Franklin Liquors-The Wonderful World of Wine

www,franklinliquors.com

By: Mark C Lenzi

CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, QCE, IWS*

New Website!

So Proud Of My Son For His Hard Work To Update Our Website!

So Long Corel Web Designer 1997!!

FEATURES:

About Us

Specials

Shopping

Education

AND MORE!!

Chris Design Work

https://www.behance.net/chrislenzi

Our Cable TV Show Aired!

Franklin Liquors Small Business #ShopFranklin Spotlight Aired On FranklinTV This Week! Catch It On Comcast 8 OR Verizon 26

Our Watch Here!

https://youtu.be/X9twirqJmTA

Franklin TV Page

http://www.franklin.tv

Take Care

Franklin Liquors

Mike & Mark

Liquor Industry Week In Review

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

New Invention To Make Cider And Wine

Should A Wine List Change Daily?

Lime Squeezing Burns?

AND MORE!

Franklin Liquors New Daily Newspaper

The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW)

Our Daily Wine Newspaper

http://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2016-07-22/france-wine-out-drops-as-hail-frost-hit-champagne-burgundy

France Wine Output Drops as Hail, Frost Hit Champagne, Burgundy

France’s wine production may decline to its lowest level in three years after spring frost and hailstorms wiped out grapes from Champagne to Burgundy and the Loire River valley, the government said.

Internet Use And Wine Reviews

Get to Know Walla Walla Wine

This small wine region straddles the Oregon-Washington border and offers some of the best examples of Syrah in the United States.

http://winefolly.com/review/get-to-know-walla-walla-wine/

9 things you didn’t know about wine production

Is that bottle of wine you just bought really hand crafted? Maybe.

http://www.bizjournals.com/louisville/how-to/growth-strategies/2016/07/9-things-you-didnt-know-about-wine-production.html

Upset at Board of Selectmen as Sunday liquor store hours remain the same

Those looking for margarita ingredients will have to look outside of Tewksbury if the craving strikes on a Sunday after 8 p.m.

http://homenewshere.com/tewksbury_town_crier/news/article_d75f16b2-4f50-11e6-a339-af16d5581688.html

BODEGA TORRES REINTRODUCES ‘LOST’ INDIGENOUS VARIETY

Spanish wine producer Bodega Torres is reintroducing indigenous Catalan red grape Moneu in Penedès following trials to determine the variety’s potential.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2016/07/bodega-torres-reintroduces-lost-indeginous-variety/

LIME-SQUEEZING BARTENDER SUFFERS SECOND DEGREE BURNS

A US bartender suffered second degree burns causing his hand to swell after squeezing dozens of limes in the sun – a rare condition known as ‘Margarita burn’.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2016/07/lime-squeezing-bartender-suffers-second-degree-burns/

Which Presidential Candidate is Best for Wine?

Of Donald Trump, Hillary Clinton, Gary Johnson and Jill Stein, who is the person best suited to promote and protect the interests of the American wine industry and American wine consumers?

http://fermentationwineblog.com/2016/07/presidential-candidate-best-wine/

New Game Of Thrones Beer

Cooperstown, New York’s Brewery Ommegang will launch a new beer in its Game of Thrones series on October 10. The new entry, Valar Dohaeris Tripel Ale, is brewed with pilsner and wheat malts as well as oats and flaked barley and is at 9% abv. It will be offered in 750-ml. bottles retailing at around $10, and paired alongside sister brew Valar Morghulis Dubbel Ale (8% abv) in a commemorative gift pack positioned at $23. Brewery Ommegang, which is part of Duvel USA, has a footprint of 46 states.

People Spend As Much On Legal Weed As They Do On Alcohol

Consumers are reaching for cannabis nearly as often as they are for a can of beer, a new report has found.

Counter area of a marijuana dispensary in Portland, OR where weed is now legal.

http://time.com/money/4424547/legal-marijuana-spending-alcohol/

How Hard is it to Make a Million Bottles of Wine?

Why making high-quality wines in large quantities might be the real challenge for winemakers.

http://www.winemag.com/2016/07/26/how-hard-is-it-to-make-a-million-bottles-of-wine/

Should a Wine List Change Daily?

Over the past ten years, sommeliers have begun to favor smaller, seasonal lists. Some are taking it one step further, fashioning wine lists that change daily in an effort to better compliment the kitchen. Megan Krigbaum on the constantly changing list as a reflection of how we dine, and drink, today.

http://punchdrink.com/articles/should-a-restaurant-wine-list-change-daily-sommelier-republique-los-angeles/

This new invention can automatically brew hard cider and wine in your kitchen

A new appliance, called the Alchema, makes it easy. The device is connected to an app, and all you need to do is fill it with fruit, yeast, sugar, water, and wait about a week

http://www.businessinsider.com/apple-cider-brewing-device-alchema-2016-7

America’s wine trade deficit: #1 in world & continuing to grow

TEMPORARY TATTOO TO MONITOR ALCOHOL INTAKE

A new piece of technology that clings to the skin will monitor your alcohol intake and report the results back to your smartphone.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2016/07/temporary-tattoo-to-monitor-alcohol-intake/

Wiki Beer App Wants to Be the Wikipedia of Beer

The latest must have app for beer geeks, the Wiki Beer App brings an encyclopedia of beer stats and knowledge to your fingertips.

http://www.newschoolbeer.com/2016/07/wiki-beer-app-wants-to-be-the-wikipedia-of-beer.html

Sign Up For Our Newsletters

Get updated On Liquor Industry News, Events, Sales And More!

Find Us Online

VOTED BEST (GOLD) LIQUOR STORE IN 16 TOWN REGION

2014, 2015 AND 2016!

Like Us On Facebook

Follow Us On Twitter

Our Latest Specials

Liquor

Wine

Beer

New Beer Keg Information Page

Shop Our Selections Online!

Find The Following for online ordering and in store pick up:

Franklin Wine Club Selections

Saké

Beer

Vegan Selections

Liquor

Wines In Our Dispenser

Quini Reviewed Wines

Musings On The Vine Selections

Vinitas Wineworks Selections

AND MORE!

Stop In And Try!!

MORE ON TAP In Store Kiosk

Interactive Technology While You Shop:

Sale Items

Drink Recipes

Product Information

Events

Food And Wine Pairings

Staff Picks

And More!

Upcoming Events

Franklin Wine Club Meeting

Wine Explorers wanted!

Join Our 400 Club Members!

How To attend and join

September 15^th

Italian Wines With Giovanni Folonari

October 6^th

Barton-Gustier French Wines

October 20th

Washington Ciders And Wines

November 12^th

Rhone Valley French Wines

https://registration.xenegrade.com/tri-county/courseDisplay.cfm?schID=2068

October 13^th

Bagel And Wine Pairings (With Elizabeth’s Bagels)

November 3^rd

Wine Glass Painting-(With Franklin Art Center)

Medway Community Education

More Soon!

Tri-County Adult Education

Vinitas WineWorks LLC, Tri-County Adult Education, and Franklin Liquors are excited to announce the Fall session of the French Wine Scholar Certification program!

Developed by the Wine Scholar Guild with the support of the French Ministry of Agriculture, this specialization program is designed for advanced students of wine, whether professionals or serious wine hobbyists. This is NOT an introductory wine class; students should have professional wine experience or previous classroom study. Students must be familiar with the concepts of viticulture and vinification, major grape varieties, wine regions, and wine styles from across the globe, and have experience tasting wine in a formal setting.

Our next session starts September 6 and will run on nine consecutive Tuesday evenings.

Become A French Wine Scholar

Read More:

September 29^th

Wine Label Truths And Lies

October 27^th

Exploring Italian Wines

November 10^th

Wine Tasting 101

Our Friends That Offer Wine Tastings/Education

Vinitas WineWorks, LLC

Kim M. Simone, Founder and Wine Advisor

We’re an independent wine education and event company, providing unique classes, wine tasting events and personalized consulting. As a professional with a dozen years in the wine business, my favorite part of the job was helping people just like you pick out a great bottle. I’m excited to help you learn about wine in a relaxed environment where you can ask any question, no matter how small or basic.

Wine And Chocolate Events

Franklin Liquors And The Sugar Shoppe Partners For

Your Chocolate And Wine Events

Food And Wine Events

Our Partner

http://www.delongwine.com/collections/wine-maps#oid=1017_4

Franklin Liquors Wine Education

Certified Specialist Of Wine-CSW

Certified Specialist Of Spirits-CSS

Society Of Wine Educators

California Wine Appellation Specialist-CWAS-San Francisco Wine School (First In MA)

French Wine Scholar FWS-French Wine Society

Quini Certified Educator- QCE (First In USA)

Italian Wine Specialist-IWS-North American Sommelier Association

Looking For Wine Maps?

The best wine maps in the business!!

Get your complete wine tasting guide disguised as a notebook.

Over 100,000 copies sold worldwide!

http://www.delongwine.com/collections/wine-tasting-notebooks#oid=1017_5

De Long’s Wine Grape Varietal Table

http://www.delongwine.com/products/wine-grape-varietal-table#oid=1017_3

All Our Wines Are Reviewed On Quini

Great wine educational and tasting app.

Every wine we taste and stock is on Quini.

Tell us what you think by rating the wines.

Find Wine Reviews On Our Website

See And Search Our Latest Reviews!

Search Wine Reviews On Quini

Tags:alcohol, beer, Beer Education, Beer News, Beer Specials, Best Liquor Store, Big Y, Buttery, cocktails, Craft Beer, drinks, Fine Wine, food, food pairing, Franklin Liquors, Franklin Ma, Franklin Wine Club, franklinma, French Wine Scholar, FWS, Gift, Gifts, Halloween, italy, liquor, Liquor Education, Liquor Gifts, liquor Industry, Liquor News, Liquor World, Liquors in franklin, more on tap, News, newsletter, Pour Richards, quini, Readers choice award, SCANKART, Shaws, Shop Franklin, Shopfranklin, social media, Special, Specials, Table And Vine, tasting, tequilia, The Moonlight Chef, vineyards, vinitas Wine works, Wine, wine education, Wine Gifts, Wine In Franklin, Wine News, wine pairing, wine tasting, wineries, Winery
Posted in Beer, Beer Education, Beer In Franklin, Beer News, big y, Books, Brewery, Buttery, Champagne, Chocolate, Cider, Cigar, Food And Wine Pairing, France, Franklin #1 Liquor Store, Franklin MA, Franklin Wine Club, Free Wine, French Wine Scholar, French Wine Society, Fudge, FWS, Gift, Gift Ideas, Horizon Beverage, Italy, July 4th, Kegs, La Cantina Winery, Liquor, Liquor Education, Liquor in Franklin, Liquor Industry, Liquor Industy, Liquor News, Liquor World, Medway, Medway Community Education, more on tap, musings on the vine, Pour Richards, Quini, Readers Choice Award Winnner, Sale, SCANKART, shaws, shopfranklin, Specials, Storm, sugar shoppe, Table&Vine, Thanksgiving, The Moonlight Chef, The Moonlightchef, Tolaini, Tri County Adult Education, Tuscany, Valdisanti, Valentine's Day, Vineyard, VINITASWINEWORKS, Whiskey, Wine, wine, Wine Club, Wine Dispenser, wine education, Wine Education, Wine Education In Franklin, Wine Events, Wine Health, Wine in Franklin, Wine News, Wine Scholar Guild, Wine Tasting, Wine Tasting Events, Wine Tasting in Franklin, Winery, yoga | Leave a Comment »

Liquor Industry News/Links 07-23-16

July 23, 2016

Liquor Industry News/Links

07-23-16

https://registration.xenegrade.com/tri-county/courseDisplay.cfm?schID=2068

By: Mark C Lenzi

CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, QCE, IWS*

Save The Dates

Our Wine Room Will Be Busy Soon!

Here Are Some Upcoming Events:

September

6th Tri-County Adult Ed

Become A French Wine Scholar

Sign Up Here!

Read More:

http://ow.ly/36mB3012R4K

15^th Franklin Wine Club

Italian Wines With Giovanni Folonari

29^th Tri-County Adult Ed

Wine Label Truths And Lies

October

6^th Franklin Wine Club

Barton-Gustier French Wines

13^th Franklin Adult Ed

Bagel And Wine Pairings (With Elizabeth’s Bagels)

20th Franklin Wine Club

Washington Ciders And Wines

27^th Tri-County Adult Ed

Exploring Italian Wines

November

3^rd Franklin Adult Ed

Wine Glass Painting-(With Franklin Art Center)

10^th Tri-County Adult Ed

Wine Tasting 101

12^th Franklin Wine Club

Rhone Valley French Wines

2017

February 16^th Tri-County Adut Ed

Oscars Truffle And Wine (With The Sugar Shoppe

March 9^th Tri-County Adult Ed

Exploring French Wines

Take Care

Franklin Liquors

Mike & Mark

Liquor Industry Week In Review

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

New MA License And ID Cards

How much does a wine’s rating really matter?

Farm To Table, Meet Vine To Wine

AND MORE!

Franklin Liquors New Daily Newspaper

The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW)

Our Daily Wine Newspaper

http://bostinno.streetwise.co/2016/07/15/massachusetts-beer-laws-see-progress-in-the-senate/

Peeling Back the Dusty Curtain of Mass. Beer Distribution Law

The Senate has adopted a measure that would form a “special commission” to look at reforming current practices.

Farm To Table, Meet Vine To Wine

Just like a chef needs outstanding ingredients to let a dish shine, a winemaker needs high quality grapes to make a good wine.

http://www.huffingtonpost.ca/christy-brissette-msc-rd/vine-to-wine_b_10998634.html

Why you should be drinking Balkan wine

Impress your friends (and your palate) by seeking out wines from the Balkans, which are produced both from international and indigenous varietals in food-friendly, easy-drinking yet eclectic styles that are easy on the wallet but taste anything but

http://dcrefined.com/eat-drink/why-you-should-be-drinking-balkan-wine

MORE BALKIN INFO:

http://www.winesofbalkans.com

How to buy Champagne — an expert guide

True Champagne must come from the Champagne region, in the northeast of France.

http://www.christies.com/features/How-to-buy-Champagne-7564-1.aspx

9 Situations in Which It Is Totally Fine to Put Ice in Your Wine

While I would never put ice into a ’67 BV Reserve, there are plenty of situations where I want ice in my wine and it is totally warranted.

http://www.bonappetit.com/drinks/wine/article/when-to-drink-iced-wine

Baja becomes a wine destination

The area has little more than 6,000 acres of vines, about the same number as in Carneros.

http://napavalleyregister.com/wine/baja-becomes-a-wine-destination/article_1e5b2c6c-71bc-5de0-a0ad-a97d2070473c.html

‘WORLD’S FIRST’ EMOJI-ONLY MENU LANDS IN LONDON

Cool Idea…Next Our Wine List In Emoji Format!

http://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2016/07/little-yellow-door-intros-world-first-emoji-only-menu/

Here’s Why You Should Care That Beer Will Have Nutrition Labels

Over 70% of beer drinkers read nutrition labels in general. Moreover, calories, carbohydrates, and alcohol content could be of interest to beer drinkers…especially those counting calories.

http://www.forbes.com/sites/brucelee/2016/07/17/heres-why-you-should-care-that-beer-will-soon-have-nutrition-labels/#1e4220e36421

ENGLISH WINE GUIDE OMITS ENTIRE REGION

Follow Up On A Post Last Week

Popular US wine education blog Wine Folly has published a guide to English wine with one substantial omission – can you spot it?

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2016/07/english-wine-guide-omits-entire-region/

STAR TREK CELEBRATES 50TH ANNIVERSARY WITH COMMEMORATIVE CRAFT ALE

Shmaltz Brewing in New York have been commissioned by CBS to release a special ale commemorating the 50th anniversary of popular sci-fi show Star Trek.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2016/07/star-trek-celebrates-50th-anniversary-with-commemorative-craft-ale/

Barefoot Tramples Other Top Wine Brands

Latest Wine Industry Metrics report examines top 20 U.S. wine brands

http://www.winesandvines.com/template.cfm?section=news&content=171736

Is Wine Made in NY With Napa Grapes a “Napa Wine”?

If a winery in New York purchases grapes from a Napa Valley vineyard, has the Napa Valley grapes refrigerated and shipped to its winery in New York, then crushes, presses and ferments those Napa Valley grapes into a wine, then bottles that wine, can we reliably say that the wine is a “Napa Valley Wine”?

http://fermentationwineblog.com/2016/07/wine-made-ny-napa-wine/

How Much Alcohol Is in Your Drink? Stronger Beers and Wines Make It Harder to Tell

How much does a wine’s rating really matter?

That’s also another problem with the rating system – there’s too much grade inflation. Anything rated less than 90 seems to be regarded as below average by many people. Go below an 80 rating and you’re entering swill territory.

http://www.masslive.com/entertainment/index.ssf/2016/07/wine_pres_how_much_does_a_wine.html

Digging Deeper: King Estate Returns to its Roots in Pursuit of Biodynamic® Certification

King Estate is on track to become the largest Biodynamic winery in the United States, and one of the largest in the world.

http://www.nomacorc.com/blog/2016/07/digging-deeper-king-estate-returns-to-its-roots-in-pursuit-of-biodynamic-certification/?utm_source=Blog+Nomacorc+-+English&utm_campaign=aec022817a-English_Language_Blog_Newsletter10_29_2014&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_e041d5be31-aec022817a-299904425

The Rise of Natural Wine

If you’re a wine drinker, no doubt you’ve heard the terms “natural,” “biodynamic,” and “organic” thrown around, but do you know what they mean? Is this latest fad in wine just that—a fad—or is it here to stay? Are they even any good?

http://www.justluxe.com/lifestyle/dining/feature-1963932.php?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=rss&utm_medium=twitter&utm_source=twitterfeed

How To Tell if A Natural Wine Sucks

Interesting Take On The Above Rise Of Natural Wines Story!

http://fermentationwineblog.com/2016/07/tell-natural-wine-sucks/

Trump Winery cited by Arizona officials for being too huge

Trump Winery paid a $250 fine in June and was told by the Arizona Liquor Department that it needed to get a new license if it still intended to do business in the state, said John Cocca, the director of the department.

http://www.azcentral.com/story/money/business/consumers/2016/07/19/trump-winery-cited-arizona-officials-being-too-huge/87268566/

New MA License And ID Cards

July 24^th Release Date

https://retailersma.org/sites/default/files/201%20CMR%2017.00%20Amendment%20-%20CLEAN.pdf

COUPLES THAT DRINK TOGETHER STAY TOGETHER

Couples with similar drinking habits are more likely to have a happier relationship, with the benefits of mutual drinking, or not drinking, “significantly greater among wives”, according to a US study.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2016/07/couples-that-drink-together-stay-together/

Hungarian Wine For The Win

A quick guide to Hungarian wines identifying 4 of Hungary’s most intriguing wine regions: Tokaj, Villány, Eger and Nagy Somló.

http://winefolly.com/review/hungarian-wines-for-the-win/

The Story of Tokaji Wine

It’s the sweet wines of Tokaj that provide the most compelling story of Hungary’s role in the modern history of wine.

http://winefolly.com/review/the-story-of-tokaji-wine/?utm_source=Wine+Folly&utm_campaign=1893a6091f-RSS_EMAIL_CAMPAIGN&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_a18d8bdc1b-1893a6091f-62472929&mc_cid=1893a6091f&mc_eid=d73340fcba

Castle Island Brewery MA News

Norwood, Massachusetts-based Castle Island Brewing Company is increasing production capacity by 50% to more than 9,000 barrels annually. Launched just last year, Castle Island says its core Candlepin session ale and Keeper IPA are driving growth, spreading to more than 650 accounts throughout the greater Boston area. Meanwhile, Castle Island is releasing a new limited edition, Juice Patrol Pale Ale, which is at 7% abv and features Cascade and Centennial hops. Other limited releases from the brewery have included Vern Wheat IPA, Causeway Double IPA and Big Ern Double IPA.

France Map

Interesting interactive map

https://www.francetoday.com/france-map/

CAPTAIN MORGAN ASKS FOR CHANGE IN CONSTITUTION

The brand has launched a petition for Article II, Section I of the United States Constitution to be changed as it states that ““neither shall any person be eligible to [the office of President] who shall not have attained to the age of thirty-five years”.

http://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2016/07/captain-morgan-asks-for-change-in-us-constitution/

Who uses label-scanning apps most?

Vivino and Delectable, where they were most frequently used. The results:

http://www.jancisrobinson.com/articles/who-uses-label-scanning-apps-most

Sign Up For Our Newsletters

Get updated On Liquor Industry News, Events, Sales And More!

Find Us Online

VOTED BEST (GOLD) LIQUOR STORE IN 16 TOWN REGION

2014, 2015 AND 2016!

Like Us On Facebook

Follow Us On Twitter

Our Latest Specials

Liquor

Wine

Beer

New Beer Keg Information Page

Shop Our Selections Online!

Find The Following for online ordering and in store pick up:

Franklin Wine Club Selections

Saké

Beer

Vegan Selections

Liquor

Wines In Our Dispenser

Quini Reviewed Wines

Musings On The Vine Selections

Vinitas Wineworks Selections

AND MORE!

Stop In And Try!!

MORE ON TAP In Store Kiosk

Interactive Technology While You Shop:

Sale Items

Drink Recipes

Product Information

Events

Food And Wine Pairings

Staff Picks

And More!

Upcoming Events

Franklin Wine Club Meeting

Wine Explorers wanted!

Join Our 400 Club Members!

How To attend and join

September 15^th

Italian Wines With Giovanni Folonari

October 6^th

Barton-Gustier French Wines

October 20th

Washington Ciders And Wines

November 12^th

Rhone Valley French Wines

https://registration.xenegrade.com/tri-county/courseDisplay.cfm?schID=2068

October 13^th

Bagel And Wine Pairings (With Elizabeth’s Bagels)

November 3^rd

Wine Glass Painting-(With Franklin Art Center)

Medway Community Education

More Soon!

Tri-County Adult Education

Vinitas WineWorks LLC, Tri-County Adult Education, and Franklin Liquors are excited to announce the Fall session of the French Wine Scholar Certification program!

Our next session starts September 6 and will run on nine consecutive Tuesday evenings.

Become A French Wine Scholar

Read More:

September 29^th

Wine Label Truths And Lies

October 27^th

Exploring Italian Wines

November 10^th

Wine Tasting 101

Our Friends That Offer Wine Tastings/Education

Vinitas WineWorks, LLC

Kim M. Simone, Founder and Wine Advisor

Wine And Chocolate Events

Franklin Liquors And The Sugar Shoppe Partners For

Your Chocolate And Wine Events

Food And Wine Events

Our Partner

http://www.delongwine.com/collections/wine-maps#oid=1017_4

Franklin Liquors Wine Education

Certified Specialist Of Wine-CSW

Certified Specialist Of Spirits-CSS

Society Of Wine Educators

California Wine Appellation Specialist-CWAS-San Francisco Wine School (First In MA)

French Wine Scholar FWS-French Wine Society

Quini Certified Educator- QCE (First In USA)

Italian Wine Specialist-IWS-North American Sommelier Association

Looking For Wine Maps?

The best wine maps in the business!!

Get your complete wine tasting guide disguised as a notebook.

Over 100,000 copies sold worldwide!

http://www.delongwine.com/collections/wine-tasting-notebooks#oid=1017_5

De Long’s Wine Grape Varietal Table

http://www.delongwine.com/products/wine-grape-varietal-table#oid=1017_3

All Our Wines Are Reviewed On Quini

Great wine educational and tasting app.

Every wine we taste and stock is on Quini.

Tell us what you think by rating the wines.

Find Wine Reviews On Our Website

See And Search Our Latest Reviews!

Search Wine Reviews On Quini

Tags:alcohol, beer, Beer Education, Beer News, Beer Specials, Best Liquor Store, Big Y, Buttery, cocktails, Craft Beer, drinks, Fine Wine, food, food pairing, Franklin Liquors, Franklin Ma, Franklin Wine Club, franklinma, French Wine Scholar, FWS, Gift, Gifts, Halloween, italy, liquor, Liquor Education, Liquor Gifts, liquor Industry, Liquor News, Liquor World, Liquors in franklin, more on tap, News, newsletter, Pour Richards, quini, Readers choice award, SCANKART, Shaws, Shop Franklin, Shopfranklin, social media, Special, Specials, Table And Vine, tasting, tequilia, The Moonlight Chef, vineyards, vinitas Wine works, Wine, wine education, Wine Gifts, Wine In Franklin, Wine News, wine pairing, wine tasting, wineries, Winery
Posted in Beer, Beer Education, Beer In Franklin, Beer News, big y, Books, Brewery, Buttery, Champagne, Chocolate, Cider, Cigar, Food And Wine Pairing, France, Franklin #1 Liquor Store, Franklin MA, Franklin Wine Club, Free Wine, French Wine Scholar, French Wine Society, FWS, Gift, Gift Ideas, Horizon Beverage, Italy, July 4th, Kegs, La Cantina Winery, Liquor, Liquor Education, Liquor in Franklin, Liquor Industry, Liquor Industy, Liquor News, Liquor World, Medway, Medway Community Education, more on tap, musings on the vine, Pour Richards, Quini, Readers Choice Award Winnner, Sale, SCANKART, shaws, shopfranklin, Specials, Storm, sugar shoppe, Table&Vine, Thanksgiving, The Moonlight Chef, The Moonlightchef, Tolaini, Tri County Adult Education, Tuscany, Valdisanti, Valentine's Day, Vineyard, VINITASWINEWORKS, Whiskey, Wine, wine, Wine Club, Wine Dispenser, Wine Education, wine education, Wine Education In Franklin, Wine Events, Wine Health, Wine in Franklin, Wine News, Wine Scholar Guild, Wine Tasting, Wine Tasting Events, Wine Tasting in Franklin, Winery, yoga | Leave a Comment »

Liquor Industry News/Links 07-16-16

July 16, 2016

Liquor Industry News/Links

07-16-16

By: Mark C Lenzi

CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, QCE, IWS*

Our #ShopFranklin Business Spotlight Show!

Are You Aware Of The #ShopFranklijn Movement?

Here Is Our Interview Airing On FranklinTV

https://youtu.be/X9twirqJmTA

Franklin TV Page

http://www.franklin.tv

Take Care

Franklin Liquors

Mike & Mark

Liquor Industry Week In Review

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

English Wines

Changes To CA Wine Labels?

Misleading Wine Shelf talkers

AND MORE!

Franklin Liquors New Daily Newspaper

The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW)

Our Daily Wine Newspaper

http://www.winemag.com/2016/07/07/uruguays-rising-red-and-white-grapes/

Uruguay’s Rising Red and White Grapes

Looking for something different from South America? Take note of Tannat and Albariño.

France in a Flap Over Bidding Adieu to Vine Herbicide

A looming ban on the use of glyphosate in grapegrowing industry has left a country divided.

http://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2016/07/france-in-a-flap-over-bidding-adieu-to-vine-herbicide

Arsenic, Herbicide Wine Scares Put in Context In keynote address at ASEV conference toxicology expert explains there’s little risk

An average man would need to put back five glasses of wine per day, every day, to consume enough inorganic arsenic to run the risk of causing health problems, according to a leading expert on food and beverage toxicology.

http://www.winesandvines.com/template.cfm?section=news&content=171152

La Moneda Reserva malbec – the best cheap wine in the world?

Is Chile’s La Moneda Reserva malbec really the best cheap wine in the world? Probably not. But it is a wonderful example of how screwed up wine is.

http://www.winecurmudgeon.com/la-moneda-reserva-malbec-best-cheap-wine-world/

Treating alcoholics – with wine

The recommended treatment for chronic alcoholism is abstinence. But at the Oaks – a permanent home for those who once lived on the streets – residents are given a measure of wine at hourly intervals. It is called the Managed Alcohol Program, and aims to change the drinking behavior of inveterate addicts.

http://www.bbc.com/news/magazine-36717557

The critics: who’s who, who’s new and who should you listen to?

In an effort to assist you, here is a rundown of just a few of the personalities we occasionally look to – and indeed whose recommendations we may pass on.

http://bbrblog.com/2016/07/06/critics-whos-whos-new-listen/

A sommelier explains why it’s nearly impossible to find good, cheap wine from Italy or France

Quality and price have a complicated relationship — and never more so than when it comes to wine.

http://www.businessinsider.com/why-its-hard-to-find-good-cheap-wine-from-italy-or-france-2016-7

Wine Point Labels Can Be Misleading

The bottle advertised on the tag and the one for sale on the shelf don’t always match.

http://www.wfmynews2.com/news/local/2-wants-to-know/wine-point-labels-can-be-misleading/265453104

Why Clones Matter – And Do They Trump Terroir?

It’s inevitable. When you start thinking about how a clone influences the style of a wine, it becomes a chicken or the egg kind of thing (is it the clone or the terroir that comes first, or which is more important)

In its most simple definition, a clone is a cutting from a grapevine that’s then propagated and cultivated. So each variety— Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, etc. can have innumerable clones from all over the world.

http://napavalleywineacademy.com/why-clones-matter-and-do-they-trump-terroir/

The Lowdown on Wine in a Can

Because cans are light-weight, beach-friendly and recyclable, we know that canned wine is here to stay.

http://winefolly.com/update/the-lowdown-on-wine-in-a-can/?utm_source=Wine+Folly&utm_campaign=19b5119627-RSS_EMAIL_CAMPAIGN&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_a18d8bdc1b-19b5119627-62472929&mc_cid=19b5119627&mc_eid=d73340fcba

Attention Gin Lovers!

Launched in August last year, Ginventory claims to help users discover their “perfect serve” G&T by pairing its database of more than 2,000 gins with approximately 100 different tonic waters and garnishes.

http://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2016/07/ginventory-app-partners-with-online-retailers/

GENIUS INVENTION SET TO ERADICATE WARM BEER

Two friends have come up with an ingenious new coaster that will make warm beer a thing of the past.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2016/07/genius-invention-set-to-eradicate-warm-beer/

Wine Growlers? Absolutely. You’ll Never Guess Where They’re From.

Every so often something comes along in the wine world that makes you sit up and take notice.

http://www.forbes.com/sites/cathyhuyghe/2016/07/11/wine-growlers-absolutely-youll-never-guess-where-theyre-from/#6f3f1fbc4986

CAVA, Spain’s Effervescent Treasure

Cava is the Spanish sparkling wine made according to the methode champenoise.

http://www.glassofbubbly.com/cava-spains-effervescent-treasure/

10 Things Every Wine Lover Should Know About Tignanello

Italy’s seminal Super Tuscan, Tignanello was born out of a crisis of confidence

IN STOCK!

http://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2016/07/10-things-every-wine-lover-should-know-about-tignanello

The world’s best 10-second briefing on global wine consumption and production

KLM airlines launching world’s first on-tap draught beer on flights

KLM Royal Dutch Airlines is gearing up to be the first airline to serve draught beer on tap.

http://www.foxnews.com/travel/2016/07/08/klm-airlines-launching-worlds-first-on-tap-draught-beer-on-flights.html?utm_source=Daily+Brew&utm_campaign=ae6f8c121d-The+Daily+Brew%3A+July+11%2C+2016&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_935b7e0b70-ae6f8c121d-36686829

Treasurer seeks overhaul of ‘unwieldy’ Mass. alcohol laws

Massachusetts Treasurer Deborah Goldberg, who oversees the state’s alcohol regulators, is set to launch a sweeping review of the state’s liquor laws and regulations, calling the current rules outdated, unclear, and burdensome for businesses.

https://www.bostonglobe.com/business/2016/07/08/treasurer-seeks-overhaul-unwieldy-mass-alcohol-laws/NLPSJI03bNyCk5gA4kyztJ/story.html

Heat Damage & Fine Wine

Fine wine does not take kindly to overheating or to freezing, yet fine wines are often shipped around the world with less care than cartons of lettuce.

http://wineindustryadvisor.com/2016/07/11/heat-damage-fine-wine

The Seven Most Influential Wine Label Trends

Brooding, dark and mysterious rule the shelf

http://www.forthrightdesign.com/wine-spirits/the-seven-most-influential-wine-label-trends/

A Taste of Rhode Island Wine

The grounds were beautiful, the wines impressive, and the stories evocative.

http://www.winelawonreserve.com/2016/07/12/a-taste-rhode-island-wine/?utm_source=On+Reserve%3A+A+Wine+Law+Blog&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=3d4dfff3fb-RSS_EMAIL_CAMPAIGN&utm_term=0_26d2f0b59f-3d4dfff3fb-121923797

California wine industry asks feds to tighten labeling standards

The new proposal could mean that the label wording would need to be changed, given that the wine must be fully finished in the state where the grapes were sourced.

http://www.pressdemocrat.com/business/5828537-181/california-wine-industry-asks-feds?artslide=0

NEW WRISTBAND COULD HELP ERADICATE HANGOVERS FOR LIFE

An innovative new wristband is set for release that will measure your blood alcohol levels and let you know when enough is enough.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2016/07/new-wristband-could-help-eradicate-hangovers-for-life/

Beer Biggies Agree To List Calories, Carbs & (Maybe) Ingredients On Bottles

A beer industry trade group announced a voluntary labeling standard that will add some of this information to beer packaging while allowing other data to be accessible via barcode.

https://consumerist.com/2016/07/12/beer-biggies-agree-to-list-calories-carbs-maybe-ingredients-on-bottles/

The Cheapest Time To Buy Beer, Wine And Everything Else Is …

According to the shopper-rewards app Ibotta, consumers pay 9% more for beer on Saturday than on Monday and 6% more for wine than on Tuesday. This appears to be the first-ever data to show that by purchasing different products on different days, consumers can save cash.

http://www.forbes.com/sites/taranurin/2016/07/13/the-cheapest-time-to-buy-beer-wine-cheese-and-everything-else-is/#386fb09eb27b

Italy’s Great Pinot Grigios

Follow this guide to find versatile, delicious Pinot Grigios worth savoring.

http://www.winemag.com/2016/07/07/great-grigios/

IT’S ALL ABOUT THE OAK!

There are two main types of oak that are used in winemaking; European Oak, which can come from France, Hungary or Yugoslavia, and American

http://www.snooth.com/articles/your-wine-it-ys-all-about-the-oak/

All About English Wine

If you’re curious about the growing buzz around English wine, this introductory guide to the wines of England will help you get to know the major emerging regions, grapes varieties and styles that are putting England on the map.

http://winefolly.com/review/all-about-english-wine/

Breaking Down the Jargon of Beer

If you’re a beer lover you’ve likely noticed that there is a lot of unfamiliar words being thrown around by the professionals.

http://mendobrew.com/blog/2430_breaking-down-the-jargon-of-beer/

Sin Tax Revenues In US

Sign Up For Our Newsletters

Get updated On Liquor Industry News, Events, Sales And More!

Find Us Online

VOTED BEST (GOLD) LIQUOR STORE IN 16 TOWN REGION

2014, 2015 AND 2016!

Like Us On Facebook

Follow Us On Twitter

Our Latest Specials

Liquor

Wine

Beer

New Beer Keg Information Page

Shop Our Selections Online!

Find The Following for online ordering and in store pick up:

Franklin Wine Club Selections

Saké

Beer

Vegan Selections

Liquor

Wines In Our Dispenser

Quini Reviewed Wines

Musings On The Vine Selections

Vinitas Wineworks Selections

AND MORE!

Stop In And Try!!

MORE ON TAP In Store Kiosk

Interactive Technology While You Shop:

Sale Items

Drink Recipes

Product Information

Events

Food And Wine Pairings

Staff Picks

And More!

Upcoming Events

Franklin Wine Club Meeting

Wine Explorers wanted!

Join Our 400 Club Members!

How To attend and join

https://registration.xenegrade.com/tri-county/courseDisplay.cfm?schID=2068

More Coming Soon!

Medway Community Education

More Soon!

Tri-County Adult Education

Vinitas WineWorks LLC, Tri-County Adult Education, and Franklin Liquors are excited to announce the Fall session of the French Wine Scholar Certification program!

Our next session starts September 6 and will run on nine consecutive Tuesday evenings.

Become A French Wine Scholar

Read More:

Our Friends That Offer Wine Tastings/Education

Vinitas WineWorks, LLC

Kim M. Simone, Founder and Wine Advisor

Wine And Chocolate Events

Franklin Liquors And The Sugar Shoppe Partners For

Your Chocolate And Wine Events

Food And Wine Events

Our Partner

http://www.delongwine.com/collections/wine-maps#oid=1017_4

Franklin Liquors Wine Education

Certified Specialist Of Wine-CSW

Certified Specialist Of Spirits-CSS

Society Of Wine Educators

California Wine Appellation Specialist-CWAS-San Francisco Wine School (First In MA)

French Wine Scholar FWS-French Wine Society

Quini Certified Educator- QCE (First In USA)

Italian Wine Specialist-IWS-North American Sommelier Association

Looking For Wine Maps?

The best wine maps in the business!!

Get your complete wine tasting guide disguised as a notebook.

Over 100,000 copies sold worldwide!

http://www.delongwine.com/collections/wine-tasting-notebooks#oid=1017_5

De Long’s Wine Grape Varietal Table

http://www.delongwine.com/products/wine-grape-varietal-table#oid=1017_3

All Our Wines Are Reviewed On Quini

Great wine educational and tasting app.

Every wine we taste and stock is on Quini.

Tell us what you think by rating the wines.

Find Wine Reviews On Our Website

See And Search Our Latest Reviews!

Search Wine Reviews On Quini

Tags:alcohol, beer, Beer Education, Beer News, Beer Specials, Best Liquor Store, Big Y, Buttery, cocktails, Craft Beer, drinks, Fine Wine, food, food pairing, Franklin Liquors, Franklin Ma, Franklin Wine Club, franklinma, French Wine Scholar, FWS, Gift, Gifts, Halloween, italy, liquor, Liquor Education, Liquor Gifts, liquor Industry, Liquor News, Liquor World, Liquors in franklin, more on tap, News, newsletter, Pour Richards, quini, Readers choice award, SCANKART, Shaws, Shop Franklin, Shopfranklin, social media, Special, Specials, Table And Vine, tasting, tequilia, The Moonlight Chef, vineyards, vinitas Wine works, Wine, wine education, Wine Gifts, Wine In Franklin, Wine News, wine pairing, wine tasting, wineries, Winery
Posted in Beer, Beer Education, Beer In Franklin, Beer News, big y, Books, Brewery, Buttery, Champagne, Chocolate, Cider, Cigar, Food And Wine Pairing, France, Franklin #1 Liquor Store, Franklin MA, Franklin Wine Club, Free Wine, French Wine Scholar, French Wine Society, FWS, Gift, Gift Ideas, Horizon Beverage, Italy, July 4th, Kegs, La Cantina Winery, Liquor, Liquor Education, Liquor in Franklin, Liquor Industry, Liquor Industy, Liquor News, Liquor World, Medway, Medway Community Education, more on tap, musings on the vine, Pour Richards, Quini, Readers Choice Award Winnner, Sale, SCANKART, shaws, shopfranklin, Specials, Storm, sugar shoppe, Table&Vine, Thanksgiving, The Moonlight Chef, The Moonlightchef, Tolaini, Tri County Adult Education, Tuscany, Valdisanti, Valentine's Day, Vineyard, VINITASWINEWORKS, Whiskey, Wine, wine, Wine Club, Wine Dispenser, Wine Education, wine education, Wine Education In Franklin, Wine Events, Wine Health, Wine in Franklin, Wine News, Wine Scholar Guild, Wine Tasting, Wine Tasting Events, Wine Tasting in Franklin, Winery, yoga | Leave a Comment »

Liquor Industry News/Links 07-09-16

July 9, 2016

Liquor Industry News/Links

07-09-16

https://registration.xenegrade.com/tri-county/courseDisplay.cfm?schID=2068

By: Mark C Lenzi

CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, QCE, IWS*

French Wine Studies At Franklin Liquors

Vinitas WineWorks LLC, Tri-County Adult Education, and Franklin Liquors are excited to announce the Fall session of the French Wine Scholar Certification program!

Our next session starts September 6 and will run on nine consecutive Tuesday evenings.

Become A French Wine Scholar

Read More:

Take Care

Franklin Liquors

Mike & Mark

Liquor Industry Week In Review

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

Exciting News From Quini

Misleading ads for wine customers In MA

AND MORE!

Franklin Liquors New Daily Newspaper

The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW)

Our Daily Wine Newspaper

http://www.cnet.com/news/beer-tech-awesome/

Beer + tech = awesome

These 12 devices each use technology to improve your beer drinking experience — a worthy cause for tech if I’ve ever heard one.

Peak rosé: wine-flavored gummies now have over 3,000 people on waitlist

The pink wine has recently surged in popularity, becoming synonymous with all things summertime, so it’s no surprise the candy spinoff is now a viral food

https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2016/jul/01/rose-wine-flavored-gummies-wait-list

How To Go Wine Tasting Without Being Annoying AF To The Winery

If you’ve never been to a wine tasting before, there are a few things you need to know so you don’t look like a newbie in front of the more experienced drinkers.

http://elitedaily.com/life/wine-tasting-annoying-winery/1539204/

4 Wines Way Better Than Their Reputation

A bad reputation is hard to fix. Even after things have changed, the rest of the world still makes judgements based on the past. This kind of thing can happen to anyone, and it also happens with wine. It can take an entire generation before people rediscover a wine.

Here are some wines that deserve a second chance.

http://winefolly.com/tutorial/4-wines-way-better-than-their-reputation/

First We Feast Presents…That’s Odd, Let’s Drink It!

Dogfish Head’s Sam Calagione makes beers inspired by icons like Mario Batali, Chris Bosh, and Mac Miller on FWF’s new star-studded web series—coming this fall!

http://firstwefeast.com/drink/2015/10/thats-odd-lets-drink-it

Our Friends At Quini Latest Newsletter

Franklin Liquors And A Wine Club Member Mentioned

http://quiniwine.cmail20.com/t/ViewEmail/t/5D4E864DBEB0C584/4E2D1D1C1DD3EEC6C9C291422E3DE149

Burgundy: People with a Passion for Wine (Official Trailer)

Official Trailer for New Burgundy documentary film – 2016 Release!

Using a colorful mosaic of stories, this documentary film demystifies the world-famous French winemaking region and offers a rare, insider glimpse into the lives of the passionate people working in Burgundy’s wine industry

https://youtu.be/-C2j_J2zzJI

Coming to America: A ‘world-class’ wine born near Shangri-La

When it’s released in the United States in September, it will cost $300 a bottle. Maybe more.

https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/food/coming-to-america-a-world-class-wine-born-near-shangri-la/2016/07/01/7932871a-3cbb-11e6-84e8-1580c7db5275_story.html

BIBENDUM RELAUNCHES PLONK WINE APP

Bibendum has relaunched its educational wine app, Plonk, to “focus on the drinking occasion” as it attempts to create an engaged community of wine drinkers.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2016/07/bibendum-relaunches-plonk-wine-app/

PAMELA ANDERSON LAUNCHES WINE RANGE

Former bouncing Baywatch bombshell Pamela Anderson has teamed up with The Hatch winery in Canada to launch her own wine range.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2016/07/pamela-anderson-launches-wine-range/

New Ballast Point

California-based Ballast Point is introducing a new flavored India Pale Lager (IPL), Orange Vanilla Fathom. Rolling out in 22-ounce bottles and on draft, Orange Vanilla Fathom is a 7%-abv IPL that is billed as a warm weather brew that is reminiscent of “a creamsicle in a glass.” Ballast Point, acquired by Constellation last year for $1 billion, saw depletions rise more than 60% in Constellation’s recently completed first quarter, ended in May.

CANNABIS THE NEXT ‘CRAFT’ FOR SPIRITS

The industry is beginning to pay attention to the cannabis-based drinks sector as “legislation” spreads across the US.

http://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2016/07/euromonitor-cannabis-the-next-craft-for-spirits/?article-source=newsletter&source=734&date=2016-07-05

How Much Did Wineries Really Make in 2015?

The Bigs are moving on up. Consumers are permanently vacating lower prices segments in favor of higher quality New consumers are moving into The $10-$20 segments and it shows in the Nielsen chart and large wineries are following.

http://svbwine.blogspot.com/2015/05/how-much-did-wineries-really-make-in.html

How much should you pay for a bottle of Champagne?

Such a simple question and yet so complicated to give a definitive answer as it greatly depends on who is asking and more so, why… Let me explain:

http://www.glassofbubbly.com/how-much-should-you-pay-for-a-bottle-of-champagne/

STING TRUMPS CELEBRITY WINE RATING

English singer-songwriter Sting’s Tuscan red Sister Moon has been voted the number one celebrity wine by ratings app Vivino, trumping the likes of Brangelina and Donald Trump.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2016/07/sting-trumps-celebrity-wine-rating/

The Chablis winegrowing region seen from the sky

Chablis is located in the north of the Bourgogne wine region, and is simple to grasp. It has a single varietal, Chardonnay, and produces only white wine.

https://youtu.be/dVRokB_w4Bg?list=PLFeJ8hAKG36IgJDcIdiqfeyqJU5wwudky

A-B expanding ‘Rita lineup with Cherry-Ahh-Rita

Anheuser-Busch is once expanding its Bud Light Lime malt beverage line with a new flavor: Cherry-Ahh-Rita.

http://www.stltoday.com/entertainment/dining/bars-and-clubs-other/hip-hops/a-b-expanding-rita-lineup-with-cherry-ahh-rita/article_21aeeb17-8e0c-5212-8cac-7cdcec1166f2.html?utm_source=Daily+Brew&utm_campaign=ba991dff98-The+Daily+Brew%3A+July+5%2C+2016&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_935b7e0b70-ba991dff98-36686829

Here’s the Big Difference Between Liquor and Liqueur — and No, They’re Not Interchangeable

While the first four letters of the words are the same, and they both can be found in a cocktail, that is where the similarities end.

https://mic.com/articles/147854/this-is-the-difference-between-liquor-and-liqueur-and-no-they-are-not-the-same-thing#.Z5sJ85OVw

Liquor In The Freezer: Bourbon Hellfire Fudgesicles

The result is a chocolaty, bourbony taste with a bit of spice on the finish.

http://www.autostraddle.com/liquor-in-the-freezer-bourbon-hellfire-fudgesicles-343714/

Wine from Drew Bledsoe?

Ex-athletes keep up competition at vineyards

We Have Drew’s Red Blend In Stock!

http://www.si.com/nfl/2016/07/01/rick-mirer-drew-bledsoe-wine-patriots-retired-athletes

I-Team In MA: Misleading ads for wine customers

The I-Team went to 10 different liquor stores in Hampden County MA

Interesting look at shelf talker practices

http://wwlp.com/investigative-story/i-team-misleading-ads-for-wine-customers/

Albariño: A Taste of Coastal Spain in a Wine Glass

Albariño is as refreshing and lively as the cool, green, windswept corner of Spain where it’s produced. Add an attractive price, and it’s little wonder that this white wine is one of the country’s most popular

http://www.wsj.com/articles/albarino-a-taste-of-coastal-spain-in-a-wine-glass-1467743225

The Most Expensive Cities Worldwide To Drink A Beer

GoEuro compared the price of local and imported draught beer in hotel bars worldwide to compile their ranking

http://www.forbes.com/sites/niallmccarthy/2016/07/05/the-most-expensive-cities-worldwide-to-drink-a-beer-infographic/#27c93eea11d2

Exciting News From Quini

Quini Launches Restaurant Industry’s First Integrated Wine Sales, Training and Customer Engagement Software Platform

QUINI SOMM™ Maximizes Wine Sales and Improves Efficiencies in Full Service Restaurants

https://quiniwine.com/wine-industry/innovatequinisomm.

Top 10 Consumers Of Red Wine In 2017

This tiny contraption is capable of producing endless wine

No more heading to the store to top up your wine supply.

https://www.engadget.com/2016/07/06/this-tiny-contraption-is-capable-of-producing-endless-wine/

Choosing the Right Wine Decanter For Your Needs

If you enjoy red wine or drink more affordable wine on a regular basis, then using a decanter is a great idea.

http://winefolly.com/tutorial/choosing-the-best-wine-decanter/

Sign Up For Our Newsletters

Get updated On Liquor Industry News, Events, Sales And More!

Find Us Online

VOTED BEST (GOLD) LIQUOR STORE IN 16 TOWN REGION

2014, 2015 AND 2016!

Like Us On Facebook

Follow Us On Twitter

Our Latest Specials

Liquor

Wine

Beer

New Beer Keg Information Page

Shop Our Selections Online!

Find The Following for online ordering and in store pick up:

Franklin Wine Club Selections

Saké

Beer

Vegan Selections

Liquor

Wines In Our Dispenser

Quini Reviewed Wines

Musings On The Vine Selections

Vinitas Wineworks Selections

AND MORE!

Stop In And Try!!

MORE ON TAP In Store Kiosk

Interactive Technology While You Shop:

Sale Items

Drink Recipes

Product Information

Events

Food And Wine Pairings

Staff Picks

And More!

Upcoming Events

Franklin Wine Club Meeting

Wine Explorers wanted!

Join Our 400 Club Members!

How To attend and join

https://registration.xenegrade.com/tri-county/courseDisplay.cfm?schID=2068

More Coming Soon!

Medway Community Education

More Soon!

Tri-County Adult Education

Vinitas WineWorks LLC, Tri-County Adult Education, and Franklin Liquors are excited to announce the Fall session of the French Wine Scholar Certification program!

Our next session starts September 6 and will run on nine consecutive Tuesday evenings.

Become A French Wine Scholar

Read More:

Our Friends That Offer Wine Tastings/Education

Vinitas WineWorks, LLC

Kim M. Simone, Founder and Wine Advisor

Wine And Chocolate Events

Franklin Liquors And The Sugar Shoppe Partners For

Your Chocolate And Wine Events

Food And Wine Events

Our Partner

http://www.delongwine.com/collections/wine-maps#oid=1017_4

Franklin Liquors Wine Education

Certified Specialist Of Wine-CSW

Certified Specialist Of Spirits-CSS

Society Of Wine Educators

California Wine Appellation Specialist-CWAS-San Francisco Wine School (First In MA)

French Wine Scholar FWS-French Wine Society

Quini Certified Educator- QCE (First In USA)

Italian Wine Specialist-IWS-North American Sommelier Association

Looking For Wine Maps?

The best wine maps in the business!!

Get your complete wine tasting guide disguised as a notebook.

Over 100,000 copies sold worldwide!

http://www.delongwine.com/collections/wine-tasting-notebooks#oid=1017_5

De Long’s Wine Grape Varietal Table

http://www.delongwine.com/products/wine-grape-varietal-table#oid=1017_3

All Our Wines Are Reviewed On Quini

Great wine educational and tasting app.

Every wine we taste and stock is on Quini.

Tell us what you think by rating the wines.

Find Wine Reviews On Our Website

See And Search Our Latest Reviews!

Search Wine Reviews On Quini

Tags:alcohol, beer, Beer Education, Beer News, Beer Specials, Best Liquor Store, Big Y, Buttery, cocktails, Craft Beer, drinks, Fine Wine, food, food pairing, Franklin Liquors, Franklin Ma, Franklin Wine Club, franklinma, French Wine Scholar, FWS, Gift, Gifts, Halloween, italy, liquor, Liquor Education, Liquor Gifts, liquor Industry, Liquor News, Liquor World, Liquors in franklin, more on tap, News, newsletter, Pour Richards, quini, Readers choice award, SCANKART, Shaws, Shop Franklin, Shopfranklin, social media, Special, Specials, Table And Vine, tasting, tequilia, The Moonlight Chef, vineyards, vinitas Wine works, Wine, wine education, Wine Gifts, Wine In Franklin, Wine News, wine pairing, wine tasting, wineries, Winery
Posted in Beer, Beer Education, Beer In Franklin, Beer News, big y, Books, Brewery, Buttery, Champagne, Chocolate, Cider, Cigar, Food And Wine Pairing, France, Franklin #1 Liquor Store, Franklin MA, Franklin Wine Club, Free Wine, French Wine Scholar, French Wine Society, FWS, Gift, Gift Ideas, Horizon Beverage, Italy, July 4th, Kegs, La Cantina Winery, Liquor, Liquor Education, Liquor in Franklin, Liquor Industry, Liquor Industy, Liquor News, Liquor World, Medway, Medway Community Education, more on tap, musings on the vine, Pour Richards, Quini, Readers Choice Award Winnner, Sale, SCANKART, shaws, shopfranklin, Specials, Storm, sugar shoppe, Table&Vine, Thanksgiving, The Moonlight Chef, The Moonlightchef, Tolaini, Tri County Adult Education, Tuscany, Valdisanti, Valentine's Day, Vineyard, VINITASWINEWORKS, Whiskey, Wine, wine, Wine Club, Wine Dispenser, Wine Education, wine education, Wine Education In Franklin, Wine Events, Wine Health, Wine in Franklin, Wine News, Wine Scholar Guild, Wine Tasting, Wine Tasting Events, Wine Tasting in Franklin, Winery, yoga | Leave a Comment »

Liquor Industry News/Links 07-02-16

July 2, 2016

Liquor Industry News/Links

07-02-16

https://www.facebook.com/FoodUncorkedMA/

By: Mark C Lenzi

CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, QCE, IWS*

Coming Soon!

New Franklin Cable TV Show Adventures!!

In July Our #ShopFranklin Segment Airs!

Watch Our Small Business Spotlight/Interview

Also

Our New Adventure With The Moonlight Chef

Food Uncorked Shows Coming Soon!

We Will Explore Cooking With Wine

Facebook Page

Twitter

https://twitter.com/FoodUncorkedMA

Also On

Pintrest

AND

Instagram

Franklin TV Page

http://www.franklin.tv

Our July 4^th Sale Newsletter

http://ow.ly/NfW2301JKyb

July 4^th Wine Suggestions

Our Quini Reviews

https://quiniwine.com/browsewine/%23Franklin%20July%204th

New Beer Keg Information Page

http://ow.ly/yskh301NCtr

Have A Safe And Happy 4th

Take Care

Franklin Liquors

Mike & Mark

Liquor Industry Week In Review

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

July 4^th By The Numbers

What Would Your Wine Job Be?

What Is In Your Wine?

AND MORE!

Franklin Liquors New Daily Newspaper

The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW)

Our Daily Wine Newspaper

http://www.forbes.com/sites/cathyhuyghe/2016/06/24/wine-tasting-notes-that-are-animated-absolutely-heres-why/#3693964e6182

Wine Tasting Notes That Are ANIMATED? Absolutely. Here’s Why.

Zelda Sydney, an illustrator in Vancouver, is expanding the definition of wine imagery by stepping outside the parameters of traditional label design.

Boxed wine is hotter than ever — find the perfect pairing for your summer outing, from BBQs to the beach

Portable vino from a can or box no longer means sickeningly sweet budget blends chugged at college frat parties (sorry, Franzia).

http://www.nydailynews.com/life-style/eats/boxed-wine-hotter-find-perfect-pairing-article-1.2686925

A Significant Amount Of Wine Is Shipped Around The World In?

Many imported wines are not bottled where they are produced, but are instead pumped into giant bladders that resemble a huge version of the CamelBak hydration system worn by cyclists and distance runners

http://www.howtogeek.com/trivia/a-significant-amount-of-wine-is-shipped-around-the-world-in/

THIS BAG LETS YOU TAKE A WHOLE BOX OF WINE WHEREVER YOU GO

The “Wine Dispensing Travel Tote,” created by Tracey Luebbers and currently selling on Uncommon Goods, is no doubt your new travel accessory. It holds an entire box of wine, and has room for anything else you commonly store in your purse.

https://www.thrillist.com/news/nation/bag-to-carry-box-of-wine

Spanish Wine Exploration Map

So, as you can imagine, getting into the wines of Spain can be a wee bit intimidating. Instead of giving up, start with this fun list of 16 wines that represent the best of what Spain has to offer.

http://winefolly.com/tutorial/spanish-wine-exploration-map/

Anatomy of a Wine Barrel: Parts, Sizes, Infographic

Building wood barrels and using them for transporting and/or ageing wine is a very old European tradition.

http://socialvignerons.com/2016/06/27/anatomy-of-a-wine-barrel-parts-sizes-infographic/

PUBLISHER PLOTS 805 US DISTILLERIES ON MAP

The map, available in formats up to 40 × 28 inch, was designed to show the “great variety” of American whiskey producers today.

http://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2016/06/publisher-plots-805-us-distilleries-on-map/?article-source=newsletter&source=728&date=2016-06-28

Does Expensive Wine Taste Better?

Taste, as we all know, is subjective. It’s also not the only factor in determining a wine’s monetary worth

http://www.foodandwine.com/wine/does-expensive-wine-taste-better

If You Had a Wine Job, What Would It Be?

What would you do if you worked in the wine industry? Follow the flow chart and find your dream wine job.

http://winefolly.com/tutorial/if-you-had-a-wine-job-what-would-it-be-flow-chart/

The MUNCHIES Guide to Buying Supermarket Wine

Because the wine you’re about to buy probably doesn’t come from a small estate. To be distributed in large retailers, there are supply minimums to meet. This doesn’t mean the wines will be bad—far from it—but if you want the image of the little winemaker managing a ten-acre vineyard, you’re in the wrong place. You’ll have to go to the wine shop for that.

https://munchies.vice.com/en/articles/the-munchies-guide-to-buying-supermarket-wine

Bernick’s Periodic Table of Beer

Technically, a periodic table is “a table of elements arranged based on various configurations and similar properties”. So yes, it works for beer similar to the way it works for elements.

http://blog.bernicks.com/blog/bernicks-periodic-table-of-beer

The U.S. Becomes Champagne’s Top Export Market

License solution in sight for Bolton MA winery

Update on Nashoba Issue With State Of MA

http://www.lowellsun.com/todaysheadlines/ci_30070254/license-solution-sight-bolton-winery

JULY 4TH BY THE NUMBERS

For backyard grillers, the Fourth of July means a lot of delicious food purchases. As Americans fire up their grills over the weekend and break out the red, white and blue cutlery, they’ll be loading up their grocery carts with billions of dollars’ worth of food and beverages.

http://www.nielsen.com/us/en/insights/news/2016/july-4th-by-the-numbers.html

Knowledge Bombing on Pét-Nats

Pétillant-naturel means, “naturally sparkling,” and everyone who refers to wines made in this style as simply “pét-nats,” can thank Loire Valley winemaker Christian Chaussard (he looks like everyone’s favorite uncle), who coined the term back in the late 1990s.

http://napavalleywineacademy.com/its-fizzy-its-delicious-its-a-pet-nat/

THE 10 BEST BEERS TO DRINK ON THE 4TH OF JULY, BEER’S OFFICIAL HOLIDAY

But beer was, is, and forever shall be the only reasonable thing to drink in bulk on the 4th of July.

http://vinepair.com/wine-blog/the-10-best-beers-to-drink-on-the-4th-of-july-beers-official-holiday/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=965f7e12f9-Jun_28_2016&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-965f7e12f9-38937345

If point scores give you reassurance, go ahead and trust them…

That any system of judgment created by humans is fallible is obvious; that doesn’t mean we should throw the baby out with the bathwater.

http://www.steveheimoff.com/index.php/2016/06/30/if-point-scores-give-you-reassurance-go-ahead-and-trust-them/

Original Article:

http://www.portlandmercury.com/The-Food-Issue-2016/2016/06/29/18302560/why-you-should-ignore-the-wine-point-system

Here’s why you should never brush your teeth after drinking wine

While this may have you rushing to your toothbrush after drinking vino, that could actually make it worse.

http://www.businessinsider.com/never-brush-your-teeth-after-drinking-wine-2016-6

What’s Lurking in Your Wine: Fish Bladders, Egg Whites, and Mega Purple

Some wineries rely on science, along with various additives, to correct mistakes—to improve flavors and to provide a better balance of alcohol and tannins.

http://www.eater.com/wine/2016/6/29/12054192/wine-making-ingredients-chaptalization-acidification

Americans’ taste for Mexican beer sucking up water supply, mayor says

Municipality near the US border says brewery that makes Corona, Modelo and other beers is using so much water from wells that region is becoming bone dry

https://www.theguardian.com/world/2016/jun/30/americans-beer-corona-mexico-water-crisis

Sign Up For Our Newsletters

Get updated On Liquor Industry News, Events, Sales And More!

Find Us Online

VOTED BEST (GOLD) LIQUOR STORE IN 16 TOWN REGION

2014, 2015 AND 2016!

Like Us On Facebook

Follow Us On Twitter

Our Latest Specials

Liquor

Wine

Beer

New Beer Keg Information Page

Shop Our Selections Online!

Find The Following for online ordering and in store pick up:

Franklin Wine Club Selections

Saké

Beer

Vegan Selections

Liquor

Wines In Our Dispenser

Quini Reviewed Wines

Musings On The Vine Selections

Vinitas Wineworks Selections

AND MORE!

Stop In And Try!!

MORE ON TAP In Store Kiosk

Interactive Technology While You Shop:

Sale Items

Drink Recipes

Product Information

Events

Food And Wine Pairings

Staff Picks

And More!

Upcoming Events

Franklin Wine Club Meeting

Wine Explorers wanted!

Join Our 400 Club Members!

How To attend and join

https://registration.xenegrade.com/tri-county/courseDisplay.cfm?schID=2068

More Coming Soon!

Medway Community Education

More Soon!

Tri-County Adult Education

Vinitas WineWorks LLC, Tri-County Adult Education, and Franklin Liquors are excited to announce the Fall session of the French Wine Scholar Certification program!

Our next session starts September 6 and will run on nine consecutive Tuesday evenings.

Become A French Wine Scholar

Read More:

Our Friends That Offer Wine Tastings/Education

Vinitas WineWorks, LLC

Kim M. Simone, Founder and Wine Advisor

Wine And Chocolate Events

Franklin Liquors And The Sugar Shoppe Partners For

Your Chocolate And Wine Events

Food And Wine Events

Our Partner

http://www.delongwine.com/collections/wine-maps#oid=1017_4

Franklin Liquors Wine Education

Certified Specialist Of Wine-CSW

Certified Specialist Of Spirits-CSS

Society Of Wine Educators

California Wine Appellation Specialist-CWAS-San Francisco Wine School (First In MA)

French Wine Scholar FWS-French Wine Society

Quini Certified Educator- QCE (First In USA)

Italian Wine Specialist-IWS-North American Sommelier Association

Looking For Wine Maps?

The best wine maps in the business!!

Get your complete wine tasting guide disguised as a notebook.

Over 100,000 copies sold worldwide!

http://www.delongwine.com/collections/wine-tasting-notebooks#oid=1017_5

De Long’s Wine Grape Varietal Table

http://www.delongwine.com/products/wine-grape-varietal-table#oid=1017_3

All Our Wines Are Reviewed On Quini

Great wine educational and tasting app.

Every wine we taste and stock is on Quini.

Tell us what you think by rating the wines.

Find Wine Reviews On Our Website

See And Search Our Latest Reviews!

Search Wine Reviews On Quini

Tags:alcohol, beer, Beer Education, Beer News, Beer Specials, Best Liquor Store, Big Y, Buttery, cocktails, Craft Beer, drinks, Fine Wine, food, food pairing, Franklin Liquors, Franklin Ma, Franklin Wine Club, franklinma, French Wine Scholar, FWS, Gift, Gifts, Halloween, italy, liquor, Liquor Education, Liquor Gifts, liquor Industry, Liquor News, Liquor World, Liquors in franklin, more on tap, News, newsletter, Pour Richards, quini, Readers choice award, SCANKART, Shaws, Shop Franklin, Shopfranklin, social media, Special, Specials, Table And Vine, tasting, tequilia, The Moonlight Chef, vineyards, vinitas Wine works, Wine, wine education, Wine Gifts, Wine In Franklin, Wine News, wine pairing, wine tasting, wineries, Winery
Posted in Beer, Beer Education, Beer In Franklin, Beer News, big y, Books, Brewery, Buttery, Champagne, Chocolate, Cider, Cigar, Food And Wine Pairing, France, Franklin #1 Liquor Store, Franklin MA, Franklin Wine Club, Free Wine, French Wine Scholar, Gift, Gift Ideas, Horizon Beverage, Italy, July 4th, Kegs, La Cantina Winery, Liquor, Liquor Education, Liquor in Franklin, Liquor Industry, Liquor Industy, Liquor News, Liquor World, Medway, Medway Community Education, more on tap, musings on the vine, Pour Richards, Quini, Readers Choice Award Winnner, Sale, SCANKART, shaws, shopfranklin, Specials, Storm, sugar shoppe, Table&Vine, Thanksgiving, The Moonlight Chef, The Moonlightchef, Tolaini, Tri County Adult Education, Tuscany, Valdisanti, Valentine's Day, Vineyard, VINITASWINEWORKS, Whiskey, wine, Wine, Wine Club, Wine Dispenser, Wine Education, wine education, Wine Education In Franklin, Wine Events, Wine Health, Wine in Franklin, Wine News, Wine Tasting, Wine Tasting Events, Wine Tasting in Franklin, Winery, yoga | Leave a Comment »

Liquor Industry News/Links 06-25-16

June 25, 2016

Liquor Industry News/Links

06-25-16

By: Mark C Lenzi

CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, QCE, IWS*

BIG NEWS!

THANK YOU!!

For The Third Year In A Row….

WE WERE VOTED #1 (GOLD) LIQUOR STORE

Franklin

AND

16 Town Regions

Read The Results:

Liquor Store Results

All Catagories

Take Care

Franklin Liquors

Mike & Mark

Liquor Industry Week In Review

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

Headaches And Wine

Ice Cream Flavored Beer

Grilling And Grapes

AND MORE!

Franklin Liquors New Daily Newspaper

The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW)

Our Daily Wine Newspaper

http://www.npr.org/sections/thesalt/2016/06/17/482315073/demystifying-terroir-maybe-its-the-microbes-making-magic-in-your-wine

Demystifying Terroir: Maybe Its The Microbes Making Magic In Your Wine

Scientists and winemakers like Allen are now recognizing that part of what makes a wine-growing region special may be its resident microbes

Rejoice, Non-Alcoholic Wine For Cats Has Hit The United States

Who’s feline like a drink?

black cat and glass of red wine

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/cat-wine-apollo-peak_us_57631e82e4b015db1bc8c911

Blue Wine Is Now a Thing You Can Drink

The vino is created from an undisclosed combination of red and white grapes that has “no aging procedure.”

http://time.com/4373428/blue-wine/

Mass. Winery Owner Says Reinterpreted Regulations Might Put Him Out Of Business

Suddenly the state’s Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission (ABCC) has announced it won’t be renewing all the farm’s licenses for making and pouring alcohol

http://www.wbur.org/morningedition/2016/06/17/nashoba-valley-winery

Sparkling wine – it’s not just from France anymore

Bubbly, Champers, Sparklers, Fizz – when consumers are looking for sparkling wine, they are no longer simply being offered French Champagne. Other country’s products, like Italian Prosecco, Spanish Cava and US Méthode Champenoise are flooding the market

https://vinsightsgwp.wordpress.com/2016/06/14/sparkling-wine-its-not-just-from-france-anymore/

Introduction to Wine Law

This course, presented by Lindsey A. Zahn, lawyer at Lehrman Beverage Law, PLLC, provides a brief history of wine regulation in the United States, addresses some of the contemporary issues in wine law, and offers insight on some of the most convoluted laws in existence since the repeal of Prohibition.

https://www.lawline.com/course/introduction-to-wine-law

Champagne Flutes or Glasses?

The taste of Champagne is greatly affected by the shape of the glass!

http://winefolly.com/tutorial/champagne-flutes-or-glasses/

Trending taste: Beers brewed with salt

Refreshing and perfect for warm weather, goses benefit from a pinch of salt in the recipe.

http://draftmag.com/beers-brewed-with-salt/?utm_source=Daily+Brew&utm_campaign=98d2db0412-The+Daily+Brew%3A+June+16%2C+2016&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_935b7e0b70-98d2db0412-36686829

U.S. – Leading Flavored Whiskies

New Slim Can Seltzer

Boston Beer Co. is extending its newly launched Truly Spiked & Sparkling hard seltzer brand next month with a “slim can” variety 12-pack. Truly Spiked & Sparkling’s new variety pack, retailing at about $16 depending on the market, will feature four 12-ounce slim cans each of the brand’s Colima Lime, Grapefruit & Pomelo and Pomegranate flavors.

Carmel ‘IN mompreneur’ launches state’s first wine truck

It’s not exactly an adult ice-cream truck, but it’s close. The state’s first wine truck is rolling into an event near you, and it even has a name.

http://www.indystar.com/story/life/food/2016/06/15/carmel-mompreneur-launches-states-first-wine-truck/85555002/

Wine Types To Drink Based On Zodiac Sign

Enjoy the selections, and embrace the wine you were always destined to try. Cheers!

http://www.bustle.com/articles/166352-what-type-of-wine-you-should-drink-based-on-your-zodiac-sign

Mushroom beers

‘Shrooms in beer sound “Harry Potter”-ish, but the earthy flavors the fungus imparts can complement everything from light and salty goses to roasty, chocolaty stouts. Like elusive wild mushrooms, though, these beers aren’t necessarily easy to find.

http://draftmag.com/beers-brewed-with-mushrooms/?utm_source=Daily+Brew&utm_campaign=f936594527-The+Daily+Brew%3A+June+15%2C+2016&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_935b7e0b70-f936594527-36686829

Grilling and Grapes

Best Wines to Have with BBQ

https://www.fix.com/blog/best-wine-and-barbecue-pairings/

New Mikes Hard Seltzer Line

Mike’s Hard Lemonade franchise—has launched White Claw Hard Seltzer. Made with cane sugar and natural fruit flavors, White Claw includes Natural Lime, Black Cherry and Ruby Grapefruit expressions (all 5% abv). According to White Claw vice president of marketing Sanjiv Gajiwala, the brand is being positioned as a lighter, all-natural alternative to beer and cocktails made with sodas and mixers. White Claw Hard Seltzer is currently hitting the market nationwide, retailing at around $10 a six-pack of 12-ounce cans.

Roero – one of Piedmont’s lesser known regions

Today, Arneis dominates the region, with production around 500,000 cases a year. Nebbiolo is still an important part of the Roero story, but the production of Rosso is a small fraction of the Bianco (about 40,000 cases a year).

https://thedrunkencyclist.com/2016/06/15/roero-one-of-piedmonts-lesser-known-regions/

Beginning Taster FAQ’s

These questions are a big one and remind me of how difficult it is to start the wine journey—and how much there is to know and learn.

http://www.timgaiser.com/blog/beginning-taster-faqs?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+TimGaiserMasterSommelier-Blog+%28The+Blog+of+Tim+Gaiser%2C+MS%29

Craft Beer Drinkers Consult Their Phones Before Opening Their Wallets

New York-based strategic marketing and advertising agency XenoPsi recently conducted a study that looked at the beer purchasing habits of people using mobile at the shelf, finding room where beer brands can capitalize

http://www.adweek.com/news/advertising-branding/infographic-craft-beer-drinkers-consult-their-phones-opening-their-wallets-172065

BAILEYS UNVEILS DAIRY-FREE, GLUTEN-FREE PRODUCT

Baileys Almande – made with almond milk, almond essence cane sugar, purified eater and real vanilla – is currently available in select cities in the US and Canada

http://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2016/06/baileys-unveils-dairy-free-gluten-free-product/?article-source=newsletter&source=721&date=2016-06-20

Wine Additives Explained

There is a lot of fear and distrust around the topic of wine additives and it’s not exactly unfounded

http://winefolly.com/review/wine-additives-explained/

Music Affects How Beer Tastes, Study Says

According to a new study out of Belgium, music can alter how people perceive the taste — and even the strength — of beer

http://www.eater.com/2016/6/20/11975980/music-beer-flavor-study-belgium

Top single malt players in the U.S.

Ben & Jerry’s next ice cream-flavored beer is coming

The ice cream mavericks at Ben & Jerry’s are teaming up with New Belgium Brewing again to create the latest in a line of ice-cream infused brews.

http://www.foxnews.com/leisure/2016/06/22/ben-jerrys-next-ice-cream-flavored-beer-is-coming/

It’s bubbly. It’s pink. It’s a beer.

‘It’s an odd style,” Long Trail Brewing Company brewmaster Dave Hartmann says of the gose, a classic German beer brewed with salt and coriander.

https://www.bostonglobe.com/lifestyle/food-dining/2016/06/21/bubbly-pink-beer/S6T47rBtY2AvquQl8oJDrM/story.html

Um, You REALLY Should Know What Biodynamic Wine Is Before Drinking It

By now, most of us have a handle on what organic means, but what exactly does it mean for a wine to be biodynamic?

Winery workers fill cow horns with manure before their annual burial that is part of the biodynamic vineyard preparation at Ehler’s Estate Thursday, Dec. 13, 2012 in St. Helena, Calif. The female cow horns, which are filled with manure from female cows, adds nourishment and stimulates soil life to the vineyard. The burial has taken place each year for the past nine years. (AP Photo/Eric Risberg)

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/biodynamic-wine_us_57641c96e4b0853f8bf09933

Amazing Red: Nerello Mascalese

Nerello Mascalese “nair-rello mask-ah-lay-zay” is a light-bodied red wine that primarily grows on the slopes of Mount Etna in Sicily. Despite its rarity, the wine offers amazing value and a taste profile that’s often likened to fine Pinot Noir. Find out what this special Sicilian red has to offer.

http://winefolly.com/review/amazing-red-nerello-mascalese/?utm_source=Wine+Folly&utm_campaign=3d2596bfa8-RSS_EMAIL_CAMPAIGN&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_a18d8bdc1b-3d2596bfa8-62472929&mc_cid=3d2596bfa8&mc_eid=d73340fcba

Getting to the bottom of headaches blamed on wine

It’s not the sulfites and it’s not the color, but alcohol content and additives in mass-produced brands could be culprits.

http://www.pressherald.com/2016/06/22/appel-on-wine-getting-to-the-bottom-of-headaches-blamed-on-wine/

SPAM COCKTAILS ARE A THING NOW

The human race is so out of control that we’ve created a Spam cocktail.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2016/06/spam-cocktails-are-a-thing-now/

Sign Up For Our Newsletters

Get updated On Liquor Industry News, Events, Sales And More!

Find Us Online

VOTED BEST (GOLD) LIQUOR STORE IN 16 TOWN REGION

2014, 2015 AND 2016!

Like Us On Facebook

Follow Us On Twitter

Our Latest Specials

Liquor

Wine

Beer

Shop Our Selections Online!

Find The Following for online ordering and in store pick up:

Franklin Wine Club Selections

Saké

Beer

Vegan Selections

Liquor

Wines In Our Dispenser

Quini Reviewed Wines

Musings On The Vine Selections

Vinitas Wineworks Selections

AND MORE!

Stop In And Try!!

MORE ON TAP In Store Kiosk

Interactive Technology While You Shop:

Sale Items

Drink Recipes

Product Information

Events

Food And Wine Pairings

Staff Picks

And More!

Upcoming Events

Franklin Wine Club Meeting

Wine Explorers wanted!

Join Our 390 Club Members!

How To attend and join

https://registration.xenegrade.com/tri-county/courseDisplay.cfm?schID=2068

More Coming Soon!

Medway Community Education

More Soon!

Tri-County Adult Education

Vinitas WineWorks LLC, Tri-County Adult Education, and Franklin Liquors are excited to announce the Fall session of the French Wine Scholar Certification program!

Our next session starts September 6 and will run on nine consecutive Tuesday evenings.

Become A French Wine Scholar

Read More:

Our Friends That Offer Wine Tastings/Education

Vinitas WineWorks, LLC

Kim M. Simone, Founder and Wine Advisor

Wine And Chocolate Events

Franklin Liquors And The Sugar Shoppe Partners For

Your Chocolate And Wine Events

Food And Wine Events

Our Partner

http://www.delongwine.com/collections/wine-maps#oid=1017_4

Franklin Liquors Wine Education

Certified Specialist Of Wine-CSW

Certified Specialist Of Spirits-CSS

Society Of Wine Educators

California Wine Appellation Specialist-CWAS-San Francisco Wine School (First In MA)

French Wine Scholar FWS-French Wine Society

Quini Certified Educator- QCE (First In USA)

Italian Wine Specialist-IWS-North American Sommelier Association

Looking For Wine Maps?

The best wine maps in the business!!

Get your complete wine tasting guide disguised as a notebook.

Over 100,000 copies sold worldwide!

http://www.delongwine.com/collections/wine-tasting-notebooks#oid=1017_5

De Long’s Wine Grape Varietal Table

http://www.delongwine.com/products/wine-grape-varietal-table#oid=1017_3

All Our Wines Are Reviewed On Quini

Great wine educational and tasting app.

Every wine we taste and stock is on Quini.

Tell us what you think by rating the wines.

Find Wine Reviews On Our Website

See And Search Our Latest Reviews!

Search Wine Reviews On Quini

Tags:alcohol, beer, Beer Education, Beer News, Beer Specials, Best Liquor Store, Big Y, Buttery, cocktails, Craft Beer, drinks, Fine Wine, food, food pairing, Franklin Liquors, Franklin Ma, Franklin Wine Club, franklinma, French Wine Scholar, FWS, Gift, Gifts, Halloween, italy, liquor, Liquor Education, Liquor Gifts, liquor Industry, Liquor News, Liquor World, Liquors in franklin, more on tap, News, newsletter, Pour Richards, quini, Readers choice award, SCANKART, Shaws, Shop Franklin, Shopfranklin, social media, Special, Specials, Table And Vine, tasting, tequilia, The Moonlight Chef, vineyards, vinitas Wine works, Wine, wine education, Wine Gifts, Wine In Franklin, Wine News, wine pairing, wine tasting, wineries, Winery
Posted in Beer, Beer Education, Beer In Franklin, Beer News, big y, Books, Brewery, Buttery, Champagne, Chocolate, Cider, Cigar, Food And Wine Pairing, France, Franklin #1 Liquor Store, Franklin MA, Franklin Wine Club, Free Wine, French Wine Scholar, Gift, Gift Ideas, Horizon Beverage, Italy, La Cantina Winery, Liquor, Liquor Education, Liquor in Franklin, Liquor Industry, Liquor Industy, Liquor News, Liquor World, Medway, Medway Community Education, more on tap, musings on the vine, Pour Richards, Quini, Readers Choice Award Winnner, Sale, SCANKART, shaws, shopfranklin, Specials, Storm, sugar shoppe, Table&Vine, Thanksgiving, The Moonlight Chef, The Moonlightchef, Tolaini, Tri County Adult Education, Tuscany, Valdisanti, Valentine's Day, Vineyard, VINITASWINEWORKS, Whiskey, Wine, wine, Wine Club, Wine Dispenser, wine education, Wine Education, Wine Education In Franklin, Wine Events, Wine Health, Wine in Franklin, Wine News, Wine Tasting, Wine Tasting Events, Wine Tasting in Franklin, Winery, yoga | Leave a Comment »

Liquor Industry News/Links 06-18-16

June 18, 2016

Liquor Industry News/Links

06-18-16

By: Mark C Lenzi

CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, QCE, IWS*

Franklin Liquors Hosted This Week

Vandervalk Farm Winery Tour/Tasting

Our Father’s Day Newsletter

Don’t Forget Dad!

Want Gift Ideas?

Wine Recommendations With Quini Reviews

Happy Father’s Day!

Take Care

Franklin Liquors

Mike & Mark

Liquor Industry Week In Review

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

Donald Trump Beer

Beer And Ice Cream Pairings

Wine And Ice Cream Pairings

AND MORE!

Franklin Liquors New Daily Newspaper

The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW)

Our Daily Wine Newspaper

The world’s top 10 beer brands

Budweiser takes the top spot in the BrandZ Beer Top 10 Brands list, but which other brews feature in the rankings?

http://www.beveragedaily.com/Markets/The-world-s-top-10-beer-brands-BrandZ-report?utm_source=Daily+Brew&utm_campaign=40274d3fa9-The+Daily+Brew%3A+June+10%2C+2016&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_935b7e0b70-40274d3fa9-36686829

Pairing beer with sliders

Stack your plate high: Sliders are the perfect three-bite snack to pair with your favorite pint.

http://draftmag.com/pairing-beer-with-sliders/?utm_source=Daily+Brew&utm_campaign=40274d3fa9-The+Daily+Brew%3A+June+10%2C+2016&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_935b7e0b70-40274d3fa9-36686829

HAVE A GREAT SUMMER WITH THESE 13 ICE CREAM TRUCK TREAT WINE PAIRINGS

Some of the best frozen treats with the perfect wine.

http://vinepair.com/wine-blog/ice-cream-truck-treat-wine-pairings/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=95f6673bc3-Jun_10_2016&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-95f6673bc3-38937345

FIVE OF THE MOST BEAUTIFUL VODKA BOTTLES EVER CREATED

http://www.drinkmemag.com/five-of-the-most-beautiful-vodka-bottles-ever-created/?ct=t%28Drink+Me+Newsletter+-+June+10th%29&mc_cid=e7675847d8&mc_eid=%5BUNIQID%5D

The Most Unique Wine Event I’ve Ever Experienced

Grapetionary A-Z, with one grape designated for each letter and one wine made from each grape.

COMING SOON TO THE FRANKLIN WINE CLUB!

http://www.forbes.com/sites/cathyhuyghe/2016/06/09/the-most-unique-wine-event-ive-ever-experienced/#6a4be4c86ad3

TEEN BINGE DRINKING AT ‘HISTORIC LOW’ IN US

Underage and binge drinking levels have dropped to “historic lows” in the US, according to the latest survey by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

http://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2016/06/teen-binge-drinking-at-historic-low-in-us/?article-source=newsletter&source=712&date=2016-06-10

How Technology Is Transforming the Wine Industry

Wine is a $300 billion industry, and so far, only a handful of start-ups have been making big waves in this niche area.

Four hands with smart phones holding glasses with red wine, on wooden table background

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/daniel-burrus/how-technology-is-transfo_b_10381216.html

Beer distribution supports thousands of jobs in Massachusetts

A recent study available through the Beer Distributors of Massachusetts points out that the local beer distribution industry supports 2,200 jobs in the state

http://www.movetoamerica.expert/beer-distribution-supports-thousands-of-jobs-in-massachusetts/?utm_source=Daily+Brew&utm_campaign=bc545cb4a8-The+Daily+Brew%3A+June+9%2C+2016&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_935b7e0b70-bc545cb4a8-36686829

What Are Wine Lees? (Sur Lie Explained)

You might have seen the words “sur lie” on a bottle of Loire white wine. Sur lie translates to “on the lees,” but what exactly are wine lees and what do they do?

http://winefolly.com/review/what-are-wine-lees-sur-lie-explained/

How Sparkling Wine Is Made

Learn the primary methods used for sparkling wine production including the traditional Champagne method and the tank method (used for Prosecco).

http://winefolly.com/review/how-sparkling-wine-is-made/?utm_source=Wine+Folly&utm_campaign=f75e8bdd6e-RSS_EMAIL_CAMPAIGN&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_a18d8bdc1b-f75e8bdd6e-62472929&mc_cid=f75e8bdd6e&mc_eid=d73340fcba

More on glyphosate in wine

Glyphosate, active ingredient in Roundup herbicide, has been found to be present in 10 different California wines.

http://napavalleyregister.com/news/opinion/mailbag/more-on-glyphosate-in-wine/article_9fc7068f-b2bd-5904-ad06-e153ddb6c241.html

Yes, you can get drunk eating food made with alcohol

If you’ve ever been told that cooking “burns off” any alcohol in the food you’re eating, be forewarned: That’s entirely untrue.

http://www.businessinsider.com/can-food-cooked-with-alcohol-make-you-drunk

CONO SUR PLANS TO PRODUCE CHILE’S FIRST ALBARIÑO

Adolfo Hurtado of Chile’s Cono Sur has revealed an ambition to produce the country’s first Albariño, with the winery currently on the hunt for a suitable site in the south of Chile.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2016/06/cono-sur-plans-to-produce-chiles-first-albarino/

This “Smart Table” Chills Wine & Charges Your Phone As You Eat

Stop whatever you are doing because the future is knocking on your front door, and it’s about to make your mealtimes as Millennial AF. SmartSlab designed a futuristic smart table that chills wine, along with a slew of other cool functions.

http://www.bustle.com/articles/165913-this-smart-table-chills-wine-charges-your-phone-as-you-eat-video

BEER AND ICE CREAM PAIRINGS

Pair 10 Popular Ice Cream Flavors with a Variety of Cold Brews

http://allaboutbeer.com/beer-and-ice-cream-pairings/?utm_source=Daily+Brew&utm_campaign=8ab505cb2d-The+Daily+Brew%3A+June+14%2C+2016&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_935b7e0b70-8ab505cb2d-36686829

Where Do You Stand in the Boxed vs Canned Wine Debate?

So, which is it? Boxed wine or canned wine?

http://www.bonappetit.com/drinks/wine/article/boxed-vs-canned-wine

Mendocino County divided into cannabis appellations

The word “Mendocino” on a cannabis product label may soon carry as much weight as the word “Napa” does on a bottle of wine.

http://www.northbaybusinessjournal.com/northbay/mendocinocounty/5702907-181/mendocino-cannabis-appellations

New Ste. Michelle Product

Ste. Michelle Wine Estates is debuting a new Italian wine label, Mamma Mia Wines. Including a red and white blend (both positioned at around $12 a 750-ml.), Mamma Mia is sourced from southern Italy’s Puglia region. Intended as a food-friendly range of wines to pair with Italian and other cuisines, Mamma Mia is launching nationwide this summer.

CAVA DO LAUNCHES SINGLE ESTATE CLASSIFICATION

The CRDO del Cava (Cava Regulatory Board) has officially launched a new classification of Cava – Cava del Paraje – a premium category specific to the region for single estate Cavas produced to strict criteria.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2016/06/do-cava-launches-single-estate-cava-classification/

WINE SHAMPOO LAUNCHED BY CELEBRITY STYLIST

Celebrity hair stylist John Blaine has launched a new hair care range including a shampoo, conditioner and hydro serum infused with red grape extract.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2016/06/wine-shampoo-launched-by-celebrity-stylist/

Don’t protect lousy liquor stores

Interesting opinion on the changes to laws in Colorado

https://www.denverpost.com/2016/06/13/dont-protect-lousy-liquor-stores/

There’s More to Greek Liquor Than Just Ouzo

Today there are hundreds of ouzo producers across the country, and stiff regulations about what can be called ouzo, but a rare few are starting to go back to the traditional ways as attitudes change.

https://munchies.vice.com/en/articles/theres-more-to-greek-liquor-than-just-ouzo

Brewery mocks Trump with ‘Dumb Donald’ beer

A Chicago-based brewery is releasing a beer named “Dumb Donald,” poking fun at presumptive GOP presidential nominee

http://thehill.com/blogs/in-the-know/in-the-know/283308-brewery-to-release-dumb-donald-beer-mocking-trump

U.S. vintners fracture over TTIP wine debate

The divide sets up a major showdown as U.S. and EU negotiators work furiously to wrap up the trade talks before President Barack Obama leaves office.

U.S. wine industry is holding firm to a deal Washington struck with Brussels in 2006 that allows American vintners to keep labeling their products with such regional designations so long as they were doing so before the agreement was struck

http://www.politico.com/story/2016/06/us-vintners-fracture-over-ttip-wine-debate-224256

Ten ways to define a “cool climate” wine region

How do you define a “cool climate” wine region? According to the folk behind this year’s International Cool Climate Wine Symposium, the distinguishing characteristic is how much sleep the winemaker gets

http://palatepress.com/2016/06/wine/ten-ways-to-define-a-cool-climate-wine-region/

Have famous athletes autograph your wine bottles and pay over 12 months allowing you time to sell your wine!

This very unique program will give your winery a definite marketing edge over other wineries.

http://wineindustrynetwork.com/suppliers/national-sports-distributors-llc.html#whatsnew

Everything You Need To Know About German Wine

When you think of German wines (assuming you do think of them) you might have a vague idea that they make Riesling, and that it might or might not have a skull-crushing amount of residual sugar.

https://www.pastemagazine.com/articles/2016/06/everything-you-need-to-know-about-german-wines.html

Sign Up For Our Newsletters

Get updated On Liquor Industry News, Events, Sales And More!

Find Us Online

VOTED BEST (GOLD) LIQUOR STORE IN 16 TOWN REGION

2014 & 2015

Like Us On Facebook

Follow Us On Twitter

Our Latest Specials

Liquor

Wine

Beer

Shop Our Selections Online!

Find The Following for online ordering and in store pick up:

Franklin Wine Club Selections

Saké

Beer

Vegan Selections

Liquor

Wines In Our Dispenser

Quini Reviewed Wines

Musings On The Vine Selections

Vinitas Wineworks Selections

AND MORE!

Stop In And Try!!

MORE ON TAP In Store Kiosk

Interactive Technology While You Shop:

Sale Items

Drink Recipes

Product Information

Events

Food And Wine Pairings

Staff Picks

And More!

Upcoming Events

Franklin Wine Club Meeting

Wine Explorers wanted!

Join Our 390 Club Members!

How To attend and join

https://registration.xenegrade.com/tri-county/courseDisplay.cfm?schID=2068

More Coming Soon!

Medway Community Education

More Soon!

Tri-County Adult Education

Vinitas WineWorks LLC, Tri-County Adult Education, and Franklin Liquors are excited to announce the Fall session of the French Wine Scholar Certification program!

Our next session starts September 6 and will run on nine consecutive Tuesday evenings.

Become A French Wine Scholar

Read More:

Our Friends That Offer Wine Tastings/Education

Vinitas WineWorks, LLC

Kim M. Simone, Founder and Wine Advisor

Wine And Chocolate Events

Franklin Liquors And The Sugar Shoppe Partners For

Your Chocolate And Wine Events

Food And Wine Events

Our Partner

http://www.delongwine.com/collections/wine-maps#oid=1017_4

Franklin Liquors Wine Education

Certified Specialist Of Wine-CSW

Certified Specialist Of Spirits-CSS

Society Of Wine Educators

California Wine Appellation Specialist-CWAS-San Francisco Wine School (First In MA)

French Wine Scholar FWS-French Wine Society

Quini Certified Educator- QCE (First In USA)

Italian Wine Specialist-IWS-North American Sommelier Association

Looking For Wine Maps?

The best wine maps in the business!!

Get your complete wine tasting guide disguised as a notebook.

Over 100,000 copies sold worldwide!

http://www.delongwine.com/collections/wine-tasting-notebooks#oid=1017_5

De Long’s Wine Grape Varietal Table

http://www.delongwine.com/products/wine-grape-varietal-table#oid=1017_3

All Our Wines Are Reviewed On Quini

Great wine educational and tasting app.

Every wine we taste and stock is on Quini.

Tell us what you think by rating the wines.

Gift Ideas For Dad Newsletter

Find Wine Reviews On Our Website

See And Search Our Latest Reviews!

Search Wine Reviews On Quini

Tags:alcohol, beer, Beer Education, Beer News, Beer Specials, Big Y, Buttery, cocktails, Craft Beer, drinks, Fine Wine, food, food pairing, Franklin Liquors, Franklin Ma, Franklin Wine Club, franklinma, French Wine Scholar, FWS, Gift, Gifts, Halloween, italy, liquor, Liquor Education, Liquor Gifts, liquor Industry, Liquor News, Liquor World, Liquors in franklin, more on tap, News, newsletter, Pour Richards, quini, Readers choice award, SCANKART, Shaws, Shop Franklin, Shopfranklin, social media, Special, Specials, Table And Vine, tasting, tequilia, The Moonlight Chef, vineyards, vinitas Wine works, Wine, wine education, Wine Gifts, Wine In Franklin, Wine News, wine pairing, wine tasting, wineries, Winery
Posted in Beer, Beer Education, Beer In Franklin, Beer News, big y, Books, Brewery, Buttery, Champagne, Chocolate, Cider, Cigar, Food And Wine Pairing, France, Franklin MA, Franklin Wine Club, Free Wine, French Wine Scholar, Gift, Gift Ideas, Horizon Beverage, Italy, La Cantina Winery, Liquor, Liquor Education, Liquor in Franklin, Liquor Industry, Liquor Industy, Liquor News, Liquor World, Medway, Medway Community Education, more on tap, musings on the vine, Pour Richards, Quini, Sale, SCANKART, shaws, shopfranklin, Specials, Storm, sugar shoppe, Table&Vine, Thanksgiving, The Moonlight Chef, The Moonlightchef, Tolaini, Tri County Adult Education, Tuscany, Valdisanti, Valentine's Day, Vineyard, VINITASWINEWORKS, Whiskey, Wine, wine, Wine Club, Wine Dispenser, wine education, Wine Education, Wine Education In Franklin, Wine Events, Wine Health, Wine in Franklin, Wine News, Wine Tasting, Wine Tasting Events, Wine Tasting in Franklin, Winery, yoga | Leave a Comment »

Father’s Day Gift Ideas

June 14, 2016

Our Father’s Day Wine List

Take Care

Franklin Liquors

Mike & Mark

Sign Up For Our Newsletters

Get updated On Liquor Industry News, Events, Sales And More!

Find Us Online

VOTED BEST (GOLD) LIQUOR STORE IN 16 TOWN REGION

2014 & 2015

Like Us On Facebook

Follow Us On Twitter

Our Latest Specials

Liquor

Wine

Beer

Shop Our Selections Online!

Find The Following for online ordering and in store pick up:

Franklin Wine Club Selections

Saké

Beer

Vegan Selections

Liquor

Wines In Our Dispenser

Quini Reviewed Wines

Musings On The Vine Selections

Vinitas Wineworks Selections

AND MORE!

Stop In And Try!!

MORE ON TAP In Store Kiosk

Interactive Technology While You Shop:

Sale Items

Drink Recipes

Product Information

Events

Food And Wine Pairings

Staff Picks

And More!

Upcoming Events

Franklin Wine Club Meeting

Wine Explorers wanted!

Join Our 380 Club Members!

How To attend and join

https://registration.xenegrade.com/tri-county/courseDisplay.cfm?schID=2068

More Coming Soon!

Medway Community Education

More Soon!

Tri-County Adult Education

Vinitas WineWorks LLC, Tri-County Adult Education, and Franklin Liquors are excited to announce the Fall session of the French Wine Scholar Certification program!

Our next session starts September 6 and will run on nine consecutive Tuesday evenings.

Become A French Wine Scholar

Read More:

Our Friends That Offer Wine Tastings/Education

Vinitas WineWorks, LLC

Kim M. Simone, Founder and Wine Advisor

Wine And Chocolate Events

Franklin Liquors And The Sugar Shoppe Partners For

Your Chocolate And Wine Events

Food And Wine Events

Our Partner

http://www.delongwine.com/collections/wine-maps#oid=1017_4

Franklin Liquors Wine Education

Certified Specialist Of Wine-CSW

Certified Specialist Of Spirits-CSS

Society Of Wine Educators

California Wine Appellation Specialist-CWAS-San Francisco Wine School (First In MA)

French Wine Scholar FWS-French Wine Society

Quini Certified Educator- QCE (First In USA)

Italian Wine Specialist-IWS-North American Sommelier Association

Looking For Wine Maps?

The best wine maps in the business!!

Get your complete wine tasting guide disguised as a notebook.

Over 100,000 copies sold worldwide!

http://www.delongwine.com/collections/wine-tasting-notebooks#oid=1017_5

De Long’s Wine Grape Varietal Table

http://www.delongwine.com/products/wine-grape-varietal-table#oid=1017_3

All Our Wines Are Reviewed On Quini

Great wine educational and tasting app.

Every wine we taste and stock is on Quini.

Tell us what you think by rating the wines.

Find Wine Reviews On Our Website

See And Search Our Latest Reviews!

Search Wine Reviews On Quini

Tags:alcohol, beer, Beer Education, Beer News, Beer Specials, Big Y, Buttery, cocktails, Craft Beer, drinks, Fathers Day, Fine Wine, food, food pairing, Franklin Liquors, Franklin Ma, Franklin Wine Club, franklinma, French Wine Scholar, FWS, Gift, Gifts, Halloween, italy, liquor, Liquor Education, Liquor Gifts, liquor Industry, Liquor News, Liquor World, Liquors in franklin, more on tap, News, newsletter, Pour Richards, quini, Readers choice award, SCANKART, Shaws, Shop Franklin, Shopfranklin, social media, Special, Specials, Table And Vine, tasting, tequilia, The Moonlight Chef, vineyards, vinitas Wine works, Wine, wine education, Wine Gifts, Wine In Franklin, Wine News, wine pairing, wine tasting, wineries, Winery
Posted in Beer, Beer Education, Beer In Franklin, Beer News, big y, Books, Brewery, Buttery, Champagne, Chocolate, Cider, Cigar, Father's Day, Food And Wine Pairing, France, Franklin MA, Franklin Wine Club, Free Wine, French Wine Scholar, Gift, Gift Ideas, Horizon Beverage, Italy, La Cantina Winery, Liquor, Liquor Education, Liquor in Franklin, Liquor Industry, Liquor Industy, Liquor News, Liquor World, Medway, Medway Community Education, more on tap, musings on the vine, Pour Richards, Quini, Sale, SCANKART, shaws, shopfranklin, Specials, Storm, sugar shoppe, Table&Vine, Thanksgiving, The Moonlight Chef, The Moonlightchef, Tolaini, Tri County Adult Education, Tuscany, Valdisanti, Valentine's Day, Vineyard, VINITASWINEWORKS, Whiskey, Wine, wine, Wine Club, Wine Dispenser, Wine Education, wine education, Wine Education In Franklin, Wine Events, Wine Health, Wine in Franklin, Wine News, Wine Tasting, Wine Tasting Events, Wine Tasting in Franklin, Winery, yoga | Leave a Comment »

Liquor Industry News/Links 06-11-16

June 11, 2016

Liquor Industry News/Links

06-11-16

By: Mark C Lenzi

CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, QCE, IWS*

Franklin Liquors Hosted This Week

Franklin Wine Club Yoga And Wine Event

Special Guest Betsy Of Franklin Yoga&Wellness

Don’t Forget Dad!

Watch For Our Father’s Day Newsletter

Want Gift Ideas?

Stay Turned!

Exciting News!

Mark Is Now An Italian Wine Specialist (IWS)

Having Passed The North American Sommelier Association Exam!

Take Care

Franklin Liquors

Mike & Mark

Liquor Industry Week In Review

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

Whiskey And Beer Pairings

What is Synthetic Wine?

Say What About Wine Scores

AND MORE!

Franklin Liquors New Daily Newspaper

The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW)

Our Daily Wine Newspaper

http://socialvignerons.com/2016/05/31/how-to-always-pour-the-perfect-white-wine/#prettyPhoto

How to Always Pour the Perfect White Wine?

This infographic organizes over 60 types of wine by taste, origin and style.

Belgian Brewers Release Dozens of Beer Emoji

Here are 60 alternatives to the standard beer-glass emoji.

http://fortune.com/2016/06/03/belgian-beer-emoji/

Some whiskey and beer pairing suggestions

Scotch:

When thinking about matching beer with Scotch one would consider focusing in on the more common smokey, peaty flavor notes.

Beer styles such as Rauchbiers, which are smokey, Scotch ales which have a peaty, roasty character, and Kolsch-style beers which are relatively balanced and mildly floral, could be good pairing selections.

Brands we would suggest for pairing with Scotch would be Uinta Tinder Rauchbier, Rahr Brewing Iron Thistle, and Ballast Point Yellowtail Pale Ale.

Bourbon:

When thinking about matching beer with Bourbon one should consider focusing in on the more common vanilla and sweet caramel flavor notes.

Beer styles such as Pilsners, which are grainy, sweet, with a hop bite in the finish, Bourbon Barrel-aged Stouts that can be dry, woody, with bourbon notes, or Chocolate Vanilla Porters, with flavors of sweet chocolate and vanilla, might be fine pairing selections.

Brands we would suggest for pairing with Bourbon would be Samuel Adams Noble Pils, New Holland Dragon’s Milk, and Breckenridge Vanilla Porter.

Rye:

When thinking about matching beer with Rye one would consider focusing in on the more common malty, spicy flavor notes.

Beer styles such as Rye Pale ales, which are malty, spicy with less hop bite, and IPAs, which can be earthy, floral and less hop forward can work as beer pairing with Rye.

Brands we would suggest for pairing with Rye would be Terrapin Rye Pale Ale, and Dogfish Head 60 Minute IPA.

Moonshine:

When thinking about matching beer with Moonshine, consider focusing in on the more common malty, candy corn flavor notes.

Beer styles such as Belgian-style blondes, which are sweet, with notes of Belgian candi sugar and fruity Belgian yeast, witbiers, with flavors of sweet malt, coriander and clove, or the very balanced lager, sweet and grainy, as good pairing ideas.

Brands we would suggest for pairing with Moonshine would be St. Stefanus Blonde, Avery Brewing White Rascal, Shorts The Local’s Lager.

DOUGHNUT AND WINE PAIRINGS

Classic doughnuts with their perfect vino.

http://vinepair.com/wine-blog/dunk-into-national-doughnut-day-with-these-doughnut-and-wine-pairings/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=83c7b56371-Jun_3_2016&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-83c7b56371-38937345

LIQUID NITROGEN WINE ICE CREAM LAUNCHED

Wine lovers can choose from strawberry, mixed berry, pineapple or peach wine as a base, which is mixed with ice cream, fruits and nuts then flash frozen in liquid nitrogen at minus 320 degrees Fahrenheit.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2016/06/liquid-nitrogen-wine-ice-cream-launched/

Revisiting Godello, a Grape That Spain Has Rescued

Just a few decades ago, it had virtually disappeared from Spain

http://www.nytimes.com/2016/06/08/dining/wine-review-godello.html?_r=1

Best wine, beer and spirits gifts for Father’s Day

Here are some of the hottest wine, booze and spirits gifts for Father’s Day that are sure to keep dear old dad toasting throughout the year.

http://www.foxnews.com/leisure/2016/06/03/best-wine-beer-and-spirits-gifts-for-father-day/

Salisbury MA pushes for liquor licenses

“We view liquor licenses as an economic development tool,” Lt. Gov. Karen Polito said in an interview recently. “We want to eliminate the cap and give communities the ability to use licenses to attract developers to their downtowns.”

http://www.newburyportnews.com/news/local_news/salisbury-pushes-for-liquor-licenses/article_07e3b4b2-34da-5305-88ee-fc015594c403.html

Quini Newsletter

Our friends at Quini latest newsletter

http://quiniwine.cmail20.com/t/ViewEmail/t/24472E6EE4834090/4E2D1D1C1DD3EEC6C9C291422E3DE149

Introduction To Sardinian Wine

Let’s discover the primary wines you’ll get to drink from Sardinia.

http://winefolly.com/update/introduction-to-sardinian-wine/

What is Synthetic Wine?

7 Reasons Why You Should Buy Screw-Cap Wine

The main disadvantage of the screw-cap is perception – people aren’t used to associating it with good wine.

https://www.pastemagazine.com/articles/2016/06/7-reasons-why-you-should-buy-screw-cap-wine.html

JÄGERMEISTER UNVEILS ‘MOST SIGNIFICANT’ CHANGE

The German brand now features a new bottle shape and revamped label artwork with a “more life-like” stag against a background of forest imagery and an emphasis on the word ‘craft’.

http://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2016/06/jagermeister-unveils-most-significant-change/?article-source=newsletter&source=709&date=2016-06-07

NEW GIN MAP OF SCOTLAND LAUNCHES

The colourful “ginfographic” features the name of the gin, its place of origin, its botanicals and recommended garnishes.

http://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2016/06/new-gin-map-of-scotland-launches/?article-source=newsletter&source=709&date=2016-06-07

Rhubarb Wine: A Tradition Reborn in the Vosges Region of France

As far as French Law is concerned, rhubarb wine doesn’t qualify as an actual wine, since it isn’t made with grapes, but the popular name remains valid, because it is made—and tasted, and paired—largely like a regular wine.

http://www.nomacorc.com/blog/2016/06/rhubarb-wine-a-tradition-reborn-in-the-vosges-region-of-france/?utm_source=Blog+Nomacorc+-+English&utm_campaign=800bb37813-English_Language_Blog_Newsletter10_29_2014&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_e041d5be31-800bb37813-299904425

Coastal California Pinot Noir in Short Supply

The varietal’s reputation may suffer as Central Valley grapes fill the void

http://www.winesandvines.com/template.cfm?section=news&content=169740

The Weird Thing That Makes You Drink More Wine

Pouring wine in a different way made bar sales go up by 14%

http://time.com/4358253/wine-alcohol-drinking-problem/

Say What About Wine Scores

I think it’s ok to use a score as a guide to sort through the confusion; just keep in mind that the score was assigned by someone who is not “you” and was most likely not assessed in the “situation” in which you are planning to enjoy your wine.

http://www.oregonwinepress.com/say-what-wine-scores

CANNABIS COCKTAIL TREND GATHERS PACE

CBD, which can be bought in health food shops, is an oil that can be extracted from any part of the plant and is credited with helping to ease anxiety, minimise seizures and calm people experiencing psychotic episodes.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2016/06/cannabis-cocktail-trend-gathers-pace/

Kentucky: First At American Commercial Wine

California is the largest wine-producing state in the U.S. by far (<1800 wineries), followed by New York (>400), Washington (<300) and Oregon (>100). But none of the four states was first at American commercial wine–not even second. That ranking belongs to Kentucky and Ohio, respectively.

http://www.forbes.com/sites/thomaspellechia/2016/06/07/kentucky-first-at-american-commercial-wine/#19d3bc241ca4

Remove a cork from inside a wine bottle with cable ties

If you find yourself at a dinner party with wine but without a corkscrew, you can use this quick hack to get the cork out of the bottle with nothing more than cable ties.

http://www.cnet.com/how-to/remove-a-cork-from-a-wine-bottle-with-cable-ties/

Wine Serving and Storage Temperatures 101

There is no hard rule to which temperature your wine should be at when storing

http://socialvignerons.com/2015/07/23/wine-serving-and-storage-temperatures-101/

Waltham MA Hones in on Liquor License Petition

At a public meeting Tuesday night, councilors heard from both sides of the much debated proposal to increase the number of liquor licenses.

http://patch.com/massachusetts/waltham/waltham-hones-liquor-license-petition

15 Innovative Ways To Turn Wine Corks Into Works Of Art

Craft ideas

http://theberry.com/2016/06/08/15-innovative-ways-to-turn-wine-corks-into-works-of-art/

Sign Up For Our Newsletters

Get updated On Liquor Industry News, Events, Sales And More!

Find Us Online

VOTED BEST (GOLD) LIQUOR STORE IN 16 TOWN REGION

2014 & 2015

Like Us On Facebook

Follow Us On Twitter

Our Latest Specials

Liquor

Wine

Beer

Shop Our Selections Online!

Find The Following for online ordering and in store pick up:

Franklin Wine Club Selections

Saké

Beer

Vegan Selections

Liquor

Wines In Our Dispenser

Quini Reviewed Wines

Musings On The Vine Selections

Vinitas Wineworks Selections

AND MORE!

Stop In And Try!!

MORE ON TAP In Store Kiosk

Interactive Technology While You Shop:

Sale Items

Drink Recipes

Product Information

Events

Food And Wine Pairings

Staff Picks

And More!

Upcoming Events

Franklin Wine Club Meeting

Wine Explorers wanted!

Join Our 380 Club Members!

How To attend and join

June 11^th

^3pm

Vandervalk Farm & Winery Tour/Tasting

Vandervalk Farm and Winery in Mendon.

Enjoy an afternoon Winery Tour and Tasting at this beautiful farm winery. Come and learn more about how this local, family-run farm grows their own berries and uses them to make delicious fruit wines. See where the fruit is grown, tour the winemaking facility and sample their popular wines.

FREE Rain Or Shine Event

http://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/231120875/

https://registration.xenegrade.com/tri-county/courseDisplay.cfm?schID=2068

More Coming Soon!

Medway Community Education

More Soon!

Tri-County Adult Education

Vinitas WineWorks LLC, Tri-County Adult Education, and Franklin Liquors are excited to announce the Fall session of the French Wine Scholar Certification program!

Our next session starts September 6 and will run on nine consecutive Tuesday evenings.

Become A French Wine Scholar

Read More:

Our Friends That Offer Wine Tastings/Education

Vinitas WineWorks, LLC

Kim M. Simone, Founder and Wine Advisor

Wine And Chocolate Events

Franklin Liquors And The Sugar Shoppe Partners For

Your Chocolate And Wine Events

Food And Wine Events

Our Partner

http://www.delongwine.com/collections/wine-maps#oid=1017_4

Franklin Liquors Wine Education

Certified Specialist Of Wine-CSW

Certified Specialist Of Spirits-CSS

Society Of Wine Educators

California Wine Appellation Specialist-CWAS-San Francisco Wine School (First In MA)

French Wine Scholar FWS-French Wine Society

Quini Certified Educator- QCE (First In USA)

Italian Wine Specialist-IWS-North American Sommelier Association

Looking For Wine Maps?

The best wine maps in the business!!

Get your complete wine tasting guide disguised as a notebook.

Over 100,000 copies sold worldwide!

http://www.delongwine.com/collections/wine-tasting-notebooks#oid=1017_5

De Long’s Wine Grape Varietal Table

http://www.delongwine.com/products/wine-grape-varietal-table#oid=1017_3

All Our Wines Are Reviewed On Quini

Great wine educational and tasting app.

Every wine we taste and stock is on Quini.

Tell us what you think by rating the wines.

https://registration.xenegrade.com/tri-county/courseDisplay.cfm?schID=2068

Find Wine Reviews On Our Website

See And Search Our Latest Reviews!

Search Wine Reviews On Quini

Tags:alcohol, beer, Beer Education, Beer News, Beer Specials, Big Y, Buttery, cocktails, Craft Beer, drinks, Fine Wine, food, food pairing, Franklin Liquors, Franklin Ma, Franklin Wine Club, franklinma, French Wine Scholar, FWS, Gift, Gifts, Halloween, italy, liquor, Liquor Education, Liquor Gifts, liquor Industry, Liquor News, Liquor World, Liquors in franklin, more on tap, News, newsletter, Pour Richards, quini, Readers choice award, SCANKART, Shaws, Shop Franklin, Shopfranklin, social media, Special, Specials, Table And Vine, tasting, tequilia, The Moonlight Chef, vineyards, vinitas Wine works, Wine, wine education, Wine Gifts, Wine In Franklin, Wine News, wine pairing, wine tasting, wineries, Winery
Posted in Beer, Beer Education, Beer In Franklin, Beer News, big y, Books, Brewery, Buttery, Champagne, Chocolate, Cider, Cigar, Food And Wine Pairing, France, Franklin MA, Franklin Wine Club, Free Wine, French Wine Scholar, Gift, Gift Ideas, Horizon Beverage, Italy, La Cantina Winery, Liquor, Liquor Education, Liquor in Franklin, Liquor Industry, Liquor Industy, Liquor News, Liquor World, Medway, Medway Community Education, more on tap, musings on the vine, Pour Richards, Quini, Sale, SCANKART, shaws, shopfranklin, Specials, Storm, sugar shoppe, Table&Vine, Thanksgiving, The Moonlight Chef, The Moonlightchef, Tolaini, Tri County Adult Education, Tuscany, Valdisanti, Valentine's Day, Vineyard, VINITASWINEWORKS, Whiskey, Wine, wine, Wine Club, Wine Dispenser, Wine Education, wine education, Wine Education In Franklin, Wine Events, Wine Health, Wine in Franklin, Wine News, Wine Tasting, Wine Tasting Events, Wine Tasting in Franklin, Winery, yoga | Leave a Comment »

French Wine Scholar Program Now In Franklin MA!

June 8, 2016

Vinitas WineWorks LLC, Tri-County Adult Education, and Franklin Liquors are excited to announce the Fall session of the French Wine Scholar Certification program!

Our next session starts September 6 and will run on nine consecutive Tuesday evenings.

Become A French Wine Scholar

More Details

The French Wine Scholar program is coming to southern Massachusetts! After many years of this internationally recognized certification program being offered in Boston it is now available to wine professionals and French wine enthusiasts who can’t always make the trip into the city. Mark Lenzi, CSW/CSS/FWS/IWS, owner of Franklin Liquors and founder of the Franklin Wine Club, and I are extremely excited to be able to offer this program to you and your staff who are looking for world-class wine education outside of Boston.

Why become a French Wine Scholar?

Set yourself apart from your peers. Gain the confidence to taste, sell, and speak meaningfully about all aspects of French wine, from Champagne to Bordeaux and everything in between.

Developed and administrated by the Wine Scholar Guild with the support of the French Ministry of Agriculture, this specialization program provides current, accurate and in-depth information on the wines and wine regions of France. It is designed for advanced students of wine, whether professionals or serious wine hobbyists. This is NOT an introductory wine class; students should have professional wine experience or previous classroom study.

Students who follow this in-depth curriculum and pass the 100-question multiple choice exam will earn the French Wine Scholar title and FWS post-nominal. Those individuals who achieve a score of 75 or higher will pass; candidates scoring 85-90 pass with Honors, and candidates scoring 91-100 pass with Highest Honors.

If you are a member of the beverage or hospitality trades, and you deal with wine on a daily basis, this course is for you! Restaurant beverage managers, sommeliers, wholesalers, and retailers will all benefit from the wealth of knowledge provided. You’ll immediately be able to apply what you’re learning to your daily work as you interact more fully with your suppliers and customers, clients and guests on the subject of French wine. The French Wine Scholar Program covers French wine law, grape varieties, viticulture, winemaking and all of the French wine regions. This core body of knowledge is important whether you sell wine, buy wine or teach about wine.

The FWS program allows wine professionals to set themselves apart from their peers by specializing in the wines of France. In addition, it is a great supplement for students of other advanced general wine study programs such as WSET Diploma, Master of Wine program, Court of Master Sommeliers’ Advanced Sommelier (and up) or CSW/CWE. While not a pre-requisite, we recommend that students successfully complete at least the lower level course from one of these organizations before entering the FWS program.

Our next session starts September 6 and will run on nine consecutive Tuesday evenings.

Dates: September 6-November 1; Review November 15; Exam date: November 29, 2016
Time: 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Location: Franklin Liquors, 363 E. Central Street, Franklin MA
Instructed by: Kim M. Simone, CSW, FWS

Tuition: $999

Seating is limited, and you must be 21+ to participate
Register now! or call 617-733-0783 for more information

“The French Wine Scholar is a very serious wine program but fun and very enjoyable to follow. The teaching is superb and the quality of the material brilliant.” Gerard Basset, MW, MS, Best Sommelier in the World 2010

“The French Wine Scholar Program is the industry’s most comprehensive, in-depth course on the wines of France.” Jay Youmans, Master of Wine

The Program Includes Everything You Need to Become Fully Versed in the World of French Wines

Our sessions will include over 22 hours of classroom instruction with tutored tastings taught by approved instructor Kim Simone, CSW, FWS plus:

The 280-page full-color French Wine Scholar study manual
Immersive online study tools and quizzes
1-year access to the French Wine Scholar online study program for class prep and review
Registration for the French Wine Scholar Exam

Over thirty different wines tasted over the course of the program

Why Study French Wine?

France vies with Italy as the #1 wine producing country in the world.
The most popular commercially produced grape varieties (Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc, Pinot Gris, Merlot, Malbec, Cabernet Sauvignon and Syrah) are all native to France!
When it comes to wine culture, France is the historic benchmark!

More about Instructor Kim M. Simone, CSW, FWS:

Kim Simone is both a French Wine Scholar and a Certified Specialist of Wine. She has been a member of the wine industry in Massachusetts since 2002, having spent many years with Martignetti Companies as a Wine Manager for their Brighton retail store, as well as a salesperson for Ruby Wines. After completing her Master’s Degree at Boston University in Gastronomy she founded Vinitas WineWorks, LLC, specializing in creative and personalized wine education, consulting, and training.

About the Wine Scholar Guild:

The Wine Scholar Guild (www.winescholarguild.org) is an international provider of study and certification programs on the wines and wine regions of France, Italy and Spain. Their goal is to provide outstanding educational programming for the professional development of wine industry members and committed students of wine. They offer innovative and multi-faceted instruction through print, webinars, study trips and classes with tutored tastings via a unique international program provider network.

Take Care

Franklin Liquors

Mike & Mark

Sign Up For Our Newsletters

Get updated On Liquor Industry News, Events, Sales And More!

Find Us Online

VOTED BEST (GOLD) LIQUOR STORE IN 16 TOWN REGION

2014 & 2015

Like Us On Facebook

Follow Us On Twitter

Our Latest Specials

Liquor

Wine

Beer

Shop Our Selections Online!

Find The Following for online ordering and in store pick up:

Franklin Wine Club Selections

Saké

Beer

Vegan Selections

Liquor

Wines In Our Dispenser

Quini Reviewed Wines

Musings On The Vine Selections

Vinitas Wineworks Selections

AND MORE!

Stop In And Try!!

MORE ON TAP In Store Kiosk

Interactive Technology While You Shop:

Sale Items

Drink Recipes

Product Information

Events

Food And Wine Pairings

Staff Picks

And More!

Upcoming Events

Franklin Wine Club Meeting

Wine Explorers wanted!

Join Our 380 Club Members!

How To attend and join

June 11^th

^3pm

Vandervalk Farm & Winery Tour/Tasting

Vandervalk Farm and Winery in Mendon.

FREE Rain Or Shine Event

http://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/231120875/

https://registration.xenegrade.com/tri-county/courseDisplay.cfm?schID=2068

More Coming Soon!

Medway Community Education

More Soon!

Tri-County Adult Education

Vinitas WineWorks LLC, Tri-County Adult Education, and Franklin Liquors are excited to announce the Fall session of the French Wine Scholar Certification program!

Our next session starts September 6 and will run on nine consecutive Tuesday evenings.

Become A French Wine Scholar

Our Friends That Offer Wine Tastings/Education

Vinitas WineWorks, LLC

Kim M. Simone, Founder and Wine Advisor

Wine And Chocolate Events

Franklin Liquors And The Sugar Shoppe Partners For

Your Chocolate And Wine Events

Food And Wine Events

Our Partner

http://www.delongwine.com/collections/wine-maps#oid=1017_4

Franklin Liquors Wine Education

Certified Specialist Of Wine-CSW

Certified Specialist Of Spirits-CSS

Society Of Wine Educators

California Wine Appellation Specialist-CWAS-San Francisco Wine School (First In MA)

French Wine Scholar FWS-French Wine Society

Quini Certified Educator- QCE (First In USA)

Italian Wine Specialist-IWS-North American Sommelier Association

Looking For Wine Maps?

The best wine maps in the business!!

Get your complete wine tasting guide disguised as a notebook.

Over 100,000 copies sold worldwide!

http://www.delongwine.com/collections/wine-tasting-notebooks#oid=1017_5

De Long’s Wine Grape Varietal Table

http://www.delongwine.com/products/wine-grape-varietal-table#oid=1017_3

All Our Wines Are Reviewed On Quini

Great wine educational and tasting app.

Every wine we taste and stock is on Quini.

Tell us what you think by rating the wines.

Find Wine Reviews On Our Website

See And Search Our Latest Reviews!

Search Wine Reviews On Quini

Tags:alcohol, beer, Beer Education, Beer News, Beer Specials, Big Y, Buttery, cocktails, Craft Beer, drinks, Fine Wine, food, food pairing, Franklin Liquors, Franklin Ma, Franklin Wine Club, franklinma, French Wine Scholar, FWS, Gift, Gifts, Halloween, italy, liquor, Liquor Education, Liquor Gifts, liquor Industry, Liquor News, Liquor World, Liquors in franklin, more on tap, News, newsletter, Pour Richards, quini, Readers choice award, SCANKART, Shaws, Shop Franklin, Shopfranklin, social media, Special, Specials, Table And Vine, tasting, tequilia, The Moonlight Chef, vineyards, vinitas Wine works, Wine, wine education, Wine Gifts, Wine In Franklin, Wine News, wine pairing, wine tasting, wineries, Winery
Posted in Beer, Beer Education, Beer In Franklin, Beer News, big y, Books, Brewery, Buttery, Champagne, Chocolate, Cider, Cigar, Food And Wine Pairing, France, Franklin MA, Franklin Wine Club, Free Wine, French Wine Scholar, FWS, Gift, Gift Ideas, Horizon Beverage, Italy, La Cantina Winery, Liquor, Liquor Education, Liquor in Franklin, Liquor Industry, Liquor Industy, Liquor News, Liquor World, Medway, Medway Community Education, more on tap, musings on the vine, Pour Richards, Quini, Sale, SCANKART, shaws, shopfranklin, Specials, Storm, sugar shoppe, Table&Vine, Thanksgiving, The Moonlight Chef, The Moonlightchef, Tolaini, Tri County Adult Education, Tuscany, Valdisanti, Valentine's Day, Vineyard, VINITASWINEWORKS, Whiskey, Wine, wine, Wine Club, Wine Dispenser, Wine Education, wine education, Wine Education In Franklin, Wine Events, Wine Health, Wine in Franklin, Wine News, Wine Tasting, Wine Tasting Events, Wine Tasting in Franklin, Winery, yoga | Leave a Comment »

Liquor Industry News/Links 06-04-16

June 4, 2016

Liquor Industry News/Links

06-04-16

By: Mark C Lenzi

CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, QCE, IWS*

Franklin Liquors Hosted This Week

Franklin Wine Club Barboursville Winery Tasting

https://registration.xenegrade.com/tri-county/courseDisplay.cfm?schID=2068

Vinitas WineWorks LLC, Tri-County Adult Education, and Franklin Liquors are excited to announce the Fall session of the French Wine Scholar Certification program!

Our next session starts September 6 and will run on nine consecutive Tuesday evenings.

Become A French Wine Scholar

Sign Up Here!

Take Care

Franklin Liquors

Mike & Mark

Liquor Industry Week In Review

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

Cooking With Wine

Making Rose

Fathers Day Beer Gift Ideas

AND MORE!

Franklin Liquors New Daily Newspaper

The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW)

Our Daily Wine Newspaper

http://www.ft.com/intl/cms/s/0/37b5f5d4-23f1-11e6-aa98-db1e01fabc0c.html#axzz4A8z7XicX

Moët Hennessy turns to China to make new fine wine

Ao Yun, as the powerful red is called, is grown, produced and bottled in Adong, an area perched 2,600m above sea level on the edge of the Tibetan plateau in one of the remotest places on Earth.

THIS NEW THEME PARK IS COMPLETELY DEDICATED TO WINE

Aptly called La Cité du Vin, which translates to the City of Wine, the boozy attraction is set to open on June 1st right on the banks of the Garonne River in the world-renowned Bordeaux wine country.

https://www.thrillist.com/news/nation/la-cite-du-vin-is-a-new-theme-park-dedicated-to-wine

WINE PAIRINGS FOR 14 OF THE MOST POPULAR SEAFOOD DISHES

What’s really causing that red wine headache

Red wine headaches are likely linked to tyramine and tannins.

http://www.chicagotribune.com/lifestyles/health/sc-red-wine-headache-health-0608-20160525-story.html

Why Craft Beer Costs So Much

How Cooking With Wine Can Elevate Your Home Cooking

Here are a few tips to keep in mind as you explore the limitless opportunities:

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/brian-sullivan/how-cooking-with-wine-can_b_10117976.html

Emerging wine regions may join fight for shelf space

Tasmania, Poland and Sweden could all become more prominent as wine growing nations in the near future, according to experts.

http://www.offlicencenews.co.uk/news/fullstory.php/aid/15742/Emerging_wine_regions_may_join_fight_for_shelf_space.html

Sancerre: The Ultimate French Sauvignon Blanc?

Sancerre is the most recognizable appellation for French Sauvignon Blanc in the Loire Valley.

http://winefolly.com/review/sancerre-the-ultimate-french-sauvignon-blanc/?utm_source=Wine+Folly&utm_campaign=4799af7799-RSS_EMAIL_CAMPAIGN&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_a18d8bdc1b-4799af7799-62472929&mc_cid=4799af7799&mc_eid=d73340fcba

17 Wine Tattoos That Don’t Suck

Here are some ideas to get you started:

http://theberry.com/2016/05/25/17-wine-tattoos-that-dont-suck/

SMIRNOFF UNVEILS ‘OFFICIAL VODKA OF FREEDOM’

Diageo has launched the “official vodka of freedom” in time for summer – limited edition Smirnoff Red, White & Berry.

IN STOCK

http://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2016/05/smirnoff-unveils-official-vodka-of-freedom/?article-source=newsletter&source=701&date=2016-05-26

SodaStream Launches Homemade Beer System

The Leading Sparkling Water Maker Company Introduces a Beer Brand that Enables Consumers to Easily Craft Quality Beer at Home

http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/sodastream-launches-homemade-beer-system-300276600.html

THE WEIRDEST INSECTS YOU’LL FIND IN BOOZE

There is no shortage of things people will try to turn into alcohol, but this list will have you doing a double take.

http://www.drinkmemag.com/the-weirdest-insects-youll-find-in-booze/?utm_source=Drink+Me+Magazine+Newsletter&utm_campaign=2135f2bdd2-Drink+Me+Newsletter+-+Tuesday+31st+June&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_8b636854cb-2135f2bdd2-%5BLIST_EMAIL_ID%5D&ct=t%28Drink+Me+Newsletter+-+Tuesday+31st+June%29&mc_cid=2135f2bdd2&mc_eid=%5BUNIQID%5D

Drink Your Way Through Austrian Wine

Austrian wine may be something of a rarity stateside, but its history is as old as the country itself.

http://winefolly.com/review/drink-your-way-through-austrian-wine/

Levels of consumer confusion ‘astonishing’, says industry expert

There is an astonishing level of consumer confusion in an increasingly proliferated wine industry, according to wine consultant Mike Paul.

http://www.drinksint.com/news/fullstory.php/aid/6263/Levels_of_consumer_confusion__astonishing_,_says_industry_expert_.html

Thinking Pink: The Intricacies of Making Rosé

There are three main ways to make rosé; Skin Contact and Pressing, Saignée, and Blending. Read about all:

http://www.novacadamatre.com/thinking-pink-the-intricacies-of-making-rose/

Budweiser is launching a new beer that’s missing the one thing that consumers love

A new Budweiser beer has one major difference from the brand’s famous brew — it’s 100% alcohol-free.

http://www.businessinsider.com/budweiser-debuts-new-non-alcoholic-beer-2016-5

Exploring Israel’s Wines

Overview of wine regions

http://www.wine-blog.org/index.php/2016/06/02/exploring-israels-wines/

Do Organic Wines Age Well?

Organic wines do not typically age well.

http://winefolly.com/tutorial/do-organic-wines-age-well/

BACARDI UNVEILS NEW HAVANA CLUB RUM AND DESIGN

Bacardi has unveiled a new expression, packaging design and marketing campaign for its Havana Club rum, which is set to roll-out across the US as trademark disputes with Pernod Ricard continue.

http://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2016/06/bacardi-unveils-new-havana-club-rum-and-design/?article-source=newsletter&source=705&date=2016-06-02

Everything You Need To Know About Sour Beer

Sour beer used to be niche-interest beer, but that’s changing quickly as more and more people are embracing the tart taste. Here’s what you need to know to keep yourself from looking like a damn fool.

http://digg.com/video/sour-beer-101

2016 FATHER’S DAY GIFT GUIDE

Gift Ideas for Dad and All the Beer Lovers in your Life

http://allaboutbeer.com/article/2016-fathers-day-gift-guide/

THE 10 MOST COMMONLY MISPRONOUNCED ALCOHOLIC DRINKS

Some drinks are pronounced differently to the way they’re spelled, and it’s a common mistake to read them aloud as they appear on the bottle.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2016/06/the-10-most-commonly-mispronounced-alcoholic-drinks/

Technology Trends: What’s Next for the Wine Industry?

Here’s a look at what’s next for the wine industry and what it means for retail establishments and consumers, too.

http://wineindustryadvisor.com/2016/06/02/tech-trends-wine-industry

Sign Up For Our Newsletters

Get updated On Liquor Industry News, Events, Sales And More!

Find Us Online

VOTED BEST (GOLD) LIQUOR STORE IN 16 TOWN REGION

2014 & 2015

Like Us On Facebook

Follow Us On Twitter

Our Latest Specials

Liquor

Wine

Beer

Shop Our Selections Online!

Find The Following for online ordering and in store pick up:

Franklin Wine Club Selections

Saké

Beer

Vegan Selections

Liquor

Wines In Our Dispenser

Quini Reviewed Wines

Musings On The Vine Selections

Vinitas Wineworks Selections

AND MORE!

Stop In And Try!!

MORE ON TAP In Store Kiosk

Interactive Technology While You Shop:

Sale Items

Drink Recipes

Product Information

Events

Food And Wine Pairings

Staff Picks

And More!

Upcoming Events

Franklin Wine Club Meeting

Wine Explorers wanted!

Join Our 380 Club Members!

How To attend and join

http://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/230946115/

Yoga And Wine

June 8^th 7Pm

Join Betsy Barry of Franklin Yoga & Wellness and Mark Lenzi of Franklin Liquors for a sensory exploration of wine through the energy systems of the body.

This unique workshop combines a 6o-minute yoga class with a carefully sequenced wine pairing designed to open and balance the major energy centers, known as “chakras.” With a heightened sense of awareness, we will explore each chakra through physical observation of each shared wine, discovering taste, flavor and feel in a new way.

No prior knowledge of yoga or wine is required. Plan to bring an open mind and leave feeling balanced and satisfied with a new appreciation of both wine and self.

7 Chakras And 7 Wines

Class Limit 18

$40 Per Person

June 11^th

^3pm

Vandervalk Farm & Winery Tour/Tasting

Vandervalk Farm and Winery in Mendon.

FREE Rain Or Shine Event

http://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/231120875/

https://registration.xenegrade.com/tri-county/courseDisplay.cfm?schID=2068

More Coming Soon!

Medway Community Education

More Soon!

Tri-County Adult Education

Vinitas WineWorks LLC, Tri-County Adult Education, and Franklin Liquors are excited to announce the Fall session of the French Wine Scholar Certification program!

Our next session starts September 6 and will run on nine consecutive Tuesday evenings.

Become A French Wine Scholar

Our Friends That Offer Wine Tastings/Education

Vinitas WineWorks, LLC

Kim M. Simone, Founder and Wine Advisor

Wine And Chocolate Events

Franklin Liquors And The Sugar Shoppe Partners For

Your Chocolate And Wine Events

Food And Wine Events

Our Partner

http://www.delongwine.com/collections/wine-maps#oid=1017_4

Franklin Liquors Wine Education

Certified Specialist Of Wine-CSW

Certified Specialist Of Spirits-CSS

Society Of Wine Educators

California Wine Appellation Specialist-CWAS-San Francisco Wine School (First In MA)

French Wine Scholar FWS-French Wine Society

Quini Certified Educator- QCE (First In USA)

Italian Wine Specialist-IWS-North American Sommelier Association

Looking For Wine Maps?

The best wine maps in the business!!

Get your complete wine tasting guide disguised as a notebook.

Over 100,000 copies sold worldwide!

http://www.delongwine.com/collections/wine-tasting-notebooks#oid=1017_5

De Long’s Wine Grape Varietal Table

http://www.delongwine.com/products/wine-grape-varietal-table#oid=1017_3

All Our Wines Are Reviewed On Quini

Great wine educational and tasting app.

Every wine we taste and stock is on Quini.

Tell us what you think by rating the wines.

Find Wine Reviews On Our Website

See And Search Our Latest Reviews!

Search Wine Reviews On Quini

Tags:alcohol, beer, Beer Education, Beer News, Beer Specials, Big Y, Buttery, cocktails, Craft Beer, drinks, Fine Wine, food, food pairing, Franklin Liquors, Franklin Ma, Franklin Wine Club, franklinma, French Wine Scholar, FWS, Gift, Gifts, Halloween, italy, liquor, Liquor Education, Liquor Gifts, liquor Industry, Liquor News, Liquor World, Liquors in franklin, more on tap, News, newsletter, Pour Richards, quini, Readers choice award, SCANKART, Shaws, Shop Franklin, Shopfranklin, social media, Special, Specials, Table And Vine, tasting, tequilia, The Moonlight Chef, vineyards, vinitas Wine works, Wine, wine education, Wine Gifts, Wine In Franklin, Wine News, wine pairing, wine tasting, wineries, Winery
Posted in Beer, Beer Education, Beer In Franklin, Beer News, big y, Books, Brewery, Buttery, Champagne, Chocolate, Cider, Cigar, Food And Wine Pairing, France, Franklin MA, Franklin Wine Club, Free Wine, French Wine Scholar, Gift, Gift Ideas, Horizon Beverage, Italy, La Cantina Winery, Liquor, Liquor Education, Liquor in Franklin, Liquor Industry, Liquor Industy, Liquor News, Liquor World, Medway, Medway Community Education, more on tap, musings on the vine, Pour Richards, Quini, Sale, SCANKART, shaws, shopfranklin, Specials, Storm, sugar shoppe, Table&Vine, Thanksgiving, The Moonlight Chef, The Moonlightchef, Tolaini, Tri County Adult Education, Tuscany, Valdisanti, Valentine's Day, Vineyard, VINITASWINEWORKS, Whiskey, Wine, wine, Wine Club, Wine Dispenser, Wine Education, wine education, Wine Education In Franklin, Wine Events, Wine Health, Wine in Franklin, Wine News, Wine Tasting, Wine Tasting Events, Wine Tasting in Franklin, Winery, yoga | Leave a Comment »

Franklin Wine Club Barboursville Wine Tasting

June 2, 2016

Barboursville Winery Event

Wednesday June 1st 2016

The Wines And Quini Reviews:

Wine #1

2014 Pinot Grigio

Wine #2

2014 Vermentino

Wine #3

2014 Viognier

Wine #4

2013 Cabernet Franc

Wine #5

2012 Octagon

Wine #6

2010 Passito (Malvaxia)

Quini Somm Results

Wine #4 Detailed Reviews (Best Rated)

Event Photos

Hosted By:

363 East Central St

Franklin, Ma 02038

Tags:alcohol, Barboursville Winery, Big Y, Buttery, Four Vines, Franklin Liquors, Franklin MA Wine Tasting, Franklin Wine Club, franklinma, Girl Scout Cookie, Liquors in franklin, Lucky Star, quini, Readers choice award, Ruby Wines, SCANKART, Shop Franklin, Shopfranklin, The Moonlight Chef, Undurraga, Vampire, Virginia, Wine, wine education, Wine Gifts, Wine In Franklin, wine pairing, wine tasting, Winery
Posted in Barboursville Winery, big y, Buttery, Chile, Chocolate, Food And Wine Pairing, Four Vines, Franklin MA, Franklin Wine Club, Free Wine, Gift, Gift Ideas, Girl Scout Cookie, Italy, Liquor, Liquor Education, Liquor in Franklin, Liquor Industry, Liquor Industy, Liquor News, Liquor World, Lucky Star Wines, more on tap, musings on the vine, Pour Richards, Quini, Sale, SCANKART, shaws, shopfranklin, Specials, Table&Vine, The Moonlight Chef, Tri County Adult Education, Undurraga, Vineyard, VINITASWINEWORKS, Wine, Wine Club, wine education, Wine Education, Wine Education In Franklin, Wine Events, Wine in Franklin, Wine News, Wine Tasting, Wine Tasting Events, Wine Tasting in Franklin, Winery | Leave a Comment »

Liquor Industry News/Links 05-28-16

May 28, 2016

Liquor Industry News/Links

05-28-16

By: Mark C Lenzi

CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, QCE*

Franklin Liquors Hosted This Week

Franklin Wine Club Evolution Of Red Blends Event

Our Memorial Day Sale Newsletter!

Reminder NO Alcohol Sales Allowed In MA

Monday The 30th!

Take Care

Franklin Liquors

Mike & Mark

Liquor Industry Week In Review

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

Orange Wines

Red Grapes Of Italian Wines

Whale Vomit Beer

AND MORE!

Franklin Liquors New Daily Newspaper

The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW)

Our Daily Wine Newspaper

http://lowhistamines.blogspot.it/2016/05/low-histamines-interview-with-dr.html#sthash.kYONzZya.dpuf

Low Histamines interview with Dr. Eugenio Franzero nutritionist and food intolerance expert (English and Italian version)

Will try to clarify the Histamines, what they are, their effects linked to food intolerance and to our research Low Histamines, wines thanks at their particularities and uniqueness,

Croatia is the Largest Biggest Wine Drinking Nation Per Capita

Take away the tiny countries of Andorra and The Vatican, and Croatia is the number one wine drinking country in the world, according to a table from The Wine Institute doing the social media rounds on May 17, 2016.

https://www.total-croatia-news.com/item/11950-croatia-is-the-largest-biggest-wine-drinking-nation-per-capita

Watch German barman break record carrying 24 beer steins – Guinness World Records Italian Show

Oliver Struempfel from Germany successfully broke the record for the Most beer steins carried over 40 m (male) on the set of Lo Show dei Record in Milan with a staggering 24 pints – bettering his previous record by three steins.

https://youtu.be/GumKshYu0Mo

Craft Beer Preferences

How to Shop for Craft Beer

The next time you’re shopping for beer, try these expert tips for filling your cart.

https://beerandbrewing.com/VzYyNigAABgTJNal/article/how-to-shop-for-craft-beer?utm_source=Daily+Brew&utm_campaign=b4b0ff06b9-The+Daily+Brew%3A+May+20%2C+2016&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_935b7e0b70-b4b0ff06b9-36686829

THE WINE YOU SHOULD DRINK BASED ON YOUR FAVORITE BRAND OF YOGA PANTS

The wine you should be drinking after your yoga class based on the yoga pants brand you happen to be wearing.

http://vinepair.com/wine-blog/the-wine-you-should-drink-based-on-your-favorite-brand-of-yoga-pants/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=547fc3aa94-May_22_2016&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-547fc3aa94-38937345

WEARABLE ALCOHOL MONITOR

A San Francisco-based tech company has won a $200,000 prize for its wearable alcohol monitor capable of detecting a person’s blood alcohol levels and alerting a user when they should stop drinking.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2016/05/wearable-alcohol-monitor-wins-us-200k-prize/

The orange wines of Friuli

As of the 1990s, the so-called “Friuli style” of white wine production was adopted by other Italian white wine regions hoping to challenge Friuli’s success.

https://www.winescholarguild.org/italy/blog/orange-wines-friuli.html

What Coffee You Should Order Based on What Kind of Wine You Like

Picking a wine is hard, but switching up your coffee choice = even harder. Luckily you can now kill two birds with one stone, because new research suggests that your wine preference often determines the kind of coffee you will enjoy most.

http://www.marieclaire.com/food-cocktails/a20489/coffee-order-based-on-what-kind-of-wine-you-like/

TTB Administratively Approves New Grape Varieties Mustang and Riverbank

The new grape varieties, Mustang and Riverbank, can be used on American wine labels

http://www.winelawonreserve.com/2016/05/23/ttb-administratively-approves-grape-varieties-mustang-riverbank/?utm_source=On+Reserve%3A+A+Wine+Law+Blog&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=59cbd52ec4-RSS_EMAIL_CAMPAIGN&utm_term=0_26d2f0b59f-59cbd52ec4-121923797

The (Legal) Truth Behind American Viticultural Areas

What are American Viticultural Areas (AVAs)? Are they appellations?

http://www.winelawonreserve.com/2016/05/23/legal-truth-american-viticultural-areas/?utm_source=On+Reserve%3A+A+Wine+Law+Blog&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=59cbd52ec4-RSS_EMAIL_CAMPAIGN&utm_term=0_26d2f0b59f-59cbd52ec4-121923797

DFV Ups Monterey Presence With Santa Lucia Highlands Vineyard Buy

Delicato Family Vineyards (DFV) has acquired River Road Vineyard in the Santa Lucia Highlands from the McFarland family. The purchase, which was made for an undisclosed sum, includes 243 acres planted to Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Riesling. DFV said it will begin incorporating fruit from River Road in future luxury programs, and also pursue replanting, with focus on Pinot Noir.

River Road was originally planted in 1972 by the late Jerry McFarland, whose family will continue to source fruit from River Road for the McFarland brand. For DFV, the acquisition complements the company’s existing Monterey vineyard holdings, which include the San Bernabe Vineyard in the sub-appellation of the same name.

The Grapes Behind Italian Red Wines

If variety is what you crave in your red wines, then Italy is the place for you.

https://www.fix.com/blog/the-grapes-behind-italian-red-wines/

BOTTOM SNIFFER’ BEER FOR DOGS LAUNCHED

A beer for dogs called “Bottom Sniffer” has been launched in the UK, giving owners the chance to partake in a pint with their pooch.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2016/05/bottom-sniffer-beer-for-dogs-launched/

NH Trial begins in liquor bid battle

A trial over accusations of bid-rigging in the biggest contract in state history — a $200 million deal with the N.H. Liquor Commission for warehousing services — got under way in superior court

http://www.unionleader.com/Trial-begins-in-liquor-bid-battle-20160524

U.S. wine changed forever 40 years ago, but not just at a blind tasting in Paris

Yet there was another event in 1976 that had a similarly profound effect on the industry and on American wine, even on the wider foodie culture staring out at us from magazines, newspapers, TV shows and restaurant menus. On June 4 of that year, the New York Legislature passed the state’s Farm Winery Act. Gov. Hugh Carey signed it the same day.

https://www.washingtonpost.com/posteverything/wp/2016/05/23/u-s-wine-changed-forever-40-years-ago-but-not-just-at-a-blind-tasting-in-paris/

Finally, a gadget for beer lovers who can’t pour beer

Japanese company Takara-Tomy’s “Beer Hour Stadium Foamy Head Dispenser” aims to pour beer with a perfect head of foam.

http://www.cnet.com/news/finally-a-gadget-for-the-beer-lovers-who-cant-pour-beer/

Becoming Bogle: How a 2-million-case Winery Keeps that Family Feeling

What may be less known is the company’s commitment to sustainability. All 1,600 of the company vineyards are certified sustainable under the stringent “Lodi Rules” regulations and, in an unusual extra step, the company pays a bonus to growers they source from who meet the same standard.

http://www.nomacorc.com/blog/2016/05/becoming-bogle-how-a-2-million-case-winery-keeps-that-family-feeling/?utm_source=Blog+Nomacorc+-+English&utm_campaign=84608da19f-English_Language_Blog_Newsletter10_29_2014&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_e041d5be31-84608da19f-299904425

This is how your living room is killing the neighborhood bar

Bars Vs Liquor Stores

White Wines for Red Wine Drinkers

There are several white wines that go above and beyond the typical fruity-fresh white style and deliver a savory complexity that is worthy of even the most ardent red wine fan.

http://winefolly.com/tutorial/white-wines-for-red-wine-drinkers/

Wine-store signs often deceptive, group says

This means nearly 90 percent of stores had signage promoting wine ratings for bottles containing vintages not actually for sale. In some cases, the vintage had not yet been rated so an older rating had been displayed.

http://www.theday.com/business/20160523/wine-store-signs-often-deceptive-group-says

Whale vomit beer could be the next big thing

Moby Dick Ambergris Ale from Robe Town Brewery is brewed with a “pungent, musky substance” called ambergris, which also known as “whale vomit,” reports Australia’s ABC.net.

http://www.foxnews.com/leisure/2016/05/24/whale-vomit-beer-could-be-next-big-thing/

California Regulation Requires Warning Labels for BPA

Retailers and tasting rooms are required to post 5” X 5” signs at the point of sale. OEHHA emergency regulations also require that a BPA warning be posted prior to a California consumer purchase of wine via the Internet. The warning should be visible to consumers at the check-out point on winery websites.

http://wineamerica.org/news/california-regulation-requires-warning-labels-for-bpa

What would New Zealand wineries turn to if consumers stopped drinking sauvignon blanc?

It’s the country’s leading variety, accounting for 85% of exports and 21,000ha of New Zealand’s 36,200ha of producing vineyards, and expected to reach 21,900ha by 2018.

http://www.listener.co.nz/lifestyle/wine/sauvignon-blanc-wine-exports/

What to know about restaurant wine lists

For most people, ordering wine in a restaurant is a tricky game, rife with pitfalls that are not always accidental.

http://www.pressdemocrat.com/lifestyle/5641472-181/berger-what-to-know-about

THE BBQ WINE PAIRING CHART

Total Wine To Deliver In MA

Total Wine & More and delivery provider Instacart have extended their alliance to the Boston market. The two companies first partnered in Miami Beach last fall, and also linked in the Texas market this spring. Total Wine’s delivery area in the Boston area will initially include parts of Cambridge, Charlestown, Somerville and downtown Boston.

Sign Up For Our Newsletters

Get updated On Liquor Industry News, Events, Sales And More!

Find Us Online

VOTED BEST (GOLD) LIQUOR STORE IN 16 TOWN REGION

2014 & 2015

Like Us On Facebook

Follow Us On Twitter

Our Latest Specials

Liquor

Wine

Beer

Shop Our Selections Online!

Find The Following for online ordering and in store pick up:

Franklin Wine Club Selections

Saké

Beer

Vegan Selections

Liquor

Wines In Our Dispenser

Quini Reviewed Wines

Musings On The Vine Selections

Vinitas Wineworks Selections

AND MORE!

Stop In And Try!!

MORE ON TAP In Store Kiosk

Interactive Technology While You Shop:

Sale Items

Drink Recipes

Product Information

Events

Food And Wine Pairings

Staff Picks

And More!

Upcoming Events

Franklin Wine Club Meeting

Wine Explorers wanted!

Join Our 370 Club Members!

How To attend and join

http://www.facebook.com/broadbentselections

June 1^st

^7pm

Barboursville Vineyards Seminar

An in-depth tasting of the historic Barboursville wines of Charlottesville,

Virginia presented by Elizabeth George of Broadbent Selections. Discover the

winery that celebrates Thomas Jefferson’s vision of making premium wine in

Virginia and learn how an Italian winemaking family created this renowned

estate.

http://www.broadbent.com

https://www.bbvwine.com

http://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/231194546/

Yoga And Wine

June 8^th 7Pm

Join Betsy Barry of Franklin Yoga & Wellness and Mark Lenzi of Franklin Liquors for a sensory exploration of wine through the energy systems of the body.

No prior knowledge of yoga or wine is required. Plan to bring an open mind and leave feeling balanced and satisfied with a new appreciation of both wine and self.

7 Chakras And 7 Wines

Class Limit 18

$40 Per Person

http://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/230946115/

June 11^th

^3pm

Vandervalk Farm & Winery Tour/Tasting

Vandervalk Farm and Winery in Mendon.

FREE Rain Or Shine Event

http://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/231120875/

More Coming Soon!

Medway Community Education

More Soon!

Tri-County Adult Education

More Soon

Watch For Upcoming Classes Held In Our Wine Room

Our Friends That Offer Wine Tastings/Education

Vinitas WineWorks, LLC

Kim M. Simone, Founder and Wine Advisor

Wine And Chocolate Events

Franklin Liquors And The Sugar Shoppe Partners For

Your Chocolate And Wine Events

Food And Wine Events

Our Partner

http://www.delongwine.com/collections/wine-maps#oid=1017_4

Franklin Liquors Wine Education

Certified Specialist Of Wine-CSW

Certified Specialist Of Spirits-CSS

Society Of Wine Educators

California Wine Appellation Specialist-CWAS-San Francisco Wine School (First In MA)

French Wine Scholar FWS-French Wine Society

Quini Certified Educator- QCE (First In USA)

Italian Wine Specialist-IWS-North American Sommelier Association

Looking For Wine Maps?

The best wine maps in the business!!

Get your complete wine tasting guide disguised as a notebook.

Over 100,000 copies sold worldwide!

http://www.delongwine.com/collections/wine-tasting-notebooks#oid=1017_5

De Long’s Wine Grape Varietal Table

http://www.delongwine.com/products/wine-grape-varietal-table#oid=1017_3

All Our Wines Are Reviewed On Quini

Great wine educational and tasting app.

Every wine we taste and stock is on Quini.

Tell us what you think by rating the wines.

Find Wine Reviews On Our Website

See And Search Our Latest Reviews!

Search Wine Reviews On Quini

Tags:alcohol, beer, Beer Education, Beer News, Beer Specials, Big Y, Buttery, cocktails, Craft Beer, drinks, Fine Wine, food, food pairing, Franklin Liquors, Franklin Ma, Franklin Wine Club, franklinma, Gift, Gifts, Halloween, italy, liquor, Liquor Education, Liquor Gifts, liquor Industry, Liquor News, Liquor World, Liquors in franklin, more on tap, News, newsletter, Pour Richards, quini, Readers choice award, SCANKART, Shaws, Shop Franklin, Shopfranklin, social media, Special, Specials, Table And Vine, tasting, tequilia, The Moonlight Chef, vineyards, vinitas Wine works, Wine, wine education, Wine Gifts, Wine In Franklin, Wine News, wine pairing, wine tasting, wineries, Winery
Posted in Beer, Beer Education, Beer In Franklin, Beer News, big y, Books, Brewery, Buttery, Champagne, Chocolate, Cider, Cigar, Food And Wine Pairing, France, Franklin MA, Franklin Wine Club, Free Wine, Gift, Gift Ideas, Horizon Beverage, Italy, La Cantina Winery, Liquor, Liquor Education, Liquor in Franklin, Liquor Industry, Liquor Industy, Liquor News, Liquor World, Medway, Medway Community Education, more on tap, musings on the vine, Pour Richards, Quini, Sale, SCANKART, shaws, shopfranklin, Specials, Storm, sugar shoppe, Table&Vine, Thanksgiving, The Moonlight Chef, The Moonlightchef, Tolaini, Tri County Adult Education, Tuscany, Valdisanti, Valentine's Day, Vineyard, VINITASWINEWORKS, Whiskey, Wine, wine, Wine Club, Wine Dispenser, wine education, Wine Education, Wine Education In Franklin, Wine Events, Wine Health, Wine in Franklin, Wine News, Wine Tasting, Wine Tasting Events, Wine Tasting in Franklin, Winery, yoga | Leave a Comment »

Franklin Wine Club Evolution Of Red Blends Tasting

May 28, 2016

Evolution Of Red Blends Wine Event

Thursday May 26th 2016

The Wines And Quini Reviews:

Starter Wine

2014 Bota Box Nighthawk Red

Quini Review

Wine #1

2013 Gnarly Head Authentic Red

Quini Review

Wine #2

2013 Gnarly Head Authentic Black

Quini Review

Wine #3

2013 Gnarly Head 1924 Double Black

Quini Review

Wine #4

2013 Noble Vines “The One”

Quini Review

Wine #5

2014 Z Alexander Brown Red

Quini Review

Wine #6

2012 Diora Three Crowns Red

Quini Review

Quini Somm Results

Event Photos

Hosted By:

363 East Central St

Franklin, Ma 02038

Tags:alcohol, Big Y, Buttery, Four Vines, Franklin Liquors, Franklin MA Wine Tasting, Franklin Wine Club, franklinma, Girl Scout Cookie, Liquors in franklin, Lucky Star, quini, Readers choice award, SCANKART, Shop Franklin, Shopfranklin, The Moonlight Chef, Undurraga, Vampire, Wine, wine education, Wine Gifts, Wine In Franklin, wine pairing, wine tasting, Winery
Posted in big y, Buttery, Chile, Chocolate, Food And Wine Pairing, Four Vines, Franklin MA, Franklin Wine Club, Free Wine, Gift, Gift Ideas, Girl Scout Cookie, Italy, Liquor, Liquor Education, Liquor in Franklin, Liquor Industry, Liquor Industy, Liquor News, Liquor World, Lucky Star Wines, more on tap, musings on the vine, Pour Richards, Quini, Sale, SCANKART, shaws, shopfranklin, Specials, Table&Vine, The Moonlight Chef, Tri County Adult Education, Undurraga, Vineyard, VINITASWINEWORKS, Wine, Wine Club, Wine Education, wine education, Wine Education In Franklin, Wine Events, Wine in Franklin, Wine News, Wine Tasting, Wine Tasting Events, Wine Tasting in Franklin, Winery | Leave a Comment »

Liquor Industry News/Links 05-21-16

May 21, 2016

Liquor Industry News/Links

05-21-16

By: Mark C Lenzi

CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, QCE*

Franklin Liquors Hosted This Week

Franklin Wine Club Undurraga Wine Tasting

Read All About It

http://ow.ly/smwX300kqmj

Coming Next Week!

Watch For Our Memorial Day Sale Newsletter!

Take Care

Franklin Liquors

Mike & Mark

Liquor Industry Week In Review

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

Wine Drinking And Brushing Teeth

Hidden Cost Of Supermarket Liquor Sales

Wine certifications and what they mean.

AND MORE!

Franklin Liquors New Daily Newspaper

The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW)

Our Daily Wine Newspaper

http://www.bbcgoodfood.com/howto/guide/how-match-beer-food

How to match beer with food

Matching food with beer can lift a dish and showcase the complex nature of a really great brew. Read our four-part guide to pairing different beer styles.

America Without Tiers: Changing Wine Distribution

Despite a great diversity in the US wine market, dozens of wine producers – of all sizes – have continued to complain about what they perceive to be limited market access, which they blame on the distribution tier.

http://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2016/05/america-without-tiers-changing-wine-distribution

Liquor license caps called a “vestige of Puritan New England”

In general, state statute limits the number of liquor and wine and beer licenses for each city and town based on its population. The Legislature routinely makes exceptions to that law, granting additional licenses to municipalities on an individual basis through a local petition.

“It appears that with growing frequency the exceptions are overtaking the rule,” Senate Minority Leader Bruce Tarr of Gloucester told his colleagues on the floor. He said, “It seems that there is rarely a week that passes that we do not either in formal or informal session grant a municipality an additional liquor license, and usually Mr. President it is more than one.”

http://www.salemnews.com/news/liquor-license-caps-called-a-vestige-of-puritan-new-england/article_29dad0c4-1924-11e6-8471-1bc7a06fa708.html

Our robot overlords: Whole Foods store replaces wine specialists with iPads

The store aims to target millennials by delivering foods in the Whole Foods ethos but with out the Whole Foods price tag

http://www.drvino.com/2016/05/12/robot-overlords-whole-foods-wine-ipads/

The woman behind the Judgment of Paris

Thanks to Joanne DePuy’s introductions to Chateau Montelena and to Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars, these two wines were included in the Paris tasting.

http://napavalleyregister.com/wine/the-woman-behind-the-judgment-of-paris/article_7cb1719a-94fe-5272-a51e-ddbe4327c056.html

Millennials to restaurants: give us more tech

An Oracle study shows that most restaurants aren’t as connected as they should be with younger customers.

http://restaurant-hospitality.com/consumer-trends/millennials-restaurants-give-us-more-tech

Common Council denies Wal-Mart liquor license

The majority of the Council cited proximity to other retail sellers of alcohol, a lack of support in the community, concern over the safety of selling liquor in a large store, and because the store is not a new business coming into town.

GREAT TO SEE MORE EXAMPLES IN US OF SMALL BUSINESS SUPPORT

http://www.wiscnews.com/portagedailyregister/news/local/article_9fbb1680-b88b-531f-a0dc-134a3c2d02e5.html

These four Massachusetts breweries won big at the World Beer Cup

Plus five other New England beers got awards.

https://www.boston.com/culture/beer/2016/05/12/four-massachusetts-breweries-won-big-world-beer-cup

The 1 Surprising Way Wine Drinkers Could Be Damaging Their Teeth

There’s one thing you should never do right after finishing your glass if you care about keeping your mouth in good shape: brush your teeth.

http://www.popsugar.com/food/Why-You-Shouldnt-Brush-Your-Teeth-After-Drinking-Wine-41306172

The Science Behind Great Wine

What makes a great wine… great?

http://winefolly.com/review/the-science-behind-great-wine/

Leading Tequila Brands

Hidden Costs Of Supermarket Sales?

WINERY PRODUCES SYNTHETIC ITALIAN SPARKLER

A San Francisco-based start-up has developed a method of making ‘wine’ without grapes that it claims is able to mimic the aroma and flavour profile of fine vintages.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2016/05/winery-produces-synthetic-italian-sparkler/

Work underway in Nashua on what will be region’s largest liquor store in NH

Renovations have begun in south Nashua to construct the largest liquor store in New England — right at New Hampshire’s border with Massachusetts.

http://www.unionleader.com/article/20160517/NEWS02/160519375&source=RSS

5 Really Weird, Useful Things You Can Do With Wine—Like Scrub Your Produce

Here are five ways you can put those leftovers to use

https://www.washingtonian.com/2016/05/16/5-really-weird-things-you-can-do-with-wine-life-hacks/

New beer made by monks arrives in the U.S.

At the Monastero di San Benedetto in central Italy, the monks understand the potential of the U.S. beer market — because these monks are American

http://www.latimes.com/food/dailydish/la-dd-monk-beer-20160513-snap-story.html

The Beer Lover’s Infographic

Check out the infographic below for everything you ever wanted to know about beers, including the two main types, brewing terms, popular styles and the best foods to enjoy them with.

http://blog.reserve.com/beer-infographic/?utm_source=Daily+Brew&utm_campaign=854bac03ef-The+Daily+Brew%3A+May+18%2C+2016&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_935b7e0b70-854bac03ef-36686829

Chemists create an app that can tell if your beer is skunked

Chemists at the Complutense University of Madrid have created a furfural-sensing polymer disk and app that can tell you when a beer has too much of a “stale” flavor.

http://techcrunch.com/2016/05/19/chemists-create-an-app-that-can-tell-if-your-beer-is-skunked/

Bakers seek new law for Rhode Island’s beloved wine biscuits

The state Senate voted unanimously Wednesday to pass legislation that would create a special wine biscuit license allowing bakers to buy up to 2,000 gallons of wine a year from wholesalers.

http://journaltimes.com/business/bakers-seek-new-law-for-rhode-island-s-beloved-wine/article_d29c3b4f-935d-5b3b-a096-d298adf206cc.html

Better Than Organic: Sustainability and Wine

There are a myriad (read: hot mess) of certifications in wine. In an attempt to make sense of sustainability in wine, here is a guide to some of the most commonly used wine certifications and what they mean.

http://winefolly.com/tutorial/beyond-organic-certified-sustainable-wine/

Sign Up For Our Newsletters

Get updated On Liquor Industry News, Events, Sales And More!

Find Us Online

VOTED BEST (GOLD) LIQUOR STORE IN 16 TOWN REGION

2014 & 2015

Like Us On Facebook

Follow Us On Twitter

Our Latest Specials

Liquor

Wine

Beer

Shop Our Selections Online!

Find The Following for online ordering and in store pick up:

Franklin Wine Club Selections

Saké

Beer

Vegan Selections

Liquor

Wines In Our Dispenser

Quini Reviewed Wines

Musings On The Vine Selections

Vinitas Wineworks Selections

AND MORE!

Stop In And Try!!

MORE ON TAP In Store Kiosk

Interactive Technology While You Shop:

Sale Items

Drink Recipes

Product Information

Events

Food And Wine Pairings

Staff Picks

And More!

Upcoming Events

Franklin Wine Club Meeting

Wine Explorers wanted!

Join Our 360 Club Members!

How To attend and join

http://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/230793846/

May 26^th 7pm

The Evolution Of Red Blends

tktk

Guest Host: Bruce G. Hurst

Delicato Family Vineyards (DFV)

Red blends have taken off in sales over the past few years.

At this tasting we will explore many types and price ranges.

From boxed to estate grown come taste and explore!

About DFV Wines

Delicato Family Vineyards is one of the fastest growing wine companies in the world, celebrating 90+ years of California winemaking and grape growing heritage. Family-owned and operated since the company’s founding in 1924, three generations of Indelicato family have fostered the winery’s commitment to innovation, quality and environmental stewardship – cornerstones that have harnessed the family’s long-term focus and solidified the winery as an internationally recognized leader in the industry.

http://www.delicato.com

June 1^st

^7pm

Barboursville Vineyards Seminar

An in-depth tasting of the historic Barboursville wines of Charlottesville,

Virginia presented by Elizabeth George of Broadbent Selections. Discover the

winery that celebrates Thomas Jefferson’s vision of making premium wine in

Virginia and learn how an Italian winemaking family created this renowned

estate.

http://www.broadbent.com

http://www.facebook.com/broadbentselections

https://www.bbvwine.com

http://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/231194546/

Yoga And Wine

June 8^th 7Pm

Join Betsy Barry of Franklin Yoga & Wellness and Mark Lenzi of Franklin Liquors for a sensory exploration of wine through the energy systems of the body.

No prior knowledge of yoga or wine is required. Plan to bring an open mind and leave feeling balanced and satisfied with a new appreciation of both wine and self.

7 Chakras And 7 Wines

Class Limit 18

$40 Per Person

http://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/230946115/

June 11^th

^3pm

Vandervalk Farm & Winery Tour/Tasting

Vandervalk Farm and Winery in Mendon.

FREE Rain Or Shine Event

http://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/231120875/

More Coming Soon!

Medway Community Education

More Soon!

Tri-County Adult Education

More Soon

Watch For Upcoming Classes Held In Our Wine Room

Our Friends That Offer Wine Tastings/Education

Vinitas WineWorks, LLC

Kim M. Simone, Founder and Wine Advisor

Wine And Chocolate Events

Franklin Liquors And The Sugar Shoppe Partners For

Your Chocolate And Wine Events

Food And Wine Events

Our Partner

http://www.delongwine.com/collections/wine-maps#oid=1017_4

Franklin Liquors Wine Education

Certified Specialist Of Wine-CSW

Certified Specialist Of Spirits-CSS

Society Of Wine Educators

California Wine Appellation Specialist-CWAS-San Francisco Wine School (First In MA)

French Wine Scholar FWS-French Wine Society

Quini Certified Educator- QCE (First In USA)

Looking For Wine Maps?

The best wine maps in the business!!

Get your complete wine tasting guide disguised as a notebook.

Over 100,000 copies sold worldwide!

http://www.delongwine.com/collections/wine-tasting-notebooks#oid=1017_5

De Long’s Wine Grape Varietal Table

http://www.delongwine.com/products/wine-grape-varietal-table#oid=1017_3

All Our Wines Are Reviewed On Quini

Great wine educational and tasting app.

Every wine we taste and stock is on Quini.

Tell us what you think by rating the wines.

Find Wine Reviews On Our Website

See And Search Our Latest Reviews!

Search Wine Reviews On Quini

Tags:alcohol, beer, Beer Education, Beer News, Beer Specials, Big Y, Buttery, cocktails, Craft Beer, drinks, Fine Wine, food, food pairing, Franklin Liquors, Franklin Ma, Franklin Wine Club, franklinma, Gift, Gifts, Halloween, italy, liquor, Liquor Education, Liquor Gifts, liquor Industry, Liquor News, Liquor World, Liquors in franklin, more on tap, News, newsletter, Pour Richards, quini, Readers choice award, SCANKART, Shaws, Shop Franklin, Shopfranklin, social media, Special, Specials, Table And Vine, tasting, tequilia, The Moonlight Chef, vineyards, vinitas Wine works, Wine, wine education, Wine Gifts, Wine In Franklin, Wine News, wine pairing, wine tasting, wineries, Winery
Posted in Beer, Beer Education, Beer In Franklin, Beer News, big y, Books, Brewery, Buttery, Champagne, Chocolate, Cider, Cigar, Food And Wine Pairing, France, Franklin MA, Franklin Wine Club, Free Wine, Gift, Gift Ideas, Horizon Beverage, Italy, La Cantina Winery, Liquor, Liquor Education, Liquor in Franklin, Liquor Industry, Liquor Industy, Liquor News, Liquor World, Medway, Medway Community Education, more on tap, musings on the vine, Pour Richards, Quini, Sale, SCANKART, shaws, shopfranklin, Specials, Storm, sugar shoppe, Table&Vine, Thanksgiving, The Moonlight Chef, The Moonlightchef, Tolaini, Tri County Adult Education, Tuscany, Valdisanti, Valentine's Day, Vineyard, VINITASWINEWORKS, Whiskey, Wine, wine, Wine Club, Wine Dispenser, wine education, Wine Education, Wine Education In Franklin, Wine Events, Wine Health, Wine in Franklin, Wine News, Wine Tasting, Wine Tasting Events, Wine Tasting in Franklin, Winery, yoga | Leave a Comment »

Franklin Wine Club Undurraga Wine Tasting

May 18, 2016

Undurraga Wine Event

Tuesday May 17th 2016

The Wines And Quini Reviews:

Wine #1 N/V Brut

Wine #2

2013 U Label Sauvignon Blanc

Wine #3

2014 U Label Pinot Noir

Wine #4

2013 T.H. Pinot Noir

Wine #5

2014 U Label Cabernet Sauvignon

Wine #6

2013 T.H. Cabernet Sauvignon

Quini Somm Results

Wine #6 Detailed Reviews

Event Photos

Hosted By:

363 East Central St

Franklin, Ma 02038

Liquor Industry News/Links 05-14-16

May 14, 2016

Liquor Industry News/Links

05-14-16

By: Mark C Lenzi

CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, QCE*

Franklin Liquors Hosted This Week

FHS All Night Party Fundraiser

http://www.fhsallnightparty.com

Read All About It

http://ow.ly/Ebp53006u4i

#ShopFranklin TV Segment

Franklin Liquors Business Spotlight

Coming Soon!

Take Care

Franklin Liquors

Mike & Mark

Liquor Industry Week In Review

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

Understanding Aglianico

HOW TO TELL IF YOUR BEER IS SPOILED

The Grapes Behind Italian White Wines

AND MORE!

Franklin Liquors New Daily Newspaper

The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW)

Our Daily Wine Newspaper

http://www.eater.com/2016/5/6/11606984/dave-matthews-band-beer-warehouse-pils

Dave Matthews Band Fans Now Have Their Very Own Beer

Created by a craft brewer in the band’s hometown of Charlottesville, Virginia called Starr Hill Brewery, it’s called Warehouse Pils (Warehouse being the name of the band’s official fan club).

PRAY AWAY YOUR BOOZE CRAVINGS, SAYS STUDY

The desire for a drink can be staved off through the power of prayer, according to a new study.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2016/05/pray-away-your-booze-cravings-says-study/

A Guide to the Pioneering Wines of Provence

Provence has so much more to offer than generic pink wines. Here, the places and producers who are pushing beyond the craze to make worthy reds, whites—and yes, rosés.

http://punchdrink.com/articles/guide-to-the-best-provence-wines-and-producers/

New Harpoon

Boston’s Harpoon Brewery has unveiled Harpoon Sweet Spot, its latest year-round offering. Billed as a golden ale-style brew, Sweet Spot is made with German noble hops and is currently rolling out in 12-ounce bottles and cans, as well as on draft. The 4.8%-abv entry joins Harpoon’s IPA, Take 5, Camp Wannamango and Leviathan IPA in the brewer’s core year-round portfolio.

FERRAGAMO SUES NFL STAR OVER WINERY NAME

Italian fashion house Salvatore Ferragamo is suing former NFL star Vince Ferragamo over the use of the Ferragamo name for his wine brand.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2016/05/ferragamo-sues-former-nfl-star-over-winery-name/

MASI RELEASES SPARKLING FROM DRIED GRAPES

Amarone specialist Masi has released what is believed to be the world’s first sparkling wine made from dried grapes.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2016/05/masi-releases-sparkling-from-dried-grapes/

How Wine Sulfites Became the ‘Bad Guy’

Less than 1 percent of the U.S. suffers from sulfite sensitivity—so why does “Contains Sulfites” trigger so much fear?

http://www.eater.com/drinks/2016/5/6/11607794/wine-sulfites-good-bad

Understanding Aglianico Wine: Italy’s Next Red

Aglianico “alli-yawn-nico” is a full-bodied red wine which is found almost exclusively in Southern Italy in the regions of Campania and Basilicata.

http://winefolly.com/review/understanding-aglianico-wine-italys-next-red/

New Ballast Point

Ballast Point, the California craft brewer acquired by Constellation recently for $1 billion, is rolling out its Watermelon Dorado Double IPA in 12-ounce cans across the country. The 10%-abv, year-round Watermelon Dorado was previously available in bottles and on draft. Ballast Point’s other year-round fruit-infused beers include Pineapple and Grapefruit Sculpin IPAs and Mango Even Keel Session IPA.

WHY THE RHOMBUS IS VITAL TO PROSECCO’S HISTORY

The rhombus-shaped Bellussera vine training system is an integral part of the history of Prosecco – a history consumers should be made more aware of, insists one of the region’s leading producers.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2016/05/why-the-rhombus-is-vital-to-proseccos-history/

TTB Got Fast!

The table below shows that normal formulas take two weeks or less. It’s been a really long time since the processing times have been less than a month. This is a huge benefit for producers everywhere. Over on the label side, things are also getting better.

http://www.bevlaw.com/bevlog/alcohol-beverages-generally/ttb-got-fast#sthash.KP2HYlpB.dpuf

FRENCH BEER BOOMING IN FRANCE AND INTERNATIONAL MARKETS

After a 30-year slump in consumption, beer drinking in France is once again back on track largely due to a number of craft beer brands making their mark in foreign markets.

http://www.franceagroalimentaire.com/en/actualite-agro/french-beer-booming-in-france-and-international-markets/

A PERSONALITY GUIDE TO THE 10 CRUS OF BEAUJOLAIS

All crus are not equal, and each one has its own quirky personality and style of wines, making exploring the world of cru Beaujolais that much more fun!

http://vinepair.com/wine-blog/a-personality-guide-to-the-10-crus-of-beaujolais-with-regional-map/

What Wines to Drink From Portugal (by Region)

Everyone is talking about the amazing wine values you can find from Portugal. Well, what are they… exactly? Here is a great overview of everything you need to get started with Portuguese wine.

http://winefolly.com/review/what-wines-to-drink-from-portugal-by-region/

ROGER DALTREY LAUNCHES THE WHO CHAMPAGNE

Roger Daltrey, frontman of the legendary rock band The Who, is launching his own Champagne to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the band, with part of the profits going to support teenage cancer sufferers.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2016/05/roger-daltrey-launches-the-who-champagne/

HOW TO TELL IF YOUR BEER IS SPOILED

Just like wine or any other food product made with natural ingredients, beer is susceptible to a long list of potential problems that can affect the way you enjoy it.

https://www.thrillist.com/drink/nation/how-to-tell-when-your-beer-has-gone-bad-skunky-beer

Women In Wine: The Grand Dames Of Champagne

The wine and spirits business is full of such enterprising, dynamic and fierce females. Interestingly, some of the wine world’s grandest world-changing women were widows, thrust into their roles by fate, and they all hail from Champagne: Lily Bollinger, Marie-Louise Lanson de Nonancourt and Madame Clicquot.

http://www.forbes.com/sites/katiebell/2016/05/10/women-in-wine-the-grand-dames-of-champange/#7eb9b0774b3c

DETAILED LOOK AT THE ADIDAS KOBE VINO PACK

Wine cork sneakers…Crazy BUT cool!

http://sneakerbardetroit.com/adidas-kobe-vino-pack/

Got dandelions? A winery wants to turn them into wine

One of the most hated weeds among yard lovers has found a place in the wine cellar.

http://www.startribune.com/got-dandelions-local-winery-wants-to-turn-them-into-wine/378994021/

BUFFALO TRACE EXPOSES BOURBON CASKS TO INFRARED

According to Buffalo Trace, after six and a half years of ageing, the Bourbon from both barrels expressed different flavour profiles.

What next??

http://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2016/05/buffalo-trace-releases-bourbon-exposed-to-infrared/?article-source=newsletter&source=691&date=2016-05-12

The Grapes Behind Italian White Wines

Here are five of the most interesting white wine grapes that were born in Italy, along with the histories and tasting notes that you’ll need to sound like a serious wine geek when you pull the cork on one of these wines at your next party.

https://www.fix.com/blog/the-grapes-behind-italian-white-wines/

TOP 10 MYTHS ABOUT SHERRY

There is much that is misunderstood – or not understood at all.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2016/05/top-10-myths-about-sherry/

Milford: Craftroots set to open brewery, taproom

Milford MA’s first and only craft beer company – is set to open a brewery and taproom in the late summer or early fall.

http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20160511/milford-craftroots-set-to-open-brewery-taproom

Sign Up For Our Newsletters

Get updated On Liquor Industry News, Events, Sales And More!

Find Us Online

VOTED BEST (GOLD) LIQUOR STORE IN 16 TOWN REGION

2014 & 2015

Like Us On Facebook

Follow Us On Twitter

Our Latest Specials

Liquor

Wine

Beer

Shop Our Selections Online!

Find The Following for online ordering and in store pick up:

Franklin Wine Club Selections

Saké

Beer

Vegan Selections

Liquor

Wines In Our Dispenser

Quini Reviewed Wines

Musings On The Vine Selections

Vinitas Wineworks Selections

AND MORE!

Stop In And Try!!

MORE ON TAP In Store Kiosk

Interactive Technology While You Shop:

Sale Items

Drink Recipes

Product Information

Events

Food And Wine Pairings

Staff Picks

And More!

Upcoming Events

Franklin Wine Club Meeting

Wine Explorers wanted!

Join Our 360 Club Members!

How To attend and join

http://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/230610133/

TUESDAY May 17^th

Undurraga Winery Chile

Guest Host Wendy Koder

About Undurraga

Undurraga is one of the most prestigious and longest operating wineries in Chile. Since it was founded in 1885, the winery’s constant search for quality, proximity to its consumers and great innovative spirit have made Undurraga stand out from the rest. Present in over 70 countries, the winery delights a broad range of tastes with its high-quality, world-renowned wines.

Winemaking Capacity: more than 24 million litres

1854 hectares (4,600 acres) of land extension for vineyards

Present in the most important and best valleys in Chile: Maipo, MaipoAlto, Colchagua, Leyda, Almahue in Cachapoal, Cauquenes.

Multi-brand and multi-concept brands portfolio

Present in more than 70 countries in the five continents

1,6 million cases annual sales around the world

Taking the noble tradition of its brand name, Undurraga aims to be an innovative and contemporary winery, which produces unique quality wines from specific origins.

Tasting lineup:

Sparkling

Sauvignon Blanc

Compare 2 Pinot Noirs

Compare 2 Cabernet Sauvignons

May 26^th 7pm

The Evolution Of Red Blends

tktk

Guest Host: Bruce G. Hurst

Delicato Family Vineyards (DFV)

Red blends have taken off in sales over the past few years.

At this tasting we will explore many types and price ranges.

From boxed to estate grown come taste and explore!

About DFV Wines

http://www.delicato.com

http://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/230793846/

Yoga And Wine

June 8^th 7Pm

Join Betsy Barry of Franklin Yoga & Wellness and Mark Lenzi of Franklin Liquors for a sensory exploration of wine through the energy systems of the body.

No prior knowledge of yoga or wine is required. Plan to bring an open mind and leave feeling balanced and satisfied with a new appreciation of both wine and self.

7 Chakras And 7 Wines

Class Limit 18

$40 Per Person

http://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/230946115/

More Coming Soon!

Medway Community Education

More Soon!

Tri-County Adult Education

More Soon

Watch For Upcoming Classes Held In Our Wine Room

Our Friends That Offer Wine Tastings/Education

Vinitas WineWorks, LLC

Kim M. Simone, Founder and Wine Advisor

Wine And Chocolate Events

Franklin Liquors And The Sugar Shoppe Partners For

Your Chocolate And Wine Events

Food And Wine Events

Our Partner

http://www.delongwine.com/collections/wine-maps#oid=1017_4

Franklin Liquors Wine Education

Certified Specialist Of Wine-CSW

Certified Specialist Of Spirits-CSS

Society Of Wine Educators

California Wine Appellation Specialist-CWAS-San Francisco Wine School (First In MA)

French Wine Scholar FWS-French Wine Society

Quini Certified Educator- QCE (First In USA)

Looking For Wine Maps?

The best wine maps in the business!!

Get your complete wine tasting guide disguised as a notebook.

Over 100,000 copies sold worldwide!

http://www.delongwine.com/collections/wine-tasting-notebooks#oid=1017_5

De Long’s Wine Grape Varietal Table

http://www.delongwine.com/products/wine-grape-varietal-table#oid=1017_3

All Our Wines Are Reviewed On Quini

Great wine educational and tasting app.

Every wine we taste and stock is on Quini.

Tell us what you think by rating the wines.

Find Wine Reviews On Our Website

See And Search Our Latest Reviews!

Search Wine Reviews On Quini

Tags:alcohol, beer, Beer Education, Beer News, Beer Specials, Big Y, Buttery, cocktails, Craft Beer, drinks, Fine Wine, food, food pairing, Franklin Liquors, Franklin Ma, Franklin Wine Club, franklinma, Gift, Gifts, Halloween, italy, liquor, Liquor Education, Liquor Gifts, liquor Industry, Liquor News, Liquor World, Liquors in franklin, more on tap, News, newsletter, Pour Richards, quini, Readers choice award, SCANKART, Shaws, Shop Franklin, Shopfranklin, social media, Special, Specials, Table And Vine, tasting, tequilia, The Moonlight Chef, vineyards, vinitas Wine works, Wine, wine education, Wine Gifts, Wine In Franklin, Wine News, wine pairing, wine tasting, wineries, Winery
Posted in Beer, Beer Education, Beer In Franklin, Beer News, big y, Books, Brewery, Buttery, Champagne, Chocolate, Cider, Cigar, Food And Wine Pairing, France, Franklin MA, Franklin Wine Club, Free Wine, Gift, Gift Ideas, Horizon Beverage, Italy, La Cantina Winery, Liquor, Liquor Education, Liquor in Franklin, Liquor Industry, Liquor Industy, Liquor News, Liquor World, Medway, Medway Community Education, more on tap, musings on the vine, Pour Richards, Quini, Sale, SCANKART, shaws, shopfranklin, Specials, Storm, sugar shoppe, Table&Vine, Thanksgiving, The Moonlight Chef, The Moonlightchef, Tolaini, Tri County Adult Education, Tuscany, Valdisanti, Valentine's Day, Vineyard, VINITASWINEWORKS, Whiskey, Wine, wine, Wine Club, Wine Dispenser, Wine Education, wine education, Wine Education In Franklin, Wine Events, Wine Health, Wine in Franklin, Wine News, Wine Tasting, Wine Tasting Events, Wine Tasting in Franklin, Winery, yoga | Leave a Comment »

FHS All Night Party Fundraiser Wine Tasting Event

May 11, 2016

Franklin Liquors

FHS All Night Party Fundraiser Tasting

Tuesday May 10th 2016

The Wines

Wine #1

N/V Cote Mas Brut

Wine #2

2015 Arrumaco Rosé

Wine #3

2013 Vullien Jaquere

Wine #4

2013 U Label Sauvignon Blanc

Wine #5

2013 Campo Di Mezzo

Wine #6

2014 Honoro Vera

Wine#7

2002 Catena Cabernet

Event Photos

Hosted By:

363 East Central St

Franklin, Ma 02038

Tags:alcohol, Big Y, Buttery, FHS All Night Party, Four Vines, Franklin Liquors, Franklin MA Wine Tasting, Franklin Wine Club, franklinma, Fundraiser, Girl Scout Cookie, Liquors in franklin, Lucky Star, quini, Readers choice award, SCANKART, Shop Franklin, Shopfranklin, The Moonlight Chef, Vampire, Wine, wine education, Wine Gifts, Wine In Franklin, wine pairing, wine tasting, Winery
Posted in big y, Buttery, Chocolate, FHS All Night Party, Food And Wine Pairing, Four Vines, Franklin MA, Franklin Wine Club, Free Wine, Gift, Gift Ideas, Girl Scout Cookie, Italy, Liquor, Liquor Education, Liquor in Franklin, Liquor Industry, Liquor Industy, Liquor News, Liquor World, Lucky Star Wines, more on tap, musings on the vine, Pour Richards, Quini, Sale, SCANKART, shaws, shopfranklin, Specials, Table&Vine, The Moonlight Chef, Tri County Adult Education, Vineyard, VINITASWINEWORKS, Wine, Wine Club, wine education, Wine Education, Wine Education In Franklin, Wine Events, Wine in Franklin, Wine News, Wine Tasting, Wine Tasting Events, Wine Tasting in Franklin, Winery | Leave a Comment »

Liquor Industry News/Links 05-07-16

May 7, 2016

Liquor Industry News/Links

05-07-16

By: Mark C Lenzi

CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, QCE*

Franklin Liquors And Our Franklin Wine Club

Purple Wine Company Event

Lucky Star Wines Tasting

In Our Wine Room This Week

Read All About It

Our Mother’s Day

And Derby Gift Ideas Newsletter!

http://bit.ly/24u0KkH

Take Care

Franklin Liquors

Mike & Mark

Liquor Industry Week In Review

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

Calories In Wine

Wine Drinkers Choice By Package

AND MORE!

Franklin Liquors New Daily Newspaper

The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW)

Our Daily Wine Newspaper

https://www.thrillist.com/travel/nation/best-us-wine-regions-to-visit-finger-lakes-napa-valley-sonoma-valley

AMERICA’S BEST WINE REGIONS TO VISIT, RANKED BY SOMMELIERS

And while you may very well be thinking about doing some wine tasting on your next vacation, you might not know where to go to get the most wine for your time.

Alcohol Consumption By Income And Education

Reality of Wine Prices (What You Get For What You Spend)

How much should we expect to spend on decent wine?

http://winefolly.com/update/reality-of-wine-prices-what-you-get-for-what-you-spend/

Study Says Drinking Beer Can Help You Lose Weight

In the study, researchers at Oregon State University used mice to test the effects of beer. The study found that xanthohumol, a flavor found in beer, helped the mice lose weight, and even lowered their cholesterol levels.

Glasses of light and dark beer.

http://philadelphia.cbslocal.com/2016/04/30/study-says-drinking-beer-can-help-you-lose-weight/

All about Alsace wines – grapes, oak, names and what makes them special

The only French region allowed to include grape varietals on its labels, Alsace is known for its fruity, perfumed white wines made from grapes including gewurztraminer, riesling and pinot gris.

http://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/food-drink/article/1938961/all-about-alsace-wines-grapes-oak-names-and-what

Don’t bother ‘demystifying’ wine – the magic is in what we don’t know

There is a sense of magic in the unknown, but for some reason we’ve been hell-bent on removing it from wine. Why?

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/food-and-drink/wine/dont-bother-demystifying-wine—the-magic-is-in-what-we-dont-kno/

The U.S. Market’s Top Imported Premium Wines

Quini May Newsletter

Our friends at Quni latest newsletter

http://quiniwine.cmail20.com/t/ViewEmail/t/DC2C062341E902EB/4E2D1D1C1DD3EEC6C9C291422E3DE149

New Not Your Father’s

COMING SOON

A creamy ale brewed with

Madagascar Vanilla, combining a lightly

sweet flavor with a smooth finish to

create a refreshing beer.

The Best-Value French Wines for Your Money

The Loire Valley produces a diverse range of wines that are not only desirable and noteworthy—but incredibly affordable

http://www.wsj.com/articles/the-best-value-french-wines-for-your-money-1462228689

Unlimited Bourbon Resources

Now Accessible to All

The American Bourbon Association recently launched its website, http://americanbourbonassociation.com

How to count the calories in wine

Wine can cause weight gain because it is a concentrated source of calories.

https://www.decanterchina.com/en/knowledge/trivia/how-to-count-the-calories-in-wine-ask-decanter

The Secret to Blind Tasting? Know “The Grid”

No singular secret masters the art of blind tasting. Anyone can learn, and practice makes perfect.

http://winefolly.com/review/blind-wine-tasting-grid-pdf/

Meet the ‘New King’ of Croatian Sparkling Wine

Krešimir Ivančić is a young winemaker who was among the first in Croatia to introduce the technology of producing wine and sparkling wines with cold maceration, a method that enables the production of wines and sparkling wines with a strong floral and fruity bouquet…

http://www.croatiaweek.com/meet-the-new-king-of-croatian-sparkling-wine/

Craft Beer Production Segmentation

Is the wine industry confusing its consumers?

Wine trends, of course, tend to work on a pendulum basis.

http://www.just-drinks.com/comment/is-the-wine-industry-confusing-its-consumers-comment_id120111.aspx

WHISTLEPIG DEBUTS HOME-GROWN OAK EXPRESSION

Rye whiskey brand WhistlePig has released its first expression developed using home-grown Vermont white oak – WhistlePig 15 Year.

http://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2016/05/whistlepig-releases-first-home-grown-oak-expression/?article-source=newsletter&source=681&date=2016-05-04

Is BevMo! Engaging In A ‘Bait-And-Switch’ With Wine? Suit Claims It Is

A class-action suit has been filed that alleges BevMo! engaged in a “bait-and-switch,” displaying price signage for bottles with wine ratings for specific years that weren’t the years for sale on the shelf.

http://losangeles.cbslocal.com/2016/05/03/is-bevmo-engaging-in-a-bait-and-switch-with-wine-suit-claims-it-is/

Italy: Background on the Italian Wine Sector

Italy’s 2015 wine production is estimated at 4.7 billion liters, 13.5 percent more than the previous campaign (4.2 billion liters) and 4 percent above the ten-year average, thanks to ideal weather conditions. Reportedly, quality is excellent.

http://www.fas.usda.gov/data/italy-background-italian-wine-sector

Would you taste wine from a cemetery’s vineyard?

Church wants to plant vineyards near cemetery

http://www.kcra.com/news/would-you-taste-wine-from-a-cemeterys-vineyard/39370346

Ste. Michelle launches Drumheller Wines

Washington’s largest wine producer is adding a new label to its lineup.

http://www.greatnorthwestwine.com/2016/05/04/drumheller-wines/

New England’s best summer festivals for beer, wine, and food

These six seasonal events are worth raising a glass to.

https://www.bostonglobe.com/magazine/2016/05/04/new-england-best-summer-festivals-for-beer-wine-and-food/KqQnvXxBJaKdT4aIHdvoVL/story.html

The Ultimate Guide to Gluten-Free Beer – From the Experts Themselves

According to the FDA, a beer can be considered gluten-free as long as it tests under 20 parts per million (ppm).

http://glutendude.com/alcohol/ultimate-guide-to-gluten-free-beer/

Where To Find The Best Value Red Wines (2016 Edition)

The secret to finding good cheap wine is to accept the fact that wine changes every year and great buys transition from region to region depending on the quality of the vintage.

http://winefolly.com/tutorial/best-cheap-red-wines-2016/?utm_source=Wine+Folly&utm_campaign=a85666b1f9-RSS_EMAIL_CAMPAIGN&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_a18d8bdc1b-a85666b1f9-62472929&mc_cid=a85666b1f9&mc_eid=d73340fcba

Packing: The Window to Your Wine’s Soul

Think taste is the main determiner of repeat wine purchases? Studies consistently show that non-expert wine drinkers are far more likely to remember the design and color of a wine’s packaging than the taste of the product itself.

http://wineindustryadvisor.com/2016/05/05/packing-window-wines-soul

Sign Up For Our Newsletters

Get updated On Liquor Industry News, Events, Sales And More!

Find Us Online

VOTED BEST (GOLD) LIQUOR STORE IN 16 TOWN REGION

2014 & 2015

Like Us On Facebook

Follow Us On Twitter

Our Latest Specials

Liquor

Wine

Beer

Shop Our Selections Online!

Find The Following for online ordering and in store pick up:

Franklin Wine Club Selections

Saké

Beer

Vegan Selections

Liquor

Wines In Our Dispenser

Quini Reviewed Wines

Musings On The Vine Selections

Vinitas Wineworks Selections

AND MORE!

Stop In And Try!!

MORE ON TAP In Store Kiosk

Interactive Technology While You Shop:

Sale Items

Drink Recipes

Product Information

Events

Food And Wine Pairings

Staff Picks

And More!

Upcoming Events

Franklin Wine Club Meeting

Wine Explorers wanted!

Join Our 350 Club Members!

How To attend and join