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02-14-26

The liquor industry news for February 14, 2026, curated by Mark Lenzi on Flipboard, features several key stories affecting the wine and spirits market:

Industry & Market Trends

• Vine Removal in Lodi: The California Farm Bureau projects that another 40,000 acres of vines will be pulled this year. Growers in the Lodi region are particularly concerned as this trend continues to reshape the landscape due to changing market demands.
• Decline in Scotch Exports: Global Scotch whisky exports fell by 0.6% in value and 4.3% in volume in 2025. Specifically, shipments to the U.S. have dropped by 15% since the implementation of a 10% tariff.
• New-School Wine Collectives: As small wineries face rising production costs, tariffs, and climate-related challenges, new-school collectives are emerging as a vital resource to help these smaller brands survive and grow.

Wine Appreciation & Education

• Local Wine Appreciation: A featured piece by Paul Gregutt explores the idea that “all wine appreciation is local,” highlighting gems from regions like Amavi Cellars, Eternal Wines, and Temecula Valley.
• Blind Tasting Essentials: Samantha Cole-Johnson provides a guide on the essential tools for blind tasting, emphasizing that while a glass and a brown-bagged bottle are the basics, a sense of adventure is the most important requirement.

Lifestyle & Culture

• Celebrity Cocktails: A segment from The Manual details how to make the “Standing Ovation,” a glamorous cocktail currently popular in celebrity circles.

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