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Upcoming Franklin Wine Club Event
June 1st
Matchbook Wines
Host Dan O’connor
Matchbook Wines began in the rolling pastures of Dunnigan Hills in 2004. Dunnigan Hills, one of California’s newest AVA’s is located in northern California, east of Napa Valley. It was first planted to grapes in the late 70’s when John and Lane Giguiere returned home from college to save their family’s wheat and sheep farm. Realizing that the wheat market could no longer sustain their farm financially, and that sheep are really not that smart, the couple planted Dunnigan Hill’s original vines. These vines would be the foundation of RH Phillips Winery and the famed Toasted Head Chardonnay. Years after selling the RH Phillips label, John and Lane returned to Dunnigan Hills to begin a new venture: Matchbook Wines.
Matchbook Winery is a small, family owned winery focusing on the production of high-quality, yet affordable wines that rival the world’s best.
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6 Secrets to Ordering Great Wine
You’re in a serious restaurant with a significant wine cellar, about to put down major green for a bottle. How do you make the most of it?
http://robbreport.com/food-drink/dining/6-secrets-to-ordering-great-wine-2528318/
Real Facts about Wine & Health
Some of what was said is already well-known: wine has some heart-protecting benefits, but drinking too much is bad for you. Other points were less obvious, so I’ll list them in bullet points below.
http://palatepress.com/2017/05/wine/wine-and-health-facts/
11 QUESTIONS ABOUT IPA YOU’RE TOO EMBARRASSED TO ASK, ANSWERED
If you’ve purchased a beer in the last five years, there’s a very high likelihood that you’ve come across an IPA. It seems like every craft brewery has a flagship IPA in its lineup, and beer store shelves are crammed with beers with pictures of hops on the label.
Think wine connoisseurship is nonsense? Blind-tasting data suggest otherwise
Drinkers at the 2017 Oxford-Cambridge wine-tasting contest performed far better than random chance would indicate
http://www.economist.com/blogs/graphicdetail/2017/05/daily-chart-11
Has some jerk wineshamed you? Let us help you fight back
Welcome to Wineshaming 101. Today we will learn the best ways to counteract wineshaming — you know, when friends, family and pushy acquaintances mock your dubious drinking habits.
http://www.miami.com/miami-restaurants/are-people-mocking-the-wine-you-drink-161449/
What’s in a name?
The secret to understanding Pinot Gris/Grigio is in its name – or rather, its two names.
https://www.wineaustralia.com/news/market-bulletin/issue-59
Constellation Reportedly Eyeing Ste. Michelle
Ever-acquisitive Constellation Brands may be lining up its next target. Forbes reports that Constellation may be eyeing a potential purchase of Washington’s leading winemaker, Ste. Michelle Wine Estates (SMWE). The speculation follows a recently released Wells Fargo report highlighting the fact that SMWE’s business only accounts for around 3% of sales and 2% of profits for brand owner Altria, whose core business is in tobacco. Some believe that Altria will eventually offload Ste. Michelle at a price estimated to fall between $3 and $4 billion.
With revenues totaling $7.3 billion in its fiscal year through February, Constellation is considered a prime bidder for the Ste. Michelle business. The upstate New York-based company has been one of the most acquisitive players in the drinks industry over the past few years, with recent purchases including craft brewer Ballast Point, Utah distiller High West, Joe Wagner’s Meiomi wine brand, Washington-based Charles Smith Wines and California’s The Prisoner Wine Company. SMWE, whose core brands include Chateau Ste. Michelle, 14 Hands and Columbia Crest, among others, posted a net revenue rise of 7.8% to $746 million in 2016.
Rhubarb wine, ‘the new Moxie’ comes to Portland
Two Mainers say the crimson plant that grows prolifically in the spring makes the perfect elixir. In the former Rockingham Electric Supply Co. in Portland’s East Bayside, Pete Dubuc and Amanda O’Brien are making rhubarb wine in small batches using simple ingredients from Maine.
http://pierce.bangordailynews.com/2017/05/17/home/rhubarb-wine-the-new-moxie-comes-to-portland/
The Ultimate Guide to Oak in Winemaking
Winemakers face many choices when using oak in to produce their wines, and the interaction between oak and wine is complex and only partly understood.
http://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2017/05/the-ultimate-guide-to-oak-in-winemaking
THREE THINGS TO LEARN FROM MONDAVI ABOUT SELLING WINE IN CHINA
Three insightful takeaways we want to share about what makes a brand and product successful in China.
http://www.alizila.com/three-things-mondavi-selling-wine-china/
Wine still takes a backseat to beer for Millennials, but dominates as drinkers age
Everything You Ever Wanted To Know About The Science Of Drinking
Let’s have a look at some of the main aspects of alcohol and address some questions.
https://www.gizmodo.com.au/2017/05/everything-you-ever-wanted-to-know-about-the-science-of-drinking/
CORK IS COMPLETELY OUTDATED
As wines age cork gives enormous variability – try 12 bottles from the same case and you’ll have 12 different wines
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2017/05/milne-cork-is-completely-outdated/
SAM CAPORN MW LAUNCHES WINE INFOGRAPHIC
The Wine Flavour Tree is a new aid to help consumers identify flavour profiles found in wine. The tree includes 40 different flavours, divided into 10 different branches (five for white wines and five for reds.)
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2017/05/sam-caporn-mw-launches-wine-infographic/
https://www.themistressofwine.com/wine-flavour-tree/
Nip The Nip Bottle Litter In Massachusetts
State House Representative Randy Hunt of Sandwich has filed a Bill (House Bill H3528) that would add a 5-cent deposit on the sale of “nips.” The Bill will give consumers an incentive to return empty nip bottles for the 5 cent deposit, rather than toss them onto the streets.
The Bill defines a nip as “any sealable bottle, can, jar or carton which is primarily composed of glass, metal, plastic or any combination of those materials that has a capacity of not more than 100 milliliters and is produced for the purpose of containing an alcoholic beverage.”
Brewery Ommegang’s Next Game of Thrones Release is Bend the Knee Golden Ale
While the wait for each new season of Game of Thrones® can seem longer than the wait for winter in Westeros, fans can now quench their thirst for all-things-Thrones with the newest beer in the Game of Thrones series from Brewery Ommegang and HBO Global Licensing: Bend the Knee Golden Ale.
Sommeliers Weigh In on Wine Gimmicks, from Blue Wine to Rosé Forties
We asked three professional wine geeks about the year’s wackiest, most Instagram-forward trends, from fluorescent blue wine to rosé sold in forties. Their responses were as colorful as the wines themselves.
http://www.foodandwine.com/wine/sommeliers-absurd-wine-trends
Did the English invent bubbly before Dom Perignon?
People in France will indeed tell you they invented the stuff – they maintain the ‘methode champenoise‘ was discovered by Dom Pierre Perignon at the abbey of Hautvilliers in 1697.
http://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-gloucestershire-39963098
Constellation Reportedly Makes Offer For Brown-Forman
Constellation Brands has reportedly made an offer for Brown-Forman, in what would be a blockbuster industry deal. According to CNBC, who cited several people with knowledge of the matter, Brown-Forman responded that it was not interested in a deal, but did refer the offer to its board.
In its most recent fiscal year, Brown-Forman had sales of $4 billion and operating income of $1.5 billion. Its enormous whiskey stable—led by Jack Daniel’s, Woodford Reserve and others—is doubtless attractive to potential acquirers given the U.S. market’s American whiskey boom. Brown-Forman is majority controlled by fifth-generation owners the Brown family.
With revenues totaling $7.3 billion and operating income of $2.4 billion in its fiscal year through February, Constellation has been one of the most acquisitive players in the drinks industry over the past few years. Recent purchases have included craft brewer Ballast Point, Utah distiller High West, Joe Wagner’s Meiomi wine brand, Washington-based Charles Smith Wines and California’s The Prisoner Wine Company. The company has also been recently named as a potential suitor for Ste. Michelle Wine Estates.
The Best Way to Chill Wine, According to Science
If you poke around certain corners of the Internet, you’ll find all sorts of tricks for speeding up the wine-chilling process.
http://www.bonappetit.com/story/how-to-chill-wine-science
How do you decide which kind of wine to buy?
How do you decide which bottle of wine to buy? Many of us use the ratings and descriptions often found on cards next to wines in the store.
http://abc13.com/food/how-do-you-decide-which-kind-of-wine-to-buy/2027523/
It’s What’s in the Bottle That Counts … Or Is It?
The survey found that eighty two percent of the respondents said they selected their wines based on the appearance of the labels.
http://www.wineindustryadvisor.com/2017/05/24/texture-wine-packaging
A ROSÉ BY ANY OTHER NAME
For years Rosé was given a bad name in the wake of the sweet White Zinfandel surge. Don’t be confused and don’t be prejudiced by those sweet, cloying wines.
http://johnfodera.com/a-rose-by-any-other-name/
Gallo dominates rising star wine brands
Put down that wine cork: Why sniffing gets you nowhere
Your job when that first small splash of wine gets poured into your glass is to let the server know whether the wine is spoiled or not. She doesn’t expect you to say whether you like the wine or not. All she wants to know is whether it is in good condition or bad condition.
http://www.chicagotribune.com/dining/drink/sc-sniffing-corks-wine-food-0526-20170523-column.html
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June 1st
Matchbook Wines
Host Dan O’connor
Matchbook Wines began in the rolling pastures of Dunnigan Hills in 2004. Dunnigan Hills, one of California’s newest AVA’s is located in northern California, east of Napa Valley. It was first planted to grapes in the late 70’s when John and Lane Giguiere returned home from college to save their family’s wheat and sheep farm. Realizing that the wheat market could no longer sustain their farm financially, and that sheep are really not that smart, the couple planted Dunnigan Hill’s original vines. These vines would be the foundation of RH Phillips Winery and the famed Toasted Head Chardonnay. Years after selling the RH Phillips label, John and Lane returned to Dunnigan Hills to begin a new venture: Matchbook Wines.
Matchbook Winery is a small, family owned winery focusing on the production of high-quality, yet affordable wines that rival the world’s best.
Daniel O’Connor began working with John and Lane in 2016, and after years of working for much larger, more corporate wine companies, he has found a home. Dan’s passion for wine began early in the restaurant business as he worked to earn his graduate and undergraduate degrees. He lives in Boston’s North End and represents John and Lane’s interest here on the East Coast.
During our tasting and seminar, We will focus on “Old World Wines in the New World,” discussing the history of the grape varietals that we will taste and their roots in France and their success in California.
https://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/239855887/
June 15th
Napa Valley Rocks
Host Jo Ann Ross
“Napa Valley Rocks” , Napa Valley Vintners’ Unique Educational Program, digs deep into what makes Napa Valley America’s premier wine growing region. For years, wine lovers have extolled the virtues of ripe Cabernet Sauvignons or rich, buttery Chardonnays from Napa. Travelers flock there for stunning cuisine while they laze the day away tasting the Valley’s handsome collection of wines. To truly appreciate Napa Valley, we need to thoroughly penetrate the surface. The convergence of an ideal climate for grape growing, a unique geology, a compelling wine history, a pioneering, innovative spirit, a respect for the environment, and a tradition of giving back contribute to what makes Napa Valley unique. Napa Valley most definitely has a story to tell.
About Jo Ann
Jo-Ann Ross is Napa Valley Vintners’ Greater Boston Wine Ambassador. She was selected to attend the Napa Valley Vintners’ “Napa Valley Rocks” program in 2010 and the “Napa Valley Vintners’ Wine Writers Academy” in 2012. In addition, she holds the coveted Diploma of Wine and Spirits (DWS) from Great Britain’s Wine and Spirits Education Trust. Jo-Ann is also New England’s First French Wine Scholar and Italian Wine Scholar Instructor issued by the Wine Scholar Guild of Washington, DC. She is always eager to champion world wide wine regions through organizing and conducting successful marketing promotions for restaurants and retail stores throughout New England. Jo-Ann created the unique “Edu-Tasting℠”, a 5 minute mini-class to accompany a standard wine tasting.
https://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/240034559/
June 26th
Private CraftRoots Brewery Tour And Tasting
630PM-9PM
The Franklin Wine Club will take over the CraftRoots Brewery.
We will have a private event.
Price includes a sample rack of four 5oz beers to start.
We will have a private tour and an open discussion about craft beer, and CraftRoots Brewing.
Lets get together to support this brewery and enjoy time together over a few beers.
About CraftRoots
CraftRoots Brewing took root in April of 2014 in Milford, Massachusetts. Brewer + Founder Maureen Fabry is passionate about connecting craft beer back to local agriculture and crafting superfresh community-inspired brews.
CraftRoots Brewing is grounded in a genuine grassroots idea: focus craft beer back to its field-to-glass origins. We brew fresh and flavorful home-grown ales that connect you to local farmers and craft maltsters.
100% of their grain and hops are grown on family farms in the Northeast.
32-oz. Squealers are available for purchase to-go.
To view current beers on tap:
http://www.craftrootsbrewing.com/on-draft/
Website:
http://www.craftrootsbrewing.com
Food Options:
They cannot serve food at the brewery. However, they do have a Bring Your Own Grub (B.Y.O.G.) policy. Did you make some amazing chili and have leftovers – bring them in with you! Have a favorite pizza in mind – pick it up on the way! Can’t decide what you want just yet – it’s all good.They have binders on hand featuring menus from many great local restaurants.
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https://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/240213623/
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Vinitas WineWorks LLC, Tri-County Adult Education, and Franklin Liquors are excited to announce the Fall session of the French Wine Scholar Certification program!
Now you don’t have to go to Boston for this world-class French wine course! Set yourself apart from your peers and specialize in the wines of France. Gain the confidence to taste, sell, and speak meaningfully about all aspects of French wine, from Champagne to Bordeaux and everything in between. Pass the exam and earn the title French Wine Scholar and FWS post-nominal.
Developed by the Wine Scholar Guild with the support of the French Ministry of Agriculture, this specialization program is designed for advanced students of wine, whether professionals or serious wine hobbyists. This is NOT an introductory wine class; students should have professional wine experience or previous classroom study. Students must be familiar with the concepts of viticulture and vinification, major grape varieties, wine regions, and wine styles from across the globe, and have experience tasting wine in a formal setting.
http://www.tri-county.tc/wine-scholar-program
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Do you like wine? Do you like books? Join us for a special Wine Tasting & Book Club Meeting at Franklin Liquors on Tuesday, June 6 at 7:00 p.m.! We will be discussing Sweetbitter, by Stephanie Danler. Kim Shipala, Assistant Library Director at the Franklin Public Library, will lead a discussion of the novel, while Kim Simone of Vinitas Wineworks will do a tasting of the wines mentioned in the book.
The book discussion is free, but the wine tastings are $10 each. Space is limited to 40 participants. To register, either visit the library’s website or call Kim Shipala at 508-520-4943.
The first ten to register will receive a free copy of the book!
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Upcoming Franklin Wine Club Event
June 15th
Napa Valley Rocks
Host Jo Ann Ross
“Napa Valley Rocks” , Napa Valley Vintners’ Unique Educational Program, digs deep into what makes Napa Valley America’s premier wine growing region. For years, wine lovers have extolled the virtues of ripe Cabernet Sauvignons or rich, buttery Chardonnays from Napa. Travelers flock there for stunning cuisine while they laze the day away tasting the Valley’s handsome collection of wines. To truly appreciate Napa Valley, we need to thoroughly penetrate the surface. The convergence of an ideal climate for grape growing, a unique geology, a compelling wine history, a pioneering, innovative spirit, a respect for the environment, and a tradition of giving back contribute to what makes Napa Valley unique. Napa Valley most definitely has a story to tell.
About Jo Ann
Jo-Ann Ross is Napa Valley Vintners’ Greater Boston Wine Ambassador. She was selected to attend the Napa Valley Vintners’ “Napa Valley Rocks” program in 2010 and the “Napa Valley Vintners’ Wine Writers Academy” in 2012. In addition, she holds the coveted Diploma of Wine and Spirits (DWS) from Great Britain’s Wine and Spirits Education Trust. Jo-Ann is also New England’s First French Wine Scholar and Italian Wine Scholar Instructor issued by the Wine Scholar Guild of Washington, DC. She is always eager to champion world wide wine regions through organizing and conducting successful marketing promotions for restaurants and retail stores throughout New England. Jo-Ann created the unique “Edu-Tasting℠”, a 5 minute mini-class to accompany a standard wine tasting.
https://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/240034559/
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How Chateau Tumbleweed Makes Such Eye-Catching Labels
When you see a bottle of Chateau Tumbleweed in the wine aisle, you might do a double-take.
Study of Wine Yeasts Could Unlock New Vintages
The finding could explain some of the variation in wine vintages available to consumers and open the door to refining wine flavors and crafting all new vintages.
HOW TO PAIR BEER WITH FOOD
Beer is as versatile as it is diverse, providing both complementary and contrasting experiences when paired with food. In fact, a good beer can bring out the best in any dish — if you know which kind to choose. Here are a few pairing suggestions for the most commonly-found beer types:
http://sbmag.net/how-to-pair-beer-with-food/
The Spanish cava hangover
In the last 10 years, there has been a drop of 12% in the consumption of cava in Spain
http://elpais.com/elpais/2017/05/11/inenglish/1494485818_661688.html
SUPERIOR SNIFFERS: CAN WE SMELL WINE BETTER THAN DOGS?
In a recent article entitled ‘Poor human olfaction is a 19th century myth,’ published in the Science journal, Dr McGann, a Psychology professor at Rutgers University, has argued that the notion that the human sense of smell is inferior to other mammals is ‘an unproven hypothesis.’
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2017/05/superior-sniffers-can-we-smell-wine-better-than-dogs/
China Is Building a Disney World for Wine
Changyu, China’s winemaking powerhouse, is building French-style chateaus and Italianate castles around the country—and an entire “Wine City”—to encourage the country’s passion for the grape.
A snapshot of the bulk wine market
Container transport has become the method of choice for shipping wine around the globe, and not only in Italy. In some countries, more than 50% of production is shipped in bulk. Much of this wine is sent to Germany, the UK and other European counties where big bottling plants are located. Some European bottlers are so efficient, that it costs less for a South American country to bottle the wine in Germany or the UK and then send the wine back, than to bottle it in the country of origin.
https://www.meininger.de/en/wine-business-international/snapshot-of-bulk-wine-market
Tax Break For High-Alcohol Wine Sours Health Activists
At the heart of the matter is a quirk of oenology.
The pending legislation would drop the federal tax to $1.07 per gallon for all wines with less than 16 percent alcohol. That’s the same rate that has applied for decades to wines under 14 percent.
PERROTTI-BROWN MW: SCORES AREN’T EVERYTHING
“They only tell you where a wine sits qualitatively amongst a group of its peers, but they tell you nothing about the style of the wine.”
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2017/05/perrotti-brown-mw-scores-arent-everything/
Velv Wine Oxygenator review: Can a $300 gizmo instantly improve your plonk?
Oxygenating your wine isn’t a bad thing. But the Velv attacks a delicate science with a bludgeon.
Why wine stories matter
The history of wine is over 6,000 years old. But what is wine, if it isn’t just a liquid beverage sold in a glass container? What sets one wine apart from thousands of others?
Story is what moves wine from being a static item to something people can get emotionally involved with. Emotions are a strong driver for both purchasing decisions and long-term brand loyalty.
https://www.enca.com/life/food-wine/why-wine-stories-matter
Wine country looking more like cannabis country in California
The grapevines that line rolling hillsides and sweeping valleys in Northern California’s wine country have become iconic – a symbol of the region’s rustic charm that helped California earn its reputation as a world-class wine and food destination.
But winegrapes have new competition: weed.
http://www.sacbee.com/news/politics-government/capitol-alert/article149815769.html
More evidence of the benefits of mechanized grape production
The study was designed to identify ways for San Joaquin Valley growers to reduce the cost of producing a marketable crop using less water.
http://www.westernfarmpress.com/grapes/more-evidence-benefits-mechanized-grape-production
NOT JUST FOR DRINKING: WINERY WASTE FINDS NEW USES
Each year, California wineries produce more than 100,000 tons of pomace. Now, that waste is being turned into everything from cooking oil to cosmetics.
http://abc7news.com/business/not-just-for-drinking-winery-waste-finds-new-uses/1977753/
Wine Growers vs. Weed Growers
McMinnville-Area Vineyard Owners Don’t Like the Smell
http://www.portlandmercury.com/ask-a-pot-lawyer/2017/05/10/19002574/wine-growers-vs-weed-growers
There is Prosecco and then there is Valdobbiadene Prosecco
The area of prosecco production is located in northeastern Italy within the Veneto region, but some of the top quality prosecco come from the hillside areas of Conegliano Valdobbiadene.
Premium-Plus Imported Wines Are Surging
King Of Beers In Trouble?
Massachusetts Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission (ABCC) officials have accused an AB InBev-owned wholesaler of providing nearly $1 million of illegal incentives to Boston-area bars to promote Budweiser and other AB products over the competition. The charges, filed Tuesday, allege that AB gave branded draft towers (worth up to $3,500) and refrigerators (worth anywhere from $500 to $5,700) to 441 licensees. The Boston Globe reports that the ABCC has set a June 20 hearing date. AB maintains that the company followed all laws and regulations for distributing branded merchandise.
Natural vs. Synthetic Foods: What’s Really Safe?
I realized that I was biased against anything non-natural. I assumed that if it’s natural, then it’s better. Apparently that’s not the truth.
https://fitnessreloaded.com/natural-vs-synthetic/
How to Capture a Bold Wine Bottle Photo with a Single Speedlight
If you’re interested in product photography, Dustin Dolby‘s channel workphlo is definitely worth a bookmark. Using minimal equipment, he’s able to capture distinct looks like this makeup shot, and in this tutorial he’ll show you how a single speedlight can produce a bold beautiful wine bottle photo that looks 100% pro.
https://petapixel.com/2017/05/10/capture-bold-wine-bottle-photo-single-speedlight/
The Many Colors of Rosé
How we classify the rainbow of pink wine—from Rosé All Day, a new book from wine writer Katherine Cole.
Just Got My Copy And Excited to Read!
http://www.foodandwine.com/wine/rose-wine/many-colors-rose
SCREWCAPS ALLOW WINE ‘TO AGE GRACEFULLY’ SAYS WAKEFIELD MD
In 2015, Maturation tests conducted on top Australian wines, aged both under cork and screwcap, yielded “ground breaking results,” with an international panel of judges voting in favour of screwcap-aged expressions in a blind tasting at Vinitaly.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2017/05/screwcaps-allow-wine-to-age-gracefully-says-wakefield-md/
Paso Robles has 11 distinct wine regions. Here’s what makes each one different
The federal government approved dividing up the massive Paso Robles American Viticultural Area, or AVA, into 11 smaller sub-AVAs in November 2014. But it’s only more recently that wineries, trade professionals and enthusiasts have really begun paying attention to the designations.
http://www.sanluisobispo.com/living/food-drink/wine-beer/article150513892.html
Here’s how much it costs to grab a beer around the world
As for American cities, New York City was the most expensive, with beer costing $7.40 on average. Boston wasn’t too far behind, at $7.20.
http://www.businessinsider.com/cost-of-beer-around-the-world-2017-5
Online Vs In Store Beverage Buyers
CHINA’S WINE REGIONS: SHANXI
Known as a major coal mining province in China, Shanxi’s coal production has fuelled the country’s fast-track economic development for decades. Its ancient courtyards, traditional Yaodong or cave dwellings are dotted around the landscape of the arid Shanxi Plateau, part of the Loess Plateau in northwestern China. Winemaking in the northern province is limited but the province is said to be among the first places in China to experiment with winemaking; Qingxu County, south of its provincial Capitial Taiyuan, has records showing winemaking history that dates back to 2,000 years.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2017/05/chinas-wine-regions-shanxi/
Jim Beam unveils Bourbon-infused coffee range
Beam Suntory has partnered with New York-based producer White Coffee to release a line of Jim Beam Bourbon-infused coffees, available in five flavors.
https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2017/05/jim-beam-unveils-bourbon-infused-coffee-range/
NIZZA DOCG, A SMOKING DRESSED BARBERA
If Barbera d’Asti is the King of Pop Wine in Northern Italy, and Babera d’Asti Superiore is the underrated muscular superhero of Barbera, then the Nizza DOCG is the suave, serious. international man of mystery… it’s the James Bond of Barbera.
https://www.mynameisbarbera.com/nizza-docg-smoking-dressed-barbera/
Organic wine has a public relations problem
Like time travellers and Yogi Berra’s mind-bending witticisms, organic wine seems stuck in a paradox. It keeps growing in popularity, yet most consumers are disinclined to pay more for it. In fact, in the case of highly rated wines, those that are explicitly labelled organic often fetch lower prices versus comparable-quality cuvées made via conventional means.
A Print Magazine All About Natural Wine Is In The Works
The world of niche food magazines just got a little bigger. Terre, an art-driven publication dedicated to all things natural wine, recently launched a crowdfunding campaign.
http://www.foodrepublic.com/2017/05/15/print-magazine-natural-wine/
Canned wine: It’s here and not so bad
The 2016 Survey of American Wine Consumer Preferences revealed that 20 percent of Americans surveyed said they would purchase wine in a can.
Alcohol does not alter personality, say scientists as they debunk myth of ‘happy drunk’
Although many people blame drinking for alterations in their usual behavior, new research shows that there is little shift in character between sober and squiffy.
Let’s Be Clear: Bad Wines Are Bad Wines, Period
A couple of wine writers have recently tried to make the case that bad wine should be tolerated, if not embraced. They argue that it can’t be entirely bad if it appeals to large numbers of people. Drinking bad wine encourages the love of all wine, and, really, nothing is harmful about bad wine, so why not live and let live?
https://www.nytimes.com/2017/05/15/dining/processed-wines-dont-drink-them.html?ref=dining&_r=1
HOW LONG IT TAKES TO BURN OFF WINE, BEER, OR A COCKTAIL
You’re gonna want to print out this infographic, paste it to your wall, and ensure you’ll never work out more than you need to again.
https://vinepair.com/articles/how-long-burn-wine-beer-cocktail/
A bottle you can eat
The Ooho is designed to be served fresh like fruit. If you don’t eat it, it biodegrades anyway in fewer than six weeks and it’s cheaper than plastic.
The current prototype would probably dissolve in alcohol, but they sure have it working with water, plain or flavored.
http://indaily.com.au/eat-drink-explore/wine/2017/05/17/bottle-can-eat/
IS ROSÉ A SERIOUS WINE?
SOME THOUGHTS ON THE SUBJECT
Growth in rosé consumption has been mind-boggling. The latest figures from Nielsen Research and French Customs indicate that sales in Provence rosés alone increased 55% by volume and 60% by absolute value during the twelve months ending July 2016, as compared to 34% on volume and 40% on value for the same period a year earlier. In France, one of every three bottles of wine consumed is a rosé.
http://www.provencewinezine.com/is-rose-a-serious-wine-some-thoughts-on-the-subject/
Here’s Why You Should Think Twice Before Refrigerating Your Champagne
“If it sits in the fridge for weeks, the cork can dry out due to no humidity,” she said. “As corks dry out, the seal between the bottle and the cork loosen up and the Champagne will oxidize faster, changing its aromas.”
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/storing-champange_us_591b2b01e4b05dd15f0bc119
All About Vouvray Wine
Vouvray (“voo-vray”) is a white wine made with Chenin Blanc grapes that grow along the banks of the Loire River in the Touraine district of France. Wines range in style from dry to sweet, and still to sparkling, each with its own distinct character. Regardless of style, Vouvray is loved for its delicate floral aromas and boisterous taste that will pucker your lips and make you immediately wish for another sip.
http://winefolly.com/review/all-about-vouvray-wine/
There is perhaps no more contentious term in the wine world than terroir. The mere mention of the word can send the listener into a state of uncertainty, confusion, trance, or agitation–even fury. Trying to nail down the definition of terroir can be just as challenging. Over the years, I’ve heard the word defined as microclimate, soil type, brettanomyces, poor winery hygiene, old barrels, even disposable income.
Sazerac gives Tuaca new recipe and design
Sazerac has relaunched Tuaca after purchasing the Italian spirit from Brown-Forman last year, unveiling a new recipe and bottle design.
https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2017/05/sazerac-gives-tuaca-liqueur-new-recipe-and-design/
There’s a beer which gives you mystical sexual powers (apparently)
A union between Dorset based beer makers Cerne Abbas Brewery and The Watercress Company, Watercress Warrior’s sexual powers are no doubt increased by the famous Cerne Giant, which will feature as it’s label logo.
Residual sugar in wine
Residual sugar is and what makes a sweet wine sweet. And that residual sugar is the sugar from the grapes that’s left over after fermentation; more residual sugar makes a sweet wine, and the absence of residual sugar makes a dry wine.
https://www.winecurmudgeon.com/residual-sugar-in-wine-with-charts-and-graphs/
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Matchbook Wines
Host Dan O’connor
Matchbook Wines began in the rolling pastures of Dunnigan Hills in 2004. Dunnigan Hills, one of California’s newest AVA’s is located in northern California, east of Napa Valley. It was first planted to grapes in the late 70’s when John and Lane Giguiere returned home from college to save their family’s wheat and sheep farm. Realizing that the wheat market could no longer sustain their farm financially, and that sheep are really not that smart, the couple planted Dunnigan Hill’s original vines. These vines would be the foundation of RH Phillips Winery and the famed Toasted Head Chardonnay. Years after selling the RH Phillips label, John and Lane returned to Dunnigan Hills to begin a new venture: Matchbook Wines.
Matchbook Winery is a small, family owned winery focusing on the production of high-quality, yet affordable wines that rival the world’s best.
Daniel O’Connor began working with John and Lane in 2016, and after years of working for much larger, more corporate wine companies, he has found a home. Dan’s passion for wine began early in the restaurant business as he worked to earn his graduate and undergraduate degrees. He lives in Boston’s North End and represents John and Lane’s interest here on the East Coast.
During our tasting and seminar, We will focus on “Old World Wines in the New World,” discussing the history of the grape varietals that we will taste and their roots in France and their success in California.
https://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/239855887/
June 15th
Napa Valley Rocks
Host Jo Ann Ross
“Napa Valley Rocks” , Napa Valley Vintners’ Unique Educational Program, digs deep into what makes Napa Valley America’s premier wine growing region. For years, wine lovers have extolled the virtues of ripe Cabernet Sauvignons or rich, buttery Chardonnays from Napa. Travelers flock there for stunning cuisine while they laze the day away tasting the Valley’s handsome collection of wines. To truly appreciate Napa Valley, we need to thoroughly penetrate the surface. The convergence of an ideal climate for grape growing, a unique geology, a compelling wine history, a pioneering, innovative spirit, a respect for the environment, and a tradition of giving back contribute to what makes Napa Valley unique. Napa Valley most definitely has a story to tell.
About Jo Ann
Jo-Ann Ross is Napa Valley Vintners’ Greater Boston Wine Ambassador. She was selected to attend the Napa Valley Vintners’ “Napa Valley Rocks” program in 2010 and the “Napa Valley Vintners’ Wine Writers Academy” in 2012. In addition, she holds the coveted Diploma of Wine and Spirits (DWS) from Great Britain’s Wine and Spirits Education Trust. Jo-Ann is also New England’s First French Wine Scholar and Italian Wine Scholar Instructor issued by the Wine Scholar Guild of Washington, DC. She is always eager to champion world wide wine regions through organizing and conducting successful marketing promotions for restaurants and retail stores throughout New England. Jo-Ann created the unique “Edu-Tasting℠”, a 5 minute mini-class to accompany a standard wine tasting.
https://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/240034559/
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Vinitas WineWorks LLC, Tri-County Adult Education, and Franklin Liquors are excited to announce the Fall session of the French Wine Scholar Certification program!
Now you don’t have to go to Boston for this world-class French wine course! Set yourself apart from your peers and specialize in the wines of France. Gain the confidence to taste, sell, and speak meaningfully about all aspects of French wine, from Champagne to Bordeaux and everything in between. Pass the exam and earn the title French Wine Scholar and FWS post-nominal.
Developed by the Wine Scholar Guild with the support of the French Ministry of Agriculture, this specialization program is designed for advanced students of wine, whether professionals or serious wine hobbyists. This is NOT an introductory wine class; students should have professional wine experience or previous classroom study. Students must be familiar with the concepts of viticulture and vinification, major grape varieties, wine regions, and wine styles from across the globe, and have experience tasting wine in a formal setting.
http://www.tri-county.tc/wine-scholar-program
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Franklin Library Book Club
Do you like wine? Do you like books? Join us for a special Wine Tasting & Book Club Meeting at Franklin Liquors on Tuesday, June 6 at 7:00 p.m.! We will be discussing Sweetbitter, by Stephanie Danler. Kim Shipala, Assistant Library Director at the Franklin Public Library, will lead a discussion of the novel, while Kim Simone of Vinitas Wineworks will do a tasting of the wines mentioned in the book.
The book discussion is free, but the wine tastings are $10 each. Space is limited to 40 participants. To register, either visit the library’s website or call Kim Shipala at 508-520-4943.
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Exploring Italian Wines
Italian wines can be some of the most confusing to understand. This tasting/education will cover history, geography, laws, regions and grapes. Come explore Italy!
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Memorial Day News
Monday, May 29, 2017 – Memorial Day is now a legal to sell alcohol
Please be advised that the law was changed at the end of last year’s legislative session. Massachusetts’s law now permits us to sell beginning at 12:00 noon
Our First Wine Book Club Event
Do you like wine? Do you like books? Join us for a special Wine Tasting & Book Club Meeting at Franklin Liquors on Tuesday, June 6 at 7:00 p.m.! We will be discussing Sweetbitter, by Stephanie Danler. Kim Shipala, Assistant Library Director at the Franklin Public Library, will lead a discussion of the novel, while Kim Simone of Vinitas Wineworks will do a tasting of the wines mentioned in the book.
The book discussion is free, but the wine tastings are $10 each. Space is limited to 40 participants. To register, either visit the library’s website or call Kim Shipala at 508-520-4943. The first ten to register will receive a free copy of the book!
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Denmark brewer makes beer using human urine
The brew is made with malting barley fertilized by the contents of urinals at the largest music festival in Northern Europe. The 50,000 liters of human waste liquid was used as an alternative to traditional animal manure or factory-made fertilizer products.
http://www.cbsnews.com/news/denmark-beer-brewer-norrebro-bryghus-human-urine-fertilizer/
Mexico Passes Germany in World Beer Market Share
The Latin American nation produced 105 million hectoliters of beer in 2016, an 8.1 percent increase from a year earlier, according to the country’s beer chamber, vaulting past Germany as the world’s fourth-largest producer.
It can be intimidating to order wine at a nice restaurant.
You should always order the wines you’ve never heard of — here’s why
http://www.businessinsider.com/how-to-order-wine-at-a-restaurant-2017-5
Wine and gastronomy: a Sancerre way of life
Enjoy a day in Sancerre and discover its rich terroir.
https://www.visitfrenchwine.com/en/product/wine-and-gastronomy-sancerre-way-life
The real reasons Trader Joe’s wine is so cheap
So how does the company keep its prices so low, while still delivering a taste that people love? And is there really animal matter in the wine?
Can wine protect your neurons? Study investigates
A new study – published in the journal Frontiers in Nutrition – set out to investigate the molecular mechanism behind this.
http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/317326.php
The Oregon Wines You’ve Never Heard Of
Uncovering lesser known wines widely grown in certain areas tells a very different story about what’s happening in that region.
http://winefolly.com/tutorial/the-oregon-wine-youve-never-heard-of/
ITALIAN SPARKLING WINE BEYOND PROSECCO
Quite a few different kinds of Italian sparkling wine.
Wine grapes you haven’t heard of
Wines with names like Chambourcin, Vidal Blanc and Vignoles aren’t all that well known, certainly not like their cousins Cabernet, Merlot and Chardonnay. Why is that, and why do Missouri winemakers choose to grow these lesser known wine grapes? The answer is fairly simple… weather and disease.
https://www.morningagclips.com/wine-grapes-you-havent-heard-of/
Warren Buffett Takes On Texas’ Three-Tier Drinks System
Not only may a company not operate in more than one of the three tiers, but state regulators have taken the position that a company that manufactures or distributes alcoholic beverages may not own even a single share of stock in any company that sells alcohol or vice versa.
https://spectator.org/warren-buffett-takes-on-texas-three-tier-drinks-system/
IN THE WINE INDUSTRY, BOTTLE AND CLOSURE CHOICES ARE AN IMPORTANT PART OF BRAND MESSAGING.
Even modern-day bottles adhere to centuries-old standards of shapes, sizes, and colors. “The wine market has historically been very conservative when it comes to packaging
http://www.spiritedbiz.com/wine-industry-bottle-closure-choices/
Does Barrel Fermentation Improve Red Wine?
Though it’s common to ferment Chardonnay wines in oak barrels to impart texture and flavor—and fermenting reds in large upright wooded casks was once standard—fermenting red wines in oak barrels is a fairly new practice.
https://www.winesandvines.com/template.cfm?section=news&content=184194
How America fell in love with Mexican beer
There’s more to the explosive popularity of Pacifico, Corona and other Mexican imports than a growing Hispanic population.
What Company Imports the Most Wine in China?
Interesting WalMart 3 million bottles
http://www.grapewallofchina.com/2017/05/05/top-wine-import-companies-china-2016/
How Wine Labels Influence Purchase Decisions Using Eye-Tracking Technology
The decision to what the label should look like can arguably be just as important as the growing of the grape and other winemaking processes prior to the wine even going into the bottle.
http://www.academicwino.com/2017/05/wine-labels-eye-tracking-technology.html/
New Cupcake Wines
The Wine Group’s Cupcake Vineyards has launched two new rosé offerings. Cupcake Vineyards California Rosé, retailing at $12.99 a 750-ml., is a blend of Grenache, Pinot Noir, Syrah and Merlot and will be a permanent addition to the lineup. At $15.99, Cupcake Vineyards Sparkling Rosé is a seasonal entry made from Chardonnay and Pinot Nero grapes in Italy. It will be available from April through September. Both new Cupcake rosés are rolling out nationwide.
The Dogpatch winery that is making synthetic wine
Ava Winery doesn’t look much like a winery. In fact, according to the government, it isn’t a winery.
This Dream Job Will Let You Road Trip Across The Country And Drink Canned Wine
They’ll hit the road in a vintage 1972 Citroën mobile wine bar and travel across the United States, making pit stops at various festivals and events along the way.
http://elitedaily.com/news/dream-job-will-let-road-trip-across-country-drink-canned-wine/1893161/
How to Pair Wine and Tacos
While beer and margaritas never fail, sometime you just want to reach for a glass of wine. We show you the perfect pairings for four types of tacos.
http://www.winemag.com/2017/05/04/how-to-pair-wine-and-tacos/
Here’s how many calories are in your glass of wine
Ever wonder what that glass of wine is costing your waistline? Without nutrition labels on most alcohol, many of us don’t notice how many calories we’re really consuming.
All the Wines That Pair Best With Your Child’s Crappy Behavior
The data is out, and studies now show that certain wines pair up best with different parenting situations and child behavior.
https://www.popsugar.com/moms/All-Wines-Pair-Best-Your-Child-Crappy-Behavior-38420719
Raisin: the natural wine app on Android
Help finance Raisin: the natural wine app for Android
https://www.kisskissbankbank.com/en/projects/raisin-l-appli-du-vin-naturel-sur-android
7 Things Only People Who Drink More Rosé Than Water Will Know
The wine industry in the United States isn’t as heavily regulated as much as the food industry is. As a result, some producers get away with loading rosé with dyes and other random chemicals
http://www.cosmopolitan.com/food-cocktails/a9586429/best-rose-wine-to-buy-facts/
Italy and Australia dominate the US import market, but NZ and Argentina are gaining
Wine flows through history of world’s religions
The substance of wine has a long history in the world of religion and it appears — or is forbidden — in many traditions.
Jordan Debuts First Jordan Cuvée by Champagne AR Lenoble
Jordan Vineyard & Winery is excited to announce the official launch of our first Jordan Cuvée, 100 percent produced by Champagne AR Lenoble, owned and operated by the Malassagne family in the Champagne region of France. The Jordan Cuvée by Champagne AR Lenoble is a special bottling of non-vintage brut that celebrates the shared business values and common winemaking philosophies of both families.
http://blog.jordanwinery.com/2017/05/jordan-cuvee-by-champagne-ar-lenoble-debuts-at-jordan-winery/
US Becomes Main Export Market For Portuguese Wine
The US has become the largest export destination for Portuguese wines, replacing long-time leader Angola.
https://www.esmmagazine.com/us-becomes-main-export-market-portuguese-wine/42756
It’s in your head: Wine flavors come from your brain
Where does the taste of wine come from? While most of us would refer to the grapes, winemaking techniques or vintages, few approach wine tasting from the neurological perspective. In his new book and paper, Gordon Shepherd of the Yale School of Medicine provided an explanation of how our brain mechanisms help form our perception of wine flavors.
https://blog-en.fruitionsciences.com/2017/05/08/head-wine-flavors-come-brain/
All About Crémant Wine
Crémant is a group of sparkling wines made with the same technique as Champagne, but from outside the Champagne region. This article details the nine different Crémant wines of France and Luxembourg.
http://winefolly.com/review/cremant-wine/
Once tainted, Portugal’s cork industry fights back
Cork has raised its U.S. market share to around 60 percent, and its share of the global market, which Amorim estimates is worth about $1.3 billion a year, stands closer to 70 percent.
http://www.reuters.com/article/us-portugal-corks-analysis-idUSKBN18512B
Alcohol Purchasing Boomers VS Millennials
Young, French and Angry: Winegrowers in Southern France Are Struggling
Dozens of winegrowers from France’s Languedoc region swept through three supermarkets in Nîmes on March 30, in search of wine they believe is threatening their livelihood: low-priced Spanish wine. To the dismay of supermarket staff, who stood watching, the vigilante vignerons climbed the shelves, smashing wine bottles and emptying boxed wine cartons onto the floor of the aisle. They piled shopping carts with more bottles, which they subsequently dumped on the pavement of the parking lot.
http://www.winespectator.com/webfeature/show/id/Winegrowers-in-Southern-France-Are-Struggling
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Matchbook Wines
Host Dan O’connor
Matchbook Wines began in the rolling pastures of Dunnigan Hills in 2004. Dunnigan Hills, one of California’s newest AVA’s is located in northern California, east of Napa Valley. It was first planted to grapes in the late 70’s when John and Lane Giguiere returned home from college to save their family’s wheat and sheep farm. Realizing that the wheat market could no longer sustain their farm financially, and that sheep are really not that smart, the couple planted Dunnigan Hill’s original vines. These vines would be the foundation of RH Phillips Winery and the famed Toasted Head Chardonnay. Years after selling the RH Phillips label, John and Lane returned to Dunnigan Hills to begin a new venture: Matchbook Wines.
Matchbook Winery is a small, family owned winery focusing on the production of high-quality, yet affordable wines that rival the world’s best.
Daniel O’Connor began working with John and Lane in 2016, and after years of working for much larger, more corporate wine companies, he has found a home. Dan’s passion for wine began early in the restaurant business as he worked to earn his graduate and undergraduate degrees. He lives in Boston’s North End and represents John and Lane’s interest here on the East Coast.
During our tasting and seminar, We will focus on “Old World Wines in the New World,” discussing the history of the grape varietals that we will taste and their roots in France and their success in California.
https://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/239855887/
June 15th
Napa Valley Rocks
Host Jo Ann Ross
Franklin Adult Education 2017 Classes
Wine Buying Tips Using Label Information
Thursday, May 18th
Do you know 5 corporations own 80-90% of wines for sale? Many people buy wines based on label only. Do you? This wine tasting/education will explain what is on a wine label and how it can help you find the best for your dollar. After this event buying wine will never be the same!
Exploring Italian Wines
Tuesday, May 23rd
Italian wines can be some of the most confusing to understand. This tasting/education will cover history, geography, laws, regions and grapes. Come explore Italy!
Medway Community Education Winter Programs
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French Wine Scholar Programs
Vinitas WineWorks LLC, Tri-County Adult Education, and Franklin Liquors are excited to announce the Fall session of the French Wine Scholar Certification program!
Now you don’t have to go to Boston for this world-class French wine course! Set yourself apart from your peers and specialize in the wines of France. Gain the confidence to taste, sell, and speak meaningfully about all aspects of French wine, from Champagne to Bordeaux and everything in between. Pass the exam and earn the title French Wine Scholar and FWS post-nominal.
Developed by the Wine Scholar Guild with the support of the French Ministry of Agriculture, this specialization program is designed for advanced students of wine, whether professionals or serious wine hobbyists. This is NOT an introductory wine class; students should have professional wine experience or previous classroom study. Students must be familiar with the concepts of viticulture and vinification, major grape varieties, wine regions, and wine styles from across the globe, and have experience tasting wine in a formal setting.
http://www.tri-county.tc/wine-scholar-program
New Dates Soon!
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Foxborough
Milford
Franklin Library Book Club
Do you like wine? Do you like books? Join us for a special Wine Tasting & Book Club Meeting at Franklin Liquors on Tuesday, June 6 at 7:00 p.m.! We will be discussing Sweetbitter, by Stephanie Danler. Kim Shipala, Assistant Library Director at the Franklin Public Library, will lead a discussion of the novel, while Kim Simone of Vinitas Wineworks will do a tasting of the wines mentioned in the book.
The book discussion is free, but the wine tastings are $10 each. Space is limited to 40 participants. To register, either visit the library’s website or call Kim Shipala at 508-520-4943.
The first ten to register will receive a free copy of the book!
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Wine Buying Tips Using Label Information
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!
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Red or white? Now Italy may get BLUE wine – but purists say it’s an insult to national tradition
Blumond – a mix of curacao, peach and prosecco
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-4457590/Italy-BLUE-wine-purists-say-s-insult.html
Six easy food and wine pairing tips
Throw old food and wine pairing rules out
http://www.mercurynews.com/2017/04/29/six-easy-food-and-wine-pairing-tips/
There’s a beer made from 30 lobsters
Not the weirdest craft brew we’ve heard of, but close.
http://www.metro.us/lifestyle/food-and-drinks/beer-made-30-lobsters
Winery, vineyard cyber attack risk grows with web-connected systems
Your property insurance may well cover it, if the policy is of the all-risk variety. But if you have a policy that specifies the perils such as fire, flood etc., it is possible that you’re not covered for property losses resulting from a cyber attack.
http://www.northbaybusinessjournal.com/opinion/6901995-181/cyber-risk-internet-winery-vineyard
THOMAS JEFFERSON IS PROVEN RIGHT AS VIRGINIA WINE COMES OF AGE
Just 30 miles as the crow flies from the U.S. capitol in Washington D.C., Virginia winemakers have leapt forward with wines of finesse and originality since the turn of the last century.
Why is English Sparkling Trying to be like Champagne?
For hundreds of years, England has been one of the largest importers of Champagne with over 30 million bottles imported to the UK in 2013
http://thebacklabel.com/english-sparkling-champagne/#axzz4fpSbsPzw
Shaken by 2014 quake, Napa winery again standing tall
Only now, more than 2½ years after the quake, has that restoration work been finished. And on May 7, Trefethen will finally re-open the McIntyre doors to the public — reinforced, re-insulated and, yes, seismically retrofitted.
http://www.sfchronicle.com/wine/article/Shaken-by-2014-quake-Napa-winery-again-standing-11106727.php
Meet Joe Wagner, the man shaking up the Sonoma County wine world
Less than two years ago, Constellation Brands Inc. bought his Meiomi brand for a whopping $315 million, a figure that jolted analysts because it included no hard assets such as vineyards or a winery.
http://www.pressdemocrat.com/business/6922137-181/meet-joe-wagner-the-most?artslide=0
Draft vs. Bottle: A Data Breakdown of Beer Ordering Habits
The following data represents on-premise order data from the 12 months ending in March 2017. While the majority of retailers covered here are located outside of New England and New York, these particular regions are strongly represented in the data. Figures represent percentages of orders from distributors in dollar terms.
Vikings ‘may have produced their own wine’
It had always been assumed that the Scandinavian climate was too harsh for viticulture. But there is now evidence that some grapes were grown locally
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/2017/04/29/vikings-may-have-produced-wine/
Finnish Brewery Introduces 1,000-Pack of Beer
A brewery in Finland has just blown the 99-pack out of the water. Grab your forklift because Keisari beer has just released a 1,000-pack!
http://www.foodandwine.com/news/keisari-beer-1000-pack
DANGEROUS DRINKS AND HOW TO SPOT THEM
It turned out to be cinchonism, a type of poisoning caused by an overdose of quinine
http://imbibemagazine.com/dangerous-drinks/
Science reveals what progressively happens in your body & brain as you drink
What Makes a Good Wine Label?
Before even tasting a wine, labels are what immediately draw us to a bottle. One critic shares his opinion on the good, the bad and the ugly of wine labels.
http://www.winemag.com/2017/04/27/what-makes-a-good-wine-label/
RIEDEL TEAMS UP WITH ELTON JOHN ON RAINBOW DECANTER
Each decanter has been mouth blown in Riedel’s Kufstein glassworks in Austria, handcrafted to display the colours of the rainbow and shaped to mimic the form of the harp.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2017/04/riedel-teams-up-with-elton-john-on-rainbow-decanter/
A little science and history behind putting nitrogen in beer
There’s another type of gas that’s sometimes used in beer instead of carbon dioxide — nitrogen
Heineken Launches Coolerpack
Designed to pop open the top, fill the pack with ice, and enjoy a cold Heineken, the COOLERPACK will keep consumers cool in the heat all summer long,
Watch for special Franklin Liquor promo!!
Most people — including Millennials and GenX — would not recommend buying alcohol online
Calif Wine Retail Sales Value Soars 25%
How a Wine Brand Advanced Digital Ad Measurement
Constellation Brands wanted to measure the impact of digital ads on in-store purchases of its Black Box Wines mid-campaign, rather than waiting until after the ad push
https://www.wsj.com/articles/how-a-wine-brand-advanced-digital-ad-measurement-1493287200
What Does Great Wine Service Look Like Today?
What are our expectations for wine service amid huge shifts in restaurant and sommelier culture? Jon Bonné looks at three New York sommeliers who are confronting the question in all its complexity.
How Texas Is Texas Wine?
What “Truth in Labeling” means for Texas winemakers and vineyards
Less than half of over 400 Texas wineries are making their wine from locally grown grapes.
http://www.austinchronicle.com/food/2017-04-28/how-texas-is-texas-wine/
Trump, Trudeau Talk, and Readouts Are Very Different
Meanwhile, one site thinks US will go after Canadian wine next
A post at the Canadian site Maclean’s thinks Trump is going to go after wine sales in British Columbia next, arguing that the Canadian product has an unfair advantage over US wine because of grocery store rules.
U.S. says “discriminates against the sale of U.S. wine.” B.C. does allow U.S. wine to be sold under the “store within a store” option, but no grocery chain will go to the trouble or expense to do it. The situation also applies in other provinces like Ontario. Don’t be surprised when Trump soon starts talking about Canada’s “disgraceful” wine policy. It is all about America First.
http://www.newser.com/story/241876/will-trump-go-after-canadian-wine-next.html
Why Uruguay could be the new Jura
And could Tannat by the new Malbec? Jane Anson looks at Uruguay’s adoption of the Tannat grape and learns about fresh initiatives that could help to get the country on restaurant wine lists.
http://www.decanter.com/wine-news/opinion/news-blogs-anson/uruguay-wine-new-jura-367627/
Fee, Fie, Foe, Fieri
Food Network giant makes entry into wine
Hunt & Ryde in partnership with winemaker Guy Davis of Davis Family Vineyards. Named for his sons, Hunter and Ryder Fieri, the brand produces Pinot Noir from the family’s organically farmed estate vineyard in the Russian River Valley and old-vine Zinfandel from well-known sites in Sonoma County.
http://www.oregonwinepress.com/last-call-guy-fieri
Why You Should Be Drinking Petit Verdot
Petit Verdot is a red grape that was traditionally reserved as a minor blending grape in the world famous Bordeaux wine blend. However, as the grape has spread to warmer climates, winemakers have realized that Petit Verdot can make intensely bold, fruity-yet-floral, red wines that can and do easily stand on their own.
http://winefolly.com/tutorial/featured-wine-petit-verdot/
THE PYRAMID OF QUALITY. DOCG & DOC
As the other wine producing country, Italy also has laws to indicate wine quality. Essentially, there are four classifications known as “The Pyramid of Quality”. The highest quality wines, characterized by strict production rules and the highest value, are at the top of the pyramid. Low quality wines characterized by the fewest restrictions and lowest value are at the base.
https://www.mynameisbarbera.com/the-pyramid-of-quality-the-docg/
Jose Cuervo and Fender build ‘world’s first’ agave guitar
All traditional wood elements on the guitar – the body, 21-fret neck and fingerboard – are replaced by agave plant-based material, and features Fender hardware, a custom-engraved neck plate with a Jose Cuervo inscription, and hand-wound Fat ‘50s neck, RWRP middle and bridge pickups.
https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2017/05/jose-cuervo-and-fender-build-worlds-first-agave-guitar/
Half of Napa’s wine industry earns ‘green’ certification
Napa’s wineries and vineyards are steadily going green amid efforts to promote environmental best practices within the county’s core industry.
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Everything You Need To Know About Tuscan Wine in 600 Words
Tuscan wines are some of the most popular produced in Italy, and also arguably some of the very best. If you want to find out why they’re so beloved and which ones to try, you need this three-minute guide.
https://www.vivino.com/wine-news/everything-you-need-to-know-about-tuscan-wine-in-600-words
Nissan Makes a Van Capable of Being a Mobile Bar
In Nissan’s case, they ingeniously found a way to showcase the numerous capabilities of their NV200 compact cargo van by embracing two attractions their chosen location of San Diego, California was renowned for – surfing and yes, beer.
https://oct.co/articles/nissan-makes-van-capable-being-mobile-bar
BEER IS MORE EFFECTIVE THAN TYLENOL AT RELIEVING PAIN, SAYS AWESOME NEW STUDY
It’s also way more fun.
http://www.maxim.com/news/beer-pain-relief-2017-5
Boston Beer misjudges spring seasonal approach, sales decline
In its first quarter earnings report for 2017, Boston Beer reported a $27.1 million decrease (14 percent) from the same period last year, mainly due to a decline in shipments of 15 percent. Depletions decreased 14 percent from the comparable 13-week period in 2016.
How Does Oak Really Affect Wine?
What makes Chardonnay crisp over creamy? How do tannic reds evolve in barrel? From the effects of French versus American oak, here’s what you need to know.
http://www.winemag.com/2017/05/02/how-does-oak-really-affect-wine/
Does Your Go-To Hangover Cure Actually Work?
Just like your brain after a night of excessive drinking, the science behind hangovers is a little fuzzy
http://www.winespectator.com/webfeature/show/id/Does-Your-Hangover-Cure-Work
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Wines Of Santa Carolina In Chile
Host Mark Raymond
Santa Carolina is Carolina Wine Brands’ flagship brand. With a history spanning over 140 years, Viña Santa Carolina was established in 1875 by Luis Pereira, who named it after his wife, Carolina Iñiguez. Located in Santiago, the winery’s facilities and underground cellar are a National Monument and are open to the public at large. With sales in excess of 25 million bottles, Santa Carolina’s wines are available in over 90 countries. In 2015, Santa Carolina celebrated its 140th anniversary and was chosen the New World Winery of the Year by the prestigious American magazine Wine Enthusiast.
Amazing value in wine! We will explore reds and whites.
About Mark
New England Regional President For Carolina Wine Brands USA
https://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/239433277/
June 1st
Matchbook Wines
Host Dan O’connor
June 15th
Napa Valley Rocks
Host Jo Ann Ross
Franklin Adult Education 2017 Classes
Wine Buying Tips Using Label Information
Thursday, May 18th
Do you know 5 corporations own 80-90% of wines for sale? Many people buy wines based on label only. Do you? This wine tasting/education will explain what is on a wine label and how it can help you find the best for your dollar. After this event buying wine will never be the same!
Exploring Italian Wines
Tuesday, May 23rd
Italian wines can be some of the most confusing to understand. This tasting/education will cover history, geography, laws, regions and grapes. Come explore Italy!
Medway Community Education Winter Programs
The Language of Wine Labels
May 10
Ever found yourself staring at a wine label and been confused about what it’s telling you? You’re not alone! Join Mark and Kim as they decode the language on that bottle of wine. You’ll learn how to tell if a wine is dry or sweet, what might be in a blend, and so much more!
Tri-County Adult Education
French Wine Scholar Programs
Vinitas WineWorks LLC, Tri-County Adult Education, and Franklin Liquors are excited to announce the Fall session of the French Wine Scholar Certification program!
Now you don’t have to go to Boston for this world-class French wine course! Set yourself apart from your peers and specialize in the wines of France. Gain the confidence to taste, sell, and speak meaningfully about all aspects of French wine, from Champagne to Bordeaux and everything in between. Pass the exam and earn the title French Wine Scholar and FWS post-nominal.
Developed by the Wine Scholar Guild with the support of the French Ministry of Agriculture, this specialization program is designed for advanced students of wine, whether professionals or serious wine hobbyists. This is NOT an introductory wine class; students should have professional wine experience or previous classroom study. Students must be familiar with the concepts of viticulture and vinification, major grape varieties, wine regions, and wine styles from across the globe, and have experience tasting wine in a formal setting.
http://www.tri-county.tc/wine-scholar-program
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Santa Carolina Winery Chile
May 11th
Host Mark Raymond
Santa Carolina is Carolina Wine Brands’ flagship brand. With a history spanning over 140 years, Viña Santa Carolina was established in 1875 by Luis Pereira, who named it after his wife, Carolina Iñiguez. Located in Santiago, the winery’s facilities and underground cellar are a National Monument and are open to the public at large. With sales in excess of 25 million bottles, Santa Carolina’s wines are available in over 90 countries. In 2015, Santa Carolina celebrated its 140th anniversary and was chosen the New World Winery of the Year by the prestigious American magazine Wine Enthusiast.
Amazing value in wine! We will explore reds and whites.
About Mark
New England Regional President For Carolina Wine Brands USA
https://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/239433277/
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Which countries consume the most beer per capita?
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/travel/maps-and-graphics/beer-consumption-per-capita-countries/
Could that glass of Chardonnay affect the condition of your skin?
“We found white wine and liquor were significantly associated with a higher risk of rosacea,” said study senior author Wen-Qing Li. He’s an assistant professor of dermatology and epidemiology at Brown University.
http://www.cbsnews.com/news/white-wine-may-do-no-favors-for-a-womans-skin/
Will the US’s three-tier distribution system survive?
Booze has been almost entirely regulated and taxed by individual states, with everything from dry counties like Moore County, the home of Jack Daniel’s, to the drive-by Daiquiri stands of Louisiana.
Beware the cult of ‘natural wine’
Many, if not most, of the reds taste like flawed cider or rotten sherry. Whites can be better but have no aftertaste
https://life.spectator.co.uk/2017/03/beware-cult-natural-wine/
How to Drink Wine Like a Sommelier
A couple years ago, Bianca Bosker became so fascinated with wine and the experts running the cellars at New York’s finest restaurants that she quit her editor job to become one herself. “To taste better is to live better,” she writes in her bestselling new book, Cork Dork,
http://cupofjo.com/2017/04/how-to-order-wine/
Is Terroir Real?
What does the wine world’s most misunderstood concept really mean?
http://www.foodandwine.com/wine/is-terroir-real
Champagne literally makes everything better
But, don’t get too carried away… these health benefits all come with the catch line “within reason”.
http://nypost.com/2017/04/19/champagne-literally-makes-everything-better/
Del’s Is Back
Narragansett Beer is relaunching summer seasonal Del’s Shandy, a mix of Narragansett lager and Del’s lemon concentrate. The 4.7%-abv brew is available across Narragansett’s East Coast distribution area in six-packs of 16-ounce cans and 12-packs of 12-ounce cans. Six-packs will retail at around $10 and 12-packs will sell at around $15. Narragansett Del’s Summer Shandy will be available throughout the summer season.
SEVERE FROSTS WREAK HAVOC IN CHAMPAGNE
The mercury also dipped to dangerous levels in Burgundy and the Loire Valley the night of Wednesday 19 April, but Champagne appears to have been the worst hit.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2017/04/severe-frosts-wreak-havoc-in-champagne/
Marijuana Poised to Steal Market Share From Alcohol Industry
A new study from OutCo and Monocle Research shows 51% of millennials in California will replace alcohol with marijuana
When evaluating wine, judge by the bottle
Today, the most ubiquitous way to sell wine is to say “such and such” gave it a 90 points-plus rating. And those ratings are based on folks sitting in a controlled environment, much like my tasting, taking a sip from a glass, making their own personal determinations of what the wine was like and making notes.
Learning from the black glass
Color can be a visual cue that a product’s flavor is both authentic and appetizing — and even that it has positive nutritional aspects.
http://www.pressdemocrat.com/lifestyle/wine/6888427-181/berger-on-wine-learning-from
The Mosel Valley Wine Guide
Choose wines with skill from the Mosel Valley and learn why this region has been considered the best place for Riesling in the world.
http://winefolly.com/review/mosel-valley-wine-guide/
The Spanish Winemaking Regions to Watch—Now
Castilla y León, just north of Madrid. Ribera del Duero is known for its lush, Tempranillo-based red wines, while Rueda is famous in the country for its bright, Verdejo-based whites
Pot Is Healthier Than Alcohol?
Watch What Wine Makers Do In France To Protect From Frost
Stoli to launch vodka with real fruit
Available in the US, Stoli Crushed currently comes in two flavours: Pienapple and Ruby Red Grapefruit.
https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2017/04/stoli-to-launch-vodka-with-real-fruit/
Black Death Vodka returns to US after ban
The brand launched globally in 1987 and was selling more than 120 million bottles and cans in 60 countries by 1995. However, the brand came under fire from the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms for ‘promising poison and plague but delivering only vodka’.
https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2017/04/black-death-vodka-returns-to-us-after-ban/
5 Things Altria Group Investors Should Know About Ste. Michelle Wine Estates
Most people reasonably think of Altria Group (NYSE:MO) for its Marlboro brand of cigarettes, which has gained worldwide renown and is a marketing colossus. Yet what many people don’t know about Altria is that it owns a wine business, Ste. Michelle Wine Estates. Although Ste. Michelle is quite small compared to its tobacco operations, Altria still sees substantial sales and profit from the unit, and it provides useful diversification. Below, you’ll find five things you should know about Altria’s wine business.
https://www.fool.com/investing/2017/04/19/5-things-altria-group-investors-should-know-about.aspx
This App Will Prevent You from Getting Shorted on Beer at the Bar
It makes sure your glass is as full as it should be.
http://www.foodandwine.com/news/fair-beer-pour-app
Sales of Calif wines priced over $10 show healthy growth
You Can Now Drink Your Prosecco With Rose Gold Glitter
A U.K.-based kitchenware store (think of it as a British Sur la Table), is offering up edible glitter designed for prosecco. Add a dash to the bubbly beverage and it’ll impart a pretty rose-gold hue.
http://www.refinery29.com/2017/04/151432/popaball-prosecco-rose-gold-glitter
Blue Wine Is Coming to the United States
Spain’s Gik wine, which combines both red and white wine grapes, is officially coming to the United States.
The blue wine, which was originally only available in Europe, is now available for pre-order to be shipped in the America. The bottles start at $16.
http://www.thedailymeal.com/news/drink/blue-wine-coming-united-states/042417
Beer at Target’s Fenway store was too cheap, state says
Regulators at the Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission have cited Target’s store in the Fenway neighborhood of Boston for violating a longstanding state rule that bans retailers from selling alcohol for less than what they paid.
The Precision Approach to Enhancing Wine Flavors with Oak
Vivelys, offering innovative solutions to precision winemaking, has developed a range of 11 different Boisé oak chips that each departs unique organoleptic characteristics to the wine. Each oak chip has its own set of characteristics developed through diligent research and reproduced by precisely analyzing and measuring the wood’s organic compounds, and then carefully controlling toasting time and temperature to create a consistent product
http://www.wineindustryadvisor.com/2017/04/24/precision-enhancing-wine-flavors-oak
People won’t drink wine that tastes like this, finds new study
Researchers from Brock University in St. Catherines, Ontario, tested the link between alcohol consumption and people’s responsiveness to different taste sensations and found that those who are good at perceiving sensations like bitterness and astringency in foods are more likely to be drinkers of all kinds of alcoholic beverages while those of who respond strongly to qualities such as sourness and umami (a savoury, meaty taste) are less likely to drink wine in particular.
http://www.cantechletter.com/2017/04/people-wont-drink-wine-tastes-like-finds-new-study/
Exploring the History of Wine in India
Dating back to the Bronze age, India has a long tradition of winemaking. Today, primarily in Nashik and Nandi Hills, interest and investment are growing.
https://www.winemag.com/2017/04/25/exploring-the-history-of-wine-in-india/
Wine Flavored Salt
t’s a fusion of two of our favorite things
The 20-Something’s Guide To Buying Cheap Wine — The Right Way
A good wine store has staff that loves working within your budget and requirements. Just be prepared to tell them if you want if you want red, white, still or sparkling, what kinds of wines or flavors you like, and what you want to spend.
http://www.refinery29.com/cheap-wine-guide-buying-tips
Sello Launches Innovative Wine Preservation System
The Sello Wine Preservation System keeps wine tasting great by reducing oxygen, moisture, temperature, and light.
https://finance.yahoo.com/news/sello-launches-innovative-wine-preservation-120000832.html
An Overview of Mexican Wine Country
Believe it or not, Mexico makes wine too! The first vineyards in North America were planted in Mexico. Here’s a little overview of what’s to know about modern Mexican wine country.
http://winefolly.com/review/an-overview-of-mexican-wine-country/
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May 4th
- Lohr Vineyards & Wines
Guest: Erin Foley
Today, J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines includes more than 1,300 acres of cool-climate estate vineyards in the Arroyo Seco and Santa Lucia Highlands regions of Monterey County, with an emphasis on Chardonnay, Riesling, Valdiguié and Pinot Noir, over 2,300 acres in Paso Robles dedicated to Cabernet, Merlot, Syrah, Petite Sirah and other red varieties, and 33 acres in Napa Valley, highlighting Cabernet and Sauvignon Blanc. From this rich and diverse palette of sustainably farmed estate fruit, J. Lohr crafts wines showcasing bold, concentrated flavors and a vibrant sense of place. The winery offers four tiers of award-winning wines – J. Lohr Estates, J. Lohr Vineyard Series, J. Lohr Cuvée Series and J. Lohr Gesture
We will explore the J.Lohr Vineyard series wines. Showcases the finest fruits from vineyards in Paso Robles, Monterey County, and Napa Valley. Very limited in production!
About Erin:
Greater Boston Area Manager
Been working for the Lohr family for 3 years but has been selling J Lohr for years at Ruby wines who distributes J Lohr in Massachusetts.
https://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/239297941/
May 11th
Wines Of Santa Carolina In Chile
Host Mark Raymond
Santa Carolina is Carolina Wine Brands’ flagship brand. With a history spanning over 140 years, Viña Santa Carolina was established in 1875 by Luis Pereira, who named it after his wife, Carolina Iñiguez. Located in Santiago, the winery’s facilities and underground cellar are a National Monument and are open to the public at large. With sales in excess of 25 million bottles, Santa Carolina’s wines are available in over 90 countries. In 2015, Santa Carolina celebrated its 140th anniversary and was chosen the New World Winery of the Year by the prestigious American magazine Wine Enthusiast.
Amazing value in wine! We will explore reds and whites.
About Mark
New England Regional President For Carolina Wine Brands USA
https://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/239433277/
June 1st
Matchbook Wines
Host Dan O’connor
June 15th
Napa Valley Rocks
Host Jo Ann Ross
Franklin Adult Education 2017 Classes
Wine Buying Tips Using Label Information
Thursday, May 18th
Do you know 5 corporations own 80-90% of wines for sale? Many people buy wines based on label only. Do you? This wine tasting/education will explain what is on a wine label and how it can help you find the best for your dollar. After this event buying wine will never be the same!
Exploring Italian Wines
Tuesday, May 23rd
Italian wines can be some of the most confusing to understand. This tasting/education will cover history, geography, laws, regions and grapes. Come explore Italy!
Medway Community Education Winter Programs
The Language of Wine Labels
May 10
Ever found yourself staring at a wine label and been confused about what it’s telling you? You’re not alone! Join Mark and Kim as they decode the language on that bottle of wine. You’ll learn how to tell if a wine is dry or sweet, what might be in a blend, and so much more!
Tri-County Adult Education
French Wine Scholar Programs
Vinitas WineWorks LLC, Tri-County Adult Education, and Franklin Liquors are excited to announce the Fall session of the French Wine Scholar Certification program!
Now you don’t have to go to Boston for this world-class French wine course! Set yourself apart from your peers and specialize in the wines of France. Gain the confidence to taste, sell, and speak meaningfully about all aspects of French wine, from Champagne to Bordeaux and everything in between. Pass the exam and earn the title French Wine Scholar and FWS post-nominal.
Developed by the Wine Scholar Guild with the support of the French Ministry of Agriculture, this specialization program is designed for advanced students of wine, whether professionals or serious wine hobbyists. This is NOT an introductory wine class; students should have professional wine experience or previous classroom study. Students must be familiar with the concepts of viticulture and vinification, major grape varieties, wine regions, and wine styles from across the globe, and have experience tasting wine in a formal setting.
Tuition: $999
http://www.tri-county.tc/wine-scholar-program
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Liquor Industry News/Links 04-22-17
April 22, 2017Liquor Industry News/Links
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By: Mark C Lenzi
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Upcoming Franklin Wine Club Event
May 4th
Lohr Vineyards And Wines
Guest: Erin Foley
Today, J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines includes more than 1,300 acres of cool-climate estate vineyards in the Arroyo Seco and Santa Lucia Highlands regions of Monterey County, with an emphasis on Chardonnay, Riesling, Valdiguié and Pinot Noir, over 2,300 acres in Paso Robles dedicated to Cabernet, Merlot, Syrah, Petite Sirah and other red varieties, and 33 acres in Napa Valley, highlighting Cabernet and Sauvignon Blanc. From this rich and diverse palette of sustainably farmed estate fruit, J. Lohr crafts wines showcasing bold, concentrated flavors and a vibrant sense of place. The winery offers four tiers of award-winning wines – J. Lohr Estates, J. Lohr Vineyard Series, J. Lohr Cuvée Series and J. Lohr Gesture
We will explore the J.Lohr Vineyard series wines. Showcases the finest fruits from vineyards in Paso Robles, Monterey County, and Napa Valley. Very limited in production!
About Erin:
Greater Boston Area Manager
Been working for the Lohr family for 3 years but has been selling J Lohr for years at Ruby wines who distributes J Lohr in Massachusetts.
https://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/239297941/
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VERMOUTH DI TORINO SECURES APPELLATION
Under the new appellation rules, to be marketed as Vermouth di Torino brands must use white wines from the Piedmont region in production.
https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2017/04/vermouth-di-torino-secures-appellation/
A Woman’s Death Sorting Grapes Exposes Italy’s ‘Slavery’
More than 40,000 Italian women, as well as migrant and seasonal laborers — that remains at the core of Italy’s agricultural economy, especially here at the country’s jagged heel.
Getting to Know California’s Best Unsung Wine Regions
Largely overlooked, the Arroyo Grande and Edna Valleys illustrate the triumphs and challenges faced by California’s many wine regions. Here’s what to know.
http://www.winemag.com/2017/04/11/getting-to-know-californias-best-unsung-wine-regions/
12 Unmissable Wine Destinations in the Bordeaux Region
Don’t visit Bordeaux without going to these places
Samuel Adams Celebrates Homebrewers, Releases LongShot American Homebrew Pack
The Samuel Adams LongShot American Homebrew Competition was started in 1996 by Jim Koch, founder and brewer of Sam Adams, to recognize and support the homebrewing community where he and many other professional brewers got their start.
Pairing French desserts and beer
Crème brûlée and an oatmeal stout, anyone?
Italy seen benefitting the most from rising wine consumption worldwide in next four years
Worldwide wine consumption will grow by 4.3% over the next four years, led mainly by buyers in China (21.6%) as well as Russia (6.1%) and the United States (5.7%).
U.S. Remains World’s #4 Wine Producer in 2016
SCIENCE CONFIRMS WINE REALLY IS GOOD FOR THE HEART
A recent large-scale study conducted by the University of Cambridge in England suggests that having a drink of wine every day could help protect your heart from disease. Considering millennials consumed nearly 36% of all wine purchased in the last year, the results of this study should be happy news for an entire generation of wine drinkers.
http://www.eurweb.com/2017/04/heart-disease-science-confirms-wine-really-good-heart/#
How Long Does an Open Bottle of Wine Actually Last?
Consider this mystery solved
https://www.tastingtable.com/drinks/national/how-long-does-leftover-wine-last
Thomas Jefferson’s favorite wines
Our country’s third president was also the first unofficial sommelier for our country — specifically for the first two presidents and the three who followed him.
http://www.westfargopioneer.com/lifestyles/food/4249204-thomas-jeffersons-favorite-wines
Sorry Australia, Americans Prefer Pricier New Zealand Wines
Sauvignon blanc, anyone?
The Science Behind What Makes Wine Tastes Better on a Plane
And which grapes are best for in-flight drinking.
http://www.gq.com/story/in-flight-drinking-wine-flavor
Entire Burgundy wine region to be covered by hi-tech ‘hail shield’ to kill storm clouds
By June, the entire area will be protected by a network of 125 ground generators that cause tiny particles of silver iodide to rise to the clouds above, where they stop the formation of hail stones, and thus reduce the risk of damage.
10 Things You Didn’t Know About Beer
But even if the extent of your beer education stops and starts with Miller Lite, you might still enjoy learning these 10 little-known facts about the world’s favorite alcoholic beverage. Bottoms up!
http://www.thedailymeal.com/eat/10-things-you-didn-t-know-about-beer
YOU SAY NEBBIOLO; THEY SAY SPANNA
Between Turin and Milan lies the southern portion of the Alto Piemonte region. It extends north in the foothills of the Alps but well short of the Swiss border.
https://grapecollective.com/articles/you-say-nebbiolo-they-say-spanna
14 OF THE MOST UNUSUAL GRAPE VARIETIES IN NAPA VALLEY
Napa Valley is world-famous for its Cabernet and Chardonnay, but did you know that there are at least two dozen other red and a dozen white varieties that are planted there?
https://www.palatexposure.com/napa-valley/14-of-the-most-unusual-grape-varieties-in-napa-valley/
Why is Trader Joe’s Wine Cheaper Than Bottled Water?
To understand how Charles Shaw sells wine for pocket change, it helps to know who Charles Shaw is—and why he has absolutely nothing to do with this story.
http://mentalfloss.com/article/94047/why-trader-joes-wine-cheaper-bottled-water
House proposal would extend last call for alcohol at Massachusetts’s casinos to 4 a.m.
A proposal included in the House budget would let Massachusetts’s casinos serve alcohol for an extra two hours, from 2 a.m. to 4 a.m.
http://www.masslive.com/politics/index.ssf/2017/04/house_proposes_allowing_later.html
This Vintage Truck Brings Ridiculously Good Beer, on Tap, to Private Events
Anyone can throw some shoddy keg lines on a truck and call it a beer truck. But TAPPED will be pouring beers out of the kind of sophisticated tap systems that marquee chef-driven beer-focused restaurants like Row 34 and Brewer’s Fork do. Only in your backyard.
http://bostinno.streetwise.co/2017/04/13/bostons-tapped-beer-truck-launches-for-events-this-april/
Video games and wine – the next level?
Both games attempt to offer a simulation of the experience of being a winemaker in France or Italy, respectively. You know, deceiving appellation authorities about your yields and secretly acidifying your overripe Grenache while haemorrhaging as much money as possible.
http://www.jancisrobinson.com/articles/video-games-and-wine
New Zealand Wine Nears 5 Million Cases In U.S. Market
BASIL HAYDEN’S BOURBON MOVES INTO STRAIGHT RYE
Basil Hayden’s Rye Whiskey is “inspired” by the brand’s core expression, which has a high rye mash bill and uses twice as much rye as traditional Bourbons, creating a spicy finish.
https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2017/04/basil-haydens-bourbon-moves-into-straight-rye/
STING TO LAUNCH RED WINE CALLED ROXANNE
Currently, the famous singer produces six wines from a Chianti estate called Il Palagio, some of which take their name from his songs, such as Message in a Bottle or his flagship Super Tuscan blend, which is called Sister Moon.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2017/04/sting-to-launch-red-wine-called-roxanne/
Identifying Flavors in Wine
If wine is made from just grapes, why can some people can taste different fruits such as cherry, pear, or passion fruit? There are also flavor descriptions like butter, vanilla, clove, and even bacon used in many wine tasting notes. So, where do these flavors come from?
http://winefolly.com/review/identifying-flavors-in-wine/?mc_cid=d21ee53a70&mc_eid=d73340fcba
Is Champagne Still Champagne if It Doesn’t Have Bubbles?
Few people outside France have ever tried a sparkle-free wine from Champagne, but these still wines, known as Coteaux Champenois, aren’t hard to find locally.
http://www.foodandwine.com/syndication/bubble-free-champagne
WINE IN AMERICA, BEYOND CALIFORNIA
According to the Wine Institute, in 2015, eighty-three percent of wine from the United States was made from grapes grown in California.
http://www.snooth.com/articles/wine-in-america-beyond-california/
Bring On The Dry Riesling
Riesling is a grape you either love to love or love to hate. Those who love Riesling appreciate it for its pronounced aromatics and food-friendliness. Sweeter style Rieslings make a perfect accompaniment to spicy dishes, such as Asian foods. The often overlooked drier styles of Riesling pair well with light meats and fish.
http://winefolly.com/tutorial/bring-on-the-dry-riesling/
PICOBREW INTRODUCES DIY DISTILLING DEVICE
Licensed distillers can use the PicoStill to produce an array of spirits including vodka, whiskey, Bourbon, moonshine, gin, brandy and more.
https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2017/04/picobrew-introduces-diy-distilling-device/
Traveler in Cans
Boston Beer Co.’s Traveler Beer has released three of its shandies in cans for the first time. Traveler Grapefruit Shandy, Aloha Traveler Pineapple Shandy and Curious Traveler Lemon Shandy are now available in the 12-can Traveler Refreshment Variety Pack. Traveler Grapefruit Shandy is also available in its own 15-can pack. All three beers are 4.4%-abv wheat beers with added fruit flavors. The 12-can variety pack and 15-can pack of Grapefruit Shandy will be available nationwide from April through August.
Languedoc-Roussillon Infographics: Biggest Wine Region in the World!?!
It is relatively little known outside of the French borders, but the Languedoc-Roussillon region in the South of France, is one of the very biggest wine regions in the world.
Wine label descriptions influence consumers more than shop staff, awards: report
Australian consumers pay more attention to the flavour descriptions on the back of a wine bottle than to shop staff recommendations, according to a report by global market research firm Wine Intelligence.
It also found that style and flavour descriptions on wine labels had more influence than whether the wine has won a medal.
http://www.abc.net.au/news/2017-04-18/wine-labels-influence-consumers/8448602
Successful wine lists focus on the customer
Good value and a clear mission lead the way to profit
http://www.nrn.com/beverage-trends/successful-wine-lists-focus-customer
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Exploring Wine Labels
Hosts: Mark Lenzi And Kim Simone
Lets take an educational adventure while tasting wines and explore labels.
Do you know the truths and lies on the labels?
We will get back to our original club roots at this event. Talking and tasting while giving you tips and tricks.
You will leave a better wine buyer and a little scared!
Whats in that bottle can all learned with a few tips.
https://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/239011374/
May 4th
- Lohr Vineyards & Wines
Guest: Erin Foley
Today, J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines includes more than 1,300 acres of cool-climate estate vineyards in the Arroyo Seco and Santa Lucia Highlands regions of Monterey County, with an emphasis on Chardonnay, Riesling, Valdiguié and Pinot Noir, over 2,300 acres in Paso Robles dedicated to Cabernet, Merlot, Syrah, Petite Sirah and other red varieties, and 33 acres in Napa Valley, highlighting Cabernet and Sauvignon Blanc. From this rich and diverse palette of sustainably farmed estate fruit, J. Lohr crafts wines showcasing bold, concentrated flavors and a vibrant sense of place. The winery offers four tiers of award-winning wines – J. Lohr Estates, J. Lohr Vineyard Series, J. Lohr Cuvée Series and J. Lohr Gesture
We will explore the J.Lohr Vineyard series wines. Showcases the finest fruits from vineyards in Paso Robles, Monterey County, and Napa Valley. Very limited in production!
About Erin:
Greater Boston Area Manager
Been working for the Lohr family for 3 years but has been selling J Lohr for years at Ruby wines who distributes J Lohr in Massachusetts.
https://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/239297941/
May 11th
Wines Of Santa Carolina In Chile
Host Mark Raymond
June 1st
Matchbook Wines
Host Dan O’connor
June 15th
Napa Valley Rocks
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Franklin Adult Education 2017 Classes
Wine Buying Tips Using Label Information
Thursday, May 18th
Do you know 5 corporations own 80-90% of wines for sale? Many people buy wines based on label only. Do you? This wine tasting/education will explain what is on a wine label and how it can help you find the best for your dollar. After this event buying wine will never be the same!
Exploring Italian Wines
Tuesday, May 23rd
Italian wines can be some of the most confusing to understand. This tasting/education will cover history, geography, laws, regions and grapes. Come explore Italy!
Medway Community Education Winter Programs
The Language of Wine Labels
May 10
Ever found yourself staring at a wine label and been confused about what it’s telling you? You’re not alone! Join Mark and Kim as they decode the language on that bottle of wine. You’ll learn how to tell if a wine is dry or sweet, what might be in a blend, and so much more!
Tri-County Adult Education
French Wine Scholar Programs
Vinitas WineWorks LLC, Tri-County Adult Education, and Franklin Liquors are excited to announce the Fall session of the French Wine Scholar Certification program!
Now you don’t have to go to Boston for this world-class French wine course! Set yourself apart from your peers and specialize in the wines of France. Gain the confidence to taste, sell, and speak meaningfully about all aspects of French wine, from Champagne to Bordeaux and everything in between. Pass the exam and earn the title French Wine Scholar and FWS post-nominal.
Developed by the Wine Scholar Guild with the support of the French Ministry of Agriculture, this specialization program is designed for advanced students of wine, whether professionals or serious wine hobbyists. This is NOT an introductory wine class; students should have professional wine experience or previous classroom study. Students must be familiar with the concepts of viticulture and vinification, major grape varieties, wine regions, and wine styles from across the globe, and have experience tasting wine in a formal setting.
Tuition: $999
http://www.tri-county.tc/wine-scholar-program
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Liquor Industry News/Links 04-15-17
April 15, 2017Liquor Industry News/Links
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By: Mark C Lenzi
CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, IWS*
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No Grapes Used?? The Future??
A Beginner’s Guide to Napa and Sonoma
It’s not that scary. Really, it’s not.
http://www.sfweekly.com/dining/wine-a-beginners-guide-to-napa-and-sonoma/
What do Millennials want from you? Wine by the glass and variety we hear!
This is the first generation to prefer electronic transactions over in-person meetings
https://www.bermarcollection.com/millennials-want-wine-glass-variety-hear/
OtherStories:
Why millennials can’t get enough wine
http://www.foxnews.com/food-drink/2017/04/06/why-millennials-cant-get-enough-wine.html
Portugal pulls in Millennial wine fans
http://offlicencenews.co.uk/news/fullstory.php/aid/16519/Portugal_pulls_in_Millennial_wine_fans.html
10 things every beer geek should own
We put together a list of beer gadgets that will actually get some use in you or your favorite beer-lover’s household.
U.S. Producers Betting on Rosé and Challenging French Dominance
So, can American producers compete with the French for a bigger share of the rosé boom?
http://www.wineindustryadvisor.com/2017/04/07/us-producers-betting-rose-challenging-french
California’s Champagne Affair
Can California wineries make Champagne?
Of course they can! Over the past three years, at least four California wineries have started doing so.
http://palatepress.com/2017/04/wine/california-champagne/
STUDY FINDS ORGANIC WINE ACTUALLY DOES TASTE BETTER
The organic wines scored higher than the conventional wines. Like, a lot higher. An average of 4.1 points higher, in fact, which is pretty statistically significant.
https://vinepair.com/articles/surprising-study-finds-organic-wine-does-taste-better/
The Study:
Martha Stewart Is Launching a Wine Company
Martha Stewart already has a meal kit service. Now, she’s got plans to sell wines that could potentially pair nicely with those home-cooked meals.
http://fortune.com/2017/04/05/martha-stewart-wine-shop/
The Battle for America’s Oldest Vines
Are vineyards just farmland, or are they cultural treasures? F&W’s Ray Isle goes inside the fight to save some of California’s oldest grapevines from the bulldozer.
http://www.foodandwine.com/articles/the-battle-for-americas-oldest-vines
Selectmen Chastised For Liquor Law Faux Pas
Bourne Police Chief Dennis R. Woodside read the Bourne Board of Selectmen the riot act during the board’s meeting Tuesday night, April 4. Chief Woodside criticized the board for retroactively approving a liquor license for a reception at Massachusetts Maritime Academy that was held earlier that day.
How Wine Professionals Use Yoga to Balance Life
In an effort to live a healthy lifestyle amidst a job where indulgence is encouraged, many in the wine business are trading in wine glasses for yoga mats.
http://www.winemag.com/2017/04/06/how-wine-professionals-use-yoga-to-balance-life/
Wine Lovers, Rejoice! You Can Now Buy Rosé in a 40-Ounce Bottle
According to social media, the genius product line comes to us from Forty Ounce Wines who also have Muscadet french wine.
http://www.eonline.com/news/841960/wine-lovers-rejoice-you-can-now-buy-rose-in-a-40-ounce-bottle
BIODYNAMIC WINE, EXPLAINED
The official definition of biodynamic farming according to the Biodynamic Farming and Gardening Association is “a spiritual-ethical-ecological approach to agriculture, gardens, food production and nutrition.”
https://vinepair.com/articles/biodynamic-wine-explained/
A Beginner’s Guide to Natural Wine
As with most things, not all wines are created equal. Enter natural wine, an elusive variety that challenges traditional conventions of what wine looks and tastes like, why we drink it and, most importantly, how it’s made.
http://www.manrepeller.com/2017/04/guide-to-natural-wine.html
Why England’s Sparkling Wines Can Now Rival Champagne
How often does the world give birth to a brand-new wine region? Every 50 years? Every 100? And yet southern England, of all places, has just arrived as one. New, exciting, unprecedented—the best sparkling wines being made here, less than 75 miles from London, hold their own alongside those of Champagne, and 30 years ago they didn’t even exist.
Kent Scenics
http://www.foodandwine.com/wine/champagne-sparkling-wine/englands-sparkling-wines-rival-champagne
Corked Wine Reality Check
What exactly is cork taint? A taint can be defined as an undesired character that is completely foreign to a beverage or food, normally coming from an exterior source.
https://winejournal.robertparker.com/corked-wine-reality-check
Spray-On Flavor Could Change The Way We Enjoy Drinks
Edible aromatic mists designed to enrich the aroma of mixed alcoholic beverages and cocktails to give them a unique flavor.
Curious wine spray next???
https://www.psfk.com/2017/04/aroma-mists-cocktail-flavor.html
Get to Know Vinho Verde
So this is a wine worth learning more about. Here are five more things you need to know about Vinho Verde.
https://www.bottlenotes.com/the-sip/vinho-verde/
16 Top Celebrity Wines and Wineries in Sonoma & Napa
From rock stars to movie makers, race car drivers to football players, click through the gallery above to see the VIPs that are making wine in Sonoma and Napa.
http://www.sonomamag.com/celebrity-wines-and-wineries-sonoma-napa/#6857024
FRENCH OAK VERSUS AMERICAN OAK: HOW DO BARRELS AFFECT WINES?
French and American oak offer different flavor characteristics, as do Earl Grey and Lapsang Souchong. French oak tends to taste of dark chocolate, roasted coffee beans and exotic, savory spices. American oak leans toward dill, coconut, vanilla extract and sweet spices.
http://www.kj.com/blog/french-oak-versus-american-oak-how-do-barrels-affect-wines
TULLAMORE DEW TEAMS UP WITH BOSTON RED SOX
Beginning with the 2017 Major League Baseball season, the sponsorship includes the launch of a new right field grandstand bar for games and special events at Fenway Park, serving signature Tullamore Dew drinks.
https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2017/04/tullamore-dew-teams-up-with-boston-red-sox/
Global drinking: What do other countries drink … and how much
How Does Wine Relate to Our Sense of Touch?
Tasting notes often include words relating to our tactile sense—silky, firm, muscular or brambly. We look at 8 fabrics and the types of wine they represent.
http://www.winemag.com/2017/04/04/how-does-wine-relate-to-our-sense-of-touch/
Champagne Science: There’s a Lot Going on in That Bottle of Bubbly
Don’t let the effervescence fool you. Not all sparkling wine is Champagne. Authentic Champagne is named for the French region in which the sparkling wine is produced using a special fermentation method that creates seemingly endless carbonation.
http://now.howstuffworks.com/2017/04/04/champagne-science-bubbly
Is Wine Really a Food?
The notion of drinking seasonally offers a convenient means of organizing the wine world, but the approach is largely flawed. Jon Bonné on why it’s time to roll forward our rhetoric.
http://punchdrink.com/articles/is-wine-really-food-seasonal-wine-pairing/
Wine eggs — something old is new again
Further investigation revealed that the wine had been fermented and aged in an oval-shaped concrete tank, a wine egg, produced by Nomblot in France.
http://www.theunion.com/entertainment/rod-byers-wine-eggs-something-old-is-new-again/
Bota Box Introduces Premium Bag-In-Box Dry Rosé
In response to the upward sales trends of Rosé and the continuing growth of Bota Box in the industry’s fastest growing segment, premium 3-liter bag-in-box, Delicato Family Vineyards has introduced the highly anticipated Bota Box Dry Rosé.
https://www.winebusiness.com/newReleases/?go=getArticle&dataid=182720
The Science Behind Your Cheap Wine
How advances in bottling, fermenting and taste-testing are democratizing a once-opaque liquid
http://www.smithsonianmag.com/science-nature/science-behind-your-cheap-wine-180962783/
New Study Finds Glyphosate Increases Risks for Pregnant Women and Babies
A new study being released today at the Children’s Environmental Health Network (CEHN) conference in Washington, D.C. says that higher glyphosate levels in pregnant women’s urine correlated with shorter pregnancies and lower birth weights.
Last year California wine grape growers used more than 700,000 pounds of glyphosate (the active ingredient in Roundup) on vineyards.
Here are some highlights of glyphosate use on wine grapes in leading counties. The numbers featured are the number of pounds applied to wine grapes, per 2014 California State Dept. of Pesticide Regulations reports.
Northern California
Napa: 43,000
Sonoma: 76,000
Central California
Madera: 88,000
San Joaquin (including Lodi): 93,000
San Luis Obispo (including Paso Robles): 42,000
Santa Barbara: 24,000
An entry-level guide to mezcal, the smoky Mexican liquor that’s lowbrow no more
Mezcal is the umbrella name given to liquor distilled from any species of agave plants native to Mexico.
http://www.avclub.com/article/entry-level-guide-mezcal-smoky-mexican-liquor-s-lo-253385
New Admiral Nelson Flavor
Heaven Hill Brands’ Admiral Nelson’s rum will expand this month with the release of Admiral Nelson’s Pineapple Rum. The pineapple-flavored rum is bottled at 35% abv and is the tenth addition to the Admiral Nelson brand, which contains a mix of flavored, spiced and traditional rums. The rum is priced at around $11 a 750-ml. Admiral Nelson’s has seen substantial growth since 2007 and the brand was acquired by Heaven Hill in 2011. In 2016, the brand depleted 851,000 cases, up 0.8%, according to Impact Databank.
Beaujolais Sees Life After Nouveau
The focus on cheap-and-cheerful light reds is affecting the better producers in this conflicted wine region.
http://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2017/04/is-nouveau-killing-beaujolais
CHINA’S WINE REGIONS: NINGXIA
Marked by a vast expanse of parched land and the Gobi desert, quality winemaking is made possible by a rolling mountain range called the Helan Montains that block cold winds blowing in from the northwest and Tengger desert.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2017/04/chinas-wine-regions-ningxia/
7 Things You Do When You’re A Wine Geek
Those of us who love wine are not always aware of how our appreciation changes the way we view the world. Sure, we might limit our vacations to areas near wine regions or spend a little more time reading the fascinating histories of certain wines. But sometimes we might take things a step further too–a step into the silly side!
http://winefolly.com/tutorial/7-things-you-do-when-youre-a-wine-geek/
2016 World wine production down 3%, US up 10%, global consumption holds steady
Global wine production declined 3.2 % in 2016, down to 7 billion gallons (267 million hectolitres – mhl) from 7.3 billion in 2015 according to an International Organisation of Vine and Wine (OIV)) news conference in Paris.
http://wineindustryinsight.com/?p=80332
Champagne’s Last Taboo Falls: It’s Now Fine to Drink Bubbles on Ice
For many years, champagne was seen as something ceremonial and rigid, only served at a precise temperature and with specific glassware. Now winemakers are introducing new blends of bubbles that are casual, fun, and meant to be served bracingly cold.
http://www.townandcountrymag.com/leisure/drinks/a9225403/champagne-with-ice/
10 alcohol myths that are just plain wrong
Whether you’re sipping Negronis at the annual office bash or polishing off a bottle of Merlot on your couch, you’re a lady who appreciates a stiff drink. But is everything you know about holding your liquor actually a lie? Let’s investigate.
http://www.businessinsider.com/alcohol-myths-2017-4
Atlanta Braves stadium to sell beer made with baseball bat shavings
With some help from the Terrapin Beer Company of Athens, Ga., SunTrust Park will be offering a brand-new “Chopsecutioner” beer which is aged atop wood from real Mizuno baseball bats.
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April 25th
Exploring Wine Labels
Hosts: Mark Lenzi And Kim Simone
Lets take an educational adventure while tasting wines and explore labels.
Do you know the truths and lies on the labels?
We will get back to our original club roots at this event. Talking and tasting while giving you tips and tricks.
You will leave a better wine buyer and a little scared!
Whats in that bottle can all learned with a few tips.
https://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/239011374/
May 4th
- Lohr Vineyards & Wines
Guest: Erin Foley
May 11th
Wines Of Santa Carolina In Chile
Host Mark Raymond
June 1st
Matchbook Wines
Host Dan O’connor
June 15th
Napa Valley Rocks
Host Jo Ann Ross
Franklin Adult Education 2017 Classes
Wine Buying Tips Using Label Information
Thursday, May 18th
Do you know 5 corporations own 80-90% of wines for sale? Many people buy wines based on label only. Do you? This wine tasting/education will explain what is on a wine label and how it can help you find the best for your dollar. After this event buying wine will never be the same!
Exploring Italian Wines
Tuesday, May 23rd
Italian wines can be some of the most confusing to understand. This tasting/education will cover history, geography, laws, regions and grapes. Come explore Italy!
Medway Community Education Winter Programs
The Language of Wine Labels
May 10
Ever found yourself staring at a wine label and been confused about what it’s telling you? You’re not alone! Join Mark and Kim as they decode the language on that bottle of wine. You’ll learn how to tell if a wine is dry or sweet, what might be in a blend, and so much more!
Tri-County Adult Education
French Wine Scholar Programs
Vinitas WineWorks LLC, Tri-County Adult Education, and Franklin Liquors are excited to announce the Fall session of the French Wine Scholar Certification program!
Now you don’t have to go to Boston for this world-class French wine course! Set yourself apart from your peers and specialize in the wines of France. Gain the confidence to taste, sell, and speak meaningfully about all aspects of French wine, from Champagne to Bordeaux and everything in between. Pass the exam and earn the title French Wine Scholar and FWS post-nominal.
Developed by the Wine Scholar Guild with the support of the French Ministry of Agriculture, this specialization program is designed for advanced students of wine, whether professionals or serious wine hobbyists. This is NOT an introductory wine class; students should have professional wine experience or previous classroom study. Students must be familiar with the concepts of viticulture and vinification, major grape varieties, wine regions, and wine styles from across the globe, and have experience tasting wine in a formal setting.
Tuition: $999
http://www.tri-county.tc/wine-scholar-program
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Italian Wine Specialist-IWS-North American Sommelier Association
Our Wine Education/Events Partner
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Easter Food And Wine Pairing Guide
April 10, 20172017 Easter Newsletter
By: Mark C Lenzi
CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, IWS*
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Thursday April 13th
Wines From Abruzzo In Central Italy
Guest: Dave Abbot Mascerelli Wine
Masciarelli is the leading Estate of Abruzzo.
The Abruzzo region today is on the cutting edge of grape growing and winemaking in all of Italy. We will talk about the special set of climates and soils that makes Abruzzo unique. We will talk about the grape varieties that have evolved in Abruzzo for over a thousand years. And we will talk about Gianni Masciarelli, the curious skeptic, biological savant, and energy management genius who took Abruzzo from a sleepy wine backwater to the cutting edge.
About Dave:
Dave Abbott began his wine career in 1985 with the Big Y Wine superstore in Northampton, Massachusetts just in time to taste all of the 1982 Classed Growth Bordeaux, and most of the to 1983 Burgundy Premier and Grand Crus. This is when he became vitally interested in the geography, geology, topography, climate, agriculture, history, culture, wine traditions and culinary traditions of the European wine lands. Dave has been liberally overeducated at Dartmouth (BA English 1972), University of Michigan (MA English Language and Literature 1977), and University of Massachusetts (PhD/ABD 19th and 20th Century Novel leaving in 1985). A teacher at heart, Dave has long been fascinated by all the factors that make every wine unique. A salesman by trade, Dave has worked for Consumer Programming Services selling encyclopedias door-to-door in the West Virginia coal fields, as Sales Associate and Italian and German Brands Manager for Big Y Wines, as the founder of Wine Diamonds wine brokerage, for MRR Traders as Western Mass Wholesaler’s Rep, and since 1998 for Masciarelli Wine Company as Western Mass Rep, and later as a Regional Sales Manager. In 2007 Dave became Regional Sales Manager for the imports division of Masciarelli Wine Company serving North Carolina, Virginia, Washington DC, Maryland and Delaware later adding Ohio, Illinois, Colorado, Montana, Washington, Oregon and Northern California. In 2012 Dave also became Masciarelli’s Wine Educator, and Sales Trainer for both the Massachusetts and Florida divisions.. Since 2015 Dave has handled Regional Sales Manager duties for Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Delaware, Marylnd, DC, Virginia, North Carolina, Ohio and Illinois. Since 2012 he has been National Brand Manager for Valori, Castello di Cacchiano, La Caplana, and the Masciarelli Estate in Abruzo. Summer 2015 marked Dave’s 25th trip to Italy.
Today my business involves making connections with 9 distributors, traveling to 13 states, doing ride-alongs with 85 sales people a year teaching them about the things that make our wines so very special, calling on 1000 retailers and restaurants projecting the voice, character, style and passion of the Masciarelli Wine company and the wine families we represent. Always fascinated by the intricacies of Italian wine, Dave aspires to be the World’s Best Italian Wine Salesman.
Favorite Quotes
When your done learning, your done.–John Wooden
The harder I work, the luckier I get.—Anonymous
https://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/238658836/
April 25th
Exploring Wine Labels
Hosts: Mark Lenzi And Kim Simone
Lets take an educational adventure while tasting wines and explore labels.
Do you know the truths and lies on the labels?
We will get back to our original club roots at this event. Talking and tasting while giving you tips and tricks.
You will leave a better wine buyer and a little scared!
Whats in that bottle can all learned with a few tips.
https://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/239011374/
May 4th
- Lohr Vineyards & Wines
Guest: Erin Foley
May 11th
Wines Of Santa Carolina In Chile
Host Mark Raymond
June 1st
Matchbook Wines
Host Dan O’connor
June 15th
Napa Valley Rocks
Host Jo Ann Ross
Franklin Adult Education 2017 Classes
Wine Buying Tips Using Label Information
Thursday, May 18th
Do you know 5 corporations own 80-90% of wines for sale? Many people buy wines based on label only. Do you? This wine tasting/education will explain what is on a wine label and how it can help you find the best for your dollar. After this event buying wine will never be the same!
Exploring Italian Wines
Tuesday, May 23rd
Italian wines can be some of the most confusing to understand. This tasting/education will cover history, geography, laws, regions and grapes. Come explore Italy!
Medway Community Education Winter Programs
The Language of Wine Labels
May 10
Ever found yourself staring at a wine label and been confused about what it’s telling you? You’re not alone! Join Mark and Kim as they decode the language on that bottle of wine. You’ll learn how to tell if a wine is dry or sweet, what might be in a blend, and so much more!
Tri-County Adult Education
French Wine Scholar Programs
Vinitas WineWorks LLC, Tri-County Adult Education, and Franklin Liquors are excited to announce the Fall session of the French Wine Scholar Certification program!
Now you don’t have to go to Boston for this world-class French wine course! Set yourself apart from your peers and specialize in the wines of France. Gain the confidence to taste, sell, and speak meaningfully about all aspects of French wine, from Champagne to Bordeaux and everything in between. Pass the exam and earn the title French Wine Scholar and FWS post-nominal.
Developed by the Wine Scholar Guild with the support of the French Ministry of Agriculture, this specialization program is designed for advanced students of wine, whether professionals or serious wine hobbyists. This is NOT an introductory wine class; students should have professional wine experience or previous classroom study. Students must be familiar with the concepts of viticulture and vinification, major grape varieties, wine regions, and wine styles from across the globe, and have experience tasting wine in a formal setting.
Tuition: $999
http://www.tri-county.tc/wine-scholar-program
New Dates Soon!
Wine And Chocolate Events
Franklin Liquors And The Sugar Shoppe Partners For
Your Chocolate And Wine Events
Contact Us!
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
Our Wine Education/Events Partner
Kim Simone
Liquor Industry News/Links 04-08-17
April 8, 2017Liquor Industry News/Links
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By: Mark C Lenzi
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A Consumer’s Guide to 2017 State Politics
A bill in Massachusetts is seeking to double excise taxes on alcohol. All funds would be used for various substance-abuse treatment and awareness programs. Another proposal would allow Bay Staters to buy booze on Thanksgiving Day. (Bans on Sunday and Christmas Day sales would still stand.)
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Liquor Industry Week In Review
This Weeks Highlights:
New Products
Natick MA selectmen approve Wegmans’ liquor license
TOTAL WINES OVERTURNS ‘UNCONSTITUTIONAL’ SOUTH CAROLINA LIQUOR LAWS
Good wine shop can make all the difference
AND MORE!
Franklin Liquors New Daily Newspaper
The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW)
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How To Take Advantage Of The Expanding World Of Wine
For many wine consumers, the temptation to drink the same few grape varieties, from the same places where those wines are most well-known, is overwhelming.
HOW TRADER JOE’S WINE BECAME CHEAPER THAN BOTTLED WATER
The company’s white zinfandel is one of 83 California wines that tested positive for high levels of inorganic arsenic. Our conclusion is that something is going on inside the winery, not in the field where grapes are grown. More likely than not, they’re adding something to the wine
https://www.thrillist.com/drink/nation/trader-joes-wine-two-buck-chuck-history
GUINNESS LAUNCHES LIMITED RELEASE WHEAT BEER
Guinness Irish Wheat has a typical wheat haze and notes of citrus, clove, and banana. It’s brewed with wheat sourced in Ireland with the same yeast that is used for Guinness Stout.
Piedmont’s “other” wines
This north-westerly region boasts many indigenous grape varieties that each bring a unique character to the table. Wines such as Barolo and Barbaresco are examples of fine wines to savour for special occasions, but Piedmont’s everyday drinking wines hold a charm of their own.
http://bbrblog.com/2017/03/30/piedmonts-other-wines/
The challenges of working with wine
To stay well and healthy in this industry, particularly when travelling to markets where tasting and drinking is part of the job, is not easy, as it requires restraint, mindfulness of environment, body awareness, and knowledge of self
https://www.meininger.de/en/wine-business-international/challenges-of-working-wine
Wine terminology that drives us all mad
“Old World” and “New World” wines. Both have been in use for years now and yet many people still scratch their head when first hearing of them.
http://www.telegram.com/entertainmentlife/20170330/off-vine-wine-terminology-that-drives-us-all-mad
The most popular alcoholic drink in 31 countries around the world
Are We Overly Influenced by Wine Labels?
Wine labels play an important role in our decision making process, even if we don’t realize why. Let’s take a look at how wine labels influence our choices and affiliation with brands, along with some tips on how to look past the design on the bottle for pertinent information.
http://winefolly.com/tutorial/are-we-overly-influenced-by-wine-labels/
GLOBAL WARMING AND COOL CLIMATE WINE
Climate change has had a negative impact on agriculture
https://www.alcoholprofessor.com/blog/2017/03/28/global-warming-and-cool-climate-wine/
Your Illustrated Guide to Pairing Fashion and Wine
Armani, Versace, Wang, Gaultier—we check out eight designers and find the wine that suits their style. Also, which fashion icons have turned to winemaking?
http://www.winemag.com/2017/03/29/your-illustrated-guide-to-pairing-fashion-and-wine/
Time To Play Some Wine Games
For those of us who enjoy a little fun and folly, here are several intriguing games all centered around the topic of wine.
A COMPLETE GUIDE TO WINE FROM THE CANARY ISLANDS
To get to the most extreme winemaking region in Spain, you’ll have to travel a bit farther south than the country’s mainland – just off the coast of southern Morocco, to be exact. It’s here that the volcanic archipelago of the Canary Islands, or Las Canarias, sprung up over the course of several million years and became home to some of Europe’s oldest vines.
http://vinepair.com/wine-blog/a-complete-guide-to-wine-from-the-canary-islands/
HOW TO SHOP FOR GOOD WINE – 8 TOP TIPS
Slow down, turn that bottle around and check out the description on the back.
AND SHOP FRANKLIN LIQUORS!
7 Wine Rules You Officially Have Permission to Break
If you think wine is snobby, expensive and difficult to understand, it’s time to forget everything you’ve ever heard right this second. Today, the world of wine is more exciting than ever, so we’re ditching the old adages. Presenting seven outdated wine rules you’re officially allowed to break.
http://www.purewow.com/food/wine-rules-you-should-break
8 Health Benefits of Drinking Wine
Every year, there is a flurry of headlines about the health benefits of wine. But can drinking wine really make a difference?
TOP 10 BOOZY TREATS FOR EASTER
Brands the world over have been exploring the idea of alcoholic Easter-themed treats to give the upcoming seasonal event a little extra kick
https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2017/03/top-10-boozy-easter-treats/
CÎROC ADDS SUMMER COLADA FLAVOUR TO LINE
Diageo has expanded its Cîroc Vodka line with the launch of a limited edition Summer Colada expression, infused with flavours of pineapple and coconut.
https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2017/03/ciroc-adds-summer-colada-flavour-to-line/
Perusing old wine bottle labels offers tasty glimpse into evolution of California winemaking
Anyone still collect wine labels? For decades after the repeal of Prohibition, people enamored with the history, romance and art of wine patiently would steam or soak off labels from bottles.
http://www.sacbee.com/food-drink/wine/dunne-on-wine/article140779438.html#storylink=cpy
Also For The Wine Label Geek Like Me Check this Site Out!
https://labelthis.library.ucdavis.edu
How Do You Feel About Wine Cans?
Not intended to be a Millennial thing, per se; although, Millennials are still very exploratory and are the age demographic to be more open to anything new. They’ve all recently left home and are out on their own, mostly bucking “the establishment.” Their enjoying wine in a can certainly says, “This is NOT your daddy’s wine,” right?
http://www.wine-blog.org/index.php/2017/03/29/wine-cans/
Peter Yealands proposes ‘complete solution’ to grape marc issues
A sustainability pioneer has unveiled an ambitious plan to solve one of the problems facing the Marlborough wine industry: what to do with grape marc?
This winery has so many interesting ideas. How about 24hr opera music in vineyards?
Perfect Wine for Easter
Pairing wines with Easter can be tricky due to the variety and volume of food on the table. However with our picks, you’ll be able to hop along with your choices rather quick!
https://whattopair.com/perfect-wine-for-easter/
China’s Weilong aims to beat Treasury Wine Estates at own game
China’s third biggest wine company is aiming to have an $80 million winery up and running by 2019 near Mildura to mirror the export strategy of big Australian rivals
The brand loyalty paradox
By analysing the data from recent surveys in the US and the UK we can see that consumers indeed seem to have a fairly consistent repertoire of brands.
http://www.wineintelligence.com/the-loyalty-paradox/
The average Indian wine drinker can’t tell a Cabernet Sauvignon from a Sauvignon blanc
There is an old webcomic that punchily describes the two kinds of wine drinkers in the world. There’s the snob who revels in swirling the glass, sniffing the bouquet, and identifying the tones and undertones. And then there’s the drinker, for whom it’s just, well, wine to glug down
Guide to Wards, Districts, Regions and all that of South Africa
outh Africa has a clear and logical demarcation of land for wine growing. It is based, says the governing body, the Wine & Spirit Board and its relevant sub-committee, the Demarcation Committee, on ‘nature and the human hand’.
http://www.wine.co.za/news/news.aspx?NEWSID=30361
2016 sets record for small craft brewers: retail dollars up 10% to $23.5 bil, 21.9% share of all beer $ sales
LaBelle Winery now using grapes from its Amherst MA vineyard for wine production
For the first time, LaBelle Winery is producing wine from its own homegrown grapes.
Good wine shop can make all the difference
It’s time to get out of the supermarket and into the wine shop.
The World’s Great Wine and Cheese Pairings
Of all the great foodie pairings, wine and cheese has to be one of the very best.
http://socialvignerons.com/2017/04/03/the-worlds-great-wine-and-cheese-pairings/
TOTAL WINES OVERTURNS ‘UNCONSTITUTIONAL’ SOUTH CAROLINA LIQUOR LAWS
US wine retailer Total Wines has successfully challenged the traditional liquor laws of South Carolina, after the state’s supreme court branded a cap on the number of stores a retailer can have as “unconstitutional”.
The Taste Of Wine Isn’t All In Your Head, But Your Brain Sure Helps
What do listening to music, hitting a baseball and solving a complex math problem have in common? They all activate less gray matter than drinking wine.
How to Drink Wine the Right Way, According to Science
Here are a few things that you could do if you want to enjoy a glass and don’t want to look or sound dumb,
http://gizmodo.com/how-to-drink-wine-the-right-way-according-to-science-1793691568
TTB Alcohol Beverage Sampling Program 2016 Results
Each year we purchase products from the marketplace and bring them to our offices for label assessments, where we first evaluate them for compliance with our labeling regulations. Following the label assessments, we send the products to our laboratories for a series of chemical analyses to assess whether the products themselves comply with the information displayed on the product labels.
Here are the wine findings:
Featured Wine: Nebbiolo
The most popular Nebbiolo-based wines, Barolo and Barbaresco, are quite expensive. Luckily, you can get your cherry, tar, and rose-fix from a few other regions where there are more pocketbook-friendly options
http://winefolly.com/review/featured-nebbiolo-wines/
Natick MA selectmen approve Wegmans’ liquor license
Kentucky Spirits in Natick Center plans to close later this year. Ercole Ubaldino, the store’s owner for the past 27 years, said he is sad to be shutting down.
Wegmans agreed to pay $1.32 million for the liquor license, according to records included in the transfer request application.
http://www.metrowestdailynews.com/news/20170403/natick-selectmen-approve-wegmans-liquor-license
Is your wine worth it?
When it comes to pricing, quality and customer expectation both matter, finds a study co-authored at Cambridge Judge Business School that focuses on wine.
https://www.cambridgenetwork.co.uk/news/is-your-wine-worth-it/?
The Two Faces of Ventoux
Although it has a long history as a producer of Rhône Valley wines—it was especially prominent during the Avignon Papacy—Ventoux has mostly been somewhat quiet and relatively ignored in recent centuries.
http://www.sommjournal.com/Stories/Web-Exclusives/2017/The-Two-Faces-of-Ventoux.aspx#.WOPCxhiZOSN
GMO yeast in wine and how to find them
The vast majority of wine does not involve genetically modified organisms (GMOs). Let me repeat, the vast majority of wine does not involve GMOs. On to the rest of the story:
http://wineoscope.com/2017/04/04/gmo-yeast-in-wine-and-how-to-find-them/
A look at pinot growing regions of Sonoma County
No California red wine today is generating more buzz than pinot noir. And Sonoma County is ground zero for the widest range of cool-climate styles of pinots, like the ocean-influenced wines of Sonoma Coast, foggy and cool Green Valley, gentle rolling hills of Carneros Sonoma and the extensive vineyards throughout the Russian River Valley.
http://www.pressdemocrat.com/lifestyle/6745438-181/a-look-at-pinot-growing?artslide=0
Your Guide to American Single Malt Whiskey
In “Spirit Guide,” Wayne Curtis demystifies the ever-shifting spirits landscape one bottle at a time. This round: American single malt whiskey.
http://punchdrink.com/articles/guide-american-single-malt-whiskey-balcones-hillrock/
Introducing New Malibu® Beer
This refreshing golden lager is flavored with a hint of natural coconut for a light tropical note and features 5% ABV. The product is slated for a select market roll-out beginning May 1st 2017 in Miami/Fort Lauderdale (FL), San Diego (CA) & Ann-Arbor/Lansing (MI). Produced in the Caribbean, Malibu® Beer will be imported into the U.S. market by United States Beverage under exclusive licensing from the Malibu® brand.
http://finance.yahoo.com/news/introducing-malibu-beer-123500254.html
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Thursday April 13th
Wines From Abruzzo In Central Italy
Guest: Dave Abbot Mascerelli Wine
Masciarelli is the leading Estate of Abruzzo.
The Abruzzo region today is on the cutting edge of grape growing and winemaking in all of Italy. We will talk about the special set of climates and soils that makes Abruzzo unique. We will talk about the grape varieties that have evolved in Abruzzo for over a thousand years. And we will talk about Gianni Masciarelli, the curious skeptic, biological savant, and energy management genius who took Abruzzo from a sleepy wine backwater to the cutting edge.
About Dave:
Dave Abbott began his wine career in 1985 with the Big Y Wine superstore in Northampton, Massachusetts just in time to taste all of the 1982 Classed Growth Bordeaux, and most of the to 1983 Burgundy Premier and Grand Crus. This is when he became vitally interested in the geography, geology, topography, climate, agriculture, history, culture, wine traditions and culinary traditions of the European wine lands. Dave has been liberally overeducated at Dartmouth (BA English 1972), University of Michigan (MA English Language and Literature 1977), and University of Massachusetts (PhD/ABD 19th and 20th Century Novel leaving in 1985). A teacher at heart, Dave has long been fascinated by all the factors that make every wine unique. A salesman by trade, Dave has worked for Consumer Programming Services selling encyclopedias door-to-door in the West Virginia coal fields, as Sales Associate and Italian and German Brands Manager for Big Y Wines, as the founder of Wine Diamonds wine brokerage, for MRR Traders as Western Mass Wholesaler’s Rep, and since 1998 for Masciarelli Wine Company as Western Mass Rep, and later as a Regional Sales Manager. In 2007 Dave became Regional Sales Manager for the imports division of Masciarelli Wine Company serving North Carolina, Virginia, Washington DC, Maryland and Delaware later adding Ohio, Illinois, Colorado, Montana, Washington, Oregon and Northern California. In 2012 Dave also became Masciarelli’s Wine Educator, and Sales Trainer for both the Massachusetts and Florida divisions.. Since 2015 Dave has handled Regional Sales Manager duties for Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Delaware, Marylnd, DC, Virginia, North Carolina, Ohio and Illinois. Since 2012 he has been National Brand Manager for Valori, Castello di Cacchiano, La Caplana, and the Masciarelli Estate in Abruzo. Summer 2015 marked Dave’s 25th trip to Italy.
Today my business involves making connections with 9 distributors, traveling to 13 states, doing ride-alongs with 85 sales people a year teaching them about the things that make our wines so very special, calling on 1000 retailers and restaurants projecting the voice, character, style and passion of the Masciarelli Wine company and the wine families we represent. Always fascinated by the intricacies of Italian wine, Dave aspires to be the World’s Best Italian Wine Salesman.
Favorite Quotes
When your done learning, your done.–John Wooden
The harder I work, the luckier I get.—Anonymous
https://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/238658836/
April 25th
Exploring Wine Labels
Hosts: Mark Lenzi And Kim Simone
Lets take an educational adventure while tasting wines and explore labels.
Do you know the truths and lies on the labels?
We will get back to our original club roots at this event. Talking and tasting while giving you tips and tricks.
You will leave a better wine buyer and a little scared!
Whats in that bottle can all learned with a few tips.
https://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/239011374/
May 4th
- Lohr Vineyards & Wines
Guest: Erin Foley
May 11th
Wines Of Santa Carolina In Chile
Host Mark Raymond
June 1st
Matchbook Wines
Host Dan O’connor
June 15th
Napa Valley Rocks
Host Jo Ann Ross
Franklin Adult Education 2017 Classes
Wine Buying Tips Using Label Information
Thursday, May 18th
Do you know 5 corporations own 80-90% of wines for sale? Many people buy wines based on label only. Do you? This wine tasting/education will explain what is on a wine label and how it can help you find the best for your dollar. After this event buying wine will never be the same!
Exploring Italian Wines
Tuesday, May 23rd
Italian wines can be some of the most confusing to understand. This tasting/education will cover history, geography, laws, regions and grapes. Come explore Italy!
Medway Community Education Winter Programs
The Language of Wine Labels
May 10
Ever found yourself staring at a wine label and been confused about what it’s telling you? You’re not alone! Join Mark and Kim as they decode the language on that bottle of wine. You’ll learn how to tell if a wine is dry or sweet, what might be in a blend, and so much more!
Tri-County Adult Education
French Wine Scholar Programs
Vinitas WineWorks LLC, Tri-County Adult Education, and Franklin Liquors are excited to announce the Fall session of the French Wine Scholar Certification program!
Now you don’t have to go to Boston for this world-class French wine course! Set yourself apart from your peers and specialize in the wines of France. Gain the confidence to taste, sell, and speak meaningfully about all aspects of French wine, from Champagne to Bordeaux and everything in between. Pass the exam and earn the title French Wine Scholar and FWS post-nominal.
Developed by the Wine Scholar Guild with the support of the French Ministry of Agriculture, this specialization program is designed for advanced students of wine, whether professionals or serious wine hobbyists. This is NOT an introductory wine class; students should have professional wine experience or previous classroom study. Students must be familiar with the concepts of viticulture and vinification, major grape varieties, wine regions, and wine styles from across the globe, and have experience tasting wine in a formal setting.
Tuition: $999
http://www.tri-county.tc/wine-scholar-program
New Dates Soon!
Wine And Chocolate Events
Franklin Liquors And The Sugar Shoppe Partners For
Your Chocolate And Wine Events
Contact Us!
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
Our Wine Education/Events Partner
Kim Simone
Liquor Industry News/Links 04-01-17
April 1, 2017Liquor Industry News/Links
04-01-17
By: Mark C Lenzi
CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, IWS*
Held In Our Wine Room
Franklin Wine Club Masi Event
Franklin Liquors Is On Pointy
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Liquor Industry Week In Review
This Weeks Highlights:
New Products
Westfield MA liquor store to close, sells license to Walmart
Twist in the Tale for Game of Thrones Wines
Liquor manufacture tasting rooms; OPEB liabilities a concern in Franklin
AND MORE!
Franklin Liquors New Daily Newspaper
The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW)
Our Daily Wine Newspaper
Physicist invents first ever drip-free wine bottle
Wave goodbye to constant bottle-neck wiping
12 Wine Grapes Worth Discovering
In the wine world, obscurity’s meaning can change quickly.
https://www.nytimes.com/2017/03/24/dining/wine-grapes-rare-varieties.html?_r=0
12 STYLES OF FRIES PAIRED WITH WINE
Whether you swing for truffle, cheese, or curly, there’s a wine-and-fry pairing out there for you.
http://vinepair.com/articles/12-styles-of-fries-paired-with-wine/
The Poisoned Wine Problem
You will need some wine to think this out!
Inside the ‘Louvre of Wine’ — a subterranean cave in France housing 40,000 bottles
Take a rare tour of one of the largest and most beautiful private collections of fine wine in the world.
Is Wine Tasting at Restaurants Losing Its Flavor?
The New York Times wine critic Eric Asimov chats with Brendan about a restaurant that’s changing how we drink wine.
http://www.dinnerpartydownload.org/is-wine-tasting-at-restaurants-losing-its-flavor/
How Technology Is Minimizing The Differences Between Good And Bad Wine Vintages
There are some long-term trends that, no matter how good technology becomes, just may be beyond the ability of it to help
Beyond the Barrel: Unique Ways to Ferment Wine
From amphorae to eggs and even glass, winemakers are experimenting with techniques and materials, some ancient, to push the boundaries of fermentation.
http://www.winemag.com/2017/03/20/beyond-the-barrel-unique-ways-to-ferment-wine/
Why Millennials love wine packaging that is not in a bottle
We know cans are all the buzz, but what are Millennials top reasons for alternative packaging? Plus, the social media channel that can best target Millennials.
http://wineindustrynetwork.com/suppliers/bauerhaus-design.html#whatsnew
Most Valuable Beer Brands in 2017 – The facts
Here’s the top 25 beer brands.
Is Prosecco Good for Me?
Raise a glass! The news is in that prosecco could actually be good for you and contain health benefits.
https://www.labmate-online.com/news/chromatography/1/breaking-news/is-prosecco-good-for-me/42099
INSIDE ALCOHOL LAW: THE CORRUPTION CHRONICLES
Massachusetts: In a case dating back to early 2016, the Craft Brewers Guild of Massachusetts (CBD; a beer wholesaler) was indicted by the Massachusetts Alcoholic Beverage Control Commission (MABCC) in a “pay-to-play” scheme alleging that CBD paid retailers monthly payments in exchange for their beer being on-tap at the retail accounts. Following a threatened 90-day license suspension, the MABCC fined CBD $2.6 million dollars. The cases continue, however, against the retailers who received the payments. The retailers’ defense is that this is normal activity and “everyone does it.” If that defense prevails, I’ll be astounded. As it stands, I’m watching this case carefully.
http://www.spiritedbiz.com/inside-alcohol-law-corruption-chronicles-part-1/
Acceptance, But No Love, for Plonk
Which at the end of the day is the wine equivalent of saying that McDonalds deserves the affection and respect of food critics and gourmets the world over for having engineered such tasty eats that can be sold at prices everyone can afford.
http://www.vinography.com/archives/2017/03/acceptance_rather_than_love_of.html
Liquor manufacture tasting rooms; OPEB liabilities a concern in Franklin
The Town Council will be considering a zoning change that would allow microbreweries or wineries with tasting rooms in vacant spaces in non-residential areas of town.
Gallo buys Stagecoach Vineyard
New owner will honor contracts with clients, many of whom are top Napa Valley producers
https://www.winesandvines.com/template.cfm?section=news&content=182176
THE PUZZLE OF THE (BARBERA QUALITY) PYRAMID
In theory, this pyramid of wine classifications is meant to combine two concepts: 1) quality regulations regarding how the wine is made, and 2) indications of where the wine originates.
In practice, this pyramid can puzzle the hell out of the average wine lover. Why are the wines at the top more expensive than those at the bottom? If I like a wine in the middle, does that make me uncouth? And so on…
https://www.mynameisbarbera.com/barbera-red-wine-quality/
CAPTAIN MORGAN RUM LAUNCHES COCONUT SHOT
Diageo-owned Captain Morgan is aiming to enhance its presence in the shots market with the launch of a coconut-flavoured rum liqueur, called LocoNut.
https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2017/03/captain-morgan-rum-launches-coconut-shot/
Majestic Montalcino: Tuscany’s grandest wine zone
‘Brunello is serious Italian wine for the cellar at prices a little friendlier than those of Barolo’
https://www.ft.com/content/c5246bba-0e80-11e7-b030-768954394623
The Wines of Rueda, Spain
The region is patchwork of vineyards on the flat high plains south of Valladolid, that’s home to a rare indigenous white grape called Verdejo (“vurr-day-ho”).
http://winefolly.com/review/the-wines-of-rueda-spain/
BOOZE IT UP: WINE VS. BEER
Doing more than sipping on gin and juice isn’t highly recommended for us gym rats. Still, if wine or beer is your libation of choice, it pays to know the better option.
http://straightoutthegate.com/gossip-books-fitness-gate/booze-it-up-wine-vs-beer/
Infographic: What Makes A Wine Enthusiast
Wine Consumption in the U.S.
The white wine trap
Do experts rate red wines more highly than white wines, regardless of price, vintage, and region? Does this mean there is a critical bias in favour of red wines? Is it a flaw in the 100-point scoring system used by the major wine magazines?
https://www.meininger.de/en/wine-business-international/white-wine-trap
Twist in the Tale for Game of Thrones Wines
Game of Thrones wines make sense as a promotional item: wine, sometimes poisoned, is a major prop on the show. What’s surprising is that, like the show itself, these new wines are quite ambitious.
http://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2017/03/twist-in-the-tale-for-game-of-thrones-wines?h=2
Alcohol Evaporation From a Glass of Wine Over Time: Potential Implications for Wine Competition Judging and Outcomes
While this concept is just a matter of basic physics, there really hasn’t been very much research on the subject in the peer-review arena.
http://www.academicwino.com/2017/03/alcohol-evaporation-glass-wine.html/
How Much Time Will the Average Person Spend on Social Media During Their Life? (Infographic)
The average person will spend more than five years of their lives on social media, according to a study by influencer marketing agency Mediakix.
http://www.adweek.com/digital/mediakix-time-spent-social-media-infographic/
Listening to Your Inner Palate and Blocking Out the Static
Have you shared a bottle of wine in a group dynamic – restaurant meal, dinner party or wine bar – and fell in love with the wine on the spot?
Each of us has a wine palate that is unique and individual.
http://www.theexaminernews.com/listening-to-your-inner-palate-and-blocking-out-the-static/
How Pinotage got its name
Pinotage – it’s a word that runs easily off the tongue and, thanks to winemakers’ greater understanding of how to get the best out of it, including planting vines in cooler areas, it’s a wine that today runs more easily down the throat.
http://wosa.co.za/WOSA-News/Blogs/Cape-Chatter/How-Pinotage-got-its-name/#sthash.y1CmQwCE.dpuf
Stop pouring it down the sink!
Research reveals we throw away two glasses of wine a WEEK on average (as experts say an open bottle will keep much longer than you think)
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/food/article-4352496/How-long-really-wine-for.html
TANQUERAY: A BRAND HISTORY
From humble beginnings in London, Tanqueray has grown to be one of the biggest gin brands in the world, especially in the US, writes Nicole Mezzasalma.
https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2017/03/tanqueray-a-brand-history/
The Myth of Sulfite-Free Wines
What is available on the organic and no sulfite added wine marketplace and explain how these wines are made.
We Have Many In Stock!
LAITHWAITE’S CAMPAIGNS AGAINST WINE WASTE
UK wine merchant Laithwaite’s has launched a new campaign dubbed ‘Save Our Wines’ after research shows UK households throw the equivalent of 624 million bottles a year down the drain.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2017/03/laithwaites-campaigns-against-wine-waste/
Describing a wine’s taste for a mass consumer audience is a tricky task – is it worth it?
How can a few words on a wine label convey a whole sensory experience?
http://www.wineintelligence.com/notes-of-leather/
GROWTH OF US CRAFT BEER SLOWS AS ‘BIG BEER’ SNAPS UP BREWERS
The US craft beer industry added 1.4 million barrels to its production volume in 2016, growing the segment by 6%, despite losing 1.2 million barrels to ‘big beer’ producers that have snapped up numerous craft brewers throughout the year.
Flavored wine should be stopped dead before it trends
Everybody, come on. There is no reason for any of this. Why can’t we be content with cake-flavored cake?
http://www.chicagotribune.com/dining/drink/wine/sc-flavored-wines-food-0331-20170328-column.html
How to Get Certified as a Beer Expert
For those totally unfamiliar with the term, Cicerone is to beer what sommelier is to wine. They are experts in beer styles, quality and service. Think about your biggest beer nerd friend. Now multiply that person by 10. That’s a cicerone.
http://www.foodandwine.com/beer/how-to-get-beer-expert
Westfield MA liquor store to close, sells license to Walmart
If the mega-retailer’s plan comes to fruition, Westfield will be its third Massachusetts location selling alcohol, joining stores in Raynham and Ware, according to the state Alcoholic Beverages Control Commission.
RUMOR in Franklin has Walmart coming to town soon!
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Thursday April 13th
Wines From Abruzzo In Central Italy
Guest: Dave Abbot Mascerelli Wine
Masciarelli is the leading Estate of Abruzzo.
The Abruzzo region today is on the cutting edge of grape growing and winemaking in all of Italy. We will talk about the special set of climates and soils that makes Abruzzo unique. We will talk about the grape varieties that have evolved in Abruzzo for over a thousand years. And we will talk about Gianni Masciarelli, the curious skeptic, biological savant, and energy management genius who took Abruzzo from a sleepy wine backwater to the cutting edge.
About Dave:
Dave Abbott began his wine career in 1985 with the Big Y Wine superstore in Northampton, Massachusetts just in time to taste all of the 1982 Classed Growth Bordeaux, and most of the to 1983 Burgundy Premier and Grand Crus. This is when he became vitally interested in the geography, geology, topography, climate, agriculture, history, culture, wine traditions and culinary traditions of the European wine lands. Dave has been liberally overeducated at Dartmouth (BA English 1972), University of Michigan (MA English Language and Literature 1977), and University of Massachusetts (PhD/ABD 19th and 20th Century Novel leaving in 1985). A teacher at heart, Dave has long been fascinated by all the factors that make every wine unique. A salesman by trade, Dave has worked for Consumer Programming Services selling encyclopedias door-to-door in the West Virginia coal fields, as Sales Associate and Italian and German Brands Manager for Big Y Wines, as the founder of Wine Diamonds wine brokerage, for MRR Traders as Western Mass Wholesaler’s Rep, and since 1998 for Masciarelli Wine Company as Western Mass Rep, and later as a Regional Sales Manager. In 2007 Dave became Regional Sales Manager for the imports division of Masciarelli Wine Company serving North Carolina, Virginia, Washington DC, Maryland and Delaware later adding Ohio, Illinois, Colorado, Montana, Washington, Oregon and Northern California. In 2012 Dave also became Masciarelli’s Wine Educator, and Sales Trainer for both the Massachusetts and Florida divisions.. Since 2015 Dave has handled Regional Sales Manager duties for Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Delaware, Marylnd, DC, Virginia, North Carolina, Ohio and Illinois. Since 2012 he has been National Brand Manager for Valori, Castello di Cacchiano, La Caplana, and the Masciarelli Estate in Abruzo. Summer 2015 marked Dave’s 25th trip to Italy.
Today my business involves making connections with 9 distributors, traveling to 13 states, doing ride-alongs with 85 sales people a year teaching them about the things that make our wines so very special, calling on 1000 retailers and restaurants projecting the voice, character, style and passion of the Masciarelli Wine company and the wine families we represent. Always fascinated by the intricacies of Italian wine, Dave aspires to be the World’s Best Italian Wine Salesman.
Favorite Quotes
When your done learning, your done.–John Wooden
The harder I work, the luckier I get.—Anonymous
https://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/238658836/
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J.Lohr Wines
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Franklin Adult Education 2017 Classes
Wine Buying Tips Using Label Information
Thursday, May 18th
Do you know 5 corporations own 80-90% of wines for sale? Many people buy wines based on label only. Do you? This wine tasting/education will explain what is on a wine label and how it can help you find the best for your dollar. After this event buying wine will never be the same!
Exploring Italian Wines
Tuesday, May 23rd
Italian wines can be some of the most confusing to understand. This tasting/education will cover history, geography, laws, regions and grapes. Come explore Italy!
Medway Community Education Winter Programs
Easter Garden Bulb Basket and Spring Wines
April 6
Get ready for Easter by join Franklin Liquors and Hillside Nursery for an evening of flowers and wine! Design a garden basket of Easter Bulbs for yourself or as a gift, and welcome Spring by tasting through an assortment of seasonal wines
The Language of Wine Labels
May 10
Ever found yourself staring at a wine label and been confused about what it’s telling you? You’re not alone! Join Mark and Kim as they decode the language on that bottle of wine. You’ll learn how to tell if a wine is dry or sweet, what might be in a blend, and so much more!
Tri-County Adult Education
French Wine Scholar Programs
Vinitas WineWorks LLC, Tri-County Adult Education, and Franklin Liquors are excited to announce the Fall session of the French Wine Scholar Certification program!
Now you don’t have to go to Boston for this world-class French wine course! Set yourself apart from your peers and specialize in the wines of France. Gain the confidence to taste, sell, and speak meaningfully about all aspects of French wine, from Champagne to Bordeaux and everything in between. Pass the exam and earn the title French Wine Scholar and FWS post-nominal.
Developed by the Wine Scholar Guild with the support of the French Ministry of Agriculture, this specialization program is designed for advanced students of wine, whether professionals or serious wine hobbyists. This is NOT an introductory wine class; students should have professional wine experience or previous classroom study. Students must be familiar with the concepts of viticulture and vinification, major grape varieties, wine regions, and wine styles from across the globe, and have experience tasting wine in a formal setting.
Tuition: $999
http://www.tri-county.tc/wine-scholar-program
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Italian Wine Specialist-IWS-North American Sommelier Association
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Liquor Industry News/Links 03-25-17
March 25, 2017Liquor Industry News/Links
03-25-17
By: Mark C Lenzi
CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, IWS*
Upcoming In Our Wine Room
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SPRING BULBS AND WINE
April 6th
Franklin Liquors and Hillside Nurseries & Florist
Beautiful spring flowers and crisp, tasty wines – a perfect way to toast warmer weather!
Create your own spring bulb basket, then relax as you sip six spring wines and learn how these wines will best accompany a holiday meal, a Mother’s Day gathering, and evenings with friends.
Franklin Liquors Is On Pointy
What Is Pointy?
Our Product List For You To Search
We Scan It And Its Online!
https://www.pointy.com/shops/usa/massachusetts/franklin/franklin-liquors
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Liquor Industry Week In Review
This Weeks Highlights:
New Products
New Company Breaks Barriers to Distribution for Small Producers
Calories in Wine: Top 7 Facts
Why Does Wine Give You a Headache?
AND MORE!
Franklin Liquors New Daily Newspaper
The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW)
Our Daily Wine Newspaper
Ignore the Snobs, Drink the Cheap, Delicious Wine
Great read on big wine company sensory insights labs.
More than 60 additives can legally be added to wine, and aside from the preservative sulfur dioxide, winemakers aren’t required to disclose any of them.
A Quarter of American Beer Drinkers Say They’re Switching to Pot
About one in four Americans are now spending their money on marijuana instead of beer
http://time.com/money/4705155/beer-marijuana-pot/
The 10 Commandments of Wine
Someone who endures in the arts of Bacchus, soon realizes that wine is a true universe, full of new information. This complexity can be fascinating but, at the same time, confusing for the less experienced and alienate the specialists, thus driving them away from the true reason for this nectar, the simple joie de vivre, the joy of living.
http://blog.winetourismportugal.com/the-10-commandments-of-wine
Is the US wine boom over?
Not every analyst agrees about the reduction in the number of most-frequent wine drinkers, though that may be because different studies measure frequency in different ways. In addition, some analysts foresee the possibility that the number of high-frequency drinkers could increase, making up the difference.
https://www.meininger.de/en/wine-business-international/us-wine-boom-over
New Johnnie Walker
Johnnie Walker has launched its new limited edition Blenders’ Batch series in the U.S. Intended to showcase the brand’s experimental offerings, the series will debut with Johnnie Walker Blenders’ Batch Triple Grain American Oak, which features a blend of five whiskies and is aged a minimum of 10 years in American oak. The expression will be available nationwide, retailing at $30 a 750-ml. Johnnie Walker sells roughly 1.6 million cases in the U.S. annually, according to Impact Databank.
https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2017/03/johnnie-walker-rolls-out-blenders-batch-in-us/
BUFFALO TRACE RELEASES FOUR-GRAIN BOURBON
Distilled from a recipe corn, rye, wheat and malted barley and aged for 12 years, Colonel E.H. Taylor, Jr. Four Grain Bourbon Whiskey pays homage to Buffalo Trace’s former distillery owner.
https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2017/03/buffalo-trace-unveils-four-grain-e-h-taylor-bourbon/
One Wine Glass to Rule Them All
At some point along every wine drinker’s arc of discovery, the time comes to invest in a set of glasses.
Choosing the right one may seem complicated, confusing and occasionally overwhelming. The process can be fraught with anxiety, as many different glass styles are available, and points of view clash on what is proper and necessary.
https://www.nytimes.com/2017/03/16/dining/wine-glasses.html
Not drinking this wine? Now that would be criminal
Made in Australia, the affordable 19 Crimes — so named for the actions that would get a British rogue shipped out on the next boat to Australia — pays tribute to the hardy souls who survived and thrived in the new land
IN STOCK
http://www.miamiherald.com/living/food-drink/article138957453.html
Italians that do the job
There’s much to love about Italian wine, not least the fact that they’re tailor-made to go with food
https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2017/mar/16/italian-wine-review-fiona-beckett
What Millennials Want From Their Wine
The more things change, the more they stay the same.
Interestingly, millennials also seemed disinterested in rating systems and points, at least compared to wine drinkers of other generations.
http://www.seattleweekly.com/food/what-millennials-want-from-their-wine/
BLACK TOWER CELEBRATES 50 YEARS
Black Tower, the iconic German wine brand, is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year with a limited edition anniversary bottle and a new integrated PR campaign
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2017/03/black-tower-celebrates-50-years/
Wine & Diet
In order to find out the amount of calories contained in wine, find below some useful information.
https://www.wineinmoderation.eu/en/content/Wine-Diet.82/?platform=hootsuite
Gallo Wine Brands Are Often Incognito
If you have more than 4 bottles in your house right now, chances are, one of them has been touched by Gallo.
http://winefolly.com/update/family-gallo-wine-brands/
The Bourbon boom continues to accelerate in the U.S. market, driven by the super-premium segment.
Why Does Wine Give You a Headache?
I’m not alone. According to a 2013 study, more than a third of regular wine drinkers report occasional headaches from wine—and not from overindulgence.
http://www.foodandwine.com/wine/red-wine/why-does-wine-give-you-headache
Why You Can Expect More White Wines From Rioja
Today Spain is the third largest wine exporting nation in the world
Anheuser-Busch Launches Amazon Alexa Skill
There are 12 different workouts on the ULTRA 95 Alexa skill, divided into three different categories: Strength, Conditioning, and Flexibility.
ED SHEERAN BUYS ITALIAN VILLA FOR ITS VINEYARD
The property, located in Umbria near to the town of Paciano, comes with its own vineyard.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2017/03/ed-sheeran-buys-italian-villa-for-its-vineyard/
GROUPON UK LAUNCHES PROSECCO NAIL POLISH
Groupon has launched a fizz flavoured nail polish, the latest and perhaps most peculiar addition to the long list of Prosecco themed paraphernalia.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2017/03/groupon-uk-launch-prosecco-nail-polish/
TOP 10 COFFEE-FLAVOURED SPIRITS
Coffee in hand, The Spirits Business explores the growing world of the caffeinated spirit, from vodkas and mezcals to Tequilas and liqueurs.
https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2017/03/top-10-coffee-flavoured-spirits/
Calories in Wine: Top 7 Facts
Let’s consider the facts, swallow the bad news and have a (small) glass of wine to help it go down?
http://socialvignerons.com/2017/03/15/calories-in-wine-top-7-facts/
THE DEVICE THAT MAKES YOUR CHEAP WINE TASTE EXPENSIVE
It’s called the VelvWine Oxygenator – and it won’t just save you cash, it will actually make your wine so much better.
The only downside is that while it makes your cheap wine taste more expensive, the device in itself is also expensive. Around $300.
http://www.4kq.com.au/lifestyle/food-wine/the-device-that-makes-your-cheap-wine-taste-expensive/
Is wine healthy? How about beer, sushi or granola? Look how Americans & nutritionists disagree
Heard it through the grapevine: can music really change the taste of wine?
The woman behind the world’s first ‘oenesthetic’ wine and sound bar believes there’s more to ‘sonic seasoning’ than hype
Thick Mint Stout Is Your Unofficial Girl Scout Cookie Beer
Hitting shelves soon, Southern Tier Thick Mint seems to be the closest you’ll come to a Thin Mint/stout mashup.
http://www.foodandwine.com/beer/thick-mint-beer-girl-scout-cookie
BAILEYS MAKES ALMANDE VEGAN-FRIENDLY
After demand from the vegan community, Diageo has removed beeswax from its gluten-free and dairy-free Baileys Almande liqueur recipe to grant it “certified vegan” status in the US.
https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2017/03/baileys-re-releases-almande-as-vegan-friendly/
TOP 10 TEA-FLAVOURED SPIRITS
Tea-based spirits have come to the fore in recent years, providing bartenders with a fascinating new flavour profile to play with. Our round-up of spiked brews givse ‘teatime’ a whole different meaning.
https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2017/03/top-10-tea-flavoured-spirits/
Lambrusco: Italy’s red fizzy wine is making a comeback
Like high-waist pants, lambrusco lends credence to the theory that if you wait long enough, everything will come back into fashion. In lambrusco’s case, the resurgence took about 40 years.
Canned Wine Sales
New Company Breaks Barriers to Distribution for Small Producers
The vast majority of wineries in the US produce less than 5,000 cases, and they’ve been effectively blocked from three-tier distribution because distributor giants won’t take them on, but that’s about to change.
For now, LibDib is only licensed as a distributor in California and New York, but the plan is to expand and cover all 50 states.
http://www.wineindustryadvisor.com/2017/03/22/libdib-breaks-barriers-distribution-small-producers
How America’s Favorite Bargain Wine Gets Great Facebook Engagement on a Shoestring Budget
Carlo Rossi posts fake products with a wink
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Italian Wines Of Masi Agricola
The history of Masi is the history of a family and its vineyards in the Venetian regions. The name itself derives from “Vaio dei Masi”, the small valley in Valpolicella acquired by the Boscaini family, who are still its owners now, at the end of the XVIII century.
Today, Sandro Boscaini, company President and Managing Director, runs Masi with the help of his daughter Alessandra, in charge of sales and administration; his son Raffaele, Marketing Manager and Co-ordinator of the Masi Technical Group and his brother Bruno, Production and Plant Manager. His brother Mario has his own business, but is still part of Masi and an adviser to the management.
Thursday April 13th
Wines From Abruzzo In Central Italy
Guest: Dave Abbot Mascerelli Wine
Masciarelli is the leading Estate of Abruzzo.
The Abruzzo region today is on the cutting edge of grape growing and winemaking in all of Italy. We will talk about the special set of climates and soils that makes Abruzzo unique. We will talk about the grape varieties that have evolved in Abruzzo for over a thousand years. And we will talk about Gianni Masciarelli, the curious skeptic, biological savant, and energy management genius who took Abruzzo from a sleepy wine backwater to the cutting edge.
About Dave:
Dave Abbott began his wine career in 1985 with the Big Y Wine superstore in Northampton, Massachusetts just in time to taste all of the 1982 Classed Growth Bordeaux, and most of the to 1983 Burgundy Premier and Grand Crus. This is when he became vitally interested in the geography, geology, topography, climate, agriculture, history, culture, wine traditions and culinary traditions of the European wine lands. Dave has been liberally overeducated at Dartmouth (BA English 1972), University of Michigan (MA English Language and Literature 1977), and University of Massachusetts (PhD/ABD 19th and 20th Century Novel leaving in 1985). A teacher at heart, Dave has long been fascinated by all the factors that make every wine unique. A salesman by trade, Dave has worked for Consumer Programming Services selling encyclopedias door-to-door in the West Virginia coal fields, as Sales Associate and Italian and German Brands Manager for Big Y Wines, as the founder of Wine Diamonds wine brokerage, for MRR Traders as Western Mass Wholesaler’s Rep, and since 1998 for Masciarelli Wine Company as Western Mass Rep, and later as a Regional Sales Manager. In 2007 Dave became Regional Sales Manager for the imports division of Masciarelli Wine Company serving North Carolina, Virginia, Washington DC, Maryland and Delaware later adding Ohio, Illinois, Colorado, Montana, Washington, Oregon and Northern California. In 2012 Dave also became Masciarelli’s Wine Educator, and Sales Trainer for both the Massachusetts and Florida divisions.. Since 2015 Dave has handled Regional Sales Manager duties for Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Delaware, Marylnd, DC, Virginia, North Carolina, Ohio and Illinois. Since 2012 he has been National Brand Manager for Valori, Castello di Cacchiano, La Caplana, and the Masciarelli Estate in Abruzo. Summer 2015 marked Dave’s 25th trip to Italy.
Today my business involves making connections with 9 distributors, traveling to 13 states, doing ride-alongs with 85 sales people a year teaching them about the things that make our wines so very special, calling on 1000 retailers and restaurants projecting the voice, character, style and passion of the Masciarelli Wine company and the wine families we represent. Always fascinated by the intricacies of Italian wine, Dave aspires to be the World’s Best Italian Wine Salesman.
Favorite Quotes
When your done learning, your done.–John Wooden
The harder I work, the luckier I get.—Anonymous
https://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/238658836/
May 4th
J.Lohr Wines
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Franklin Adult Education 2017 Classes
Wine Buying Tips Using Label Information
Thursday, May 18th
Do you know 5 corporations own 80-90% of wines for sale? Many people buy wines based on label only. Do you? This wine tasting/education will explain what is on a wine label and how it can help you find the best for your dollar. After this event buying wine will never be the same!
Exploring Italian Wines
Tuesday, May 23rd
Italian wines can be some of the most confusing to understand. This tasting/education will cover history, geography, laws, regions and grapes. Come explore Italy!
Medway Community Education Winter Programs
Easter Garden Bulb Basket and Spring Wines
April 6
Get ready for Easter by join Franklin Liquors and Hillside Nursery for an evening of flowers and wine! Design a garden basket of Easter Bulbs for yourself or as a gift, and welcome Spring by tasting through an assortment of seasonal wines
The Language of Wine Labels
May 10
Ever found yourself staring at a wine label and been confused about what it’s telling you? You’re not alone! Join Mark and Kim as they decode the language on that bottle of wine. You’ll learn how to tell if a wine is dry or sweet, what might be in a blend, and so much more!
Tri-County Adult Education
French Wine Scholar Programs
Vinitas WineWorks LLC, Tri-County Adult Education, and Franklin Liquors are excited to announce the Fall session of the French Wine Scholar Certification program!
Now you don’t have to go to Boston for this world-class French wine course! Set yourself apart from your peers and specialize in the wines of France. Gain the confidence to taste, sell, and speak meaningfully about all aspects of French wine, from Champagne to Bordeaux and everything in between. Pass the exam and earn the title French Wine Scholar and FWS post-nominal.
Developed by the Wine Scholar Guild with the support of the French Ministry of Agriculture, this specialization program is designed for advanced students of wine, whether professionals or serious wine hobbyists. This is NOT an introductory wine class; students should have professional wine experience or previous classroom study. Students must be familiar with the concepts of viticulture and vinification, major grape varieties, wine regions, and wine styles from across the globe, and have experience tasting wine in a formal setting.
Tuition: $999
http://www.tri-county.tc/wine-scholar-program
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Liquor Industry News/Links 03-18-17
March 18, 2017Liquor Industry News/Links
03-18-17
By: Mark C Lenzi
CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, IWS*
In Our Wine Room This Week
Franklin Wine Club Bordeaux Event
Our St Patrick’s Day Newsletter
Let Us Help You Get Your Irish On!
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Mike & Mark
Liquor Industry Week In Review
This Weeks Highlights:
New Products
Gallo Dominates Domestic Wine “Hot Brands,”
Massachusetts Liquor Stores Want to Get In on the State’s Legal Weed Industry
14 Fascinating Facts About Guinness Beer
AND MORE!
Franklin Liquors New Daily Newspaper
The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW)
Our Daily Wine Newspaper
Wine, women and Dena Blizzard’s new board game
Wouldn’t it be funny, thought the comedian and former Miss New Jersey, if there were a game like that for grown-ups. Only, you wouldn’t wander the neighborhood seeking elusive cartoon characters, you would part your neighbor’s shrubs or peek under their decks for hidden bottles and glasses of Chardonnay.
http://www.chardonnaygogame.com
Does The Shape Of The Wine Glass Affect The Taste Of The Wine?
The shape of a wine glass affects the taste of the wine inside by channeling the wine’s aromatics and keeping it cool. If you choose the wrong glass, you could stifle your wine’s bouquet.
http://blog.vinfolio.com/2017/03/10/does-the-shape-of-the-wine-glass-affect-the-taste-of-the-wine/
America’s 30 largest wine producers (with ties to Lodi)
One of the more interesting reports logged by the industry trade publication, Wine Business Monthly, is a yearly list of 30 largest American wine production companies in terms of case sales within the U.S.
Prosecco DOC Moves Toward Sustainability
The denomination is making important steps in its commitment to a healthy environment
http://www.wineindustryadvisor.com/2017/03/10/prosecco-doc-moves-toward-sustainability
How to prevent a hangover, according to a doctor
No matter how much fun you had last night, a bad hangover the next morning is never worth it.
Luckily, there are some preventative measures you can take while drinking that will help you avoid feeling like death for most of the next day.
http://www.businessinsider.com/how-to-prevent-a-hangover-2017-3
Terroir and Honey: Where Wine and Bees Meet
Wine and honey? More similar than you’d think. With vineyards and beekeepers teaming up, and “honey tastings” on the rise, a cult culture has sprung up.
http://www.winemag.com/2017/03/09/terroir-and-honey-where-wine-and-bees-meet/
The Art of Taste: What It Takes to Become a Sommelier
New research has upended the once-prevailing belief that one is born with a fixed ability to taste. Our sense of taste—or rather smell, the eminence grise of flavor detection—is highly malleable.
http://www.vogue.com/article/how-to-become-a-sommelier
Inside Louis Latour
Maison Louis Latour is everything a wine company should be. It makes delicious and interesting wines for every level, from the collector to the after-work drinker.
https://www.meininger.de/en/wine-business-international/inside-louis-latour
Should “made in Texas” mean 100 percent Texas grapes? Texas grape growers split on wine bill
A bill in the state Legislature would require that Texas-labeled wines be made from 100 percent Texas-grown grapes, rather than 75 percent under current law.
https://www.texastribune.org/2017/03/09/wine-story/
How Millennials Are Changing The Sparkling Wine Industry
There’s a lot of talk about the millennial generation, who are currently aged between 18-32 and it seems the sparkling wine industry has not been left out.
Prosecco has gained favour with this generation is the sweeter taste. Millennials are more likely to go for a sweeter, fruitier sparkling wine.
https://www.glassofbubbly.com/millennials-changing-sparkling-wine-industry/
Reality and wine – are tasting notes all wrong?
Perhaps wine needs its own language; a set of original words that provides a precise, holistic description of wine. Rather than co-opting various flavour descriptors that are often approximate at best (‘hint of loganberry’ et al), and which may not resonate for different cultures, you could simply create words that would describe the classic styles of wines.
http://www.jancisrobinson.com/articles/reality-and-wine-are-tasting-notes-all-wrong
Prosecco: Looking Beyond The Label
Prosecco is a lovely, friendly, flowery sparkling wine from North-East Italy, with William pears aromas and it had record sales last year. But how many people realise that the wines from different zones vary as much as clothes from Primark to Prada?
https://www.glassofbubbly.com/prosecco-looking-beyond-label/
Wine Grape Varieties in Portugal
To say that this list is extensive is an understatement
http://www.wine-blog.org/index.php/2017/03/09/wine-grape-varieties-in-portugal/
Vegan wine
A vineyard in San Francisco is on a quest to prove that wine can be cruelty-free
ACTRESS HILARY DUFF LAUNCHES WINE RANGE
American actress Hillary duff has teamed up with California producer Callie Collection on a new range of wines.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2017/03/actress-hilary-duff-launches-wine/
Ever wondered why beer bottles are usually green or brown and rarely clear? Here’s why
It’s not just because brewers liked the colors
A Master Sommelier’s List Of Top Wine Regions To Visit Now
Below are Williamson’s thoughts on the top wine regions to visit in 2017
So…what is sake?
A lot of folks think that sake is rice wine. In fact, it’s not wine at all. If anything, it’s more closely related to beer, as it is actually brewed.
http://www.thewinecompany.net/so-what-is-sake/
Total wine shipments to the US expanded 3% to 399 million cases in 2016.
Total wine shipments into the US market expanded by 3%, nearing 400 million cases.
https://www.gfawine.com/blog/1
MillerCoors Introduces Redd’s Wicked Strawberry Kiwi
The Wicked Hour is back and better than ever with the return of the Redd’s Wicked Limited Release series.
Chilean Cabernet: The Wines, Regions and More
Cabernet Sauvignon is the most planted grape in Chile and the country prides itself on its exceptional Bordeaux-style blends (aka Cabernet blends). Let’s break down the 4 major wine regions of Chile which are famous for these balanced and age-worthy red wines.
10 Cool Things to Know About Carménère Wine
Here are 10 drinking facts about Carménère wine that will help you get the most out of each sip.
CraftRoots opens Milford’s first brewery
The brewery, located on 4 Industrial Way, is Milford’s first brewery, and owner Maureen Fabry hopes it becomes part of the fabric of the community.
14 Fascinating Facts About Guinness Beer
“What do you mean (*hic*) Guinness isn’t really black?”
How to Drink Wine
Wine is pleasure and conviviality, it is culture and it makes food taste better. But wine can also be intimidating. This guide takes the anxiety out of shopping, buying and drinking wine. You will learn the basics, from how to open a bottle to pairing it with food, along with the best language to use when talking about wine in stores, at restaurants and with friends.
https://cooking.nytimes.com/guides/41-how-to-drink-wine
Replica Wine mimics taste of popular Sonoma County favorites
The brand is called Replica Wine, and it relies heavily on chemistry to replicate popular brands, offering customers a savings of 15 percent or more.
http://www.pressdemocrat.com/lifestyle/wine/6704141-181/replica-wine-mimics-taste-of?artslide=0
What’s natural wine?
Many in the biz define it as wine made sans additives and with minimal tinkering — “nothing added, nothing removed,” proponents like to say.
http://www.chicagotribune.com/dining/drink/wine/ct-natural-wine-fair-bad-hunter-story.html
Massachusetts Liquor Stores Want to Get In on the State’s Legal Weed Industry
Regulation experts don’t expect the state to allow both vices to co-exist on store shelves.
The Massachusetts Package Stores Association, or liquor store association, has voted to support members in their applications to supplement their booze sales with legal weed.
https://www.merryjane.com/news/mass-liquor-stores-want-to-sell-weed
FIRST LADY WINE CREATED FOR MELANIA TRUMP
A quartet of Slovenian wine producers from Sevnica, where First Lady Melania Trump grew up, have released a wine in her honor.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2017/03/first-lady-wine-created-for-melania-trump/
How to pair 6 kinds of potato chips with wine
March 14, 2017 is National Potato Chip Day, and I thought it was time to put the world’s favourite snack food to the test with wine.
http://dailyhive.com/vancouver/pair-potato-chips-wine
Gallo Dominates Domestic Wine “Hot Brands,”
With U.S. wine consumption estimated to have hit a record high of 326.7 million cases in 2016, Impact’s latest list of wine “Hot Brands” reflects a healthy mix of returning stalwarts and rising stars. On the domestic wine side, the 2016 Hot Brands lineup featured a total of 19 winners.
E.&J. Gallo led the way with seven domestic honorees. Gallo’s Barefoot Cellars ($7-$10 a 750-ml.) held its spot at the top of the domestic roster, selling 18.3 million cases last year to earn its 14th consecutive Hot Brand award. Barefoot was joined by the lightly carbonated Barefoot Refresh offshoot, as well as Gallo portfoliomates Liberty Creek, Apothic, Dark Horse and William Hill.
Gallo also counted Vin Vault, a premium boxed wine, among its domestic winners. Premium boxed wine pioneers Black Box (Constellation) and Bota Box (Delicato Family Vineyards) likewise earned Hot Brand honors, with each selling more than 5 million cases last year. Other domestic award-winners include Deutsch Family’s Josh Cellars and Constellation’s Meiomi, which both surpassed the million-case threshold in 2016. While premium California wines accounted for the vast majority of domestic honorees, Washington’s Ste. Michelle Wine Estates also made a strong showing with its 14 Hands and Columbia Crest brands.
Do We Need to Give Up Alcohol to Lose Weight? Not Necessarily
Most such studies showed that “frequent light to moderate alcohol intake” — at most two drinks a day for men, one for women — “does not seem to be associated with obesity risk.” However, binge drinking (consuming five or more drinks on an occasion) and heavy drinking (more than four drinks in a day for men, or more than three for women) were linked to an increased risk of obesity and an expanding waistline.
French Wine Capitalizing on U.S. Drinking Trends
Major trends in the U.S. wine market including premiumization, sparkling wine, and rosé play to the strengths of French wine leading to a 14.2% value growth, surpassing runner-up New Zealand at 13.7%, to claim the highest import growth by nation over the past 52 weeks according to Nielsen data
http://www.wineindustryadvisor.com/2017/03/15/french-wine-us-drinking-trends
So THAT’S Why Your Hangovers Get Worse As You Get Older
There’s one aspect of growing older that does not age like a fine wine: Hangovers.
Discover New Zealand’s wine regions
New Zealand’s wine regions are at their most spectacular in autumn when the days are long and bathed in late sunshine – it’s an ideal time to savour and enjoy the country’s sauvignon blancs, alternative albarinos and Rieslings
http://www.financialexpress.com/lifestyle/travel-tourism/discover-new-zealands-wine-regions/588463/
Wine Growth
TOP 10 LITTLE-KNOWN IRISH WHISKEY FACTS
From the world’s most expensive bottling to the origin of the Irish coffee, we present a round-up of 10 obscure Irish whiskey facts ahead of St Patrick’s Day on Friday.
http://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2017/03/top-10-little-known-irish-whiskey-facts/
WHISTLEPIG LAUNCHES FARM-TO-BOTTLE WHISKEY
Vermont-based distillery WhistlePig has released its first farm-to-bottle ‘triple-terroir’ expression, called FarmStock.
http://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2017/03/whistlepig-launches-farm-to-bottle-whiskey/
The Rise Of The Corta: Unusual Wine Bottle Sizes Could Be A 2017 Wine Trend
In California’s Sonoma and Napa Valley, cult winemakers are experimenting with an unusual wine bottle size, the corta. This is a short bottle that was inspired by the hand-blown glass bottles found in ancient Italy. They contain 9 percent less glass than the average Bordeaux-style bottle, and they take up 14 percent less room in a cellar
http://blog.vinfolio.com/2017/03/15/rise-corta-unusual-wine-bottle-sizes-2017-wine-trend/
Bourbon Barrel Chardonnay
Robert Mondavi Private Selection, part of the Constellation portfolio, is in innovation mode with the launch of a Bourbon Barrel-Aged Chardonnay. Sourced from coastal vineyards in Monterey County, the new offering was aged in Kentucky Bourbon barrels for nine months, with a portion of the blend seeing an additional two months in barrel. Retailing at $14 a bottle, the Bourbon Barrel-Aged Chardonnay joins Robert Mondavi Private Selection’s Bourbon Barrel-Aged Cabernet Sauvignon, which debuted last year.
ORGANIC PRODUCERS SHOULD USE RENEWABLE ENERGY, SAYS TORRES
The problem with organic [viticulture] is that we have to use copper against mildew, and it is a problem: copper is toxic
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Italian Wines Of Masi Agricola
The history of Masi is the history of a family and its vineyards in the Venetian regions. The name itself derives from “Vaio dei Masi”, the small valley in Valpolicella acquired by the Boscaini family, who are still its owners now, at the end of the XVIII century.
Today, Sandro Boscaini, company President and Managing Director, runs Masi with the help of his daughter Alessandra, in charge of sales and administration; his son Raffaele, Marketing Manager and Co-ordinator of the Masi Technical Group and his brother Bruno, Production and Plant Manager. His brother Mario has his own business, but is still part of Masi and an adviser to the management.
Thursday April 13th
Wines From Abruzzo In Central Italy Mascerelli
Guest: Dave Abbot
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May 4th
J.Lohr Wines
Sign Ups Soon
Franklin Adult Education 2017 Classes
Wine Buying Tips Using Label Information
Thursday, May 18th
Do you know 5 corporations own 80-90% of wines for sale? Many people buy wines based on label only. Do you? This wine tasting/education will explain what is on a wine label and how it can help you find the best for your dollar. After this event buying wine will never be the same!
Exploring Italian Wines
Tuesday, May 23rd
Italian wines can be some of the most confusing to understand. This tasting/education will cover history, geography, laws, regions and grapes. Come explore Italy!
Medway Community Education Winter Programs
Easter Garden Bulb Basket and Spring Wines
April 6
Get ready for Easter by join Franklin Liquors and Hillside Nursery for an evening of flowers and wine! Design a garden basket of Easter Bulbs for yourself or as a gift, and welcome Spring by tasting through an assortment of seasonal wines
The Language of Wine Labels
May 10
Ever found yourself staring at a wine label and been confused about what it’s telling you? You’re not alone! Join Mark and Kim as they decode the language on that bottle of wine. You’ll learn how to tell if a wine is dry or sweet, what might be in a blend, and so much more!
Tri-County Adult Education
French Wine Scholar Programs
Vinitas WineWorks LLC, Tri-County Adult Education, and Franklin Liquors are excited to announce the Fall session of the French Wine Scholar Certification program!
Now you don’t have to go to Boston for this world-class French wine course! Set yourself apart from your peers and specialize in the wines of France. Gain the confidence to taste, sell, and speak meaningfully about all aspects of French wine, from Champagne to Bordeaux and everything in between. Pass the exam and earn the title French Wine Scholar and FWS post-nominal.
Developed by the Wine Scholar Guild with the support of the French Ministry of Agriculture, this specialization program is designed for advanced students of wine, whether professionals or serious wine hobbyists. This is NOT an introductory wine class; students should have professional wine experience or previous classroom study. Students must be familiar with the concepts of viticulture and vinification, major grape varieties, wine regions, and wine styles from across the globe, and have experience tasting wine in a formal setting.
Tuition: $999
http://www.tri-county.tc/wine-scholar-program
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Franklin Liquors And The Sugar Shoppe Partners For
Your Chocolate And Wine Events
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Franklin Liquors Wine Education
Certified Specialist Of Wine-CSW
Certified Specialist Of Spirits-CSS
Society Of Wine Educators
California Wine Appellation Specialist-CWAS-San Francisco Wine School (First In MA)
French Wine Scholar FWS-(Instructor) Wine Scholar Guild
Quini Certified Educator- QCE (First In USA)
Italian Wine Specialist-IWS-North American Sommelier Association
Our Wine Education/Events Partner
Kim Simone
Liquor Industry News/Links 03-11-17
March 11, 2017Liquor Industry News/Links
03-11-17
By: Mark C Lenzi
CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, IWS*
Spring Ahead
Reminder 03-11-17 Clocks Ahead 1 hr
In Our Wine Room This Week
A French Wine Education For
Tri-County Adult Education
AND
Medway Community Education
Watch For Our St Patrick’s Day Newsletter
New Franklin Wine Club Event
March 29th
Italian Wines Of Masi Agricola
Take Care
Franklin Liquors
Mike & Mark
Liquor Industry Week In Review
This Weeks Highlights:
New Products
Want to Pick Better Bottles? Repeat After Me: Wine Is Food
How to find a good wine retailer
Sulphites (SO2) in Wine: Top 7 Facts
AND MORE!
Franklin Liquors New Daily Newspaper
The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW)
Our Daily Wine Newspaper
Beer-themed hotel idea is doing viral as donations pour in
This is one way to get a head in business: Start a crowd-funding campaign for a beer-themed hotel.
A Scottish brewer, BrewDog, is planning the hotel, called The DogHouse, in Columbus, Ohio.
http://www.charlotteobserver.com/living/food-drink/article136223303.html
History & Tradition Of Wine
Wine has evolved as part of life, culture and diet since time immemorial.
https://www.wineinmoderation.eu/en/content/History-Tradition-of-Wine.4/
How Much Wine Is Too Much?
Based on available scientific evidence and different references provided by a variety of public health authorities, it is accepted that low-risk moderate consumption has a range set out in the guidelines below:
https://www.wineinmoderation.eu/en/content/How-much-wine-is-too-much.66/
A Beginner’s Guide to Italian Wine
When you’re looking at a bottle of Italian wine, you might see the name of the place without a hint of what grape is in the bottle.
Latest wine consumption trends: US still rising
The US remains top of the world wine consumption league and is expected to grow further in the next four years, but the industry still isn’t sure about the best way to handle so-called millennials
http://www.decanter.com/wine-news/latest-wine-consumption-trends-356443-356443/
Drinking This Type Of Red Wine Makes You More Attractive, According To Science
Research in the United States has proven pinot noir gives off a smell that’s similar to pheromones given off by men
http://elitedaily.com/news/drinking-red-wine-more-attractive/1811126/
Harnessing 3½ Tier Wine Distribution
Small and mid-size distributors offer level playing field but require higher margins
https://www.winesandvines.com/template.cfm?section=news&content=181268
BIBLICAL BOTTLES: JEROBOAM TO SALMANAZAR
Just who were the Biblical kings and prophets of ancient Israel, Judah, Assyria and Babylon whose names grace the large format bottles of wine that dominate tables and collections today?
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2017/03/biblical-bottles-jeroboam-to-salmanazar/
Love cocktails? Here are five bottles your liquor cabinet can’t do without
These ingredients aren’t usually seen at home – but their presence opens up a realm of cocktail possibilities
Roman Food and Wine Pairings
Pairings
http://winefolly.com/tutorial/roman-food-and-wine-pairings/
An Introduction to Red Wine Blending
This blog post will explore some of the common introductory reasons for using wine blending to craft red wines.
https://psuwineandgrapes.wordpress.com/2017/03/03/an-introduction-to-red-wine-blending/
PROSECCO ‘TAKES OVER FROM DISCOUNTED CHAMPAGNE’
Sales of Prosecco will surpass 412 million bottles by 2020, as the Italian sparkling “takes over from discounted Champagne”
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2017/03/prosecco-takes-over-from-discounted-champagne/
CHINA TO BECOME SECOND LARGEST WINE CONSUMER BY 2020
New figures from Vinexpo predict that wine sales in China will grow by 39.8% in the next three years, leading the country to become the world’s second largest wine market after the US.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2017/03/china-to-become-second-largest-wine-consumer-by-2020/
How to photograph beer
There’s no way to put this gently: Your beer pictures suck. Yeah, you, with the beer blog, and the Facebook albums loaded with dimly lit, weird-angle bottle shots that all have that same, bright-white flash reflection. For your sake, we coerced our eagle-eyed art director, Kevin Robie, to spill the beans on how to take beer photos like the pros.
http://draftmag.com/how-to-photograph-beer/
Slovenia and Croatia clash over Teran red wine name
The red thick wine produced from Refosco vine grapes in Istria near the Adriatic coast is known for its distinctive aroma which resembles the scent of wild berries.
http://abcnews.go.com/International/wireStory/slovenia-croatia-clash-teran-red-wine-45827208
A new approach to an old problem
Although Weight Watchers has been making wines for dieters for 15 years, there has been a slew of releases in the past five years
https://www.meininger.de/en/wine-business-international/new-approach-old-problem
In Wine Bottle Stoppers Cork Still Reigns Over Synthetic, Metal And Glass
First, despite its reputation regarding TCA taint, cork remains king.
Airlines aim to trick your taste buds at 30,000 feet
Our sensitivity to sweet and salty foods drops by about 30 per cent in the air, compared to when we’re on the ground
Why sustainability labeling is hard to find
TTB, the agency that regulates wine labeling, doesn’t have a definition for sustainability as it applies to wine
https://firstvine.wordpress.com/2017/03/01/why-sustainability-labeling-is-hard-to-find/
The Edgy Side of Valpolicella
For the price, Americans would rather pull the trigger on other rich, robust wines, such as Napa Cabernet or Châteauneuf-du-Pape, before buying an Amarone della Valpolicella DOCG
https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/edgy-side-valpolicella-cathrine-todd-dipwset
Diam launches Corsican corks
Corsican wine growers are now able to cork their wines with cork sourced from their own forests following a multi-year contract between Diam and Sylvacoop, a co-operative of 40 woodland owners.
http://www.vitisphere.com/news-84684-Diam-launches-Corsican-corks.html
Importing Italian Wines with Mariposa Fine Wines
Mariposa Fine Wine &Spirits that is based out of Boston and is owned and operated by female wine wholesaler, Judith Fabre McDonough.
Amstel introduces Amstel Xlight
With 90 calories, 2 grams of carbs, 4.2 percent alcohol by volume and 4 international bittering units, Amstel Xlight is a sessionable, premium quality light beer with a full beer flavor not expected from a light beer, the company says.
The Wines To Know From Lazio
The region has been abuzz with the investments and passions of a few individuals to improve production quality.
Sulphites (SO2) in Wine: Top 7 Facts
More seriously, Sulphur is found in rocks and everywhere underground, and is also a fundamental element of life, found in every cell of every living organism.
http://socialvignerons.com/2017/03/02/sulphites-so2-in-wine-top-7-facts/
AMERICAN WHISKEY MAKES UP 45% OF US MARKET
Spirits volume sales in the “strong” US market are slated to grow by 4.1% to 224 million nine litre cases by 2020, bolstered by American whiskey which holds 45% of the market.
http://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2017/03/american-whiskey-us-market/
SKYY VODKA ADDS APRICOT-INFUSED VARIANT
Gruppo Campari has extended its Skyy Vodka range with the addition of a premium apricot-infused expression, called Skyy Infusions California Apricot.
IN STOCK!
http://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2017/03/skyy-vodka-adds-apricot-infused-flavour/
America’s Favorite Beer May Surprise You
Hint: It’s not the self-proclaimed “King of Beers.” And it’s not named for an American patriot.
https://www.fool.com/investing/2017/03/04/americas-favorite-beer-may-surprise-you.aspx
Neon-Blue Wine Gives Spanish Start-Up a Regulatory Headache
There is no disputing the wine’s color, a neon blue that comes from adding two natural ingredients, indigo dye and anthocyanin, a pigment found in grape skin.
https://www.nytimes.com/2017/03/05/world/europe/spain-basque-blue-wine-gik.html?_r=0
How to find a good wine retailer
The best retailers do more than sell wine. They help you find wine that you didn’t know you liked. It’s easy to sell someone something they already know about. What’s more difficult, and a mark of the best retailers, is to find something new that fits the parameters of wine you already drink
https://www.winecurmudgeon.com/find-good-wine-retailer/
The New French Paradox
Connection between Oregon and Burgundy grows stronger
https://www.oregonwinepress.com/the-new-french-paradox
Languedoc to Bid Adieu to Appellations?
It’s vital to remember that the Languedoc has fewer traditions to respect than, say, Burgundy, and so winemakers in the region are far more willing to experiment and innovate than in other parts of France
http://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2017/03/languedoc-to-bid-adieu-to-appellations
From Waste to Wine Glasses
Researchers are turning leftover grape skins from winemaking into novel, 3-D-printed objects.
https://www.insidescience.org/news/brief-waste-wine-glasses
An Illustrated History of Craft Beer in America
From risk-taking trailblazers to the rise of beer geeks, we look at how America evolved from a laughing stock to a suds powerhouse.
http://firstwefeast.com/features/illustrated-history-of-craft-beer-in-america
Want to Pick Better Bottles? Repeat After Me: Wine Is Food
Most people don’t care about the intricacies of what they consume, as long as it tastes good to them. They have other priorities.
Knowing that you are in a good wine shop can sharpen your decision-making down to issues of taste and occasion rather than quality.
https://www.nytimes.com/2017/03/06/dining/wine-is-food.html?_r=0
Wine tourism in France in numbers
France now has 10 million wine tourists, a real vote of confidence in the sector.
https://www.visitfrenchwine.com/en/product/wine-tourism-france-numbers
How to Drink Wine
With so many different wines available and with bottle labels sometimes in different languages and filled with jargon, selecting a wine can seem intimidating. That’s why the single best way to improve your wine-drinking life is to find a good wine shop.
https://cooking.nytimes.com/guides/41-how-to-drink-wine
STARBUCKS ROLLS OUT WHISKEY BARREL-AGED COFFEE
Starbucks fans can now enjoy a taste of whiskey in their brew with the launch of the chain’s new whiskey barrel-aged coffee.
http://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2017/03/starbucks-rolls-out-whiskey-barrel-aged-coffee/
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Thursday March 16th
Guest: Vincent Mareel
Wines of Bordeaux have long been a French icon.
In the wine world there is no better stories than this regions history, wines and agriculture.
Did you know there is more Merlot and Cabernet grown here than anywhere else in the world?
Vincent will be speaking about the different aspects of Bordeaux regions tasting wines from the various areas.
About Vincent
Vincent Mareel, French born, living in Lille and south of France. He began his US career in Washington, DC with twelve years in the food and wine scene in DC catering to residence and patrons on Capitol Hill. He continued in DC representing both French and prestigious American wines in the DC Metropolitan area, working with elite country clubs and restaurants. Today he has worked for Luneau USA representing the Group Castel as leader in French wines, for 15 years, as well as wineries all over Europe (Italy, Spain, Portugal).
https://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/237914865/
Wednesday March 29th
Tony Apostolakos of
Italian Wines Of Masi Agricola
The history of Masi is the history of a family and its vineyards in the Venetian regions. The name itself derives from “Vaio dei Masi”, the small valley in Valpolicella acquired by the Boscaini family, who are still its owners now, at the end of the XVIII century.
Today, Sandro Boscaini, company President and Managing Director, runs Masi with the help of his daughter Alessandra, in charge of sales and administration; his son Raffaele, Marketing Manager and Co-ordinator of the Masi Technical Group and his brother Bruno, Production and Plant Manager. His brother Mario has his own business, but is still part of Masi and an adviser to the management.
Thursday April 13th
Wines From Abruzzo In Central Italy Mascerelli
Guest: Dave Abbot
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May 4th
J.Lohr Wines
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Franklin Adult Education 2017 Classes
Wine Buying Tips Using Label Information
Thursday, May 18th
Do you know 5 corporations own 80-90% of wines for sale? Many people buy wines based on label only. Do you? This wine tasting/education will explain what is on a wine label and how it can help you find the best for your dollar. After this event buying wine will never be the same!
Exploring Italian Wines
Tuesday, May 23rd
Italian wines can be some of the most confusing to understand. This tasting/education will cover history, geography, laws, regions and grapes. Come explore Italy!
Medway Community Education Winter Programs
Easter Garden Bulb Basket and Spring Wines
April 6
Get ready for Easter by join Franklin Liquors and Hillside Nursery for an evening of flowers and wine! Design a garden basket of Easter Bulbs for yourself or as a gift, and welcome Spring by tasting through an assortment of seasonal wines
The Language of Wine Labels
May 10
Ever found yourself staring at a wine label and been confused about what it’s telling you? You’re not alone! Join Mark and Kim as they decode the language on that bottle of wine. You’ll learn how to tell if a wine is dry or sweet, what might be in a blend, and so much more!
Tri-County Adult Education
French Wine Scholar Programs
Vinitas WineWorks LLC, Tri-County Adult Education, and Franklin Liquors are excited to announce the Fall session of the French Wine Scholar Certification program!
Now you don’t have to go to Boston for this world-class French wine course! Set yourself apart from your peers and specialize in the wines of France. Gain the confidence to taste, sell, and speak meaningfully about all aspects of French wine, from Champagne to Bordeaux and everything in between. Pass the exam and earn the title French Wine Scholar and FWS post-nominal.
Developed by the Wine Scholar Guild with the support of the French Ministry of Agriculture, this specialization program is designed for advanced students of wine, whether professionals or serious wine hobbyists. This is NOT an introductory wine class; students should have professional wine experience or previous classroom study. Students must be familiar with the concepts of viticulture and vinification, major grape varieties, wine regions, and wine styles from across the globe, and have experience tasting wine in a formal setting.
Tuition: $999
http://www.tri-county.tc/wine-scholar-program
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Quini Certified Educator- QCE (First In USA)
Italian Wine Specialist-IWS-North American Sommelier Association
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Our March 2017 Events Schedule
In Our Wine Room This Week
A Franklin Wine Club Event 03-02-17
Exploring California Wines Of Bell And Schug
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Old Photos Of Our Original Home Showed Up!
Jimmies Liquor/Tobacco/Penny Candy
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Liquor Industry Week In Review
This Weeks Highlights:
New Products
10 Reasons to fall in Love with Argentine Wines
Massachusetts Announces Alcohol Beverage Task Force
Weird Wine Flavors and the Science Behind Them
AND MORE!
Franklin Liquors New Daily Newspaper
The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW)
Our Daily Wine Newspaper
Saving The Planet, One Substantial Wine Producer At A Time
The business of wine, of course, doesn’t just happen in the vineyard. From the winery to the tasting room, opportunities exist for larger (and, of course, smaller) producers to positively impact the environment.
Weird Wine Flavors and the Science Behind Them
Next time you have a glass of wine in front of your nose, see if you can pick out one of these more bizarre flavors.
http://winefolly.com/tutorial/weird-wine-flavors-and-the-science-behind-them/
How a vitamin found in BEER could be used to treat the painful side effects of chemotherapy
A vitamin found in beer and milk could be used to treat the lasting pain of chemotherapy, new research suggests.
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-4256936/Vitamin-BEER-treat-chemotherapy-pain.html
DOES YOUR WINE HAVE A GENDER?
Masculine wines are commonly associated with structure and power, while feminine wines can be perceived as delicate and thin.
http://www.snooth.com/articles/does-your-wine-have-a-gender/
Napa Valley partnership is first to develop wine-infused coffee
Molinari Private Reserve, which is made in the heart of the famous wine-making region, started initially as a unique experiment between founder Rick Molinari and coffee roaster John Weaver – a one-time master roaster for Peete’s Coffee.
http://www.foodbev.com/news/napa-valley-partnership-is-first-to-infuse-coffee-beans-with-wine/
Connecting with wine consumers and tasting room visitors via mobile devices
In 2015, 68% of U.S. adults owned a smartphone, and, as might be expected, younger consumers were more likely to own one than more mature consumers.
The Art Of Wine: 9 Lessons From World Champion Sommelier Enrico Bernardo
Enrico Bernardo became the youngest world champion sommelier when he achieved the title in 2004 at the age of 27
Redd’s Apple Ale Introduces New Flavors
Redd’s Blueberry Ale returns by popular demand to the Redd’s family, joining the new Redd’s Raspberry Ale.
Horizontal versus Vertical Lees Aging: A Case Study in Franciacorta
One of the most interesting vinification methods used by Mosnel for some of their Franciacortas is the use of horizontal stainless steel tanks during the post-fermentation period, as opposed to using the vertical tanks that are much more common in winemaking.
http://www.academicwino.com/2017/02/horizontal-vertical-lees-aging-franciacorta.html/
A Tale of Two (Very Different) Chardonnays
Chardonnay: it’s the most planted white grape in the world, as well as the most planted wine grape in the United States. And yet, Chardonnay seems to be the world’s most polarizing wine: you either love it or hate it.
Beer Is Still The Undisputed Champ Of Alcoholic Beverages
Who doesn’t love a cold beer? According to AYTM, 46.4 percent of Americans regularly buy beer, higher than every other alcoholic beverage.
Statista noted the percentage of U.S. consumers who regularly buy the following alcoholic beverages:
Wine – 36.1 percent.
Liquor – 30.2 percent.
Cocktails/mixed drinks – 19.5 percent.
None – 18.7 percent.
Hard soda – 10.9 percent.
Other – 2.4 percent.
WINE CLOSURES: THE FACTS
Whether it be cork, plastic or aluminium, winemakers are spoilt for choice when it comes to stoppers. Patrick Schmitt MW considers the performance of each closure type.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2017/02/wine-closures-the-facts/
Asti Secco, AstiSecco, Astisecco, Prosecco: Italian wine heading toward an identity crisis
The creation of Asti Secco (Dry Asti), a dry wine made from Moscato grapes grown in Asti province in Piedmont.
https://dobianchi.com/2017/02/24/italian-sounding-government-italy-food-wine/
Massachusetts Announces Alcohol Beverage Task Force
The Task Force will establish working groups that will comprise of industry stakeholders and will focus on specific areas and topics. A preliminary report will be provided to the Treasurer within six months of convening.
What is ‘wild’ yeast, and why is it all the rage in wine, beer and cider?
A single grapevine teems with life. There’s the fruit, of course, but I’m mainly talking about the tens of millions of microscopic bits of yeast, fungi and bacteria clinging to the ripe grape skins.
Constellation humiliates its competition in retail sales growth.
10 Reasons to fall in Love with Argentine Wines
Argentina is the fifth largest wine-producing country in the world.
http://socialvignerons.com/2017/02/28/10-reasons-to-fall-in-love-with-argentine-wines/
Italian Wines: Strong Growth Potential for Wines Beloved by U.S. Consumers
Italy maintained its position as the number one international supplier of wines to this country both in terms of value and volume, with a total import of 323.8 million liters
http://finance.yahoo.com/news/italian-wines-strong-growth-potential-130000775.html
10 Party Facts about the Roman God of Wine
Bacchus was primarily known as the god of agriculture and wine, but was also associated with fertility, drama, and revelry.
http://winefolly.com/update/10-party-facts-about-the-roman-god-of-wine/
CHINA’S WINE REGIONS: XINJIANG
Bordering Mongolia, India and Kazakhstan, Xinjiang is home to the world’s second largest shifting sand desert – the Takla Makan – which accounts for two thirds of China’s desert area. Winemaking or even growing profitable crops seems highly unlikely, and yet this outpost in northwestern China has grown to be China’s biggest winemaking region.
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2017/03/chinas-wine-regions-xinjiang/
How Pinot Noir From Around The World Is Changing Wine-Drinking Perceptions
What’s more interesting is the sheer range of Pinot Noir available right now, and the stunning number of places in which this most finicky grape variety is being successfully grown and vinified.
Going Organic with Chianti Classico
Chianti Classico now has 50 producers making wine from organic grapes, and fully one-third of the vineyards in the region are certified organic.
http://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2017/03/going-organic-with-chianti-classico
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Wines From Bordeaux France
Thursday March 16th
Guest: Vincent Mareel
Wines of Bordeaux have long been a French icon.
In the wine world there is no better stories than this regions history, wines and agriculture.
Did you know there is more Merlot and Cabernet grown here than anywhere else in the world?
Vincent will be speaking about the different aspects of Bordeaux regions tasting wines from the various areas.
About Vincent
Vincent Mareel, French born, living in Lille and south of France. He began his US career in Washington, DC with twelve years in the food and wine scene in DC catering to residence and patrons on Capitol Hill. He continued in DC representing both French and prestigious American wines in the DC Metropolitan area, working with elite country clubs and restaurants. Today he has worked for Luneau USA representing the Group Castel as leader in French wines, for 15 years, as well as wineries all over Europe (Italy, Spain, Portugal).
https://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/237914865/
Wednesday March 29th
Tony Apostolakos of
Italian Wines Of Masi Agricola
Sign Ups Soon
Thursday April 13th
Wines From Abruzzo In Central Italy Mascerelli
Guest: Dave Abbot
Sign Ups Soon
Franklin Adult Education 2017 Classes
An Introduction to Irish Whiskey – a tasting/education
Wednesday, March 8
Franklins own Walsh Family, an Irish Whiskey Importer
This evening is designed to promote the sensible enjoyment of Irish whiskey, Ireland’s indigenous spirit. We believe there is something extra-special about Irish whiskey in its many varieties.
So whether you’re a discerning aficionado or whiskey, or simply partial to the occasional sup, plan to join local Irish whiskey importer of Flaming Leprechaun for this interesting, informative and fun evening in a friendly, casual environment at Franklin Liquors. This is and Irish Whiskey Tasting experience you are sure to enjoy, savor and remember.
Wine Buying Tips Using Label Information
Thursday, May 18th
Do you know 5 corporations own 80-90% of wines for sale? Many people buy wines based on label only. Do you? This wine tasting/education will explain what is on a wine label and how it can help you find the best for your dollar. After this event buying wine will never be the same!
Exploring Italian Wines
Tuesday, May 23rd
Italian wines can be some of the most confusing to understand. This tasting/education will cover history, geography, laws, regions and grapes. Come explore Italy!
Medway Community Education Winter Programs
Easter Garden Bulb Basket and Spring Wines
April 6
Get ready for Easter by join Franklin Liquors and Hillside Nursery for an evening of flowers and wine! Design a garden basket of Easter Bulbs for yourself or as a gift, and welcome Spring by tasting through an assortment of seasonal wines
Sign ups soon
The Language of Wine Labels
May 10
Ever found yourself staring at a wine label and been confused about what it’s telling you? You’re not alone! Join Mark and Kim as they decode the language on that bottle of wine. You’ll learn how to tell if a wine is dry or sweet, what might be in a blend, and so much more!
Sign ups soon
Tri-County Adult Education
French Wine Scholar Programs
Vinitas WineWorks LLC, Tri-County Adult Education, and Franklin Liquors are excited to announce the Fall session of the French Wine Scholar Certification program!
Now you don’t have to go to Boston for this world-class French wine course! Set yourself apart from your peers and specialize in the wines of France. Gain the confidence to taste, sell, and speak meaningfully about all aspects of French wine, from Champagne to Bordeaux and everything in between. Pass the exam and earn the title French Wine Scholar and FWS post-nominal.
Developed by the Wine Scholar Guild with the support of the French Ministry of Agriculture, this specialization program is designed for advanced students of wine, whether professionals or serious wine hobbyists. This is NOT an introductory wine class; students should have professional wine experience or previous classroom study. Students must be familiar with the concepts of viticulture and vinification, major grape varieties, wine regions, and wine styles from across the globe, and have experience tasting wine in a formal setting.
Tuition: $999
http://www.tri-county.tc/wine-scholar-program
New Dates Soon!
March 9th French wines
Lets take a tasting tour around France.
We will discuss regions, laws and explore unique wines from Champagne to the Southwest. Don’t let wines from France confuse you, learn what grapes grow best where and become an expert!
https://registration.xenegrade.com/tri-county/courseDisplay.cfm?schID=2098
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Franklin Liquors And The Sugar Shoppe Partners For
Your Chocolate And Wine Events
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Certified Specialist Of Wine-CSW
Certified Specialist Of Spirits-CSS
Society Of Wine Educators
California Wine Appellation Specialist-CWAS-San Francisco Wine School (First In MA)
French Wine Scholar FWS-(Instructor) Wine Scholar Guild
Quini Certified Educator- QCE (First In USA)
Italian Wine Specialist-IWS-North American Sommelier Association
Our Wine Education/Events Partner
Kim Simone
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