Franklin Liquors-The Wonderful World of Wine

https://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/244484517/

Exploring Italy Event

An Education And Tasting

Thursday November 16th 2017

Ambrogio e Giovanni Folonari Tenute Tasting

Guest Host: Claudio Andreani

Learn more about one of the most prestigious family wine producers in Chianti Classico, Tuscany and taste their most popular bottles from each estates including Bolgheri DOC, Montalcino and single vineyards!!”

About Claudio

Claudio worked in the Food and Beverage industry for 20 years. At the young age he worked for many prestigious restaurants in his hometown Bergamo where he learned and lived the essentials of the hospitality industry.

Wine lover and collector in constant research to educate himself, he was able to go deeper in what it will become his passion and love..

He moved in the US in 2005 and with hard work and dedication within few years he received his WSET certifications and worked for a Wine Distributor Company in Massachusetts where he resides.

While working as Italian Wine Specialist during his career he had the pleasure to meet and work with some of the greatest Italian Producers until he was able to reach the most important opportunity in his career and life. To represent Ambrogio e Giovanni Folonari Tenute in the US.

Passion for travel and new adventures is now an advocate that he is honored to work with one of the most prestigious and wonderful Family Producer in Tuscany.

The Wines:

Wine #1

2016 Tenuta di Nozzole Le Bruniche Chardonnay IGT

750ml $14.99

Wine #2

2014 Tenute del Cabreo La Pietra IGT (Barrel fermented Chard)

750ml $39.99

Wine #3

2014 Tenuta di Nozzole Chianti Classico Riserva DOCG

750ml $21.99

Wine #4

2015 Campo al Mare Bolgheri DOC

750ml $29.99

Wine #5

2012 Tenuta La Fuga Brunello di Montalcino DOCG

750ml $66.99

Wine #6

2012 Tenuta di Nozzole La Forra Gran Selezione

750ml $49.99

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333 East Central St

Franklin, Ma 02038

Co Host

Kim Simone Vinitas Wineworks

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Franklin Wine Club Exploring Australia Event

November 3, 2017

https://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/244278540/

Exploring Australia Event

An Education And Tasting

Thursday November 2nd 2017

Exploring Australia

Guest Host: Sarah Mayo

Australia is not just fruity, cheap and cheerful wine – the country is better known among connoisseurs as a producer of elegant “cool climate” wines that drink alongside the world’s top drops! Come learn about and taste the difference a ‘cool-climate’ makes in wine style and quality while discovering three iconic Aussie wineries: Xanadu, Yering Station and Mount Langi Ghiran.

Guest Speaker Sarah Mayo who represents these iconic Australian wineries in North America will present a comparative tasting of 6 wines (2 white and 4 red)

About Sarah:

Sarah is the former Deputy Editor of Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate and has earned the Diploma from the Wine & Spirit Education Trust. Sarah has worked in the wine industry for over 12 years and loves to share her knowledge, enthusiasm and passion for wine with other wine lovers.

The Wines:

Wine #1

2015 Yering Station Chardonnay

750ml $17.99

Wine #2

2015 Xanadu Chardonnay Exmoor

750ml $17.99

Wine #3

2016 Yering Station Pinot Noir

750ml $17.99

Wine #4

2015 Yering Station Reserve Pinot Noir

750ml $32.99

Wine #5

2013 Billi Billi Shiraz

750ml $16.99

Wine #6

2014 Xanadu DJL Cabernet Sauvignon

750ml $20.99

Event Photos

Hosted By:

333 East Central St

Franklin, Ma 02038

Co Host

Kim Simone Vinitas Wineworks

Introducing Physical Web Technology

The Physical Web uses beacon technology to communicate to your phone.

Two ways your can explore this with us:

1. Walk into the store and get current specials, our custom tasting notes and drink recommendations.

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Franklin Wine Club Dutton Goldfield Event

October 20, 2017

https://grapecollective.com/articles/kistler-duttongoldfield-patz-hall-thirsty-yet-heres-what-they-have-in-common

Dutton Goldfield And Ports

An Education And Tasting

Thursday October 19th 2017

Dutton-Goldfield Winery began with a handshake in a vineyard in 1998, when longtime colleagues and friends Steve Dutton and Dan Goldfield recognized a shared vision between them—to craft wines that express the personalities of their cool-climate vineyards, and which they’d enjoy drinking at their own dinner tables. A fifth-generation farmer, Steve grew up with a love of driving tractors, and without any doubt about his future career. His father, Warren Dutton, had begun growing grapes in the western reaches of Russian River Valley in the mid-1960s, at a time when most people thought the area was too cool to grow fruit for quality still wine. After graduating from Boston’s Brandeis University, Dan headed west to begin a career in research chemistry, with a few detours for skiing and hiking along the way. Always an outdoor enthusiast and adventurer, the life of lab work was quickly replaced with a dream of winemaking when his brother turned him on to the 1969 Burgundies.

At Dutton-Goldfield, we believe we draw from the best Dutton vineyards to craft these very special Estate Grown wines. The Dutton’s are the premier grape growers in the region and sell grapes to many top wine producers including Patz & Hall, Lewis, Kistler, Nickel and Nickel, Mary Edwards, DuMOL, Ramey and Ironhorse just to name a few.

We will explore 4 very limited wines from Dutton Goldfield.

How limited are they? Two have only 350 cases made and two have only 150 6 packs made of which there are only 7 cases in MA!

Also

Samantha Will Present:

A Tale of Two Ports

For more than 250 years, Ferreira has been synonymous with high-quality Portuguese wine, and known around the world as “the Portuguese brand.” Ferreira was founded in 1751, and under the direction of Dona Antónia Adelaide became the reference point for exceptional ports and Douro wines. Today, Ferreira continues to be a global market leader, and the symbol of a country and a culture.

Showing: Ferreira Dona Antonia Tawny Port

Quinta do Crasto, which traces its roots back to the 17th century, was purchased by Constantino de Almeida, a partner in the Port house of Constantino, in 1910. ln 1981, Constantino de Almeida’s granddaughter Leonor (“Tita”) and her husband Jorge Roquette took over the Quinta, determined to restore and revitalize the family estate. Following the change in Portuguese law (allowing single quintas to bottle and export wine), Crasto has been producing and exporting table and port wines since 1994. The perseverance and commitment of the Roquette family has restored Quinta do Crasto to its rightful status as one of the great family estates of the Douro.

Johns Bio:

A native of Iowa, John came to California to pursue a career in the wine business beginning as a cellar worker for a large central valley winery. He later went into the sales and distribution side of the business working for a central coast wine distributor. John then moved to Napa Valley and spent many years at Franciscan winery selling a number of brands under this portfolio. John has been in the role as National Sales Director at Dutton Goldfield for the past seven years.

Samantha Bio:

Samantha Straw is a Fine Wine Portfolio Manager for Ruby Wines who has been in the food and beverage industry for over 20 years. She has a passion for knowledge and has achieved 2 levels of Sommelier certification from the International Sommelier Guild, the Certified Specialist of Wine (CSW) designation from the Society of Wine Educators, and the Sake Adviser Certification from the Sake School of America. When not at work, she spends her time with her husband and two children.

Recent Press

Wines from Dutton Ranch, grower in Sonoma County of some of the most sought-after Chardonnay (17 clones) and Pinot Noir (14 clones) in the state. The Ranch is 1,100 acres composed of 74 individual vineyards sprawled across the Green Valley and Russian River Valley that are part of the cool Sonoma Coast viticultural area.

Dutton-Goldfield, a 50-50 partnership begun in 1998 between Steve Dutton 50 and Burgundy-loving winemaker Dan Goldfield 60

https://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/243677891/

The Wines:

Wine #1

2015 Russian River Chardonnay

750ml $39.99

Wine #2

2014 Walker Hill Chardonnay

750ml $61.99

Wine #3

2015 Russian River Pinot Noir

750ml $46.99

Wine #4

2014 Freestone Hill Pinot Noir

750ml $79.99

Wine #5

Ferreira Dona Antonia Tawny

750ml $19.99

Wine #6

2012 Quinta Do Crasto LBV

750ml $22.99

Event Photos

Hosted By:

333 East Central St

Franklin, Ma 02038

Co Host

Kim Simone Vinitas Wineworks

Introducing Physical Web Technology

The Physical Web uses beacon technology to communicate to your phone.

Two ways your can explore this with us:

1. Walk into the store and get current specials, our custom tasting notes and drink recommendations.

2. Attend a education/tasting in our wine room and get product information, pricing and food pairings

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Franklin Wine Club Chateau Ste Michelle Event

October 13, 2017

https://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/243489706/

Chateau Ste Michelle

An Education And Tasting

Thursday October 12th 2017

Exploring Chateau Ste Michelle Winery

Guest Host: John Gedgaudas

Chateau Ste. Michelle is celebrating 50 years of wine making in 2017!

As one of the founding winery’s in WA State they are the premier winery from WA State and have helped define the Northwest wine industry with classic vinefera wines that stand out today as they did 50 years ago. With a long history of accolades they produce wines that you will enjoy today and with great aging potential. We will focus on some of their single vineyard wines and their reserve Indian Wells tier.

Helping us taste through these wines is John Gedgaudas, a Business Development Manager for Ste. Michelle Wine Estates. John has been selling and representing wine for over 10 years and is excited to present them. Focusing on WA State will be fun as it is an area of consistent weather conditions that provide great quality grapes vintage after vintage. Maybe WA State will become your new favorite wine region.

The Wines:

Starter Wine

N/V Sparkling Brut

750ml $16.99

Wine #1

2016 Horse Heaven Sauvignon Blanc

750ml $16.99

Wine #2

2015 Cabernet Sauvignon

750ml $16.99

Wine #3

2014 Indian Wells Cabernet Sauvignon

750ml $19.99

Wine #4

2013 Cold Creek Cabernet Sauvignon

750ml $35.99

Wine #5

2013 Canoe Ridge Merlot

750ml $27.99

Wine #6

2013 Indian Wells Red Blend

750ml $19.99

Event Photos

Hosted By:

333 East Central St

Franklin, Ma 02038

Co Host

Kim Simone Vinitas Wineworks

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Franklin Wine Club Organic Event

September 10, 2017

https://www.meetup.com/preview/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/242871936

Organic Wine Event

An Education And Tasting

Saturday September 9th 2017

Exploring Organic Wines

Guest Hosts: Kim Simone And Mark Lenzi

The Organic food and wine movement is hot!

At this event we will explore Organic wines and Organically grown wines.

What is the difference in USDA certified and those made with Organic grapes?

Are there sulfites in Organic wines?

Please come explore and taste.

About Us:

Kim Simone, CSW, FWS, Certified Specialist of Wine (CSW) By The Society Of Wine Educators,

French Wine Scholar And Instructor (FWS) by the French Wine Society

Owner of Vinitas WineWorks

Is THRILLED to be part of the educational team at Franklin Liquors! Kim has been in the wine business since 2002 and holds a Master’s degree in Gastronomy from Boston University, where she is now a teaching assistant. Her passion is helping novice wine drinkers understand why they like the wines they do, clarifying the complexities of wine, and making the topic approachable and fun.

Mark Lenzi CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, IWS, co-owner of Franklin Liquors

Trained by the International Sommelier Guild

Certified Specialist of Wine (CSW) and Spirits (CSS) By The Society Of Wine Educators

First in MA to be a California Wine Appellation Specialist (CWAS) by the SF Wine School

French Wine Scholar And Instructor (FWS) by the French Wine Society

First in USA to hold a Quini Certified Educator (QCE) title

Italian Wine Specialist (IWS) by the North American Sommelier Association.

Franklin Liquors is a family-owned business vintage 1978.

https://www.meetup.com/preview/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/242871936

The Wines:

Starter Wine

2016 Pizzolato Prosecco

Organic Grapes

750ml $12.99

Wine #1

2016 Pizzolato Pinot Grigio

Organic Grapes

750ml $11.99

Wine #2

2016 Badger Mountain Chardonnay

USDA Organic

750ml $12.99

Wine #3

2016 Badger Mountain Pinot Noir

USDA Organic

750ml $16.99

Wine #4

2016 Pizzolato Merlot

USDA Organic

750ml $11.99

Wine #5

2016 Badger Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon

USDA Organic

750ml $16.99

Wine #6

2015 Chateau Le Thil

Biodynamic And Organic Grapes

750ml $15.99

Event Photos

Hosted By:

333 East Central St

Franklin, Ma 02038

Co Host

Kim Simone Vinitas Wineworks

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Liquor Industry News/Links 06-19-17

June 19, 2017

Liquor Industry News/Links

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

06-19-2017

By: Mark C Lenzi

CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, IWS*

Franklin Liquors And Vinitas WineWorks Podcast

We Now Have A Podcast!!

The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW)

You Can Follow And Listen On Our Facebook Page

Listen On Franklin Radio 102,9FM

Horizon Beverage Mondavi And Prisoner Event

Another Great Education And Tasting Event This Week.

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Franklin Liquors

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Liquor Industry Week In Review

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

6 Tips on Pairing Wine and Cheese

Looking for a hard-to-find wine? Tap into this sommelier secret weapon

Your dad’s favorite beer is making a huge comeback thanks to hipsters — and execs are thrilled

AND MORE!

Franklin Liquors New Daily Newspaper

The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW)

Our Daily Wine Newspaper

http://time.com/money/4812581/donald-trump-aluminum-beer-prices/

More On Tap Newsletter Updates

Get Notified As Son As Specials And Events Are Added

The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW) Podcast

Listen On Our Facebook Page OR On Franklin Radio 102.9 FM

Donald Trump’s Proposal to ‘Buy American, Hire American’ Could Cause Beer Prices to Rise

Should U.S. authorities decide to take action against foreign imports, the cans and overall prices of beer could rise, brewing companies said, according to Bloomberg.

Climate Change Is Coming for Your Favorite Wine

Changing weather patterns are already impacting your favorite pinot noir — just ask your sommelier

https://www.eater.com/2017/6/9/15711706/climate-change-wine-burgundy-chablis-california

8 housewarming gifts for the wine-loving host

Think outside of the box with these gift ideas for wine lovers

http://mashable.com/2017/06/09/gifts-wine-loving-host/#U87EfyTlFEqr

P.F. Chang’s launches proprietary wines

P.F. Chang’s China Bistro has teamed up with Browne Family Vineyards of Walla Walla, Wash., to introduce two wines available only at the Scottsdale, Ariz.-based chain’s 215 restaurants.

http://www.nrn.com/beverage-trends/pf-chang-s-launches-proprietary-wines

Common ‘Wine Terms’—and What They Really Mean

Sometimes talking about wine can seem like dancing about architecture: impossible. Many people don’t quite know what they want or are looking for in a wine, and worse still, they may not use the right language to convey their meaning.

http://blog.wallywine.com/2017/06/common-wine-terms-and-what-they-really-mean/

BEAUJOLAIS WINE IS IN BLOOM

Many see Gamay as the poor relation but as investment pours into Beaujolais, this lesser known variety is producing some super wines.

Theize-les-Bourgs

http://www.snooth.com/articles/beaujolais-wine-is-in-bloom-6943/

Prosecco – We Love It – for now!

Prosecco has been enjoyed since Roman times, but only as a sparkling wine since the late 19th Century. Most consumers of Prosecco probably don’t know that it is a legally delimited region in EU and World Trade Organisation (WTO) law. Perhaps that is not surprising for a region that as a legal entity producing sparkling wine is less than a decade old

http://www.hospitalityandcateringnews.com/2017/06/prosecco-love-now/

Wine From Tenerife – The Canary Islands

This story is all about discovering Tenerife, the largest wine area in the Canary Islands. You’ll learn about some unique varieties from a very special place.

http://winefolly.com/update/wine-from-tenerife-the-canary-islands/

4 MYTHS ABOUT WINE MARKETING EVERY CONSUMER SHOULD KNOW

As we head into summer and begin thinking about buying wines for outdoor entertaining, let’s take a look at a few common wine marketing tactics (or misperceptions) that may be confusing and also affect your purchasing decisions.

http://www.finemanpr.com/4-myths-about-wine-marketing-every-consumer-should-know/

RIOJA DOCA APPROVES SINGLE VINEYARD CLASSIFICATION

The move is a culmination in a long-running battle over Spanish terroir between The Regulatory Council of the Designated Origin Denomination of Origin (DOCa) and more than 150 producers, who argued that the current appellation system was “oblivious to soil differentiation and levels of quality” and calling for “deep changes” to boost the countries heritage and prevent it valuing quantity over quality.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2017/06/rioja-doca-approves-unique-vineyard-classification/

Can a screw-cap wine be “corked”? Corkiness isn’t just cork taint.

The more important telltale sign of a corked wine is the absence of fruit — even when there is no cork taint.

https://dobianchi.com/2017/06/07/how-do-you-tell-a-wine-is-corked/

Leave cookies? Pay sales tax, says Massachusetts

Massachusetts is one of the very few states that wineries can ship to that does not require sales tax registration as a condition of receiving a direct shipping permit.

https://obsequium.blog/2017/06/08/leave-cookies-pay-sales-tax-says-massachusetts/

Champagne And Sparkling Wine Consumption Decreases

While consumption in the champagne and sparkling wine category may be less frequent than other types of alcohol, the more concerning aspect is the apparent drop-off in the consumption incidence for both alcohol types.

https://www.checkout.ie/concerns-champagne-sparkling-wine-consumption-decreases/44230

Go for fruity wines while flying or at high altitude

Have you ever noticed that some foods taste delicious at higher altitudes and while flying but awful otherwise

http://www.shanghaidaily.com/feature/ideal/Go-for-fruity-wines-while-flying-or-at-high-altitude/shdaily.shtml

Bushmills crafts guitar using whiskey barrels

Bushmills Irish Whiskey has partnered with Lowden Guitars to create a limited edition guitar made from whiskey barrels and ancient bog oak, retailing at £8,500 (US$10.8k).

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2017/06/bushmills-crafts-guitar-using-whiskey-barrels/

Your dad’s favorite beer is making a huge comeback thanks to hipsters — and execs are thrilled

Since the beer has been around since 1903 and was once considered a high-end brand, the company has a lot to draw from

http://www.businessinsider.com/miller-high-life-is-becoming-more-popular-2017-6?utm_source=Daily+Brew&utm_campaign=3bfc8b4421-The+Daily+Brew%3A+June+12%2C+2017&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_935b7e0b70-3bfc8b4421-36686829

Most consumers judge a craft beer by its packaging, Nielsen finds

The craft beer shelf is getting more crowded with 1,800 new product launches in the category last year, making packaging and labeling one of the primary purchase influencers for craft beer consumers, according to Nielsen.

http://www.beveragedaily.com/Processing-Packaging/Most-consumers-judge-a-craft-beer-by-its-packaging-Nielsen-finds

The Complete Guide to Making Champagne

If there is one wine associated with success and celebration it is, of course, Champagne.

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2017/06/the-complete-guide-to-making-champagne

Rosé Has a Very, Very Shady History

Diluted wine was the thing to drink in ancient Greece, as it was believed that only barbarians consumed pure wine, which would then make them drunkards who would then go on to rape and murder.

https://munchies.vice.com/en_us/article/rose-has-a-very-very-shady-history

2017 Harvest Report: Despite Drought, Potential Is High for South African Wines

A dry winter and growing season was challenging for vines in the Cape wine regions

http://www.winespectator.com/webfeature/show/id/2017-Harvest-Report-South-Africa

Looking for a hard-to-find wine? Tap into this sommelier secret weapon

For that, the most important piece of information is almost always the wine agent, as in the importer.

https://www.theglobeandmail.com/life/food-and-wine/wine/tap-into-this-sommelier-secret-weapon/article35285559/

Discover New Wines with Nifty Infographics

Uncover delicious wines you’ve probably never heard of with these data visualizations organized by wine style and price.

http://winefolly.com/tutorial/discover-new-wines-with-these-nifty-infographics/

Smirnoff vodka trolls Trump’s ‘Russiagate’ scandal

Diageo-owned vodka brand Smirnoff has caused a stir with its latest advertising campaign, which mocks US president Donald Trump’s alleged ties to Russia.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2017/06/smirnoff-trolls-trumps-russiagate-scandal-with-ad/

World’s first’ sunflower spirit launches

US-based Dalton Distillery has launched what is claimed to be the “world’s first” sunflower spirit, called TazaRay.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2017/06/worlds-first-sunflower-spirit-launches/

An Introduction to Lodi

A short trip from Sacramento, in Lodi you’ll encounter gnarled Zinfandel and Cinsault vines along with under-the-radar wine grapes like Kerner and Albariño.

Trees under blue sky reflecting in still lake

http://www.winemag.com/2017/06/12/an-introduction-to-lodi/

Alcohol Advertising 101

With news last week that the NFL will now be allowing distilled spirits suppliers to advertise during televised football games, it is a good time for a reminder about some of the special issues that come up when advertising alcohol.

http://www.alcohol.law/digest/alcohol-advertising-101

NEBBIOLO HAS ‘UNIQUE’ POTENTIAL IN SOUTH AFRICA, PRODUCER CLAIMS

A South African winery is determined to realise the ‘unique’ potential of Nebbiolo in Elgin, despite its newly planted vineyard being devastated by a recent wildfire.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2017/06/nebbiolo-has-unique-potential-in-south-africa-producer-claims/

Barrel-fermented vs. barrel-aged: What’s the difference?

What the yeast are up to—and when—makes all the difference.

http://draftmag.com/barrel-fermented-barrel-aged-whats-the-difference/?utm_source=Daily+Brew&utm_campaign=f4727ddcad-The+Daily+Brew%3A+June+13%2C+2017&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_935b7e0b70-f4727ddcad-36686829

NAPA VALLEY ASSESSES HAIL DAMAGE

Vineyards in Napa Valley are assessing the damage after a freak hailstorm at the weekend, that could affect yields in localized areas.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2017/06/napa-valley-assesses-hail-damage/

WORLD’S RICHEST BOOZE BILLIONAIRES

Every year Forbes publishes its list of the world’s wealthiest individuals – not those that have made millions, but billions – highlighting the movers and shakers of the business world and where they have made their money.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2017/06/worlds-richest-booze-billionaires-2/

Introduction to Sicilian wine

There are many things to like about Italy, not the least is the broad selection of wines this sunny peninsula offers wine drinkers.

http://www.pressdemocrat.com/lifestyle/7059674-181/boyd-on-wine-intro-to

6 Tips on Pairing Wine and Cheese

Which wines pair best with what cheeses?

http://winefolly.com/tutorial/6-tips-on-pairing-wine-and-cheese/

Around the world, beer consumption is falling

Beer has become less popular in the world’s biggest markets

http://www.economist.com/blogs/graphicdetail/2017/06/daily-chart-8

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Private CraftRoots Brewery Tour And Tasting

630PM-9PM

The Franklin Wine Club will take over the CraftRoots Brewery.

We will have a private event.

Price includes a sample rack of four 5oz beers to start.

We will have a private tour and an open discussion about craft beer, and CraftRoots Brewing.

Lets get together to support this brewery and enjoy time together over a few beers.

About CraftRoots

CraftRoots Brewing took root in April of 2014 in Milford, Massachusetts. Brewer + Founder Maureen Fabry is passionate about connecting craft beer back to local agriculture and crafting superfresh community-inspired brews.

CraftRoots Brewing is grounded in a genuine grassroots idea: focus craft beer back to its field-to-glass origins. We brew fresh and flavorful home-grown ales that connect you to local farmers and craft maltsters.

100% of their grain and hops are grown on family farms in the Northeast.

32-oz. Squealers are available for purchase to-go.

To view current beers on tap:

Website:

https://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/240213623/

Food Options:

They cannot serve food at the brewery. However, they do have a Bring Your Own Grub (B.Y.O.G.) policy. Did you make some amazing chili and have leftovers – bring them in with you! Have a favorite pizza in mind – pick it up on the way! Can’t decide what you want just yet – it’s all good.They have binders on hand featuring menus from many great local restaurants.

Franklin Adult Education 2017 Classes

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Popping The Cork On Sparking Wines

Tuesday Nov 21^st 7PM

Sparkling wines are used in celebrating many life’s best moments. At this education/tasting event we will explore all things bubbly. What are the methods in making these wines? What is true Champagne? What makes Prosecco different from Cava? To answer these questions we will explore sparkling from all parts of the world.

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French Wine Scholar Programs

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

Now you don’t have to go to Boston for this world-class French wine course! Set yourself apart from your peers and specialize in the wines of France. Gain the confidence to taste, sell, and speak meaningfully about all aspects of French wine, from Champagne to Bordeaux and everything in between. Pass the exam and earn the title French Wine Scholar and FWS post-nominal.

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

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Italian Wine Tasting/Education

Thursday Sept 14^th 7PM

Let’s take a tasting tour around Italy. We will discuss regions, laws, and explore unique wines from all over Italy. Don’t let wines from Italy confuse you; learn what grapes grow best where and more!

WINE TASTING 101

Tuesday Oct 10^th 7PM

This wine tasting and educational class will help you develop your wine profile.

We will explore the 5 steps in how to taste wine. The results of this will make you a better wine taster and buyer and develop your unique wine profile. With this profile you can walk into any store or restaurant and explain what you like.

What do you smell? Do you like oaked or unoaked wines? Why do we swirl and spit?

We will talk about wine technology that can assist in building your palate.

Exploring French Wine Regions

Thursday Nov 9^th 7PM

Lets take a tasting tour around France.

We will discuss regions, laws and explore unique wines from Champagne to the Southwest. Don’t let wines from France confuse you, learn what grapes grow best where and so much more!

Popping The Cork On Sparking Wines

Tuesday Nov 21^st 7PM

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Franklin Library Book Club

Do you like wine? Do you like books? Join us for a special Wine Tasting & Book Club Meeting at Franklin Liquors. Kim Shipala, Assistant Library Director at the Franklin Public Library, will lead a discussion of the novel, while Kim Simone of Vinitas Wineworks and Mark of Franklin Liquors will do a tasting of the wines mentioned in the book.

The book discussion is free, but the wine tastings are $10 each. Space is limited to 40 participants. To register, either visit the library’s website or call Kim Shipala at 508-520-4943.

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Liquor Industry News/Links 06-12-17

June 12, 2017

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06-12-2017

By: Mark C Lenzi

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Liquor Industry Week In Review

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New Products

Federal Court Dismisses Antitrust Challenge To Connecticut’s Liquor Pricing Law

How much sugar is hidden in your glass of wine? It’s more than you think

Wine is a numbers game

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Franklin Liquors New Daily Newspaper

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NFL Lifts Liquor Ad Ban, Raising Pressure on Beer

The liquor industry is finally ready for some football. Whiskey, vodka, rum and other spirits will be allowed to advertise in NFL games this season for the first time according to new league rules that give liquor a boost in its long quest to be seen as socially acceptable as beer.

The Health Benefits Of White Wine, Because There Actually Are Some

Now that warm weather is on the horizon, and the need for something refreshing is upon us, it’s time to take a closer look at white wine. Lucky for all you chardonnay and pinot grigio lovers, it actually comes with its own host of good health benefits.

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/white-wine-health-benefits_us_592da590e4b0065b20b8a710

Ripe fruit make the best wine, but new research into why may surprise you

Harvest timing is always a balancing act between winemakers who want the best, most mature fruit flavors and growers who need to manage labor and protect the fragile, ripe fruit from damage and disease.

http://www.goodfruit.com/ripe-fruit-make-the-best-wine-but-new-research-into-why-may-surprise-you/

How to prevent a hangover, according to a doctor

No matter how much fun you had last night, a bad hangover the next morning is never worth it.

Luckily, there are some preventative measures you can take while drinking that will help you avoid feeling like death for most of the next day.

http://www.businessinsider.com/how-to-prevent-a-hangover-2017-3

The weird hybrid wines that leave even the experts guessing at their origin

Some popular hybrid wines, such as baco noir, were created by accident. Others, such as a sauvignon blanc blended with gewürztraminer, meant to appeal to the Chinese consumer, are best forgotten

http://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/food-drink/article/2096502/weird-hybrid-wines-leave-even-experts-guessing

Why do some wines taste of mouse cage?

The mucky aftertaste generally known as ‘mousiness’ is a much more slippery pest. Poorly understood in the industry, virtually opaque to consumers, it has neither been conclusively researched nor openly acknowledged by some producers.

https://www.meininger.de/en/wine-business-international/why-do-some-wines-taste-of-mouse-cage

Wine is a numbers game

The average pour, or the amount of wine in a glass in a bar, is right around 5 ounces. If the bottle cost the bar, say, $20 wholesale, and they are charging you $10, a reasonable price for a premium pour (likely more at that bottle price), then they are grossing $50 on that bottle, or two and a half times more than they paid for it. The numbers start to add up.

http://www.postindependent.com/news/entertainment/a-numbers-gameadding-it-up-from-vine-to-bottle/

Cupcake Vineyards Introduces Single-Serve Format of America’s Favorite Moscato d’Asti

Convenience of 187 mL Format Gains Momentum with Consumers

http://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20170601006007/en/Cupcake-Vineyards-Introduces-Single-Serve-Format-America’s-Favorite

HARRY POTTER’ PUB PLANNED FOR LONDON

A ‘Harry Potter’-inspired wizarding pub complete with moving pictures, levitating candles and wand-operated beer taps could be opening in London, if a fantasy fan’s Kickstarter campaign receives enough support from the franchise’s legions of fans.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2017/06/harry-potter-pub-could-be-opening-in-london/

THIS GENIUS BEACH BAG CAN SECRETLY HOLD AND POUR 2 BOTTLES OF WINE

A team of innovative bag designers has come up with a brilliant solution: a beach tote with a built-in insulated pouch that not only holds and chills up to two full bottles worth of wine, but sports a concealed spout on one side for easy on-the-go pouring.

https://www.thrillist.com/news/nation/portovino-beach-tote-wine-bag

Port Wine on the Douro

An essential slice of Portugal is the Douro River Valley where the beloved port wine is produced. The winding, terraced, and scenic river valley, so famous for its wine, is a bit like Germany’s Rhine Valley — but much sleepier and without castles. The vineyards, called “quintas,” are known for their traditions and the welcome they offer travelers — with both accommodations and wine tastings.

http://blog.ricksteves.com/blog/douro-valley-wine/

Winery Waste Meets Betty Crocker: Using Grape Pomace Powder As A Replacement for Flour in Cookies

The researchers postulated that using winery waste in the form of grape pomace powder would add significant nutritional beef to cookies, as it is loaded with compounds like flavanols, flavonoids, anthocyanins, phenolic acids, dietary fiber, and lignin.

http://www.academicwino.com/2017/06/winery-waste-cookies.html/

THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO VINO NOBILE DI MONTEPULCIANO

Learning about Italian reds can be a daunting task– but, if there’s one wine you need to know about, it’s Vino Nobile di Montepulciano. Produced in the heart of Tuscany, Vino Nobile is a favorite amongst Italians all over the country; it’s smooth, easy-drinking, and best of all, super affordable.

https://vinepair.com/articles/learn-vino-nobile-di-montepulciano-infographic/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=110a295221-Jun_1_2017&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-110a295221-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-110a295221-38937345&mc_cid=110a295221&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

TURN YOUR OLD CORKS INTO CASH! (THE BOTTLES, TOO)

Tips on selling items on Ebay

https://vinepair.com/wine-blog/turn-your-old-corks-into-cash-the-bottles-too/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=110a295221-Jun_1_2017&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-110a295221-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-110a295221-38937345&mc_cid=110a295221&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

CORKSCREW’ WINE GLASSES REMOVE NEED TO DECANT

A Colorado-based start-up has designed an innovative wine glass that incorporates a hand blown ‘corkscrew’ moulded at its base to trap sediment, which it says removes the need to decant the bottle.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2017/06/corkscrew-wine-glasses-designed-to-trap-sediment/

SHOULD WINE STORIES BE TRUE?

We begin to take great liberties in our storytelling, stretching and skirting the truth. Ah, sweet capitalism. But does it matter?

http://www.pigandvine.com/pv929/5/31/2017/should-wine-stories-be-true

What does a wine label do for you?

Seriously though, who doesn’t judge a wine by its label?

https://www.localxpress.ca/columns/moiras-glass-act/what-does-a-wine-label-do-for-you-632473

Introducing Kinky Green Liqueur – a Tempting Fusion of Super Premium Vodka with Crisp Green Apple and Bright Pear Flavors

KINKY Green Liqueur is the newest addition to the vibrant KINKY Beverages family,

http://www.wineindustryadvisor.com/2017/06/02/kinky-green-liqueur-vodka-crisp-apple-pear

The Face Of Binge Drinking In The U.S. Is A 60+ White Woman

More older women are drinking — and drinking more than ever too.

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/when-older-women-drink-they-really-drink_us_59274729e4b01b9a59378951

U.S. Top Supermarket Categories by Sales.

Don’t expect to get rich working in a wine store.

HISTORY OF WINE PART 2 – THE GREEKS

In many parts of the ancient world, such as in Egypt, wine was drunk primarily by the kings and the upper classes. In Greece, however, it was drunk by everybody

https://www.winebehindthelabel.org/team-blogs/kathleens-blog/history-wine-part-2-greeks/

The FDA is trying to smother the handmade cigar industry. We need your help.

The Food and Drug Administration is making it harder and harder for family-owned, handmade cigar companies to produce and sell their products.

http://www.cigaraficionado.com/webfeatures/show/id/19393

ITALIAN DESIGNER CREATES VEGAN ‘LEATHER’ FROM WINE BYPRODUCTS

An Italian designer has combined the worlds of high fashion and wine with a love of the planet, creating a vegan-friendly “leather” made from the byproducts of winemaking.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2017/06/italian-designer-creates-vegan-leather-from-wine-byproducts/

How much sugar is hidden in your glass of wine? It’s more than you think

Just one glass of wine at 175 milliliters can contain up to two teaspoons of sugar, a considerable fraction of the recommended daily sugar intake, according to a report on DailyMail.co.uk.

http://www.naturalnews.com/2017-06-05-how-much-sugar-is-hidden-in-your-glass-of-wine-its-more-than-you-think.html

THE 5 REASONS WHY CHAMPAGNE IS NOT JUST FOR SPECIAL OCCASIONS

Here are five reasons why:

https://vinepair.com/articles/5-reasons-why-champagne-is-not-just-for-special-occasions/

Wine descriptions make people more emotional about wine

“Cleverly written wine and producer descriptions when coupled with unbranded wine tasting can evoke more positive emotions, increasing our positive perception of the wine, our estimation of its quality and the amount we would be willing to pay for it.”

https://phys.org/news/2017-06-wine-descriptions-people-emotional.html

Freixnet USA Releases Winevane Chardonnay and Pinot Noir

An homage to the wind that contributes to the unique character of the wines of Western Carneros.

http://www.wineindustryadvisor.com/2017/06/06/freixnet-usa-winevane-chardonnay-pinot-noir

DECANTER CLAIMS TO PRESERVE WINE FOR NEARLY TWO WEEKS

A wine decanter that promises to extend the life of an open bottle of wine by up to 12 days has been launched via the crowdfunding platform Kickstarter.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2017/06/decanter-claims-to-preserve-wine-for-nearly-two-weeks/

Federal Court Dismisses Antitrust Challenge To Connecticut’s Liquor Pricing Law

In dismissing a suit by retailer Total Wine & More, Chief U.S. District Judge Janet C. Hall said the laws and regulations establishing the complex Connecticut pricing system cannot be preempted by federal antitrust law that prohibits activities restricting interstate commerce and competition in the marketplace.

http://www.courant.com/breaking-news/hc-total-wine-lawsuit-dismissed-0607-20170606-story.html?utm_source=Daily+Brew&utm_campaign=4def204453-The+Daily+Brew%3A+June+7%2C+2017&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_935b7e0b70-4def204453-36686829

Zonin USA, Inc. Announces Expanded Portfolio Launch for its Castello del Poggio in the U.S. Market

Castello del Poggio, five year consecutive Hot Brand Award Winner, is proud to announce the launch of its expanded product portfolio of sweet wines

http://www.prweb.com/releases/2017/06/prweb14403263.htm

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Private CraftRoots Brewery Tour And Tasting

630PM-9PM

The Franklin Wine Club will take over the CraftRoots Brewery.

We will have a private event.

Price includes a sample rack of four 5oz beers to start.

We will have a private tour and an open discussion about craft beer, and CraftRoots Brewing.

Lets get together to support this brewery and enjoy time together over a few beers.

About CraftRoots

100% of their grain and hops are grown on family farms in the Northeast.

32-oz. Squealers are available for purchase to-go.

To view current beers on tap:

Website:

https://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/240213623/

Food Options:

Franklin Adult Education 2017 Classes

Save The Date!

Popping The Cork On Sparking Wines

Tuesday Nov 21^st 7PM

Sign Ups Soon!

Medway Community Education Winter Programs

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French Wine Scholar Programs

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

Save The Dates!

Italian Wine Tasting/Education

Thursday Sept 14^th 7PM

WINE TASTING 101

Tuesday Oct 10^th 7PM

This wine tasting and educational class will help you develop your wine profile.

What do you smell? Do you like oaked or unoaked wines? Why do we swirl and spit?

We will talk about wine technology that can assist in building your palate.

Exploring French Wine Regions

Thursday Nov 9^th 7PM

Lets take a tasting tour around France.

We will discuss regions, laws and explore unique wines from Champagne to the Southwest. Don’t let wines from France confuse you, learn what grapes grow best where and so much more!

Popping The Cork On Sparking Wines

Tuesday Nov 21^st 7PM

Sign Ups Soon!

COMING SOON!

Foxborough

Milford

Franklin Library Book Club

The book discussion is free, but the wine tastings are $10 each. Space is limited to 40 participants. To register, either visit the library’s website or call Kim Shipala at 508-520-4943.

More Soon!

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Liquor Industry News/Links 06-05-17

June 5, 2017

Liquor Industry News/Links

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

06-05-2017

By: Mark C Lenzi

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Held Our Wine Room This Week

Franklin Wine Club Match Book Wine

Education And Tasting 06-01-17

Are You Are Wine Explorer Yet?

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Lambrusco Wines Worth Drinking

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The Leafly Wine & Cannabis Pairing Guide

In an effective pairing, the flavors in cannabis will either accentuate existing flavors in the wine and vice versa, or else complement them in a unique way.

SOUTH KOREA INVENTS HANGOVER-CURE ICE CREAM

The grapefruit flavoured ice cream, called ‘Gyeondyo’, which loosely translates as “hang in there”, is infused with a small amount of oriental raisin tree fruit juice, which has been considered a Korean hangover treatment since the 1600s

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2017/05/south-korea-invents-hangover-cure-ice-cream/

FREIXENET LAUNCHES DOC PROSECCO BRAND

It marks the first time the producer has extended to Italian sparkling wines and comes at a time when Cava sales have seen more sluggish growth than the buoyant sales of Prosecco

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2017/05/freixenet-launches-first-prosecco-brand/

Col Fondo: The Funky Side of Prosecco

One of the first quotes about Prosecco with “second fermentation in the bottle” goes back to before the 9th Century. This esoteric style is colloquially known as Col Fondo – which literally translates in Italian to “with the bottom,” meaning that sediment or lees are present.

http://winefolly.com/review/col-fondo-prosecco/

Make guests feel like VIPs with wine lockers

You may not come across wine lockers very often, but their numbers are growing.

http://www.restaurant-hospitality.com/drink-trends/make-guests-feel-vips-wine-lockers

National liquor chain pushing for changes in MA state law to allow discounting

The initiative will also pursue a change in Massachusetts law to allow alcohol retailers to offer customers coupons and loyalty programs, like offering $5 off a purchase of $50 or more, for example.

http://www.lowellsun.com/breakingnews/ci_31016741/national-liquor-chain-pushing-changes-state-law-allow

Rioja Grapples With How to Define Its Best Wines

The rules governing gran reservas require that the wines be aged at least two years in barrels and three years in bottles — five years in all — before they can be released. Most good producers of gran reservas go beyond the minimum.

https://www.nytimes.com/2017/05/25/dining/rioja-wine-spain-gran-reserva.html?_r=2

Why 3D Printing with Wine Grape Skins Is the Future

Why sell a wine glass with a logo when you can sell a glass made from your own grapes?

http://www.foodandwine.com/wine/3d-printing-wine-grape-skins

America’s Love For Wine

The U.S. has been the largest market of wine since 2010, according to the Wine Institute.

http://www.investopedia.com/news/wine-country-americas-love-wine/

What’s been happening with gluten claims, in connection with alcohol beverages?

After rapid growth, from 212 to 2016, the gluten references seem to be leveling off, so far in 2017, at about 2016 levels.

http://www.bevlaw.com/bevlog/alcohol-beverages-generally/gluten

TTB Statement

Many alcohol beverages subject to the FAA Act are produced without any ingredients that contain gluten. For example, a wine fermented from grapes, or a vodka distilled from potatoes, may not contain any gluten if the producer used good manufacturing practices, such as taking adequate precautions to prevent cross-contact, and did not use additives, yeast, or storage materials that contain gluten. Under the interim policy, TTB allowed the use of a “gluten-free” claim in the labeling and advertising of such products. TTB reminded industry members that it would be the responsibility of the importer or bottler of the product to ensure that the claim is truthful and accurate.

https://www.ttb.gov/rulings/2014-2.pdf

Sauvignon blanc’s diversity

One of the most popular white wines in America these days is sauvignon blanc, made from a grape variety that had such little support in the 1960s that Robert Mondavi changed its name.

http://napavalleyregister.com/wine/columnists/dan-berger/sauvignon-blanc-s-diversity/article_a2d30004-a2f2-5334-9f80-7f588d991cc6.html

New Mayflower Beer

Mayflower Brewing Co. has released New World IPA, the latest expression in the brewery’s year-round lineup. New World IPA, a 6%-abv unfiltered American-style IPA, is citrus and tropical fruit-driven. The beer complements Mayflower’s IPA lineup, adding a third style following Mayflower’s English-style IPA and double IPA. The Plymouth, Massachusetts-based brewery’s newest beer is now available on draft and in six-packs of 12-ounce cans throughout the company’s New England distribution area.

The Science Behind Our Favorite Flavors

Things Can Taste Better With Practice, Science Writer Says

https://www.wpr.org/science-behind-our-favorite-flavors

Everything You Need to Know About Albariño

In Spain’s Rías Baixas region, crisp, mineral-driven albariño is king. Here, everything you need to know about Spain’s quintessential coastal white wine.

http://punchdrink.com/articles/guide-to-rias-baixas-albarino/

VitaJuwel Vino Vial’s Surprising Effects

Can Crystals Make Your Wine Smoother?

http://www.independent.com/news/2017/may/25/vitajuwel-vino-vials-surprising-effects/

Guide for Aging, Buying and Serving Large-Format Wine Bottles with Infographic and Video Tips

Large-format bottles are not only showy and exciting to share, they also age longer, slower and arguably better than standard-size bottles.

http://blog.jordanwinery.com/2017/05/guide-aging-buying-serving-large-format-wine-bottles-infographic-video-tips/

Restaurant Wine Sales Collapsing for Small Wineries

Wine for the restaurant trade is still an important part of success, but sales opportunities to restaurants are collapsing for small wineries.

http://svbwine.blogspot.com/2017/05/restaurant-wine-sales-collapsing-for.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+SvbOnWine+%28SVB+on+Wine%29

Bigger wine glasses make us drink too much, says researcher

Today’s glasses, 450ml compared with 65ml 300 years ago, encourage consumption

https://www.theguardian.com/society/2017/may/28/bigger-wine-glasses-make-us-drink-too-much-says-researcher

IPA Gummy Bears? Old Irving Brewing Gets Creative For Craft Beer Week

Tiny gummy bear molds with mixtures of sugar, gelatin and beer

https://www.dnainfo.com/chicago/20170524/irving-park/old-irving-brewing-gummy-beers-bears-craft-week

New Grey Goose Package

Bacardi Ltd. is launching a new limited edition of Grey Goose vodka to commemorate the brand’s 20th anniversary. The new Grey Goose Riviera bottle is intended to showcase the brand’s French heritage, featuring marinière stripes and imagery inspired by France’s Impressionist art style. Additionally, the package features a neoprene cover, designed to keep the bottle cool during the summer months.

Lambrusco Wines Worth Drinking

Apparently, Lambrusco still has a long way to go since it tarnished its reputation nearly 40 years ago (blame the wine boom of the 1970s). Fortunately, this means you can find great wines for obscenely good prices. Lambrusco is awesome and its story is more fascinating than probably imagined.

http://winefolly.com/tutorial/lambrusco-wines-worth-drinking/

Introducing Blu Perfer, a New Blue Wine to the U.S.

A brand new blue Spanish wine selection that is made with Chardonnay grapes is coming soon to the American market. Get yourselves ready for this amazing product of our shelves that will be serving your glasses soon.

http://www.wineindustryadvisor.com/2017/05/30/blu-perfer-new-blue-wine-us

Top 10 most popular beer brands in the US

Boston-based company published a list of the most popular beers at the end of 2016, according to its distributor order data and what has sold best on BevSpot; here are the top 10.

http://www.businessreviewusa.com/top10/5857/Top-10-most-popular-beer-brands-in-the-US?utm_source=Daily+Brew&utm_campaign=126e01b175-The+Daily+Brew%3A+May+30%2C+2017&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_935b7e0b70-126e01b175-36686829

Energy drinks and alcohol: A risky mix psychologically

People who add energy drinks to alcohol have a higher risk of injury from car accidents and fights, compared to those who drink alcohol straight. This is the conclusion of a meta-analysis of 13 studies published in March in the Journal of Studies on Alcohol and Drugs.

http://www.nzherald.co.nz/lifestyle/news/article.cfm?c_id=6&objectid=11865477

How many wine-quality scales are there?

There are a number of ratings systems for describing wine quality, which use 100 points, 20 points, 5 stars, 3 glasses, etc. Unfortunately, there is usually no “gold standard” for these systems, and so no two wine commentators use these systems in quite the same way.

http://winegourd.blogspot.com/2017/05/how-many-wine-quality-scales-are-there.html

Five myths about beer

No, it’s not a man’s drink, and craft beer isn’t a recent trend.

https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/five-myths-about-beer/2017/05/26/a5c734e8-3f39-11e7-adba-394ee67a7582_story.html?utm_term=.c40278224ef9

Women and young consumers broadly are willing to experiment with flavored alcoholic beverages

When wine grapes are medicine, forgotten varieties deserve a second look

Italian biologists have been scouring their countryside for “local, ancient ecotypes” and, beyond the usual business of documenting whether they’re genetically unique, a recent paper takes the extra steps of measuring their concentrations of antioxidant phenolic compounds and observing their effects against proliferating cancer cells.

https://wineoscope.wordpress.com/2015/05/29/when-wine-grapes-are-medicine-forgotten-varieties-deserve-a-second-look/

Everything you wanted to know about natural wine

There are two requirements of natural wine: First, the grapes must be sustainably farmed, which, generally speaking, means they are organic and/or biodynamic. Second, there should be nothing added nor taken away from the juice.

http://www.berkeleyside.com/2017/05/30/guide-to-natural-wine/

Franciacorta is Italy’s latest sparkling secret

Franciacorta may be a newcomer to the scene, but its glorious wines are more than enough to burst Prosecco’s bubble

http://www.spearswms.com/franciacorta-italys-latest-sparkling-secret/

Lohr’s Estates Wines Reveal Refreshed Look

Paso Robles and Monterey Leader’s Updated Packaging Hits the Market

https://www.winebusiness.com/news/?go=getArticle&dataid=185216

How Noble Rot Makes for a Better, Peachier White Wine

Scientists compared how different fungi affect a wine’s bouquet.

http://www.atlasobscura.com/articles/noble-rot-powdery-mildew-wine-aroma

11 Red Summer Wines You’ve Never Heard Of

The vast majority of imbibers allocate their wine drinking to winter. This statement isn’t just an assumption, it’s true. Over 90% of search traffic around the topic of wine (in the Northern Hemisphere) happens from November to January. So, if you’re researching wine any other time of year, consider yourself in the top 90th percentile of people interested in wine.

http://winefolly.com/tutorial/11-red-summer-wines-youve-never-heard-of/

Taylor Swift’s record label releases vodka

Big Machine Label Group, which counts Taylor Swift and Florida Georgia Line among its talent, has released its first spirit product – Big Machine Platinum Filtered Premium Vodka.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2017/05/taylor-swifts-record-label-releases-vodka/

Mastering Napa’s Mountain Appellations

Discover what links Cabernet Sauvignons from Napa Valley’s highest mountains: Howell, Diamond, Spring, Mount Veeder and Atlas Peak.

http://www.winemag.com/2017/05/30/mastering-napas-mountain-appellations/

WHAT’S IN YOUR WINE BESIDES GRAPES?

Additives are a normal part of the process and bring the people what they want. Here’s a list of some of the most common additives and their significance:

http://thebacklabel.com/wine-additives/#ixzz4ihNjSnQ8

DECLINE IN GLOBAL ALCOHOL CONSUMPTION ACCELERATING

By category, consumption of still wine dropped by 0.5% in 2016, according to the IWST, while the sparkling wine market grew 1.8%, driven by Prosecco.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2017/06/decline-in-global-alcohol-consumption-accelerating/

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“Napa Valley Rocks” , Napa Valley Vintners’ Unique Educational Program, digs deep into what makes Napa Valley America’s premier wine growing region. For years, wine lovers have extolled the virtues of ripe Cabernet Sauvignons or rich, buttery Chardonnays from Napa. Travelers flock there for stunning cuisine while they laze the day away tasting the Valley’s handsome collection of wines. To truly appreciate Napa Valley, we need to thoroughly penetrate the surface. The convergence of an ideal climate for grape growing, a unique geology, a compelling wine history, a pioneering, innovative spirit, a respect for the environment, and a tradition of giving back contribute to what makes Napa Valley unique. Napa Valley most definitely has a story to tell.

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Jo-Ann Ross is Napa Valley Vintners’ Greater Boston Wine Ambassador. She was selected to attend the Napa Valley Vintners’ “Napa Valley Rocks” program in 2010 and the “Napa Valley Vintners’ Wine Writers Academy” in 2012. In addition, she holds the coveted Diploma of Wine and Spirits (DWS) from Great Britain’s Wine and Spirits Education Trust. Jo-Ann is also New England’s First French Wine Scholar and Italian Wine Scholar Instructor issued by the Wine Scholar Guild of Washington, DC. She is always eager to champion world wide wine regions through organizing and conducting successful marketing promotions for restaurants and retail stores throughout New England. Jo-Ann created the unique “Edu-Tasting℠”, a 5 minute mini-class to accompany a standard wine tasting.

June 26^th

Private CraftRoots Brewery Tour And Tasting

630PM-9PM

The Franklin Wine Club will take over the CraftRoots Brewery.

We will have a private event.

Price includes a sample rack of four 5oz beers to start.

We will have a private tour and an open discussion about craft beer, and CraftRoots Brewing.

Lets get together to support this brewery and enjoy time together over a few beers.

About CraftRoots

100% of their grain and hops are grown on family farms in the Northeast.

32-oz. Squealers are available for purchase to-go.

To view current beers on tap:

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https://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/240213623/

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Franklin Wine Club Match Book Wine Company Event

June 2, 2017

https://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/239855887/

Match Book Wine Company Event

An Education And Tasting

Thursday June 1st 2017

Matchbook Wines

Host Dan O’connor

Matchbook Wines began in the rolling pastures of Dunnigan Hills in 2004. Dunnigan Hills, one of California’s newest AVA’s is located in northern California, east of Napa Valley. It was first planted to grapes in the late 70’s when John and Lane Giguiere returned home from college to save their family’s wheat and sheep farm. Realizing that the wheat market could no longer sustain their farm financially, and that sheep are really not that smart, the couple planted Dunnigan Hill’s original vines. These vines would be the foundation of RH Phillips Winery and the famed Toasted Head Chardonnay. Years after selling the RH Phillips label, John and Lane returned to Dunnigan Hills to begin a new venture: Matchbook Wines.

Matchbook Winery is a small, family owned winery focusing on the production of high-quality, yet affordable wines that rival the world’s best.

Daniel O’Connor began working with John and Lane in 2016, and after years of working for much larger, more corporate wine companies, he has found a home. Dan’s passion for wine began early in the restaurant business as he worked to earn his graduate and undergraduate degrees. He lives in Boston’s North End and represents John and Lane’s interest here on the East Coast.

During our tasting and seminar, We will focus on “Old World Wines in the New World,” discussing the history of the grape varietals that we will taste and their roots in France and their success in California.

The Wines:

Starter Wine

2016 Chasing Venus Sauvignon Blanc

750ml $14.99

Wine #1

2015 Match Book Chardonnay

750ml $14.99

Wine #2

2015 Mossback Chardonnay

750ml $14.99

Wine #3

2014 Mossback Pinot Noir

750ml $19.99

Wine #4

2015 Black’s Station Cabernet Sauvignon

750ml $11.99

Wine #5

2014 Mossback Cabernet Sauvignon

750ml $19.99

Wine #6

2014 The Arsonist Red Blend

750ml $19.99

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May 29, 2017

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05-29-2017

https://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/239855887/

By: Mark C Lenzi

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Memorial Day Sale

Open May 29^th 12-6PM

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Happy Memorial Day!

Monday, May 29, 2017 – Memorial Day is now a legal business day

Please be advised that the law was changed at the end of last year’s legislative session. Massachusetts’s law now permits us to open Monday, Memorial Day, beginning at 12:00 noon

Upcoming Franklin Wine Club Event

June 1st

Matchbook Wines

Host Dan O’connor

Matchbook Winery is a small, family owned winery focusing on the production of high-quality, yet affordable wines that rival the world’s best.

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Put down that wine cork: Why sniffing gets you nowhere

Nip The Nip Bottle Litter In Massachusetts

Think wine connoisseurship is nonsense? Blind-tasting data suggest otherwise

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Franklin Liquors New Daily Newspaper

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6 Secrets to Ordering Great Wine

You’re in a serious restaurant with a significant wine cellar, about to put down major green for a bottle. How do you make the most of it?

Real Facts about Wine & Health

Some of what was said is already well-known: wine has some heart-protecting benefits, but drinking too much is bad for you. Other points were less obvious, so I’ll list them in bullet points below.

http://palatepress.com/2017/05/wine/wine-and-health-facts/

11 QUESTIONS ABOUT IPA YOU’RE TOO EMBARRASSED TO ASK, ANSWERED

If you’ve purchased a beer in the last five years, there’s a very high likelihood that you’ve come across an IPA. It seems like every craft brewery has a flagship IPA in its lineup, and beer store shelves are crammed with beers with pictures of hops on the label.

https://vinepair.com/articles/answers-11-questions-about-ipas/?utm_source=Daily+Brew&utm_campaign=60df14694a-The+Daily+Brew%3A+May+18%2C+2017&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_935b7e0b70-60df14694a-36686829

Think wine connoisseurship is nonsense? Blind-tasting data suggest otherwise

Drinkers at the 2017 Oxford-Cambridge wine-tasting contest performed far better than random chance would indicate

http://www.economist.com/blogs/graphicdetail/2017/05/daily-chart-11

Has some jerk wineshamed you? Let us help you fight back

Welcome to Wineshaming 101. Today we will learn the best ways to counteract wineshaming — you know, when friends, family and pushy acquaintances mock your dubious drinking habits.

http://www.miami.com/miami-restaurants/are-people-mocking-the-wine-you-drink-161449/

What’s in a name?

The secret to understanding Pinot Gris/Grigio is in its name – or rather, its two names.

https://www.wineaustralia.com/news/market-bulletin/issue-59

Constellation Reportedly Eyeing Ste. Michelle

Ever-acquisitive Constellation Brands may be lining up its next target. Forbes reports that Constellation may be eyeing a potential purchase of Washington’s leading winemaker, Ste. Michelle Wine Estates (SMWE). The speculation follows a recently released Wells Fargo report highlighting the fact that SMWE’s business only accounts for around 3% of sales and 2% of profits for brand owner Altria, whose core business is in tobacco. Some believe that Altria will eventually offload Ste. Michelle at a price estimated to fall between $3 and $4 billion.

With revenues totaling $7.3 billion in its fiscal year through February, Constellation is considered a prime bidder for the Ste. Michelle business. The upstate New York-based company has been one of the most acquisitive players in the drinks industry over the past few years, with recent purchases including craft brewer Ballast Point, Utah distiller High West, Joe Wagner’s Meiomi wine brand, Washington-based Charles Smith Wines and California’s The Prisoner Wine Company. SMWE, whose core brands include Chateau Ste. Michelle, 14 Hands and Columbia Crest, among others, posted a net revenue rise of 7.8% to $746 million in 2016.

Rhubarb wine, ‘the new Moxie’ comes to Portland

Two Mainers say the crimson plant that grows prolifically in the spring makes the perfect elixir. In the former Rockingham Electric Supply Co. in Portland’s East Bayside, Pete Dubuc and Amanda O’Brien are making rhubarb wine in small batches using simple ingredients from Maine.

http://pierce.bangordailynews.com/2017/05/17/home/rhubarb-wine-the-new-moxie-comes-to-portland/

The Ultimate Guide to Oak in Winemaking

Winemakers face many choices when using oak in to produce their wines, and the interaction between oak and wine is complex and only partly understood.

http://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2017/05/the-ultimate-guide-to-oak-in-winemaking

THREE THINGS TO LEARN FROM MONDAVI ABOUT SELLING WINE IN CHINA

Three insightful takeaways we want to share about what makes a brand and product successful in China.

http://www.alizila.com/three-things-mondavi-selling-wine-china/

Wine still takes a backseat to beer for Millennials, but dominates as drinkers age

Everything You Ever Wanted To Know About The Science Of Drinking
Let’s have a look at some of the main aspects of alcohol and address some questions.

https://www.gizmodo.com.au/2017/05/everything-you-ever-wanted-to-know-about-the-science-of-drinking/

CORK IS COMPLETELY OUTDATED

As wines age cork gives enormous variability – try 12 bottles from the same case and you’ll have 12 different wines

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2017/05/milne-cork-is-completely-outdated/

SAM CAPORN MW LAUNCHES WINE INFOGRAPHIC

The Wine Flavour Tree is a new aid to help consumers identify flavour profiles found in wine. The tree includes 40 different flavours, divided into 10 different branches (five for white wines and five for reds.)

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2017/05/sam-caporn-mw-launches-wine-infographic/

https://www.themistressofwine.com/wine-flavour-tree/

Nip The Nip Bottle Litter In Massachusetts

State House Representative Randy Hunt of Sandwich has filed a Bill (House Bill H3528) that would add a 5-cent deposit on the sale of “nips.” The Bill will give consumers an incentive to return empty nip bottles for the 5 cent deposit, rather than toss them onto the streets.

The Bill defines a nip as “any sealable bottle, can, jar or carton which is primarily composed of glass, metal, plastic or any combination of those materials that has a capacity of not more than 100 milliliters and is produced for the purpose of containing an alcoholic beverage.”

https://www.change.org/p/massachusetts-legislature-let-s-nip-the-nip-bottles-in-massachusetts?recruiter=29374348&utm_source=share_petition&utm_medium=facebook&utm_campaign=autopublish&utm_term=mob-xs-share_petition-reason_msg

Brewery Ommegang’s Next Game of Thrones Release is Bend the Knee Golden Ale

While the wait for each new season of Game of Thrones® can seem longer than the wait for winter in Westeros, fans can now quench their thirst for all-things-Thrones with the newest beer in the Game of Thrones series from Brewery Ommegang and HBO Global Licensing: Bend the Knee Golden Ale.

https://www.brewbound.com/news/brewery-ommegangs-next-game-thrones-release-bend-knee-golden-ale?utm_source=Daily+Brew&utm_campaign=f33cf40a3c-The+Daily+Brew%3A+May+23%2C+2017&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_935b7e0b70-f33cf40a3c-36686829

Sommeliers Weigh In on Wine Gimmicks, from Blue Wine to Rosé Forties

We asked three professional wine geeks about the year’s wackiest, most Instagram-forward trends, from fluorescent blue wine to rosé sold in forties. Their responses were as colorful as the wines themselves.

http://www.foodandwine.com/wine/sommeliers-absurd-wine-trends

Did the English invent bubbly before Dom Perignon?

People in France will indeed tell you they invented the stuff – they maintain the ‘methode champenoise‘ was discovered by Dom Pierre Perignon at the abbey of Hautvilliers in 1697.

http://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-gloucestershire-39963098

Constellation Reportedly Makes Offer For Brown-Forman

Constellation Brands has reportedly made an offer for Brown-Forman, in what would be a blockbuster industry deal. According to CNBC, who cited several people with knowledge of the matter, Brown-Forman responded that it was not interested in a deal, but did refer the offer to its board.

In its most recent fiscal year, Brown-Forman had sales of $4 billion and operating income of $1.5 billion. Its enormous whiskey stable—led by Jack Daniel’s, Woodford Reserve and others—is doubtless attractive to potential acquirers given the U.S. market’s American whiskey boom. Brown-Forman is majority controlled by fifth-generation owners the Brown family.

With revenues totaling $7.3 billion and operating income of $2.4 billion in its fiscal year through February, Constellation has been one of the most acquisitive players in the drinks industry over the past few years. Recent purchases have included craft brewer Ballast Point, Utah distiller High West, Joe Wagner’s Meiomi wine brand, Washington-based Charles Smith Wines and California’s The Prisoner Wine Company. The company has also been recently named as a potential suitor for Ste. Michelle Wine Estates.

The Best Way to Chill Wine, According to Science

If you poke around certain corners of the Internet, you’ll find all sorts of tricks for speeding up the wine-chilling process.

http://www.bonappetit.com/story/how-to-chill-wine-science

How do you decide which kind of wine to buy?

How do you decide which bottle of wine to buy? Many of us use the ratings and descriptions often found on cards next to wines in the store.

http://abc13.com/food/how-do-you-decide-which-kind-of-wine-to-buy/2027523/

It’s What’s in the Bottle That Counts … Or Is It?

The survey found that eighty two percent of the respondents said they selected their wines based on the appearance of the labels.

http://www.wineindustryadvisor.com/2017/05/24/texture-wine-packaging

A ROSÉ BY ANY OTHER NAME

For years Rosé was given a bad name in the wake of the sweet White Zinfandel surge. Don’t be confused and don’t be prejudiced by those sweet, cloying wines.

http://johnfodera.com/a-rose-by-any-other-name/

Gallo dominates rising star wine brands

Put down that wine cork: Why sniffing gets you nowhere

Your job when that first small splash of wine gets poured into your glass is to let the server know whether the wine is spoiled or not. She doesn’t expect you to say whether you like the wine or not. All she wants to know is whether it is in good condition or bad condition.

http://www.chicagotribune.com/dining/drink/sc-sniffing-corks-wine-food-0526-20170523-column.html

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Here’s Why You Should Think Twice Before Refrigerating Your Champagne

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How Chateau Tumbleweed Makes Such Eye-Catching Labels

When you see a bottle of Chateau Tumbleweed in the wine aisle, you might do a double-take.

Study of Wine Yeasts Could Unlock New Vintages

The finding could explain some of the variation in wine vintages available to consumers and open the door to refining wine flavors and crafting all new vintages.

http://www.realclearscience.com/quick_and_clear_science/2017/05/13/study_of_wine_yeasts_could_unlock_new_vintages.html

HOW TO PAIR BEER WITH FOOD

Beer is as versatile as it is diverse, providing both complementary and contrasting experiences when paired with food. In fact, a good beer can bring out the best in any dish — if you know which kind to choose. Here are a few pairing suggestions for the most commonly-found beer types:

http://sbmag.net/how-to-pair-beer-with-food/

The Spanish cava hangover

In the last 10 years, there has been a drop of 12% in the consumption of cava in Spain

http://elpais.com/elpais/2017/05/11/inenglish/1494485818_661688.html

SUPERIOR SNIFFERS: CAN WE SMELL WINE BETTER THAN DOGS?

In a recent article entitled ‘Poor human olfaction is a 19^th century myth,’ published in the Science journal, Dr McGann, a Psychology professor at Rutgers University, has argued that the notion that the human sense of smell is inferior to other mammals is ‘an unproven hypothesis.’

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2017/05/superior-sniffers-can-we-smell-wine-better-than-dogs/

China Is Building a Disney World for Wine

Changyu, China’s winemaking powerhouse, is building French-style chateaus and Italianate castles around the country—and an entire “Wine City”—to encourage the country’s passion for the grape.

https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2017-05-09/china-is-building-a-disney-world-for-wine-in-xi-an-and-yantai

A snapshot of the bulk wine market

Container transport has become the method of choice for shipping wine around the globe, and not only in Italy. In some countries, more than 50% of production is shipped in bulk. Much of this wine is sent to Germany, the UK and other European counties where big bottling plants are located. Some European bottlers are so efficient, that it costs less for a South American country to bottle the wine in Germany or the UK and then send the wine back, than to bottle it in the country of origin.

https://www.meininger.de/en/wine-business-international/snapshot-of-bulk-wine-market

Tax Break For High-Alcohol Wine Sours Health Activists

At the heart of the matter is a quirk of oenology.

The pending legislation would drop the federal tax to $1.07 per gallon for all wines with less than 16 percent alcohol. That’s the same rate that has applied for decades to wines under 14 percent.

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/tax-break-for-high-alcohol-wine-sours-health-activists_us_59123049e4b0e3bb894d5b71

PERROTTI-BROWN MW: SCORES AREN’T EVERYTHING

“They only tell you where a wine sits qualitatively amongst a group of its peers, but they tell you nothing about the style of the wine.”

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2017/05/perrotti-brown-mw-scores-arent-everything/

Velv Wine Oxygenator review: Can a $300 gizmo instantly improve your plonk?

Oxygenating your wine isn’t a bad thing. But the Velv attacks a delicate science with a bludgeon.

http://www.techhive.com/article/3195261/smart-appliance/velv-wine-oxygenator-review-can-a-300-gizmo-instantly-improve-your-plonk.html

Why wine stories matter

The history of wine is over 6,000 years old. But what is wine, if it isn’t just a liquid beverage sold in a glass container? What sets one wine apart from thousands of others?

Story is what moves wine from being a static item to something people can get emotionally involved with. Emotions are a strong driver for both purchasing decisions and long-term brand loyalty.

https://www.enca.com/life/food-wine/why-wine-stories-matter

Wine country looking more like cannabis country in California

The grapevines that line rolling hillsides and sweeping valleys in Northern California’s wine country have become iconic – a symbol of the region’s rustic charm that helped California earn its reputation as a world-class wine and food destination.

But winegrapes have new competition: weed.

http://www.sacbee.com/news/politics-government/capitol-alert/article149815769.html

More evidence of the benefits of mechanized grape production

The study was designed to identify ways for San Joaquin Valley growers to reduce the cost of producing a marketable crop using less water.

http://www.westernfarmpress.com/grapes/more-evidence-benefits-mechanized-grape-production

NOT JUST FOR DRINKING: WINERY WASTE FINDS NEW USES

Each year, California wineries produce more than 100,000 tons of pomace. Now, that waste is being turned into everything from cooking oil to cosmetics.

http://abc7news.com/business/not-just-for-drinking-winery-waste-finds-new-uses/1977753/

Wine Growers vs. Weed Growers

McMinnville-Area Vineyard Owners Don’t Like the Smell

http://www.portlandmercury.com/ask-a-pot-lawyer/2017/05/10/19002574/wine-growers-vs-weed-growers

There is Prosecco and then there is Valdobbiadene Prosecco

The area of prosecco production is located in northeastern Italy within the Veneto region, but some of the top quality prosecco come from the hillside areas of Conegliano Valdobbiadene.

http://www.vinotravelsitaly.com/2017/05/prosecco-of-conegliano-valdobbiadene.html?utm_source=Vino+Travels+Email+Members&utm_campaign=3c83cee07c-RSS_EMAIL_CAMPAIGN&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_670bd5443a-3c83cee07c-294676161

Premium-Plus Imported Wines Are Surging

King Of Beers In Trouble?

Massachusetts Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission (ABCC) officials have accused an AB InBev-owned wholesaler of providing nearly $1 million of illegal incentives to Boston-area bars to promote Budweiser and other AB products over the competition. The charges, filed Tuesday, allege that AB gave branded draft towers (worth up to $3,500) and refrigerators (worth anywhere from $500 to $5,700) to 441 licensees. The Boston Globe reports that the ABCC has set a June 20 hearing date. AB maintains that the company followed all laws and regulations for distributing branded merchandise.

Natural vs. Synthetic Foods: What’s Really Safe?

I realized that I was biased against anything non-natural. I assumed that if it’s natural, then it’s better. Apparently that’s not the truth.

https://fitnessreloaded.com/natural-vs-synthetic/

How to Capture a Bold Wine Bottle Photo with a Single Speedlight

If you’re interested in product photography, Dustin Dolby‘s channel workphlo is definitely worth a bookmark. Using minimal equipment, he’s able to capture distinct looks like this makeup shot, and in this tutorial he’ll show you how a single speedlight can produce a bold beautiful wine bottle photo that looks 100% pro.

https://petapixel.com/2017/05/10/capture-bold-wine-bottle-photo-single-speedlight/

The Many Colors of Rosé

How we classify the rainbow of pink wine—from Rosé All Day, a new book from wine writer Katherine Cole.

Just Got My Copy And Excited to Read!

http://www.foodandwine.com/wine/rose-wine/many-colors-rose

SCREWCAPS ALLOW WINE ‘TO AGE GRACEFULLY’ SAYS WAKEFIELD MD

In 2015, Maturation tests conducted on top Australian wines, aged both under cork and screwcap, yielded “ground breaking results,” with an international panel of judges voting in favour of screwcap-aged expressions in a blind tasting at Vinitaly.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2017/05/screwcaps-allow-wine-to-age-gracefully-says-wakefield-md/

Paso Robles has 11 distinct wine regions. Here’s what makes each one different

The federal government approved dividing up the massive Paso Robles American Viticultural Area, or AVA, into 11 smaller sub-AVAs in November 2014. But it’s only more recently that wineries, trade professionals and enthusiasts have really begun paying attention to the designations.

http://www.sanluisobispo.com/living/food-drink/wine-beer/article150513892.html

Here’s how much it costs to grab a beer around the world

As for American cities, New York City was the most expensive, with beer costing $7.40 on average. Boston wasn’t too far behind, at $7.20.

http://www.businessinsider.com/cost-of-beer-around-the-world-2017-5

Online Vs In Store Beverage Buyers

CHINA’S WINE REGIONS: SHANXI

Known as a major coal mining province in China, Shanxi’s coal production has fuelled the country’s fast-track economic development for decades. Its ancient courtyards, traditional Yaodong or cave dwellings are dotted around the landscape of the arid Shanxi Plateau, part of the Loess Plateau in northwestern China. Winemaking in the northern province is limited but the province is said to be among the first places in China to experiment with winemaking; Qingxu County, south of its provincial Capitial Taiyuan, has records showing winemaking history that dates back to 2,000 years.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2017/05/chinas-wine-regions-shanxi/

Jim Beam unveils Bourbon-infused coffee range

Beam Suntory has partnered with New York-based producer White Coffee to release a line of Jim Beam Bourbon-infused coffees, available in five flavors.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2017/05/jim-beam-unveils-bourbon-infused-coffee-range/

NIZZA DOCG, A SMOKING DRESSED BARBERA

If Barbera d’Asti is the King of Pop Wine in Northern Italy, and Babera d’Asti Superiore is the underrated muscular superhero of Barbera, then the Nizza DOCG is the suave, serious. international man of mystery… it’s the James Bond of Barbera.

https://www.mynameisbarbera.com/nizza-docg-smoking-dressed-barbera/

Organic wine has a public relations problem

Like time travellers and Yogi Berra’s mind-bending witticisms, organic wine seems stuck in a paradox. It keeps growing in popularity, yet most consumers are disinclined to pay more for it. In fact, in the case of highly rated wines, those that are explicitly labelled organic often fetch lower prices versus comparable-quality cuvées made via conventional means.

http://www.theglobeandmail.com/life/food-and-wine/wine/organic-wine-has-a-public-relations-problem/article34989720/

A Print Magazine All About Natural Wine Is In The Works

The world of niche food magazines just got a little bigger. Terre, an art-driven publication dedicated to all things natural wine, recently launched a crowdfunding campaign.

http://www.foodrepublic.com/2017/05/15/print-magazine-natural-wine/

Canned wine: It’s here and not so bad

The 2016 Survey of American Wine Consumer Preferences revealed that 20 percent of Americans surveyed said they would purchase wine in a can.

http://www.burlingtonfreepress.com/story/life/food/2017/05/12/canned-wine-s-here-and-not-so-bad/101431408/

Alcohol does not alter personality, say scientists as they debunk myth of ‘happy drunk’

Although many people blame drinking for alterations in their usual behavior, new research shows that there is little shift in character between sober and squiffy.

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/science/2017/05/15/alcohol-does-not-alter-personality-say-scientists-debunk-myth/

Let’s Be Clear: Bad Wines Are Bad Wines, Period

A couple of wine writers have recently tried to make the case that bad wine should be tolerated, if not embraced. They argue that it can’t be entirely bad if it appeals to large numbers of people. Drinking bad wine encourages the love of all wine, and, really, nothing is harmful about bad wine, so why not live and let live?

https://www.nytimes.com/2017/05/15/dining/processed-wines-dont-drink-them.html?ref=dining&_r=1

HOW LONG IT TAKES TO BURN OFF WINE, BEER, OR A COCKTAIL

You’re gonna want to print out this infographic, paste it to your wall, and ensure you’ll never work out more than you need to again.

https://vinepair.com/articles/how-long-burn-wine-beer-cocktail/

A bottle you can eat

The Ooho is designed to be served fresh like fruit. If you don’t eat it, it biodegrades anyway in fewer than six weeks and it’s cheaper than plastic.

The current prototype would probably dissolve in alcohol, but they sure have it working with water, plain or flavored.

http://indaily.com.au/eat-drink-explore/wine/2017/05/17/bottle-can-eat/

IS ROSÉ A SERIOUS WINE?

SOME THOUGHTS ON THE SUBJECT

Growth in rosé consumption has been mind-boggling. The latest figures from Nielsen Research and French Customs indicate that sales in Provence rosés alone increased 55% by volume and 60% by absolute value during the twelve months ending July 2016, as compared to 34% on volume and 40% on value for the same period a year earlier. In France, one of every three bottles of wine consumed is a rosé.

http://www.provencewinezine.com/is-rose-a-serious-wine-some-thoughts-on-the-subject/

Here’s Why You Should Think Twice Before Refrigerating Your Champagne

“If it sits in the fridge for weeks, the cork can dry out due to no humidity,” she said. “As corks dry out, the seal between the bottle and the cork loosen up and the Champagne will oxidize faster, changing its aromas.”

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/storing-champange_us_591b2b01e4b05dd15f0bc119

All About Vouvray Wine

Vouvray (“voo-vray”) is a white wine made with Chenin Blanc grapes that grow along the banks of the Loire River in the Touraine district of France. Wines range in style from dry to sweet, and still to sparkling, each with its own distinct character. Regardless of style, Vouvray is loved for its delicate floral aromas and boisterous taste that will pucker your lips and make you immediately wish for another sip.

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

Terroir: the Missing Link

There is perhaps no more contentious term in the wine world than terroir. The mere mention of the word can send the listener into a state of uncertainty, confusion, trance, or agitation–even fury. Trying to nail down the definition of terroir can be just as challenging. Over the years, I’ve heard the word defined as microclimate, soil type, brettanomyces, poor winery hygiene, old barrels, even disposable income.

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

Sazerac gives Tuaca new recipe and design

Sazerac has relaunched Tuaca after purchasing the Italian spirit from Brown-Forman last year, unveiling a new recipe and bottle design.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2017/05/sazerac-gives-tuaca-liqueur-new-recipe-and-design/

There’s a beer which gives you mystical sexual powers (apparently)

A union between Dorset based beer makers Cerne Abbas Brewery and The Watercress Company, Watercress Warrior’s sexual powers are no doubt increased by the famous Cerne Giant, which will feature as it’s label logo.

http://metro.co.uk/2017/05/17/theres-a-beer-which-gives-you-mystical-sexual-powers-apparently-6643580/

Residual sugar in wine

Residual sugar is and what makes a sweet wine sweet. And that residual sugar is the sugar from the grapes that’s left over after fermentation; more residual sugar makes a sweet wine, and the absence of residual sugar makes a dry wine.

https://www.winecurmudgeon.com/residual-sugar-in-wine-with-charts-and-graphs/

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Matchbook Winery is a small, family owned winery focusing on the production of high-quality, yet affordable wines that rival the world’s best.

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https://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/240034559/

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New Dates Soon!

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Franklin Library Book Club

The book discussion is free, but the wine tastings are $10 each. Space is limited to 40 participants. To register, either visit the library’s website or call Kim Shipala at 508-520-4943.

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Liquor Industry News/Links 05-15-17

May 15, 2017

Liquor Industry News/Links

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

05-15-2017

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By: Mark C Lenzi

CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, IWS*

Franklin Wine Club Santa Carolina Event

Education/Tasting Held 05-11-17 In Our Wine Room

Read All About It

Upcoming Franklin Lifelong Learning Event

May 23rd

Exploring Italian Wines

Italian wines can be some of the most confusing to understand. This tasting/education will cover history, geography, laws, regions and grapes. Come explore Italy!

Memorial Day News

Monday, May 29, 2017 – Memorial Day is now a legal to sell alcohol

Please be advised that the law was changed at the end of last year’s legislative session. Massachusetts’s law now permits us to sell beginning at 12:00 noon

Our First Wine Book Club Event

Do you like wine? Do you like books? Join us for a special Wine Tasting & Book Club Meeting at Franklin Liquors on Tuesday, June 6 at 7:00 p.m.! We will be discussing Sweetbitter, by Stephanie Danler. Kim Shipala, Assistant Library Director at the Franklin Public Library, will lead a discussion of the novel, while Kim Simone of Vinitas Wineworks will do a tasting of the wines mentioned in the book.

The book discussion is free, but the wine tastings are $10 each. Space is limited to 40 participants. To register, either visit the library’s website or call Kim Shipala at 508-520-4943. The first ten to register will receive a free copy of the book!

Take Care

Franklin Liquors

Mike & Mark

Liquor Industry Week In Review

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

All About Crémant Wine

All the Wines That Pair Best With Your Child’s Crappy Behavior

Here’s how many calories are in your glass of wine

AND MORE!

Franklin Liquors New Daily Newspaper

The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW)

Our Daily Wine Newspaper

http://www.cbsnews.com/news/denmark-beer-brewer-norrebro-bryghus-human-urine-fertilizer/

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Food And Wine 101

Denmark brewer makes beer using human urine

The brew is made with malting barley fertilized by the contents of urinals at the largest music festival in Northern Europe. The 50,000 liters of human waste liquid was used as an alternative to traditional animal manure or factory-made fertilizer products.

Mexico Passes Germany in World Beer Market Share

The Latin American nation produced 105 million hectoliters of beer in 2016, an 8.1 percent increase from a year earlier, according to the country’s beer chamber, vaulting past Germany as the world’s fourth-largest producer.

https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2017-05-05/salud-mexico-passes-germany-in-world-beer-market-share-chart

It can be intimidating to order wine at a nice restaurant.

You should always order the wines you’ve never heard of — here’s why

http://www.businessinsider.com/how-to-order-wine-at-a-restaurant-2017-5

Wine and gastronomy: a Sancerre way of life

Enjoy a day in Sancerre and discover its rich terroir.

https://www.visitfrenchwine.com/en/product/wine-and-gastronomy-sancerre-way-life

The real reasons Trader Joe’s wine is so cheap

So how does the company keep its prices so low, while still delivering a taste that people love? And is there really animal matter in the wine?

http://m.sfgate.com/technology/businessinsider/article/The-Real-Reasons-Trader-Joe-s-Wine-Is-So-Cheap-5969089.php?cmpid=twitter-tablet

Can wine protect your neurons? Study investigates

A new study – published in the journal Frontiers in Nutrition – set out to investigate the molecular mechanism behind this.

http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/317326.php

The Oregon Wines You’ve Never Heard Of

Uncovering lesser known wines widely grown in certain areas tells a very different story about what’s happening in that region.

http://winefolly.com/tutorial/the-oregon-wine-youve-never-heard-of/

ITALIAN SPARKLING WINE BEYOND PROSECCO

Quite a few different kinds of Italian sparkling wine.

http://frame.bloglovin.com/?post=5617256325&blog=13250105&group=0&frame=1&frame_type=none&avpp=true&context=&context_ids=&feed_order=&click=0&user=0

Wine grapes you haven’t heard of

Wines with names like Chambourcin, Vidal Blanc and Vignoles aren’t all that well known, certainly not like their cousins Cabernet, Merlot and Chardonnay. Why is that, and why do Missouri winemakers choose to grow these lesser known wine grapes? The answer is fairly simple… weather and disease.

https://www.morningagclips.com/wine-grapes-you-havent-heard-of/

Warren Buffett Takes On Texas’ Three-Tier Drinks System

Not only may a company not operate in more than one of the three tiers, but state regulators have taken the position that a company that manufactures or distributes alcoholic beverages may not own even a single share of stock in any company that sells alcohol or vice versa.

https://spectator.org/warren-buffett-takes-on-texas-three-tier-drinks-system/

IN THE WINE INDUSTRY, BOTTLE AND CLOSURE CHOICES ARE AN IMPORTANT PART OF BRAND MESSAGING.

Even modern-day bottles adhere to centuries-old standards of shapes, sizes, and colors. “The wine market has historically been very conservative when it comes to packaging

http://www.spiritedbiz.com/wine-industry-bottle-closure-choices/

Does Barrel Fermentation Improve Red Wine?

Though it’s common to ferment Chardonnay wines in oak barrels to impart texture and flavor—and fermenting reds in large upright wooded casks was once standard—fermenting red wines in oak barrels is a fairly new practice.

https://www.winesandvines.com/template.cfm?section=news&content=184194

How America fell in love with Mexican beer

There’s more to the explosive popularity of Pacifico, Corona and other Mexican imports than a growing Hispanic population.

http://draftmag.com/mexican-beer-import-growth/?utm_source=Daily+Brew&utm_campaign=1c8af4506c-The+Daily+Brew%3A+May+5%2C+2017&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_935b7e0b70-1c8af4506c-36686829

What Company Imports the Most Wine in China?

Interesting WalMart 3 million bottles

http://www.grapewallofchina.com/2017/05/05/top-wine-import-companies-china-2016/

How Wine Labels Influence Purchase Decisions Using Eye-Tracking Technology

The decision to what the label should look like can arguably be just as important as the growing of the grape and other winemaking processes prior to the wine even going into the bottle.

http://www.academicwino.com/2017/05/wine-labels-eye-tracking-technology.html/

New Cupcake Wines

The Wine Group’s Cupcake Vineyards has launched two new rosé offerings. Cupcake Vineyards California Rosé, retailing at $12.99 a 750-ml., is a blend of Grenache, Pinot Noir, Syrah and Merlot and will be a permanent addition to the lineup. At $15.99, Cupcake Vineyards Sparkling Rosé is a seasonal entry made from Chardonnay and Pinot Nero grapes in Italy. It will be available from April through September. Both new Cupcake rosés are rolling out nationwide.

The Dogpatch winery that is making synthetic wine

Ava Winery doesn’t look much like a winery. In fact, according to the government, it isn’t a winery.

http://www.sfchronicle.com/wine/article/The-Dogpatch-winery-that-is-making-synthetic-wine-11121735.php

This Dream Job Will Let You Road Trip Across The Country And Drink Canned Wine

They’ll hit the road in a vintage 1972 Citroën mobile wine bar and travel across the United States, making pit stops at various festivals and events along the way.

http://elitedaily.com/news/dream-job-will-let-road-trip-across-country-drink-canned-wine/1893161/

How to Pair Wine and Tacos

While beer and margaritas never fail, sometime you just want to reach for a glass of wine. We show you the perfect pairings for four types of tacos.

http://www.winemag.com/2017/05/04/how-to-pair-wine-and-tacos/

Here’s how many calories are in your glass of wine

Ever wonder what that glass of wine is costing your waistline? Without nutrition labels on most alcohol, many of us don’t notice how many calories we’re really consuming.

http://www.ajc.com/lifestyles/food–cooking/here-how-many-calories-are-your-glass-wine/TjjaHV8q8t7FQMd9NrR7FO/

All the Wines That Pair Best With Your Child’s Crappy Behavior

The data is out, and studies now show that certain wines pair up best with different parenting situations and child behavior.

https://www.popsugar.com/moms/All-Wines-Pair-Best-Your-Child-Crappy-Behavior-38420719

Raisin: the natural wine app on Android

Help finance Raisin: the natural wine app for Android

https://www.kisskissbankbank.com/en/projects/raisin-l-appli-du-vin-naturel-sur-android

7 Things Only People Who Drink More Rosé Than Water Will Know

The wine industry in the United States isn’t as heavily regulated as much as the food industry is. As a result, some producers get away with loading rosé with dyes and other random chemicals

http://www.cosmopolitan.com/food-cocktails/a9586429/best-rose-wine-to-buy-facts/

Italy and Australia dominate the US import market, but NZ and Argentina are gaining

Wine flows through history of world’s religions

The substance of wine has a long history in the world of religion and it appears — or is forbidden — in many traditions.

http://www.redlandsdailyfacts.com/social-affairs/20170503/professing-faith-wine-flows-through-history-of-worlds-religions

Jordan Debuts First Jordan Cuvée by Champagne AR Lenoble

Jordan Vineyard & Winery is excited to announce the official launch of our first Jordan Cuvée, 100 percent produced by Champagne AR Lenoble, owned and operated by the Malassagne family in the Champagne region of France. The Jordan Cuvée by Champagne AR Lenoble is a special bottling of non-vintage brut that celebrates the shared business values and common winemaking philosophies of both families.

http://blog.jordanwinery.com/2017/05/jordan-cuvee-by-champagne-ar-lenoble-debuts-at-jordan-winery/

US Becomes Main Export Market For Portuguese Wine

The US has become the largest export destination for Portuguese wines, replacing long-time leader Angola.

https://www.esmmagazine.com/us-becomes-main-export-market-portuguese-wine/42756

It’s in your head: Wine flavors come from your brain

Where does the taste of wine come from? While most of us would refer to the grapes, winemaking techniques or vintages, few approach wine tasting from the neurological perspective. In his new book and paper, Gordon Shepherd of the Yale School of Medicine provided an explanation of how our brain mechanisms help form our perception of wine flavors.

https://blog-en.fruitionsciences.com/2017/05/08/head-wine-flavors-come-brain/

All About Crémant Wine

Crémant is a group of sparkling wines made with the same technique as Champagne, but from outside the Champagne region. This article details the nine different Crémant wines of France and Luxembourg.

http://winefolly.com/review/cremant-wine/

Once tainted, Portugal’s cork industry fights back

Cork has raised its U.S. market share to around 60 percent, and its share of the global market, which Amorim estimates is worth about $1.3 billion a year, stands closer to 70 percent.

http://www.reuters.com/article/us-portugal-corks-analysis-idUSKBN18512B

Alcohol Purchasing Boomers VS Millennials

Young, French and Angry: Winegrowers in Southern France Are Struggling

Dozens of winegrowers from France’s Languedoc region swept through three supermarkets in Nîmes on March 30, in search of wine they believe is threatening their livelihood: low-priced Spanish wine. To the dismay of supermarket staff, who stood watching, the vigilante vignerons climbed the shelves, smashing wine bottles and emptying boxed wine cartons onto the floor of the aisle. They piled shopping carts with more bottles, which they subsequently dumped on the pavement of the parking lot.

http://www.winespectator.com/webfeature/show/id/Winegrowers-in-Southern-France-Are-Struggling

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Franklin Adult Education 2017 Classes

Wine Buying Tips Using Label Information

Thursday, May 18th

Do you know 5 corporations own 80-90% of wines for sale? Many people buy wines based on label only. Do you? This wine tasting/education will explain what is on a wine label and how it can help you find the best for your dollar. After this event buying wine will never be the same!

Exploring Italian Wines

Tuesday, May 23rd

Italian wines can be some of the most confusing to understand. This tasting/education will cover history, geography, laws, regions and grapes. Come explore Italy!

Medway Community Education Winter Programs

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The book discussion is free, but the wine tastings are $10 each. Space is limited to 40 participants. To register, either visit the library’s website or call Kim Shipala at 508-520-4943.

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Franklin Wine Club Santa Carolina Event

May 12, 2017

Santa Carolina Event

An Education And Tasting

Thursday May 11th 2017

Wines Of Santa Carolina In Chile

Host Mark Raymond

Santa Carolina is Carolina Wine Brands’ flagship brand. With a history spanning over 140 years, Viña Santa Carolina was established in 1875 by Luis Pereira, who named it after his wife, Carolina Iñiguez. Located in Santiago, the winery’s facilities and underground cellar are a National Monument and are open to the public at large. With sales in excess of 25 million bottles, Santa Carolina’s wines are available in over 90 countries. In 2015, Santa Carolina celebrated its 140th anniversary and was chosen the New World Winery of the Year by the prestigious American magazine Wine Enthusiast.

Amazing value in wine! We will explore reds and wihites.

About Mark

New England Regional President For Carolina Wine Brands USA

The Wines:

Wine #1

2016 Reserva Sauvignon Blanc

750ml $10.99

Wine #2

2015 Nimbus Sauvignon Blanc

750ml $12.99

Wine #3

2016 Reserva Chardonnay

750ml $10.99

Wine #4

2016 Reserva Pinot Noir

750ml $10.99

Wine #5

2015 Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon

750ml $10.99

Wine 6

2015 Finca El Origen Malbec

750ml $10.99

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Liquor Industry News/Links 05-08-17

May 8, 2017

Liquor Industry News/Links

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

05-08-2017

https://reg.abcsignup.com/reg/event_page.aspx?ek=0079-0003-42b837e51c14429e8cd06be4eb3bf140

By: Mark C Lenzi

CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, IWS*

Franklin Wine Club J.Lohr Event

Education/Tasting Held 05-04-17 In Our Wine Room

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Franklin Liquors New Daily Newspaper

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Red or white? Now Italy may get BLUE wine – but purists say it’s an insult to national tradition

Blumond – a mix of curacao, peach and prosecco

Six easy food and wine pairing tips

Throw old food and wine pairing rules out

http://www.mercurynews.com/2017/04/29/six-easy-food-and-wine-pairing-tips/

There’s a beer made from 30 lobsters

Not the weirdest craft brew we’ve heard of, but close.

http://www.metro.us/lifestyle/food-and-drinks/beer-made-30-lobsters

Winery, vineyard cyber attack risk grows with web-connected systems

Your property insurance may well cover it, if the policy is of the all-risk variety. But if you have a policy that specifies the perils such as fire, flood etc., it is possible that you’re not covered for property losses resulting from a cyber attack.

http://www.northbaybusinessjournal.com/opinion/6901995-181/cyber-risk-internet-winery-vineyard

THOMAS JEFFERSON IS PROVEN RIGHT AS VIRGINIA WINE COMES OF AGE

Just 30 miles as the crow flies from the U.S. capitol in Washington D.C., Virginia winemakers have leapt forward with wines of finesse and originality since the turn of the last century.

https://www.jamessuckling.com/wine-tasting-reports/thomas-jefferson-proven-right-virginia-wine-comes-age/

Why is English Sparkling Trying to be like Champagne?

For hundreds of years, England has been one of the largest importers of Champagne with over 30 million bottles imported to the UK in 2013

http://thebacklabel.com/english-sparkling-champagne/#axzz4fpSbsPzw

Shaken by 2014 quake, Napa winery again standing tall

Only now, more than 2½ years after the quake, has that restoration work been finished. And on May 7, Trefethen will finally re-open the McIntyre doors to the public — reinforced, re-insulated and, yes, seismically retrofitted.

http://www.sfchronicle.com/wine/article/Shaken-by-2014-quake-Napa-winery-again-standing-11106727.php

Meet Joe Wagner, the man shaking up the Sonoma County wine world

Less than two years ago, Constellation Brands Inc. bought his Meiomi brand for a whopping $315 million, a figure that jolted analysts because it included no hard assets such as vineyards or a winery.

http://www.pressdemocrat.com/business/6922137-181/meet-joe-wagner-the-most?artslide=0

Draft vs. Bottle: A Data Breakdown of Beer Ordering Habits

The following data represents on-premise order data from the 12 months ending in March 2017. While the majority of retailers covered here are located outside of New England and New York, these particular regions are strongly represented in the data. Figures represent percentages of orders from distributors in dollar terms.

https://www.bevspot.com/2017/04/26/draft-vs-bottle-a-breakdown-of-beer-ordering-habits/?utm_campaign=Facebook+Promoted+Apr17+-+Draft+Beer+Brands&utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=paidsocial

Vikings ‘may have produced their own wine’

It had always been assumed that the Scandinavian climate was too harsh for viticulture. But there is now evidence that some grapes were grown locally

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2017/04/29/vikings-may-have-produced-wine/

Finnish Brewery Introduces 1,000-Pack of Beer

A brewery in Finland has just blown the 99-pack out of the water. Grab your forklift because Keisari beer has just released a 1,000-pack!

http://www.foodandwine.com/news/keisari-beer-1000-pack

DANGEROUS DRINKS AND HOW TO SPOT THEM

It turned out to be cinchonism, a type of poisoning caused by an overdose of quinine

http://imbibemagazine.com/dangerous-drinks/

Science reveals what progressively happens in your body & brain as you drink

What Makes a Good Wine Label?

Before even tasting a wine, labels are what immediately draw us to a bottle. One critic shares his opinion on the good, the bad and the ugly of wine labels.

http://www.winemag.com/2017/04/27/what-makes-a-good-wine-label/

RIEDEL TEAMS UP WITH ELTON JOHN ON RAINBOW DECANTER

Each decanter has been mouth blown in Riedel’s Kufstein glassworks in Austria, handcrafted to display the colours of the rainbow and shaped to mimic the form of the harp.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2017/04/riedel-teams-up-with-elton-john-on-rainbow-decanter/

A little science and history behind putting nitrogen in beer

There’s another type of gas that’s sometimes used in beer instead of carbon dioxide — nitrogen

http://lancasteronline.com/features/food/a-little-science-and-history-behind-putting-nitrogen-in-beer/article_3c22c7d8-2b47-11e7-b777-f319d96d60e2.html

Heineken Launches Coolerpack

Designed to pop open the top, fill the pack with ice, and enjoy a cold Heineken, the COOLERPACK will keep consumers cool in the heat all summer long,

Watch for special Franklin Liquor promo!!

https://www.brewbound.com/news/heineken-launches-coolerpack?utm_source=Daily+Brew&utm_campaign=0af608289f-The+Daily+Brew%3A+April+27%2C+2017&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_935b7e0b70-0af608289f-36686829

Most people — including Millennials and GenX — would not recommend buying alcohol online

Calif Wine Retail Sales Value Soars 25%

How a Wine Brand Advanced Digital Ad Measurement

Constellation Brands wanted to measure the impact of digital ads on in-store purchases of its Black Box Wines mid-campaign, rather than waiting until after the ad push

https://www.wsj.com/articles/how-a-wine-brand-advanced-digital-ad-measurement-1493287200

What Does Great Wine Service Look Like Today?

What are our expectations for wine service amid huge shifts in restaurant and sommelier culture? Jon Bonné looks at three New York sommeliers who are confronting the question in all its complexity.

http://punchdrink.com/articles/wine-service-today-wine-bars-nyc-bar-boulud-blanca-restaurant-loring-place/

How Texas Is Texas Wine?

What “Truth in Labeling” means for Texas winemakers and vineyards

Less than half of over 400 Texas wineries are making their wine from locally grown grapes.

http://www.austinchronicle.com/food/2017-04-28/how-texas-is-texas-wine/

Trump, Trudeau Talk, and Readouts Are Very Different

Meanwhile, one site thinks US will go after Canadian wine next

A post at the Canadian site Maclean’s thinks Trump is going to go after wine sales in British Columbia next, arguing that the Canadian product has an unfair advantage over US wine because of grocery store rules.

U.S. says “discriminates against the sale of U.S. wine.” B.C. does allow U.S. wine to be sold under the “store within a store” option, but no grocery chain will go to the trouble or expense to do it. The situation also applies in other provinces like Ontario. Don’t be surprised when Trump soon starts talking about Canada’s “disgraceful” wine policy. It is all about America First.

http://www.newser.com/story/241876/will-trump-go-after-canadian-wine-next.html

Why Uruguay could be the new Jura
And could Tannat by the new Malbec? Jane Anson looks at Uruguay’s adoption of the Tannat grape and learns about fresh initiatives that could help to get the country on restaurant wine lists.

http://www.decanter.com/wine-news/opinion/news-blogs-anson/uruguay-wine-new-jura-367627/

Fee, Fie, Foe, Fieri

Food Network giant makes entry into wine

Hunt & Ryde in partnership with winemaker Guy Davis of Davis Family Vineyards. Named for his sons, Hunter and Ryder Fieri, the brand produces Pinot Noir from the family’s organically farmed estate vineyard in the Russian River Valley and old-vine Zinfandel from well-known sites in Sonoma County.

http://www.oregonwinepress.com/last-call-guy-fieri

Why You Should Be Drinking Petit Verdot

Petit Verdot is a red grape that was traditionally reserved as a minor blending grape in the world famous Bordeaux wine blend. However, as the grape has spread to warmer climates, winemakers have realized that Petit Verdot can make intensely bold, fruity-yet-floral, red wines that can and do easily stand on their own.

http://winefolly.com/tutorial/featured-wine-petit-verdot/

THE PYRAMID OF QUALITY. DOCG & DOC

As the other wine producing country, Italy also has laws to indicate wine quality. Essentially, there are four classifications known as “The Pyramid of Quality”. The highest quality wines, characterized by strict production rules and the highest value, are at the top of the pyramid. Low quality wines characterized by the fewest restrictions and lowest value are at the base.

https://www.mynameisbarbera.com/the-pyramid-of-quality-the-docg/

Jose Cuervo and Fender build ‘world’s first’ agave guitar

All traditional wood elements on the guitar – the body, 21-fret neck and fingerboard – are replaced by agave plant-based material, and features Fender hardware, a custom-engraved neck plate with a Jose Cuervo inscription, and hand-wound Fat ‘50s neck, RWRP middle and bridge pickups.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2017/05/jose-cuervo-and-fender-build-worlds-first-agave-guitar/

Half of Napa’s wine industry earns ‘green’ certification

Napa’s wineries and vineyards are steadily going green amid efforts to promote environmental best practices within the county’s core industry.

http://napavalleyregister.com/news/local/half-of-napa-s-wine-industry-earns-green-certification/article_34ccc22f-2584-5598-be78-de76728904e6.html

Australian Wine

Everything You Need To Know About Tuscan Wine in 600 Words

Tuscan wines are some of the most popular produced in Italy, and also arguably some of the very best. If you want to find out why they’re so beloved and which ones to try, you need this three-minute guide.

https://www.vivino.com/wine-news/everything-you-need-to-know-about-tuscan-wine-in-600-words

Nissan Makes a Van Capable of Being a Mobile Bar

In Nissan’s case, they ingeniously found a way to showcase the numerous capabilities of their NV200 compact cargo van by embracing two attractions their chosen location of San Diego, California was renowned for – surfing and yes, beer.

https://oct.co/articles/nissan-makes-van-capable-being-mobile-bar

BEER IS MORE EFFECTIVE THAN TYLENOL AT RELIEVING PAIN, SAYS AWESOME NEW STUDY

It’s also way more fun.

http://www.maxim.com/news/beer-pain-relief-2017-5

Boston Beer misjudges spring seasonal approach, sales decline

In its first quarter earnings report for 2017, Boston Beer reported a $27.1 million decrease (14 percent) from the same period last year, mainly due to a decline in shipments of 15 percent. Depletions decreased 14 percent from the comparable 13-week period in 2016.

https://www.craftbrewingbusiness.com/news/boston-beer-misjudges-spring-seasonal-approach-sales-decline/?utm_source=Craft+Brewing+Business+Newsletter&utm_campaign=dbd5fe7930-CBBNews_20170503&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_1e143189ee-dbd5fe7930-80019125

How Does Oak Really Affect Wine?

What makes Chardonnay crisp over creamy? How do tannic reds evolve in barrel? From the effects of French versus American oak, here’s what you need to know.

http://www.winemag.com/2017/05/02/how-does-oak-really-affect-wine/

Does Your Go-To Hangover Cure Actually Work?

Just like your brain after a night of excessive drinking, the science behind hangovers is a little fuzzy

http://www.winespectator.com/webfeature/show/id/Does-Your-Hangover-Cure-Work

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Franklin Wine Club J.Lohr Winery Event

May 6, 2017

J. Lohr Winery Event

An Education And Tasting

Thursday May 4th 2017

Guest Hosts: Erin Foley

Today, J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines includes more than 1,300 acres of cool-climate estate vineyards in the Arroyo Seco and Santa Lucia Highlands regions of Monterey County, with an emphasis on Chardonnay, Riesling, Valdiguié and Pinot Noir, over 2,300 acres in Paso Robles dedicated to Cabernet, Merlot, Syrah, Petite Sirah and other red varieties, and 33 acres in Napa Valley, highlighting Cabernet and Sauvignon Blanc. From this rich and diverse palette of sustainably farmed estate fruit, J. Lohr crafts wines showcasing bold, concentrated flavors and a vibrant sense of place. The winery offers four tiers of award-winning wines – J. Lohr Estates, J. Lohr Vineyard Series, J. Lohr Cuvée Series and J. Lohr Gesture

We will explore the J.Lohr Vineyard series wines. Showcases the finest fruits from vineyards in Paso Robles, Monterey County, and Napa Valley. Very limited in production!

http://www.jlohr.com

About Erin:

Greater Boston Area Manager

Been working for the Lohr family for 3 years but has been selling J Lohr for years at Ruby wines who distributes J Lohr in Massachusetts.

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Starter Wine

2015 Carols Sauvignon Blanc

750ml $18.99

Wine #1

2015 Riverstone Chardonnay

750ml $13.99

Wine #2

2015 Arroyo Vista Chardonnay

750ml $21.99

Wine #3

2015 Wildflower

750ml $9.99

Wine #4

2015 Falcons Perch Pinot Noir

750ml $16.99

Wine #5

2013 Fogs Reach Pinot Noir

750ml $29.99

Wine 6

2014 Hilltop Cabernet Sauvignon

750ml $29.99

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Liquor Industry News/Links 5-9-14

May 9, 2014

Liquor Industry News/Links

5-10-14

By: Mark C Lenzi CSW, CSS, CWAS*

Liquor Industry Week In Review

Four Great California Wine Country Recipes for Mother’s Day

Treat Mom to a Mother’s Day lunch of recipes inspired by California wine country’s fresh, seasonal ingredients

31st ANNUAL  San Diego International Wine Competition

This is one of the largest competitions in the nation with over 1000 entries from 17 countries. Results:

http://www.sdiwc.com/results_sd.html

Coppola Winery

Coppola Winery Is A Sonoma Disneyland For Wine Lovers

http://www.cityweekly.net/utah/article-297-19103-coppola-winery.html

Marsala Vs Vernaccia. The charm of the competition for the first DOC

Every detail historical and cultural heritage is fundamental in marketing strategies. And so break out the “provincialism” claiming primates of all kinds should discern their own wine from all the others

http://www.teatronaturale.com/article/4720.html

Keep the Licenses Flowing

Cambridge MA does well eschewing Mass. liquor regulations

http://www.thecrimson.com/article/2014/5/5/keep-the-licenses-flowing/

How to Build a Beer Book Library

There is a certain comfort and security that comes with a shelf or bedside table piled high with books; a tangible sense of knowledge available for your consumption.

http://drinks.seriouseats.com/2014/05/essential-beer-books-best-books-for-beginners-beer-brewing.html

MA Wineries could hold free tastings if law passes

Massachusetts wineries may soon be able to offer free samples of their products.

http://www.southcoasttoday.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20140502/NEWS/405020329

How To Talk To A Sommelier

An ongoing series addressing real-life questions about wine

http://www.forbes.com/sites/cathyhuyghe/2014/05/02/wine-life-how-to-talk-to-a-sommelier/

Buying Wedding Wines: What to Get and How Much

If you’re looking into buying your own wedding wines, then you’ve already taken the smartest step forward by caring enough to find out more!

http://winefolly.com/tutorial/buying-wedding-wines/

MAPS: Here Are The Countries That Love American Booze

http://www.businessinsider.com/vinepair-wine-beer-export-maps-2014-5#ixzz30w0I2dQp

Dinner Party Wine Calculator

Great website to plug in numbers

http://vinepair.com/dinner-party-calculator/

What type of beer are you?

Take the quiz

http://www.playbuzz.com/9news10/what-type-of-beer-are-you

The sagrantino grape makes a comeback

In the 1960s, the sagrantino grape was disappearing from the hillsides around the town of Montefalco, in Italy’s Umbria region

http://www.mercurynews.com/eat-drink-play/ci_25678279/wine-sagrantino-grape-makes-comeback

Natural wine – it may not be what you expect

The truth is, there is currently no legal definition of what natural wine is.

https://uk.lifestyle.yahoo.com/natural-wine-may-not-expect-120800191.html

11 trends to consider for your wine list

What’s hot on our wine lists right now?

http://www.hospitalitymagazine.com.au/beverage/11-trends-to-consider-for-your-wine-list

Yuengling beer returning to Conn

D.G. Yuengling & Son could be returning to the Nutmeg State as early as this summer.

http://wtnh.com/2014/05/05/yuengling-beer-returning-conn/

Cracking the Tequila Code: The Easy Way to ID the Distillery (and See If They Make Quality Stuff)

Does that fancy tequila taste strangely similar to that cheap one? Check the NOM number and never get cheated again.

http://www.details.com/blogs/daily-details/2014/05/cracking-tequilas-code-how-to-id-the-distillery-and-see-if-they-make-quality-stuff.html

Sam Adams Longshot Release

;Boston Beer’s Samuel Adams brand has released the 2014 edition of its LongShot variety six-pack. The pack, which features the winning entries from the brewer’s 2013 LongShot American Homebrew Contest, features two bottles each of Russ Brunner’s American Stout, Cesar Marron’s Grätzer and Teresa Bury’s Pineapple IPA. The LongShot six-pack is currently available nationwide, priced at $7.99-$9.99 each. Held annually, the LongShot American Homebrew Contest was created by Samuel Adams founder Jim Koch to highlight talented homebrewers from around country

BOURBON BARREL SHORTAGE TO LAST TWO YEARS, DISTILLERS WARN

6th May, 2014 by Becky Paskin

The current shortage of American oak blighting the Bourbon industry will be “short lived”, but is expected to last up to two years, distillers have warned.

http://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2014/05/bourbon-barrel-shortage-to-last-two-years-distillers-warn/?article-source=newsletter&source=180&date=2014-05-06

BEAUTY INDUSTRY LOOKING TO THE WINE WORLD

6th May, 2014 by Lucy Shaw

An increasing number of skincare brands are latching onto the antioxidant properties found in grapes and incorporating them into their beauty products.

http://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2014/05/beauty-industry-looking-to-the-wine-world/?article-source=newsletter&source=869&date=2014-05-06

Rustic Modernism: A New Age for Mexican Spirits

Can a category of spirits defined by an intense bond with tradition innovate without abandoning authenticity? Nils Bernstein explores the developing relationship between history and modernity in Mexican spirits.

http://punchdrink.com/articles/rustic-modernism-a-new-age-for-mexican-spirits/

How to Make Your Own Wine Aroma Kit for $30

Improve your ability to pick out aromas in a glass of wine with the use of an aroma kit.

http://winefolly.com/tutorial/make-wine-aroma-kit-30/?utm_source=Wine+Folly&utm_campaign=3075f522c7-RSS_EMAIL_CAMPAIGN&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_a18d8bdc1b-3075f522c7-62472929&mc_cid=3075f522c7&mc_eid=d73340fcba

Meet VIVA, the label for sustainable wine

Consumers need to be aware of the environmental commitment of the Italian wine sector. From now on this will be ensured by a new label

http://www.rinnovabili.it/en/meet-viva-label-for-sustainable-wine-666/

What is a vineyard-designated wine?

Len Napolitano

More geographically specific than a wine appellation, or even a sub-AVA, is a vineyard of grape origin.

http://www.winecountrythisweek.com/articles/what-vineyard-designated-wine-6?utm_source=wctw+newsletter&utm_campaign=cae39e1b0e-WCTW_Newsletter_1_4_121_3_2012&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_677d5c9c1c-cae39e1b0e-209968790

How to Tell if Your Wine Habit is Healthy

You’ve seen the research showing that moderate wine consumption can benefit health, but how do we find the balance between moderate and over-consumption?

http://www.care2.com/greenliving/wine-and-health-how-to-find-the-balance.html

TWITTER 25: OUR EDITORS CHOOSE THE BEST IN WINE

If you tweet into the Twittersphere, but no one follows, does it make a sound?

https://grapecollective.com/articles/the-25-top-wine-tweeters

Why It’s Okay to Send Back that Bottle of Wine

it is within one’s rights to return a bottle of wine in any circumstance even if there’s nothing (technically) wrong with the wine.

http://www.bonappetit.com/drinks/wine/article/sending-back-wine

Peak Organic Brewing receives Non-GMO Project verification

Peak Organic Brewing Co. announced that it has received a Non-GMO Project verification for its beer.

http://www.craftbrewingbusiness.com/packaging-distribution/peak-organic-brewing-receives-non-gmo-project-verification/

The Surprising History of Making Alcohol a Powdered Substance

A startup is seeking approval to sell alcohol in tiny inconspicuous packets. But the science is decades old

http://www.smithsonianmag.com/innovation/surprising-history-powdered-alcohol-180951278/?no-ist

Understanding France’s Complex Burgundy Wine Region

one of the world’s oldest and most prestigious wine regions: Burgundy, France

http://www.thedailymeal.com/sommelier-certification-understanding-france-s-complex-burgundy-wine-region

America’s taste in beer, in five maps

There is an unmistakable geography to beer preferences in America.

http://www.vox.com/2014/5/7/5687138/americas-taste-in-beer-in-five-maps

The Multisensory Psychology of Wine Tasting

The premise behind the research is simple: How do environmental factors like colour and sound affect your sense of taste?

http://motherboard.vice.com/read/the-multisensory-psychology-of-wine-tasting

New Bota Box

Delicato Family Vineyards (DFV) boxed wine brand Bota Box has officially launched its new Pinot Noir entry, first reported by Shanken News Daily on March 17. Made with fruit sourced from Chile’s Valle Central appellation, Bota Box Pinot Noir is currently available in the brand’s core 3-liter format, priced at $22.99. The new expression brings Bota Box’s portfolio to a total of 11 varietals, six of which are also offered in 500-ml. Tetra Pak formats. An Impact “Hot Brand,” Bota Box was up 14% last year to reach 2.6 million cases, making it DFV’s largest brand.

THEORY OF FIVE BASIC TASTES ‘OUTDATED’

7th May, 2014 by Lucy Shaw

The idea that humans can only detect five basic tastes is “outdated” and needs to be revised, according to an Oxford University professor.

http://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2014/05/theory-of-five-basic-tastes-outdated/

Why does wine taste worse up in the air?

Red wines seem to suffer most, but champagne not so much.

http://www.stuff.co.nz/travel/themes/food/10028354/Why-does-wine-taste-worse-up-in-the-air

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Liquor Industry News/Links 5-3-14

May 3, 2014

Liquor Industry News/Links

5-3-14

By: Mark C Lenzi CSW, CSS, CWAS*

Liquor Industry Week In Review

What To Drink For Cinco De Derby

Like some rare astrological phenomenon, both the Kentucky Derby and Cinco de Mayo are Today!

Five Derby Drinks to Try This Weekend!

Derby season is in full swing, and drinking is always in season here in Louisville, so it’s only natural to combine the two.

http://www.louisville.com/content/five-derby-drinks-try-weekend

Surviving The Great Lime Crisis of 2014

If you haven’t already heard, there is a bit of a lime shortage happening at the moment.

http://chilledmagazine.com/Whats_Chilling_Right_Now-detail/surviving-the-great-lime-crisis-of-2014/

Wine Replaces Tequila in This Lightened-Up Pinot-Grita

For those who have terrible tequila memories from college

http://www.yumsugar.com/Margarita-Made-Wine-34685602

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with these Mouth-Watering Margarita Recipes

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with friends and family by adding these delicious margarita recipes to the party menu!

http://www.longisland.com/articles/04-25-14/2014-cinco-de-mayo-margarita-recipes.html

Mexico is making some great wines … really

Mexico is a great place for growing grapes

http://nypost.com/2014/05/01/mexico-is-making-some-great-wines-really/

Americans buy more Mexican beer on July 4 than Cinco de Mayo

Stay thirsty, my friends.

http://articles.redeyechicago.com/2014-05-01/news/49558492_1_cinco-de-mayo-mexican-beer-guacamole

Don’t Judge Wine by the Pricetag

There are a large number of excellent wineries that are entering lower price points to go after the ever increasing, budget conscious consumer

http://www.examiner.com/article/don-t-judge-wine-by-the-pricetag

Sam Adams Founder Says Spoonful of Yeast Will Keep You Sober

Watch The Video

http://abcnews.go.com/Health/sam-adams-founder-spoonful-yeast-sober-experts-skeptical/story?id=23484174

New Hot Flash Wine Brand

Hot Flash Wine for Hot Flashy women and for living life to the fullest, even during the joys of menopause!

http://hotflashwines.com

ROBERT DE NIRO CO-CREATES NEW VODKA BRAND

Legendary actor and entrepreneur Robert De Niro has co-created a new vodka brand called Vdka 6100.

http://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2014/04/robert-de-niro-fronts-co-creates-new-vodka/

5 crazy ways to open a wine bottle and still drink it

Here are a few creative ways to open that bottle and look like a hero in the process: videos

http://www.foxnews.com/leisure/2014/04/28/5-crazy-ways-to-open-wine-bottle-and-still-drink-it/

Tasting Strategies: Improving Olfactory Memory and Sensitivity

Great Wine Tasting Tips!

http://www.timgaiser.com/1/post/2014/04/tasting-strategies-improving-olfactory-memory-and-sensitivity.html

8 Wine Trends We’re Loving Right Now

These wine trends are telling examples of the wine industry’s innovation and resilience.

http://eatdrinkbetter.com/2014/04/28/8-wine-trends-loving-right-now/

TOP 10 BOOKS FOR WINE LOVERS

From inspiring tales of triumph over adversity among the vines, to French winemakers’ dramatic tales of World War Two – these books are a treasure trove for the wine-loving book worm.

http://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2014/04/top-10-books-for-wine-lovers/

20 Foods Made Better With Beer

Beer is a great ingredient for all kinds of savory and sweet dishes, adding flavor and texture everywhere it goes.

http://www.cosmopolitan.com/food/easy-recipes/beer-recipes

How Fireball Whiskey Became The Most Successful Liquor In Decades

http://www.businessinsider.com/fireball-whiskey-success-story-2014-4#ixzz30HD3O55d

Video teaches all about Absinthe

learn about everything Absinthe

http://youtu.be/JHUlDt2lM_g

15 Booze Terms Everyone Should Be Able to Use When Ordering

Whether you’re a boozehound or a newb, these are the words you should know to sound savvy when you’re mixing or ordering drinks.

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/askmen/15-booze-terms-every-man-_b_5227167.html

New Burnetts Vodka Flavors

Heaven Hill Distilleries’ Burnett’s vodka brand has released a new trio of flavored entries. Rolling out nationwide next month, Burnett’s Ruby Red Grapefruit, Mango Pineapple and Red Berry will be available in 1.75-liter, 1-liter, 750-ml. and 50-ml. formats, priced at around $10.99 a 750-ml. The three additions bring the Burnett’s flavored vodka range to a total of 37 entries. An Impact “Hot Brand,” Burnett’s vodka was up 15% last year, to roughly 2.3 million cases.

TOP 10 MOST PIONEERING US CRAFT DISTILLERIES

The craft distilling movement is bigger and better than ever before, but these are 10 of the most pioneering distilleries identified by the American Craft Distillers Association (ACDA).

http://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2014/04/top-10-most-pioneering-us-craft-distilleries/

Alcohol breath test plugs into smartphone

Device plugs into phone, drinker breathes into sensor

http://www.news4jax.com/news/alcohol-breath-test-plugs-into-smartphone/25698868

Is everything we know about wine wrong?

Every year, judges give out medals to the world’s best wines. But an undercover investigator is questioning their taste buds and asking if ‘connoisseurs’ even exist

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/culture/tvandradio/10783463/Is-everything-we-know-about-wine-wrong.html

The Reality About Carbs in Wine

Wine Folly Blog on carbs in Alcohol

http://winefolly.com/update/carbs-in-wine/?utm_source=Wine+Folly&utm_campaign=4c6474eab4-RSS_EMAIL_CAMPAIGN&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_a18d8bdc1b-4c6474eab4-62472929&mc_cid=4c6474eab4&mc_eid=d73340fcba

Chardonnay better than red wine in slowing weight gain and lowering cholesterol

Quini Launches Wine Tasting School Program

Interesting new wine app

https://quiniwine.com

Get Ready Beer Fans, The Beer Brewing Kitchen Appliance Is On Its Way

A small Seattle based startup by the name of Picobrew, is about to ship its beer brewing appliance

http://www.forbes.com/sites/michaelwolf/2014/04/27/get-ready-beer-fans-the-beer-brewing-kitchen-appliance-is-on-its-way/

A FILM ABOUT THE BEST WINE SALESPERSON IN YAKIMA VALLEY

Watch the movie trailer

http://www.cementsuitcase.com

TWO SOMMELIERS TO RANK FRANZIA’S CLASSY BOXED WINES

Everyone recalls the intimate joy of ripping open that cardboard box and fumbling around for the plastic spout like some kind of strange foreplay, before pouring it

http://www.thrillist.com/drink/nation/sommeliers-drink-franzia-the-world-s-most-popular-wine-boxed-wine

New Angry Orchard

Boston Beer’s Angry Orchard has launched The Muse, the latest entry in its specialty Cider House Collection. Inspired by slightly sweet Champagnes and sparkling wines, The Muse is made with a blend of apples from the Alto Adige region of Italy, as well as Normandy and Bretagne, France, and then aged on French oak staves. The 7.7%-abv offering will be available year-round in 750-ml. corked-caged bottles, priced at around $14.99-$17.99 each. The Muse joins Iceman and Strawman in Angry Orchard’s existing Cider House Collection.

TOP 10 HANGOVER CURES

http://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2012/07/top-10-hangover-cures/?article-source=newsletter&source=792&date=2014-01-31

ARE GLUTEN-FREE VODKAS MARKETING GIMMICKS?

1st May, 2014 by Amy Hopkins

Spirits brands are using gluten-free labelling to gain advantage over the competition, despite the widely held belief that all spirits are devoid of gluten.

http://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2014/05/are-gluten-free-vodkas-marketing-gimmicks/

Does drinking beer actually give you a beer belly?

In regards to getting a “beer belly,” there is little scientific evidence to support site-specific weight gain due to beer consumption

http://www.firstcoastnews.com/story/news/health/2014/05/01/drinking-beer-give-beer-belly/8556145/

The rise of ‘vegetarian’ wine

Vegans, as well as those with allergies, will welcome a new generation of wines made without the use of egg whites

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/foodanddrink/wine/10801226/The-rise-of-vegetarian-wine.html

MA House OKs direct wine shipments

It still needs approval from the state Senate.

http://bostonherald.com/business/business_markets/2014/05/house_oks_direct_wine_shipments

COPPOLA LAUNCHES LOWER ALCOHOL WINE

1st May, 2014 by Patrick Schmitt

Francis Ford Coppola has launched a lower alcohol wine range called Gia after his granddaughter, Gia Coppola, who was instrumental in crafting the look and taste of the new wines.

http://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2014/05/coppola-launches-lower-alcohol-wine/

Petaluma Gap seeks its own wine appellation

With its sweeping winds and mineral rich soil, Petaluma stands apart from other wine regions in Sonoma County

http://www.petaluma360.com/article/20140501/COMMUNITY/140509967/1428/community?Title=Petaluma-Gap-seeks-its-own-wine-appellation-

Wines in US Not Required to List Animal Byproducts

Winemakers and merchants overseas are increasing transparency on labels in an effort to help vegetarians and those with severe allergies find wines made without animal byproducts

http://a.abcnews.com/Lifestyle/animal-byproducts-wine-rise-vegetarian-wines-overseas/story?id=23562439

5 Wisconsin Wine Regions

tasting your way through the state

http://volumeone.org/articles/2014/05/02/7212_5_wisconsin_wine_regions

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