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The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

By: Mark C Lenzi

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

12-16-2024

Liquor Industry Week In Review

The Wonderful World Of Wine (WWW)

This Weeks Highlights:

New Products

How Long Does Canned Wine Last?

Is Boone’s Farm Wine Still Around?

What Do Hops Actually Do In Beer?

How ‘Come Over October’ Brought the Wine World Together (WineAmerica)

Come Over October (COO) sprung from a light bulb moment in January 2024, when noted author & wine writer Karen MacNeil was walking her dog and pondering the plethora of anti-wine messaging filling news and commentary spaces.

https://wineindustryadvisor.com/2024/11/25/how-come-over-october-brought-the-wine-world-together-wineamerica/

What Is Marsala Wine?

Let’s wind down and talk about marsala wine!

https://sporked.com/article/what-is-marsala-wine/

What happens in our brains when we taste wine?

The taste of wine is perceived by our nose and mouth, but it’s thanks to our brain that we can visualize it. In this complex mechanism, the sensory system is easily influenced

https://fr.gaultmillau.com/en/news/que-se-passe-t-il-dans-notre-cerveau-quand-on-deguste-un-vin

The Enthusiast 100: The Best Wines of 2024

Most significantly, this showcase serves those who appreciate wines from the entire globe.

https://www.wineenthusiast.com/toplists/enthusiast-100-2024/

The Science of Petrol Aromas in Wine

A peculiar signature of Riesling, petrol aromas stem from the compound TDN, but certain conditions in the vineyard can increase its presence

https://daily.sevenfifty.com/the-science-of-petrol-aromas-in-wine/

Mass. legalizes craft beer sales at farmers markets

After six years of lobbying efforts, the Massachusetts craft beer industry has finally convinced the state to legalize the sales of craft beer at farmers markets.

https://www.wbjournal.com/article/mass-legalizes-craft-beer-sales-at-farmers-markets

We Answer 10 Important Questions About Costco Liquor

Costco is able to keep its prices lower than most retailers because of a few factors, including a limited stock and income from membership costs. C

https://www.tastingtable.com/1715849/questions-about-costco-liquor-explained/

What Do Hops Actually Do In Beer?

Whether it tastes bitter or not, every type of beer contains hops.

https://www.tastingtable.com/1715249/what-hops-do-beer/

How Do I Know if My Beer Was Poured From a Dirty Draft Line?

Considering beer is a living product containing yeast, sugar, minerals, and other organic materials, these compounds build up over time in draft lines and thus require consistent management with both caustic and acidic chemicals.

https://vinepair.com/articles/how-to-know-if-beer-was-poured-from-dirty-draft-line-explained/

What Makes Grappa Different From Brandy?

If you’ve been to Italy — or a traditional Italian restaurant — and had a sip of grappa after a meal, you’ve tried yet another form of brandy.

https://www.chowhound.com/1703076/difference-between-grappa-brandy/

ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES CONTROL COMMISSION (“ABCC”) ADVISORY REGARDING CHANGES TO M.G.L. c. 138, § 26- STATE LICENSE MANAGERS

Now allows “qualified alien(s) under the Immigration and Nationality Act, 8 U.S.C. 1101” to become alcohol license managers pursuant to the Massachusetts Liquor Control Act.

https://www.mass.gov/doc/abcc-advisory-regarding-changes-to-mgl-c-138-ss-26-state-license-managers/download

Why You Should Never Remove the Cage Before Popping a Bottle of Sparkling Wine

To prevent this from happening, the vast majority of sparkling wine producers close their bottles with metal cages, which hold the cork down and prevent the bubbles inside from pushing it out.

https://vinepair.com/articles/safest-way-to-open-champagne-bottle-explained/

The Drinks World Has Hit Peak Astrology

Imagine walking into a bar and, upon ordering a cocktail, being asked what your zodiac sign is.

https://vinepair.com/articles/astrology-in-drinks-trend/

Don’t Worry—It’s Fine to Put Wine Glasses in the Dishwasher

Sure, you can place them in the dishwasher along with the plates, silverware, pots and pans—but should you?

https://www.wineenthusiast.com/basics/are-wine-glasses-dishwasher-safe/

Counterfeit Champagne

Would someone really try to counterfeit wines you might ask? 

https://glassofbubbly.com/counterfeit-champagne/

NEW NA Beer

Non-alcohol beer specialist Athletic Brewing Company has launched the second installment in its series of limited-edition collaboration brews with Netflix. The new entry, Marine Odyssey IPA, is inspired by the Netflix documentary series Our Oceans, and is a hazy IPA brewed with Motueka, Riwaka, and Southern Passion hops. Athletic operates custom breweries in Connecticut and California, and is distributed across 50,000 retailers and 25,000 on-premise venues.

Is Tibet the new Napa Valley? New book explores an up-and-coming wine region

Brendan Galipeau conducts an ethnographic study of a region the Chinese government has rebranded ‘Shangri-La’

https://www.binghamton.edu/news/story/5276/is-tibet-the-new-napa-valley-new-book-explores-an-up-and-coming-wine-region

From Venice to Vineyards: The Magic of Prosecco

The Prosecco Hills aren’t just stunning—they’re the origin of every bottle of Prosecco enjoyed around the globe. 

https://glassofbubbly.com/venice-to-vineyards-of-prosecco/

Here’s What Really Happens to Leftover Champagne on Airplanes

But not all open bottles of bubbly are finished during a flight, which begs the question of what happens to the leftover Champagne.

https://www.rd.com/article/leftover-champagne-airplanes/

How Will We Drink in 2025? Our Predictions, from Purple Cocktails to Taco Margaritas

It’s that time once again: as the year draws to a close, we’re all wondering what’s in store ahead.

https://www.wineenthusiast.com/culture/industry-news/drink-trends-2025/

The Ultimate Guide to Cocktail Sweeteners

Of course sugar — or more specifically, sweeteners — take many forms.

https://vinepair.com/articles/guide-to-cocktail-sweetners-infographic/

Sango is the agave spirit you’ve never heard of (yet)

A look at lesser-known agave spirit

https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/sango-is-the-agave-spirit-you-dont-know/

The wine of the future? It’s what new consumers are asking for

The world is changing, society is evolving, and wine is not immune to the broader shifts that affect the entire spectrum of consumer habits.

https://www.gamberorossointernational.com/news/the-wine-of-the-future-its-what-new-consumers-are-asking-for/

Archaeologists Unravel Ancient Secrets of Roman Wine Production

Excavations at the Sant Gregori site in Burriana have uncovered evidence that this coastal villa was dedicated to viticulture.

https://scitechdaily.com/archaeologists-unravel-ancient-secrets-of-roman-wine-production/

11 Drinks Trends to Look Out for in 2025

Here are 11 drinks trends to look out for in 2025.

https://vinepair.com/articles/drinks-trends-to-watch-2025/

South America’s magnificent seven: Susana Balbo

Amanda Barnes on a winemaker and administrator with a monumental set of achievements.

https://worldoffinewine.com/news-features/susana-balbo-great-south-american-winemaker

Drop in alcohol consumption in France driven by wine, study says

The fall last year was attributed mostly to a 4.2% decline in wine sales volumes year-on-year.

https://www.just-drinks.com/news/drop-in-alcohol-consumption-in-france-driven-by-wine-study-says/

HEALTH BENEFITS OF ORGANIC WINE: IS IT BETTER FOR YOU??

Introduction to Organic Wine and Health

https://www.drinkmedly.com/blogs/news/health-benefits-of-organic-wine-is-it-better-for-you

A guide to Sicily’s chillable light red wine: Frappato

Native to the warm climate of Sicily, Frappato is a grape that thrives best in sandy soils and produces a light-bodied red wine.

https://drinksretailingnews.co.uk/a-guide-to-sicilys-chillable-light-red-wine-frappato/

What You Need to Know About Italian Wines

A Beginner’s Guide to Vino Italiano

https://www.capitalfm.co.ke/lifestyle/2024/12/05/discovering-the-essence-of-italian-wines-why-every-wine-lover-must-taste-the-true-italy/

Here’s How Long Buffalo Trace Bourbon Is Aged

For bourbon, aging often gives the spirit notes of caramel, molasses, and tobacco to give it a distinct personality.

https://www.thetakeout.com/1726868/how-long-buffalo-trace-bourbon-aged/

The Fascinating History Of The How The Bellini Cocktail Was Created

In Italy there’s a bar overlooking the streets of Venice: Harry’s Bar.

https://www.chowhound.com/1726109/bellini-cocktail-history/

Is Boone’s Farm Wine Still Around?

Boone’s Farm, a sweet alcoholic drink that first became popular in the 1960s and ’70s, is, in fact, still sold today.

https://www.foodrepublic.com/1724982/what-happened-boones-farm-wine/

Why the frenzy over the direct-to-retail channel?

There are five lawsuits filed around the country challenging state laws, which allow in-state manufacturers to sell direct-to-retailers (DTR) but don’t allow these same privileges to out-of-state suppliers. These privileges are also commonly known as self-distribution privileges.

https://irishliquorlawyer.com/liquor-industry-insights/why-the-frenzy-over-the-direct-to-retail-channel/

How Long Does Canned Wine Last?

But if you’ve got a few leftover cans lurking in the back of the cupboard or fridge, you may wonder how long they will last, and if they will deteriorate after a certain period.

https://www.foodrepublic.com/1724382/does-canned-wine-ever-expire/

The 5 surprising health benefits associated with mulled wine

Everyone loves a hot cup of mulled wine over the festive season, but did you know drinking the popular Christmas tipple could actually be beneficial to your health?

https://www.worcesternews.co.uk/news/national/uk-today/24763588.5-surprising-health-benefits-associated-mulled-wine/

Bourbon buyers beware

New bill could require Ohio liquor stores to open high-demand bottles when sold

https://www.cleveland.com/news/2024/11/new-bill-would-require-ohio-liquor-stores-to-sell-high-demand-bottles-unsealed-opens-up-debate.html

Turn of the Screw

Why Oregon wineries prefer screw caps over corks

https://www.oregonwinepress.com/article?articleTitle=turn-of-the-screw–1732903144–3806–comment

Dijon the Newest Burgundy Appellation

Another Burgundy appellation joins the mix and we find out about the latest AI wine application.

https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2024/12/dijon-the-newest-burgundy-appellation

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