Liquor Industry News
The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)
By: Mark C Lenzi
CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, IWS*, SWS, OWE, IWM*
07-14-2025
Liquor Industry Week In Review
The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)
This Weeks Highlights:
New Products
How Does Wildfire Smoke Affect Wine?
What Are Sulfites in Wine
How the wine trade can stem declining sales
Which style of alcohol-free beer is better for your health?
A new study by German scientists has compared the impact of three styles of non-alcoholic beer — pilsner, mixed beer and wheat beer — on the health of a group of young men.
How To Tell If A Sparkling Wine Is Dry Or Sweet
Although many sparkling wines look similar when poured into a glass, the reality is that this delightfully bubbly beverage comes in a variety of flavors and levels of sweetness.
https://www.thetakeout.com/1888490/decoding-sparkling-wine-vocabulary/
7 Special-Edition Chartreuse Bottlings Everyone Should Know
Originally introduced in 1737, Chartreuse is a darling of the cocktail world, starring in drinks like the Last Word, the Bijou, and more.
https://vinepair.com/articles/special-edition-chartreuse-bottlings/
The Magic (and Madness) of Head-Trained Vines
In a few pockets of the Napa Valley—and up in Lodi, along with arid parts of Spain—you can see them: old and gnarled vines, planted 60, 70, 80 years ago and standing strong and sturdy, like elder statesmen.
https://www.wineenthusiast.com/basics/advanced-studies/head-trained-vines/
Do you know how to open a bottle of wine like an expert? 3 mistakes that almost everyone makes
Uncorking a bottle of wine takes patience and practice. We take a look at the methods that give the best results and common pitfalls.
11 Of The Biggest Beer Recalls Of All Time
Most people don’t associate beer with product recalls.
https://www.chowhound.com/1890501/biggest-beer-recalls/
Does terroir matter to vodka drinkers?
For years, vodka producers have stressed the importance of terroir, but how much attention do consumers pay to it?
https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2025/06/does-terroir-matter-to-vodka-drinkers/
Stanley Tucci under fire for sparking negative wine tourism
A new TV series by Hollywood actor Stanley Tucci explores the food and drink of Italy, but does the fame it brings to Italian cities have a darker side
New Wine
- WX Brands has launched Here by Chance, a new Paso Robles-appellate d wine brand. The brand’s Cabernet Sauvignon is made by Kip Lorenzetti, who served as lead winemaker at Paso’s Chronic Cellars. The new release is from the 2022 vintage and carries a suggested price of $25 a bottle. The new wine is rolling out across the U.S. through the summer. WX Brands’ Bread & Butter label is among the most best-selling wines in the U.S. priced above $15, growing 8% to 1.7 million cases last year, according to Impact Databank.
Yes, You Can Keep Sake in the Fridge — for Quite a While
Many assume sake should be finished quickly once opened. But under the right conditions, it lasts far longer than expected.
https://www.foodandwine.com/does-sake-go-bad-11758804
Bordeaux vs. Burgundy: How France’s Two Wine Titans Truly Compare
The real differences between these iconic French wines, according to wine pros.
https://www.foodandwine.com/bordeaux-vs-burgundy-11760151
Lambrusco vs. Moscato: A Battle of Italian Bubblies
One word perfectly encapsulates Lambrusco and Moscato: ebullience.
https://www.wineenthusiast.com/basics/grapes-101/lambrusco-vs-moscato/
Here’s The Exact Wine List From The Bear’s Restaurant Menu (And Why It’s Actually Perfect)
While some thought attention to the wine served in the restaurant was generally missing from the last two seasons, the show revisits wine in its fourth season.
https://www.tastingtable.com/1897760/the-bear-season-4-restaurant-menu-wine-list/
Useful official advice on alcohol and your health (EU brochure)
Sweden do take alcohol consumption really quite seriously, healthwise. The World Health Organization (WHO) would be impressed.
http://winegourd.blogspot.com/2025/06/useful-official-advice-on-alcohol-and.html
The 40 Biggest Beer Companies in the World in 2025
Breweries all over the world are facing geopolitical headwinds, rising ingredient costs, and ever-changing shifts in consumer preferences, but that hasn’t stopped them from persevering and pumping out massive volumes of beer to serve to their customers across the globe.
https://vinepair.com/booze-news/40-biggest-beer-producers-2025/
Every Bottle in the Four Roses Single Barrel Collection, Explained
In the world of Kentucky bourbon, Four Roses often stands out for two reasons: its long, multifaceted history, and its use of 10 different bourbon recipes, derived from two mash bills and five individual yeast strains.
https://vinepair.com/articles/four-roses-single-barrel-collection-guide/
How the wine trade can stem declining sales
Wine’s downturn is cyclical believes Gallo CCO, Britt West, but – in an exclusive interview with db this week – he stressed that the trade needs to make changes right now to turn the tide.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2025/06/how-the-wine-trade-can-stem-declining-sales/
The Absolute Best Way To Store And Serve Grappa
Often served as a digestif after a satisfying meal, grappa has the potential to cap off your dinner on just the right note.
https://www.chowhound.com/1894811/best-way-store-and-serve-grappa/
Sparkling Wine And Coffee, Together At Last
Together they have created Panther Cuvée, a blend of Leelanau Peninsula Chardonnay, Riesling, and Pinot Gris grapes with Panther’s Wonderland blend dark roast.
https://sprudge.com/sparkling-wine-and-coffee-together-at-last-359157.html
Oh lord, a blog from Lodi—the 2025 farewell
Farewell by Randy Caparoso
https://www.lodiwine.com/blog/Oh-lord–a-blog-from-Lodi-2025
Where Does the Phrase ‘Hold My Beer’ Come From?
Most commonly, it’s uttered before attempting something dangerous or reckless, but it can also serve as a setup for one-upping someone or performing a heroic act with relative ease.
https://vinepair.com/articles/hold-my-beer-phrase-origin-story/
UnCorking the Humble Cork
The cork oak tree (Quercus Sitbe) features prominently in the native landscape around the Mediterranean Sea not only in Portugal, but also Spain, Italy, North Africa, Greece and islands in the Mediterranean.
Buyer Beware: The Alcohol Level on Your Wine’s Label Might Be Lying to You
Federal law allows for a margin of error on wine alcohol labeling, but are producers taking liberties that mislead drinkers?
https://www.foodandwine.com/wine-label-alcohol-accuracy-11762606
Oregon Oak: Wooden It Be Nice?
Pioneers are once more heading for Oregon, but this time they are looking for wood rather than fur.
https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2025/06/oregon-oak-wooden-it-be-nice
How One Man’s Passion for French Wine Sparked a Challenge to Trump’s “Emergency” Tariffs
For nearly four decades, Victor Owen Schwartz has scoured the globe for the most authentic wine, spirits, and sake that he could find to bring back to the United States.
One of the World’s Largest Alcohol Companies Isn’t Giving Up on Wine
Constellation Brands is selling off its mass-market labels to focus on the high end of the industry.
https://robbreport.com/food-drink/wine/constellation-brands-winery-sale-1236845506/
Alcohol and CVD: An American Heart Association Scientific Statement
The American Heart Association (AHA) released a scientific statement in Circulation about alcohol use and cardiovascular disease (CVD).
What Are Sulfites in Wine
Sulfites in wine often spark questions and concerns, leaving many people wondering what they really are and what role they play in the winemaking process.
https://integrishealth.org/resources/on-your-health/2025/june/what-are-sulfites-in-wine
How’s California’s wine industry doing these days? (Not great)
Alcohol consumption is seeing its lowest levels since 1962, and as early as next year, Ireland will be the first country to prominently print warnings on labels linking drinking to cancer and other illnesses.
Blowing Up the Spritz
Italy and the world need more local wine cocktails
https://www.winespectator.com/articles/blowing-up-the-spritz-the-world-needs-more-wine-cocktails-now
The 15 Most Underrated Wine Regions Around The World, According To Experts
The world’s most well-known wine regions — like Burgundy in France, Napa Valley in California, and Tuscany in Italy — are popular for several reasons
https://www.chowhound.com/1894733/most-underrated-wine-regions-around-the-world/
How much do we pay to visit wineries?
The fees currently being charged in the USA are pretty steep
http://winegourd.blogspot.com/2025/06/how-much-do-we-pay-to-visit-wineries.html
Casamigos enters RTD space
George Clooney’s Tequila brand has created Casamigos Margaritas, a variety pack of ready-to-drink (RTD) cocktails.
https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2025/07/casamigos-enters-rtd-space/
Can robots replace chemical herbicides in vineyards?
A company in China has launched a laser weeding robot which it claims has the ability to “replace chemical herbicides” for farmers.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2025/07/can-robots-replace-chemical-herbicides-in-vineyards/
How many drinks you can consume before getting a hangover
A medical professional has pinpointed the number of alcoholic drinks it takes before a hangover is likely to kick in the next day.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2025/07/how-many-drinks-you-can-consume-before-getting-a-hangover/
The Birthplaces of Every Popular Style of Beer
Over the centuries as beer production expanded and migrated, styles evolved and new categories emerged.
https://vinepair.com/articles/origin-of-popular-beer-styles-map/
Gen Z not shunning alcohol as much as thought, says survey
A rising proportion of Gen Z adults in several countries are drinking alcohol, a new survey has suggested, contradicting a popular image of this younger age group.
https://www.decanter.com/wine-news/gen-z-not-shunning-alcohol-as-much-as-thought-says-survey-560066/
Argentina recognises Scotch with ‘first ever’ GI
Scotch whisky has secured geographical indication (GI) in Argentina, becoming the first international product to do so.
https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2025/07/argentina-recognises-scotch-with-first-ever-gi/
Irish Vs Tennessee Whiskey: What’s The Difference?
Whiskey offers a globe-spanning selection of regional varieties.
https://www.chowhound.com/1900082/irish-vs-tennessee-whiskey-explained/
New protein and superfood vodka shakes up San Antonio’s cocktail world
The vodka, bottled in Houston, is gluten- and sugar-free and entirely plant-based.
https://sanantonio.culturemap.com/news/restaurants-bars/im-parched-protein-superfood-vodka/
Highland Vs Lowland Tequila: What’s The Difference?
For those not versed in agave spirits, tequila is just a cheap shot downed with lime or the liquor base for a margarita.
https://www.chowhound.com/1899576/tequila-difference-highland-lowland/
Why Gran Selezione Is the Most Exciting Chianti Classico You Haven’t Tried Yet
These next-level Chianti Classico wines are redefining Tuscany’s top reds.
https://www.foodandwine.com/gran-selezione-chianti-classico-wine-11764013
It’s Time We Stop Calling Wine ‘Masculine’ and ‘Feminine’
What are we really saying when we call wines “masculine” or “feminine”?
https://www.wineenthusiast.com/basics/drinks-terms-defined/feminine-masculine-wine-descriptors/
How Does Wildfire Smoke Affect Wine?
While some alcoholic beverages contain smoky notes, wildfires can impart a unique flavor to a bottle of red wine.
https://www.the-scientist.com/how-does-wildfire-smoke-affect-wine-73049
Elevating Fast Food
Junk food has a time and a place in our lives.
https://verovino.com/vero-blog/2024/7/16/fast-food-wine-pairing
Myths busted: Why rinsing your beer glass matters more than you think
Beer glass rinsing 101
https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/why-your-beer-glasses-get-rinsed/
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