Liquor Industry News 02-14-22

Franklin Liquors

Liquor Industry News

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

By: Mark C Lenzi

CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, IWS*, SWS, OWE, IWM*

02-14-2022

Liquor Industry Week In Review

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

Does Weather Affect the Taste of Wine?

Ocean-Aged Whiskey Is Not Just a Gimmick

Why does alcohol mess with my sleep?

Gambero Rosso Announces Tre Bicchieri U.S. Tour to Continue in February As Scheduled

Monday, February 28 with stops in San Francisco, Chicago, New York City and Boston, respectively.

https://wineindustryadvisor.com/2022/01/27/gambero-rosso-tre-bicchieri-us-tour-2

How to Drink Vermouth, According to an Italian Bartender

With multiple guises and styles, vermouth presents a complex landscape.

https://vinepair.com/articles/bartender-vermouth-advice/

Go Wine Tasting With This Virginia Wine Guide

Virginia and wine have a lengthy history, one that dates back to the pre-nation days of Thomas Jefferson and others

https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/virginia-wine-guide/

Cheap Champagnes You Should Always Buy

Don’t despair over finding drinkable budget-priced bubbly, though!

https://www.mashed.com/750056/cheap-champagnes-you-should-always-buy/?utm_campaign=clip

World’s first molecular ‘beverage printer’ can produce ‘infinite amount of drinks’

Cana Technology has been working on the prototype of its “molecular beverage printer” for four years. With US$30 million in funding secured, a machine capable of printing “an infinite number of beverages” could revolutionise the beverage industry.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2022/01/worlds-first-molecular-beverage-printer-can-produce-infinite-amount-of-drinks/

How Britain shaped the wine world

The British Isles has influenced certain wine styles more than any other nation

https://www.decanter.com/features/how-britain-shaped-the-wine-world-245518/

The ins and outs of bringing your own wine to restaurants

Here are some considerations and best practices when deciding whether to bring your own wine.

https://www.saucemagazine.com/a/59624/the-ins-and-outs-of-bringing-your-own-wine-to-restaurants

What’s the Difference Between Club Soda, Seltzer, and Sparkling Water? (And Tonic, Too)

Carbonated water in its many iterations can be confusing.

https://vinepair.com/articles/difference-club-soda-vs-seltzer-sparkling-tonic/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=f7bc059963-JAN_28_2022___COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-f7bc059963-38937345&mc_cid=f7bc059963&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

A guide to Chianti Classico’s new sub-zones

Chianti Classico wines will soon be able to show one of 11 new sub-zone names on their labels, although you won’t find them on shelves for a while yet. Emily O’Hare takes us on a tour of the new sub-zones, with a selection of wines to try.

https://www.decanter.com/premium/chianti-classicos-new-sub-zones-472451/

The Lambrusco Revolution

How the new generation of Lambrusco producers is setting the record straight for one of Italy’s most historic wines

https://www.beer52.com/ferment/article/1135/the-lambrusco-revolution

Why does alcohol mess with my sleep?

But even if you thud into dreamland, there’s a good chance that too much alcohol will mean a fitful night of sleep.

https://www.pressdemocrat.com/article/lifestyle/why-does-alcohol-mess-with-my-sleep/

The Best of Italian Sparklers

In the world of sparkling wine Italy gives us a delight of choice from the tank method Prosecco to the traditional method of Trentodoc and Franciacorta plus triple fermentation examples I’ve been amazed by from Le Marche region.

https://glassofbubbly.com/the-best-of-italian-sparklers/

Why Have Vegetable-Based Cocktails Become So Popular, and Can They Really Be Good for You?

For decades, we’ve been conditioned to sip cocktails sweetened and mixed with fruits, not veggies.

https://vinepair.com/articles/egetable-based-cocktails/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=7f0b936eb7-FEB_1_2022___&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-7f0b936eb7-38937345&mc_cid=7f0b936eb7&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

The Differences Between Vintage and NonVintage Wines, Explained

On its face, the difference between vintage and nonvintage wines is simple.

https://www.winemag.com/2022/02/01/difference-vintage-nonvintage-wine/

A Guide To Eco-Friendly Wine

Eco-friendly wine derives its name mainly from the grape-farming and wine-making practices that winemakers follow.

https://greenerideal.com/food/0724-a-guide-to-eco-friendly-wine/

Chianti Classico DOCG raises the bar: Producers to add new subzone and Gran Selezione 

Chianti, located in the region of Tuscany, is one of Italy’s most iconic and best-known wines. Officially delineated and protected by Cosimo III d’ Medici in 1716, it is also a forerunner to the modern-day denomination structure.

https://www.decanter.com/wine-news/chianti-classico-docg-raises-the-bar-producers-to-add-new-subzone-and-gran-selezione-473850/

The Lifecycle of a Wine Bottle, From Sand to the Economy of Recycling

Glass bottles have been the standard for storing wine since the 17th century. But where does the glass come from, and what happens to the bottle after you’re done?

https://www.winemag.com/2022/01/31/wine-bottle-recycling-sustainability/

DOC delle Venezie makes up 77% of Triveneto Pinot Grigio bottled in 2021

Triveneto Pinot Grigio recorded 6% growth in 2021 over the previous calendar year, for a total bottled Pinot Grigio Denomination of almost 2.4 million hectolitres (hl), despite the challenges to the sector brought about by the pandemic.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2022/02/doc-delle-venezie-makes-up-77-of-triveneto-pinot-grigio-bottled-in-2021/

Do Fitness Lovers Drink More? New Study Says Yes

Researchers found a link between people with high fitness levels and moderate to heavy drinking habits

https://www.winespectator.com/articles/do-fitness-lovers-drink-more-new-study-says-yes

The Tequila & Mezcal Masters 2022 results

The number of excellent Tequila and mezcal bottlings on the market has been increasing at an impressive rate, with producers bringing interesting expressions to keen consumers, as this year’s blind-tasting competition showed.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2022/02/the-tequila-mezcal-masters-2022-results/

The Ground-Breaking Tuscan Wines Every Cellar Needs

Once commonly known as “Super Tuscans,” today’s popular bottlings from the Indicazione Geografica Tipica (IGT) appellation of Toscana descend from a handful of rebel wines that heralded a new era of winemaking in Italy.

https://www.winemag.com/2020/04/23/10-famous-tuscan-wines/


An experimental white Noir Pinot from Central Otago is turning heads

However strong their quality credentials, some wines attract attention for their curiosity value as much as anything else – and that’s certainly going to be the case if you decide to make a white Pinot Noir in Central Otago. Richard Woodard investigates.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2022/02/an-experimental-white-noir-pinot-from-central-otago-is-turning-heads/

What Makes a Beer Good?

The answer to your question of what makes a good beer comes down to whether you like it or not

https://thesuntimesnews.com/g/dexter-mi/n/63114/what-makes-beer-good

All the Flavors and Aromas in Your PATRÓN Tequila

One of the few brands that still makes tequila the hard way, by hand without artificial flavorings or ingredients,

https://vinepair.com/articles/tequila-flavors-and-aromas-mapped/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=adfd64a70d-FEB_2_2022___&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-adfd64a70d-38937345&mc_cid=adfd64a70d&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Can you preserve open wine successfully?

Sometimes you open a wine and don’t want to finish it that night. Will it be OK the next day?

https://winemag.co.za/wine/opinion/jamie-goode-can-you-preserve-open-wine-successfully/

Ocean-Aged Whiskey Is Not Just a Gimmick

There’s a hell of a lot more interaction between the liquid and the wood, obviously, because it’s constantly agitated.”

https://vinepair.com/articles/ocean-aged-whiskey/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=4030968fa6-FEB_3_2022__&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-4030968fa6-38937345&mc_cid=4030968fa6&mc_eid=d42ed911dc


Drinking Only One Type of Wine is Bad for Your Palate (Sorry)

As recreational­ wine drinkers, it’s equally important to keep an open mind, as it can be too easy to pass on a wine outside of your comfort zone.

https://www.winemag.com/2019/12/18/expand-your-palate-wine/

Could China’s brewing and distilling industries run out of fresh water? 

China’s water shortage is becoming both an issue that could affect the brewing and distilling industry, according to global policy experts.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2022/02/could-chinas-brewing-and-distilling-industry-run-out-of-fresh-water/

Barolo vs Brunello vs Barbaresco: What’s the difference?

Why do so many of Italy’s greatest red wines begin with the letter ‘B’? Here are some of the key differences if you’re trying to decide which of those big hitters is for you.

https://www.decanter.com/learn/barolo-vs-brunello-vs-barbaresco-whats-the-difference-436528/

Champagne Vs. Prosecco: A Comparison Of Two Sparkling Wines

When you see a flute glass filled with sparkling wine, do you immediately think that it’s Champagne?

https://advancedmixology.com/blogs/art-of-mixology/champagne-vs-prosecco

When Is The Best Time Of Day To Drink Alcoholic Beverages?

Day drinking and late-night partying can both have an effect on your health. Here are the optimal times to have a drink.

https://www.huffpost.com/entry/when-is-best-time-of-day-to-drink_l_61fa9db2e4b084213da217be

Does Weather Affect the Taste of Wine?

Some winemakers claim that barometric pressure changes impact their wines. We investigated

https://pix.wine/the-drop/does-weather-affect-wine/

The Next Varietal Trend—Analysts Weigh In

But varietally, no one is quite sure what the next big winner may be—or even if the very concept of varietals is as relevant as it used to be.

https://wineindustryadvisor.com/2022/01/28/varietal-trends

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.

Shop Here

Franklin Liquors New Daily Newspaper

The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW)

wine-background-seamless-pattern-imitation-newspaper-33595872

 Our Daily Wine Newspaper

Weekly Newsletter

The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW) Podcast

Listen On Our Facebook Page OR On Franklin Radio 102.9 FM

On Air Wednesday 10:00am, 01:00PM and 7:00PM

And

Saturday at 01:00PM

Website

Instagram

Listen On i Tunes

Listen On Soundcloud

Official Merchandise

Review Show Here

Sign Up For Our Weekly Newsletter

signup

Get updated On Liquor Industry News, Events, Sales And More!

http://bit.ly/1q72JV3

Find Us Online

www.franklinliquors.com

Screen Shot 2016-07-25 at 2.58.51 PM

Like Us On Facebook

Facebook

www.facebook.com/franklinliquorsMA

Follow Us On Twitter

twitter

www.twitter.com/franklinliquors

#shopfranklin

Shop Franklin

Our Latest Specials

Liquor

Liquor Special

Liquor Sale Items

Wine

Wine Special

Wine Sale Items

Beer

Beer Special

Beer Sale Items

Beer Keg Information Page

Keg Image

We Are On Pointy

Browse Our Product List

Upcoming Events

imagesCAFRD0UT

Our Education Schedule

Franklin Wine Club 

Wine Explorers wanted!

Over 860 Club Members!

How To attend and join

http://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/

http://www.facebook.com/FranklinwineclubMA

Food And Wine Events

FOOD

 Our TV Show And Facebook Page

Food Uncorked (larger)

Franklin Liquors Wine Education

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

Italian Wine Maestro-The Vinitaly International Academy (First Class In USA)

Italian Wine Scholar IWS*-Wine Scholar Guild

New Card Back 2016

Screen Shot 2016-07-25 at 2.58.51 PM

SaveSave

Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,

Leave a Reply


Discover more from Franklin Liquors-The Wonderful World of Wine

Subscribe now to keep reading and get access to the full archive.

Continue reading