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The Power of Bordeaux: A Journey Through Its Winemaking Heritage

The Bordeaux documentary produced by Winedos 1:19 Section 1: Location, History & Regulation 22:08 Section 2: Climate & Soils 32:43 Section 3: Viticulture & Grapes 51:04 Section 4: Winemaking 1:14:26 Section 5: Tastings For more information visit: https://winedos.com/do/bordeaux-aoc/

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A spotlight on classic British beer styles

What influenced the landscape of British brewing in the past which led to the development of classic styles still much loved today? In this webinar we will examine the history of three renowned beers—stout, mild, and pale ale—and their significance on the development of brewing and beer drinking conventions in Britain. We’ll delve into some of the social, economic and political issues which gave rise to the popularity of these beer styles; we’ll examine the advances in brewing methods and ingredients that contributed to the creation of these beer styles, and we’ll explore why they continue to influence contemporary brewers and drinkers. We’ll also look into the quirky nature of cask beer in Britain, and the art of preparing and serving classic British beers in this format. Whether you’re a beer enthusiast or expert, Annabel Smith, Beer Sommelier and WSET Beer Educator will offer insights into the evolution of some of Britain’s most renowned beer styles.

Can Wine Save The Planet Diary Day 8 Montinore Willamette Valley Oregon

In Oregon’s Willamette Valley you will find another of the wineries that are sharing their story for our documentary “Can Wine Save the Planet”. Can Wine Save the Planet is the name of our first Feature Film, but this is a 7-year journey creating a multi-media and experiential path forward, inspiring a younger generation with the tools, ideas, and solutions through these farming methods. We will be following vintners doing the work and telling their stories as examples of the work and determination required to make these changes for the better. We won't be alone. We will be working with other wine writers from around the globe to capture these stories! There will be feature shorts to present at Film Festivals, as well as three Feature Films. The idea is to spread the word! Tell the people that you know about these farming practices. The more people out there looking for Regenerative wines (and foods, and even cloth), the more in demand they will be, and more and more farmers and

WIN Insider Series with Raquel Royers

In this WIN Insider Series interview, George speaks with Raquel Royers, the influential voice behind "Watch Me Sip" and a wine industry marketing professional making wine culture accessible to younger audiences. Raquel shares her unconventional path from crime reporter to digital wine marketer, discussing her passion for authentic storytelling and breaking down the intimidation factor of traditional wine culture. The conversation explores how spirits brands are outpacing wine with bold marketing strategies, the evolving digital and social media landscape, and why memorable experiences matter more than ever for consumer engagement. Raquel offers candid insights on current challenges facing wine marketers—from pricing pressures to connecting with modern consumers—and reveals what the wine industry can learn from the innovation happening in spirits. Essential viewing for anyone in wine marketing or looking to understand how to reach the next generation of wine drinkers. Looking ahead,

WIN Insiders - Rodolphe Lameyse

Rodolphe Lameyse, CEO of Vinexposium discusses the challenges facing wine, particularly the decline in consumption and how the program at Wine Paris is designed to help producers prepare for the future.