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Here is a summary of the stories from Mark Lenzi’s Liquor Industry News 10-08-26 magazine feed on Flipboard:
1. Trentino Sparkling Wine Exploration
- Source: Substack (Tom Hewson)
- Summary: An in-depth feature exploring the mountain sparkling wines of Trentino, Italy, following a series covering the Franciacorta region, highlighting the region’s picturesque vineyard landscapes and traditional-method sparkling wines.
2. IWSC Best American Whiskey Award
- Source: Food & Wine (Brad Japhe)
- Summary: Bardstown Bourbon Company’s limited-release 104-proof bottle ($140) was named the top American whiskey for 2026 by the International Wine & Spirits Competition (IWSC). The release blends aged bourbon and rye with a unique finishing process that earned it a near-perfect score.
3. Wild Turkey’s $300 Russell’s Reserve Release
- Source: Food & Wine (David Thomas Tao)
- Summary: Details why the new premium $300 Russell’s Reserve release from Wild Turkey carries a rye-like spicy and earthy profile. The article attributes this distinct flavor to where and how the barrels were aged over more than a decade in specific microclimates across the rickhouses.
4. Rise of Low-Alcohol Wine Trends
- Source: Food & Wine
- Summary: Examines the growing trend of low-alcohol wines as consumers seek moderate drinking options without completely foregoing wine, highlighting shifts in production methods and market demand.
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