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The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

By: Mark C Lenzi

CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, IWS*

10-29-2018

Liquor Industry Week In Review

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

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

AND MORE!

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.

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.

https://napavalleyregister.com/news/local/faust-or-faustini-who-gets-to-be-napa-valley-wine/article_6e23fa90-dce4-5b80-b3c6-25b2f902cd76.html

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

https://vinepair.com/articles/the-differences-between-chianti-chianti-classico-chianti-classico-riserva-and-chianti-classico-gran-selezione/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=510dba4f47-Oct_16_2018&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-510dba4f47-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-510dba4f47-38937345&mc_cid=510dba4f47&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Why Are New England IPAs So Expensive?

The same factors that make New England IPAs (NEIPAs) popular also contribute to their higher price points.

https://vinepair.com/articles/neipa-cost-beer-brewing/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=510dba4f47-Oct_16_2018&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-510dba4f47-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-510dba4f47-38937345&mc_cid=510dba4f47&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

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!

https://www.epicurious.com/expert-advice/how-to-chill-beer-5-ways-to-frost-your-ale-and-lager-article

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

http://www.patriotledger.com/news/20181016/big-box-liquor-store-gets-braintree-boards-ok-despite-opposition

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

https://www.boston.com/food/restaurants/2018/10/16/massachusetts-master-sommeliers-respond-to-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.

https://www.reporternews.com/story/life/2018/10/16/gus-clemens-how-find-10-wine-youll-love/1619446002/

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.

https://www.reuters.com/article/us-global-wine-oiv/world-wine-output-falls-to-60-year-low-idUSKBN1HV12G

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.

https://vinepair.com/articles/miller-beer-lite/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=65cdfb77d0-Oct_18_2018&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-65cdfb77d0-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-65cdfb77d0-38937345&mc_cid=65cdfb77d0&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

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.

https://winefolly.com/update/10-commandments-of-wine/?utm_campaign=10%2F18%2F2018+-+Weekly%3A+10+Commandments+of+Wine+%28HSZfFj%29&utm_medium=email&_ke=eyJrbF9lbWFpbCI6ICJmcmFua2xpbmxpcXVvcnNAdmVyaXpvbi5uZXQiLCAia2xfY29tcGFueV9pZCI6ICJRZE5ZNHkifQ%3D%3D&utm_source=Wine+Folly

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.

http://www.gofermentor.com

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.

https://www.nationalgeographic.com.au/australia/what-if-you-could-pair-your-favorite-song-with-wine.aspx

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.

https://vinepair.com/articles/best-beer-pizza-pairings-infographic/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=ab02c2095f-Oct_19_2018&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-ab02c2095f-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-ab02c2095f-38937345&mc_cid=ab02c2095f&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

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.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/joannafantozzi/2018/10/19/the-ultimate-guide-to-pairing-halloween-candy-with-wine/#4cbb192975fb

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.

http://www.nydailynews.com/consumer-reviews/sns-bestreviews-kitchen-ways-to-make-cheaper-wines-taste-more-expensive-bestreviews-20181019-story.html

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October 22, 2018

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Liquor Industry News/Links

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

By: Mark C Lenzi

CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, IWS*

10-22-2018

Liquor Industry Week In Review

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

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

AND MORE!

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.

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

https://www.ciencia-e-vinho.com/2018/10/07/give-artificial-taste-and-olfactory-intelligence-for-automatic-wine-analysis/

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.

https://vinepair.com/articles/dos-donts-martini-recipe/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=3775589051-Oct_09_2018&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-3775589051-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-3775589051-38937345&mc_cid=3775589051&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

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?

https://thetakeout.com/what-are-dry-hopped-vs-wet-hopped-ipas-beer-1829527980?utm_source=Daily+Brew&utm_campaign=ef75df1074-The+Daily+Brew%3A+January+11%2C+2018_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_935b7e0b70-ef75df1074-36686829

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/

https://www.winespectator.com/webfeature/show/id/Questions-Surrounding-Blind-Tasting-Exam-Leave-23-New-Master-Sommeliers-in-Limbo

A Technology Company’s New Way To Gather Data For Wine Marketing

Great story in Forbes about Quini.

We love and use it!

https://www.forbes.com/sites/thomaspellechia/2018/10/09/a-technology-companys-new-way-to-gather-data-for-wine-marketing/#76eec05f4975

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.

https://www.reporternews.com/story/life/2018/10/09/cheap-value-wine-juice-bottle-cork-flavor-gus-clemens/1534109002/

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.

https://ktvl.com/news/local/sen-merkley-calls-for-investigation-of-california-wine-labeled-as-oregonian

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?

https://foodandwineaesthetics.com/2018/10/11/are-wine-reviews-aimed-primarily-at-purchasing-decisions/

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.

https://vinepair.com/buy-this-booze/best-cocktail-cherries-2018/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=132ebb62f2-Oct_12_2018&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-132ebb62f2-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-132ebb62f2-38937345&mc_cid=132ebb62f2&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

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.

https://vinepair.com/articles/map-states-most-craft-breweries-2018/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=132ebb62f2-Oct_12_2018&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-132ebb62f2-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-132ebb62f2-38937345&mc_cid=132ebb62f2&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

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?

http://www.drinkmemag.com/the-washington-redskins-announce-teams-new-ale/?utm_source=Drink+Me+Magazine+Newsletter&utm_campaign=2f9cfd1a77-&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_8b636854cb-2f9cfd1a77-144602285&mc_cid=2f9cfd1a77&mc_eid=db3f4d9053

The Pros and Cons of Shelf Talkers

Retailers discuss shelf talkers as a marketing tool—and share their most effective strategies for creating them

https://daily.sevenfifty.com/the-pros-and-cons-of-shelf-talkers/?utm_campaign=SevenFifty%20Daily%20Weekly%20Digest&utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&utm_content=66622876&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-_NWAPBE7kF_pOVtgfpw7f9tG60Wa_Q-dLdFL7irzSB2WselaG1XkMvOc1Q-DeTl8_4CwUseFFwn9HksM_yK-Hb0mA-Ad7jaeLPnIwOXBuJNWbdq78&_hsmi=66622743

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.

https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/food/what-does-it-mean-to-say-a-wine-has-good-structure/2018/10/11/5532b21c-cd88-11e8-a3e6-44daa3d35ede_story.html?noredirect=on&utm_term=.f6e1eeb77959

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

https://www.businessinsider.co.za/wine-in-cans-is-massively-popular-in-the-us-heres-why-south-africans-arent-keen-yet-2018-10

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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Liquor Industry News/Links 10-15-18

October 15, 2018

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This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

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

https://vinepair.com/cocktail-recipe/fiery-caramel-apple-hot-toddy-cocktail-recipe/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=b5ac158178-Oct_01_2018&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-b5ac158178-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-b5ac158178-38937345&mc_cid=b5ac158178&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

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.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/jeanettehurt/2018/09/30/sommelier-develops-plastic-wine-glasses-that-double-as-good-wine-glasses/#1925b37b15fe

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.

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-6223913/Titanic-shipping-firms-letter-apologising-losing-69-cases-wine-uncovered.html

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

https://www.winecurmudgeon.com/four-things-to-know-about-the-rose-boom-and-that-dont-have-anything-to-do-with-instagram-or-memes/

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.

https://vinepair.com/articles/milkshake-ipa-guide/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=24be4bd24e-Oct_02_2018&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-24be4bd24e-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-24be4bd24e-38937345&mc_cid=24be4bd24e&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

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.

https://vinepair.com/articles/differences-cointreau-triple-sec-grand-marnier/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=24be4bd24e-Oct_02_2018&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-24be4bd24e-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-24be4bd24e-38937345&mc_cid=24be4bd24e&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

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

https://daily.sevenfifty.com/the-science-of-ice-in-cocktails/?utm_campaign=SevenFifty%20Daily%20Weekly%20Digest&utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&utm_content=66345692&_hsenc=p2ANqtz–_YKopAhQdoWTUHLnWfZ03x4ZdQ4Ozp2YmCB3pys6x64WTWGfopY8Qat7E4xCoMdNWVGqJok1SV-CbemHGN5ApGa2A2IRtVPHRObrDJqCJwP7Pg6Q&_hsmi=66346489

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?

https://video.winespectator.com/play/id/5839426030001/name/Wine_101:_How_to_Serve_Wine_Like_a_Pro?utm_medium=email&utm_source=Sips-Tips-100218&utm_campaign=SipsTips100218

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.

https://vinepair.com/articles/everything-you-never-knew-about-chianti/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=0b2afcb9c9-Oct_03_2018&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-0b2afcb9c9-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-0b2afcb9c9-38937345&mc_cid=0b2afcb9c9&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

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.

https://vinepair.com/booze-news/drunk-personality-study/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=0b2afcb9c9-Oct_03_2018&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-0b2afcb9c9-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-0b2afcb9c9-38937345&mc_cid=0b2afcb9c9&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

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.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/katiebell/2018/10/02/what-do-winemakers-worry-about-in-napa-its-not-wildfires/#2d6813f8bf7c

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.

https://vinepair.com/articles/swiss-hotel-wine-cellar-war-history/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=e994c9c2ed-Oct_04_2018&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-e994c9c2ed-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-e994c9c2ed-38937345

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.

http://www.weny.com/story/39224534/rodney-strong-wine-estates-announces-launch-of-rowen-wine-company#

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?

https://vinepair.com/articles/the-booze-to-pair-with-your-favorite-halloween-candy-infographic/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=30ec8ab041-Oct_05_2018&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-30ec8ab041-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-30ec8ab041-38937345&mc_cid=30ec8ab041&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

HOW, WHEN, AND WHY TO RIM YOUR COCKTAIL GLASS

Presentation is important, but thoughtfully rimming your cocktail is about more than good looks.

https://vinepair.com/articles/how-rim-cocktail-salt-margarita/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=30ec8ab041-Oct_05_2018&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-30ec8ab041-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-30ec8ab041-38937345&mc_cid=30ec8ab041&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

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.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/jillbarth/2018/10/04/five-things-to-know-about-home-wine-delivery/#7b0778527648

HEALTHY OR HARMFUL: HOW MUCH WINE SHOULD WE REALLY BE DRINKING?

Do the health benefits of drinking wine in moderation outweigh the detriments?

https://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/food-and-drink/wine-drink-risk-health-benefits-cancer-heart-death-how-much-safe-drinking-units-a8569071.html

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.

https://www.ruralnewsgroup.co.nz/wine-grower/wg-general-news/identifying-wine-with-fingerprint-technology

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.

http://www.drinkmemag.com/is-your-tailgate-party-a-bit-flat-spritz-it-up/?utm_source=Drink+Me+Magazine+Newsletter&utm_campaign=604dc350a9-&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_8b636854cb-604dc350a9-144602285&mc_cid=604dc350a9&mc_eid=db3f4d9053

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

https://www.forbes.com/sites/johnmariani/2018/10/05/which-comes-first-the-wine-or-the-cheese/#69b950c53914

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.

https://www.irishtimes.com/life-and-style/food-and-drink/drink/alcohol-and-wine-what-s-in-a-number-1.3639828

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.

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-6243621/Is-wine-good-Graphic-reveals-scientists-conflicting-claims.html

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Franklin Wine Club Exploring Tre Monti Wines

October 15, 2018

Franklin Wine Club

Exploring Tre Monti Wines

An Education And Tasting

Thursday October 11th 2018

Exploring Tre Monti Wines

Host: Natalie D’Alessandro Volpe

From Emilia-Romagna Italy Tre Monti traces its origins back to the early 1960s with the inspiration of Sergio Navacchia and of his wife Thea, who for years was the real driving force behind the winery until her death in 1989.

The heart of the winery lies in the center of the farm estate in Imola, where only estate-grown grapes are vinified. All of the vineyards are managed according to the principles of sustainable viticulture, which mandate inter-row cover-cropping and the lowest possible use of unnatural products.

All of this so that the final wine is the perfect expression of everything around its environment. Tre Monti became certified organic in 2014.

About Natalie:

Natalie D’Alessandro Volpe is a Wine Broker of fine Italian wines for NDV Wine Agents, LLC.

Natalie currently represents a portfolio of exceptional wine varietals from regions throughout Italy, including Emilia Romagna, Piedmont, Tuscany, Lombardy, Veneto and Puglia. She works primarily with small family owned vineyards that practice sustainable and organic farming, and enjoys introducing her clients to grapes that are obscure and or indigenous to the region. In addition to her wine brokerage, Natalie is certified as an Italian Wine Specialist through the North American Sommelier Association, and conducts staff training, wine dinners and educational talks and seminars.

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2017 Albana di Romagna

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2017 Poche Ore Rosé

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2017 Campo di Mezzo Sangiovese

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2015 Petrignone Riserva Sangiovese

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2015 Thea Sangiovese Superiore Riserva

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October 8, 2018

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New Products

THE FIVE BEST BLOODY MARY MIXES, TASTED AND RANKED

Beer lovers, listen up: New book has some life hacks for you

The science behind those painful wine headaches

AND MORE!

New MA Beer Distributor

Homegrown Distribution, a new distribution company spun off from Massachusetts Beverage Alliance, will begin operations on October 1. The spinoff will handle distribution for brands including Brewmaster Jack, Grimm, Captain Lawrence, Slumbrew, Lone Pine, Foley Brothers, King’s Highway Fine Cider, and Vermont Craft Mead in Massachusetts. Homegrown will also distribute beers from beyond the Northeast, like Almanac, Brauhaus Riegele, Coronado, DC Brau, and others, from time to time. The new distribution company is based out of Massachusetts Beverage Alliance’s 40,000-square-foot facility in Bellingham, Massachusetts.

The Key to Mastering Margaritas Is Attention to Detail

Here are six dos and don’ts for mastering Margaritas.

Tracing the Origin Story of Grower Champagne

Author David White defines the key players and developments that shaped the now-popular category

https://daily.sevenfifty.com/tracing-the-origin-story-of-grower-champagne/?utm_campaign=SevenFifty%20Daily%20Weekly%20Digest&utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&utm_content=66157724&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-_jclaks7aclOUg9AvqQM0vmUvFm__EQ8u7BkvKZcE3OHbzMOo4pbhawjsTsZnyfNqufWrN9OvIa2zDdUljOd7uutOYT8Jn3oIjGmxazcL5yQ9Zs7Q&_hsmi=66158229

A Clash Between Cotton and Cabernet?

Texas vintners say drifting pesticides are killing their vines

https://www.winespectator.com/webfeature/show/id/A-Clash-Between-Cotton-and-Cabernet

Creating an international language of wine

Which begs the question: how can Chinese translators accurately portray Western wine language?

https://www.meininger.de/en/wine-business-international/creating-international-language-of-wine

Why I Grapple With Grappa

Grappa may be to parts of Europe what tequila is often to Americans—a fiery lozenge shotted down the gullet to wake the senses, steam the throat and catch a buzz. But good quality production can lead both drinks to being far more.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/tmullen/2018/09/21/why-i-grapple-with-grappa/#6861baea42d5

A Tech Sheet Manifesto

A tech sheet, if not familiar, is a single page document about a specific wine usually written by the winery or in some cases the importer or distributor. The sheet lists all the pertinent technical information about the wine including how and where the fruit was grown, how the wine made and aged, and potentially much more. Tech sheets are important

http://www.timgaiser.com/blog/a-tech-sheet-manifesto

THE PHYSICAL IMPACT OF SOIL AND SELECTION ON LODI ZINFANDELS

The Lodi Native project has endeavored to demonstrate the distinctions in terms of sensory qualities manifested in the wines. But each year, the differences are actually demonstrable in comparisons of clusters and berries from each vineyard.

https://www.lodigrowers.com/the-physical-impact-of-soil-and-selection-on-lodi-zinfandels/

The World’s Best Places for Growing Cabernet Sauvignon

Cabernet Sauvignon is an international success story, planted in almost every wine region worldwide. Its widespread popularity is a result of the grape’s remarkable versatility.

https://vinepair.com/articles/best-cabernet-types-guide/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=e7c7a1c16e-Sept_25_2018&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-e7c7a1c16e-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-e7c7a1c16e-38937345&mc_cid=e7c7a1c16e&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

This Is What Makes A Port Wine Vintage-Worthy

The majority of Port is bottled and released as a non-vintage wine, a blend of multiple vintages that typically showcases a standard house style.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/courtneyschiessl/2018/09/24/what-is-vintage-port/#7a53fd8b78d4

How to Pair Red Wine with Fish

While white wine with seafood has long been traditional advice, try pairing the right red wine with fish to truly elevate your next meal.

https://www.winemag.com/2018/09/24/pair-red-wine-fish/

Three upcoming trends in the wine market

What are the possible evolutions that will mark the wine market over the next five years?

https://www.vitisphere.com/news-88208-Three-upcoming-trends-in-the-wine-market.htm

Wine Customers Need “Tough Love”

Interesting video advice on why vintage matters

https://larrythewineguy.net/2018/09/24/wine-customers-need-tough-love/

IHOP debuts pancake-infused beer called IHOPs, brews it with batter

Sick and tired of the beer industry’s lack of pancake-infused beer offerings? Not to worry, because IHOP has you covered.

http://www.foxnews.com/food-drink/2018/09/25/ihop-debuts-pancake-infused-beer-called-ihops-brews-it-with-batter.html

The Science Behind Decanting Wine

Evaporation and oxidation are the main forces at play, but what’s really happening to the wine?

https://daily.sevenfifty.com/the-science-behind-decanting-wine/

How to take advantage of phony wine pricing

These four suggestions can turn phony wine pricing into real savings

https://www.winecurmudgeon.com/how-to-take-advantage-of-phony-wine-pricing/

8 THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT KNOB CREEK BOURBON WHISKEY

When Knob Creek launched in 1992, it was an anomaly. At the time, small-batch bourbon with a steep price tag was not a common sight.

https://vinepair.com/articles/knob-creek-bourbon-kentucky/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=68fb80c777-Sept_26_2018&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-68fb80c777-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-68fb80c777-38937345&mc_cid=68fb80c777&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

SIX URBAN LEGENDS IN BOOZE HISTORY

There are many legends associated with alcohol throughout history, from the mythical Stingy Jack, a drunkard who roamed the earth with a hollowed-out turnip filled with hellfire, to the very real Jack Daniel, who may or may not have died from trying to kick a safe open at his distillery.

https://vinepair.com/articles/booze-urban-legends/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=68fb80c777-Sept_26_2018&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-68fb80c777-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-68fb80c777-38937345&mc_cid=68fb80c777&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

8 PEOPLE YOU SEE AT EVERY WINE SHOW

From the sartorially questionable to the quite sozzled, see if you recognise any of these characters.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2018/09/8-people-you-see-at-every-wine-show/

Don’t judge a wine by its label

This is the second of a two-part series on wine labels.

https://www.pressdemocrat.com/lifestyle/8764823-181/berger-on-wine-dont-judge

Watching Football? Grab One of These Unexpected Sparkling Wines

Beer, of course, is the classic football–viewing beverage, so it makes sense that classic football snacks — pretzels, nachos, wings, pigs in a blanket — go well with a bottle of Budweiser, which helps wash away the food’s salty, often-fried carbiness and fat. These are the exact same attributes that make the food great for sparkling wine.

http://www.grubstreet.com/2018/09/sparkling-wine-football-snack-foods.html

Don’t be overwhelmed by confusing world of wine

Here are a few key points that, hopefully, may nudge you, or help you nudge a wine-timid friend, into giving wine a whirl:

https://www.reporternews.com/story/life/2018/09/25/gus-clemens-dont-overwhelmed-confusing-world-wine/1340610002/

The Fourteen Best Wine Magazines To Read

Why are the best wine magazines still worth a subscription? If you’re invested in wine and anything related to it, it’s only natural that you want to learn more about the drink from various perspectives and sources.

https://californiawineryadvisor.com/best-wine-magazines/

The science behind those painful wine headaches

Has this ever happened to you? You’re enjoying a glass or wine – or two – and suddenly your head hurts like someone ripped a Band-Aid off your brain?

https://www.splendidtable.org/story/the-science-behind-wine-headaches

Are Champagne Sippers The Most Cost-Effective Wine Industry Promotional Product Of All Time?

You might’ve seen a champagne sipper in action before. It looks something like this:

http://wineindustrynetwork.com/suppliers/wine-n-gear.html#whatsnew

THIS FIREBALL WHISKY-SPIKED PUMPKIN PIE WILL SPICE UP YOUR FALL

Fireball Cinnamon Whiskey Pumpkin Pie is the perfect dessert for that holiday barbecue you have going on

https://bbqpitboys.com/fireball-cinnamon-whiskey-pumpkin-pie/

Beer lovers, listen up: New book has some life hacks for you

Beer snobs, turn away, Ben Robinson has some hacks involving your favorite, foamy beverage.

The editor in chief of The Observer has written a handy little every guy’s illustrated guide of 100 tips, tricks and projects involving beer.

https://www.wibw.com/content/news/Beer-lovers-listen-up-New-book-has-some-life-hacks-for-you-494406461.html

New Craft Beer

Beam Suntory’s Knob Creek Bourbon brand has partnered with New Belgium Brewing on a new limited edition beer. Oakspire Bourbon Barrel Ale features a base of New Belgium high rye ale that’s aged with Knob Creek Bourbon-soaked oak spirals and barrel char in a proprietary steel, missile-shaped vessel created by New Belgium engineers. The 9% abv brew is currently available nationwide for a limited time, both in 12-ounce bottles and on draft. Knob Creek surpassed 400,000 cases in the U.S. last year on growth of 8%.

New regulations over wine wastewater

The state of Washington, the nation’s second-largest premium wine producer, has created new winery wastewater regulations that will take effect next year.

https://www.goodfruit.com/new-regulations-over-wastewater/

I tried alcohol-free ‘wine water’ and it was more depressing than it sounds

Napa Hills’ vineyard-enriched water boasts a key ingredient called VitaRes, a heart-healthy antioxidant blend with extracts of resveratrol and natural grape skin and red wine polyphenols.

http://www.sandiegouniontribune.com/sns-dailymeal-1946735-drink-i-tried-alcohol-free-wine-water-092618-20180926-story.html

Are all of the wines reviewed by Wine Spectator available in the U.S.?

Yes.

https://www.winespectator.com/drvinny/show/id/Are-All-Wines-Reviewed-by-Wine-Spectator-Available-in-United-States-56991

Pairing Italian Food And Wine

The world of Italian wine is a complex one for many consumers. While pairing Italian wine and food offers great pleasure, knowing what wine to pair with what food is still a mystery to many.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/tomhyland/2018/09/26/pairing-italian-food-and-wine-advice-from-rachael-lowe/#c81f9a552733

9 Must-Try Wines For Fall

Understandably, we’re in need of comfort. Comfort that goes beyond sweaters, binge-watching Netflix favorites, and Pumpkin Spice Lattes. We need wine.

https://winefolly.com/tutorial/9-must-try-wines-for-fall/?utm_source=Wine+Folly&utm_campaign=a17d60f96e-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2018_09_27_12_28_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_a18d8bdc1b-a17d60f96e-62472929&mc_cid=a17d60f96e&mc_eid=d73340fcba

Making Sense Of Sherry Styles

Fino, Amontillado, Oloroso, Palo Cortado—is there an easy way to make sense of the different styles? Yes!

https://napavalleywineacademy.com/making-sense-of-sherry-styles/

Who’s Killing The Fine Wine Retailers?

Independent fine wine retailers are at risk of commercial irrelevancy by being permanently shut out of the lucrative wine shipping channel and the expanded markets they need for future survival.

https://nawr.org/whos-killing-the-fine-wine-retailers/

Ten Ways Wine Can Combat the Threat of Cannabis

Many people who are popping open that $15 Chardonnay, Riesling, Rosé, Merlot or Pinot Noir are going to switch to cannabis in order to get their daily “come down”.

https://fermentationwineblog.com/2018/09/addressing-cannabis-impact-wine/

THE FIVE BEST BLOODY MARY MIXES, TASTED AND RANKED

Sweet, spiced, and umami-rich, Bloody Marys are an important fixture at any brunch.

We Have 2 In Stock!

https://vinepair.com/buy-this-booze/best-bloody-mary-mix-buy-2018/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=b463b7aa66-Sept_28_2018&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-b463b7aa66-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-b463b7aa66-38937345&mc_cid=b463b7aa66&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

IN 1815, AMERICA ALMOST EMBARKED UPON A PLAN TO BUILD A NATIONAL BREWERY

In 1815, when a man named Joseph Coppinger wrote a letter to Thomas Jefferson begging him to create a brewery to unite the nation.

https://vinepair.com/articles/national-brewery-america-history/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=b463b7aa66-Sept_28_2018&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-b463b7aa66-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-b463b7aa66-38937345&mc_cid=b463b7aa66&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

A New Cannabis Infusion Bubbles Its Way Into The Non-Alcohol Wine Category

“the sparkling beverage contains no alcohol, yet has a flavor profile similar to champagne and will be marketed in luxurious packaging suitable for bottle service at a nightclub.”

https://www.forbes.com/sites/thomaspellechia/2018/09/27/a-new-cannabis-infusion-bubbles-its-way-into-the-non-alcohol-wine-category/#7289912a63b1

How to Find and Buy Low-Carb Wine

What to Know About Carbs and Alcohol

https://www.shape.com/healthy-eating/healthy-drinks/how-to-buy-keto-friendly-low-carb-wines

The Messy Business of Additives in Wine

Why are some additives more acceptable than others?

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2018/09/the-messy-business-of-additives-in-wine

Sulphites: urban legend

Sorry to break it to you, but sulphites don’t give you headaches, you, erm, possibly just drank a tad too much and are dehydrated because you forgot to drink enough water over the course of the evening.

https://www.independent.ie/life/food-drink/wine/the-wine-buff-sulphites-urban-legend-37356373.html

How a Family-Owned Winery Ended Up Getting Namechecked in Mariah Carey’s New Song

The owners of Caymus Vineyards say sales and followers have gone up since their “Caymus bottle” was mentioned in Carey’s buzzy kiss-off anthem

https://variety.com/2018/music/news/mariah-carey-gtfo-caymus-bottle-winery-1202957500/

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The Right Wine To Pair With Your Most Dreaded Fall Chores

HERE’S WHY YOU NEVER SEE NFL PLAYERS IN BEER ADS

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Survey finds 21% of Americans pick guacamole over alcohol

The survey, which was carried out to mark national guacamole day (16 September) in the US, asked 2,000 Americans what luxury items they would be prepared to give up for a year in order to maintain their cravings for the avocado-based dip.

10 THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT KETEL ONE VODKA

Cocktail-friendly Ketel One Vodka is a proudly Dutch operation. Made in the Netherlands for 11 generations, the distillery even has its own windmill

https://vinepair.com/articles/ketel-one-vodka-bottle/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=7bb4a84f08-Sept_17_2018&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-7bb4a84f08-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-7bb4a84f08-38937345&mc_cid=7bb4a84f08&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

New Grey Goose

Bacardi is relaunching Grey Goose La Vanille in the U.S. for the first time in 15 years. The 40%-abv spirit is made with flavor derived from vanilla from Madagascar and has no added sugar. Grey Goose La Vanille will begin rolling out this month and will be available through the holiday season across the U.S., retailing for $30 a 750-ml. Last year, Grey Goose depleted 2.2 million cases in the U.S., according to Impact Databank.

How Two Buck Chuck made wine less douchey

The tale of two men, one wine brand, and the economic revolution of an entire industry.

https://thehustle.co/how-two-buck-chuck-changed-the-wine-industry

U.S. now has 12,573 wineries and wine facilities – one for every 30,000 persons in the country!

There’s a threshold for how much you should spend on wine — and it’s lower than you might think

There’s nothing like the taste of a fine wine. But with certain winesselling in the thousands and even tens of thousands per bottle, it begs the question: Is it really worth it?

https://www.businessinsider.com/how-much-should-you-spend-on-wine-2018-8

THE THREE TRAPS OF LABEL DESIGN

The wine label has a central role in wine marketing, but – some notable exceptions aside – is often the last thing a producer thinks about before they finish a product.

https://www.wineintelligence.com/the-three-traps-of-label-design/

Understanding tension in wine

‘Tension’ and ‘energy’ are modish words to use about wine, as are ‘precision’ and ‘focus’.

https://www.decanter.com/magazine/andrew-jefford-tension-in-wine-400209/#3H1KCWvDhtSYpyIH.99

New app lets you rate and reserve wines as you sip

The wine tasting experience just got easier. A new app developed in Huntsville allows attendees at wine tastings and festivals to easily locate, rate and reserve wines as they sip.

https://whnt.com/2018/09/17/new-app-lets-you-rate-and-reserve-wines-as-you-sip/

The World’s First Flat Wine Bottle Won an Award for Packaging Innovation

And it soon could be used for selling spirits as well.

https://www.foodandwine.com/news/garcon-flat-wine-bottle-dow-design-award

The Pyramid Of Influence

The wine world operates on a triangle of influence.

https://emetry.io/2018/09/17/the-pyramid-of-influence/

Pesticides In CA

This site is interesting. Check out pesticide use on CA grape crops

http://cehtp.org/page/pesticides/agricultural_pesticide_use_in_california

The NHL now has an official liquor shot

The league office announced on Tuesday that it has entered an official agreement with liquor brand Jagermeister to bring fans “the official shot of the NHL.”

https://sports.yahoo.com/nhl-now-official-liquor-shot-194342955.html

CAN YOU COOK WITH A WINE EVEN IF IT’S OLD OR CORKED?

There’s an age-old adage about cooking with wine: “If you wouldn’t drink it, don’t cook with it.” It’s a nice idea in theory, but one that doesn’t always make practical or financial sense.

https://vinepair.com/articles/corked-wine-cooking/

6 rules for wine we love to break

Look at any wine book and you’re likely to find more rules there than you did in grade school

http://www.capitalgazette.com/entertainment/ac-cn-wine-20180919-story.html

How Wine Preferences Can Help Us Understand Tea

Even the process of brewing and tasting tea shares some similarities to pouring and tasting wine.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/courtneyschiessl/2018/09/18/wine-tea-pairing/#1b98c9ef1579

Antioxidant in red wine ‘may relieve pain for millions of arthritis sufferers’

Now, a study has found that a compound named resveratrol – found in red grapes – could potentially bring significant pain relief to osteoarthritis patients.

https://metro.co.uk/2018/09/19/antioxidant-in-red-wine-may-relieve-pain-for-millions-of-arthritis-sufferers-7958492/?ito=cbshare

Four New Ways to Turn Your Wine into a Cocktail

Skip the spritz and try one of these bartender-approved alternatives.

https://www.gq.com/story/best-wine-cocktails

Port wine? Feta? Brexit may spell trouble for famed EU names

London conspicuously isn’t saying whether after leaving the EU next year it will keep the bloc’s name protection rules

http://www.startribune.com/port-wine-feta-brexit-may-spell-trouble-for-famed-eu-names/493689971/

Wine labels a complex issue

In this era of allegations of widespread fibbing, I began to muse about all of the “facts” we see on wine labels, some of which are conscious mistruths.

https://www.pressdemocrat.com/lifestyle/8740722-181/berger-on-wine-wine-labels

National Center for Health Statistics.

The government partnered with the nonprofit Robert Wood Johnson Foundation and the National Association for Public Health Statistics and Information in a three-year effort to calculate life expectancy for 65,662 Census tracts nationwide.

Type in your address….then depression sets in!

https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2018/09/14/wrong-neighborhood-can-take-plus-years-off-your-life-average/?utm_term=.c6534640f867

Wine Is Full of Healthy Polyphenols. But What’s a Polyphenol?

These antioxidants set wine apart from other alcoholic beverages. Here’s what they mean for your health

https://www.winespectator.com/webfeature/show/id/Understanding-Wine-Polyphenols-Health-Benefits?utm_medium=email&utm_source=Health091918&utm_campaign=Health091918

The Definitive Craft Beer Urban Dictionary

The boom in beer culture in the 2000s, however, has finally spawned a society where craft beer has become ubiquitous, and now most of us can speak somewhat intelligently about it.

https://vinepair.com/articles/beer-geek-dictionary/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=78235b08b5-Sept_20_2018&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-78235b08b5-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-78235b08b5-38937345&mc_cid=78235b08b5&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

To learn about wine, drink it — but there are other ways, too

We have other sources of information at our service, pretty much around the clock, to help put what we have drunk into context, and all of it contributes to the joy of the lifelong wine journey.

http://www.chicagotribune.com/dining/sc-food-wine-education-learning-about-wine-0921-story.html

Pair These Wines With These Hotly-Anticipated Fall TV Shows

With over a dozen popular shows set to return during the crisp nights ahead, we’re ready to swaddle ourselves in cozy throws and tune in with a fat glass of wine.

https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/2018/09/209613/best-fall-2018-tv-shows-wine-pairings

Five Wine Regions Producing America’s Finest Ciders

It might be surprising to learn that many of America’s best winegrowing regions, such as Sonoma and Columbia Valley, are also home to exceptional cideries.

https://www.winemag.com/2018/09/19/five-wine-regions-producing-americas-finest-ciders/

Should you microwave your wine in winter?

Use the microwave to return reds to drinking temperature,

https://thespinoff.co.nz/food/beverage/20-09-2018/should-you-microwave-your-wine-in-winter-a-spinoff-investigation/

The 30 Pinot Noirs to Drink If You Want to Be a Real Expert

From Burgundy and California to Oregon, Italy, Australia, and Germany, these are the bottles that will turn you from a fan into a pro.

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https://www.foodandwine.com/wine/classic-pinot-noir-0?utm_campaign=foodandwine_foodandwine&xid=soc_socialflow_facebook_fw&utm_content=link&utm_source=facebook.com&utm_term=134BD548-BB6F-11E8-AC48-EE2D3A982C1E&utm_medium=social

How to Pair Beer with Italian Food, According to Italians

Pizza and beer. Beer and pizza. They’re the peanut butter and jelly of Italian-American food. But beer and pasta? Beer and a nice rare Fiorentina steak?

https://oct.co/essays/how-pair-beer-italian-food?utm_source=oct_nl_&mc_cid=beb6cff530&mc_eid=00cc7421f2

5 Facts to Know About Bordeaux Today

From affordable blends and single-varietal wines to sustainability efforts and education initiatives, here’s what you need to know

https://daily.sevenfifty.com/5-facts-to-know-about-bordeaux-today/

Your Oktoberfest Guide to 5 German Beer Styles

Prost to Pilsner: German Beers to Drink During Oktoberfest

http://www.btrtoday.com/read/featured/your-oktoberfest-guide-to-5-german-beer-styles/

THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO THE THREE GREAT REDS OF ITALY

Italy has more than 1,300 estimated grape varieties, but three red grapes are more noble than all others: Nebbiolo, Sangiovese, and Aglianico, as they are generally believed to be the three best native red grapes in the entire country

https://vinepair.com/articles/great-reds-of-italy-infographic/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=4fd88eef97-Sept_21_2018&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-4fd88eef97-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-4fd88eef97-38937345&mc_cid=4fd88eef97&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

HOW TO SAY CHEERS AROUND THE WORLD

Those of us whose travel itineraries center around eating and drinking should make it our business to master another key term: “Cheers!”

https://vinepair.com/articles/how-to-say-cheers-travel-infographic/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=4fd88eef97-Sept_21_2018&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-4fd88eef97-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-4fd88eef97-38937345&mc_cid=4fd88eef97&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

We Finally Have a White Wine Emoji

The Napa-based winery Flora Springs Winery has been one of the emoji’s biggest supporters. “Flora Springs’ campaign for a white wine emoji began in December 2017

https://www.forbes.com/sites/lizazimmerman/2018/09/20/we-finally-have-a-white-wine-emoji/#636f215674bb

Bad Wine Is Just a Great Cocktail Waiting to Happen

So I am here to tell you that yes, you can still drink that bad wine. Maybe not straight from the bottle—I would absolutely not recommend that. But, when poured over ice, topped with a little seltzer (or trendy sparkling beverage of your choosing) and a healthy squeeze of fresh citrus, it can be better than good—it can be great.

https://www.bonappetit.com/story/party-tricks-alison-roman-wine-spritzer

Why Not All Oaks Are Alike For Wine

Oak used to age wine can also be broken down into constituent species.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/tmullen/2018/09/21/why-not-all-oaks-are-alike-for-wine/#6809f1667ad8

The Two Unsung Grapes Putting Virginia Wine on the Map

Petit Manseng and Petit Verdot may not be household names yet, but a group of Virginia winemakers are looking to change that.

https://www.winemag.com/2018/09/20/virginia-wine-petit-verdot-petit-manseng/

A wine expert has revealed the worst wine pairings you can possibly make

THIS guide to which wines you shouldn’t have with certain meals can help you cheat the latest foodie trend of wine knowledge.

https://www.news.com.au/lifestyle/food/drink/a-wine-expert-has-revealed-the-worst-wine-pairings-you-can-possibly-make/news-story/2cb5ce3b89c45ada55351df94fe48e03

Did winemaker Joe Wagner misrepresent where his Oregon Pinot Noirs came from?

The wine’s back label reads “Sourced from: Territory of Oregon.” But “Territory of Oregon” is not an AVA — nor is Oregon, which was granted statehood in 1859, a territory.

https://www.sfchronicle.com/wine/article/Did-winemaker-Joe-Wagner-misrepresent-where-his-13245903.php?utm_campaign=facebook-premium&utm_source=CMS+Sharing+Button&utm_medium=social

Treasury Wine Estates introducing new Italian wine to the US market

The new brand was introduced this week at Castello di Gabbiano, a historic winery Treasury Wine Estates owns in the Chianti Classico appellation in Tuscany. Castello di Gabbiano was built in the 12th century south of Florence; it has been producing wine since 1124, according to Treasury.

https://www.winebusiness.com/news/?go=getArticle&dataid=203629

The Wine Industry Doesn’t Have An Education Problem, We Have An Engagement Problem

it’s just that the journey of a wine consumer doesn’t always start with being more informed, it often starts by being more engaged.

https://emetry.io/2018/09/20/the-wine-industry-doesnt-have-an-education-problem-we-have-an-engagement-problem/?utm_source=WIN&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=we-have-an-engagement-problem

HERE’S WHY YOU NEVER SEE NFL PLAYERS IN BEER ADS

The NFL prohibits players from promoting alcohol while they are active players.

https://vinepair.com/booze-news/heres-why-you-never-see-nfl-players-in-beer-ads/

From local bottles to screw caps, a decade of wine trends

In 2008, there were about 6,000 wineries in the United States. Today, there are nearly 13,000.

https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/food/from-local-bottles-to-screw-caps-a-decade-of-wine-trends/2018/09/21/3cd02176-bd0e-11e8-8792-78719177250f_story.html?utm_term=.e3ed643ef739

The Right Wine To Pair With Your Most Dreaded Fall Chores

Why whine when you can wine?

https://www.housebeautiful.com/lifestyle/g23363363/fall-chores-wine-pairings/

PAIRING FALL FRUITS AND VEGETABLES WITH WINE

Whether the tree leaves around you have begun to change colors and drop or you still are wishing that they soon would, it’s a good time to start thinking about pairing fall fruits and vegetables with wine.

https://www.kj.com/blog/pairing-fall-fruits-and-vegetables-wine

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Liquor Industry News/Links 09-24-18

September 24, 2018

https://beerconnoisseur.com/news/dos-equis-mexican-pale-ale-drops-month?utm_source=Daily+Brew&utm_campaign=8014e3f8b3-The+Daily+Brew%3A+January+11%2C+2018_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_935b7e0b70-8014e3f8b3-36686829

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This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

9 QUESTIONS ABOUT PUMPKIN BEERS YOU’RE TOO AFRAID TO ASK

Wine that’s ‘anything but American’

Wine tasting can work the brain more than math, according to neuroscience

AND MORE!

Dos Equis Mexican Pale Ale Drops This Month

Dos Equis has announced the release of a new draft-only beer called Mexican Pale Ale.

How to find the most healthy wine for you

Watch this video from Houston TV

https://www.click2houston.com/health/how-to-find-the-most-healthy-wine-for-you

Why Aged Red Wines Taste Better

The reasons are complex, but they all boil down to chemistry.

https://www.acsh.org/news/2018/09/07/chemistry-why-aged-red-wines-taste-better-13394

How to drink wine out of a spanish-style porrón

The popular Spanish wine vessel shaped like a watering can is a convivial way of imbibing wine with a group of friends.

https://leye.com/in-the-know/how-to/how-to-drink-wine-out-of-a-spanish-style-porron/

NFL Alums Are Making Wine and Crushing It

Players aren’t the only NFL alums getting into the wine business

https://vinepair.com/articles/best-football-player-wine-nfl/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=b919259dfc-Sept_10_2018&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-b919259dfc-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-b919259dfc-38937345&mc_cid=b919259dfc&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Eight Cheese Mistakes Everyone Makes

Saying “cheese” around adults is kind of like saying “Santa Claus” around children — both represent a wonderful world of surprise and possibility.

https://vinepair.com/articles/cheese-mistakes/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=b919259dfc-Sept_10_2018&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-b919259dfc-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-b919259dfc-38937345&mc_cid=b919259dfc&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

THE AUTUMN SANGRIA RECIPE

Made with cinnamon-infused apple juice, a splash of pomegranate, citrus, and crisp white wine, it’s the perfect way to embrace autumn without totally kissing summer goodbye.

https://vinepair.com/cocktail-recipe/the-autumn-sangria-recipe/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=b919259dfc-Sept_10_2018&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-b919259dfc-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-b919259dfc-38937345&mc_cid=b919259dfc&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

REVIEW: CORAVIN MODEL ELEVEN

Pour as much or as little wine as you like without spoiling the rest of the bottle, and pay handsomely for the privilege.

https://www.wired.com/review/coravin-model-eleven/

Are you pairing food and wine all wrong?

Instead of matching a wine to the dish, French experts say we should select the wine first and then decide what to eat.

https://www.sbs.com.au/food/article/2018/09/10/are-you-pairing-food-and-wine-all-wrong

Automated tractors a ‘game changer’ for wine industry

Marlborough vineyards can now employ autonomous vehicles to trundle around their fields, following a GPS-mapped route, performing tasks and collecting data.

https://www.stuff.co.nz/business/farming/106868201/automated-tractors-a-game-changer-for-wine-industry

Keeping the family wine business is often hard

The vineyard and winery business in Napa Valley has, over the past 50-some years, largely shifted from small, family-owned wineries, to multi-brand corporate ownership,

https://winegourd.blogspot.com/2018/09/keeping-family-wine-business-is-often.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+TheWineGourd+%28The+Wine+Gourd%29

The Art of Winemaking on the Cheap

Young producers with little money and no vineyards face obstacles in building their businesses, but with maximum effort it can be done.

https://www.nytimes.com/2018/09/06/dining/drinks/enfield-wine-company-john-lockwood.html

The Science Behind The Swirl

Looking like a wine snob is, if done with subtlety, justified.

https://www.theversatilegent.com/oenodynamics-the-science-behind-the-swirl/

Wine Myths

With plenty of old wives’ tales in wine, how do you know what’s true?

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2018/09/wine-myths-fact-or-fiction

PATRÓN LAUNCHES SMOKY $199 TEQUILA

Tequila maker Patrón is pushing the boundaries again with the release of a smoky expression made from agave roasted with mesquite for a week in small stone pits.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2018/09/patron-launches-smoky-tequila/

THE 15 MOST POPULAR ‘CRAFT’ BEER BRANDS IN THE US

Consumer data analytics firm Nielsen recently released figures on the total sales of beer in the US based on a variety of factors, from brands, to parent companies, right down to styles.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2018/09/the-15-most-popular-craft-beer-brands-in-the-us/

THE ETIQUETTE OF NAVIGATING A CORKAGE FEE

Every once in a while when we dine out, instead of ordering a bottle from the restaurant’s wine list, we like to bring one of our own.

https://vinepair.com/wine-blog/etiquette-navigating-corkage-fee/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=b5f60e532f-Sept_11_2018&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-b5f60e532f-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-b5f60e532f-38937345&mc_cid=b5f60e532f&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

What The Wine Industry Can Learn About Black Consumers

Don’t think of the black community in terms of celebrity. Just think of the person walking into the wine store.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/cathyhuyghe/2018/09/10/its-like-mansplaining-but-for-race-what-the-wine-industry-can-learn-about-black-consumers/#18454d1814e2

45% Of U.S. Alcohol Consumers Regularly Buy Wine

The study found that 66% of adults in the U.S. consume beverage alcohol(

https://www.forbes.com/sites/thomaspellechia/2018/09/10/45-of-u-s-alcohol-consumers-regularly-buy-wine-says-tabs-analytics/#4739643348de

Looking for Underrated Cabernet? Try Washington State

Cabernet Sauvignon has firmly planted itself as the premiere grape of Washington. Here are the wines to know.

https://www.winemag.com/2018/09/10/washington-cabernet-sauvignon-value/

How to Pair Wine With Peanut Butter and Jelly

School is back, which means that if you have kids — possibly even if you don’t — peanut-butter-and-jelly-sandwich season is in full swing.

http://www.grubstreet.com/2018/09/best-wine-peanut-butter-and-jelly.html

U.S. Wine Sales: Five Surprising Facts

Americans focus on grape variety. So which varietal wine is #1: Chardonnay or Cabernet Sauvignon?

https://wineeconomist.com/2018/09/11/5-facts/

Understanding Disgorgment and Dosage

POPPING THE CORK ON CONFUSING SPARKLING WINEMAKING TERMINOLOGY

https://www.alcoholprofessor.com/blog-posts/2018/8/29/understanding-disgorgment-and-dosage

5 New Washington AVAs on the Horizon

What you need to know about the state’s prospective new appellations

https://daily.sevenfifty.com/5-new-washington-avas-on-the-horizon/

YOUR DRUNK AUNT WAS RIGHT

THE HOT TODDY IS THE CURE TO THE COMMON COLD

https://vinepair.com/wine-blog/drunk-aunt-right-hot-toddy-cure-common-cold/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=70f5e8fdaa-Sept_12_2018&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-70f5e8fdaa-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-70f5e8fdaa-38937345&mc_cid=70f5e8fdaa&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

October 19^th Is Champagne Day!

Wine enthusiasts around the world will celebrate by hosting events and blogging, tweeting and commenting on all things Champagne

To help here is the official spotify playlist

https://open.spotify.com/user/champagnebureau/playlist/1fVpB8ZEzaiteRC9J4AJE8?si=xWS4PPpWTxSUUULr6MI_Dg

WHAT WINE TREND NEEDS TO DIE?

America is a large country, and so what’s popular in one geographic area might be unknown in another.

https://vinepair.com/articles/worst-wine-trends/

Why China Should Be Your Next Wine Destination

No, seriously. Chinese wine is booming, and there are three regions ready and waiting for visitors. Here’s a guide to navigating the next frontier of wine tourism.

https://www.cntraveler.com/story/why-china-should-be-your-next-wine-destination

NATURAL WINE, EXPLAINED

Unfiltered. Fresh. Raw. If Michelangelo’s swaying, tipsy Bacchus sculpture suddenly came to life, natural wine would fill his goblet.

https://www.thrillist.com/drink/nation/what-is-natural-wine-explained

What are Tannins, Really?

We talk about tannins in wine all the time, but how much do you really know about this versatile chemical compound?

https://www.winemag.com/2018/09/11/tannins-wine-guide/

This Wine Shower Holder

Urban Outfitters Is Truly A Friday Night Vibe If There Ever Were One

https://www.bustle.com/p/this-wine-shower-holder-at-urban-outfitters-is-truly-a-friday-night-vibe-if-there-ever-were-one-11874030

Idaho’s Wine Scene has Endless Potential

Idaho’s unique climate make it an ideal home for a wide array of grapes, and ambitious producers are pushing it to become a booming wine region.

https://www.winemag.com/2018/09/11/idaho-wine-scene/

Wine wins for gifts & special events, but still losing overall preference share

Do moms need too much wine? Women’s drinking habits spark concern

September is National Recovery Month. Women are at greater risk for some of the negative effects of alcohol, but their drinking is catching up to men.

https://www.today.com/health/alcohol-use-among-women-growing-public-health-concern-t136934

How I quit whining and learned to like pumpkin beers

Beer drinkers will debate anything: whether beer flights are stupid, whether New England IPAs are an affront to the style, whether pint glasses are total trash. Yet it seems that pumpkin beers are universally, unequivocally reviled among people who proclaim themselves craft beer drinkers.

https://thetakeout.com/how-i-quit-whining-and-learned-to-like-pumpkin-beers-1828974186

PROSECCO TO PRODUCE 600 MILLION BOTTLES FROM 2018 HARVEST

According to the conzorzio for DOC Prosecco, this year’s vintage is expected to yield “3,700,000 hl of certifiable wine”, from the 23,000 hectares of vineyards in the region

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2018/09/prosecco-to-produce-600-million-bottles-from-2018-harvest/

How to Pair Feta with Wine

Sheep’s milk feta is one of the world’s most versatile cheeses, and can pair with wines ranging from sparkling rosés to Assyrtikos.

https://www.winemag.com/2018/09/12/pair-feta-wine/

Do gold wine bottles improve wine quality?

It is these disparities which make the world of extreme pricing so ghoulishly fascinating.

https://www.jancisrobinson.com/articles/do-gold-wine-bottles-improve-quality

Resveratrol Basics

What You Need To Know About This Powerful Antioxidant

https://www.mindbodygreen.com/articles/resveratrol-side-effects-what-you-need-to-know

In Their Own Words, This Is How Seven Professional Wine Writers and Critics Go About Rating a Bottle

Go behind the scenes as some of the wine industry’s leading voices pull back the curtain.

https://www.foodandwine.com/wine/wine-critics

The wine maps making waves in Bordeaux

Today Infographie Pierre Le Hong has clients across Bordeaux as well as in Provence, Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Gigondas, Montalcino, Montepulciano and Burgundy.

https://www.decanter.com/wine-news/opinion/news-blogs-anson/wine-maps-pierre-le-hong-401270/#vilLbAt7srEiCmjj.99

VIRGINIA VINEYARD VICTIM OF $50K GRAPE THEFT

Firefly Hill Vineyards in Elliston, Virginia has reported losses of US$50,000 after thieves stole two and a half tons of soon-to-be harvested grapes over night from the 37-acre family-owned estate.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2018/09/virginia-vineyard-victim-of-50k-grape-theft/

Willamette Valley winemakers propose major labeling changes

Large sections of the Willamette Valley Viticultural area, particularly the valley floor, aren’t suitable for growing premium wine grapes. It’s feared companies interested only in the bottom line will grow grapes there, make inferior wines and put the valuable “Willamette Valley” name on their labels.

https://www.oregonlive.com/wine/index.ssf/2018/09/willamette_valley_winemakers_p.html

Blind Taste Research Confirms Consumer Preference For Cork

A recent study published in the International Journal of Hospitality Management found that wine drinkers in a blind taste test rated the same wine 10 – 13 points higher for appearance, taste, aroma, and overall quality, when they were led to believe by visual cues that the wine was closed with a natural cork as opposed to a screw cap or a synthetic cork

https://www.winebusiness.com/suppliernews/?go=getSupplierNewsArticle&dataid=203290

9 QUESTIONS ABOUT PUMPKIN BEERS YOU’RE TOO AFRAID TO ASK

Love it or hate it, the seasonal beer style that’s inspired as many “best of” listiclesas it has angry think pieces is here to stay — at least for now.

https://vinepair.com/articles/pumpkin-beer-questions-answers-guide/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=30ba79cb87-Sept_14_2018&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-30ba79cb87-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-30ba79cb87-38937345&mc_cid=30ba79cb87&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Wine tasting can work the brain more than math, according to neuroscience

But you’ve got to slow down and savor what you’re drinking.

https://www.nbcnews.com/better/pop-culture/wine-tasting-can-work-brain-more-math-according-neuroscience-ncna907131

The Essential Guide to Chardonnay

Everything you need to know about America’s favorite white grape.

https://www.winemag.com/2018/09/13/the-essential-guide-to-chardonnay/

How to Tell if an Old Bottle of Wine Is Still Drinkable

The Washington Post recently ran a story explaining what else is worth looking for in those dusty bottles you’ve been keeping in the basement

https://lifehacker.com/how-to-tell-if-an-old-bottle-of-wine-is-still-drinkable-1829052522

Wine that’s ‘anything but American’

For those inclined to make a political statement with their purchases

Canada’s view of American wine support

https://www.winnipegfreepress.com/arts-and-life/food/wine-thats-anything-but-american-493237471.html

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Liquor Industry News/Links 09-17-18

September 17, 2018

https://www.digitaltrends.com/cool-tech/krups-sub-home-beer-dispenser-review/

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09-17-2018

Liquor Industry Week In Review

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This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

The independent wine retailer is your best friend

THE BEST LIMONCELLO RECIPE YOU’LL EVER MAKE

Can this tabletop Krups keg really deliver a perfect pour?

AND MORE!

Can this tabletop Krups keg really deliver a perfect pour?

KRUPS has partnered with HOPSY, a growler shop-turned-beer delivery service, to bring craft beer directly to your home. It’s unbelievably easy to use, and their website boasts that the device keeps your beer fresh for up to 14 days after you tap it.

Disneyland to open Star Wars cantina-style bar

he new drinking den will become part of Disneyland’s new themed section Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge, which is expected to open in summer 2019.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2018/09/disneyland-to-open-star-wars-cantina-style-bar/

How to understand tasting notes

Hints of Lemongrass?

Looks like grass but smells of citrus – lemongrass is a highly aromatic tropical plant that is widely used in Asian cooking as well as herbal remedies.

https://www.decanter.com/learn/advice/understand-tasting-notes-decoded-344920/#XB2jK7lUo4jww6Hm.99

PROSECCO ROSÉ SHOULD BECOME A REALITY WITH 2018 HARVEST

it is believed that red grapes from this year’s vintage will finally be allowed to make Prosecco rosé (or rosato) – a major step for the region, considering the powerful pull of pink drinks, be they from Champagne, Provence, or the world of gin and mixers.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2018/09/prosecco-rose-should-become-a-reality-with-2018-harvest/

Following news that DOC Prosecco may be authorising the production of pink versions of this highly successful Italian fizz, db has been told that this won’t happen within the smaller DOCG.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2018/09/pink-fizz-not-an-option-for-docg-prosecco-superiore/

BRIDE RENTS OUT WEDDING DRESS THAT HOLDS 50 GLASSES OF PROSECCO

A woman who commissioned a custom-made wedding dress with a metal frame that holds 50 glasses of Prosecco has decided to rent it out to would-be brides so that it doesn’t “go to waste”.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2018/09/bride-rents-out-wedding-dress-that-holds-50-glasses-of-prosecco/

Can shipping containers be a vacation getaway?

This Paso winery wants to make it happen

https://www.sanluisobispo.com/living/food-drink/wine-beer/article217519165.html

Five tips for picking the perfect wine

There used to be limited choices for wine – white, red or rosé – but now we are awash with choice

https://www.newshub.co.nz/home/lifestyle/2018/09/five-tips-for-picking-the-perfect-wine.html

Award stickers can make you think the wine tastes better

t’s like a new entrants prize session where everyone wins. It’s like boxing where you can fill a room with world champions from the same weight class.

https://www.stuff.co.nz/life-style/food-wine/food-news/106774482/award-stickers-can-make-you-think-the-wine-tastes-better

Trump tariffs could squeeze OR wineries

Increasing the cost to buy things like bottles and cardboard boxes as much as 25 percent — businesses are having to think about soaking up the cost themselves, or passing it on to the consumer.

https://katu.com/news/local/trump-tariffs-could-squeeze-local-wineries

Wine 101: How to Open a Bottle—The Screwcap

Sounds Simple Right? I bet After Watching This you Have Been Doing It Wrong

https://video.winespectator.com/play/id/5830634884001/name/Wine_101:__How_to_Open_a_Bottle+The_Screwcap?utm_medium=email&utm_source=Sips-Tips-090418&utm_campaign=SipsTips090418

A good reason to make wine fun

But for ordinary consumers, even the effort between distinguishing between one Pinot Grigio and another can produce angst.

https://www.meininger.de/en/wine-business-international/good-reason-make-wine-fun

California’s Edgiest, Riskiest Wine Region Is About to Get a New Name

It’s not clear yet if a West Sonoma Coast label will persuade wine lovers to pay more, but it’s not the first area to attempt to bring order and meaning to the Sonoma Coast.

https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2018-08-31/california-s-edgiest-riskiest-wine-region-is-about-to-get-a-new-name

Does Soil Affect Wines Flavor

The idea that a vineyard’s soil lends a wine its flavour is becoming increasingly popular – but is there any scientific basis?

http://www.bbc.com/future/story/20180628-why-wine-geology-may-be-a-myth

THE 20 MOST POPULAR WHISKEY BRANDS IN THE COUNTRY

These are the top 20 best-selling whiskey brands in America, according to IRI Worldwide, a market research firm that measures off-premise sales such as those in liquor, grocery, and convenience stores.

https://vinepair.com/articles/20-most-popular-whiskey-brands-america-2018/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=2875b4285f-Sept_05_2018&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-2875b4285f-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-2875b4285f-38937345&mc_cid=2875b4285f&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

10 genius ways to pair your favorite fast food with wine

Finding the perfect wine to pair with a dish doesn’t need to be limited to fancy and super-expensive tasting menus.

https://www.thisisinsider.com/fast-food-wine-pairings-2018-9#1-youll-want-to-pair-mcdonalds-fries-with-krug-champagne-1

How Wine Affects Your Whiskey

From Cabernet and Pinot to Port and Syrah, learn how different wine casks are changing your whiskey.

https://www.winemag.com/2018/09/04/how-wine-barrel-affects-whiskey/

Ex-Playboy Columnist Shares Secret to Becoming a Wine Expert

What you need to know about nose, taste, regions and swirling.

http://www.realclearlife.com/food-drink/ex-playboy-columnist-shares-secrets-to-mastering-wine/

Try some wine while watching football

As the heat of summer eases its grip, we begin to think of autumn and all the gifts it provides, like football.

https://www.scnow.com/living/columns/article_2e8efc9c-b0a0-11e8-b2c1-97df77bf2c67.html

19 Crimes Wine Is Based On The Dark History Of Actual Infamous Convicts

Founded in 2012, 19 Crimes is nestled under the massive wine company known as Treasury Wine Estates

https://www.bustle.com/p/19-crimes-wine-is-based-on-the-dark-history-of-actual-infamous-convicts-11489059

Become a Texas Wine Specialist:

Get Certified as a Texas Wine Specialist at Kiepersol Winery’s Salt Kitchen

https://eguidemagazine.com/love-wine-become-a-certified-texas-wine-specialist/

WHY THE TEQUILA IN YOUR MARGARITA MATTERS MORE THAN YOU THINK

If you put cheap ingredients in a cocktail, you’ll get a cheap cocktail, every time — seems obvious doesn’t it?

http://www.drinkmemag.com/why-the-tequila-in-your-margarita-matters-more-than-you-think/?utm_source=Drink+Me+Magazine+Newsletter&utm_campaign=42ff05f908-&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_8b636854cb-42ff05f908-144602285&mc_cid=42ff05f908&mc_eid=db3f4d9053

WINE SPECTATOR’S PUBLISHER IS SUING WEED SPECTATOR OVER TRADEMARK INFRINGEMENT

While producers from Heineken to boutique wineries are dipping their toes in the cannabis drinks market, recent legal action in the US suggests that companies are still at odds on the publishing side of things.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2018/09/wine-spectators-publisher-is-suing-weed-spectator-over-trademark-infringement/

The Ultimate Guide to Understanding Prosecco Superiore DOCG

In order to fully understand what makes Prosecco Superiore so superior, we travel to Northern Italy and visit the heartland where the most prestigious Prosecco on the planet is produced: Conegliano Valdobbiadene.

https://wineoh.tv/how-to-easily-understand-prosecco-superiore-docg-video

33 of The Most Bizarre Flavors Found in Wine

See the most bizarre wine flavors and find out what wines have these flavors. If wine tasted only like flowers and fruit, it wouldn’t be as awesome as it is.

https://winefolly.com/tutorial/33-bizarre-wine-flavors/?utm_source=Wine+Folly&utm_campaign=5b2c757a5f-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2018_09_06_12_43&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_a18d8bdc1b-5b2c757a5f-62472929&mc_cid=5b2c757a5f&mc_eid=d73340fcba

All the Ways Wood Affects Your Wine, Explained

Oak is winemakers’ salt. Used correctly, it can increase the intensity and complexity of wine, add attractive flavors, and elongate the finish.

https://vinepair.com/articles/wood-wine-aging-oak/

What’s Popping in Sparkling Wine Packaging

As more wineries add a sparkler to their portfolios, they also aim to have that bottling stand out

https://www.winesandvines.com/features/article/202684/What%27s%20Popping%20in%20Sparkling%20Wine%20Packaging

Hype over biodynamics reaching ludicrous levels, says viticulturist

The furore surrounding organic and biodynamic viticulture has reached “ludicrous levels,” according to leading consultant Dr Richard Smart.

http://www.harpers.co.uk/news/fullstory.php/aid/24027/Hype_over_biodynamics_reaching_ludicrous_levels,_says_viticulturist.html

Why Italy Is Trying to Ban Australian Nero d’Avola in U.K. Markets

First Prosecco, now Nero d’Avola—the continuing trademark battle over grape variety names

https://daily.sevenfifty.com/why-italy-is-trying-to-ban-australian-nero-davola-in-u-k-markets/

This $30 device turns my hot coffee cold in 50 seconds without diluting it

It can also chill wine and other spirits

https://www.businessinsider.com/hyperchiller-v2-iced-coffee-maker-review-2018-8

HERE’S EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT BLANCO, REPOSADO, AND ANEJO TEQUILA

There are five different classifications of tequila available today. All can be enjoyed neat, on the rocks, or in a variety of cocktails.

https://vinepair.com/articles/tequila-aging-guide/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=2d779354a7-Sept_07_2018&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-2d779354a7-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-2d779354a7-38937345&mc_cid=2d779354a7&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

THE BEST LIMONCELLO RECIPE YOU’LL EVER MAKE

Unlike many DIY projects, homemade limoncello provides maximum reward for minimal effort

https://vinepair.com/articles/best-limoncello-recipe-infographic/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=2d779354a7-Sept_07_2018&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-2d779354a7-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-2d779354a7-38937345&mc_cid=2d779354a7&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

New Wine Line

Constellation is rolling out a new Washington wine brand, Spoken Barrel. Sourced from the Columbia Valley, Spoken Barrel initially will include a Cabernet Sauvignon and Meritage Red Blend, both retailing at $20 a 750-ml. The brand is aimed at both wine consumers and craft beer drinkers, according to the company, with its bottle design highlighting its Washington provenance. Spoken Barrel is launching nationally.

The ties between wine and sports

It’s fall and that is the time for both sports and wine.

https://www.summitdaily.com/news/the-sporting-life-wine-and-sports/

Does the klutz who spilled red wine on my clothes owe me?

During dinner, a customer at the table next to us knocked his wine glass over and spilled red wine on half of my outfit

https://thetakeout.com/klutz-who-spilled-red-wine-on-my-clothes-owe-me-1828851313

Why the Tasting Room is Dead

California’s traditional tasting rooms are pivoting to more “maker” spaces, nature immersions and places for all-day casual hangs.

https://www.winemag.com/2018/09/06/tasting-room-dead/

These islands produce some of Europe’s best wine

Some of Europe’s most interesting wine regions are islands – environments and cultures preserved by a frame of sea. Whether planning a trip or a meal, get to know these five tempting island wine regions.

https://eatsiptrip.10best.com/2018/09/06/these-islands-produce-some-of-europes-best-wine/

Aged Wine

How to Evaluate Condition Without Opening It

http://www.fredswan.wine/2018/09/06/evaluating-aged-wine-condition/

The independent wine retailer is your best friend

The best independent wine retailers understand that customer service matters, which is why they don’t carry junk.

https://www.winecurmudgeon.com/one-more-time-the-independent-wine-retailer-is-your-best-friend/

Riedel Re-Post (and the Myth is Still Busted)

We’ve always been rather skeptical about their claim that their variety-specific glasses actually make a significant difference in the flavor of each different wine

https://oddballgrape.com/riedel-re-post-and-the-myth-is-still-busted/

Why Do we Have Bad Wine Days?

More about the Biodynamic Calendar

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2018/09/why-do-we-have-bad-wine-days

This Genius Figured Out How to Make Booze Stronger

We heard you liked alcohol so we put alcohol in your alcohol.

https://munchies.vice.com/en_us/article/zmkjwx/this-genius-figured-out-how-to-make-booze-stronger

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Franklin Wine Club Exploring Joseph Carr And Josh Wines

September 14, 2018

Franklin Wine Club

Exploring Joseph Carr And Josh Wines

An Education And Tasting

Thursday September 13th 2018

Exploring Wines Of Joseph Carr And Josh

Host Adam Cataldo

Please join us for an immersive tasting experience as we weave through the story of Joseph Carr.

We will talk about how Joe discovered his passion for wine; what led him to starting his namesake label from the Napa Valley; and how the wine he made to honor his father, Josh, became one of America’s most beloved Cabernets.

You’ll have the opportunity to taste and discover how the Josh Cellars varietals compare with their Joseph Carr counterparts

Adams Bio

Adam Cataldo is a recovering history major, IT guy, and bartender who has spent the last 8 years in the wine and spirits industry. He can often be found spreading the good word of Josh Cellars throughout South Eastern Massachusetts as its District Manager for Deutsch Family Wine and Spirits, at least when he’s not complaining about the Boston Bruins.

The Wines:

Wine #1

2017 Josh Chardonnay

Regular Price: $14.99

Wine #2:

2016 Joseph Carr Chardonnay

Regular Price: $21.99

Wine #3

2015 Josh Paso Cabernet Sauvignon

Regular Price: $18.99

Wine #4:

2015 Joseph Carr Paso Cabernet Sauvignon

Regular Price $23.99

Wine #5

2015 Josh North Coast Cabernet Sauvignon

Regular Price $18.99

Wine #6

2015 Joseph Carr Napa Cabernet Sauvignon

750ml $29.99

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Liquor Industry News/Links 09-10-18

September 10, 2018

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Canton OH eyes more control over liquor sales

Do you think this is a good idea in MA ?

https://www.ohio.com/akron/news/breaking-news-news/canton-eyes-more-control-over-liquor-sales

You May One Day Have to Live Without Wine, Say Some Experts. Here’s Why

The purveyors of a bonny doom paint a dark scenario.

https://www.inc.com/chris-matyszczyk/you-may-one-day-have-to-live-without-wine-say-some-experts-heres-why.html

Unusual wine pairings that actually work

I’ve heard it said there are two type of wine drinkers – those who imbibe with food and those who don’t.

https://www.iol.co.za/lifestyle/food-drink/unusual-wine-pairings-that-actually-work-16757185

Feds shut down St. Helena winery for one day

Served a one-day suspension of its federal permit to sell wine as a result of a national investigation into consignment sales, an illegal practice in which a winery or wholesaler buys back bottles that retailers are unable to sell.

https://www.pressdemocrat.com/business/8668318-181/viticulture-briefs-feds-shut-down

Wine’s Health Benefits Questioned

A study slamming alcohol as unhealthy doesn’t address the benefits of moderate drinking.

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2018/08/wines-health-benefits-questioned?h=1

Estimates of cork taint from the Wine Spectator Napa office

The Wine Spectator magazine’s Napa office tracked the number of apparently cork-tainted bottles in their tastings of California wines from 2005 to 2016

http://winegourd.blogspot.com/2018/08/estimates-of-cork-taint-from-wine.html

These are the top 25 brands that under-aged drinkers binge on. Wine ranks way toward the bottom.

5 Ways to Drink Your Cannabis

As cannabis becomes legal in more and more states, the weed industry is turning a new leaf.

https://modernfarmer.com/2018/08/5-ways-to-drink-your-cannabis/

LG LAUNCHES VOICE-ACTIVATED WINE CELLAR

Better known for its mobile phones, South Korean electronics giant LG has branched out into wine with a state of the art voice-activated wine cellar.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2018/08/lg-launches-voice-activated-wine-cellar/

HOW CAN YOU TELL IF YOUR SOMM IS A PRO?

How, then, can you tell if your sommelier is a pro?

https://vinepair.com/articles/we-asked-10-sommeliers-how-can-you-tell-if-your-somm-is-a-pro/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=3fde256a6c-Aug_28_2018&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-3fde256a6c-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-3fde256a6c-38937345&mc_cid=3fde256a6c&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

A HARRY POTTER-INSPIRED COCKTAIL CLASS IS COMING TO NYC

The Cauldron, a wizard-themed, Harry Potter-inspired bar that had a successful run in London, is coming to New York in September.

https://vinepair.com/booze-news/harry-potter-cocktail-class/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=3fde256a6c-Aug_28_2018&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-3fde256a6c-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-3fde256a6c-38937345&mc_cid=3fde256a6c&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

A Guide to Finding Ageworthy Birth Year Wines

The children are our future. But now is the time to cellar a bottle or two of their birth year wine to help celebrate when they come of age.

https://www.winemag.com/2018/08/27/ageworthy-birth-year-wines/

Top 10 U.S. Wine Distributors

As ranked by importance to U.S. wineries, top wine distributors and executives

https://www.winesandvines.com/news/article/202599/Top-10-US-Wine-Distributors

The 10 Best Beer Gifts for Brew Snobs

If they know the difference between a session IPA and a double IPA, then they’ll love these gift ideas.

https://www.esquire.com/food-drink/drinks/g22854453/best-beer-gift-ideas/

Perfume or liquor? Does the package tell you?

Can you spot which is which? Take our fun quiz to see how well you score!

https://www.packagingdigest.com/packaging-design/perfume-or-liquor-does-the-package-tell-you-2018-08-28#

ZONIN DISCOVERS A NATIVE ITALIAN RED GRAPE THAT’S GREAT FOR FIZZ

What red grape other than Pinot Noir can be used to make great traditional method fizz and top-end still red wines? Francesco Zonin thinks he has found the answer.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2018/08/zonin-discovers-a-native-italian-red-grape-thats-great-for-fizz/

VIRTUAL BEER DRINKING AND RUNNING APP LAUNCHED

A man has launched an app which features virtual contestants running the Beer Mile with the description: “Chugging! Running! Barfing! All the fun of the beer mile without the public intoxication

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2018/08/virtual-beer-drinking-and-running-app-launched/

8 QUESTIONS ABOUT ORANGE WINE YOU’RE TOO EMBARRASSED TO ASK

Orange wines are trendy and a little mischievous

https://vinepair.com/articles/orange-wine-guide/

Your Cheat Sheet to Wine Bottle Sizes

From demis and magnums to bottles that can hold up to three cases, we break down the sizes and how many glasses they hold.

https://www.winemag.com/2018/08/28/wine-bottle-sizes/

How to Pair Wine with Classic Persian Dishes

Fragrant, fruity and herbaceous, Persian dishes provide the perfect the perfect canvas for pairing wines from red to sparkling.

https://www.winemag.com/2018/08/28/pair-persian-dishes-wine/

73% Of Americans look for locally grown foods.

How do you make wine part of that?

Couples who drink together tend to be happier together, study finds

The study found that: “Concordant drinking couples reported decreased negative marital quality over time, and these links were significantly greater among wives.”

https://www.indy100.com/article/couples-drinking-alcohol-together-happier-study-8511236

Metallica launches ‘sound-enhanced’ American whiskey

Members of heavy metal band Metallica have partnered with WhistlePig master distiller Dave Pickerell to launch ‘sonic-aged’ Blackened American Whiskey.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2018/08/metallica-launches-sound-enhanced-american-whiskey/

How to Pair Wine With White-Cheddar Popcorn

You and I both know that we love white-cheddar popcorn.

http://www.grubstreet.com/2018/08/the-best-wine-to-drink-with-popcorn.html

Amazon Alexa ups food and wine pairing skills

A recently launched app via Amazon Echo has sought to increase the wine and food pairing ability of Alexa, the company’s virtual personal assistant service.

https://www.decanter.com/wine-news/amazon-alexa-wine-pairing-400259/#667xruRB6yBqdRx5.99

How a penny can save your spoiled bottle of wine

Few things in life are as frustrating as uncorking a highly anticipated bottle of wine after a long day and pouring a glass only to discover that the bottle is spoiled.

https://eatsiptrip.10best.com/2018/08/29/how-a-penny-can-save-your-spoiled-bottle-of-wine/

Don’t Travel Without This Inflatable Wine Bottle Bag

No broken bottles of wine on our watch

https://www.delish.com/food-news/a22864385/vinnibag-wine-travel-bags/

A Clear-Cut Guide to the Right Type of Ice for Every Cocktail

There’s so much more to ice than filling a few trays and calling it a day.

https://vinepair.com/articles/best-ice-for-cocktails-guide/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=104beef3e3-Aug_30_2018&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-104beef3e3-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-104beef3e3-38937345&mc_cid=104beef3e3&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Wine apps, displays & discounts rank at bottom of consumer purchase influences

How Much a Six-Pack of Beer Cost the Year You Were Born

We tracked down the prices of beer dating all the way back to the 1930s.

https://www.thedailymeal.com/drink/price-beer-through-history-gallery

Kahlúa debuts Espresso Martini in a can

Kahlúa is tapping into the trend for at-home drinking with the launch of a ready-to-drink (RTD) Espresso Martini, said to be the first product of its kind.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2018/08/kahlua-debuts-espresso-martini-in-a-can/

THE BEST-SELLING BEERS IN AMERICA (2018)

How big is Big Beer, exactly? It’s a $350 billion business in America, according to figures compiled by the Beer Institute and National Beer Wholesalers Association.

https://vinepair.com/articles/infographic-20-best-selling-beers-america/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=efabe224ee-Aug_31_2018&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-efabe224ee-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-efabe224ee-38937345&mc_cid=efabe224ee&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

THE DIFFERENCES BETWEEN SOJU, SHOCHU, AND SAKE, EXPLAINED

It’s no secret that Asian spirits are on the rise.

https://vinepair.com/articles/soju-shochu-sake-difference/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=efabe224ee-Aug_31_2018&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-efabe224ee-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-efabe224ee-38937345&mc_cid=efabe224ee&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

New French Bus Runs on Wine Waste

Scania is showing off a new bus in the Bordeaux region of France. And appropriately, it runs on wine. Or at least some of the waste from winemaking.

http://www.autotrader.ca/newsfeatures/20180830/new-french-bus-runs-on-wine-waste/

Which state has the most wineries per capita?

Hint: It’s not California

What’s believed to be the most northerly vineyard in the world is up for sale

Lerkekasa Vineyard sits at a latitude of 59 degrees north, similar to Alaska. But it is a two-hour drive southwest of Oslo.

http://kwbe.com/abc_business/whats-believed-to-be-the-most-northerly-vineyard-in-the-world-is-up-for-sale-abcid36104956/

How Neuroscience Explains Our Obsession With Food Mashups

The concepts of anticipation and expectation can determine your level of enjoyment since certain combinations are more predictable than others.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/eustaciahuen/2018/08/30/neurosciencefood/#6e49a49531fd

Why brands should understand ‘supertasters’

Supertasters were more able to notice the similarities in the wines and less likely would experience a perceptual bias on flavor ratings, which shows that sensation can drive choice decisions even in the presence of extreme learning and experience,

https://www.warc.com/newsandopinion/news/why_brands_should_understand_supertasters/40971

Making wine is easy

90 percent of wine sold in the United States came from the 30 top producers, and more than half of the wine sold domestically came from E. & J. Gallo, The Wine Group and Constellation Brands (“the big three”).

https://napavalleyregister.com/tim-carl-local-tastes-making-wine-is-easy/article_594c8078-7aad-5ba9-b0a9-89015612db97.html

What information should be on wine labels?

Wine is a complicated beverage, and wineries should be using the limited space on labels to help educate the consumer.

https://montrealgazette.com/life/food/bill-zacharkiw-what-information-should-be-on-wine-labels

DIY Wine Bottle Tiki Torch

https://www.9and10news.com/2018/08/31/upcycle-your-space-diy-wine-bottle-tiki-torch/

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Liquor Industry News/Links 09-03-18

September 3, 2018

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09-03-2018

Liquor Industry Week In Review

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This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

Cashing In On the Vintage Liquor Craze

The Unfortunate Trend of Exploding Cans in Craft Beer

Wine allergen warnings: Good idea?

AND MORE!

WHAT’S THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN CLUB SODA, SELTZER, AND SPARKLING WATER? (AND TONIC, TOO)

Though each of these bubbly beverages appears identical, each contains different flavor profiles and is made using different processes.

Vinters are using music to make better wine

Winemakers are playing music to their fermented grapes in an attempt to coax more flavor from the bottles. It sounds odd, but they say the waves help improve the way the wine develops.

https://thenextweb.com/science/2018/08/20/vinters-are-using-music-to-make-better-wine/

PORTUGAL WANTS ALCOHOL WARNING LABELS TO ‘SHOW THE BENEFITS TOO’

Portuguese and Italian officials have hit out at Ireland’s plans to include health warnings on alcohol products which link drinking to a higher risk of developing cancer, with Portugal suggesting they should “show the benefits too.”

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2018/08/portugal-wants-alcohol-warning-labels-to-show-the-benefits-too/

VINEYARDS IN THE DORDOGNE INVEST IN BATS TO PROTECT CROPS

Following a study, published earlier this year, which concluded that certain species of bat hunt grapevine moths, wine producers in the Dordogne are installing bat boxes around their vineyards to encourage the flying mammals to act as a natural ‘pesticide’.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2018/08/vineyards-in-the-dordogne-invest-in-bats-to-protect-crops/

Horizontal and vertical

Wine lovers are used to thinking about horizontal and vertical, especially when it comes to tasting. A horizontal tasting enables a range of wines from the same year to be compared: the emphasis is on the difference between wines. A vertical tasting looks at just one wine through a range of different years, emphasizing the difference in vintages. That’s a useful distinction.

https://www.decanter.com/wine-news/opinion/jefford-on-monday/horizontal-wine-tasting-vertical-399487/

Why so many retailers suddenly want to sell you sangria

Notice more sangria displays in supermarkets and other retailers?

https://www.winecurmudgeon.com/why-so-many-retailers-suddenly-want-to-sell-you-sangria/

Is the Japanese drink beer or wine? Does it even matter?

Sake” in Japanese could refer to any alcoholic drink, so you have to specifically say “nihonshu” to get the rice brew, which many there believe is the drink of the Shinto gods.

https://economictimes.indiatimes.com/magazines/panache/is-the-japanese-drink-beer-or-wine-does-it-even-matter/articleshow/65455425.cms

German Wine

While renowned for its Riesling, Germany boasts a bevy of other varietals that deserve our attention. From a sleeper white grape to Europe’s next great red, learn about six of the country’s most important wines.

http://partners.winemag.com/winesofgermany/?utm_campaign=2157998_Wines%20of%20Germany%20Dedicated%20Email%20%232&utm_medium=email&utm_source=Trade%2FBeverage%20Business%20Enthusiast&dm_i=28KR,1A94E,74ID5P,450M3,1#grapes

HEAVEN HILL SUES BOB DYLAN WHISKEY BRAND

Spirits producer Heaven Hill Distilleries has filed a lawsuit against the Bob Dylan-owned whiskey brand Heaven’s Door Spirits, claiming it infringes its trademark rights.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2018/08/heaven-hill-sues-bob-dylan-whisky-brand/

NEW ZEALAND BREWERY RELEASES ‘FIRST’ DEER BEER

With this year having already witnessed the launch of a whiskey flavoured with beaver secretions, New Zealand brewery Moa has now unveiled a wheat beer brewed with deer velvet for the Chinese market, which sold out in 48 hours.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2018/08/new-zealand-brewery-releases-first-deer-beer/

HEINEKEN HAS LAUNCHED A NON-ALCOHOLIC, ‘LAGUNITAS’ FLAVOURED SPARKLING WATER

Attractively-named “Hop Water”, the new beverage contains no alcohol, no calories, and zero carbohydrates, but is “made using everything we know about hops,” according to the Heineken-owned beer brand’s website.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2018/08/heineken-has-launched-a-non-alcoholic-lagunitas-flavoured-sparkling-water/

A hotel in Germany lets you sleep in a giant wine barrel — and it’s every wine lover’s dream come true

Oenophiles the world over will be happy to know that they can now book a wine barrel for the night.

https://www.businessinsider.com/wine-barrel-hotel-germany-2018-8

How to Pair Wine With Cheap Sushi

Some Ideas

http://www.grubstreet.com/2018/08/the-best-wine-to-drink-with-cheap-sushi.html

How to Train Your Wine Palate

Training your wine palate isn’t difficult. We spoke with expert Filippo Bartolotta on simple ways to gain a better understanding of what’s in your glass.

https://www.winemag.com/2018/08/21/train-wine-palate/

CANNABIS APPELLATION SYSTEM IN CALIFORNIA CLOSE TO REALITY

An appellation system for the cultivation of marijuana in California, modelled on the French AOC or American AVA systems for wine, is already in the early planning stages and could become a reality by 2021.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2018/08/cannabis-appellation-system-in-california-close-reality/

AMERICA’S POT CAPITAL? IT’S MASSACHUSETTS, NOT COLORADO

Massachusetts is emerging as the nation’s pot capital, according to statistics compiled in a state legislative report released to the public last month.

http://dailycaller.com/2018/08/03/us-pot-capital-massachusetts/

THE AMOUNT OF WINE TEACHERS NEED TO DRINK TO SURVIVE EVERY SCHOOL YEAR SITUATION

Back to school season is upon us and with it comes a lot of stress.

https://vinepair.com/wine-blog/teachers-wine-school-year-survival-guide/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=b8e02c2cee-Aug_23_2018&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-b8e02c2cee-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-b8e02c2cee-38937345&mc_cid=b8e02c2cee&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Do It for the ‘Gram: Four Ways to Take Better Wine Snaps

When it comes to wine, however, making your drink look Instagram-worthy can be tough

https://vinepair.com/articles/how-to-instagram-wine/

I Asked a Bunch of Dumb Questions About Wine So You Don’t Have To

Because drinking should never be stressful, and wine knowledge should be as accessible as the closest liquor store, I asked sommelier Victoria James, author of Drink Pink, A Celebration of Rosé and beverage director of New York City’s Cote, a bunch of dumb questions about wine (so you don’t have to!).

https://www.cosmopolitan.com/food-cocktails/a22739519/types-of-wine/

Bigger wine glasses: Marketing ploy, health risk, or just coincidence?

A British study says we use bigger wine glasses than ever before – but do we know why we do?

https://www.winecurmudgeon.com/bigger-wine-glasses-marketing-ploy-health-risk-or-just-coincidence/

Right In The Feels: How Touch Might Influence How A Wine Tastes

Some more recent research has focused on the sensation of physical touch, and has found that the flavors and overall acceptability of various food and beverages can be influenced by the texture of the packaging itself.

http://www.academicwino.com/2018/08/touch-wine-tasting.html/

Zinfandel – The fascinating history of ‘California’s grape’

There were no grapes in Europe named Zinfandel.

https://napavalleyregister.com/wine/columnists/allison-levine/allison-levine-please-the-palate-zinfandel-the-fascinating-history-of/article_327583b0-ffc8-5139-858a-3224c8cd2532.html

The Unfortunate Trend of Exploding Cans in Craft Beer

Such is the awkward reality—and surprising conundrum—of who should be responsible for an exploding can of beer.

https://www.goodbeerhunting.com/sightlines/2018/8/22/exploding-cans

These are the ideal temperatures for beer, wine & other beverages

Cashing In On the Vintage Liquor Craze

Read our guide to evaluating, pricing, and selling the old bottles you find in the back of your liquor cabinet.

https://www.thedailybeast.com/cashing-in-on-the-vintage-liquor-craze

Pumpkin beers are ripe for picking, if perhaps a bit early in season for some

Pumpkin beers are back – for gourd or bad.

https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/business/2018/08/24/pumpkin-beers-already-cropping-up-some-stores-august/1019791002/

‘Game of Thrones’ Announces Jon Snow Beer

King in the North will be available at Brewery Ommegang and certain retail stores on this year’s Black Friday, November 23rd

https://comicbook.com/tv-shows/2018/08/24/game-of-thrones-jon-snow-beer-ommegang-king-in-the-north/

In Italy Sets Rules On How To Make Natural Wine

Natural wine is not an easy concept to grasp

https://www.forbes.com/sites/karlsson/2018/08/24/vinnatur-in-italy-sets-rules-on-how-to-make-natural-wine/#7cceb9841647

How to tell if that dusty bottle of wine in your basement is still any good

Don’t give up on those old bottles of wine.

https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/food/how-to-tell-if-that-dusty-bottle-of-wine-in-your-basement-is-still-any-good/2018/08/24/4666d11a-a645-11e8-a656-943eefab5daf_story.html?noredirect=on&utm_term=.de07be8e8020

Wine allergen warnings: Good idea?

U.S. regulators took a serious look at requiring allergen warning labels on wine in the early 2000s, but the wine industry resisted, arguing that it would be unfair to require a warning for a substance that was used briefly but is no longer in the bottle

http://wineloverspage.com/2018/08/wine-allergen-warnings-good-idea/

Swirling your wine is not pretentious; it’s just good physics

Swirling a glass of wine produces a rotating wave; swirling beer foam reverses rotation.

https://arstechnica.com/science/2018/08/swirling-your-wine-is-not-pretentious-its-just-good-physics/

Finding the perfect wine match to paella

Fish routinely marries well with white wine, but there’s good reason for palate confusion when it comes to paella. That classic part fish, part pork melting pot is a subtle swirl of shrimp, clams, sausage, red peppers and peas.

https://www.pressdemocrat.com/lifestyle/8661507-181/pairings-finding-the-perfect-wine

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Liquor Industry News/Links 08-27-18

August 27, 2018

https://www.pressherald.com/2018/08/09/new-hampshire-offers-booze-discounts-for-out-of-state-shoppers/

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08-27-2018

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This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

Your Social Media Booze Holiday Guide

13 things you probably didn’t know about ‘2-buck Chuck,’

THE 9 MISTAKES EVERYONE MAKES WHEN BUYING CRAFT BEER

AND MORE!

Top 10 Premium-Plus Table Wine Brands in the U.S. by Retail Value

Alcohol a factor in fight between Maine and New Hampshire over millions in revenue

New Hampshire wants to sell more booze to out-of-staters so it’s offering them discounts – something Maine’s liquor agency dismisses as a ‘gimmick.’

Why Bordeaux Brings Out the Best in Cabernet Sauvignon

Exceptional Cabernet Sauvignon is produced around the world. But none quite compare to a bottle from Bordeaux, where it was first produced.

https://www.winemag.com/2018/08/10/bordeaux-cabernet-sauvignon/

Wine and money

The biggest wine contaminant (far worse than sulphur) is money.

https://www.decanter.com/wine-news/opinion/jefford-on-monday/wine-money-price-rises-399092/#UCraM7fmBq5a6GoJ.99

SIX ITALIAN WINES MOST PEOPLE DON’T KNOW

Italy has authorized over 350 different varietals that can be used in winemaking; this fact alone is enough to make your head spin and cause you to realize there’s definitely more to Italy than just Chianti in a wicker basket.

https://vinepair.com/wine-blog/six-italian-wines-people-dont-know/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=db1a3b3e9e-Aug_14_2018&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-db1a3b3e9e-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-db1a3b3e9e-38937345&mc_cid=db1a3b3e9e&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Oil Additive Could Aid in Wine Production

Argan oil helps to protect yeasts from harsh industrial processes

https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/vintner-rsquo-s-dream-oil-additive-could-aid-in-wine-production/

Bribes, Backdoor Deals, and Pay to Play: How Bad Rosé Took Over

A sommelier opens up about the shady business practices that are behind the rise of watery, terrible rosé.

https://www.bonappetit.com/story/rise-of-bad-rose

How to Pair Wine With Cheez-Its

They actually kind of taste like cheese, which makes them a natural candidate to wash down with some wine

http://www.grubstreet.com/2018/08/the-best-wine-to-drink-with-cheez-it-crackers.html

In 2018, What Does A Butler Have To Do With Wine?

Turns out knowing other things can be useful to a butler

https://www.forbes.com/sites/susangordon/2018/08/14/in-2018-what-does-a-butler-have-to-do-with-wine/#2c089d232a7a

Mass. Craft Beverage App: Breweries, Cideries, Distilleries and Wineries

Great interactive map

https://mass-eoeea.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=f7038ef158914191b198764b1485c366

Which Country Imports the Most Wine in the World?

In general, wine imports continue to indicate a mild slump.

https://www.wineindustryadvisor.com/2018/08/14/country-imports-most-wine-world

Cupcake Vineyards Expands Portfolio with the Addition of Winemaker’s Blend, an Ultra-Premium Small Batch Chardonnay

A small-batch limited production offering sourced from two select vineyards in the esteemed appellation of Monterey.

https://www.wineindustryadvisor.com/2018/08/14/cupcake-winemakers-blend-ultra-premium-chardonnay

CANNED WINE SALES UP 43% IN AMERICA

Sales of canned wine are soaring in the US, with year-on-year sales currently up 43% as consumers become more open-minded to alternative packaging for wine.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2018/08/canned-wine-sales-up-43-in-america/

THE 9 MISTAKES EVERYONE MAKES WHEN BUYING CRAFT BEER

But craft beer can be confusing and even a bit snobby and intimidating depending on where you’re purchasing your brew.

https://vinepair.com/wine-blog/the-9-mistakes-everyone-makes-when-buying-craft-beer/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=3b551eb68e-Aug_15_2018&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-3b551eb68e-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-3b551eb68e-38937345&mc_cid=3b551eb68e&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

THE BIRTHPLACES OF MORE THAN 30 FAMOUS COCKTAILS

When a cocktail attains classic status, it’s often hard to remember how and where it originated in the first place.

https://vinepair.com/wine-blog/map-birthplaces-famous-cocktails/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=3b551eb68e-Aug_15_2018&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-3b551eb68e-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-3b551eb68e-38937345&mc_cid=3b551eb68e&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

CHAMPAGNE-FILLED CUPCAKES

These Sound Great!

https://www.thebacklabel.com/recipe/champagne-filled-cupcake-recipe-2/?utm_campaign=engagement&utm_source=newsletter&utm_medium=email&utm_content=bd-newsletter-8-15-18&mc_cid=5768a02dce&mc_eid=307f1bbe08#.W3Sz763Mx8c

Choosing wines for a party

“It depends.” With so many variables to consider, there are no rules.

https://www.pressdemocrat.com/lifestyle/8624604-181/berger-on-wine-choosing-wines

8 Tips for Creating an Effective Wine Self-study Practice

A Master of Wine and a Master Sommelier offer advice on how to prepare for the big exams

https://daily.sevenfifty.com/8-tips-for-creating-an-effective-wine-self-study-practice/

MASSACHUSSETTS MAYOR BOYCOTTS SAM ADAMS BEER OVER TRUMP

Somerville Mayor Joseph Curtatone made the declaration on Twitter, after learning that Jim Koch, chairman of Boston Beer, whose grandfather created the recipe for Samuel Adams Boston Lager, had joined other business leaders for a dinner with Trump on 7 August.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2018/08/massachussetts-mayor-boycots-sam-adams-beer-over-trump/

An introduction into German wine

Germany isn’t your typical wine country, but they make some of the best wine in the world

https://worldoffoodanddrink.worldtravelguide.net/drink/an-introduction-into-german-wine/?platform=hootsuite

SEVEN OF THE BEST BOOZY TRAIN RIDES IN AMERICA

Train rides in America where you can relax, unwind, and enjoy a region’s wines, beers, and breathtaking views, no checked baggage necessary.

https://vinepair.com/articles/best-wine-beer-booze-train-usa/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=f49d34f53d-Aug_16_2018&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-f49d34f53d-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-f49d34f53d-38937345&mc_cid=f49d34f53d&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

LeBron James had a $4,000 wine night and we asked a sommelier to rate his picks

LeBron’s shooting percentage on wine is pretty good, but his choices are a little predictable.

https://www.sbnation.com/lookit/2018/8/14/17687754/lebron-james-wine-night-instagram-sommelier

Here’s why champagne and prosecco make you feel more drunk than normal wine

Carbon dioxide in sparkling drinks increases the permeability of your biomembranes, allowing more alcohol into your bloodstream.

https://www.businessinsider.com/heres-why-champagne-and-prosecco-make-you-feel-more-drunk-than-wine-2018-8

6 Secrets About Paso Robles, A Vibrant Wine Region Of California

One of Central California’s most charming towns is an easy drive from both San Francisco and Los Angeles. Paso Robles is a half an hour from the Pacific Ocean and is home to great local wineries and fun bars and restaurants.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/lizazimmerman/2018/08/13/six-secrets-about-paso-robles/#fb18fbe61da2

13 things you probably didn’t know about ‘2-buck Chuck,’ Trader Joe’s notoriously cheap wine

Trader Joe’s “two-buck Chuck,” its famously cheap private-label wine, has a complicated backstory.

https://www.businessinsider.com/trader-joes-two-buck-chuck-wine-facts-2018-8

Aldi’s Wine Advent Calendar Is Finally Coming to the U.S.

While those calendars all do their part to make the season merry and bright, one advent calendar has eluded Americans.

https://www.foodandwine.com/news/aldi-wine-cheese-advent-calendar

The Do’s and Don’ts of Chilling Wine

The temperature of your wine plays an important role in how it tastes. Here’s how cold your wine should be and a few tips to help it get there.

https://www.winemag.com/2018/08/13/chill-wine/

This App Gives You a Discount on Beer

Love visiting breweries? A new app will actually cover some of the cost of your next drink.

http://fortune.com/2018/08/17/pintpass-app/

How To Read a Wine Label – Wine 101 Videos

Stop trying to memorize labels. There’s a better way!

https://winefolly.com/episode/how-to-read-a-wine-label-wine-101-videos-ep-4/?utm_source=Wine+Folly&utm_campaign=b332d4bea4-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2018_08_08_10_34_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_a18d8bdc1b-b332d4bea4-62472929&mc_cid=b332d4bea4&mc_eid=d73340fcba

How To Translate Champagne Label Details

Since 1979, Champagne labels include nine mandatory factors (other optional indicators may also be present) which comply with European Union laws.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/jillbarth/2018/08/15/how-to-translate-champagne-label-details/#358787326fd6

Five wine stories you never need to read again

You don’t need to read these five wine stories again, because they don’t say anything anyone needs to know to enjoy wine

https://www.winecurmudgeon.com/five-wine-stories-you-never-need-to-read-again/

What Is Spontaneous Fermentation, and How Does It Affect the Taste of Wine, Beer, and Booze?

The hands-off fermentation method makes really interesting wine, beer, and even rum. Here’s why we’re so into it right now.

https://www.bonappetit.com/story/spontaneous-fermentation

China now drinks more Budweiser than the US

Domestic beer consumption in the US has fallen over the last two decades while China’s interest in American beer has spiked. Budweiser sales finally flipped in China’s favor in the first half of 2018 and the trend is expected to continue.

https://www.beveragedaily.com/Article/2018/08/16/China-now-drinks-more-Budweiser-than-the-US

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

https://vinepair.com/articles/chile-infographic-map/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=f5c1a42bd5-Aug_17_2018&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-f5c1a42bd5-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-f5c1a42bd5-38937345&mc_cid=f5c1a42bd5&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

I Love You, Doc: A Brief, Boozy History of Alcohol as Medicine

Basically since fermentation was discovered, we’ve sought cure-by-ABV for everything from the common cold to dyspepsia

https://vinepair.com/articles/alcohol-medicinal-use-history/

5 Ways That Port And Champagne Are Alike

By understanding the parallels between Port and Champagne, wine lovers can better know and love both of these special wines.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/courtneyschiessl/2018/08/16/port-champagne-are-same/#1e1b884c7947

WINE TASTES BETTER WHEN YOU DITCH THE RULES FOR DRINKING IT

“A lot of wine rules are bullshit.”

https://qz.com/quartzy/1361654/wine-tastes-better-when-you-ditch-the-rules-for-drinking-it/

Your Social Media Booze Holiday Guide

From National Rosé Day to National Margarita Day, here’ s a list of reasons to imbibe your favorite beverage.

https://www.winemag.com/2018/08/17/social-media-alcohol-food-holiday-guide/

Is Prosecco Italy’s Sparkling Wine Juggernaut

Prosecco is an Italian white wine produced in 9 provinces across the Veneto

https://www.forbes.com/sites/joemicallef/2018/08/18/is-prosecco-italys-sparkling-wine-juggernaut/#155233333d89

The Life Cycle of Champagne

How do you make an older wine taste younger? Or a younger wine taste older?

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2018/08/the-life-cycle-of-champagne

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August 20, 2018

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HOW MANY CALORIES ARE IN VODKA?

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Do Pedialyte Hangover Truthers Have a Point? (Maybe)

It rather amazingly has become a popular source of hangover prevention and relief for adults.

THE STORY BEHIND THE NEGRONI POPS

There’s still plenty of summer left to be enjoyed!

https://vinepair.com/cocktail-recipe/negroni-pops-recipe/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=b1681a49d3-Aug_06_2018&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-b1681a49d3-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-b1681a49d3-38937345&mc_cid=b1681a49d3&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

How many wines are there in the world? How many wineries?

Interesting data from wine-searcher.com

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2018/08/wine-searcher-tackles-the-big-questions

Are US Wine Consumers Lazy?

Why are there so few bottles of Australian wines on the wine lists at my favorite local restaurants, and why don’t they reflect what’s actually happening in the Australian wine community right now?

https://www.forbes.com/sites/cathyhuyghe/2018/08/03/are-us-wine-consumers-lazy-a-hard-look-at-this-through-the-lens-of-australian-wine/#3ccb5a452e50

The search for purity in wine

The culture of the critical score set everyone chasing superlatives. These three decades of exploration and experiment, of boundary-pushing, of ‘statements’ and of ‘icons’ gave us an exuberant cacophony of styles.

https://www.decanter.com/wine-news/opinion/jefford-on-monday/purity-in-wine-398703-398703/#lBVa8r1Hg6WdPBR7.99

Could we smell better? Much better?

Do we have only very limited access to the sensory information that we are receiving all the time?

http://www.wineanorak.com/wineblog/wine-science/could-we-smell-better-much-better

How to judge a bottle of wine by its label

Are there tell-tale signs that would nudge us in the right direction?

https://thetakeout.com/how-to-judge-a-bottle-of-wine-by-its-label-1828030852

10 ODD DRINKING BY-LAWS FROM AROUND THE WORLD

The world is full of odd, antiquated laws which, although rarely if ever enforced, have remained on the statute books.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2018/08/odd-drinking-by-laws/

TREND FOR WASHING HAIR IN CHAMPAGNE HITS INSTAGRAM

A beauty blogger is encouraging her followers to wash their hair in Champagne, claiming that it helps to “tame frizz” and gives “an extra little vamp of shine” to long locks.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2018/08/trend-for-washing-hair-in-champagne-hits-instagram/

THE DIFFERENCES BETWEEN CHAMPAGNE, PROSECCO & CAVA

For a long time Champagne was the only “good” sparkling wine that most Americans drank.

https://vinepair.com/wine-blog/champagne-vs-prosecco-vs-cava/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=62af6184f6-Aug_07_2018&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-62af6184f6-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-62af6184f6-38937345&mc_cid=62af6184f6&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

THE SIX BEST REDS FOR WHITE WINE DRINKERS

For those white wine lovers looking to dip a toe in the other side of the pool what are the best reds to ease the transition?

https://vinepair.com/wine-blog/the-six-best-reds-for-white-wine-drinkers/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=62af6184f6-Aug_07_2018&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-62af6184f6-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-62af6184f6-38937345&mc_cid=62af6184f6&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

The 3 most important things to look for on a wine label, according to an expert

With the infinite choices of varieties, vintages, terroirs, and tannins, buying wine can be a real minefield.

https://www.sfgate.com/technology/businessinsider/article/The-3-most-important-things-to-look-for-on-a-wine-13137380.php

How to Pair Wine With S’mores

You might think that chocolate and wine are a natural pair, but their clashing qualities make them surprisingly difficult to enjoy together.

http://www.grubstreet.com/2018/08/best-wine-to-drink-with-chocolate-smores.html

HOW MANY CALORIES ARE IN VODKA?

There are just 64 calories in a 1.5-ounce shot of vodka, according to various sources on the internet.

https://vinepair.com/articles/how-many-calories-vodka-shot/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=21e550f660-Aug_08_2018&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-21e550f660-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-21e550f660-38937345&mc_cid=21e550f660&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

What’s Next for Portuguese Wine?

New energy suffuses the country’s up-and-coming wine regions

https://daily.sevenfifty.com/whats-next-for-portuguese-wine/?utm_campaign=SevenFifty%20Daily%20Weekly%20Digest&utm_source=hs_email&utm_medium=email&utm_content=65097883&_hsenc=p2ANqtz-9m5_odSoDTKHh2V258h0NQML0CFP1pBo_UfObh9WY_cAugxN67qBws8In_eX3E4s4_HipDtaTM04j9gKnX8ybcnognGQHZ23iYdUCkTgLpD9rrH-I&_hsmi=65098671

Your Guide to the Finger Lakes, the Most Exciting Wine Region on the East Coast of America

Located five hours outside New York City, in the Southern Tier region of New York State, sits the most exciting wine region on the East Coast, the Finger Lakes.

https://vinepair.com/articles/travel-guide-wine-finger-lakes/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=ddf49b2a4d-Aug_10_2018&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-ddf49b2a4d-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-ddf49b2a4d-38937345&mc_cid=ddf49b2a4d&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

WASPS ARE GETTING DRUNK OFF FERMENTED FRUIT AND TERRORIZING BEER GARDENS

A brutal heatwave in Europe is having an unlikely effect on wasps, and the little insects are getting angrier and violent as a result.

https://www.thrillist.com/news/nation/uk-wasps-drunk-beer-gardens-europe-heatwave

This clever bottle visualizes the terroir of the wine within

Most wine labels overlook this, focusing on a simple text logo accompanied by a short description about blackberry notes and counties in California

https://www.fastcompany.com/90214913/this-clever-bottle-visualizes-the-terroir-of-the-wine-within

Do Italian wines shipped to the U.S. contain more sulfides than the bottles sold in Italy?

I think you mean sulfites, not sulfides, but I thought I’d use this opportunity to remind you and others of the difference between the two. Sulfides are volatile sulfur compounds and, while harmless, are typically considered a flaw because of the stinky, skunky or rotten egg–like aromas they can contribute to wine. Sulfites are a naturally occurring byproduct of wine, and sometimes winemakers choose to add additional sulfites to prevent a wine from spoiling.

Wines sold in the United States have the “contains sulfites” note on wine labels, but wines sold in Italy do not, simply because labeling laws differ from country to country. So the same wine—with the same amount of sulfites—will or won’t carry that warning, depending on where it is sold. Italian wines imported to the U.S. have to have this “contains sulfites” wording on their labels before being sold here.

For most of us, sulfites aren’t a problem, and are part of many things we consume, like dried apricots, molasses and blue cheese. But for the approximately 1 percent of people that have sulfite allergies, wine can be a concern, and cause some scary reactions, from wheezing and asthma-like attacks to digestive issues and difficulty swallowing.

Why it’s worth making the effort to shop at independent wine shops

People are still confused or not clear on the benefits of going to your local wine shop, or on the kinds of wines you get there

https://www.standard.co.uk/lifestyle/foodanddrink/best-independent-wine-shops-in-london-a3905906.html

Organic, natural, biodynamic… What next for wine?

Wine has been popular for centuries: but as consumers becoming increasingly concerned about sustainability there’s huge potential for niche categories – such as organic, natural and biodynamic – to grow. BeverageDaily puts the spotlight on the trends the industry will be seeing more of in the coming years.

https://www.beveragedaily.com/Article/2018/08/08/Organic-natural-biodynamic-What-next-for-wine

How To Taste Wine

Learn wine tasting secrets used by sommeliers, wine buyers, and critics. Find out what you’ve been missing in every glass of wine you drink.

https://winefolly.com/episode/how-to-taste-wine-video-series-ep-3/?utm_source=Wine+Folly&utm_campaign=1d1e708483-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2018_08_08_10_34&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_a18d8bdc1b-1d1e708483-62472929&mc_cid=1d1e708483&mc_eid=d73340fcba

The Wine Awakening: Surveying American Wine Preferences

The most common way Americans get into wine is from a friend, with 30 percent reporting that’s how they originally tried it.

https://www.modernrestaurantmanagement.com/the-wine-awakening-surveying-american-wine-preferences-infographic/

There’s a threshold for how much you should spend on wine — and it’s lower than you might think

There’s nothing like the taste of a fine wine. But with certain wines selling in the thousands and even tens of thousands per bottle, it begs the question: Is it really worth it?

https://www.sfgate.com/technology/businessinsider/article/I-m-a-financial-planner-here-s-what-I-tell-12191567.php

Four Liquors Made With Wine

Wine and spirits meet in these bottles of vodka, whiskey and gin that are produced with a dash of everything from rosé to Sherry.

https://www.winemag.com/2018/08/09/four-liquors-made-wine/

THE FLAVORS IN THE 10 MOST POPULAR WINES, VISUALIZED

To help navigate this vast landscape, we visualized the flavors in 10 of the most widely planted wines.

https://vinepair.com/articles/flavors-popular-wines-infographic/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=ddf49b2a4d-Aug_10_2018&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-ddf49b2a4d-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-ddf49b2a4d-38937345&mc_cid=ddf49b2a4d&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

French see red over ‘blue’ wine from Spain, as experts challenge claims about how it is produced

Véronique Cheynier, director of research at the prestigious National Institute of Agricultural Research, cast doubt on the producer’s assertion that the wine is completely natural.

https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2018/08/10/french-see-red-blue-wine-spain-experts-challenge-claims-produced/

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Liquor Industry News/Links 08-13-18

August 13, 2018

https://winefolly.com/update/biodynamic-calendar-fruit-day-wine-tasting/?utm_source=Wine+Folly&utm_campaign=38fbfbb5f6-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2018_07_27_10_35_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_a18d8bdc1b-38fbfbb5f6-62472929&mc_cid=38fbfbb5f6&mc_eid=d73340fcba

Liquor Industry News/Links

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

By: Mark C Lenzi

CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, IWS*

08-13-2018

Liquor Industry Week In Review

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

What is Vogue’s bottle of wine a day diet

THE FLAVORS IN YOUR FAVORITE BEERS VISUALIZED

There’s a good reason you shouldn’t drink alcohol while you’re on antibiotics — but it’s probably not what you’ve been told

AND MORE!

Will a Fruit Day Make My Wine Taste Better?

According to the lunar calendar, “fruit days” are the most auspicious days to drink wine.

Vineyard Pest Spreading in Eastern U.S.

Potential damage from spotted lanternfly could total $18 billion, wine grapes at risk

https://www.winesandvines.com/news/article/201558/Vineyard-Pest-Spreading-in-Eastern-US

Carriers Trashing Wine Shipments

UPS and FedEx are confiscating and disposing of some wines shipped from New York retail stores to customers out of state.

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2018/07/carriers-trashing-wine-shipments?h=1

A cautionary tale of mice, microbes, and mechanical harvesting

A recent medical report indicates that fresh juice from mechanically harvested grapes can (on very rare occasions) carry infectious diseases from animals picked up and crushed by harvesting machinery.

http://wineoscope.com/2018/07/29/a-cautionary-tale-of-mice-microbes-and-mechanical-harvesting/

The World’s Highest-Altitude Winery Is Right Here in Colorado

Alma’s lofty elevation of 10,361 feet makes this the highest-altitude winery on the planet, beating its closest competitor in Chile by about 30 feet.

https://www.5280.com/2018/07/the-worlds-highest-altitude-winery-is-right-here-in-colorado/

Your wine can ride this soaring food trend — IF you can get creative about pairing!

Healthy grapes for a good microbiome and wine

It is important to further investigate the microbiota diversity changes in damaged grapes and its influence on the alcoholic fermentation.

https://www.ciencia-e-vinho.com/2018/07/29/healthy-grapes-for-a-good-microbiome-and-wine-sour-rot-botrytis/

5 of the Most Important Patron Saints of Italian Wine You’ve Never Heard About

Over those two thousand plus years, there are saints in Italy that wine lovers and winemakers depend on to get through every harvest and bottling.

https://acevola.blogspot.com/2018/07/5-of-most-important-patron-saints-of.html

Millennials’ drinking habits are causing a crisis for America’s most iconic beer brands — and now they’re banking on nonalcoholic drinks to survive

Apparently, even the “Dilly Dilly” phenomenon isn’t enough to entice young Americans to pick up a Bud.

https://www.businessinsider.com/millennial-beer-habits-force-change-at-ab-inbev-2018-7

‘Two totally different experiences’: Bachelor, bachelorette parties invade wineries

You go in and have a tasting and buy some wine, versus bus tours or limos and screaming kids

https://www.ctvnews.ca/business/two-totally-different-experiences-bachelor-bachelorette-parties-invade-wineries-1.4032430

New Smirnoff

Diageo is extending its Smirnoff vodka range with a new limited edition Moscow Mule-inspired entry. Infused with ginger and lime flavors, Smirnoff Moscow Mule is designed to be mixed with ginger ale or ginger beer to create a simple cocktail. The 30%-abv offering ($15 a 750-ml.) will be available at select retail outlets through September, offered in both 750-ml. and 50-ml. formats. Smirnoff Moscow Mule’s debut follows the 2016 launch of summer-inspired limited edition Smirnoff Red, White & Berry, which was up 65% to 68,000 cases in the U.S. last year, according to Impact Databank. The overall Smirnoff brand, however, was down 1.8% to 9.2 million cases for 2017.

Americans Still Favor Beer Over Other Alcoholic Beverages

Americans who drink alcohol continue to say they most often choose beer (42%) over wine (34%) and liquor (19%), after wine and beer essentially tied between 2011 and 2013.

https://news.gallup.com/poll/238100/americans-favor-beer-alcoholic-beverages.aspx

BEYOND THE PARM: SIX ITALIAN CHEESES YOU NEED TO KNOW

The good news is that Italy has a wide world of cheeses for exploring and enjoying.

https://vinepair.com/articles/six-italian-cheeses-parmesan/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=f578277992-Jul_30_2018&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-f578277992-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-f578277992-38937345&mc_cid=f578277992&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Fiano, Campania’s Rising Star

Winemakers in Italy’s Campania have always focused on their native varieties. But it’s time for Fiano, the grape behind the region’s aromatic white wines, to shine.

https://www.winemag.com/2018/07/30/fiano-campanias-rising-star/

Alcohol Drinkers Change Their Attitudes

E& J. Gallo Winery executive says consumers in ambitious survey want wine to be fun

https://www.winesandvines.com/news/article/201607/Alcohol-Drinkers-Change-Their-Attitudes

Retailers Spar With Total Wine Over Coupons

An amendment to Massachusetts law that would allow discounts is being resisted by independent store owners.

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2018/07/retailers-spar-with-total-wine-over-coupons

Boston Beer Company Launches Truly Spiked & Sparkling Rosé

Half of alcohol beverage drinkers (50%) wish there was a healthier alternative for rosé wine. This summer, Truly Spiked & Sparkling is giving drinkers a new way to rosé with the debut of its newest style: Truly Rosé

https://www.brewbound.com/news/boston-beer-company-launches-truly-spiked-sparkling-rose?utm_source=Daily+Brew&utm_campaign=7518feff9e-The+Daily+Brew%3A+January+11%2C+2018_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_935b7e0b70-7518feff9e-36686829

THE HISTORY OF WINE A 40 SECOND ANIMATED GIF

Watch wine spread to six of the planet’s seven continents — over the course of 6,000 years — in 40 seconds!

https://vinepair.com/wine-blog/history-wine-animated-gif/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=0b262edf90-Aug_01_2018&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-0b262edf90-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-0b262edf90-38937345&mc_cid=0b262edf90&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Craft Beer News

Craft beer production increased by 5% in the first half of 2018, according to the Brewers Association, matching its growth rate for calendar 2017. While craft beer continues to expand in the U.S.—and is aggregating share within the overall beer category—the pace has slowed markedly over the past few years, and the market has grown increasingly crowded. The Brewers Association notes that there were more 6,655 active breweries in the U.S. as of June 30, up 20% from a year ago. In addition, there are an estimated 2,500-3,000 breweries in the planning stages. “The data demonstrate that 2018 is on pace to have the highest number of brewery openings and closings to date,” said Brewers Association chief economist Bart Watson. “However, even as breweries close, openings continue to far outpace the number that shutter.”

Experts Confirm There Are No Concerns About California Wines Due to Fukushima

Based on the university’s published measurements, the California wines contain 100 times less than the World Health Organization guidance level for drinking water.

https://www.wineinstitute.org/resources/pressroom/07302018

BLUE WINE TREND HITS FRANCE

French entrepreneur René Le Bail is on a mission to turn his fellow countrymen into a nation of red, white and blue wine drinkers with the launch of ‘Vindigo’.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2018/08/blue-wine-trend-hits-france/

Another Story

Blue Wine to Revolutionize Wine Codes

http://georgiatoday.ge/news/11621/Blue-Wine-to-Revolutionize-Wine-Codes

When the 3-tier system works as it’s supposed to, it’s a beautiful thing.

In the end, everyone benefits.

http://tablascreek.typepad.com/tablas/2018/07/when-the-3-tier-system-works-as-its-supposed-to-its-a-beautiful-thing.html

How to Pair Wine With Gummy Bears

A fine gummy bear demands an equally fine wine to drink with it.

http://www.grubstreet.com/2018/07/how-to-pair-wine-with-gummy-bears.html

Understanding the Gems of Vinho Verde

There’s more to this easy-drinking, effervescent Portuguese white wine than meets the eye. Learn about the subregions and grapes of Vinho Verde, and what wines to watch for.

https://www.winemag.com/2018/07/31/vinho-verde-guide/

Red Wine Milkshakes

You like red wine and you like milkshakes so …

https://www.delish.com/cooking/recipe-ideas/a22550350/red-wine-milkshakes-recipe/

THE STATES WITH THE MOST WINERIES IN AMERICA (2018)

Where does your state rank? Check out VinePair’s map of the states with the most wineries to find out.

https://vinepair.com/articles/map-america-states-most-wineries/

There’s a good reason you shouldn’t drink alcohol while you’re on antibiotics — but it’s probably not what you’ve been told

Most people have heard that you shouldn’t combine alcohol and antibiotics. However, the truth is more complicated.

https://www.businessinsider.com/why-you-shouldnt-drink-on-antibiotics-2018-7

CHARDONNAY VOTED AMERICA’S FAVOURITE WINE

According to a recent survey of 2,000 consumers by Jordan Winery in Sonoma County, California, Chardonnay is the variety that Americans drink most regularly – adding weight to Kendall-Jackson’s plea for a white wine emoji.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2018/08/chardonnay-voted-americas-favourite-wine/

ANCIENT WINE JAR ‘FACTORY’ FOUND IN ISRAEL

Israeli archaeologists near Tel Aviv have discovered a large, 3rd century AD workshop, which churned out jars for wine storage continuously for over 600 years.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2018/08/ancient-wine-jar-factory-found-in-isreal/

13 mistakes you’re making when ordering wine

If you feel intimidated when the server or bartender puts a wine list down in front of you, you’re not alone.

https://www.thisisinsider.com/how-to-buy-and-order-wine-2018-8

How to Pair Cinnamon with Wine

Cinnamon is a familiar household spice, but we’ll show you how to pair it with wine in many unexpected ways.

https://www.winemag.com/2018/08/01/pair-cinnamon-wine/

FOOD INFOGRAPHIC: 47 HERB AND SPICE PAIRINGS WITH WINE

How to pair food with herbs and spices

THE FLAVORS IN YOUR FAVORITE BEERS VISUALIZED

How many of these smells and tastes have you recognized while drinking your favorite beer?

https://vinepair.com/wine-blog/the-flavors-in-your-favorite-beers-visualized/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=641ad65534-Aug_02_2018&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-641ad65534-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-641ad65534-38937345&mc_cid=641ad65534&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

MONSTER ENERGY IN LEGAL BATTLE WITH DISTILLERY IN VIRGINIA OVER LOGO

A small distillery in Virginia received a 108-page objection to its company logo from energy drinks giant Monster, and despite its size, has vowed to fight back against what it’s calling greedy behaviour and bullying.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2018/08/monster-energy-in-legal-battle-with-distillery-in-virginia-over-logo/

Long Island wineries are fed up with rowdy bachelorette parties

Some Long Island wineries are serving up a giant buzzkill for bachelorette parties — by banning bridezillas and their minions from their premises.

https://nypost.com/2018/08/01/long-island-wineries-are-fed-up-with-rowdy-bachelorette-parties/

It’s red wine, isn’t it? So enough with the sugar already

Sweet red wine: It’s time for the wine business to admit it’s sugaring up our red wine and passing it off as dry.

https://www.winecurmudgeon.com/its-red-wine-isnt-it-so-enough-with-the-sugar-already/

Velvety, bright, flabby: Stop to consider how wine feels

A lot of beginning wine drinkers automatically go to the word “smooth” to describe wines.

http://www.chicagotribune.com/dining/drink/wine/sc-food-wine-texture-and-tasting-0803-story.html#

The “French Paradox” is dead. 83% of public says unhealthy or makes no difference.

How should fine wine be defined?

The fact that the words ‘fine wine’ can mean very different things to different people is hardly surprising

https://www.meininger.de/en/wine-business-international/how-should-fine-wine-be-defined

Dessert Wine Is the New Scotch

Sommeliers are making a serious play for your after-dinner drink. Here are six styles to look for.

https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2018-08-03/dessert-wine-is-the-new-scotch

New Zealand wines and the question of age

New Zealand does not have a long-standing tradition of making and drinking wine

https://www.meininger.de/en/wine-business-international/new-zealand-wines-and-question-of-age

Automating Wine Cork Quality Control Product Focus:

Cork suppliers have invested in new technology in fight against TCA
https://www.winesandvines.com/news/article/201792/Automating-Wine-Cork-Quality-Control

Are US Wine Consumers Lazy?

A Hard Look At This, Through The Lens Of Australian Wine

https://www.forbes.com/sites/cathyhuyghe/2018/08/03/are-us-wine-consumers-lazy-a-hard-look-at-this-through-the-lens-of-australian-wine/#4e1c50992e50

What is Vogue’s bottle of wine a day diet

This1977 diet plan was recently unearthed on Twitter, and has since gone viral

https://www.thesun.co.uk/fabulous/6930662/what-is-vogues-bottle-of-wine-a-day-diet-does-it-help-you-lose-weight-is-it-safe/

9 THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT STAG’S LEAP WINE CELLARS

To ensure you’re putting your punctuation in the right places — and drinking what you think you are — here are nine things you need to know about Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars.

https://vinepair.com/articles/stags-leap-wine-cellars-guide/

French wine scientists create ‘supergrapes’ that do not require pesticides

Four revolutionary supergrape varieties they say are impervious to rot and thus require almost no pesticides.

https://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2018/08/04/french-wine-scientists-create-supergrapes-do-not-require-pesticides/

Wine awards: worth the gold stickers they’re printed on?

In some wine competitions, the majority of (paying) entrants gets a prize

https://www.irishtimes.com/life-and-style/food-and-drink/drink/wine-awards-worth-the-gold-stickers-they-re-printed-on-1.3575272

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Liquor Industry News/Links 08-06-18

August 6, 2018

https://vinepair.com/articles/cape-cod-drinking-guide/

Liquor Industry News/Links

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

By: Mark C Lenzi

CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, IWS*

08-06-2018

Liquor Industry Week In Review

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

The Mysterious Case of the Michelada Beer Cocktail

All 37 Celebrity Liquors and Spirits, Ranked

Why drinking wine engages more of your brain than math

AND MORE!

Your Guide to Cape Cod’s Emerging Craft Beer, Wine, and Distillery Scenes

Cape Cod is becoming one of the hottest places in New England to pop into a tasting room, grab some craft beverages to go (or stay for a taste), and hit the sand and surf.

10 THINGS YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT PABST BLUE RIBBON

You might think it’s all PBR and irony, but Pabst Brewing, based in Los Angeles, is the fifth-largest brewer in the U.S. Established in 1844 in Milwaukee and best known for its Pabst Blue Ribbon brand (the aforementioned “PBR”), the brewery currently claims 30 brands to its name.

https://vinepair.com/articles/pbr-pabst-blue-ribbon-beer-guide/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=364c0741f0-July_23_2018&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-364c0741f0-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-364c0741f0-38937345&mc_cid=364c0741f0&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

FIVE WAYS TECHNOLOGY IS CHANGING THE WINE WE DRINK

From drones to machine learning, new technologies are helping winemakers improve both the quantity and quality of their wine

https://pursuit.unimelb.edu.au/articles/five-ways-technology-is-changing-the-wine-we-drink

Tired of rosé? Here’s what else to drink this summer.

Three suggestions for jazzing up wine in summer

https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/food/tired-of-rose-heres-what-else-to-drink-this-summer/2018/07/19/cacc029e-8b84-11e8-8aea-86e88ae760d8_story.html?utm_term=.b165cdaa8bc3

Koshu is the Japanese wine you need to know about right now

If Australian wine guru Phillip Moraghan has anything to do with it, Koshu may soon be as popular here as Pinot Grigio.

http://www.executivestyle.com.au/koshu-is-the-japanese-wine-you-need-to-know-about-right-now-h12v0g#ixzz5M6GD457i

The Most Important Step in Winemaking That Nobody Talks About

Why is bottling so important?

http://www.girlandthegrape.com/2018/important-step-winemaking-nobody-talks/

Hard Seltzer Regulatory Considerations

By now you’re likely aware of hard seltzer, but despite its growing popularity, consumers are still relatively limited to a few national brands and a handful of regional brands.

http://bevlog.bevlaw.com/malt-beverage/hard-seltzer-regulatory-considerations

Hard sparkling water is red-hot right now

Drinker’s tastes and priorities are shifting in a major way. Beer, wine and mixed drinks have traditionally dominated the adult beverage industry

https://finance.yahoo.com/news/hard-sparkling-water-red-hot-right-now-192005074.html?guccounter=1&utm_source=Daily+Brew&utm_campaign=40a30f993c-The+Daily+Brew%3A+January+11%2C+2018_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_935b7e0b70-40a30f993c-36686829

This Cooler Is Changing My Life

When did coolers become so awesome?

https://www.pastemagazine.com/articles/2018/07/this-cooler-is-changing-my-life.html?utm_source=Daily+Brew&utm_campaign=40a30f993c-The+Daily+Brew%3A+January+11%2C+2018_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_935b7e0b70-40a30f993c-36686829

Survey Reveals That Cork Closures Seal 88% of the World’s Top Wines

According to a recent survey conducted on behalf of APCOR – The Portuguese Cork Association, 88 percent of the world’s top wines as selected by Wine Spectator in 2015, 2016 and 2017 are sealed with cork closures.

https://www.wineindustryadvisor.com/2018/07/23/survey-cork-seal-88-world-top-wines

How Does Wine Help Guard Your Heart?

Study shows that changes triggered by moderate alcohol consumption may help your body fight off future cardiovascular damage

Heartbeat make wine glasses,bottle and heart symbol stock vector

https://www.winespectator.com/webfeature/show/id/How-Does-Wine-Help-Guard-Your-Heart

Why are Rosé Bottles Crazy with Shapes and Packaging?

Disappointed as I was in my fellow wine drinkers, this meant I had to face facts: these attention-seeking methods of marketing serve a purpose. Heavy bottles, particularly those with champagne-like shapes, deep punts and long thin necks, denote prestige – you’re splashing out and you’re not afraid to take rosé seriously.

https://www.jancisrobinson.com/articles/on-a-pink-soap-box

Vermont’s Champlain Valley Is One Of America’s Most Interesting Wine Regions

What’s the story in Vermont’s Champlain Valley?

https://www.forbes.com/sites/jillbarth/2018/07/23/vermonts-champlain-valley-is-one-of-americas-most-interesting-wine-regions/#6f70c3dc4e88

Cheap wine wonders: the best wines on the bottom shelf

Buying wine for a crowd can be tricky — hosts are trying to accommodate different tastes and pair different wines with the food while staying on a budget.

https://www.theadvocate.com/gambit/new_orleans/lifestyle/party_planning_guide/article_01f25948-8460-11e8-ab74-e3f155411368.html

Georgia state officially has a new wine region

Wine lovers have another important stop to make on any trip to the southern USA now. There’s officially a newly recognised wine region to visit; the Dahlonega Plateau in Georgia.

https://www.lonelyplanet.com/news/2018/07/23/georgia-dahlonega-plateau-wine-region/

FORGET WINE & PAINTING, THIS CLASS LETS YOU GET DRUNK & TATTOO A MELON

Use a real tattoo gun to practice tattooing on melons

http://www.whiskeyriff.com/2018/07/23/forget-wine-painting-this-class-lets-you-get-drunk-tattoo-a-melon/

Brace Yourselves: Game of Thrones Scotch Is Coming

It only took seven years, but Game of Thrones fans will finally be able to pair the perfect scotch with each action-packed episode of the hit series when its eighth and final season premieres in 2019.

http://whiskyadvocate.com/game-thrones-scotch/

Organic and biodynamic wine growers anxiously await EU decision on copper limits

Currently, the EU allows the use of up to 6 kg per hectare per year. The committee is considering limiting the amount to 4 kg per hectare per year.

https://dobianchi.com/2018/07/23/bordeaux-mixture-vineyards/

What’s in a Wine Name?

You put your trust in producers and retailers to deliver the products that they claim to be – but are they? Fraud in the food and beverage industry is becoming an all too common problem,

https://www.technologynetworks.com/applied-sciences/articles/whats-in-a-wine-name-306654

Why drinking wine engages more of your brain than math

You might want to take in more wine tastings, according to a neuroscientist.

https://aleteia.org/2018/07/24/why-drinking-wine-engages-more-of-your-brain-than-math/

10 ESSENTIAL BEER APPS YOUR PHONE IS THIRSTY FOR

There’s only one thing we love more than beer, and that’s ignoring all our important real-life responsibilities in order to stare at a smartphone app about beer

FIND US ON BEER MENUS

https://www.thrillist.com/drink/nation/best-beer-apps

BEAT THE HEAT WITH THESE 7 ICE-COLD VEGAN BREWS

Enjoy breezy summer nights and sweltering pool parties with these tasty, refreshing vegan beers.

MANY IN STOCK

https://vegnews.com/2018/7/beat-the-heat-with-these-7-ice-cold-vegan-brews?utm_source=Daily+Brew&utm_campaign=9419864b31-The+Daily+Brew%3A+January+11%2C+2018_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_935b7e0b70-9419864b31-36686829

Boxed Beer: Niche Trend or Packaging of the Future?

Could boxed be the logical next step? It’s unlikely. Uncarbonated beer retains a very small market share in the United States, and technological advances would be necessary to both make the packaging viable for carbonated brews and create a scalable packaging model.

https://oct.co/essays/boxed-beer-niche-trend-or-beer-packaging-future?mbid=social_facebook

Resistant Grape Varieties – The Future of Viticulture?

Generally speaking, growing healthy grapes for producing quality wine can require a lot of spraying in the vineyards, and the use of important quantities of pesticides, fungicides, herbicides, etc.

http://socialvignerons.com/2018/07/23/resistant-grape-varieties-the-future-of-viticulture/

Misunderstanding Old World and New World Wine

Old versus New World Regulations

https://wineeconomist.com/2018/07/24/translation/

The Benefits of Using Falcons for Pest Control in Your Vineyard

Falcons are helpful to farmers looking for pest control solutions to protect their vineyards from menacing birds.

http://wineindustrynetwork.com/suppliers/falcon-crop-protection.html#whatsnew

INAO AUTHORISES USE OF ANTI-HAIL NETTING

The INAO has authorised the use of anti-hail netting in French vineyards following several years of tests in Burgundy.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2018/07/inao-authorises-use-of-anti-hail-netting/

WHAT TO DO WITH THE CORK WHEN YOUR SERVER PRESENTS IT

But before your server offers you the first sip, a well known ritual confirming that the wine will be enjoyable, something happens that derails the mood. You are presented with the cork. What do you do now?

https://vinepair.com/wine-geekly/what-to-do-with-cork-restaurant/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=88a2a2e3c3-July_25_2018&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-88a2a2e3c3-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-88a2a2e3c3-38937345&mc_cid=88a2a2e3c3&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Supreme Court Has Chance to Decide if States Can Discriminate Against Wine Retailer Shipping?

While residency restrictions are important, it’s notable that if the Supreme Court takes this case it will almost certainly be required to answer the question, may state laws allow in-state retailers to ship wine directly to its residents while banning out of state retailers from shipping wine.

https://nawr.org/supreme-court-has-chance-to-decide-if-states-can-discriminate-against-wine-retailer-shipping/

Seagram’s Liquor Heiress Charged in Nxivm Sex-Trafficking Case

Arrest on conspiracy and racketeering charges in connection with her role at Nxivm, a self-help group that prosecutors call a pyramid scheme and former members say is a cult.

https://www.nytimes.com/2018/07/24/nyregion/nxivm-arrest-seagram-heiress.html

A COMPLETE INTRODUCTION TO THE WINES OF FRANCE: MAP & INFOGRAPHIC

Your complete introductory guide to France’s wines, including the major regions, the grapes that grow there, and their famous blends, along with general facts about French wine.

https://vinepair.com/wine-blog/intro-wines-of-france-map-infographic/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=a4739db455-July_27_2018&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-a4739db455-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-a4739db455-38937345&mc_cid=a4739db455&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

All 37 Celebrity Liquors and Spirits, Ranked

Part of being a celebrity now is having your own liquor. But are any of them any good?

https://www.esquire.com/food-drink/drinks/g22118748/best-celebrity-liquors/

How to Pair Wine With Funfetti

There is a way to make the Funfetti party even more fun: by serving the cake with a chilled bottle of spumante rosé from the Prosecco area of Northern Italy.

http://www.grubstreet.com/2018/07/the-best-wine-to-serve-at-birthday-parties.html

5 Things You’ll Never Need To Know About Wine To Enjoy It

Forget about “undercurrents of bramble and sage” and what the weather was like in 2011. This is the opposite of every wine list you’ve ever read.

Grouping of five varieties of rose wine in wineglasses.

https://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/wine-facts-you-dont-need_us_5b51f21be4b0fd5c73c4b11c

EU Organic Wine Laws

In February 2012, new EU rules for “organic wine” have been agreed in the Standing Committee on Organic Farming (SCOF).

https://ec.europa.eu/agriculture/organic/eu-policy/eu-rules-on-production/wine_en

Here’s the Best Way to Chill Boxed Wine Before Serving It

Boxed wine is great for a few reasons: It’s portable, it’s affordable and it’s often quite tasty.

https://www.purewow.com/news/how-to-chill-boxed-wine

The Best Wines to Pair with Eggs

Ever wonder what wine pairs with eggs Benedict or Denny’s classic Moons Over My Hammy? Whether you’re at brunch or having a late breakfast, these pairings are for you.

https://www.winemag.com/2018/07/25/eggs-wine-pairing-breakfast/

Are Your Wine Preferences Static or in Flux?

Here’s a quick poll to determine your drinking patterns and preferences compared to the nation as a whole.

https://www.theexaminernews.com/are-your-wine-preferences-static-or-in-flux/

What is Wine? Video Series (Ep. 1)

Explore the fundamentals of wine in the first segment of the Learn Wine Video Series. What’s more, you’ll be surprised to discover a few details that most wine lovers don’t know!

https://winefolly.com/episode/what-is-wine-video-series-ep-1/

ITALY PROTESTS AUSTRALIAN ‘NERO D’AVOLA’ IN THE UK

Italy’s quality and anti-fraud agency under the Ministry of Agriculture has called for wine merchants in the UK to block the selling of Australian wines bearing the name of the variety Nero d’Avola on their wine labels, the latest protest from Italy against Australia following the contentious wrangling over the use of ‘Prosecco’ on Australian sparkling wines.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2018/07/italy-protests-australian-wines-bearing-nero-davola-label-in-the-uk/

Does Beer Go Bad? (And How You Can Tell)

Does beer expire? In a word: yes.

https://oct.co/essays/does-beer-expire-101?utm_source=oct_nl_&mc_cid=fd999ac24b&mc_eid=00cc7421f2

Poll: Americans Reach Wine Awakening at Age 29

A new study of 2,000 wine drinkers showed that the average Americans will only start to fully appreciate a good bottle of vino toward the tail end of their 20s, but how they get into it, and what they prefer, varies greatly.

https://uk.news.yahoo.com/poll-americans-reach-wine-awakening-153000265.html?_guc_consent_skip=1532621651&guccounter=2

There’s Now an Official Plea for a White Wine Emoji

Share this with all of your Pinot Grigio-loving friends.

https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/life/entertainment/a22548086/white-wine-emoji/

Four Ways to Drink More Wine With Indian Food (No, Really)

Indian food, with its intricate spicing; rich, integrated sauces, and occasional chile heat, has often posed a difficult riddle to wine lovers

https://vinepair.com/articles/indian-food-wine-pairing-guide/

Tito’s Vodka teamed up to launch first-ever bartender bot, which can help you make cocktails

Need ideas on what kinds of mixed drinks to serve at your next party? Help with a tricky cocktail recipe? A first-of-its-kind bartender bot, called Barkeep, has launched to provide the guidance you need.

https://www.austin360.com/entertainment/tito-vodka-teamed-launch-first-ever-bartender-bot-which-can-help-you-make-cocktails/5EFJQwXMgs15nfLJbzHCvM/

Natural Wine Faces Legal Definition

A right-wing French politician has filed a motion this month to launch an investigative committee that will seek to legally define the term “natural wine” in France.

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2018/07/natural-wine-faces-legal-definition

How to Get the Most Out of Every Wine Tasting, According to Wine Country Pros

Whether you’re embarking on your first winery visit or are a weekend taster extraordinaire, rest assured there’s a method to the madness.

https://vinepair.com/articles/wine-tasting-advice-pro-tips/

MASSACHUSETTS CRAFT BREWERIES HOPING TO BOLSTER SALES AT FARMER’S MARKETS

Since the change in law has proven a success for local wineries and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, the legislature is considering whether to expand the law to affect local craft breweries.

http://www.connelllawoffices.com/massachusetts-craft-breweries-hoping-to-bolster-sales-at-farmers-markets/

The Mysterious Case of the Michelada Beer Cocktail

The backstory of this refreshing drink runs through Austin and down to Mexico.

https://www.thedailybeast.com/the-mysterious-case-of-the-michelada-beer-cocktail

The Most Talked About Wines on Social Media

We’ve raked through comments, counted likes and compared shares to find social media’s favorite styles of wine and picked the bottles to match. Find out what made the cut.

https://www.winemag.com/2018/07/27/social-media-wine-recommendations/

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