Franklin Liquors-The Wonderful World of Wine

Liquor Industry News/Links

05-28-16

Franklin Liquors

By: Mark C Lenzi

CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, QCE*

Franklin Liquors Hosted This Week

Franklin Wine Club Evolution Of Red Blends Event

Read All About It

Our Memorial Day Sale Newsletter!

Reminder NO Alcohol Sales Allowed In MA

Monday The 30th!

Take Care

Franklin Liquors

Mike & Mark

#shopfranklin

 

Liquor Industry Week In Review

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

Orange Wines

Red Grapes Of Italian Wines

Whale Vomit Beer

AND MORE!

Franklin Liquors New Daily Newspaper

The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW)

 Our Daily Wine Newspaper

https://t.co/uSKfS74nvQ 

Low Histamines interview with Dr. Eugenio Franzero nutritionist and food intolerance expert (English and Italian version)

Will try to clarify the Histamines, what they are, their effects linked to food intolerance and to our research Low Histamines, wines thanks at their particularities and uniqueness,

http://lowhistamines.blogspot.it/2016/05/low-histamines-interview-with-dr.html#sthash.kYONzZya.dpuf

Croatia is the Largest Biggest Wine Drinking Nation Per Capita

Take away the tiny countries of Andorra and The Vatican, and Croatia is the number one wine drinking country in the world, according to a table from The Wine Institute doing the social media rounds on May 17, 2016.

https://www.total-croatia-news.com/item/11950-croatia-is-the-largest-biggest-wine-drinking-nation-per-capita

Watch German barman break record carrying 24 beer steins – Guinness World Records Italian Show

Oliver Struempfel from Germany successfully broke the record for the Most beer steins carried over 40 m (male) on the set of Lo Show dei Record in Milan with a staggering 24 pints – bettering his previous record by three steins.

https://youtu.be/GumKshYu0Mo

 

Craft Beer Preferences

 

How to Shop for Craft Beer

The next time you’re shopping for beer, try these expert tips for filling your cart.

https://beerandbrewing.com/VzYyNigAABgTJNal/article/how-to-shop-for-craft-beer?utm_source=Daily+Brew&utm_campaign=b4b0ff06b9-The+Daily+Brew%3A+May+20%2C+2016&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_935b7e0b70-b4b0ff06b9-36686829

 

THE WINE YOU SHOULD DRINK BASED ON YOUR FAVORITE BRAND OF YOGA PANTS

The wine you should be drinking after your yoga class based on the yoga pants brand you happen to be wearing.

http://vinepair.com/wine-blog/the-wine-you-should-drink-based-on-your-favorite-brand-of-yoga-pants/?utm_source=The+Drop+by+VinePair&utm_campaign=547fc3aa94-May_22_2016&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_b653fb8c99-547fc3aa94-38937345

WEARABLE ALCOHOL MONITOR

A San Francisco-based tech company has won a $200,000 prize for its wearable alcohol monitor capable of detecting a person’s blood alcohol levels and alerting a user when they should stop drinking.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2016/05/wearable-alcohol-monitor-wins-us-200k-prize/

The orange wines of Friuli

As of the 1990s, the so-called “Friuli style” of white wine production was adopted by other Italian white wine regions hoping to challenge Friuli’s success.

https://www.winescholarguild.org/italy/blog/orange-wines-friuli.html

What Coffee You Should Order Based on What Kind of Wine You Like

Picking a wine is hard, but switching up your coffee choice = even harder. Luckily you can now kill two birds with one stone, because new research suggests that your wine preference often determines the kind of coffee you will enjoy most.

http://www.marieclaire.com/food-cocktails/a20489/coffee-order-based-on-what-kind-of-wine-you-like/

 

TTB Administratively Approves New Grape Varieties Mustang and Riverbank

The new grape varieties, Mustang and Riverbank, can be used on American wine labels

http://www.winelawonreserve.com/2016/05/23/ttb-administratively-approves-grape-varieties-mustang-riverbank/?utm_source=On+Reserve%3A+A+Wine+Law+Blog&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=59cbd52ec4-RSS_EMAIL_CAMPAIGN&utm_term=0_26d2f0b59f-59cbd52ec4-121923797

The (Legal) Truth Behind American Viticultural Areas

What are American Viticultural Areas (AVAs)? Are they appellations?

http://www.winelawonreserve.com/2016/05/23/legal-truth-american-viticultural-areas/?utm_source=On+Reserve%3A+A+Wine+Law+Blog&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=59cbd52ec4-RSS_EMAIL_CAMPAIGN&utm_term=0_26d2f0b59f-59cbd52ec4-121923797

 

DFV Ups Monterey Presence With Santa Lucia Highlands Vineyard Buy

Delicato Family Vineyards (DFV) has acquired River Road Vineyard in the Santa Lucia Highlands from the McFarland family. The purchase, which was made for an undisclosed sum, includes 243 acres planted to Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Riesling. DFV said it will begin incorporating fruit from River Road in future luxury programs, and also pursue replanting, with focus on Pinot Noir.

River Road was originally planted in 1972 by the late Jerry McFarland, whose family will continue to source fruit from River Road for the McFarland brand. For DFV, the acquisition complements the company’s existing Monterey vineyard holdings, which include the San Bernabe Vineyard in the sub-appellation of the same name.

The Grapes Behind Italian Red Wines

If variety is what you crave in your red wines, then Italy is the place for you.

https://www.fix.com/blog/the-grapes-behind-italian-red-wines/

 

BOTTOM SNIFFER’ BEER FOR DOGS LAUNCHED

A beer for dogs called “Bottom Sniffer” has been launched in the UK, giving owners the chance to partake in a pint with their pooch.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2016/05/bottom-sniffer-beer-for-dogs-launched/

 

NH Trial begins in liquor bid battle

A trial over accusations of bid-rigging in the biggest contract in state history — a $200 million deal with the N.H. Liquor Commission for warehousing services — got under way in superior court

http://www.unionleader.com/Trial-begins-in-liquor-bid-battle-20160524

 

U.S. wine changed forever 40 years ago, but not just at a blind tasting in Paris

Yet there was another event in 1976 that had a similarly profound effect on the industry and on American wine, even on the wider foodie culture staring out at us from magazines, newspapers, TV shows and restaurant menus. On June 4 of that year, the New York Legislature passed the state’s Farm Winery Act. Gov. Hugh Carey signed it the same day.

https://www.washingtonpost.com/posteverything/wp/2016/05/23/u-s-wine-changed-forever-40-years-ago-but-not-just-at-a-blind-tasting-in-paris/

 

Finally, a gadget for beer lovers who can’t pour beer

Japanese company Takara-Tomy’s “Beer Hour Stadium Foamy Head Dispenser” aims to pour beer with a perfect head of foam.

http://www.cnet.com/news/finally-a-gadget-for-the-beer-lovers-who-cant-pour-beer/

 

Becoming Bogle: How a 2-million-case Winery Keeps that Family Feeling

What may be less known is the company’s commitment to sustainability. All 1,600 of the company vineyards are certified sustainable under the stringent “Lodi Rules” regulations and, in an unusual extra step, the company pays a bonus to growers they source from who meet the same standard.

http://www.nomacorc.com/blog/2016/05/becoming-bogle-how-a-2-million-case-winery-keeps-that-family-feeling/?utm_source=Blog+Nomacorc+-+English&utm_campaign=84608da19f-English_Language_Blog_Newsletter10_29_2014&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_e041d5be31-84608da19f-299904425

 

This is how your living room is killing the neighborhood bar

Bars Vs Liquor Stores

White Wines for Red Wine Drinkers

 

There are several white wines that go above and beyond the typical fruity-fresh white style and deliver a savory complexity that is worthy of even the most ardent red wine fan.

http://winefolly.com/tutorial/white-wines-for-red-wine-drinkers/

 

Wine-store signs often deceptive, group says

This means nearly 90 percent of stores had signage promoting wine ratings for bottles containing vintages not actually for sale. In some cases, the vintage had not yet been rated so an older rating had been displayed.

http://www.theday.com/business/20160523/wine-store-signs-often-deceptive-group-says

 

Whale vomit beer could be the next big thing

Moby Dick Ambergris Ale from Robe Town Brewery is brewed with a “pungent, musky substance” called ambergris, which also known as “whale vomit,” reports Australia’s ABC.net.

http://www.foxnews.com/leisure/2016/05/24/whale-vomit-beer-could-be-next-big-thing/

 

California Regulation Requires Warning Labels for BPA

Retailers and tasting rooms are required to post 5” X 5” signs at the point of sale. OEHHA emergency regulations also require that a BPA warning be posted prior to a California consumer purchase of wine via the Internet. The warning should be visible to consumers at the check-out point on winery websites.

http://wineamerica.org/news/california-regulation-requires-warning-labels-for-bpa

What would New Zealand wineries turn to if consumers stopped drinking sauvignon blanc?

It’s the country’s leading variety, accounting for 85% of exports and 21,000ha of New Zealand’s 36,200ha of producing vineyards, and expected to reach 21,900ha by 2018.

http://www.listener.co.nz/lifestyle/wine/sauvignon-blanc-wine-exports/

 

What to know about restaurant wine lists

For most people, ordering wine in a restaurant is a tricky game, rife with pitfalls that are not always accidental.

http://www.pressdemocrat.com/lifestyle/5641472-181/berger-what-to-know-about

 

THE BBQ WINE PAIRING CHART

 

Total Wine To Deliver In MA

Total Wine & More and delivery provider Instacart have extended their alliance to the Boston market. The two companies first partnered in Miami Beach last fall, and also linked in the Texas market this spring. Total Wine’s delivery area in the Boston area will initially include parts of Cambridge, Charlestown, Somerville and downtown Boston.

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2014 & 2015

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Franklin Wine Club Selections

Saké

Beer

Vegan Selections

Liquor

Wines In Our Dispenser

Quini Reviewed Wines

Musings On The Vine Selections

Vinitas Wineworks Selections

AND MORE!

https://www.scankart.com/browse/franklin-liquors/

Stop In And Try!!

MORE ON TAP In Store Kiosk

Interactive Technology While You Shop:

Sale Items

Drink Recipes

Product Information

Events

Food And Wine Pairings

Staff Picks

And More!

https://youtu.be/aPIr_vEF9Jc

 

Upcoming Events

Our 2016 Education Schedule

Franklin Wine Club Meeting

Wine Explorers wanted!

Join Our 370 Club Members!

How To attend and join

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

http://www.facebook.com/FranklinwineclubMA

 

June 1^st

^7pm

Barboursville Vineyards Seminar

An in-depth tasting of the historic Barboursville wines of Charlottesville,

Virginia presented by Elizabeth George of Broadbent Selections. Discover the

winery that celebrates Thomas Jefferson’s vision of making premium wine in

Virginia and learn how an Italian winemaking family created this renowned

estate.

http://www.broadbent.com

http://www.facebook.com/broadbentselections

https://www.bbvwine.com

http://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/231194546/

Yoga And Wine

June 8^th 7Pm

Join Betsy Barry of Franklin Yoga & Wellness and Mark Lenzi of Franklin Liquors for a sensory exploration of wine through the energy systems of the body.

This unique workshop combines a 6o-minute yoga class with a carefully sequenced wine pairing designed to open and balance the major energy centers, known as “chakras.” With a heightened sense of awareness, we will explore each chakra through physical observation of each shared wine, discovering taste, flavor and feel in a new way.

No prior knowledge of yoga or wine is required. Plan to bring an open mind and leave feeling balanced and satisfied with a new appreciation of both wine and self.

7 Chakras And 7 Wines

Class Limit 18

$40 Per Person

http://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/230946115/

June 11^th

^3pm

Vandervalk Farm & Winery Tour/Tasting

Vandervalk Farm and Winery in Mendon.

Enjoy an afternoon Winery Tour and Tasting at this beautiful farm winery.  Come and learn more about how this local, family-run farm grows their own berries and uses them to make delicious fruit wines.  See where the fruit is grown, tour the winemaking facility and sample their popular wines.

FREE Rain Or Shine Event

http://www.vandervalkfarm.com

http://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/231120875/

Franklin Adult Education 2016 Classes

More Coming Soon!

Medway Community Education

 More Soon!

Tri-County Adult Education  

More Soon

Watch For Upcoming Classes Held In Our Wine Room

 

Our Friends That Offer Wine Tastings/Education

Vinitas WineWorks, LLC

Kim M. Simone, Founder and Wine Advisor

We’re an independent wine education and event company, providing unique classes, wine tasting events and personalized consulting. As a professional with a dozen years in the wine business, my favorite part of the job was helping people just like you pick out a great bottle. I’m excited to help you learn about wine in a relaxed environment where you can ask any question, no matter how small or basic.

www.VinitasWineWorks.com

Wine And Chocolate Events

Franklin Liquors And The Sugar Shoppe Partners For

Your Chocolate And Wine Events

Contact Us!

Food And Wine Events

Our Partner

The Moonlight Chef

Franklin Liquors Wine Education

Certified Specialist Of Wine-CSW

Certified Specialist Of Spirits-CSS

Society Of Wine Educators

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

French Wine Scholar FWS-French Wine Society

Quini Certified Educator- QCE (First In USA)

Italian Wine Specialist-IWS-North American Sommelier Association

Looking For Wine Maps?

The best wine maps in the business!!

http://www.delongwine.com/collections/wine-maps#oid=1017_4

Get your complete wine tasting guide disguised as a notebook.

Over 100,000 copies sold worldwide!

http://www.delongwine.com/collections/wine-tasting-notebooks#oid=1017_5

De Long’s Wine Grape Varietal Table

http://www.delongwine.com/products/wine-grape-varietal-table#oid=1017_3

All Our Wines Are Reviewed On Quini

Great wine educational and tasting app.

Every wine we taste and stock is on Quini.

Tell us what you think by rating the wines.

www.quiniwine.com

Find Wine Reviews On Our Website

See And Search Our Latest Reviews!

Search Wine Reviews On Quini

Liquor Industry News/Links

05-21-16

Franklin Liquors

By: Mark C Lenzi

CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, QCE*

Franklin Liquors Hosted This Week

Franklin Wine Club Undurraga Wine Tasting

Read All About It

http://ow.ly/smwX300kqmj

Coming Next Week!

Watch For Our Memorial Day Sale Newsletter!

Take Care

Franklin Liquors

Mike & Mark

#shopfranklin

 

Liquor Industry Week In Review

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

Wine Drinking And Brushing Teeth

Hidden Cost Of Supermarket Liquor Sales

Wine certifications and what they mean.

AND MORE!

Franklin Liquors New Daily Newspaper

The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW)

 Our Daily Wine Newspaper

https://t.co/uSKfS74nvQ 

How to match beer with food

Matching food with beer can lift a dish and showcase the complex nature of a really great brew. Read our four-part guide to pairing different beer styles.

http://www.bbcgoodfood.com/howto/guide/how-match-beer-food

 

America Without Tiers: Changing Wine Distribution

Despite a great diversity in the US wine market, dozens of wine producers – of all sizes – have continued to complain about what they perceive to be limited market access, which they blame on the distribution tier.

 

http://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2016/05/america-without-tiers-changing-wine-distribution

Liquor license caps called a “vestige of Puritan New England”

In general, state statute limits the number of liquor and wine and beer licenses for each city and town based on its population. The Legislature routinely makes exceptions to that law, granting additional licenses to municipalities on an individual basis through a local petition.

“It appears that with growing frequency the exceptions are overtaking the rule,” Senate Minority Leader Bruce Tarr of Gloucester told his colleagues on the floor. He said, “It seems that there is rarely a week that passes that we do not either in formal or informal session grant a municipality an additional liquor license, and usually Mr. President it is more than one.”

http://www.salemnews.com/news/liquor-license-caps-called-a-vestige-of-puritan-new-england/article_29dad0c4-1924-11e6-8471-1bc7a06fa708.html

 

 

Our robot overlords: Whole Foods store replaces wine specialists with iPads

The store aims to target millennials by delivering foods in the Whole Foods ethos but with out the Whole Foods price tag

http://www.drvino.com/2016/05/12/robot-overlords-whole-foods-wine-ipads/

The woman behind the Judgment of Paris

Thanks to Joanne DePuy’s introductions to Chateau Montelena and to Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars, these two wines were included in the Paris tasting.

http://napavalleyregister.com/wine/the-woman-behind-the-judgment-of-paris/article_7cb1719a-94fe-5272-a51e-ddbe4327c056.html

 

Millennials to restaurants: give us more tech

An Oracle study shows that most restaurants aren’t as connected as they should be with younger customers.

http://restaurant-hospitality.com/consumer-trends/millennials-restaurants-give-us-more-tech

 

Common Council denies Wal-Mart liquor license

The majority of the Council cited proximity to other retail sellers of alcohol, a lack of support in the community, concern over the safety of selling liquor in a large store, and because the store is not a new business coming into town.

GREAT TO SEE MORE EXAMPLES IN US OF SMALL BUSINESS SUPPORT

http://www.wiscnews.com/portagedailyregister/news/local/article_9fbb1680-b88b-531f-a0dc-134a3c2d02e5.html

 

These four Massachusetts breweries won big at the World Beer Cup

Plus five other New England beers got awards.

https://www.boston.com/culture/beer/2016/05/12/four-massachusetts-breweries-won-big-world-beer-cup

 

The 1 Surprising Way Wine Drinkers Could Be Damaging Their Teeth

There’s one thing you should never do right after finishing your glass if you care about keeping your mouth in good shape: brush your teeth.

http://www.popsugar.com/food/Why-You-Shouldnt-Brush-Your-Teeth-After-Drinking-Wine-41306172

 

The Science Behind Great Wine

What makes a great wine… great?

http://winefolly.com/review/the-science-behind-great-wine/

 

Leading Tequila Brands

 

Hidden Costs Of Supermarket Sales?

 

WINERY PRODUCES SYNTHETIC ITALIAN SPARKLER

A San Francisco-based start-up has developed a method of making ‘wine’ without grapes that it claims is able to mimic the aroma and flavour profile of fine vintages.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2016/05/winery-produces-synthetic-italian-sparkler/

 

Work underway in Nashua on what will be region’s largest liquor store in NH

Renovations have begun in south Nashua to construct the largest liquor store in New England — right at New Hampshire’s border with Massachusetts.

http://www.unionleader.com/article/20160517/NEWS02/160519375&source=RSS

 

5 Really Weird, Useful Things You Can Do With Wine—Like Scrub Your Produce

Here are five ways you can put those leftovers to use

https://www.washingtonian.com/2016/05/16/5-really-weird-things-you-can-do-with-wine-life-hacks/

 

New beer made by monks arrives in the U.S.

At the Monastero di San Benedetto in central Italy, the monks understand the potential of the U.S. beer market — because these monks are American

http://www.latimes.com/food/dailydish/la-dd-monk-beer-20160513-snap-story.html

 

The Beer Lover’s Infographic

Check out the infographic below for everything you ever wanted to know about beers, including the two main types, brewing terms, popular styles and the best foods to enjoy them with.

http://blog.reserve.com/beer-infographic/?utm_source=Daily+Brew&utm_campaign=854bac03ef-The+Daily+Brew%3A+May+18%2C+2016&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_935b7e0b70-854bac03ef-36686829

 

Chemists create an app that can tell if your beer is skunked

Chemists at the Complutense University of Madrid have created a furfural-sensing polymer disk and app that can tell you when a beer has too much of a “stale” flavor.

http://techcrunch.com/2016/05/19/chemists-create-an-app-that-can-tell-if-your-beer-is-skunked/

 

Bakers seek new law for Rhode Island’s beloved wine biscuits

The state Senate voted unanimously Wednesday to pass legislation that would create a special wine biscuit license allowing bakers to buy up to 2,000 gallons of wine a year from wholesalers.

http://journaltimes.com/business/bakers-seek-new-law-for-rhode-island-s-beloved-wine/article_d29c3b4f-935d-5b3b-a096-d298adf206cc.html

Better Than Organic: Sustainability and Wine

There are a myriad (read: hot mess) of certifications in wine. In an attempt to make sense of sustainability in wine, here is a guide to some of the most commonly used wine certifications and what they mean.

http://winefolly.com/tutorial/beyond-organic-certified-sustainable-wine/

 

Sign Up For Our Newsletters

Get updated On Liquor Industry News, Events, Sales And More!

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Find Us Online

VOTED BEST (GOLD) LIQUOR STORE IN 16 TOWN REGION 

2014 & 2015

www.franklinliquors.com

Like Us On Facebook

www.facebook.com/franklinliquorsMA

Follow Us On Twitter

www.twitter.com/franklinliquors

Our Latest Specials

Liquor

Liquor Sale Items

Wine

Wine Sale Items

Beer

Beer Sale Items

Shop Our Selections Online!

Find The Following for online ordering and in store pick up:

Franklin Wine Club Selections

Saké

Beer

Vegan Selections

Liquor

Wines In Our Dispenser

Quini Reviewed Wines

Musings On The Vine Selections

Vinitas Wineworks Selections

AND MORE!

https://www.scankart.com/browse/franklin-liquors/

Stop In And Try!!

MORE ON TAP In Store Kiosk

Interactive Technology While You Shop:

Sale Items

Drink Recipes

Product Information

Events

Food And Wine Pairings

Staff Picks

And More!

https://youtu.be/aPIr_vEF9Jc

 

Upcoming Events

Our 2016 Education Schedule

Franklin Wine Club Meeting

Wine Explorers wanted!

Join Our 360 Club Members!

How To attend and join

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

http://www.facebook.com/FranklinwineclubMA

 

May 26^th 7pm

The Evolution Of Red Blends

Guest Host: Bruce G. Hurst

Delicato Family Vineyards (DFV)

Red blends have taken off in sales over the past few years.

At this tasting we will explore many types and price ranges.

From boxed to estate grown come taste and explore!

About DFV Wines

Delicato Family Vineyards is one of the fastest growing wine companies in the world, celebrating 90+ years of California winemaking and grape growing heritage. Family-owned and operated since the company’s founding in 1924, three generations of Indelicato family have fostered the winery’s commitment to innovation, quality and environmental stewardship – cornerstones that have harnessed the family’s long-term focus and solidified the winery as an internationally recognized leader in the industry.

http://www.delicato.com

http://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/230793846/

June 1^st

^7pm

Barboursville Vineyards Seminar

An in-depth tasting of the historic Barboursville wines of Charlottesville,

Virginia presented by Elizabeth George of Broadbent Selections. Discover the

winery that celebrates Thomas Jefferson’s vision of making premium wine in

Virginia and learn how an Italian winemaking family created this renowned

estate.

http://www.broadbent.com

http://www.facebook.com/broadbentselections

https://www.bbvwine.com

http://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/231194546/

Yoga And Wine

June 8^th 7Pm

Join Betsy Barry of Franklin Yoga & Wellness and Mark Lenzi of Franklin Liquors for a sensory exploration of wine through the energy systems of the body.

This unique workshop combines a 6o-minute yoga class with a carefully sequenced wine pairing designed to open and balance the major energy centers, known as “chakras.” With a heightened sense of awareness, we will explore each chakra through physical observation of each shared wine, discovering taste, flavor and feel in a new way.

No prior knowledge of yoga or wine is required. Plan to bring an open mind and leave feeling balanced and satisfied with a new appreciation of both wine and self.

7 Chakras And 7 Wines

Class Limit 18

$40 Per Person

http://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/230946115/

June 11^th

^3pm

Vandervalk Farm & Winery Tour/Tasting

Vandervalk Farm and Winery in Mendon.

Enjoy an afternoon Winery Tour and Tasting at this beautiful farm winery.  Come and learn more about how this local, family-run farm grows their own berries and uses them to make delicious fruit wines.  See where the fruit is grown, tour the winemaking facility and sample their popular wines.

FREE Rain Or Shine Event

http://www.vandervalkfarm.com

http://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/231120875/

Franklin Adult Education 2016 Classes

More Coming Soon!

Medway Community Education

 More Soon!

Tri-County Adult Education  

More Soon

Watch For Upcoming Classes Held In Our Wine Room

 

Our Friends That Offer Wine Tastings/Education

Vinitas WineWorks, LLC

Kim M. Simone, Founder and Wine Advisor

We’re an independent wine education and event company, providing unique classes, wine tasting events and personalized consulting. As a professional with a dozen years in the wine business, my favorite part of the job was helping people just like you pick out a great bottle. I’m excited to help you learn about wine in a relaxed environment where you can ask any question, no matter how small or basic.

www.VinitasWineWorks.com

Wine And Chocolate Events

Franklin Liquors And The Sugar Shoppe Partners For

Your Chocolate And Wine Events

Contact Us!

Food And Wine Events

Our Partner

The Moonlight Chef

Franklin Liquors Wine Education

Certified Specialist Of Wine-CSW

Certified Specialist Of Spirits-CSS

Society Of Wine Educators

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

French Wine Scholar FWS-French Wine Society

Quini Certified Educator- QCE (First In USA)

Looking For Wine Maps?

The best wine maps in the business!!

http://www.delongwine.com/collections/wine-maps#oid=1017_4

Get your complete wine tasting guide disguised as a notebook.

Over 100,000 copies sold worldwide!

http://www.delongwine.com/collections/wine-tasting-notebooks#oid=1017_5

De Long’s Wine Grape Varietal Table

http://www.delongwine.com/products/wine-grape-varietal-table#oid=1017_3

All Our Wines Are Reviewed On Quini

Great wine educational and tasting app.

Every wine we taste and stock is on Quini.

Tell us what you think by rating the wines.

www.quiniwine.com

Find Wine Reviews On Our Website

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05-14-16

Franklin Liquors

By: Mark C Lenzi

CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, QCE*

Franklin Liquors Hosted This Week

FHS All Night Party Fundraiser

http://www.fhsallnightparty.com

Read All About It

http://ow.ly/Ebp53006u4i

#ShopFranklin TV Segment

Franklin Liquors Business Spotlight

Coming Soon!

Take Care

Franklin Liquors

Mike & Mark

#shopfranklin

 

Liquor Industry Week In Review

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

Understanding Aglianico

HOW TO TELL IF YOUR BEER IS SPOILED

The Grapes Behind Italian White Wines

AND MORE!

Franklin Liquors New Daily Newspaper

The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW)

 Our Daily Wine Newspaper

https://t.co/uSKfS74nvQ 

Dave Matthews Band Fans Now Have Their Very Own Beer

Created by a craft brewer in the band’s hometown of Charlottesville, Virginia called Starr Hill Brewery, it’s called Warehouse Pils (Warehouse being the name of the band’s official fan club).

http://www.eater.com/2016/5/6/11606984/dave-matthews-band-beer-warehouse-pils

 

PRAY AWAY YOUR BOOZE CRAVINGS, SAYS STUDY

The desire for a drink can be staved off through the power of prayer, according to a new study.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2016/05/pray-away-your-booze-cravings-says-study/

 

A Guide to the Pioneering Wines of Provence

Provence has so much more to offer than generic pink wines. Here, the places and producers who are pushing beyond the craze to make worthy reds, whites—and yes, rosés.

http://punchdrink.com/articles/guide-to-the-best-provence-wines-and-producers/

 

New Harpoon

Boston’s Harpoon Brewery has unveiled Harpoon Sweet Spot, its latest year-round offering. Billed as a golden ale-style brew, Sweet Spot is made with German noble hops and is currently rolling out in 12-ounce bottles and cans, as well as on draft. The 4.8%-abv entry joins Harpoon’s IPA, Take 5, Camp Wannamango and Leviathan IPA in the brewer’s core year-round portfolio.

FERRAGAMO SUES NFL STAR OVER WINERY NAME

Italian fashion house Salvatore Ferragamo is suing former NFL star Vince Ferragamo over the use of the Ferragamo name for his wine brand.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2016/05/ferragamo-sues-former-nfl-star-over-winery-name/

MASI RELEASES SPARKLING FROM DRIED GRAPES

Amarone specialist Masi has released what is believed to be the world’s first sparkling wine made from dried grapes.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2016/05/masi-releases-sparkling-from-dried-grapes/

 

How Wine Sulfites Became the ‘Bad Guy’

Less than 1 percent of the U.S. suffers from sulfite sensitivity—so why does “Contains Sulfites” trigger so much fear?

http://www.eater.com/drinks/2016/5/6/11607794/wine-sulfites-good-bad

 

Understanding Aglianico Wine: Italy’s Next Red

Aglianico “alli-yawn-nico” is a full-bodied red wine which is found almost exclusively in Southern Italy in the regions of Campania and Basilicata.

http://winefolly.com/review/understanding-aglianico-wine-italys-next-red/

 

New Ballast Point

Ballast Point, the California craft brewer acquired by Constellation recently for $1 billion, is rolling out its Watermelon Dorado Double IPA in 12-ounce cans across the country. The 10%-abv, year-round Watermelon Dorado was previously available in bottles and on draft. Ballast Point’s other year-round fruit-infused beers include Pineapple and Grapefruit Sculpin IPAs and Mango Even Keel Session IPA.

WHY THE RHOMBUS IS VITAL TO PROSECCO’S HISTORY

The rhombus-shaped Bellussera vine training system is an integral part of the history of Prosecco – a history consumers should be made more aware of, insists one of the region’s leading producers.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2016/05/why-the-rhombus-is-vital-to-proseccos-history/

 

TTB Got Fast!

The table below shows that normal formulas take two weeks or less. It’s been a really long time since the processing times have been less than a month. This is a huge benefit for producers everywhere. Over on the label side, things are also getting better.

http://www.bevlaw.com/bevlog/alcohol-beverages-generally/ttb-got-fast#sthash.KP2HYlpB.dpuf

FRENCH BEER BOOMING IN FRANCE AND INTERNATIONAL MARKETS

After a 30-year slump in consumption, beer drinking in France is once again back on track largely due to a number of craft beer brands making their mark in foreign markets.

http://www.franceagroalimentaire.com/en/actualite-agro/french-beer-booming-in-france-and-international-markets/

 

A PERSONALITY GUIDE TO THE 10 CRUS OF BEAUJOLAIS

All crus are not equal, and each one has its own quirky personality and style of wines, making exploring the world of cru Beaujolais that much more fun!

http://vinepair.com/wine-blog/a-personality-guide-to-the-10-crus-of-beaujolais-with-regional-map/

 

What Wines to Drink From Portugal (by Region)

Everyone is talking about the amazing wine values you can find from Portugal. Well, what are they… exactly? Here is a great overview of everything you need to get started with Portuguese wine.

http://winefolly.com/review/what-wines-to-drink-from-portugal-by-region/

ROGER DALTREY LAUNCHES THE WHO CHAMPAGNE

Roger Daltrey, frontman of the legendary rock band The Who, is launching his own Champagne to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the band, with part of the profits going to support teenage cancer sufferers.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2016/05/roger-daltrey-launches-the-who-champagne/

 

HOW TO TELL IF YOUR BEER IS SPOILED

Just like wine or any other food product made with natural ingredients, beer is susceptible to a long list of potential problems that can affect the way you enjoy it.

https://www.thrillist.com/drink/nation/how-to-tell-when-your-beer-has-gone-bad-skunky-beer

Women In Wine: The Grand Dames Of Champagne

The wine and spirits business is full of such enterprising, dynamic and fierce females. Interestingly, some of the wine world’s grandest world-changing women were widows, thrust into their roles by fate, and they all hail from Champagne: Lily Bollinger, Marie-Louise Lanson de Nonancourt and Madame Clicquot.

http://www.forbes.com/sites/katiebell/2016/05/10/women-in-wine-the-grand-dames-of-champange/#7eb9b0774b3c

 

DETAILED LOOK AT THE ADIDAS KOBE VINO PACK

Wine cork sneakers…Crazy BUT cool!

http://sneakerbardetroit.com/adidas-kobe-vino-pack/

 

Got dandelions? A winery wants to turn them into wine

One of the most hated weeds among yard lovers has found a place in the wine cellar.

http://www.startribune.com/got-dandelions-local-winery-wants-to-turn-them-into-wine/378994021/

 

BUFFALO TRACE EXPOSES BOURBON CASKS TO INFRARED

According to Buffalo Trace, after six and a half years of ageing, the Bourbon from both barrels expressed different flavour profiles.

What next??

http://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2016/05/buffalo-trace-releases-bourbon-exposed-to-infrared/?article-source=newsletter&source=691&date=2016-05-12

 

The Grapes Behind Italian White Wines

Here are five of the most interesting white wine grapes that were born in Italy, along with the histories and tasting notes that you’ll need to sound like a serious wine geek when you pull the cork on one of these wines at your next party.

https://www.fix.com/blog/the-grapes-behind-italian-white-wines/

 

TOP 10 MYTHS ABOUT SHERRY

There is much that is misunderstood – or not understood at all.

https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2016/05/top-10-myths-about-sherry/

 

Milford: Craftroots set to open brewery, taproom

Milford MA’s first and only craft beer company – is set to open a brewery and taproom in the late summer or early fall.

http://www.milforddailynews.com/news/20160511/milford-craftroots-set-to-open-brewery-taproom

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Wine Explorers wanted!

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TUESDAY May 17^th

Undurraga Winery Chile

Guest Host Wendy Koder

About Undurraga

Undurraga is one of the most prestigious and longest operating wineries in Chile. Since it was founded in 1885, the winery’s constant search for quality, proximity to its consumers and great innovative spirit have made Undurraga stand out from the rest. Present in over 70 countries, the winery delights a broad range of tastes with its high-quality, world-renowned wines.

Winemaking Capacity: more than 24 million litres

1854 hectares (4,600 acres) of land extension for vineyards

Present in the most important and best valleys in Chile: Maipo, MaipoAlto, Colchagua, Leyda, Almahue in Cachapoal, Cauquenes.

Multi-brand and multi-concept brands portfolio

Present in more than 70 countries in the five continents

1,6 million cases annual sales around the world

Taking the noble tradition of its brand name, Undurraga aims to be an innovative and contemporary winery, which produces unique quality wines from specific origins.

Tasting lineup:

Sparkling

Sauvignon Blanc

Compare 2 Pinot Noirs

Compare 2 Cabernet Sauvignons

http://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/230610133/

May 26^th 7pm

The Evolution Of Red Blends

Guest Host: Bruce G. Hurst

Delicato Family Vineyards (DFV)

Red blends have taken off in sales over the past few years.

At this tasting we will explore many types and price ranges.

From boxed to estate grown come taste and explore!

About DFV Wines

Delicato Family Vineyards is one of the fastest growing wine companies in the world, celebrating 90+ years of California winemaking and grape growing heritage. Family-owned and operated since the company’s founding in 1924, three generations of Indelicato family have fostered the winery’s commitment to innovation, quality and environmental stewardship – cornerstones that have harnessed the family’s long-term focus and solidified the winery as an internationally recognized leader in the industry.

http://www.delicato.com

http://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/230793846/

Yoga And Wine

June 8^th 7Pm

Join Betsy Barry of Franklin Yoga & Wellness and Mark Lenzi of Franklin Liquors for a sensory exploration of wine through the energy systems of the body.

This unique workshop combines a 6o-minute yoga class with a carefully sequenced wine pairing designed to open and balance the major energy centers, known as “chakras.” With a heightened sense of awareness, we will explore each chakra through physical observation of each shared wine, discovering taste, flavor and feel in a new way.

No prior knowledge of yoga or wine is required. Plan to bring an open mind and leave feeling balanced and satisfied with a new appreciation of both wine and self.

7 Chakras And 7 Wines

Class Limit 18

$40 Per Person

http://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/230946115/

Franklin Adult Education 2016 Classes

More Coming Soon!

Medway Community Education

 More Soon!

Tri-County Adult Education  

More Soon

Watch For Upcoming Classes Held In Our Wine Room

Our Friends That Offer Wine Tastings/Education

Vinitas WineWorks, LLC

Kim M. Simone, Founder and Wine Advisor

We’re an independent wine education and event company, providing unique classes, wine tasting events and personalized consulting. As a professional with a dozen years in the wine business, my favorite part of the job was helping people just like you pick out a great bottle. I’m excited to help you learn about wine in a relaxed environment where you can ask any question, no matter how small or basic.

www.VinitasWineWorks.com

Wine And Chocolate Events

Franklin Liquors And The Sugar Shoppe Partners For

Your Chocolate And Wine Events

Contact Us!

Food And Wine Events

Our Partner

The Moonlight Chef

Franklin Liquors Wine Education

Certified Specialist Of Wine-CSW

Certified Specialist Of Spirits-CSS

Society Of Wine Educators

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

French Wine Scholar FWS-French Wine Society

Quini Certified Educator- QCE (First In USA)

Looking For Wine Maps?

The best wine maps in the business!!

http://www.delongwine.com/collections/wine-maps#oid=1017_4

Get your complete wine tasting guide disguised as a notebook.

Over 100,000 copies sold worldwide!

http://www.delongwine.com/collections/wine-tasting-notebooks#oid=1017_5

De Long’s Wine Grape Varietal Table

http://www.delongwine.com/products/wine-grape-varietal-table#oid=1017_3

All Our Wines Are Reviewed On Quini

Great wine educational and tasting app.

Every wine we taste and stock is on Quini.

Tell us what you think by rating the wines.

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Liquor Industry News/Links

05-07-16

Franklin Liquors

By: Mark C Lenzi

CSW, CSS, CWAS, FWS, QCE*

Franklin Liquors And Our Franklin Wine Club 

Purple Wine Company Event

Lucky Star Wines Tasting

In Our Wine Room This Week

Read All About It

Our Mother’s Day

And Derby Gift Ideas Newsletter!

http://bit.ly/24u0KkH

Take Care

Franklin Liquors

Mike & Mark

#shopfranklin

 

Liquor Industry Week In Review

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

Calories In Wine

Wine Drinkers Choice By Package

AND MORE!

Franklin Liquors New Daily Newspaper

The Wonderful World of Wine (WWW)

 Our Daily Wine Newspaper

https://t.co/uSKfS74nvQ 

AMERICA’S BEST WINE REGIONS TO VISIT, RANKED BY SOMMELIERS

And while you may very well be thinking about doing some wine tasting on your next vacation, you might not know where to go to get the most wine for your time.

https://www.thrillist.com/travel/nation/best-us-wine-regions-to-visit-finger-lakes-napa-valley-sonoma-valley

 

Alcohol Consumption By Income And Education

 

Reality of Wine Prices (What You Get For What You Spend)

How much should we expect to spend on decent wine?

http://winefolly.com/update/reality-of-wine-prices-what-you-get-for-what-you-spend/

 

Study Says Drinking Beer Can Help You Lose Weight

In the study, researchers at Oregon State University used mice to test the effects of beer. The study found that xanthohumol, a flavor found in beer, helped the mice lose weight, and even lowered their cholesterol levels.

http://philadelphia.cbslocal.com/2016/04/30/study-says-drinking-beer-can-help-you-lose-weight/

 

All about Alsace wines – grapes, oak, names and what makes them special

The only French region allowed to include grape varietals on its labels, Alsace is known for its fruity, perfumed white wines made from grapes including gewurztraminer, riesling and pinot gris.

http://www.scmp.com/magazines/post-magazine/food-drink/article/1938961/all-about-alsace-wines-grapes-oak-names-and-what

 

Don’t bother ‘demystifying’ wine – the magic is in what we don’t know

There is a sense of magic in the unknown, but for some reason we’ve been hell-bent on removing it from wine. Why?

http://www.telegraph.co.uk/food-and-drink/wine/dont-bother-demystifying-wine—the-magic-is-in-what-we-dont-kno/

 

The U.S. Market’s Top Imported Premium Wines

 

Quini May Newsletter

Our friends at Quni latest newsletter

http://quiniwine.cmail20.com/t/ViewEmail/t/DC2C062341E902EB/4E2D1D1C1DD3EEC6C9C291422E3DE149

New Not Your Father’s

COMING SOON

A creamy ale brewed with

Madagascar Vanilla, combining a lightly

sweet flavor with a smooth finish to

create a refreshing beer.

The Best-Value French Wines for Your Money

The Loire Valley produces a diverse range of wines that are not only desirable and noteworthy—but incredibly affordable

http://www.wsj.com/articles/the-best-value-french-wines-for-your-money-1462228689

Unlimited Bourbon Resources

Now Accessible to All

The American Bourbon Association recently launched its website, http://americanbourbonassociation.com

How to count the calories in wine

Wine can cause weight gain because it is a concentrated source of calories.

https://www.decanterchina.com/en/knowledge/trivia/how-to-count-the-calories-in-wine-ask-decanter

 

The Secret to Blind Tasting? Know “The Grid”

No singular secret masters the art of blind tasting. Anyone can learn, and practice makes perfect.

http://winefolly.com/review/blind-wine-tasting-grid-pdf/

 

Meet the ‘New King’ of Croatian Sparkling Wine

Krešimir Ivančić is a young winemaker who was among the first in Croatia to introduce the technology of producing wine and sparkling wines with cold maceration, a method that enables the production of wines and sparkling wines with a strong floral and fruity bouquet…

http://www.croatiaweek.com/meet-the-new-king-of-croatian-sparkling-wine/

Craft Beer Production Segmentation

Is the wine industry confusing its consumers?

Wine trends, of course, tend to work on a pendulum basis.

http://www.just-drinks.com/comment/is-the-wine-industry-confusing-its-consumers-comment_id120111.aspx

WHISTLEPIG DEBUTS HOME-GROWN OAK EXPRESSION

Rye whiskey brand WhistlePig has released its first expression developed using home-grown Vermont white oak – WhistlePig 15 Year.

http://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2016/05/whistlepig-releases-first-home-grown-oak-expression/?article-source=newsletter&source=681&date=2016-05-04

Is BevMo! Engaging In A ‘Bait-And-Switch’ With Wine? Suit Claims It Is

A class-action suit has been filed that alleges BevMo! engaged in a “bait-and-switch,” displaying price signage for bottles with wine ratings for specific years that weren’t the years for sale on the shelf.

http://losangeles.cbslocal.com/2016/05/03/is-bevmo-engaging-in-a-bait-and-switch-with-wine-suit-claims-it-is/

Italy: Background on the Italian Wine Sector

Italy’s 2015 wine production is estimated at 4.7 billion liters, 13.5 percent more than the previous campaign (4.2 billion liters) and 4 percent above the ten-year average, thanks to ideal weather conditions. Reportedly, quality is excellent.

http://www.fas.usda.gov/data/italy-background-italian-wine-sector

 

Would you taste wine from a cemetery’s vineyard?

Church wants to plant vineyards near cemetery

http://www.kcra.com/news/would-you-taste-wine-from-a-cemeterys-vineyard/39370346

 

Ste. Michelle launches Drumheller Wines

Washington’s largest wine producer is adding a new label to its lineup.

http://www.greatnorthwestwine.com/2016/05/04/drumheller-wines/

 

New England’s best summer festivals for beer, wine, and food

These six seasonal events are worth raising a glass to.

https://www.bostonglobe.com/magazine/2016/05/04/new-england-best-summer-festivals-for-beer-wine-and-food/KqQnvXxBJaKdT4aIHdvoVL/story.html

 

The Ultimate Guide to Gluten-Free Beer – From the Experts Themselves

According to the FDA, a beer can be considered gluten-free as long as it tests under 20 parts per million (ppm).

http://glutendude.com/alcohol/ultimate-guide-to-gluten-free-beer/

 

Where To Find The Best Value Red Wines (2016 Edition)

The secret to finding good cheap wine is to accept the fact that wine changes every year and great buys transition from region to region depending on the quality of the vintage.

http://winefolly.com/tutorial/best-cheap-red-wines-2016/?utm_source=Wine+Folly&utm_campaign=a85666b1f9-RSS_EMAIL_CAMPAIGN&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_a18d8bdc1b-a85666b1f9-62472929&mc_cid=a85666b1f9&mc_eid=d73340fcba

 

 

Packing: The Window to Your Wine’s Soul

Think taste is the main determiner of repeat wine purchases? Studies consistently show that non-expert wine drinkers are far more likely to remember the design and color of a wine’s packaging than the taste of the product itself.

http://wineindustryadvisor.com/2016/05/05/packing-window-wines-soul

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2014 & 2015

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Our Latest Specials

Liquor

Liquor Sale Items

Wine

Wine Sale Items

Beer

Beer Sale Items

Shop Our Selections Online!

Find The Following for online ordering and in store pick up:

Franklin Wine Club Selections

Saké

Beer

Vegan Selections

Liquor

Wines In Our Dispenser

Quini Reviewed Wines

Musings On The Vine Selections

Vinitas Wineworks Selections

AND MORE!

https://www.scankart.com/browse/franklin-liquors/

Stop In And Try!!

MORE ON TAP In Store Kiosk

Interactive Technology While You Shop:

Sale Items

Drink Recipes

Product Information

Events

Food And Wine Pairings

Staff Picks

And More!

https://youtu.be/aPIr_vEF9Jc

 

Upcoming Events

Our 2016 Education Schedule

Franklin Wine Club Meeting

Wine Explorers wanted!

Join Our 350 Club Members!

How To attend and join

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

http://www.facebook.com/FranklinwineclubMA

 

TUESDAY May 17^th

Undurraga Winery Chile

Guest Host Wendy Koder

About Undurraga

Undurraga is one of the most prestigious and longest operating wineries in Chile. Since it was founded in 1885, the winery’s constant search for quality, proximity to its consumers and great innovative spirit have made Undurraga stand out from the rest. Present in over 70 countries, the winery delights a broad range of tastes with its high-quality, world-renowned wines.

Winemaking Capacity: more than 24 million litres

1854 hectares (4,600 acres) of land extension for vineyards

Present in the most important and best valleys in Chile: Maipo, MaipoAlto, Colchagua, Leyda, Almahue in Cachapoal, Cauquenes.

Multi-brand and multi-concept brands portfolio

Present in more than 70 countries in the five continents

1,6 million cases annual sales around the world

Taking the noble tradition of its brand name, Undurraga aims to be an innovative and contemporary winery, which produces unique quality wines from specific origins.

Tasting lineup:

Sparkling

Sauvignon Blanc

Compare 2 Pinot Noirs

Compare 2 Cabernet Sauvignons

http://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/230610133/

May 26^th 7pm

The Evolution Of Red Blends

Guest Host: Bruce G. Hurst

Delicato Family Vineyards (DFV)

Red blends have taken off in sales over the past few years.

At this tasting we will explore many types and price ranges.

From boxed to estate grown come taste and explore!

About DFV Wines

Delicato Family Vineyards is one of the fastest growing wine companies in the world, celebrating 90+ years of California winemaking and grape growing heritage. Family-owned and operated since the company’s founding in 1924, three generations of Indelicato family have fostered the winery’s commitment to innovation, quality and environmental stewardship – cornerstones that have harnessed the family’s long-term focus and solidified the winery as an internationally recognized leader in the industry.

http://www.delicato.com

http://www.meetup.com/Franklin-Wine-Club/events/230793846/

Franklin Adult Education 2016 Classes

More Coming Soon!

Medway Community Education

 More Soon!

Tri-County Adult Education  

More Soon

Watch For Upcoming Classes Held In Our Wine Room

Franklin, MA

Our Friends That Offer Wine Tastings/Education

Vinitas WineWorks, LLC

Kim M. Simone, Founder and Wine Advisor

We’re an independent wine education and event company, providing unique classes, wine tasting events and personalized consulting. As a professional with a dozen years in the wine business, my favorite part of the job was helping people just like you pick out a great bottle. I’m excited to help you learn about wine in a relaxed environment where you can ask any question, no matter how small or basic.

www.VinitasWineWorks.com

Wine And Chocolate Events

Franklin Liquors And The Sugar Shoppe Partners For

Your Chocolate And Wine Events

Contact Us!

Food And Wine Events

Our Partner

The Moonlight Chef

Franklin Liquors Wine Education

Certified Specialist Of Wine-CSW

Certified Specialist Of Spirits-CSS

Society Of Wine Educators

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

French Wine Scholar FWS-French Wine Society

Quini Certified Educator- QCE (First In USA)

Looking For Wine Maps?

The best wine maps in the business!!

http://www.delongwine.com/collections/wine-maps#oid=1017_4

Get your complete wine tasting guide disguised as a notebook.

Over 100,000 copies sold worldwide!

http://www.delongwine.com/collections/wine-tasting-notebooks#oid=1017_5

De Long’s Wine Grape Varietal Table

http://www.delongwine.com/products/wine-grape-varietal-table#oid=1017_3

All Our Wines Are Reviewed On Quini

Great wine educational and tasting app.

Every wine we taste and stock is on Quini.

Tell us what you think by rating the wines.

www.quiniwine.com

Find Wine Reviews On Our Website

See And Search Our Latest Reviews!

Search Wine Reviews On Quini