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The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

By: Mark C Lenzi

CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, IWS, SWS, OWE*

04-12-2021

Liquor Industry Week In Review

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

Augmented Reality for Craft Beer Industry

7 Fun Facts About Wine

The Most Popular Cocktail In Every State During The Pandemic

The 13 Best Wine Accessories On Amazon, According To Wine Lovers

The best wine accessories make it easy and fun to savor your favorite wines, and even make great gifts for the wine lover in your life.

https://www.bustle.com/life/best-wine-accessories

The Healthiest Bottle of Wine You Can Drink, According to Dietitians

If you’re focused on making the most of your glass of wine, we asked dietitians for their input on the best bottle you can buy.

https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/healthiest-bottle-wine-drink-according-125107401.html

Perfect for a Picnic

Check out these wine and food pairings for the perfect outing. Which will you bring?

https://www.dcanterwines.com/blogs/wine-life/picnic-wine-pairings/

How to Use Wine Syrups in Your Drinks

Combining equal parts wine and sugar, these sustainable syrups add layers of flavor to spritzes and sours.

https://www.liquor.com/wine-syrups-cocktails-5119070

What country does Prosecco come from and how is Champagne different?

Here’s some facts about Prosecco, including where it originates from and more…

https://metro.co.uk/2021/03/27/what-country-does-prosecco-come-from-and-how-is-champagne-different-14315780/

TIPS TO DEVELOP YOUR PALATE!

7️⃣Start broad. Don’t try to narrow in on something like Star Ruby grapefruit pith right away. Think broad first. Is it earthy or fruity? Jammy or tart fruit? Citrus fruit? Once you’ve nailed down citrus, then start narrowing in. Is it lemon? Lime? Grapefruit? Is it sweeter (like the zest)? Sharp (like the juice)? Or bitter (like the pith)?

6️⃣Use a wine wheel. This will help you start broad and narrow in and will also give you some words and ideas to help your brain make potential associations.

5️⃣Test yourself with real-life objects. Start with your spice cabinet. Get really good at distinguishing the difference between oregano and tarragon, cinnamon and allspice. Do a blind taste test with a bunch of different fruits and fresh herbs and see how quickly you can identify them. (Cut up or smash the fruit and crush the herbs to amplify the aromas.)

4️⃣Compare. Compare. Compare. Try to taste at least two different wines side by side when tasting. As long as they are not CRAZY different (e.g. avoid pairing a big ol’ 15% Napa Cab with a soft and delicate white from the Loire Valley), you will notice a lot in each wine by going back and forth between the two.

Morellino di Scansano, “Tuscany” will be on the label. Green light to modify the specification

Now all the wine producers who wish to can utilize the great strength of the “Toscana” brand, which is very well known and esteemed on International markets.

https://winenews.it/en/morellino-di-scansano-tuscany-will-be-on-the-label-green-light-to-modify-the-specification_438507/

Trying To Avoid A Hangover? Here’s What You Should (And Shouldn’t) Be Drinking

Turns out, some types of booze carry less of a hangover risk than others. Here’s why:

https://vinepair.com/wine-blog/trying-to-avoid-a-hangover-heres-what-you-should-and-shouldnt-be-drinking/?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=site

How to Find the Best Organic Wines: Buying Tips

The number of wineries making organic wines is increasing steadily, with the result that they’re available in a far greater range of styles than ever before.

https://www.nataliemaclean.com/blog/best-organic-wines-buy/

Malibu creates watermelon-flavored rum liqueur

Bottled at 21% ABV, Malibu Watermelon is made with watermelon and Caribbean rum.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2021/03/malibu-creates-watermelon-flavoured-rum-liqueur/

Does the Number of Times Vodka Is Distilled Matter?

When you see vodka labels or ads that say they were distilled a certain number of times, you might think that the number is equal to the number of times the liquid passed through the still.

https://vinepair.com/articles/vodka-distilling-number/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=63034951ca-MAR_30_2021&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-63034951ca-38937345&mc_cid=63034951ca&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Mexican Lagers Are a State of Mind More Than a Beer Style

The best beers are the ones that become memorable as much for a time and place as for their taste.

https://vinepair.com/articles/mexican-lagers-trend/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=63034951ca-MAR_30_2021&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-63034951ca-38937345&mc_cid=63034951ca&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

What Does ‘Crunchy’ Mean in Wine?

To many wine professionals, it’s a style of crisp and taut wine with a fresh cranberry-like tang.

https://www.winemag.com/2021/03/30/crunchy-wine-meaning/

Chianti: Why Are There Two DOCG Regions?

The following delves further into the history of a complex and fascinating area

https://medium.com/vintager/chianti-why-are-there-two-docgs-9efeaeea0e2e

8 Essential and Popular Tequila Cocktails for 2021

Read on for the eight essential tequila cocktail recipes that showcase the simple elegance of the Mexican spirit.

https://vinepair.com/articles/most-popular-tequila-cocktail-recipes/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=3e56e4c1ba-MAR_31_2021&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-3e56e4c1ba-38937345&mc_cid=3e56e4c1ba&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

How Pros Pair Wine with Plant-Based Proteins

Plant-based proteins have long been a dietary staple in China and Japan, and they’re gaining traction among many U.S. consumers, too.

https://www.winemag.com/2021/03/31/pair-wine-plant-based-impossible/

5 Best Red Wines for Sangria

There’s no better way to end a warm day than with a glass of fruity, refreshing sangria

https://www.thepioneerwoman.com/food-cooking/cooking-tips-tutorials/a35745672/best-red-wine-for-sangria/

10 Essential and Popular Vodka Cocktails for 2021

Whether you genuinely love it or love to hate it, vodka is a mainstay of any well-stocked bar.

https://vinepair.com/articles/most-popular-vodka-cocktail-recipes/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=97778241e4-APRIL_1_2021&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-97778241e4-38937345&mc_cid=97778241e4&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

The Most Popular Cocktail In Every State During The Pandemic

Apparently, people in California are partial to the paloma, while West Virginians are all about White Russians.

https://www.huffpost.com/entry/popular-cocktails-each-state-pandemic_l_60621210c5b6531eed075dee

7 Fun Facts About Wine

Listed here are some fun and quirky facts we’ve discovered about wine over the years (dealing first with red wine):

https://www.the-wyndham.co.uk/blog/fun-facts-about-wine/

Supermarket Success

Over the course of 2020, supermarket wine sales accelerated significantly as more consumers turned to grocers for a true one-stop shop, forgoing an additional trip to dedicated wine and spirits retailers.

https://www.marketwatchmag.com/supermarket-success/

New Pinnacle

Beam Suntory is targeting the low-calorie spirits market with Pinnacle Light & Ripe, a new collection of flavored vodkas with 75 calories per 1.5-ounce serving. The brand extension has debuted with two flavors—Apricot Honeysuckle and Guava Lime—each at 30% abv. Both flavors of Pinnacle Light & Ripe are now available across the U.S. for around $11 a 750-ml. Last year, Pinnacle was up 3.2% to nearly 2.5 million cases in the U.S., according to Impact Databank.

Augmented Reality for Craft Beer Industry

The platform, aptly named BEERSCANS™ has been developed for the industry and is a tool for brewers to offer a unique virtual experience, from every beer label.

https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/augmented-reality-for-craft-beer-industry-packaging-to-follow-301261225.html

There’s Never Been a Better Time to Join a Wine Club

Franklin Wine Club Wines

A well-chosen selection of wines delivered right to your door.

Sounds pretty good these days.

Shop Here

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Franklin Liquors

Liquor Industry News

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

By: Mark C Lenzi

CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, IWS, SWS, OWE*

04-05-2021

Liquor Industry Week In Review

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

9 of the Best Cheap Bourbons Under $30

It’s time we judged Italian wine on its own terms

BEER BRAND MILLER LITE RELEASES CANDLE THAT SMELLS LIKE A BAR

What is Rosso di Montalcino?

Once called ‘Vermiglio’ (vermilion), Rosso di Montalcino is a dry, fruity red wine produced in the village of Montalcino in Tuscany.

https://www.decanter.com/learn/what-is-rosso-di-montalcino-ask-decanter-454786/?utm_source=Newsletter&utm_medium=Email&utm_campaign=20200320_XDC-X_NWL_NW_weekly

Sippd Launches AI-Powered Wine App Changing How Consumers Buy Wine

Rather than relying on expert opinions that may not be available in the digital world, Sippd is a one-stop-shop for selecting wine with confidence, expanding your wine knowledge and enjoying your experiences.”

https://wineindustryadvisor.com/2021/03/19/sippd-launches-ai-powered-wine-app

What Happens to Your Body When You Drink White Wine

What happens to your body when you drink white wine?

https://www.eatthis.com/news-what-happens-body-drink-white-wine/

Five Tips to Get Customers Comfortable with Natural Wines

As the popularity of natural wine rises, consumers across the country are more interested than ever in seeking out these bottles at their local retailers

https://www.thenaturalwineschool.com/members/posts/39861-retail-focus-five-tips-to-get-customers-comfortable-with-natural-wines

One Surprising Side Effect of Drinking Red Wine for Women, Says New Study

One new study, which was published in the journal Nature, suggests that resveratrol could even slow the progression of a common, painful disorder that afflicts women.

https://www.eatthis.com/news-surprising-side-effect-drinking-red-wine-women/

Is there an impact of Sound Vibration on Grape Wine?

In addition to their focus on biodiversity and sustainable management in the vineyard, they use music to enhance grape health and wine taste.

https://www.ciencia-e-vinho.com/2021/03/21/is-there-an-impact-of-sound-vibration-on-grape-wine/

3 Reasons Why Cognac Is the Ultimate Espresso Martini Upgrade

While most wood-aged spirits lend themselves to varied styles of drinking, Cognac is one of the most versatile

https://vinepair.com/articles/cognac-ultimate-espresso-martini-upgrade/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=bdda5e760c-MAR_23_2021&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-bdda5e760c-38937345&mc_cid=bdda5e760c&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Do Column or Pot Stills Make Better Spirits?

Do they make different spirits, though? Yes, and that difference is what causes some producers to prefer column stills and others to prefer pot stills.

https://vinepair.com/articles/column-vs-pot-stills/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=bdda5e760c-MAR_23_2021&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-bdda5e760c-38937345&mc_cid=bdda5e760c&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

BEER BRAND MILLER LITE RELEASES CANDLE THAT SMELLS LIKE A BAR

The three scents – dive bar, beer garden and game day – are intended to conjure up memories of experiences that have been largely off the table over the past year.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2021/03/beer-brand-miller-lite-releases-candle-that-smells-like-a-bar/

Five of the Most Beautiful Chardonnay Regions Worldwide

One of the most planted varieties in the world, Chard takes root in vineyards with breathtaking vistas from Australia to Italy.

https://www.winemag.com/2021/03/24/chardonnay-wine-regions-world/

Drinking Wine is Risky and That’s One Reason We Drink It

The alcohol that is a natural byproduct of fermented grapes doesn’t get that much attention among those that work with wine.

https://fermentationwineblog.com/2021/03/drinking-wine-risky/

Where to Find the Best Natural Wines North of Boston

Find out what makes natural wine so special, and where to grab a bottle locally.

https://www.nshoremag.com/eat-drink/where-to-find-the-best-natural-wines-north-of-boston/

What Does ‘Extraction’ Mean in Wine?

We asked industry professionals to shed some light on this oft-confusing term.

https://www.winemag.com/2021/03/23/extraction-mean-wine/

Edinburgh Whisky Academy unveils Irish whiskey course

The new course was developed with the help of Irish whiskey experts Fionnán O’Connor and Matt Healy, with an aim to provide comprehensive online education for whisky fans and industry professionals in the UK, Ireland, the US, Europe and beyond.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2021/03/edinburgh-whisky-academy-unveils-irish-whiskey-course/

The Wine Mom Phenomenon Speaks Volumes

Wine mom memes are everywhere.

https://www.winemag.com/2021/03/23/wine-mom-phenomenon-memes/

The secret to a successful wine pairing? Fats have an affinity for tannins

Wine aficionados know that a well-paired wine enhances the flavors of whatever foods one consumes, while a poorly paired wine does the opposite.

https://arstechnica.com/science/2021/03/study-examines-molecular-basis-for-why-wine-goes-so-well-with-fatty-foods/

How Basic Wine Characteristics Help You Find Favorites

By understanding the 5 basics characteristics below, you’ll have a better chance of choosing great wines.

https://winefolly.com/deep-dive/wine-characteristics/?utm_campaign=wine-characteristics-tasting-walla-tasting-course&utm_medium=newsletter&utm_source=email&_ke=eyJrbF9jb21wYW55X2lkIjogIlFkTlk0eSIsICJrbF9lbWFpbCI6ICJmcmFua2xpbmxpcXVvcnNAdmVyaXpvbi5uZXQifQ%3D%3D

QUINI DATA Integrates Net Promoter Score

Instant view of NPS within the QUINI DATA analytics interface is designed to help wine marketers to instantly identify and prioritize optimal target audiences and geographic markets for a wine product, based on consumer loyalty indications captured using Quini.

https://wineindustryadvisor.com/2021/03/24/quini-data-integrates-net-promoter-score

Yep, Cheap Wine Really Does Taste Better if You Increase The Price Tag

One of the first studies to explicitly manipulate the price of wine in a realistic tasting session has found a cheap glass becomes far more pleasant when participants are told it has a higher price.

https://www.sciencealert.com/psychologists-find-cheap-wine-tastes-better-when-it-s-sold-as-expensive

JUMILLA WINES GET NEW CERTIFYING BACK LABEL

The new certifying back label includes an illustration of Monastrell vine roots in a hat tip to the region’s flagship grape; the word ‘Jumilla’ in braille and Roman lettering; a pair of 4^th century Iberian gold earrings in the shape of a grape cluster; a map of Spain pinpointing where the region resides; and a stamp from the DOP.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2021/03/jumilla-wines-get-new-certifying-back-label/

Hornitos Tequila moves into hard seltzers

Hornitos Tequila Seltzer is available in two 5% ABV flavours – lime and mango. The 12oz canned variants contains fewer than 115 calories and ‘natural’ ingredients.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2021/03/hornitos-tequila-moves-into-hard-seltzers/

It’s time we judged Italian wine on its own terms

For many years, the wine world has had an Italian problem

https://cluboenologique.com/story/sarah-heller-mw-its-time-we-judged-italian-wine-on-its-own-terms/

Clubhouse: what it is & why you should sign up

Clubhouse is an audio-based iPhone-only social app and a small group of wine lovers and communicators have embraced the idea to start even smaller conversations via what are known as ‘rooms’

http://www.the-buyer.net/opinion/what-is-clubhouse-and-how-does-it-work/

Toasty Levels in Sparkling Wines

Both in aromas and flavors a sparkling wine can express this character, from those slices of bread lightly toasted either side on the lowest setting of the toaster to those you’ve forgotten you’d put under the grill and your smoke alarm was needed to remind you.

https://glassofbubbly.com/toasty-levels-in-sparkling-wines/

9 of the Best Cheap Bourbons Under $30

Here are nine of the best bourbons under $30.

We have 5 in stock!

https://vinepair.com/buy-this-booze/9-best-cheap-bourbons-under-30-2021/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=582d57d5b1-MAR_26_2021&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-582d57d5b1-38937345&mc_cid=582d57d5b1&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

The Ecosystems Behind Three Common Wine Descriptors

When it comes to tasting and describing wine, some regions’ combined environs have such a distinct impact on the final product that they are more commonly considered together, grouped under a single term that refers to their joint influence on aroma or flavor.

https://www.winemag.com/2021/03/26/most-common-wine-descriptors/

There’s Never Been a Better Time to Join a Wine Club

Franklin Wine Club Wines

A well-chosen selection of wines delivered right to your door.

Sounds pretty good these days.

Shop Here

Franklin Liquors New Daily Newspaper

The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW)

 Our Daily Wine Newspaper

Weekly Newsletter

The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW) Podcast

Listen On Our Facebook Page OR On Franklin Radio 102.9 FM

On Air Wednesday 10:00am, 01:00PM and 7:00PM

And

Saturday at 01:00PM

Listen On i Tunes

Listen On Soundcloud

Official Merchandise

Sign Up For Our Weekly Newsletter

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

http://bit.ly/1q72JV3

Find Us Online

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www.facebook.com/franklinliquorsMA

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Liquor Sale Items

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Wine Sale Items

Beer

Beer Sale Items

Beer Keg Information Page

Browse Our Product List

Upcoming Events

Our Education Schedule

Franklin Wine Club 

Wine Explorers wanted!

Over 790 Club Members!

How To attend and join

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

http://www.facebook.com/FranklinwineclubMA

Food And Wine Events

 Our TV Show And Facebook Page

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-(Instructor) Wine Scholar Guild

Quini Certified Educator- QCE (First In USA)

Italian Wine Specialist-IWS-North American Sommelier Association

Spanish Wine Scholar SWS-Wine Scholar Guild

Oregon Wine Expert OWE-Napa Valley Wine Academy

Our Wine Education/Events Partner

Kim Simone

Vinitas Winework

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