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The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

By: Mark C Lenzi

CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, IWS*, SWS, OWE, IWM*

02-12-2024

Liquor Industry Week In Review

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

Can You Sample A Drink At A Bar?

Does Wine Make You Fat?

Does Bourbon Always Have To Be Made In Kentucky?

Do You Need To Rest Your Beer After Pouring It?

If you are a big lover of beer, then you may be interested in learning more about the specifics of the beverage, including the best ways to enjoy it.

https://www.tastingtable.com/1495342/rest-beer-after-pouring-explained-expert/

Tanqueray Vs Bombay: The True Difference Between The 2 Gin Brands

Tanqueray and Bombay are two of the most popular brands of gin, and the flagship spirits of each are likely to be found in nearly every bar from Singapore to Tijuana.

https://www.tastingtable.com/1494588/tanqueray-bombay-difference-explained/

Healey scratches liquor license provision from municipal bill

But another key provision – giving control of the issuance of liquor licenses to municipalities rather than the Legislature – was dropped at the last minute.

https://commonwealthbeacon.org/government/state-government/healey-scratches-liquor-license-provision-from-municipal-bill/

The Correct Way To Pour A Black And Tan

The traditional varieties used in a black and tan are an IPA (usually a Bass pale ale) for the hoppy base and a dark Guinness stout on top.

https://www.mashed.com/1499084/how-to-pour-black-tan-beer/

How does geography and climate impact wine quality and its health benefits?

In a recent study published in Foods, researchers review the health benefits and quality of wines and their phenolic derivatives.

https://www.news-medical.net/news/20240122/How-does-geography-and-climate-impact-wine-quality-and-its-health-benefits.aspx

Think wine is a virtue, not a vice? Nutrition label information surprised many US consumers

The researchers found that consumers often feel insecure and confused after reading wine ingredient information.

https://theconversation.com/think-wine-is-a-virtue-not-a-vice-nutrition-label-information-surprised-many-us-consumers-217509

A vodka made from sheep’s milk will soon be distilled in Kentucky

Merging British heritage and Kentucky Spirit, Blacklion Vodka is made from sheep’s milk.

https://spectrumnews1.com/ky/louisville/news/2024/01/20/vodka-producing-sheep

New York Wine And Liquor Retailers Push Back Against Wine In Grocery Stores

Empire State package store owners say proposed legislation would kill family-owned small businesses.

https://www.marketwatchmag.com/new-york-wine-and-liquor-retailers-push-back-against-wine-in-grocery-stores/

The Historical Relationship Between Redbreast Whiskey And Jameson

Redbreast and Jameson actually share a history.

https://www.tastingtable.com/1494219/historic-relationship-redbreast-whiskey-jameson/

Does Wine Make You Fat? Looking Through a Glass Thinly

The good news is that you can drink wine without getting fat. When it comes to both calories and carbohydrates, moderate wine drinking won’t ruin your diet.

https://www.nataliemaclean.com/blog/wine-diet-calories-fat/

Roman Wine Tasted ‘Spicy’, Archaeologists Reveal

Archaeologists have revealed how Roman wine would have looked, smelled and tasted around 2,000 years ago.

https://www.newsweek.com/how-roman-wine-tasted-archaeologists-1862792

What does “% ABV” on my Wine’s label mean?

Winemakers are required by federal and state laws to list the alcohol level of a wine on the wine’s label. And “% ABV” stands for percentage alcohol by volume.

https://ocws.org/what-does-abv-on-my-wines-label-mean/

The Unique Origin Story Behind Neat Bourbon Glasses

Order a bourbon Neat at your local bar and you’ll probably get a shot served straight up in a rocks glass.

https://www.tastingtable.com/1497291/origin-story-neat-bourbon-glasses/

Can you store alcohol in a Stanley drinking cup?

The Stanley drinking cup craze shows no sign of abating. But can you safely keep booze in one? db investigates the all-important question.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2024/01/can-you-store-alcohol-in-a-stanley-drinking-cup/

What Is Verjus?

Verjus is a crisp and fruity liquid that lies somewhere between wine and Welch’s grape juice.

https://vinepair.com/articles/ask-wine-pro-what-is-verjus/

What It Means To Be a Bonded Winery in the U.S.

The term “bonded winery” holds a unique significance in the U.S., encapsulating a complex web of regulations and economic advantages.

https://mag.sommtv.com/2024/01/what-it-means-to-be-a-bonded-winery-in-the-u-s/

How Many Cans Of Beer Are In A Half Or Full Keg

Have you ever taken a look at a keg purchased for a particularly spirited shindig and wondered how much beer you’re actually getting?

https://www.tastingtable.com/1501012/how-much-beer-cans-half-full-keg/

How Often Does Pappy Van Winkle Whiskey Get Released?

There’s no denying that Pappy Van Winkle is the most sought-after American whiskey in the world.

https://uproxx.com/life/when-is-pappy-van-winkle-released/

Beyond Margaritas: A beginner’s guide to understanding tequila

 Let’s take a journey back in time. No, not to your last tequila-induced adventure, but to where it all began.

https://www.wfla.com/bloom-tampa-bay/beyond-margaritas-a-beginners-guide-to-understanding-tequila/

Monster Energy expands further into alcohol with Nasty Beast

Monster Energy has plans to launch a second alcoholic drinks line, entering the hard iced tea category with a brand named Nasty Beast

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2024/01/monster-energy-expands-further-into-alcohol-with-nasty-beast/

Why You Should Avoid Caffeine When You’re Hung Over (and 9 Decaf Coffees to Try Instead)

As long as humans have been drinking alcohol, we’ve been searching for ways to mitigate our hangovers.

https://vinepair.com/articles/avoid-caffeine-when-hungover-with-recipes/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=5fd9c8570d-JANUARY_25_2024&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-5fd9c8570d-38937345&mc_cid=5fd9c8570d&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

What Are Sulfites—and Should You Avoid Sulfite-Rich Foods?

Registered dietitians set the record straight on this common food preservative.

https://www.realsimple.com/what-are-sulfites-8549811

Pink Won’t Save California Wine

No amount of cheap rosé is going to make a dent in California’s huge oversupply of wine grapes.

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2024/01/pink-wont-save-california-wine

Wine deliveries from out-of-state are banned in RI, and the state is fighting to keep it that way.

A federal judge will weigh dueling briefs in the legal fight over Rhode Island’s ban on out-of-state retailers delivering wines to Rhode Islanders’ doorsteps, with the state arguing it’s a matter of public safety and health.

https://www.providencejournal.com/story/news/politics/courts/2024/01/25/this-court-case-could-end-ris-ban-on-out-of-state-wine-delivery/72337960007/

Does Bourbon Always Have To Be Made In Kentucky?

The short answer is that bourbon does not have to be made in Kentucky.

https://www.tastingtable.com/1499022/does-bourbon-always-made-kentucky/

Wine Pie Is The Viral (And Vile) Trend You Should Only Try Once

Wine pie sounds like it shouldn’t work, and that’s because it doesn’t.

https://www.mashed.com/1497738/tiktok-viral-trend-wine-pie/

Move over champagne and prosecco, Turkish sparkling wines are getting more popular

When it comes to celebrating a big occasion, more are reaching for a bottle of Turkish bubbly in a market dominated by French champagne, Spanish cava and Italian prosecco.

https://www.thepeakmagazine.com.sg/gourmet-travel/turkish-sparkling-wines/

What’s The Best Type Of Alcohol To Pair With Fast Food?

Luckily, we’ve spoken with two award-winning mixologists and a sommelier to reveal exactly how to elevate those Chipotle burritos and McFlurries like a pro.

https://www.mashed.com/1502189/best-alcohol-pair-fast-food/

Spray coating for grapes shows promise in battle between wildfire smoke and wine

Spray on coatings for grapes in the vineyard have promise in preventing off flavors in wines that result from contact with wildfire smoke, according to new Oregon State University research.

https://today.oregonstate.edu/news/spray-coating-grapes-shows-promise-battle-between-wildfire-smoke-and-wine

How Josh Cellars is responding to its newfound viral fame

The much-memed wine brand is hoping to keep social capital up with collaborations and a new social strategy.

https://www.marketingbrew.com/stories/2024/01/25/how-josh-cellars-is-responding-to-viral-fame

Athletic Brewing – The King of NA Beer?

Non-alcoholic (NA) beer is American consumer culture’s oldest social responsibility segment

https://foodinstitute.com/focus/focus-athletic-brewing-the-king-of-na-beer/

Study: If You Let People Buy Beer at Grocery Stores, the Liquor Stores Still Survive

Liquor store owners and store association lobbyists claimed that allowing alcohol sales on Sunday would negatively impact their livelihoods.

https://reason.com/2024/01/26/study-if-you-let-people-buy-beer-at-grocery-stores-the-liquor-stores-still-survive/

The Best Beer and Wine Pairings for Pastries

Read on for the wine and beer pastry pairings you shouldn’t miss.

https://vinepair.com/articles/pastry-pairing-guide/

Why Is Stagg Bourbon Such A Rare Find?

In some places, they’re nearly impossible to find. So, what’s the story?

https://www.tastingtable.com/1499385/why-is-stagg-bourbon-rare/

Mexico’s Tequila Exports to the US Were Down in 2023

Those numbers tell a more complicated story than you might think

https://www.insidehook.com/spirits/mexico-tequila-exports-down-2023

Beaujolais Is The Versatile Wine That’s Blowing Up For 2024

Ask most wine industry professionals what their thoughts on Beaujolais are and you’re likely to amass a fond reaction.

https://www.thezoereport.com/living/beaujolais-wine

The weirdest beer styles you’ve probably never heard of

These beers have everything from seaweed to oyster shells.

https://www.themanual.com/fashion/weirdest-types-of-beer/

VS And VSOP: How To Tell The Age Of Your Cognac

Just like with any spirit, buying a good bottle of cognac is a learned art.

https://www.tastingtable.com/1504544/vs-vsop-how-tell-age-of-cognac/

Sting’s New Low-Proof Liquor Is Perfect for Sipping With ‘Friends and Lovers’

It’s also the perfect substitute for Aperol in a traditional spritz.

https://www.foodandwine.com/what-stings-amante-1530-tastes-like-8557707

Where next for the US sparkling wine market?

Even though sparkling wine growth is moderating, IWSR data shows a demographic shift that’s driving deeper category engagement in the US

https://www.theiwsr.com/where-next-for-the-us-sparkling-wine-market/

New OTR

Beam Suntory’s On The Rocks ready-to-serve cocktail brand is rolling out a new Strawberry Daiquiri extension. Available nationally, the newcomer is made of strawberry, lime, and Cruzan Rum and sells in 750ml, 375ml, and 200ml PET bottles at 20% abv. On The Rocks also includes Aviation, Cosmopolitan, Jalapeño Pineapple Margarita, Mai Tai, Manhattan, Espresso Martini, Classic Daiquiri, Margarita, and Old Fashioned offerings, retailing at $13 a 375-ml. The brand reached 738,000 cases in the U.S. last year, according to Impact Databank.

Calvados Is Trending—Here’s Everything You Need to Know About the European Spirit

Old World producers are honoring time-tested, natural production methods, yet aren’t afraid to embrace innovation, adding up to an increasingly dynamic category

https://daily.sevenfifty.com/calvados-is-trending-heres-everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-european-spirit/

What Is Dry Beer And Where Did It Originate?

Dry beer sounds like a contradiction. However, dry beer actually has nothing to do with wetness or water.

https://www.tastingtable.com/1503618/what-is-dry-beer-origins/

Move over, tequila: Bacanora is the next agave spirit bubbling up in your bar

Bacanora is the newest agave spirit in your glass

https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/bacanora-explainer-guide/

Every type of champagne, explained

All the types of champagne, explained – finally

https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/different-types-of-champagne/

New High Noon

Spirit of Gallo is launching a High Noon Fiesta Pack alongside a new 700-ml. canned offering for High Noon’s Tequila and lime seltzer. The new variety pack will launch this month and contains eight cans in four flavors: grapefruit, lime, prickly pear, and blood orange. The larger format 700-ml. can will begin to roll out across the U.S. in March. High Noon is the largest spirits brand in the U.S., according to Impact Databank, with estimated U.S. volume up 30% to 21.4 million cases.

What does “reserve wine” really mean? It’s complicated

The term “wine reserve” can mean a lot of things

https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/wine-reserve-meaning/

You Can Buy Better Italian Wine If You Know What This Acronym on the Bottle Stands For

Three or four letters on your bottle of wine contain a lot of information about what you’re about to drink.

https://www.foodandwine.com/doc-vs-docg-wines-8553791

What happens when a wine expert doesn’t want to drink?

“I have not met many people in the booze industry who don’t drink too much”

https://www.salon.com/2024/01/30/what-happens-when-a-wine-expert-doesnt-want-to-drink/

Thinking outside the bottle: Prosecco DOC campaign receives backlash

Last month, the Consorzio Tutela Prosecco DOC launched its This is not Prosecco marketing campaign in the UK, sparking controversy. Was it actually “out of touch”, as some argued, or is it all just a storm in a sparkling wine flute?

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2024/01/thinking-outside-the-bottle-prosecco-doc-campaign-receives-backlash/

What It Means When Your Brandy Bottle Says ‘Immature’

Brandy is something of an enigma in the world of alcohol.

https://www.tastingtable.com/1502965/why-your-brandy-bottle-says-immature/

Can You Sample A Drink At A Bar?

If you’ve ever wondered whether or not you can ask to sample a drink at a bar, well, the rules aren’t always black and white.

https://www.tastingtable.com/1502914/sample-drink-bar-allowed/

Gen Z Wine Enthusiasts Prefer Drinking At Home, Survey Finds

Nearly 70% choose the comfort of their homes for socializing over wine, according to new research.

https://www.zenger.news/2024/01/30/gen-z-wine-enthusiasts-prefer-drinking-at-home-survey-finds/

Bordeaux Winegrowers Join Fellow French Farmers on the Barricades

Farm workers around the nation blocked highways, dumped hay and manure in front of government buildings for days to protest regulations and taxes

https://www.winespectator.com/articles/france-paralyzed-by-farmer-protests

Can Taproom Chains Offset Lagging Beer Sales?

As the brewing industry struggles, some breweries are building out distinct satellite taprooms to boost profitability

https://daily.sevenfifty.com/can-taproom-chains-offset-lagging-beer-sales/

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The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

By: Mark C Lenzi

CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, IWS*, SWS, OWE, IWM*

01-29-2024

Liquor Industry Week In Review

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

What’s the Shelf Life of Liquor?

What Determines How Much Alcohol Is in Wine?

Plymouth MA Voters Repeal the Miniature Alcohol Bottles Ban

The Fascinating, Multi-Faceted Sangiovese

But calling sangiovese the Chianti grape is way too limiting for this extraordinary wine grape.  Why? Let’s find out by uncovering some fun facts about sangiovese and the delicious red wines that it makes.

https://verovino.com/vero-blog/2024/1/3/sangiovese-red-wine-grape-brunello-tuscany-romagna

US Alcohol Industry’s Worst Year Since 1991

The vast American liquor industry hasn’t been in such poor shape for three decades.

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2024/01/us-alcohol-industrys-worst-year-since-1991

Zamora Co. Partners With Cowboys’ Dak Prescott On Volteo Tequila

Dallas-based Zamora Co. USA is partnering with Dallas Cowboys quarterback Dak Prescott to launch a new upscale Tequila brand, Volteo. The partners have worked with Destileria Casa De Piedra in Jalisco, Mexico, to develop the organic, additive-free brand, which will launch later this year with blanco, reposado and cristalino Tequila offerings.

A portion of proceeds from sales of Volteo will support Prescott’s Faith Fight Finish Foundation. In addition to the upcoming Tequila launch, Zamora Co. USA’s portfolio includes Licor 43, Yellow Rose Whiskey, Don Papa Rum, Fercullen Irish Whiskey, Martin Miller’s Gin, Lolea Sangria, San Cosme Mezcal, Villa Massa Limoncello, Amaretto, and Vermouth, plus Spanish wines Ramon Bilbao, Cruz De Alba, and Mar de Frades

10 facts about Americans and alcohol as ‘Dry January’ begins

Here are 10 key facts about Americans’ behaviors and attitudes when it comes to drinking alcohol and how these have changed over time, drawn from surveys and sales data.

https://www.pewresearch.org/short-reads/2024/01/03/10-facts-about-americans-and-alcohol-as-dry-january-begins/

15 Sonoma Winemakers You Need to Know in 2024

Get to know over a dozen of the region’s most interesting winemakers who share their under-the-radar recommendations in Sonoma County.

https://www.sonomamag.com/15-sonoma-winemakers-you-need-to-know-in-2024/

Miller Lite to release beer-flavored mints

Miller Lite still wants its customers to enjoy the taste of beer even if they are partaking in Dry January.

https://ktla.com/news/nationworld/miller-lite-to-release-beer-flavored-mints/

How to invest in wine: Pros, cons and what you need to know

Fine wine is a popular alternative investment that has the potential for value appreciation, as well as the tangible benefit of good taste.

https://www.usatoday.com/money/blueprint/investing/how-to-invest-in-wine/

8 Great Substitutes for Marsala Wine

You probably have some of the best substitutes for this fortified wine in your pantry.

https://www.foodandwine.com/marsala-wine-substitute-8424126

US Labels On Wine | What Does It Really Mean?

The dreaded quality loss of the past on long-distance transported wines continues to haunt prices… Without reason. Read much more about the meaning of US labels here.

https://www.rarewineinvest.com/news/2023/us-labels-on-wine-what-does-it-really-mean/

Robots in the Vineyards: Could AI Be a Green Winemaking Ally?

Oregon researchers employ an AI-powered robot to control vineyard pests without chemicals

https://www.winespectator.com/articles/scientists-try-ai-robots-against-insects-threatening-vineyards

Languedoc production down 15% on five-year average

A late heatwave in the south of the Languedoc has led to a significant reduction in yields, though producers are keen to stress the quality of the 2023 harvest.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2024/01/languedoc-2023-harvest-production-down-15-on-five-year-average/

Legendary Napa Valley sign could be moved for safety reasons

The legendary sign that welcomes wine enthusiasts into the Napa Valley region could be moved due to safety concerns for tourists who stop to take pictures at the location.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2024/01/legendary-napa-valley-sign-could-be-moved-for-safety-reasons/

Madeira Wine Is Surprisingly Versatile — Here’s How to Pair it With Your Favorite Dishes

The acidity in this fortified wine counteracts the sweetness.

https://www.foodandwine.com/madeira-wine-8424565

Canned wine ‘least preferred’ packaging for consumers

Traditional glass bottles are still the most popular format for wine drinkers as canned wine is the least preferred, according to a new survey.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2024/01/canned-wine-least-preferred-packaging-for-consumers/

18 Brilliant Uses for Wine Corks — You’ll Be Surprised at Everything They Can Do!

Next time you pop open a bottle, save the cork — it can make a host of household tasks easier!

https://www.firstforwomen.com/posts/life-hacks/uses-for-wine-corks

What Are the Different Types of Sherry?

A beginner’s guide to a bartender’s best friend

https://www.insidehook.com/cocktails/types-sherry

Leftover Sparkling Wine Is Surprisingly Useful in the Kitchen

Don’t dump out that bottle of bubbly before considering its next life as a vinaigrette.

https://www.foodandwine.com/how-to-cook-with-champagne-8425179

Does Beer Expire — And Is It OK to Drink Old Beer?

No, beer doesn’t expire per se. But it’s got a few factors working against its aging potential: Light, oxygen, heat, and time are the four main culprits of spoiled or “skunked” beer

https://vinepair.com/articles/does-beer-expire/

Orange Wine Might Be Trendy, but It’s Definitely Not New—Here’s What You Need to Know

And no, there are no oranges involved.

https://parade.com/food/orange-wine

The Wine And Milk Trend That Had The Internet In Shambles

The #milkandwine on TikTok yields several results of people trying the newest craze with opinions ranging from pure disgust to shocking approval.

https://www.mashed.com/1490560/wine-milk-trend/

9 Grapes to Help You Understand Armenian Wine

Trace through centuries of wine history and almost every trail will lead back to Armenia.

https://www.wineenthusiast.com/basics/grapes-101/armenian-wine-grapes/

How To Tell If Bourbon Has Gone Bad

Are you nervous that the bourbon in your liquor collection has gone bad? We have some tips and tricks for how to tell if that’s the case

https://www.tastingtable.com/1490778/how-to-tell-bourbon-expire/

What Is Chambord And How Do You Drink It?

While a visually appealing container can be a delightful addition to any bar, Chambord’s design goes beyond mere aesthetics, reflecting the very essence of what lies within.

https://www.tastingtable.com/1490118/what-is-chambord-how-to-drink/

Great Britain Just Had Its Largest Ever Wine Vintage. The Implications Could Be Huge.

The 2023 season has been declared a “miracle harvest” in Great Britain with a whopping estimated 20 to 22 million bottles of wine in production

https://www.wineenthusiast.com/culture/industry-news/englands-2023-vintage/

What Are Absinthe Bitters And How Do You Use Them In Cocktails?

Absinthe bitters are a distinctive, intriguing, and often misunderstood ingredient in the world of mixology.

https://www.tastingtable.com/1489372/what-are-absinthe-bitters-how-to-use-cocktails/

Irish Coffee Is A 2-Ingredient Cocktail That Deserves A Proper Whiskey

From coffee negronis to creative espresso martinis, bartenders are constantly expanding the world of coffee cocktails.

https://www.tastingtable.com/1489277/irish-coffee-two-ingredient-cocktail-whiskey/

On tap in 2024: More Modelo, tequila, canned cocktails, whiskey and non-boozy beverages

Spending on alcohol rose slightly in 2023, but most of the sales growth came from Modelo beer, canned drinks, tequila, whiskey and non-alcoholic options – trends likely to continue in 2024.

https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/2024/01/14/beer-tequila-whiskey-non-alcoholic-drinks-2024/72167434007/

17 Best Bourbon And Cheese Pairings

This venture is more than just a tasting experience; it’s an immersive journey into understanding how the intricate flavors of each bourbon can enhance and be enhanced by the characteristics of various cheeses

https://www.tastingtable.com/1489052/best-bourbon-cheese-pairings/

The Reason India Consumes So Much Whisky

The South Asian country drinks almost half of the world’s supply of the golden liquor, made even more impressive given that the majority of the population refrains from alcohol entirely.

https://www.tastingtable.com/1490450/why-sweet-indian-whisky-popular/

The Classic Wine And Cheese Pairing You Are, Based On Your Zodiac Sign

Certain things in this life don’t just make sense together but are better together.

https://www.tastingtable.com/1488853/wine-and-cheese-pairing-zodiac-sign/

Plymouth MA Voters Repeal the Miniature Alcohol Bottles Ban

The Massachusetts Package Stores Association (“MASSPACK”), representing locally owned retailers of beer, wine, and spirits headquartered in Massachusetts, sincerely thank the voters of Plymouth. THANK YOU for repealing an unnecessary and unwanted ban on small alcohol bottles that never should have been enacted. THANK YOU also for valuing and supporting Plymouth small businesses. Unfortunately, a handful of individuals imposed a minority agenda on the rest of Plymouth by narrowly enacting an article at the 2023 Fall Town Meeting to arbitrarily ban the retail of small alcohol bottles. Prohibitions of this nature do not work, because impacted residents buy the banned products in neighboring cities and towns along with the rest of their alcohol beverages purchases. This is what happened in Chelsea to the detriment of locally owned stores who saw 20 – 30% drops in business. Several of them have since gone out of business. A repeal of the ban in Plymouth saved locally owned stores. They are thankful to the people of Plymouth. Locally owned stores sought to overturn the minority-imposed ban with a voter referendum because less punitive alternatives were prevented from being considered at the Town Meeting. What works in place of a ban are private – public partnerships between retailers and municipalities such as what has been accomplished across the state through “Keep Massachusetts Beautiful” and the “Pickup Massachusetts” campaign. Pickup Massachusetts is more than an anti-litter campaign. Pickup Massachusetts encourages citizens not to litter, while also sponsoring and organizing community trash pickup events throughout the state that are implemented, and funded by retail stores, wholesalers, and suppliers. Several of the community clean ups on the Cape are part of the Pickup Massachusetts program. Stores offered to set up a “Pickup” chapter in Plymouth, but ban proponents controlled the Town Meeting and refused to consider any alternatives to a ban. Another solution not permitted for discussion at the Town Meeting was expansion of the state “Bottle Bill.” Bottle Bill expansion incentivizes citizens to pick up discarded items that can be recycled. Small alcohol bottles are made from recyclable materials. Nine bills this legislative session expand the Bottle Bill to include a deposit on small liquor bottles. H3684 (CLEAN Act), H3189. H889, H3186, H3690, H3146, S2114, S2156 and S2104 have all been introduced during the 2023-2024 legislative session to add miniature bottles of spirits to the Bottle Bill. Two hearings on these bills were held in 2023. Ban proponents did not wish to discuss voting to have Plymouth call on its elected officials to support expansion of the Bottle Bill. Consequently, locally owned stores were given no alternative but to seek a repeal of the ban.Sean Barry, owner of Four Seasons Wine & Liquors in Hadley, and President of MASSPACK is very happy for the stores in Plymouth. “Plymouth stores were given no choice by ban proponents but to save their businesses by repealing the ban,” said Sean Barry. “The best solution to generating tangible results addressing litter is the establishment of a “Pickup” chapter and expansion of the Bottle Bill,” continued Barry. Rob Mellion, MASSPACK Executive Director, agreed with President Barry, saying, “It is MASSPACK’s hope that a partnership can be forged with the Town of Plymouth to address all litter. Now is the perfect time to set up a Pickup chapter in Plymouth. We also hope Plymouth officials will tell their state elected officials to support immediate enactment of Bottle Bill expansion. Sensible local and statewide solutions addressing litter will benefit the Town of Plymouth and all of Massachusetts.”

Do Carbonated Drinks Get You Drunk Faster?

The belief that Champagne gets you drunk quicker is something of an old wives’ tale.

https://vinepair.com/articles/carbonated-drinks-drunker-faster-myth/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=7582ce3074-JANUARY_18_2024&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-7582ce3074-38937345&mc_cid=7582ce3074&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Sokol Blosser Adds Nutrition and Ingredient Information to Wine Labels

Sokol Blosser will add nutrition information and ingredients to labels for its entire portfolio of wines over time, with the next new release scheduled for the spring.

https://wineindustryadvisor.com/2024/01/17/sokol-blosser-adds-nutrition-and-ingredient-information-to-wine-labels

Australia’s newest agave spirit has arrived – just don’t call it tequila

The Queensland Dry Tropics, unique terroir, unprecedented agronomy, and a distillery and production facility powered by renewable energy give Act of Treason its unique flavor and character.

https://www.vacationstravel.com/act-of-treason-agave/

Absolut creates RTD range with Ocean Spray

Pernod Ricard-owned Absolut Vodka has released a line of ready-to-drink (RTD) cocktails in collaboration with cranberry juice brand Ocean Spray.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2024/01/absolut-creates-rtd-range-with-ocean-spray/

Top 10 hot cocktail recipes to keep you warm this winter

Are you scrambling for a hot drink to keep you warm, but sick of the same old herbal teas and instant coffees? If so, we’ve got you sorted with 10 recipes for a hot cocktail to make at home.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2024/01/top-10-hot-cocktail-recipes-to-keep-you-warm-this-winter/

Element[AL] Disrupts the Wine Industry with First-of-its-Kind Aluminum Bottles

Introduction Shatters Expectations with 100% Recyclable, 750mL Format

https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240117171869/en/Element-AL-Disrupts-the-Wine-Industry-with-First-of-its-Kind-Aluminum-Bottles

It’s all change for Australian wine in 2024

This year could prove to be a watershed moment for the Australian wine industry with “transformational acquisitions” rumored to be afoot.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2024/01/its-all-change-for-australian-wine-in-2024/

Prosecco DOC Confirmed as Top Italian Wine Designation for 2023

Prosecco DOC confirms itself as the top Italian wine designation for 2023 in both volume and value, with production at over 616 million bottles.

https://glassofbubbly.com/prosecco-doc-confirmed-as-top-italian-wine-designation-for-2023/

Why Do We Even Age Liquor In The First Place?

Even if you’re not a liquor expert, you probably know that the longer a spirit ages, the pricier and tastier it’s supposed to be. The truth is a bit more complicated than that, but in general, it’s true: longer aging usually means more complex flavors.

https://www.tastingtable.com/1492826/reason-liquor-aged/

The #1 Reason Why U.S. Consumers Are Buying Less Wine – Confirmed in New Wine Market Council Study

The downturn in U.S. wine sales is real and substantial, confirmed by multiple data sources and extends all the way to actual consumption. 

https://wineindustryadvisor.com/2024/01/16/1-reason-why-us-consumers-buying-less-wine

The One Thing You Should Always Do When Drinking Red Wine

People drink reds at the wrong temperature. 

https://vinepair.com/articles/do-this-when-drinking-red-wine/

Could Prosecco have competition from Calabrian fizz?

Beyond Prosecco, other pockets of Italy produce scene-stealing sparkling wines, too – including Calabria

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2024/01/could-prosecco-have-competition-from-calabrian-fizz/

The 17 Worst Tequila Brands You Can Buy

Conventional wisdom suggests that drinking 100% pure blue agave (Agave tequilana) Téquila is less likely to result in a hangover than when drinking mixto Tequila

https://247wallst.com/special-report/2024/01/15/the-17-worst-tequila-brands-you-can-buy/

What’s The Difference Between Alcohol-Free And Non-Alcoholic Beverages?

Before indulging, there is an important difference to note between the labeling terms on these products. Some bottles will state “alcohol-free” while others say “non-alcoholic.” And they are not the same thing.

https://www.chowhound.com/1489882/difference-between-alcohol-free-non-alcoholic-drinks/

What Determines How Much Alcohol Is in Wine?

Whether you’re looking for a low-alcohol wine or simply want to better understand the winemaking journey, here’s what to know.

https://www.foodandwine.com/how-much-alcohol-is-in-wine-8431959

Is Beer in Trouble?

Breweries are closing, prices are rising, and Gen Z certainly isn’t helping.

https://www.mensjournal.com/food-drink/craft-beer-bubble

What’s the Difference Between Cachaça and Rum?

Knowing how to use each of these sugar cane-based spirits can make or break your next cocktail.

https://www.foodandwine.com/cachaca-vs-rum-8546503

What’s the Shelf Life of Liquor?

From distilled spirits to vermouths, here’s a handy guide to storing your bottles—and knowing when it’s time to let go.

https://www.liquor.com/does-liquor-expire-8431876

How Dry January became a branding event for Big Alcohol

With alcohol sales flattening, the beer, wine, and spirits industry has managed to cash in on the growing ‘sober curious’ trend.

https://www.fastcompany.com/91012502/dry-january-branding-big-alcohol-heineken

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By: Mark C Lenzi

CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, IWS*, SWS, OWE, IWM*

01-15-2024

Liquor Industry Week In Review

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

Top 5 Health News Stories of 2023

What Were Wine’s Biggest Deals of 2023?

The Best Wine Content Creators On Social Media

The gross reason you should NEVER pour leftover Baileys down the sink, revealed

This is enough to put you off ever overfilling your glass

https://www.the-sun.com/lifestyle/9935471/never-pour-baileys-down-sink/

Straight bourbon probably isn’t what you think – here’s the truth

It has nothing to do with putting ice in your drink

https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/what-is-straight-bourbon/

Everything you ever wanted to know about peated Scotch whisky

Peated whiskies: Laphroaig and beyond

https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/peated-scotch-whisky-guide/

Cocktail bitters 101: Everything you need to know about the ingredients that will make your drinks as good as the pros

What are bitters, exactly?

https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/what-are-bitters/

Is Natural Wine Healthier Than Regular Wine? Experts Weigh In

Is natural wine actually healthier for you? It depends on who you ask

https://www.healthline.com/health-news/health-benefits-natural-wine

How Many Whiskey Bottles Are Made From A Single Barrel

If you were to bottle the contents of one of these barrels immediately, you’d end up with approximately 267 bottles of unaged whiskey, often referred to as “white dog,” “moonshine,” or “white whiskey.” When it comes to properly aged whiskey, however, the answer’s a bit more complicated.

https://www.tastingtable.com/1478651/how-many-whiskey-bottles-one-barrel/

What Were Wine’s Biggest Deals of 2023?

In uncertain times for wine, stronger players are scooping up small but promising vintners

https://www.winespectator.com/articles/the-year-in-winery-deals

It’s not just Bud Light: This is the worst year for beer in the past 25 years

The beer industry looks like it’s ale-ing right now, recent data suggests

https://www.businessinsider.com/bud-light-worst-year-beer-past-25-years-alcohol-2023-12

Competing solution for mini-liquor bottle problem?

He noted that for the past few years, Connecticut consumers have purchased 94 million mini liquor bottles a year, on average.

https://www.nbcconnecticut.com/investigations/competing-solution-for-mini-liquor-bottle-problem/3179997/

What, Precisely, Does ‘Old Vine’ Mean in Wine?

There is no legal definition for what is an “old vine.”

https://www.wineenthusiast.com/basics/old-vine-wine/?queryID=c2da13fed8bb5891f05fc26336803073&objectID=post

How Montreal Became Paradise for Wine Lovers

Exceptional historical circumstances have made the city a hot spot for wine lovers.

https://www.foodandwine.com/montreals-wine-scene-8407930

How To Choose A Good Non-Alcoholic Wine: Top Tips…

Where once that may have seemed like a bad thing, with little alternative on offer, it’s now far from the case with so many non-alcoholic alternatives on offer from beers to wines and even spirits.

https://www.hometownstation.com/featured-stories/how-to-choose-a-good-non-alcoholic-wine-top-tips-492072

Do Wine Bottles Actually Need To Be Rotated In Long-Term Storage?

The idea of rotating wine bottles while they are being stored has to do with the idea of sediment.

https://www.tastingtable.com/1476220/do-wine-bottles-need-rotated/

The Biggest Wine Stories From 2023

This year was a rollercoaster for the wine industry.

https://vinepair.com/articles/biggest-wine-moments-2023/

What Happens If You Overchill Wine?

How cold a wine is has an outsized impact on how it tastes.

https://www.tastingtable.com/1477098/what-happens-if-you-overchill-wine/

The Lamborghini Winery That’s Been Operating Since 1968

While Lamborghini almost immediately launches our thoughts toward the embodiment of a pristine luxury vehicle, many are surprised to find out that the iconic sports car brand has its toes dipped in the fabulous world of Italian wine.

https://www.tastingtable.com/1481164/lamborghini-winery-history/

What Are Pot Stills And How Do They Affect The Bourbon Making Process?

Once the fermentation is done, you place the liquid in the pot portion of the pot still to distill it.

https://www.tastingtable.com/1481192/pot-stills-affect-bourbon-process/

The Best Wine Content Creators On Social Media

From laughter to lectures, these are the people & accounts to follow for your wine fix.

https://www.mensjournal.com/wine/the-best-wine-content-creators-on-social-media

Why Whiskey Bottles in Western Movies Look Faker Than You Think

While there’s a lot of movie magic to be admired in these tales of the Old West, we’re here to tell you that the historical accuracy of its whiskey bottles isn’t necessarily one of them

https://vinepair.com/articles/western-movies-whiskey-bottle-shape/

Genius Trick for Storing Champagne So It Stays Fizzy + How to Tell When It’s Expired

Keeping leftover champagne bubbly means you can drink and *cook* with it later!

https://www.firstforwomen.com/posts/food-recipes/does-champagne-go-bad

Bourbon And Sparkling Wine: The Dynamic Cocktail Duo You Must Try

Surprisingly, when you mix bourbon with dry and elegant sparking wine, an especially tasty pairing emerges.

https://www.tastingtable.com/1479532/bourbon-sparkling-wine-cocktail-duo/

How To Track Down Rare Bourbon Bottles Like A Pro

Bourbon can become rare and highly sought-after for a number of reasons.

https://www.tastingtable.com/1479352/how-to-track-down-rare-bourbon-bottles/

California’s New Bottle Bill Mandates New Financial and Logistical Demands on Wineries

Consumers can recover this fee by returning the various containers to participating retailers or to a recycling center.

https://www.winebusiness.com/news/article/281170

The quest for longevity: Might wine play a positive role?

Is a little wine the secret to a long life?

https://worldoffinewine.com/news-features/life-expectancy-wine-positive-role

Macallan Double Cask 12 Years Old: The Ultimate Bottle Guide

Macallan is a big name in the world of scotch, and Macallan Double Cask 12 Years Old is an excellent bottle to be aware of if you want to dive into this tasty realm of whisky.

https://www.tastingtable.com/1480664/review-macallan-12-double-cask-bottle-guide/

Treasury Wine Estates sued over Dracula wine

Treasury Wine Estates is being sued in California over the release of a Halloween edition of 19 Crimes.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2024/01/treasury-wine-estates-dracula-wine/

New Whistlepig

Vermont-based WhistlePig is introducing a limited edition Dank & Dry Old Fashioned Cocktail. It’s made through the addition of non-psychoactive cannabis terpenes to WhistlePig’s signature Barrel Aged Maple Old Fashioned recipe. It’s available online as a 750-ml. retailing at $50 or with the addition of a pig-shaped cocktail smoker and ‘dime baggie’ of cocktail smoking chips for $64.20. 100% of the proceeds of the limited edition will benefit the bartending community through New Orleans-based non-profit Turning Tables.

What Makes Wine Special?

WineAmerica’s New Website Section, “The Magic of Wine,” Will Help Wineries Promote the Positive Aspects of Wine

https://www.winebusiness.com/news/article/281219

6 Wine Industry Trends to Watch in 2024

The year ahead will focus on soil health, labor, and innovations from the East Coast, while cooperation and consolidation reshape the industry

https://daily.sevenfifty.com/6-wine-industry-trends-to-watch-in-2024/

A Little Bit Of History: Smothers Winery

Dick purchased a 40‐year‐old, 16‐acre vineyard at 2317 Jarvis Road, as an investment. 

https://www.ediblemontereybay.com/blog/a-little-bit-of-history-smothers-winery/

Wine in grocery stores In NY?

Supermarkets love the idea. Liquor store owners hate it

https://buffalonews.com/news/local/business/wine-in-grocery-stores-supermarkets-love-the-idea-liquor-store-owners-hate-it/article_d98bfea6-7efe-11ee-94d1-6ba2862dcd3d.html

Top 5 Health News Stories of 2023

From coffee’s health benefits to how the body processes wine polyphenols, 2023 brought exciting scientific discoveries

https://www.winespectator.com/articles/top-wine-health-news-stories-2023

Ancient Roman wine production may hold clues for battling climate change

It is no secret that the Romans were heavy wine drinkers. Estimates put the average Roman male’s consumption at a litre or more of diluted wine per day.

https://theconversation.com/ancient-roman-wine-production-may-hold-clues-for-battling-climate-change-214518

Dry farm wines: Organic, sugar-free wines you won’t feel guilty about

Are dry farm wines too good to be true?

https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/dry-farm-wines/

Martignetti Companies Completes Acquisition of Quality Beverage, L.P.

Martignetti Companies, New England’s leading beverage alcohol distributor, today announced that it has completed the acquisition of Quality Beverage, L.P., in Massachusetts

https://www.winebusiness.com/news/article/281258

The Dedalus Guide to German Riesling

If you’re ready to discover what great Riesling is all about, read on and learn about the regions, terms to look out for on the label, and what we pair with Riesling.

https://dedaluswine.com/blogs/news/the-dedalus-guide-to-german-riesling

Why the World’s ‘Dullest White Wine’ Has the Most Bizarre Name

The region’s designation under the Italian denominazione di origine controllata (DOC) system is “Est! Est!! Est!!! di Montefiascone.”

https://vinepair.com/articles/lazio-region-dullest-white-wine-name/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=7b8823d078-JANUARY_05_2024&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-7b8823d078-38937345&mc_cid=7b8823d078&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

New Sunny With A Chance Of Flowers

Scheid Family Wines’ better-for-you wine brand Sunny With A Chance Of Flowers will extend with a Pinot Grigio offering this year. The new varietal will join a brand range that includes Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Rosé, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Bubbly Rosé. Sunny With A Chance Of Flowers shipped approximately 100,000 cases last year, up from 11,000 cases in 2020. Scheid notes that the 9% abv, 85 calories-a-serving brand is now present in 20,000 stores nationwide, including top retailers such as Kroger, Target, Whole Foods, Albertsons, Publix and HEB.

High Noon Brings the Sunny Vibes this Winter with the Release of the Limited-Edition Snowbird Pack

Whether on the slopes or at the beach, the latest offering from the hard seltzer brand brings the sunshine to every sip with new flavors Plum and Raspberry along with fan favorites Peach and Lemon.

The High Noon Snowbird Pack includes fan-favorite flavors Peach and Lemon, alongside two new seasonal sensations Plum and Raspberry.

https://www.winebusiness.com/news/newreleases/article/281303

Massachusetts town to hold special election on one issue – a potential ban of mini liquor bottles

“A business like mine could expect to lose anywhere from 15 to 40 percent of its business and that would obviously call for laying off some staff,” Pioppi’s Package Store owner Peter Balboni said.

https://www.cbsnews.com/boston/news/miniature-liquor-bottles-ban-vote-plymouth/

Why Do I Feel Buzzed from Nonalcoholic Beers?

Decades of research suggest we can feel some of the effects of alcohol without the alcohol.

https://slate.com/technology/2024/01/nonalcoholic-beer-tipsy-effects-dry-january-ideas.html

The Reason Southern Comfort Is Not A True Whiskey

You can’t blame the good people for not knowing — the Southern Comfort marketing team has leaned hard into its fake identity.

https://www.tastingtable.com/1484374/why-southern-comfort-is-not-whiskey/

There’s Never Been a Better Time to Join a Wine Club

Franklin Wine Club Wines

A well-chosen selection of wines delivered right to your door.

Sounds pretty good these days.

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The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW) Podcast

Listen On Our Facebook Page OR On Franklin Radio 102.9 FM

On Air Wednesday 10:00am, 01:00PM and 7:00PM

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Quini Certified Educator- QCE (First In USA)

Italian Wine Specialist-IWS*-North American Sommelier Association

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The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

By: Mark C Lenzi

CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, IWS*, SWS, OWE, IWM*

12-26-2023

Liquor Industry Week In Review

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

Barefoot Wines, Ranked Worst To Best

20 Largest Organic Wine Producing Countries

Wait, Russian Imperial Stouts Aren’t Russian?

What Makes Estate Wines Worth Splurging On?

Understanding what goes into producing an estate wine can help you be savvier at the bottle shop.

https://www.foodandwine.com/what-is-an-estate-wine-8410962

Cornell business students study feasibility of wine bottle-washing center

Cornell University students are working on a possible solution. They’re looking into whether a bottle-washing facility would be feasible.

https://spectrumlocalnews.com/nys/rochester/news/2023/12/05/cornell-business-students-study-feasibility-of-wine-bottle-washing-center

Seven Wacky (And Boozy) Races Around The World

Alcohol, food, costumes and … wife carrying? Around the world, people have imbued weirdness and fun into the very serious sporting events that are marathons and races. Follow us in exploring the silliest ones out there.

https://worldcrunch.com/food-travel/fun-races-around-the-world

The Reason Maker’s Mark Doesn’t Label Its Bottles As ‘Whiskey’

Walking down the whiskey aisle of your local liquor store, you may have noticed the candelabra-looking whiskey bottle with the red wax dripping down from the top. It’s a bottle of Maker’s Mark, an icon of Kentucky bourbon whiskey – only if you look at the bottle, it’s spelled bourbon “whisky.” What gives?

https://www.tastingtable.com/1458508/why-makers-mark-uses-whisky-not-whiskey/

What The Rice Polishing Ratio Really Means For Sake

While a sake bomb is an undeniably exhilarating drink at a sushi establishment, there’s a whole lot more to explore with rice wine

https://www.tastingtable.com/1459282/what-is-sakes-rice-polishing-ratio/

Fantasia Is Launching Her Own Wine Brand—Is Now A Certified Sommelier

THE SINGER, ACTRESS AND BURGEONING ENTREPRENEUR PLANS TO RELEASE A ROSÉ AND RED WINE.

https://www.essence.com/news/money-career/fantasia-wine-brand/

10 Things You Should Know About Luxardo

After over 200 years of crafting high-end cherry-infused liqueurs, Luxardo has become synonymous with the Maraschino cherry.

https://vinepair.com/articles/ntk-luxardo/

What’s The Difference Between Vermouth And Vermouth Di Torino?

As a fortified wine, vermouth is neither a spirit nor a liqueur.

https://www.tastingtable.com/1458006/difference-between-vermouth-di-torino-and-regular/

The Simple Way To Pick A Dry Riesling Wine Out Of The Crowd

The higher the alcohol percentage, the drier or less sweet the wine.

https://www.tastingtable.com/1458658/how-to-pick-dry-riesling-wine/

White Claw enters nonalcoholic category with zero-proof beverage

The leading brand in the hard seltzer space is capitalizing on the growing number of Gen Z consumers abstaining from alcohol with electrolyte-infused booze-free drinks in four flavors.

https://www.fooddive.com/news/white-claw-nonalcoholic-drinks-beverages-0-percent-alcohol-seltzer-gen-z-sober-curious-damp/701726/

The three-tier system is hurting American wineries

The report contains many shocking details such as Southern Glazer holding 60% of their SKUs from outside the United States, Wine.com’s, the largest online U.S. retailer, inventory consists of 70% of their wines from outside of the U.S. and Total Wine & More’s SKUs consist of 56.5% of product from outside the U.S.

https://irishliquorlawyer.com/liquor-industry-insights/the-three-tier-system-is-hurting-american-wineries/

Consumers care less than you think

One of the biggest mistakes wine marketers make is in assuming consumers are as passionate and knowledgeable about wine as they are

https://www.ruralnewsgroup.co.nz/wine-grower/wg-general-news/consumers-care-less-than-you-think

The Best Type Of Wine To Pair With Tomato Based Soup For A Balanced Meal

Choosing a wine that complements the soup without detracting from the nuances and flavors of the various components makes all the difference.

https://www.tastingtable.com/1462251/best-wine-pair-tomato-based-soup/

Why Cooking Wine Is Salty, And How To Adjust For It

In most cases, using regular table wine as your cooking wine is the way to go because it won’t have salt content and heavy preservatives.

https://www.chowhound.com/1464094/why-table-wine-salty/

The Difference Between Complementary And Congruent Wine Pairings

On the other hand, congruent wine pairings are akin to a duet, where the wine and food harmoniously sing the same notes.

https://www.tastingtable.com/1462757/difference-between-complementary-congruent-wine-pairings/

New Ocean Spray

Ocean Spray has launched a new line of dedicated cocktail mixers, the first expansion into mixology for the juice brand. The line is launching with three cocktail mixers—a Strawberry Margarita, a Rum Punch, and a Cosmopolitan—all containing 50 calories per serving. The trio of mixers is now available through Amazon with retail distribution beginning in 2024. In addition to releasing mixers, Ocean Spray, in collaboration with Pernod Ricard, is developing a new line of Absolut vodka and Ocean Spray spirits-based RTDs, set to be released next year

Lake County Winegrowers Celebrate Addition of Two New AVAs

 Lake County continues to raise the bar of quality wine production in California and welcomes two recently approved AVAs, the Long Valley-Lake County AVA, and the Upper Lake Valley AVA.

https://www.winebusiness.com/news/article/280357

Wait, Russian Imperial Stouts Aren’t Russian?

Surely they must have been invented in Russia. Well, as it turns out, that’s not the case.

https://vinepair.com/articles/russian-imperial-stout-origin-history/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=e8af5deaba-DECEMBER_08_2023&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-e8af5deaba-38937345&mc_cid=e8af5deaba&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Will New Grape Varieties Change the Identity of Classic Wine Regions?

Traditional regions like Jerez, Bordeaux, and Champagne are allowing new grape varieties to be planted—but how much will they really impact these beloved wines?

https://daily.sevenfifty.com/will-new-grape-varieties-change-the-identity-of-classic-wine-regions/

Why Napa Green’s Glyphosate Ban is Such a Big Deal

By 2026, the 90 wineries overseen by the nonprofit must find a replacement for glyphosate and by 2028 discontinue use of all synthetic herbicides.

https://www.wineenthusiast.com/culture/industry-news/glyphosate-ban/

White and rosé now account for more than half of global consumption, OIV says

Growing demand for white wines and rosé means those colours now account for more than half of global consumption, according to the International Organisation of Vine and Wine.

https://www.decanter.com/wine-news/white-and-rose-now-account-for-more-than-half-of-global-consumption-oiv-says-518861/

Buy cheaper red wine to solve red wine headaches. Really?

Count me as skeptical until that hypothesis is thoroughly tested and the specific parameters are defined so as to be meaningful to consumers.

https://www.northwestwinereport.com/2023/12/red-wine-headaches.html

Man dies after beer lines cleaned with toxic chemicals

A man has died and two of his friends were hospitalised after drinking beer which it is believed could have contained toxic cleaning chemicals.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2023/12/man-dies-after-beer-lines-cleaned-with-toxic-chemicals/

U.S. Cognac Sales Are Plunging—Here’s Why

For starters, by all indications, 2023 is a down year across the board in the spirits industry, whiplash from the boom of the pandemic years.

https://www.wineenthusiast.com/culture/industry-news/cognac-sales/

I tried the $65 Doritos-flavored booze and could taste nacho cheese dust in every sip. Here’s what it says about the future of liquor.

Doritos is now producing a nacho cheese-flavored liquor, made in partnership with a Danish-based distiller called Empirical. The flavors are meant to evoke nacho cheese, of course, as well as corn tostada, umami, and a hint of acidity.

https://www.businessinsider.com/tried-bottle-of-dorito-flavored-liquor-heres-what-its-like-2023-12

Consolidation Moves

The California wine industry is facing unprecedented challenges, causing many winery owners to consider acquisitions.

https://www.marketwatchmag.com/consolidation-moves/

Understanding What’s Cava and What’s Not Cava

There’s a lot of confusion regarding what is Cava and not Cava due to a small number of producers leaving the D.O. over the last ten years.

https://www.matthewsworldofwineanddrink.com/popular-posts/cava-not-cava

How 1930s American scientists came to think about the impact of climate on wine

In Europe and beyond, the notion of terroir dominates ideas about the origins of the taste and quality of wine.

https://theconversation.com/how-1930s-american-scientists-came-to-think-about-the-impact-of-climate-on-wine-212940

Why You Should Never Store Wine On Top Of The Fridge

The temperature fluctuates intensely, which can quickly deteriorate the quality of your wine

https://www.tastingtable.com/1464128/why-never-store-wine-top-fridge/

All The Ways To Repurpose Wine Corks Around The House

You have an item that’s uniquely suited to be repurposed for plenty of different DIY and upcycling projects around the house.

https://www.housedigest.com/1463868/ways-to-repurpose-wine-corks/

The Reason Sweet Wine Uses An Astounding Amount Of Grapes

The amount typically varies from 2.75 to 3.3 pounds, although, as it goes with wine production, deviations are frequent

https://www.tastingtable.com/1463724/why-sweet-wine-use-more-grapes/

Dramatic rise in pesticide residue in wine

Official data analysed by a non-profit organisation has suggested a big jump in the proportion of wine that contains multiple pesticide residues

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2023/12/dramatic-rise-in-pesticide-residue-in-wine/

WSTA debunks pesticide report

However, what the report failed to mention was that of the 72 wines sampled, only one had residues above the permitted maximum level. All other wines and residues were within the legal limits

https://harpers.co.uk/news/fullstory.php/aid/32226/WSTA_debunks_pesticide_report.html

THE ULTIMATE CONTROVERSY – PROŠEK VS. PROSECCO!

The bone of contention was the perceived similarity in names, with claims that Prošek might lead consumers astray. As Prosecco already enjoyed EU protection, the proposal was to rename

https://total-croatia-news.com/wine/the-ultimate-controversy-prosek-vs-prosecco/

Three Simple Ways to Remove the Foil Capsule Covering the Wine Bottle

Wine bottles with cork closures typically have a protective foil wrapping around the top of the bottle’s neck. Among wine drinkers, this foil is called the “capsule”.

https://www.wineenthusiast.com/basics/how-to-serve/remove-foil-from-bottle/

How to Tell the Difference Between Sherry and Port

Before you order one of these fortified wines, here’s what to know.

https://www.foodandwine.com/sherry-vs-port-8417018

Use This Wine Cork Hack To DIY A Stunning Accent Wall For Any Room In Your Home

This hack works if you have bags of wine corks you’ve saved over the years, don’t know what to do with them, or are looking for an exciting way to design your accent wall.

https://www.housedigest.com/1470924/tiktok-wine-cork-hack-diy-accent-wall-home/

Can putting solar panels in vineyards help to improve Australian wine?

In one of the first studies of its kind in Australia, scientists are protecting grapes from extreme weather by putting solar panels in vineyards, to see how it will affect the quality of the product.

https://www.abc.net.au/news/rural/2023-12-14/how-solar-panels-could-improve-australian-wine/103222202

Montepulciano War Erupts in Italy

Its relatively niche production will be added to the much more conspicuous and, on average, less-lucrative production of Montepulciano d’Abruzzo, – with more than 100 million bottles prioduced annually, it is among the most popular wines sold in Italian supermarkets and among the most recognized Italian appellations abroad.

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2023/12/montepulciano-war-erupts-in-italy

15 Best Uses For Leftover Wine Other Than Drinking It

If you’re looking for ways to use up leftover wine that don’t involve drinking it, you’ve come to the right place.

https://www.tastingtable.com/1465125/best-uses-leftover-wine/

How Hard Cider Is Made

Hard cider is essentially fermented apple juice, but this simple definition belies its vast potential for complexity

https://www.wineenthusiast.com/basics/how-its-made/how-hard-cider-is-made/

20 Largest Organic Wine Producing Countries

Simply put, an organic wine is made from grapes that have been grown without the use of artificial or synthetic chemicals, such as herbicides, pesticides, or artificial fertilizers.

https://finance.yahoo.com/news/20-largest-organic-wine-producing-072839113.html?guccounter=1

The Rise In 12 oz Beer Cans In Craft Beer And Why They Aren’t Going Away Anytime Soon

This move away from larger formats like 16 oz cans and bottles sparks curiosity and begs the question: why the switch?

https://breweriesinpa.com/the-rise-in-12-oz-beer-cans-in-craft-beer-and-why-they-arent-going-away-anytime-soon/

10 Drinks Trends to Look Out for in 2024

Here are 10 drinks trends to look out for in 2024.

https://vinepair.com/articles/drinks-trends-to-watch-2024/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=c87ba5b9f9-DECEMBER_06_2023_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-c87ba5b9f9-38937345&mc_cid=c87ba5b9f9&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Is Taylor Swift the world’s greatest wine influencer?

Today is the biggest pop star in the world Taylor Swift’s birthday. Time’s Person of the Year is a keen wine drinker, so db decided to celebrate the event by matching wines to her albums.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2023/12/is-taylor-swift-the-worlds-greatest-wine-influencer/

Some hemp with your wine? Study shows better soil, potentially flavors from intercropping

A new study tests whether hemp is an effective plant for intercropping between wine grapes to increase soil health and potentially add another cash crop to vineyards.

https://news.mongabay.com/2023/12/some-hemp-with-your-wine-study-shows-better-soil-potentially-flavors-from-intercropping/

Barefoot Wines, Ranked Worst To Best

Barefoot Wine has been making affordable California-produced wine since way back in 1965.

https://www.mashed.com/1473645/barefoot-wine-ranked/

Signatures on wine bottles shown to influence Ontario shoppers: Brock research

New research from Brock University’s Cool Climate Oenology and Viticulture Institute indicates a winemaker’s label signature can supercharge sales and impart value to consumers.

https://brocku.ca/brock-news/2023/12/signatures-on-wine-bottles-shown-to-influence-ontario-shoppers-brock-research/

Study finds most American teenagers have never tasted alcohol

Fewer teenagers drank alcohol in 2023 compared to the previous year and most said they had never even tasted it, according to a new study.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2023/12/study-finds-most-american-teenagers-have-never-tasted-alcohol/

Raise a glass to health: How Champagne could ward off dementia and heart disease

A few glasses of fizz can help guard against dementia, boost your circulation and even make you feel happier – just don’t over do it.

https://www.exceptional.com/health-fitness/nutrition/health-benefits-of-champagne/

Why Wisconsin Is Becoming The Next Hot Spot For Wine

In recent years, however, the Badger State has started to make a name for itself in the wine world.

https://www.tastingtable.com/1467155/wisconsin-next-hot-spot-wine/

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The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

Exploring wine’s wellness secrets

Is the US premium tequila boom over?

Wine’s Glass Problem

Chaos in a Glass: The History of Cold Duck, the German-American Wine-Dreg Punch

Cold Duck has origins that trace back to a German prince and a storied Detroit hotel.

https://vinepair.com/articles/detroit-cold-duck-sparkling-wine-history/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=5dc8509320-NOVEMBER_21_2023&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-5dc8509320-38937345&mc_cid=5dc8509320&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Boozing with Bonaparte: what did Napoleon drink?

Soldier, emperor and, eventually, exile – Napoleon Bonaparte’s rise from artillery officer to conqueror of Europe is a story that continues to inspire artists, writers and Hollywood directors such as Ridley Scott. But what were the wines behind his success?

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2023/11/boozing-with-bonaparte-what-did-napoleon-drink/

Ask a Wine Pro: What Does Monopole Mean?

Monopole, which translates to monopoly, is a French term used to describe when an entire vineyard is owned by a single grower or company.

https://vinepair.com/articles/monopole-wine-term-explained/

How to Drink Sake, According to Pros

Japan’s rice-based brew, say experts, works hot or cold, for fine dining or snacking, in a wine glass or ceramics, and beyond. You just need to learn some guidelines.

https://www.wineenthusiast.com/basics/how-to-serve/how-to-drink-sake/

My Real Beef With Mommy Wine Culture

Mommy wine culture has become a meme but behind the meme underlies a huge issue.

https://www.yourtango.com/self/my-real-beef-mommy-wine-culture

Scientists say mystery of how red wine headaches occur may be solved

Researchers home in on phenolic flavonoids as culprit for headaches that come on soon after a glass or two

https://www.theguardian.com/science/2023/nov/20/red-wine-headaches-phenolic-flavonoids-scientists

Wine’s Glass Problem

And it’s weighty, literally

https://www.oregonwinepress.com/article?articleTitle=wine-rsquo-s-glass-problem–1700247167–3660–news

Did You Know These Brands Are Owned By Celebrities?

Some of Hollywood’s biggest names own companies discreetly, as opposed to others that are widely recognized for their celebrity founders. This is a list of 15 such brands.

https://wealthofgeeks.com/did-you-know-these-brands-are-owned-by-celebrities/

The Biggest Misconception About Tequila Worms Is Right In The Name

That is because the practice of bottling liquor with a worm inside does not come from tequila at all, but instead from a type of mezcal.

https://www.tastingtable.com/1448785/biggest-myth-tequila-worm-mezcal/

Use A Rolling Pin To Fit Corks Back Into Wine Bottles

If you’ve managed to keep the cork intact when you pull it out you could try to squeeze it back in, but it’s compressed by a machine when they place it in the bottle, and once it pops out the cork swells up bigger than the opening.

https://www.tastingtable.com/1454795/use-rolling-pin-fit-cork-into-wine-bottle/

The 25 Most Popular Beers in America, According to YouGov

Read on to discover the 25 beers Americans love the most, according to YouGov’s findings, as of Nov., 2023:

https://vinepair.com/booze-news/25-most-popular-beers-america/

How does a New Zealand winery make Italian Prosecco?

So, it’s using its name recognition and reputation to sell Prosecco — a global-citizen approach to brand extension.

https://www.princegeorgenow.com/watercooler/news/news/Food_Drink/Wine_column_How_does_a_New_Zealand_winery_make_Italian_Prosecco/

Why The Material Of Your Wine Glass Really Does Matter

There’s one factor that should never be ignored when it comes to drinking wine, and that is the material that the glass is made from.

https://www.tastingtable.com/1452787/why-material-wine-glass-matters/

Why can’t you buy beer and wine at the grocery store in Rhode Island?

In 46 states, grocery and convenience stores can sell beer, wine, or all kinds of alcohol.

https://www.providencejournal.com/story/business/2023/11/22/why-cant-you-buy-beer-and-wine-at-the-grocery-store-in-rhode-island/71329015007/

What is Italian grappa, and how to enjoy it

The Italian drink, made by distilling grape skins, acts as a perfect digestif

https://lifestyle.livemint.com/food/drink/what-is-italian-grappas-111700733073691.html

Pairing Wine and Cannabis With Tech

Wine and weed might not be the first combination you think of when it comes to pairings, but it is a duo making an impact on the alcohol and cannabis industries

https://cannatechtoday.com/pairing-wine-and-cannabis-with-tech/

Napa 2023 might be ‘the vintage of a lifetime’

Despite producers beginning harvest up to a month later than usual, 2023 is looking to be “one of the greats”, according to the latest California Vintners Report

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2023/11/napas-2023-harvest-might-be-the-vintage-of-a-lifetime/

The Quality Difference Between Single Malt And Blended Whiskey

Determining the quality of a spirit can be tricky.

https://www.tastingtable.com/1451514/difference-single-malt-blended-whiskey/

The major factors driving up the prices of US wine

American consumers are experiencing sticker shock for domestic wines. How did US bottles get so expensive?

https://www.bbc.com/worklife/article/20231121-how-us-wine-became-so-expensive

White Malbec Is the New White Wine You’ve Never Heard Of

White malbec is the new low-calorie wine you need to start drinking.

https://www.fodors.com/world/south-america/argentina/experiences/news/what-is-white-malbec

New AI Sommelier service launched

Big Hammer Wines has launched a new AI wine sommelier service, enhancing the online wine shopping experience

https://vino-joy.com/2023/11/21/new-ai-sommelier-service-launched/

Pairing Pixels and Pinots: Our Favorite Video Games with Wine

Whether it’s a villain’s favorite tipple or sustenance for a fantasy journey, wine plays a role in gaming. Here’s our guide to the vino-video trend

https://www.winespectator.com/articles/winemaking-wine-drinking-in-video-games

You Can Buy Better Wine if You Know What to Look for on the Bottle Label

Decoding the label on that bottle of Barolo doesn’t have to be as tricky as it seems.

https://www.foodandwine.com/how-to-read-wine-labels-8403480

Don’t Look To The Color Of Your Beer To Indicate Its Alcohol Content

If you’re a new beer enjoyer — or if you just don’t know a ton about the different types of beer yet — then you may be wondering if the drink’s color has anything to do with its alcohol content.

https://www.tastingtable.com/1457320/color-of-beer-does-not-indicate-alcohol-content/

23 Wines With The Most Eye-Catching Labels

Old-school wine snobs might mock people who choose wine based on the label.

https://www.tastingtable.com/1459911/wines-best-eye-catching-labels/

Fiasco Flashbacks? Rediscovering Chianti Classico

A fiasco is a type of bottle. It is bulb-shaped and wrapped in straw that both protects the glass from breakage and keeps the rounded-bottom vessel from tipping over.

https://wineeconomist.com/2023/11/28/fiasco/

The State of the Sparkling Wine Market

Sparkling wine sales are robust across all major regions, but experts are on standby for a potential slowdown in the near future

https://daily.sevenfifty.com/the-state-of-the-sparkling-wine-market/

The whisky regions of Scotland: Each has its own history and flavor profile

Your cheat sheet to Scotch whisky regions

https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/scotch-whisky-regions/

Is the US premium tequila boom over?

IWSR data shows that tequila’s expansion at the top end is slowing, as declines at the bottom end have turned around into growth

https://www.theiwsr.com/is-the-us-premium-tequila-boom-over/

Wine’s worst enemy: Carter combats ‘no safe limit’ claims

“The World Health Organization came out in 2022 and they declared there is ‘no safe limit’ for drinking alcohol. They are pressuring the EU to change their guidelines about cancer, they have come out and they have said alcohol causes cancer.”

https://winetitles.com.au/wines-worst-enemy-carter-combats-no-safe-limit-claims/

The Most Popular Blended Scotch Whiskies in the U.S. (2023)

Brands that seem to fare well in the current blended Scotch landscape are those still innovating and continuing to launch new releases.

https://vinepair.com/booze-news/most-popular-blended-scotch-whiskies-america/

The Ultimate Blanco Tequila Flavor Map

Tequila’s popularity is on the rise and shows no sign of stopping. And with the increased recognition of this agave-based spirit, it’s more important than ever to understand its diverse characteristics.

https://vinepair.com/articles/tequila-blanco-flavor-map-visualization/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=a393742c0c-NOVEMBER_30_2023&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-a393742c0c-38937345&mc_cid=a393742c0c&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

A Beginner’s Guide to Creme de Cassis

Here’s why this throwback berry liqueur deserves a spot on your bar.

https://www.foodandwine.com/creme-de-cassis-guide-8407389

Cheers to health: Exploring wine’s wellness secrets

Despite the risks of alcohol overconsumption, the health benefits of consuming wine in moderate quantities are well known

https://www.news-medical.net/news/20231128/Cheers-to-health-Exploring-wines-wellness-secrets.aspx

In Georgia, wine’s surprising birthplace, winemakers revive ancient grapes

If you asked most people where they think the birthplace of wine is, they’d probably get it wrong. The small former Soviet Republic of Georgia holds that distinction.

https://www.cbsnews.com/news/georgia-grape-growing-wine-production-60-minutes/

4 Sommelier Hacks to Keep an Open Bottle of Champagne Bubbly

Don’t dump out the good bubbly just because the party’s over.

https://www.foodandwine.com/how-to-keep-champagne-bubbly-8404691

The Grapes Used To Make Wine Aren’t Your Normal Store-Bought Variety

Have you ever looked at the price tag of an expensive bottle of wine and thought: What’s all the fuss? Grapes are common at the supermarket, so how can some of these bottles be so expensive when they’re just made from grapes? It might come as a surprise, but the supermarket-standard varieties you’re familiar with like Concord, crimson seedless, and Cotton Candy grapes aren’t being used by the greatest vineyards in the world to make their wines.

https://www.mashed.com/1456005/grapes-used-make-wine-different/

The lowdown on madeira wines

Like port, madeira is a fortified wine, but it’s made in a unique way on the lonely island of Madeira, which sits about 320 miles off the west coast of Morocco

https://www.olivemagazine.com/reviews/the-lowdown-on-madeira-wines/

Why This One Piece of Information is the Most Important Thing on Your Bottle of Mezcal

Making better mezcal cocktails starts with reading the bottle a little more closely.

https://www.foodandwine.com/mezcal-agave-8406865

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The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

By: Mark C Lenzi

CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, IWS*, SWS, OWE, IWM*

11-27-2023

Liquor Industry Week In Review

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

How much wine does the United States produce?

What’s up with Mass.’s liquor laws?

Why the Wine Industry Is Worried About Ozempic

Vineyards of the future will produce more than wine

Europe is seeking to use emissions and residues from winemaking for new products ranging from animal feed to antibiotic alternatives.

https://phys.org/news/2023-11-vineyards-future-wine.html

Cornell Study Exposes Hidden Health Danger in Non-Alcoholic Beer

The study examined bacteria growth in regular, low, and non-alcoholic lager.

https://www.mensjournal.com/news/hidden-danger-non-alcoholic-beer-cornell-study

The Absolute Best Wines To Pair With Popular Pasta Dishes

Few things are as satisfying as a warm bowl of pasta, ideally paired with a glass of wine.

https://www.tastingtable.com/1435552/absolute-best-wines-pair-popular-pasta-dishes/

Wine distributors say grocery store wine sales are hurting business

A distributor of Australian wines based in Fort Collins says the law that allowed wine to be sold in grocery stores is having a harsh effect on his company and small liquor stores.

https://kdvr.com/news/local/wine-distributors-say-bill-allowing-wine-sales-in-grocery-stores-is-hurting-business/

What is Mezcal? A Guide to the Tequila Alternative

The difference between tequila and mezcal remains a little murky and for good reason

https://manofmany.com/lifestyle/drinks/mezcal-guide

The Bestselling IPA No One Talks About — How Fiddlehead IPA Built A Brewery

The Vermont brewery is one of the most successful in the country, in one of America’s most beer-competitive states.

https://www.goodbeerhunting.com/blog/2023/11/2/how-fiddlehead-ipa-built-a-brewery

Wine assists sleep after drinking coffee

The relationship between wine and coffee could be beneficial for sleep patterns, a new scientific study has discovered.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2023/11/wine-assists-sleep-after-drinking-coffee/

Is It Finally Time For A New Wine Education?

The tide is already shifting, and how we learn about wine needs to shift too.

https://www.everydaydrinking.com/p/is-it-finally-time-for-a-new-wine

Remembering Beer Balls: The Spherical Keg of the ‘80s and ‘90s

By many accounts, beer balls were beloved. But where did they come from? And more importantly, where did they go

https://vinepair.com/articles/party-ball-beer-kegs/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=11d07aae5f-NOVEMBER_08_2023&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-11d07aae5f-38937345&mc_cid=11d07aae5f&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

When Pairing Wine, The Temperature Of Food Matters As Much As Flavor

When it comes to choosing the perfect vino to accompany your meal, there is a crucial factor that often goes overlooked.

https://www.mashed.com/1440223/pairing-wine-food-temperature-matters-expert/

What Makes Indian Whisky Unique

In addition to unique distillate bases, there are also blends of styles.

https://www.tastingtable.com/1440296/what-makes-indian-whisky-unique/

Why The Location Can Be The Biggest Red Flag On A Wine Label

A wine label provides a wealth of information about the beverage, and a gifted wine aficionado can give you a full description of a bottle with nothing more than a thorough inspection of the packaging.

https://www.chowhound.com/1435787/biggest-red-flag-wine-label-quality/

Is Jack Daniel’s Bourbon?

What You Should Know About Tennessee Whiskey

https://www.gearpatrol.com/food/drinks/a45752670/is-jack-daniels-bourbon/

Discovering ‘Il Nizza’ – home of Piedmont’s superior Barbera Nizza DOCG

This beautiful, unspoilt region produces one of Italy’s most glamorous and fashionable reds

https://www.decanter.com/sponsored/discovering-il-nizza-home-of-piedmonts-superior-barbera-nizza-docg-516239/

Biodynamics in Wine Production

As the definition at the top says, this is about a holistic approach to farming that looks at the farm as a self-sustaining system.  It takes organic a step further.  These farms work without chemicals and adhere to a lunar calendar.

https://www.crushedgrapechronicles.com/wine-education/biodynamics-in-wine-production/

 Global wine production has fallen this year to its lowest level since 1961

Output reached 244.1 million hectolitres, down seven percent from last year, the intergovernmental body said as it presented its first estimates

https://www.france24.com/en/live-news/20231107-global-wine-production-hits-lowest-level-since-1961

Is There a Right Time to Add Vodka to Your Pasta Sauce? An Investigation

When do you add the vodka?

https://vinepair.com/articles/when-to-add-vodka-to-pasta-sauce/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=fe906f6419-NOVEMBER_07_2023&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-fe906f6419-38937345&mc_cid=fe906f6419&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Penedès to become world’s first 100% organic DO

All eyes in Penedès, just south of Barcelona, are turned to 2025 when the Spanish region is poised to become the first DO in the world to go completely organic, its president tells db.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2023/11/penedes-to-become-worlds-first-100-organic-d-o/

How 19 Crimes became ‘poster child’ for wine marketing

Freeing itself from the shackles of traditional wine marketing, 19 Crimes has instead been showing up at the Ultimate Fighting Championships and getting a priest to bury its bottles in a London graveyard (no, really).

https://www.thedrum.com/news/2023/11/07/how-19-crimes-became-poster-child-wine-marketing

EXPERTS CONFIRM: ADDING ICE TO WINE IS ACTUALLY GENIUS

Ice in wine is officially approved! Wine experts agree that putting ice in your wine is now considered a genius move.

https://www.2ec.com.au/trending/entertainment/experts-confirm-adding-ice-to-wine-is-actually-genius/

Green Chartreuse vs. Yellow Chartreuse: The Main Differences

These vibrantly hued herbal liqueurs contain complex flavors and boast centuries of history.

https://www.liquor.com/green-chartreuse-vs-yellow-chartreuse-8391171

What Does it Mean When a Wine Says “Reserve” on the Label?

Don’t let one word convince you to splurge on a bottle before you’ve done a little extra research.

https://www.foodandwine.com/reserve-wine-8401112

Why the Wine Industry Is Worried About Ozempic

The diabetes and weight-loss drug may inadvertently hurt winemakers.

https://www.sarasotamagazine.com/eat-and-drink/2023/11/ozempic-alcohol

Inside the movement to legalize magic mushrooms in Massachusetts

There are scores of people who have been growing and sharing magic mushrooms through underground networks for years support legalization because they want the therapeutic benefits to be more widely shared

https://files.constantcontact.com/cb479599001/be1920a0-b6bb-4419-ace7-95ebc5556e23.pdf?rdr=true

This Old-School Italian Party Trick Makes Red Wine So Much Better

We could all use a new way to enjoy that one bottle of red wine we’ve kept on the bar cart for months.

https://www.thekitchn.com/italian-red-wine-and-ginger-ale-23604524

Does Alcohol Never Expire? Know Shelf Life Of Liquor, Beer, And Wine

It is believed that the older the liquor, the tastier. But, it is not true.

https://www.news18.com/viral/does-alcohol-never-expire-know-shelf-life-of-liquor-beer-and-wine-8662769.html

A scientist looks at alcohol and health, and is concerned

There have been a number of sensible commentaries in the wine web universe, and I will summarize (and quote)  some of them here. Much of the rest of it leaves a lot to be desired, to say the least. Here, I offer a perspective on this.

http://winegourd.blogspot.com/2023/11/a-scientist-looks-at-alcohol-and-health.html

The ‘frightening’ way climate change will affect beer

Hop growing regions are having to find new strategies to sustain what they produce for breweries due to climate change

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2023/11/the-frightening-way-climate-change-will-affect-beer/

Is Natural Wine a Headache-Free Elixir?

Natural winemakers forgo many of the additives found in commercial wines, like sulfites, a preservative that prevents oxidation in the wine and takes much of the popular blame for the headaches

https://www.charlottemagazine.com/is-natural-wine-a-headache-free-elixir/

What’s up with Mass.’s liquor laws?

Massachusetts liquor laws, and how the traditions of the Puritans may or may not inform how they exist today.

https://www.wbur.org/the-common/2023/11/13/field-guide-liquor-alcohol-laws

The Healthiest Alcoholic Drink, From A Registered Dietitian

Hardly ground-breaking news, alcohol—however moderate consumption may be—is not healthy. But what you choose to drink, according to Registered Dietitian Megan DeChatelets, can certainly impact the negative physical side effects

https://www.forbes.com/sites/tanyaakim/2023/11/12/the-healthiest-alcoholic-drink-from-a-registered-dietitian/?sh=60cfe1c06165\

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A New England Distillery Is Launching Trout-Flavored Brandy

Something’s fishy here …

https://www.foodandwine.com/tamworth-distilling-launches-trout-flavored-brandy-8400149

How much wine does the United States produce?

The US produced just over 752 million gallons in 2022, with 92% of that coming from California, Washington, New York, and Oregon vineyards.

https://usafacts.org/articles/how-much-wine-does-the-united-states-produce/

Think Twice Before Drinking Draft Beer

Bars often fail to maintain clean beer lines. Here’s what that means for your pint.

https://thetakeout.com/danger-of-draft-beer-dirty-vs-clean-beer-lines-bacteria-1851021087

You’d have to drink this much Champagne and other alcohol to gain 1 pound, says influencer

To calculate the adult beverage amounts, she multiplied each drink’s individual calorie count per serving by the number of servings it would take to equal 3,500 calories.

https://nypost.com/2023/11/17/lifestyle/youd-have-to-drink-this-much-alcohol-to-gain-1-pound-says-influencer/

Rolling Stones release rum

Crossfire Hurricane is a new rum brand created by English rock band The Rolling Stones.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2023/11/rolling-stones-release-rum/

Duckhorn to acquire Sonoma-Cutrer Vineyards for US$400 million

The Duckhorn Portfolio has agreed to acquire Sonoma-Cutrer Vineyards, a major player in luxury Chardonnay, from Brown-Forman

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2023/11/duckhorn-to-acquire-sonoma-cutrer-vineyards-for-us400-million/

So Long to the Somm

About 10 years ago, the word “sommelier” was in the middle of both a PR glow-up and an identity crisis.

https://punchdrink.com/articles/somm-sommelier-wine/

Whoopi Goldberg relaunches her Prosecco brand

Sister Act star Whoopi Goldberg unveils the second release from her Whoopi Prosecco Superiore DOCG brand with a bold new look.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2023/11/whoopi-goldberg-relaunches-her-prosecco-brand/

Sicily’s Etna region gears up for DOCG status

Winemakers in the historic Etna DOC denomination have begun down the path towards prestigious DOCG recognition in Italy, with changes to the production rules planned.

https://www.decanter.com/wine-news/etna-docg-status-sicily-517085/

Josh Cellars Founder Joseph Carr, Deutsch Family Launch Upscale Force & Grace Brand

After building Josh Cellars into a 5.4-million-case juggernaut atop the U.S. wine market, Joseph Carr and Deutsch Family Wine & Spirits are taking aim at the high end with a new brand called Force & Grace. Carr joined forces with winemaker Jean Hoefliger to create the brand, which is debuting nationally at select retailers, highlighting a range of different California appellations.

The initial offering from Force & Grace includes a Carneros Chardonnay ($33), Paso Robles Cabernet ($35), Napa Valley Cabernet ($55), Rutherford Cabernet Sauvignon ($90), Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon ($100), and Revelist Cabernet Sauvignon ($125). At the top of the ladder, Revelist is a luxury cuvee sourced mainly from the Oakville and Rutherford appellations.

“The wines are available in limited quantities, and we will gradually grow the availability from vintage to vintage,” Tom Steffanci, president of Deutsch Family Wine & Spirits, told SND. “Thanks to Jean’s careful selection of outstanding vineyards and his expertise in crafting the wines, we can showcase the delicate balance between Force and Grace from California’s finest appellations.” The brand’s name refers to Carr’s background. Before embarking on his wine career, he was a high school wrestling champion, and later studied modern dance in college.

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The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

By: Mark C Lenzi

CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, IWS*, SWS, OWE, IWM*

11-13-2023

Liquor Industry Week In Review

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

What’s an AVA and Why Should I Care?

California looks to outstanding vintage for 2023

Massachusetts Barking Up the Wrong Tree

Italy Authorities Increase Raids on Wineries

More than 200 violations of regulations and laws were found during controls by the Carabinieri anti-fraud unit.

https://www.meiningers-international.com/wine/news/italy-authorities-increase-raids-wineries

When is the wine industry going to wake up to itself?

 In most countries, production is not increasing, so that over-supply must logically involve decreasing consumption

http://winegourd.blogspot.com/2023/10/when-is-wine-industry-going-to-wake-up.html

How wine and spirits producers are courting young beverage enthusiasts through the blockchain

The word “blockchain” may leave a sour taste in the mouths of skeptics, but beverage enthusiasts are drinking up the digital world and its far-reaching potential.

https://jingdaily.com/blockbar-young-beverage-enthusiasts-blockchain/

The Federal Trade Commission has asked a federal court to force Total Wine & More to comply with an ongoing antitrust investigation

Southern Glazer’s, the largest distributor of wine and spirits in the U.S., is being investigated for possible discriminatory practices in its sales to retailers such as Total Wine in violation of the Robinson-Patman Act, and whether it engaged in other unfair methods of competition under the FTC Act.

https://dentonrc.com/news/state/feds-sue-total-wine-to-help-antitrust-investigation-into-dallas-based-southern-glazer-s/article_ac1bec35-8507-560a-8e80-1c85fc8f0b2a.html

Yes, ChatGPT Plagiarizes Wine Blogs Too

It’s a brave new world, and we’re all trying to figure out how to make sure it doesn’t eat us alive.

https://www.vinography.com/2023/10/yes-chatgpt-plagiarizes-wine-blogs-too

The Ultimate Wine and Vape Pairing Guide

For millions of vape users across the world, combining your love of good wine with your favorite hobby creates the possibility for the ultimate flavor experience.

https://www.upscalelivingmag.com/news/the-ultimate-wine-and-vape-pairing-guide/

What a wine’s alcohol content can tell you about how it will taste

Does a higher alcohol content mean better wine?

https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/wine-alcohol-content-taste-guide/

The Right Way To Pair Wine With Italian Food, According To An Expert

What wine is supposed to be in our left hand when we’re holding a slice of pizza in our right?

https://www.tastingtable.com/1424298/right-way-pair-wine-italian-food-expert/

6 Hacks You Need To Chill A Bottle Of Wine

Don’t fret; we’ve scoured the internet for the best wine-chilling hacks and tested each one.

https://www.tastingtable.com/1424217/hacks-chill-bottle-wine/

Ice Wine: The Ultimate Explainer Guide

Heard about ice wine and are curious to know more? A sommelier explains everything you need to know.

https://www.tasteofhome.com/article/ice-wine/

Why Are So Many Wine Regions Dealing With Oversupply?

What’s leading to this global wine glut and can the wine industry course-correct?

https://vinepair.com/articles/wine-oversupply-explanation/

How to Spit Wine Like a Pro

Among the least glamorous parts of wine tasting is figuring out when, where and how to spit.

https://www.wineenthusiast.com/basics/how-to-taste/wine-spitting-guide/

Is the Definition of Wine Changing? The Push for ‘Low-Alcohol’ Wines Suggests So

Policy makers around the world continue to push for lowering alcohol consumption.

https://www.wineenthusiast.com/culture/industry-news/wine-definition-change/?utm_source=AfternoonBrief&utm_medium=newsletter

Single Malt vs. Blended Scotch: The Main Differences

Both are vital to the craft and industry of Scotch whisky production.

https://www.liquor.com/single-malt-blended-scotch-differences-8383341

The Historic Reason Kentucky Is The Bourbon Hub Of The World

Kentucky produced 95% of the entire world’s supply of bourbon in 2022

https://www.tastingtable.com/1429399/history-bourbon-capital-world/

How to Taste Whiskey Like a Pro: Our Advanced Guide

Trust me, it’s not that hard and it is always rewarding. Especially if you proceed with an open mind.

https://uproxx.com/life/how-to-taste-whiskey-like-a-pro-guide/

14 Wineries to Visit if You Want to Be an Expert in French Wine

The best trips to France are filled with wine — here’s where to go.

https://www.foodandwine.com/most-important-french-wineries-8380394

What your wine choice says about you on a first date

Everyone has ‘their type,’ or at least they think they do.

https://www.newschainonline.com/lifestyle/food-and-drink/what-your-wine-choice-says-about-you-on-a-first-date-366435

Do U.S. Consumers Really Want Ingredient And Nutrition Labeling On Wine?

Providing ingredient and nutrition labeling for wine and other alcoholic beverages has not traditionally been required by federal law in the United States.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/lizthach/2023/10/24/do-us-consumers-really-want-ingredient–nutrition-labeling-on-wine/?sh=76b6d12655b4

13 Tips You Should Know When Cooking With Sake

Sake is a taste experience on its own, but it can also be used as an ingredient in the kitchen that can lend a complex flavor to dishes

https://www.tastingtable.com/1427532/tips-cook-with-sake/

A Beginners Guide To The Wines Of The Russian River Valley AVA

The heart-shaped region of the Russian River Valley is roughly an hour outside San Francisco in Northern California wine country.

https://www.tastingtable.com/1427634/beginners-guide-wines-russian-river-valley/

The Nearly Ultimate Guide to Spanish Wine: Everything You Actually Need to Know!

In this beginners guide, you can join me on a journey through the fascinating world of Spanish wines, exploring some of the different grape varieties, wine regions, and unique characteristics that make Spanish wines so special – and some of my very favorite in the world!

https://cycling-centuries.com/blogs/news/the-nearly-ultimate-guide-to-spanish-wine-everything-you-actually-need-to-know

5 reasons this year’s harvest is making Sonoma and Napa county winemakers nervous

Harvest is always unpredictable, but this year’s extended harvest makes it even more so.

https://www.pressdemocrat.com/article/lifestyle/wine-101-5-reasons-this-years-harvest-is-making-sonoma-and-napa-county-wi/

14 Must-Visit Italian Wineries for Fans of Chianti, Barolo, Pinot Grigio and More

Whether you’re looking for a guided tour, tasting, or a decadent lunch, there’s something for every kind of visitor.

https://www.foodandwine.com/best-italian-wineries-8383956

The Best Wine To Serve With Apple Pie, According To An Expert

If you’re looking to pair this American staple with a nice glass of wine, you may be wondering: Should you go for a red to pair with the warm spices or a nice white to balance the apple?

https://www.tastingtable.com/1431034/best-wine-pair-apple-pie/

Would you drink genetically modified beer?

If you’re living in the US, which has more relaxed regulations on GM foods than most countries,

https://www.bbc.com/news/business-67193176

What’s the Difference Between Column and Pot Stills?

These distillation methods produce spirits with noticeably different qualities. Read on for a basic primer.

https://www.liquor.com/pot-column-still-differences-8384426

Massachusetts Barking Up the Wrong Tree – No Changes Please!

 It is a case of a legislator (who receives sizable contributions, over $110K from the beverage alcohol wholesalers since taking office) dabbling in an industry that they may not fully understand and so have most likely been provided bad or inaccurate information by a single industry stakeholder when this legislation will affect many and should attract input from all members of the industry.

https://stevenunlimited.substack.com/p/ma-no-changes-10-23?utm_medium=newsletter

AB InBev sells less beer but makes more money

AB InBev has reported better-than-expected revenue in its third quarter, despite consumers buying less of its beer.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2023/10/ab-inbev-reports-beer-value-ahead-of-volume-for-third-quarter/

EU talks collapse allowing Australian Prosecco to trade

In 2009, Italy controversially renamed the Prosecco grape variety to Glera within the EU and registered Prosecco as a Geographical Indication (GI) in the EU. Since then, the EU has been engaged in a decade-long battle to establish Prosecco as a GI in global markets, including Australia.

https://www.drinkstrade.com.au/eu-talks-collapse-allowing-australian-prosecco-to-trade

Crisis Abruzzo: 70% average loss due to peronospora.

The average drop in production in the 2023 vintage in Abruzzo, he says, is 70 percent, with estimates exceeding 90 percent in some cases. The cause, as has been widely reported, was peronospora, downy mildew, a fungal disease that affects the vines after excessive rainfall.

https://dobianchi.com/2023/10/30/grape-harvest-2023-italy/

New Bedford MA nip ban paused 9 months. Here’s why.

Fernandes said the potential losses to individual stores ranged from $300,000 or more to $15,000 to $20,000, based on annual sales

https://www.southcoasttoday.com/story/news/local/2023/10/26/new-bedford-nip-ban-implementation-extended-9-months/71321871007/

10 of the Weirdest Booze and Food Collabs in Recent History

Here are the 10 weirdest booze and food collabs in history

https://vinepair.com/articles/weirdest-booze-food-collabs-rated/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=03affaee0c-NOVEMBER_03_2023&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-03affaee0c-38937345&mc_cid=03affaee0c&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

California looks to outstanding vintage for 2023

Californian wine producers are excited about the potential for the 2023 vintage with weather conditions this year leading to a bumper harvest.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2023/11/california-looks-to-outstanding-vintage-for-2023/

Coravin founder wants to revolutionise the way wine is retailed

He managed to change the way somms serve wine in restaurants, and people drink wine at home, now Coravin founder Greg Lambrecht wants to revolutionise the way wine is sold in retail.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2023/11/coravin-founder-wants-to-revolutionise-the-way-wine-is-retailed/

12 Mistakes You’re Making When Visiting A Brewery

Even if you’re a beer connoisseur and it’s not your first time inside one, every brewery offers something new to learn about its history and techniques, and again, you get to try the beer.

https://www.tastingtable.com/1435201/mistakes-avoid-visiting-brewery/

Your Favorite Import Beers, Now Brewed in the U.S.

With skyrocketing shipping costs and more than 9,000 breweries and taprooms, foreign breweries are ditching import status and producing beer stateside to better compete on freshness and price.

https://vinepair.com/articles/import-beers-american-craft-brewery/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=07d0ae550c-NOVEMBER_02_2023&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-07d0ae550c-38937345&mc_cid=07d0ae550c&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

What’s an AVA and Why Should I Care?

The short answer is AVAs can help you figure out what type of wine you like and how to find more with similar characteristics.

https://www.wineroad.com/blogs/vineyards/whats-an-ava-and-why-should-i-care/

AI in the Wine Industry – What does it look like?

So, does that mean AI is going to take all the jobs? No… but it could mean those who don’t embrace AI will be replaced with those who do. AI should complement, not replace people and traditional marketing.

https://wineindustrysaleseducation.com/ai-in-the-wine-industry-what-does-it-look-like/?utm_source=AfternoonBrief&utm_medium=newsletter

Can interior design impact the taste of your wine?

Can interior design affect your perception and enjoyment of a glass of wine? A new study commissioned by Campo Viejo has revealed the answer to the question on every good host’s lips.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2023/11/can-interior-design-impact-the-taste-of-your-wine/

How Neurons Help Decipher Wine Aromas and Other Scents

Scientists unraveled how animals differentiate distinct scents, even those that seem remarkably similar

https://neurosciencenews.com/olfaction-neurons-25130/

Samuel Adams Utopias returns: Super-strong beer illegal in 15 states available again

Boston Beer Company has again released its malty monster: Samuel Adams Utopias, which weighs in at 28 % alcohol by volume.

https://www.tennessean.com/story/money/2023/10/31/samuel-adams-utopias-2023-illegal-beer/71392886007/

Matthew McConaughey Enters Super-Premium Tequila, Launching Pantalones Brand

Actor Matthew McConaughey and his wife Camila have launched Pantalones Organic Tequila, a new venture co-founded with spirits entrepreneur Andrew Chrisomalis. Pantalones is made from 100% blue agave and is certified organic by the USDA. “The north star of the brand is to bring fun back to Tequila,” Chrisomalis, co-founder and executive chairman of Pantalones, told SND, adding that the expectation is to sell in the tens of thousands of cases the first year, with the ability to scale up quickly from there. Chrisomalis previously led Davos Brands (known for Aviation Gin) before it was acquired by Diageo for $610 million in 2020.

The super-premium Pantalones is launching with Blanco, Reposado, and Añejo Tequilas priced at $40, $45, and $50, respectively, produced at a certified organic distillery in Amatitán, Jalisco. All three releases are bottled at 40% abv. Pantalones Reposado is aged for nine months and the Añejo for 15. Initially, the brand will be available in five markets—Texas, California, Florida, Arizona, and Nevada—with a national rollout planned for 2024.

The McConaugheys are owners and investors in the business, Chrisomalis noted, and “have been integral in virtually every aspect of the brand and the business in terms of the name Pantalones and in terms of the liquid,” he said. “We see it as upscale but at the same time a casual and relaxed brand.”

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By: Mark C Lenzi

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10-30-2023

Liquor Industry Week In Review

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

Is Wine Vegan? Here’s What You Need to Know

The Difference Between A Good And A Bad Whiskey

How to Pair Wine with Pie

Your guide to Northern Virginia’s 50+ wineries

Now let’s raise a glass to Virginia wine country

https://www.nbcwashington.com/news/local/taste-sip-savor-your-guide-to-northern-virginias-50-wineries/3441869/

Should red wine be removed from the Mediterranean diet?

In another study, they found that people who followed what the researchers defined as a moderate Mediterranean drinking plan—choosing red wine, drinking with meals, and spreading consumption over the course of the week—had a lower risk of mortality than people who abstained from alcohol. Martínez-González noted that additional recent studies have found that light to moderate alcohol consumption lowered the relative risks for premature mortality, and mortality from cancer and cardiovascular disease.

https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/news/features/red-wine-mediterranean-diet/

New Study Reveals Which Wine Containers U.S. Consumers Believe Are Most Environmentally Friendly

Wine bottles, boxes, cans, tetra or plastic wine bottles – which have the lightest weight and are most environmentally friendly?

https://www.winebusiness.com/news/article/277905

An Expert’s Advice For Getting The Most Out Of Your Visit To A Wine Shop

Discuss what you already know you like about wine with the expert.

https://www.tastingtable.com/1419052/expert-advice-maximize-visit-wine-shop/

An Inside Listen: Winemakers’ Harvest Playlists

The music that inspires harvest, brought directly to your ears.

https://www.mensjournal.com/wine/winemakers-harvest-playlists

Are You a Wine Snob? 8 Red Flags to Spot

Worried you’re being a bit much yourself? Here are eight red flags to recognize (and avoid).

https://www.wineenthusiast.com/culture/wine/wine-snob-red-flags/

Remembering Schmidt Beer, ‘the Brew that Grew With the Great Northwest’

Not to be confused with Schlitz or Philadelphia’s Schmidt’s, Schmidt is a Minnesota-born macro lager that’s just about as macro as it gets — in story, spirit, and flavor.

https://vinepair.com/articles/schmidt-beer-history/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=3a0cca88f6-OCTOBER_13_2023&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-3a0cca88f6-38937345&mc_cid=3a0cca88f6&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

How to Pair Wine with Pie

To help uncover the best wine and pie pairings, we asked several sommeliers from across the globe to weigh in. They had a lot of thoughts on what makes a great one

https://www.wineenthusiast.com/basics/how-to-pair/pie-and-wine-pairings/

How Mushrooms Can Help Improve The Flavor Of Old Red Wine

Believe it or not, mushroom dishes can actually improve the quality of your old red wine to the point where it can become pleasant and palatable.

https://www.tastingtable.com/1413466/mushrooms-improve-flavor-old-red-wine/

Can Beer Ever Be Completely Gluten-Free?

When avoiding gluten for health-related reasons, it can be a serious struggle to know if something is completely safe to consume

https://vinepair.com/articles/gluten-free-beer-explainer/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=0a25c53c68-OCTOBER_12_2023&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-0a25c53c68-38937345&mc_cid=0a25c53c68&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Should wine sommeliers be classified as skilled workers?

Wine sommeliers could be added to the skilled worker list for foreign nationals entering the UK for employment, following a recommendation to reclassify the role.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2023/10/should-wine-sommeliers-be-classified-as-skilled-workers/

Consumers find buying wine ‘a stressful experience’

Wine buyers will spend a third more on impressing guests than just themselves and 23% find purchasing stressful, according to research by UK retailer Lidl.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2023/10/consumers-buying-wine-stressful-lidl/

What Even Is “Fine Wine” Anymore?

It’s no accident that so many defining features of the new luxury materialized alongside the wider mainstreaming of natural wine

https://punchdrink.com/articles/fine-wine-luxury-recommendations/

Hemp Study: Vineyard cover crop works well

A study of hemp growing between the rows in New Zealand vineyards shows “exciting” results that the hemp beneficially affects soils and wines.

https://www.ruralnewsgroup.co.nz/wine-grower/wg-general-news/hemp-study-vineyard-cover-crop-works-well

How to Spot Ladybug Taint, a Downright Gross Wine Flaw

Any seasoned drinker can catch a corked bottle. It’s easy to flag if a wine has spent too much time in the sun or too long stored incorrectly. Faulted wines deliver specific muted aromas, oxidative notes or Sherry characteristics. (In some cases, they just plain stink.) But can you taste if a vineyard was overrun with ladybugs?

https://www.wineenthusiast.com/culture/wine/ladybug-taint/?utm_source=AfternoonBrief&utm_medium=newsletter

Cold-Hardy Baco Noir Is Thriving Under the California Sun

Except for one: a small three-quarter acre of Baco Noir found in the heart of California’s Sonoma Coast, where the cold-hardy grape is thriving in the region’s Mediterranean-like climate under the care of Matt Niess, winemaker and owner of North American Press.

https://www.wineenthusiast.com/basics/grapes-101/baco-noir-guide/?utm_source=AfternoonBrief&utm_medium=newsletter

New Study Finds That Warm Summers and Wet Winters Yield Better Wine Vintages

The same vineyard can produce different vintage qualities in different years, despite those wines coming from grapes grown on the same vines, on the same land, and being produced by the same methods.

https://wineindustryadvisor.com/2023/10/11/study-finds-warm-summers-wet-winters-yield-better-vintages

The Idaho Wine Commission recently launched a new website 

The website includes an interactive map and a dedicated page for each wine region with details about the region, the region’s most popular wine varietals and a list of wineries in the region.

https://www.lmtribune.com/northwest/new-idaho-wine-website-launches/article_9de68e01-b750-5977-8786-4ed5d149c603.html

Champagne Tries to Stop the Rot

Champagne is facing a difficult vintage – and not just because of a trying growing season

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2023/10/champagne-tries-to-stop-the-rot

Molson Coors to Launch Non-Carbonated RTD with Help of Gen Z

Molson Coors announced the launch of Happy Thursday, a non-carbonated spiked refresher developed in conjunction with Gen Z. The announcement marks the conglomerate’s most recent move to becoming a total beverage company.

https://vinepair.com/booze-news/molson-coors-happy-thursday/

Applejack vs. Apple Brandy: The Main Differences

All applejack is apple brandy, but not all apple brandy is applejack.

https://www.liquor.com/applejack-apple-brandy-guide-8347204

Intimidated By Champagne? This Guide Will Turn You Into A Pro

TZR’s expert-led guide to everything Champagne from where it’s made, what it tastes like, and how to enjoy it (spoiler: there are no wrong answers).

https://www.thezoereport.com/living/champagne-guide

The World’s Most Expensive Proseccos

Light, frothy and fun, even the world’s most expensive Proseccos are remarkably modest

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2023/10/the-worlds-most-expensive-proseccos

The Puzzling World of DTC Volume Limits

Chances are that your state has limitations on the amount of beverage alcohol products you can buy online and have shipped to your home and there is no clear reason why.

https://stevenunlimited.substack.com/p/puzzling-world-of-dtc-volume

For Sommeliers Around the World, Wines in Tall Skinny Bottles Are an Industry Obsession

Still, global acreage of Riesling is only around 136,000 of over 18 million acres of total wine grape area (in contrast, Chardonnay has 519,000), making even the aromatic king substantially less than 1 percent of total winegrowing acreage. It seems a certain slice of the “civilian” wine drinking demographic is rigidly resistant to the idea of aromatic white wine greatness.

https://vinepair.com/articles/sommeliers-tall-wine-bottle-trend/

Want to match your nails to your can of White Claw? Here’s how

Hard seltzer brand White Claw has launched a nail polish set in collaboration with Nails Inc, allowing customers to match their nails to their drink.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2023/10/want-to-match-your-nails-to-your-can-of-white-claw-heres-how/

How Do I Pick a Wine if There’s No Information on the Funky Label?

For many consumers, a wine’s label communicates as much about a brand, its quality, and its ethos as the liquid inside

https://vinepair.com/articles/ask-joanna-buying-wine-with-funky-labels/

The Definitive Guide To Pairing Charcuterie and Wine

The good news is that charcuterie can serve as anything from a quick snack to an elegant first course, and there’s a whole world of it to explore

https://vinepair.com/articles/the-definitive-guide-to-pairing-charcuterie-and-wine/

The Heffalump and the Alcohol Czar

No, the federal government isn’t planning to limit you to two glasses of wine a week, but a growing neo-prohibitionist movement is taking a far subtler approach

https://www.winespectator.com/articles/no-american-alcohol-czar-is-trying-to-limit-drinking-here-is-the-truth

Top Rhône Valley wine trends to look out for

The Rhône Valley, known for its traditional styles of red wine, is diversifying to rise like a phoenix from the flames after global sales faltered during the Covid-19 pandemic, reports Patricia Stefanowicz MW.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2023/10/top-rhone-valley-trends-to-look-out-for/

The Bourbon Industry Relies on White Oaks, Which Are in Decline. Now, They’re All In on Saving Them

There are five key rules to follow when making bourbon whiskey.

https://modernfarmer.com/2023/10/the-bourbon-industry-relies-on-white-oaks-which-are-in-decline-now-theyre-all-in-on-saving-them/

Why You Should Transfer Wine To Smaller Containers As You Drink It

In order to keep your wine fresher for longer without expensive gadgets, we recommend transferring it to progressively smaller containers between each drinking session.

https://www.tastingtable.com/1418479/transfer-wine-smaller-containers/

Issa Rae and E. & J. Gallo Announce Prosecco Brand Viarae

Emmy- and Golden Globe-nominated actor, producer, and writer Issa Rae has announced the launch of Viarae, a new Prosecco brand made in conjunction with E. & J. Gallo Winery.

https://vinepair.com/booze-news/viarae-issa-rae-prosecco/

Here’s What to Look for In an Authentic Tequila—and Why It Matters

Carlos Soto, founder of Nosotros Tequila, dives into how to discover a tequila you truly like and the benefits of exploring locally-owned brands.

https://www.bhg.com/authentic-tequila-nosotros-8356722

Opening Champagne and Sparkling Wine Bottles Just Got Easier

The first and only automatic wine opener for sparkling wine, it takes the guesswork and anxiety out of uncorking those highly pressurized bottles so you can effortlessly enjoy well-chilled sparkling wine in less time. Here are six reasons why this innovative wine gadget is a must-have

https://www.wineenthusiast.com/handpicked/electric-sparkling-wine-opener/

Wine enthusiasts in the U.S. have long shown a fondness for red blends

One of the primary reasons for the appeal of red blends is their ability to be both complex and balanced.

https://mountpleasantmagazine.com/2023/wine/the-allure-of-red-blends-why-americans-love-this-versatile-wine/

How Taylor Swift is boosting Tequila sales

Singer-songwriter Taylor Swift drinking a can of Casa Azul Tequila Soda during a recent Kansas City Chiefs game has resulted in a sales spike.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2023/10/why-taylor-swift-is-now-boosting-tequila-sales/

When Pairing Wine With Cheese, Should You Contrast Or Complement Flavors (Or Both)?

Believe it or not, there is some science behind the combination of cheese and wine.

https://www.mashed.com/1422582/wine-pairings-cheese-snacks-expert/

Breaking Down the Differences Between Rum and Rhum

The spelling matters, but clear distinctions aren’t so simple. Here’s why.

https://www.liquor.com/rum-rhum-differences-8362335

Clearing The Air On Alcohol: How Much Liquor Can You Carry On Your Next Flight?

We understand the temptation to go overboard when buying alcohol during your travels, especially if it’s cheaper at your destination. However, keeping some basic rules in mind will help you plan your purchases better.

https://www.travelandleisureasia.com/global/news/how-much-liquor-can-you-carry-on-your-next-flight/

Is Wine Vegan? Here’s What You Need to Know

Before you uncork the bottle, there are a few things you should know.

https://vegoutmag.com/food-and-drink/is-wine-vegan/

The Importance Of Sulfur Dioxide As An Ingredient In Wine

There are the usual grapes, sugars, and yeast, but the addition of sulfur dioxide can be seen as something of a game changer.

https://www.tastingtable.com/1421438/importance-sulfur-dioxide-ingredient-wine/

Is That Tequila Additive-Free? Odds Are Not

Tequila advocates refer to the “1% rule:” namely, by Mexico’s law, producers are allowed to use up to 1% of these additives without disclosing it. But according to tequila database Tequila Matchmaker, around 70% of all tequila includes undisclosed additives, ranging from vanilla extract to stevia

https://www.wineenthusiast.com/culture/spirits/additive-free-tequila/

How to Decode a Wine Label, According to a Wine Expert

Author, international wine judge, and former wine buyer Helen McGinn breaks down wine lingo to help you choose a bottle you’ll love.

https://www.veranda.com/food-recipes/a45588957/how-to-read-a-wine-label/

French researchers found vineyard risk of childhood lymphoblastic leukaemia

Carried out by national health and medical research agency Inserm, the study concluded that larger vineyard plots increased the risk of haematologic malignancies in children who lived within a 1-kilometre radius of wine-growing areas.

https://www.rfi.fr/en/france/20231018-french-children-living-near-large-vineyards-at-higher-risk-of-leukemia-study

How ‘Small Batch’ Became the Most Confusing Term in American Whiskey

The term originated out of Jim Beam in the 1980s, used to market a then-innovative cask-strength release called Booker’s Bourbon

https://vinepair.com/articles/small-batch-whiskey-debate/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=c1072e2f39-OCTOBER_19_2023&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-c1072e2f39-38937345&mc_cid=c1072e2f39&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

The Difference Between A Good And A Bad Whiskey, According To A Tasting Expert

In other words, it should taste different at the beginning than it does by the end — and, just when you think it’s done, there may even be more subtle changes.

https://www.tastingtable.com/1420005/difference-between-good-bad-whiskey-expert/

Campari vs Aperol: How Do These Iconic Italian Aperitifs Compare?

An aperitif is an alcoholic beverage, usually a wine or a liqueur, that is served before a meal to stimulate the appetite.

https://savoredsips.com/campari-vs-aperol/

People With This Personality Trait Are More Likely To Drink Alcohol Before Bed, According To Research

Here’s why people with this personality type or more likely to be active at night.

https://www.yourtango.com/health-wellness/people-personality-trait-more-likely-drink-alcohol-before-bed-according-research

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The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

By: Mark C Lenzi

CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, IWS*, SWS, OWE, IWM*

10-16-2023

Liquor Industry Week In Review

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

Wine Giants Weigh Down the Market

Is Alcohol the New Tobacco?

The 8 Best ‘Hair of the Dog’ Cocktails

The Long, Messy History of Booze and Sports Ownership

This bridge between liquor and sports ownership among the “Big Four” sports leagues (the NFL, NBA, MLB, and NHL) is not historically unique

https://vinepair.com/articles/alcohol-sport-ownership-history/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=1be05010e8-September_26_2023&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-1be05010e8-38937345&mc_cid=1be05010e8&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

New

Actor Woody Harrelson has teamed with wellness entrepreneur Amy Holmwood to create the Holistic Spirits Company. The new company launches with two spirits—Origen Specialty vodka and Harmony gin—now available in California, Washington, D.C., Florida, Louisiana, New Jersey, New York, and South Carolina, as well as via ReserveBar. The vodka ($40-$46, depending on market) is at 37% abv and is infused with artichoke leaves, muscadine grapes, green tea leaves, and elderberries. The gin, at 45% abv and retailing between $41 and $47, is infused with the same botanical blend as the vodka but with added coriander seed, hyssop, lemon peel, lime peel, angelica root, juniper berries, and orris root.

The (non-) science of biodynamics

Biodynamic viticulture is employed by some of the best wine producers in the world. But how sound is the science behind it?

https://worldoffinewine.com/news-features/biodynamics-non-science

The Most Unpopular Beer Opinions, According to Reddit

With over 100 styles of beer brewed at nearly 20,000 breweries worldwide, there’s a hell of a lot going on in the beer world.

https://vinepair.com/booze-news/unpopular-beer-opinion-reddit/

Alto Adige: six wine trends to watch out for

Sandwiched between the Alps and the Dolomites, the northern Italian region of Alto Adige provides a high altitude haven for winemakers, as Louis Thomas discovered at this year’s Alto Adige Wine Summit.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2023/09/alto-adige-six-wine-trends-to-watch-out-for/

We Tasted 31 Nonalcoholic Beers—Here Are Our Favorites

In hopes of priming you for a category that is forecasted to be worth $40 billion by 2032, we tasted, ranked, and organized some of the best, most celebrated NA beers on the market. Here are our findings.

https://food52.com/drinks/non-alcoholic/28301-best-non-alcoholic-beers

Supermarket Giants Safeway and Albertsons Enter the World of Online Fine Wine with Direct Shipping

The new fine wine portal is a giant leap for the retail giant. It will initially be available to California customers through the company’s multiple brands

https://www.winebusiness.com/news/article/277078

New Fre

Non-alcoholic wine label Fre is launching two of its wines in 187-ml. mini bottles. Produced by Trinchero Family Estates, Fre is the top non-alcoholic wine brand in the U.S. and was awarded Impact “Hot Brand” status after reaching 344,000 cases last year, up more than 100,000 cases since 2019. The brand now offers its Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon in the mini bottles, which equate to a single glass of wine. These new offerings will be available at major retailers across the country beginning in October, with a 4-pack priced at $13.

The 8 Best ‘Hair of the Dog’ Cocktails

People will try just about anything to get rid of a hangover.

https://vinepair.com/articles/hair-of-the-dog-cocktails/

Wine giants weigh down the market

Analysis reveals it’s the big companies that are slowing the wine market.

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2023/09/wine-giants-weigh-down-the-market

Fortified Wines Are ‘Cool’ Again — So Why Are Their Regions in Crisis?

Iberia’s fortified wine regions are, without exception, in the throes of chaotic upheaval in some form or another.

https://vinepair.com/articles/crisis-in-fortified-wine-regions/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=b48648fe3c-September_28_2023&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-b48648fe3c-38937345&mc_cid=b48648fe3c&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Low- and no-alcohol wines really do need to be the way of the future

 Low- and no-alcohol drinks are therefore now becoming quite popular.

http://winegourd.blogspot.com/2023/09/low-and-no-alcohol-wines-really-do-need.html

Length is SEX IN A GLASS

Wine is a full body experience.

https://www.mensjournal.com/wine/length-is-sex-in-a-glass

The One Thing You Should Always Do When Drinking Champagne

Though we like to encourage treating yourself to Champagne as frequently as possible, this particular category of bubbly is often reserved for special occasions.

https://vinepair.com/articles/do-this-when-drinking-champagne/

FRANZIA—YES, THAT FRANZIA—AND OVERTONE ARE COLLABORATING ON A NEW HAIR COLOR KIT

Normally drinking and hair dye are not recommended mix, but this new collaboration of wine-inspired hues is the exception.

https://www.nylon.com/beauty/franzia-overtone-wine-inspired-coloring-conditioner-kit-collaboration

The Difficult Child of Winegrowers in Piedmont

While the noble nebbiolo grape, which is used to make Barolo wine, is the most famous, the barbera grape is the most widely planted grape in Piedmont, comprising over 30% of all vineyards planted, so much so that Barbera wine is called the ‘wine of the people.’

https://verovino.com/vero-blog/about-barbera-italian-red-wine-grape-piedmont-alba-asti

The Oldest Distillery in Every State

Since its founding, the United States has seen its fair share of distilleries open and evolve.

https://vinepair.com/articles/america-oldest-distillery-every-state/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=152c5e6323-September_27_2023&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-152c5e6323-38937345&mc_cid=152c5e6323&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

The Sparkling Erbaluce Wines From Piedmont

When you think of the wines of Piedmont, you probably think of Barolo, Barbaresco, Nebbiolo, Barbera and Dolcetto. And for sparkling wines perhaps Moscato? However… did you know delicious wines are made from the grape ERBALUCE in the north of the region?

https://glassofbubbly.com/the-sparkling-erbaluce-wines-from-piedmont/

Wineries Served Over Slavery Claims

The controversy over worker conditions in some South African wineries has prompted government action.

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2016/11/wineries-served-over-slavery-claims

The Highest-Rated Beer in Every State

With over 331 million people living in the United States, it comes as no surprise that there is a copious amount of beer consumed here every year.

https://vinepair.com/articles/highest-rated-beer-state-map-2023/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=d1561c3b2d-OCTOBER_03_2023&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-d1561c3b2d-38937345&mc_cid=d1561c3b2d&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

A wine made from grapes soaked in seawater? Yes, it’s a thing

This ocean-washed vermentino won’t set your palate alight. But it’s an interesting experiment.

https://www.afr.com/life-and-luxury/food-and-wine/a-wine-made-from-grapes-soaked-in-seawater-yes-it-s-a-thing-20230907-p5e2tc

Cognac vs. Armagnac vs. Calvados: The Main Differences

Here’s what you need to know about these iconic French fruit brandies.

https://www.liquor.com/cognac-armagnac-calvados-differences-8304164

Spain’s Wine Industry Faces Smallest Harvest Ever Recorded

The 2023 harvest has proven to be rough in just about every region around the world

https://vinepair.com/booze-news/spain-smallest-harvest-ever-recorded-2023/

7 Things You Should Know About the Finnish Long Drink

The 12-ounce beverage was inspired by the original Long Drink, a loose combination of gin, grapefruit soda or juice, and carbonated water that can be found on tap all over Finland.

https://vinepair.com/articles/ntk-finnish-long-drink/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=ed40596326-OCTOBER_02_2023&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-ed40596326-38937345&mc_cid=ed40596326&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Don’t Believe This Myth About Your Drinking Glasses

There are a lot of complications around alcohol, and drinkware is definitely one of them.

https://www.tastingtable.com/1404988/myth-dont-believe-about-drinking-glasses/

The Difference Between Taste Vs. Flavor, According To An Expert

The world of food is full of strange terms and concepts that can be unclear to the average person, but two things that seem like they should be simple are taste and flavor.

https://www.tastingtable.com/1403167/difference-between-taste-flavor-expert/

Italy’s Best White Wines: 12 Essential Grapes to Know

Where should an Italian white grape journey begin?

https://www.wineenthusiast.com/basics/grapes-101/italian-white-grape-guide/

The 30 Oldest Beers in America

Many of America’s favorite beers have been brewed in the same way for well over a century. From colonial taverns to modern craft brews, some beverages chronicle a journey as old as the nation itself, reflecting the meticulous artistry that defines American brewing history.

https://247wallst.com/special-report/2023/09/30/the-30-oldest-beers-in-america/

The 25 Absolute Best Garnishes For Your Next Bloody Mary

There are few rules when it comes to garnishing your Bloody Mary, so if you’re looking for some inspiration, these are some of the absolute best options for both homemade cocktails and those you might order at brunch.

https://www.tastingtable.com/1407020/absolute-best-fresh-garnishes-next-bloody-mary/

New Zonin

Zonin is launching a new Orange-Cran Riviera Spritz. Retailing at $13 a 750-ml., the new entry is capitalizing on the spritz trend in the U.S. and is characterized by orange and cranberry flavors blended with sparkling wine. It’s rolling out now across on- and off-premise accounts throughout the U.S. Zonin’s range also includes a Coastal Lemon Spritz. Zonin’s core Prosecco depleted 370,000 cases in the U.S. last year, according to Impact Databank.

The Art of Mindful Drinking with Thoughtful Wines

To put it simply, mindful drinking is paying attention to physical and emotional sensations.

What does that mean?

It means that you will understand how you are feeling and the impact your emotions might have on the way you drink or why you are drinking on any particular occasion.

https://verovino.com/vero-blog/mindful-drinking-responsibly-alcohol-aware-natural-wine

Does 75% of the World’s Saffron Really End Up in Fernet?

It’s been alleged that Fernet-Branca uses 75 percent of the world’s saffron output each year to produce the famous amaro.

https://vinepair.com/articles/fernet-branca-saffron-consumption/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=4a09ad4ded-OCTOBER_04_2023&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-4a09ad4ded-38937345&mc_cid=4a09ad4ded&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Artificial Accounts and Bogus Bottles: Social Media Has a Problem With Whiskey Scammers

Since the infancy of the United States, whiskey has often found itself on the wrong side of the law.

https://vinepair.com/articles/identity-theft-bourbon-scam/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=4a09ad4ded-OCTOBER_04_2023&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-4a09ad4ded-38937345&mc_cid=4a09ad4ded&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Playboy launches vodka RTD

Following a US$13 million funding round to grow its alcohol beverage offering, Playboy has released new vodka-based seltzer Play Hard.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2023/10/playboy-launches-vodka-rtd/

Is Alcohol the New Tobacco?

Since at least the late 2010s, we’ve seen plenty of research studies that question how healthy it was to drink even “moderate” amounts of alcoholic beverages.

https://www.wineenthusiast.com/culture/non-alcoholic/alcohol-smoking-debate/?queryID=74a1cd04d9e8582c917cbcfbe62e74c8&objectID=post

Wu, Boston councilors ask lawmakers for 250 extra liquor licenses

In total, the bill would allow up to 250 new licenses over a five-year period

https://www.wgbh.org/news/politics/2023-10-02/wu-boston-councilors-ask-lawmakers-for-250-extra-liquor-licenses

The debate over “natural” wine

Purists miss the important question: Is it made with integrity?

https://www.illinoistimes.com/food-drink/the-debate-over-natural-wine-17494725

The 1987 ‘Urine in Corona’ Hoax — a Slanderous Rumor That Nearly Derailed the Mexican Lager

That general idea, though baseless, hastened the spread of the then-emerging rumor that Corona contained urine.

https://vinepair.com/articles/urine-in-corona-hoax/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=aee7ab3993-OCTOBER_06_2023&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-aee7ab3993-38937345&mc_cid=aee7ab3993&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

How the oldest DOC in America is getting a facelift

The oldest DOC in the Americas is getting a face lift. Although progress has been slow within the 25-year-old DOC of Luján de Cuyo, several producers are trying to relaunch the brand and put it back in the spotlight. Amanda Barnes reports.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2023/10/how-the-oldest-doc-in-america-is-getting-a-facelift/

Winery Replaces Sulfites with Green Tea

For many people, sulfites can be source of allergy and other problems, but what if there was a clean, green alternative

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2023/10/winery-replaces-sulfites-with-green-tea

Home consumption vs the on-trade: have pandemic behaviours become entrenched?

IWSR analyses the regional trends in consumer attitudes towards the on-premise

https://www.theiwsr.com/home-consumption-vs-the-on-trade-have-pandemic-behaviours-become-entrenched/

A literate, literary tale of triumph over a triumvirate of troubles

Canadian wine writer Natalie MacLean’s latest book is a story of recoveries.

https://worldoffinewine.com/news-features/natalie-maclean-wine-witch-on-fire

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