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Afternoon Brief, September 15
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 15 TRENDING STORY California Wines Advances Expert-Level Wine Education with Capstone California Level 4 California Wines today announced the final rollout of Capstone California Level 4, the most [...]
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Whisky Review: Crown Royal Canadian Whisky
We’re back with another whisky review, and this time we’re diving into one of the most widely recognized names in Canadian whisky: Crown Royal. It’s been a while since we’ve featured a Canadian whisky on the show, and if we're being honest, there’s a reason for that. Canadian whiskies often get a bad rap, especially among bourbon fans, largely because of their production methods (typically aged in used barrels instead of new charred oak, resulting in a lighter flavor profile). Still, when aged well, Canadian whiskies can hold their own. Crown Royal is known for being a highly blended product, reportedly made from up to 50 different whiskies. Around 80% of the grain is sourced from Manitoba and nearby provinces. This bottling clocks in at 80 proof and is likely aged at least three years, though the lack of an age statement keeps it vague. Today’s sample? A mini bottle that cost just 99 cents. This review is taken from our episode American Beauty (1999
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Whiskey Review: Weller Antique 107 Bourbon
Introduction Today we're revisiting a longtime fan-favorite: Weller Antique 107. Also known as Old Weller Antique, OWA, or simply "Weller 107," this wheated bourbon is one of the most sought-after bottles in the Buffalo Trace lineup. At 107 proof, it sits above Weller Special Reserve and just below Weller 12 Year, though many enthusiasts claim it offers the most crowd-pleasing flavor in the lineup. This bottle's popularity exploded as part of the so-called "Poor Man's Pappy" blend (a combination of Weller Antique 107 and Weller 12 that allegedly mimics Pappy Van Winkle). But hype aside, how does it actually perform in the glass? We tracked down pours at local bourbon bars to find out. Weller Antique 107 is an undisclosed-age wheated bourbon (rumored to be 6-8 years old), made using Buffalo Trace's wheated mash bill. Let's dive into the tasting. This review is taken from our podcast episode " Pulp Fiction (1994) / Weller Antique 107 Bourbon ." Click the link to listen to this review in
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Whiskey Review: Gentleman Jack Tennessee Whiskey
In this review, we’re diving into Gentleman Jack , a Tennessee whiskey from the legendary Jack Daniel’s distillery. Marketed as a step up from regular Jack Daniel's, Gentleman Jack is nevertheless known for that distillery's signature smoothness thanks to a double charcoal mellowing process: once before barreling, and again after. It's bottled at 80 proof and made from a mash bill of 80% corn, 12% barley, and 8% rye. We were curious: does Gentleman Jack elevate the Jack Daniel’s experience, or is it just a dressed-up version of the standard pour? Let’s find out. This review is taken from our podcast episode "On the Waterfront (1954) / Gentleman Jack Tennessee Whiskey." Click the link to listen to this review in audio format. Nose Brad : This is a really pleasant nose. The first note that stood out to me was a really nice butterscotch. There’s a lot of vanilla, some honey, and at the end of the day, this is Jack Daniel’s. I’m definitely getting
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Whiskey Review: Bardstown Bourbon Company Normandie Calvados Brandy Barrel Finish
We’re checking out another limited-release expression from Bardstown Bourbon Company. This time, Bob is flying solo for the whiskey portion as we dig into the third bottle in Bardstown’s Distillery Collection series: the Normandie Calvados Brandy Barrel Finish . We’ve already reviewed the Cathedral French Oak and Hokkaido Mizunara Oak releases from this line. Cathedral, in particular, blew us away, becoming one of our favorite whiskeys we’ve ever had on the show. So this new Calvados-finished expression has a lot to live up to. This bottle features a blend of 12- and 13-year-old bourbons from Indiana (likely MGP), both using a 75/21/4 mash bill (corn/rye/malted barley). It's been finished for a whopping 28 months in Calvados barrels, a type of apple (or sometimes pear) brandy barrel from Normandy, France. This particular finish came from a collaboration with Christian Drouin House , a renowned Calvados producer. At 104.2 proof , this limited release comes in a 3
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Franciacorta Celebrates the Winners of the 78th Emmy® Awards
September 15, 2026 (Los Angeles, CA) — Franciacorta raises a glass to the winners of the 78th Emmy® Awards while celebrating its sixth consecutive year as an official partner of [...]
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Lange
Here are the outstanding new wines by Lange. It is my pleasure to share the wines from one of the historic locations in Oregon. It was back in 1987 that Don and Wendy Lange bought a massive property in the Dundee Hills, with sweeping views of the valley. For many years Don crafted his namesake wines for and then his son, Jesse, transitioned into their head winemaker, taking over for his father. Jesse’s formal winemaking training occurred at New Zealand’s Lincoln University while on a student exchange scholarship from Oregon State in 1999. Jesse made world-class wines for years. The new 2024 wines were sensational across the board. I love the 2024 Lange ‘Estate’ Pinot Noir (OB, 95) which is big and well-structured with amazing aging potential. Learn more about these beautiful wines at https://www.langewinery.com/ and here are my reviews of the Lange wines. 2025 Lange ‘Reserve’ Pinot Gris- Stored in all neutral French oak puncheons, the 2025 Lange ‘Reserve’ Pinot Gris offers nutmeg drenc
videovPub Live - Blind Tasting Whisky: Why We're Rubbish (and great)
Over the course of the last few weeks, I’ve attended joyously good fun events. All at whisky’s side; celebrations of great whiskies and the people around it. It’s been a brilliant time with positivity and energy running throughout. But there’s another thing that connects all of these events - they were all enjoyed blind, or at least semi-blind. What I’m about to state is from a personal perspective only, but perhaps you’ll agree that in recent times tasting whisky blind - without fear - has beco
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Wine News: What I’m Reading the Week of 9/13/26
Hello and welcome to my weekly roundup of the wine stories that I find of interest on the web. I The post Wine News: What I’m Reading the Week of 9/13/26 appeared first on Vinography .
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Introducing our new Club Whiskey: The Malthouse – J.J. Corry 19 year old Marriage of Malts
The Whiskey Style: Irish Malt Whiskey Maturation: First-fill ex-bourbon barrels Age: 19 years old Bottled at: 52% ABV/104 proof Number of bottles: 150 Price: €169 Shipping: €12.95 island of Ireland, €32.50 to the US including tariffs How to buy: Available now on the link at base of page "Like silk beneath a well-worn leather […] The post Introducing our new Club Whiskey: The Malthouse – J.J. Corry 19 year old Marriage of Malts appeared first on Stories & Sips Whiskey Club .
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Why don’t Denver restaurants serve more Colorado wine?
Why don’t Denver restaurants serve more Colorado wine?
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Wild Turkey Debuts 16-Year-Old Gold Foil Edition, First in New Austin Nichols Archives Line
Wild Turkey is launching its Austin Nichols Archives line with the release of a 120-proof, 16-year-old bourbon called Gold Foil Edition, the brand announced today in a press release. Gold Foil Edition, one of the most anticipated spirits releases of the year, is now available in select markets at a suggested retail price of $400. Austin Nichols Archives will be an annual, limited-edition series dedicated to celebrating the most famed dusties of the distillery’s past. The article Wild Turkey Debuts 16-Year-Old Gold Foil Edition, First in New Austin Nichols Archives Line appeared first on VinePair .
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How leading Provence Rosé is adopting fine wine’s playbook
How leading Provence Rosé is adopting fine wine's playbook
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Honoring 250 Years of American Spirit
Our Litchfield Whiskey is an exclusive corn whiskey aged for 6 years. The post Honoring 250 Years of American Spirit first appeared on Litchfield Distillery .
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Tales of the Cocktail Foundation Announces Top 10 U.S. Nominees for the 2026 Spirited Awards
NEW ORLEANS, LA (May 19, 2026) — Tales of the Cocktail Foundation (TOTCF) is proud to announce the Top 10 International Nominees for the 20th annual Spirited Awards®. Since its inception in 2007, the Spirited Awards has become one of the world’s highest-regarded honors in the drinks industry, celebrating outstanding individuals, establishments, products, media, and Read more... The post Tales of the Cocktail Foundation Announces Top 10 U.S. Nominees for the 2026 Spirited Awards appeared first on Tales of the Cocktail Foundation .
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Rock Spur Launches New Estate Tasting Experience in Idaho’s Snake River Valley
New website, expanded membership program, and refreshed brand identity mark the next chapter for the family-owned winery September 15, 2026 (Melba, ID) — Rock Spur, a family-owned winery producing estate-grown [...]
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Libation Expands 2026 Rate the States Wine Competition Series to 14 States
Five new state competitions in Colorado, New York, North Carolina, Ohio and Wisconsin mark the series’ largest expansion to date September 15, 2026 — Libation Magazine & Wine, Beer and [...]
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📺The Ultimate Guide to BEAUJOLAIS CRU Wines: Beyond Beaujolais Nouveau
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videoEp. 2803 From Brodetto to Ribona: Exploring Le Marche Through Food and Wine with Lucrezia Bencive...
Welcome to episode 2803 of the Italian Wine Podcast and episode 263 of Wine, Food & Travel with Marc Millon. In this episode, Marc is in conversation with wine export manager Lucrezia Bencivenga to explore the story of Ribona and the dual soul of Le Marche. They explore Ribona’s history and character, the influence of Le Marche’s coastal and mountain landscapes, and how local wines reflect the region’s food, traditions and sense of place. More about the guest: Lucrezia Bencivenga is a multilingual commercial executive whose career brings together international communication, strategic thinking and a deep passion for wine. Before entering the business world, she worked as an interpreter at the European Parliament, an experience that sharpened her ability to navigate different cultures, build connections and communicate with clarity in complex environments. Today, as Commercial Director of Cantine Fontezoppa, she oversees sales development in Italy and abroad, manages ke
videoWe found an extremely cursed bottle of whisky (and tasted it)
All whisky ages well. Not so all bottles.... 00:00 Intro 01:17 The Dreadful Reveal 03:48 Tasting
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🎧📺Building a Spot for Somm’s: Popina | The Buildout
How did James O’Brien build the restaurant where seemingly every sommelier in New York wants to drink wine on their night off? The prices are certainly part ...
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Worthy Park Select Rum
Paul Senft reviews Worthy Park Select Rum in the "Angel's Share" section of the May 2026 issue of "Got Rum?" magazine.
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Ep 278 - Oceanic Wine Explained: Can You Taste the Sea? with Chris Howard
Can You Taste the Sea? In this episode of Eat Sleep Wine Repeat, Janina dives into the fascinating and potentially controversial idea of Oceanic Wine with wine writer, judge and educator Chris Howard . Chris has proposed that oceanic wine should be considered a category in its own right, exploring what happens when the sea becomes one of the dominant forces shaping a vineyard and the wine in your glass. But what actually makes a wine oceanic rather than simply coastal? Chris explains why proximity alone isn't enough, and how wind, fog, salt, temperature, exposure and geography can all influence vineyards in very different ways. From California's Sonoma Coast and coastal Chile to Tasmania, Margaret River, South Africa and New Zealand, this episode explores Wine Regions where the ocean may play a defining role. The conversation also asks one of the most intriguing questions in Wine Education: when tasters describe salinity, iodine, oyster shell or sea spray, are we genuinely tasting the
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Two Estates Wine Collective Appoints Steven Wyngard National Sales Manager
Napa Valley wine company taps veteran sales executive to lead wholesale sales for Cuvaison and Brandlin Estate September 15, 2026 (Napa Valley, CA) — Napa Valley’s family-owned Two Estates Wine Collective (TEWC), [...]