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December 17, 2018
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By: Mark C Lenzi
CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, IWS*
12-17-2018
Liquor Industry Week In Review
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This Weeks Highlights:
New Products
Everything You Need to Know About Prosecco
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT CRÈME DE CASSIS, EXPLAINED
A new Grateful Dead beer is coming, and it’s brewed with granola
AND MORE!
Mimosas Deserve to Be Better Than ‘Bottomless’
Here are seven dos and don’ts for making excellent Mimosas.
It is possible to start a wine collection on a budget. Here’s how
Wine collecting can be fiercely competitive, but the good news is you do not need to spend a fortune to start putting away quality bottles for later years.
https://www.cnbc.com/2018/11/30/heres-how-to-start-a-wine-collection–on-a-budget.html
MyOeno Is A Scanner That Can Tell You About The Wine You’re Drinking
Dubbed MyOeno, this is a scanner that you can dip into the glass of wine that you’re drinking, and it will then be able to scan the contents of your wine to give you details about it, such as strengths, tannins, acidity, evolution, and so on
WE USE!!
https://www.ubergizmo.com/2018/12/myoeneo-wine-scanner/
Trinchero Expands Ménage à Trois Label
Lavish and Luscious are two new California-sourced red blends.
SPARKLER FROM COGNAC PERFUMED WITH SZECHUAN PEPPERCORNS
A sparkling French wine made with Chardonnay and Pinot Noir and enhanced with an edible perfume made from Damask rose petals and Szechuan peppercorns has been launched, forging a new category in sparkling wine.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2018/12/sparkler-from-cognac-perfumed-with-szechuan-peppercorns/
Critics’ “swirl, sniff, sip, spit” regime can shortchange overall taste perception
http://wineindustryinsight.com/?p=96168
Two Beer Brands Are Booming While Rest of U.S. Industry Goes Flat
Modelo and Michelob Ultra post strong growth even as consumers trade brews for wine and booze.
Synthetic wine is on its way
Anyone who doubts the possibility of this happening might like to cast their minds back to the 1980s when Swatch quartz watch movements surprised traditionalists by supplanting mechanical ones.
https://www.meininger.de/en/wine-business-international/synthetic-wine-its-way
Tannat or Not Tannat
Where to find the rich, tannic, unusual grapes is the question
http://www.oregonwinepress.com/tannat-or-not-tannat
VALLE REALE: THE MOUNTAIN WINE OF ABRUZZO
Valle Reale practices organic viticulture and non-interventionist winemaking. Their wines have a rustic elegance to them that reflects the mountainous regions of Abruzzo where they originate.
https://grapecollective.com/articles/valle-reale-the-mountain-wine-of-abruzzo
Chronobiology in the vineyard
Chronobiology refers to the periodic rhythms of organisms in response to solar or lunar cycles.
https://www.ciencia-e-vinho.com/2018/12/02/chronobiology-in-the-vineyard/
Can Brazil’s Wine Industry Capture an American Audience?
The South American nation’s wine industry has tripled in value over the past 10 years, and vintners see opportunity in the United States
https://www.winespectator.com/webfeature/show/id/Can-Brazil-Wine-Industry-Capture-American-Audience
14 THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT MAKER’S MARK BOURBON WHISKY
The brand helped create and define bourbon culture and style, and, in one instance, even set the pricing. Here are 14 things about Maker’s Mark you need to know.
THERE IS BACTERIA IN YOUR ICE AND ONLY WHISKEY CAN KILL IT
You might prefer not to think about it, but there are lots of bacteria in your cocktail on the rocks. Well, there are bacteria in the ice
How Breweries Are Leveraging Popular Spirits Brands
Beer makers are collaborating with distillers in new ways to capture the attention of spirits enthusiasts
THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO PAIRING ALTO ADIGE WINE WITH SOUPS & STEWS
Surviving a long, cold winter is all about mastering the art of getting cozy, starting with a hot meal and glass of wine.
THE SIX BIGGEST BEER PRODUCING COUNTRIES IN EUROPE
The UK imports more beer from both within and outside the EU than any other country in Europe, according to new data from The Brewers of Europe’s annual market report.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2018/12/the-6-biggest-beer-producing-countries-in-europe/
Everything You Need to Know About Prosecco
One of world’s greatest sparkling wines, Prosecco is more than just a Champagne alternative. Here’s your one-stop guide to northern Italian bubbles.
https://www.winemag.com/2018/12/04/everything-about-prosecco/
YOUR EXPERT GUIDE ON HOW TO TASTE WINE LIKE A PRO
So how do you begin?
http://thepress.sfchronicle.com/review/expert-guide-taste-wine-like-pro/
Basil Hayden’s debuts oldest Bourbon to date
Beam Suntory has released a limited edition 10-year-old Basil Hayden’s Bourbon – the brand’s oldest bottling to date.
https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2018/12/basil-haydens-debuts-oldest-bourbon-to-date/
MOVE OVER BLUE WINE: GREEN CANNABIS WINE IS NOW AVAILABLE ONLINE
Winabis is infused with Cannabidiol (CBD), a compound found in cannabis believed to be non-psychoactive, unlike Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) which is the principal psychoactive constituent of cannabis
KELLOGG’S LAUNCHES BEER MADE WITH REJECTED CORNFLAKES
The brewery used around 60kg of rejected cornflakes for the beer and 10p from each can purchased will be donated to food distribution charity FareShare.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2018/12/kelloggs-launches-beer-made-with-rejected-cornflakes/
ALTERNATIVE WINE CLOSURES A ‘GOOD FIT’ WITH HIGH END WINE, STUDY FINDS
The study, conducted at Mind Insights, a scientific marketing organization within the University of Louvain in Belgium, was designed to better understand consumer perception of its closures and gauge whether plant-based closures in high-end wine, specifically Vinvention’s bio-based Normacorc Reserva closure, which is partly made from renewable plant-based materials, is seen as inferior to cork.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2018/12/wine-closures-and-high-end-wine-a-good-fit/
A taste for terroir: the evolution of the Australian wine label
While we can tell the most about wine by drinking it, the door into this experience for bottled wine is the label.
https://theconversation.com/a-taste-for-terroir-the-evolution-of-the-australian-wine-label-102262
New wine app promises to revolutionise the wine industry
It said the My Wine Society app, which is free to download, is the first wine app where users can “interact, share, explore, and be rewarded” and will “revolutionise the wine industry using gamification”.
5 South American Grape Varieties On the Rise
From Béquignol to Vischoqueña, winemakers are embracing the continent’s lesser-known varieties
https://daily.sevenfifty.com/five-south-american-grape-varieties-on-the-rise/
Ripeness
Of all the issues at the heart of fine wine, perhaps one represents the crucial battleground: ripeness. To make good wine, ripe grapes are a prerequisite. But what exactly is ripeness? How is it defined? And when is ripe too ripe?
Air-oir on the Amalfi Coast
A life of heroic viticulture in southern Italy’s rugged paradise
https://www.winespectator.com/blogs/show/id/Cantine-Marisa-Cuomo-Italy-Amalfi-Coast-Wine
10 Things That Might Surprise You About Prohibition
It’s the 85th anniversary of the 21st Amendment. Remember that?
https://www.winespectator.com/blogs/show/id/10-Things-That-Might-Surprise-You-About-Prohibition
Enhancing Terroir with Biodynamics
Preserving Wine Identity Through Innovation
https://thenewgastronome.com/enhancing-terroir-with-biodynamics/
A new Grateful Dead beer is coming, and it’s brewed with granola
Dogfish Head, the acclaimed Delaware brewing operation, is partnering with iconic jam band the Grateful Dead. American Beauty, a pale ale brewed with granola and wildflower honey named after the band’s landmark 1970 LP.
How to Pair Wine With Oreos
Let’s get this out of the way: The correct drink to “pair” with an Oreo cookie (or six) is a glass of milk.
http://www.grubstreet.com/2018/12/oreo-wine-pairing.html
Tips for pairing food and wine when you’re dining out
Going out to eat is one of the great joys of being a foodie. But it can be even more exciting as a wine lover.
British Columbia’s Budding Wine Scene
It may surprise you that grapes survive and thrive in British Columbia’s climate. And they produce exceptional wines you’ll want to look out for.
https://www.winemag.com/2018/12/05/british-columbias-budding-wine-scene/
You’re Drinking Wine Wrong — Here’s How To Fix It
Riedel gives us the inside scoop.
http://www.lonny.com/See+It+Now/articles/wzC2Qx5R1-7/Drinking+Wine+Wrong+How+Fix
YOUR DRUNK AUNT WAS RIGHT: THE HOT TODDY IS THE CURE TO THE COMMON COLD
Instead of wasting your money wandering the aisles of your local pharmacy, trying every over the counter remedy you can get your hands on, head to your liquor store, grab a nice bottle of whiskey and make a hot toddy instead.
Kevin Zraly
Kevin Zraly is a legendary New York-based author and beloved, longtime wine instructor.
http://www.oregonwinepress.com/kevin-zraly
Can grocery store private label wine save cheap wine from itself?
Are U.S. retailers ready to sell quality private label wine like their European counterparts?
https://www.winecurmudgeon.com/can-grocery-store-private-label-wine-save-cheap-wine-from-itself/
The Absolute Best Way to Minimize a Hangover, According to a Doctor
Roughly 23 percent of people may be resistant to hangovers. For the other 77 percent of us, well, at least there’s black coffee, next-day bagel sandwiches, and lots of aspirin.
https://food52.com/blog/23457-how-to-drink-alcohol-without-getting-hungover-hangover-cures-prevent
How Prohibition Shaped American Wine Country
If Prohibition never happened, could Missouri have been Napa? We take an in-depth look at how the 18th amendment changed wine in the U.S., who survived, and how.
https://www.winemag.com/2018/12/05/prohibition-american-wine-country/
Music affects wine perception — Even among experts
Several recent studies have demonstrated that music can significantly influence the eating/drinking experience
https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/full/10.1002/fsn3.554
How low can you go?
What makes a wine worth drinking?
http://www.harpers.co.uk/news/fullstory.php/aid/24461/Tim_Atkin_MW:_How_low_can_you_go_.html
Do You Know About This Tuscan Fail Safe Practice?
Governo is a winemaking technique, which dates back to the fourteenth Century AD. Invented in the region of Tuscany, these selected grape aren’t only saved to help complete fermentation, but they may also help to stabilize the wine. Grapes are allowed to partially dry, not completely, though.
https://www.wine-blog.org/index.php/2018/12/05/do-you-know-about-this-tuscan-fail-safe-practice/
How one woman is turning Chinese wine into your next must-have drink
How Emma Gao is turning Chinese wine into your next must-have drink
2018 TOP VALUES From Wine Spectator
Top 100 values are out what we have:
89 $17 RODNEY STRONG Sauvignon Blanc Northern Sonoma Charlotte’s Home 2017 California This distinctive version opens with a smoky, toasty note that melts into marmalade, yuzu and pomelo flavors, with vibrant acidity.
88 $13 LOUIS LATOUR Chardonnay Ardèche Grand 2016 France Pretty, offering ripe pear and apple fruit inlaid with light toasted hazelnut and brioche notes, balanced by good acidity. —James Molesworth
90 $20 MAISON L’ENVOYÉ Pinot Noir Willamette Valley Straight Shooter 2016 Oregon Generous and lively, with raspberry and baking spice flavors that dance along the vibrant finish. —Tim Fish
90 $16 BODEGAS CAMPO VIEJO Rioja Reserva 2013Spain Lean, firm and focused, with cherry, tea, leafy, licorice and spice flavors. —Thomas Matthews
88 $13 DOMAINE STE. MICHELLE Brut Columbia Valley NV Washington Plump and zesty, this sparkler features easygoing flavors of pear and spice. —Tim Fish
88 $18 MICHELE CHIARLO Moscato d’Asti Nivole 2017 Italy Tea rose and spice notes lace the ripe nectarine and candied pink grapefruit peel flavors in this bright and balanced Moscato. —Alison Napjus
A COMPLETE INTRODUCTION TO THE WINES OF CHILE
Chile is one of the most unique countries in the world for making wine thanks to the diversity of its geography.
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT CRÈME DE CASSIS, EXPLAINED
Though it sounds like the kind of spirit you find stashed away in a dusty cabinet, crème de cassis deserves your attention
8 New California AVAs on the Horizon
What you need to know about the Golden State’s new appellations
Celebrate with Sparkling Wine Alternatives
Don’t get us wrong, we love bubbly, but sometimes you have to switch it up with alternatives like mead, cider, perry and brut beer.
https://www.winemag.com/2018/12/06/celebrate-sparkling-wine-alternatives/
How to Wrap a Wine Bottle Like a Pro
Never gift a naked bottle of bubbly again.
https://www.departures.com/lifestyle/how-to-wrap-wine-bottle-like-pro
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Liquor Industry News/Links 12-10-18
December 10, 2018
Liquor Industry News/Links
The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)
By: Mark C Lenzi
CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, IWS*
12-10-2018
Liquor Industry Week In Review
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This Weeks Highlights:
New Products
What Exactly Is Kosher Beer Anyway?
FIREBALL-SPIKED CUPCAKES ARE HERE TO LIGHT UP YOUR HOLIDAY SPREAD
How to Gift Wrap a Bottle of Wine
AND MORE!
How Big Is Italy
https://www.wanderingitaly.com/blog/article/1063/how-big-is-italy
How to name a wine: a look at different approaches
Apart from their brand identities, whether these be large or small in scale, and any collective appellations that designate a place of origin for a wine, be that on the scale of a country, a region, a county or a smaller geographical entity, wine producers still have to decide what to call each of the wines that they produce.
https://les5duvin.wordpress.com/2018/11/26/how-to-name-a-wine-a-look-at-different-approaches/
US wine drinkers defined in six segments
US drinkers are changing their behavior towards the wine category, the US Portraits 2018 from Wine Intelligence has revealed.
http://www.harpers.co.uk/news/fullstory.php/aid/24407/US_wine_drinkers_defined_in_six_segments.html
Wines $20 and under make up 51.1% of the market by value and all are growing.
Coffee’s bitterness is a natural warning system
It turns out that the more sensitive people are to the bitter taste of caffeine, the more coffee they drink
https://www.thecordovatimes.com/2018/11/25/coffees-bitterness-is-a-natural-warning-system/
A new association for Chianti Classico
Twenty-five local estates have joined to establish the San Casciano Classico Association, whose aim is the promotion and protection of winegrowing estates in the municipal area of San Casciano in Val di Pesa, in the Chianti Classico production zone.
https://www.meininger.de/en/wine-business-international/news/new-association-chianti-classico
Don’t Overlook Wines from the Abruzzo Region
Wine cooperatives dominate the Abruzzo region. This gives small growers more of a voice in policy decisions being made and allows them to focus on new opportunities and export.
https://hudsonvalleywinegoddess.com/dont-overlook-wines-from-the-abruzzo-region/
A New Era for U.S. Wine-Labeling Laws
Recent disputes find winemakers and legislators reconsidering America’s laissez-faire attitude toward veracity in wine labeling
https://daily.sevenfifty.com/a-new-era-for-u-s-wine-labeling-laws/
10 THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT SIERRA NEVADA BREWING
Now a household name among beer drinkers, Sierra Nevada Brewing was once a one-man show.
Big Wine Brands vs. Independent Wineries
Did you know that much of the wine we see at supermarket chains actually stem from just a handful of major brands? It’s true – and slightly shocking. Let’s take a closer look at the differences between big brands and independent wineries to uncover how where you shop really affects the wines you see and the bottles you bring home.
https://winefolly.com/tutorial/wine-brands-vs-independent-producers/
Everything You Need to Know About Merlot
Here are answers to all your burning questions about one of America’s favorite red wines.
https://www.winemag.com/2018/11/26/everything-you-need-to-know-about-merlot/
5 Questions You’re Too Scared to Ask a Wine Expert
Ah wine. Wine, wine, wine. What would we do without you and your grapey goodness?
The Hottest Trends in Italian Wine
The Tre Bicchieri tasting hosted by Gambero Rosso offer a snapshot of Italy and its wines.
https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2018/11/the-hottest-trends-in-italian-wine
Delicato Adds To Import Stable, Taking On Schmitt Söhne
California’s Delicato Family Vineyards is expanding its imported wine portfolio, adding Germany’s Schmitt Söhne to its range effective in January. Schmitt Söhne, which previously handled its own U.S. importing, is known for Riesling and includes its namesake flagship brand, as well as Relax Wines, Fünf Wines, and the Thomas Schmitt Private Collection. Delicato will also import luxury estate wines Bischöfliche Weinguter Trier, Schloss Vollrads, Friedrich-Wilhelm-Gymnasium, and Franz Keller, which are distributed but not owned by Schmitt Söhne. Overall, the Schmitt Söhne range totals about 700,000 cases in the U.S. Delicato’s import lineup also includes Chile’s Santa Rita, which joined the portfolio in April.
The Evolution of Three-Tier is Here:
Liberation Distribution (LibDib) and Republic National Distributing Company (RNDC) Form a New Partnership
100 Best Sonoma Wines 2018
Sonoma Magazine’s annual selection of the “Top 100 Wines of Sonoma” has been announced.
https://www.sonomamag.com/100-best-sonoma-wines-2018/
This Hidden Wine Region Is Putting the Midwest on the Wine Map
A little region best known for cherries, sprawling sand dunes, massive blue lakes, and bucolic scenery may just be America’s next great wine touring region.
ON THE ORIGINS OF CONSTANTIA
It’s time to introduce Constantia, the vast farm awarded to Cape commander Simon van der Stel on 13 July 1685, the sub-divisions of which go on to produce (historically) the southern hemisphere’s most famous wine, legendary sweet Constantia,
https://winemag.co.za/joanne-gibson-on-the-origins-of-constantia/comment-page-1/
11 THINGS YOU DIDN’T KNOW ABOUT PROSECCO
So before any of us makes our next Bellini (with Prosecco, ahem), let’s take some time to get to know the bubbles in the bottle.
This invention keeps bottled beer cold, did $1M in sales in 10 days and scored a million-dollar deal on ‘Shark Tank’
Bottlekeeper is a stainless steel bottle insulated with neoprene and padded so that it can hold a glass bottle, keep it cold and protect it from breaking if dropped.
This man was teased for his ‘beer belly.’ It turned out to be a 77-pound cancerous tumor.
At 300 pounds, he said, strangers had started to stare, and friends were cracking jokes about his “beer belly,” even though he said he rarely drank the beverage.
Diageo unveils Baileys-flavored baking ingredients
The baking chips, which are non-alcoholic, are available from Amazon and through select retailers, and will be rolled out across the US by Easter 2019.
https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2018/11/diageo-unveils-baileys-flavoured-baking-ingredients/
What is natural wine and does ‘natural’ mean that it’s healthier?
Isn’t all wine technically natural? Here’s the answer to that question, and a few more questions you might have about the newest trend for wine enthusiasts:
How wine corks are made – and why scientists are raising the alarm
In this 360 report, join us to see how wine corks are made and why scientists are worried about the future.
https://www.euronews.com/2018/11/26/how-wine-corks-are-made-and-why-scientists-are-raising-the-alarm
How to buy the right wine for someone special, according to 3 expert winemakers
We’ve all been there. A family member announces they can make it to Christmas lunch after all, or you realize a treasured friend’s big birthday is tomorrow and you haven’t yet got them a gift.
Surviving the Festive Season When It’s “Your Job” To Drink
Navigating wellness through the holiday season can trigger anxiety and stress responses in even the biggest tinsel-lover.
https://abalancedglass.com/30-days-of-discovery/2018/11/23/moderating-in-the-festive-season
How to name a wine: a look at different approaches
Apart from their brand identities, whether these be large or small in scale, and any collective appellations that designate a place of origin for a wine, be that on the scale of a country, a region, a county or a smaller geographical entity, wine producers still have to decide what to call each of the wines that they produce.
https://les5duvin.wordpress.com/2018/11/26/how-to-name-a-wine-a-look-at-different-approaches/
Let’s Talk About Sekt, Baby
Not many know Germany consumes more sparkling wine than any country on earth. Even less known are the exceptional bottles they make. Here’s your Sekt 101.
https://www.winemag.com/2018/11/27/lets-talk-about-sekt/
Finding its roots: Syrah’s success in New Zealand
While the country might be associated with Marlborough Sauvignon, New Zealand has much more to offer. Recently returned from the country, Amanda Barnes explains why Syrah is emerging as one of its most prized varieties, producing complex and cellar-worthy styles
https://blog.bbr.com/2018/11/24/finding-its-roots-syrahs-success-in-new-zealand/
The Growing Wine World: Everyone Wants In
Wine-drinkers live in all parts of the globe and the wine world needs to adapt.
https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2018/11/the-growing-wine-world-everyone-wants-in
The Ugly Truth About Wine Retailers
It’s common knowledge that wine wholesalers everywhere are genetically opposed to free trade and real consumer access to products.
https://fermentationwineblog.com/2018/11/the-ugly-truth-about-wine-retailers/
Select Board denies liquor license requests
The Needham Select Board found itself in a precarious situation back in October when two separate retailers- Volante Farms and Gordon’s Fine Wines and Liquors- requested a liquor license from the board when there was only one left to spare.
Following a month of deliberation, during which time members reviewed both applications and written input from the public, the Select Board voted on Tuesday to deny both of the applications in favor of reserving the license for future use.
http://needham.wickedlocal.com/news/20181128/select-board-denies-liquor-license-requests
Sip from a nip? Not in Chelsea MA
Chelsea MA this year became the first municipality in Massachusetts to ban the sale of the ubiquitous little liquor bottles, blaming them for contributing to public drunkenness in the downtown area it has worked hard to revive.
PUB BUILDS GIANT 20FT SNOWMAN OUT OF 2,000 WINE BOTTLES
The giant snowman stands alongside the pub’s gingerbread house display, first installed last year, which sees the 19th century inn covered in oversized sweets and treats made by two local artists.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2018/11/pub-builds-giant-20ft-snowman-out-of-2000-wine-bottles/
WHAT’S THE BIGGEST MISCONCEPTION ABOUT SPARKLING WINE?
From where to turn for bubbly bargains, to food pairing tips, we spoke with some of the country’s leading wine professionals about the biggest misconceptions surrounding sparkling wine.
Why Valpolicella Ripasso Is The Best Wine To Please A Crowd
Valpolicella Ripasso is often referred to as Baby Amarone
5 uses for all that leftover holiday party wine — both red and white
Whatever you do, don’t dump that sweet elixir! Here are five quick and easy uses for all that vino.
China’s Changing Taste in Wine
All told, red wine has over 80 percent of the market. Add that red is a lucky color and it essentially means all other wines are afterthoughts, right? Not necessarily.
https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2018/11/chinas-changing-taste-in-wine
Pairing Wine with Holiday Movies
Why are there so many holiday movies? Everyone rolls their eyes at most of them, there really aren’t that many good ones, and yet we continue to devour them.
https://www.pastemagazine.com/articles/2018/11/pairing-wine-with-holiday-movies.html
THIS IS WHY PROSECCO IS THE PERFECT BUBBLY FOR THE HOLIDAYS
When planning the drinks menu for your holiday gathering, the question arises: Should one serve Champagne? Sparkling cider? Seltzer-spiked cocktails? The best option, however, is something else entirely: Prosecco,!
We Have Many Types AND Levels In Stock!
The Differences Between Prosecco, Franciacorta, And Other Italian Bubbles, Explained
Here are the differences between Prosecco, Lambrusco, Franciacorta, Trentodoc, and Asti Spumante.
WHY WE ‘CHRISTEN’ SHIPS BY SMASHING BOTTLES OF CHAMPAGNE AGAINST THEIR HULLS
For as long as mankind has sailed the oceans, there’s been some form of ceremony to mark the launch of a new ship
Champagne Toe-sts: The Strange History of Drinking Bubbly From Women’s Shoes
The strange, once-popular practice is said to be of Russian origin, dating back to the late 19th century.
Oregon Cabernet on the rise
Internationally renowned for Pinot Noir, the quality of Oregon’s Cabernet Sauvignon has now reached “unprecedented levels,” according to several producers in the state.
http://www.harpers.co.uk/news/fullstory.php/aid/24431/Oregon_Cabernet_on_the_rise.html
Argentina’s top grape varieties: More Malbec and Syrah
The most important grape in Argentina is Malbec and it has doubled its acreage in the last 15 years. It has now 18% of the vine surface in the country. Syrah has also increased its acreage substantially.
https://www.bkwine.com/news/argentinas-top-grape-varieties-malbec-syrah/
The wine expert and liquor store owner has been selling for 47 years, sober for 33.
I know my wines. This is my specialty – the nose knows. If I have to, I swirl and spit. And I always spit.
One man spent a decade studying hangovers. He may have found a cure.
Forget death and taxes: Hangovers may be society’s most brutal equalizer.
Wine By Numbers: How Cathy Huyghe Created Big Data for the Wine Industry
The ability to crunch and analyze trillions of points of data has transformed so many consumer-facing industries: retail, fitness, even groceries. So why, Cathy Huyghe wondered, had it not impacted an industry she (and many of us) loved dearly: wine?
https://hypepotamus.com/people/cathy-huyghe/
How to Gift Wrap a Bottle of Wine
Stumped on how to wrap a bottle of wine you’re gifting for the holidays? We’ve got you covered with 3 creative ways to give your gift a personal touch.
https://video.winespectator.com/play/id/5852516410001/name/How_to_Gift_Wrap_a_Bottle_of_Wine
Is Copper Safe for Wine?
The European Union is considering severely limiting the use of copper sulfate to fight mildew in vineyards; organic farmers argue fungus will run rampant without it
https://www.winespectator.com/webfeature/show/id/Is-Copper-Safe-for-Wine
Syrah or Shiraz, what does it mean for price?
Syrah and Shiraz are made from the same variety of grapes but what you call the wine on the label has a big impact on the price, according to research by Charles Sturt University (CSU).
https://www.miragenews.com/syrah-or-shiraz-what-does-it-mean-for-price/
WU-TANG CLAN’S RAEKWON LAUNCHES LAMBRUSCO
As reported by Wine Spectator, the Wu-Tang Clan rapper has released Licataa Lambrusco in the US, which comes in a pale blue chrome bottle with an archer logo.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2018/11/wu-tang-clans-raekwon-launches-lambrusco/
CHAMPAGNE BOTTLE EXPLODES AS MAN TRIES TO SHOW-OFF SABERING SKILLS
A man was left red-faced after his attempt at sabrage didn’t exactly go to plan, with the bottle exploding all over him as he tried to remove the cork with a knife.
How to Pretend to Know Something About Wine This Holiday Season
And Other Wine-Related Tips from American Wine Expert and Former Playboy Columnist, Dan Dunn
The Legalities of Hosting a Drink Event
Lawyers and event planners share tips for reducing the risk of alcohol-related accidents and limiting liability
Do Wine Drinkers Really Trade Up?
It’s a more complicated question than you might think
FIREBALL-SPIKED CUPCAKES ARE HERE TO LIGHT UP YOUR HOLIDAY SPREAD
Fireball Cinnamon Whisky-dosed cupcakes are here, and all you have to do to make the dream come true is add Fireball to your cake batter.
What makes a wine vintage?
Knowing the differences between various vintages is of paramount importance to wine collectors
https://www.telegraph.co.uk/food-and-drink/wine/expert-guide/what-makes-a-vintage-wine/
What Exactly Is Kosher Beer Anyway?
When it comes to beer, though, the rules start to get a bit fuzzier.
https://oct.co/essays/kosher-beer-hanukkah-101
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Liquor Industry News/Links 12-03-18
December 3, 2018
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Bloody Marys Require Restraint
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INHALABLE ALCOHOLIC BALLOONS TO LAUNCH ON INDIEGOGO
Cloud Buzz is described as a “refreshing” way to enjoy shots of all spirits, served in specially designed balloons that are pressurized, and contain vaporized premixed spirits inside.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2018/11/inhalable-alcoholic-balloons-to-launch-on-indiegogo/
MEXICAN TEQUILA REGULATORS NOT A FAN OF ELON MUSK’S ‘TESLAQUILA’
As reported by Reuters, Mexico’s Tequila Regulatory Council (CRT) is worried the name will confuse consumers, as “‘Teslaquila’ evokes the word tequila … [and] tequila is a protected word.”
Bloody Marys Require Restraint
The Bloody Mary is the most inconsistently made cocktail
AB INBEV WANTS TO SELL YOU A KEURIG FOR PRE-MIXED COCKTAILS
Drinkworks, a joint venture between the single-serving coffee machine maker, and Anheuser-Busch InBev (AB InBev), announced a new pod-based drinks maker.
Is Less Really More for Wine Labels?
Wine labels have a habit of being dense and over-complicated.
https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2018/11/is-less-really-more-for-wine-labels
New Industry Podcast
Pernod Ricard has launched a new podcast highlighting happenings across its portfolio. The bi-weekly podcast will run every other Wednesday, hosted by Tavarus Hogans, Pernod’s manager of performance and learning, and will center on “Four Key Things To Know” each week, including timely, seasonal products in the portfolio alongside material on new-and-noteworthy launches.
Brands are clueless about what consumers think are important (And the consequences can be disastrous)
THE UNLAMENTED DISAPPEARANCE OF RAISIN BLANC
The chances are, of course, that at least 90% percent of Winemag’s readership have never heard of raisin blanc
https://winemag.co.za/tim-james-the-unlamented-disappearance-of-raisin-blanc/
Do You Know Verdicchio and Le Marche, Italy Are Quietly Famous?
Some might even say it’s a best kept secret, but I don’t mind letting this secret out of the bag…
https://www.wine-blog.org/index.php/2018/11/18/do-you-know-verdicchio/
Wine without grapes
For thousands of years, wine has been a product that has played a role in festivities, religious events and day to day life. While some of those wines have been made from other fruit sources, the majority have relied on the production of grapes. Could this be set to change?
https://www.ruralnewsgroup.co.nz/wine-grower/wg-general-news/wine-without-grapes
Wine Spectator Unveils The Top 100 Wines Of 2018
After revealing its Top 10 Wines of 2018 in a countdown last week, Wine Spectator has now published its full Top 100 Wines list for the year.
Each year, Wine Spectator editors survey the wines reviewed over the previous 12 months and select the Top 100, based on quality, value, availability, and excitement. This annual list honors successful wineries, regions, and vintages around the world.
For detailed profiles of the 2018 picks, check out the complete Top 100 Wines of 2018 package in the upcoming December 31, 2018, issue of Wine Spectator, which hits newsstands on December 4.
New Wine
Cooper & Thief Cellarmasters, part of the Constellation portfolio, has launched a new Cooper & Thief Cabernet Sauvignon ($60) that has aged six months in rye whiskey barrels from Constellation’s High West Distillery in Utah. This is the third entry in Cooper & Thief’s line of wines aged in spirits barrels, joining the Red Blend (primarily Merlot and Syrah) aged in ex-Bourbon barrels and Napa Valley Sauvignon Blanc aged in former Casa Noble Añejo Tequila barrels.
9 QUESTIONS ABOUT BEAUJOLAIS YOU’RE TOO EMBARRASSED TO ASK
Made from acidic and fruity Gamay, Beaujolais is lighter-bodied and lower-alcohol than most reds, and offers a (relatively) inexpensive alternative to similar styles from nearby Burgundy.
9 THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT TECATE
Tecate is more than a Mexican lager. The self-described “true champion of men” claims to provide legendary nights, lifelong memories, and an ideal grilling companion. It also, somehow, thinks it is the perfect light lager for ladies.
What Buyers Need to Know About Gose
A primer on the little-known sour beer style, which is seeing explosive growth in the American craft market
Feds shut down controversial Elouan wine labels
Wineries are forbidden from referring to specific Oregon winegrowing regions on their labels and marketing materials if the grapes are trucked from Oregon to California for production. All such wines are limited to using the word “Oregon” to describe their point of origin.
https://www.oregonlive.com/wine/index.ssf/2018/11/feds_lower_boom_on_controversi.html
THE ENTHUSIAST 100 OF 2018
The Enthusiast 100 is the apex of our yearly round-ups, offering an impressive collection that represents some of the top wines reviewed this year
https://www.winemag.com/toplists/enthusiast-top-100-wines-2018/
PORTUGAL RECORDS ‘LOWEST WINE PRODUCTION OF THE LAST TWO DECADES’
Reduction in yields was blamed on a heatwave in August and heavy rains that interrupted harvesting in October, as well as flash floods and storms in the Douro.
CHINA LAUNCHES ITS OWN WINE RATING SYSTEM
The Chinese wine rating system will use a scoring scale of 10 points, different from the more popular 100 point system favoured by critics such as Robert Parker and James Suckling
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2018/11/china-launches-its-own-wine-rating-system/
TOP WINE TRENDS FOR 2019
While a trend for veganism looks set to dominate the hospitality industry, will 2019 be the year it makes a significant mark on the drinks industry?
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2018/11/bibendum-top-wine-trends-for-2019/
How To Not Be A Boring Wine Person
How to not be boring, when it comes to all things wine for the holidays.
https://www.forbes.com/sites/cathyhuyghe/2018/11/20/how-to-not-be-a-boring-wine-person/#9c589cc7a6ef
Keep an eye out for unusual varietals
The U.S. wine culture, one of the world’s youngest, has relied on a few grapes for its table wines. Wine regions in many other areas make table wines from far more grape varieties than most Americans ever imagined.
https://www.pressdemocrat.com/lifestyle/8976220-181/berger-on-wine-keep-an
Top 10 Reasons Wine Lovers Can Be Thankful
Interesting read
https://fermentationwineblog.com/2018/11/top-10-reasons-wine-lovers-can-be-thankful/
The Best White Wines For Red Wine Drinkers
Wine drinkers often times pick a side: Team Red or Team White. Red enthusiasts, who make up 58% of the American population
https://www.thrillist.com/drink/nation/best-white-wines-for-red-wine-drinkers
Holiday Wine Pairing Guide
Sharing good food enriched with even better drink, the holidays seem to make their own memories.
https://www.modernrestaurantmanagement.com/holiday-wine-pairing-guide-infographic/
7 Things You Didn’t Know About Costco’s Wine
Here are seven things I learned about Costco’s wine. Did you know these things?
https://www.thekitchn.com/costco-wine-secrets-shopping-tips-262993
The 18 wine regions of Oregon, from green valleys to the high desert
When we talk about Oregon wine country, we are typically speaking about one place: the Willamette Valley.
Top 100 Aromas in Wine – A to Z
This is, for a large part, why many wine lovers, winos and amateurs think wine is one of the finest and most-interesting foods out there! —
http://socialvignerons.com/2018/05/08/top-100-aromas-in-wine-a-to-z/#prettyPhoto
Is Your Wine Collection Insured? Probably Not!
On average, the value of the wine cellars of self-described wine connoisseurs is between $50,000 and $100,000. The total value of collectible wines and spirits in private hands has been estimated to be between $5 and $10 billion. Less than 10% of those collections are insured.
Organic wine market set to grow dramatically over next five years
According to Reuters, sales of organic wine are forecast to top 1 billion bottles by 2022, up from 676 million last year and nearly three times the 349 million bottles sold in 2012.
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Liquor Industry News/Links 11-26-18
November 26, 2018
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11-26-2018
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THE 10 MOST POPULAR BEER BRANDS IN THE WORLD (2018)
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HESTON REVEALS TRICK TO MAKE WINE TASTE BETTER
He told the Australian paper that the trick to making any wine taste better is to picture someone “you love dearly” while you’re sipping it. To test the theory, he said you should then take another sip while thinking of someone you actively dislike.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2018/11/heston-reveals-trick-to-make-wine-taste-better/
TUSSOCK JUMPER BRINGS ‘WINE TO LIFE’ WITH APP
Just scan the front label, and the animal will come to life to tell the consumer about the product in an accent reflecting the source country of the wine.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2018/11/tussock-jumper-brings-wine-to-life-with-app/
Beer and American Patriotism are Inseparable Thanks to WWII
As anyone who has ever watched any sports broadcast can attest, nothing is more American than beer.
The Next Wave of Sustainability in Wine
Winemakers discuss three ways to take environmental efforts to new heights
Pabst says MillerCoors is trying to put it out of business
Pabst needs 4 million to 4.5 million barrels brewed annually and claims MillerCoors is its only option
https://m.sfgate.com/news/us/article/Pabst-says-MillerCoors-is-trying-to-put-it-out-of-13381917.php
Diageo to sell 19 brands to focus on premium ones
The company has agreed to long-term supply contracts with Sazerac for five of the brands for 10 years.
https://www.marketwatch.com/story/diageo-to-sell-19-brands-to-focus-on-premium-ones-2018-11-12
DOES GALLO PRODUCE 1% OF THE WORLD’S WINE?
By comparison, Coca-Cola owns about 50% of the global soft drinks market, while Anheuser-Busch have a 28% share of the global beer market.
https://www.richardhemmingmw.com/blog/does-gallo-produce-1-of-the-worlds-wine
You don’t drink the same wine at home
Wine is situational. Wine doesn’t exist outside of a drinking experience, and that experience is part of our perception of wine.
http://www.wineanorak.com/wineblog/uncategorized/you-dont-drink-the-same-wine-at-home
WINE VERSUS FOOD
For the last 8,000 years, wine’s closest companion has been food. Indeed, the two are so close that they are often thought of as inseparable.
https://winespeed.com/blog/2018/11/wine-versus-food-in-surprising-and-important-ways/
THE TOP 10 BEST WINERIES IN THE WORLD FOR TOURISTS
Best Of Wine Tourism awards, we bring you the top 10 best wineries in the world for tourists.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2018/11/the-top-10-best-wineries-in-the-world-for-tourists/
Nebbiolo – The King of Piedmont’s Wine Grapes
Let’s look at the major production zones for Nebbiolo in Piemonte.
What Is the Difference Between Natural and Organic Wine?
If you’re struggling to understand the difference between the two, you’re not alone.
https://www.chowhound.com/food-news/211458/what-is-the-difference-between-natural-and-organic-wine/
MyOeno Scans Your Wine for a Simplified Selection
The average American consumes nearly 3 gallons of wine per year, and a new device from France is revamping how Americans choose its wine by delivering enology to the smartphone.
https://scopeweekly.com/2018/11/12/myoeno-scans-your-wine-for-a-simplified-selection/
Should You Smell the Cork When Opening Wine? Always.
Smelling the cork after opening a bottle can seem like a relic of the past. But you’re making a huge mistake if you skip this step in evaluating wine.
https://www.winemag.com/2018/11/12/smelling-wine-cork-when-open-wine/
Winery Websites Must Comply With The Americans With Disability Act, But How?
Under Title III of the federal ADA law, businesses open to the public are required to provide individuals with disabilities full and equal access to “goods, services, facilities and accommodations.”
How Many Wine Grape Varieties Exist?
Complexity of wine grape prime names as well as synonyms is truly a result of history:
https://jamesthewineguy.wordpress.com/2018/11/12/how-many-wine-grape-varieties-exist-james-melendez/
THE 10 MOST POPULAR BEER BRANDS IN THE WORLD (2018)
This year’s list of top-ranking beers, based on 2017 sales, is similar to last year’sresults, with a few key changes.
SMIRNOFF MADE VODKA-FILLED ORNAMENTS SO YOUR CHRISTMAS TREE CAN GET LIT
The holiday season is fast-approaching and Smirnoff is helping you, and your Christmas tree, get lit this year with its newly-released vodka-filled ornaments.
The U.S. buys almost 1/3 of all European wine exports — #1 in the world
You can’t copyright taste, EU court says in setback for food industry
Unlike a literary, pictorial, cinematographic or musical work, the taste of a food product cannot be identified with precision and objectivity, judges said.
https://www.reuters.com/article/us-eu-copyright-netherlands-food-idUSKCN1NI1IN
Trump right and wrong on ‘French’ wine tariffs
Trump went after France on several fronts in tweets Tuesday, including blasting tariffs on its emblematic wine.
https://www.mercedsunstar.com/news/business/article221613485.html#storylink=cpy
Why You Should Reconsider Sekt
New designations from Austria and Germany are pushing forward the quality of this undervalued sparkling wine category
https://daily.sevenfifty.com/why-you-should-reconsider-sekt/
Is Wine Gluten-Free?
A handy guide for celiac sufferers, dieters and the gluten intolerant
Lamplighter brewed up a Harry Potter-themed beer
Professor Lupulin apparates to Cambridge MA
https://www.boston.com/culture/beer/2018/11/14/lamplighter-brewed-up-a-harry-potter-themed-beer
The new Tide box looks like boxed wine, and the internet is freaking out
Tide’s new Eco-Box detergent container looks like a box of Franzia.
https://www.today.com/home/new-tide-eco-box-looks-boxed-wine-franzia-t141999
GUINNESS RELEASES ITS FIRST-EVER BARREL-AGED STOUT
According to an announcement from Diageo, parent company of both Guinness and Bulleit, the beer is brewed at the Guinness brewery in Dublin, then aged for eight months in Bulleit bourbon barrels in Baltimore.
Going for a checkup? You may be screened for alcohol use
Screening and counseling for unhealthy alcohol use could become part of a standard doctor’s visit, according to the United States Preventive Services Task Force.
http://www.latimes.com/newsletters/ny-news-screening-alcohol-use-20181113-story.html
Scientific study into Barbera d’Asti launched
A scientific study has been launched into the plant phytochemistry and the sensorial characteristics of Italian wine Barbera d’Asti.
High-Priced Red Blends Hot in DtC DtC shipments up 22%, U.S. wine sales rise 5% in latest Wine Industry Metrics report
https://www.winesandvines.com/news/article/206144/High-Priced-Red-Blends-Hot-in-DtC
In the Red Zone: Drew Bledsoe Builds New Walla Walla Winery
The former NFL star and Doubleback vintner told us his plans for the snazzy new 14,000-square-foot facility.
IN STOCK
Study: More people drink alcohol in darker, colder climates
Researchers at the University of Pittsburgh have confirmed, by studying global data, that it’s true around the world: Climate and drinking patterns are inversely related, meaning the warmer and sunnier the climate, the less people drink alcohol.
Thinking outside the wine barrel: 1000 Stories creator Bob Blue talks bourbon barrel-aged Zinfandel
When I first started out as a winemaker, wine barrels were not widely available and American oak barrels were for whisky, not wine. So we ended up purchasing used bourbon barrels, which we then neutralized.
First lady of champagne: The extraordinary woman behind Veuve Clicquot
The French champagne house takes its name (which translates as “Widow Clicquot”) from an extraordinary, pioneering lady who overcame unimaginable hurdles to transform Veuve Clicquot into one of the world’s most sought-after fine wines.
https://www.cnn.com/travel/article/veuve-clicquot/index.html
Could the Finger Lakes be the next Napa Valley for whites?
The Finger Lakes were named the “Best Wine Region in the United States” by national daily USA Today. Around 130 wineries strive to turn the spotlight on a region where admittedly the climate can be harsh, but whose potential for growing top Rieslings is undeniable.
https://www.vitisphere.com/news-88537-Could-the-Finger-Lakes-be-the-next-Napa-Valley-for-whites.htm
Wine grape vineyards on the road to recovery after debilitating drought
The South African wine industry expects at this early stage that the 2019 wine grape crop will return to normal levels in most regions thanks to good rainfall hot on the heels of a three year-long drought. The Klein Karoo however, is still experiencing a serious water shortage.
https://news.wine.co.za/News.aspx?NEWSID=33861&CLIENTID=&SPOTLIGHTID=
Tenuta San Guido Bolgheri-Sassicaia Sassicaia 2015 Named Wine Spectator’s #1 Wine of the Year
The Top 10 list is now available on top100.winespectator.com, with the full Top 100 list to be revealed on Monday, November 19.
Wine Spectator Top 10 Does Not Represent the American Drinker
When I was a retailer this list made customers go crazy, they would scramble for the wines, and call every day from around America to see what we have in stock. As a retailer we did not like the list because:
https://www.wineindustryadvisor.com/2018/11/16/top-10-does-not-represent-american-drinker
Crémant: the party fizz to replace prosecco
It’s the sparkling wine alternative that won’t break the bank
https://www.theguardian.com/food/2018/nov/16/prosecco-wine-cava-cremant-fiona-beckett
THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO PAIRING ALTO ADIGE WINE WITH SOUPS & STEWS
Surviving a long, cold winter is all about mastering the art of getting cozy, starting with a hot meal and glass of wine
https://vinepair.com/articles/the-complete-guide-to-pairing-alto-adige-wine-with-soups-stews/
Cheap wine is terrible and other wine myths debunked
Here are five fallacies you may have heard and why each one is dead wrong.
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Liquor Industry News/Links 11-19-18
November 19, 2018
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11-19-2018
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The 16-oz. Beer Can: A Cold One That’s a Hot One
It’s Time to Pay Attention to New Hampshire Wine
Calvados: The Apple Of A Brandy Drinker’s Eye
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Go ahead and laugh at the wine and egg diet
A real thing, the diet has been exhumed from the pages of Vogue, circa 1977, and is making the viral rounds.
JAMESSUCKLING.COM’S WINE OF THE YEAR AND TOP 100 WINES OF 2018
We hope you enjoy this year’s Top 100
https://www.jamessuckling.com/wine-tasting-reports/top-100-2018/
Holiday Patron
Patrón Tequila has debuted a new large-size, limited release bottle for its Silver Tequila ahead of the holiday season. Decorated with a white and green ribbon design, the new one-liter bottling features a metal label and a metallic stopper, both engraved with the signature Patrón bee. The 2018 Limited Edition 1-Liter Patrón Silver Tequila is available nationwide, retail priced at $70 a 750-ml. Bacardi fully acquired Patrón Spirits back in May, in a transaction that valued the company at around $5.1 billion.
Handle Old Fashioneds With Care
Tips and tricks for making excellent Old Fashioneds. Here is everything you need to know.
Wine, Consumers and the Court
There is no other category of consumer whose day to day commercial habits are more impacted by politics than wine consumers
https://fermentationwineblog.com/2018/11/wine-consumers-and-the-court/
10 THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT OPUS ONE WINERY
Launched in 1979, when interest in Napa winemaking was still nascent, Opus One is an ambitious joint venture between two of the world’s most esteemed winemaking figures.
https://vinepair.com/articles/opus-one-best-napa-winery/
How many grape clones are there per variety?
The number of clones is often related to the genetic mutation rate of the variety.
http://winegourd.blogspot.com/2018/11/how-many-grape-clones-are-there-per.html
More Prestigious California Vineyards Get SIP Certified in 2018
Jackson Family Wines and Scheid Family Wines Certify Additional Acreage the Wine Industry’s Premier Sustainability Organization
https://www.wineindustryadvisor.com/2018/11/05/california-vineyards-sip-certified-2018
How to Pair Wine With Barbecue
There are bottles that can amplify the smoky, fatty greatness of perfect brisket or a rack of tender ribs. It’s true: Barbecue is great, but wine — specifically Côte-Rôtie from the Rhône Valley of France — can make it even better.
http://www.grubstreet.com/2018/11/the-best-wine-to-drink-with-bbq.html
WHAT IS BRIX IN WINE (AND BEER)?
The ability to calculate sugar levels in a liquid, such as grape must or a wort, allows winemakers and brewers to calculate what its alcohol content will be after fermentation.
https://vinepair.com/articles/what-brix-wine-beer-sugar/
This Lexus concept car is a wine tasting room on wheels
Lexus’ ES 350 concept car is a luxury wine tasting room and 3.5-litre engine sports car rolled into one.
https://www.wineland.co.za/this-lexus-concept-car-is-a-wine-tasting-room-on-wheels/
New Coppola
Francis Ford Coppola Winery has introduced Apocalypse Now Red Blend in celebration of the namesake film’s 40th anniversary. A blend of Sonoma County-sourced Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah, and Malbec, the new wine features a label that, when scanned by a smartphone, reveals rare videos related to the production of Apocalypse Now, including commentary from director Francis Ford Coppola. The 2015 Apocalypse Now Red Blend ($30 a 750-ml.) is a limited edition offering that will be available online and at the Francis Ford Coppola Winery tasting room in Geyserville, California starting November 10.
Exploring Ancient Alchemy and Remote Terrain to Find France’s Best-Kept Wine Secret
Four hundred years before Portugal began producing Port, an alchemist in France discovered the method, known as mutage, of creating fortified wines.
Reinventing the Humble Beer Keg
The biggest change in storing lagers since the 1950s means tap beers taste fresher than ever.
Why You Should Get to Know Chinese Wine
China isn’t the first place you probably think of when searching for quality wine, but Moët Hennessy and Maxence Dulou are trying to change that.
https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/ao-yun-luxury-chinese-wine/
The Science of Esters in Wine
Wine experts discuss what differentiates esters from other aroma compounds
https://daily.sevenfifty.com/the-science-of-esters-in-wine/
Domestic Sparkling Wine Finds Its Identity
Winemakers on both coasts of the U.S. describe their processes in producing méthode champenoise wine
https://www.winesandvines.com/features/article/205385/Domestic-Sparkling-Wine-Finds-Its-Identity
Bubbles! The physics of champagne
Popping a cork at a big celebration sets off a gloriously complex train of events. Phil Dooley explains.
https://cosmosmagazine.com/physics/bubbles-the-physics-of-champagne
Wine Appreciation: connoisseurship or snobbery?
We don’t have to venture far these days to realize that all is not well in the world of wine criticism.
http://www.worldoffinewine.com/news/wine-appreciation-connoisseurship-or-snobbery-6830173
Courts Take a Closer Look at Wine Shipping
A wave of surprising legal judgments has been unfolding over the past couple of months relating to the US three-tier wine sales system
https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2018/11/courts-take-a-closer-look-at-wine-shipping
New Zealand now 16th largest global wine producer
Italy has been the largest wine producer since 2015 when it overtook France, now in second place. Spain is in third place, while Australia maintains its fifth position.
https://www.therealreview.com/2018/11/07/new-zealand-now-16th-largest-global-wine-producer/
Saka Wines Launches World’s First Cannabis-Infused Alcohol-Removed Sparkling Brut and Still Rose’ Wines From Napa Valley
Wines are blended with a proprietary formulation of tasteless, odorless water-soluble ratio of THC and CBD derived from organic craft cannabis and powered by cutting edge technology. The first infused beverages of their kind, Saka promises to deliver a truly elevated infused experience.
How good company can make any wine taste good
The main objective of almost any wine is giving pleasure. And we can’t assist a wine’s manifest destiny unless we give it a chance to prove its worth by providing it a proper setting.
https://www.pressdemocrat.com/lifestyle/8916189-181/berger-on-wine-enjoying-wine?sba=AAS
WHAT HAPPENS WHEN YOU TREAT MAKING TEQUILA LIKE CHAMPAGNE
The answer is a surprising blend of technical innovation and centuries-old craft
https://www.saveur.com/volcan-tequila-distillery
Calvados: The Apple Of A Brandy Drinker’s Eye
There are no wine appellations in Normandy. Grapes, revered elsewhere in France, are an afterthought in this region that stretches out into the English Channel on France’s northwest coast, about a two hour drive from Paris.
https://vinous.com/articles/calvados-the-apple-of-a-brandy-drinker-s-eye-nov-2018
CORONA BOTTLE EXPLODES ‘LIKE HAND GRENADE,’ INJURES CALIFORNIA MAN
This happens because of too much sugar, bottling too early, or excess carbonation.
If You Buy Organic Wine, You May Be Funding Far More Soil Damage
Interesting look at copper sulfate, a fungicide certified by organic marketing groups.
What Does “Natural” Mean for German Wine?
Among the world’s most environmentally conscious nations, Germany boasts a long history of organic farming.
https://punchdrink.com/articles/german-natural-wine-riesling-pet-nat/
Local Cider News
Massachusetts’ Artifact Cider Project has partnered with the Massachusetts Beverage Alliance to expand distribution across the state. The cidery, which produces a range of dry ciders sourced from Northeastern orchards, has grown from 500 cases in 2014 to a projected 40,000 cases from the 2018 harvest. In addition, the company will be moving to a new location in the Pioneer Valley and plans to open a new production facility with a taproom in 2019. Artifact’s ciders are available in 16-ounce cans and on draft in six states.
Mastering the Mis-interpreted Merlot
Experts gather to discuss the growing Merlot market
https://www.winesandvines.com/news/article/205698/Mastering-the-Mis-interpreted-Merlot
Why Younger Consumers Are Cause for Concern in Alcoholic Beverages Category
Now, as Generation Z comes of age and millennials continue to wield extraordinary spending power, convenience store retailers need to begin looking at their impact on the beer cave.
https://csnews.com/why-younger-consumers-are-cause-concern-alcoholic-beverages-category
60% of Millennials are likely to buy private-label beverages
The Champagne of Beers’ Will Come in Champagne Bottles for the Holiday Season
The suggested retail price is just $3.49—or significantly cheaper than most champagnes.
https://www.foodandwine.com/beer/miller-high-life-champagne-bottles
Saving America’s Indigenous Wine Grapes
The U.S. is home to a preponderance of the world’s indigenous grapes species and yet, only a few producers vinify choice heritage vines into quality wine.
https://www.winemag.com/2018/11/07/americas-indigenous-wine-grapes/
Who Are Wine Tourists
There are, of course, studies and surveys of the visitors and why they come. I think you can break them down like this.
http://wineinsonoma.blogspot.com/2018/11/who-are-wine-tourists.html
WHERE DO RESTAURANT INSIDERS TURN FOR INSPIRATION?
ITALIAN WINES. HERE’S WHY.
https://vinepair.com/articles/where-do-restaurant-insiders-turn-for-inspiration/
It’s Time to Pay Attention to New Hampshire Wine
Don’t think of New Hampshire as wine country? A number of pioneering producers have turned to local grapes, fruits and honey to craft unique offerings.
https://www.winemag.com/2018/11/08/new-hampshire-wine/
Why Is It So Hard to Be a Mom in the Wine Business?
The cards are stacked against us, but we can work toward change
The Science Behind Why “Low Alcohol” Wine Matters for Your Health
Alcohol is one of the most controversial topics health and wellness practitioners must navigate. Frequently, readers of this blog ask if alcohol consumption can be a part of a healthy lifestyle — my answer is, it depends.
https://www.drperlmutter.com/low-alcohol-wine/
New Mondavi Plan Upsets Some Locals
Despite the passing of its two iconic founding brothers – Robert and Peter – and the sale of the Robert Mondavi Winery in 2004, the current and third generation of Mondavi family members continues to show a keen interest in the wine business.
https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2018/11/new-mondavi-plan-upsets-some-locals
The 16-oz. Beer Can: A Cold One That’s a Hot One
Something nebulous about the slightly larger size signals high quality and high taste — with high sales to match.
https://www.nytimes.com/2018/11/08/business/wendy-macnaughton-16-oz-beer-can.html
Prince Charles drives a car that (sorta) runs on white wine
The Aston Martin in question was in fact modified to run on a fuel called E85, which is a mixture of bioethanol and petrol. Bioethanol, a biofuel and fuel additive, can be derived from a huge number of sources – including, but not limited to, waste biomass such as surplus wine…
https://thetakeout.com/prince-charles-aston-martin-sorta-runs-on-white-wine-1830340937
The Rise of Private Wine Labels
Top restaurateurs turn to their own bottlings for a unique selling point.
https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2018/11/the-rise-of-private-wine-labels
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QUIZ: DO YOU DRINK LIKE A DEMOCRAT OR A REPUBLICAN?
Find out which political party your drinking preferences most closely align with, according to polling data.
Why don’t all beer bottles have screw caps?
The main reason breweries don’t use twist-offs is because they’re not as reliable a seal.
https://thetakeout.com/why-don-t-all-beer-bottles-have-screw-caps-1830000744
Italy’s wine industry is being tested by the effects of climate change in its vineyards
In a region celebrated for the prosecco and pinot grigio it ships around the world, Italy’s particularly sensitive white wine grapes have become a telltale of even gradual temperature increases — a climate slipping from ideal to nearly ideal.
Why Is Chardonnay Still America’s Best-selling Wine?
It’s the Mayonnaise of Wines: The Blockbuster Beverage You Won’t Admit You Love
http://nymag.com/intelligencer/2018/10/why-is-chardonnay-still-americas-best-selling-wine.html
If it’s not organic, it’s not natural wine
Adding sulphur (Sulphur dioxide, SO2) to wine is standard practice in winemaking. Its main function is to inhibit or kill unwanted yeasts and bacteria, and to protect wine from oxidation.
https://citymag.indaily.com.au/habits/plate-and-cup/not-organic-not-natural-wine/
Carménère, the unexpected gift from Chile
This distinctive grape emerged on the scene almost by stealth
How the subscription economy will impact wine
So how does the wine industry fit into the subscription economy?
https://www.meininger.de/en/wine-business-international/how-subscription-economy-will-impact-wine
How to source wine from my birth year
How would I go about sourcing wine from my birth year,
https://community.thewinesociety.com/t/how-to-source-wine-from-my-birth-year/4017
New York Wineries Sued over Website Accessibility for Visually Impaired
Lawsuits accuse wineries like Long Island’s Wölffer Estate of violating the Americans with Disabilities Act
https://www.winespectator.com/webfeature/show/id/New-York-Wineries-Sued-over-Website-Accessibility
The Winery that Cried Wolf on Cork
A Napa producer started a lawsuit over corks but then went strangely quiet.
https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2018/10/the-winery-that-cried-wolf-on-cork
California brandy is better than ever.
Will consumers notice?
Why millennials prefer cannabis to booze:
‘Zero enjoyment out of drinking’ (and pot’s cheaper, too)
https://www.marketwatch.com/story/millennials-appear-to-like-cannabis-more-than-booze-2018-09-26
Budweiser and Bud Light’s downward spirals continues as millennials ditch beer
Budweiser and Bud Light’s battle to win over Americans continues.
https://www.businessinsider.com/budweiser-bud-lights-downward-spiral-continues-2018-10
Pepper your wine with rotundone: yes, but until when?
This oxygenated sesquiterpene still relatively little studied across the world, is responsible for pepper aroma in grapes and wine
https://www.ciencia-e-vinho.com/2018/10/28/pepper-your-wine-with-rotundone-yes-but-until-when/
Got a thing for spirits? What about geography?
Put your combined skills to the test by guessing the origins of each of these renowned spirits brands.
The Inevitable Rise of Cult Napa Wines
WHAT IS A “CULT” WINE?
11 THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT CIGAR CITY BREWING
Cigar City Brewing launched in Tampa, Fla., in 2009 and swiftly became a cult favorite
14 things you didn’t know about the history of beer
You probably don’t think about it every time you crack open a cold one, but beer is one of the oldest bedrocks of human civilization, brewed all over the world for longer than recorded history.
The Trouble with Cellaring Wine
Drinking a well-aged vintage is a great joy. But when you cellar away the perfect wine, does the right moment to open it ever really come?
https://www.winemag.com/2018/10/29/trouble-with-cellaring-wine/
How to Find Cheap White Wine That Doesn’t Suck
Shopping at a smaller store means that the cheaper options are more curated—if a store has limited space, they want to make sure they offer quality options at a variety of prices.
https://skillet.lifehacker.com/how-to-find-cheap-white-wine-that-doesnt-suck-1830029232
13 Gifts Any Wine Lover Will Appreciate
We all have at least one friend or family member with a serious love of wine.
https://www.housebeautiful.com/shopping/g24415972/wine-lover-gifts/
TOP 100 CELLAR SELECTIONS OF 2018
Each year, of the roughly 23,000 wines reviewed, only a portion (close to 4%) are designated Cellar Selections
https://www.winemag.com/toplists/top-100-cellar-selections-2018/
Wineries Seek Exclusive Appellations
Certain wineries are taking the plunge to create their own appellations exclusive only to them
https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2018/10/wineries-seek-exclusive-appellations
There’s a Wine Theme Park in France
This 80 million euro conglomerate attracts travelers from all over the world who want to sample 800 varieties of wine from 70 different countries
Napa Vineyard Worker Killed By Grape-Harvesting Machine
A Napa vineyard worker was killed in an accident involving a grape harvesting machine
‘UNCRUSHABLE’ IS A MOVIE THAT SHOULD NEVER HAVE BEEN MADE
apturing the most intimate moments of despair and heroism during the 2017 wildfires, celebrity chef Tyler Florence’s ‘Uncrushable’ looks unflinchingly at a cross-section of Sonoma and Napa disaster survivors bonded by loss.
https://www.sonomamag.com/biteclub/uncrushable-is-a-movie-that-should-never-have-been-made/
Wineries to Watch 2018
Here are some of the new producers we discovered in our tastings in 2018, as well as a few established growers who surprised us with their latest releases. Watch for these 14 names in the year ahead.
https://www.wineandspiritsmagazine.com/news/entry/wineries-to-watch-2018
Making Big Data Work for Wine
The vast majority of wine consumers have low or minimal engagement, but that engagement grows as they become more enthusiastic about wine.
https://www.wineindustryadvisor.com/2018/10/30/making-big-data-work-for-wine
Uncovering Blind Spots to Differentiate Your Brand
How can business owners use balanced passion and confidence to capitalize on opportunities and address the needs their brand requires for success?
https://www.wineindustryadvisor.com/2018/10/30/uncovering-blind-spots-differentiate-brand
Erasing Montepulciano confusion
If you want to argue that the world of fine wine is never confusing, you should probably avert your eyes from Vino Nobile di Montepulciano and Montepulciano d’Abruzzo.
http://wineloverspage.com/2018/10/montepulciano-confusion/
BREWERS ASSOCIATION MAY CHANGE ITS DEFINITION OF CRAFT BEER
American trade group the Brewers Association has informed its members of proposed changes to its official definition of ‘craft beer’ as it considers dropping one of its three current requirements.
Prosecco Pie Exists, Thanksgiving Is Saved
Have you ever found yourself eating dessert and thinking, “This is delicious, but it lacks sparkling wine?” Well, you are in luck.
https://www.foodandwine.com/news/prosecco-pie-exists
The Beer Renaissance Gets A Documentary
A new documentary from director Douglas Triola, Brewmaster, attempts to capture this moment in American beer culture.
Do women and men have measurably different relationships with wine?
The answer: yes, but not as much as you might think
https://www.wineintelligence.com/equal-sometimes-different/
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT BEER CHEESE, INCLUDING HOW TO MAKE IT
Basically, beer cheese can be whatever you want it to be, is almost guaranteed to be delicious, and it only takes 10 to 15 minutes to make
https://vinepair.com/articles/beer-cheese-best-recipe/
100% ALUMINIUM RESEALABLE DRINKS CAN DEVELOPED
A Texas-based tech firm has launched a resealable drinks can called SipNShut in response to consumer demand, which it hopes will disrupt the canned drinks market.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2018/11/resealable-drinks-can-developed/
The Realist’s Guide to Keto Wines
What makes a great keto wine?
A Wine And Food Lover’s Guide To Galicia, Spain
The northwest corner of Spain inundates the senses with splendor.
Imagine no more wine headaches
Can gadgets help?
Francis Ford Coppola Launches Cannabis Product
The Grower’s Series by Francis Ford Coppola is a cannabis lifestyle brand
https://www.winebusiness.com/news/?go=getArticle&dataid=205390
Scientific research reveals why wine ratings and recommendations fail so often
Everyone has a different sense of smell. Taste is mostly determined by smell.
http://wineindustryinsight.com/?p=95497
Inventor Develops an Alcohol Bottle and Bong
“I drink and smoke and thought it would be a good idea to combine the two together,” said an inventor from Round Rock, Texas
What the people who do wine lists still don’t understand about restaurant wine pricing
Not enough people who put together wine lists understand that pricing is more important than anything else.
Who is spending the most on alcohol? Biggest drinkers appear to be in western US
People in the United States are drinking more, and some are spending a bigger share of their income on alcohol.
Start-up to launch ‘world’s first’ cannabis-infused gin
Australian start-up The Cannabis Company is set to release what it claims is the world’s first gin distilled using cannabis oils.
https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2018/11/start-up-to-launch-worlds-first-cannabis-infused-gin/
BOOMING CHINESE WINE MARKET SPAWNS BULK SPECIALISTS
China’s bullish demand for wine has spawned a growing industry of bulk wine business that specialise in creating commercial wines specially tailored for the Chinese market.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2018/11/booming-chinese-wine-market-spawns-bulk-specialists/
Wine Fest Drone Show Ends in Wine Fest Drones Crashing Out of Sky
Huge LED formations of fanciful wine bottles and Champagne flutes lighting up the sky in a drone show over Victoria Harbor at last week’s Hong Kong Wine and Dine Festival. But the show, and 46 drones, came to an abrupt end when said drones unexpectedly made a plummet-out-of-the-sky formation into the water. Authorities are now investigating what went wrong.
https://www.winespectator.com/webfeature/show/id/Wine-Fest-Drone-Show-Crash-Hong-Kong-Unfiltered
Farmer’s wine guide — the basics and beyond
Where does one start on their journey to becoming a wine pro?
https://www.agdaily.com/crops/farmers-wine-guide-basics-beyond/
GUIDE TO HOSTING THANKSGIVING
We’re here to help guide you from cocktail hour to dessert, including innovative side dishes, wine pairing tips and tasty options for your main course.
https://www.winemag.com/thanksgiving-hosting-guide/
How Moldova is fast putting itself on the world wine map
Moldova has more vines per capita than anywhere else in the world – over 7% of arable land and 4% of total land – with wine accounting for anything up to one quarter of foreign currency earnings; historically, Russia has accounted for some 95% of wine exports.
http://www.the-buyer.net/insight/moldova-world-wine-map/
62% of Americans spend $8 to $15 for a bottle of wine (Only 6% for $21+)
What do wine drinkers want?
Wine drinkers want mostly simple things. Why is that too much to ask?
https://www.winecurmudgeon.com/what-do-wine-drinkers-want/
Prosecco Ponderings — Paying More For Less
Now wait…wasn’t there a Prosecco shortage?
https://spitbucket.net/2018/11/01/prosecco-ponderings-paying-more-for-less/
Wine Appreciation: connoisseurship or snobbery?
We don’t have to venture far these days to realize that all is not well in the world of wine criticism.
http://www.worldoffinewine.com/news/wine-appreciation-connoisseurship-or-snobbery-6830173
Keys to success selling wine in the US -What’s IN and what’s OUT?
Wine knowledge is important but it’s nowhere near enough. Put down the wine glass, pick up a calculator. This is a BUSINESS!
NEW VIEW ON ROMAN TEXT REWRITES WINE-MAKING HISTORY
How exactly did agricultural innovations spread in the ancient world?
https://www.futurity.org/ancient-romans-food-wine-technology-1902032/
Napa County formulating new rules for winery rule-breakers
A winery might be entitled to make a maximum of 20,000 gallons annually of wine and be caught making 30,000 gallons. It would then have to stick with 20,000 gallons for a year before the county would consider a higher number.
What Makes a Wine Expensive?
There’s more to what makes a wine expensive than just the materials that made the wine. Sure, a $100 wine is much more expensive to make than a $10 wine. But is there such a big gap between a $100 wine and a $100,000 wine? What makes the world’s most expensive wines so expensive?
https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2018/11/what-makes-a-wine-expensive
Jerry Bell Jr. on Making Films About Winemakers of Color
Filmmaker Jerry Bell Jr. discusses learning about wine and the inspiration behind his film “Red, White & Black: An Oregon Wine Story.”
https://www.winemag.com/2018/11/02/jerry-bell-jr-making-films-about-black-winemakers/
Why isn’t wine bottled in recycled glass?
While some wine bottles are indeed made from recycled glass, it’s true that many are not, and the production of a new glass bottle is responsible for a large part of a bottle of wine’s carbon footprint. The good news is that glass is recyclable, and in the Netherlands, more than 90 percent of glass containers end up being recycled. That’s far more than here in the U.S., where various agencies report that only about a quarter to a third of our glass containers are recycled. America needs to do a better job of going Dutch!
One of the reasons that wine bottles in particular are sometimes not recycled is because they’re often dyed green or brown, and they need to be sorted by color, if not by the consumer then by the recycling facility. Additionally, glass is heavy, and that makes transporting it to sometimes-far-away recycling facilities expensive if not cost-prohibitive.
After being collected, glass bottles are crushed and ground into what’s called “cullet,” and this ground glass is sold back to glass manufacturers to be melted into new products, including new bottles. “New” glass can contain as much as 70 percent cullet.
For more insight, I spoke to Sarah Bar, project manager at Gallo Glass Company (founded in 1958 by vintners Ernest and Julio Gallo). Gallo Glass is the largest consumer of recycled glass in California, purchasing more than 30 percent of all the glass recycled in the state, and Bar says that on average, the bottles for E.&J. Gallo’s wines are made from about 50 percent recycled glass. “Any time I can talk about recycling, I’m a happy camper,” she said.
She explained that glass manufacturers actually prefer to use recycled glass. Cullet not only requires less energy to melt, but melting it also generates fewer emissions. “Once you melt that recycled bottle for the first time, we no longer release the emissions from raw materials,” Bar explained. “So the more we use recycled bottles, the better the impact on the environment.”
—Dr. Vinny
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South Africa Signs Wine Labeling Protocol
The protocol further defines aspects relating to alcohol tolerance, vintage, variety and wine regions.
https://allafrica.com/stories/201810210058.html
Reasons Why Non Wine Consumers Avoid Wine
States With Legal Marijuana Have a Higher Rate of Car Accidents, Study Says
Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, said that car accidents reported to police in three states that had legalized marijuana sales—Colorado, Washington, and Oregon—saw 5.2% more accidents than did their neighboring states.
http://fortune.com/2018/10/18/legal-marijuana-car-accidents-study/
A New Wave of Umami Wines Blooms Under Flor
New World winemakers are utilizing the yeast layer to create savory, unfortified wines that reference Old World regions
https://daily.sevenfifty.com/a-new-wave-of-umami-wines-blooms-under-flor/
REAL PROSECCO CAN HAVE A LONGER SHELF LIFE THAN CHAMPAGNE
Prosecco can outlive Champagne was only true for high-quality Prosecco Superiore DOCG
This Baja wine region is the Napa Valley of Mexico
Mexico’s wine capital is just an hour south of Tijuana in valleys around Ensenada, and it produces nearly 90 percent of the country’s wines.
Here’s why you should never put vodka in the freezer, according to the creator of Grey Goose
If the vodka you’re drinking is cheap and low-quality then keeping it at such low temperatures will hide any “aggressive, burning notes,”
https://www.businessinsider.com/why-you-should-never-put-vodka-in-the-freezer-2018-10
The Best Beers to Pair With Snickers, Twix, & Other Halloween Candy
Who knew brown ale paired so well with Snickers?
What a 6-pack of beer cost the year you were born
The average change in price paid by consumers over time for goods and services is measured by a figure called the Consumer Price Index. The US Bureau of Labor Statistics has tracked the CPI for beer, ale, and other malt beverages since the 1950s.
https://www.thisisinsider.com/beer-cost-every-year-2018-10
CONSTELLATION BRANDS RUMOURED TO BE SELLING OFF US WINE BRANDS
US-based drinks giant Constellation Brands is reported to be considering the sale of some of its US wine brands, having announced a public offering of US$2.15 billion senior notes yesterday in order to help finance its $4 billion investment in cannabis company Canopy Growth.
SEVEN THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT SOUTHERN COMFORT
Born in the Big Easy, and a favorite of rock royalty like Janis Joplin, Southern Comfort is a spirit that wears many hats
White Blends, The Elegant, Great-Value Wines No One Talks About
According to Nielsen data, both domestic and international white blends accounted for just 1.7 percent of U.S. wine sales in 2017.
Women lack confidence in their knowledge of wine despite knowing as much as men, report finds
The report showed women were more likely than men to have an interest in buying ethical and sustainable wine and were more likely to purchase vintages made by female winemakers when this was brought to their attention.
Wine’s origin might affect acceptable price more than taste study shows
Taste might have less to do with what consumers are willing to pay for wine than you think.
https://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2018-10/wsu-wom102218.php
The powerful allure of drinking wine that’s older than you: why is it so appealing?
There is no other agricultural product that we allow to age so long. Can you imagine slathering your sandwich with 30-year-old mayonnaise?
https://dobianchi.com/2018/10/22/oldest-wine-in-the-world/
West Cork And Castle Island Partner
Ireland’s West Cork Distillers has partnered with Massachusetts brewer Castle Island Brewing Co. on a new limited edition whiskey. Aged up to eight months in barrels that first held West Cork Bourbon Cask Irish Whiskey and later matured Castle Island Imperial Stout, Export Stout Cask Finish is a limited edition blend of 75% grain and 25% malt. 3,900 bottles of the new whiskey are available across the northeastern U.S., retail priced at $30 a 750-ml. Boston-based importer M.S. Walker handles West Cork in the U.S.
THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO PAIRING CHILEAN WINE AND BARBECUE
It’s been said that drinking wine goes best with a good meal. And in Chile, it’s been said that drinking wine goes best with a good meal from the grill.
https://vinepair.com/articles/chile-wine-barbecue-pairing-guide/
Why You Should Drink Great Wine With Bad Halloween Candy
Think Madeira
http://www.grubstreet.com/2018/10/the-best-wine-to-drink-with-halloween-candy.html
10 Wine-Infused Treats to Sweeten Your Day
From Merlot-soaked cheese to Chianti salami, Prosecco ice cream and Chandon donuts, here are 10 ways you can have your wine and eat it too.
https://www.winemag.com/2018/10/23/treats-eat-wine-foods/
“Wine Hair” Is the Best Way for Brunettes to Rock Deep Purple This Fall
Wine hair is officially a thing, people, and it’s making us want to indulge in a glass, like, yesterday.
https://www.allure.com/story/wine-purple-hair-color-trend
Where do you get your beer education?
And there are now plenty of beer bloggers, websites and even apps where one can gather information on new beers, styles, and trends.
https://www.masslive.com/entertainment/index.ssf/2018/10/beer_nut_where_do_you_get_your.html
Data shows Boston beer drinkers have an affinity for craft brews
According to stats from alcohol delivery company Drizly, majority of beer sales in Boston come from craft. In fact, Boston has the second highest percentage of beer sales from craft brewers on Drizly’s platform, behind only Seattle.
BOMBAY SAPPHIRE LAUNCHES EDIBLE PAINT FOR GIN AND TONIC
Bacardi-owned gin brand Bombay Sapphire has launched an edible blue paint which can be used both to colour glasses and also release flavour in gin and tonics.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2018/10/bombay-sapphire-launches-edible-paint-for-gin-and-tonic/
10 AMERICAN WINERIES WITH HAUNTED HISTORIES
Wine and storytelling are often entwined. Winemakers spin yarns about a noble relative who planted the family plot centuries earlier, while sommeliers rave about the magical quality of sea breezes.
How much a pint of beer costs around the world
If you’re looking to save money on beer while you’re traveling abroad, you might want to avoid some of these cities.
https://www.businessinsider.com/price-of-beer-around-the-world-2018-10
Nine MA Liquor Stores to Appeal License Commission’s ‘nip’ Ban
“The Board’s action in prohibiting the sale of containers of spirits of 100mL or less and imposing a voluntary ban on containers priced below $3 is a modification of the liquor license within state law,” read the complaint.
Do you think towns should ban what sizes of liquor are sold?
http://chelsearecord.com/2018/10/24/nine-liquor-stores-to-appeal-license-commissions-nip-ban/
26 new grape varieties identified in Bío Bío
A research project into old vines in southern Chile has identified 26 new varieties, previously unknown in the world, and over 60 ‘uncommon’ varieties growing in Bío Bío.
https://www.decanter.com/wine-news/26-new-grape-varieties-identified-in-bio-bio-403396/#xKtzg9cVoghivMcu.99
Three wine adulterations
This is about the addition of a substance to wine and has nothing to do with extra-marital affairs.
https://www.therealreview.com/2018/10/25/three-wine-adulterations/
Your Guide to Drinking Wine Through the Zombie Apocalypse
The undead are at the gates, but you’re safe inside your cellar. Here’s your guide on which bottles to drink and which to save for bartering.
https://www.winemag.com/2018/10/24/drinking-wine-zombie-apocalypse/
Colour Me Wine From Marks & Spencer Lets You Draw On The Bottle While You Drink It
In an increasingly chaotic world, it’s often the little things that can help you relax — things like coloring in a beautiful design, or spending time with friends, or sipping a nice glass of wine.
A Guide to Finding Affordable Wines for Entertaining
It’s hard to know what to bring to the season’s many gatherings. Here are the W.E. editors go-to affordable bottles that are sure crowd-pleasers.
https://www.winemag.com/2018/10/25/affordable-wines-for-entertaining/
The hidden figures behind the Judgment of Paris
Many retellings of California wine’s most popular myth omit the women who made the Judgment of Paris happen
Sopexa’s world trends: which varieties and countries are most in demand
Which country’s wines feature most prominently on global wine lists, what varietals are most in demand, and what trends are likely to emerge in the next two years?
THE RESULTS IN FULL FROM THE MALBEC MASTERS 2018
If you want to know who’s making delicious Malbec right across the price spectrum, then read on – our results will surprise you, especially this year’s top scorer…
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2018/10/the-results-in-full-from-the-malbec-masters-2018/
You CAN drink away your troubles, study says
Alcohol affects a gene making your brain forget the bad times and only remember the good ones
A Guide to Southern Oregon Wine
What you need to know about the AVAs, wines, and producers that are propelling this up-and-coming wine region
66% of wine drinkers find wine descriptions unhelpful in choosing wine. Only 9% rely on critics
How to Properly Design a Wine List
When we talk about the design of a wine list, what is it that we’re talking about?
http://www.vinography.com/archives/2018/10/how_to_properly_design_a_wine_.html
Just because I’m learning it doesn’t mean I’m stupid
Most introduction to wine books are deeply unsatisfying. Why?
It’s because when people try to take the role of educator, they forget that many of their readers are actually quite smart. In many cases, the educator is dealing with people who are significantly smarter than they are.
http://www.wineanorak.com/wineblog/uncategorized/just-because-im-learning-it-doesnt-mean-im-stupid
THE PRICE OF A BEER AT EVERY NFL FOOTBALL STADIUM IN 2018
Pats Fans Know it’s a 16oz beer not 20oz
The key to making your wine last longer after it’s open: Just buy a good wine
A strong, healthy wine will not only survive a few days after opening, but might even improve.
The Best Wines for Cooking and How to Use Them
Never put in your dish what you wouldn’t put in your glass. Here’s your guide to the best styles of wine for cooking, and recipes to get you started.
https://www.winemag.com/gallery/best-wines-cooking/
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Liquor Industry News/Links 10-29-18
October 29, 2018
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10-29-2018
Liquor Industry Week In Review
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This Weeks Highlights:
New Products
The Ultimate Guide To Pairing Halloween Candy With Wine
BEER PAIRINGS FOR AMERICA’S 10 FAVORITE PIZZAS
Top five drinking dos and don’ts
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ELON MUSK ANNOUNCES BID TO PRODUCE TESLA-BRANDED TEQUILA
Entrepreneur and CEO of electric car and solar power company Tesla, Elon Musk, has revealed his company has filed an application to trademark ‘Teslaquila’, meaning that what was originally an April Fool’s prank could become a reality.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2018/10/elon-musk-announces-bid-to-produce-tesla-branded-tequila/
PROSECCO DRINKERS ‘DON’T CARE’ IF IT’S DOC OR DOCG
During a masterclass in London last month, Stefano Ferrante, head winemaker at leading Italian sparkling wine producer Zonin1821, told attendees that most Prosecco drinkers ‘don’t care’ if the fizz is DOC or DOCG.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2018/10/prosecco-drinkers-dont-care-if-its-doc-or-docg/
FRENCH-CHINESE WINE LAB CREATED TO TACKLE CLIMATE CHANGE
A new research lab has been set up by China and France that will enable 30 researchers and scientists to look into the creation of new grape varieties that are better adapted to climate change.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2018/10/french-chinese-wine-lab-created-to-tackle-climate-change/
Faust or Faustini: who gets to be Napa Valley wine?
Huneeus Vintners, owners of the Napa brand Faust, wants to take her name away from her.
West Coast Wineries Are Refusing Grape Orders and Farmers Are Unhappy
Three wine companies have refused fruit from their grapegrowers, citing wildfire smoke; but the growers question whether that’s hot air
https://www.winespectator.com/webfeature/show/id/West-Coast-Wineries-Are-Refusing-Grape-Orders
The world’s largest wine companies look tiny compared with the overall global market
How aware are wine drinkers of wine regions?
How can we expect the average wine drinker to know where their wines come from? It turns out that we can’t. Even awareness of the names of wine regions is very poor amongst the average wine drinker.
http://winegourd.blogspot.com/2018/10/how-aware-are-wine-drinkers-of-wine.html
The Wine Workers We Don’t See
German scholars write about the exploitation of migrants to Italy in the Arab spring.
https://www.thestreet.com/lifestyle/food-drink/the-wine-workers-we-don-t-see-14743573
UPGRADE YOUR OREOS WITH BOOZY FILLINGS
By swapping the one-note vodka for some legitimately amazing alcohol and pairing each spirit with more appropriate filling flavors and cookie varieties, you can have a treat that satisfies your sweet tooth and your liquor-loving palate, too.
https://www.liquor.com/articles/upgrade-your-oreos-with-boozy-fillings/
Chianti 101
THE DIFFERENCES BETWEEN CHIANTI, CHIANTI CLASSICO, CHIANTI CLASSICO RISERVA AND CHIANTI CLASSICO GRAN SELEZIONE
Why Are New England IPAs So Expensive?
The same factors that make New England IPAs (NEIPAs) popular also contribute to their higher price points.
Why Wine Lovers Need to Give Mead Another Look
Learn why grape purists should take a chance on the original honey wine.
https://www.winemag.com/2018/10/15/mead-honey-wine/
Selecting A Wine Merchant – 5 Core Principles
If there is one main requirement for wine bliss as a consumer, it is finding a wine shop you can trust.
https://vintnerproject.com/learn/selecting-a-wine-merchant-5-core-principles/
Navigating the Changing Landscape of Wine Publicity
Good publicists know the writer, but more importantly, know who their audience is and what appeals to them. They pitch what’s relevant, and that’s the way it’s always worked,
https://www.wineindustryadvisor.com/2018/10/16/navigating-changing-landscape-wine-publicity
How to Chill Beer: 5 Ways to Frost Your Ale and Lager
Get a frosty brew in as little as 30 seconds!
Big-box liquor store gets Braintree MA board’s OK despite opposition
The transfer was opposed by a citizens’ group calling itself No to Big Box Liquors Braintree and other liquor retailers who said Total would be the size of all the town’s other retailers combined and would be a threat to local small businesses.
The “threat to local stores” fight NEVER works
Johnnie Walker launches first 50-year-old whisky
Diageo has unveiled the 50-year-old John Walker Masters’ Edition, made using whiskies from distilleries that existed during the lifetime of the Johnnie Walker brand founder.
https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2018/10/johnnie-walker-launches-first-50-year-old-whisky/
Top five drinking dos and don’ts
The rules of drinking etiquette vary from place to place, with some countries maintaining superstitions around eye contact and crossing your arms. Here’s a list of the drinking dos and don’ts from around the globe.
https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2018/10/top-five-drinking-dos-and-donts/
Do prestigious wine ‘Master Sommeliers’ really matter?
A “master” title is like an Oscar: The recipient makes twice as much money, has his or her choice of jobs, and enjoys lavish travel paid for by vineyards.
https://nypost.com/2018/10/16/do-prestigious-wine-master-sommeliers-really-matter/
The only two master sommeliers in Massachusetts respond to a wine world scandal
Follow these guidelines when searching for a $10 bottle of wine
Most in this category tend to be over-oaked, too sweet, or simply something out of a wine factory with no soul or distinction, but, if you follow some guidelines, you will find quality bargains, and the suggestions apply to wines in the $10-15 range, too.
Raise A Glass To Salmon Safe Wine
SALMON-SAFE HAS CERTIFIED OVER 350 VINEYARDS ACROSS THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST FOR MORE THAN TWENTY YEARS
https://salmonsafe.org/salmon-safe-wine/
U.S. Wine Sales Led by Value Increases
Direct-to-consumer (DtC) shipments posted the strongest growth in September, driven by the arrival of the cooler weather that invites shipping.
https://www.winesandvines.com/news/article/204651/US-Wine-Sales-Led-by-Value-Increases
World wine output falls to 60-year low
Production remained nearly stable in the United States, the world’s fourth largest producer, and China, which has become the world’s seventh largest wine producer behind Australia and Argentina.
Big Wine Brands’ Bizarre Beginnings
The greatest wines seem to come from an inordinate amount of blood, sweat and tears.
https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2018/10/big-wine-brands-bizarre-beginnings
Vermont leads nation in per capita craft breweries
Wine has room to grow in small formats
More millennials are drinking wine, looking for high-end options with low price tags. And on demand online grocery shopping is causing brands to rethink their brick-and-mortar strategy.
https://www.beveragedaily.com/Article/2018/10/17/Wine-has-room-to-grow-in-small-formats
The Truth Behind Your Favorite Wines
Even the savviest drinker may not know how many wines, like Cabernet Sauvignon, are actually made from grape crosses and hybrids. Here’s your guide.
https://www.winemag.com/2018/10/16/truth-behind-wine-grape-crosses-hybrids/
Does wildlife = great wine?
Everything in our existence is marketed, right?
http://www.swigpr.com/does-wildlife-great-wine/
THERE’S MILLER LITE, MGD, AND MILLER HIGH LIFE. WHY IS THERE NO MILLER BEER?
Referred to by some as Miller Red Label, the beer was introduced in 1996.
The 10 Commandments of Wine
If there were 10 commandments of wine what would they be? Do you already follow the most important principles to know about wine? Find out.
5 Secret Wine Regions You’ve Probably Never Heard Of
Many of the world’s best wine regions are popular vacation spots in their own right: California, France, South Africa, and New Zealand. But there are still some undiscovered, award-winning wine regions with hidden treasures like “floating” vineyards and castle wineries—and fewer tipsy tourists.
https://www.smartertravel.com/secret-wine-regions/
The Winery That Fits in a Closet
What if you could make wine by putting grapes in a bag and pushing a button? Meet the GOfermentor, an automated, spill-proof, kitchen-size vino machine.
SO LONG, BEER GOGGLES. HELLO, VR WINE GOGGLES
Users donned headsets in specially designed rooms, equipped with wind machines and scented sprays, which activated based on their headset activity.
https://www.ozy.com/fast-forward/so-long-beer-goggles-hello-vr-wine-goggles/89484
Brut IPA: The Best New Thing in Beer or Passing Fad?
The latest phenomenon in American craft brewing’s seemingly never-ending love affair with the India Pale Ale.
https://oct.co/essays/what-is-brut-ipa?utm_source=oct_nl_
Cutting through the wine store clutter
Picking a wine in a well-stocked store can be overwhelming.
https://www.sfgate.com/news/article/Cutting-through-the-wine-store-clutter-13315626.php
WHAT IF YOU COULD PAIR YOUR FAVOURITE SONG WITH WINE?
A study has paired the sound of music with the taste of wine, to further enhance the wine’s flavor.
Cava: More than just Spanish Champagne
The champagne phenomenon was the inspiration behind Spanish cava.
https://www.bworldonline.com/cava-more-than-just-spanish-champagne/
Why You Shouldn’t Call Sparkling Wine ‘Champagne’
Americans have a habit of attributing brand names to generic products.
https://www.forbes.com/sites/courtneyschiessl/2018/10/18/champagne-sparkling-wine-difference/amp/
Wine Nots; A Gift to Red Wine Drinkers
A sweet tart, fizzing away the red wine stains on your teeth
https://www.wineindustryadvisor.com/2018/10/18/wine-nots-gift-red-wine-drinkers
New Package for Matchbook Estate Wines
The new label is recognizably Matchbook, with a modern twist.
https://www.wineindustryadvisor.com/2018/10/17/new-package-matchbook-estate-wines
10 CHAMPAGNE FACTS TO IMPRESS YOUR FRIENDS WITH
Did you know it has been scientifically proven that Champagne bubbles have a distinctive sound?
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2018/10/10-champagne-facts-to-impress-your-friends-with/
BEER PAIRINGS FOR AMERICA’S 10 FAVORITE PIZZAS
There’s something extra satisfying about cracking open the perfect brew with your favorite pizza.
The most dangerous wine closure in the world
Watch this video, and you’ll understand how dangerous corks are
https://www.winecurmudgeon.com/corks-the-most-dangerous-wine-closure-in-the-world/
The Ultimate Guide To Pairing Halloween Candy With Wine
Too old for trick or treating? Don’t despair — one of the best parts of being an adult in October is putting a 21+ spin on Halloween traditions.
Ways to make cheaper wines taste more expensive
There are a few ways that wine consumers can improve the flavor and character of less expensive wines without sacrificing affordability.
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Liquor Industry News/Links 10-22-18
October 22, 2018
Liquor Industry News/Links
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By: Mark C Lenzi
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10-22-2018
Liquor Industry Week In Review
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This Weeks Highlights:
New Products
Artificially produced wine: fad or the future of the food industry?
How the Tequila Boom Could Go Bust
Why the Majority of Beer Drinkers Would Pay Over $1 More per Six-Pack
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The Dirty Secret Ruining Your Draft Beer
In some cases, maybe beer really does taste better from the tap — but only if the draft lines are clean.
https://vinepair.com/articles/dirty-draft-lines-ruin-beer/
Cîroc unveils black raspberry-flavored vodka
Diageo has expanded its ultra-premium Cîroc vodka line with the release of a new limited edition flavor – Cîroc Black Raspberry.
https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2018/10/ciroc-unveils-black-raspberry-flavoured-vodka/
This is why you should always decant your wine — Champagne included
Everyone is afraid that if you decant Champagne that you lose the bubbles
https://www.businessinsider.com/why-you-should-decant-wine-champagne-2018-10
The bourbanization of wine
Today, some US retailers offer more bourbon-barrel-aged Californian wines than bottles from South Africa or Portugal.
https://www.meininger.de/en/wine-business-international/bourbanization-of-wine
Rhode Island Wine and Waterfalls
Guiding the reader through a day trip through Rhode Island that included a little hiking, several waterfalls, and various vineyards along the way
https://winedowntastings.wordpress.com/2018/10/08/rhode-island-wine-and-waterfalls/amp/
Augmented Reality for Wine: Past, Present & Future
With Treasury, Gallo, and other wine producers launching their own augmented reality wine apps, it’s worth reviewing the evolution of this digital marketing tactic within the wine industry and what to expect in the future.
https://medium.com/@rickbreslin/augmented-reality-for-wine-past-present-future-244172e563c1
Give artificial taste and olfactory intelligence for automatic wine analysis
Electronic olfactory system constructed with a model nose was proposed for the first time to mimic the biological olfactory mechanism as early as in 1982
IWA launches major drive against fake Irish whiskey
The Irish Whiskey Association (IWA) has “ramped up” its efforts to combat the sale of counterfeit Irish whiskey globally.
https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2018/10/iwa-launches-major-drive-against-fake-irish-whiskey/
WHAT TO LOOK FOR IN SOUTH AFRICA
Anyone with even a passing interest in wine not interested in looking at what South Africa is producing today needs their head examined.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2018/10/what-to-look-for-in-south-africa/
The Key to Mastering Martinis Is Finding Your Balance
Martinis can intimidate otherwise confident home bartenders. After all, drinks without a lot of ingredients hide even fewer flaws.
How to Find Expensive Wine That’s Worth It
There’s a lot that goes into determining a wine’s price. Sure, money doesn’t grow on vines, but there can be big differences between a $10 bottle and a $50 bottle.
https://skillet.lifehacker.com/how-to-find-expensive-wine-thats-worth-it-1829554238
New Research Study Highlights Motivational Differences of Wine Consumers by Generation
Baby Boomers, Generation X, and Millennials – researchers have been studying how the differences between these generations impact their wine purchase decisions.
https://www.wineindustryadvisor.com/2018/10/08/new-study-motivational-wine-consumers-generation
California Wineries will be allowed to post photos to social media ahead of special events
The bill was introduced to update tied-house rules that prohibited alcohol producers from posting photos of a venue hosting a special wine tasting event. Posting a photo of such a venue was prohibited advertising – an illegal gift of “something of value” to the retailer under “tied-house” rules.
https://www.winebusiness.com/news/?go=getArticle&dataid=204372
What are dry-hopped vs. wet-hopped IPAs?
You pick up two IPAs at your local bottle shop. One boasts that it’s “dry-hopped.” The other proclaims itself “wet-hopped.” What’s the difference?
Is the Prosecco Boom Sustainable?
Is the Prosecco boom sustainable? Or is it a bubble that’s eventually going to pop?
https://wineeconomist.com/2018/10/09/prosecco-3/
Jim Murray’s Whisky Bible 2019 winners
Whisky expert Jim Murray has revealed the ‘world’s best whisky’ in his Whisky Bible 2019. Here are the expressions that have secured the top accolades.
https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2018/10/jim-murrays-whisky-bible-2019-winners/
Jack Daniel’s creates whiskey advent calendar
The calendar will launch on 19 November through supermarket Asda, and will also be available to purchase from mid-November online via the Jack Store at an RRP of £60 (US$79).
https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2018/10/jack-daniels-creates-whiskey-advent-calendar/
MS TASTING RESULTS INVALIDATED
The Court of Master Sommeliers, Americas has moved to invalidate the results of the tasting portion of this year’s Diploma Examination after “clear evidence” an existing MS revealed the wines that were to be tasted in advance.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2018/10/ms-tasting-results-invalidated/
A Technology Company’s New Way To Gather Data For Wine Marketing
Great story in Forbes about Quini.
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What Really Happens as Wine Ages?
We know some wines get better with time. But what’s actually happening inside your bottle as wine ages, and how does it change what you taste?
https://www.winemag.com/2018/10/09/what-happens-wine-ages/
Is the World Ready for the ‘Screwcork?’
The twistable take on a cork is about to reach a new market.
https://www.foodandwine.com/news/helix-screwcorks-wine
With cheap wine, you get what you pay for
The U.S. three-tier wine distribution system must accommodate three groups — winery, wholesaler, retailer, and that’s not counting something for the grape farmer. You really must cut corners to put the product on the shelf for $5.
America’s 26 Top Selling Beers
https://247wallst.com/special-report/2018/10/09/americas-26-top-selling-beers/2/
Why the Majority of Beer Drinkers Would Pay Over $1 More per Six-Pack
Turns out a lot of environmentally-conscious drinkers would be happy to pay significantly more for their brews according to a new study, assuming those beers are produced in a more sustainable manner.
https://www.foodandwine.com/news/sustainable-beer-survey
PRESERVING ACIDITY IS ‘THE BIGGEST ISSUE IN CHAMPAGNE’
While growers in Champagne have historically struggled to ripen their grapes, the biggest challenge facing the region today is preserving acidity levels, according to one family-owned house.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2018/10/preserving-acidity-is-the-biggest-issue-in-champagne/
When Talking About Wine, You Have to Read the Room
Is it time to change the way we talk about wine?
https://vinepair.com/articles/when-talking-about-wine-you-have-to-read-the-room/
What makes a wine organic, sustainable, biodynamic or natural?
Consumers looking to be conscientious may find little help from labels or certification.
We Know All About This!
Check Out Our Selections
http://www.startribune.com/what-makes-a-wine-organic-sustainable-biodynamic-or-natural/496636171/
LeBron James lets his kids drink wine—would you?
I know many of the arguments on both sides. Kids in France have wine with lunch. Letting kids drink early helps de-mystify alcohol, hopefully taking some of the prohibited fun aspect away from drinking.
https://thetakeout.com/lebron-james-lets-his-kids-drink-wine-would-you-1829653761
Eight Wines for Pumpkin Spice Lovers
Notes of cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger and clove, a.k.a pumpkin spice, are found in wines from Washington State Chardonnay to Alsace Pinot Noir.
https://www.winemag.com/2018/10/10/pumpkin-spice-wine/
Investigation of California wine labeled as Oregonian
Sen. Merkely has asked the federal government to investigate whether copper cane broke the law in labeling it’s wine with Oregon names despite being processed in California.
Why Chablis is the Purest Chardonnay
Easily influenced by winemaking techniques and terroir, Chardonnay’s most unadulterated wines come from the tiny French region of Chablis.
https://www.winemag.com/2018/10/10/chablis-the-purest-chardonnay/
Are Wine Reviews Aimed Primarily at Purchasing Decisions?
What are these evaluations aiming to achieve? Is wine criticism similar to film, book, or art criticism? Or is it more akin to the evaluation of consumer products?
The History Of Champagne In Sports Wins
So just how long has this tradition of celebrating with Champagne been around for?
https://www.glassofbubbly.com/the-history-of-champagne-in-sports-wins/
How To Buy Better Wine
For most people, selecting a nice bottle of wine is a daunting proposition. With an overwhelming volume of options, be it at the liquor store or when pursuing a restaurant’s wine list, it can be really hard to know whether what’s in the bottle will be exactly what you were expecting.
https://www.menshealth.com/trending-news/a23722087/how-to-buy-better-wine/
Sherry in a Case
Sherry is one of the world’s most misunderstood wines.
https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2018/10/sherry-in-a-case
THE FIVE BEST COCKTAIL CHERRIES FOR YOUR MANHATTANS AND OLD FASHIONEDS, RANKED
In advance of this year’s Old Fashioned and Manhattan season, we tasted an array of cocktail cherries to determine the best ones for all your drinking needs.
MAPPED & RANKED: THE STATES WITH THE MOST CRAFT BREWERIES IN 2017
In the interests of clarity, we mapped the number of craft breweries by state as well as breweries per capita. The BA defines the latter as per 100,000 adults over the age of 21.
WINE DECANTER WATCH LAUNCHED ON KICKSTARTER
A Danish company has launched a watch called Décantheure on funding platform Kickstarter which allows users to track the time it takes to decant wines made from different grape varieties.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2018/10/wine-decanter-watch-launched-on-kickstarter/
THE WASHINGTON REDSKINS ANNOUNCE TEAM’S NEW ALE
#ATTR, which stands for “Ale to the Redskins,” is the first beer in team history brewed just for the Redskins. The beer will be sold at all Devils Backbone stands and in sections 137, 121, 319 and 408 on gamedays.
Is Patriot Beer In Our Future?
The Pros and Cons of Shelf Talkers
Retailers discuss shelf talkers as a marketing tool—and share their most effective strategies for creating them
ANOTHER STORY ON SHELFTALKERS
Utah liquor stores are doing away with the helpful rating cards that many shoppers rely on to select wine
https://www.sltrib.com/news/2018/10/12/utah-liquor-stores-are/
The ‘Wine Archive’ That Quietly Improves the World’s Wine
A collection of more than 7,000 grapevine varieties is a boon to vintners and scientists.
https://www.atlasobscura.com/articles/largest-wine-collection
Total Wine seeks Braintree MA location
The national liquor retailer is seeking a license for a store on Pearl Street.
http://www.patriotledger.com/news/20181010/total-wine-seeks-braintree-location
Meet Abruzzo’s Indigenous Italian Grapes
Abruzzo’s winemaking traditions go back hundreds of years, and producers are now showing just how great the native grapes Montepulciano and Trebbiano can be.
https://www.winemag.com/2018/10/11/abruzzo-italy-indigenous-grapes/
Losing weight? Skip these 3 wines
When it comes to wine and your health, some are better than others.
https://abc13.com/health/avoid-these-3-wines-if-youre-trying-to-lose-weight/4456855/
What does it mean to say a wine has good ‘structure’?
Can wine have “structure”? It’s a liquid, after all, not a building.
HOW THE PERFECT SOIL MADE YOUR FAVORITE ITALIAN WINE
In Italy, soil composition really shines through its grape varieties, with each region boasting its own microclimate and rich geological history — a unique “special sauce.”
https://vinepair.com/articles/how-the-perfect-soil-made-your-favorite-italian-wine-infographic/
How to Pair Leeks with Wine
Once you get to know these alliums, you’ll want them in everything. Look to crisp wine pairings like Sauvignon Blanc and Garganega.
https://www.winemag.com/2018/10/12/pair-leeks-wine/
How the Tequila Boom Could Go Bust
Volatile prices, high expenses and the agave plant’s seven-year growth cycle are driving farmers out of business.
https://www.bloomberg.com/amp/news/articles/2018-10-11/how-the-tequila-boom-could-go-bust
12 secrets to enjoying the perfect bottle of wine, according to wine experts
Here are some tips and tricks to use when searching for the perfect wine
https://www.thisisinsider.com/how-to-drink-wine-2018-10
Wine in cans is massively popular in the US
Here’s why South Africans aren’t keen yet
Artificially produced wine: fad or the future of the food industry?
In San Francisco, Ava Winery challenges everything we know and appreciate about wine by using molecular plant science
http://www.studentnewspaper.org/artificially-produced-wine-fad-or-the-future-of-the-food-industry/
“Boys Will be Boys” wine yanked from shelves because “rape culture”
Church & State Wines is pulling its “Boys Will Be Boys” wine from the shelves because the moniker promotes “rape culture.”
https://www.therebel.media/_boys_will_be_boys_wine_yanked_from_shelves_because_rape_culture
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This Weeks Highlights:
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How to Serve Wine Like a Pro
BROWN LIQUOR 101
THE BOOZE TO PAIR WITH YOUR FAVORITE HALLOWEEN CANDY
Does Pumpkin Beer Deserve a Bad Rap?
AND MORE!
It’s In Your Best Interests to Become a Wine Snob
Are you worried that you might be turning into a little bit of a wine snob? Do your friends worry, before they bring a bottle over to your place, that it won’t meet your standards?
THE FIERY CARAMEL APPLE HOT TODDY RECIPE
THE STORY BEHIND THE FIERY CARAMEL APPLE HOT TODDY
Sommelier Develops Plastic Wine Glasses That Double As ‘Good’ Wine Glasses
It took almost two years of work and fundraising to get her prototype, and the result is HaloVino, a glass made of number 5 plastic that is stackable, recyclable and dishwasher-safe.
These 5 Wines Pair Perfectly With Fall Produce
Of course, no season is complete without perfect wine pairings. These five wines will be the perfect accompaniments to the myriad of dishes created with fall’s favorite fruits and vegetables.
https://www.forbes.com/sites/courtneyschiessl/2018/09/30/fall-produce-wine-pairings/#3fcc53657de8
Titanic shipping firm’s letter apologizing for losing 69 cases of wine
A letter from Titanic’s shipping company apologizing for losing a wine delivery because the liner sank has been uncovered after lying uncovered in a wine merchant’s desk drawer for decades.
Croatian Vintner Ages Wines in Amphoras on Adriatic Sea Floor
ine-filled amphoras are once again being found on the sea floor, not from sunken ships, but deliberately placed there by a special Eastern European winery. Faith Lapidus explains.
https://www.voanews.com/a/croatian-vintner-ages-wines-in-amphoras-on-adriatic-sea-floor/4593193.html
Four things to know about the rose boom
The rose boom isn’t about Instagram and memes; it’s about quality wine at a fair price
Is an imitation wine better than a fake?
In the wine world, imitations are nothing new. How many wineries around the globe are working furiously to reproduce New Zealand’s Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc style?
http://www.timatkin.com/articles?1925
4 New Willamette Valley Sub-AVAs on the Horizon
Oregon’s largest wine region is set to be divided into areas of distinctive microclimates and soil types
https://daily.sevenfifty.com/4-new-willamette-valley-sub-avas-on-the-horizon/
The Evolving Wine Buyer in a Subscription Economy
To prepare for the future, wine producers should monitor how the wine buyer is evolving.
https://www.vinespring.com/blog/evolving-wine-buyer-subscription-economy
Building Better Barrels
As modern American winemaking veers away from heavy oak influence, it’s become more important to understand the available options for aging wine
https://www.winesandvines.com/features/article/203854/Building-Better-Barrels
Shannon Ridge Family of Wines Releases Buck Shack Bourbon Barrel Cabernet Sauvignon
Grown in Lake County, the 100% Cabernet Sauvignon was first aged in traditional French and American oak barrels for 15 months, followed by 3 months in freshly emptied, or ‘wet’ Kentucky Bourbon barrels.
https://www.wineindustryadvisor.com/2018/09/28/shannon-ridge-releases-cabernet
GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS DECLARES WORLD’S HIGHEST VINEYARD
The Guinness Book of World Records has declared a vineyard in Tibet to be the highest in the world, beating even vines planted in the foothills of the Andes in Argentina.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2018/10/guinness-world-records-declares-worlds-highest-vineyard/
Other Wine Guinness Records
I remember every year getting the book, Now all online
http://www.guinnessworldrecords.com/search?term=wine
DIAGEO RELEASES GAME OF THRONES WHISKY COLLECTION
Diageo has released an extended range of whiskies based on HBO’s hit TV series Game of Thrones, comprising the limited edition White Walker by Johnnie Walker and The Game of Thrones Single Malt Scotch Whisky Collection.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2018/10/diageo-releases-game-of-thrones-whisky-collection/
Johnnie Walker unveils White Walker Scotch whisky
Diageo has revealed details of its new limited edition Game of Thrones-inspired blended Scotch whisky, called White Walker by Johnnie Walker.
https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2018/10/johnnie-walker-unveils-white-walker-scotch-whisky/
WTF Is a Milkshake IPA?
Here’s what they are, why you may suddenly be seeing IPAs that look like tropical ice cream shakes, and five to try.
WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN COINTREAU, GRAND MARNIER, AND TRIPLE SEC?
Here’s a breakdown of the different styles of orange liqueur, and commonly used popular brands.
Understanding the Popularity of Prosecco
This mid-tier price point is one of the most popular types of Prosecco in the U.S. So, why the heck is Prosecco so popular?
https://wineoh.tv/discover-why-americans-are-so-in-love-with-prosecco-video
Top Cognac Brands
The Science of Ice in Cocktails
Bartenders weigh in on shape, size, cut, and clarity—and how to choose the right ice
How to Serve Wine Like a Pro
How much wine is appropriate to pour in a glass? How can you avoid drips? What does it mean to “prime” a glass?
Green Wine: Where Are We Now?
While the wine industry has been busy riding the pink wine wave, it is becoming clear that the “green wine” wave is worth catching as well. Millennials’ interest in organically grown wines is leading to double-digit growth in sales
https://www.beveragemedia.com/2018/09/27/green-wine-now/
All About German Sekt
: Germans have a fondness for sparkling wine they call Sekt. Typically made from Riesling and Pinots noir, blanc, and gris, German Sekt comes in different quality categories. Learn about Sekt and why bubbles aren’t just for special occasions.
PINK TO RELEASE HER FIRST WINES UNDER TWO WOLVES LABEL
Pop star turned winemaker Pink has revealed that she will be releasing her first commercial wines under the label Two Wolves, having bought an 10-hectare vineyard in Los Olivos, north of Santa Barbara, five years ago.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2018/10/pink-to-release-her-first-wines-under-two-wolves-label/
Vin de France News
The Vin de France category continues to see strong growth in the U.S., rising 45% to 850,000 cases in the six months through June, with value up 38% to $30 million, according to Anivin de France. Strong growth was seen in both single varietal wines and blends, the trade group noted. At 1.3 million cases in calendar 2017, the U.S. is the fifth-largest export market for Vin de France wines, which have a global volume of 21.8 million cases.
TOP 100 BEST BUYS OF 2018
Top 100 Best Buys list, a ranking of the most attainable, buzzworthy, well-priced and simply delicious pours available.
MANY IN STOCK INCLUDING #1 AND #2
https://www.winemag.com/toplists/bestbuys2018/
How Bugs and Other Critters are Saving Vineyards
Sustainable, organic and biodynamic farming practices are using insects and animals in innovative ways to shape their vineyards and care for the planet.
https://www.winemag.com/2017/04/17/how-bugs-and-other-critters-are-saving-vineyards/
Examining the Gender Gap in the Champagne and Sparkling Wine Business
“Consumers don’t know a tremendous amount about champagne,”
http://fortune.com/2018/10/02/new-york-champagne-week-women-winemakers/
EVERYTHING YOU NEVER KNEW ABOUT CHIANTI
No classic Italian meal is complete without a glass of ruby red vino at your elbow.
STUDY: YOU’RE NOT A MEAN DRUNK, YOU’RE JUST MEAN
Perhaps you think a couple drinks improves your mood. Perhaps you think you’re much funnier when you’re drunk, or perhaps you’re scared that you’re much meaner when you’re drunk. Turns out you’re not. You’re just you.
How to Pair Wine With Breakfast Sandwiches
But there is no reason that the foil-wrapped rolls can’t also be the thing you eat while enjoying something to drink — especially if that something is a bottle of Santorini.
http://www.grubstreet.com/2018/10/wine-breakfast-sandwiches-bec-bacon-egg-cheese.html
A Guide to Finding the Best Value Wine
What do phrases like “Barrel Select” on labels even mean? We’ll show you what to look for and avoid when searching for quality wines at good prices.
https://www.winemag.com/2018/10/02/guide-finding-best-value-wine/
Does a Glass of Wine Before Bed Help You Sleep Better?
We have been conditioned by the beautiful people of TV and film to associate a few drinks on the couch in the evening as the ultimate way to wind down and prepare for bed.
But what exactly is the truth?
http://socialvignerons.com/2018/04/17/does-a-glass-of-wine-before-bed-help-you-sleep-better/
Are Millennials drinking less beer because it “makes them fat?” This chart says “yes!”
Red wine blends problematic
Varietal wines, named after the primary grape in the bottle, usually are considered “better” than blended wines.
https://www.pressdemocrat.com/lifestyle/8799368-181/berger-on-wine-red-wine
What Do Winemakers Worry About?
In Napa It’s Not Wildfires.
Certified Cider Professional Program Gains Big with Angry Orchard Graduating Class
USACM is an organization of cider and perry producers in the United States. Their mission is to grow a diverse and successful U.S. cider industry by providing valuable information, resources and services to our members and by advocating on their behalf.
https://www.wineindustryadvisor.com/2018/10/03/certified-cider-professional-gains-big
How about a gin-filled Christmas card?
As boozy advent calendars become all the rage, Daffy’s Gin has taken a different approach and created a gin-filled Christmas card for this year’s festive season.
https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2018/10/daffys-launches-gin-filled-christmas-card/
These Watches Are Made with Wine
Analog has created five strap color options, all of which are cork, but two of which are dyed with actual blueberry and red wines—and even smell like them.
https://www.foodandwine.com/news/wine-watch-analog-kickstarter-somm-collection
What Wine Goes with Hot Dogs?
We asked S.K.Y.’s chef and its sommelier to tell us what to drink with a dog that’s been dragged through the garden.
http://www.chicagomag.com/dining-drinking/October-2018/What-Wine-Goes-with-Hot-Dogs/
Five Health Tips for the Wine Shop Employee
It’s important to take care of your body as well as your wine sales numbers during the busy shopping season ahead.
https://www.winemag.com/2018/10/03/health-tips-wine-shop-employee/
Consumers willing to pay more for sustainably brewed beer
More and more breweries are investing in practices to save energy and reduce greenhouse gases. Will it pay off? A new study suggests it may.
https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/10/181005141905.htm
THE UNDERGROUND WINE SHOP THAT SAVED A HOTEL FROM TWO WORLD WARS
One of the best-preserved grand hotels of the 19th century, Grand Hotel Kronenhof was founded by Andreas Gredig in 1848 as the Rössli Guesthouse, a casual operation.
ARE SAUVIGNON AROMAS INCOMPATIBLE WITH OAK?
While some white grape varieties, such as Chardonnay and Semillon, are particularly well suited to barrel maturation, others, with more fragile aromas, can experience a decline in typical characters due to maturation in casks that are not well suited.
http://cmsauvignon.com/en/are-sauvignon-aromas-incompatible-with-oak/
Rodney Strong Wine Estates Announces Launch of Rowen Wine Company
Rowen Wine Company is a study in terroir focused on the Cooley Ranch, a remote and historic property high atop undulating mountains around a glistering lake in the northern reaches of Sonoma County.
There’s More to Prosecco Than You Think
The best bottles from Italy’s northeast hillsides shatter the stereotype of generic bubbly
. https://robbreport.com/food-drink/wine/theres-more-prosecco-than-you-think-2820994/
Does Pumpkin Beer Deserve a Bad Rap?
Yes, the only thing more predictable than pumpkin beer seemingly arriving earlier and earlier each year is people complaining about it with incredibly trite jokes. How did we get to this point? Didn’t pumpkin beer used to be wildly popular?
https://oct.co/essays/pumpkin-beer-bad-rap?utm_source=oct_nl_&mc_cid=bf93c20a64&mc_eid=00cc7421f2
THE BOOZE TO PAIR WITH YOUR FAVORITE HALLOWEEN CANDY
What other time of year can a bunch of adults get together, don incredible costumes, and throw booze and candy into the mix?
HOW, WHEN, AND WHY TO RIM YOUR COCKTAIL GLASS
Presentation is important, but thoughtfully rimming your cocktail is about more than good looks.
Five Things To Know About Home Wine Delivery
The 2018 Direct to Consumer Wine Shipping Report by Sovos and Wines & Vines documents that wineries shipped 5.78 million cases of wine in 2017, to the tune of $2.69 billion.
HEALTHY OR HARMFUL: HOW MUCH WINE SHOULD WE REALLY BE DRINKING?
Do the health benefits of drinking wine in moderation outweigh the detriments?
Identifying wine with fingerprint technology
Kiwi scientists are using a chemical fingerprinting technique to definitively and scientifically prove if a wine is really what it says on the bottle.
IS YOUR TAILGATE PARTY A BIT FLAT? SPRITZ IT UP
The new portable Drinkmate Spritzer infuses still drinks like juice, cocktails and wine with bubbly effervescence through a CO2 carbonation process.
World Sulfur Limits In Wine
Market |
Free SO2(ppm) |
Total SO2(ppm) |
Notes |
| Australia | 250 | Wines with < 35 g/L sugars | |
| 300 | Wines with > 35 g/L sugars | ||
| Argentina | 130 | Red wines with < 4 g/L sugars | |
| 180 | Red wines with > 4 g/L sugars | ||
| 180 | White and pink wines with < 4 g/L sugars | ||
| 210 | White and pink wines with > 4 g/L sugars | ||
| Brazil | 300 | ||
| Cambodia | 350 | Expressed in mg/kg | |
| Canada | 70 | 350 | Federal standard; Provincial Liquor Control Boards may set their own overriding limits |
| 70 | 420 | Quebec (SAQ) | |
| 30 | 100 | For Quebec, organic products with < 50 g/L sugar | |
| 35 | 150 | For Quebec, organic products with > 50 but < 100 g/L sugar | |
| 45 | 250 | For Quebec, organic products with 100 g/L or more sugar | |
| 50 | 300 | For Ontario, wines with < 35 g/L sugar | |
| 70 | 400 | For Ontario, wines with >35g/L sugar | |
| 30 | 100 | For Ontario, organic wines with < 50 g/L sugar | |
| 35 | 150 | For Ontario, organic wines with 50–99 g/L sugar | |
| 45 | 250 | For Ontario, organic wines with > 99 g/L sugar | |
| Chile | 75 | 250 | Red, rosé, white and sparkling wine |
| 100 | 400 | Sweet wines with < 30 g/L total sugars | |
| China | 250 | Wines with < 45 g/L sugars | |
| 400 | Wines with > 45 g/L sugars | ||
| European Union (EU) | 150mg/L | Red wine, liqueur wine | |
| 200mg/L | White wine, rosé wine | ||
| 235 mg/L | Sparkling wine | ||
| 300 mg/L | Botrytis/late harvest wine | ||
| 100 mg/L | Organic red wine | ||
| 150 mg/L | Organic white wine, organic rosé wine | ||
| 205 mg/L | Organic sparkling wine | ||
| 120 mg/L | Organic liqueur wine | ||
| 270 mg/L | Organic botrytis/late harvest wine | ||
| 200 mg/L | Red wine, liqueur wine (with at least 5 g/L sugar expressed as glucose + fructose) | ||
| 250 mg/L | White wine, rose wine (with at least 5 g/L sugar expressed as glucose + fructose) | ||
| 130 mg/L | Organic red wine (with at least 2 g/L sugar expressed as glucose + fructose) | ||
| 180 mg/L | Organic white wine, organic rose wine (with at least 2 g/L sugar expressed as glucose + fructose) | ||
| Fiji | No specific wine standards – check with your importer | ||
| Hong Kong | 350 | ‘Grape wines’ | |
| 400 | White wines | ||
| 70 | ‘Aromatised wines’ | ||
| India | 350 | Expressed in mg/kg | |
| Indonesia | 50 | ||
| Japan | 350 | Expressed in mg/kg | |
| Kenya | 70 | 350 | Still table wine, expressed in mg/kg |
| 50 | 250 | Sparkling wine, expressed in mg/kg | |
| 30 | 250 | Fortified wine, expressed in mg/kg | |
| Korea | 350 | ||
| Malaysia | 450 | ||
| Mexico | 350 | ||
| Myanmar | 350 | Expressed in mg/kg | |
| New Caledonia | Refer to EU limits | ||
| New Zealand | 250 | Wines with < 35 g/L residual sugar, expressed in mg/kg | |
| 400 | Wines with > 35 g/L residual sugar, expressed in mg/kg | ||
| Nigeria | 350 | Expressed in mg/kg | |
| Norway | Refer to EU limits | ||
| Papua New Guinea | 200 | Wines with < 35 g/L residual sugar, expressed in mg/kg | |
| 400 | Wines with > 35 g/L residual sugar, expressed in mg/kg | ||
| Peru | 350 | Expressed in mg/kg | |
| Philippines | 350 | Expressed in mg/kg | |
| Qatar | 350 | Expressed in mg/kg | |
| Russia | 200 | Dry wines, grape wine drinks, sparkling wine, superior sparkling wine, liqueur wine, aromatised wine drinks | |
| 300 | Semi-dry, semi-sweet and sweet wines | ||
| Singapore | 300 | ||
| South Africa | 150 | Red wine < 5 g/L sugar | |
| 160 | Dry wines < 5 g/L sugar | ||
| 200 | ‘Natural wines’ > 5 g/L sugar. (Defined as wines with at least 4.5% ABV but less than 16.5% ABV) | ||
| 300 | Noble late harvest | ||
| Sri Lanka | 450 | Expressed in mg/kg. This limit is set to be reduced to 250 in the draft Food (Preservatives) Regulations | |
| Switzerland | 150 | Red wine and Liqueur wines < 5 g/L residual sugar | |
| 200 | White and rosé wines with < 5 g/L residual sugar | ||
| 200 | Red wine and liqueur wines with > 5 g/L residual sugar | ||
| 250 | White and rosé wines with < 5 g/L residual sugar | ||
| 235 | Sparkling wines | ||
| Taiwan | 400 | Alcohol products containing more than 250 ppm of SO2 are required to be labelled ‘this product contains less than 400 ppm of sulphur dioxide’ | |
| Tanzania | 50 | 350 | Still table wine, expressed in mg/kg |
| 30 | 250 | Fortified wine, expressed in mg/kg | |
| 50 | 250 | Sparkling wine, expressed in mg/kg | |
| 50 | 200 | Dry fruit wine, expressed in mg/L | |
| 35 | 300 | Sweet fruit wine, expressed in mg/L | |
| Thailand | 300 | Expressed in mg/dm3 | |
| Turkey | 200 | Red wine > 5 g/L sugar | |
| 150 | Red wine < 5 g/L sugar | ||
| 235 | Sparkling wine | ||
| 250 | White and rosé > 5g/L sugar | ||
| 200 | White and rosé < 5g/L sugar | ||
| 200 | Liqueur wines with > 5 g/L residual sugar | ||
| 150 | Liqueur wines with < 5 g/L residual sugar | ||
| United Arab Emirates | Check with your importer | ||
| United Kingdom | See EU limits | ||
| United States of America | 350 | ||
| Uruguay | 250 | ||
| Vietnam | 150 | Red wine | |
| 200 | Red wine with > 5 g/L sugar (glucose + fructose) | ||
| 200 | White wine, rosé wine | ||
| 250 | White wine, rosé wine with > 5 g/L sugar (glucose + fructose) | ||
| 150 | Liqueur wine with > 5 g/L sugar | ||
| 200 | Mixed wine with > 5 g/L sugar | ||
| 185 | Quality sparkling wine | ||
| 235 | Sparkling wine (other than ‘quality’) | ||
| 400 | Other wine products |
BROWN LIQUOR 101
What’s the difference between bourbon, scotch, and rye?
https://www.giadzy.com/posts/food/how-to/451239/brown-liquor-101
Which Comes First? The Wine Or The Cheese?
Having a good selection of cheeses is fairly standard in Europe, especially in France, but in the U.S. the idea has dimmed a good deal and the inevitable conversations about which wine would go best with which cheese died down too
Alcohol and wine: What’s in a number?
For many wine drinkers, the most important part of a wine label is not the producer name nor the grape variety, but the percentage alcohol.
Is wine good for you? Yes AND no
A glass of wine to accompany dinner after a hard day at work is a well-deserved release enjoyed by many.
But scientific research has left thousands who enjoy a glass every night confused over whether it is damaging their health.
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Making Sense of Organic Wine
Key aspects of the major viticultural approaches are outlined
https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2017/08/making-sense-of-organic-wine
Dogs sniff out contamination in wine barrels
Dogs to detect brettanomyces bruxellensis — commonly known as “brett” — a yeast contaminant that lives in wood and can be transferred to wine on contact.
Sparkling outpaces table wine more than 2:1 in latest Nielsen data
Is Moderate Drinking Good for Your Health? The Science Is Confusing
Many of the studies compared moderate drinkers to current abstainers, a group that included former heavy drinkers and those who avoided alcohol entirely because of health conditions, potentially skewing the comparison.
http://fortune.com/2017/08/15/moderate-drinking-health/
Why Some Of The Largest Alcohol Brands Are Rushing To Create Non-Alcoholic Beverages
Could the next biggest thing in the beverage space be non-alcoholic distilled spirits?
The trilemma of primary, secondary and tertiary aromas
It’s generally accepted that we have three choices when defining wine aromas, they are categorized as primary, secondary or tertiary. Yet in practice, many common aromas can be attributed to two of these categories.
https://deborahparkerwong.com/2017/08/12/the-trilemma-of-primary-secondary-and-tertiary-aromas/
First drinks body for vodka launches
A number of brands have joined forces to form the vodka category’s first collaborative drinks body – The Global Vodka Alliance, which will focus on “education, integrity and innovation within vodka”.
https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2017/08/first-drinks-body-for-vodka-launches/
TRUMP OVERESTIMATES THE SIZE OF HIS WINERY
It’s also far from “one of the largest” wineries in the US, and not even the largest in Virginia.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2017/08/trump-overestimates-the-size-of-his-winery/
Captain Morgan rum unveils ‘modern’ design
The design features new embossing to highlight the Captain Morgan logo, an updated cap canvas, a cigar band, and gold foil detailing across the label to enhance the bottle’s premium look.
https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2017/08/captain-morgan-rum-unveils-modern-design/
Scientists discover why ‘whisky tastes better with water’
There are numerous ways to enjoy whisky – straight, on the rocks, with water, or mixed in a cocktail – but two Swedish scientists have recently published a paper supporting the idea that whisky tastes better with water.
Variation of Scotch Whiskey flavour
https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2017/08/scientists-discover-why-whisky-tastes-better-with-water/
JENNIFER LAWRENCE INVITES FANS ON WINE TASTING TOUR
Hollywood actress Jennifer Lawrence has launched a charity competition offering one winner the chance to be flown to California and take part in a vineyard visit and wine tasting with the star.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2017/08/jennifer-lawrence-auctions-charity-wine-tasting/
Forget Rosé: Pink Liquor Is the Next Instagram-Worthy Trend
Alcohol producers have clearly taken notice. Hoping to capitalize of the newfound popularity of the blush wine, distilleries have released a variety of pink spirits.
Here are a few rose-tinted options available now:
http://fortune.com/2017/08/17/rose-pink-liquor-tequila/
Alsatian Wines Strike a Balance of Dry and Sweet
No region in France has a higher percentage of organic or biodynamic growers than Alsace, which theoretically should attract the keepers of natural wine lists.
https://www.nytimes.com/2017/08/17/dining/alsatian-wines-strike-a-balance-of-dry-and-sweet.html
YOU’VE BEEN POURING BEER WRONG THIS WHOLE TIME
AN INCORRECT POUR LEADS TO BLOATING AND STOMACH PAIN
http://rock95.com/youve-been-pouring-beer-wrong-this-whole-time/
Why serving wine at room temperature is a myth
There is no such thing as room temperature: there are simply different rooms.
http://www.newstatesman.com/culture/food-drink/2017/08/why-serving-wine-room-temperature-myth
Wine Polyphenols Could Fight Flu
According to a paper recently published in Science by Washington University School of Medicine researchers
http://www.winespectator.com/webfeature/show/id/Health-Watch-A-Drink-Might-Boost-Cognition
Bud Light launches NFL-themed packaging ahead of new season
To coincide with the upcoming NFL season, Bud Light has introduced team-themed packaging with 28 new designs.
In Stock soon!!
Bud Light announces 2017 NFL team cans (PRNewsfoto/Bud Light)
HOW CHAMPAGNE COULD BE RUINING YOUR SMILE
And not just thanks to the sugar content
http://www.harpersbazaar.co.uk/beauty/fitness-wellbeing/news/a43323/champagne-bad-for-teeth/
The World’s Top 10 Best Value Wines
UNDERSTANDING GERMAN RIESLING: ZEROING IN ON SWEETNESS
You don’t actually need advanced degrees in linguistics, history, geography, and enology to fully understand the baroque labels that decorate some bottles. But it can feel like it.
https://grapecollective.com/articles/understanding-german-riesling-zeroing-in-on-sweetness
Prediction: The Trendy New Grape this Fall will be Garnacha/Grenache
Garnacha Origen Association and Wines of Roussillon have formed an alliance to raise awareness of European quality garnacha/grenache wines in the United States and Canada.
Debunking the Most Popular Myths about Sherry
It’s time to update your Spanish wine repertoire. Sherry is often misunderstood and misrepresented, and we’re here to uncover a few popular myths about this drink.
http://winesfromspainusa.com/news-and-events/debunking-popular-myths-what-is-sherry/
Boston’s Best Breweries (With Food, Too)
With the horrible traffic in mind, we broke the city into parts so that you could pick out the very best places to drink and eat, no matter where you are in Boston.
https://oct.co/travel/bostons-best-breweries-beers-food-too?utm_source=oct_nl_
Why Saignée is Like No Other Rosé
Saignée (“sohn-yay”) means “to bleed,” and it also describes a method of rosé winemaking that involves “bleeding” off a portion of red wine juice after it’s been in contact with the skins and seeds.
http://winefolly.com/review/saignee-is-unlike-other-rose-wines/?mc_cid=5473466611&mc_eid=d73340fcba
Argentina’s Evolving Appellations
New Geographical Indications in the pipeline reveal how Argentina’s appellation system is changing
This advent calendar delivers a bottle of sparkling wine every day in December up until Christmas Eve
WE know, it’s still far too early to start talking about Christmas – the kids aren’t even back at school yet.
But when we heard about this novelty festive item, we were fizzing with so much excitement that we just HAD to share it with you.
https://www.thesun.co.uk/living/4279966/sparkling-wine-advent-calendar/
10 must-try beers in MetroWest and Milford MA
In MetroWest alone, the 10 existing breweries and brewpubs have created hundreds of different beers, ranging from lighter beers such as kolsches and cream ales to big, high-alcohol beers such as imperial stouts and Belgian quads.
http://westborough.wickedlocal.com/news/20170820/10-must-try-beers-in-metrowest-and-milford
Four Things You Need to Know about the U.S. Wine Industry
The U.S. wine landscape continues to evolve dramatically. Whether packaging or product, there’s a lot happening. Here are four themes you should be following in the U.S. wine industry today.
Woman drinking white wine on patio
http://www.buzzbinpadillaco.com/four-things-need-know-wine-industry-u-s/
With Heavy Drinking On The Rise, How Much Is Too Much?
If one glass of wine takes the edge off, why not drink a few more?
This thinking may help explain the findings of a new study that points to an increase in drinking among adults in the U.S., especially women.
Rosé Wine Pouches Are Here To Make Summer Last Forever
It’s the innovation we’ve been waiting for.
http://www.delish.com/food-news/news/a55022/rose-wine-pouches-capri-sun/
A Beer for Every Beatles Album
We’ll do one beer for each album in the Beatles’ studio discography (the 13 albums generally accepted as the Beatles’ primary catalog). A Spotify playlist is included, in case you want to rip through 13 beers in less than three hours.
Prone to wine hangovers? Grapevine startup says its wand can help
PureWine, the company behind a wand-shaped filter that removes histamines and sulfites from wine.
ON WAX CAPSULES
What is the best opening strategy?
http://winemag.co.za/tim-james-on-wax-capsules/
What Is The Best Wine For Sangria?
Sometimes, large bottles of inexpensive wine are better enjoyed in a sangria than on their own. A good way to make an enjoyable yet affordable summer drink.
http://socialvignerons.com/2017/08/22/what-is-the-best-wine-for-sangria/
Patricia Kluge, Who Built What Became Trump Winery, Says the Wine Is “Not Good Anymore”
Kluge opens up about what it was like to do business with the Donald and what she thinks of the vineyard today.
http://www.townandcountrymag.com/society/politics/a12026751/patricia-kluge-trump-winery-interview/
Keeping an open mind on closures
Cork is still king in the consumer’s mind, but how do other closures stack up across the world?
http://www.wineintelligence.com/keeping-an-open-mind-on-closures/
Why wine communication sucks
When were you last swept away by a piece of wine advertising? Compared to other drinks categories we continue to push education and not emotion as our primary marketing tool. Please no more, urges Reka Haros.
http://www.the-buyer.net/opinion/reka-haros-on-the-problem-with-wine-communication/
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Popping The Cork On Sparking Wines
Tuesday Nov 21st 7PM
Sparkling wines are used in celebrating many life’s best moments. At this education/tasting event we will explore all things bubbly. What are the methods in making these wines? What is true Champagne? What makes Prosecco different from Cava? To answer these questions we will explore sparkling from all parts of the world.
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Medway Community Education Winter Programs
Thursday, September 21 Noble Grape Varieties
A great introduction to the basics of wine grapes and the six varieties that produce most of the wines that consumers are familiar with. We’ll discuss what makes these grapes so special, where you’ll see them grown, and which famous wines you’ll find them in. And of course we’ll taste all six!
Tuesday, October 17 Decoding American Wine Labels
Many people buy wines based on label only. Do you? In this valuable class we’ll explain all the truths and lies on an American wine label. Knowing this information will help you get more value for your money, understand how to figure out if a wine is a generic commercial wine or a hand-made artisanal bottling, and clues to what it’s going to taste like. After this event buying wine will never be the same!
Thursday, December 7 Decoding European Wine Labels
OK, so you understand an American wine label, but European labelling follows an entirely different set of rules, and can be confusing and intimidating. We’ll walk you through the method behind French, Italian, Spanish, and German labels, and help you understand what they’re telling you. You’ll leave with the confidence to buy that bottle of Bordeaux or Spatlese!
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French Wine Scholar Programs
Vinitas WineWorks LLC, Tri-County Adult Education, and Franklin Liquors are excited to announce the Fall session of the French Wine Scholar Certification program!
Now you don’t have to go to Boston for this world-class French wine course! Set yourself apart from your peers and specialize in the wines of France. Gain the confidence to taste, sell, and speak meaningfully about all aspects of French wine, from Champagne to Bordeaux and everything in between. Pass the exam and earn the title French Wine Scholar and FWS post-nominal.
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.
http://www.tri-county.tc/wine-scholar-program
Italian Wine Tasting/Education
Thursday Sept 14th 7PM
Let’s take a tasting tour around Italy. We will discuss regions, laws, and explore unique wines from all over Italy. Don’t let wines from Italy confuse you; learn what grapes grow best where and more!
https://registration.xenegrade.com/tri-county/courseDisplay.cfm?schID=2340
WINE TASTING 101
Tuesday Oct 10th 7PM
This wine tasting and educational class will help you develop your wine profile.
We will explore the 5 steps in how to taste wine. The results of this will make you a better wine taster and buyer and develop your unique wine profile. With this profile you can walk into any store or restaurant and explain what you like.
What do you smell? Do you like oaked or unoaked wines? Why do we swirl and spit?
We will talk about wine technology that can assist in building your palate.
https://registration.xenegrade.com/tri-county/courseDisplay.cfm?schID=2415
Exploring French Wine Regions
Thursday Nov 9th 7PM
Lets take a tasting tour around France.
We will discuss regions, laws and explore unique wines from Champagne to the Southwest. Don’t let wines from France confuse you, learn what grapes grow best where and so much more!
https://registration.xenegrade.com/tri-county/courseDisplay.cfm?schID=2342
Popping The Cork On Sparking Wines
Tuesday Nov 21st 7PM
Sparkling wines are used in celebrating many life’s best moments. At this education/tasting event we will explore all things bubbly. What are the methods in making these wines? What is true Champagne? What makes Prosecco different from Cava? To answer these questions we will explore sparkling from all parts of the world.
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Franklin Library Book Club
Do you like wine? Do you like books? Join us for a special Wine Tasting & Book Club Meeting at Franklin Liquors. Kim Shipala, Assistant Library Director at the Franklin Public Library, will lead a discussion of the novel, while Kim Simone of Vinitas Wineworks and Mark of Franklin Liquors will do a tasting of the wines mentioned in the book.
The book discussion is free, but the wine tastings are $10 each. Space is limited to 40 participants. To register, either visit the library’s website or call Kim Shipala at 508-520-4943.
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Liquor Industry News/Links 08-21-17
August 21, 2017
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08-21-2017
Wine buying report
Did You Know?
62% of Millennial wine buyers have no brand in mind when they walk into a store?
AND
90% of all the wines sold in MOST stores are owned by a handful of corporate brands?
We feel the best way to shop for wine is to be open to exploration.
There is a big difference in supporting a “brand” to supporting a winery.
Things to think about when you are looking to buy:
Is It For guests?
A Gift idea?
Pairing With Food?
Your Budget
Your Wine Profile Match
At Franklin Liquors we would love to help you with your selections. Let us match your profile as we always taste and explore.
Generic shelf talkers and stores that support national brands can’t do that.
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Can You Pack a Bottle of Liquor in Your Luggage?
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‘Snake Venom’ Beer Might Be the Strongest in the World
With an ABV of 67.5 percent. For reference, most liquor, like vodka and whiskey, have an ABV of about 40 percent.
http://www.foodandwine.com/news/snake-venom-strongest-beer-in-world
Coors Light Wants to Gamify the Way You Buy Beer
Coors seems to think it has discovered another way to get consumers guzzling more of its products: a loyalty program. The company launched Coors Light XP
Americans are NOT Abandoning Wine!
Since alcohol is a regulated product, we actually have reliable numbers on per capita wine consumption:
https://www.vineyardfinancialassociates.com/single-post/2017/08/08/Americans-are-NOT-Abandoning-Wine
I WOULD ALWAYS CHOOSE CAVA OVER PROSECCO. HERE’S WHY.
What’s the difference between Cava and Prosecco in the first place?
https://vinepair.com/articles/always-choose-cava-prosecco-heres/
How to kill fruit flies, according to a scientist
Fruit flies are annoying. So, fine, here’s how we get rid of them in my lab: We build a trap. It’s not perfect, but it’s OK.
http://theconversation.com/how-to-kill-fruit-flies-according-to-a-scientist-81740
Wine and Music “Pairing” Preferences Driven by Emotion
Studies have found specific musical pieces seem to pair well with certain wines, and that in general, wine seems to be more enjoyable when there is music playing in the background compared to drinking in silence.
http://www.academicwino.com/2017/08/wine-music-pairing-emotion.html/
Where Does Wine Really Come From?
Europe was relatively late to the game when it comes to winemaking, and the original inventors of our favorite fermented beverage are staging a comeback.
Ararat
http://www.winemag.com/2017/08/09/where-does-wine-really-come-from/
Who knew you needed a lock for your wine bottle?
But don’t forget the combination, or you’re in trouble when you need a drink
https://www.winecurmudgeon.com/knew-needed-lock-wine-bottle/
How To Ship Wine: Use Full-Service Shipments For Added Safety
The collectors who have the most success when shipping their wine usually understand the common risks associated with shipments from the beginning, and work to prevent them every step of the way.
http://blog.vinfolio.com/2017/08/10/ship-wine-use-full-service-shipments-added-safety/
A snapshot of Brazil’s wine market
A 3-point plan for choosing wine you really want to drink
What do we look for in a wine?
Cameron’s Winery earns best Massachusetts’s wine
Nine wines from Cameron’s Winery won 12 awards in the 2017 Big E Wine Competition
http://www.recorder.com/Cameron-s-Winery-earns-best-Massachusetts-wine-11503320
How Do I Buy Wine?
Mom & Pop Wine shop—Big Box Wine store—Wine and Spirits chain—Online—Or all of the above?
https://proof.media/how-do-i-buy-wine
Cîroc unveils French Vanilla-flavored vodka
Ultra-premium vodka Cîroc is expanding its portfolio with the global release of Cîroc French Vanilla, designed to be mixed in Porn Star Martinis.
https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2017/08/ciroc-unveils-french-vanilla-flavoured-vodka/
Is The Game of Thrones Wine Actually Good?
Sommelier tested. Not necessarily sommelier approved.
https://www.gq.com/story/is-the-game-of-thrones-wine-actually-good
RIOJA FINALLY ALLOWS NAMING OF VILLAGE ON LABELS
The Rioja consejo has approved proposals that will allow winemakers to include the names of smaller geographical regions and specific villages on their wine labels for the first time, building upon the approval of a single vineyard classification earlier this year.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2017/08/rioja-finally-allows-village-labelling-on-bottles/
NIELSEN: US WINE SALES STRONGER THAN BEER
In the 52 weeks to June 2017, wine sales in the on-trade across the US rose 1.5%, with spirits up 1.6%, the market research analysts found, as beer sales slid by over 2%.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2017/08/nielsen-us-wine-sales-stronger-than-beer/
Can You Pack a Bottle of Liquor in Your Luggage?
It’s more complicated than it sounds.
http://www.cntraveler.com/story/can-you-pack-a-bottle-of-liquor-in-your-luggage
Wine Words We Can’t Live Without
Accept no substitutes. These 3 wine words are essential
http://www.winespectator.com/webfeature/show/id/Matt-Kramer-3-Essential-Wine-Words
9 “Serious” Sweet Wines You Must Try
Exploring the world of fine wine is tricky if you have a sweet tooth, as the most familiar and “serious” wines aren’t necessarily sweet. Historically speaking, though, sweet wines were once the most coveted style of wine in all the world. No really, it’s true!
http://winefolly.com/tutorial/9-serious-sweet-wines-you-must-try/
How your brain makes higher priced wine taste better – study
New research has shed light on how the brain is wired to rate a higher priced wine as better than one with a cheaper price tag, even if the samples come from the same bottle.
New Blue Moon Beers
Blue Moon, part of the MillerCoors portfolio, has announced the launch of a new seasonal brew, Apricot Wheat (5.6% abv). Brewed with cardamom and Washington apricots, the new entry will debut nationwide in September. It will join Blue Moon’s original fall seasonal, the 5.7%-abv Harvest Pumpkin Wheat, which will also re-launch in September. In addition, the brewery’s 5.4%-abv summer seasonal, Mango Wheat, will be joining the year-round lineup starting in September. All three beers will be available across the country in both on- and off-premise accounts, retailing at $8.99 a six-pack of bottles.
Wine could help solve writer’s block, says study
A glass of wine or a pint of beer can help your creative juices flowing, suggests research from Austria.
Champagne Campus
All about Champagne webpage and app
http://www.champagnecampus.com
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Popping The Cork On Sparking Wines
Tuesday Nov 21st 7PM
Sparkling wines are used in celebrating many life’s best moments. At this education/tasting event we will explore all things bubbly. What are the methods in making these wines? What is true Champagne? What makes Prosecco different from Cava? To answer these questions we will explore sparkling from all parts of the world.
https://reg.abcsignup.com/reg/event_page.aspx?ek=0079-0003-f8511aaf65114435aa7d53af6a9687f0
Medway Community Education Winter Programs
Thursday, September 21 Noble Grape Varieties
A great introduction to the basics of wine grapes and the six varieties that produce most of the wines that consumers are familiar with. We’ll discuss what makes these grapes so special, where you’ll see them grown, and which famous wines you’ll find them in. And of course we’ll taste all six!
Tuesday, October 17 Decoding American Wine Labels
Many people buy wines based on label only. Do you? In this valuable class we’ll explain all the truths and lies on an American wine label. Knowing this information will help you get more value for your money, understand how to figure out if a wine is a generic commercial wine or a hand-made artisanal bottling, and clues to what it’s going to taste like. After this event buying wine will never be the same!
Thursday, December 7 Decoding European Wine Labels
OK, so you understand an American wine label, but European labelling follows an entirely different set of rules, and can be confusing and intimidating. We’ll walk you through the method behind French, Italian, Spanish, and German labels, and help you understand what they’re telling you. You’ll leave with the confidence to buy that bottle of Bordeaux or Spatlese!
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Tri-County Adult Education
French Wine Scholar Programs
Vinitas WineWorks LLC, Tri-County Adult Education, and Franklin Liquors are excited to announce the Fall session of the French Wine Scholar Certification program!
Now you don’t have to go to Boston for this world-class French wine course! Set yourself apart from your peers and specialize in the wines of France. Gain the confidence to taste, sell, and speak meaningfully about all aspects of French wine, from Champagne to Bordeaux and everything in between. Pass the exam and earn the title French Wine Scholar and FWS post-nominal.
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.
http://www.tri-county.tc/wine-scholar-program
Italian Wine Tasting/Education
Thursday Sept 14th 7PM
Let’s take a tasting tour around Italy. We will discuss regions, laws, and explore unique wines from all over Italy. Don’t let wines from Italy confuse you; learn what grapes grow best where and more!
https://registration.xenegrade.com/tri-county/courseDisplay.cfm?schID=2340
WINE TASTING 101
Tuesday Oct 10th 7PM
This wine tasting and educational class will help you develop your wine profile.
We will explore the 5 steps in how to taste wine. The results of this will make you a better wine taster and buyer and develop your unique wine profile. With this profile you can walk into any store or restaurant and explain what you like.
What do you smell? Do you like oaked or unoaked wines? Why do we swirl and spit?
We will talk about wine technology that can assist in building your palate.
https://registration.xenegrade.com/tri-county/courseDisplay.cfm?schID=2415
Exploring French Wine Regions
Thursday Nov 9th 7PM
Lets take a tasting tour around France.
We will discuss regions, laws and explore unique wines from Champagne to the Southwest. Don’t let wines from France confuse you, learn what grapes grow best where and so much more!
https://registration.xenegrade.com/tri-county/courseDisplay.cfm?schID=2342
Popping The Cork On Sparking Wines
Tuesday Nov 21st 7PM
Sparkling wines are used in celebrating many life’s best moments. At this education/tasting event we will explore all things bubbly. What are the methods in making these wines? What is true Champagne? What makes Prosecco different from Cava? To answer these questions we will explore sparkling from all parts of the world.
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Foxborough
Norfolk
Millis
Milford
Franklin Library Book Club
Do you like wine? Do you like books? Join us for a special Wine Tasting & Book Club Meeting at Franklin Liquors. Kim Shipala, Assistant Library Director at the Franklin Public Library, will lead a discussion of the novel, while Kim Simone of Vinitas Wineworks and Mark of Franklin Liquors will do a tasting of the wines mentioned in the book.
The book discussion is free, but the wine tastings are $10 each. Space is limited to 40 participants. To register, either visit the library’s website or call Kim Shipala at 508-520-4943.
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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
Our Wine Education/Events Partner
Kim Simone
Liquor Industry News/Links 08-14-17
August 14, 2017
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The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)
By: Mark C Lenzi
CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, IWS*
08-14-2017
Signs Of Fall Coming Are Everywhere!
Football Pre Season Has Started, Oktoberfest And Pumpkin Beers Are Out And Fall Wine Education/Tasting Events Are Scheduled.
That’s Right School Is Starting Soon!
Check Out Our Updated Events:
http://www.franklinliquors.com/education.html
New L.E.D. Lights Installed
We upgraded our lighting from fluorescent to L.E.D.
The wines on our racks will be so much safer with this light.
Also our wine tasting/education room has much more light to examine wines during events.
Read all about how fluorescent light affect wine.
“Conventional fluorescent lighting generates more energy at the shorter wavelengths which include the
Damaging wavelengths which can produce a detectable change in the wine in a matter of hours”
http://www.wrap.org.uk/sites/files/wrap/UV%20&%20wine%20quality%20May%2708.pdf
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Liquor Industry Week In Review
The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)
This Weeks Highlights:
New Products
Six Ways Wine and Weed are Similar — and One Major Difference
DNA to Define Your Wine Tastes
Wine and weed: An economic match made in heaven?
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Franklin Liquors New Daily Newspaper
The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW)
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Pot is the new alcohol
The alcohol industry – now eight decades after states ratified the 21st amendment and ended prohibition – generated $475 billion in economic activity and $110 billion in wages in 2014.
Across the United States, more than 4.5 million people work in alcohol-related jobs. Alcohol production, distribution, sales, and service is one of the biggest industries in the country.
http://www.businessinsider.com/pot-is-the-new-alcohol-2017-8
Drinking Organic Wine Won’t Prevent a Hangover
While people often blame sulfites for causing hangovers, experts say evidence does not support this.
http://time.com/4865734/organic-wine-health-benefits/
The perfect wine glass: 7 tips for matching shape to grape
The profile of your stemware can have a big impact on the taste of what’s inside. A panel of experts reveals the best vessels for everything from bubbles to Barolo
http://www.christies.com/features/Guide-to-wine-glasses-8476-1.aspx?sc_lang=en
Alcohol by Virtual Reality
The drinks industry is entering a new space, engaging consumers through immersive virtual-reality storytelling
https://daily.sevenfifty.com/alcohol-by-virtual-reality/
Boston Rock Band Releases New Album On A Beer Can
Collaboration between a local band named The Lights Out and the Aeronaut Brewing Company in Somerville is taking the classic pairing in a novel direction.
http://www.wbur.org/artery/2017/07/31/music-on-a-beer-can
5 ways to make wine taste better in summer
So before you dump that bottle out, here are five suggestions for making a wine taste better in summertime.
http://www.masslive.com/entertainment/index.ssf/2017/07/wine_press_5_ways_to_make_wine.html
Enjoy 3 Glasses of Wine a Day? This 29-Year Study Says You Might Live Till You’re 85
Don’t get too happy. But getting a little happy might be in order.
https://www.inc.com/chris-matyszczyk/enjoy-3-glasses-of-wine-a-day-this-29-year-study-h.html
All About Albariño Wine
Albariño (“alba-reen-yo”) is a high-quality, light-bodied white wine that grows primarily in Spain and Portugal. It’s loved for its high acidity, refreshing citrus flavors, dry taste, and subtle saltiness. For seafood lovers, Albariño is a fantastic choice for food pairing with exquisite dishes like ceviche, fish tacos, seafood pasta, and shrimp.
http://winefolly.com/review/all-about-albarino-wine/
Hit or myth: Should we obey the seven rules of wine?
Researchers from the University of California, Davis, the experts came to the conclusion that wine shouldn’t always be allowed to breathe, that the traditional pairings with fish and meat are not set in stone, and that a bottle of red can benefit from some time spent in the fridge.
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/food-and-drink/wine/hit-myth-should-obey-seven-rules-wine/
Beer Alignment Chart
We’re all different drinkers with different preferences. When it comes to finding out what’s going to hit the right spot, where do you land?
https://oct.co/essays/octobers-beer-alignment-chart?utm_source=oct_nl_
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT PROSECCO
In essence, key to the character of Prosecco is the location, grape variety and the production method.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2017/08/everything-you-need-to-know-about-prosecco/
Your summer beer party guide, plus how to select the perfect keg
Don’t stress about the beer run; here are tips on brews with which to fill your cooler.
Wine and weed: An economic match made in heaven?
California wine grapes have a cash value of about $5 billion annually compared to an estimated $7 billion for the state’s marijuana crop
http://www.petaluma360.com/news/7273650-181/wine-and-weed-an-economic?artslide=0
5 reasons you should drink this new type of sparkling wine now
Now, there’s a new kid on the block: Pét-nat.
That strange term is slang for pétillant-naturel, a French term that basically means naturally sparkling.
http://www.mercurynews.com/2017/08/04/trend-alert-five-reasons-you-should-drink-pet-nat-wines-now/
7 Science-Backed Ways Beer Is Good for Your Health
A beer a day may keep the doctor away.
https://www.nbcnews.com/better/health/7-science-backed-ways-beer-good-your-health-ncna788986
Meet Black Chardonnay
A nearly forgotten technique for exceptional wines has some producers going back to black
DNA to Define Your Wine Tastes
Science wants to work out your wine preferences by DNA profiling
https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2017/08/dna-to-define-your-wine-tastes
Wine Expert Explains Why Screw Tops Are Better Than Corks On Wine Bottles
Forget the corkscrew.
Bottles of rose, red, and white wine, in the vineyard.
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/screw-top-wine_us_59834fc1e4b06d488874ba2d
What’s Wrong with Your Wine: 7 Common Problems
How to tell if you should send back the bottle.
http://www.foodandwine.com/wine/whats-wrong-your-wine-7-common-problems
Beer Styles Explained, From IPA To Pilsner And Beyond
It’s time you learned your IPAs from your Pale Ales.
Ruffles does craft beer pairings
Potato chips go well with beer, and Frito Lay has paired versions of Ruffles chips with craft beers from across the country
The Mouse Crisis
It sometimes came up on red wines but never on whites. Now, the stuff is everywhere, even on sparkling wines. This mouse has gone wild. Right now it is a far larger problem than cork taint
http://www.alicefeiring.com/blog/2017/08/the-mouse-crisis.html
An introduction to Alsace Gewurztraminer – the extrovert of wine
Get to know the explosively aromatic wine; from how to pronounce the variety, to the best food pairings to enjoy with a bottle.
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/food-and-drink/wine/alsace/gewurztraminer-guide/
What you need to know about Chilean wine
Things have changed since then — since 20 or 30 years ago — and a lot of the changes have been for the better
http://www.chicagotribune.com/dining/drink/wine/sc-chilean-wine-food-0804-20170802-column.html
A GUIDE TO BEER GLASS VARIETIES
One of the most important parts of serving a quality beer is serving it in the right kind of glass
https://www.pjponline.com/help/article/a-guide-to-beer-glass-varieties/
In the market for fine wine? Don’t get burned
Anybody who’s going to spend a decent amount of money purchasing wine, whether it’s pre-arrival or futures or even buying old and rare wine in the secondary market, it behooves the buyer to do a little bit of research online
Doubleback double down
Drew Bledsoe Winery and wine line expansion
New App
Taste, a new app that crowdsources restaurant and bar reviews, has launched in 29 U.S. markets. The app offers a twist on the concept of user generated reviews: instead of rating a restaurant on a numeric scale, Taste’s users choose a favorite restaurant in each of the app’s categories (coffee, burgers, drinks) and the app displays whichever restaurants receive the most votes. Taste is available for free for iPhones and can be found on the App Store.
Low Calorie Beer: More Choices than Ever…But Be Careful!
There are still no light craft beers out there.
US STATE ISSUES WARNING OVER COPPER COCKTAIL MUGS
High concentrations of copper are poisonous and can cause foodborne illness, it said, as copper can leach into foods when it comes into contact with acidic foods.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2017/08/us-state-issues-warning-over-copper-cocktail-mugs/
Beer-pong-loving golfers have another new product to take to the tailgate
Where Beer Pong Golf seems to have found a niche is with the ability to customize each board. For fans of sports teams, the company has a customizable slot at the top that allows you to pair your love of a particular team with the board.
5 Top Grapes Behind Italian White Wines
Let’s have a look at the grapes behind this historic, and inspirational country’s white wine.
http://socialvignerons.com/2017/08/08/5-top-grapes-behind-italian-white-wines/
Six Ways Wine and Weed are Similar — and One Major Difference
Surprisingly there appear to be many similarities between the wine and cannabis industries, which suggest potential collaboration and mutual support. However, there is one major looming difference as well. Following are the six key similarities between wine and weed:
https://www.winebusiness.com/news/?go=getArticle&dataid=188022
New Jim Beam
Beam Suntory has extended Jim Beam with a new Vanilla flavor. Jim Beam Vanilla is a blend of Kentucky straight Bourbon whiskey with Madagascar vanilla bean liqueur. The new entry is at 70 proof and retails at $16 a 750-ml. bottle. Joining Apple, Kentucky Fire, Honey and Red Stag in the Jim Beam flavor range, Jim Beam Vanilla is debuting nationwide across the on- and off-premise markets.
New Gansett
Rhode Island-based Narragansett Beer has released Bancroft Up or Down Ale, the latest entry in the brewer’s collaborative Hi Neighbor Mash-Up series. Created in partnership with Rhode Island’s Bancroft Tennis Company, Bancroft Up or Down Ale is a 4.2%-abv brew made with Cascade and Chinook hops. The new offering will be available in six packs of 16-ounce cans ($10.99), distributed across New England, New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Washington D.C., Maryland, Kentucky, North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida and Virginia, as well as Portland, Oregon and Nashville and Chattanooga, Tennessee.
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Franklin Adult Education 2017 Classes
Popping The Cork On Sparking Wines
Tuesday Nov 21st 7PM
Sparkling wines are used in celebrating many life’s best moments. At this education/tasting event we will explore all things bubbly. What are the methods in making these wines? What is true Champagne? What makes Prosecco different from Cava? To answer these questions we will explore sparkling from all parts of the world.
https://reg.abcsignup.com/reg/event_page.aspx?ek=0079-0003-f8511aaf65114435aa7d53af6a9687f0
Medway Community Education Winter Programs
Thursday, September 21 Noble Grape Varieties
A great introduction to the basics of wine grapes and the six varieties that produce most of the wines that consumers are familiar with. We’ll discuss what makes these grapes so special, where you’ll see them grown, and which famous wines you’ll find them in. And of course we’ll taste all six!
Tuesday, October 17 Decoding American Wine Labels
Many people buy wines based on label only. Do you? In this valuable class we’ll explain all the truths and lies on an American wine label. Knowing this information will help you get more value for your money, understand how to figure out if a wine is a generic commercial wine or a hand-made artisanal bottling, and clues to what it’s going to taste like. After this event buying wine will never be the same!
Thursday, December 7 Decoding European Wine Labels
OK, so you understand an American wine label, but European labelling follows an entirely different set of rules, and can be confusing and intimidating. We’ll walk you through the method behind French, Italian, Spanish, and German labels, and help you understand what they’re telling you. You’ll leave with the confidence to buy that bottle of Bordeaux or Spatlese!
Sign Ups Soon
Tri-County Adult Education
French Wine Scholar Programs
Vinitas WineWorks LLC, Tri-County Adult Education, and Franklin Liquors are excited to announce the Fall session of the French Wine Scholar Certification program!
Now you don’t have to go to Boston for this world-class French wine course! Set yourself apart from your peers and specialize in the wines of France. Gain the confidence to taste, sell, and speak meaningfully about all aspects of French wine, from Champagne to Bordeaux and everything in between. Pass the exam and earn the title French Wine Scholar and FWS post-nominal.
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.
http://www.tri-county.tc/wine-scholar-program
Italian Wine Tasting/Education
Thursday Sept 14th 7PM
Let’s take a tasting tour around Italy. We will discuss regions, laws, and explore unique wines from all over Italy. Don’t let wines from Italy confuse you; learn what grapes grow best where and more!
https://registration.xenegrade.com/tri-county/courseDisplay.cfm?schID=2340
WINE TASTING 101
Tuesday Oct 10th 7PM
This wine tasting and educational class will help you develop your wine profile.
We will explore the 5 steps in how to taste wine. The results of this will make you a better wine taster and buyer and develop your unique wine profile. With this profile you can walk into any store or restaurant and explain what you like.
What do you smell? Do you like oaked or unoaked wines? Why do we swirl and spit?
We will talk about wine technology that can assist in building your palate.
Exploring French Wine Regions
Thursday Nov 9th 7PM
Lets take a tasting tour around France.
We will discuss regions, laws and explore unique wines from Champagne to the Southwest. Don’t let wines from France confuse you, learn what grapes grow best where and so much more!
https://registration.xenegrade.com/tri-county/courseDisplay.cfm?schID=2342
Popping The Cork On Sparking Wines
Tuesday Nov 21st 7PM
Sparkling wines are used in celebrating many life’s best moments. At this education/tasting event we will explore all things bubbly. What are the methods in making these wines? What is true Champagne? What makes Prosecco different from Cava? To answer these questions we will explore sparkling from all parts of the world.
Sign Ups Soon!
COMING SOON!
Foxborough
Milford
Franklin Library Book Club
Do you like wine? Do you like books? Join us for a special Wine Tasting & Book Club Meeting at Franklin Liquors. Kim Shipala, Assistant Library Director at the Franklin Public Library, will lead a discussion of the novel, while Kim Simone of Vinitas Wineworks and Mark of Franklin Liquors will do a tasting of the wines mentioned in the book.
The book discussion is free, but the wine tastings are $10 each. Space is limited to 40 participants. To register, either visit the library’s website or call Kim Shipala at 508-520-4943.
Food And Wine Events
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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
Our Wine Education/Events Partner
Kim Simone
Liquor Industry News/Links 08-07-17
August 7, 2017
Liquor Industry News/Links
The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)
By: Mark C Lenzi
CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, IWS*
08-07-2017
We Want Your Corks!
Did you know we are a cork-recycling center?
We have partnered with ReCORK, North America’s largest natural wine cork recycling program.
Did you know?
Every year, the equivalent of over 31 billion bottles of wine are consumed worldwide. Too many of the corks used as stoppers in these bottles are thrown away and litter our landfills.
Want to check if your cork can be recycled?
CORKwatch is a database of wines with natural corks curated by wine lovers for wine lovers.
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Liquor Industry Week In Review
The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)
This Weeks Highlights:
New Products
Era of wine shop specialists waning
Wine trade secrets revealed at OIV Wine Marketing Program
Men in supermarkets
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Franklin Liquors New Daily Newspaper
The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW)
Our Daily Wine Newspaper
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The best beer and brewery in each state
Zymurgy, a magazine published by the American Homebrewers Association, asked its readers to nominate their 20 favorite beers available in the U.S. The following is a look at what was then determined to be the top beers and breweries in each state.
Why Beer + Wine Apps Are Thriving
Liquor industry sales jumped 4.5% in the U.S. in 2016, and in America alone, alcohol is a $220 billion industry. It’s no surprise, then, that the app ecosystem for alcohol — especially beer and wine — is fairly robust.
http://info.localytics.com/blog/cheers-why-beer-wine-apps-are-thriving?success=true
Wine glass necklaces are here for anyone who wants to drink wine on the go
Hands-free wine, it’s the future, probably.
Scientists to settle dispute over taste of wine in bottles with corks versus screw caps
They are going to study wine drinkers’ brains while they sip. The event, Neuroenological Tasting—The Grand Cork Experiment
https://phys.org/news/2017-07-scientists-dispute-wine-bottles-corks.html
A Guide to Pairing Sake and Dessert
Sake need not be reserved exclusively for sushi night.
https://www.musingsbytheglass.com/musings/sakeconfectionhypothesis
Do We Still Need Sommeliers in Restaurants?
Restaurant operators and wine directors weigh in with wine service models they’ve found successful, and discuss the evolving roles of wine professionals on the floor
Is Your Beverage Salmon-Safe?
Beer, wine, and spirits producers in the Pacific Northwest are leading the charge to protect salmon habitats
The Science of Smoke Taint
How fires near vineyards can affect a wine’s sensory details, imparting smoky aromas and putting the wine at risk
https://daily.sevenfifty.com/the-science-of-smoke-taint/
Men in supermarkets
Women, as they do the grocery shopping, are picking up the mass-market brands and private label wines that represent the majority of the world’s vinous output.
Surveys are showing that up to 49% of all US households have a man doing the grocery shopping. There are plenty of reasons for this, from the rise of single male households, to changing gender roles, to a growing interest in food and cooking.
https://www.meininger.de/en/wine-business-international/men-supermarkets
Simplifying Germany’s Label Game
Modern German labels break with tradition in the best sense of the word. They’re eye-catching, simple, stylish and not full of meaningless information.
https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2017/07/simplifying-germany-s-label-game
The Big Guys Of Wine
How to: perfectly pair beer and summer appetizers
These simple apps take minutes to make; add in the perfect beer and your festivities will last for hours.
Smirnoff marks Watermelon Day with new flavor
Released ahead of National Watermelon Day (3 August), Smirnoff Sourced Watermelon is made with Smirnoff No. 21 and real fruit juice from concentrate, along with other “natural flavors” and is recommended kept refrigerated once opened.
https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2017/07/smirnoff-marks-watermelon-day-with-new-flavour/
NY RESTAURANT ENFORCES ‘ONE DRINK’ POLICY ON PARENTS
A New York restaurant has banned at least one adult dining with children from drinking more than one alcoholic beverage in a bid to reduce collisions caused by drink driving.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2017/07/ny-restaurant-enforces-one-drink-policy-on-parents/
Total Wine Claims Victory In Massachusetts Pricing Suit
Massachusetts judge Robert B. Gordon has sided with Total Wine & More in the retailer’s suit over spirits pricing against the state Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission. Gordon ruled that alcohol retailers like Total Wine may pass on bulk discounts to consumers.
In January, Total Wine’s Massachusetts licenses were suspended by the ABCC for allegedly selling liquor below cost. The retailer claimed that the ABCC was ignoring bulk discounts the company was set to receive from wholesalers once the retailer ordered sufficient quantities of liquors, effectively misinterpreting the true cost of the goods. In his decision, Gordon wrote “there was clearly no predatory pricing carried out in this case” and these types of discounts are what “the law should promote rather than punish.” In a statement, Total called the decision “a victory for consumers and a validation of Total Wine & More’s commitment to lawfully provide consumers access to the best values possible on the products we carry Massachusetts.”
However, Judge Gordon did not rule on Total Wine’s argument that the Massachusetts price floor violates U.S. anti-trust laws. Retailers are still prohibited from selling liquor below cost in the state. Total Wine’s victory merely allows companies to more accurately adjust prices based on volume discounts. According to the Boston Globe, the ABCC has not decided whether to appeal.
New Coppola in Cans
California’s Francis Ford Coppola Winery has released its Diamond Collection white wines in 250-ml cans. The brand’s Pinot Grigio, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc are now available in four-packs for a suggested retail price of $19.99 at the winery, online and in select retailers and on-premise locations throughout the U.S. The new releases follow Coppola’s Sofia Blanc de Blancs sparkling wine and Sofia Rosé in cans; the former was the company’s first foray into canned wine, launched in 2004. The Diamond Collection was roughly flat at 1 million cases in the U.S. last year, according to Impact Databank
Follow the Leader – Ridge’s Historic 2016 Monte Bello Will Be 100% from Organic Grapes
Labeling the words “organic” on the bottle – even if it’s just the back label – is the only way you will find out who’s not using Roundup (glyphosate), which, as of July 7, will be labeled officially as a carcinogen in the state of California. So, ask wineries to step it up – and follow the leader, Ridge
Oktoberfest Is Out
Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. has released Oktoberfest 2017, a German-style fest beer brewed in collaboration with Germany’s Brauhaus Miltenberger. Brewers from both companies met at Sierra Nevada’s Mills River, North Carolina brewery to create a malt-driven, traditional Oktoberfest lager balanced by German hops. The 6.1%-abv beer is available on draft and in six-packs of 12-ounce bottles and cans nationwide. Oktoberfest 2017 is the third collaborative beer the company has produced for Oktoberfest.
FRAUD SCANDAL ROCKS FRANCE’S LEADING BULK BOTTLER
It is alleged that part of the fraud included passing off as much as 300,000 hectolitres (over 3m cases) of wine classified as Vin de France as Côtes du Rhône, Châteauneuf du Pape and other AOC.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2017/08/fraud-scandal-rocks-frances-leading-bulk-bottler/
UPS pumps up wine and spirits shipping services
UPS is helping wineries reach consumers living in 24 of the top 35 wine importing countries, and distilleries in 9 of the top 25 spirit importing countries
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Consumers Short-changed Again on Shipping
The accessibility of wine is being reduced as delivery companies police the shipping law instead of state agencies.
https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2017/08/consumers-short-changed-again-on-shipping
Piedmont Growers Go Nuts over Barbera
Worldwide demand for hazelnut spread is luring growers into planting nuts instead of grapes
https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2017/07/piedmont-growers-go-nuts-over-barbera
The Future is Bright for US Wine in 2017: Statistics from 2016 Paint Rosy Picture
Positive Stats for US Wine Industry in 2016
Revenues for US Wine Sales = estimated $39.8 billion, a 5% increase from 2015 (Wines & Vines, 2017)
Total US Wine Sales Revenue including imports = estimated $60 billion (Wines & Vines, & BW166, 2017)
Total Cases Shipped = 399 million, up 3% from 2015 (GFAWine, 2017)
Growth: 2016 is the 24th consecutive year of grown for US wine sales
Wine trade secrets revealed at OIV Wine Marketing Program
Eye opening read about the big wine companies!
Constellation spends $51 million a year on digital advertising now, up from $4 million 7 years ago.
http://blog.wblakegray.com/2017/07/wine-trade-secrets-revealed-at-oiv-wine.html
Beer recommendations for rosé lovers
There are many craft beers that offer flavor and character akin to a light and refreshing rosé.
CLOUDY BEER? WHAT THE SEDIMENT IN YOUR GLASS IS ALL ABOUT
Call it sediment, flakies, yeasties, or whatever you want, it’s here to stay.
Grapes of the Rhone Valley: Picardan
Picardan is rare nowadays, but its first mention in the historical record from 1715 talks about it being “very common”, with “greenish, sweet and soft berries”.1 It was cultivated under various names, including Araignan Blanc, Oeillade Blanche, and Gallet, in much of the south of France
http://tablascreek.typepad.com/tablas/2017/07/grapes-of-the-rhone-valley-picardan.html
Flavor scientists create a lexicon of terms to describe nuances of rum
Researchers at the University of Illinois were interested in creating a rum flavor lexicon, but needed to find a way around the biggest problem with tasting rum—sensory fatigue.
https://phys.org/news/2017-07-flavor-scientists-lexicon-terms-nuances.html
Pretend To Buy A Bunch Of Wine Based On How The Bottle Looks And We’ll Guess Your Age
Fun to try pick wines and will guess your age. Mine was high by 8 years.
10 Unconventional Wine Pairings: What to Drink With Hot Dogs, Scrambled Eggs, Elote, and More
You can drink wine with practically everything. Truly. Chicago-style hotdog? Toasted marshmallows? Salt and vinegar potato chips? Scrambled eggs? There’s a wine for each and every one of these dishes.
Nightmare food and wine matches – From the sommeliers
It’s their profession, but even sommeliers struggle sometimes. We find out some of their toughest food and wine pairings…
http://www.decanter.com/learn/nightmare-food-wine-matches-sommeliers-372763/#SJVTFYT2y9R3t8gA.99
Love Pairing Beer and Food? Check Out the Updated Beer and Food Course
Whether you’re a culinary novice or an expert, this course is filled with copious amounts of information that will improve your beer and food offerings
https://www.craftbeer.com/news/craftbeer-com-news/craftbeer-updated-beer-and-food-course
WHAT IS TENNESSEE WHISKEY?
Made up of a minimum 51 percent corn and aged in new charred oak for at least two years, the final product comes in at around 40 percent alcohol.
GUIDE TO PORTUGUESE WINE
You are probably inclined to think that Portugal is only famous for its sweet Ports, or even it’s less popular (but still well-known) island wine, Madeira. Yeah those wines are chill and all, but nowhere as cool as the hidden gems that Portugal’s still table wine has to offer.
https://thebacklabel.com/guide-to-portugese-wine/
Trust us, there is logic behind wine pricing
What causes prices to be the way they are? Basic economics would dictate a limited supply of product would be the first to cause a price elevation, but expert opinions also have an elevating effect.
Sunday liquor sales will start this weekend in Minnesota just in time for the big July 4th weekend. At Bridgeview Liquor in Moorhead, a sign draws attention to a summer wine sale Friday, June 30, 2017. Dave Wallis / The Forum
http://www.wctrib.com/4302806-trust-us-there-logic-behind-wine-pricing
All about fake oak
What is fake oak? Why do winemakers use it instead of oak barrels? How can I spot it?
https://www.winecurmudgeon.com/all-about-fake-oak/
Are You Team Pinot Or Team Pot?
The battle between the Wagner family and their neighbors could be a sign of clashes to come as cannabis becomes a legal crop in more states. Wine producers fear for their grapes if weed grows nearby; weed growers say those fears are unfounded.
https://www.buzzfeed.com/alysonmartin/pinot-vs-pot?utm_term=.kkEgPMZ6GL#.munyBmlNv2
EXPERT REVEALS GERMAN WINE SECRETS
Germany is well known for superior winemaking, perfectly evolved grape varieties, and of course terroir.
http://www.snooth.com/articles/expert-reveals-german-wine-secrets/
World’s Top 5 Vineyard Operators
Is mead barrel-aging the next big thing in beer?
Mead-makers have begun to age more of their creations inside oak, opening up a whole new world of flavor possibilities for brewers.
Veraison: When Grapes Turn Red
One of the most important moments in a grapevine’s annual lifecycle is the onset of ripening, when the grapes turn from green to red and naturally begin to sweeten. The French call this process veraison (“verr-ray-zohn”). Veraison also occurs in white grapes, but without the color changes–white grapes simply become more translucent.
http://winefolly.com/review/veraison-when-grapes-turn-red/?mc_cid=ad3170f661&mc_eid=d73340fcba
Introducing … perfume that smells like vino.
Jones’ New York-based company, Kelly + Jones, sells a variety of wine-related perfumes, including chardonnay and cabernet. But Notes of Rosé is especially delicious.
http://www.freep.com/story/life/shopping/georgea-kovanis/2017/07/27/rose-wine-perfume/501257001/
Era of wine shop specialists waning
As wine retailers grow larger and larger these days, and smaller shops struggle, some of the mass marketing concepts (think supermarkets) I once read about have come back into play. But with fine wine, they can never replace the human touch.
http://www.pressdemocrat.com/lifestyle/7199951-181/berger-on-wine-era-of
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