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07-16-16
By: Mark C Lenzi
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Uruguay’s Rising Red and White Grapes
Looking for something different from South America? Take note of Tannat and Albariño.
http://www.winemag.com/2016/07/07/uruguays-rising-red-and-white-grapes/
France in a Flap Over Bidding Adieu to Vine Herbicide
A looming ban on the use of glyphosate in grapegrowing industry has left a country divided.
http://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2016/07/france-in-a-flap-over-bidding-adieu-to-vine-herbicide
Arsenic, Herbicide Wine Scares Put in Context In keynote address at ASEV conference toxicology expert explains there’s little risk
An average man would need to put back five glasses of wine per day, every day, to consume enough inorganic arsenic to run the risk of causing health problems, according to a leading expert on food and beverage toxicology.
http://www.winesandvines.com/template.cfm?section=news&content=171152
La Moneda Reserva malbec – the best cheap wine in the world?
Is Chile’s La Moneda Reserva malbec really the best cheap wine in the world? Probably not. But it is a wonderful example of how screwed up wine is.
http://www.winecurmudgeon.com/la-moneda-reserva-malbec-best-cheap-wine-world/
Treating alcoholics – with wine
The recommended treatment for chronic alcoholism is abstinence. But at the Oaks – a permanent home for those who once lived on the streets – residents are given a measure of wine at hourly intervals. It is called the Managed Alcohol Program, and aims to change the drinking behavior of inveterate addicts.
http://www.bbc.com/news/magazine-36717557
The critics: who’s who, who’s new and who should you listen to?
In an effort to assist you, here is a rundown of just a few of the personalities we occasionally look to – and indeed whose recommendations we may pass on.
http://bbrblog.com/2016/07/06/critics-whos-whos-new-listen/
A sommelier explains why it’s nearly impossible to find good, cheap wine from Italy or France
Quality and price have a complicated relationship — and never more so than when it comes to wine.
http://www.businessinsider.com/why-its-hard-to-find-good-cheap-wine-from-italy-or-france-2016-7
Wine Point Labels Can Be Misleading
The bottle advertised on the tag and the one for sale on the shelf don’t always match.
http://www.wfmynews2.com/news/local/2-wants-to-know/wine-point-labels-can-be-misleading/265453104
Why Clones Matter – And Do They Trump Terroir?
It’s inevitable. When you start thinking about how a clone influences the style of a wine, it becomes a chicken or the egg kind of thing (is it the clone or the terroir that comes first, or which is more important)
In its most simple definition, a clone is a cutting from a grapevine that’s then propagated and cultivated. So each variety— Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, etc. can have innumerable clones from all over the world.
http://napavalleywineacademy.com/why-clones-matter-and-do-they-trump-terroir/
The Lowdown on Wine in a Can
Because cans are light-weight, beach-friendly and recyclable, we know that canned wine is here to stay.
Attention Gin Lovers!
Launched in August last year, Ginventory claims to help users discover their “perfect serve” G&T by pairing its database of more than 2,000 gins with approximately 100 different tonic waters and garnishes.
http://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2016/07/ginventory-app-partners-with-online-retailers/
GENIUS INVENTION SET TO ERADICATE WARM BEER
Two friends have come up with an ingenious new coaster that will make warm beer a thing of the past.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2016/07/genius-invention-set-to-eradicate-warm-beer/
Wine Growlers? Absolutely. You’ll Never Guess Where They’re From.
Every so often something comes along in the wine world that makes you sit up and take notice.
CAVA, Spain’s Effervescent Treasure
Cava is the Spanish sparkling wine made according to the methode champenoise.
http://www.glassofbubbly.com/cava-spains-effervescent-treasure/
10 Things Every Wine Lover Should Know About Tignanello
Italy’s seminal Super Tuscan, Tignanello was born out of a crisis of confidence
IN STOCK!
http://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2016/07/10-things-every-wine-lover-should-know-about-tignanello
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KLM airlines launching world’s first on-tap draught beer on flights
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines is gearing up to be the first airline to serve draught beer on tap.
Treasurer seeks overhaul of ‘unwieldy’ Mass. alcohol laws
Massachusetts Treasurer Deborah Goldberg, who oversees the state’s alcohol regulators, is set to launch a sweeping review of the state’s liquor laws and regulations, calling the current rules outdated, unclear, and burdensome for businesses.
Heat Damage & Fine Wine
Fine wine does not take kindly to overheating or to freezing, yet fine wines are often shipped around the world with less care than cartons of lettuce.
http://wineindustryadvisor.com/2016/07/11/heat-damage-fine-wine
The Seven Most Influential Wine Label Trends
Brooding, dark and mysterious rule the shelf
http://www.forthrightdesign.com/wine-spirits/the-seven-most-influential-wine-label-trends/
A Taste of Rhode Island Wine
The grounds were beautiful, the wines impressive, and the stories evocative.
California wine industry asks feds to tighten labeling standards
The new proposal could mean that the label wording would need to be changed, given that the wine must be fully finished in the state where the grapes were sourced.
http://www.pressdemocrat.com/business/5828537-181/california-wine-industry-asks-feds?artslide=0
NEW WRISTBAND COULD HELP ERADICATE HANGOVERS FOR LIFE
An innovative new wristband is set for release that will measure your blood alcohol levels and let you know when enough is enough.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2016/07/new-wristband-could-help-eradicate-hangovers-for-life/
Beer Biggies Agree To List Calories, Carbs & (Maybe) Ingredients On Bottles
A beer industry trade group announced a voluntary labeling standard that will add some of this information to beer packaging while allowing other data to be accessible via barcode.
The Cheapest Time To Buy Beer, Wine And Everything Else Is …
According to the shopper-rewards app Ibotta, consumers pay 9% more for beer on Saturday than on Monday and 6% more for wine than on Tuesday. This appears to be the first-ever data to show that by purchasing different products on different days, consumers can save cash.
Italy’s Great Pinot Grigios
Follow this guide to find versatile, delicious Pinot Grigios worth savoring.
http://www.winemag.com/2016/07/07/great-grigios/
IT’S ALL ABOUT THE OAK!
There are two main types of oak that are used in winemaking; European Oak, which can come from France, Hungary or Yugoslavia, and American
http://www.snooth.com/articles/your-wine-it-ys-all-about-the-oak/
All About English Wine
If you’re curious about the growing buzz around English wine, this introductory guide to the wines of England will help you get to know the major emerging regions, grapes varieties and styles that are putting England on the map.
http://winefolly.com/review/all-about-english-wine/
Breaking Down the Jargon of Beer
If you’re a beer lover you’ve likely noticed that there is a lot of unfamiliar words being thrown around by the professionals.
http://mendobrew.com/blog/2430_breaking-down-the-jargon-of-beer/
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