s long-running daily curation series. On Flipboard, he uses the “magazine” layout as a digital news aggregator. Instead of being a single article, it serves as a daily dashboard or “snapshot” that brings together the most important stories, press releases, market data, and trend reports across the alcohol industry for June 11, 2026.
3. What the Content Covers
While the exact list of articles on this specific day’s dashboard constantly updates with the day’s breaking news, Mark Lenzi’s daily Flipboard collections generally compile 10 to 20 articles from major global publications (such as Wine Enthusiast, The Drinks Business, VinePair, and Food & Wine).
The aggregated stories typically focus on:
- Market Trends: Updates on industry shifts, such as consumer spending habits, inflation impacts, or the rise of Ready-to-Drink (RTD) canned cocktails and non-alcoholic beverages.
- Wine & Spirits Education: Deep dives into winemaking techniques, region classifications, distillery news, or vineyard technology.
- Culture & Lifestyle: Travel guides for wine regions, celebrity/athlete alcohol brand reviews, and advice on food pairings.
It is essentially a daily news digest built for liquor industry professionals, bartenders, sommelier students, and wine enthusiasts who want to see what is trending in the beverage world on June 11, 2026.
Liquor Industry News 06-10-26 The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW)
June 10, 2026Exploring all things wine with you!
This link points to a curated Flipboard “magazine” titled “LIQUOR INDUSTRY NEWS 06-10-26”.
It is put together by Mark Lenzi, creator of The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW), who regularly compiles trending news across the wine, beer, and spirits sectors.
The collection contains 19 stories from various lifestyle and beverage publications. Some of the featured highlights include:
- Coors Light’s New ‘Tallerboy’: A Food & Wine article about Coors Light launching a massive, oversized canister designed to hold the equivalent of three beers at once.
- Bordeaux Wine Trends: A piece from The Drinks Business detailing how an increasing number of Bordeaux producers are abandoning strict regional appellation rules in favor of the more flexible “Vin de France” designation to experiment with grape varieties.
- Elijah Craig Bourbon Revival: A Food & Wine piece reporting on Heaven Hill reintroducing its rare 21-Year-Old Single Barrel Bourbon at 94 proof after being off the market for over a decade.
- Simplified Cocktails: A summer trends report from Delish noting that bartenders are seeing a shift away from overly complex cocktails in favor of simpler drinks.
- U.S. Alcohol Consumption Data: A map and data analysis from VinePair breaking down the latest numbers on which states consume the most liquor per capita.
- Wine and Salmon Pairings: A Real Simple feature interviewing sommeliers on why a light red wine (like Pinot Noir) often makes a better pairing for rich salmon than standard white wines.
Liquor Industry News 06-09-26 The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW)
June 9, 2026Exploring all things wine with you!
This Flipboard magazine “LIQUOR INDUSTRY NEWS 06-09-26”, curated by Mark Lenzi (from The Wonderful World of Wine), features a collection of articles focusing on wine industry trends, health studies, celebrity spirits, and travel.
Here are the featured stories from that collection:
- “Beyond the Buzzwords: The Evolution of the Natural Wine Movement” (via Substack / Sandra E. Taylor)
- Summary: This piece dives into the misconception that all wine is naturally an unadulterated product of the soil. It explores what “natural wine” actually means today and how the movement is evolving beyond just marketing buzzwords.
- “When People Say They Want Sustainable Wine, Are They Telling the Truth?” (via Substack / Robert Joseph)
- Summary: An industry analysis looking at consumer behavior versus consumer stated preferences. While surveys and research frequently show that consumers demand greener, more sustainable winemaking practices, this piece questions whether their actual purchasing habits back up those claims.
- “No Increased Risk of Cancer Death from Moderate Alcohol Consumption: Study” (via Substack / Tom Wark)
- Summary: This article addresses the ongoing public health debate regarding alcohol consumption, highlighting a study indicating that moderate drinking doesn’t necessarily carry an increased risk of cancer death, while challenging how organizations like the WHO and mainstream media report on alcohol health risks.
- “What’s Actually in Your Wine, and Why Almost None of It is on the Label” (via Substack / Raphael Ventresca)
- Summary: An inside look into the modern winemaking process, revealing how common ingredients like cultured yeast, fining agents, added sugars, and sulfur are frequently used in production but rarely listed on the final bottle label.
- “Are Athlete-Made Spirits Actually Good? We Tested Them in a March Madness-Style Bracket” (via Food & Wine / Ray Isle)
- Summary: A fun, competitive review of the booming celebrity alcohol market—specifically looking at liquor brands owned or endorsed by famous athletes. The author pits various athlete-backed spirits against each other in a bracket style to see which ones actually taste good.
- “Just Outside Philadelphia Is Pennsylvania’s Scenic County Known For Wineries And World-Class Gardens” (via Islands / Kaylee Giacomini)
- Summary: A travel and lifestyle feature showcasing Chester County, Pennsylvania. It highlights the region as an underrated, scenic getaway famous for its local wineries and beautiful public gardens.
Liquor Industry News 06-08-26 The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW)
June 8, 2026Exploring all things wine with you!
This link opens up a curated Flipboard magazine titled “LIQUOR INDUSTRY NEWS 06-08-26”, put together by Mark Lenzi from The Wonderful World of Wine. It contains 15 stories tailored for wine and spirits enthusiasts looking into industry trends, tips, and travel destinations.
Here are some of the standout stories featured in the collection:
🎙️ Featured Podcast Episode
- Episode 317 – Tariffs, Triumphs, and the Supreme Court: A Conversation with Victor Owen Schwartz (via SoundCloud)
- Hosts Kim Simone and Mark Lenzi host a discussion tackling how major legal landscapes—including Supreme Court decisions and international tariffs—are directly impacting the wine and spirits market.
🍷 Wine Culture & Travel
- The 7 Best Napa Valley Wineries to Visit This Summer (via Robb Report)
- A guide to the absolute must-visit tasting rooms in America’s most famous wine country, designed for travelers planning an epicurean summer adventure.
- What a Restaurant’s Cheapest Wine Really Tells You About the Rest of the Menu (via Spatula Desserts)
- An insider look at restaurant psychology and menu design, revealing how a venue’s entry-level wine selection reflects the quality, care, and pricing of the food items.
🍹 Summer Drink Trends
- 12 Expert Tips for Adding Coconut Water to Your Cocktails This Summer (via Tasting Table)
- A practical piece for summer hosting that bridges the gap between hydration and mixology, offering expert tricks on balancing flavors when adding coconut water to seasonal drinks.
Liquor Industry News 06-07-26 The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW)
June 7, 2026Exploring all things wine with you!
This Flipboard link leads to a curated digital magazine titled “LIQUOR INDUSTRY NEWS 06-07-26,” put together by Mark Lenzi under the profile The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW).
The featured story spotlighted in this specific edition focuses heavily on the debate surrounding proper wine service aesthetics versus functionality:
- “Wine Pros Agree: You’re Using the Wrong Glass for Champagne” (from Food & Wine, written by Gina Pace)
- The Core Argument: While the classic, slender Champagne flute has long been the universal symbol for celebrations, beverage professionals argue that it actually hinders your drinking experience.
- Why it matters: The narrow design of a traditional flute prevents the wine from opening up, trapping the complex aromas and subtle nuances of a high-quality Champagne. Drinkers who stick strictly to flutes miss out on the full sensory profile that a slightly wider glass can unlock.
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This link takes you to a curated Flipboard magazine called “LIQUOR INDUSTRY NEWS 06-06-26,” put together by Mark Lenzi (The Wonderful World of Wine). It tracks a mix of quirky history, industry trends, and beverage science.
A few of the standout stories featured in this specific roundup include:
🔬 Ancient Brews & Science
- Beer From a Mummy: Researchers are planning a highly unusual brewing project. They have managed to collect prehistoric yeast strains from the preserved corpse of Ötzi the Iceman—the famous 5,300-year-old mummy discovered frozen in the Alps—and intend to use them to brew a truly ancient style of beer.
✈️ Beverage Trends & Dynamics
- Wine at 30,000 Feet: An industry piece breaks down why wine tastes entirely different when you are on a plane. Because aircraft cabins are pressurized to altitudes equivalent to 6,000 to 8,000 feet above sea level, your taste buds change. Wine judges weigh in on what actually makes a wine profile survive and taste good at high altitudes.
- The Rise of Ranch Water: Food & Wine highlights the enduring appeal of “Ranch Water,” the ultra-simple, refreshing Texas staple cocktail consisting of tequila, lime juice, and Topo Chico sparkling mineral water.
🥃 Distillery Culture
- Naming the Stills: A fun feature from VinePair explores the personality behind liquor production. Because copper stills are essentially the heart and soul of any distillery operation, distillers frequently treat them like family, giving their favorite ones clever, historical, or flat-out bizarre nicknames.
The magazine serves as a neat snapshot of how modern science, pop culture, and ancient history are intersecting in the beverage world right now.
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June 5, 2026Exploring all things wine with you!
This link points to a curated Flipboard magazine titled “LIQUOR INDUSTRY NEWS 06-05-26,” put together by Mark Lenzi from The Wonderful World of Wine. The collection features 18 stories exploring various facets of the beverage world, with a heavy emphasis on demystifying wine concepts, industry trends, and consumer communication.
The top featured stories from this collection include:
- “What Is ABV And Why Does It Matter?” (Substack – Paul Gregutt) This piece digs into the basics of alcohol by volume (ABV). It discusses how ABV serves as a core baseline fact in almost every wine review and why understanding that percentage is important for both flavor profiles and consumer awareness.
- “A Certified Cicerone’s Guide to Beer for Wine Lovers” (Food & Wine – Sean Evans) Written from the perspective of beer expert Anne Becerra, this article explores how wine enthusiasts can easily navigate the beer aisle. It offers practical tips on reading freshness dates, recognizing complex beer styles, and finding common ground between the two beverage worlds.
- “What does that even mean?” (Substack – Lettie Teague) A deep dive into industry communication and wine jargon. Highlighting a headline that reads “Taste Communication Costs Wine Industry Seven Million New Consumers,” Teague explores her personal pet peeves with convoluted wine language and suggests how better communication can prevent alienating casual drinkers. It also highlights a great, budget-friendly rosé.
- “Why diversity is Grüner Veltliner’s ace in the hole” (The Drinks Business) This story covers the versatility and distinct styles of Austria’s flagship white grape variety, Grüner Veltliner, explaining how its stylistic range makes it a powerful asset in the global market.
Overall, the collection leans into education and bridging the gap between industry professionals and consumers.
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June 4, 2026Exploring all things wine with you!
This Flipboard magazine, curated by Mark Lenzi (The Wonderful World of Wine), contains a roundup of 14 stories focused on the beverage and liquor industry.
The main highlighted stories include a mix of industry retrospectives, product guides, travel features, and archeological discoveries:
- The 15 Beers That Defined American Craft Brewing — and Where They Are Now (from VinePair): Written by Aaron Goldfarb, this retrospective covers the evolution of the American craft beer movement. It looks back at the foundational beers that challenged “Big Beer” lagers and tracks what has happened to those classic brews today.
- The 10 Best High-Proof Tequilas (from VinePair): A guide by Stephen Bradley breaking down top-tier, high-proof tequilas. The piece notes how consumer perceptions of tequila have shifted, highlighting how the spirit is moving beyond its “party drink” reputation into a more appreciated, complex category.
- You Have to Ride This Beautiful Wine Train in Napa, California (from Time Out): A travel and experience piece by Erika Mailman highlighting the Napa Valley Wine Train, detailing how it successfully pairs vintage train travel with premium California wine tastings.
- Oldest Wine in the World Is Still Liquid Inside 2,000-Year-Old Roman Funeral Urn (from ZME Science): A fascinating historical piece by Tibi Puiu covering an archeological discovery where liquid wine was found remarkably preserved inside an ancient Roman tomb’s funeral urn.
The collection as a whole is designed to bridge the gap between casual beverage lovers and industry insiders, touching on beer, spirits, wine culture, and history.
