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This Weeks Highlights:
New Products
Is expensive wine really better?
Getting alcohol from mom or dad doesn’t prevent risky drinking
Does Legalizing Marijuana Threaten Wine (And Beer) Consumption?
AND MORE!
New mobile app for Vermont Beer fans
The Vermont Brewers Association recently released a brand new mobile app. People will be able to drive around the state, check into a brewery, rate the beers that they’re tasting and get their electronic passport stamped
http://www.wcax.com/content/news/New-mobile-app-for-Vermont-Beer-fans-473684923.html
Monkey Shoulder unveils giant cocktail shaker
Scotch whisky brand Monkey Shoulder is taking a 2,400-gallon mobile cocktail shaker that mirrors a cement truck on a tour of the US
https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2018/02/monkey-shoulder-unveils-giant-cocktail-shaker/
SECRET MARIJUANA PLANTATION DISCOVERED IN VINEYARD
A vineyard operator has been found guilty of cultivating more than 100 cannabis plants and concealing them alongside vines at his estate in Berri, South Australia.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2018/02/secret-marijuana-plantation-discovered-in-vineyard/
HERE ARE FOUR CONSUMER SPIRITS TRENDS TO WATCH IN 2018
Market research firm Euromonitor looked at the spending habits of spirits drinkers around the world, revealing some curious predictions for the market in 2018.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2018/02/here-are-four-consumer-spirits-trends-to-watch-in-2018/
THE DIFFERENCES BETWEEN BOURBON, RYE, AND TENNESSEE WHISKEY
So what’s the difference between these three delicious brown liquids?
New UFO Flavor
The Massachusetts Bay Brewing Company’s UFO brand has launched its newest core offering: UFO Pineapple. The 5.2%-abv Hefeweizen is brewed to be sweet, refreshing and easy drinking, according to the brewery. The flavored wheat ale is now available on draft and in six-packs of 12-ounce cans and bottles nationwide. UFO Pineapple is the brand’s second release of the year, following the seasonal UFO Apricot.
New Light Beer Line
MillerCoors has launched Two Hats, a 4.2%-abv light beer range that features two flavor options, lime and pineapple. Aimed at the 21-24-year-old demographic, Two Hats is rolling out nationwide in 16-ounce cans that retail at around $5 a six-pack depending on the market. MillerCoors is billing the brand as an alternative to higher-priced craft brews, and as an accessible entry point into the beer category for the younger generation, which has increasingly been favoring wine or spirits over beer in recent years.
Fetzer looks to showcase new vintages after 50 years as Mendocino County’s wine pioneer
Its golden anniversary offers an opportunity for the Chilean-owned wine company to reconnect with the past — and to use its history as a centerpiece of its marketing strategy while it ramps up new brands tailored to the latest customer trends, from rosé to bourbon barrel-aged red blends.
http://www.pressdemocrat.com/business/7968765-181/fetzer-looks-to-showcase-new
Vegans call for better labeling on wine
Veganism is becoming more common, with consumers motivated by a number of issues including allergies, environmental concerns and animal welfare. However, this may pose a problem for wine-lovers as wine bottles rarely display the ingredients label
Consistency is the Hobgoblin of Little Wines
Take your favorite wine or winery. As good as they may be, surely it’s possible for them to improve the quality of their product.
This is why it makes no since to give wines a 100-point score. It implies that no improvement is possible.
https://foodandwineaesthetics.com/2018/02/12/consistency-is-the-hobgoblin-of-little-wines/
Debate on natural wine rages on
Natural wine can be anything. Wines that trumpet their “natural-ness” are sometimes sound and admirably fault-free.
https://www.goodfood.com.au/eat-out/news/milk-crate-debate-on-natural-wine-rages-on-20180208-h0vrc1
Constellation Brands, Boston Beer Ink Kentucky Derby Sponsorships
Constellation Brands announced that its Corona Extra brand would become the exclusive import beer of the Kentucky Derby for the next two years.
Does Legalizing Marijuana Threaten Wine (And Beer) Consumption?
Spending on legal cannabis in North America was $7.3 billion in 2016 and up 33 percent in 2017 to $9.7 billion
Hangar 1 Introduces Rosé Vodka Made From Actual Wine
The vodka is a combination of the company’s classic vodka, which is distilled from grapes, and a Northern California rosé blend of Petit Verdot and White Meritage wines and is the first true rosé vodka on the market.
http://fortune.com/2018/02/12/hangar-1-introduces-rose-vodka-made-from-actual-wine/
The Best Courses to Help You Land a Job in Wine
Looking to get a leg up in the wine world? Here’s a crash course in the various classes that will help you out.
Close up of female hands writing notes at wine tasting.
http://www.foodandwine.com/wine/best-professional-wine-courses
Review on Repour – a Wine Preservation System
Repour is a wine preservation system which looks like a simple stopper.
https://txwinelover.com/2018/02/review-repour-wine-preservation-system/
Beefeater Pink gin to launch in April
Pernod Ricard has unveiled a pink variation of its Beefeater London Dry gin, which is flavored with strawberries
https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2018/02/beefeater-pink-gin-to-launch-in-april/
Baileys unveils strawberries and cream liqueur
Diageo has launched a limited-edition strawberries and cream flavour of its Baileys Irish cream liqueur brand in the US.
https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2018/02/baileys-unveils-strawberries-and-cream-liqueur/
Burnett’s Vodka unveils first redesign in 25 years
Heaven Hill Brands has given Burnett’s Vodka a packaging overhaul, the brand’s first in its 25-year history.
https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2018/02/burnetts-vodka-unveils-first-redesign-in-25-years/
STONE BREWING CO. SUES MILLERCOORS OVER KEYSTONE BEER
California’s Stone Brewing Co. has filed a lawsuit against MillerCoors over its emphasis of the word “stone” in its Keystone Light rebrand, calling it a “surprisingly bold” and “disconcerting” appropriation of its own name.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2018/02/stone-brewing-sues-millercoors-over-keystone-beer/
SCIENTISTS DISCOVER WHY PEOPLE CAN BECOME AGGRESSIVE WHEN DRINKING ALCOHOL
A team of scientists from the University of New South Wales have discovered the reason why some people can become aggressive when drinking alcohol by measuring blood flow to the brain.
Wine and Your Sex Drive
Wine and sex is definitely not a pairing that instantly comes into mind. However, even though we don’t talk about it, wine is used as a social lubricant all the time–which left us wondering…
Cakebread Cellars Launches Limited-Edition “Phoenix” Rosé Wine to Benefit Napa and Sonoma Valley Fire Relief Efforts
Made from cabernet sauvignon grapes, the 2017 Cakebread Cellars’ Phoenix Rosé offers aromas of raspberry, strawberry and mineral which give way to flavors of fresh green apple and cherry. Bottles retail at $27.50.
https://www.winebusiness.com/newReleases/?go=getArticle&dataid=195625
Consumers use these 3 online sources to make buying decisions.
Why Don’t You Buy Vanilla Extract in a Liquor Store?
Vanilla extract’s the same proof as vodka or rum, yet we buy it at the supermarket. Here’s why.
Plainville MA voters back more liquor licenses
The town is allowed 14 licenses for restaurants, but only has two more to give out. Selectmen would like six more. Plainville also has two liquor store and five beer and wine licenses but all are being used. Selectmen would like three more licenses for liquor stores and five more for beer and wine in convenience stores.
The NBA’s Secret Wine Society
The inside-the-bottle story of the intense love affair between NBA stars and the gilded grape.
http://www.espn.com/espn/feature/story/_/id/22358028/the-nba-obsession-wine
8 Modern Wine Terms You Need to Know
Our wine lists have evolved—here’s how to sound smart when talking shop.
https://www.washingtonian.com/2018/02/13/8-modern-wine-terms-you-need-to-know/
Managers For Chance The Rapper & Skrillex Launch New Wine Company
The pair teamed up with Ryan Arnold, noted sommelier and wine director for the Lettuce Entertain You restaurant group, to create No Fine Print Wine.
Purple Wine + Spirits Eyes Expansion In Whiskey, Pinot Noir
Since selling the Mark West brand to Constellation in 2012 for about $160 million, Sonoma-based Purple Wine + Spirits, led by founder Derek Benham, has been building its wine portfolio and expanding its presence in spirits with its Graton Distilling Co. offshoot.
Pick a glass of wine, and we’ll give you a Netflix rom-com to watch
Pick a wine, and we’ll give you a movie to accompany it.
http://www.dailyedge.ie/netflix-and-wine-valentines-3848759-Feb2018/
Prehistoric wine discovered in inaccessible caves forces a rethink of ancient Sicilian culture
Monte Kronio rises 1,300 feet above the geothermally active landscape of southwestern Sicily. Hidden in its bowels is a labyrinthine system of caves, filled with hot sulfuric vapors.
Global Consumption
New Fetzer
Fetzer Vineyards’ 1000 Stories wine brand is set to debut Gold Rush Red, a new red blend offering. Along with Gold Rush Red, which is rolling out this spring, 1000 Stories is also planning a limited-release Carignan expected to hit the market around Father’s Day, June 17. Led by its core Bourbon barrel-aged Zinfandel, 1000 Stories has seen strong growth since launching in 2014. Last year, the brand was up 45% in the U.S. to 90,000 cases, according to Impact Databank
The Myth Buster: Dr. Paulo Lopes dispels long-held beliefs about cork
When it comes to wine storage, old habits are hard to break. But Dr. Paulo Lopes, Research and Development Manager at Amorim Cork, advises that if temperature
and humidity are maintained at the correct levels, wine can be stored upright
with no ill effects.
4 Reasons the Direct-to-Consumer Wine Shipping Channel Topped $2 Billion in 2018
Here are four of the more interesting data points concerning shipping to individual states:
The Science of Whole-Cluster Fermentation
Added complexity is just one of the benefits of fermenting grapes on their stems
https://daily.sevenfifty.com/the-science-of-whole-cluster-fermentation/
Am I allergic to sulfites?
I created a decision tree to answer this popular question.
Excellent interactive chart!!
http://blog.wblakegray.com/2018/02/am-i-allergic-to-sulfites.html
Your Love Life May Affect Your Taste in Wine
A recent study shows that long-term couples share similar smell and taste preferences
http://www.winespectator.com/webfeature/show/id/Your-Love-Life-May-Affect-Your-Taste-in-Wine
HOW TO WRITE ABOUT WINE
TEN GOLDEN RULES OF WINE WRITING
https://www.richardhemmingmw.com/blog/how-to-write-about-wine
Can a coffee filter remove some of the sulfites from white wine?
The short answer is “no,” but hopefully you’re up for a longer answer, because there is always a lot to untangle when it comes to questions about sulfites!
http://www.winespectator.com/drvinny/show/id/Can-Coffee-Filter-Remove-Sulfites-from-Wine-56070
THE SECRET TO PAIRING SWEET WINE WITH SAVORY FOOD
The general rule of thumb is that sweet wines should always be paired with sweet food (hence the term “dessert wines”) and that the wine should always be sweeter than the dish. But there’s something to be said for the combination of sweet and savory.
https://vinepair.com/articles/what-goes-with-sweet-wine/
First All-Vegan Wine Club Launches in United States
Vegan Wines is the first of its kind in the US to deliver artisanal, cruelty-free wines to members’ doorsteps.
http://vegnews.com/articles/page.do?pageId=10822&catId=1
What’s the difference between Prosecco, Champagne, and Cava? Sparkling wine explained
If you think all sparkling wines are created equal then think again – there is more than just a difference in price between the three main players in the wine aisle
https://www.thesun.co.uk/fabulous/food/5578490/whats-the-difference-between-prosecco-champagne-cava/
WINES OF GREAT BRITAIN UNVEILS NEW BRAND IDENTITY
The newly formed Wines of Great Britain – formed from the merging of two industry bodies: United Kingdom Vineyards Association (UKVA) and English Wine Producers (EWP) – has unveiled its rebranded identity and announced a number of promotional events for 2018.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2018/02/wines-of-great-britain-unveils-new-brand-identity/
Barefoot Remains Top Brand; Wine Sales Rise 3% Josh Cellars grows fastest of Top 20 wine brands; Black Box and Bota Box also excel
Drilling down into the brands responsible for the growth in table wine sales, E. & J. Gallo Winery continues to beat the market with its popular Barefoot brand.
https://www.winesandvines.com/news/article/195778/Barefoot-Remains-Top-Brand-Wine-Sales-Rise-3
China’s wine drinkers embrace cork, to Portugal’s delight
Screwcaps lose ground as Asia’s No. 1 economy embraces natural stoppers
Forget Sauvignon Blanc, New Zealand’s New Big Thing Is Pinot Noir
The island nation was once known merely for crisp, grassy sauvignon blanc wines. No longer.
Getting alcohol from mom or dad doesn’t prevent risky drinking
Parents may be tempted to give teens an occasional taste of alcohol to teach responsible drinking habits, but a new study suggests this may have the opposite effect.
There are Reasons Why Good Wine is Expensive
For those inclined to claim that there really is no difference between expensive wine and cheap wine, this symposium at the Unified Wine and Grape Symposium should be enlightening.
https://foodandwineaesthetics.com/2018/02/15/there-are-reasons-why-good-wine-is-expensive/
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Leading Israeli Wineries Offer Food and Wine Pairing Tips for Passover
The recommendations, from Israel’s leading Golan Heights and Galil Mountain wineries, and their North American importer, Yarden Inc., are for the holiday that begins the night of Friday, March 30, and ends the evening of Saturday, April 7.
https://www.wineindustryadvisor.com/2018/02/15/israeli-wineries-wine-pairing-tips-passover
A New Look for Mezzacorona’s Flagship Pinot Grigio: New Label and Sustainability Certification
Celebrated Trentino DOC Producer Tells the Story of Estate Growers and Dedication to Sustainability with New Label Design
https://www.wineindustryadvisor.com/2018/02/15/new-look-mezzacorona-pinot-grigio
Is expensive wine really better?
Don’t get confused by these common misconceptions
How to check a case of wine for free on Alaska Airlines
That means Alaska Mileage Plan members departing from 29 airports in Washington, Oregon, Idaho and California wine regions can check up to a case of wine – 12 bottles – for free!
https://blog.alaskaair.com/travel-tips/how-to-check-a-case-of-wine-for-free/
TOP 10 WINE BRANDS IN THE US OFF-TRADE
America is driving global volume and value growth of both still and sparkling wines and will spend a whopping $45 billion on wine in 2021.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2018/02/top-10-wine-brands-in-the-us-off-trade/
THE ULTIMATE IPA FLAVOR MAP
India Pale Ale, or IPA, is inarguably the most sought-after style of craft beer in the country. It’s also the most misunderstood.
HOW TO DECODE RED AND WHITE RHONE BLENDS
Washington, Paso Robles, South Australia — despite having varying locations and topography, these New World wine regions all have something in common. All are billing themselves as the next big region to produce world-class Rhône blends.
Top 25 Red Wine Grapes Crushed In CA
What Wineries Are Learning from Mystery Shoppers
Some California producers are using anonymous evaluations to enhance their tasting room experiences and increase sales
Enhancing Beer Flavors with Cryogenic Technology
Craft brewers experiment with concentrated hops to boost bitterness in IPAs
Australia’s Treasury Wines says sues ‘copycat’ for imitating brand in China
Australia’s Treasury Wine Estates, the world’s largest standalone winemaker, on Friday said it launched legal action in the country’s Federal Court against a “copycat” it accused of imitating its prestigious Penfolds brand in China.
New Vine Varieties Will Reduce Need for Pesticides in French Wine Industry
The French wine industry has announced the creation of four new vine varieties.
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Grapefruit Rosé In Stock!
February 22, 2018Grapefruit Rosé from France now in stock!
750ml $9.99
Clean light grapefruit with crisp finish
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Considering Wine & Weed Events… Not So Fast
Who’s Influencing Your Wine Choices?
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Can You Spot The Awesome New Feature On These Weight Watchers Wine Glasses?
It’s so on brand.
http://www.delish.com/food-news/news/a57977/weight-watchers-portion-control-wine-glasses/
Senate Committee Set to Ban Wine Shipments to New Hampshire
National Association of Wine Retailers Warns That Hundreds of Thousands of Wines Could Be Off Limits to Granite State Consumers —
2018 statistics on American wine consumption
- The average retail bottle sale in the U.S. is about $10;
- What might be more telling is that sales of bottles in the $15-$19.99 range have increased over the past year by “double digits,” and
- Sales of $8-and-under bottles have decreased.
That is to say, Americans are slowly but surely trading up. Nonetheless, Thach reminds us, $8-and-under bottles of wine (not including boxed wines) still make up 55% of all wines sold in the U.S. It may be a while before the average American attains an actual Napa Valley taste.
What is ullage in wine and should you worry?
Ullage is generally used to describe the amount headspace between the closure and the liquid inside a wine bottle, but how important is this and what does it mean for the wine?
http://www.decanter.com/learn/advice/ullage-in-wine-ask-decanter-383430/
German Beer Sales Are Falling
Consumption in the land of Oktoberfest is showing no cheers
https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2018-02-02/german-beer-sales-are-falling
Axe-Throwing Bars: Why Mixing Weapons And Beer Is Surprisingly Good Business
At an experiential bar in Brooklyn, alcohol is served with a dash of excitement. The owner of Kick Axe explains why patrons are lining up to hurl hatchets.
History Of Johnnie Walker Man
Johnnie Walker’s Striding Man logo is perhaps as iconic as the Scotch itself.
PERFECT PAIRINGS: WHAT GROWS TOGETHER GOES TOGETHER
When pairing food and wine, if your goal is to create a regional experience, this is the only guide you need.
How Vermont Beer Created a National Craze
The rise and craze of Heady Topper met its moment in America’s craft beer circles.
https://theculturetrip.com/north-america/usa/vermont/articles/vermont-beer-created-national-craze/
CANADIAN BREWER FILES TECHNOLOGY PATENT FOR CANNABIS BEER
A Canadian company has filed a technology patent for the production of beer brewed from cannabis, using a method that sees the grains traditionally used to make beer completely replaced with marijuana.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2018/02/canadian-brewer-files-technology-patent-for-cannabis-beer/
THIS CALCULATOR TRANSLATES YOUR WEEKLY ALCOHOL INTAKE INTO BURGERS AND DONUTS
Three pints of beer contain roughly 510 calories, the equivalent of two burgers, while three large glasses of wine (630) calories translates to eating three donuts per week.
Crunching the Numbers on ‘Diet’ Wine, The Innovation No One Needs
These products bill themselves as guilt-free (or low-guilt) options for anyone hoping to cut corners on the sort of cold-turkey cleanses that can seem to last an eternity.
https://vinepair.com/articles/diet-wine-low-calorie-brands/
All about Indian food and wine combos
Try these Indian food and wine combos to savor some real flavors
https://telanganatoday.com/all-about-indian-food-and-wine-combos
Jameson unveils 2018 St Patrick’s Day bottle design
Irish Distillers has unveiled its seventh annual limited-edition bottle design for Jameson Irish whiskey in celebration of St Patrick’s Day.
https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2018/02/jameson-unveils-2018-st-patricks-day-bottle-design/
The best-selling spirits in the US market
The US is the most highly prized market for ambitious spirits producers – but which are the best-selling categories in America, and how fast are they growing?
https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2018/02/the-best-selling-spirits-in-the-us-market/
Treasury Wine Estates ramps up consumer engagement with augmented reality app portfolio
CEO says AR platform allows the ASX-listed wine maker to target millennials, tech enthusiasts and the trade
The Three Tier System Sucks And Needs To Go Away
Did you know there are over 125,000 different wines produced each year? Yet your average wine store only has a few thousand of them and over half of the wines on their shelves come from only three companies.
https://www.reversewinesnob.com/tenet-6-the-three-tier-system-sucks-and-needs-to-go-away
How to Be an Objective Wine Critic
In the debate about whether winetasting is subjective or objective we need more nuance.
https://foodandwineaesthetics.com/2018/02/05/how-to-be-an-objective-wine-critic/
Prosecco’s Epic Fail in the New Italian Hotspots in America
What has happened to Prosecco in America? Has it become but a mere commodity,
https://acevola.blogspot.com/2018/02/proseccos-epic-fail-in-new-italian.html
You’ve been drinking wine wrong: Expert reveals the 20:20 rule
White wine is served chilled, while red is best at room temperature – or so the mantra goes.
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/food/article-5353525/Expert-reveals-youve-serving-wine-wrong.html
Scientist develops heart disease treatment from red wine
Two antioxidant compounds found in red wine – resveratrol and quercetin – could be used with heart stents in new treatment being developed by a Louisiana State University professor.
Absolut launches film featuring naked employees
The new film, called The Vodka With Nothing To Hide, invites viewers on a “revealing” journey, using nudity as a metaphor for Absolut’s production process in Åhus, Sweden.
https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2018/02/absolut-transparency-film-features-naked-employees/
Clone Wars: Selecting the Right Pinot
Which clones are best for different regions—and how winemakers choose them
The Quest for Artisan-Made Cinnamon Whiskey
After the success of Fireball, craft whiskey brands enter the fiery fray
4 Reasons Why Long Island Wine Has Never Been Better
By most measures, Long Island wine has never been better. I’m not saying that it’s all good — because it’s not. I’m also not saying that the worst stuff today is even half as good as the best wines from years past — because it’s not.
http://thecorkreport.us/2018/02/4-reasons-long-island-wine-has-never-been-better/
Cremant: France’s forgotten sparkling wine?
There probably isn’t anyone who hasn’t at least heard of Champagne, the motherland of all sparkling wine, home to glamour, prestige and such iconic names as Dom Perignon. But Cremant, an often excellent quality (and value) sparkling wine that can be found across many of France’s most prestigious regions?
https://www.cellartours.com/blog/france/cremant-frances-forgotten-sparkling-wine
Barrel of Possibilities
Oak programs a matter of personal taste
http://www.oregonwinepress.com/barrel-of-possibilities
Are Your Wine Bottles Safe by FDA Standards?
Concerned about the quality of your bottles? You should be, because not all wine bottles are created equal, as not all manufacturers adhere to the same standards for material quality and safety.
http://wineindustrynetwork.com/suppliers/glopak-wine-spirits.html#whatsnew
The way to instantly tell if your beer glass is dirty
Once your draft beer is served to you, check whether the carbonated bubbles stick to the sides of the glass. If they do, they’re catching onto soap residue or leftover crud on the walls of the glass. It’s that simple.
https://thetakeout.com/how-to-instantly-tell-if-your-beer-glass-is-dirty-1822781703
Chaos reigns in wine names
What’s in a name? In the wine world, often confusion, occasionally chaos.
http://www.reporternews.com/story/life/2018/02/06/gus-clemens-chaos-reigns-wine-names/309644002/
I tried a subscription service that acts as your personal sommelier for only $30 a month — and I loved it
Trying by the glass makes it possible to taste test high-end wines without having to buy the full bottle.
http://www.businessinsider.com/vinebox-wine-club-review-2018-2
For a growing number of wine producers, organic is not just a expanding market to tap into: it’s a fundamental philosophy of their business and a necessity for the longevity of their enterprise and land.
https://www.beveragedaily.com/Article/2018/02/06/Why-producers-are-turning-to-organic-wine
STOP YOUR WINE-ING’ SAYS MILLERCOORS IN CAMPAIGN FOR NEW BREW
Big brewers have been lamenting losing drinkers to wine and spirits for years. But it doesn’t get more direct than this pitch for a new MillerCoors brand: “Stop Your Wine-ing.”
http://adage.com/article/special-report-super-bowl/stop-wine-ing-millercoors-campaign-brew/312285/
Craft beer ‘healthier than red wine’, new study finds
We all know that a glass of red wine is good for you, but it turns outs a pint of craft beer is better, it has got more good things in it
http://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/news/article.cfm?c_id=6&objectid=11989794
This is why hangovers get worse with age
The trouble is, although there’s lot of evidence that hangovers really do worsen with age, there is very little concrete science as to why this is.
http://www.businessinsider.com/why-hangovers-get-worse-with-age-2018-2
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Is Wine Only Healthy for the Wealthy?
New research reveals more nuances in alcohol’s protective effects on cardiovascular disease
http://www.winespectator.com/webfeature/show/id/Is-Wine-Only-Healthy-for-the-Wealthy
The way that low strength beer and wine is marketed could be increasing overall alcohol consumption
The marketing strategies behind these drinks are leading people to consume them in addition to rather than as a substitute to stronger tipples, which could be very damaging to their overall health in the long run.
Can a Wine Truly Be Great if it Can’t Age?
High-quality Old World wines are renowned for their ability to withstand decades of aging. But if a wine is best young, does that immediately make it inferior?
https://www.winemag.com/2018/02/07/is-a-wine-great-if-it-cant-be-aged/
Guarachi Wine Partners Launches New Wine Brand: BACON
Love is in the air … Oh wait, that’s BACON
HERE ARE SEVEN CONSUMER WINE TRENDS TO WATCH IN 2018
Market researcher Euromonitor plunged into the spending habits of consumers around the world, revealing seismic shifts in the way we drink wine.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2018/02/here-are-seven-consumer-wine-trends-to-watch-in-2018/
Who’s Influencing Your Wine Choices?
But now that the “influencer” industry has started inserting itself into our social media feeds, things have become a bit murkier.
https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2018/02/whos-influencing-your-wine-choices
A Swirling Controversy is Bubbling Up in Champagne Circles
What is the proper shape of the glass to be lifted when enjoying Champagne?
https://www.theexaminernews.com/a-swirling-controversy-is-bubbling-up-in-champagne-circles/
Food and wine pairing in China: ‘Technicalities ruin the fun’
They still only have very basic knowledge about wine and pairing. The concept of wine pairing helps, but won’t make a huge difference in sales
Is this the same in USA??
Wine Grape Vines Sold
Will canned wine solve all of the wine business’ problems?
Probably not, but canned wine could find acceptance and a profitable niche — just like 3-liter boxes like Black and Bota
https://www.winecurmudgeon.com/will-canned-wine-solve-wine-business-problems/
MAKE YOUR OWN SOLO-INSPIRED STAR WARS SPACE WINE GLASSES
The space wine glasses have shiny silver stems, and you can replicate them at home with any ol’ wine glass.
https://nerdist.com/solo-space-wine-how-to-star-wars/
Forget craft beer. The next craze is non-alcoholic brews
Global consumption of traditional beer dropped in 2015 and 2016. But the market for non-alcoholic beer grew 5% in 2016, according to research firm Euromonitor International.
http://money.cnn.com/2018/02/09/news/beer-non-alcoholic/index.html
What Is Ginger Beer? What to Know About This Drink
Hint: it’s not beer.
https://spoonuniversity.com/lifestyle/what-is-ginger-beer
GREEN ISSUES DRIVE INNOVATION IN WINE CLOSURES
The environmental impact of stopper production and disposal is rising in prominence – but how green is your closure?
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2018/02/green-issues-drive-innovation-in-wine-closures/
Top Wine Brands In The World
How New Alcohol Tax Laws May Affect Your Business
The new laws expand the definition of “table wine” by raising the alcohol by volume (ABV) requirement from a maximum of 14% to 16%—a reflection, Kaiser says, of the way American wines, particularly in California, are made. The change represents a 50-cents-per-gallon savings for wines between 14% and 16% ABV. Now, says Kaiser, “you won’t see people manipulating their wine to get lower alcohol content just so they can pay less tax.”
Some thoughts on wine quality: an intrinsic or extrinsic property of a wine?
How do we define quality in a wine? Is it an intrinsic or extrinsic property of the wine? That is, is quality something that a wine possesses independent of the occasion of drinking, or the drinker, or not?
4 Reasons Why You Should Drink More White Wine
I have a confession. I’ve been drinking more white wine over the last couple years. Here’s why you should too.
http://www.vineration.com/blog/4-reasons-why-you-should-drink-more-white-wine
What’s the Deal with Soju?
Discovering the traditional South Korean spirit in honor of the Olympics
http://www.winespectator.com/blogs/show/id/Soju-South-Korea-Olympics
California Grape Crush Report
Considering Wine & Weed Events… Not So Fast
In California, elegant wine and weed dinners are becoming a popular trend and you might think that winery owners would be in an ideal position to host such events. But could these decadent pairings of cannabis and fine wine be ending just as they are beginning to take off? In an ironic twist, the same regulations that now allow for legal recreational cannabis also restrict this recreational pairing
https://www.wineindustryadvisor.com/2018/02/01/new-regulations-restrict-weed-wine-events
Twisted, Degrading Beer Labels And Names Spoils Industry Success
Some beer companies need to decide whether their product is about developing a taste for the finer things in life or an aid to preying on women.
http://thefederalist.com/2018/02/09/twisted-degrading-branding-detracts-beer-industry-success/
How to spike your cooking game with hard liquor
It’s no secret that the proper libation can elevate an elegant meal. But have you ever considered incorporating liquor into something other than a cocktail glass?
http://www.latimes.com/food/dailydish/la-fo-co-hard-alcohol-cooking-recipes-20180210-story.html
The Best Wine Stoppers, According to Sommeliers and Beverage Directors
Just because wineglasses are bigger than ever before, doesn’t mean that you have to (or even want to) finish an entire bottle of wine in one sitting.
http://nymag.com/strategist/article/best-wine-stoppers-wine-savers-reviews-sommeliers.html
The top 10 countries exporting wine to China
Now You Know Why Wine Snobs Are Faking It
They might tell you after their ‘extensive’ years of wine-tasting and their expensive vocabulary that one wine is better than another, but here’s a tip: feel free to ignore them.
https://www.tvovermind.com/tv-news/now-know-wine-snobs-faking
Who writes the stuff on wine bottles?
Glossy flummery can only come after a generous sip
https://www.newsday.com/sports/columnists/2.1174/who-writes-the-stuff-on-wine-bottles-1.16661735
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WHAT IS CINSAUT?
Some grapes are more finicky, requiring a light touch, a keen eye and the patience to not tear them out by the roots when they call it quits after a slight change in weather. Others, like the dark-skinned Cinsaut (or Cinsault), are workhorses, extremely tolerant to varying conditions and productive.
Need A Substitute For Vanilla Extract? Check Your Liquor Cabinet
You’re in the middle of whipping up some delectable cookies, or some other baked treat, when you realize there’s not a drop of vanilla extract to be found in your kitchen … we’ve all been there before. Short of skipping the ingredient altogether, what can you do to save you recipe?
What to Look for When Shopping for a Wine Cooler
With just a little bit of time and research, you will quickly discover there are a slew of wine fridge manufacturers available, and each has something truly unique to offer.
https://goodmenproject.com/featured-content/look-shopping-wine-cooler-spnsr/
WHAT IS MOURVÈDRE?
Back when the most I knew about wine was the difference between white and red, I was both awed and baffled by the labels applied to it: fresh-cut grass. Garden hose. Banana. Barnyard floor. And here I was, thinking it was just supposed to taste like old grapes.
Top Selling Wine And Beer Holidays in US
What do wine glasses and hamburgers have in common?
People have now realized that there are two ways that increased portions have been happening, the first of which is related to hamburgers and the second of which is related to wine glasses
http://winegourd.blogspot.com/2018/01/what-do-wine-glasses-and-hamburgers.html
We may be drinking less wine, but it’s better wine
Boomers are buying less wine. Millennials aren’t picking up the slack. As a result, the growth of wine sales is slowing, while buying patterns are shifting in ways that are sending chills down the collective spine of the U.S. wine industry.
Kevin Durant punches ball into crowd, strikes Bronco Wine’s Franzia in the face
Durant realized his mistake and quickly reacted, running into the crowd to check on Franzia, a member of the Franzia wine family and owner of the Bronco Wine Company, the fourth-largest wine company in the United States.
http://www.modbee.com/sports/nba/article197197294.html
Elvis Presley’s estate loses trademark battle over beer brand
The King looks to be back in the building for beer company Brewdog, which has won the right to use the name “Elvis Juice” for one of its products.
Why Beer Brands Should Start Marketing to More Than Just Young Men
Origin’s survey of 2,000 beer drinkers analyzed preferences and habits across gender and generational lines
The Science of Orange Wines
Understanding the processes that yield copper and amber hues in wines
Deutsch Family Wine & Spirits Announces New Partnership With Dan Cohn and Bellacosa Wine
The company is purchasing a 50% stake in the Bellacosa brand, a North Coast Cabernet Sauvignon. The deal is expected to close in February
https://www.winebusiness.com/news/?go=getArticle&dataid=194996
92% of Grapes Grown for Bogle Vineyards Are Now Sustainably Certified
Number of growers following California Rules for Sustainable Winegrowing expands
https://www.winebusiness.com/news/?go=getArticle&dataid=194987
Wine Country Channel launches
The Wine Country Channel is a new TV broadcast network providing wine enthusiasts around the world with numerous channels showcasing the best of where to eat, stay and play when wine country guests visit Napa and Sonoma.
http://www.wineindustryinsight.com/yourturn.php?id=1684
How to Pair Wine With Nachos
You must eat nachos because they are among the best food ever invented by man.
http://www.grubstreet.com/2018/01/wine-chardonnay-nachos-super-bowl.html
TOP TIPS FOR DECODING A WINE LIST
Wine lists can be an unfathomable minefield of names, numbers and regions to the uninitiated, even to the seasoned pro, so any tips that might help one navigate their way through a lengthy list and to a winning wine are welcome.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2018/01/top-tips-for-decoding-a-wine-list/
Measuring Phylloxera’s Impact on the World of Wine
GuildSomm’s Kelli White examines how the aphid-like insect has transformed viticulture
https://daily.sevenfifty.com/measuring-phylloxeras-impact-on-the-world-of-wine/
Wine Package Growth
Can Amazon’s Alexa hack it as a wine sommelier? We put her to the test
I had heard that wine-pairing apps were being developed for Alexa’s big brain.
‘Moonwalker’ Wine Is a Drinkable Tribute to the Apollo Moon Missions
The limited release comes in a range of bottle sizes with labels featuring signatures of three living U.S. astronauts who walked on the Moon.
http://www.foodandwine.com/news/moonwalker-wine-us-moon-exploration
Why nebbiolo wines from the Adelaide Hills make drinkers misty-eyed with emotion
Nebbiolo has attracted some seriously obsessive Australian growers and makers over the years, and they have produced some very good examples of the grape.
http://www.afr.com/lifestyle/food-and-wine/wine-and-spirits/why-nebbiolo-wines-from-the-adelaide-hills-make-drinkers-mistyeyed-with-emotion-20180125-h0o5gz
Vegan wine’s growing popularity raises questions about ingredient labeling
The increasing number of people choosing a vegan lifestyle is presenting a new challenge for wine producers.
20-Point to 100-Point Conversion
Great chart to convert
https://www.texaswinejournal.org/20-point-to-100-point-conversion/
Self-Guided Wine Tour of the Willamette Valley
Considering a trip to Oregon wine country? Get tips on where to taste, stay, as well as what you need to know before your visit.
Ste. Michelle Wine Estates Sales Slip 6% For 2017
Washington state-based Ste. Michelle Wine Estates reported a 6.4% net revenue decline to $698 million for the year ended December 31. The winemaker’s shipment volumes were similarly soft, falling 8.6% to around 8.5 million cases, with parent company Altria citing negative impact from “competitive activity, continued trade inventory reductions and slower premium wine category growth.” The company’s full-year results were also hampered by a challenging fourth quarter, during which Ste. Michelle’s net revenues fell 8.5%, to $227 million, and shipments slipped 9.7% to around 2.8 million cases. According to Impact Databank, Ste. Michelle’s 14 Hands and Columbia Crest brands slowed from double-digit growth in 2016 to growth of 2.5% and 1% respectively last year.
Overview of the US Wine Industry in 2018: Stable Growth Forecasted – Based on 2017 Stats
Many of the statistics for 2017 US wine sales are in and the results show steady growth, but with increasing competition from imports and other beverages. The outlook is still positive because it is expected that 2018 will continue to see steady growth pattern of previous years, at around a 2% increase in US wine sales value
Bill that would allow dogs in vineyards passes Virginia House
According to a spokeswoman for VDACS, dogs were never allowed inside Virginia tasting rooms (except service animals) and were only allowed outside at vineyards as of July 2016, under certain guidelines like being on a leash and not being able to sit on the tables and chairs.
Why Are There Falcons In The Vineyards?
The falcons are by no means cutting-edge winemaking tools: The business has been around for decades in Sacramento. The birds are pest control, chasing out the starlings that often nibble through grapes.
https://www.newsreview.com/sacramento/techie-wine/content?oid=25772178
What could the ‘Supermoon’ do to wine?
The Supermoon could affect the taste of wines and development of vines around the world, but it’s coming at a good time for vineyards, according to proponents of biodynamics.
https://www.decanterchina.com/en/knowledge/trivia/what-could-the-supermoon-do-to-wine
Millennials and Gen X drive new ‘golden age’ for wine
Today’s wine consumers are leaving their comfort zone and embracing a wider range of wines, according to research from Wine Access.
Glasses of champagne decorated with lavender on blurred background
https://www.beveragedaily.com/Article/2018/02/01/Millennials-and-Gen-X-drive-new-golden-age-for-wine
Wine Lovers Face Increasing Hurdles Ordering Online
Can’t find a bottle at your local wine shop? States and shipping companies are clamping down on shipping by wine retailers, leaving consumers with fewer choices
http://www.winespectator.com/webfeature/show/id/Wine-Lovers-Face-Increasing-Hurdles-Ordering-Online
CUSTOMERS WHO HAVE HAD ONE TOO MANY – THE FREE TRANSPORTATION DILEMMA
Welcome to the insanely complicated world of alcohol regulation!
Dogfish Head’s New Beer Contains the Active Ingredients in Mace Pepper Spray
The beer was brewed for Beer Advocate’s “Extreme Beer Fest.” The event is being held this weekend in Boston, and is described as “the ultimate throw down of craft beer creativity.”
FAMOUS NZ WINERY FACES BACKLASH FOR USING AUSTRALIAN GRAPES
The wines in question are only being sold in New Zealand and all Brancott Estate labelled wines being sold in export markets continue to use New Zealand-grown fruit
Spirits Sales Rose 4% to $26.2 Billion In U.S. Market In 2017, According To Distilled Spirits Council
Supplier sales of distilled spirits in the U.S market rose by 4%, or $1 billion, last year, to hit $26.2 billion, according to the Distilled Spirits Council. Volumes rose by 2.6% to 226 million cases, a rise of 5.8 million cases from the prior year.
Spirits also continued to gain market share against beer, rising 0.7% to 36.6% of the total beverage alcohol market. The increase marks the eighth straight year of market share gains, where each point of market share is worth $720 million in supplier sales revenue.
On the international front, the trade association also projected a new export record of $1.63 billion of U.S. spirits sold around the globe in 2017, up 14.3% over 2016. Consumer tastes for premium American spirits and favorable exchange rates drove global sales, especially to markets where U.S. spirits enjoy duty-free access. Volumes were up 5%.
The top five growth markets by dollar value included the United Kingdom, up $55.7 million to $177.9 million (+45.6%); Germany, up $22.6 million to $123.5 million (+22.4%); Brazil, up $18.9 million to $29.1 million (+186.5%); France, up $15.7 million to $114.1 million (+16%); and Spain, up $14.5 million to $117.1 million (+14.1).
New Hess
Hess Family Wine Estates has extended its Hess Select portfolio with the launch of a new Pinot Gris. Retailing at $13 a 750-ml., the Pinot Gris joins Hess Select’s existing Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec and Treo Red Blend. Concurrently, Hess Family Wine Estates is unveiling an updated package across the full Hess Select lineup. The new package, which features a larger label, the Hess Family’s lion crest and the addition of a “Family Owned c. 1978” tagline, will be supported by a new digital and social media campaign, encouraging consumers to “Look for the Lion.” The Hess Select range ($13-$20) accounts for more than 500,000 cases of Hess Family Wine Estates’ roughly 800,000-case volume in the U.S.
Don’t Judge a Wine by the Grape on Its Label
The word “varietal” is among the most misused in wine.
https://www.nytimes.com/2018/02/01/dining/drinks/wine-school-california-grenache.html
The Girl Scout cookie and wine pairings you see online are almost always awful. Try these instead
When Girl Scout cookie season rolls around each year, wine professionals watch in horror as their social-media feeds fill with charts and memes that show recommendations from sommeliers of which types of wines to drink with which of these sweet treats
http://www.philly.com/philly/food/girl-scout-cookie-and-wine-pairings-20180201.html
Napa wine industry fights to protect Napa Valley name on labels
The loophole, as opponents refer to it, allows wineries that hold a certificate exempting a wine of theirs from label approval (called a Certificate of Labeling Approval, or COLA, exemption) to buy out-of-state grapes, make the wine in their state and label it with the origin of the grapes, as long as the wine is then sold only in the state where it was made.
The Analog Genius of the Leave-a-Drink Board
How one bar is using a simple blackboard to engage customers and drive sales
THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A PALE ALE AND AN IPA
There are no two more prominent styles of beers that beer geeks and brewers – both home and professional – obsess over more than Pale Ale and India Pale Ale – better known as IPA – but what’s the actual difference between these two hoppy beers, and how did both become so popular in the craft community?
Four Ways to Increase Your Knowledge About the Napa Valley Wine Region
The Napa Valley Vintners (NVV) nonprofit association has expanded its Napa Valley Rocks appellation education suite, now offering four different ways for professionals and enthusiasts to learn about America’s leading wine region.
https://napavintners.com/press/press_release_detail.asp?ID_News=3622553
Wine May Help To Clean The Mind, Study Says
In a study published Friday to Scientific Reports, researchers from the University of Rochester Medical Center aimed to discover the overall benefits of alcohol consumption. For the first time ever, this study proved that alcohol at low levels does possess benefits to the brain’s health.
http://www.ibtimes.com/wine-may-help-clean-mind-study-says-2649007
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Stoner Metal Band Red Fang Toasts New Year With Their Own Brand of Red Wine
Band’s custom blend joins hard-rock-related offerings like Dave Mustaine’s She-Wolf.
https://www.billboard.com/articles/columns/rock/8094993/red-fang-red-wine-interview
What you need to know about how oak barrels affect wine
Barrels (most often made of oak from France or the United States) can contribute a lot of different things to wine, and not all of them are automatically good.
http://www.chicagotribune.com/dining/sc-food-oak-barrels-aging-wine-0119-story.html
Foo Fighters Are Getting Their Very Own Beer
The beer will debut at a pair of Foo Fighters-themed pop-up bars in Sydney and Melbourne.
http://www.foodandwine.com/beer/foo-fighters-beer-australia-tour
Direct shipping of wine to consumers surged double-digits in 2017
Wineries continue to receive good news, for the most part, when it comes to shipping their wares straight to hopeful drinkers.
For one, the channel for direct to consumer shipping has grown yet again over the past year, this time by more than 15 percent in both the volume and value of directly shipped wine.
How to find a wine you like at a restaurant: First, know what to say
How do you describe the flavor of a wine? Gobs of fruit, including some you perhaps have never tasted? Forest floor, flint, stones or other things you would never put in your mouth?
Double decanting: When should you do it?
Double decanting is the process of decanting a wine twice; often the first into a decanter, and then back into the original – but now clean – bottle. But why do it?
http://www.decanter.com/learn/advice/what-is-double-decanting-ask-decanter-382938/
Why You Should Be Enjoying Champagne With Food
A bottle of champagne may pop every two seconds somewhere in the world, but if enduring assumptions about how and when it should be consumed are any indication, they are likely celebratory pours.
http://fortune.com/2018/01/21/champagne-sparkling-wine-food/
Consumers turning to private label wine more often, thanks to supermarkets
Private label wine is building momentum in the US, thanks to national supermarket chains such as Aldi, Trader Joe’s, Costco, and Whole Foods taking on the identity as trusted wine vendors, says Brian Sharoff, president of Private Label Manufacturers Association (PLMA).
Should Out-of-State AVA Use Be Legal?
When the TTB published proposed regulation 160B, which would close a loophole that allows wineries to use AVA names on wines made using grapes from other states, the bureau was inundated with comments on both sides of the issue
https://www.winesandvines.com/news/article/194698/Should-Out-of-State-AVA-Use-Be-Legal
Washington Malbec growth continues
Malbec not only is a fast-rising star in Washington wine country, but it also is becoming a global phenomenon.
http://www.greatnorthwestwine.com/2018/01/22/64554/
Does Wine Really Taste Better With Age?
The shameless use of the notion that the wine gets better with age as a metaphor to describe artists or sportspersons who have become more adept with age has rendered it a bit stale and tasteless.
https://www.scienceabc.com/eyeopeners/wine-really-age-better-age.html
What is a Vertical Wine Tasting?
A wine tasting provides an excellent opportunity to sample and compare the differences between wines. While a traditional tasting typically includes a variety of types and styles, a vertical wine tasting includes different vintages of the same type of wine from the same winery.
https://www.breauxvineyards.com/what-is-a-vertical-wine-tasting/
Tito’s creates vodka-infused chocolates
Texas-based Tito’s Handmade Vodka has teamed up with luxury candy maker Sugarfina to create a range of vodka-infused sweets.
https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2018/01/titos-creates-vodka-infused-chocolates/
BACARDI BUYS PATRÓN TEQUILA IN $5.1 BILLION DEAL
Spirits giant Bacardi is buying ultra-premium Tequila brand Patrón in a deal that values Patrón at $5.1 billion, eclipsing the Diageo / Casamigos deal by $4.1bn.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2018/01/bacardi-buys-patron-tequila-in-5-1-billion-deal/
SOUTH AFRICA FACING SMALLEST CROP SINCE 2005 DUE TO DROUGHT
South Africa could be facing its smallest crop in over a decade, a grimmer prediction by the local wine industry body than earlier assessments last November, mainly due to the persistent drought that has been ravaging the Western Cape area for months.
The Science of Wine Oxidation
Oxidized, oxidative, oxidated—when it comes to winemaking, what does it all mean?
18 Beers For Wine Lovers
Thanks to the craft beer movement and the proliferation of new breweries and beer styles, many fascinating beers of all styles are available to drinkers locally, whereas before, wine was the choice of discerning drinkers nationwide.
A REPORT ON ALCOHOL WHOLESALER STATE CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS
In the past five election cycles alcohol wholesalers have contributed $107 million to state political campaigns.
https://nawr.korndev-cdn.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/Wholesale-Contribution-Report.pdf
Alcohol Sales Dropped 15% In States With Medical Marijuana Laws
A joint study by researchers at two U.S. universities and one in South America claims a reduction in the U.S.’s overall alcohol consumption appears directly related to the rise of medical marijuana laws recently enacted in a number of states.
New Hampshire considers lowering drinking age to 20
As much as New Hampshire wants to attract more young people, lowering the drinking age is no way to do it, a public safety official said Tuesday.
The Tale Behind Italy’s Hot New White
A rustic Umbrian grape is reborn—and it could be Montefalco’s next wine hope
A quirky heirloom white grape variety called Trebbiano Spoletino has been rediscovered in recent years by winemakers who have brought it out of local family farms and into international distribution.
http://www.winespectator.com/blogs/show/id/Do-Wine-Grapes-Grow-on-Trees-Trebbiano-Spoletino-Camuto
New Prosecco Data
Getting to Know Mexico’s New Wine Scene
Propelled by Bichi’s popularity, Baja wines are on the radar of U.S. buyers
https://daily.sevenfifty.com/getting-to-know-mexicos-new-wine-scene/
SPAIN’S 2017 HARVEST DOWN 20%
Spain’s 2017 grape harvest is expected to be down by nearly 20% on 2016, according to provisional estimates by the Ministry of Agriculture, surpassing previous estimates of a 15% decline in the wake of spring frosts, heatwaves and drought.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2018/01/spains-2017-vintage-down-20/
Cariñena
It may be one of Spain’s lesser-known wine regions, but interest in Cariñena is on the rise.
This is how you can legally bring — and drink — your own booze on a flight
There are ways of legally bringing — and drinking — your own booze on a flight
http://www.businessinsider.com/how-to-bring-and-drink-your-own-booze-on-a-flight-2018-1
Economic impact of wildfires ‘overblown,’ says wine industry
The wildfires that tore through Northern California wine country caused tourism to temporarily plummet but spared the vast majority of vineyard acres and had little impact on already harvested grape, said a panel of experts
http://www.sacbee.com/news/business/article196469229.html#storylink=cpy
You’re Ordering Wine Wrong
Wine lists can be confusing, even daunting territory for diners, plus alcohol invariably represents a good percentage of a restaurant check.
https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2018-01-25/you-re-ordering-wine-wrong
Wine shipments increase 1.3 percent in the United States
Imports into the U.S. wine market rose 3.5 percent last year, posing an increasing threat to American producers. Sales of rosé wines from France soared 43 percent, while sales of foreign sparkling wines jumped 11 percent from 2016.
http://www.pressdemocrat.com/business/7908189-181/wine-shipments-increase-13-percent
The 131 Best Organic Wines for 2018 (Plus: Sipping Tips from Wine Experts)
It’s been a banner year for organic, biodynamic, and wines made with organic grapes. Bottles are winning awards, topping lists, and taking the spotlight.
MANY IN STOCK
http://www.organicauthority.com/131-best-organic-wines-2018
Wine Faults and How to Recognize Them
Is your wine corked? Oxidized? Plain over-the-hill? Learn the signs of common wine faults (and the characteristics mistaken for them) and find out whether to dump or drink.
http://www.winemag.com/2018/01/24/wine-faults/
Let’s Clear Up Some Myths About Sulfites, Wine, and Headaches
If you’re a regular wine drinker, then you’ve probably heard some accusatory remarks about the dangers of sulfite and why you should drink certain wines to avoid a headache. While some of these accusations may have some truth to them, there is much more to the sulfite myth than meets the eye.
Listen to a podcast that explains well.
https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/lets-clear-myths-sulfites-wine-headaches/
The geography of wine
In wine, as in real estate, location is paramount. The places where grapes grow best and the variety of the grapes grown are the two most significant factors in what makes a given wine.
https://www.summitdaily.com/explore-summit/events/wine-ink-the-geography-of-wine-column/
Here’s why more craft brewers are canning beer
More and more craft brewers are switching part of their production from bottled beer to canned. But why?
http://www.wzzm13.com/life/food/beer/heres-why-more-craft-brewers-are-canning-beer/511107311
This Zelda-themed IPA takes beer geekery to a whole new level
Few things on this earth pair better than beer and video games. Now, to commemorate this all-time classic combo, one US brewery has forged a new Link, so to speak.
http://www.trustedreviews.com/news/zelda-ipa-beer-nintendo-3382279
Top 21 Craziest and Weirdest Beers Ever Made
Have you ever wondered what a breakfast oatmeal stout tastes like? Or how someone came up with the idea to use pig brain as an ingredient?
https://www.minibrew.io/blog/top-21-craziest-and-weirdest-beers-ever-made-minibrew/
VODKA MADE FROM CLOUDS GOES ON SALE
Taking quirky distilling methods to new heights, Hilton Head Distillery in South Carolina has released a vodka made from cloud vapour onto the market.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2018/01/vodka-made-from-clouds-goes-on-sale/
It’s really not about being small anymore. It’s really about the fast beating the slow.
Interesting state of wine story
The top 10 wine companies had nearly 79 percent of all industry sales.
https://www.winebusiness.com/news/?go=getArticle&dataid=194872
Treasury Wine Estates moves 70 jobs from Napa to Oakland
Great quote from the big guys!
“As we move from an agriculture business to a brand-led business,”
How Not To Market Wine
Wine industry is mostly unsuccessful in branding and marketing communications.
Do you know why?
http://dionysianimpulse.net/how-not-to-market-wine/
Canned wine is here, but can it avoid the down-market trap?
Once written off as a passing fad, canned wine now looks poised to become a permanent fixture of the wine shelf. By mid-2016 its meteoric popularity was apparent, with annual sales reaching $14.5 million according to analytics firm Nielsen — a 125 percent year-over-year increase. This fall canned wine sales were up another 60 percent.
https://www.sfchronicle.com/wine/article/Wine-s-brewski-moment-Can-canned-wine-go-12522244.php
Genome Sequencing and Analysis in the Vineyard and on Your Palate
Now that science has broken the code to examine and explore our DNA, and the DNA of multiple, diverse organisms, there has been a surge of commercial products coming to market that enable exploration of the DNA of the components of grapes.
GRAPE GUIDEBOOK: SAUVIGNON BLANC
Unofficially known as the green goddess of viticulture, Sauvignon Blanc is the backbone to some of the wine world’s greatest regions
WHAT WEST COAST CONSUMERS THINK OF PROSECCO
Prosecco is a big trend right now. The most popular type of sparkling wine originating from Italy. This favourite has been written up and touted by wine experts, critics and self-proclaimed wine buffs alike
New software helps prevent underage alcohol sales online
A new online age verification tool has been launched to make it harder for children to purchase age-restricted products such as alcohol.
https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2018/01/new-software-helps-prevent-underage-alcohol-sales-online/
How wines change
What wine lovers must be cognizant of, in reaching conclusions about revered wine names, is that as times change, so do wines. That can make for a radical shift in how wines of the same name are seen many years after various changes are imposed on earlier regimes.
Hand-held device for detecting fake or watered down liquor by the fumes
Researchers in the US have created a nose that can sniff out adulteration and watering down in spirits, fighting one of the most deadly varieties of fraud.
https://www.newfoodmagazine.com/news/64210/hand-held-device-detecting-fake-watered-liquor/
Jon Bon Jovi creates a wine inspired by the Hamptons
When Jon Bon Jovi is inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in April, he can celebrate with his own French rose wine: the vintage 2017 “Diving Into Hampton Water.”
https://www.newsday.com/lifestyle/restaurants/feed-me/bon-jovi-hamptons-rose-wine-1.16368567
Is it safe to pour wine through copper scrub pads to eliminate hydrogen sulfide?
Sulfur compounds like mercaptans can sometimes trouble a wine, giving off skunky, rotten egg notes. They are harmless, but distracting. The good news is that those aromas can often “blow off” after the wine sits in your glass or you swirl it around for a while.
http://www.winespectator.com/drvinny/show/id/Can-Copper-Fix-Skunky-Wine-Sulfur-Compounds-55989
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Science panel backs lowering drunken driving threshold from 0.08 to 0.05
New wine tax law is more tolerant of alcohol error, apparently
How have devastating hurricanes affected rum?
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Did You Know That A ‘butt’ Is An Actual Unit Of Measurement?
This is interesting.
https://www.simplemost.com/butt-unit-measurement-wine-whiskey/
How do you make non-alcoholic beer and wine?
So how do you get the tasty flavor chemicals without the alcohol?
https://www.chemistryworld.com/news/explainer-non-alcoholic-beer-and-wine/3008514.article
Rockies catcher Chris Iannetta has turned Jack Winery into label of love
The basement cellar of his home outside of his native Providence, R.I., is stocked with about 600 bottles; the wines of choice being well-aged and complex Cabernet Sauvignons. Within his collection are bottles from Jack Winery
Former major league outfielder Vernon Wells, left, and Rockies catcher Chris Iannetta cofounded Jack Winery. (Photo provided by Jack Winery)
https://www.denverpost.com/2018/01/13/rockies-catcher-chris-iannetta-jack-winery/
Announcing the 2018 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition Sweepstake Winners
The largest competition of American wines in the world names best American wines of 2018
Wine Inspired Candles
We have three passions: wine, upcycling, and candles. We decided to combine our three passions and create Wicks & Spirits.
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/222948947/wine-inspired-candles
Pic Saint Loup Wine Region, Map, Wineries, Best Wines
Pic Saint Loup is a mountain and a wine-producing appellation area surrounding it in the southern France’s Languedoc wine region.
Lady Gaga ‘Joanne’ Inspired Wine Turns Sour After Official Suspension
Officials from the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office have suspended Gaga’s application for “Joanne Trattoria Vino Rosso” because they claim it would cause confusion in the marketplace with a company who has already locked up rights to the term “Trattoria.”
https://theblast.com/lady-gaga-joanne-trattoria-wine-trademark-suspension/
Are anti-cork sentiments softening in New Zealand and Australia?
But things have changed. Now, the quality control in cork production is much better. Screwcaps were arguably the best thing to happen to the cork industry: they caused them to up their game. Cork quality is now a lot better, I think, and this seems to be backed up by evidence from large competitions.
What Are MGAs? Why Barolo Lovers Need to Know About Menzione Geografica Aggiuntiva
Let’s be honest: Most wine classification terminology confuses consumers.
http://www.foodandwine.com/wine/menzione-geografica-aggiuntiva-barolo-wine
Managing Customer Misconceptions About Wine and Spirits
Somms and retailers share strategies for counteracting confusion and fielding odd requests
https://daily.sevenfifty.com/managing-customer-misconceptions-about-wine-and-spirits/
How have devastating hurricanes affected rum?
After one of the most destructive hurricane seasons on record, Caribbean rum producers may have to prepare for worse to come. The Spirits Business speaks to some of the biggest players in the region.
https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2018/01/the-impact-of-hurricanes-on-the-spirits-industry/
KFC offers recipes for gravy-based cocktails
Fast-food chain KFC has created three new gravy-based alcoholic cocktail recipes, which it is encouraging consumers to make at home.
https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2018/01/kfc-offers-recipes-for-gravy-based-cocktails/
Getting to Know the Tintore di Tramonti Grape
Sommelier Shelley Lindgren explores Campania’s long-forgotten variety
WATER AND WINE: HOW BODIES OF WATER HELP VINES MAKE PHENOMENAL WINES
Many of the top appellations share a common theme: a proximity to water. Why does water matter? The answers begin to unfold when we consider climate.
Is red wine good for your heart?
Red wine contains compounds thought to lower heart disease risk. But the evidence that wine protects the heart is muddled.
https://www.health.harvard.edu/heart-health/grape-expectations-is-red-wine-good-for-your-heart
A Beginner’s Guide to Wine Faults and Flaws
Some flaws are a good thing. Here’s how to know.
https://www.bonappetit.com/story/guide-to-wine-faults-and-flaws
7 Wine Tasting Bachelorette Party Ideas For The “Rosé All Day” Kind Of Bride
The most brilliant part about wine tasting is that it doesn’t have to be done one way and it’s acceptable for many occasions.
Wine Sales Gain 2% on Slow and Steady Growth
Dollars outpace case sales, reflecting consumer willingness to spend more
https://www.winesandvines.com/news/article/194449/Wine-Sales-Gain-2-on-Slow-and-Steady-Growth
Ste. Michelle Unveils Borne Of Fire, First Release From Proposed New Washington AVA
Ste. Michelle Wine Estates has released Borne Of Fire, a new wine brand sourced from a proposed Washington AVA called The Burn, SND has learned. The new label is a Cabernet Sauvignon, and will hit the retail shelves nationwide by March.
Borne of Fire ($23) is being given a good runway for growth. Some 35,000 cases were produced from the inaugural 2016 vintage, and a further 60,000 cases are planned for the 2017 release.
The Burn is an agricultural area located in south central Washington by the Columbia River, between the AVAs of Columbia Gorge and Horse Heaven Hills. Its name is inspired by the region’s early settlers, who burned their fields every autumn to regenerate the soil. The land was planted to vines in 2002, initially with just a few acres of Cabernet Sauvignon. Plantings were expanded significantly in 2015, and while the varietal mix is mainly Cabernet Sauvignon, it also includes Malbec, Syrah, Chardonnay and Sangiovese. In fact, Malbec comprises 10% of Borne of Fire, with Cabernet Sauvignon accounting for the remaining 90%.
For the moment, Ste. Michelle isn’t planning additional varietal expressions for Borne of Fire, as it seeks to showcase Cabernet Sauvignon as the top expression from the region.
Borne of Fire will have a Columbia Valley designation for now, but if the newly proposed AVA is approved, the wine will carry The Burn appellation. Ste. Michelle submitted the AVA proposal September of 2017. There’s no specific timetable for a decision.
Ste. Michelle has a long-term contract to develop The Burn’s vineyards with Washington’s Mercer family, their partners of many years. The Mercers farm 2,000 acres of vines in the Horse Heaven Hills, Columbia Valley and Yakima Valley AVAs, contracted to Ste. Michelle. The Mercers also make their own wines through their Mercer Estates division.
“We have a planting program for The Burn that will take us to about 2,100 acres within the next couple years,” says Juan Muñoz-Oca, director of winemaking, Paterson Group of Wineries, at Ste. Michelle. The Burn’s scale would then be on a par with some very established Washington AVAs such as Red Mountain (nearly 2,000 planted acres) and Walla Walla (about 1,650 planted acres).
The Burn’s microclimate is warmer than most other Washington growing areas, but it also gets more precipitation and greater moisture-retention in its soils—factors that allow for longer hang time for the grapes, says Muñoz-Oca. Borne of Fire is aged in large-format, 120-gallon puncheons made of Hungarian oak. “Using larger oak is about respecting the things that make this area’s Cabernet unique,” says Muñoz Oca. “Borne of Fire’s taste profile bridges the ripeness, richness and intensity of New World Cabernets with the elegance and brightness of the Old World.”
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War over planting rights erupts in Champagne
A war over planting rights is being waged in France, where Champagne growers want to severely limit new plantings of vines by rival growers in areas surrounding Champagne’s production zone.
http://harpers.co.uk/news/fullstory.php/aid/22944/War_over_planting_rights_erupts_in_Champagne.html
New wine tax law is more tolerant of alcohol error, apparently
Thee amount a winery can legally misstate the actual alcohol percentage — was not addressed in the tax reform.
http://blog.wblakegray.com/2018/01/new-wine-tax-law-is-more-tolerant-of.html
The growth of wine in cans and other alt-packaging is outpacing glass.
Canned Wine Sales In US
Nebbiolo in a Nutshell
If you like your wines big, bold, and red, Nebbiolo needs to be on your radar.
US DRIVING GLOBAL GROWTH OF STILL AND SPARKLING WINES
Vinexpo reports that the US spent nearly $34 billion on wine in 2016 and remains the firm leader in value sales of wine around the world.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2018/01/us-driving-global-growth-of-still-and-sparkling-wines/
FBI TAKES OVER INVESTIGATION INTO US BREWING EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURER
SysTech Stainless Works and its founders Jason and Amanda Spurrell have been accused of defrauding clients who had paid deposits for new brewing systems which they never received.
Josh Update
Deutsch Family Wine & Spirits’ Josh Cellars brand continues to soar, topping the 2-million-case mark on 51% growth in 2017, the company tells SND. Josh Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon is leading the way for the franchise, with its volume surpassing 1 million cases on a 38% jump last year. By value, Josh Cellars leapt 46% to $179 million in Nielsen channels for the 52 weeks ending December 30. With that performance, it added more new dollars to the total table wine category than any other brand for the second year in a row, Deutsch notes. Over the past two years, Josh’s Nielsen dollar sales have risen by more than $100 million.
It’s Time For Massachusetts to Embrace The 21st Century and Authorize Retailer Wine Shipments
Massachusetts still bars its citizens from receiving wine shipments from out-of-state wine stores and wine retailers.
Science panel backs lowering drunken driving threshold from 0.08 to 0.05
Most women would need to draw the line at two drinks, and men at two or three if states follow a blueprint by a prestigious scientific panel for eliminating the “entirely preventable” 10,000 alcohol-impaired driving deaths in the United States each year.
https://www.cbs58.com/news/science-panel-backs-lowering-drunken-driving-threshold-from-008-to-005
WE’RE SPENDING MORE ON BEER, BUT DRINKING LESS OF IT
Total U.S. beer sales exceeded $34 billion, essentially falling flat, with volume sales decreasing 0.4 percent and dollar sales increasing 1.2 percent.
https://vinepair.com/articles/hop-take-beer-sales-trends-2017/
SOUTH AFRICAN WINE REGIONS 101
What used to be the go-to region for jug wine and subpar juice has become a mecca for unique, terroir-driven vino.
Skip The Syrupy Stuff: All About the Best Ciders
Imagine holding an unmarked amber bottle – your only clues as to what’s inside are that this beverage is one of America’s oldest, boasts an alcohol by volume between four and six percent, and is not as manly as a pint of beer or a glass of whiskey.
Which clue is the dead giveaway that inside is an artisanal, farm-to-glass cider?
https://oct.co/essays/skip-syrup-all-about-best-ciders?utm_source=oct_nl_
What makes a wine successful?
The wine world’s new products generally come in two forms. On the one hand, there are branded wines, such as Gallo’s Apothic and Jay Z’s Armand de Brignac, and the short-lived, wannabe ‘critter’ brands that piled into the US market in the hope of catching the slipstream of hits like Yellowtail and Rex Goliath. On the other, there are the officially designated appellations that are being created almost weekly in almost every region with a vineyard.
https://www.meininger.de/en/wine-business-international/what-makes-wine-successful
CORK MAKERS ARE ‘SUFFERING FROM KODAK SYNDROME’
Cork producers are suffering from ‘Kodak syndrome’ and are struggling to accept that the market has moved beyond natural cork, according to one leading closures producer.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2018/01/cork-makers-are-suffering-from-kodak-syndrome/
WINE SPECTACULAR’ BANNED FROM NEW JERSEY PRISONS
US wine magazine Wine Spectator is on a list of publications banned from New Jersey state prisons, along with the likes of Hustler, Booty and 50 Shades of Grey, despite being offhandedly referred to as ‘Wine Spectacular‘ – much to the surprise of its editorial team.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2018/01/wine-spectacular-banned-from-new-jersey-prisons/
Can You Measure a Wine’s Worth in ‘Likes’?
Social media can offer oenophiles tasting notes, industry news and a bit of fun—as well as egregious displays of trophy bottles and interminable video tutorials. Lettie Teague finds the feeds worth following
https://www.wsj.com/articles/can-you-measure-a-wines-worth-in-likes-1516299552
Untappd releases the Top 10 most checked in beers of 2017. Guess which style dominated…
It comes as no surprise that the India pale ale continues to dominate the craft side of the beer industry, claiming 7 out of 10 of top 10 check-ins last year.
Sulfites or sulfur dioxide is a fruit preservative widely used in dried fruits as well as wine.
There are many erroneous ideas about sulfites, so to put the record straight:
http://waterhouse.ucdavis.edu/whats-in-wine/sulfites-in-wine
Craft Beer Is the Strangest, Happiest Economic Story in America
Corporate goliaths are taking over the U.S. economy. Yet small breweries are thriving. Why?
https://www.theatlantic.com/business/archive/2018/01/craft-beer-industry/550850/
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