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11-14-15
By: Mark C Lenzi
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Liquor Industry Week In Review
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Another Total Wine In MA?
2015 Survey of American Wine Consumer Preferences
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This Sommelier Is Turning Wine-Speak into Comics
Maryse Chavrier—sommelier at Dominique Crenn’s Petit Crenn in San Francisco—decided to channel foofy wine slang into art. The result: Fresh Cut Garden Hose, an Instagram account that contains a series of cartoons inspired by the strangest of somm-speak.
http://munchies.vice.com/articles/this-sommelier-is-turning-wine-speak-into-comics
The importance of being Cannubi (and its subzones)
Every owner of rows planted to Nebbiolo in Cannubi was granted the right to use the mention of Cannubi at the estate’s discretion
The Best New IPAs to Drink
The American IPA is the number-one craft style and accounts for about a quarter of all craft beer sold.
http://www.mensjournal.com/expert-advice/the-best-new-ipas-to-drink-20151030
Cupcake Chardonnay Update
Cupcake Vineyards has moved its Chardonnay offering to a Monterey County appellation for the newly released 2014 vintage, and is also now 100% barrel fermented. Previously, Cupcake Chardonnay ($10 a 750-ml.) fell under a Central Coast appellation. Part of The Wine Group portfolio, Cupcake sells 3 million cases annually in the U.S. market.
Samuel Adams Introduces Rebel Grapefruit IPA
Samuel Adams seems to be making up for lost IBU’s, quickly expanding their Rebel IPA line to a new Rebel Grapefruit IPA
http://www.newschoolbeer.com/2015/11/samuel-adams-introduces-rebel-grapefruit-ipa.html
These Craft Beers For Christmas Hit the Shelves
8 great seasonal beers, appealing to a gamut of tastes.
http://fortune.com/2015/11/07/craft-beer-christmas-holidays/
Massachusetts Excise Tax On Wine
How much excise tax is your winery paying in Massachusetts?
http://gawvanmale.com/massachusetts-excise-tax/
Alsace seeks grand cru status for red wines
Pinot Noir, the only red grape grown in Alsace, cannot be labeled grand cru even if it is grown in the same vineyard as grand cru whites
http://www.lepanmedia.com/alsace-seeks-grand-cru-status-for-red-wines/#sthash.oCk6WX91.dpuf
New quality standards set for Austrian Sekt
A new three-tier quality pyramid developed for Austrian Sekt matches – or even surpasses – the standards set by Champagne, according to the country’s Wine Marketing Board.
http://www.decanter.com/wine/new-quality-standards-set-for-austrian-sekt-281203/#7fVtSD4hEswPGQlr.99
This State’s Wine Has a LOT Less Arsenic & Lead Than The Others
Study says that wine consumption should be considered as one of multiple food and beverage sources.
James Sucklings Top 100 Wines In 2015
In all, JamesSuckling.com reviewed close to 9,000 wines to create this formidable list of the Top 100 Wines in 2015
http://www.jamessuckling.com/my-top-100-wines-in-2015-.html
A Tasting of Chinese Wines
Because Bordeaux is so prized in China, most Chinese wine producers use it as a model.
http://www.nytimes.com/2015/11/08/business/international/a-tasting-of-chinese-wines.html?_r=0
Fetzer Vineyards Becomes Largest Winery To Go Net Positive
It is the first winery in California to operate on 100 percent renewable energy, the first wine company in the world to receive zero-waste certification, and the first winery to publicly report its greenhouse gas emissions with the climate registry.
http://www.triplepundit.com/2015/11/fetzer-vineyards-becomes-largest-winery-go-net-positive/
Beetle juice creates headaches for wine makers
An abundance of ladybugs is creating headaches for Iowa’s wine industry.
Strategies for Teaching Beginning Tasters: Discovering the Internal Wine Map
Find out how they organize all this sensory information in their internal field—their so-called wine map
AMERICA’S MOST UNDERRATED WINE REGIONS
Get your corkscrew primed — a bunch of suggestions are coming your way.
Why does wine smell?
Recent chemical analyses suggest that wines contain something in the range, roughly, of 25 to 35 odor-active compounds.
http://palatepress.com/2015/11/wine/why-does-wine-smell/
Study: Drinking Champagne boosts memory
Researchers hope to translate their findings into concrete recommendations
Owner Hubert de Billy, the grandson of Maurice Pol Roger, pours a glass of his 2004 vintage champagne at the Pol Roger Champagne House in Epernay, France, Thursday, Oct. 15, 2014. (AP Photo/Virginia Mayo)
http://koin.com/2015/11/08/study-champagne-boosts-memory-prevents-dementia/
Can Wine Grapes Be Grown Without Chemicals?
Water is a chemical. Compost is a complex mix of chemicals.
http://www.winesandvines.com/blog/?p=1&t=0&a=0&d=160663&r=1&n=37
New Gansett
Narragansett Beer is introducing Big Mamie Indestructable American Pale Ale, a new offering. The release commemorates the 50th anniversary of the maritime museum Battleship Cove at Fall River, Massachusetts, where the World War II war ship USS Massachusetts—known as Big Mamie—is still docked. A 4.5% abv pale ale, the new entry will be available through the winter in six-packs of 16-ounce cans across Narragansett’s distribution footprint, retailing at $8.99-$9.99.
The Great Bourbon Heist: The Sordid Tale of the Stolen Pappy Van Winkle
Van Winkle whiskeys have become liquors of legend in recent years,
Sam Adams Utopia
Boston Beer has debuted the 2015 edition of its Samuel Adams Utopias barrel-aged beer. Brewed in small batches, this year’s Utopias vintage was blended with previous vintages going back to 1992, then finished in a mix of barrels—including Cognac, Armagnac, Port, Madeira and others—at the Samuel Adams Boston Brewery. At 28% abv, it’s suggested to be served as a two-ounce pour in a snifter glass at room temperature. 10,000 bottles were produced, retailing at $199 apiece at select specialty beer and liquor stores.
Pinnacle Vodka Seasonal Favorites
CHARDONNAY GRAPE FLAVOURED VODKA TO LAUNCH
The “first” vodka flavoured with real Chardonnay grapes is preparing to launch in the UK designed to “put sipping vodka back on the map”.
EPINT ‘CAN CALL DRINKERS A CAB WHEN THEY’VE HIT THEIR LIMIT’
A ‘smart’ beer mug invented by a US tech start-up promises to monitor users’ drinking and even call them a cab when they’ve had enough.
http://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2015/11/epint-can-call-drinkers-a-cab-when-theyve-hit-their-limit/
UNCORKED: THE SOMM LIFE IS COMING TO THE SMALL SCREEN
“Uncorked” is a six–part series of hour long episodes following six aspiring Master Sommeliers as they prepare for, and eventually take, the Master Sommelier test.
https://grapecollective.com/articles/uncorked-the-somm-life-is-coming-to-the-small-screen
Vines! That’s The Choice Premium Wine Boost Treasury Wine Estates Gets From Buying Diageo
What Kind of Wine Should I Bring to a Holiday Party?
There are three key types of holiday parties to which you should be concerned with bringing great wine: the office holiday party, you in-laws’ holiday party and your neighbor’s holiday party. Each one of these very different social gatherings could require a completely different mindset for holiday drinking, so let’s look at each separately and start shopping now.
http://www.eater.com/2015/11/11/9711820/wine-holiday-party-christmas
2015 Survey of American Wine Consumer Preferences
American Wine Consumer Preference Survey launched by Sonoma State University (SSU) and the Wine Business Institute.
We love the graph for places to buy wine!
http://www.winebusiness.com/news/?go=getArticle&dataid=160722
“Let’s Save The Prosecco”
Glera (the grape) also known has Prosecco (the wine) is probably one of the most incredible success stories of the wine industry of Italy
http://buywine.com/lets-save-the-prosecco-77153-blog-detail.aspx
Domaine Select Agrees To Acquire France-Focused Importer Robert Kacher Selections
New York-based importer and wholesaler Domaine Select has agreed to acquire the majority of assets of importer Robert Kacher Selections. Under the deal, Domaine Select will manage the day-to-day business of the Robert Kacher Selections portfolio—focused on French wines, and also including offerings from Portugal and Argentina—starting immediately, with the transaction expected to close by the end of the year. The Kacher acquisition follows Domaine Select’s recent partnership with private equity Walden Capital Management, as well as its purchase of Miami-based fine wine distributor Vinecraft, LLC.
Another Total Wine In MA??
Total Wine & More is eyeing a new store location in Everett, Massachusetts, the Boston Globe reports. The proposed site is a 24,500-square foot space at the city’s Gateway Center, which formerly housed an OfficeMax. Total Wine has been moving aggressively in the Bay State recently. In addition to the Everett proposal, Total is set to open its first Massachusetts store in Natick this month and has also filed an application for a location in Shrewsbury.
Stop Being Intimidated by Wine, America
When was the last time you felt embarrassed and clueless when ordering juice, ice cream, or smoothies? Now, how about wine?
http://www.bonappetit.com/drinks/wine/article/demystifying-wine
Hidden France: A Cahors Malbec masterclass
Malbec may be primarily associated with Argentina – particularly Mendoza – but its original home in Cahors in south west France is enjoying a revival, guests discovered at the Decanter Fine Wine Encounter.
The Seven Valleys of Rioja
This is an advanced article on the minutia of the different terroirs of Rioja
Understanding German Riesling by the Label
To understand German Riesling it’s helpful to know the two primary facets that define this wine: the origin of the wine and the quality/sweetness level.
Maui Brewing Expands Distribution to Florida, New York & Massachusetts
Maui Brewing Co is excited to announce that their craft beer can now be purchased in more states on the East Coast! The beer can now be found in Florida, New York, and Massachusetts!
10 Hard Ciders You’ve Never Heard of, But Need to Try
Good news, the cider scene is better than ever.
ARE SUPERTASTERS GETTING MORE OUT OF WINE THAN YOU ARE?
The term “supertaster” was coined in 1991 by current professor at University of Florida’s Center for Smell and Taste, Linda Bartoshuk, while she was working at Yale
https://grapecollective.com/articles/are-supertasters-getting-more-out-of-wine-than-you-are
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Thanksgiving Wines Class Thursday, November 19, 2015 7pm
When it comes to serving wine for Thanksgiving, did you know it’s more about matching the wine to the side dishes than to the turkey? We’ll taste through a variety of whites and reds, all of which would make a great addition to your Thanksgiving Day table. Cheese and crackers will be provided.
Great Holiday Gift Wines Class Thursday, December 3, 2015 7pm
Are you thinking of buying a bottle of wine as a holiday gift for that wine lover on your list? We can help! We’ll taste through six wines in different styles, all of which will make fantastic, stress-free gift giving. We’ll also explore other wine-related gift giving ideas. Cheese and crackers will be provided.
Sign ups are now open online or visit the Norfolk Recreation office at 1 Liberty Lane, Norfolk, MA 02056 Telephone: (508)520-1315, recreation@virtualnorfolk.org
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