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Liquor Industry News 06-06-22

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The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

By: Mark C Lenzi

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

06-06-2022

Liquor Industry Week In Review

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

A Very Important Guide to Pairing Popcorn and Wine

NFTs and Wine – The Long Read

Wine bottle foil is wasteful, annoying — and going away

Chile officially launches organic wine association with memorable acronym

It’s official; Chile has unveiled its first association for certified organic wine producers, and it’s been given a distinctive and memorable acronym.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2022/05/chile-officially-launches-organic-wine-association-with-memorable-acronym/

New Baileys

‘Diageo is releasing limited time offer Baileys Colada nationwide. Retailing at $25 a 750-ml bottle, Baileys Colada is a 17% abv blend of Irish cream and the flavors of coconut and pineapple, recommended to be served over ice or in a variety of cocktails. To boost the launch, Baileys has partnered with floral sculpture artist Mr. Flower Fantastic and actress and producer La La Anthony to create Colada cocktail recipes that will be featured at cultural events across the country this summer.

TTB Approves California’s Newest Sonoma AVA: The West Sonoma Coast

The West Sonoma Coast AVA is located within the westernmost portion of Sonoma County, holding approximately 50 vineyards planted with varieties ranging from Pinot Noir and Chardonnay to Syrah.

https://www.winebusiness.com/news/article/258997

NFTs and Wine – The Long Read

Almost overnight, NFTs – Non-Fungible Tokens have come from nowhere in the art world to become a market worth more than a quarter of the value of the US wine trade. Now they are moving into wine. In this extensive article, Robert Joseph attempts to throw some light on a very complex picture.

https://www.wine-business-international.com/wine/analysis/nfts-and-wine-long-read

Alsace Grand Cru Goes Red

It’s a red letter day for Alsace with Pinot Noir being approved for grand cru status.

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2022/05/alsace-grands-crus-go-red

Adaptogens and Botanical Infusions are Showing Up in Drinks. What Do They Do?

Since ancient times, alcohol has been used to support health.

https://www.winemag.com/2022/05/23/adaptogens-drinks-guide/

Italian Wine Brands, DOC delle Venezie

With an ambition to become “global ambassadors of Italian taste”, Italian Wine Brands is the second biggest producer of Prosecco and a gigantic player in Pinot Grigio.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2022/05/producer-profile-italian-wine-brands-doc-delle-venezie/

How one of Spain’s most significant wine testing laboratories is using nuclear magnetic resonance to protect the industry

The biggest shift the wine industry has seen in recent years is towards food safety and product certification.

https://www.bruker.com/en/landingpages/bbio/resolution-in-a-new-dimension-for-solving-challenges-of-society/how-one-of-spains-most-significant-wine-testing-laboratories-is-using-nmr.html

Oregon Pinot Noir is Renowned. Why Doesn’t the Variety Excel in Washington?

It’s not for lack of trying. Pinot Noir was first planted in Washington in 1941.

https://www.winemag.com/2022/05/27/pinot-noir-washington/

Americans Think It Would Be Cooler If More People Smoked Weed Instead of Drank Booze

America would probably be a better place if everyone swapped out alcohol for weed.

https://merryjane.com/news/americans-think-it-would-be-cooler-if-more-people-smoked-weed-instead-of-drank-booze

Wineally Launches Groundbreaking Wine Matching App

After years of intensive development, the Wineally system is launched in different versions for restaurants, wine merchants and wine producers as well as an app for consumers. The system enables all parts of the wine trade to increase their revenues and cut cost and consumers to get better wine and dine moments by offering several unique functions.

https://wineindustryadvisor.com/2022/05/24/wineally-launches-groundbreaking-wine-matching-app

Why Unsung Wine Made Near Rome Is Finally Enjoying a Renaissance

‘Vino’ author and sommelier Joe Campanale makes a case for the wines of Lazio.

https://www.thrillist.com/drink/nation/lazio-italy-natural-wine-renaissance

You Think You Know Prosecco? Wait Until You Meet Sui Lieviti

Cloudy, chunky, and a little bit wild, ladies and gentlemen, please give a warm welcome to sui lieviti. Or, more formally: Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore Sui Lieviti DOCG Brut Nature.

https://www.vinography.com/2022/05/you-think-you-know-prosecco-wait-until-you-meet-sui-lieviti

The Taiwanese Wine Renaissance

During the 80-year monopoly, however, grape growing thrived through government subsidies that lasted until 1997.

https://www.guildsomm.com/public_content/features/articles/b/leona-de-pasquale/posts/taiwan-wine

Wine bottle foil is wasteful, annoying — and going away

Are we seeing the end of the wine capsule?

https://www.washingtonpost.com/food/2022/05/26/wine-bottle-foil-going-away/

Scientists claim higher altitude vines may adapt ‘better’ to climate change

The areas most suitable for viticulture are likely to shift into higher altitudes due to climate change, according to scientists.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2022/05/scientists-claim-higher-altitude-vines-may-adapt-better-to-climate-change/

A Very Important Guide to Pairing Popcorn and Wine

Whether you prefer your bucket or bowl with savory flavors, a buttery topping or sweet and sticky, there is a wine from one of the many diverse regions across the country that will really make it pop.

https://www.winemag.com/2022/05/27/how-to-pair-popcorn-and-wine/

Why You Should Be Drinking Wine—Not Beer—with Your BBQ

Plus, some excellent pairing advice from a top winery and sommelier.

https://www.eatingwell.com/article/7964544/why-you-should-be-drinking-wine-not-beer-with-your-bbq/

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