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Liquor Industry News

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

By: Mark C Lenzi

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

03-01-2021

Liquor Industry Week In Review

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

Do Americans Pair Their Wine with Food or TV?

8 of the Best Margarita Recipes for Winter

How to make Limoncello

10 Things You Should Know About Dewar’s Scotch Whisky

The beloved Scotch may be a worldwide household name, but there’s always more to learn.

Wine List Secrets Revealed

Lists are going to be smaller

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2021/02/wine-list-secrets-revealed

Stop making this wine and dessert pairing mistake

While some food and flavors are a match made in heaven, one flavor combination has an added ingredient that shouldn’t be on the table.

https://foodsided.com/2021/02/14/wine-and-dessert-pairing-mistake/

Do’s and Don’ts of Drinking Champagne

Bubbly Tips

https://onthesauceagain.com/2019/02/20/dos-and-donts-of-drinking-champagne/

Is champagne stronger than non-bubby alcoholic drinks?

Although a typical glass of champagne has no more alcohol than wine, there is some evidence that it impairs people faster than its flat counterpart.

https://www.livescience.com/champagne-drunk-faster.html

Why Uber Will Not Be Challenging How Alcohol is Sold and Distributed

First, it’s essential to appreciate the “three-tier system” for what it is

https://fermentationwineblog.com/2021/02/why-uber-will-not-be-challenging-how-alcohol-is-sold-and-distributed/

Why Sommeliers Are More Essential Than Ever

Sommeliers were typically the first to be cut from a shift pre-pandemic, and in more recent months, they have been the first furloughed and last rehired.

https://daily.sevenfifty.com/why-sommeliers-are-more-essential-than-ever/

THE ETYMOLOGICAL ORIGINS OF THE WORLD’S BIGGEST GRAPES

The etymological origins of many grape varieties are hazy at best, and near untraceable in many cases. But there are plenty of clues to follow to help decipher the most likely accounts of how grapes got their names.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2021/02/the-etymological-origins-of-the-worlds-biggest-grapes/

New Deep Eddy

Deep Eddy vodka has extended with a new Lime flavor. Retailing at $20 a 750-ml., the new entry is debuting nationwide next month, backed by trade and consumer media, social media, out-of-home displays, and retail point-of-sale support. In addition to Lime, Deep Eddy Vodka’s portfolio includes Original Vodka, Orange, Peach, Lemon, Ruby Red, Cranberry, and Sweet Tea. Part of the Heaven Hill Brands stable, Deep Eddy has annual U.S. volume of 1.5 million cases.

Is Social Media Bad for Sobriety?

If your friends are partying or posting about alcohol often on social media, you should be careful with what you’re seeing and what you’re associating with fun,

https://www.nextavenue.org/is-social-media-bad-for-sobriety/

PENFOLDS RELEASES CALIFORNIA WINE COLLECTION

The iconic wine estate began exploring the potential of Californian terroir in the 1980s – Penfolds acquired a stake in Geyser Peak winery in 1988.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2021/02/penfolds-releases-california-wine-collection/

Canadian Wine Is Better Than You Think

The Canadian wine industry may still be in its infancy compared to Old World wine-producing regions,

https://vinepair.com/articles/best-canadian-wine/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=9d27baf244-FEB_17_2021&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-9d27baf244-38937345&mc_cid=9d27baf244&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Does Amaro or Vermouth Have to Be Refrigerated?

This is a question with different answers, as these are all not exactly the same thing.

https://vinepair.com/articles/should-amaro-or-vermouth-be-refrigerated/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=9d27baf244-FEB_17_2021&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-9d27baf244-38937345&mc_cid=9d27baf244&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

New Baileys

Diageo has launched a new, lower-calorie brand extension for Baileys Irish Cream. The release, Baileys Deliciously Light, comes in at 16.1% abv and has 40% fewer calories and 40% less sugar than the original Baileys. To kick off the launch, Diageo has partnered with Cocktail Courier, a home mixology-focused e-commerce platform, to create four cocktail kits showing off the new liqueur. Baileys Deliciously Light is now available nationwide for around $25 a 750-ml.

New Mikes

Mike’s Hard has announced a new lemonade-flavored seltzer, entering the growing subcategory within the wider world of hard seltzers. The 5% abv RTD is launching in four flavors—lemon, strawberry, mango, and pineapple—available together in a variety 12-pack of 12-ounce cans. Mike’s Hard Lemonade Seltzer is now available across the U.S. Mike’s Hard Lemonade was up 14.5% to 8.4 million cases in IRI channels for the year ending December 27.

Chilean Wine vs Italian Wine – Who Comes Out on Top?

Wouldn’t it be interesting to compare the Chilean and Italian wine industries to see what makes each one stand out?

https://blog.xtrawine.com/en/chilean-wine-vs-italian-wine-who-comes-out-on-top/

How to make Limoncello – Italians favorite Lemon Liqueur

In northern Italy, the liqueur is often referred to as Limoncino, while the English calls it Lemoncello

https://thefinestitalianwine.com/how-to-make-limoncello-italians-favorite-lemon-liqueur/

Barolo & Barbaresco: 10 high-flying vineyard sites

As the number of single-vineyard wines produced in Piedmont proliferated over the past half-century, so the level of confusion for consumers increased.

https://www.decanter.com/premium/barolo-barbaresco-vineyards-10-high-flying-sites-451115/

E & J Gallo to distribute Bev’s “zero sugar” canned wine

Bev and E. & J. Gallo Winery (Gallo) announced today that the two companies have partnered together to help bring Bev and their mission to more consumers across the country.

https://www.winebusiness.com/news/?go=getArticle&dataId=241677

What’s the Problem with Wine Influencers?

it would appear that there’s one community getting the brunt of this wild fury: influencers.

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2021/02/whats-the-problem-with-wine-influencers

Beer! A Love Story’ Documentary

Filmed in Europe and the United States, the feature-length production introduces viewers to the human connection that is formed with one of the world’s oldest fermented beverages.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/hudsonlindenberger/2021/02/17/the-movie-for-all-beer-lovers/?sh=187444533b7a

How to know what woman you are (and who you are in front of) from the wine she drinks

Based on your wine tastes you can draw a profile of what, in broad terms, is your character and if you recognize yourself in more than one of these profiles, the better!

https://geishagourmet.com/enoprofiling-come-sapere-che-donna-sei-e-che-hai-di-fronte-dal-vino-che-beve/

KENDALL JENNER ANNOUNCES LAUNCH OF HER OWN TEQUILA BRAND, 818

The range comprises three variants: 818 Blanco, 818 Reposado and 818 Añejo.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2021/02/kendall-jenner-announces-launch-of-her-own-tequila-brand-818/

JAPANESE WHISKY ISSUED WITH NEW LABELLING RULES

Under the new regulations, products that carry the name ‘Japanese whisky’ or ‘Japanese whiskey’ must always be made with malted grains. The water used must be sourced from Japan

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2021/02/japan-whisky-issued-with-new-labelling-rules/

Guide to Barbera Wine

Discover this unique little grape and never again feel like you have to revert to ‘Chianti’ when looking for a great valued Italian wine.

https://winefolly.com/deep-dive/guide-to-barbera-wine/?utm_campaign=barbera-accessible-drinkable-wine&utm_medium=newsletter&utm_source=email&_ke=eyJrbF9jb21wYW55X2lkIjogIlFkTlk0eSIsICJrbF9lbWFpbCI6ICJmcmFua2xpbmxpcXVvcnNAdmVyaXpvbi5uZXQifQ%3D%3D

How to Create Perfectly Clear Ice for Superior Cocktails

The large, clear cubes that are commonplace at craft cocktail bars and on Instagram represent the pinnacle of frozen water.

https://vinepair.com/articles/how-to-make-clear-ice/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=cdf6afacc4-FEB_18_2021&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-cdf6afacc4-38937345&mc_cid=cdf6afacc4&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

8 of the Best Margarita Recipes for Winter

If you’ve been limiting your Margarita consumption to the summer months, you’ve been doing it wrong.

https://vinepair.com/articles/8-best-winter-margaritas/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=cdf6afacc4-FEB_18_2021&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-cdf6afacc4-38937345&mc_cid=cdf6afacc4&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Wine Market Council Releases Results of Study on the Role of Wine in a Wellness Lifestyle

The primary goal of the research was to better understand how wine is perceived as compared to other beverage alcohol categories

https://wineindustryadvisor.com/2021/02/17/wine-market-council-study-role-wine-wellness-lifestyle

Rías Baixas: Home to Real Albariño

Scientists are now convinced that Albariño originated in Rías Baixas.

https://www.winemag.com/2021/02/16/rias-baixas-home-to-real-albarino/

Global Market Report

The start of 2021 has seen strong activity levels on California’s bulk wine market, driven by the perception of tighter supply – due to the lighter 2020 crop – and the continuation of robust grocery store sales

https://www.ciatti.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Global-Market-Report-February-2021-Revised-1.pdf

ORGANIC WINE REMAINS #1 SUSTAINABLE WINE TYPE, BUT DESIRE TO BUY IS WANING

Has Covid changed our relationship with sustainable and organic wine?

https://www.wineintelligence.com/organic-wine-remains-1-sustainable-wine-type-but-desire-to-buy-is-waning/

ARE WE MISDESCRIBING ASTRINGENCY BY REFERRING TO TANNINS?

Most reviews of red wine include a brief description of mouthfeel, usually by referencing the impact and quality of tannins.

https://foodandwineaesthetics.com/2021/02/18/are-we-misdescribing-astringency-by-referring-to-tannins/

How Orson Welles Became the Most Infamous Pitchman in Booze History

But the biggest news for Welles in 2020 was surely the 40th anniversary of the drunken outtakes from a Paul Masson champagne commercial.

https://www.insidehook.com/article/food-and-drink/most-infamous-pitchman-orson-welles

Do Americans Pair Their Wine with Food or TV? The Answer Might Surprise You

The results of a new study conducted by OnePoll on behalf of the Idaho Wine Commission.

https://www.king5.com/video/entertainment/buzz60/do-americans-pair-their-wine-with-food-or-tv-the-answer-might-surprise-you/600-361678b5-f543-44d2-b6c7-771552a00271

2020 Sales

Final retail sales data for 2020 was released recently by the U.S. Commerce Department, and while beer, wine and liquor stores soared 18% to $70.3 billion last year, food service and drinking places—including restaurants and bars—fell 19.5% to $616.7 billion. Alcoholic beverage volumes rose 11.5% in Nielsen channels for the 52 weeks ending December 26, which led to a corresponding 17.6% increase in retail dollars. But even though off-premise gains in 2020 were enough to compensate for volume losses on-premise, Impact Databank estimates that total industry dollars fell last year, for the first time since federal excise taxes were raised significantly in 1991, which resulted in a drop in overall demand.

Why Wine Has Fallen Behind in the No- and Low-ABV Category

Wine is arguably the hardest alcoholic drink type to shoehorn into a no/low format,

https://vinepair.com/articles/no-low-abv-wine/

Tasting Through the 9 Communes of Chianti Classico

With some it was the variety of grapes used, the altitudes of the vineyards or the soils in which the grapes are grown

http://www.vinotravelsitaly.com/2019/06/9-communes-of-chianti-classico.html?m=1

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

Franklin Wine Club Wines

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Liquor Industry News 02-22-21

February 22, 2021

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Liquor Industry News

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

By: Mark C Lenzi

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

02-22-2021

Liquor Industry Week In Review

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

Do Some Types of Alcohol Affect Libido More Than Others?

7 Sommelier Secrets for Buying Affordable Wines That Taste Top-Notch

Coalition warns USPS alcohol delivery ‘not safe’

A Guide to the Most Popular Greek Wine Varieties

Here is a guide to the most popular Greek wine varieties you should make sure to try

How to Understand (Almost) Everything on a Wine Label

There are some basic formulas that can help you understand the rather confusing and sometimes smug words on wine labels.

https://www.winemag.com/2020/01/21/how-to-read-a-wine-label/

GUIDE TO TANNINS IN WINE

Best foods to match with tannic wines and try to answer whether tannins are good or evil

https://www.wineswithattitude.co.uk/blog/tannins-in-wine.html

10 Things You Should Know About Angry Orchard Hard Cider

If an apple a day keeps the doctor away, an Angry Orchard a day certainly can’t hurt.

https://vinepair.com/articles/angry-orchard-hard-cider-guide/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=15cff45d76-FEB_8_2021&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-15cff45d76-38937345&mc_cid=15cff45d76&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Ménage à Trois Unveils New Sweet Collection Aimed At Diversifying The Brand

Trinchero Family Estates is launching a new Sweet Collection of wines under the Ménage à Trois brand in a bid to bring new consumers into the prominent California wine label, which has annual U.S. volume of 3 million cases. The Sweet Collection will initially include a Dolce Sweet Red Blend and Moscato Sweet White Blend, rolling out nationally this month at $14 a 750-ml.

Billed as “indulgent, semi-sparkling sweet wines,” the new entries are both at 9.5% abv and are targeting a younger and more diverse demographic than the core Ménage à Trois brand, Trinchero tells SND, noting that the wines feature a sweetness scale on the back label and are recommended to be served slightly chilled. Ménage à Trois’ new Sweet Collection will compete against such well-known labels as Stella Rosa and Roscato in the marketplace.

How Saint Valentine (Sort of) Saved French Wine

Many people associate wine with romance. But the residents of Roquemaure, a small town just north of Avignon in France, link Rhône wine and a kissing free-for-all with a devastating blight and a pilgrimage to a saint.

https://www.winemag.com/2021/02/08/saint-valentine-saved-french-wine/

6 Tips for Pairing Wine and Salad
Wine is so versatile, you can find a bottle to pair with just about anything

http://socialvignerons.com/2016/01/15/6-tips-for-pairing-wine-and-salad/

Wine Could Help You Fight Covid

t’s possible that the tannins in red wine, and tea, could inhibit Covid-19. A prominent cancer researcher in Taiwan is investigating the theory right now.

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2021/02/wine-could-help-you-fight-covid

Beyond the Dirty Martini: Why Pickled Cocktails Deserve Your Attention

There are two ways to pickle your cocktails, according to mixologists

https://vinepair.com/articles/pickled-cocktails-trend/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=7c55344d05-FEB_9_2021&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-7c55344d05-38937345&mc_cid=7c55344d05&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Coalition warns USPS alcohol delivery ‘not safe’

Allowing the USPS to ship beverage alcohol would compromise the work of policy makers across America who work hard to control underage access to alcohol and keep moderate levels of consumption part of safe and healthy communities.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2021/02/coalition-warns-usps-alcohol-delivery-not-safe/

Cheetos and Sancerre: The pandemic art of junk food and wine pairings

Vanessa Price’s book “Big Macs & Burgundy” proves that wine pairings don’t have to be stuffy

https://www.today.com/food/cheetos-sancerre-pandemic-art-junk-food-wine-pairings-t207994

Evidence mounts that eco-friendly wine tastes better

Organic wines are judged to be higher quality by experts — but that the difference is not just a matter of whether the wines came from organic or conventionally grown grapes.

https://newsroom.ucla.edu/releases/organic-french-wine-tastes-better-delmas-research

From Field to Farm: Five Questions With NFL Star-Turned-Vintner, Drew Bledsoe

Here, we check in with Bledsoe to learn more about his latest endeavors.

WINES ARE IN STOCK!

https://www.winemag.com/2021/02/07/drew-bledsoe-wine-football-interview/?utm_source=Afternoon+Brief&utm_campaign=708ffe304c-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2021_02_09_10_37&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_778166e558-708ffe304c-64683881

Bye Belgium: Anheuser-Busch Will Brew Stella Artois in the U.S.

Anheuser-Busch (A-B) announced it will move the production of Stella Artois from Europe to its U.S. breweries,

https://vinepair.com/booze-news/stella-artois-production-relocated/

The truth about boxed wine

For decades, poor quality wine, labeled simply as “white” or “red,” was relegated to these boxes and sold in supermarkets at bargain basement prices.

https://www.foxnews.com/food-drink/the-truth-about-boxed-wine

About Oregon’s Applegate Valley AVA

Applegate Valley is a sub-region AVA located in Oregon’s Southern Oregon AVA

http://briscoebites.com/about-applegate-valley/

The Pope’s vino: Vatican will produce estate-grown wine

This is the first time that the Vatican will grow grapes on one of its estates for the production of its own wine,

https://dobianchi.com/2021/02/08/cotarella-castel-gandolfo/

Wine report: Retailers uncork big profits with private label wine

Lately, the category has reached a new level of acceptance.

https://storebrands.com/wine-report-retailers-uncork-big-profits-private-label-wine

DRINK WINE, HAVE SEX, ADVISES LEADING FRENCH DOCTOR

People “need balance”, and, having recommended drinking wine and having sex

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2021/02/drink-wine-have-sex-advises-leading-french-doctor/

California Crushed 3.4 Million Tons of Wine Grapes in 2020

Down nearly 13 percent when compared to 2019,

https://www.winebusiness.com/news/?go=getArticle&dataId=241471

How Red Wine is Made Step by Step

Surprisingly, not much has changed since we started making wine 8,000 years ago.

https://winefolly.com/deep-dive/how-is-red-wine-made/?utm_campaign=how-wine-is-made&utm_medium=newsletter&utm_source=email&_ke=eyJrbF9jb21wYW55X2lkIjogIlFkTlk0eSIsICJrbF9lbWFpbCI6ICJmcmFua2xpbmxpcXVvcnNAdmVyaXpvbi5uZXQifQ%3D%3D

Will Uber’s Drizly Acquisition Destroy the Three-Tier System?

So what does it mean if Uber takes on the existing system for alcohol distribution in the United States?

https://vinepair.com/articles/ubers-drizly-acquisition/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=2917d8b381-FEB_11_2021&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-2917d8b381-38937345&mc_cid=2917d8b381&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

How an Ancient Croatian Grape Became America’s Signature Wine

Crljenak Kaštelanski (surl-YEN-ack cas-tuh-LON-skee) was once a rare, obsolescent grape variety.

https://www.winemag.com/2021/02/11/crjlenak-original-zinfandel/

Researchers to reduce wine’s alcohol content

The team, made up of undergraduate and graduate students, wants to identify ways yeast can reduce alcohol content in wine,

https://dailyevergreen.com/99766/top-feature/researchers-to-reduce-wines-alcohol-content/

CANNABIS-INFUSED SELTZER RANGE LAUNCHES IN US

Each 12-ounce can of contains 5mg of THC – the psychoactive component of cannabis.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2021/02/cannabis-infused-seltzer-range-launches-in-us/

Easter Island Now Home To One of the World’s Most Remote Vineyards

Easter Island will soon offer more than ancient, stone-faced statues.

https://vinepair.com/booze-news/easter-island-vineyard-announced/

7 Sommelier Secrets for Buying Affordable Wines That Taste Top-Notch

Here’s what you need to know about buying wine on a budget.

https://www.realsimple.com/food-recipes/shopping-storing/beverages/how-to-shop-for-affordable-wine

Stanley Tucci Explores the Wines and Cuisines of Italy in New CNN Docu-Series

Searching for Italy, a six-episode documentary series debuting this weekend on CNN

https://www.winespectator.com/articles/stanley-tucci-explores-the-wines-and-cuisines-of-italy-in-new-cnn-docu-series

Do Some Types of Alcohol Affect Libido More Than Others?

While booze can loosen inhibitions, it also leads to a host of problems during your intimate moments.

https://www.sfgate.com/health/article/Do-Some-Types-of-Alcohol-Affect-Libido-More-Than-15945365.php

You Should Be Drinking Grower Champagne

There is, in fact, a different kind of Champagne, delicious sparkling wine from that same hallowed ground, made of humbler stuff yet no less compelling, and every bit as celebratory.

https://www.eater.com/wine/22263123/best-champagne-is-grower-champagne-bottle-to-buy-bubbly

How Does Red Wine Affect Weight Loss?

If you’re trying to lose weight, you may be wondering if red wine could help you or if it would just be a hindrance.

https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/red-wine-and-weight-loss

Mass. wine retailers face challenging times

Independent wine retailers from across the commonwealth continue to face challenges from both out-of-state competition and COVID-19.

However, for many wine lovers, there’s no substitution for dealing face to face with a knowledgeable wine store clerk who over time gets to know your likes and dislikes. Having an understanding of a customers preference for wine and then notifying him or her about new arrivals is what personal service is all about.

https://www.telegram.com/story/lifestyle/2021/02/14/off-vine-mass-wine-retailers-face-challenging-times/6709070002/

All the Ways Champagne Is Good for You

Bubbly has a quite a few scientifically proven health benefits.

https://www.townandcountrymag.com/leisure/drinks/a9053/champagne-health-benefits/

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.

Franklin Liquors New Daily Newspaper

The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW)

Weekly Newsletter

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

And

Saturday at 01:00PM

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Liquor Industry News 02-15-21

February 15, 2021

https://www.goodhousekeeping.com/food-products/g35365834/best-keto-diet-wines/

Liquor Industry News

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

By: Mark C Lenzi

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

02-15-2021

Liquor Industry Week In Review

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

How to Make 11 Classic Cocktails Using Hard Seltzer

Big Wine 2021

How To Make Your Own Weed Infused Wine

12 Keto Diet-Friendly Wines That Are Perfect for Special Occasions

What many Keto newcomers don’t realize is that wine can actually fit in the diet plan — if you know which bottles to pull.

5 Favorite Sparkling Wine–Pairing Recipes

Five dishes—canapés, starters and small plates—paired with various bubbly styles

https://www.winespectator.com/articles/5-favorite-sparkling-wine-pairing-recipes-012921

Readers share their take on Guinness taste

A lot of folks merely chimed in to say they agree that Guinness doesn’t taste the same as it used to

https://www.masslive.com/entertainment/2021/01/beer-nut-readers-share-their-take-on-guinness-taste.html

Italian Specialty Wines Hit The Spot

Italians love their wines so much that they eat it.

http://www.theorangetimes.com/italian-specialty-wines-hit-the-spot/

Be very careful of the hype around top rated Vintage Port

Almost without exception, after great flack, they are initially way overpriced.

https://www.capegazette.com/article/be-very-careful-hype-around-top-rated-vintage-port/214662

A Beginner’s Guide to Italian Wine

Here’s your ultimate primer on Italian wine.

https://www.winemag.com/2019/06/18/a-beginners-guide-to-italian-wine/

What is a Cru?

Cru translates to “growth.” More precisely, it references a great or superior growing site or vineyard

https://www.winemag.com/2019/07/16/what-is-a-cru/

“Curated” wine clubs, and why they don’t seem to be the answer

They really don’t work, and certainly not any better than asking the woman at your local wine shop what’s on sale that you might like.

https://www.winecurmudgeon.com/curated-wine-clubs-and-why-they-dont-seem-to-be-the-answer/

ABC News’ Dan Abrams Sets Plans for Luxury Long Island Winery

The media personality purchased popular Long Island vineyard Laurel Lake

https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/rambling-reporter/abc-news-dan-abrams-sets-plans-for-luxury-long-island-winery

How to Make Sustainable Choices When Buying Wine

The reality is that wine production can have a big impact on its surrounding ecosystem and the people who live nearby

https://vinepair.com/articles/how-to-make-sustainable-choices-when-buying-wine/

The 9 Best Moscatos to Sip in 2021

Some of the highest-rated Moscatos on the market have long been considered among the best wines in the world

https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/best-moscatos/

5 Basic Wine Terms That Will Make You Sound Like a Connoisseur

To help you on your way to getting it, here are five wine terms every aspiring wine connoisseur needs to know.

https://www.lifehacker.com.au/2021/02/5-basic-wine-terms-that-will-make-you-sound-like-a-connoisseur/

Can Beer Be Too Cold?

When a beverage is served too cold, the frigid temperature shuts down the aromas and flavors of the drink, making it difficult to discern anything other than the fact that it’s cold,

https://vinepair.com/articles/can-beer-be-too-cold/

CALIFORNIA WINE INSTITUTE LAUNCHES GOLDEN STATE OF MIND CAMPAIGN

Called Golden State of Mind, the campaign will showcase California’s efforts in sustainable vine growing, innovation and winemaking advancements.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2021/02/california-wine-institute-launches-golden-state-of-mind-campaign/

How Much is Your Wine Worth—And Should You Sell It?

Whether rare or simply important to you, every bottle has value. It’s hard to know when it’s the right time to uncork or sell, but we can help you figure out how much it’s worth.

https://www.winemag.com/2021/02/01/sell-your-wine-worth/

New Angry Orchard

Angry Orchard, part of the Boston Beer portfolio, has debuted new Peach Mango and Strawberry flavors. Rolling out nationwide in colorfully designed 12-ounce cans, both new entries are at 5% abv. In addition to the new launches, Angry Orchard will also unveil new packaging graphics to the brand’s national cider portfolio beginning this month. Angry Orchard’s flagship Crisp Apple label was up 8.5% in IRI channels last year, and Boston Beer says it expects growth across the brand in 2021.

How to Buy Wine at the Supermarket, According to Sommeliers

As Americans make fewer trips to the grocery store and eat more meals at home, it’s hard to beat a chance to stock up on olive oil, tortilla chips and $13 Albariño all in one place.

https://www.winemag.com/2020/11/17/best-grocery-store-wine/

First Barolo & Barbaresco Academy’s Digital Edition Kicks Off

The Barolo & Barbaresco Academy (Level One) – Online Course is led by highly qualified teachers from Piedmont and is available in Italian and English.

https://wineindustryadvisor.com/2020/12/17/first-barolo-barbaresco-academys-digital-edition-kicks-off

The Real Cost Of Mommy Wine Culture

If you pop on to social media you do not need to look far to be bombarded by mommy wine culture:

https://herrenwellness.com/the-real-cost-of-mommy-wine-culture/

The Best Cabernet Pairings for Different Types of Steak

Around the world, where Cabernet Sauvignon is grown, there’s also a signature treatment for a hunk of meat. Start your global exploration here.

https://www.winemag.com/gallery/best-cabernet-pairings-for-steak/

How To Make Your Own Weed Infused Wine

The world of cannabis drinks is one unto itself. If you like drinkables, then this post is for you. Here’s how to make your own weed infused wine.

https://potinillinois.com/how-to-make-your-own-weed-infused-wine/

‘Groundbreaking’ research proves existence of terroir

The Catena Institute of Wine in Argentina has said that its own “groundbreaking” research “irrefutably” proves the existence of terroir and its persistence across vintages.

https://harpers.co.uk/news/fullstory.php/aid/28350/Groundbreaking_research_proves_existence_of_terroir.html

Aldi launches supermarket wine school

The aim of the Aldi Wine School is to allow budding wine connoisseurs to brush up on their knowledge with free access to the online educational hub, which includes two wine modules, along with a range of curated tips and tricks.

https://harpers.co.uk/news/fullstory.php/aid/28346/Aldi_launches_supermarket_wine_school_.html

Top 10 award-winning Tequilas and mezcals

Multiple categories were judged in the competition, including ultra‐premium añejos, super-premium reposados and joven mezcals.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2021/02/top-10-award-winning-tequila-and-mezcal-brands/

7 Primary Styles of Spanish Red Wine

Spanish red wine offers exceptional value and a bold entry into the red wines of Europe.

https://winefolly.com/tips/types-of-spanish-red-wine/?utm_campaign=wines-of-spain&utm_medium=newsletter&utm_source=email&_ke=eyJrbF9jb21wYW55X2lkIjogIlFkTlk0eSIsICJrbF9lbWFpbCI6ICJmcmFua2xpbmxpcXVvcnNAdmVyaXpvbi5uZXQifQ%3D%3D

How much wine from a vine?

How many bottles of wine can be made from a single grapevine? Interesting question. This being wine, no simple answer.

https://www.gosanangelo.com/story/life/columnists/gus-clemens/2021/02/03/how-much-wine-vine/4268942001/

The biodynamic wine culture

Want to know a little more about biodynamics? You’ve come to the right place.

https://www.aveine.paris/blog/en/the-biodynamic-wine-culture/

Champagne Company Sues Total Wine Alleging It Was Mistreated Over Drake Partnership

Alleging that the retailer tanked their brand over animus toward the artist.

https://www.complex.com/music/champagne-company-sues-total-wine-mistreated-over-drake-partnership

Quini Appoints Danny Brager, Victor Giacomin and Dale Stratton To Advisory Board

News from our friends at Quini

https://www.winebusiness.com/news/?go=getArticle&dataId=241171

Sparkling Wine Mountains and Rivers: The River Marne

The Champagne region and a famous river that runs through it, the River Marne.

https://glassofbubbly.com/sparkling-wine-mountains-and-rivers-the-river-marne/

Apple, Banana or Orange – Which Goes Best in a Champagne Cocktail?

Champagne with fruit still has some uncharted territory,

https://glassofbubbly.com/apple-banana-or-orange-which-goes-best-in-a-champagne-cocktail/

Wine pairing for truffle and porcini mushrooms

How to pair the scent and intense aromas of truffle with high quality Italian wine.

https://alessandroberselli.com/pairing-wine-truffle/

CBD Is More Like Wine Than You Think

In other words, hemp’s terroir matters.

https://www.greenentrepreneur.com/article/357072

Big Wine 2021

Big Wine remains dominant, even though there are some 11,000 wineries in the U.S.

https://www.winecurmudgeon.com/big-wine-2021/

Glass of wine good for the heart? No, says new European study

Despite the longstanding maxim that a glass of wine per day is good for the heart, a new European study shows that even small amounts of alcohol can cause heart trouble.

https://nationalpost.com/health/glass-of-wine-good-for-the-heart-no-says-new-european-study

How to Make 11 Classic Cocktails Using Hard Seltzer

You won’t find hard seltzer cocktail recipes on any of their websites

https://vinepair.com/articles/11-hard-selzer-cocktail-recipes/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=7c3de8407f-FEB_5_2021&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-7c3de8407f-38937345&mc_cid=7c3de8407f&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Everything You Need to Know About Beer Cheese, Including How to Make It

The Kentucky staple is served at Louisville craft breweries

https://vinepair.com/articles/beer-cheese-best-recipe/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=7c3de8407f-FEB_5_2021&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-7c3de8407f-38937345&mc_cid=7c3de8407f&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Sting Scores Again as Top Celebrity Wine

– One thing is for sure: Sting knows how to send a message in a bottle. In wine

https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/sting-scores-again-as-top-celebrity-wine-301222581.html

Food-friendly wines from around Italy

Italy has a vast range of cultures, geologies, grape varieties and culinary specialties.

https://www.decanter.com/decanter-best/my-top-20-food-friendly-wines-from-around-italy-452784/

The Deception and Duplicity Necessary to Defend the Three-Tier System

Fundamentally flawed that today it serves mainly to retard the growth of the alcohol industry

https://fermentationwineblog.com/2021/02/the-deception-and-duplicity-necessary-to-defend-the-three-tier-system/

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Liquor Industry News 02-08-21

February 8, 2021

https://www.decanter.com/decanter-best/tasting-best-prosecco-rose-14-to-try-452013/

Liquor Industry News

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

By: Mark C Lenzi

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

02-08-2021

Liquor Industry Week In Review

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

New Hampshire likely to begin shipping liquor direct-to-consumer

The Difference Between Prosecco Rosé and Sparkling Rosé

Hendrick’s Gin Announces New Lunar Gin

Tasting Prosecco rosé

DOC rules state that Prosecco rosé may include between 10% and 15% Pinot Noir alongside Prosecco’s signature Glera grape.

THE BEGINNER’S GUIDE TO PAIRING WINE WITH CHOCOLATE

Wine and cheese pairings are common, but chocolate and wine, not so much!

https://caldochocolate.com/pairing-wine-with-chocolate/?utm_campaign=shareaholic&utm_medium=email_this&utm_source=email

FILM TO HIGHLIGHT FEMALE ENTREPRENEURSHIP IN CHAMPAGNE

Called Sparkling: The Story of Champagne, the film has been created by London-based production company Swipe Films, and is described as a feature length documentary

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2021/01/film-to-highlight-female-entrepreneurship-in-champagne/

Ancient Grape Revived in Tuscany
Colombana is the grape variety in question. Currently it is made varietally by only one winery in the world

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2021/01/ancient-grape-revived-in-tuscany

Secrets of the Castle: Banfi and the family pioneers of Montalcino

The Banfi philosophy has remained focused and consistent ever since

https://www.decanter.com/sponsored/secrets-of-the-castle-banfi-and-the-family-pioneers-of-montalcino-450010/

Finding fiano: the new buzz grape variety that’s delivering for a changing climate

A native of Campania, a region near Naples in southern Italy (where it is formally known as Fiano d’Avellino)

https://the-riotact.com/finding-fiano-the-new-buzz-grape-variety-thats-delivering-for-a-changing-climate/431718

Wine Retail Rant (Why Grocery Store Wines Are Rigged)

It Matters Where You Buy Wine

If you’re looking to improve the quality of wine you drink, stop buying wine from *most* grocery stores.

Start buying wine at wine retail focused shops online and offline. You’ll automatically eliminate a lot of the large, bulk distributed wines which are nothing more than sweet berry wine juice.

https://winefolly.com/episode/wine-retail-rant-why-grocery-store-wines-are-rigged/

Book Review | Beer and Racism

Beer and Racism is the first academic book to tackle the subject of racism in beer,

https://www.porchdrinking.com/articles/2021/01/25/book-review-beer-and-racism/

The Tale of the Rabelo and the Rapids

The history of Port abounds with tales of adversity.

https://www.taylor.pt/us/blog/tales-of-taylors/the-tale-of-the-rabelo-and-the-rapids

How Sulfites Became Public Enemy No.1 in Wine

That’s the only ingredient people see, and they automatically assume it’s giving them a headache

https://www.winemag.com/2021/01/26/sulfites-wine-headache/

The Sexiest Wine and Aphrodisiac Pairings for Valentine’s Day

Valentine’s Day guide with perspectives on both sides of the gender equation. Now you can relax and swirl, sip, and dare we say, seduce.

https://www.vivino.com/wine-news/valentines-wine-pairings

Remembering There’s a World of Wine Out There

In large measure, what happens within four smallish Northern California counties can impact nearly half of the overall U.S. wine market

https://www.northbaybiz.com/2021/01/22/remembering-theres-a-world-of-wine-out-there/

Don’t Buy Wine Just from One Online Wine Retailer: Consider Small Retailers and Producers Directly

Supporting all wine retailers online and brick and mortar can keep the pipeline of optimum selection available.

https://jamesthewineguy.wordpress.com/2021/01/25/dont-buy-wine-just-from-one-online-wine-retailer-consider-small-retailers-and-producers-directly/

Swallowing the Reality of Natural Wine

Despite all the heated debate, isn’t it time we accepted that natural wine is here to stay?

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2021/01/swallowing-the-reality-of-natural-wine

Ready to make some healthy wine habit changes or committing to a new health or diet program?

My Healthy Wine Makeover webinars. We give you the tools, knowledge, and resources to kick start new wine habits in a fun (YES…we play Wine Jeopardy) and informational format. Check it out

Use the coupon code WONDERFULMAKEOVER and they will get the webinar for $21

https://www.thenaturalwineschool.com/abac29b9-b9a8-4416-aaeb-235e14ce3b83?utm_source=podia&utm_medium=broadcast&utm_campaign=477165

What’s in the liquor you are drinking?

With the increase in ecommerce, opportunities for counterfeit products are widening.

https://www.beveragedaily.com/Article/2021/01/27/How-smart-labels-can-help-fight-counterfeit-liquor

INAO APPROVES SIX NEW GRAPES IN BORDEAUX

The French agricultural governing body has approved the use of four new red varieties

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2021/01/inao-approves-six-new-grapes-in-bordeaux/

Meet the ‘new’ Bordeaux wine grapes

Do you know your Marselan from your Castets?

https://www.decanter.com/learn/new-bordeaux-grapes-wines-420290/

IT’S OFFICIAL: CHAMPAGNE SHIPMENTS DOWN 18% IN 2020

The decrease is much less severe than anticipated halfway through 2020, when the region was expecting a decline in demand by as much as one third

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2021/01/its-official-champagne-shipments-down-18-in-2020/

How Facial Hair Took Center Stage in 20th-Century French Dining

Back in 1907 Paris, diners’ expectations looked a bit different, focusing heavily on servers’ facial hair — or, more specifically, the lack thereof.

https://vinepair.com/articles/french-mustache-strike/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=fb0cf02240-JAN_27_2021&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-fb0cf02240-38937345&mc_cid=fb0cf02240&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Hendrick’s Gin Announces New Lunar Gin

Whether you plan on howling at the moon or mixing up a potion, Hendrick’s Gin has the perfect spirit for 2021’s first full moon: “Hendrick’s Lunar.”

IN STOCK

https://vinepair.com/booze-news/hendricks-announces-new-lunar-gin/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=fb0cf02240-JAN_27_2021&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-fb0cf02240-38937345&mc_cid=fb0cf02240&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

One habit anyone can change to increase chances for finding healthier wine locally.

Start buying your wine from local retail wine shops and health-focused restaurants.
Stop buying wine from *most* large grocery store chains or food-clubs that sell primarily high-processed and less healthy foods.

My two main reasons are…

Variety:

Retail wine shops offer a wider variety of wines outside of the high-volume options from large wine producers and marketing companies. It’s estimated that 85%-90% of the hundreds of brands you see in large grocery stores are from only 10 large companies. Small or organic or natural producers are limited and it takes a detective to find them!

Restaurants offering organic, vegan, keto, paleo, and other health-driven dishes likely have wines that match their customers’ dietary needs. Many large restaurant chains carry common high-volume brands you find in large grocery stores.

Knowledgeable Staff:

Retail wine shops demand more information from their distributors on the wines they carry and pride themselves on unique selections. Also, someone on staff tends to be a wine aficionado who can answer very specific questions or get you answers.

Restaurants offering organic and fresh local foods invest in training their staff to understand the health impacts of wine and go beyond food pairings.

Want to test this concept? Maybe ask your grocer wine staff about vegan wines or the difference between organic and natural wine. Then, try the same question at a smaller local wine shop. If you are frustrated by someone’s response, maybe the Wine & Wellness Survival Guide can be useful to them too!
kathy@thenaturalwineschool.com

“Crisis in the dark”: Italian government collapse exacerbates wine industry challenges.

For Italian winemakers, many of whom are relying on domestic sales to keep their businesses afloat as exports have dropped precipitously, the political infighting couldn’t come at a worse moment

https://dobianchi.com/2021/01/26/crisis-in-the-dark-italian-government-collapse-exacerbates-wine-industry-challenges/

MORE ON THE FRUIT BASKET PROBLEM IN WINE DESCRIPTIONS

The conclusion of the study is that genetic variation enhances olfactory ability

https://foodandwineaesthetics.com/2021/01/27/more-on-the-fruit-basket-problem-in-wine-descriptions/

Five Things You Need to Know About Chianti Classico

Here’s how to make sure you’re getting the real deal.

https://www.winemag.com/2018/11/27/five-things-you-need-to-know-about-chianti-classico/

Pinot Noir – Black Grape and yet White Sparkling Wine?

Grapes can be broken into three categories:

https://glassofbubbly.com/pinot-noir-black-grape-and-yet-white-sparkling-wine/

Prosecco – Running for the Hills

Prosecco is split into two classifications which acknowledges the differing terroir quality – The DOC and the DOCG.

https://glassofbubbly.com/prosecco-running-for-the-hills/

How Vodka, America’s Favorite Spirit, Lost Its Luster

Its position in popular and cocktail culture has drifted, and its cachet has all but disappeared.

https://vinepair.com/articles/how-vodka-lost-its-luster/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=2fc58a93c8-JAN_28_2021&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-2fc58a93c8-38937345&mc_cid=2fc58a93c8&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

7 Secrets of Virtual Wine Tasting Kits You’ll Love

The phrase “virtual wine tasting kits” is something of a misnomer. How can you “virtually” taste anything?

https://awinestory.com/virtual-wine-tasting-kit/

Bobby Flay’s Ragù of Beef and Red Wine with Fresh Fettuccine

Fresh fettuccine with a ragù of beef is a play off the classic Tuscan wild boar ragù. Ground beef or pork, or a combination of both, works well for the American home kitchen.

https://www.today.com/recipes/bobby-flay-s-ragu-beef-red-wine-fresh-fettuccine-recipe-t206984

Cabernet on the Decline in the US?

Is the unthinkable happening? Are Americans falling out of love with Napa’s most important grape?

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2021/01/cabernet-on-the-decline-in-the-us

Can We Also All Just Calm the F%&k Down About Influencers?

Wine Influencers attempt to find the right light.

https://www.devinparr.com/blog/can-we-also-all-just-calm-the-f-down-about-influencers

TANNINS IN WINE COULD HELP TO INHIBIT COVID-19

Tannins in wine can effectively inhibit the activity of two key enzymes of the virus.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2021/01/taiwanese-research-suggests-tannins-can-help-inhibit-covid-19/

WHAT THE NEW WAVE OF WINE TARIFFS MEANS FOR YOU

This could make wines and other beverages impacted by the tariffs more difficult to find, as the ability or willingness to bring those wines to market internationally wanes

https://napavalleywineacademy.com/what-the-new-wave-of-wine-tariffs-means-for-you/

Which beverages burst with umami potential?

The average umami flavor content in a range of wines, champagnes, beers and sakes

https://phys.org/news/2021-01-beverages-umami-potential.html

Bubbles from Snowy Peaks

Sparkling’s from South Tyrol show constant high quality – but remain the hidden gems in the Italian sparkling game.

https://www.wine-business-international.com/wine/general/bubbles-snowy-peaks

History of the Champagne vineyards revealed

History by analyzing the archaeological grape seeds from excavations carried out in Troyes and Reims.

https://phys.org/news/2021-01-history-champagne-vineyards-revealed.html

How to Customize Cocktails With Bitters

Not to be confused with potable bitters like Campari or Fernet Branca, cocktail bitters are concentrated, high-proof infusions that are made with aromatic ingredients and hold the power to significantly alter the profile of drinks with just a few drops.

https://vinepair.com/articles/customize-cocktails-with-bitters/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=1af23927f3-JAN_29_2021&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-1af23927f3-38937345&mc_cid=1af23927f3&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Your Ultimate Guide to Choosing a Healthy Vegan Wine
In a world where wine is considered a “healthy” drink, how do you ensure you are selecting the best, healthiest wine when at the liquor store?
https://thebeet.com/your-ultimate-guide-to-choosing-a-healthy-vegan-wine/

The Difference Between Prosecco Rosé and Sparkling Rosé

Like Champagne, there are now regulations in place that determine what can legally be called Prosecco Rosé.

https://www.foodandwine.com/wine/rose-wine/the-difference-between-prosecco-rose-and-sparkling-rose

New grapes developed in Arkansas lead to “Dazzle” and “Indulgence” wines

The University of Arkansas System Division of Agriculture has developed two new wine grapes adapted to Arkansas growing conditions.

https://katv.com/news/local/new-grapes-developed-in-arkansas-lead-to-dazzle-and-indulgencewines

New Hampshire likely to begin shipping liquor direct-to-consumer

The bill would allow the New Hampshire Liquor Commission to register trade names with the Secretary of State, and in two phases, begin shipping liquor directly to consumers within New Hampshire; and then eventually to other states as well.

https://www.thecentersquare.com/new_hampshire/new-hampshire-likely-to-begin-shipping-liquor-direct-to-consumer/article_2a24d6c2-6269-11eb-825f-37caa52bb2ee.html

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Franklin Wine Club Wines

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Liquor Industry News 02-01-21

February 1, 2021

https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/is-wine-gluten-free

Liquor Industry News

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

By: Mark C Lenzi

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

02-01-2021

Liquor Industry Week In Review

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

How long does wine last unopened?

Can You Drink Beer While Breastfeeding?

The 3 Healthiest Types of Wine, According to Registered Dietitians

Is Wine Gluten-Free?

This article explains how wine is made and factors that may affect its gluten-free status.

The seven subzones of the Chianti DOCG

Here is some of what I learned about the subzones of Chianti

https://bubblyprofessor.com/2021/01/17/make-it-meaningful-to-make-it-memorable-ft-the-chianti-seven/

Can wine ever be good for you?

The idea that wine is not a vice but a kind of hedonistic medicine has been hardwired in the culture since the emergence of the French paradox in the 1980s, which was widely presented in the press as a doctor’s free pass for gourmandising.

https://www.theguardian.com/food/2021/jan/17/can-wine-ever-be-good-for-you-risks-pleasures

How soon is wine consumed after purchase?

We have repeatedly been told over the past few decades something like this: “95% of wine is drunk within 24 hours of purchase

https://winegourd.blogspot.com/2021/01/how-soon-is-wine-consumed-after-purchase.html

How Herbicides are developed for Vineyards

In the United States, both conventional and sustainable practices allow for the use of herbicides for controlling weeds.

http://www.academicwino.com/2019/10/herbicide-developed-for-vineyards.html/?utm_source=ReviveOldPost&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=ReviveOldPost

HOW TO TALK ABOUT THE BODY OF A WINE

The body of a wine has four dimensions that can vary independently of each other.

https://foodandwineaesthetics.com/2021/01/18/how-to-talk-about-the-body-of-a-wine/

Are All Spirits Gluten-Free?

Yes, they are. All spirits, even those distilled from grains such as wheat, rye, and barley are gluten-free.

https://vinepair.com/articles/are-all-spirits-gluten-free/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=c66ffd0dc7-JAN_19_2021&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-c66ffd0dc7-38937345&mc_cid=c66ffd0dc7&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

10 Things You Should Know About Yellow Tail

Founded in 2001, Yellow Tail’s mission is to make easy-drinking, approachable wines that can be enjoyed by all. It has succeeded in some respects

https://vinepair.com/articles/yellow-tail-wine-guide/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=c66ffd0dc7-JAN_19_2021&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-c66ffd0dc7-38937345&mc_cid=c66ffd0dc7&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Wine Made from Flowers?

handcraft small batches of wine using flowers instead of grape

https://www.nbclosangeles.com/california-live/wine-made-from-flowers/2508486/

Wine Pairing in a Meat-free World

With more people opting for a meat-free diet, where does that leave the art of wine matching?

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2021/01/wine-pairing-in-a-meat-free-world

Could Coconut Water Be the Cocktail Ingredient You’re Sleeping On?

Coconut water is such an underrated ingredient in cocktails.

https://vinepair.com/articles/coconut-water-cocktails/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=2a3e8f952a-JAN_20_2021&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-2a3e8f952a-38937345&mc_cid=2a3e8f952a&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Sweden is turning into a wine hotspot because of climate change

There are some 90 commercial vineyards in Denmark, 40 in Sweden, and a dozen in Norway, with more popping up each year.

https://www.businessinsider.com/sweden-wine-industry-climate-change-2021-1

Dry White Wine for Cooking

A poor-quality wine can ruin a great dish.

https://winefolly.com/wine-pairing/dry-white-wine-for-cooking/?utm_campaign=white-wine-adv-tasting-poster&utm_medium=newsletter&utm_source=email&_ke=eyJrbF9jb21wYW55X2lkIjogIlFkTlk0eSIsICJrbF9lbWFpbCI6ICJmcmFua2xpbmxpcXVvcnNAdmVyaXpvbi5uZXQifQ%3D%3D

The Logo Evolution of Heineken Over Time

Heineken has made sure to keep things fresh in the brewhouse and on the bottle, often changing its logo to keep up with the times.

https://vinepair.com/articles/logo-evolution-heineken/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=c6587f50c8-JAN_21_2021&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-c6587f50c8-38937345&mc_cid=c6587f50c8&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

The 3 Healthiest Types of Wine, According to Registered Dietitians

The best and worst options in the wine aisle.

https://www.realsimple.com/food-recipes/shopping-storing/beverages/healthiest-wines

Gallo, Constellation and the Impact of Corporatization in Wine

“They exist in their own world with their own distributors that sell to the grocery stores and the chain restaurants.”

https://www.winemag.com/2021/01/15/gallo-wine-corporatization/

A Beginner’s Guide to Wines from Italy’s Piedmont

This unique geographical spot lends two key features that influence the region’s climate: the cool Alps and the balmy Mediterranean.

https://www.winemag.com/2019/02/12/beginners-guide-wines-from-italys-piedmont/

Can You Drink Beer While Breastfeeding?

Once your baby is born, you’re probably excited to return to eating lots of things you’ve been avoiding during pregnancy

https://www.healthline.com/health/breastfeeding/beer-and-breastfeeding#best-option

An Archeologist’s Guide to Beer Cans

A troubling shortage of foolproof guides for dating beer cans.

https://daily.jstor.org/an-archeologists-guide-to-beer-cans/

How long does wine last unopened?

While some high-end wines improve after years in storage, most wines are intended to be enjoyed a lot sooner.

https://www.baltimoresun.com/consumer-reviews/sns-bestreviews-unopened-wine-expiration-20210122-edxmrtcq3rd37cpobexrwwkasa-story.html

American Airlines opens at-home wine delivery service

American Airlines is hoping to sell and ship some of its excess wine directly to peoples’ homes.

https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/news/american-airlines-opens-at-home-wine-delivery-service/ar-BB1cYv3f

How to Describe a Wine

There are five areas to consider when describing a wine

https://www.grapegripe.org/wine-guide

A wine perspective from the US

The United States is Italy’s largest wine export market and probably also the top consumer for most luxury wines.

https://www.foodinfo.it/beverage/a-wine-perspective-from-the-us/

7 Red Wine Substitutes For When You Don’t Have a Bottle on Hand

Here are 7 red wine substitutes that will yield a delicious result.

https://www.wideopeneats.com/red-wine-substitute/

What’s in a name: Decoding Italian Wine

The nomenclature of the wine world can be confusing. Many times the words on a wine list are hard to pronounce and totally foreign – leaving prospective drinkers grasping at any word on the page that jumps out as familiar.

https://forgetburgundy.com/2011/03/11/whats-in-a-name-decoding-italian-wine/

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.

Franklin Liquors New Daily Newspaper

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Liquor Industry News 01-25-21

January 25, 2021

https://www.forbes.com/sites/katedingwall/2021/01/08/what-america-was-drinking-on-new-years-eve-according-to-drizly/?sh=3bc94f794611

Liquor Industry News

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

By: Mark C Lenzi

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

01-25-2021

Liquor Industry Week In Review

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

Non-alcoholic wine is mostly terrible, but here’s why

The Differences Between Bitters, Tinctures, and Shrubs

New Corona Hard Seltzer Variety Packs Will Hit Shelves in 2021

What America Was Drinking On New Year’s Eve, According To Drizly

In one of the most unprecedented New Year’s Eve in memory, what was the nation sipping on?

You’ll Never Buy Wine The Same Way Again, Government Says

New regulations from the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB) have been announced, changing the required wine sizes and allowing for smaller bottles.

https://www.eatthis.com/news-more-wine-sizes/

DOC Maremma Toscana Will Be the First Among Tuscan PDOs to Use a Bivarietal Label Claim

We will be the first PDO wine in Tuscany to use the bivarietal label (wines that blend two grape varietals), very popular in markets like the USA, UK and Northern Europe.

https://wineindustryadvisor.com/2021/01/08/doc-maremma-toscana-first-varietal-label-claim

TOP 10 BEST WINE CUP FOR BATHTUBS 2020

YES..For Your Bathroom!

https://bestgamingpro.com/wine-cup-for-bathtubs/

Less Is More: Why Small-Format Wine Bottles Are Trending

When you think about it, it makes perfect sense.

https://vinepair.com/articles/small-format-bottles-rise/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=9f88da1bcb-JAN_11_2021&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-9f88da1bcb-38937345&mc_cid=9f88da1bcb&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

10 Things You Should Know About Cîroc Vodka

Between its music industry affiliations and pop culture relevance, you may think you know everything about Cîroc

https://vinepair.com/articles/ciroc-vodka-flavors-guide/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=9f88da1bcb-JAN_11_2021&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-9f88da1bcb-38937345&mc_cid=9f88da1bcb&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

The History Of California’s Zinfandel Wines

There’s probably no other grape variety as American as zinfandel

https://southfloridareporter.com/the-history-of-californias-zinfandel-wines/

Side Effects of Drinking Alcohol Before and After Getting the COVID Vaccine

Research has shown that binge drinking—defined by the CDC as 4+ drinks for women and 5+ drinks for men during one occasion—can negatively impact your immune system

https://www.eatthis.com/news-side-effects-drinking-alcohol-before-after-covid-vaccine/

The truth that you did not know about box wine

Boxed wine has several advantages and few disadvantages.

https://www.explica.co/the-truth-that-you-did-not-know-about-box-wine-cvbj/

All About Low-Alcohol Wine

With alcohol percentages ranging from as low as 5% alcohol by volume (ABV) to sometimes even 20% ABV, what makes a wine low-alcohol?

https://www.thespruceeats.com/all-about-low-alcohol-wine-4770022

Make a Wine Cork Trivet

Extra Cork Project

https://guides.brit.co/guides/make-a-wine-cork-trivet/particle-2

Why Is the Trump Administration Punishing U.S. Wine Companies with Final Move in European Trade War?

Who suffers while this trade war continues?

https://www.winespectator.com/articles/trump-administrations-final-move-in-european-trade-war-punishes-us-wine-businesses

The fine wine private label

Cameron Hughes may be reinventing how consumers buy wine

https://www.wine-business-international.com/wine/general/fine-wine-private-label

Samsung is making a robot that can pour wine and bring you a drink

The bot is meant to be “an extension of you in the kitchen, living room, and anywhere else you may need an extra hand in your home

https://www.theverge.com/2021/1/11/22224649/samsung-bot-handy-care-robots-ces-2021

The Cleanwashing of Wine

If imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, one might expect natural winemakers to feel flush with admiration

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

New Franklin Wine Club Wines

ONLINE ONLY

NEW RELEASE – Wattle Creek 2019 Red Blend, California $18 – Our favorite value red is back in a new vintage but sporting the same blend driven by Cabernet Sauvignon and Zinfandel that we know and love, aged in neutral oak barrels to preserve its fresh fruity character.

BUY HERE
https://my.boissetcollection.com/franklin_wine_club/wine/california-5

NEW RELEASE – Wattle Creek 2019 Grenache, Sonoma County $49 – We’re thrilled to have our only American Grenache back in stock! Made with influences of both the earthy French style of the Rhône and the jammy Australian style, it features dense red-fruit flavors and savory aromatics of white pepper and cured ham.

BUY HERE

https://my.boissetcollection.com/franklin_wine_club/wine/sonoma-county-4

NEW RELEASE – Buena Vista 2019 Roussanne, Bennett Valley $42 – Roussanne is one of the quirkiest of white wine grapes, in part because this green grape turns russet-gold as it ripens. Opulent in texture, this voluptuous white is fermented in stainless steel but then aged in oak, yielding a style that has Chardonnay-like texture and Viognier-like floral flavors.

BUY HERE

https://my.boissetcollection.com/franklin_wine_club/wine/bennett-valley-sonoma-county

No sulphites added wine: the great debate

There was a time, not so long ago, when making quality wines without adding sulphur dioxide (SO2) was widely considered close to impossible,

https://www.decanter.com/learn/no-sulphites-added-wine-the-great-debate-451195/

WHAT NEXT FOR CONSTELLATION AFTER GALLO DEAL?

Constellation has unloaded its wine brands in the sub $11 a bottle category, which were long the workhorse of its wine division.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2021/01/what-next-for-constellation-after-gallo-deal/

CORAVIN INTRODUCES NEW PIVOT SYSTEM

The Coravin system is best known as a way for drinkers to access and pour wine from a bottle without pulling the while simultaneously ensuring the way can continue to keep for years.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2021/01/coravin-introduces-new-pivot-system/

The Differences Between Bitters, Tinctures, and Shrubs

Bitters, tinctures, and shrubs are a bartender’s version of these coups de grâce. The right number of drops, drips, or dashes from these power-packed elixirs elevates a libation from mundane to magic,

https://vinepair.com/articles/guide-bitters-tinctures-shrubs-differences/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=1a3affceb6-JAN_12_2021&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-1a3affceb6-38937345&mc_cid=1a3affceb6&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

New Corona Hard Seltzer Variety Packs Will Hit Shelves in 2021

After a huge year for its hard seltzer line, Corona will release new flavors and an “exciting new hard seltzer initiative” in 2021.

https://vinepair.com/booze-news/new-corona-hard-seltzer-flavors-2021/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=1a3affceb6-JAN_12_2021&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-1a3affceb6-38937345&mc_cid=1a3affceb6&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

The Best Sandwich in Every State

We want a lot of things right now, but most days we’d settle for some peace, quiet, and absolutely a sandwich.

https://www.foodandwine.com/travel/restaurants/best-sandwich-america-every-state

The demographic history of the U.S. alcohol consumer

Know all that foolishness about booze drinking in the U.S.?

https://www.winecurmudgeon.com/the-demographic-history-of-the-u-s-alcohol-consumer/

FRENCH WINE RETURNS FROM SPACE

The wines and canes have spent between 10 and 14 months in space, during which they were exposed to microgravity and higher radiation than on Earth.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2021/01/french-wine-returns-from-space/

DISTILL VENTURES LAUNCHES NEW WORLD WHISKY SERIES

It explores the wider potential of this exciting category, which is being fuelled by curious, digitally-savvy consumers and a new generation of blenders, founders and disruptive distilleries.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2021/01/distill-ventures-launches-new-world-whisky-series/

SANDRO BOTTEGA RELEASES PROSECCO COOKBOOK

The book takes readers on a journey through the Prosecco hills, and includes recipes for all dining occasions, from apéritifs to desserts, alongside Sandro’s food stories from the northern Italian region.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2021/01/sandro-bottega-releases-prosecco-cookbook/

When Each State Went Sober: Mapping Prohibition Ratification by State

Shockingly, we didn’t all jump on the wagon at once.

https://vinepair.com/articles/prohibition-ratification-state-map/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=0f95cb38a8-JAN_13_2021&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-0f95cb38a8-38937345&mc_cid=0f95cb38a8&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

10 Things You Should Know About Cointreau

The triple sec brand has been around since the mid-1800s and has made a name for itself as a versatile cocktail ingredient, used in some of the world’s oldest and best-known libations.

https://vinepair.com/articles/cointreau-triple-sec-guide/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=0f95cb38a8-JAN_13_2021&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-0f95cb38a8-38937345&mc_cid=0f95cb38a8&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Wine and Exercise: What Happens When They Mix?

Wine and exercise are both known to have health benefits.

https://www.thenaturalwineschool.com/members/posts/31964-wine-and-exercise-what-happens-when-they-mix

MA Gov. Baker Just Signed a Beer Distribution Reform Bill. Here’s What It Will Do

The bill finalized a compromise that has taken brewers and distributors nearly a decade to agree on, allowing any brewer producing fewer than 250,000 barrels of beer annually — which effectively means every Massachusetts brewery except Boston Beer, the maker of Sam Adams — to leave lifelong contracts with distributors in exchange for fair market value of the portfolio.

https://www.nbcboston.com/massachusetts/gov-baker-just-signed-a-beer-distribution-reform-bill-heres-what-it-will-do/2279944/

Can You Drink Wine on a Diet?

Let’s find out which wines work for a healthy diet and some other important facts about wine versus your health.

https://winefolly.com/episode/can-you-drink-wine-on-a-diet/?utm_campaign=weekly-wine-and-health&utm_medium=newsletter&utm_source=email&_ke=eyJrbF9jb21wYW55X2lkIjogIlFkTlk0eSIsICJrbF9lbWFpbCI6ICJmcmFua2xpbmxpcXVvcnNAdmVyaXpvbi5uZXQifQ%3D%3D

10 Things You Should Know About Martell Cognac

The famous Cognac house uses its storied path to forge new ways of connecting with consumers.

https://vinepair.com/articles/martell-xo-cognac-guide/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=0ea447942f-JAN_14_2021&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-0ea447942f-38937345&mc_cid=0ea447942f&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

A Visual Guide to Crafting a Low-Calorie Wine

With today’s ever-growing focus on health and wellness, you’ve probably re-evaluated your drinking choices and have maybe even opted for lighter, lower-alcohol beverages.

https://vinepair.com/articles/a-visual-guide-to-crafting-a-low-calorie-wine/

6 of the Best Wines to Pair With Soup

So what do you sip with soup? Wine, of course!

https://vinepair.com/buy-this-booze/6-wines-to-pair-with-soup-2021/

Trentodoc, Franciacorta & Prosecco – 3 Northern Italian Giants

Unlike the Prosecco region which produces most of its sparkling wine by a faster tank method, the Trentodoc and Franciacorta use the traditional method meaning that more time, effort and qualities goes into the final wine produced.

https://glassofbubbly.com/trentodoc-franciacorta-prosecco-3-northern-italian-giants/

Is Riesling a Wine or a Grape? Why the Petrol Aromas?

Some will see Riesling as simply meaning a German wine or a place in Germany,

https://glassofbubbly.com/is-riesling-a-wine-or-a-grape-why-the-petrol-aromas/

New Wine

Trinchero Napa Valley is launching a new Heritage Collection. It includes Mary’s Single Vineyard Sauvignon Blanc ($35), named for the matriarch of the Trinchero family; Mario’s Cabernet Sauvignon ($60), named for the patriarch; and BRV Cabernet Sauvignon ($80), named for their children Bob, Roger and Vera. Trinchero Napa Valley has a collection of estate vineyards spanning 200 acres across the St. Helena, Mt. Veeder, Atlas Peak, and Rutherford sub-appellations.

WSTA unveils low-and-no labeling guide

The guide aims to provide clarity and certainty for producers when it comes to labeling and marketing their products correctly.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2021/01/wsta-debuts-low-and-no-labelling-guide/

Is red wine gluten-free?

Most red wines are classified as gluten-free because they meet the FDA’s gluten-free labeling standards. However, it doesn’t mean that red wines are entirely gluten-free.

https://www.chicagotribune.com/consumer-reviews/sns-bestreviews-is-red-wine-gluten-free-20210114-bxh6sdern5dzlibs3twv2ix7ai-story.html

How To Put Mindful Drinking On Your 2021 List

Who’s ready for a “new habits” plan for the year ahead?

https://abalancedglass.com/30-days-of-discovery/2021/1/14/how-to-put-mindful-drinking-on-your-2021-list

Kicking off 2021 with Prosecco DOC

The Prosecco DOC while highlighting some of the differences between Prosecco from the DOC and the DOCG.

http://www.vinotravelsitaly.com/2021/01/samplings-of-Prosecco-DOC.html?utm_source=Vino+Travels+Email+Members&utm_campaign=2efc08f507-RSS_EMAIL_CAMPAIGN&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_670bd5443a-2efc08f507-294676161

Non-alcoholic wine is mostly terrible, but here’s why

Right now, according to a study by Forbes Magazine, more than 6.5 million people are off the sauce, at least until February 1

https://onmilwaukee.com/articles/non-alcoholic-wine

Wine Pairings for Butternut Squash, a Winter Workhorse

Butternut squash is the quintessential produce of fall and winter

https://www.winemag.com/2021/01/15/wine-pairings-butternut-squash/

Matching Wine with Social Media

Try to pair wine with anything other than your immediate surroundings and you are asking for, at best, a misunderstanding.

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2021/01/matching-wine-with-social-media

Pairing Cheesy Popcorn and Wine

One of the simple joys in life is to pour a glass of wine, settle in to watch a movie or favorite show, and enjoy some crunchy popcorn

https://www.minnesotamonthly.com/food-drink/pairing-cheesy-popcorn-and-wine/

It’s 53% alcohol and tastes like fire. Here’s how this liquor brand took over China

Globally, its market cap has not only surpassed all other alcohol distillers like Diageo and Constellation Brands, but also Coca-Cola,

https://www.cnn.com/2021/01/15/business/kweichow-moutai-chinese-liquor-intl-hnk/index.html

Slow Cooker Red Wine Braised Short Ribs

Made with red wine, garlic, herbs and mushrooms, it’s super fancy, but also real easy

https://diethood.com/slow-cooker-short-ribs/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=slow-cooker-short-ribs

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.

Franklin Liquors New Daily Newspaper

The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW)

Weekly Newsletter

The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW) Podcast

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Liquor Industry News 01-18-21

January 18, 2021

https://vinepair.com/articles/boba-cocktail-recipe-trend/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=3e8d4f704f-JAN_4_2021&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-3e8d4f704f-38937345&mc_cid=3e8d4f704f&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

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By: Mark C Lenzi

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

01-18-2021

Liquor Industry Week In Review

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

How is Wine Made? The Step-by-Step Behind your Favorite Bottles

The Ultimate Guide to Aging Cocktails at Home

Truly Announces 4 Iced Tea Hard Seltzers

Why Boba Cocktails Are Trending

It’s no secret that flavors hailing from Thailand, Indonesia, and China have been shaking up the U.S. cocktail game.

SIX OF THE MOST MISUNDERSTOOD WINE TERMS

Understanding the basics can make wine commentary all the more valuable, and are a powerful tool in navigating the world of wine.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2021/01/six-of-the-most-misunderstood-wine-terms/

New Dietary Guidelines for Americans Ignore Recommendations on Sugar, Alcohol

The committee of 20 doctors and nutritionists from major U.S. academic centers also recommended that men’s daily alcohol intake be reduced from two drinks to one.

https://www.usnews.com/news/health-news/articles/2020-12-29/new-dietary-guidelines-for-americans-ignore-recommendations-on-sugar-alcohol

Does The Cost Of The Wine Make It Taste Better?

Price isn’t always a reliable barometer to determine what you’ll like.

https://southfloridareporter.com/does-the-cost-of-the-wine-make-it-taste-better/

Sugar-Free Champagne Just Got Serious

As climate change aids ripening in Champagne, sugar-free styles may finally come into their own.

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2021/01/sugar-free-champagne-just-got-serious

PRESERVED ROMAN WINE BARRELS REVEAL ANCIENT COOPERS’ ART

The three barrels were discovered in 2008, along the right bank of the river Vesle which runs through Reims, as part of an archaeological excavation.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2021/01/preserved-roman-wine-barrels-reveal-ancient-coopers-art/

6 recipes to use up the bottle of wine you opened last night

Wine is as wonderful to cook with as it is to drink — and we have great recipes using both white and red kinds.

https://www.washingtonpost.com/food/2021/01/04/wine-recipes/

How to Break Out of Your Wine Rut and Become a More Adventurous Drinker

And when it comes to finding exciting alternatives to our most popular wines—varieties likely appealing based on what you already like—we have a few ideas.

https://robbreport.com/food-drink/wine/new-wine-varietals-drinking-guide-1234589656/

7 Cheers for Spanish Sparkling Wine You’ll Love

Recaredo is a small Spanish sparkling wine producer in Sant Sadurní d’Anoia. It is located in the Penedès region of northeastern Spain.

https://awinestory.com/spanish-sparkling-wine/

Mind & Body Wines Bring Balance With Fewer Calories And Less Alcohol

A new wine brand crafted with wellness in mind

https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/mind–body-wines-bring-balance-with-fewer-calories-and-less-alcohol-301200723.html

Busch beer offers $1 off for each inch of snowfall per state

Here’s something to cheer your spirits the next time you’re shoveling away a heavy snowfall.

https://www.foxbusiness.com/lifestyle/busch-beer-offers-1-off-for-each-inch-of-snowfall-per-state

Pandemic Binge Drinking Is a Myth, Wine Analyst Says

There was no real evidence of widespread binge drinking

https://sf.eater.com/2021/1/5/22215332/binge-drinking-albertsons-gamsaan

FLORIDA COMPANY TO INVEST $100M IN 700-ACRE MISSOURI WINE PROJECT

The plan is to consolidate the wineries over an area covering 700-acres and also build a hotel, nine-hole par three golf course, five-star restaurant and other attractions.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2021/01/florida-company-to-invest-100m-in-700-acre-missouri-wine-project/

Discover the Best Wines for Spaghetti

So what are some wine and spaghetti pairings that will leave everyone happy enough to sing Puccini around the dinner table?

https://winefolly.com/wine-pairing/discover-spaghetti-wine-pairings/?utm_campaign=weekly-spaghetti-pasta-pizza&utm_medium=newsletter&utm_source=email&_ke=eyJrbF9jb21wYW55X2lkIjogIlFkTlk0eSIsICJrbF9lbWFpbCI6ICJmcmFua2xpbmxpcXVvcnNAdmVyaXpvbi5uZXQifQ%3D%3D

10 RIDICULOUS WAYS TO OPEN A WINE BOTTLE WITHOUT A CORKSCREW

Whatever the reason you don’t have a corkscrew, don’t put the wine away just yet

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2021/01/10-ridiculous-ways-to-open-a-wine-bottle-without-a-corkscrew/

Terrell Owens launches new wine label Eighty-One

Pro Football Hall of Famer has launched his own wine label called Eighty-One.

https://www.phillyvoice.com/terrell-owens-wine-label-eighty-one-cabernet-sauvignon/

Gallo finalizes blockbuster $810 million wine deal with Constellation Brands

Gallo is the country’s largest wine company, and with this sale Constellation Brands drops two spots to No. 5 nationwide.

https://www.pressdemocrat.com/article/business/gallo-finalizes-blockbuster-wine-deal-with-constellation-brands/

Gallo Set to Dominate the Bargain Basement

That is the fear for the Gallo-Constellation deal,

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2021/01/gallo-set-to-dominate-the-bargain-basement

The Ultimate New Year’s Resolution Guide: Wine Edition

With the rise of a new generation of premium low-calorie, low-alcohol brands and elevated no-alcohol choices, it’s never been more enjoyable to toast the new year while still reaching your wellness goals.

https://vinepair.com/articles/the-ultimate-new-year-resolution-guide-wine-edition/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=6750d29a8e-JAN_7_2021&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-6750d29a8e-38937345&mc_cid=6750d29a8e&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Truly Announces 4 Iced Tea Hard Seltzers

The brand is launching its iced tea series nationwide in “eye-catching golden cans,”

https://vinepair.com/booze-news/truly-iced-tea-hard-seltzer-guide-details/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=6750d29a8e-JAN_7_2021&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-6750d29a8e-38937345&mc_cid=6750d29a8e&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Will the Sommelier Profession Ever Be the Same After Covid-19?

Even those who have managed to keep their jobs have seen things change dramatically

https://vinepair.com/articles/sommelier-profession-covid-19/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=6750d29a8e-JAN_7_2021&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-6750d29a8e-38937345&mc_cid=6750d29a8e&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

The 6 big consumer trends to target in 2021

What are the big, overarching trends that have shaped 2020 – and which will continue to make their presence felt in 2021 and beyond?

https://www.beveragedaily.com/Article/2020/12/21/Six-consumer-trends-for-beverage-brands-to-target-in-2021?utm_source=newsletter_daily&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=07-Jan-2021

Homegrown Startup Smells Sweet Success…Without The Sugar

Prosecco Zero, a new line of low-sugar rosé and brut wines,

https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/homegrown-startup-smells-sweet-successwithout-the-sugar-301202142.html

Customize Your Cocktails With DIY Ginger Beer

Not all ginger beer is made equally.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/elizabethkarmel/2021/01/07/customize-your-cocktails-with-diy-ginger-beer/?sh=1ba13b9f5cef

MOËT SUFFERS SHEEP THEFT IN CHAMPAGNE

The sheep were used by Moët to keep down grass and weeds in place of herbicides or mechanical mowers and ploughs in the vineyard,

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2021/01/baaad-start-to-year-for-moet-with-sheep-theft-in-champagne/

The Ultimate Guide to Aging Cocktails at Home

Aged cocktails serve added levels of depth and nuance, and allow all of the components of a mixed drink to harmonize as one wonderful entity.

https://vinepair.com/articles/aging-cocktails-guide/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=176d98bff0-JAN_8_2021&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-176d98bff0-38937345&mc_cid=176d98bff0&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

How To Start Your Own Wine Shop

A passion for wine doesn’t necessarily translate into a successful career selling it.

https://www.winemag.com/2021/01/07/how-to-start-own-wine-shop/

5 Genius, Waste-Free Ways to Use Leftover Wine

You won’t have to stress about wasting even one drop. From cooking to tie-dying, there are many ways to make the most your favorite Côtes du Rhône or Pinot Gris.

https://www.realsimple.com/food-recipes/recipe-collections-favorites/leftover-wine-recipes

How is Wine Made? The Step-by-Step Behind your Favorite Bottles

The process of winemaking is simple.

https://growensemble.com/how-is-wine-made/

Wine and Your Microbiome

The gut microbiome (GM) plays a large role in the digestion and absorption of food and also educates our immune system

https://www.thenaturalwineschool.com/members/posts/27492-wine-and-your-microbiome

5 Major Wine Trends You’ll See in 2021

Raise a glass, it’s 2021 and we’re all in the mood for new beginnings and fresh takes on old favorites—and that includes our wine, too.

https://www.eatthis.com/news-major-wine-trends-youll-see-in-2021/

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.

Franklin Liquors New Daily Newspaper

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Liquor Industry News 01-11-21

January 11, 2021

https://www.travelawaits.com/2559954/fantastic-chocolate-and-wine-pairings/

Liquor Industry News

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

By: Mark C Lenzi

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

01-11-2021

Liquor Industry Week In Review

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

8 Alternatives to Vodka in Your Bloody Mary

The Science of Making Alcohol-Free Beer

The surprising link between wine corks and climate change

7 Fantastic Chocolate And Wine Pairings To Try At Home

The trick is finding the right combination.

Doctor Explains Why People Feel Grim After Just One Glass Of Wine

A doctor has explained why some people can feel absolutely dreadful after just one glass of wine, while others can sip their way through several glasses with no bother – and it’s absolutely nothing to do with being a lightweight.

https://www.ladbible.com/news/interesting-doctor-explains-why-people-feel-grim-after-just-one-glass-of-wine-20201227

Whiskey Makers Explore the Weird World of Alt Oak Species

In recent years, a number of distillers have started using unusual, often local, species of oak to age their whiskeys, in a quest to give their spirits a more specific sense of place.

https://vinepair.com/articles/whiskey-makers-alt-oak-species/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=07e0f3b24e-DEC_28_2020&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-07e0f3b24e-38937345&mc_cid=07e0f3b24e&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Why What’s in Your Tequila Matters

The specific place where the blue agave for tequila is grown has a huge impact on the final product.

https://vinepair.com/articles/why-whats-in-your-tequila-matters/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=07e0f3b24e-DEC_28_2020&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-07e0f3b24e-38937345&mc_cid=07e0f3b24e&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Not all alcohol gets better with age

Most distilled spirits, such as whiskey, rum, brandy, gin, vodka and tequila, have a nearly indefinite shelf life if they are unopened.

https://qctimes.com/not-all-alcohol-gets-better-with-age/article_bd043921-5f59-5f7a-a6a2-fb7ef03ddbe6.html

Eight ways to use red wine for facial skin care

When used correctly, it has other benefits your skin will thank you for. Here are some of the ways you can use red wine for facial skin care routines.

https://www.standardmedia.co.ke/evewoman/article/2001398505/eight-ways-to-use-red-wine-for-facial-skin-care

Product Shortages Worsen. What’s Causing Them?

The shortages began at the start of the pandemic last spring, improved somewhat over the summer, but have accelerated this fall, and now increasingly impact major Champagne brands as well.

https://www.beveragemedia.com/2020/12/28/product-shortages-worsen-whats-causing/

How the Future of Age Verification Tech will Impact Retailers

Age verification has long been an essential practice for alcohol beverage retailers, but it has become more complicated with the rise of alcohol delivery across the U.S.

https://bevalcinsights.com/how-the-future-of-age-verification-tech-will-impact-retailers/

The 25 Most Important IPAs Right Now, Ranked

These are the 25 Most Important IPAs right now, ranked by the VinePair staff.

https://vinepair.com/articles/most-important-ipas-2020/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=3d94e35bab-DEC_29_2020&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-3d94e35bab-38937345&mc_cid=3d94e35bab&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

The Top 10 Beers in 2020 According to Untappd

At the very least, 2020 warranted one final list of 10 great beers.

https://vinepair.com/booze-news/top-10-beers-untappd-2020/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=3d94e35bab-DEC_29_2020&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-3d94e35bab-38937345&mc_cid=3d94e35bab&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Why Do So Many American Whiskey Brands Have ‘Old’ in Their Names?

The answer here isn’t clear, but it could be based on how bourbon supposedly got its name in the first place.

https://vinepair.com/articles/whiskey-brands-old-in-their-names/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=3d94e35bab-DEC_29_2020&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-3d94e35bab-38937345&mc_cid=3d94e35bab&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

The 30 Best Whiskeys of 2020

While there are plenty of Bourbons to choose from, don’t worry, we also have 2020’s best ryes and Scotches featured on this list as well.

https://www.winemag.com/2020/12/28/best-whiskeys-2020/

Sparkling Wine Taxes in Europe

If you have ever wondered about the tax consequences of opening that bottle of sparkling wine—yes, there is a tax angle to everything—today’s map will provide you with some insights.

https://taxfoundation.org/new-years-eve-taxes-sparkling-wine-taxes-in-europe/

The Ten Words That Defined Wine in 2020

In no particular order…The top 10 words that defined wine in 2020 were:

https://fermentationwineblog.com/2020/12/the-ten-words-that-defined-wine-in-2020/

TTB Approves New Sizes

TTB’s regulations that govern wine and distilled spirits containers by adding seven new standards of fill for wine and distilled spirits.

https://www.ttb.gov/images/newsletters/archives/2020/ttb-newsletter12282020.html

The Wines To Know From Lazio

The region has been abuzz with the investments and passions of a few individuals to improve production quality.

https://winefolly.com/deep-dive/the-wines-to-know-from-lazio/

A Timeline of Irish Whiskey

Make no mistake about it, Irish whiskey is now back and bigger than ever.

https://vinepair.com/articles/a-timeline-of-irish-whiskey-infographic/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=9c9ffe56bc-DEC_30_2020&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-9c9ffe56bc-38937345&mc_cid=9c9ffe56bc&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

An Introduction to Loire Valley Grape Varieties

Home to 61 appellations, four major regions, and 70,000-plus hectares of rolling vineyards as far as the eye can see, it goes without saying that the region holds something for every palate — though knowing the region’s grapes is key to understanding what’s behind a label.

https://vinepair.com/articles/an-introduction-to-loire-valley-grape-varieties/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=9c9ffe56bc-DEC_30_2020&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-9c9ffe56bc-38937345&mc_cid=9c9ffe56bc&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Most read wine news stories of 2020

In a year when headlines have, understandably, been dominated by the Covid-19 pandemic, we look back at some of the other Decanter.com stories of 2020.

https://www.decanter.com/wine-news/most-read-wine-news-2020-450672/

Biodynamic Wine Aligns You With the Energy of the Cosmos…Or So Its Makers Say

The label “biodynamic” is often attached to this intensive practice of winemaking, but it’s a type of farming in general—part practice, part philosophy.

https://www.esquire.com/food-drink/drinks/a34980493/biodynamic-wine-green-practices/

The Strangest Food Crimes of 2020

Here is a year’s worth of true food crime stories you may have missed.

https://www.foodandwine.com/news/food-crimes-2020

Oregon Finally Has a White Wine to Call Its Own

Oregon’s Willamette Valley is synonymous with pinot noir, but a signature white wine has always remained elusive for the region.

https://www.departures.com/lifestyle/wine-spirits/willamette-valley-oregon-vineyards-chardonnay-wine

Five Ways to Drink Single Malt Whiskey

With its depth of flavor and unique character, single malt offers a stunning new take on classic whiskey cocktails.

https://vinepair.com/articles/five-ways-to-drink-single-malt-whiskey-infographic/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=e61e899b72-DEC_31_2020&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-e61e899b72-38937345&mc_cid=e61e899b72&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Lugana DOC: Italy’s Sleeper Hit White Wines

The region’s signature white grape, Turbiana, is what makes the wines so unique.

https://vinepair.com/wine-blog/lugana-white-wine-guide-doc/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=e61e899b72-DEC_31_2020&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-e61e899b72-38937345&mc_cid=e61e899b72&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

The Science of Making Alcohol-Free Beer

Nonalcoholic beer dates back to Prohibition, but it’s having a resurgence, fueled by changing consumer habits and brewers’ successful tinkering with the complex processes required to make it.

8 Alternatives to Vodka in Your Bloody Mary

While some of these garnishes go too far, the beauty of the Bloody Mary is that it allows you to be as adventurous or inventive as you like

https://vinepair.com/articles/bloody-mary-vodka-alternatives/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=795ea0e02d-JAN_1_2021&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-795ea0e02d-38937345&mc_cid=795ea0e02d&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

The surprising link between wine corks and climate change

In recent years, plastic stoppers and screw tops have come on the market as alternatives to natural cork, but cork can be better for the climate.

https://yaleclimateconnections.org/2020/12/the-surprising-link-between-wine-corks-and-climate-change/

The Truth About Natural Wine and Hangovers

The term natural wine means different things to different people, but the throughlines are organic farming and minimal manipulation in the winery—meaning as few additives, fining agents, and stabilizers as possible chucked into the fermentation vat.

https://www.saveur.com/story/drink/truth-about-natural-wine-and-hangovers/

Real progress on ingredient listing for wine

It has long seemed strange that, while labels tell us every little detail of what goes into processed food, we are told nothing about what goes into wine.

https://www.jancisrobinson.com/articles/real-progress-ingredient-listing-wine

In Search of Sustainable Wine

Wine lovers celebrate the diversity of the wine, but they may also have to embrace sustainability.

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2021/01/in-search-of-sustainable-wine

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.

Franklin Liquors New Daily Newspaper

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Liquor Industry News 01-04-21

January 4, 2021

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2020/12/illegal-winery-found-in-waste-water-treatment-plant/

Liquor Industry News

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

By: Mark C Lenzi

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

01-04-2021

Liquor Industry Week In Review

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

15 Of the Best Hot Cocktail Recipes to Make This Winter

The Many Styles of Tawny Port Wine

These Are The 30 Most Popular Wine Brands in America

ILLEGAL WINERY FOUND IN WASTE WATER TREATMENT PLANT

As reported by News 19, officers from DeKalb County Sheriff’s Office discovered the winery after an anonymous tip-off last week.

PICKLED HERRING WHISKY AND OTHER CURIOSITIES

We’ve rounded up a selection of unusual spirits that reflect 2020’s unpredictable nature, from pickled herring whisky to banana peel rum.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2020/12/pickled-herring-whisky-and-other-curiosities/

These Are The 30 Most Popular Wine Brands in America

This information was based on each brand’s market share by volume,

https://vinepair.com/booze-news/30-most-popular-wine-brands-in-america/

Tequila and mezcal brands to watch in 2021

Despite the challenges of Covid‐19, the Tequila category has been one of the shining stars of the drinks sector, particularly in the US, where off‐trade sales have grown immensely.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2020/12/tequila-and-mezcal-brands-to-watch-in-2021/

The Story of Taylor California Cellars, Coca-Cola’s Forgotten Foray Into the Wine Industry

With the rising tides of corporate takeovers in the 1970s, Coca-Coca looked to expand beyond soft drinks.

https://vinepair.com/articles/taylor-california-cellars-coca-cola/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=960a7854c9-DEC_21_2020&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-960a7854c9-38937345&mc_cid=960a7854c9&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Labeling Survey Finds Consumers More Interested in Ingredients Than Nutrition

In total, 69% of survey respondents answered that they would be interested in ingredient information on the label and 54% expressed interest in nutritional information, suggesting a connection between ‘wellness’ and wine consumption.

https://wineindustryadvisor.com/2020/12/21/labeling-survey-finds-consumers-interested-ingredients

SIX OF THE WORLD’S MOST EXPENSIVE WHISKIES

While it will be some years before that prediction is proven true, 2020 has certainly been tumultuous, which could well see it remembered as a “significant time for the history of the whisky industry”

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2020/12/six-of-the-worlds-most-expensive-whiskies/

How to Keep an Opened Bottle of Wine Fresh for as Long as Possible

While the term “leftover wine” may sound like an oxymoron, there are occasions when we can’t finish a bottle.

https://www.realsimple.com/food-recipes/shopping-storing/beverages/leftover-wine-guide

How to Plan the Perfect Vacation without Leaving Home

As overseas jaunts remain uncertain, many seek ways to escape their living room without buying a plane ticket.

https://www.winemag.com/2020/12/21/wine-travel-vacation-home/

The Many Styles of Tawny Port Wine

People love Tawny for it’s mahogany hue and flavors of caramel, chocolate, dried fruit, and nuts.

https://winefolly.com/deep-dive/styles-tawny-port-wine/

‘Better For You’ means more than just ‘Low Sugar’

There has been a lot of talk about “Better for You” in wine. Frankly maybe a little too much talk.

https://sustainablesomm.org/better-for-you/

15 Of the Best Hot Cocktail Recipes to Make This Winter

This list will keep you busy until it’s time to switch back to frozen cocktails.

https://vinepair.us6.list-manage.com/track/click?u=640ffece003f483b35ab45207&id=219803e1b4&e=d42ed911dc

Scientists Explore the Unexpected Potential Benefit of Excess Tannins

Tannins are an essential part of the mouthfeel and ageability of some wines. But scientists believe they could also be used to create plastics that could keep food fresh longer.

https://www.winemag.com/2020/12/22/tannins-waste-wine-science/

Manischewitz Doesn’t Have to Be Good

How did Manischewitz become perhaps America’s most iconically Jewish brand?

https://slate.com/business/2020/12/manischewitz-wine-taste-judaism-black-americans.html

WHAT DO WE MEAN BY THE “BODY” OF A WINE

Of course “body” refers to the wine’s mouthfeel and thus is an evaluation of tactile sensations in the mouth. But what, specifically, are the elements of body.

https://foodandwineaesthetics.com/2020/12/23/what-do-we-mean-by-the-body-of-a-wine/

Do you love wine? Does it love you?

A glass of wine is viewed by many to be the perfect accompaniment to a special meal. However, many people have experienced unwelcome symptoms from the histamines found in many wines.

https://www.villagenews.com/story/2020/12/24/lifestyles/do-you-love-wine-does-it-love-you/64594.html

6 Drinks Trends to Leave Behind in 2021

While the pandemic has forced drinks pros to think on their feet, leading to new and exciting trends that will surely expand in 2021, others feel so “last year.”

https://vinepair.com/articles/6-drinks-trends-leave-behind-in-2021/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=5e5b8a7def-DEC_25_2020&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-5e5b8a7def-38937345&mc_cid=5e5b8a7def&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

10 Recipes to Make the Most of Your Wine, Beer and Spirits

The flavors and aromas in wine, beer and spirits can be used in a variety of culinary creations

https://www.winemag.com/folio/boozy-food-recipes-wine-cooking/

It’s Official: Poached Pears in Red Wine Are the Best Winter Dessert

You start with red wine—filled with antioxidants and good flavor—and infuse it with warming spices, then poach your pears in the spiced wine mixture.

https://www.wellandgood.com/poached-pears-red-wine/

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Liquor Industry News 12-28-20

December 28, 2020

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2020/12/french-police-swoop-nets-stolen-grands-crus-worth-millions/

Liquor Industry News

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By: Mark C Lenzi

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12-28-2020

Liquor Industry Week In Review

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

Prosecco vs. Champagne: The Differences

Does Craft Beer Snobbery Start and End with Lagers?

10 Hot Toddy Recipes That Don’t Use Whiskey

FRENCH POLICE SWOOP NETS STOLEN GRANDS CRUS WORTH MILLIONS

Police recovered cases of some of France’s most prestigious wines, including Domaine de la Romanée-Conti, Cheval Blanc, Petrus and Yquem among others, after what has been a year-long inquiry.

25-YEAR STUDY LINKS DAILY GLASS OF WINE TO LOWER DIABETES RISK

A glass of wine earned participants one point, while higher consumption was considered disadvantageous. “Moderate alcohol consumption, between 5 to 15 grams per day, along with a healthy diet, might be beneficial for future cardiometabolic health

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2020/12/25-year-study-links-daily-glass-of-wine-to-lower-diabetes-risk/

Making Sure of Your Wine Insurance

If you think your home insurance policy covers your wine collection, you better take a closer look.

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2020/12/making-sure-of-your-wine-insurance

This Is How Long an Open Bottle of Wine Lasts, and How to Make It Last Longer

There are a few things you can do to preserve the shelf life of your wine

https://www.lifehacker.com.au/2020/12/store-preserve-wine-maximum-flavour/

You don’t have to quit drinking after getting COVID vaccine

The vaccine’s developer, who said moderate drinking, would not impair the body’s ability to develop immunity

https://www.providencejournal.com/story/news/local/2020/12/11/ok-drink-alcohol-after-covid-vaccine/3896100001/

Self-Driving Farm Tractor Rolls Into Service at California Vineyard

The developer says the company’s medium size tractor is one of only two in the world.

https://sanfrancisco.cbslocal.com/2020/12/10/tractor-autonomous-northern-california-electric-self-driving-winery-farm/

As the Wine Industry Grapples with Change, Its Educational Institutions Evolve

As the Court of Master Sommeliers-Americas (CMS-A) reels from scandals, some members of the wine world question the significance and longevity of wine education institutions. But not all certification programs are created equal.

https://www.winemag.com/2020/12/14/court-sommeliers-scandals/

Wine Spectators Top 100 2020

Each year, Wine Spectator editors survey the wines reviewed over the previous 12 months and select our Top 100, based on quality, value, availability and excitement.

https://top100.winespectator.com/lists/?utm_campaign=Top100_12142020_1&utm_source=Top100_Eml1_121420&utm_medium=email&utm_content=91848befbbb49a6a959f1361e3e000aa

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12 Things You Should Know About Schramsberg Vineyards

With four different vineyards and over 30 varieties of wine, Schramsberg is a force in the Napa Valley wine world.

https://vinepair.com/articles/schramsberg-wine-guide/?mc_cid=1635ceb86c&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

10 Hot Toddy Recipes That Don’t Use Whiskey

The traditional hot toddy, a steamy mixed drink made with whiskey, hot water, and honey and clove,

https://vinepair.com/articles/10-hot-toddy-recipes-without-whiskey/?mc_cid=5146bc57a9&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

The Countries That Drank the Most French Wine in 2019

Countries that imported the most French wine in 2019.

https://vinepair.com/articles/countries-drink-most-french-wine-2019/?mc_cid=5146bc57a9&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Five great wine games

Try out one of these great games for wine lovers…

https://www.decanter.com/wine-news/opinion/the-editors-blog/five-great-wine-games-for-christmas-450198/

Does Craft Beer Snobbery Start and End with Lagers?

Instead of transforming from one species to another, the beer snob evolves from drinking lager, to IPA, “big stouts,” sours, and then, finally, back to lager.

https://www.winemag.com/2020/12/15/beer-snob-palate-lager/

Slow Cooker Red Wine Pot Roast

Slow Cooker Red Wine Pot Roast is simple, rustic food at its finest.

https://sweetandsavorymeals.com/slow-cooker-red-wine-pot-roast/

BEEF TENDERLOIN WITH RED WINE-ROSEMARY BUTTER

It always feels very celebratory, and the best part is that it’s actually so easy to make.

https://giadzy.com/recipes/beef-tenderloin-with-red-wine-rosemary-butter/

SEKT: THE CHEQUERED HISTORY

Nobody drinks as much fizz as the Germans. Clearly, the affordability and availability of mass-produced, high-volume, tank-fermented Sekt drive this market.

https://trinkmag.com/articles/sekt-the-chequered-history

Prosecco vs. Champagne: The Differences

From origins and grapes, to production methods and prices, Champagne and Prosecco have their own stories to tell.

https://vinepair.com/articles/prosecco-vs-champagne/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=7e3b3e5943-DROP_DEC17_2020&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-7e3b3e5943-38937345&goal=0_b653fb8c99-7e3b3e5943-38937345&mc_cid=7e3b3e5943&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

New Non Alcoholic Wine

Cava producer Freixenet has added alcohol-removed white and rosé sparklers to its portfolio. Capitalizing on the trend toward low- and no-alcohol beverages, the new sparkling wines are produced in Spain’s Penedès DO and contain less than 0.05% alcohol. Both wines are rolling out nationwide from Freixenet Mionetto USA, retail priced at $12 a 750-ml. Freixenet Mionetto USA is the U.S. subsidiary of European sparkling wine giant Henkell Freixenet.

Wine in the U.S. in 2020 — The Top Takeaways

The most important takeaways for wine in the U.S. in 2020 that can guide us in looking forward.

https://fermentationwineblog.com/2020/12/wine-in-the-u-s-in-2020-the-top-takeaways/

Quarterback-Turned-Winery Owner Drew Bledsoe’s Favorite Things

Celebrity wine and spirit brands are now so ubiquitous they seem to be almost a rite of passage. For some, though, the stereotype of a vanity project doesn’t quite fit.

https://www.barrons.com/articles/worldwise-quarterback-turned-winery-owner-drew-bledsoes-favorite-things-01608136539

10 Drinks Trends for 2021, According to Bar Pros

Here are 10 trends to keep an eye on in 2021.

https://www.winemag.com/2020/12/17/drink-trends-bars-2021/

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

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Liquor Industry News 12-21-20

December 21, 2020

https://vinepair.com/booze-news/white-claw-new-flavors-2021/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=c96cc792b4-DEC_7_2020&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-c96cc792b4-38937345&mc_cid=c96cc792b4&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

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By: Mark C Lenzi

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12-21-2020

Liquor Industry Week In Review

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

What’s On Your Holiday Table?

American whiskey brands to watch in 2021

White Mulled Wine Cocktail Recipe

White Claw Announces New Flavors and Variety Packs

A slew of new products for White Claw fans, including the long-awaited release of White Claw Surge. The higher ABV (8 percent) version of the classic seltzer will finally hit shelves in April in Blood Orange and Cranberry flavors.

New Prosecco

E.&J. Gallo-owned La Marca Prosecco is launching a rosé expression this month. Rolling out to select markets at a suggested retail price of $17 a 750-ml., the new entry is a 2019 vintage-dated blend of 89% Glera and 11% Pinot Noir, produced via the Charmat method. It spends a minimum of 60 days undergoing secondary fermentation. A 2020 vintage of La Marca Prosecco Rosé will follow next spring. La Marca is projected to become the largest sparkling wine brand by volume in the U.S. by year-end, according to Impact Databank. Gallo marketing director Joyce Chen told SND, “We know there are a lot of still rosé consumers who are looking to add to their wine repertoire, and as America’s favorite Prosecco, La Marca is the perfect option to offer a sparkling perspective on Rosé that elevates consumer experiences.”

HOW THE INTERNET IS CHANGING THE WAY WE BUY WINE

The pandemic has accelerated a trend towards online shopping, transforming consumer habits and shaping new business models in a matter of weeks.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2020/12/how-the-internet-is-changing-the-way-we-buy-wine/

New Drinking Guidelines For Men Ignore Science

Every five years, an independent committee of experts reviews the current body of research and submits an advisory report to help the federal government determine the latest “Dietary Guidelines for Americans.”

https://www.ibtimes.com/new-drinking-guidelines-men-ignore-science-3095696

Improving E-mail Ethics in the Wine Industry

Let’s talk about how the wine industry routinely breaks the law when it comes to e-mail, and how it’s time to clean up that act.

https://www.vinography.com/2020/12/improving-e-mail-ethics-in-the-wine-industry

Booze has a long history on the space station – even though NASA has banned drinking in space for almost 50 years

Known as the WISE mission, these experiments will cover all aspects of the wine production process.

https://www.businessinsider.com/drinking-space-fairly-common-though-nasa-banned-it-2020-12

The current state of Italian wine in the world

Yes, you cannot go to your favorite trattoria in Rome and drink that amazing bottle of wine with your pasta alla Amatriciana. For now. Not forever.

https://acevola.blogspot.com/2020/12/the-current-state-of-italian-wine-in.html

MW PROVES ‘HALO EFFECT’ BETWEEN WINE AND SPIRITS EDUCATION

Lowe’s MW research paper investigated the value of wine education on spirits appreciation, and ultimately found that despite a student not being taught anything about spirits, even a small amount of formal wine education improved their ability to taste spirits.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2020/12/mw-proves-halo-effect-between-wine-and-spirits-education/

Do Impeller Pumps “Beat Up” Wine?

How exactly do you beat up wine, and what are the perceptible effects of beating it up, if any?

https://www.wineindustrynetwork.com/c/tcw-equipment?fid=M2gduJR9nFw1LEJy#feed_post_M2gduJR9nFw1LEJy

NEW WHISKY-BARREL AGED KITKAT TO BE RELEASED IN JAPAN

The chocolate bar is made using Ghanaian cacao nibs aged in barrels that have been used to aged Scotch whisky on the island of Islay.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2020/12/new-whisky-barrel-aged-kitkat-to-be-released-in-japan/

Who Was Pappy Van Winkle and Why Does His Whiskey Cost So Much?

With a small production run and a lengthy 15- to 23-year aging process that creates a limited-supply/high-demand situation

https://files.constantcontact.com/cb479599001/43cc7fa2-a810-47ee-9d89-d54fb84d9362.pdf

Gift Cards Spark New York Wine Spat

The New York State Liquor Authority is on the march again, taking aim at one of the largest liquor chains in the US – Total Wine & More.

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2020/12/gift-cards-spark-new-york-wine-spat

John Elway Wine

Former NFL star John Elway has launched a new line under his California-based 7Cellars wine brand. The Farm Collection consists of three wines: a Paso Robles-sourced Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay from the Arroyo Seco AVA, and Santa Lucia-based Pinot Noir. Each wine is retail priced at $30 a 750-ml. The Farm Collection joins the Elway Reserve range in the 7Cellars lineup, all of which are made by winemaker Robert Mondavi Jr.

What Is Clean Wine? The Truth On This Buzzy Beverage Trend

The answer (much like some clean wines) is actually a bit cloudier than you might expect.

https://www.thezoereport.com/p/what-is-clean-wine-the-truth-on-this-buzzy-beverage-trend-47819997

Wineries Strive for Carbon Neutrality. Is It Enough?

Carbon neutrality has become the environmental badge for wineries wanting to combat climate change. But is it enough?

https://www.winemag.com/2020/12/07/carbon-neutral-wine-enough/

The Problem with Wine Terminology in the Virtual World

As we find ourselves entering another season in this brave new world of virtual tasting, sidling up to our computer screens instead of a barstool for a cocktail, it’s time to revisit our vocabulary and reconsider the words we use when we interact with our customers.

https://daily.sevenfifty.com/the-problem-with-wine-terminology-in-the-virtual-world/

Gordon Ramsay Announces New Line of Hard Seltzers: Hell’s Seltzers

Unlike other brands, each of the flavors in Hell’s Seltzers is made up of at least three key tasting notes and inspired by popular menu items from Ramsay’s Hell’s Kitchen restaurants.

https://vinepair.com/booze-news/gordon-ramsay-new-hard-seltzer-brand/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=d49a7ffa5b-DEC_9_2020&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-d49a7ffa5b-38937345&mc_cid=d49a7ffa5b&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

PINOT GRIGIO SALES RISE NEARLY 20% IN THE US

The growth of Pinot Grigio, which rose 19% in the US, increasing in sales both through large scale distribution and on e-commerce platforms, contrasted to other white varieties such as Chardonnay, Moscato and Riesling, which recorded a slight drop.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2020/12/pinot-grigio-sales-rise-nearly-20-in-the-us/

MUMM TRIALS NEW SENSORY TASTING EXPERIENCE

Two new glasses that would influence the taster’s perception of the Champagne they held.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2020/12/mumm-trials-new-sensory-tasting-experience/

What do you do with an open bottle of ice wine?

The opening of a bottle of ice wine is cause for celebration.

https://www.theglobeandmail.com/life/food-and-wine/article-what-do-you-do-with-an-open-bottle-of-ice-wine/

Beyond Sustainable Wine:
Tablas Creek’s Regenerative Agriculture Sets a Higher Standard

https://growensemble.com/sustainable-wine/

10 common mistakes when buying wine as a gift

Choosing a bottle is not always as easy as it seems.

https://www.wsetglobal.com/knowledge-centre/blog/2020/december/08/10-common-mistakes-when-buying-wine-as-a-gift

Screw Caps Or Corks?

Do wine enclosures really matter?

https://winelala.com/articles/screw-caps-or-corks

Another New Rosé Prosseco

Deutsch Family Wine & Spirits has added a new Rosé Prosecco to its Josh Cellars family of wines. The release is rolling out now in New York, Massachusetts, Maryland, and Connecticut, with a national launch following in March 2021. The release of the 11.5% abv wine comes hot on the heels of Rosé Prosecco becoming an officially sanctioned category within Italian sparkling wine and will be supported by Facebook, YouTube, and Instagram ads.

IMPACT OF COVID-19 ON GLOBAL WINE TOURISM

The main objective of the survey was to evaluate the impact of the covid-19 worldwide pandemic on the supply side of wine tourism (impact on wineries).

https://www.winetourism.com/impact-covid-19-wine-tourism/

Scotch whisky brands to watch in 2021

US tariffs, Brexit uncertainty and Covid‐19 have pummeled the Scotch whisky industry this year. After a record export year in 2019, there is no sugar‐coating the grave impact this year’s geopolitical storm has had on the sector.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2020/12/scotch-whisky-brands-to-watch-in-2021/

Europe’s globally important wine industry threatened by pesticide, biotech phobias

To understand these impacts in greater detail, let’s survey one of Europe’s most important agricultural industries: wine grapes

https://geneticliteracyproject.org/2020/12/10/viewpoint-europes-pesticide-biotech-phobia-threaten-its-globally-important-wine-industry/

All the Ways to Say ‘Sparkling Wine’ Around the World

Whether the name is rooted in an ancient language or playing on a new trend, you’ll need to know how to say it properly before you can say glou-glou.

https://vinepair.com/articles/international-sparkling-wine-pronunciation/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=fdf0c4992a-DEC_10_2020&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-fdf0c4992a-38937345&mc_cid=fdf0c4992a&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Cake-cutting ‘hack’ using wine glass goes viral: ‘This is a game changer’

The “hack,” as it’s being touted online, involves using the rim of a wine glass to both cut into the cake and then scoop out a tiny slice

https://www.foxnews.com/food-drink/cake-cutting-hack-wine-glass-viral

What’s American-blood wine, and why was it banned by the French government?

He soon discovered that the type of wine Jules and Paul had been making for decades was illegal, and had been since the 1930s, when the French government and European Union outlawed the use of hybrid grapes, like the Franco-American ones grown on the brothers’ vineyard.

https://www.americastestkitchen.com/articles/2872-american-blood-wine-is-banned-by-the-french-government-meet-the-man-who-s-fighting-to-have-the-law-changed?preview=true

RUSSIAN RIVER ROULETTE
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A DOG’S LIFE

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This elegant 2-bottle gift set includes 1 bottle each of Frenchie North Coast Blends: “Celebration” White Blend & “Collage” Red Blend. A $5 donation to support Guide Dogs for the Blind will be made for every gift set purchased

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OAKVILLE GROCERY PANTRY

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This elegant gift set includes Oakville Grocery Wildflower Honey, Peach & Ginger Preserves, Balsamic Vinegar, Tuscan Olive Oil, Tomato Marinara & Black Truffle Mustard in a gift box.

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GREEN VALLEY MAGIC

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This elegant 2-bottle gift set includes 1 bottle each of DeLoach Green Valley Series: “Le Royal” Sparkling Blanc de Noir & “Heintz Vineyard” Chardonnay

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THE GREAT WHITES

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This elegant 3-bottle gift set includes 1 bottle each of JCB Chardonnays: No 76 Napa Valley, JCB No 49 Russian River Valley & JCB No 81 Sonoma Coast.

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https://my.boissetcollection.com/franklin_wine_club/basicproduct/great-whites&utm_source=web&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=gifting

American whiskey brands to watch in 2021

From August 2019 to July 2020, exports of American whiskey to the EU – the US spirits industry’s biggest market – plummeted by 41% from US$757m to US$449m, according to the Distilled Spirits Council of the US (Discus).

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2020/12/american-whiskey-brands-to-watch-in-2021/

The Anatomy of a Champagne Bottle

Learn how to read a Champagne label and more with this infographic.

https://www.winemag.com/2020/12/10/how-to-read-champagne-label/

10 Things You Should Know About Francis Ford Coppola Winery

These mass-market wines have gained a fan base almost as large as Coppola’s films.

https://vinepair.com/articles/francis-ford-coppola-wine-guide/

Why You Should Pay Attention to Côtes de Bordeaux

There’s a movement happening in the hillsides of Bordeaux.

https://www.winemag.com/2020/12/11/why-you-should-pay-attention-to-cotes-de-bordeaux/

White Mulled Wine Cocktail Recipe

Who said mulled wine was exclusive to just bottles of red?

https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/white-mulled-wine-cocktail-recipe-231327196.html

What’s On Your Holiday Table?

Treat yourself this year by checking out this wine guide to make the most out of your food and wine pairings throughout this festive season.

https://www.dcanterwines.com/blogs/wine-life/holiday-food-and-wine-pairings/

Robert Parker Wine Advocate’s Top 100 Wine Discoveries

The selection discovers a number of wines produced from lesser-known grape varieties and/or in non-traditional growing regions.

https://guide.michelin.com/us/en/washington/washington-dc/article/features/robert-parker-wine-advocate-top-100-wine-discoveries-2020

GIFT SETS FOR EVERY OCCASION

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All of our gift sets arrive in our luxurious packaging
for the ultimate unboxing experience.

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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.

Franklin Liquors New Daily Newspaper

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Liquor Industry News 12-14-20

December 14, 2020

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

Liquor Industry News

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By: Mark C Lenzi

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

12-14-2020

Liquor Industry Week In Review

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

Which Wine You Should Drink, Based on Your Zodiac Sign

Top whisky subscription services

How to Master the Art and Etiquette of Giving Wine as a Gift

10 Things You Should Know About The Prisoner Wine Company

Following the sale of the brand to Constellation, what used to be The Prisoner — the aforementioned red blend — has become The Prisoner Wine Company, a winery brand that now offers its flagship label, plus 13 other varieties.

The Nine Best Sweet Vermouths for Your Manhattan

Made with red grapes, and infused with an array of spices. Beyond that, it’s a case of diving into the details.

https://vinepair.com/buy-this-booze/9-best-vermouth-manhattan/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=2a20d1148e-NOV_30_2020&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-2a20d1148e-38937345&mc_cid=2a20d1148e&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Is America Ready for a Brandy ‘Renaissance’?

Like much of American drinking culture, the nation’s brandy industry eventually suffered huge setbacks during Prohibition. After repeal in 1933, brandy failed to bounce back.

https://vinepair.com/articles/american-brandy-renaissance/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=2a20d1148e-NOV_30_2020&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-2a20d1148e-38937345&mc_cid=2a20d1148e&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

The Mystery Of Charles Shaw. Better Known As Two Buck Chuck.

Perhaps you’ve heard some of the tales. You might even think you know the truth…but it’s no simple story.

https://vinepair.com/wine-blog/the-mystery-of-charles-shaw-better-known-as-2-buck-chuck/?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=site

A Guide to Sustainable Labeling

New Sustainability Brochure
for Wine, Spirits and Craft Beverages

https://www.wineindustrynetwork.com/c/upm-raflatac-inc?fid=82c61_JI0nw0tXKo#feed_post_82c61_JI0nw0tXKo

The European Age of Exploration Was the Unlikely Impetus for the Birth of the Champagne Bottle

Perhaps the most famous creation myth is attributed to Dom Pérignon, the 17th-century Benedictine monk,

https://vinepair.com/articles/champagne-europe-origin-history/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=f021bf6fe7-DEC_1_2020&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-f021bf6fe7-38937345&mc_cid=f021bf6fe7&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

New Bledsoe Wine

Bledsoe Wine Estates is acquiring an unplanted 40 acres in the Walla Walla Valley’s SeVein Vineyard for an undisclosed sum, bringing its holdings to a total of 194 acres, of which 60 are currently planted. The new estate vineyard property is situated at 1,200-1,400 feet of elevation. Bledsoe Wine Estates, founded by former NFL star Drew Bledsoe, owns the Doubleback, Bledsoe Family Winery, and Bledsoe-McDaniels wineries in the Walla Walla Valley.

Small wineries are not always better

There is an implicit assumption that smallholders are more ethical, more craft-oriented and better for the environment than their big counterparts.

https://www.wine-business-international.com/wine/analysis/small-wineries-are-not-always-better

The Shortcomings of Technically Perfect Wine

Flaws in wine are nothing new, however, the discussion around them has certainly changed.

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2020/11/the-shortcomings-of-technically-perfect-wine?rss=Y

DWAYNE ‘THE ROCK’ JOHNSON UNVEILS TEQUILA-SPIKED ICE CREAM

Called Dwanta’s Teremana Spiked Eggnog, the ice cream is produced by Salt & Straw, a company in which Johnson invested last year.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2020/12/dwayne-the-rock-johnson-unveils-tequila-spiked-ice-cream/

Five Hacks for Making Cocktails With Lambrusco

Lambrusco can create real magic in mixed drinks.

https://vinepair.com/articles/five-hacks-for-making-cocktails-with-lambrusco/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=3be32ef8eb-DEC_2_2020&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-3be32ef8eb-38937345&mc_cid=3be32ef8eb&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

The States That Love Champagne the Most

Find out how much each U.S. region is ordering Champagne on VinePair’s color-coded map

https://vinepair.com/articles/states-champagne-most-popular-map/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=3be32ef8eb-DEC_2_2020&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-3be32ef8eb-38937345&mc_cid=3be32ef8eb&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

How to Master the Art and Etiquette of Giving Wine as a Gift

The nuances of settling on great gift wines for the right candidates, including the etiquette involved.

https://robbreport.com/food-drink/wine/how-to-give-wine-gift-1234583128/

Storytelling Wine Labels set to Capture Millennials Market

Winerytale, a new-generation smartphone App, let’s consumers scan wine labels with their phones to discover the stories of the people behind the wine.

https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/storytelling-wine-labels-set-to-capture-millennials-market-301183808.html

Three Lessons Learned After 7 Months of Virtual Wine Events

The three biggest insights that have emerged about virtual wine events.

https://spitbucket.net/2020/12/01/three-lessons-learned-after-7-months-of-virtual-wine-events/

THE WINES OF ITALY PROGRAM

THE ITALIAN WINE SCHOLAR PREP COURSE

The Italian Wine Scholar Prep program is the perfect foundation for the world of Italian Wine. Designed by Wine Scholar Guild for wine enthusiasts and aspiring professionals, this three-session course provides an introduction to Italy, explores its key wine regions and delivers core information on 39 of the country’s need-to-know wines.

We are pleased to partner with Commonwealth Wine School to offer our loyal

customers a 10% Discount on all Wine Scholar Guild Classes.

Use Coupon Code: FRANKLINLIQUORS

https://www.commonwealthwineschool.com/shop/p/italian-wine-scholar-prep-jan-28-feb-25

5 WAYS TO EXPERIENCE WINE COUNTRY FROM HOME

Napa Valley can come to you. Here’s how to bring a little luxury to your life and experience wine country without ever leaving your home.

https://www.pasadenanow.com/weekendr/5-ways-to-experience-wine-country-from-home/

Tell the wine lover in your life to ‘zip it’ this holiday season

Their new zippered mask is easily the most 2020 holiday wine gift idea out there.

https://www.oregonlive.com/wine/2020/12/tell-the-wine-lover-in-your-life-to-zip-it-this-holiday-season.html

AN INVISIBLE REVOLUTION: THE NEW DRY WHITES OF BORDEAUX

A new revolution, of a kind, in Bordeaux and Bordeaux winemaking.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2020/12/an-invisible-revolution-the-new-dry-whites-of-bordeaux/

Top whisky subscription services

For those who would like to get more experimental with their choices, there are subscription services offering whisky samples from across the world and in a variety of styles.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2020/12/top-whisky-subscription-services/

Six of the Best Mimosa Recipe Upgrades

With the explosion of DIY at-home cocktails, combined with the affordability of sparkling wines like Prosecco and Cava, VinePair’s Bubbly Week is the perfect time to experiment with Mimosa-inspired cocktails.

https://vinepair.com/articles/6-best-mimosa-recipes-2020/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=44e2921aba-DEC_3_2020&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-44e2921aba-38937345&mc_cid=44e2921aba&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

The Secret to Spain’s Signature Style of Wine? Centuries-Old Architecture

Windows and doors carefully align to take advantage of, or buffer against, the cool, humid Poniente wind from the west, as well as the hot and dry Levante wind from the east.

https://www.winemag.com/2020/12/02/spain-sherry-centuries-old-architecture/

Piedmont gets new DOCG area ‘Terre Alfieri’

Lying mostly in the province of Asti, the new Terre Alfieri DOCG in Piedmont is focused on two grape varieties, Arneis for white wines and Nebbiolo for reds.

https://www.decanter.com/wine-news/terre-alfieri-piedmont-new-docg-449610/

Which Wine You Should Drink, Based on Your Zodiac Sign

Here, the type of wine to drink based on your zodiac sign.

https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/wine-drink-based-zodiac-sign-140300550.html

How to Make Beef Tartare at Home

This one is served raw and has raw eggs, so be sure to buy fresh, high-quality ingredients.

https://www.winemag.com/recipe/make-beef-tartare-home-recipe/

Beginners Guide: The Perfect Holiday Cheese Board + Wine Pairings

Here’s the secret: it’s all about the wine + cheese pairings.

https://www.mcbridesisters.com/blog/Beginners-Guide–The-Perfect-Holiday-Cheese-Board—Wine-Pairings

GIFT SETS FOR EVERY OCCASION

Franklin Wine Club

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Its that time of year and here are some gift ideas!

All of our gift sets arrive in our luxurious packaging
for the ultimate unboxing experience.

https://my.boissetcollection.com/franklin_wine_club/products/catalog/gift-sets-879

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.

Franklin Liquors New Daily Newspaper

The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW)

Weekly Newsletter

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Liquor Industry News 12-07-20

December 7, 2020

https://www.decanter.com/learn/crosswords/the-riesling-crossword-447882/

Liquor Industry News

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

By: Mark C Lenzi

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

12-07-2020

Liquor Industry Week In Review

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

Four in Ten Americans Admit to Drunk Online Holiday Shopping

Supreme Court Opens Another Case of Wine

When It’s OK to Add Ice to Your Wine, According to Experts

The Riesling crossword

Test your knowledge of this popular grape…

James Suckling: “I definitely think that online tastings can replace physical ones”

The key to managing a video tasting conference is to plan in advance and make sure everything is thought of just like a physical tasting.

https://www.vitisphere.com/news-92882-James-Suckling-I-definitely-think-that-online-tastings-can-replace-physical-ones.htm

Walmart wants to sell liquor in Texas. The U.S. Supreme Court said no.

Walmart Inc. argued that the 1995 state law banning liquor sales by publicly owned companies is discriminatory to out-of-state retailers,

https://www.chron.com/news/houston-texas/article/walmart-texas-liquor-laws-supreme-court-15748361.php

The Wonderfully Weird History of Kalimotxo — and Why Bartenders Love It

Kalimotxo (pronounced and sometimes styled calimocho), is a two-ingredient “cocktail” consisting of a one-to-one ratio of red wine and Coke over ice.

https://vinepair.com/articles/kalimotxo-cocktail-history/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=a7050fcca5-NOV_24_2020&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-a7050fcca5-38937345&mc_cid=a7050fcca5&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Time to Ruchè

A comeback for one of Piedmont’s oddest grapes

https://www.winespectator.com/articles/time-to-ruche-a-comeback-for-one-of-piedmonts-oddest-wine-grapes

Did Jesus Drink Wine, and Should We?

The Bible has much to say regarding alcohol and wine.

https://www.biblestudytools.com/bible-study/topical-studies/did-jesus-drink-wine-and-should-we.html

Prank-O Releases New Prank Wine Labels for the Holiday Season and New Year’s Celebrations

Prank-O helps you deliver even more laughs this holiday season during a time when everybody could use a few extra laughs.

https://wineindustryadvisor.com/2020/11/23/prank-o-new-prank-wine-labels

All The Secrets To Wine Shopping Like A Certifiable “Wine Person”

But, know this: In reality, the staff at your local wine shop (probably) doesn’t think you’re a sham. They love wine — a lot — and they want to talk to you about it, whether or not you identify as a self-proclaimed grape scholar. So do yourself a favor and allow them to guide you.

https://www.refinery29.com/en-us/wine-buying-tips-advice

Supreme Court Opens Another Case of Wine

Whether a state can allow its own retail stores to ship to its residents, but forbid stores in other states from doing so.

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2020/11/supreme-court-opens-another-case-of-wine

HOW MUCH TO SPEND ON A BOTTLE OF WINE

77.9% of respondents said they usually spend $10-20.

https://blog.brightcellars.com/how-much-money-do-you-usually-spend-on-a-bottle-of-wine/

When It’s OK to Add Ice to Your Wine, According to Experts

We have to ask: Is it really such a sin? Or is this outdated, misinterpreted advice from some wine-snob rule book that needs to be tossed out?

https://vinepair.com/articles/ice-in-wine-guide-experts/

STUDY SHOWS CLINGFILM CAN REMOVE CORK TAINT

Unfortunately, the type of plastic used has to be very specific,

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2020/11/study-shows-clingfilm-can-remove-cork-taint/

Four in Ten Americans Admit to Drunk Online Holiday Shopping

41 percent admitted to having shopped online under the influence in the past.

https://vinepair.com/booze-news/drunk-online-holiday-shopping/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=8f43897815-NOV_27_2020&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-8f43897815-38937345&mc_cid=8f43897815&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Wine industry falling behind other sectors on creating a global sustainable standard

At a global level, we need some degree of consistency

https://harpers.co.uk/news/fullstory.php/aid/28124/Wine_industry_falling_behind_other_sectors_on_creating_a_global_sustainable_standard.html

GIFT SETS FOR EVERY OCCASION

Franklin Wine Club

ONLINE ONLY

Its that time of year and here are some gift ideas!

All of our gift sets arrive in our luxurious packaging
for the ultimate unboxing experience.

https://my.boissetcollection.com/franklin_wine_club/products/catalog/gift-sets-879

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.

Franklin Liquors New Daily Newspaper

The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW)

Weekly Newsletter

The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW) Podcast

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

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Liquor Industry News 11-30-20

November 30, 2020

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2020/11/english-nouveau-wines-get-the-go-ahead/

Liquor Industry News

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

By: Mark C Lenzi

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

11-30-2020

Liquor Industry Week In Review

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

10 Things You Should Know About Yellow Tail

The 10 Best Whiskies to Start Your Collection

What It Means to Be Allergic to Alcohol, And What You Can Do About It

‘ENGLISH NOUVEAU’ WINES GET THE GO-AHEAD

But while in Beaujolais winemakers make their nouveau with Gamay, Sixteen Ridges has opted for Pinot Noir Précoce, a mutation that ripens two to three weeks earlier than standard Pinot Noir.

Six American Wines to Pair With Classic American Food

American wines I would sip with American dishes

https://vinepair.com/buy-this-booze/6-wines-classic-american-food-pairings/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=042f90f13e-NOV_16_2020&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-042f90f13e-38937345&mc_cid=042f90f13e&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

11 Things You Should Know About Korbel California Champagne

Bursting with excitement to learn more about the bubbly brand?

https://vinepair.com/articles/korbel-california-champagne-guide/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=042f90f13e-NOV_16_2020&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-042f90f13e-38937345&mc_cid=042f90f13e&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

How To Master The Skill Of Pouring Wine

We all know how to pour a glass of wine, right? Wrong.

https://www.hospitalitynet.org/opinion/4101641.html

New Box Wine

Chilean winery Frontera, part of the Concha y Toro portfolio, is launching a 3-liter boxed format including Sauvignon Blanc, Cabernet Sauvignon, and a red blend next month. To promote the launch, Frontera hosted a virtual acoustic concert with Grammy nominee Raquel Sofía on Facebook Live, and showcased Sofía’s music in conjunction with Frontera wines. Earlier this year, Frontera collaborated with music streaming service Spotify on genre-specific playlists that pair with four different styles of Frontera wine. Frontera, which has U.S. volume of approximately 1.7 million cases, according to Impact Databank, saw U.S. sales climb 9% in the three months through September, Concha y Toro recently reported.

New President Won’t End Wine Tariffs

If anything, it’s possible that the US will put tariffs on even more European wines while the Trump administration is still in charge.

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2020/11/new-president-wont-end-wine-tariffs

THE WINE PRICE DILEMMA

Despite the occasional bargain wine that provides good value, we should not expect cheap wine going forward if we care about the environment and economic justice.

https://foodandwineaesthetics.com/2020/11/16/the-wine-price-dilemma/

Vine rootstocks: Getting to the root of the matter

Wine writings are full of discussions about different grapevine varieties, often with mentions of the soils they are growing in. But usually ignored is the thing that links the two together – the vine rootstock.

https://www.decanter.com/learn/vine-rootstocks-getting-to-the-root-of-the-matter-445696/

Why Virginia Wines Are Trending

Known as the birthplace of wine in America, the state has a significant place in American wine history.

https://vinepair.com/articles/virginia-wine-trending/

BAG-IN-BOX CAN EASE WHEELIE BIN WALK OF SHAME

Lockdown has created a recycling shame badge and bag-in-box is a discreet way of dealing with it,

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2020/11/bag-in-box-can-ease-wheelie-bin-walk-of-shame/

What Are ‘Bin Numbers’ on Wines?

A long time ago, before bottles had labels, a bin number literally represented the bin that a certain wine could be found stored in a cellar before it was sold.

https://vinepair.com/articles/what-are-bin-numbers-on-wines/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=4be63a6bae-NOV_17_2020&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-4be63a6bae-38937345&mc_cid=4be63a6bae&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

What Does ‘Baking Spice’ Mean in Wine?

Curiously, baking spice has become a common descriptor for red wines and some whites. What do wine professionals mean when they use it?

https://www.winemag.com/2020/11/16/baking-spice-wine-cinnamon/

What is Wine Body and How To Taste It

If you’re trying to find new favorites, wine body is a great way to differentiate grape varieties to find your style preference.

https://winefolly.com/tips/what-is-wine-body-and-how-to-taste-it/

Jancis Robinson on Why Americans Lead on Sustainability

Wine farmers generally are ahead of the sustainability curve—and American farmers seem to be even further ahead.

https://daily.sevenfifty.com/jancis-robinson-on-why-americans-lead-on-sustainability/

Ten Holiday Buying Trends to Watch in 2020

Holiday season 2020 will play out very differently.

https://daily.sevenfifty.com/ten-holiday-buying-trends-to-watch-in-2020/

Down to the Roots: The Appeal of Biochar

Biochar is an ancient tool used to increase the fertility of the soil that has started to make a comeback in today’s regenerative farming world.

https://tablascreek.typepad.com/tablas/2020/11/down-to-the-roots-the-appeal-of-biochar.html

Explaining reduction, and dispelling some myths

One of the problems is that of overlapping terminology: the same word is used to refer to different things, and similar sounding words add to the confusion.

https://wineanorak.com/2020/11/17/explaining-reduction-and-dispelling-some-myths/

Why isn’t Rioja considered a fine wine?

The region’s success at the “cheap-and-cheerful” level tends to detract from its ability to produce profound, ageworthy wines.

https://cluboenologique.com/story/why-isnt-rioja-considered-a-fine-wine/

Royally sweet additions to Washington AVAs

Two Washington wine grape growing regions became official American Viticultural Areas in September.

https://www.goodfruit.com/royally-sweet-additions-to-washington-avas/

Mionetto, the World’s Favorite Prosecco, Launches Prosecco Rosé DOC

Will be available in the United States this December.

https://wineindustryadvisor.com/2020/11/17/mionetto-launches-rose

Idaho Is the Next American Wine Region That Deserves Your Attention

Idaho is proving why the state should be famous for more than potatoes.

https://vinepair.com/articles/idaho-american-wine-region/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=af794a0200-NOV_18_2020&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-af794a0200-38937345&mc_cid=af794a0200&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Bonded Wine Producers in the U.S. by State 2019 vs. 1999

In the past, every winery was required to have bond coverage, but in 2015, the Obama Administration signed the Consolidated Appropriations Act so small wineries could operate without it.

https://vinepair.com/articles/bonded-wine-producers-map-2019/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=af794a0200-NOV_18_2020&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-af794a0200-38937345&mc_cid=af794a0200&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

LeBron James And Partners Unveil Lobos 1707 Agave Spirits

LeBron James never faced Michael Jordan on an NBA court, with Jordan retiring the year before James entered the league. But now the two superstars will go head to head in one of the hottest areas of the drinks market: upscale Tequila.

James is among the partners launching Lobos 1707, a range of Tequilas and mezcal aimed firmly at the high end of the market. Lobos 1707’s CEO is Combs Enterprises veteran Dia Simms, and the founder and chief creative officer is actor and entrepreneur Diego Osorio. Each of Lobos 1707’s Tequilas—including Joven ($45 a 750-ml.), Reposado ($55), and Extra Anejo ($150) expressions—is finished in Pedro Ximenez Sherry barrels. The lineup also includes a 100% Espadin agave mezcal retailing at $55.

The brand is rolling out initially to select retailers and restaurants in New York, Florida, and California, where it will take on Jordan’s Cincoro brand among many others in the exploding ultra-premium Tequila segment. A national launch is slated for early next year. “When I first tried Lobos 1707, I told Diego it was the best Tequila I’ve ever had in my life,” James said. “People are going to fall in love with the story, but when they taste this unbelievable product they are going to want to dive in and be a part of our journey.”

How to Buy Wine at the Supermarket, According to Sommeliers

As Americans make fewer trips to the grocery store and eat more meals at home, it’s hard to beat a chance to stock up on olive oil, tortilla chips and $13 Albariño all in one place.

https://www.winemag.com/2020/11/17/best-grocery-store-wine/

New Wine Gadget a Breath of Fresh Air

Here is that idea: rather than oxygenate wine using air, which is only 21 percent oxygen, the WinePrO2 zaps it with a short blast of 100-percent oxygen. There’s some elegance to the engineering but the concept is simple.

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2020/11/new-wine-gadget-a-breath-of-fresh-air

Differentiating the Price of One Wine Over Another

Is the ultimate price of a bottle of wine commensurate with the underlying cost to bring the bottle to the retail shelf?

https://www.theexaminernews.com/differentiating-the-price-of-one-wine-over-another/

BUD LIGHT LAUNCHES GAMES CONSOLE THAT CAN CHILL BEER

Billed as “the world’s first ever self-cooling six pack that also plays video games,” the BL6 also boasts a built-in projector so that games can be played on the go. It includes two controllers which can be stored in the device.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2020/11/bud-light-launches-game-console-that-can-chill-beer/

Yes Way Gamay: The Many Ways of Beaujolais

Gamay pairs wonderfully with a wide range of food options thanks to its high natural acidity. Check out these food and wine pairings to make the most out of Beaujolais.

https://www.dcanterwines.com/blogs/wine-life/yes-way-gamay-the-many-ways-of-beaujolais/

What It Means to Be Allergic to Alcohol, And What You Can Do About It

Yes, there is such a thing as an alcohol allergy, and science says it can develop at any point in a person’s life.

https://theswaddle.com/what-it-means-to-be-allergic-to-alcohol-and-what-you-can-do-about-it/

The chemicals that make skunks and some marijuana smell the same

Here’s why some people smell like Pepé Le Pew.

https://www.zmescience.com/medicine/skunk-marijuana-smell-043222/

Is Wine Fattening? Why Vino Can Still Pack on the Pounds

Here’s the lowdown on how fattening wine really is.

https://greatist.com/health/is-wine-fattening

The 10 Best Whiskies to Start Your Collection

Here are ten bottles—mostly affordable, as single malts go, but with a couple of splurges—to get you started.

https://www.foodandwine.com/cocktails-spirits/whisky/best-whiskies-to-start-your-collection

If You Like to Drink Wine, There’s a Good Chance You Live in One of These Five Cities

Over 20 percent of regular wine drinkers in the U.S. live in one of five metropolitan areas.

https://vinepair.com/booze-news/top-cities-wine-consumption-america/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=c616814383-NOV_20_2020&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-c616814383-38937345&mc_cid=c616814383&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

New Zonin Wine

Italy’s Zonin family has debuted 100 Nails Ranch, a new range of California wines. The new label consists of three varietals sourced from three distinct areas: Sonoma County Chardonnay, Central Coast Pinot Noir, and Paso Robles Cabernet Sauvignon. Each wine is retail priced at $19 a 750-ml., and all will begin rolling out in January. This marks Zonin’s entry into California winemaking; the company is known for its broad portfolio of Italian wines, including Impact “Hot Brands” Zonin Prosecco and Castello del Poggio.

10 Things You Should Know About Yellow Tail

The brand is sold at practically every wine and liquor store in America,

but it also catches a lot of flack for lacking complexity, and for containing additives.

https://vinepair.com/articles/yellow-tail-wine-guide/

“Catastrophic” — The State of Restaurant Wine Sales

The situation in the on-premise is nothing short of catastrophic and continues to get worse every day

https://fermentationwineblog.com/2020/11/catastrophic-the-state-of-restaurant-wine-sales/

Transparency, in wine certification

What does this tale of academic growth have to do with wine? Well, it relates indirectly to the sordid, sad affair of the Court of Master Sommeliers America Abuse Scandal as this is the third time a massive controversy has rocked this association in the last two years and their intial response was a lesson in how NOT to address a problem.

https://www.hudin.com/transparency-in-wine/

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Liquor Industry News 11-23-20

November 23, 2020

https://247wallst.com/special-report/2020/11/08/13-ways-to-tell-if-a-wine-is-actually-really-good-2/

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11-23-2020

Liquor Industry Week In Review

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This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

Here’s Which Type of Wine Packaging We Think Is the Most Sustainable

Boston Beer Reformulates Samuel Adams Winter Lager

Whiskey fans can win Jameson Christmas trees

13 Ways to Tell If a Wine Is Actually Really Good

How, then, can the ordinary consumer begin to know which of the many, many wines out there are actually worth buying — and which ones, once they’re bought and tasted, are really worth the money?

A cardiologist revealed the truth behind red wine’s health benefits

For decades, red wine has been the “healthy” alcohol, set on a pedestal against its contemporaries. But, is red wine actually good for you?

https://news.yahoo.com/cardiologist-revealed-truth-behind-red-204500947.html

Everything You Need to Know About Anise-Flavored Spirits

What is anise? Also called aniseed, it comes from the Pimpinella anisum plant, whose long, stalky stems produce white flowers where the seeds form.

https://www.liquor.com/anise-spirits-5085280

Varietal Vinegars Are on the Rise — Here’s What You Need to Know

A few American producers want consumers to elevate their dishes with varietal vinegars.

https://vinepair.com/articles/rise-of-varietal-vinegars/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=5a60ca1c61-NOV_10_2020&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-5a60ca1c61-38937345&mc_cid=5a60ca1c61&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

EU IMPOSES 25% TARIFFS ON US RUM AND VODKA

The EU was granted permission to impose the tariffs by the World Trade Organization (WTO) last month. However it said it was ready to work with the US to settle the dispute once and for all.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2020/11/eu-imposes-25-tariffs-on-us-rum-and-vodka/

TESLA’S $250 TEQUILA SELLS OUT IN HOURS

The project first started out as an April Fool’s Day prank.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2020/11/teslas-250-tequila-sells-out-in-hours/

What’s the Difference Between a Wine Variety and Varietal?

The easiest way to think about these two words is that one, variety, is a noun; and the other, varietal, is an adjective.

https://vinepair.com/articles/the-difference-between-a-wine-variety-and-varietal/

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GLOBAL ALCOHOL CONSUMPTION TO FALL 8% THIS YEAR

Out of all markets reviewed, only the US and Canada are expected to show volume growth this year, both at over 2%

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2020/11/global-alcohol-consumption-to-fall-8-this-year/

The Countries That Drank the Most American Wine in 2019

It’s clear that the international market, in general, loves California wine, as 95 percent of the bottles exported from the U.S. come from the Golden State.

https://vinepair.com/articles/countries-drank-most-american-wine-2019/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=1e5f5c6217-NOV_11_2020&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-1e5f5c6217-38937345&mc_cid=1e5f5c6217&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Will a Biden presidency cut US tariffs on EU wine?

Biden himself is known to be teetotal, yet some in the trade believe a Biden administration could give wine drinkers another reason to cheer, by ending the 25% US import tariff on several European wines imposed in October 2019.

https://www.decanter.com/wine-news/biden-presidency-us-tariffs-eu-wine-447038/

TTB AVA Notices

Wine – Notices of Proposed Rulemaking

https://www.ttb.gov/wine/notices-of-proposed-rulemaking

Boston Beer Reformulates Samuel Adams Winter Lager

Samuel Adams celebrates the return of the #1 winter seasonal beer1, Samuel Adams Winter Lager, with a crisper and brighter remixed recipe and new ways to enjoy holiday favorites from home.

https://www.brewbound.com/news/boston-beer-reformulates-samuel-adams-winter-lager

White Claw owner to open $400m plant in 2021

The new facility will provide ‘much-needed’ capacity to keep up with consumer demand in the southern US. Warehousing and distribution operations will also be located on the same site.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2020/11/white-claw-owner-to-open-400m-plant-in-2021/

Whiskey fans can win Jameson Christmas trees

To win one of seven Jameson whiskey trees, Irish whiskey lovers must explain why they deserve to bring a tree home to share with their friends and family this year in no more than 200 words.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2020/11/whiskey-fans-can-win-jameson-christmas-trees/

Author of one of wine’s most popular books decries wine-scoring system

Although the 100-point scale is used by most major wine publications and myriad critics, Hugh Johnson staunchly believes these numerical ratings are meaningless.

https://www.stltoday.com/lifestyles/food-and-cooking/author-of-one-of-wines-most-popular-books-decries-wine-scoring-system/article_876e381d-8da8-5924-982f-77e0d2b015f3.html

Here’s Which Type of Wine Packaging We Think Is the Most Sustainable

Green Matters has analyzed how sustainable each one is, and which is most likely best for the environment.

https://www.greenmatters.com/p/sustainable-wine-packaging

Should I be concerned about wine freezing in my car if it’s below freezing outside?

The freezing point of a bottle of wine is about 15° to 20° F, depending on the alcohol content.

https://www.winespectator.com/articles/what-temperature-does-wine-freeze-at

HOW MAJOR SOCIAL CAUSES INFLUENCE AMERICAN WINE DRINKERS: BY AGE COHORT

https://www.wineintelligence.com/how-major-social-causes-influence-american-wine-drinkers-by-age-cohort/

New Prosecco

1821 Fine Wine and Spirits, the U.S. subsidiary of Italy’s Zonin, is introducing a Prosecco Rosé. Retailing at $16 a 750-ml., in line with Zonin Prosecco DOC Cuveé 1821, the newcomer is made according to the recently released regulations for Prosecco Rosé DOC, which stipulate that at least 85% of the blend be composed of Glera grapes, along with 10%-15% Pinot Noir fermented on the skins. The wine is a Charmat method vintage sparkler rested on the lees for at least 60 days.

What to expect when tasting old vine wines

Many vineyard-designate old vine bottlings are, in fact, phenomenal, but not in ways you might expect

https://www.lodiwine.com/blog/What-to-look-for-when-tasting-old-vine-wines

The Most Comprehensive Wine Lover’s Digital Toolkit

You will have all the essential wine wisdom you need, without the dregs, so you will know how to pick wines and understand exactly what you’re buying.

https://levelupyourwineiq.com/sales-page1589926392789

What to Drink After Your House Burns Down

If ever there were a time I wished I had a fully stocked wine cellar under my feet, this was it.

https://www.townandcountrymag.com/leisure/drinks/a34654274/wines-pandemic-new/

GIFT SETS FOR EVERY OCCASION

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All of our gift sets arrive in our luxurious packaging
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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.

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Franklin Liquors New Daily Newspaper

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Liquor Industry News 11-16-20

November 16, 2020

https://vinepair.com/articles/everclear-alcohol-proof-percentage/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=bd76de978e-NOV_2_2020&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-bd76de978e-38937345&mc_cid=bd76de978e&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

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11-16-2020

Liquor Industry Week In Review

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This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

How One Glass Of Wine Affects Your Body The Next Day

Guinness Releases Its First Holiday Beer Nationwide

The Marshmallow Mule Recipe

How Everclear Became the King of Grain Alcohol

This one brand manages to transcend all others, accounting for over 80 percent of all grain alcohol sales in America, according to data obtained from the National Alcohol Beverage Control Association.

Uncorking The Basics Of Wine Insurance

Unfortunately, going without wine insurance could be a costly misstep.

https://www.forbes.com/advisor/homeowners-insurance/wine-insurance/

DISTILLERY LAUNCHES SMOKED VENISON-FLAVOURED WHISKEY

The distiller sourced the meat from a local farm and smoked it over wood from New Hampshire’s boreal forests. It was used to flavour a three-year-old white wheat whiskey

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2020/11/distillery-launches-smoked-venison-flavoured-whiskey/

Is it possible to visualize wine in terms of shapes, rather than words?

Many wine lovers describe wines in terms of shape, using words like “round,” “angular,” etc.

https://www.winespectator.com/articles/is-it-possible-to-visualize-wine-in-terms-of-shapes-rather-than-words

Arsenic in Wine: Should You Be Concerned?

Unfortunately, some types of wine may contain unsafe levels of this element.

https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/arsenic-in-wine

White House or Wine House? The U.S. presidents’ favorite wines

From George Washington’s love of Madeira, to Thomas Jefferson’s French adorations, to JFK and Nixon’s respective appreciation of Champagne and Bordeaux, to the later promotion of American wines for state dinners, there’s much to discover on what the most powerful men in the world enjoyed having.

https://www.altiwineexchange.com/news/us-presidents

A BEGINNER’S GUIDE TO MOSCATO WINE

Many people don’t realize that ‘moscato wine’ can be a little misleading, as this generic term can actually mean a lot of different things.

https://www.winecountry.com/blog/moscato-wine/

Thanksgiving Wine Sale

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Study links Van Gogh’s delirium to alcohol withdrawal

A pioneering study into Vincent van Gogh’s psychiatric health in the years immediately before his suicide has found that the artist had delirium, in part due to alcohol withdrawal after cutting off his ear and being admitted to hospital.

https://www.theguardian.com/artanddesign/2020/nov/03/study-links-van-goghs-bouts-of-delirium-to-alcohol-withdrawal

Bacardi taps into at-home cocktails with Twistails pods

While the pods can be purchased separately in packs of six, the Twistails shaker and strainer is needed as the pods are designed to fit on the strainer, which has spikes to pierce the film on the pod.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2020/11/bacardi-taps-into-at-home-cocktails-with-twistails-pods/

The Logo Evolution of American Beer Brands Over Time

While some major brands have stood by their original logos, others have evolved through the years.

https://vinepair.com/articles/american-beer-logo-evolution/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=70dfd7a636-NOV_4_2020&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-70dfd7a636-38937345&mc_cid=70dfd7a636&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

PINK PROSECCO APPROVED FOR EXPORT

Pink Prosecco was approved for export by the European Union last week, with the Italian government having already backed the sparkler in May.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2020/11/pink-prosecco-approved-for-export/

6 American Sparkling Wines You Need to Try

Overall, sparkling wine consumption grew more than 56 percent over the past decade in the United States.

https://vinepair.com/articles/6-best-american-sparkling-wines/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=70dfd7a636-NOV_4_2020&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-70dfd7a636-38937345&mc_cid=70dfd7a636&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Wine Mix-Ups: More Common Than You Might Think

Local restaurateurs share stories of serving the wrong wines and other expensive mistakes.

https://www.sarasotamagazine.com/eat-and-drink/2020/11/wine-mix-ups

What Do ‘Legs’ Mean in Wine?

If you swirl wine in a glass and then set it down for a few seconds, you’ll see a weird thing happen.

https://www.winemag.com/2020/11/03/wine-legs-mean-good/

King of Wine Fraud Facing Freedom

He’s back! Rudy Kurniawan gets out of prison this week, so lock up your wine cellars.

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2020/11/king-of-wine-fraud-facing-freedom

The Aveine Smart Wine Aerator

A gadget from a French startup that offers variable, instant aeration and a connected app platform for determining just the right amount of aeration that any particular wine you happen to be drinking requires.

https://techcrunch.com/2020/11/04/aveines-smart-wine-aerator-is-a-huge-upgrade-for-wine-lovers-and-could-create-some-new-ones-too/

Online Occitanie wine school launches

Brush up on your knowledge of wine regions like Picpoul de Pinet, Cahors and more with a new online training program.

https://imbibe.com/news/online-occitanie-wine-school-launches/

http://suddefrance.co.uk/

A BOX CLUB FOR BEER FANS

Each month, we team up with a local brewery, collaborate on a sweet custom shirt design, and then send it to our members with coupons, stickers, a brewery bio, and more!

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HOW WILL US ELECTION IMPACT FINE WINE?

Last year the current incumbent of the Oval Office, President Trump, embarked on a trade war with the European Union over subsidies given to Airbus, part of his ‘America First policy’, while the EU hit back pointing to beneficial subsidies the US had given to Boeing.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2020/11/how-will-us-election-impact-fine-wine/

Wine People vs. Beer People

In the interest of not taking either of these libations too seriously, let’s take a look at 7 differences between wine people and beer people.

https://winefolly.com/lifestyle/wine-people-vs-beer-people/?utm_campaign=napa-fires-winemaking-magnum-sale&utm_medium=newsletter&utm_source=email&_ke=eyJrbF9lbWFpbCI6ICJmcmFua2xpbmxpcXVvcnNAdmVyaXpvbi5uZXQiLCAia2xfY29tcGFueV9pZCI6ICJRZE5ZNHkifQ%3D%3D

The Marshmallow Mule Recipe

The Marshmallow Mule, a drink that mixes vodka and soda with a rich toasted marshmallow and ginger syrup,

https://vinepair.com/cocktail-recipe/the-marshmallow-mule-recipe/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=41354167f5-NOV_5_2020&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-41354167f5-38937345&mc_cid=41354167f5&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Red Wine Pot Roast Recipe

This is a no-frills dish that’s ideal for any occasion.

https://sweetandsavorymeals.com/red-wine-pot-roast-recipe/

How a simple brain training program could help you stay away from alcohol

A new form of brain training can have positive results for people going through detox.

https://theconversation.com/how-a-simple-brain-training-program-could-help-you-stay-away-from-alcohol-148431

Do Emerging Wine Regions Need a Signature Variety to Break Out?

Is the key to success really just honing in on a certain grape, or are there other more complex factors at play?

https://vinepair.com/articles/emerging-wine-regions-signature-variety/

Guinness Releases Its First Holiday Beer Nationwide

The brewery’s U.S. headquarters is releasing the brand’s first holiday beer this year as the third in what we can expect will become a long line of national offerings

https://www.forbes.com/sites/taranurin/2020/11/05/guinness-releases-its-first-holiday-beer-nationwide/?sh=2f79888a5dc1

How One Glass Of Wine Affects Your Body The Next Day

Having a glass of Pinot Noir with dinner can seem like no biggie, but sometimes a hangover is your reward for your moderation anyway.

https://www.bustle.com/wellness/how-one-glass-of-wine-affects-your-body-doctors

Delicato files trademark lawsuit against a backpack manufacturer over the name “BOTA”

Delicato alleges that the South San Francisco company, BOTA Backpack, is using a name that is confusingly similar to Delicato’s “BOTA” wine, according to the complaint filed Oct. 30 in U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California.

https://www.winebusiness.com/news/?go=getArticle&dataId=238225

FOOD AND WINE PAIRINGS: ART OR SCIENCE?

Is it subjective to a diner’s specific tastes, or are there hard and fast, science-backed rules to be followed?

https://grapecollective.com/articles/food-and-wine-pairings-art-or-science

Organic Vs. Biodynamic Wine

While the following is a very simplified overview, we encourage you to dig deeper with our more in-depth discussions of Organic and Biodynamic wine.

https://naturalmerchants.com/organicwines/organic-vs-biodynamic/

12 Things You Should Know About Kim Crawford Wines

The U.S. saw its first bottles of Kim Crawford Wines in 1998, two years after the company’s founding. Since then, it has gained a cult-like following here in the States.

https://vinepair.com/articles/kim-crawford-wine-guide-sauvignon-blanc/

From the Gridiron to the Vineyard

Last year, Woodson launched his new $20 label at his alma mater University of Michigan.

WE HAVE IN STOCK!

https://www.winespectator.com/articles/from-the-gridiron-to-the-vineyard

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Liquor Industry News 11-09-20

November 9, 2020

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11-09-2020

Liquor Industry Week In Review

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This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

11 Best Wines for Thanksgiving 2020, According to a Sommelier

10 of the Best Seasonal Cocktail Recipes for Fall

How to Make Your Own Spiced Rum at Home

The 25 Most Important American Beers of All Time

Without question, no other type of alcohol has seen more change over the past 150 years than beer.

Constellation Adds Napa Valley Cabernet And Carneros Chardonnay To The Prisoner Range

Upscale California wine brand The Prisoner is launching two new wines, a Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon and Carneros Chardonnay. The Cabernet includes small amounts of Merlot, Syrah, Malbec, Petite Sirah, and Charbono and retails at $55 a 750-ml. The Chardonnay is positioned at $40, and includes some Roussanne and Gewürztraminer in its blend.

In addition to the 750-ml. format, the new entries will join the flagship Prisoner red blend in a three-bottle gift pack of 375-mls., which will hit the market in time for the holidays. Constellation acquired The Prisoner from Huneeus Vintners in 2016 for $285 million. The brand sells approximately 200,000 cases in the U.S. annually, according to Impact Databank.

Wine, Covid-19 and the loss of smell

Loss of smell (anosmia) and taste (ageusia) are now officially recognised as symptoms of SARS-CoV-2, the dangerous strain of virus from the coronavirus family that is the cause of Covid-19, the disease.

https://www.wine-business-international.com/wine/general/wine-covid-19-and-loss-smell

The end of the sommelier?

Within a few days of the first reported virus cases, restaurants were shut nationwide, and owners had no idea when, or even if, they would start up again or whether they could afford a full-time sommelier to work the floor when they did

https://www.wine-business-international.com/wine/analysis/end-sommelier

How You Can Spot Fake Wines

Fraudulent activity seems to follow any genre that involves collecting.

https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/how-to-spot-fake-wines/

Estaan, a natural alternative to sulphite in wine

Wine is the first product in which estaan is used.

https://www.biobasedpress.eu/2020/10/estaan-a-natural-alternative-to-sulphite-in-wine/

As People Drink Less But Better, Low-Alcohol Wines are on the Rise

Having a more balanced glass of wine with food is more palatable than having just that glass on its own,

https://www.winemag.com/2020/10/26/low-alcohol-wines-popular/

Korbel Launches New National Advertising Campaign

The Korbel Make It Gold campaign offers an inspirational message that encourages elevating what otherwise might be ordinary moments.

https://wineindustryadvisor.com/2020/10/26/korbel-launches-new-national-advertising-campaign

NH Liquor & Wine Outlets Named One Of Top 10 U.S. Retailers

Beating out large, private and national competitors, the New Hampshire Liquor Commission (NHLC) has been named one of the top 10 retailers in the country by Beverage Dynamics,

https://patch.com/new-hampshire/concord-nh/nh-liquor-wine-outlets-named-one-top-10-u-s-retailers

Top 25 Brands in Nielsen Channels

The rankings appeared in the Wine Industry Metrics section of the October edition of the Wine Analytics Report.

https://www.winebusiness.com/news/?go=getArticle&dataId=237816

5 Myths Surrounding Retailer Direct-to-Consumer Wine Shipping

Here are five myths about retailer DtC shipping, debunked.

https://www.sovos.com/shipcompliant/blog/2020/10/26/5-myths-surrounding-retailer-direct-to-consumer-wine-shipping/

The man who visited every winery in Italy

He is 93 years old, and from the age of 18, his sole goal and activity has been to visit every winery in Italy

https://acevola.blogspot.com/2020/10/the-man-who-visited-every-winery-in.html

Best Wine Podcasts 2020

Our Podcast The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW) Listed On Player.FM Site

https://player.fm/featured/wine

The New Bud Light Ugly Sweater Seltzer Flavors, Tasted and Ranked

New line of “Ugly Sweater Seltzers” to help you cozy up as the weather changes. The line includes the brand’s classic Cranberry flavor as well as newcomers: Apple Crisp, Peppermint Pattie, and Gingersnap.

https://vinepair.com/booze-news/bud-light-ugly-sweater-seltzers/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=d27bdfeead-OCT_28_2020&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-d27bdfeead-38937345&mc_cid=d27bdfeead&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Pairing walnuts and wine? That’s fine

Pairing walnuts and wine is popular in Europe and Southeast Asia.

https://www.recordnet.com/story/lifestyle/food/2020/10/27/walnuts-stockton-lodi-wine-cheese-make-any-culinary-creation-special/6009753002/

How to Make Your Own Spiced Rum at Home

Spiced rums provide a connection to the various cultures across the islands, which is one of the most beautiful parts of drinking spirits.

https://www.winemag.com/2020/10/27/make-best-spiced-rum-home/

Is Somebody Stealing Your Wine?

Why do winemakers use a tool to extract wine from a barrel?

https://winehistoryproject.org/wine-thief/

Clean Wines: The Truth About Biogenic Amines and Wine

Let’s explore some of the fears around wine additives and sulfites and find out what’s actually giving you a headache.

https://winefolly.com/deep-dive/clean-wines-the-truth-about-biogenic-amines-and-wine/?utm_campaign=clean-wine-wine-terms&utm_medium=newsletter&utm_source=email&_ke=eyJrbF9lbWFpbCI6ICJmcmFua2xpbmxpcXVvcnNAdmVyaXpvbi5uZXQiLCAia2xfY29tcGFueV9pZCI6ICJRZE5ZNHkifQ%3D%3D

Kim Crawford Unveils “Illuminate” Range Of Low-Calorie Wines

Constellation Brands is looking to expand the consumption occasions for its New Zealand-based Kim Crawford wine brand with a new lower-calorie line of wines called Illuminate. The new range initially will include Sauvignon Blanc and Rosé offerings retailing at $18 a 750-ml. The Illuminate wines, which are at 7% abv and have 70 calories a glass, use “spinning cone” technology to reduce the alcohol from a portion of the base wine without impacting its aromas or flavor profile, according to the company.

Kim Crawford Illuminate is getting a soft launch this fall, ahead of a wider rollout next March. Winemaker Anthony Walkenhorst tells SND the new products are geared toward “health and wellness-oriented consumers” and “sessionable” daytime drinking occasions like brunch or back yard parties in which light beer and seltzer have held sway.

According to Impact Databank, Kim Crawford is the sixth-largest imported table wine brand in the U.S., having averaged 15% annual growth over the past decade to reach 1.37 million cases and a retail value of $275 million. With Illuminate, the Kiwi import is looking to fend off the emergent challenge from hard seltzer and raise its profile in the so-called “better for you” drinks category.

How do I know if a sparkling wine is fruit-forward vs. yeasty?

Yeasty notes in sparkling wine are either the result of a bubbly that has undergone malolactic conversion (aka “malo” or “ML”) and/or autolysis (the breaking down of dead yeast cells) and lees aging.

https://www.winespectator.com/articles/how-do-i-know-if-a-sparkling-wine-is-fruit-forward-vs-yeasty

What’s The Deal With Carbonic Maceration In Wine?

What is carbonic maceration and how can it make a grape such as Tannat, for example, quaffable?

https://www.forbes.com/sites/michellewilliams/2020/10/29/whats-the-deal-with-carbonic-maceration-in-wine/?sh=1e6e7f277a83

Champagne’s Rule-Breaking Winemakers Have a Sweet Secret

The issue has come to a head in the Champagne region recently, when the AOC discovered through an Instagram post that organically farmed, biodynamic eighth-generation producer Lelarge-Pugeot was using honey in the dosage of one of its Champagnes, the Bises.

https://www.winemag.com/2020/10/29/champagne-honey-dosage/

The Natural Wine School

At the Natural Wine School, we have courses that prepare you to meet these new challenges. In fact, our Wine & Wellness Certification is the only training of its type in the industry.

https://www.thewinebuzz.com/the-future-of-wine-is-wellness/

Icewine Uncorked: Canada’s frozen gem

Eiswein made its way to Canada in the hands of Germanic immigrants as recently as the early 1970s and, upon realising the local climate’s suitability – warm summers to ripen the grapes and cold winters to freeze the grapes – Icewine had found a new home.

https://winetitles.com.au/icewine-uncorked-canadas-frozen-gem/

Does Celebrity Booze Need Its Own App?

Undoubtedly, the genre of celebrity booze is booming

https://punchdrink.com/articles/does-celebrity-booze-need-its-own-app-grapestar/

The Wine World Has A Sexual Harassment Problem

One master sommelier, according to these accounts, propositioned at least 15 candidates, sometimes promising professional favors in return for sex.

https://www.nytimes.com/2020/10/29/dining/drinks/court-of-master-sommeliers-sexual-harassment-wine.html

10 of the Best Seasonal Cocktail Recipes for Fall

Throw on a sweater, grab a blanket, and cozy up with these 10 cocktails from VinePair’s recipe library to get in the spirit of fall.

https://vinepair.com/articles/10-fall-cocktail-recipes-2020/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=08f6f7439d-OCT_30_2020_FixedResend&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-08f6f7439d-38937345&mc_cid=08f6f7439d&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

12 Things You Should Know About Genesee Brewery

Now part of FIFCO USA, the eighth-largest beer company in the United States, Genesee is keeping things fresh with trendy collaborations and dry-hopped variations of its classic beers.

https://vinepair.com/articles/genesee-brewery-guide/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=08f6f7439d-OCT_30_2020_FixedResend&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-08f6f7439d-38937345&mc_cid=08f6f7439d&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

The Best Beers in America, According to Homebrewers (2020)

For the fourth year in a row, Bell’s Brewery’s Two Hearted Ale secured the top slot.

https://vinepair.com/booze-news/the-best-beers-america-2020/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=08f6f7439d-OCT_30_2020_FixedResend&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-08f6f7439d-38937345&mc_cid=08f6f7439d&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

11 Best Wines for Thanksgiving 2020, According to a Sommelier

No matter what form your dinner takes, after spending all afternoon in the kitchen to cook up the perfect Thanksgiving feast, you’ll want to highlight all your hard work with fantastic wine pairings,

https://www.prevention.com/food-nutrition/g34520774/best-thanksgiving-wine/

Five Things You Didn’t Know About Texas Wine

Unlike many wine regions, where the vineyards are usually located in the same place as the wineries, the majority of Texas wine grapes are grown in the Panhandle.

https://www.texasmonthly.com/food/five-things-you-didnt-know-about-texas-wine/

Here are the rules for pairing wine with chocolate

Chocolate and wine can be toe-curlingly good or downright horrendous. But you can nail it every time if you follow the rules. They’re not hard. But they matter.

First: Pair white chocolate with light wine.

Second: Pair dark chocolate with reds with a touch of bitterness.

Third: Pair milk chocolate with saturated, fruit-forward reds.

Fourth: Pair nutty chocolate with wooded wine.

Is It a Good Idea to Serve Canned Wine at Your Wedding?

Canned wines can certainly have a place at your wedding, especially now, in the age of social distancing, when single-serve beverage options are essential in terms of keeping everyone safe.

https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/good-idea-serve-canned-wine-154151122.html?guccounter=1&guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&guce_referrer_sig=AQAAAHGgEpL-98r2q9ENXahr9614FYLoWUYxP4QTY3FnUZtzjXS2bjAqffwSsHt8lKF25eUBNsU6wTj2TC82UxjvYjVmQR2WKeRZfoWIYn-ygZVjFDS3NrSGAM2V8rDqYwLZ_z7Ud91dqFvI9HOzJnXt2hMmA1_kJzRFA-lh5choYDix

Thanksgiving Side Dish Recipes and Wine Pairings

Side dishes always present an opportunity for a bit of freestyle fun.

https://www.crateandbarrel.com/the-frame/side-dish-wine-pairings

GIFT SETS FOR EVERY OCCASION

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All of our gift sets arrive in our luxurious packaging
for the ultimate unboxing experience.

https://my.boissetcollection.com/franklin_wine_club/products/catalog/gift-sets-879

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

Franklin Wine Club Wines

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Liquor Industry News 11-02-20

November 2, 2020

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11-02-2020

Liquor Industry Week In Review

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

Pairing Pumpkin with Wine

Seven of the Best Cognac Cocktail Recipes for Fall

Five Tips for Making Holiday Meals More Wine-Friendly

Everything You Need to Know About Scotch Highball Variations

Even though the highball recipe is nothing more than spirit (traditionally, whisky) combined with soda water, garnished with a lemon peel, there’s an art to achieving the proper balance.

California’s fabled wine region is having ‘the most horrible, devastating and catastrophic year’

Napa’s wine region consists of 46,000 acres under cultivation, but with its hotels, restaurants and other tourism-related businesses, it provides an estimated $9.5 billion annually to the local economy and $34 billion nationally, even though its crop production accounts for only about 4% of California’s wine grapes.

https://www.marketwatch.com/story/californias-fabled-wine-region-is-having-the-most-horrible-devastating-and-catastrophic-year-11603156838

80% OF NAPA WINERIES ARE MOVING FORWARD WITH THE 2020 VINTAGE

According to recent figures from Napa Valley Vintners, less than 20 of Napa Valley’s winemaking facilities suffered major damage from the Glass Fire. Keen to move forward, at least 80% of the wineries in the Napa Valley are pushing on the with the production of the 2020 vintage.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2020/10/80-of-napa-wineries-are-moving-forward-with-the-2020-vintage/

Two-thirds of US seltzer switching gains come from beer

IRI’s data showed that alcoholic seltzer is now worth $1.8 billion in the United States, seeing growth of 233 per cent in 2018 and 350 per cent last year.

https://www.brewsnews.com.au/2020/10/16/two-thirds-of-us-seltzer-growth-switching-from-beer/

STAR TREK COCKTAIL BOOK LAUNCHES

Called Star Trek Cocktails: A Stellar Compendium, the cocktails are divided into themes,

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2020/10/star-trek-cocktail-book-launches/

11 Apple Brandy Cocktail Recipes to Make This Fall

An easy way to get that quintessential fall feeling is mixing up a drink using apple brandy.

https://vinepair.com/articles/11-best-apple-brandy-cocktail-recipes/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=b6f956e037-OCT_21_2020&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-b6f956e037-38937345&mc_cid=b6f956e037&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

New Seltzer

Brewing giant Heineken USA has teamed with Arizona Beverages to create Arizona SunRise hard seltzer. The 4.6% abv seltzers will come in four Arizona juice flavors—Lemon, Grapefruit, Mucho Mango, and Cherry Punch—and have 100 calories per 11.5-ounce serving. Arizona SunRise will launch nationally in Q1 2021 in variety 12-packs of 11.5-ounce cans and single serving 19.2-ounce cans.

21 gift ideas for the wine lover in your life

From $8 accessories to items to indulge with, there’s something here for everyone.

https://www.azcentral.com/story/tech/reviewedcom/2020/10/20/21-best-wine-gifts-2020-gift-ideas-wine-lover-your-life/5981886002/

DIAGEO LAUNCHES ALCOHOL-FREE GUINNESS

It will be available in pubs across Ireland and Great Britain from Spring 2021 and available in more markets throughout the world later in 2021.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2020/10/diageo-launches-alcohol-free-guinness/

VILLA MARIA LAUNCHES NZ’S FIRST WINE-BASED SELTZER

he range will be on sale in NZ liquor outlets and select on-premise sites from 26 October, with plans to roll it out internationally from early 2021.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2020/10/villa-maria-launches-nzs-first-wine-based-seltzer/

Decoding French Wine Classifications

France, there is a governing body called the INAO: the Institut National de l’Origine et de la Qualité. This branch of the French Ministry of Agriculture ensures quality for wine, cheese, and other food products.

https://winefolly.com/deep-dive/what-is-aoc-wine/?utm_campaign=aoc-wines-wine-quality-email&utm_medium=newsletter&utm_source=email&_ke=eyJrbF9lbWFpbCI6ICJmcmFua2xpbmxpcXVvcnNAdmVyaXpvbi5uZXQiLCAia2xfY29tcGFueV9pZCI6ICJRZE5ZNHkifQ%3D%3D

The Ultimate Guide to New Zealand Wine

Vines were planted here in earnest in the mid-1800s, but winemaking only truly took off in the 1970s.

https://vinepair.com/articles/the-ultimate-guide-to-new-zealand-wine/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=35df9239c1-OCT_22_2020&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-35df9239c1-38937345&mc_cid=35df9239c1&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Yes, Wine Scores Still Matter

I can’t see how anyone who values knowledge can argue that any form of legitimate information should be stopped.

https://www.winemag.com/2020/10/21/wine-scores-matter/

The Unwritten Rules of Tasting Room Etiquette

We asked wine professionals from around the country to weigh in on the pet peeves they encounter in tasting rooms, and how visitors can sidestep them.

https://www.winemag.com/2018/05/08/rules-tasting-room-etiquette/

Five Tips for Making Holiday Meals More Wine-Friendly

Wine Pairing Tips & Recipes to help bring a taste of Sonoma wine country to your table

https://www.winemag.com/2020/10/21/five-tips-for-making-holiday-meals-more-wine-friendly/

Quini Expands Wine Sensory Data Market Coverage to Australia

Quini’s market coverage starts with the country’s three largest cities by population, Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane.

https://wineindustryadvisor.com/2020/10/21/quini-expands-coverage-australia

Do dessert wines lose their sweetness with age?

The amount of sugar in a wine doesn’t change as it ages. But the way a wine tastes changes a great deal.

https://www.winespectator.com/articles/do-dessert-wines-lose-their-sweetness-with-age

A New Wine Map?

Those traditional maps are to a degree misleading if their aim is to capture the geography of wine.

https://foodandwineaesthetics.com/2020/10/22/a-new-wine-map/

Seven of the Best Cognac Cocktail Recipes for Fall

, Cognac is the perfect drink to cozy up with at the end of a long day.

https://vinepair.com/articles/7-best-cognac-cocktail-recipes/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=0d9bcb4285-OCT_23_2020&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-0d9bcb4285-38937345&mc_cid=0d9bcb4285&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

Oregon vineyards lose lawsuit against marijuana operation

Two Oregon wine grape growers have failed to convince a state judge their grapes would be harmed by odors from a neighboring marijuana operation.

https://www.capitalpress.com/state/oregon/oregon-vineyards-lose-lawsuit-against-marijuana-operation/article_f6a0f460-13ea-11eb-9105-dbd769ba4767.html

Wine Helps with Cannabis Classification

An AVA-style system is proposed for weed and wine organizations are keen to help – up to a point.

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2020/10/wine-helps-with-cannabis-classification

Franklin MA brothers’ new wine import business focuses on down-to-earth wines

What started as a hobby has turned into a life’s passion,

https://franklin.wickedlocal.com/news/20201023/taste-for-wine-franklin-brothers-new-wine-import-business-focuses-on-down-to-earth-wines

Snapchat can now scan food and wine labels

Snapchat is adding food and wine labels to its visual search lineup

https://www.engadget.com/snapchat-scan-food-and-wine-labels-130019011.html

How to Scan a Barcode With Snapchat for Wine and Nutrition Info

https://lifehacker.com/how-to-scan-a-barcode-with-snapchat-for-wine-and-nutrit-1845455235

You Can Now Get F*ck Covid-19 Wine

Winemaker making a very special F**k Covid-19 wine that we must try

https://www.tyla.com/tasty/news-food-and-drink-you-can-now-get-fck-covid-19-wine-20201022

Here’s How to Buy the Best Cheap Wine (That Also Tastes Good)

So how do you choose an inexpensive wine that tastes delicious?

https://www.yakimaherald.com/news/business/pennyhoarder/here-s-how-to-buy-the-best-cheap-wine-that-also-tastes-good/article_c8a5fea8-8f85-528e-b2f4-429a07af163e.html

What Makes Great Wine… Great?

Sure, the concepts of the wine’s complexity and depth are elusive. But what if we can characterize what makes wine so enjoyable exactly — with numbers?

https://towardsdatascience.com/what-makes-a-wine-good-ea370601a8e4

Do boxed wines contain more preservatives than bottled wines?

Actually, wines in a box age faster than bottled wines.

https://www.winespectator.com/articles/do-boxed-wines-contain-more-preservatives-than-bottled-wines

Pairing Pumpkin with Wine

Check out these food and wine pairings to get your pumpkin fix!

https://www.dcanterwines.com/blogs/wine-life/oh-my-gourd-pairing-pumpkin-with-wine/

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Liquor Industry News 10-26-20

October 26, 2020

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2020/10/here-are-12-covid-era-wine-consumer-trends/

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10-26-2020

Liquor Industry Week In Review

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

How to Pair (Great) Wine With McDonald’s

America’s Favorite Drinks Over Time

Five Tips on How to Pair Beer and Food

HERE ARE 12 COVID-ERA WINE CONSUMER TRENDSThe Wine Intelligence report, called Wine Consumer Trends in the Covid-19 Era, was published last week, and highlights a mini-boom for wine since the pandemic struck, although it also warns of dark economic clouds on the horizon.

8 Essential Bottles to Stock Your Home Bar for Fall

Here are eight essential bottles to build your home bar

https://vinepair.com/articles/8-best-bottles-home-bar-2020/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=c144c6c623-OCT_12_2020&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-c144c6c623-38937345&mc_cid=c144c6c623&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

How to Pair Wine With Fish and Seafood

Wine can play a key role here, enhancing the flavors of things like fresh blue crab or dishes like cioppino.

https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/how-to-pair-wine-seafood/

A Wine Dispenser for Your Counter

The Boxxle provides a more elegant option than a cardboard box for dispensing wine in bulk, much like decanting that grocery store container of milk into a pitcher.

https://www.nytimes.com/2020/10/12/dining/drinks/boxxle-wine-dispenser.html

Why You Should Be Drinking Piedmont’s Barbera d’Asti DOCG Wine

Barbera d’Asti has grown in recognition over the last two decades and it is now a DOCG of its own, giving international renown to its producers.

https://vinepair.com/articles/piedmonts-barbera-dasti-docg-wine-infographic/

Why You Should Be Using Fresh Herbs in Your Cocktails

A few basil leaves or sprinkle of thyme can change a dull drink into a delicious one, adding depth of flavor that liqueurs and mixers just can’t compete with.

https://vinepair.com/articles/best-herbs-cocktail-recipes/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=a30ba3e820-OCT_14_2020&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-a30ba3e820-38937345&mc_cid=a30ba3e820&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

How to Pair (Great) Wine With Food From Trader Joe’s

There’s a reason Trader Joe’s is everyone’s favorite grocery store. Quirky, confusingly cheap, and consistently delicious is a combination that’s hard to beat.

https://www.grubstreet.com/2020/10/the-best-wine-to-drink-with-food-from-trader-joes.html

Is It Wine or Something Like Wine?

Chances are what you’re drinking is less like wine, more like a wine beverage

https://shepherdexpress.com/food/eat-drink/is-it-wine-or-something-like-wine/

“Fruit Bombs” are Misnamed

So why do we call riper, higher alcohol wines fruit bombs and why do consumers seem to gravitate toward them?

https://foodandwineaesthetics.com/2020/10/14/fruit-bombs-are-misnamed/

Five Tips on How to Pair Beer and Food

Here are some tips on how to pair the best beer with the right flavor profiles

https://www.sarasotamagazine.com/eat-and-drink/2020/10/beer-food-pairings

Wine consumption in context – any cancer risk?

What does the scientific evidence say?

https://www.wineinformationcouncil.eu/index.php?option=com_k2&view=item&id=3340:wine-consumption-in-context-any-cancer-risk&Itemid=640

Pennsylvanians Spent Over $50 Million on Barefoot Wine in 2020

Since the beginning of 2020, state-run stores, which stock liquor and wine but not beer, sold over $50 million in Barefoot wine, that super-affordable brand with the foot-shaped logo.

https://philly.eater.com/2020/10/14/21503269/pennsylvania-drinking-habits-barefoot-wine-vodka-whiskey

TTB revises labeling rule on gluten-free spirits

As the rule applied to distilled foods, spirits could only use the gluten-free labeling if they were made from ingredients that do not contain gluten, such as grapes, corn or potatoes.

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2020/10/ttb-revises-labelling-rule-on-gluten-free-spirits/

2020 Wine Buying Guide

Learn what varieties and regions are known for excellent quality along with a few added examples to get you started.

https://winefolly.com/tips/2020-wine-buying-guide-red-white-and-rose/?utm_campaign=wine-buyers-guide-newsletter&utm_medium=newsletter&utm_source=email&_ke=eyJrbF9lbWFpbCI6ICJmcmFua2xpbmxpcXVvcnNAdmVyaXpvbi5uZXQiLCAia2xfY29tcGFueV9pZCI6ICJRZE5ZNHkifQ%3D%3D

The History of the Rob Roy Cocktail

If a cocktail is named after someone, that someone probably had very little to do with the actual cocktail’s creation.

https://vinepair.com/articles/the-history-of-the-rob-roy-cocktail/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=b1ec56e920-OCT_15_2020&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-b1ec56e920-38937345&mc_cid=b1ec56e920&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

America’s Favorite Drinks Over Time

U.S. drinkers consistently chose beer as their favorite alcoholic beverage

https://vinepair.com/articles/americas-favorite-drinks-infographic/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=b1ec56e920-OCT_15_2020&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-b1ec56e920-38937345&mc_cid=b1ec56e920&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

WINES OF FRANCE

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The Wines of France certificate leads you on a virtual tour, from grape to glass, of eight important French wine regions.

https://www.ecornell.com/certificates/hospitality-and-foodservice-management/wines-of-france/

Svedka Targets Canned Cocktail Segment With Vodka Sodas

Constellation Brands has extended Svedka with a new range of canned Vodka Soda cocktails. The new offerings, made with real fruit juice and natural flavors, are at 8% abv and come in Strawberry Lemonade, Black Cherry Lime, and Mango Pineapple flavors. They’re rolling out now, retailing at $13 a 4-pack of 12-ounce cans, and $3 an individual can.

The canned cocktail space has been growing rapidly this year, with other key vodka players including Ketel One (Botanical Vodka Spritzes) and Absolut (Vodka Sodas and other cocktails) also launching new entries in the segment.

Svedka’s Vodka Soda launch follows the brand’s spring introduction of Pure Infusions, a line of naturally flavored vodkas made without sugar. The Swedish vodka brand reached 4.55 million cases in the U.S. last year, according to Impact Databank, and has averaged just over 5% annual growth over the last decade.

What’s hitting the shelves? New beverage launches: October

From flavored vodka to French sake, we take a look at some of the new products hitting the shelves around the globe this month.

https://www.beveragedaily.com/Article/2020/10/13/New-beverage-launches-October-2020?utm_source=newsletter_daily&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=15-Oct-2020

Italian police break up counterfeit wine ring

Italian police have broken up a ring producing counterfeit Sassicaia wine, a variety considered among the finest in the world that sells for hundreds of euros a bottle,

https://www.cnn.com/2020/10/15/europe/italy-wine-fakes-intl-scli/index.html

Diving into the Shark Tank Wine Case

The producer of Copa di Vino, the wine product that got him sent away, has not been implicated in any way; it was just the bait for Falcone’s scheme.

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2020/10/diving-into-the-shark-tank-wine-case

Can a wine’s score improve as it favorably ages?

When our reviewers are scoring new releases, they take their experience with how wines age from these retrospective tastings and other research to not only score the wine, but also give their best recommendation for a drink window.

https://www.winespectator.com/articles/can-a-wine-s-score-improve-as-it-favorably-ages

Have you ever wanted a wine made in the dark? Now you can…

A 100% Chardonnay, traditional method sparkling wine from Slovenia has been ‘harvested and matured in pitch darkness’.

https://www.decanter.com/wine-reviews-tastings/have-you-ever-wanted-a-wine-made-in-the-dark-now-you-can-445612/

Bad taste is killing good wine

The diversity of the wine industry is being crushed by one man’s palate

https://unherd.com/2020/10/is-wine-starting-to-taste-the-same/

The Ultimate Guide To German Wine Regions

Most people don’t often think about German wine, but that’s a mistake that won’t happen again after learning more about German wines and all their distinct flavors.

https://www.wtso.com/blog/the-ultimate-guide-to-german-wine-regions/

How to Hack Bubbles Into Any Cocktail

It’s called the Drinkmate, and it’s sure to change your home bartending game forever.

https://vinepair.com/articles/bubbly-cocktail-recipes/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=abfcbefb5b-OCT_16_2020&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-abfcbefb5b-38937345&mc_cid=abfcbefb5b&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

The New Vocabulary of Wine

The words we use to talk about wine often say more about us than what’s in the glass. Here, a non-exhaustive guide to determining what kind of wine talker you are—or want to be.

https://punchdrink.com/articles/new-vocabulary-wine-sommelier-tasting-terms/

Is wine funny?

When you think about it, wine should be the funniest thing out there. Especially since wine is a social drink, and it has alcohol.

https://www.lodiwine.com/blog/Is-wine-funny-

Behind The Scenes And Underneath The Screwcaps: Tumultuous Times In The Wine Aisle (Part One)

Topics, as we consider some of the forces influencing the selection and availability of wines in our shops and on our tables at home

https://www.forbes.com/sites/cathyhuyghe/2020/10/15/behind-the-scenes-and-underneath-the-screwcaps-tumultuous-times-in-the-wine-aisle-part-one/#2532637b544f

Turbulent Conditions Shift The Global Flow, And The Price, Of Wine (Part Two)

How will Shelter In Place practices continue impact the wines we choose on a regular basis?

https://www.forbes.com/sites/cathyhuyghe/2020/10/16/turbulent-conditions-shift-the-global-flow-and-the-price-of-wine-part-two/#4f6ad461fa0e

How to Pair (Great) Wine With McDonald’s

Wine goes with all!

https://www.grubstreet.com/2020/10/book-excerpt-how-to-pair-wine-with-mcdonalds.html

Wine Pairings to Go with Your Favorite TV Shows

Just as there’s a wine for every food, there’s always a perfect bottle for whatever you’re binging on-screen.

https://www.lamag.com/digestblog/wine-pairings-tv-big-macs-burgundy/

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Franklin Liquors New Daily Newspaper

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Liquor Industry News 10-19-20

October 19, 2020

https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2020/10/rock-band-kiss-to-release-spirits-range/

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By: Mark C Lenzi

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10-19-2020

Liquor Industry Week In Review

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

Wine’s Covid Winners and Losers

9 WINES FOR PUMPKIN SPICE LOVERS

Hacking Vodka: Why It Tastes The Way It Does

Rock band Kiss to release spirits range

The American band currently has two products in the pipeline with Brands for Fans, with more information about the collaborative releases due to be “revealed shortly”.

16 Beer Experts You Should Be Following on Instagram

There is an ever-expanding network of beer lovers and educators online who are keeping their followers in the know.

https://vinepair.com/articles/16-beer-experts-instagram/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=18ecc662b8-OCT_5_2020&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-18ecc662b8-38937345&mc_cid=18ecc662b8&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

What’s the Best Red Wine for Cooking? These 4 Varieties Are Basically Foolproof

There’s no shortage of bottles that could work for a recipe, but there are a few specific styles to stick to when you’re on the hunt for the best red wine for cooking

https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/best-red-wine-cooking-4-200000917.html?guccounter=1&guce_referrer=aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZ29vZ2xlLmNvbS8&guce_referrer_sig=AQAAANAKuNfD0MIODigTR5ulByVl5t_g8L6KTKpOMi5LjPiBOJzSuI9YizupREBAij4Ob0zJ2d-DjX0JHyqpvk0Xdo9YnSaFVmcBUcbTGVYDzgSoCNgvALFqEJOo9GDMvltcvWFQlESoBaDLxBOuApi8a24iL8S1eHxG-K8BbYANp8zw

Constellation Brands reports dim quarter; deal with Gallo now set for Nov. 30 closing

The $1.1 billion deal will include the Clos du Bois winery in Geyserville and the Ravenswood and Mark West brands.

https://www.pressdemocrat.com/article/business/constellation-brands-reports-dim-quarter-deal-with-gallo-now-set-for-nov/

What You Need to Know About Vin de France

Vin de France has definitely come into its own since France established the category a decade ago.

https://daily.sevenfifty.com/what-you-need-to-know-about-vin-de-france/

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American Beer Mascots Time Forgot

The mascots that endeared themselves to the beer-drinking public were equally intended to gain men’s attention

https://vinepair.com/articles/famous-american-beer-brand-mascots/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=4d9ece09c8-OCT_6_2020&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-4d9ece09c8-38937345&mc_cid=4d9ece09c8&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

10 Things You Should Know About Angel’s Envy

Since its launch in 2011, Angel’s Envy’s unique take on Kentucky bourbon has turned the brand into a household name

https://vinepair.com/articles/angels-envy-bourbon-rye-guide/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=4d9ece09c8-OCT_6_2020&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-4d9ece09c8-38937345&mc_cid=4d9ece09c8&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

QUINI Upgrades Top Rated Wine API

New configurations enable online wine DTC (Direct To Consumer) site operators to automate wine data and tasting note publishing, saving valuable time and cost.

https://wineindustryadvisor.com/2020/10/05/quini-upgrades-top-rated-wine-api

How to Start Collecting Wine at Any Budget

Here are tips and strategies for all types of aspiring collectors and connoisseurs, organized by budget.

https://www.winemag.com/2020/10/06/start-collecting-wine-any-budget/

An Estimated 80% of Napa Cabernet May Be Lost to Fire and Smoke

Napa has been through devastation before, but this fire season has been the worst ever, with more wineries lost this year than in 2017.

https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2020-10-06/napa-fire-update-estimated-80-of-cabernet-lost-to-fire-smoke

Beer Wine And Spirits Show

Talking trash problem in MA (NIPS)

Don’t ban nip instead MA has a solution called “Pick Up MA”

Partnering with the Keep America Beautiful group

37:15 Why Bans Don’t Work And The Pick Up MA Movement

Champagne Day October 23rd

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No Liquor License For BJ’s In Framingham MA, Board Decides

Great To See “Public Need” Enforced

A battle over a liquor license transfer to the Framingham BJ’s store appears to be over for now.

The board had denied a license transfer last year because it would be within 800 feet of another licensee

The board denied the application based primarily upon the proximity of the proposed license to another liquor license, the existing density of liquor licenses in the immediate area (given the character and layout of the neighborhood), lack of variety/uniqueness in the proposed offerings, and duplicative of other licenses in the area

The board determined that the elements of ‘public need’ pursuant to state law were not met.

https://patch.com/massachusetts/framingham/framingham-denies-bjs-liquor-license-transfer

Turkish Wine 101

Turkish wine remains a well-kept secret; but one well worth discovering.

https://vintnerproject.com/discover/wine/turkish-wine-101/

Hacking Vodka: Why It Tastes The Way It Does

Historically, the Alcohol and Tobacco Tax and Trade Bureau (TTB) defined vodka as a spirit “without distinctive character, aroma, taste or color.”

https://www.forbes.com/sites/joemicallef/2020/10/06/hacking-vodka-why-it-tastes-the-way-it-does/#147f1ce429a9

Four Virtual Wine Education Programs for Every Budget

A new wave of low-cost or free virtual offerings is making wine education more accessible.

https://www.winemag.com/2020/10/07/best-budget-virtual-wine-education-programs/

New guide helps to identify and prevent common wine faults

“Wine Faults Series” provides a basic overview of 12 common wine faults, including volatile acidity, cork taint, oxidation, excessive sulfur dioxide, refermentation and many more.

https://www.aberdeennews.com/farm_forum/new-guide-helps-to-identify-and-prevent-common-wine-faults/article_7bc3c9a8-035e-11eb-8ebc-570264ae41de.html

9 WINES FOR PUMPKIN SPICE LOVERS

Thankfully, coffee isn’t the only beverage that can give you that pumpkin spice fix. Certain wines actually have a “pumpkin spice” flavor profile.

https://blog.brightcellars.com/9-wines-for-pumpkin-spice-lovers/

The Calories in the Most Popular Hard Teas, Coffees, Kombuchas, and Lemonades

Just how many calories are in some of the country’s most popular RTDs.

https://vinepair.com/articles/calories-hard-tea-coffee-lemonade-kombucha/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=a39416d5eb-OCT_9_2020&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-a39416d5eb-38937345&mc_cid=a39416d5eb&mc_eid=d42ed911dc

A Vintage Lost?

The Glass fire only further jeopardized the vintage, and very few wines will be made this year as a result.

https://www.winespectator.com/articles/a-vintage-lost-napa-and-sonoma-vintners-say-2020s-fire-and-smoke-has-ruined-much-of-their-harvest

New Wine

Oakville, California-based Far Niente Family of Wineries and Vineyards has launched Post & Beam Winery. The new label debuts with two wines, a 2018 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon priced at $50 a 750-ml., and a 2019 Napa Valley Chardonnay priced at $35. The wines will be available at retail and at limited restaurant locations throughout California, as well as direct-to-consumer via the winery’s website. Post & Beam joins the Far Niente, Dolce, Nickel & Nickel, EnRoute, and Bella Union brands in the Far Niente portfolio.

28 Wineries Join the Grand Reserve™ World Mastercard® Rewards Program for Wine Enthusiasts

Cardmembers enjoy significant bonus points on direct purchases from the newly added partner wineries, and enjoy other benefits such as exclusive offers and exclusive event access.

https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/28-wineries-join-the-grand-reserve-world-mastercard-rewards-program-for-wine-enthusiasts-301149002.html

Wine’s Covid Winners and Losers

Smaller brands formerly reliant on the restaurant industry are rushing to develop direct-to-consumer networks.

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2020/10/wines-covid-winners-and-losers

Two Gripping New Wine Documentaries Debut

Wine and War and Wine Crush (Vas-y Coupe!), out this week, feature a harrowing journey into Lebanon’s winemaking amid civil war, and the travails of a cult Champagne grower

https://www.winespectator.com/articles/war-torn-wine-worst-champagne-harvest-two-gripping-new-wine-documentaries-debut-unfiltered

Exploring Pinotage

I think it would be fair to say that Pinotage is not everyone’s cup of tea.

https://www.winesofsa.co.uk/news-features/exploring-pinotage/#article

Sangiovese crossword

Find yourself a glass of red and test your knowledge on this grape with our Sangiovese crossword…

https://www.decanter.com/learn/crosswords/sangiovese-crossword-445499/

Wormtown Brewery releases Table Talk Pumpkin Pie beer

A fall collaboration between Wormtown Brewery and Table Talk Pies is becoming as synonymous as the leaves changing and the temperatures dipping.

https://www.masslive.com/worcester/2020/10/wormtown-brewery-releases-table-talk-pumpkin-pie-beer-on-friday-available-in-16-ounce-cans-for-first-time.html

8 best wine advent calendars to toast Christmas this year

Boozy Christmas countdowns are one of the most popular gifts at this time of year

UK Site

BUT good ideas

https://www.hellomagazine.com/cuisine/2020100798630/best-wine-advent-calendars-for-christmas/

These under-the-radar grapes are gaining attention with Arizona winemakers. Here’s why

More than 100 Arizona wineries rely on fruit from the three designated American Viticultural Areas of the Verde Valley, Sonoita and Willcox.

https://www.azcentral.com/story/entertainment/dining/2020/10/10/arizona-wine-under-radar-grapes-gaining-attention-winemakers/3596047001/

Curried Pumpkin Soup

Chenin Blanc is a wonderful pairing for fruits and vegetables in general, and pumpkin and butternut squash in particular

https://www.winemag.com/recipe/curried-pumpkin-soup/

Perfect Pasta Pairings

Whether you like your sauce red, creamy, or green, here are some delicious pairings to help you make the most out of your meal.

https://www.dcanterwines.com/blogs/wine-life/perfect-pasta-pairings/

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