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videoWhy volcanic ash makes wine taste incredible
Rome's imperial cellar was never in Rome—it was in Campania. Discover how volcanic ash, ancient grapes, and Mount Vesuvius still shape the glass today. What questions does this video answer? Where did ancient Roman emperors actually source their finest wines? How did the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 A.D. preserve Campania's wine history? What makes Aglianico and Taurasi some of Italy's most age-worthy red wines? Why do Fiano and Greco thrive in cool, high-altitude volcanic soils? What is Gragnano, and why is it Naples' ultimate pairing for pizza? About This Video: Rome’s greatest cellar was not in Rome. It was in Campania, where volcanic ground, mountain air, and prehistoric grape varieties shaped the taste of the empire. When Mount Vesuvius erupted in 79 A.D., it buried Pompeii’s vineyards and terracotta wine vessels in ash—preserving a viticultural blueprint that winemakers still follow today. Campania never bothered copying Tuscany or Piedmont. It preserved its own langu
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📺The Rise and Fall of Chicago’s The Violet Hour | The Buildout
Toby Maloney is one of the country’s most respected cocktail creators, responsible not only for multiple modern classics, but also for some of drinkers’ favo...
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As Climate Change Shifts Harvest Earlier, Winemakers Face a New Set of Challenges Beyond the Vineyard
Along with high temperatures, wine regions around the world reported new records for early grape harvests this summer. For some, it was weeks ahead of the traditional fall schedule, for others it was months in advance. In the heart of the Roussillon in France, Domaine Lafage started picking grapes on July 23, something winemaker Jean-Marc Lafage told France Info he’d never seen before. The article As Climate Change Shifts Harvest Earlier, Winemakers Face a New Set of Challenges Beyond the Vineyard appeared first on VinePair.
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Frank Family Vineyards and SIMKHAI Launch Year-Long Partnership at New York Fashion Week
The Napa Valley winery and luxury fashion house will unite for events in New York and Napa Valley and a limited-edition wine supporting Dress for Success® Worldwide September 2, 2026 [...]
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Inside London’s Urban Wine Co: A drink with founder Richard Sharp
Julie Sheppard talks to Richard Sharp about why he founded community winemaking project Urban Wine Co, his journey since and the logistics of harvesting grapes from balconies and gardens across the UK capital.
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La Farra: Family Roots and High-Altitude Viticulture in the Heart of Prosecco Superiore
In the UNESCO landscape of the Prosecco Hills, the Nardi family tells its winemaking story through high-altitude vineyards, Rive crus and a style of hospitality designed to bring visitors closer [...]
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📺Wine People Close Up — Irakli Gilauri and Karen MacNeil
"Twice in my career, a man from Georgia (the country) has walked into my office and changed the way I think about the world of wine.The first time, two decad...
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Gin's botanical blueprint
Botanicals is a word often seen in relation to gin, but what actually are they? Drinks journalist Jacopo Mazzeo explores what botanicals are and how they add a new level to this juniper-based spirit. At its broadest legal definition, juniper berries (Juniperus communis) are the only botanical required for a spirit to be called gin. They provide the unmistakable resinous, piney backbone, along with bright citrus notes and subtle peppery spice that are the hallmarks of the spirit. An evergreen shrub or small tree, juniper is one of the most geographically widespread plants in the world. Much of the juniper used in gin production, however, comes from southern Europe, particularly Italy and North Macedonia, where the berries are prized for their high concentration of aromatic oils. Gins made using juniper as their sole botanical have been produced throughout history and continue to exist today, with Menorca’s traditional Gin de Mahón being a notable example. Yet they are the exception rath
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Tim Atkin MW’s SA Special Report features top South African wines
Tim Atkin MW's SA Special Report features top South African wines
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Reports: Pernod Ricard Held Acquisition, Merger Talks with Brown Forman
UPDATE 3/27/26: Pernod Ricard and Brown-Forman confirmed the discussions about a potential deal between the two entities in separate releases late yesterday. Both refer to the “potential business combination” as a “merger of equals.” Pernod and Brown-Forman both say they will release no further communications until they reach an agreement. We will continue to update this story as more information becomes available. Pernod Ricard is in talks to merge with or acquire Brown-Forman. The article Reports: Pernod Ricard Held Acquisition, Merger Talks with Brown Forman appeared first on VinePair .
video100% through La Place de Bordeaux, by design
Manuel Louzada on the Baroness Philippine de Rothschild decision that shaped Almaviva's place in the world. #WinePodcast #ManuelLouzada #Almaviva #PlaceDeBordeaux #Shorts
videoNational Rum Punch Day | Pineapple Rum Punch
Happy National Rum Punch Day! We know it’s September, but it’s still summer to us until the 22nd - so we are throwing it back to Molly’s Pineapple Rum Punch! Fruity and delicious. No notes.
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Man arrested over suspected £500,000 counterfeit wine sale
Man arrested over suspected £500,000 counterfeit wine sale
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New Report Ranks Most Popular Spirits Brands for Shots on American Menus
As the affordability crisis encroaches into alcohol sales, shots, with their high ABV and relatively cheap cost, look appealing to some Americans. From February 2025 to 2026, Jameson and Fireball were the most common brands listed on shots menus at independent bars and restaurants across the U.S. according to a new report from the research company Ground Signal. Patron, Jagermeister, and Don Julio round out the top five spirits most popular for shots. The survey included menus from chains like Buffalo Wild Wings and Top Golf as a secondary data set combined with the independent brands. The article New Report Ranks Most Popular Spirits Brands for Shots on American Menus appeared first on VinePair .
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Highly acclaimed Remus Bourbon introduces the Remus Bottle Club
Highly acclaimed Remus Bourbon introduces the Remus Bottle Club A treat for aficionados and collectors, the new club delivers rare and award-winning Remus Bourbon expressions to members’ doorsteps ST. LOUIS (March 23, 2026) – Remus Bourbon has the perfect solution for bourbon lovers always on the hunt for top-rated, award-winning limited releases and insider knowledge on the acclaimed brand – the Remus Bottle […]
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🎧Ep 619: The Wines of Provence – Liz Gabay & Ben Bernheim Return To Discuss Their Latest Book
Liz Gabay, MW and her partner and son, Ben Bernheim, come back on the show as dynamic as ever. This time they discuss their latest, wonderful book, "The Wines of Provence," which was recently published. We broaden our conversation from episode 434, to discuss not just rosé, but also Provence, which is far more complex than I ever knew. We discuss appellations, history, grapes, wine types, producers, and a whole lot more! A great show with some dear friends. Enjoy! Full show notes and all back episodes are on Patreon. Join the community today! www.patreon.com/winefornormalpeople _______________________________________________________________ CHECK OUT MY NEW SPONSOR!!! This show is brought to you by my NEW exclusive sponsor, Grapes the Wine Company – an actual brick and mortar store located in White Plains, New York that has been recognized by the Wall Street Journal as one of the most influential wine retailers in America. It is a store owned by my friend Daniel Posner, who has been on
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Introducing Our Cobbler Shaker: The One We Actually Like
We're not too fond of cobbler shakers, so we decided to make the BEST cobbler shaker on the market. Check it out at A Bar Above!
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Bar Section Launch
Elevate your bar. Get discovered on a global cocktail platform. What are we building? We are building a dedicated bar section within Gin Genie, designed to give bars worldwide a place to be seen and discovered. The idea is simple: bring together venues, gin lovers and the industry in one structured platform, where visibility goes […]
videoBad Wine; It’s Not What It Used To Be
There's an old saying that you have to drink some bad wine to appreciate good wine. In today's market, it's never been easier to find both. Overall wine quality has never been better than it is today; I'd go so far as to say that, from a consumer perspective, we're in the midst of the golden age for wine, yet at the same time, the wine world is overrun with heaps of bad wine, but increasingly a newer sort of bad. Bad wine can mean a lot of things, but here I don't mean wines you don't like. I'm referring to wines with flaws, sometimes faulty wines that are oxidized, with microbial issues, excessive sulphur, or cork taint caused by TCA. Sometimes it's linked to shoddy winemaking. Historically, the problems were linked to a lack of resources, a lack of knowledge, or both. This still happens today, but it's much less frequent. Now, there is a whole new class of bad: it's deliberate bad, and in my opinion, it's much worse than being well-intentioned and screwing up. Good wine is never
videoThe Problem With RIESLING Isn’t the Wine with Ernst Loosen
In this episode of the No Sediment Wine Podcast, I sit down with Ernst Loosen of Dr. Loosen to explore why Riesling remains one of the most misunderstood wines in the world. We discuss its image problem, traditional winemaking, long ageing, and the impact of Germany’s 1971 wine law. Ernst also breaks down the VDP, Grosse Lage and Grosses Gewächs classifications, while sharing his views on what makes great Riesling and why German wine is still so often underestimated. You can also listen to the No Sediment Wine Podcast episodes on Spotify, Apple Podcast, Amazon Music, Google Podcasts and Castbox. Some of the WINE ACCESSORIES I use regularly: 🍷 My Everyday Go-To Wine Glass: https://amzn.to/3OAQAcW 🥂 My Favorite Champagne Wine Glass: https://amzn.to/3qhMLRF 🥂 One of My Favorite Wine Glasses: https://amzn.to/3uG8Nfc 🧳 The Best Wine Suitcase: https://bit.ly/3Zlzuoq (Use code NOSEDIMENT10 for 10% discount) 🗜️ I Preserve My Wines with CORAVIN: https://amzn.to/3O1AYPS 🪡 CORAVIN Vintage
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Why Choose Wine Tourism in Portugal as Your Travel Advisor
Who should you trust to plan your Portugal trip : a search engine, a booking platform, or a dedicated travel advisor? By now, you've probably decided you want a dedicated travel advisor for your trip to Portugal: not an overwhelming stack of browser tabs, not a generic mass-market package, and certainly not a gamble with your precious vacation time. That's the easy part. The harder question is: which advisor should you trust?
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Behind the Cork™ - Caposaldo Chianti
2024 Caposaldo Chianti ($12.99) The name Caposaldo translates to “benchmark” in Italian—a bold claim that the wine backs up with a legendary backstory. If you look closely at the label, you'll spot golden horse heads. These pay tribute to Caposaldo, a historic Roman racing horse favored by Emperor Nero. By conquering Rome’s Circus Maximus, the champion horse became the ultimate standard of excellence, a quality that Caposaldo wines aim to replicate in every bottle. In the Chianti DOCG, every bottle must contain a minimum of 70% Sangiovese grapes. The website suggests that Caposaldo uses 75% Sangiovese, along with Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon in this wine. These grapes are handpicked on the rolling hillside vineyards of Tuscany, Italy, specifically spanning across the hilly provinces of Arezzo and Siena. The winery uses stainless steel tanks for fermentation. Then, 30 percent of the wine is separated to age for six months inside traditional oak vats before blending and bottling. This 2
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Geographic Indications (GIs) : The Barbados Rum GI Explained
Geographic Indications (GIs) : The Barbados Rum GI Explained The proposed Barbados Rum Geographical Indication (GI) sets out to define what can legally be labelled as “Barbados Rum”. A geographical indication identifies products whose characteristics, reputation, or quality are essentially attributable to their place of origin. In this case, the GI aims to ensure that […] The post Geographic Indications (GIs) : The Barbados Rum GI Explained appeared first on thefatrumpirate.com .
podcast· 25:24Podcast 842 – Jeff Gargiulo, Founder, Gargiulo Vineyards, Oakville AVA, Napa Valley
A tomato farmer from Florida becomes a grape farmer in Napa Valley, not really that surprising. When farming is in your blood, it stays. Jeff Gargiulo is well known in Napa Valley for world class wines and his joy for farming grapes shows in each bottle. I met up with Jeff at his property in [...]