Franklin Liquors-The Wonderful World of Wine

http://www.medwayschools.org/sites/medwayps/files/file/file/winter_17_final_brochure_11-28.pdf

By: Mark C Lenzi

CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, IWS*

Holiday Gift Idea

The Gift Of A Wine Tasting/Education

Medway Community Education Winter Programs

WINE TASTING 101

Thursday January 26^th 7-9pm

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.

Participants must be 21 years of age

Cost $20

Exploring French Wines

Thursday February 9^th 7-9pm

Lets take a trip to France in this education and tasting class.

We will cover French wine growing regions and what wines to look for.

French wine laws and labels will be examined.

What is difference between Champagne and a Cremant?

What are the grapes in Burgundy?

What is the one red grape grown in Alsace?

What are French Dessert wines?

After this class you will have all the tips needed to start buying and enjoying the wines of France!

Participants must be 21 years of age

Cost $20

http://www.medwayschools.org/sites/medwayps/files/file/file/winter_17_final_brochure_11-28.pdf

Our Other Tasting Classes/Ideas

Our Complete Schedule And Class Options

http://www.franklinliquors.com/education.html

French Wine Scholar (FWS) Program

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.

Date: 9 Tuesdays: February 28 – November May 30; Review May 16; Exam date: May 30, 2017

Time: 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM

Location: Franklin Liquors, 363 E. Central Street, Franklin MA

Tuition: $999

http://www.tri-county.tc/wine-scholar-program

Watch For Our Holiday Gift Guide Newsletter!

Franklin Wine Club Holiday Event

December 5th 2016 At Davio’s

Read All About It:

https://thewonderfulworldofwine.education/2016/12/06/franklin-wine-club-holiday-party-2016-at-davios-foxborough/

GO PATS!

Take Care

Franklin Liquors

Mike & Mark

Liquor Industry Week In Review

This Weeks Highlights:

Five interesting facts about Prohibition’s end in 1933

Should We Really Blame Weed Legalization for Declining Beer Sales?

Big Wine Brands vs. Independent Wineries

Everything You Need to Know About Vegan Wine

AND MORE!

Franklin Liquors New Daily Newspaper

The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW)

Our Daily Wine Newspaper

http://www.denverpost.com/2016/12/02/von-miller-wine-gift-afc-west-thank-you/

Von Miller gives every player in AFC West custom bottle of wine, thank you note

Miller gave players a custom wine, blended by a Boulder native

The D-Vine machine is like a Keurig dispenser for wine at home

A new machine aims to do for wine what Nespresso and Keurig have done for coffee at home.

http://mashable.com/2016/12/02/d-vine-wine-machine-nespresso-dispenser/#HpvVyfkqGaqo

The European countries that drink the most beer

According to data from the Brewers of Europe, compiled into the below map by Statista, it’s those in the east and the centre of the continent who love beer the most.

https://indy100.com/article/beer-consumption-europe-map-7452461

The Eater Boston Guide to Eataly Boston

How to eat your way through Back Bay’s giant Italian food emporium

http://boston.eater.com/2016/11/29/13744404/eataly-boston-guide#0

Mapping Eataly Boston

An insiders’ guide to navigating Mario Batali’s new pizza-and-pasta emporium in the Prudential Center.

http://www.bostonmagazine.com/restaurants/article/2016/11/29/eataly-boston-map/?platform=hootsuite

The Gifts Of Wine: A Guidebook To December

If you’re reading this column, then I suspect that wine likely falls somewhere along the trajectory of gifts you’d like to give or (let’s be honest) receive.

http://www.forbes.com/sites/cathyhuyghe/2016/12/01/the-gifts-of-wine-a-guidebook-to-december/#33f0a19c70bf

Ten Truths About Cabernet Franc

To familiarize yourself with Cabernet Franc, here are ten fabulous facts:

http://napavalleywineacademy.com/25224-2/

Everything You Need to Know About Vegan Wine

Because there might be animal byproducts in your rosé

http://www.eater.com/wine/2016/12/1/13787000/vegan-wine

TTB Proposes New Grape Variety Names

Twenty-one grape varieties in 10 states east of the Rockies included for review

http://www.winesandvines.com/template.cfm?section=news&content=177345

TOP 10 DRINKS-RELATED GIFTS FOR CHRISTMAS

Christmas is fast approaching, and with that comes the obligatory panic buying of presents. Get some inspiration for the drinks lover in your life with our round-up of boozy gifts.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2016/12/top-10-drinks-related-gifts-for-christmas/

JAPAN’S WHITE WINE PRODUCTION OUTNUMBERS REDS

Japan made more white wines using domestically grown Koshu grape than reds in the fiscal year 2015, according to a survey conducted by the National Tax Agency.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2016/12/japans-white-wine-production-outnumbers-reds/

How to prevent a wine headache

Wondering why you always get a headache the morning after drinking wine? Many people think that sulfites are the culprit behind wine headaches, but other chemicals are likely to blame.

http://www.foxnews.com/health/2016/12/01/how-to-prevent-wine-headache.html

American Sparkling Wine Is Set To Pop This Holiday Season

According to the Wine Institute, sparkling wine and Champagne sales in the United States in 2015 reached 21.7 million 9-liter cases, up from 19.7 million in 2014, 18.4 million in 2013, and 17.6 million in 2012. The trend lines are clear: Americans are consuming an increasing amount of bubbly.

http://www.forbes.com/sites/brianfreedman/2016/11/30/american-sparkling-wine-is-set-to-pop-this-holiday-season/#534a06c41f3f

Black wine is back. Here are 5 bottles to try

Relax: There’s no squid ink or cuttlefish in play. “Black wine” is actually red wine — a very dark malbec.

http://www.chicagotribune.com/dining/drink/wine/sc-cahors-wine-food-1202-20161130-column.html

There is a huge health benefit to drinking Prosecco

Drinking prosecco and champagne daily could be great for the body as it causes improvements in the way blood vessels function.

https://www.her.ie/health/there-is-a-huge-health-benefit-to-drinking-prosecco/322455

BRUNELLO HAMPERED BY LACK OF UNDERSTANDING

As other Italian fine wines make gains in the secondary market, Brunello di Montalcino is held back by a lack of understanding thinks Tancredi Biondi-Santi.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2016/12/brunello-hampered-by-lack-of-understanding/

Vin Santo: the holiest of wine

We thank the monks for this sweet dessert wine

IN STOCK

http://www.theflorentine.net/food-wine/2016/12/vin-santo-holiest-wine/

Smirnoff Introduces New Spiked Sparkling Seltzer

SMIRNOFF™ Spiked Sparkling Seltzer premium malt beverage is the newest addition to the hard seltzer category — but with fewer calories than the leading hard seltzer brands** currently on the market.

https://www.brewbound.com/news/smirnoff-introduces-new-spiked-sparkling-seltzer?utm_source=Daily+Brew&utm_campaign=26e9138a53-The+Daily+Brew%3A+December+1%2C+2016&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_935b7e0b70-26e9138a53-36686829

10 Christmas tree beers

Beers brewed with fir, spruce and pine primarily appear around the holidays, when fresh Christmas tree scents are especially abundant, but their flavors, you could say, are evergreen.

http://draftmag.com/trending-10-christmas-tree-beers/?utm_source=Daily+Brew&utm_campaign=26e9138a53-The+Daily+Brew%3A+December+1%2C+2016&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_935b7e0b70-26e9138a53-36686829

Big Wine Brands vs. Independent Wineries

Did you know that much of the wine we see at supermarket chains actually stem from just a handful of major brands?

http://winefolly.com/tutorial/wine-brands-vs-independent-producers/?utm_source=Wine+Folly&utm_campaign=c136a62f84-RSS_EMAIL_CAMPAIGN&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_a18d8bdc1b-c136a62f84-62472929&mc_cid=c136a62f84&mc_eid=d73340fcba

CUBA BANS ALCOHOL DURING CASTRO MOURNING

The Cuban government has banned the sale of alcohol as it continues a period of national mourning following the death of former leader Fidel Castro on 25 November.

http://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2016/12/cuba-bans-alcohol-during-castro-mourning/

Should We Really Blame Weed Legalization for Declining Beer Sales?

Beer sales are declining, and at least one analyst is blaming legal weed for that, too.

https://munchies.vice.com/en/articles/should-we-really-blame-weed-legalization-for-declining-beer-sales

Shannon Ridge Family of Wines Launches New Label Design for Flagship Brand

In collaboration with renowned Auston Design Group and acclaimed California artist Mike Gray, Shannon Ridge has finalized new packaging for their High Elevation Collection wine.

http://wineindustryadvisor.com/2016/12/05/shannon-ridge-new-label-design-flagship-brand

The Guide to Ridiculously Large Bottles of Wine, from Magnums to Nebuchadnezzar

Large-format wines have a lower percentage of air to wine than standard bottles, decreasing the risk of flaws.

http://www.bonappetit.com/story/ridiculously-large-format-wine-bottles

10 countries with the most expensive wine on the planet

10 most expensive countries to buy vino in 2016.

http://www.businessinsider.com/countries-with-the-most-expensive-wine-on-the-planet-2016-12

Five interesting facts about Prohibition’s end in 1933

On December 5, 1933, three states voted to repeal Prohibition, putting the ratification of the 21st Amendment into place. But did Prohibition really end on that fateful day?

https://www.yahoo.com/movies/five-interesting-facts-prohibition-end-1933-103607281.html?utm_source=Daily+Brew&utm_campaign=5fcd280e73-The+Daily+Brew%3A+December+5%2C+2016&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_935b7e0b70-5fcd280e73-36686829

MA Short Path Distillery News

Everett, Massachusetts-based Short Path Distillery has released Winter Gin, its second seasonal offering. An American-dry style gin with organic rosemary, angelica root and juniper among its botanical ingredients, the new product is the second in Short Path’s series of four seasonal gins all made in a traditional copper gin still. Winter Gin is available off-premise in 375-ml. ($17) and 750-ml. ($29) bottles in Eastern Massachusetts as well as in limited on-premise locations. Short Path’s year-round portfolio includes gin, rum, gold rum and triple sec offerings.

BREWERY ERECTS GIANT BEER KEG CHRISTMAS TREE

New York State’s oldest brewery has continued a now annual tradition of building a 26 foot Christmas tree out of beer kegs and illuminating it with 2,000 feet of lights.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2016/12/brewery-erects-26-foot-beer-keg-christmas-tree/

How To Etch Wine Glasses

If you’ve never etched glass with real etch cream, don’t worry. This cool DIY project is easier than you think!

http://www.kenarry.com/how-to-etch-wine-glasses/

This Lipstick Looks Like a Mini Bottle of Wine

For the wino in you.

http://www.cosmopolitan.com/style-beauty/beauty/a8467912/wine-bottle-lipstick/

Budweiser ‘smart’ beer fridge encourages drinking on the job

The new ‘Bud-E Fridge’ IoT smart refrigerator automatically orders more beer for you and your coworkers when supplies get low, and it’s available for a limited time for free, if you’re located in Chicago, New York or Los Angeles.

http://www.cio.com/article/3147672/internet-of-things/budweiser-smart-beer-fridge-encourages-drinking-on-the-job.html

EBT America: MA Welfare Cash Accessed at Liquor Stores

Massachusetts’s welfare recipients are accessing their benefits at liquor stores across New England, according to public records provided to the Howie Carr Show by the Mass. Department of Transitional Assistance.

https://howiecarrshow.com/ebt-america-ma-welfare-cash-accessed-at-liquor-stores/

Your Prosecco Habit Might Be Giving Italians Cancer

Producers in Italy are searching for ways to grow grapes faster, and the Daily Mail reports that many have turned to potentially dangerous pesticides.

http://www.grubstreet.com/2016/12/prosecco-pesticides-health-risk.html

Guide to German White Wine

Germany take its white wines very seriously. We know this because white wines make up over 65% of the country’s vineyards.

http://winefolly.com/review/guide-to-german-white-wine/

Craft Beer 2016 In Review

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Wine Buying Tips Using Label Information

Tuesday January 10^{th 7pm}

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!

Cost $25

https://reg.abcsignup.com/reg/event_page.aspx?ek=0079-0003-65ca2977f4f84f6689f0e8e72dcc826e

Exploring Italian Wines

Tuesday January 17^th 7pm

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!

Cost $25

https://reg.abcsignup.com/reg/event_page.aspx?ek=0079-0003-b8f3b8004a574490909dde98efecf66a

Medway Community Education Winter Programs

WINE TASTING 101

Thursday January 26^th 7-9pm

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.

Participants must be 21 years of age

Cost $20

http://www.medwayschools.org/sites/medwayps/files/file/file/winter_17_final_brochure_11-28.pdf

Exploring French Wines

Thursday February 9^th 7-9pm

Lets take a trip to France in this education and tasting class.

We will cover French wine growing regions and what wines to look for.

French wine laws and labels will be examined.

What is difference between Champagne and a Cremant?

What are the grapes in Burgundy?

What is the one red grape grown in Alsace?

What are French Dessert wines?

After this class you will have all the tips needed to start buying and enjoying the wines of France!

Participants must be 21 years of age

Cost $20

http://www.medwayschools.org/sites/medwayps/files/file/file/winter_17_final_brochure_11-28.pdf

Tri-County Adult Education

2017 French Wine Scholar Program

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

Date: 9 Tuesdays: February 28 – November May 30; Review May 16; Exam date: May 30, 2017

Time: 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM

Location: Franklin Liquors, 363 E. Central Street, Franklin MA

Tuition: $999

http://www.tri-county.tc/wine-scholar-program

Feb 16^th

Oscars Truffle and Wine Tasting

Explore the world of truffles and a minimum of 6 fabulous wine pairings. The Sugar Shoppe’s Courtney Nappa and Franklin Liquor’s Mark Lenzi and show you the way for this educational sit-down tasting.

March 9^th French wines

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French Wine Scholar FWS-(Instructor) Wine Scholar Guild

Quini Certified Educator- QCE (First In USA)

Italian Wine Specialist-IWS-North American Sommelier Association

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Franklin Wine Club Holiday Party 2016 At Davio’s Foxborough

December 6, 2016

Franklin Wine Club Holiday Party At Davio’s

Monday December 5th 2016

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Liquor Industry News/Links 12-03-16

December 3, 2016

Liquor Industry News/Links

12-03-16

https://reg.abcsignup.com/reg/event_page.aspx?ek=0079-0003-65ca2977f4f84f6689f0e8e72dcc826e

By: Mark C Lenzi

CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, IWS*

2017 Winter Wine Education

Franklin Public Schools Lifelong Learning Institute

The Center for Adult Education & Community Learning

Wine Buying Tips Using Label Information

Tuesday January 10^{th 7pm}

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!

Cost $25

Exploring Italian Wines

Tuesday January 17^th 7pm

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!

Cost $25

https://reg.abcsignup.com/reg/event_page.aspx?ek=0079-0003-b8f3b8004a574490909dde98efecf66a

GO PATS!

Take Care

Franklin Liquors

Mike & Mark

Liquor Industry Week In Review

This Weeks Highlights:

The difference between Port and Port-styled wines

The Wine Tasting Method (Video)

THE MOST ICONIC BEER FROM EVERY STATE

AND MORE!

Franklin Liquors New Daily Newspaper

The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW)

Our Daily Wine Newspaper

http://www.upi.com/Odd_News/2016/11/25/Belgium-seeks-UNESCO-recognition-for-its-beer-drinking/8551480102347/

Belgium seeks UNESCO recognition for its beer drinking

In Belgium, beer drinking is serious business — and could soon be a recognized part of the European nation’s cultural contributions to the world.

What’s better than a bottle of wine? How about a case of it, in one bottle?

Precept Wine is betting that wine drinkers will go for its large-format, oversized bottles. The bottles come in 1.5-liter and 3-liter versions, plus a Salmanazar, which holds 9 liters.

http://www.seattletimes.com/pacific-nw-magazine/whats-better-than-a-bottle-of-wine-how-about-a-case-of-it-in-one-bottle/

Here’s what wine you should be drinking, according to how you take your coffee

The way you drink your coffee can say a lot about your preference for fragrance, aroma, body, and acidity.

http://www.businessinsider.com/wine-recommendations-based-on-coffee-2016-11

Raise a Glass to These 5-Step Wine Cake Pops!

Which do you prefer — red or white? Share a glass of wine (in cake pop form) with guests of all ages this holiday season!

https://www.craftsy.com/blog/2016/11/wine-cake-pops/

Wine Tips And Secrets For Enjoying This Tasty Beverage

“You need to be friends with your local wine store. It is important to know the difference in shops.”

http://health-womens.com/wine-tips-and-secrets-for-enjoying-this-tasty-beverage-2/

TOP 10 DIFFICULT WINE NAMES

Check out the top 10 list

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2016/11/top-10-difficult-wine-names/

NEW ZEALAND WINERIES COUNT COST OF EARTHQUAKE

The recent earthquake in New Zealand led to the loss of around 2% of Marlborough’s total wine production, however a record 2016 harvest means this will not impact supply, or the 2017 vintage, says New Zealand Winegrowers.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2016/11/new-zealand-wineries-count-cost-of-earthquake/

HAIL STORM WREAKS HAVOC IN SOUTH AUSTRALIA

The local industry wine body Riverland Wine is offering support to wine growers in South Australia’s Riverland after a devastating hail storm wreaked havoc throughout the region, “shredding” the vines of many producers.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2016/11/hail-storm-wreaks-havoc-on-riverland-vines/

Turning Narrow-Minded Wine Lovers On to Something New

Sure, the wine world can be intimidating. But drinking the same bottle year in, year out is no answer. Lettie Teague shares strategies to help get drinkers out of their wine ruts

http://www.wsj.com/articles/turning-narrow-minded-wine-lovers-on-to-something-new-1479933707

On a Pilgrimage to Parras, Mexico’s Underrated Wine Region

Just two hours from the cosmopolitan city of Monterrey is the Parras Valley; this verdant stretch of northeastern Mexico is home to the oldest winery in the Americas (Casa Madero, open in 1597) and a vibrant if underrated scene with 14 wineries—some old, some new, most still family run, but all very ambitious with their plans for this region

http://www.cntraveler.com/story/on-a-pilgrimage-to-parras-mexicos-underrated-wine-region

These Men Are Harvesting Wine From Namibia’s Palm Trees

To obtain the sap, the men first pierce a well-aged male palm trunk with stakes, then use the stakes to scale the tree, which can tower up to 100 feet.

http://time.com/4566187/namibia-palm-tree-wine/

Can You Solve The Diluted Wine Puzzle? Famous 16th Century Math Problem

How many cups of wine were originally in the barrel?

http://mindyourdecisions.com/blog/2016/11/27/can-you-solve-the-diluted-wine-puzzle-famous-16th-century-math-problem/

The Wine Tasting Method (Video)

The wine tasting method is a simple process that will help you identify specific features in wine while tasting it.

http://winefolly.com/review/the-wine-tasting-method-video/

5 DELICIOUS BOOZE-FILLED CAKES FOR YOUR HOLIDAY SEASON CRAVINGS

Why enjoy just a drink when you can enjoy your favorite alcohol in a delicious dessert?

http://www.drinkmemag.com/5-delicious-booze-filled-cakes-for-your-holiday-season-cravings/?utm_source=Drink+Me+Magazine+Newsletter&utm_campaign=996a6d4cac-Drink+Me+Newsletter+-+Tuesday+29th+November&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_8b636854cb-996a6d4cac-%5BLIST_EMAIL_ID%5D&ct=t%28Drink+Me+Newsletter+-+Tuesday+29th+November%29&mc_cid=996a6d4cac&mc_eid=%5BUNIQID%5D

THE TRUTH ABOUT PETIT CHABLIS

The Chablis vineyards surround the quiet stone walled town of Chablis in central France and are part of Burgundy

http://www.snooth.com/articles/the-truth-about-petit-chablis/

Restaurant Cuisine Types With Best Growth

Budweiser Kicks Off Holidays With Redesigned Packaging

To celebrate the 140th holiday season of Budweiser, the brand has launched newly designed, limited-edition holiday packaging.

http://www.ballerstatus.com/2016/11/23/budweiser-kicks-off-holidays-redesigned-packaging/?utm_source=Daily+Brew&utm_campaign=b13fb2b9db-The+Daily+Brew%3A+November+28%2C+2016&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_935b7e0b70-b13fb2b9db-36686829

U.S. – Top Five Canadian Whisky Brand

New bottle design for Sandeman Port

The new glass bottle is embossed and features a detailed label, adorned with the Sandeman cloaked figure, ‘The Don’, which was originally designed in 1928. A wax seal references its award-winning status.

http://www.thedrinksreport.com/news/2016/16887-new-bottle-design-for-sandeman-port.html

THE MOST ICONIC BEER FROM EVERY STATE

We set out to identify the most iconic beer brewed in each of the 50 states

https://www.thrillist.com/drink/nation/most-famous-beers-every-state

The Secret History of Ruinart’s Storied Champagne Caves in Reims

Thomas Jefferson is said to have ordered a case of Ruinart

http://www.cntraveler.com/story/the-secret-history-of-ruinarts-storied-champagne-caves-in-reims

TOP 25 BEERS OF 2016

Sure, numeric scores and pricing play important roles, but of similar consideration is the representation of various brands, styles, countries, production sizes and overall product availability.

http://www.winemag.com/toplists/top25beers2016/?utm_source=Wine%20Enthusiast.com&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=1603140_WEM%20Top%2025%20Beers%202016&utm_content=25beersBUT&dm_i=219S,YCZO,373VDG,2O3IV,1

Why are there crystals in my wine?

Don’t panic, you’re probably not about to die from eating broken glass; those little shards in your wine are more likely to be tartrate crystals.

http://www.decanter.com/learn/advice/tartrate-crystals-in-wine-346248/

Sutter Home sues Shmaltz Brewing over ‘Menage a Trois’ trademark

Accusing the brewery of infringing its “Menage a Trois” trademark by selling a 12-pack of its beers with the “MANNAge a Trois” name.

https://www.yahoo.com/news/sutter-home-sues-shmaltz-brewing-over-menage-trois-174102091–sector.html

New 19 Crimes

Treasury Wine Estates is adding two new wines to its fast-growing 19 Crimes brand from Australia. Newcomers include The Banished Dark Red ($12), a blend of Shiraz with touches of Cabernet Sauvignon and Grenache; and The Warden ($25), also a Shiraz-based blend. Both are sourced from South Eastern Australia. 19 Crimes, which launched in 2013, crested a quarter-million cases in the U.S. last year, according to Impact Databank, earning “Hot Brand” honors.

MOMMA, DON’T LET YOUR BABIES GROW UP TO BE WINE REPS

Interesting look and tips for wine sales positions

https://grapecollective.com/articles/momma-dont-let-your-babies-grow-up-to-be-wine-reps

The difference between Port and Port-styled wines

And although many domestic wineries make a Port-styled wine, that name can no longer be used on a wine label, even in describing the wine.

http://www.pressdemocrat.com/lifestyle/6367641-181/on-wine-the-difference-between

Britain could be a major WINE producer and exporter by 2100 – because of climate change

Areas like Peckham and Milton Keynes could be ideal for producing wine despite their unglamorous reputations

https://www.thesun.co.uk/news/2301355/britain-could-be-a-major-wine-producer-and-exporter-by-2100-because-of-climate-change/

The $845 Wine Book That Dealers Can’t Keep in Stock

Assouline’s Impossible Collection of Wine details last century’s most incredible vintages.

https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2016-11-30/assouline-impossible-collection-of-wine-review

Wine for Everyone!

According to data released earlier this year, millennials drank 42 percent of all wine last year, outpacing baby boomers and Gen Xers.

http://www.portlandmercury.com/wine-for-everyone/2016/11/30/18720516/wine-for-everyone

Musical Wine Glasses

This might come handy as a nice gift idea for your audiophile/musical friends or simply to treat yourself.

http://www.monoandstereo.com/2016/11/musical-wine-glasses.html

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Wine Buying Tips Using Label Information

Tuesday January 10^{th 7pm}

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!

Cost $25

https://reg.abcsignup.com/reg/event_page.aspx?ek=0079-0003-65ca2977f4f84f6689f0e8e72dcc826e

Exploring Italian Wines

Tuesday January 17^th 7pm

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!

Cost $25

https://reg.abcsignup.com/reg/event_page.aspx?ek=0079-0003-b8f3b8004a574490909dde98efecf66a

Medway Community Education

WINE TASTING 101

Thursday January 26^th 7-9pm

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.

Participants must be 21 years of age

Exploring French Wines

Thursday February 9^th 7-9pm

Lets take a trip to France in this education and tasting class.

We will cover French wine growing regions and what wines to look for.

French wine laws and labels will be examined.

What is difference between Champagne and a Cremant?

What are the grapes in Burgundy?

What is the one red grape grown in Alsace?

What are French Dessert wines?

After this class you will have all the tips needed to start buying and enjoying the wines of France!

Participants must be 21 years of age

Tri-County Adult Education

2017 French Wine Scholar Program

Feb 28-May 2nd Tuesdays

Review+ Test

Feb 28, and run every Tuesday until May 2 with no class during April break on 4/18. Review 5/16, Exam 5/30.

Feb 16^th

Oscars Truffle and Wine Tasting

March 9^th French wines

Wine And Chocolate Events

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Your Chocolate And Wine Events

Food And Wine Events

Our Partner

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Liquor Industry News/Links 11-26-16

November 26, 2016

Liquor Industry News/Links

11-26-16

By: Mark C Lenzi

CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, IWS*

#ShopSmall And #ShopFranklin

Take Care

Franklin Liquors

Mike & Mark

Liquor Industry Week In Review

This Weeks Highlights:

History behind the rare and frivolous Beaujolais Nouveau

Tasting notes decoded

The Misunderstood Art of Wine Sniffing

AND MORE!

Franklin Liquors New Daily Newspaper

The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW)

Our Daily Wine Newspaper

http://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/christmas/food-drink/surprising-beer-food-pairings-a7423501.html

5 surprising beer and food pairings

Time to branch out from beer and crisps

Wine lovers: Don’t ignore Virginia

Today, roughly 410 years after the first settlers arrived in Jamestown, the state has a thriving commercial wine industry. The fact is, only four states are home to more wineries than Virginia: California, Washington, Oregon and New York.

http://www.chicagotribune.com/dining/drink/sc-virginia-wine-food-1125-20161118-column.html

Avoiding the additives lurking in your wine bottle

If you think all wine is simply fermented grape juice bottled, you’re wrong. Wine can contain all sorts of additives including high-fructose corn syrup, granulated white sugar, gum arabic, potassium sorbate and more.

https://www.thestar.com/life/food_wine/2016/11/18/avoiding-the-additives-lurking-in-your-wine-bottle-sipped.html

In Cognac Country, Pineau Is Not Pinot

In western France, where Ugni Blanc and other grapes are used to produce Cognac, locals frequently mention ‘PEE-no.’ They are not referring to ‘Pinot,’ but ‘Pineau,’ a regionally favored blend of Cognac eau-de-vie with fresh grape juice (usually non-alcoholic), typically in a 1 to 3 ratio. Like wine, you can select red, rosé or white Pineau and choose whether or not you want it aged in oak.

http://www.forbes.com/sites/tmullen/2016/11/17/in-cognac-country-pineau-is-not-pinot/#1b4296e618cd

MA Wholesaler Settlement

The Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB) has accepted a $750,000 settlement from Massachusetts wholesaler Craft Beer Guild, LLC, a subsidiary of the Sheehan Family Companies, for trade practice violations laid out in the Federal Alcohol Administration Act (FAA). Craft Beer Guild allegedly paid illegal “slotting fees” to retailers for favorable product placement and shelf space. The payment marks the largest compromise the TTB has recovered from a sole industry player for such violations.

The Perception of Wine As a Healthy Beverage: A Study of US Demographics

While we’ve certainly seen stories of wine’s purported health benefits on a somewhat regular basis over the last few decades, the idea of wine as being good for you can be traced all the way back to ancient Greece and Rome.

http://www.academicwino.com/2016/11/perception-wine-healthy.html/

Premiumization, crappy wine, and what we drink

Producers made conscious decisions to change the way the wine was made that had nothing to do with winemaking and everything to do with the marketplace

https://www.winecurmudgeon.com/premiumization-crappy-wine-what-we-drink/

Coke has launched a ‘selfie bottle’ that takes a snap while you sip

Coca-Cola has set its sights on winning over social media users after unveiling a custom built ‘selfie bottle’ which will take your pic whilst glugging down the fizzy drink.

http://www.businessinsider.com/coca-cola-launches-selfie-bottle-2016-11

10 Varieties from the Birthplace of Wine

The Caucasus region encompasses the countries of Armenia; Azerbaijan; Georgia; and parts of Iran, Russia, and Turkey. This region is considered to be the birthplace of wine.

http://winefolly.com/update/10-wine-varieties-birthplace-wine/

Large-scale vs. small-production winemaking: Is there a difference?

High-volume wines are generally made in huge tanks, with wood chips, staves or even powder added to provide the oak flavor. Producers can inject tiny amounts of oxygen over a couple months to mimic a couple years of barrel aging. http://www.sanluisobispo.com/news/business/article115296008.html#storylink=cpy

Wine Tax By State

3 Wines that will Change the way You Think About Wine

A few remarkable wines with highly unique aromas. These are wines that are excellent for people who want to strengthen their aromatic repertoire.

http://winefolly.com/tutorial/3-wines-that-will-change-the-way-you-think-about/?utm_source=Wine+Folly&utm_campaign=fac1c0d330-RSS_EMAIL_CAMPAIGN&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_a18d8bdc1b-fac1c0d330-62472929&mc_cid=fac1c0d330&mc_eid=d73340fcba

LABATT CUTS BEER FOR LIFE PERK

Canadian brewery Labatt has decided to scrap one of its most attractive retirement perks – free beer for life.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2016/11/labatt-cuts-beer-for-life-perk/

TAIWAN’S REPEAT DUI OFFENDERS GET ‘CORPSE CLEANING’ AS PUNISHMENT

Repeat DUI offenders in Taiwan will get an unorthodox punishment by working in the morgue to help clean up corpses as part of their community service, the city’s latest move to curb its increasing and often deadly DUI cases, reports Taiwan’s United Daily News.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2016/11/taiwans-repeat-dui-offenders-get-corpse-cleaning-as-punishment/

Cool Gift Ideas For Wine Lovers

This year’s holiday gift guide features an idea for every budget with gifts that range in price from $17.99 to $1,499.

http://www.forbes.com/sites/katiebell/2016/11/21/cool-gift-ideas-for-wine-lovers/#67d767235d75

6 Delicious Things to Do With Leftover Wine, Just in Case You Don’t Pound the Whole Bottle

Save a few drops: Trust us, it’s worth it.

http://www.bravotv.com/blogs/leftover-wine-recipes-brownies-truffles-granita-poached-eggs-jelly

New Harpoon

Boston-based Harpoon Brewery is introducing its popular Hoppy Adventure Double IPA in four-packs of 16-ounce cans. Hoppy Adventure (7.8% abv) was previously available only on draft. Harpoon recently entered the Wisconsin and Minnesota markets, bringing its distribution footprint to 27 states. The company ranks as the 19th-largest U.S. craft brewer, according to the Brewers Association.

IN STOCK

Make a Baby, Get a Free Trip to Italy—Here’s How

One Italian town is getting creative with its tourist initiatives.

http://www.travelandleisure.com/trip-ideas/romantic-getaways/free-trip-italy

DIAGEO TO CLOSE USVI RUM AGEING SITES

Diageo has confirmed that it will move all maturation and warehousing for its Captain Morgan rum brand from the US Virgin Islands to Maryland in the US by the end of next year.

http://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2016/11/diageo-to-close-usvi-rum-ageing-sites/

THE DOLOMITE STUFF: TRENTODOC WINEMAKERS TAKE ON THE POWER OF PROSECCO

The producers of bottle-fermented Trentodoc wine want to convince the world that their fizz is head and shoulders above other Italian sparklers. But will they be able to persuade Prosecco lovers to pay for Champagne quality?

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2016/11/the-dolomite-stuff-trentodoc-winemakers-take-on-the-power-of-prosecco/

The science of hangovers

While there is still no magical cure, scientists are coming closer to understanding the science behind the phenomenon that afflicts many

http://www.mcgilltribune.com/sci-tech/the-science-of-hangovers-112216/

Holiday Shopping Guide: Craft Beer Games

These aren’t “drinking games,” per se, but rather games that in some way incorporate real craft breweries or simulate the process of opening and running one.

http://www.forbes.com/sites/taranurin/2016/11/23/holiday-shopping-guide-craft-beer-games/#20f860a36e3b

Wine Spectator to Unveil Top 100 Wines of 2016

The Countdown Begins November 28 at WineSpectator.com, as Magazine Celebrates 40th Anniversary

http://wineindustryadvisor.com/2016/11/23/wine-spectator-unveil-top-100-wines-2016

The Blending Lab lets you play mad scientist with wine

The Blending Lab, a new tasting room located near the Grove, is making wine tasting fun again with blending classes

https://www.timeout.com/los-angeles/blog/the-blending-lab-lets-you-play-mad-scientist-with-wine-112216

14 science-backed answers to your biggest questions about wine

Here’s a handy guide to 14 of your slightly embarrassing and nerdy questions about wine that will increase your wine expertise.

http://www.businessinsider.com/questions-wine-science-2016-11/#-1

How identical are individual bottles of the same wine?

Wine changes with each new vintage. But two bottles of the same vintage of the same wine can taste different, too

https://firstvine.wordpress.com/2016/11/15/how-identical-are-individual-bottles-of-wine/

OFFICIAL GAME OF THRONES WINE SET FOR LAUNCH

An official range of Game of Thrones wine made in collaboration with a Californian wine estate is due to be launched in the US next spring.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2016/11/official-game-of-thrones-wine-set-for-launch/

How to Choose Champagne

Champagne is not cheap, so it’s not a purchase to fool around with.

http://winefolly.com/review/how-to-choose-champagne/?utm_source=Wine+Folly&utm_campaign=7852a8aecb-RSS_EMAIL_CAMPAIGN&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_a18d8bdc1b-7852a8aecb-62472929&mc_cid=7852a8aecb&mc_eid=d73340fcba

European Wine Exploration Map

Check out this map of 35 great wines from western Europe. Have you’ve tried them all?

http://winefolly.com/tutorial/european-wine-exploration-map/?utm_source=Wine+Folly&utm_campaign=7852a8aecb-RSS_EMAIL_CAMPAIGN&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_a18d8bdc1b-7852a8aecb-62472929&mc_cid=7852a8aecb&mc_eid=d73340fcba

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Franklin Wine Club Meeting

Wine Explorers wanted!

Join Our 440 Club Members!

How To attend and join

December 5th

Holiday Party At Davio’s Patriot Place

Wine Buying Tips Using Label Information

Tuesday January 10^{th 7pm}

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 January 17^th 7pm

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

WINE TASTING 101

Thursday January 26^th 7-9pm

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.

Participants must be 21 years of age

Exploring French Wines

Thursday February 9^th 7-9pm

Lets take a trip to France in this education and tasting class.

We will cover French wine growing regions and what wines to look for.

French wine laws and labels will be examined.

What is difference between Champagne and a Cremant?

What are the grapes in Burgundy?

What is the one red grape grown in Alsace?

What are French Dessert wines?

After this class you will have all the tips needed to start buying and enjoying the wines of France!

Participants must be 21 years of age

Tri-County Adult Education

2014 French Wine Scholar Program

Feb 28-May 2nd Tuesdays

Review+ Test

Feb 28, and run every Tuesday until May 2 with no class during April break on 4/18. Review 5/16, Exam 5/30.

Feb 16^th Oscars and wine with sugar

Oscars Truffle and Wine Tasting

March 9^th French wines

Wine And Chocolate Events

Franklin Liquors And The Sugar Shoppe Partners For

Your Chocolate And Wine Events

Food And Wine Events

Our Partner

Watch For Our Upcoming TV Show!

Franklin Liquors Wine Education

Certified Specialist Of Wine-CSW

Certified Specialist Of Spirits-CSS

Society Of Wine Educators

California Wine Appellation Specialist-CWAS-San Francisco Wine School (First In MA)

French Wine Scholar FWS-(Instructor) Wine Scholar Guild

Quini Certified Educator- QCE (First In USA)

Italian Wine Specialist-IWS-North American Sommelier Association

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Liquor Industry News/Links 11-19-16

November 19, 2016

Liquor Industry News/Links

11-19-16

By: Mark C Lenzi

CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, IWS*

Held In Our Wine Room This Week

Franklin Wine Club The Romantic Rhone Wine Adventure

Read All About It:

http://ow.ly/rDIM3067NO6

AND

10 Italian Wines To Learn Italy

Read All About It:

http://ow.ly/myav306jCnS

Thanksgiving What To Serve With The Bird Newsletter

Sale Items And More!

http://ow.ly/jZuA306gjNs

Have A Safe And Happy Thanksgiving!

Take Care

Franklin Liquors

Mike & Mark

Liquor Industry Week In Review

This Weeks Highlights:

History behind the rare and frivolous Beaujolais Nouveau

Tasting notes decoded

The Misunderstood Art of Wine Sniffing

AND MORE!

Franklin Liquors New Daily Newspaper

The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW)

Our Daily Wine Newspaper

http://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2016-11-11/this-algorithm-s-taste-in-wine-is-better-than-yours

This Algorithm’s Taste in Wine Is Better Than Yours

With the new site Verve Wine, master sommelier Dustin Wilson sides with the robots.

How To Drink Like A Billionaire: A Guide To Wine, Champagne, And Spirits For The 99%

Wine expert and writer Mark Oldman has coined the term “billionaire drinker”in his third book, How to Drink Like a Billionaire.

http://www.forbes.com/sites/karenhua/2016/11/10/mark-oldman-how-to-drink-like-a-billionaire-be-a-rule-breaker/#36f6cf0f1121

Thanksgiving beer picks

Thanksgiving dinner is probably the largest meal that many of us will eat all year and it can be one of the most complex meals in terms of flavors and dishes served.

http://www.burlingtonfreepress.com/story/life/food/2016/11/11/jeff-bakers-thanksgiving-craft-beer-review-recommendation/93583494/

Cannabis Cocktails? Constellation Sees Opening as Pot Laws Ease

Constellation Brands Inc., the alcohol giant that sells Corona beer and Svedka vodka, is considering a new approach to livening up its beverages: marijuana.

http://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2016-11-10/weed-liquor-corona-executive-sees-opportunity-in-legalization

New Belgium Announces Distribution in Massachusetts in 2017

Massachusetts’ love affair with New Belgium will begin just in time for Valentine’s Day.

http://www.brewbound.com/news/new-belgium-announces-distribution-massachusetts-2017?utm_source=Daily+Brew&utm_campaign=3de8cf054b-The+Daily+Brew%3A+November+11%2C+2016&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_935b7e0b70-3de8cf054b-36686829

5 wine-tastic facts about Tempranillo

Spain’s famous Rioja region is renowned for its vibrant and expressive wines made from Tempranillo, which tend to be aromatic and spicy with red fruit aromas and flavors

http://www.sfgate.com/sponsoredarticles/lifestyle/food-recipes-entertaining/article/5-wine-tastic-facts-about-Tempranillo-10606166.php

ROTTEN WINE GRAPE REVIEW

With grapes, there are two sides of the mold story when talking about a very specific fungus called Botrytis cinerea.

http://www.snooth.com/articles/rotten-wine-grape-review/

Americas Craft Beer Capitals

Wine by Design Releases Chicago Cubs 2016 World Series Championship Sparkling Wine

To celebrate the Chicago Cubs’ historic first World Series championship since 1908, Wine by Design, the exclusive wine licensee of Major League Baseball, is delivering a limited-edition World Series Championship Brut

http://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/wine-by-design-releases-chicago-cubs-2016-world-series-championship-sparkling-wine-300361240.html

England’s wine industry is booming, thanks to climate change.

The information helps both the winegrower and global climate science.

http://www.euronews.com/2016/11/10/climate-change-is-good-news-for-england-s-wine-industry

The Affordable French White Wine You Probably Don’t Know About

Why It’s Time to Consider White Bordeaux

http://www.thekitchn.com/the-affordable-french-white-wine-you-probably-dont-know-about-237669

Controlling Birds in the Vineyards

Loss of valuable grapes is an annual problem and until now there have been very limited options for control. Vineyards with Kites

http://wineindustrynetwork.com/suppliers/falcon-crop-protection.html#whatsnew

White Wine: Top 11 Shocking Health Benefits

When it comes to the health benefits of drinking alcohol, red wine gets all the attention. However, white wine is not without its health benefits – in fact, there are quite a few that have gone unnoticed.

http://ppcorn.com/us/2016/11/09/white-wine-11-shocking-health-benefits/

Mastering Mendoza Malbec

Mendoza is a large province (nearly the size of Illinois) that is home to 75% of the Argentina’s vineyards and Malbec is the region’s most celebrated grape

http://winefolly.com/review/mastering-mendoza-malbec/

The Misunderstood Art of Wine Sniffing

Why is it that many wine lovers, upon uncorking a bottle of wine and then pouring a glass, begin by sniffing?

http://www.telegram.com/entertainmentlife/20161110/off-vine-misunderstood-art-of-wine-sniffing

A Must Muscadet

You probably have an image of Muscadet that begins on a scale of steely simplicity and works down to utter vinous neutrality.

https://intoxreport.com/2016/11/09/a-must-muscadet/

7 Great Choices for Thanksgiving Wines

Some classic wine choices for Thanksgiving as well as a few new intriguing options that you might not have considered.

http://winefolly.com/update/8-great-thanksgiving-wines-2016/?utm_source=Wine+Folly&utm_campaign=ad3f008421-RSS_EMAIL_CAMPAIGN&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_a18d8bdc1b-ad3f008421-62472929&mc_cid=ad3f008421&mc_eid=d73340fcba

The Best Wines to Try From Chile

As a new world wine region, with 2,700 miles of coastline along the frigid Pacific Ocean, Chile produces wines that are both fruit-forward factor and herbaceous, similar to French wine

http://winefolly.com/review/the-best-wines-to-try-from-chile/?utm_source=Wine+Folly&utm_campaign=ad3f008421-RSS_EMAIL_CAMPAIGN&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_a18d8bdc1b-ad3f008421-62472929&mc_cid=ad3f008421&mc_eid=d73340fcba

Thanksgiving wine snobbery exposed!

All together, now: deep breaths. Stay calm. Don’t sweat about the wine for Thanksgiving.

https://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/food/thanksgiving-wine-snobbery-exposed/2016/11/11/399d706c-a749-11e6-8fc0-7be8f848c492_story.html

Move Over Malbec, Bonarda is Argentina’s Next Red

It’s Argentina’s second most widely planted red grape! Find out more about this delightful red wine and why you might even prefer it to Malbec.

http://winefolly.com/update/move-over-malbec-bonarda-is-argentina/

The Wine Lover’s Guide to Portugal

True wine aficionados know the secrets of Portugal’s soil, but too many of the world’s oenophiles don’t know what they’re missing

http://www.travelandleisure.com/food-drink/wine/wine-lover-guide-portugal

WINE AND VINYL DELIVERY SERVICE LAUNCHED

A blues musician has launched a wine and vinyl company that sends subscribers a 12-inch album and a wine designed to complement the record each month.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2016/11/wine-and-vinyl-delivery-service-launched/

Glass of wine before cigarette ‘can prevent damage’

Wine prevented the release of micro-particles from artery walls which indicate smoking damage

http://www.independent.co.uk/life-style/health-and-families/health-news/glass-of-wine-smoking-cigarette-prevent-damage-viktoria-schwarz-a7419301.html

The labels on these wine bottles are short stories, so you can read while you sip

Italian winery Matteo Correggia and design agency Reverse Innovation have teamed up for a new range that professes to be “where great wine and literary pleasure meet”.

http://www.independent.co.uk/arts-entertainment/the-labels-on-these-wine-bottles-are-short-stories-so-you-can-read-while-you-sip-a7420981.html

13 beer off-flavors to know and avoid

Things that make you go “ew.”

http://draftmag.com/13-beer-off-flavors/?utm_source=Daily+Brew&utm_campaign=de81cee58f-The+Daily+Brew%3A+November+16%2C+2016&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_935b7e0b70-de81cee58f-36686829

Tasting notes decoded

Get to grips with the some of the more obscure tasting notes used by wine experts, with graphics

http://www.decanter.com/learn/advice/understand-tasting-notes-decoded-344920/#WIM7Lo0m3pltFs2L.99

History behind the rare and frivolous Beaujolais Nouveau

French law prohibited its sale before Nov. 15 of each year

2016 NOW IN STOCK!!

http://www.pressdemocrat.com/lifestyle/6290417-181/berger-the-whimsical-history-of

Wine advertising gets blown away by beer: Nielsen

What Everyone Should Know About the Santa Lucia Highlands AVA

Commercial wine grape cultivation started in the Santa Lucia Highlands (SLH) during the early 1970’s. It was granted AVA status in 1991. Today, there are 50 vineyards and 6,200 acres under vine.

http://www.fredswan.wine/2016/11/15/what-everyone-should-know-santa-lucia-highlands/

New Not Your Fathers Products

Wauconda, Illinois-based Small Town Brewery is introducing two new limited edition beers, Not Your Father’s Taproom IPA and Not Your Father’s Cherry Ale. Taproom IPA is made with U.S. and European malts and Yakima Valley hops, while the cherry ale is brewed with U.S., Belgian and German malts, Washington sour cherries and German hops. Not Your Father’s Taproom IPA (6.5% abv) and Cherry Ale (8.5% abv) will be available initially in Oregon and Washington in six-packs of 12-ounce bottles for about $11. The new entries join Small Town’s Not Your Father’s hard soda range that includes the flagship Root Beer, which depleted nearly 3 million (2.25-gallon) cases in 2015, earning Impact “Hot Brand” honors.

THE 10 BEST DOCUMENTARIES AND SHOWS ABOUT BOOZE

Whether you want to learn more about the exclusive world of sommeliers or you’re looking for some drink recipes from a professional mixologist, this list has you covered.

http://decider.com/2016/05/05/10-best-documentaries-on-booze/?utm_campaign=SocialFlow&utm_source=DeciderTwitter&utm_medium=SocialFlow

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Franklin Wine Club 10 Grape Varietals To Understand Italy

November 18, 2016

10 Grape Varietals To Understand Italy

Education And Tasting Event

Thursday November 17th 2016

Host Ciro Pirone

Italy is a country with thousands years history of viticulture that through the various colonization’s and cultures has translated into hundreds of different cultivars (exactly 497 according to the Italian Ministry of Agriculture), multiple ways of interpreting the local history and traditions that brings us today the most exciting and ever changing wine scene. I picked 10 out of the so many varietals, from some of most recognized such as Nebbiolo from the north to the least familiar and exotic like Zibibbo from the south.

About Ciro

Ciro Pirone, Director of Italian Wines for Horizon Beverage Company, is a graduate of the Istituto Alberghiero (Hotel and Restaurant Management school) of Salerno, Italy and a Certified Italian Wine Specialist by the NASA (North American Sommelier Association affiliated with the Italian Sommelier Association). Traveling and working in Italy, England and the US, Ciro developed an incredible passion for wine, food and culture. After all, growing up in Italy, wine was always a very important part of his family’s lifestyle and traditions. In 1999, Ciro moved to the US permanently. He landed in Boston, where he continued his wine studies at Boston University, the International Sommelier Guild, the London –based Wine & Spirits Educational Trust (WSET), as well as he completed and passed with Honors the Italian Wine Specialist Certification by the North American Sommelier Association (part of the worldwide recognized Italian Sommelier Association).

In 2007, Ciro accepted the position of Italian Wine Specialist for Horizon Beverage. After successful growth at HBC, Ciro accepted on a new challenge as the US Brand Manager for the Arnaldo Caprai Winery of Montefalco (Umbria), the top producer of worldwide recognized Sagrantino di Montefalco. In June 2011, Ciro returned to Horizon Beverage with a new position of Director of Italian Wines in support of their expanding presence in the New England marketplace. Ciro is happy to share his passion for Italian wine and culture in an effort to give the American wine consumer a better understanding and appreciation for Italian wine!

The Wines:

Wine #1

2013 Chiarlo Nebbiolo Il Principe

750ml $19.99

Wine #2

2014 Caldaro-Schiava

750ml $19.99

Wine #3

2011 Sartori Regolo-Corvina

750ml $23.99

Wine #4

N/V Villa Sandi-Prosecco

750ml $15.99

Wine #5

N/V Bellagio Rosso Dolce-Lambrusco

750ml $11.99

Wine #6

2014 Cecchi Chianti Classico-Sangiovese

750ml $16.99

Wine #7

2014 Casal Farento Verdicchio dei Jesi

750ml $14.99

Wine #8

2014 Poggio Anima Montepulciano d’Abruzzo

750ml $17.99

Wine #9

2014 Fratelli Urciuolo -Aglianico

750ml $14.99

Wine #10

2013 Donnafugata Ben Rye Passito di Pantelleria-Zibibbo

375ml $47.99

Event Photos

Hosted By:

363 East Central St

Franklin, Ma 02038

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Franklin Wine Club Romantic Rhone Wine Adventure

November 13, 2016

https://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/235109031/

The Romantic Rhone Wine Adventure

Education And Tasting Event

Saturday November 12th 2016

Guest Host: Jo-Ann Ross

There’s something about the Rhone River flowing 600 miles through the Southeast part of France that is so romantic. The wines are juicy and food friendly. The sun is shining. AND – the people seem to be incredibly happy. No wonder the Popes came here for 60 years during the 14th century!! Take a Rhone River journey with Jo-Ann Ross as we taste some exquisite wine examples from this region.

About Jo-Ann

Jo-Ann Ross is a lifelong wine enthusiast with considerable formal wine education. As a leading US based expert, Jo-Ann is frequently invited by the French Government to come and learn about their wines and related cultures. As an enthusiastic traveller to worldwide wine growing regions, she always brings this firsthand appreciation of the wines to her multi-sensory presentations. Jo-Ann’s classes are more educational and engaging than a typical wine tasting or lecture. Her passion for wine and teaching is evident in her professional, enthusiastic style that ensures that everyone leaves her wine events with valuable information and fond memories of the experience. An active member of the National Speakers Association, Jo-Ann has over 30 years of professional speaking training and has delighted corporate and private audiences in numerous venues

The Wines:

Wine #1

2015 Chateau la Genestiere Rosé

Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre, Cinsault, Clairette

750ml $22.99

Wine #2

2015 Maz Caz

60% Grenache Blanc 40% Roussanne

Only 500 cases made

750ml $15.99

Wine #3

2014 Domaine des Escaravailles Les Sablieres

70% Grenache 30% Syrah

750ml $15.99

Wine #4

2013 Domaine des Escaravailles Rasteau La Ponce

80% Grenache 20% Syrah

750ml $25.99

Wine #5

2015 Matthieu Barret Petit Ours Brun

100% Syrah

750ml $21.99

Special Wine

2011 Domaine Du Coulet Cornas Billes Noires

Only 100 Cases Made!!!

Not For Sale

Event Photos

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363 East Central St

Franklin, Ma 02038

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Liquor Industry News/Links 11-12-16

November 12, 2016

Liquor Industry News/Links

11-12-16

By: Mark C Lenzi

CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, IWS*

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Liquor Industry Week In Review

This Weeks Highlights:

Hampshire District support lowering drinking age for beer, wine

A crash course on ice wine

A Guide to Dark Beers

AND MORE!

Franklin Liquors New Daily Newspaper

The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW)

Our Daily Wine Newspaper

http://www.businessinsider.com/sam-adams-craft-beer-movement-sales-2016-11

The company that started the craft beer movement has gone flat

Boston Beer shares are now half the price they were in early 2015, and it still doesn’t look like a bargain, with the company’s most recent quarter showing another drop in beer shipments of 12% and revenue falling 14% from the same quarter last year.

The top 25 beers of 2016

These beers, all new or newly packaged in the last 12 months, are a testament to where beer is today—and, we can only hope, where beer will continue to go.

http://draftmag.com/the-top-25-beers-of-2016/

The Best Coffee Beers to Pick Based on Your Favorite Coffee Drink

You don’t even have to spike your coffee—these breweries have done it for you

http://www.extracrispy.com/drinks/1291/the-best-coffee-beers-to-pick-based-on-your-favorite-coffee-drink

A Guide to Dark Beers

Find the right beer for fall.

http://luckypeach.com/guides/a-guide-to-dark-beers-porter-stout-ale/

The phylloxera wine louse is back with a vengeance

Vineyards in California and Oregon on alert as the pest that devastated Europe’s grapevines in the 1800s turns its sights on once-resistant America

http://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/food-drink/article/2042366/phylloxera-wine-louse-back-vengeance

What happens as wine ages?

Everyone knows wine undergoes complex changes with age – aromas, flavours and colours can transform to reveal a completely new character

http://www.decanter.com/features/unearthing-the-secrets-of-age-247501/#OsmLcZFLSZX56jji.99

The Wines of Campania: Getting Better and Better

One of the most positive developments in Italy’s wine scene over the last 30 years has been the total transformation of Campania

http://www.vinous.com/articles/the-wines-of-campania-getting-better-and-better-nov-2016

Someone claims to have finally made hangover-free beer

Thomas Gesink, a Dutch beer maker, says that he’s cracked the code for brewing beer which gets people drunk but doesn’t leave them cowering in a dark corner the next morning.

http://metro.co.uk/2016/11/03/attention-someone-claims-to-have-finally-made-hangover-free-beer-6232016/

Why craft beer fans freak out when small breweries sell to big-name companies

Many craft industry personnel say that as consolidation of beer ownership increases, the chances for small brewers to compete decreases.

http://www.guidelive.com/craft-beer/2016/11/03/craft-beer-fans-freak-small-breweries-sell-big-name-companies

Refresh your Palate with the Turbiana Grape of Lugana

Wines of Lugana with the Lugana DOC Wine Consortium at the Boston stop on their US tour.

http://www.vinotravelsitaly.com/2016/10/turbiana-grape-of-lugana-wines.html?utm_source=Vino+Travels+Email+Members&utm_campaign=cf973bce93-RSS_EMAIL_CAMPAIGN&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_670bd5443a-cf973bce93-294676161

French wine makers fear ‘worst harvest for 40 years’

Official figures from the Ministry of Agriculture show 2016 as one of the worst years in three decades, with production down one third in Champagne and other key wine regions like Burgundy and the Loire valley almost as badly hit.

http://www.thelocal.fr/20161106/french-wine-makers-fear-worst-harvest-for-40-years

Dogfish Head Will Finally Release Beer in Cans

By the middle of the month, the Delaware brewery will release one of its standards, the 60 Minute IPA, as its first-ever canned beer.

http://www.grubstreet.com/2016/11/dogfish-head-will-finally-release-beer-in-cans.html

Ultimate beer league hockey stick, created by Narragansett Beer

The first and only hockey stick specifically designed for beer leagues!

http://sports.yahoo.com/news/ultimate-beer-league-hockey-stick-created-by-narragansett-beer-162848091.html

The Buyer’s Guide to 75 of the Best California Wines

F&W executive wine editor Lettie Teague, senior editor Ray Isle and frequent contributor Richard Nalley tried hundreds of wines made from these grapes to find the 75 best.

http://www.foodandwine.com/articles/the-buyers-guide-to-75-of-the-best-california-wines?xid=soc_socialflow_facebook_fw

Modern wine vintage charts: pro or con?

Vintage charts, which provide a quality score for each wine vintage in some specified wine-making region, have been a conspicuous part of the wine landscape for many decades. However, there has also been an increasing amount of criticism in recent years.

http://winegourd.blogspot.com/2016/11/modern-wine-vintage-charts-pro-or-con.html

A crash course on ice wine

In the global world of wine, Canada is renowned for its ice wine.

https://www.thereview.ca/2016/11/05/a-crash-course-on-ice-wine/

I bought alcohol for my kids, even when they were underage. Here’s why.

Interesting read

https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/parenting/wp/2016/11/08/i-bought-alcohol-for-my-kids-even-when-they-were-underage-heres-why/

Voters in MA 3rd Hampshire District support lowering drinking age for beer, wine

Voters in the Massachusetts House 3rd Hampshire District on Tuesday were supporting a non-binding ballot question favoring legislation that would lower the legal age for buying beer and wine to 19.

http://www.masslive.com/politics/index.ssf/2016/11/voters_in_massachusetts_house_3rd_hampshire_amherst_drinking_age.html

If a wine tastes like underbrush or ‘forest floor,’ where do those flavors come from?

Reds from such places as Tuscany, Piedmont, Bordeaux. Many pinot noirs, too, can suggest that quality.

http://www.theglobeandmail.com/life/food-and-wine/wine/if-a-wine-tastes-like-underbrush-or-forest-floor-where-do-those-flavours-come-from/article32719208/

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The Romantic Rhone Wine Adventure

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About Jo-Ann

November 17^th

10 Grape Varietals To Understand Italy

Host Ciro Pirone

About Ciro

Ciro Pirone, Director of Italian Wines for Horizon Beverage Company, is a graduate of the Istituto Alberghiero (Hotel and Restaurant Management school) of Salerno, Italy and a Certified Italian Wine Specialist by the NASA (North American Sommelier Association affiliated with the Italian Sommelier Association). Traveling and working in Italy, England and the US, Ciro developed an incredible passion for wine, food and culture. After all, growing up in Italy, wine was always a very important part of his family’s lifestyle and traditions. In 1999, Ciro moved to the US permanently. He landed in Boston, where he continued his wine studies at Boston University, the International Sommelier Guild, the London –based Wine & Spirits Educational Trust (WSET), as well as he completed and passed with Honors the Italian Wine Specialist Certification by the North American Sommelier Association (part of the worldwide recognized Italian Sommelier Association).

In 2007, Ciro accepted the position of Italian Wine Specialist for Horizon Beverage. After successful growth at HBC, Ciro accepted on a new challenge as the US Brand Manager for the Arnaldo Caprai Winery of Montefalco (Umbria), the top producer of worldwide recognized Sagrantino di Montefalco. In June 2011, Ciro returned to Horizon Beverage with a new position of Director of Italian Wines in support of their expanding presence in the New England marketplace. Ciro is happy to share his passion for Italian wine and culture in an effort to give the American wine consumer a better understanding and appreciation for Italian wine!

http://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/235152939/

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Franklin Wine Club Boston Winery Event

November 6, 2016

http://www.bostonwinery.net

Boston Winery Event

Our 50th Meeting Since 2014!

Saturday November 5th 2016

Top Photo First Meetup 2014

Bottom 50th Meetup 2016 Over 440 Members later!

Guest Hosts:

Host Vito Bruno

The Boston Winery was created by wine pioneer and vintner Raffaele Bruno in 2006. Mr. Bruno grew up in Abruzzi, Italy crafting fine wines with his forefathers. Rafaelle samples every vintage of wine, which is produced by his oldest grandson. All Boston Winery wines are produced Bio-dynamically, using grape sourced from

California, Chile, Italy, and South Africa.

https://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/234943172/

The Wines:

Wine #1

2012 Chardonnay

750ml $16.99

Napa Fruit 3 months in oak

Wine #2

N/V Without Papers

750ml $12.99

Zin, Syrah, Tempranillo, Grenache Blend From California Fruit

Wine #3

2014 Pinot Noir

750ml $16.99

Club Favorite!

Unfiltered aged in French oak

Wine #4

2014 Super Tuscan

750ml $16.99

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Liquor Industry News/Links 11-05-16

November 5, 2016

Liquor Industry News/Links

11-05-16

http://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/235152939/

By: Mark C Lenzi

CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, IWS*

Held In Our Wine Room This Week

Franklin Wine Glass Painting And Wine Class

With Franklin Art Center

Franklin Wine Club Upcoming Event

Nov 17^th Thursday

10 Grape Varietals To Understand Italy

Host Ciro Pirone

WINTER BEERS IN STOCK

Take Care

Franklin Liquors

Mike & Mark

Liquor Industry Week In Review

This Weeks Highlights:

The Dark Side of Kosher Wine

Why supermarket wine isn’t the bargain it’s cracked up to be

Why Weed Pairings Are the New Wine Pairings

AND MORE!

Franklin Liquors New Daily Newspaper

The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW)

Our Daily Wine Newspaper

https://www.thelocal.de/20161028/10-facts-german-beer-list-bavaria-brewing-brewery-ale-alcohol

10 fascinating facts you never knew about German beer

Here are ten fascinating nuggets of trivia about German beer to reinvigorate your love for the amber nectar.

The world’s first wine school will soon open in Italy

The Wine School in Perugia, Umbria, will be the world’s first educational center dedicated to wine.

https://www.thelocal.it/20161028/the-worlds-first-wine-school-opening-in-italy

Mega Purple – an insidious additive that can ruin a wine

MegaPurple is a grape juice concentrate that, when used in tiny amounts, can effectively add color to a wine. Use too much, and winemakers risk ruining the wine

http://www.greatnorthwestwine.com/2016/10/27/mega-purple-podcast/

THE DEFINITIVE GUIDE TO CHAMPAGNE + MAP

Not all bubbly is created equal, so while “champagne” is often used as a general term to describe all sparkling wine, true Champagne can only come from the small northern region of Champagne, France.

http://vinepair.com/articles/definitive-guide-champagne-map/

Why Weed Pairings Are the New Wine Pairings

A server tells me this as she approaches and offers a serving tray stacked with joints, just as she came around earlier offering sticky grilled shrimp skewers glazed with passion fruit.

https://munchies.vice.com/en/articles/why-weed-pairings-are-the-new-wine-pairings

The Secrets of Sonoma

Discover small‑production wines that whisper to connoisseurs and collectors.

http://wakawakawinereviews.com/2016/10/27/the-secrets-of-sonoma/

Why Texas Is America’s Most Underrated Wine Destination

A look at the leaders of the Lone Star State’s new school of wine.

http://www.cntraveler.com/story/why-texas-is-americas-most-underrated-wine-destination

New radio show celebrates NJ wine

New Jersey’s wine production grows stronger every year, and a new radio program is telling us all about it….

http://wctcam.com/podcasts/nj-winedown-radio-show/

US STARTUP MATCHES WINES TO YOUR DNA

A Silicon Valley wine delivery startup is offering what could be the ultimate personalised wine experience – analysing a customer’s DNA to then match wines to their individual tastes.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2016/10/us-startup-claims-it-can-match-wine-to-your-dna/

AUSTRIA INTRODUCES SEKT PYRAMID

Austria has introduced a “quality pyramid” for its Sekt, with three categories ranging from “Klassik” to “Grosse Reserve”.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2016/10/austria-introduces-sekt-pyramid/

5 Reasons Celebrities Should Never, Ever Make Wine

Celebrities today have become brands, looking to expand their presence into every realm—including wine. Wall Street Journal wine columnist Lettie Teague says enough is enough

http://www.wsj.com/articles/5-reasons-celebrities-should-never-ever-make-wine-1477593143

Why supermarket wine isn’t the bargain it’s cracked up to be

It’s getting to a stage when the only time it makes sense to buy supermarket wine is when it’s on promotion.

An independent wine shop, on the other hand, will generally offer you better value for money, as well as expert advice on the sort of wine that should appeal to you.

https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2016/oct/27/supermarket-wine-not-bargain-cracked-up-to-be-independent-wine-shops-fiona-beckett

Samuel Adams Hopscape debuts in January

Samuel Adams Hopscape will be available starting in January in 12 ounce bottles, cans and draft.

http://beerstreetjournal.com/samuel-adams-hopscape/?utm_source=Daily+Brew&utm_campaign=4c86948bb2-The+Daily+Brew%3A+November+1%2C+2016&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_935b7e0b70-4c86948bb2-36686829

Huge, record-setting Washington harvest wrapping up

What already was anticipated to be the largest harvest in Washington history looks like it will be even larger than thought, according to grape growers and winemakers across the state.

http://www.greatnorthwestwine.com/2016/11/01/record-2016-wine-harvest/

You’re Drinking Wine All Wrong, Says This Self-Professed “Crazy French Woman”

The fact is most wines are manipulated with chemicals and technology, made to taste a certain way, for mass consumption.

http://www.vogue.com/13498073/wine-drinking-mistakes-natural-wine-isabelle-legeron/

Napa Cabernet Sauvignon Wine Vs Grape Pricing

What determines grape pricing and how does this pricing affect wine pricing?

https://vinsightsgwp.wordpress.com/2016/11/01/napa-cabernet-sauvignon-wine-vs-grape-pricing/

Exploring migration of wine through Italy

Anyone who ever ordered a pizza from a local Italian restaurant knows, Italy appears on placemats or menus as a great boot, poised to kick the soccer ball called Sicily through the goals once named in antiquity as the Pillars of Hercules. We know the area as Gibraltar today.

http://www.oregonwinepress.com/oregon-via-oenotria

How to get the wine you really want

A new oenological contraption comes with a palette for your palate

http://www.economist.com/news/science-and-technology/21709491-new-oenological-contraption-comes-palette-your-palate-how-get

We tasted, reviewed and ranked 86 pumpkin beers.

So, what makes a successful pumpkin beer? The answer is obviously different for everyone

http://draftmag.com/tasting-ranking-86-best-pumpkin-beers/

Hand Harvesting’s Rage Against the Machines

Can machinery ever offer the same quality as hand-picking? L.M. Archer looks at the arguments for and against.

http://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2016/11/hand-harvesting-s-rage-against-the-machines?h=1

The Dark Side of Kosher Wine

The decision to shun the kosher laws surrounding wine production.

http://forward.com/food/352872/the-dark-side-of-kosher-wine/

A Note From a Frustrated Wine Consumer

For a while now we have stopped going wine tasting for one major reason: We hate being told what are we going to taste in the wine.

http://wineindustryadvisor.com/2016/11/02/note-frustrated-wine-consumer

IS CIDER CHAMPAGNE OR BEER? MASSACHUSETTS ISN’T SURE

One local government is finding this autumnal beverage downright confusing: the state of Massachusetts. And it all comes down to taxes.

http://vinepair.com/booze-news/massachusetts-government-confused-cider-beer-champagne/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=b02af99139-Nov_3_2016&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-b02af99139-38937345&mc_cid=b02af99139&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Wine Additives: Chaptalization and Acidification Are Misunderstood

Chaptalization and acidification are two such methods of tweaking the winemaking process to ensure a better final product.

http://winefolly.com/tutorial/wine-additives-chaptalization-vs-acidification/?utm_source=Wine+Folly&utm_campaign=2a38053796-RSS_EMAIL_CAMPAIGN&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_a18d8bdc1b-2a38053796-62472929&mc_cid=2a38053796&mc_eid=d73340fcba

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This wine tasting education will leave you comfortable and excited about wine. We will explore how to taste wine and the process involved which will make you a better wine taster and buyer. What is aroma? What is your wine style? After swirling, sniffing and tasting, your wine world will be open for exploration. You will have the option to use technology based app Quini during the event.

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Liquor Industry News/Links 10-29-16

October 29, 2016

Liquor Industry News/Links

10-29-16

More details on Franklin Liquors events can be found here

By: Mark C Lenzi

CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, IWS*

Held In Our Wine Room This Week

Tri-County Adult Education Italian Wine Class

Franklin Wine Club Mentioned In B&G Worldwide Newsletter

Tasting of B&G wines at Franklin Liquors in Massachusetts

50 people were in attendance at Franklin Liquors on October 6th, where B&G USA’S Chris Feraro ran a tasting of Château Magnol, Thomas Barton SaintEmilion and Graves Blanc, Héritage 290th by Barton & Guestier and B&G Passeport Bordeaux by Laurent Prada. All the wines featured are stocked at the store for the remainder of the year!

http://www.barton-guestier.com/newsletter/2016october/gb/events.html

Franklin Wine Club Upcoming Event

The Romantic Rhone Wine Adventure

Guest Host: Jo-Ann Ross

About Jo-Ann

https://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/235109031/

Take Care

Franklin Liquors

Mike & Mark

Liquor Industry Week In Review

This Weeks Highlights:

Drinking Beer Might Help You Keep Your Teeth!

Los Angeles hosts first-ever wine and bug pairing

Five candy and craft beer pairings

AND MORE!

Franklin Liquors New Daily Newspaper

The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW)

Our Daily Wine Newspaper

https://www.thestreet.com/video/13862744/what-s-the-difference-between-scotch-bourbon-and-rye.html?

What’s the Difference Between Scotch, Bourbon and Rye?

Whether its bourbon, scotch or rye, distilled spirits are hot! But, what’s the difference between the three?

Glass of red wine a day could help women to get pregnant says new research

A GLASS of red wine a day could help prevent women developing a common condition that can stop them having children, according to new research.

http://www.express.co.uk/life-style/health/722437/glass-red-wine-help-women-pregnancy

Love Beer? Here’s Where You Should Go Next

Your guide on where to find the best brew spots in the country.

http://www.travelandleisure.com/food-drink/beer/best-beer-destinations-in-america?utm_source=Daily+Brew&utm_campaign=63cba03e47-The+Daily+Brew%3A+October+21%2C+2016&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_935b7e0b70-63cba03e47-36686829

5 DEVILISH DIY HALLOWEEN WINE BOTTLE CRAFTS

Ever find yourself standing in your kitchen realizing that you have a collection of empty wine bottles lining your counter? Many of us collect corks and save them for future projects, though why not do the same with bottles?

http://vinepair.com/articles/5-devilish-diy-halloween-wine-bottle-crafts/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=66e118ac61-Oct_21_2016&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-66e118ac61-38937345&mc_cid=66e118ac61&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

WORLD WINE PRODUCTION SLIPS AMID ROUGH WEATHER; ITALY ON TOP

Floods, drought, frost and hail cut into world wine production this year across Europe and South America, but the quality of the 2016 vintage shouldn’t unduly suffer.

http://staging.hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/E/EU_WINE_HARVEST?SITE=AP&SECTION=HOME&TEMPLATE=DEFAULT&CTIME=2016-10-20-08-50-22

Does Beer Brewed By Employee-owners Taste Better?

While the answer to that question might be best left to the beer-holder to decide, we can now experience what it’s like to taste a beer that’s brewed up a couple of employee-owned companies

http://www.forbes.com/sites/darrendahl/2016/10/20/does-beer-brewed-by-employee-owners-taste-better/#3006d0d26099

Ommegang’s ‘Game of Thrones’ Beers, Ranked

So with every release, we drank, took notes, and watched some actors get beheaded on TV. Now the final season is upon us, and Valar Dohaeris, the penultimate release from Ommegang

IN STOCK

http://www.mensjournal.com/food-drink/articles/ommegangs-game-of-thrones-beers-ranked-w445694

Narragansett beer returns to Rhode Island

Right now, to help build the excitement, a total of 250 retro cans hidden within cases of the beer have golden stickers that, when redeemed, will win you a free VIP Tour of the new facility, plus some other goodies.

IN STOCK

http://whdh.com/news/narragansett-beer-returns-to-rhode-island/

A wine-lover’s guide to Champagne

World of Wine video series

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/food-and-drink/wine/a-wine-lovers-guide-to-champagne/

What wine should you pair with your Halloween candy?

Whether you’re thirsty after raiding your kid’s candy stash or just trying to pass the time between trick-or-treaters, you may wish to enjoy a glass of wine on Halloween night. Forget about pairing it with what you had for dinner…pair it with the Halloween candy instead!

http://kafe.com/kafe-mornings/what-wine-should-you-pair-with-your-halloween-candy/

A COMPLETE INTRODUCTION TO THE WINES OF BAROLO, ITALY

Welcome to Barolo, home to white truffles, rich pasta sauces, and most importantly, some of Italy’s greatest wines. Barolo, one of the most significant wine appellations in the world, is considered the king of Nebbiolo based wines, abundant in flavor and complexity. Here is your official breakdown to Barolo, Italy:

http://vinepair.com/articles/barolo-infographic-map/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=aa380bd20f-Oct_20_2016&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-aa380bd20f-38937345&mc_cid=aa380bd20f&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Nielsen: Rosé under $7.99: up 55.6%, Avg. Price of wine: $7.03/bottle, $15-$19.99 top price segment gainer

A History of the Alsace Wine Region

Although wine may not have been invented in Alsace, there is no doubt that it has been enjoyed in the region since immemorial times.

http://socialvignerons.com/2016/10/21/a-history-of-the-alsace-wine-region/

Coming Soon To A Vineyard Near You: GMO

The focus on Genetically Modified Organisms (GMO) has lately been intense.

http://www.forbes.com/sites/thomaspellechia/2016/10/20/coming-soon-to-a-vineyard-near-you-gmo/#7b65c9724ebf

THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO DESSERT WINES + INFOGRAPHIC!

Presented here is the ultimate guide to dessert wines for all tastes and all occasions.

http://vinepair.com/articles/ultimate-guide-dessert-wines-infographic/

The Palate Deck: Playing Cards for Beer Tasting

Playing cards that offer beer information and casual tasting guidance for the many conversations that happen over beer.

http://www.seattlereviewofbooks.com/notes/2016/10/22/the-palate-deck-playing-cards-for-beer-tasting-kickstarter-fund-project-38/

Five candy and craft beer pairings

Want to wash down that leftover Halloween candy with something spirited?

http://www.tampabay.com/things-to-do/food/cooking/five-candy-and-craft-beer-pairings/2299850?utm_source=Daily+Brew&utm_campaign=35c3807cfa-The+Daily+Brew%3A+October+24%2C+2016&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_935b7e0b70-35c3807cfa-36686829

Are Wine Critics, Winemakers and Somms at Increased Risk for Cancer?

The increased exposure to alcohol among wine critics, winemakers and sommeliers compared to many in the general population suggests that they may be at heightened risk of dying from cancer.

http://www.princeofpinot.com/article/1870/

Expert scores and red wine bias

Is the Winestream media biased in favor of red wine? Our study seems to show just that

https://www.winecurmudgeon.com/expert-scores-red-wine-bias/

The One Tip That Will Change How You Buy Wine

Buying wine is much easier when you stop looking for that one vineyard like a needle in a haystack, and instead start looking for two words on the back of the bottle: “Imported By.”

http://www.bonappetit.com/drinks/wine/article/buy-wine-from-importer

James Suckling TOP 100 WINES OF 2016

Most of the 100-point wines were from Italy and Napa Valley,

http://www.jamessuckling.com/wine-tasting-reports/top-100-wines-2016/

Wines Millennials Want: Five Stand-Out Qualities Millennials Are Looking For

Millennials are looking for stories that begin with clean ingredients and end with quality products.

http://wineindustryadvisor.com/2016/10/24/wines-millennials-want-five-stand-out-qualities

Neighbors complain of foul smell near San Miguel winery

The odor is believed to be coming from a waste water treatment pond at E&J Gallo Winery.

http://www.ksby.com/story/33467493/complaints-of-bad-smell-in-san-miguel-lead-to-wastewater-treatment-pond

What Wine Snobs Get Wrong

NYU’s Karl Storchmann, founder and managing editor of the Journal of Wine Economics, talks climate change, blind tastings, and how New Jersey could become the next Napa.

https://www.nyu.edu/about/news-publications/news/2016/october/karl-storchmann-on-wine-economics.html

JetBlue and Harpoon are brewing up an exclusive in-flight beer

The partnership between the Boston-based craft brewery and the New York-based airline (Nasdaq: JBLU) has been ongoing for two years.

http://www.bizjournals.com/boston/news/2016/10/24/jetblue-and-harpoon-are-brewing-up-an-exclusive-in.html

All The Things I’m Not Supposed To Say About Biodynamic Wine

Few topics or themes within wine seem to arouse as much contention or divisiveness as the conversation (polemics?) regarding natural, organic, and biodynamic wines. Jumping into that judgmental fray feels like a no-win situation.

http://www.forbes.com/sites/cathyhuyghe/2016/10/24/all-the-things-im-not-supposed-to-say-about-biodynamic-wine/#30fecaa95320

Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie Are Ditching the Wine Biz

The estranged couple is putting their French wine estate on the market.

http://www.eater.com/2016/10/24/13380532/brad-pitt-angelina-jolie-wine-selling-vineyard

The 7 alcoholic drinks that will give you the worst hangovers

Most of us like to enjoy drinks out with our friends, but nothing kills a fun night out quite like a hangover.

http://www.businessinsider.com/alcoholic-drinks-give-you-the-worst-hangover-2016-10

Bud Hockey Red Light

Cool new gadget!

Sync the Budweiser Red Light with your favorite teams. They score. The light goes off. Game changer.

http://www.budredlights.com

Non-Alcoholic Dog Beer That’s Supposed To Make Your Dog’s Ass Smell Better

Brewed with dandelion and burlock that’s supposed to leave your dog’s ass smelling better than it currently does.

http://geekologie.com/2016/10/non-alcoholic-dog-beer-thats-supposed-to.php

How to make mulled wine

Its that time of year!

http://www.jamieoliver.com/news-and-features/features/how-to-make-mulled-wine/

THE SIX LEADING GRAPES OF PORT

Although they are little-known in the wider world of wine, six key grapes make up the majority of Port production – and we look at what they bring to the blend.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2016/10/the-six-leading-grapes-of-port/

French wines are still essential on the wine market

According to the 2016 Wine Trade Monitor*, France is considered a must-stock producer.

http://www.franceagroalimentaire.com/en/actualite-agro/french-wines-an-essential-to-portofolios/?elqTrackId=292b0185785242f989cce0edd20e7e19&elq=5034346f098c4c0fa3000ca77882d3eb&elqaid=1187&elqat=1&elqCampaignId=625

Pairing: Soup and beer

As the temperature starts to dip, it’s time to serve yourself a bowl of comfort. Pair it with the right pint, and you’ll feel downright cozy.

http://draftmag.com/pairs-beer-soup/

Tall Drink of Wine: Behind the Success of Yao Ming’s Napa Valley Winery

Yao Family Wines, put itself squarely on the map of Napa Valley by opening a chic visitor’s center in the wine-tourist mecca of St. Helena.

http://www.forbes.com/sites/richardnalley/2016/10/26/behind-the-success-of-former-nba-star-yao-ming-napa-valley-california-winery/#1ec67c4429cd

Los Angeles hosts first-ever wine and bug pairing

To promote and normalize bug-eating in the United States.

http://www.treehugger.com/green-food/los-angeles-hosts-its-first-wine-and-bug-pairing.html

Are your tasting notes hurting your wine sales?

These Are Not the Tasting Notes You’re Looking For

https://www.vin65.com/?method=blog.blogdrilldown&blogentryid=EC3EFC1A-B230-A754-CDD5-9F9BEEC04AFF

Drinking Beer Might Help You Keep Your Teeth!

A study conducted at the University of Iowa Dental School indicates that beer with high levels of calcium and phosphate inhibits the loss of minerals from the teeth.

http://www.nbc12.com/story/33479558/beer-who-does-your-teeth-richmond-va

Craft beer posts 9.5% dollar growth over past 52 weeks & tops all beer in per-case price

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Join Our 430 Club Members!

How To attend and join

https://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/235109031/

November 5^th

Boston Winery

Host Vito Bruno

California, Chile, Italy, and South Africa.

November 12^th

The Romantic Rhone Wine Adventure

Guest Host: Jo-Ann Ross

About Jo-Ann

November 17^th

10 Grape Varietals To Understand Italy

Host Ciro Pirone

About Ciro

http://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/235152939/

http://cfweb.smartedu.net/lll/forms/ADULT%20EDUCATION%20DOCS/Fall%202016%20online%20brochure.pdf

Thursday Nov 3^rd

Wine Glass Painting

Linda Kabat and Mark Lenzi

This fall, we are partnering with the Franklin Art Center and Franklin Liquors to bring you a fun night out. In this class you will be painting two Autumn- themed wine glasses – perfect for that glass of wine in front of a cozy fireplace OR for that Holiday hostess gift. Not only will you have a fun evening painting, you will have the opportunity to taste the wine, courtesy of Franklin Liquors. We expect this class to fill quickly. So, don’t hesitate. Register today and begin your art adventure!

Note: Participants must be over 21 years of age Day/Dates: Thursday, Nov 3rd
Time: 6:30 TO 9:00 pm
Number of Sessions: 1

Location: Franklin Liquors, 363 East Central St., Franklin
Cost: $45

Medway Community Education

More Soon!

Tri-County Adult Education

November 10^th

Wine Tasting 101

Participants must be 21 years of age

https://registration.xenegrade.com/tri-county/courseDisplay.cfm?schID=2097

Wine And Chocolate Events

Franklin Liquors And The Sugar Shoppe Partners For

Your Chocolate And Wine Events

Food And Wine Events

Our Partner

Watch For Our Upcoming TV Show!

Franklin Liquors Wine Education

Certified Specialist Of Wine-CSW

Certified Specialist Of Spirits-CSS

Society Of Wine Educators

California Wine Appellation Specialist-CWAS-San Francisco Wine School (First In MA)

French Wine Scholar FWS-(Instructor) Wine Scholar Guild

Quini Certified Educator- QCE (First In USA)

Italian Wine Specialist-IWS-North American Sommelier Association

Liquor Industry News/Links 10-22-16

October 22, 2016

Liquor Industry News/Links

10-22-16

http://www.bostonwinery.net

By: Mark C Lenzi

CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, IWS*

Held In Our Wine Room This Week

Franklin Wine Club Event

Wines And Ciders Of The Northwest

Held October 20th In Our Wine Room

Read All About It:

Upcoming Event

November 5^th

Franklin Wine Club Event

Boston winery

Host Vito Bruno

California, Chile, Italy, and South Africa.

https://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/234943172/

Take Care

Franklin Liquors

Mike & Mark

Liquor Industry Week In Review

This Weeks Highlights:

Cheese can make wine taste better

Why Craft Liquor Is the Next Big Thing

What, Exactly, Is In A Name — On A Wine Label?

AND MORE!

Franklin Liquors New Daily Newspaper

The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW)

Our Daily Wine Newspaper

http://www.forbes.com/sites/brianfreedman/2016/10/14/an-oak-revolution-is-underway-in-the-world-of-wine/#72a2d2c36ca9

An Oak Revolution Is Underway In The World Of Wine

The reliance on oak in the wine and spirits industries, and the expanding markets for both, has changed dramatically over the years.

A TRUE-CRIME DOCUMENTARY ABOUT THE CON THAT SHOOK THE WORLD OF WINE

“Sour Grapes,” a documentary débuting at film festivals this month and on Netflix in November,

http://www.newyorker.com/culture/culture-desk/a-true-crime-documentary-about-the-con-that-shook-the-world-of-wine

Tailgate Like a Pro with 5 Ideal Sandwich-and-Beer Pairings

Pairing beers with meaty sandwiches.

http://www.foodandwine.com/sandwiches-wraps/how-tailgate-pro-5-sandwich-and-beer-pairings

Bottoms up! Research finds women drink more wine

Wine consumption is a growing trend across the United States, and women are the driving force behind it. In fact, women account for 57 percent of wine volume in America, according to a study conducted by Jennifer Pagano, the director of Research for Wine Market Council.

http://www.dailyhelmsman.com/news/bottoms-up-research-finds-women-drink-more-wine/article_4c2e02c0-9149-11e6-824a-977805d4ea2c.html

California wine trends: Is merlot in its death throes?

Eight percent of the wine produced in California in 2013 was merlot, up from four percent in 1993. So why does it look like merlot may be on its way out as a varietal?

https://www.winecurmudgeon.com/california-wine-trend-merlot-death-throes/

What, Exactly, Is In A Name — On A Wine Label?

Texas wine producer was buying Napa Valley-grown grapes, making wine in Texas and then labeling the wine with the AVA appellation designation, Napa Valley.

http://www.forbes.com/sites/thomaspellechia/2016/10/13/what-exactly-is-in-a-name-on-a-wine-label/#29a82e65457c

Whatever happened to fitou?

Fitou is the oldest appellation in the Languedoc and has two distinct terroirs: one by the coast, the other in the hilly hinterland around Tuchan. Like other Languedoc reds, it features syrah and grenache with a good slug of carignan, which lends the wine a degree of rusticity and also adds to its individuality; many producers are also increasingly using mourvèdre these days, which gives their fitou a pleasing exotic edge.

https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2016/oct/13/fitou-wine-fiona-beckett

Italian town’s drinking fountain dispenses red wine – and it’s free

A fountain to quench the thirst of walkers on the popular pilgrimage route, the Cammino di San Tommaso, has opened in Abruzzo in central Italy.

But this little gem provides hikers not with water – but revitalising wine.

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/travel/destinations/europe/italy/articles/free-red-wine-drinking-fountain-opens-in-the-hills-of-italy/

New Coppola

Francis Ford Coppola Winery has extended its Sofia brand with the launch of Sofia Méthode Champenoise. Featuring a blend of Pinot Blanc, Muscat and Riesling, the new sparkler is made using traditional methods utilized in Champagne, France, where secondary fermentation takes place solely in the bottle. Sofia Méthode Champenoise will be available in limited quantities, retail priced at $23 a bottle. It joins the Blanc de Blancs, Blanc de Blancs Mini, Rosé, Red, Riesling, Chardonnay and the non-alcohol Mr. Youree labels in Coppola’s Sofia range.

OUR/VODKA INTRODUCES DIY INFUSION KITS

Our/Oak Infusion is an oak-flavoured botanical blend that turns the vodka into a brown spirit with flavours of “warm toasted oak, sweet vanilla and a hint of smoke” after 8-15 hours of infusion.

http://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2016/10/ourvodka-introduces-diy-infusion-kits/

BEAM SUNTORY INVESTS IN AT-HOME COCKTAIL TECH

The machine combines spirits with pre-mixed cocktail ingredient capsules to deliver “consistently good cocktails with ease”.

http://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2016/10/beam-suntory-invests-in-at-home-cocktail-tech/

The Organic Wine Dilemma: What to do?

The US and Europe have different requirements that must be met in order for a wine to be certified as organic. U.S. organic wine standards are considerably more strict, limiting the ability for US winemakers to certify their wines as organic.

http://winefolly.com/update/what-to-do-about-the-organic-wine-dilemma/

Constellation Buys Five of Charles Smith’s Washington Wine Brands for $120 Million

The wine giant expands its premium portfolio with a stable of quirkily labeled wines, including Kung Fu Girl Riesling

http://www.winespectator.com/webfeature/show/id/Constellation-Buys-Five-of-Charles-Smith-Wines

The Year’s Most Innovative (And A Must-Have) Wine Accessory

The appliance, which is roughly the size of a bread maker, holds two bottles. Plum’s integrated solid state cooling is actually varietally specific, so if you insert a Chardonnay and a Cabernet Sauvignon the machine silently chills each bottle to its individually appropriate serving temperature.

https://shop.plum.wine/products/plum?variant=27127742403

How Restaurant Wine Is A Rip-off

There are ways to get better value for money when you order wine at dinner.

http://www.forbes.com/sites/simonconstable/2016/10/17/how-restaurant-wine-is-a-rip-off/#6161a41152bb

Congrats On Your Wedding! What Kind Of Wine Will Go With Your Big Day?

It’s one of the happiest days of your life, and everyone who’s there is there to celebrate you. There are a lot of ways to celebrate, but really, what’s a wedding without wine?

http://socialvignerons.com/2016/10/18/congrats-on-your-wedding-what-kind-of-wine-will-go-with-your-big-day/

JIM MURRAY’S WHISKY BIBLE 2017 WINNERS

Assessing thousands of whiskies across all categories each year, Murray lists detailed tasting notes of each and offers a score. However, the accolade most anticipated each year is that of the World Whisky of the Year.

http://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2016/10/jim-murrays-whisky-bible-2017-winners/

Introducing the greatest wine glass ever created – this is how to get it

The new Guzzle Buddy turns your entire bottle of wine into a single glass

http://www.mirror.co.uk/lifestyle/introducing-greatest-wine-glass-ever-9070481

This Might Be Why You Get Migraines From Wine and Chocolate

Some people unfortunately suffer from migraines, and, even worse, delicious foods like wine, chocolate, and processed meats can trigger the all-consuming headaches.

http://nymag.com/thecut/2016/10/this-might-be-why-wine-and-chocolate-give-you-migraines.html

2016 California Wine Harvest Report

Early, Normal Yield, Exquisite Quality

http://www.wineinstitute.org/resources/pressroom/10192016

The Best Invention For Wine Lovers

I know it’s rare that us Wine-o’s have any leftovers in the bottle, BUT for those days that you do, this product is fantastic! Introducing the Wine Condom

http://winecondoms.com

The world of beer in New Hampshire

BREW NH is a non-profit organization that promotes New Hampshire via the beer industry. We want to be your beer hub when you think about events, activities, advice and news about NH’s growing beer industry.

https://www.nhbeer.org

3 Tips for Better Cooking with Beer

The fizzy bite of beer makes it a useful ingredient in your cooking. We love bringing it to our favorite dishes in fall and winter, but we keep a few key tips in mind to get the most out of its flavor. Here’s what you need to know for better cooking with beer.

http://www.thekitchn.com/3-tips-for-better-cooking-with-beer-236650

Why Craft Liquor Is the Next Big Thing

The U.S. spirits industry is finally seeing a “craft” movement take hold across bars and retail outlets in a way that could mirror the success craft brewers have had in recent years.

http://fortune.com/2016/10/18/craft-liquor-growing-sales/

5 reasons why Americans drinking more wine than ever

In 2015, the total amount of wine consumed in the United States was 2.83 gallons per resident, which works out to about 14 bottles of wine per year or roughly one glass of wine per week. And that figure has been going up every year since 2008.

http://www.masslive.com/entertainment/index.ssf/2016/10/wine_press_5_reasons_why_ameri.html

HAND VS. MACHINE HARVEST: BLIND TASTE-TESTED

Machine harvesting is faster and uses less manpower, but there is another benefit to machine harvesting that is more important,

http://vinepair.com/articles/hand-or-machine-harvest/

Illustrated Grape Vine Training Methods

Let’s go over the basics and discuss several common vine training systems that you’re likely to see on your next journey through wine country.

http://winefolly.com/review/grape-vine-training-methods-illustration/

Is it Easier to Become a Lawyer than a Master of Wine?

A former lawyer studying to become a Master of Wine wonders if earning a license to practice law wasn’t an easier feat.

http://www.winemag.com/2016/10/19/lawyer/

RI Wine Direct Shipping Update

RI is one of two remaining states that continues to require consumers to first visit a winery before a direct purchase and shipment (Arkansas being the other, and Arizona is removing this requirement later in 2016). A favorable hearing in the House Corporations Committee took place on March 22nd but, unfortunately, the bill died in committee.

U.S. – Top Seven Scotch Whisky Brands

BUFFALO TRACE DISCOVERS DISTILLERY FROM 1800S

When construction crews went in to shore up the foundation, they discovered the the original 1873 distillery foundation along with fermenters dating back to 1882.

http://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2016/10/buffalo-trace-discovers-distillery-from-1800s/

Reality check: The skinny on ‘skinny’ alcohol

The perception that these drinks are healthier can lead to over-consumption and while they are typically lower in sugar than regular alcohol (which is how they save you calories), some use sugar substitutes

http://globalnews.ca/news/3007741/reality-check-the-skinny-on-skinny-alcohol/

Five reasons why Provence rosé is like Champagne

There are some important parallels between Provence and Champagne. Let me try to explain.

http://www.wineanorak.com/wineblog/provence/five-reasons-why-provence-rose-is-like-champagne

The A-to-Zs of Greece and its Wine

From Agiorgitiko to Zeus, winemaking roots go deep in this ancient land. We take you down a list of 26 things worth knowing about Greece, its lands, its food and its wine.

Small motorboat at clear water bay of Loutro town on Crete island, Greece

http://www.winemag.com/2016/10/18/the-a-to-zs-of-greece-wine/

Olive Oil Sommelier Course Debuts in New York

The groundbreaking olive oil sensory assessment program at the International Culinary Center seeks to turn out expert olive oil tasters. Participants of the first level course agreed they’re well on their way.

https://www.oliveoiltimes.com/olive-oil-basics/olive-oil-sommelier-course-debuts-new-york/53193

Science shows cheese can make wine taste better

A new scientific study shows that eating cheese may actually increase how much someone likes the wine they are drinking.

http://phys.org/news/2016-10-science-cheese-wine.html

How to Improve Your Wine Knowledge as a Beginner

There’s a lot of wine information out there, but not a lot of good advice on how to get started and what to learn first.

http://winefolly.com/review/how-to-improve-your-wine-knowledge-as-a-beginner/?utm_source=Wine+Folly&utm_campaign=e0076d94d3-RSS_EMAIL_CAMPAIGN&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_a18d8bdc1b-e0076d94d3-62472929&mc_cid=e0076d94d3&mc_eid=d73340fcba

Decoding a Belgian beer menu

From brown ales to tripels, here’s our guide for ordering your Belgian favorites.

http://draftmag.com/decoding-a-belgian-beer-menu/

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Franklin Wine Club Meeting

Wine Explorers wanted!

Join Our 430 Club Members!

How To attend and join

November 5^th

Boston Winery

Host Vito Bruno

California, Chile, Italy, and South Africa.

November 12^th

Rhone Valley French Wines

Host Jo-Ann Ross

November 17^th

10 Grape Varietals To Understand Italy

Host Ciro

http://cfweb.smartedu.net/lll/forms/ADULT%20EDUCATION%20DOCS/Fall%202016%20online%20brochure.pdf

Thursday Nov 3^rd

Wine Glass Painting

Linda Kabat and Mark Lenzi

Note: Participants must be over 21 years of age Day/Dates: Thursday, Nov 3rd
Time: 6:30 TO 9:00 pm
Number of Sessions: 1

Location: Franklin Liquors, 363 East Central St., Franklin
Cost: $45

Medway Community Education

Tuesday Nov 8th

Wine Tote Bag Painting And Tasting

Hosts: Linda Kabat and Mark Lenzi

Join the Franklin Art Center and Franklin Liquors for a wine painting event. In this class you will be painting your own 6 wine reusable tote bag.

You will taste and explore wines. Bring your creative minds and wine questions.

Note: Participants must be over 21 years of age Day/Dates: Tuesday, Nov 8th

Time: 6:30 TO 9:00 pm

Location: Franklin Liquors, 363 East Central St., Franklin

Cost: $45

http://www.medwayschools.org/sites/medwayps/files/file/file/fall_brochure_16-final.pdf

Tri-County Adult Education

October 27^th

Exploring Italian Wines

Lets 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 become an expert!

https://registration.xenegrade.com/tri-county/courseDisplay.cfm?schID=2096

November 10^th

Wine Tasting 101

Participants must be 21 years of age

https://registration.xenegrade.com/tri-county/courseDisplay.cfm?schID=2097

Wine And Chocolate Events

Franklin Liquors And The Sugar Shoppe Partners For

Your Chocolate And Wine Events

Food And Wine Events

Our Partner

Watch For Our Upcoming TV Show!

Franklin Liquors Wine Education

Certified Specialist Of Wine-CSW

Certified Specialist Of Spirits-CSS

Society Of Wine Educators

California Wine Appellation Specialist-CWAS-San Francisco Wine School (First In MA)

French Wine Scholar FWS-(Instructor) Wine Scholar Guild

Quini Certified Educator- QCE (First In USA)

Italian Wine Specialist-IWS-North American Sommelier Association

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Franklin Wine Club Wines And Ciders Of The Northwest Event

October 21, 2016

https://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/234598476/

Artisanal, Handcrafted Wines And Ciders From The West Coast

Thursday October 20th 2016

Guest Hosts:

Judy Lebel

BestYearEverWine.com

The Wines:

As one of the Willamette Valley’s oldest wineries Torii Mor started with the vision to pursue elegant, Old World style wines in 1993. Jacques Tardy, 5^th generation winemaker from Nuits St Georges, has been producing our wines with elegance and balance for nearly 15 years. The name Torii Mor derives from the Torii gate in the property’s Japanese garden and the ancient Scandinavian word for earth. Together the name is a nod to Pinot’s expression of terroir and connection to the earth. Pinot Blanc, Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir.

Hanzell is one of California’s iconic Chardonnay and Pinot Noir producers. Established in 1948 with the vision “to produce wines equal to the finest in the world” our Estate sits atop the Mayacamas Mountains in Sonoma Valley’s Moon Mountain AVA. 46 acres of vineyard are planted on a 148 acre estate. Hand tended vineyards, hand harvested and hand sorted grapes, making the way for exceptional wines. In 2012 we introduced our “Sebella” Chardonnay from younger vines and made in a more modern style.

The Ciders:

It is from the 2^nd and 3^rd generations of apple farmers that Snowdrift Cider was born. This 2 ingredient beverage is hand crafted from a variety of tree-ripened apples and fermented with Champagne yeast. Modeled after the dry, English ciders, our Cornice is partially aged in used whisky barrels and our Red is crafted from red-fleshed apples. Both are dry on the palate and offer clean, crisp apple flavors. From the heart of Washington State apple country and available in only 7 states!

About Our Guest Host:

Judy Lebel, CSW, Founder

Judy began her wine career in San Diego, presenting boutique wines to restaurants and hotels, where she brought not only great wines to their tables, but her unique experience working with and learning directly from founders of California wineries.

A move to Ohio spurred her love affair with European wines and she launched several new wine labels. After that, a series of promotions working for Robert Mondavi brought her to Boston via the Northwest. In 2005, the Raymond family brought Judy in to manage their Northeast portfolio.

In 2010, with over twenty years of industry experience behind her, Judy realized the BEST way to fulfill her passion for enjoying fine wine and great food with interesting people (while still paying the rent!) was to embark on her greatest adventure yet. Best Year Ever Wine Agency was born.

At Best Year Ever, Judy helps wine companies and distributors define and achieve their sales goals while respecting their brand and company image. She is a proud recipient of the title “Certified Specialist of Wine” from the Society of Wine Educators, an education organization whose mission is to advance wine education through professional development and certification.

The Wines:

Wine #1

2014 Torii Mor Pinot Blanc

750ml $21.99

Wine #2

2014 Torii Mor Pinot Gris

750ml $$21.99

Wine #3

2014 Hanzell Sebella Chardonnay

750ml $39.99

Wine #4

2014 Torii Mor Pinot Noir

750ml $29.99

Cider #1

Snowdrift Cornice Cider

750ml $16.99

Cider #2

Snowdrift Red Cider

750ml $16.99

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Liquor Industry News/Links 10-15-16

October 15, 2016

Liquor Industry News/Links

10-15-16

By: Mark C Lenzi

CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, IWS*

Held In Our Wine Room This Week

Franklin Wine Club Event

Zonin Italian Wines

Held October 11th In Our Wine Room

Read All About It:

Take Care

Franklin Liquors

Mike & Mark

Liquor Industry Week In Review

This Weeks Highlights:

Mass. liquor license caps targeted for reforms

Styles of Port and Their Pairings

Halloween Candy & Beer Pairings

AND MORE!

Franklin Liquors New Daily Newspaper

The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW)

Our Daily Wine Newspaper

http://www.cbsnews.com/news/why-you-should-order-that-hoppy-beer/

Why you should order that hoppy beer

The hops found in beer not only add flavor, but also may lessen the damaging effects of alcohol on the liver, a new study in mice suggests.

Is this the world’s most undrinkable wine?

Pinotage is South Africa’s signature varietal, but it’s also a lightning rod for controversy

http://www.marketwatch.com/story/is-this-the-worlds-most-undrinkable-wine-2016-10-07

Will SynBio replace the French Wine Industry?

Ava Winery is creating cheap, sustainable and customizable wine without grapes, yeast or fermentation. The company plans to commercialize its first product in the coming months, will they be able to steal customers from the most famous French wine companies?

http://labiotech.eu/ava-winery-synbio-replace-french-wine/

Battle Lines Drawn in Spain’s Wine War

The Rioja DO (appellation) is simply too large, covering 63,137.39 hectares, according to the census of 2013

http://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2016/10/battle-lines-drawn-in-spain-s-wine-war

Millennials Putting A Cork In $2 Chuck

Forget the $2 Chuck. A new survey of wine industry leaders has found that millennials are flocking to the higher priced premium wines

Couple toasting with wine

http://sanfrancisco.cbslocal.com/2016/09/30/millennials-putting-a-cork-in-2-chuck/

Beyond pairings: Cooking with beer

You’ve probably boiled bratwursts in lagers, used a pale ale for beer-can chicken or a porter in your chili, but there’s more to cooking with beer.

http://www.denverpost.com/2016/10/04/beyond-pairings-cooking-with-beer/?utm_source=Daily+Brew&utm_campaign=fce142363b-The+Daily+Brew%3A+October+7%2C+2016&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_935b7e0b70-fce142363b-36686829

Halloween Candy & Beer Pairings

It’s a tough job, but somebody’s got to do it!

https://beerandbrewing.com/EcUoq4GNMGMMIksOK02as/article/halloween-candy-and-beer-pairings?utm_source=Daily+Brew&utm_campaign=fce142363b-The+Daily+Brew%3A+October+7%2C+2016&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_935b7e0b70-fce142363b-36686829

Is the Hops Shortage Responsible for Boston Beer’s 50% Decline?

Almost 92 million pounds of hops will be produced this year, up 16% from last year and second only to the 94.7 million pounds produced in 2009.

http://www.fool.com/investing/2016/10/08/is-the-hops-shortage-responsible-for-boston-beers.aspx

Fancy a nice chilled bottle of ‘chocolate chip cookie dough beer’ anyone?

New Belgium Brewing has partnered with Ben & Jerry’s to make Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Ale a reality, giving new meaning to the notion of finishing the whole pint in one sitting.

http://www.lonelyplanet.com/news/2016/10/07/fancy-a-nice-chilled-bottle-of-chocolate-chip-cookie-dough-beer-anyone/

Wine Labels Won’t Change

TTB approval process gets simpler, but consumer-facing information will remain the same

http://www.winesandvines.com/template.cfm?section=news&content=175510

Fabulous wines from former football stars

Recent phenomenon of top-tier wine projects with former football stars at the helm.

We Have Bledsoe Wines In Stock!

http://thetahoeweekly.com/2016/10/fabulous-wines-former-football-stars/

This scientist/statistician says these gaps in wine score distributions are evidence of taster bias

9 Wine Terms that Everyone (Who Drinks) Should Know

Here are 9 wine words you need to know:

http://winefolly.com/tutorial/9-wine-terms-that-everyone-who-drinks-should-know/?utm_source=Wine+Folly&utm_campaign=7de9b748ca-RSS_EMAIL_CAMPAIGN&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_a18d8bdc1b-7de9b748ca-62472929&mc_cid=7de9b748ca&mc_eid=d73340fcba

Styles of Port and Their Pairings

Most Port has a semi-sweet to notably sweet taste profile and for this reason, Port has a reputation as a popular dessert wine.

http://winefolly.com/tutorial/styles-of-port-and-their-pairings/?utm_source=Wine+Folly&utm_campaign=7de9b748ca-RSS_EMAIL_CAMPAIGN&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_a18d8bdc1b-7de9b748ca-62472929&mc_cid=7de9b748ca&mc_eid=d73340fcba

Mergers and Acquisitions from Both Viewpoints Leaders of large wine companies detail reasoning behind current flurry of deals

Wineries are looking to expand their portfolios with wines selling for more than $20 per bottle at retail.

http://www.winesandvines.com/template.cfm?section=news&content=175444

Wine n Dine is a meal review app that looks like Instagram

Wine n Dine is an Instagram-style app that lets you follow other users in your area to see which meals they’re eating, and potentially take them up on their recommendation.

Joe Jonas, Gigi Hadid, Devon Windsor

https://techcrunch.com/2016/10/05/wine-n-dine-is-a-meal-review-app-that-looks-like-instagram/

Mass. liquor license caps targeted for reforms

After repeatedly seeing their efforts stifled, supporters of revamping the state’s liquor license approval process say they are not giving up.

http://www.southcoasttoday.com/news/20161009/mass-liquor-license-caps-targeted-for-reforms

CROWN ROYAL LAUNCHES VANILLA-FLAVOURED WHISKY

Crown Royal Vanilla (35% abv), which has been infused with Madagascar Bourbon Vanilla, is now available nationwide across the US at an RRP of US$24.99.

http://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2016/10/crown-royal-launches-vanilla-flavoured-whisky/

WineShop.TV Launches First of Its Kind Wine Shopping Channel on Roku

Wine enthusiasts can enjoy the beauty of wine country and wine shopping from the comfort of their living room.

http://wineindustryadvisor.com/2016/10/10/wineshop-tv-launches-shopping-channel-roku

59 of the Best Pumpkin Beers, Blind-Tasted and Ranked

A casual glance at any pumpkin beer-related headline in 2016 will pretty much inexorably lead readers to only one conclusion: The old, grand gourd ain’t what she used to be.

https://www.pastemagazine.com/articles/2016/10/59-of-the-best-pumpkin-beers-blind-tasted-and-rank.html?utm_source=Daily+Brew&utm_campaign=0b43a72b16-The+Daily+Brew%3A+October+10%2C+2016&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_935b7e0b70-0b43a72b16-36686829

Siberian wine could be coming to a table near you

Siberia is known for its bitter, snowy winters – hardly the conditions associated with a thriving wine industry.

http://www.bbc.com/news/world-europe-37493164

The Coolest Wine Labels of Fall 2016

This season’s line-up is an intriguing array of artist-inspired wine labels.

http://www.forbes.com/sites/katiebell/2016/10/10/the-coolest-wine-labels-of-2016-part-ii/#10c39d70367e

What Grapes Make the Best Wine Blends?

Each grape variety that’s added to a wine blend contributes a special attribute, which combines to create a perfectly well-rounded, rich and smooth tasting wine. Wines from Bordeaux and Champagne are world-renowned for their exceptional wine blends.

http://winefolly.com/tutorial/what-grapes-make-the-best-wine-blends/

New Menage a Trois

Trinchero Family Estates is introducing Ménage à Trois Gold, a Chardonnay-focused blend. The new wine ($12), which is composed of Chardonnay, Viognier and Verdelho, brings the Ménage à Trois portfolio to a total of 16 wines, including six blends. The brand grew 9.1% to 2.7 million cases in the U.S. last year, according to Impact Databank.

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Artisanal, Handcrafted Wines And Ciders From The West Coast

Guest Host: Judy Lebel

BestYearEverWine.com

The Wines:

The Ciders:

About Our Guest Host:

Judy Lebel, CSW, Founder

Saturday October 22^nd

Crave Mead

Crave Meadery Road Trip

Guest Host: Rachel Humphries

Crave Mead would like to welcome the Franklin Wine Club to our establishment, on the evening of October 22, 2016, for your 50th meeting. We have been open for 16 months and we would like to share with you how it all began and what we see in our future. Our space is about 700 square feet so our tour is easy but filled with information from bees, honey, production, and our final product.

We will be taking reservations for 15 people from 4:30pm – 5:30pm and another 15 people from 6pm – 7pm. There will be a registration fee of $12/person which includes a Crave Mead stemless wine glass with tasting and an 8 oz.jar of our honey. The Meads we will sample are our Dry, Crème Brule, Blackcurrant, Pomegranate Sour Cherry, Strawberry, Peach, Pyment, Apple Cobbler, Cranberry Orange, Blueberry and Pear. We will serve crackers and cheese as well. The flavors will be available for purchasing at our Meadery at the end of your tasting experience.

We are located at 7 Main Street, Blackstone, MA. Look for the Animal Arts sign, that is where we are located. Our parking is extremely limited, however, there is plenty of parking across the street in the Dunkin Donuts and Park n Shop parking lot. We look forward to having Franklin Wine Club at our Meadery.

430-530 Seating RSVP:

https://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/234619846/

6:00-7:00 Seating RSVP

https://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/234619946/

November 5^th

Boston Winery

Host Vito Bruno

California, Chile, Italy, and South Africa.

November 12^th

Rhone Valley French Wines

Host Jo-Ann Ross

November 17^th

10 Grape Varietals To Understand Italy

Host Ciro

http://cfweb.smartedu.net/lll/forms/ADULT%20EDUCATION%20DOCS/Fall%202016%20online%20brochure.pdf

Thursday Nov 3^rd

Wine Glass Painting

Linda Kabat and Mark Lenzi

Note: Participants must be over 21 years of age Day/Dates: Thursday, Nov 3rd
Time: 6:30 TO 9:00 pm
Number of Sessions: 1

Location: Franklin Liquors, 363 East Central St., Franklin
Cost: $45

Medway Community Education

Tuesday Nov 8th

Wine Tote Bag Painting And Tasting

Hosts: Linda Kabat and Mark Lenzi

Join the Franklin Art Center and Franklin Liquors for a wine painting event. In this class you will be painting your own 6 wine reusable tote bag.

You will taste and explore wines. Bring your creative minds and wine questions.

Note: Participants must be over 21 years of age Day/Dates: Tuesday, Nov 8th

Time: 6:30 TO 9:00 pm

Location: Franklin Liquors, 363 East Central St., Franklin

Cost: $45

http://www.medwayschools.org/sites/medwayps/files/file/file/fall_brochure_16-final.pdf

Tri-County Adult Education

October 27^th

Exploring Italian Wines

https://registration.xenegrade.com/tri-county/courseDisplay.cfm?schID=2096

November 10^th

Wine Tasting 101

Participants must be 21 years of age

https://registration.xenegrade.com/tri-county/courseDisplay.cfm?schID=2097

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Franklin Wine Club Italian Wines Of Zonin

October 12, 2016

https://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/234390906/

Italian Wines Of Zonin

Tuesday October 11th 2016

Guest Hosts:

Francesco Rabellino

Wayne Dobrutsky

About Zonin:

With its close ties to the land for the past seven generations, the Zonin family heads the largest private vine growing and winemaking company in Italy (and one of the most important in Europe as well.)

The heart of the company is located in Gambellara, in the province of Vicenza, an oasis of lush green hills, meticulously arranged vineyards, and also the ancestral home of the Zonin family.

Today the Zonin family honor their family’s historical passion for the vineyard, the sine qua non for producing high-quality wines, by including “Vintners since 1821” on their logo.

About Our Host:

Francesco Rabellino was born in Ventimiglia, on the Italian Riviera and raised between the rugged Ligurian shorelines and the gentle slopes of Dolcetto in the Langhe Region. Francesco left his native country in his early 20ies and developed a strong multicultural background throughout his travels, becoming fluent in 5 languages

A true wine and food aficionado, Francesco has been a strong promoter in the US of his country’s traditions and of the Italian excellence for decades. Among other endeavors, Mr. Rabellino has been a restauranteur in NYC in the 1990’s, and his Ligurian restaurant “Cinque Terre” was awarded 2-stars from the New York Times.

Francesco has excelled in the wine business for 20 years, the past 11 of which with his current employer, Zonin USA. His position today is northeast division manager, overseeing all aspects of business development in NY and the northeast region.

The Wines:

Wine #1

2015 Zonin Winemakers Collection Pinot Noir

1.5Lml $10.99

Wine #2

2013 Castello del Poggio Barbera d’Asti

750ml $$15.99

Wine #3

2015 Rocca di Montemassi Maremma Toscana Le Focaie

750ml $14.99

Wine #4

2014 Masseria Altemura Salento Primitivo Sasseo

750ml $15.99

Wine #5

2012 Feudo Principi di Butera Symposio

750ml $22.99

Wine #6

N/V Castello del Poggio Rosato

750ml $10.99

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Franklin, Ma 02038

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Liquor Industry News/Links 10-08-16

October 8, 2016

Liquor Industry News/Links

10-08-16

https://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/234619846/

By: Mark C Lenzi

CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, IWS*

Held In Our Wine Room This Week
Franklin Wine Club Event
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Held October 6th In Our Wine Room

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New Plaza Sign

Thank You NHS Print For Our New Sign
Welcome Delux Tux!

Upcoming Events

Thursday October 20th
Artisanal,Handcrafted Wines And Ciders From The West Coast

Guest Host: Judy Lebel
http://www.BestYearEverWine.com

The Wines:
As one of the Willamette Valley’s oldest wineries Torii Mor started with the vision to pursue elegant, Old World style wines in 1993. Jacques Tardy, 5th generation winemaker from Nuits St Georges, has been producing our wines with elegance and balance for nearly 15 years. The name Torii Mor derives from the Torii gate in the property’s Japanese garden and the ancient Scandinavian word for earth. Together the name is a nod to Pinot’s expression of terroir and connection to the earth. Pinot Blanc, Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir.

Hanzell is one of California’s iconic Chardonnay and Pinot Noir producers. Established in 1948 with the vision “to produce wines equal to the finest in the world” our Estate sits atop the Mayacamas Mountains in Sonoma Valley’s Moon Mountain AVA. 46 acres of vineyard are planted on a 148 acre estate. Hand tended vineyards, hand harvested and hand sorted grapes, making the way for exceptional wines. In 2012 we introduced our “Sebella” Chardonnay from younger vines and made in a more modern style.

The Ciders:
It is from the 2nd and 3rd generations of apple farmers that Snowdrift Cider was born. This 2 ingredient beverage is hand crafted from a variety of tree-ripened apples and fermented with Champagne yeast. Modeled after the dry, English ciders, our Cornice is partially aged in used whisky barrels and our Red is crafted from red-fleshed apples. Both are dry on the palate and offer clean, crisp apple flavors. From the heart of Washington State apple country and available in only 7 states!
About Our Guest Host:
Judy Lebel, CSW, Founder
Judy began her wine career in San Diego, presenting boutique wines to restaurants and hotels, where she brought not only great wines to their tables, but her unique experience working with and learning directly from founders of California wineries.
A move to Ohio spurred her love affair with European wines and she launched several new wine labels. After that, a series of promotions working for Robert Mondavi brought her to Boston via the Northwest. In 2005, the Raymond family brought Judy in to manage their Northeast portfolio.
In 2010, with over twenty years of industry experience behind her, Judy realized the BEST way to fulfill her passion for enjoying fine wine and great food with interesting people (while still paying the rent!) was to embark on her greatest adventure yet. Best Year Ever Wine Agency was born.
At Best Year Ever, Judy helps wine companies and distributors define and achieve their sales goals while respecting their brand and company image. She is a proud recipient of the title “Certified Specialist of Wine” from the Society of Wine Educators, an education organization whose mission is to advance wine education through professional development and certification.
https://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/234598476/

Saturday October 22^nd

Crave Meadery Road Trip

Guest Host: Rachel Humphries

430-530 Seating RSVP:

6:00-7:00 Seating RSVP

https://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/234619946/

Happy Columbus Day Weekend

Take Care

Franklin Liquors

Mike & Mark

Liquor Industry Week In Review

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

Spanish ageing explained

What Is A Pumpkin Beer?

How Does Alcohol Work?

AND MORE!

Franklin Liquors New Daily Newspaper

The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW)

Our Daily Wine Newspaper

http://blog.forbestravelguide.com/3-german-wine-regions-oenophiles-must-visit-this-fall?mc_cid=3e82ceb142&mc_eid=9926f18b2a#cmpid=vmeewes

3 German Wine Regions Oenophiles Must Visit This Fall

German wine, which has historically taken a backseat to French, Italian and Spanish pours, is going through a revival of late

Petaluma Gap, Ripe for a New AVA?

Will the this region within the Sonoma Coast soon be made an official American Viticultural Area (AVA)?

http://www.winemag.com/2016/09/29/petaluma-gap-ripe-for-a-new-ava/

Everything You Know About Wine is Wrong

And why that matters for conservation of wildlife and the environmental sustainability of the industry

http://www.wine-economics.org/aawe/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/AAWE_WP204.pdf

ELECTRONIC TONGUE INVENTED TO TASTE-TEST WINE

Researchers from the University of South Australia have developed an electronic device they claim can accurately determine the age and quality of a wine.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2016/09/electronic-tongue-invented-to-taste-test-wine/

15 Things You Didn’t Know You Could Do With Beer

There are plenty of things you can do with the fermented alcohol aside from drink it.

http://www.glamour.com/story/beer-hacks?utm_source=Daily+Brew&utm_campaign=40ad265138-The+Daily+Brew%3A+September+30%2C+2016&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_935b7e0b70-40ad265138-36686829

A Growing Champagne Trend Is Uncorking More Ways To Celebrate

When trying to demystify wine, one of the most misunderstood challenges for consumers can be the fizzy stuff.

http://www.npr.org/sections/thesalt/2016/09/30/495634854/a-growing-champagne-trend-is-uncorking-more-ways-to-celebrate

Ready For Pumpkin Captain Morgan?

Captain Morgan brand is set to roll out a new Jack-O’Blast Limited Edition Pumpkin Spiced Rum. The new entry targets the shot occasion with a blend of Caribbean rum and seasonal flavors of pumpkin, cinnamon and other spices. Jack-O’Blast’s spherical bottle is similar to that of Captain Morgan Cannon Blast, and features orange and green colors. Retailing at $15.99 a 750-ml., the seasonal extension is launching nationwide for a limited time. Captain Morgan’s U.S. volume slipped 0.5% to 6.4 million nine-liter cases in the U.S. last year, according to Impact Databank.

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Our Favorite Coffee-Flavored Beers

Many of us drink coffee throughout the day, until it’s socially acceptable to pour ourselves a beer. But why separate the two?

https://beerandbrewing.com/59zG9DfypOUs0s4yOC2OW8/article/our-favorite-coffee-flavored-beers?utm_source=Daily+Brew&utm_campaign=3ce70ba297-The+Daily+Brew%3A+September+29%2C+2016&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_935b7e0b70-3ce70ba297-36686829

How Does Alcohol Work?

The fascinating mechanisms behind one of the world’s oldest and most popular intoxicants.

http://themuse.ca/2016/09/28/pop-science-how-does-alcohol-work/

Barefoot wine: Why it’s so popular

Barefoot wine will soon be the best-selling brand in the U.S.

https://www.winecurmudgeon.com/barefoot-wine-popular/#comment-5553

Inside the US private label business

Not only are there two major kinds of private label, there are also several legal and supply chain hurdles to overcome to do it successfully.

https://www.meininger.de/en/wine-business-international/inside-us-private-label-business

SHOULD YOU EVER DECANT CHAMPAGNE?

And more sommeliers than ever are choosing to decant Champagne as they would a still wine, which brings up a few questions: why, when, and how?

http://vinepair.com/articles/should-you-decant-champagne/

In Italy, Pinot Grigio gets a varietal “Super DOC”

The name IGP (Indicazione Geografica Protetta or Protected Geographical Indication, formerly IGT or Indicazione Georgrafica Tipica) is not enough anymore because it’s a lower level than the DOC. So, the producers wanted to create the new DOC Pinot Grigio Delle Venezie.

http://palatepress.com/2016/10/wine/in-italy-pinot-grigio-gets-a-varietal-doc/

Then and now: 25 years have changed tastes for California wines

Pumpkin beer skeptic finds 8 pumpkin beers worth drinking

A list of winners that should continue to be available through October.

http://www.chicagotribune.com/dining/foodfocus/ct-best-pumpkin-beers-food-1005-20160930-story.html

‘SCREWCAPS ARE NOT THE FUTURE’

Penfolds’ chief winemaker does not believe screwcaps are the future of closures, at least in the higher end of the market, revealing that the company is now investigating glass as the best alternative to cork for some of its bottles.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2016/10/peter-gago-screw-caps-are-not-the-future/

What Is A Pumpkin Beer?

It’s a craze that’s sweeping the nation, invading our candles, coffee, and beer. Most of us welcome it with open arms each autumn, pairing it with fiery colored trees and tractor rides. Pumpkin has a long history in the United States.

http://thorpedistributing.com/craft-beer/what-is-a-pumpkin-beer/?utm_source=Daily+Brew&utm_campaign=435040a2bb-The+Daily+Brew%3A+October+4%2C+2016&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_935b7e0b70-435040a2bb-36686829

Spanish ageing explained

Spain Buyer Catriona Felstead MW de-codes three of the terms you’ll see on Spanish wine labels: Crianza, Reserva and Gran Reserva.

http://bbrblog.com/2016/10/03/spanish-ageing-explained-2/

5 HAUNTED WINERIES THAT YOU NEED TO VISIT FOR A SCARE

Here are the stories of five haunted wineries to visit if you’re ever in need of a little scare.

http://vinepair.com/articles/5-haunted-wineries-need-visit-scare/

THE WINES OF CHILE AN INTRODUCTION

Chile is blessed with the ideal geography, geology and climate to produce wines that are both distinctive and outstanding.

https://grapecollective.com/articles/the-wines-of-chile-an-introduction

Constellation is no longer a wine & spirits company. It’s mostly beer now

New Sierra Nevada

Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. is set to launch two new labels—Sidecar Orange Pale Ale and Tropical Torpedo IPA—in January. Featuring orange peel and citrus-heavy hops, Sidecar Orange Pale Ale (5.3% abv) will be offered in six- and 12-packs of 12-ounce bottles, as well as on draft. Tropical Torpedo IPA (6.7% abv) is made using a proprietary dry-hopping method and will initially be sold in six-packs of 12-ounce bottles, with draft to follow later in the first quarter. Sierra Nevada, based in Chico, California, is ranked as the third-largest craft brewer in the U.S. according to the Brewers Association.

An Insider’s Guide to Gascony

Long ignored by mass tourism, this tranquil region is fast becoming France’s hot new destination

https://www.francetoday.com/travel/travel-features/an-insiders-guide-to-gascony/

5 Wine Shopping Tips For Fall

What does the change of season mean for our choice of wines?

http://www.forbes.com/sites/cathyhuyghe/2016/10/05/5-shopping-tips-for-fall-from-the-wine-aisle/#54957db872b9

Tales of tannat

Tannat lays claims to two stories. First, it is the plummy, spicy grape from Madiran, a red wine appellation from the South West of France, and second, it is the variety on which Uruguay is hanging its hopes.

https://www.meininger.de/en/wine-business-international/tales-of-tannat

Bronco to launch America’s first wine using the innovative Helix total packaging solution

Bronco Wine Company today announced that wines under its Red Truck® brand will feature the innovative Helix packaging, the world’s first cork stopper and glass bottle with easy-to-open and reclose technology.

https://www.winebusiness.com/newReleases/?go=getArticle&dataid=175387

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Liquor

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Franklin Wine Club Meeting

Wine Explorers wanted!

Join Our 420 Club Members!

How To attend and join

https://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/234390906/

October 11th

Italian Wines Of Zonin

Guest Hosts:

Francesco Rabellino

Wayne Dobrutsky

A night exploring the Italian wines from Zonin.

We will taste many varietals from various regions.

About Zonin:

The heart of the company is located in Gambellara, in the province of Vicenza, an oasis of lush green hills, meticulously arranged vineyards, and also the ancestral home of the Zonin family.

Today the Zonin family honor their family’s historical passion for the vineyard, the sine qua non for producing high-quality wines, by including “Vintners since 1821” on their logo.

About Our Host:

October 20th

Artisanal, Handcrafted Wines And Ciders From The West Coast

Guest Host: Judy Lebel

BestYearEverWine.com

The Wines:

The Ciders:

About Our Guest Host:

Judy Lebel, CSW, Founder

https://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/234598476/

Saturday October 22^nd

Crave Mead

Crave Meadery Road Trip

Guest Host: Rachel Humphries

430-530 Seating RSVP:

https://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/234619846/

6:00-7:00 Seating RSVP

https://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/234619946/

November 5^th

Boston Winery

Host Vito Bruno

California, Chile, Italy, and South Africa.

November 12^th

Rhone Valley French Wines

Host Jo-Ann Ross

November 17^th

10 Grape Varietals To Understand Italy

Host Ciro

http://cfweb.smartedu.net/lll/forms/ADULT%20EDUCATION%20DOCS/Fall%202016%20online%20brochure.pdf

October 13^th

Bagel And Wine Tasting

Franklin Liquors & Elizabeth’s Bagels

We have all had bagels and cream cheese.

Now try adding wine!

This will be an education on bagels and wine with fun pairings.

What wine works with what bagel?

Come and explore with us and be amazed!

Note: Attendees must be over 21 years of age. Class is limited to 36.
Day/Dates: Thursday, October 13
Time: 7:00 to 8:30 pm

Number of Sessions: 1
Location: Franklin Liquors, 363 East Central Street, Franklin
Cost: $35

Thursday Nov 3^rd

Wine Glass Painting

Linda Kabat and Mark Lenzi

Note: Participants must be over 21 years of age Day/Dates: Thursday, Nov 3rd
Time: 6:30 TO 9:00 pm
Number of Sessions: 1

Location: Franklin Liquors, 363 East Central St., Franklin
Cost: $45

http://cfweb.smartedu.net/lll/forms/ADULT%20EDUCATION%20DOCS/Fall%202016%20online%20brochure.pdf

Medway Community Education

Tuesday Nov 8th

Wine Tote Bag Painting And Tasting

Hosts: Linda Kabat and Mark Lenzi

Join the Franklin Art Center and Franklin Liquors for a wine painting event. In this class you will be painting your own 6 wine reusable tote bag.

You will taste and explore wines. Bring your creative minds and wine questions.

Note: Participants must be over 21 years of age Day/Dates: Tuesday, Nov 8th

Time: 6:30 TO 9:00 pm

Location: Franklin Liquors, 363 East Central St., Franklin

Cost: $45

http://www.medwayschools.org/sites/medwayps/files/file/file/fall_brochure_16-final.pdf

Tri-County Adult Education

October 27^th

Exploring Italian Wines

https://registration.xenegrade.com/tri-county/courseDisplay.cfm?schID=2096

November 10^th

Wine Tasting 101

Participants must be 21 years of age

https://registration.xenegrade.com/tri-county/courseDisplay.cfm?schID=2097

Wine And Chocolate Events

Franklin Liquors And The Sugar Shoppe Partners For

Your Chocolate And Wine Events

Food And Wine Events

Our Partner

Watch For Our Upcoming TV Show!

Franklin Liquors Wine Education

Certified Specialist Of Wine-CSW

Certified Specialist Of Spirits-CSS

Society Of Wine Educators

California Wine Appellation Specialist-CWAS-San Francisco Wine School (First In MA)

French Wine Scholar FWS-(Instructor) Wine Scholar Guild

Quini Certified Educator- QCE (First In USA)

Italian Wine Specialist-IWS-North American Sommelier Association

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Franklin Wine Club Barton & Guestier Event

October 7, 2016

http://www.barton-guestier.com

French Wines Of Barton & Gustier

Thursday October 6th 2016

Host Chris Ferraro

About B&G

It was in 1725 that Irishman Thomas Barton settled in Bordeaux to start his company, which is today the city’s oldest winehouse still in activity… His grandson Hugh teamed up with Frenchman Daniel Guestier and in 1802 their partnership became official. From the Chartrons area in the center of Bordeaux, barrels and bottles were loaded on board of ships that sailed via the Garonne river to numerous countries, starting with Ireland, England, Holland and the USA to reach over 130 countries at present.

About Chris

Chris Ferraro is the New England Sales Director for Barton & Guestier USA. This is his third year with the brand, which itself dates back to 1725 and was the first company to ship French wine to the United States, imported by none other than Thomas Jefferson, himself. Prior to working in the beverage industry, Chris spent 3 years doing national sales for Banco Santander. Before the excursion into finance, Chris was a manager and hospitality consultant for 8 years with restaurants including Erbaluce, Mistral, Teatro, and Restaurant L. He graduated from Tufts University with a degree in International Relations.

The Wines:

Wine #1

2014 Barton & Guestier Passeport Bordeaux Blanc

750ml $9.99

Wine #2

2014 Thomas Barton Reserve Graves Blanc

750ml $$14.99

Wine #3

2014 Barton & Guestier Passeport Bordeaux Rouge

750ml $9.99

Wine #4

2012 Thomas Barton Reserve Saint-Emilion

750ml $19.99

Wine #5

N/V Barton & Guestier Heritage 290th

750ml $19.99

Wine #6

2013 Chateau Magnol Cru Bourgeois

750ml $21.99

Event Photos

Hosted By:

363 East Central St

Franklin, Ma 02038

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Liquor Industry News/Links 10-01-16

October 1, 2016

Liquor Industry News/Links

10-01-16

https://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/234390906/

By: Mark C Lenzi

CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, IWS*

Held In Our Wine Room This Week

Tri County Adult Education Class

“Wine Labels Truth And Lies”

Upcoming Events

Oct 11^th 7pm

Italian Wines Of Zonin

Guest Hosts:

Francesco Rabellino

Wayne Dobrutsky

A night exploring the Italian wines from Zonin.

We will taste many varietals from various regions.

About Zonin:

The heart of the company is located in Gambellara, in the province of Vicenza, an oasis of lush green hills, meticulously arranged vineyards, and also the ancestral home of the Zonin family.

Today the Zonin family honor their family’s historical passion for the vineyard, the sine qua non for producing high-quality wines, by including “Vintners since 1821” on their logo.

About Our Host:

Free RSVP Sign Up Here:

October 13th

Bagel And Wine Tasting

Franklin Liquors & Elizabeth’s Bagels

We have all had bagels and cream cheese.

Now try adding wine!

This will be an education on bagels and wine with fun pairings.

What wine works with what bagel?

Come and explore with us and be amazed!

Note: Attendees must be over 21 years of age. Class is limited to 36.
Day/Dates: Thursday, October 13
Time: 7:00 to 8:30 pm

Number of Sessions: 1
Location: Franklin Liquors, 363 East Central Street, Franklin
Cost: $35

Click to access Fall%202016%20online%20brochure.pdf

Take Care

Franklin Liquors

Mike & Mark

Liquor Industry Week In Review

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

The Curious Story of White Pinot Noir

Every Trick Your Waiter Uses to Rip You Off on Wine

What’s Really in Your Wine?

AND MORE!

Franklin Liquors New Daily Newspaper

The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW)

Our Daily Wine Newspaper

http://napavalleywineacademy.com/5-common-misconceptions-about-italian-wine/

5 Common Misconceptions About Italian Wine

There is a lot to learn! After all, Italy is the world’s largest producer of wine—but Italian wine is neither mysterious nor incomprehensible, and most importantly, students should not fear the study of Italian wines.

Lifecycle of a Wine Grapevine

You may have heard the phrase “great wine is made in the vineyard” and it’s true! Great wines come from great grapes. So, let’s take a look at the lifecycle of a grapevine and learn how each season affects that year’s vintage.

http://winefolly.com/review/lifecycle-of-a-wine-grapevine/?utm_source=Wine+Folly&utm_campaign=730c61ce85-RSS_EMAIL_CAMPAIGN&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_a18d8bdc1b-730c61ce85-62472929&mc_cid=730c61ce85&mc_eid=d73340fcba

I Just Spilled Red Wine All Over, Now What?

You just spilled red wine on yourself or someone else… now what?

http://winefolly.com/tutorial/i-just-spilled-red-wine-all-over-now-what/?utm_source=Wine+Folly&utm_campaign=730c61ce85-RSS_EMAIL_CAMPAIGN&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_a18d8bdc1b-730c61ce85-62472929&mc_cid=730c61ce85&mc_eid=d73340fcba

Gluten-Free Beers to Try—Whether Or Not You Avoid Gluten

Some of the most interesting beers out there now are entirely gluten-free. Built on flavorful bases of millet, sorghum and more, they rate regardless of dietary dictates

http://www.wsj.com/articles/gluten-free-beers-to-trywhether-or-not-you-avoid-gluten-1474562706?utm_source=Daily+Brew&utm_campaign=5d652f5026-The+Daily+Brew%3A+September+23%2C+2016&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_935b7e0b70-5d652f5026-36686829

Get Your Pumpkin On: Our Favorite Pumpkin Beers of 2016 (so far)

If you’ve been to the beer store lately, surely you’ve noticed that it’s the time of year where we have pumpkin beer up to our tonsils.

https://beerandbrewing.com/21B4c2wxgIyEaUegCgUGek/article/get-your-pumpkin-on-our-favorite-pumpkin-beers-of-2016-so-far?utm_source=Daily+Brew&utm_campaign=5d652f5026-The+Daily+Brew%3A+September+23%2C+2016&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_935b7e0b70-5d652f5026-36686829

THE PERFECT WINE PAIRING FOR YOUR FAVORITE SUSHI

Sushi is one of those cuisines many will tell you is hard to pair with wine.

http://vinepair.com/wine-blog/perfect-wine-pairing-favorite-sushi-infographic/

FIELD TRIPS: SICILIAN AND PROUD

A visit to a winery in Sicily is not only a lesson in terroir, but wine identity.

https://www.alcoholprofessor.com/blog/2016/09/22/field-trips-sicilian-and-proud/

The Specter of Smoke Tainted Wine

Central Coast wildfires cause winemaker worry, but can science be the savior?

http://www.winemag.com/2016/09/22/the-specter-of-smoke-tainted-wine/

Spain’s Great Grapes

If there is one native Spanish grape that a typical wine drinker will know, it is Tempranillo, and for most consumers, the story ends there

https://www.guildsomm.com/stay_current/features/b/miquel_hudin/posts/spain-great-grapes

Electric Wine Aerator

Aerating by pouring wine into a traditional decanter bottle requires 30 minutes to 1 hour to achieve the full effect. An electric aerator accelerates aeration through a patented air injection process and dispenses fully aerated wine directly from bottle to glass with the touch of a button.

https://trinketgrab.com/products/electric-wine-aerator?variant=28427398915

How does a wine’s color affect what we think of its flavor?

Our brains learned to make predictions and say, ‘OK, I’ve learned that when I see a ripe red fruit color, it’s probably going to be sweet.

http://www.pri.org/stories/2016-09-24/how-does-wines-color-affect-what-we-think-its-flavor

A master sommelier told us how much you really need to spend to get a good bottle of wine — and it’s less than you’d think

Take $15 as a good starting point if you want to figure out what wine made from a certain type of grape or from a certain region of the world is supposed to taste like.

http://www.businessinsider.com/how-much-you-should-spend-on-wine-2016-9

HOW LONG CAN YOU KEEP CHAMPAGNE IN THE REFRIGERATOR?

If you’ve got some sparkling wine that’s been in the fridge for more than a month, go ahead and take it out now. We’ll wait.

http://vinepair.com/articles/champagne-refrigerator-time/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=f5e1973659-Sep_25_2016&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-f5e1973659-38937345

14 of the Best Beers to Try This Oktoberfest

Since 1810, the Germans have been whooping it up each fall—drawing millions of visitors who come to dance, play carnival games, eat, and consume enormous amounts of beer while celebrating the wedding of a long-dead Bavarian prince.

http://www.forbes.com/sites/karlaalindahao/2016/09/25/best-beers-to-try-this-oktoberfest-2016/#33d787234f37

KNOB CREEK TO LOSE 9YO AGE STATEMENT

The age statement is coming off the bottle in the US, Canada and Australia

http://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2016/09/knob-creek-to-lose-age-statement/

What is Malolactic Fermentation?

If you love a buttery, creamy texture in wine you can give credit to a mere bacterium named leuconostoc, an expert at conducting malolactic fermentation

http://www.forbes.com/sites/katiebell/2016/09/23/ask-a-winemaker-what-is-malolactic-fermentation/#75ec2abb66ff

What’s Really in Your Wine?

Grapes and yeast, sure. But what about Zyme-O-Clear, Gelaxina or mega purple?

http://www.foodandwine.com/wine/whats-really-in-your-wine

HOW TO CORRECTLY PRONOUNCE FRENCH WINE REGIONS

Ever find yourself standing in the middle of a wine shop with zero idea of how to pronounce the words on the bottle? Fear no more!

http://vinepair.com/articles/how-to-correctly-pronounce-french-wine-regions/

Every Trick Your Waiter Uses to Rip You Off on Wine

If someone comes in and they know their wine, then go straight to the bottle they want. But most people don’t know what to do with a list that big, and they want to hear descriptions, and they want to look good in front of their guests, so they will easily get sold.

https://munchies.vice.com/en/articles/every-trick-your-waiter-uses-to-rip-you-off-on-wine

Which Wine Apps Actually Help You Choose and Buy the Best Wine?

A new wine app claims to predict whether you’ll like a wine before you taste it. It joins hundreds of others trying to own the market of tech-savvy oenophiles.

http://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2016-09-26/the-best-wine-apps-for-choosing-buying-and-remembering-bottles

Ordering wine: 5 strategies to impress

Wine brings people together — but sometimes the people it brings to your table are ones you particularly want to impress, like a business client or your future in-laws.

Waiter or sommelier in a tuxedo holding a bottle of wine (Thinkstock)

http://www.mercurynews.com/2016/09/26/ordering-wine-5-strategies-to-impress/

TIM JAMES: ON WINE SCORING SYSTEMS

Everyone knows that the 100-point system is really a 50-point system – with scores from 50-100.

http://winemag.co.za/tim-james-on-wine-scoring-systems/comment-page-1/

Piedmont Wine Map of Italy

One of the best ways to explore Piedmont (or as they say “peh-ah-MON-tey”), Italy is through its wines.

http://winefolly.com/review/piedmont-wine-map-of-italy/

Chianti bids to join UNESCO world heritage club

Chianti Classico winemakers are bidding to get their region listed as a UNESCO world heritage site, following in the footsteps of Barolo, Champagne, Burgundy and St-Emilion.

http://www.decanter.com/wine/wine-regions/tuscany/chianti-unesco-bid-launched-332153/

KAHLÚA LAUNCHES CHILLI CHOCOLATE LIQUEUR

The new offering is said to blend rich chocolate with hot chilli and aims to “spice up everyday celebrations and social hang outs” in time for the winter season.

http://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2016/09/kahlua-launches-chilli-chocolate-liqueur/

Tip of the Mitt Shakes Up the Michigan Wine Map

State gains first new AVA in nearly three decades

http://www.hourdetroit.com/Hour-Detroit/September-2016/Tip-of-the-Mitt-shakes-up-the-Michigan-wine-map/

More than just the Chardonnay at Rombauer

Koerner Rombauer founded the winery in 1982 and still lives on the estate

http://www.winesandvines.com/blog/?p=1&t=0&a=0&d=175098&r=1&n=52

Mauzac: Obscure French grape has notable role in wine history

Mauzac is one of those grapes with an implied question mark in its name. As in: “Mauzac? What’s that?” Obscure though it may be, it’s also one of the most historically significant varieties in wine. Because, without mauzac, we might not have Champagne.

http://www.theglobeandmail.com/life/food-and-wine/wine/mauzac-obscure-french-grape-has-notable-role-in-wine-history/article32072002/

Does The Type Of Glass You Choose Affect The Taste Of Champagne?

Most wine professionals will be quite particular over the style of glass they drink from, some will have their favorites and many will advice to what should be and should not be used in order to reveal the full potential of the Champagne

https://www.glassofbubbly.com/type-glass-choose-effect-taste-champagne/

The Curious Story of White Pinot Noir

Will white Pinot Noir ever become a more widely known category? Or just appreciated by curious winemakers and treasure-hunting consumers?

White wine in a glass

We Have some in stock!!

http://www.winemag.com/2016/09/27/the-curious-story-of-white-pinot-noir/

How to chill any wine in 7 minutes flat

Don’t you know the seven-minute wine chilling trick?

http://www.businessinsider.com/how-to-chill-any-wine-in-7-minutes-flat-2016-9

New Truly Spiked Flavor

Boston Beer Co. has extended its Truly Spiked & Sparkling range with a new Sicilian Blood Orange offering. Rolling out nationwide, the 5%-abv entry will be available in six-packs of 12-ounce bottles ($10-$11 each). Sicilian Blood Orange marks the fourth flavor in Truly Spiked & Sparkling’s stable, joining existing Colima Lime, Grapefruit & Pomelo and Pomegranate expressions. Launched earlier this year, the Truly Spiked & Sparkling hard seltzers tout 100 calories per serving, with Boston Beer positioning the brand as a lighter alternative to wine, beer and cocktails.

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Franklin Wine Club Meeting

Wine Explorers wanted!

Join Our 420 Club Members!

How To attend and join

https://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/234044902/

October 6^th

Barton-Gustier French Wines

Host Chris Ferraro

About B&G

www.barton-guestier.com

About Chris

October 11th

Italian Wines Of Zonin

Guest Hosts:

Francesco Rabellino

Wayne Dobrutsky

A night exploring the Italian wines from Zonin.

We will taste many varietals from various regions.

About Zonin:

The heart of the company is located in Gambellara, in the province of Vicenza, an oasis of lush green hills, meticulously arranged vineyards, and also the ancestral home of the Zonin family.

Today the Zonin family honor their family’s historical passion for the vineyard, the sine qua non for producing high-quality wines, by including “Vintners since 1821” on their logo.

About Our Host:

https://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/234390906/

October 20th

Washington Ciders And Wines

Saturday October 22^nd

Crave Mead

November 5^th

Boston Winery

Host Vito Bruno

California, Chile, Italy, and South Africa.

November 12^th

Rhone Valley French Wines

Host Jo-Ann Ross

November 17^th

10 Grape Varietals To Understand Italy

Host Ciro

http://cfweb.smartedu.net/lll/forms/ADULT%20EDUCATION%20DOCS/Fall%202016%20online%20brochure.pdf

October 13^th

Bagel And Wine Tasting

Franklin Liquors & Elizabeth’s Bagels

We have all had bagels and cream cheese.

Now try adding wine!

This will be an education on bagels and wine with fun pairings.

What wine works with what bagel?

Come and explore with us and be amazed!

Note: Attendees must be over 21 years of age. Class is limited to 36.
Day/Dates: Thursday, October 13
Time: 7:00 to 8:30 pm

Number of Sessions: 1
Location: Franklin Liquors, 363 East Central Street, Franklin
Cost: $35

Thursday Nov 3^rd

Wine Glass Painting

Linda Kabat and Mark Lenzi

Note: Participants must be over 21 years of age Day/Dates: Thursday, Nov 3rd
Time: 6:30 TO 9:00 pm
Number of Sessions: 1

Location: Franklin Liquors, 363 East Central St., Franklin
Cost: $45

http://cfweb.smartedu.net/lll/forms/ADULT%20EDUCATION%20DOCS/Fall%202016%20online%20brochure.pdf

Medway Community Education

Tuesday Nov 8th

Wine Tote Bag Painting And Tasting

Hosts: Linda Kabat and Mark Lenzi

Join the Franklin Art Center and Franklin Liquors for a wine painting event. In this class you will be painting your own 6 wine reusable tote bag.

You will taste and explore wines. Bring your creative minds and wine questions.

Note: Participants must be over 21 years of age Day/Dates: Tuesday, Nov 8th

Time: 6:30 TO 9:00 pm

Location: Franklin Liquors, 363 East Central St., Franklin

Cost: $45

http://www.medwayschools.org/sites/medwayps/files/file/file/fall_brochure_16-final.pdf

Tri-County Adult Education

October 27^th

Exploring Italian Wines

https://registration.xenegrade.com/tri-county/courseDisplay.cfm?schID=2096

November 10^th

Wine Tasting 101

Participants must be 21 years of age

https://registration.xenegrade.com/tri-county/courseDisplay.cfm?schID=2097

Wine And Chocolate Events

Franklin Liquors And The Sugar Shoppe Partners For

Your Chocolate And Wine Events

Food And Wine Events

Our Partner

Watch For Our Upcoming TV Show!

Franklin Liquors Wine Education

Certified Specialist Of Wine-CSW

Certified Specialist Of Spirits-CSS

Society Of Wine Educators

California Wine Appellation Specialist-CWAS-San Francisco Wine School (First In MA)

French Wine Scholar FWS-(Instructor) Wine Scholar Guild

Quini Certified Educator- QCE (First In USA)

Italian Wine Specialist-IWS-North American Sommelier Association

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Liquor Industry News/Links 09-24-16

September 24, 2016

Liquor Industry News/Links

09-24-16

https://www.winescholarguild.org/france/top-exam-scorers/mark-c-lenzi-fws.html

By: Mark C Lenzi

CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, QCE, IWS*

Franklin Wine Club Event

Franklin Liquors Hosted September 20th

Proemio Winery Argentina

Read All About It

http://ow.ly/vZuB304pZXO

Mark Is Now A French Wine Scholar (FWS) Instructor

Will Partner With Vinitas Wineworks, Tri-County And The Wine Scholar Guild

To Teach And Host FWS Classes In Franklin Liquors Wine Room.

Take Care

Franklin Liquors

Mike & Mark

Liquor Industry Week In Review

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

Is Beer Actually Healthier Than Milk?

Can you judge a wine by its label?

Wine and GMO labeling

AND MORE!

Franklin Liquors New Daily Newspaper

The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW)

Our Daily Wine Newspaper

http://www.medicaldaily.com/color-wine-why-tint-and-light-affect-how-we-perceive-flavor-397784

New Apothic

E.&J. Gallo is extending its Apothic wine brand with a new red blend called Inferno. A small-batch, limited release, Inferno is aged in charred, white oak whiskey barrels for 60 days. The 15.9% abv offering is rolling out nationally at around $16 a bottle. Apothic, an Impact “Hot Brand,” has added more than 1 million cases to its total since 2012, advancing 14% to 2.5 million cases last year, according to Impact Databank.

New Coppola

Francis Ford Coppola Winery has debuted a limited edition of The Director’s Cut blend in partnership with media and entertainment company Technicolor. The Director’s Cut 2014 Technicolor is a blend of Malbec, Syrah, Petite Sirah, Merlot, Cabernet and Zinfandel sourced primarily from Dry Creek Valley. The limited edition ($30 a bottle) is launching in select on- and off-premise accounts such as Whole Foods, Rustic, and Café Zoetrope, as well as at the Francis Ford Coppola Winery. The new release follows the winery’s August launch of The Director’s Great Movies range as an offshoot of the its Director’s Collection series.

Color Of Wine: Why Tint And Light Affect How We Perceive Flavor

To the layman, wine comes in three colors: Red, white, and for the more fancy of us, rosé. However, as revealed by winemaker David Munksgard in a recent segment on Science Friday, subtle differences in a wine’s tint can affect how our brain perceives its flavor, whether we realize it or not.

55 Oktoberfest/Märzen Beers, Blind-Tasted and Ranked

Since 1950, the traditional celebration of Munich’s Oktoberfest has been kicked off with a cry from the incumbent mayor of the city: “O’zapft is!” Loose translation, from the Austro-Bavarian dialect: “It’s tapped!”

https://www.pastemagazine.com/articles/2016/09/55-oktoberfestmarzen-beers-blind-tasted-and-ranked.html?utm_source=Daily+Brew&utm_campaign=2c6a7ba3b9-The+Daily+Brew%3A+September+14%2C+2016&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_935b7e0b70-2c6a7ba3b9-36686829

Pizza And Wine Pairing

The only thing better than eating pizza is pairing your pizza with wine!

http://vinepair.com/wine-pizza-pairing-app/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=5a81d16e81-Sep_14_2016&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-5a81d16e81-38937345

Are Wine Ratings Good for Wine Investment?

Wine ratings were first introduced at the University of California at Davis in 1959 with their 20-Point Scale. Perhaps in a testament to the importance of aligning information to consumer intuition, Parker’s 100 point scale introduced in 1975 was the first real success, even though the useful range appears to be only about twenty points – 80 to 100.

http://www.forbes.com/sites/auctionforecast/2016/09/14/are-wine-ratings-good-for-wine-investment/#460876c42f5d

Move Over, Margaritas: Welcome To Mexico’s Vibrant Wine Valley

While I would never encourage anyone to abandon tequila, I would suggest perhaps considering a new addition to wet your palate: Mexican wines.

http://www.forbes.com/sites/kristinbraswell/2016/09/14/move-over-margaritas-welcome-to-mexicos-vibrant-wine-valley/#1ea6e6674b88

Americans moving in on Piedmont

People went ‘crazy’ when news broke that a US family had bought the historic Vietti winery in Barolo country. Jane Anson visited Piedmont to test the local sentiment and get the inside track on the sale…

http://www.decanter.com/wine-news/opinion/news-blogs-anson/vietti-sale-americans-piedmont-330786/

The trendy wines of 2016: natural, orange, new wave Aussie, English sparkling, and more

Drinkers are branching out to try Greek, eastern European and Turkish vintages, while premium rosé continues its ascent and North Americans experiment with red blends

http://www.scmp.com/lifestyle/food-drink/article/2018884/trendy-wines-2016-natural-orange-new-wave-aussie-english

THE PERFECT BEER PAIRING FOR EVERY POTATO CHIP FLAVOR

French Wine Exploration Map

If you drank a new wine each night, it would take 8 years to drink your way through France.

http://winefolly.com/review/french-wine-exploration-map/?utm_source=Wine+Folly&utm_campaign=9faa45ede2-RSS_EMAIL_CAMPAIGN&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_a18d8bdc1b-9faa45ede2-62472929&mc_cid=9faa45ede2&mc_eid=d73340fcba

FORGET FRANCE, DRINK WINE FROM THESE 7 UNEXPECTED COUNTRIES INSTEAD

Just when you thought there were no new wine countries to discover, influences such as climate change, new energy and investments, and changing political conditions are throwing new regions into the mix.

http://vinepair.com/articles/forget-france-drink-wine-from-these-7-unexpected-countries-instead/

Cannabis-Infused Beer Was Just Approved for Sale

No, it won’t get you high. But rest assured, the alcohol still works.

http://www.mensjournal.com/food-drink/articles/cannabis-infused-beer-was-just-approved-for-sale-w440208

American Oktoberfest

If you can’t make it to the real deal, here’s the next best way to celebrate Bavaria’s biggest bash.

http://draftmag.com/sixer-american-oktoberfest/?utm_source=Daily+Brew&utm_campaign=dc9922df32-The+Daily+Brew%3A+September+16%2C+2016&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_935b7e0b70-dc9922df32-36686829

IPAS CAN EXPIRE. HERE’S HOW LONG THEY LAST

In short, you have three weeks from the date of production for all the flavors to shine through.

http://vinepair.com/articles/how-fresh-ipa-drink-expire/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=45290e3499-Sep_16_2016&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-45290e3499-38937345

WHAT SAVVY WINE CONSUMERS SHOULD KNOW

Is wine becoming too industrial?

http://www.snooth.com/articles/what-savvy-wine-consumers-should-know/

BREWERIES TO MAKE BEER USING BOSTON RIVER WATER

The breweries involved are Boston Beer Co., Cape Ann Brewing Co., Castle Island Brewing Co., Harpoon Brewery, Idle Hands Craft Ales and Ipswich Ale Brewery, with each receiving their share of the water earlier this week (over 4,000 gallons extracted and filtered using reverse osmosis).

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2016/09/breweries-to-make-beer-using-boston-river-water/

The Wild Abundance of Italian Native Grape Varieties

One of the natural delights of drinking Italian wine is that you have over 700 grape varieties to choose from. That’s right, over 700. By contrast, 93% of Napa and Sonoma Valley are planted with only eight varieties

http://uncorkedinitaly.com/blog/2016/09/16/the-wild-abundance-of-italian-native-grape-varieties/?utm_source=Uncorked+in+Italy&utm_campaign=9b9c0e5f1e-RSS_EMAIL_CAMPAIGN&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_884179c0bd-9b9c0e5f1e-130695701

Guide to Italian Red Wine Grape Varieties

Italian cuisine is known for its bold flavors, and their red wines are no exception.

Wine and GMO labeling

The new U.S. labeling law for food that is made with genetically modified organisms doesn’t seem to have much to do with wine; alcohol is exempt from its provisions.

https://www.winecurmudgeon.com/wine-gmo-labeling/

Apps Spell Doom For Wine Critics

There are several wine apps in the marketplace that promise to make things easier to pick wines based on points, yet they are still point driven. Load them on your phone, scan the bottle at point of purchase to get a rating, and who needs to take the time to read what a critic has to say about it.

http://www.windsorsquare.ca/archives/2016/apps-spell-doom-for-wine-critics/96382

Can you judge a wine by its label?

We’ve all done it. And don’t try and say you haven’t done it, because you have. Probably many times. I’ve done it on hundreds of occasions – bought a wine because I thought the bottle looked cool.

http://www.goodfood.com.au/drinks/wine/can-you-judge-a-wine-by-its-label-20160914-grfte3

The Indigenous Grapes of Croatia: Prč (Parč)

Prč or parč is another indigenous Croatian white wine variety, but one of those that won’t be easy to purchase or just give a taste on its own, even if you’re on the island of Hvar. And that island is prč’s home

http://www.total-croatia-news.com/item/14057-the-indigenous-grapes-of-croatia-prc-parc

Is Beer Actually Healthier Than Milk?

Believe it or not, throughout history, there have been numerous times when beer was considered something of a health drink.

https://munchies.vice.com/en_uk/articles/is-beer-actually-healthier-than-milk

Fall Food and Wine Matching Guide

The days are becoming shorter and there is a discernible chill in the air. Yes, summer is slowly coming to an end, but do not despair.

http://socialvignerons.com/2016/09/18/fall-food-and-wine-matching-guide/

Wine App takes home the top prize at this year’s Space App Camp

Allows users to scan a bottle of wine and displays the best year for that particular wine based on Sentinel-2, Sentinel-3 and meteorological data providing soil, atmosphere and weather information The app also recommends wines cultivated in similar conditions.

http://www.esa.int/Our_Activities/Observing_the_Earth/Copernicus/Fine_wine_app_wins_top_prize_at_App_Camp

Are Champagne and Sparkling Wines Trying to Conquer the Same Planet? A Report From Bulles Expo

Worldwide, Champagne is 13 percent of overall sparkling sales, in terms of volume, but 40 percent in terms of value.

http://www.nomacorc.com/blog/2016/09/bulles-expo-sparkling-wines/

Whatever Happened To Merlot?

A Wine Intelligence study of almost 4,000 consumers, where Merlot ranked as their most chosen red wine.

http://www.forbes.com/sites/thomaspellechia/2016/09/19/whatever-happened-to-merlot/#3b5889a52f1d

‘MAREMMA IS NOW THE HOME OF VERMENTINO’

Maremma has become the most important area for Vermentino wines in Italy, according to the chief winemaker of one of the region’s biggest producers.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2016/09/maremma-is-now-the-home-of-vermentino/

Rhinegeist Brewery Expands Distribution To Massachusetts

Rhinegeist will continue its partnership with Massachusetts Beverage Alliance, who already distributes their craft cider brand, Cidergeist, in Massachusetts.

http://thefullpint.com/beer-news/rhinegeist-brewery-expands-distribution-massachusetts/?utm_source=Daily+Brew&utm_campaign=944d05430e-The+Daily+Brew%3A+September+21%2C+2016&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_935b7e0b70-944d05430e-36686829

How Lamorinda became a wine appellation

An AVA is not an easy thing to establish. Getting one approved by the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB) is a laborious path lined with paperwork and red tape that can take years to complete. In the case of Lamorinda AVA, it took five years.

http://edibleeastbay.com/online-magazine/fall-harvest-2016/east-bay-gets-a-new-wine-appellation/

5 OF THE RAREST VODKAS ON THE PLANET

Some brands, blends, and bottles of vodka are tremendously tough to find for a variety of reasons, challenging the hardiest vodka adventurers to scour the world—or their wallet—for a taste.

FYI We Sold Trump Vodka in 2010 For $33

http://www.drinkmemag.com/5-of-the-rarest-vodkas-on-the-planet/?utm_source=Drink+Me+Magazine+Newsletter&utm_campaign=59d62bcd3a-Drink+Me+Newsletter+-+Friday+23rd+September&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_8b636854cb-59d62bcd3a-%5BLIST_EMAIL_ID%5D&ct=t%28Drink+Me+Newsletter+-+Monday+19th+September%29&mc_cid=59d62bcd3a&mc_eid=%5BUNIQID%5D

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October 6^th

Barton-Gustier French Wines

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Zonin Italian Wines

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10 Grape Varietals To Understand Italy

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October 13^th

Bagel And Wine Tasting

Franklin Liquors & Elizabeth’s Bagels

We have all had bagels and cream cheese.

Now try adding wine!

This will be an education on bagels and wine with fun pairings.

What wine works with what bagel?

Come and explore with us and be amazed!

Note: Attendees must be over 21 years of age. Class is limited to 36.
Day/Dates: Thursday, October 13
Time: 7:00 to 8:30 pm

Number of Sessions: 1
Location: Franklin Liquors, 363 East Central Street, Franklin
Cost: $35

Thursday Nov 3^rd

Wine Glass Painting

Linda Kabat and Mark Lenzi

Note: Participants must be over 21 years of age Day/Dates: Thursday, Nov 3rd
Time: 6:30 TO 9:00 pm
Number of Sessions: 1

Location: Franklin Liquors, 363 East Central St., Franklin
Cost: $45

http://cfweb.smartedu.net/lll/forms/ADULT%20EDUCATION%20DOCS/Fall%202016%20online%20brochure.pdf

Medway Community Education

Tuesday Nov 8th

Wine Tote Bag Painting And Tasting

Hosts: Linda Kabat and Mark Lenzi

Join the Franklin Art Center and Franklin Liquors for a wine painting event. In this class you will be painting your own 6 wine reusable tote bag.

You will taste and explore wines. Bring your creative minds and wine questions.

Note: Participants must be over 21 years of age Day/Dates: Tuesday, Nov 8th

Time: 6:30 TO 9:00 pm

Location: Franklin Liquors, 363 East Central St., Franklin

Cost: $45

http://www.medwayschools.org/sites/medwayps/files/file/file/fall_brochure_16-final.pdf

Tri-County Adult Education

September 29^th

Wine Label Truths And Lies

Many people buy wines based on label only. Do you?

This sit down wine tasting/education will explain all the truths and lies on a wine label. Knowing this information will help you get more value for your money with shopping for wines. What is in this bottle? Is this organic? After this event buying wine will never be the same!

https://registration.xenegrade.com/tri-county/courseDisplay.cfm?schID=2095

October 27^th

Exploring Italian Wines

https://registration.xenegrade.com/tri-county/courseDisplay.cfm?schID=2096

November 10^th

Wine Tasting 101

Participants must be 21 years of age

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Franklin Wine Club Proemio Wines Event

September 21, 2016