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Kent’s Sparkling-Wine Moment: How a Vineyard Region Becomes a Global Destination
Kent is no longer simply producing internationally respected English sparkling wine. It is developing the infrastructure, partnerships and visitor experiences required to become a globally recognized wine-tourism destination. The county is home to approximately 120 commercially active vineyards and more than a quarter of Great Britain’s vineyard area. Its 2025 harvest produced more than five […] The post Kent’s Sparkling-Wine Moment: How a Vineyard Region Becomes a Global Destination appeared first on Liz Palmer .
videoFocussing on wines expressing where they come from
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Ponche de Granada y Agave: El Coctel Rojo que Encanta la Navidad
El color oficial de la temporada, ahora en un coctel El Ponche de Granada y Agave es visualmente impecable: rojo intenso, brillante y absolutamente navideño. Su combinación de jugo de granada, miel, agua mineral y Tequila Hornitos® Añejo lo convierte en una bebida fresca, frutal y sofisticada.
videovPub Live - Islay Whisky - A Decade of Change
The angle on this has changed a little, but I think I’m happier with it now. What started as a focus on ranking whiskies, policies, pricing, ethics and market attitudes has morphed into something that’s a mini-take on general whisky today. I’m personally very precious about Islay, so when I discuss it I feel myself drawn to the positives. I hope I’ve worked out a way to do that while still drawing attention to those odd things that are less positive. First, let’s zoom out. We often discuss whisk
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May 10: Mother’s Day
It's Mother's Day. Get her a bottle of something nice. Maybe she'll share it with you. It's what mothers do.
videoThey Don't Make Blanton's Like They Used To? A $22 Single Barrel Bourbon from BT Can Beat it?
Go to http://zbiotics.com/bourbonight15 and use BOURBONIGHT15 at checkout for 15% off any first time orders of ZBiotics probiotics. We take a Blanton's Single Barrel Bourbon that was bottled in 2018, and put it up against a Blanton's that was bottled in late 2025 in a blind tasting to see if they still make Blanton's like they used to. It make our blind even more interesting, we tossed in a Benchmark Single Barrel (also made at Buffalo Trace) that was purchased from a big box store in 2026 to se
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A staggering statistic
About once every two months, I meet up for lunch with a group of friends I name The Birthday Girls. As that suggests, we meet up around the time when one of us has a birthday. Not necessarily the same week as the birthday even, but close enough that we all have a common date free in our diary. There are ten of us altogether, although not all of us can manage all of the dates. On average there are about 7 or 8 of us at any one time. We know one another going back decades and first met when our children were at nursery age. A few weeks ago saw such a meeting to celebrate L's birthday. She dropped the bombshell that she and her husband of over 30 years have just separated. About a month ago, another one announced she was separated from her long-term partner. It got me thinking that in our group: 3 are married still 3 of us are widows 4 are divorced or separated So in other words only 3 out of 10 are still in a relationship. That is quite a staggering statistic for such a small group
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Saturday Webinar: The Insider’s Guide to the CSW
On Saturday, September 19—at 10:00 am central time (CDT), we are pleased to offer one of our most popular webinars—The Insider’s Guide to the CSW Exam—presented by Jane A. Nickles, CSE, CWE: If you are currently pursuing the Certified Specialist of Wine (CSW) Certification or considering the CSW as your … Continue reading →
videoMerridale Cidery and Distillery Cowichan Whisky Jack Canadian Single Malt Review
Merridale Cidery and Distillery Cowichan Whisky Jack Canadian Single Malt Review 43% Finished in ex Apple Brandy Casks 375ml $49 #merridaledistillery #merridalecowichanwhiskyjack #cowichanwhiskyjack #merridalecider #merridalecidery
videoWINE 101 - Vocabulary for Beginners
In this beginner-friendly guide, Julien presents essential vocabulary to help newcomers discuss wine confidently with sommeliers and experts. Mastering a few fundamental concepts allows anyone to accurately describe their tasting experience. 00:00 - How to Talk about Wine 01:36 - Sweetness in Wine 02:38 - Talk about ‘’Acidity’’ 03:22 - What is the body of wine? 04:12 - Tannins in red wine 05:17 - Alcohol in wine _______________________ BECOME A WINE EXPLORER! Want to Taste Rare, Small Batch Wines from Argentina & Around the World? 🍷Click here: https://bit.ly/3T9UI6y EXPERIENCE EXTREME ALTITUDE WINES! Want to Taste Wine from the Most Remote Vineyards in the World? (Think 6,000 ft+!!) 🍷Click here: https://bit.ly/3T9UI6y _______________________ Dry vs. Sweet: This refers to the wine's sweetness level. A wine with no noticeable sugar is described as "bone-dry" or simply "dry" (often tasting crisp). Wines with high sugar levels are called "sweet," while those in the middle are cate
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Chocolate Caliente con Tequila: El Postre Líquido Más Elegante de la Navidad
Un clásico reconfortante llevado al siguiente nivel El chocolate caliente es un símbolo del invierno. Pero cuando se mezcla con Tres Generaciones® Añejo Cristalino , se transforma en un coctel elegante, cálido y perfecto para cerrar una noche navideña. Es un abrazo líquido con notas de cacao, vainilla, madera y agave.
videoDelle Venezie DOC in 60 Seconds #italy #pinotgrigio
Delle Venezie DOC in 60 Seconds #italy #pinotgrigio Santé, James © 2026 James Melendez / James the Wine Guy — All Rights Reserved. **** Social Networks LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamespmelendez/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/james_melendez_jamesthewineguy/ WordPress: http://jamesthewineguy.wordpress.com/ YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/user/jamesthewineguy Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jameswineguy/ Twitter: http://twitter.com/jamesthewineguy
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【 Review 】Single Malt Dessin Series Flora 2025 Ikawa Distillery
The Ikawa Distillery is a secluded distillery in Shizuoka Prefecture, Japan. The third single malt is a non-peat whisky from the “Flora” series. Located at an altitude of 1,200 meters above sea level, the Ikawa Distillery is the highest distillery in Japan and can be said to be the most difficult to reach. This single […]
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Tequila Aficionado Magazine – Holiday 2025
Tequila on trial, holiday gift picks, and the hidden risks behind the tequila boom. The post Tequila Aficionado Magazine – Holiday 2025 appeared first on Tequila Aficionado .
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A Review of my Water Tasting Classes in The Daily Pour
Amanda Paul wrote a review of one of my Water Tasting Classes in San Francisco, for The Daily Pour. The Daily Pour will be sponsoring a water judging called the Water Choice Awards later this year. I quickly realized our host was one of those rare people who moves through the world like an almanac, […] The post A Review of my Water Tasting Classes in The Daily Pour first appeared on Alcademics .
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How I Clarified the Ice Problem – Imbibe Magazine
For the 20th anniversary issue of Imbibe Magazine (to which I have subscribed all 20 years, and written for a few times), Wayne Curtis wrote a story on my work on and solution to creating clear ice at home. Among these was Camper English. A spirits writer based in San Francisco with a background in science, […] The post How I Clarified the Ice Problem – Imbibe Magazine first appeared on Alcademics .
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A Review of my Water Tasting Class in Coyote Media
Soleil Ho, the former SF Chronicle restaurant critic, attended one of my Water Tasting Classes in San Francisco and wrote up an awesome review of it for Coyote Media. The class was a particularly fun session, with two very opinionated bartenders in attendance. I don’t usually consider water in my daily life. I drink good […] The post A Review of my Water Tasting Class in Coyote Media first appeared on Alcademics .
podcast· 1h 21m· S10E42Episode 546 - Shafer TD-9 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
Shafer Wines In this episode, Rob and Scott explore Shafer WInes introductory Cabernet (for $99 a bottle), their TD-9 Cabernet. So come join us, on The Wine Vault.
videoWhy Napa Valley wine changes every single mile
The real map of California wine isn't drawn with county lines—it's drawn by the fog. Discover how the cold Pacific Ocean controls your favorite wine. What questions does this video answer? What determines if a California wine region grows Pinot Noir or Cabernet? How does the Pacific fog physically alter the Napa Valley? Why is Sonoma considered more geographically fractured than Napa? How do the East-West valleys of Santa Barbara change the wine? What is the "old-vine" map of California? About This Video: California wine isn't just one climate—it’s a constant, brutal race between the freezing Pacific fog and the burning inland sun. Certified Italian Wine Ambassador Greg Martellotto breaks down the "invisible" map of California wine, explaining why you need to stop buying based on county lines and start following the cold air. We explore how coastal fog funnels through mountain gaps, dropping temperatures to create the perfect high-acid environment for delicate Pinot Noir and Ch
video¡LAS ALTERNATIVAS DE VIZCARRONDO VS JAPÓN! | RedWine
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What Is Vermouth? A Bartender’s Guide to Sweet & Dry Vermouth
Vermouth is that strange bottle that often sits idle in the fridge until someone orders a... The post What Is Vermouth? A Bartender’s Guide to Sweet & Dry Vermouth appeared first on Taste & Trot .
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De Bortoli Melba Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon 2022
Named after the famed Dame Nellie Melba. The Melba vineyard first planted in 1971 with further plantings in 1987, 1988 and 1990. Oak and stainless steel ferment (18-20 days) before […]
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Añejo Old Fashioned: La Sobremesa Perfecta con Tres Generaciones® Añejo
Un clásico de la coctelería, reinterpretado con espíritu mexicano El Old Fashioned es sinónimo de elegancia. Y cuando se prepara con Tres Generaciones® Añejo , adquiere un carácter profundo, especiado y cálido que encaja de manera magistral con el invierno y la Navidad.
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【 Newly redesigned and now available 】ＳＵＮＴＯＲＹ ＷＨＩＳＫＹ”碧Ａｏ”
Suntory’s “碧 Ao” to go on sale with a new name, contents, and packaging. “碧 Ao” is a world blended whisky, a blend of the world’s top five whiskys, and the renewal seems to have used a longer aged whisky in the blend to achieve a thicker, more complex and richer flavor. The name has also […]