Franklin Liquors-The Wonderful World of Wine

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09-23-26

Here is a summary of the featured stories in the Liquor Industry News (09-23-26) magazine curated by Mark Lenzi (The Wonderful World of Wine):

1. Industry & Trade News

• Wholesale Tier Issues & Legal Scrutiny: An article by Tom Wark on Substack discusses federal regulatory enforcement regarding distributor practices and potential bribery concerns within the wine wholesale tier (focusing on major distributors like Southern Glazer’s).

2. Wine Selection & Pairing

• Pairing Turkish Wines with Herbs & Spices: Andrea Lemieux (The Quirky Cork) explores pairing strategies for Turkish wine varieties, moving beyond standard red/white protein pairing rules to focus on herbal and spiced flavor profiles.
• Pinot Noir Alternatives: Tasting Table highlights alternative lighter red wines worth exploring for fans of Pinot Noir looking to expand their palate.

3. Culture & Lifestyle

• Go-To Tailgating Drinks: A feature on VinePair interviews 15 bartenders on their top beverage choices for football season tailgating, ranging from portable batched cocktails to canned options.

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