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Quirky Champagne Gift Ideas For All Occasions and Bubbly Lovers
Champagne is a sparkling wine associated with celebrations, opulence, and sophistication since ages. Its exceptional dazzle, taste profile, and scent have contributed to making it a worldwide favorite. Not only is it a delectable drink, but it also exudes an air of refinement that has the potential .. Read More
videoRare Champagne X Asador Bastian: The Truffle Dinner
Chef Doug Psaltis of Asador Bastian, Chicago invited FOLIO’s Philippe André to co-host an evening of Rare Champagne paired with white and black truffles! Blossoming year after year, Rare Champagne expresses an elegant style: endless freshness, long-lasting minerality, with a radiant purity and subtle contrasts. Rare Champagne is recognizable by its notes of tropical, fresh fruits and smooth spices — sometimes candied — its smoky accents, expressing the minerality of the Chardonnay grapes rooted
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videoIt's Punk O'Clock… Somewhere
Is now the time to crack open a Punk IPA? Well, Punk IPA is now available all over Planet Earth, so think about it this way. Somewhere on this giant spinning rock right now, someone has finished work and decided it's Punk O'Clock. So you might as well too… Want more BrewDog content? Follow our socials for all things beer, people and planet. Twitter: @BrewDog Facebook: @BrewDog Instagram: @brewdogofficial
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Leading sommeliers step into new roles at Le Crocodile and L’Abattoir
Two of Vancouver’s established sommeliers join new restaurant teams this month Vancouver’s wine scene is seeing a shift this month, as two restaurants welcome well-known sommeliers into new roles. At Le Crocodile by Rob Feenie, Andrew Forsyth has stepped into the role of wine director. Forsyth is the 2025 CAPS Best Sommelier of BC and […] The post Leading sommeliers step into new roles at Le Crocodile and L’Abattoir appeared first on VITIS .
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Top 10 Best Breweries with Food in Orange County
Are you a craft beer aficionado yet also a foodie? Then this guide is for you. I have managed to visit nearly every brewery in Orange County and have compiled a list of breweries that offer the best beer and food.
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Beyond Shiraz Book
101 Australian wine varieties
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Once Upon a Wine: A Boozy Book Fair Experience at Wildside Winery
There are moments in adulthood that feel like they reach straight back in time and tap our inner child on the shoulder. Sometimes it’s the smell of old books, the crisp flip of a new page, or the familiar magic of wandering down a table of stories waiting to be chosen. This weekend at Wildside Winery, we’re bringing that feeling back — but we’re giving it a glow-up. Introducing the first-ever Once Upon a Wine Boozy Book Fair , a collaboration between Wildside Winery and A Likely Story...
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Partnerships are Sinking Ships pt. 2
Yesterday I wrote a bit on the relationship between my dad and I, or one of my business...
videoDetails of Unique Offer - see description for details
Dear All: Here is your chance to drink with me! I have donated a bottle of Chateau L’Evangile 1961 to the silent auction of the Bacchanalia Gala on March 7, 2026. If you are a viewer/subscriber and subject to me vetting you as legit/decent person, and you are the successful bidder, I will have dinner with you + 3 friends where I will serve you a bottle of 2017 Lafleur Gazin, 2017 Maillet and 2015 Trotanoy. If you choose to open the 1961 L’Evangile with me, I will serve you even better wines! It will be a night you will never forget so bid often at https://cbo.io/app/public/bidapp/vanwine2026. Good luck and hope you are the successful bidder! Successful bidder has to contact me no later March 14, 2026 at trophywinehunter@gmail.com and dinner must be arranged prior to July 1, 2026 Offer only available to people in B.C. Please note that wine must be picked up on March 8, 2026 between 10 am and 2 pm from Fairmont Hotel Vancouver
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Crémant or Champagne
Crémant or Champagne There’s no denying that the world of wine is undergoing a period of change – sales of low or non-alcoholic drinks are growing fast whilst sales of wine are at best stagnant and at worst in marked decline. Some say that this upheaval is only cyclical and simply a reflection of widespread and (one hopes, temporary) economic woes, yet others see a structural shift with little chance of things returning to the patterns of growth experienced over the past few decades. Whatever the truth of the matter, one category of wine that is bucking the trend is sparkling wine - sales are booming. The big winner is the world of sparkling wine is Prosecco, but sales of Cava are buoyant too and this is true for Crémant as well which brings us to the main topic of this article. What is Crémant? Crémant is the term applied to sparkling wines made in France outside the Champagne region which is a category apart. It’s interesting to note that the term Crémant was used in Champagne in the
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The Great Ontario Beer Freakout
Or: How I Learned to Stop Caring and Drink Lager Maybe it’s old guy navel gazing. Maybe it’s romanticizing a certain period of my life. Or maybe it never really happened at all. But I feel like craft beer in Ontario really did have a hey day. It was brief, but it felt like something … Continue reading The Great Ontario Beer Freakout →
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Schussboom Brewing Joins “The People’s Tree” on a Cross-Country Beer Tour
Schussboom Brewing created three commemorative beers for the 2025 U.S. Capitol Christmas Tree journey from Nevada to D.C. The post Schussboom Brewing Joins “The People’s Tree” on a Cross-Country Beer Tour appeared first on CraftBeer.com .
videoThe Art of the Seal: Corks & Other Enclosures
Corks vs. Screw Caps: The Ultimate Wine Enclosure Debate Join Keith Wallace and Alana Zerbe in this informative episode of 'After Wine School' as they delve into the ongoing debate between corks and screw caps. Learn the history of cork, the rise of alternatives, and how innovations like the Delvin enclosure have impacted the wine industry. Discover the issues with TCA contamination, the pros and cons of various wine closures, and the role of sustainability in this heated topic. Perfect for wine
videoOne Bottle for Everyone? Wine or Sake for Mixed Tastes
Buying one bottle for a group feels stressful. Some people want red. Some want white. Some want something lighter. In this episode of The Secret Wine Society Podcast, Robert and Dawn share simple ways to choose one wine or one sake that works for mixed tastes. You will learn • The safest wine styles for groups • When sake is the easiest crowd pleaser • Budget friendly bottle rules • What to avoid when shopping for others • Easy picks for dinner parties and gifts Hosted by the owners of The Secre
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videoSabado Classic Orange - Wine Wednesday
🍷 Join Jon and Neil on Wine Wednesdays as they explore a delightful Georgian orange wine from Bolero Winery. With a blend of Khikhvi, Mtsvane, and Kisi grapes (try saying that after a few glasses ;-), this wine offers a lovely floral aroma and a fresh, fruity palate. Find it at finewinesdirectuk.com for an approachable price of £14.99. Cheers to discovering new and delicious wines! #WineWednesdays #GeorgianWine #OrangeWine 🍇
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video☆ REVIEW WEDNESDAY ☆🏭 : Maisel Weisse Alkoholfrei | Non-Alcoholic Weisse #dutchbeergeek #beerreview
videoBud Break Check Turns Into a Wine Discovery! 🍷🌱 | Budbreak Blend Red V7 + NEW White Release
Sean went out to check the vines for bud break… 🌱 But check out what he found instead! 👀🍷 Our brand new Budbreak Blends!! 🤩 Budbreak Red Bordeaux Style Blend: Version 7, and for the first time ever… our Budbreak White Blend!! Both will be featured at our Budbreak Festival on March 21st at the Lockeford Winery! Come celebrate the start of vineyard season, explore the plant & seed exchange, check out local vendors, and of course be the first to taste these new releases! 🎟 Tickets available now jeremywineco.com/budbreak-festival Who’s coming out to celebrate Budbreak with us?! 😃 #BudbreakFestival #JeremyWineCo #VisitLodi #LodiWine #VineyardLife
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Fareham Wine Cellar In-store Tasting
Saturday 22nd November 2025 Time: Between 11 am and 4 pm @ Fareham Wine Cellar. To coincide with Fareham town centre’s Christmas light switch-on, we will have a selection of wines that will be excellent for Christmas. Pop into Fareham Wine Cellar and let us help you find the perfect wines for the festive season. […] The post Fareham Wine Cellar In-store Tasting appeared first on Fareham Wine Cellar .
podcast· 52:14· Ep 531Disrupting Wine: From Artificial Intelligence to Award-Winning Orange Wines in Armenia. Luiza Avetisyan
Armenia is a hot bed of tech. It is a think tank for AI, NVIDIA is building a plant and IT is taught to elementary aged children. I was looking for certain types of guests for the show; people in unusual circumstances, fighting a social battle or just following thier heart into the unknown. Well, that spells L-U-I-Z-A! A Phd turned passionate wine advocate, hear here story here. It's not every day your podcast guest goes from debugging algorithms to bottling award-winning wine, but that's what makes this episode unforgettable. Our guest, the founder of Musa Wines and a leading tech entrepreneur, shares a story where the digital world collides with the deep roots of Armenian winemaking. She opens up about how crafting wine is her way to stay grounded in a fast-changing world where AI and software reshape daily life, and brings us inside the journey that took her from financial engineering to international wine competitions. What listeners may not expect is how she exposes the unique fri
videoCool vs Warm Climate Chardonnay
Do you tend to prefer cool or warm climate Chardonnay? 🍷 The differences between these styles can get very complicated depending on how deep down the rabbit hole you want to go. This is just a *simplification* with a few generalizations for beginners! Bottles provided by our wine shop partner WineExpress. Featured in this video: • Dog Point 2021 Chardonnay, Marlborough • Dusoil 2023 Chardonnay Reserve, Napa Valley • Aria Short Stem Tasting Glass (the official wine glass of the Wine Enthusiast magazine Tasting Panel!)
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Beaujolais Nouveau Day 2025
After a decade-long hiatus, we’ve decided to dive back into the joy of Beaujolais Nouveau. Thursday 20th November, the third Thursday in November, is the release day, and we will have some Beaujolais Nouveau open for tasting. We will be supplying the always popular wine from Georges Dubeouf. What: Beaujolais Nouveau Day 2025 Where: Fareham […] The post Beaujolais Nouveau Day 2025 appeared first on Fareham Wine Cellar .
videoHappy hour, but make it probiotic 😂🍷 #Short
Happy hour, but make it probiotic 😂🍷 📸 @sincerelyzari #NonAlcSangria #SangriaRecipe #KombuchaRecipe #NonAlcWine #Short