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podcast· 1h 07m· Ep 117IWP Ep117 Unfiltered Festival 2026 Panel - What makes a great wine: Restraint vs Risk
IWP Ep117 Unfiltered Festival 2026 Panel - What makes a great wine: Restraint vs Risk. We have another of the great panels from the Unfiltered festival. What makes a great wine: Restraint vs Risk. It's a great and varied panel. Randal Graham from Popelouchum, Angela Osborne from A Tribute to Grace, Brent Mayeaux from Stagiaire, Kimberly Charles from Charles Communication Associates and moderator Chad Arnold, the GM and head buyer at Paul Marcus Wines discuss what actually makes a great wine. Is it the winemaker, the setting, age, something more mysterious? Charles Carpy, one of the best known Pre-Prohibition wine makers, said that a wine couldn’t be truly great unless you kept going back to it until the entire bottle was finished. Once again Andrew Sullivan organized this panel as part of his Unfiltered Festival held in July at Donkey and Goat, I hope you enjoy the conversation. Watch the panel video at https://youtu.be/j9SLAUgc5mw Follow the podcast at
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Sarah Jessica Parker & Invivo Wines Launch 0% Sauvignon Blanc
Sarah Jessica Parker and New Zealand’s Invivo Wines debut their first alcohol-free wine. This winter, the partners-in-wine introduce Invivo X, SJP 0% Sauvignon Blanc, the newest addition to their cult-favourite wine collection, now hitting the shelves nationwide across New Zealand. The new 0% wine was crafted in New Zealand by Invivo Cofounder and Winemaker Rob […]
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Raising a Glass for Peace
Community • Hospitality Raising a Glass for Peace: Celebrating Hope After the Gaza Hostage Release By Cocktails with Mario Team • 15 October 2025 The The post Raising a Glass for Peace first appeared on Cocktails With Mario .
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Aaron Coxhead Wins 2026 North Island Young Winemaker of the Year
Congratulations to Aaron Coxhead from Coxhead Wines for becoming the 2026 Tonnellerie de Mercurey North Island Young Winemaker of the Year following the competition held on 23 July at Eastern Institute of Technology (EIT) in Hawke’s Bay. Having come second in this competition in 2024, Aaron has since been gaining international winemaking experience and returned […]
videoThe Final LCCG Video | Thank You for 9 Years
Fandom Flavors https://youtu.be/vdDDW8owsVM After 9 incredible years, this is the final video on the Low Carb Cocktail Guy channel. This decision wasn’t easy. What started as a passion for low-carb cocktails turned into an amazing journey with an incredible community. Over the years, this channel grew to 6,730 subscribers, 275 videos, and over 329,000 views — and every single one of those numbers represents a moment shared with you. I’ve explored just about everything I can within this space, an
videoDiscover Kelowna’s Ellison Field Taphouse ✈️🍺 From Historic Flights to Beer Flights #YLW #BCAleTrail
Before it was Kelowna International Airport, it was Ellison Field. Now, Ellison Field Taphouse is bringing a taste of BC straight to the terminal! In 1947, the first commercial flight took off from this historic airstrip. By 1949, the original terminal building opened with a 3,000-foot grass runway, marking the start of Kelowna’s aviation story. Today, Ellison Field Taphouse brings that history to life with a modern twist. Now open pre-security, this beer-forward restaurant honours the airpor
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The 20 Best Cognacs to Drink in 2025
For the second year in a row, Cognac is experiencing a significant downturn in sales, perhaps as much as some 13 percent overall. Insiders chalk this up to China — Cognac’s biggest market by value — levying duties of up to 34.9 percent on European brandy, something widely viewed as retaliatory for the EU’s decision to impose huge import tariffs on Chinese-made electric vehicles. Similar tariff problems abound in the U.S. — Cognac’s biggest market by volume — and consumers seem to be switching to lower-priced bottles. That’s not necessarily a bad thing. The article The 20 Best Cognacs to Drink in 2025 appeared first on VinePair .
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Altitude meets attitude at Central's Coal Pit Wines
When many New Zealanders are enjoying the sun on Greek beaches, Spanish cities or London streets, winemakers in the deep south are releasing new wines during the coldest months of winter. By 'deep south', I am referring to Central Otago - one of the southernmost wine regions in the world. This week's trio of new releases comes from a small producer with a high quality focus - Coal Pit Wines.The winery and home vineyard are tucked away at the top of a dramatic driveway in Gibbston Valley, Central...
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Hawke’s Bay Wine Auction Unveil Sculpture by Artist Glen Colechin
The Hawke’s Bay Wine Auction has unveiled an original copper sculpture by acclaimed Napier artist Glen Colechin as one of the headline lots for its 2026 event. Created exclusively for the auction, Perpetual Harvest is the first sculptural artwork to feature since 2018 and will go under the hammer on Saturday 12 September, with every […]
podcast· 14:24· S23E2Black Swans, Swan Valley Wine, and a Roman Poet | S23E2
An exploration of the history of the wine region, the wine styles, and what a Roman poet and Black Swans have to do with any of it. Resources from this episode: Websites: Académie du Vin Library: Swan Diversion - an unsung Australian wine valley, James, A. (2 May 2024) https://academieduvinlibrary.com/blogs/vinosity/swan-diversion-an-unsung-australian-wine-valley Australian Atlas: Swan Valley https://www.australianatlas.com.au/wine-regions/swan-valley Australian Wine: Swan District https://www.australianwine.com/our-places/western-australia/swan-district-wine-region Britannica: History of Western Australia https://www.britannica.com/place/Western-Australia/History Britannica: Juvenal https://www.britannica.com/biography/Juvenal Britannica: Swan River https://www.britannica.com/place/Swan-River-Australia Britannica: Western Australia https://www.britannica.com/place/Western-Australia/People Ebird: Black Swan https://ebird.org/species/blkswa Gutenberg: The Satires of Juvenal, Persius, Su
videoCannonau di Sardegna DOC in 60 Seconds #italy
Cannonau di Sardegna DOC in 60 Seconds #italy 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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Hayes Family Wines Block 2 Grenache 2025
Big love for this excellent Hayes Family Wines Block 2 Grenache made under the keen eye of winemaker Andrew Seppelt. Juicy and vibrant, it pops and slaps. Absolutely delicious! From Hayes Family Wines' certified organic 1948 plantings, this tiny two barrel release is a stunning expression of Barossa Grenache after yields were slashed by 85%. Bursting with energy, raspberries, raspberry rope, redcurrants and red apple skin race across the palate, with a crunchy red apple acidity keeping everything lively. Give it a swirl and blueberries emerge, adding another layer of intrigue. Super fine tannins provide a delicate grip without interrupting the flow, leaving the wine sleek, pliable and effortlessly drinkable. It's packed with interest yet dances with freshness, making each sip even more compelling than the last. Delicious and ridiculously moreish, go here. 95/100 Region: Barossa RRP: $50 Source: Sample Winery Website Subscribe to Qwine here Follow:&n
videoRefreshing is an understatement. Make this and report back 😌🍑 #Short
Refreshing is an understatement. Make this and report back 😌🍑 Peach Brazilian Lemonade • 4 oz Stella Rosa Peach • 2 limes, peeled • 1 lime unpeeled • 1/2 cup peach chunks • 1.5 tbsp sweetened condensed milk • 1 cup ice • Blend limes, peaches, condensed milk, water, and ice on high for 30 seconds. Strain through a fine mesh strainer into a glass. Top with Stella Rosa Peach. #PeachLemonade #CocktailRecipe #CocktailLemonade #CocktailInspo #Short
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The Quiet Before Harvest
The Quiet Before Harvest August is a month of anticipation. Across much of the Northern Hemisphere, growers begin each morning by walking their vineyards, tasting… Read more The post The Quiet Before Harvest appeared first on Vinum 55 .
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Chateau Ste. Michelle Introduces New Evergreen Vineyard Riesling and Columbia Valley Red Blend
Woodinville, Wash. (July 23, 2026) — This summer, Chateau Ste. Michelle, Washington’s founding winery, introduces two new wines that showcase the quality and diversity of Washington wine: Chateau Ste. Michelle 2024 Evergreen […] The post Chateau Ste. Michelle Introduces New Evergreen Vineyard Riesling and Columbia Valley Red Blend appeared first on Sip Magazine .
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Hayes Family Wines Estate Mataro 2025
Quality Mataro here from Hayes Family Wines. Lovers of the variety will find plenty to embrace, especially if they're prepared to give it a little time to open up. From sustainably farmed and certified organic survivor vines (70 years+) planted in the 1940s, this wine used to be known as the Block 3 single vineyard, however, the 2025 sees a little of Block 4 (directly behind running perpendicular to Block 3) blended in, hence the renaming to simply the Estate. Mulberries, blueberry paste and blackcurrants provide a dense fruit core, while cured meats, liquorice and gentle puffs of earth bring the savoury complexity the variety does so well. Medium to full-bodied, the fruit shows a little more concentration and a slightly stewed edge than previous vintages, reflecting the conditions of the season rather than the winemaking. Even so, the wine carries itself with confidence, delivering impressive length and persistence. Give it plenty of air and it begins to relax, reve
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Meet the Families Behind Temecula Valley Wine Country
In celebration of Family Winemakers Month, meet the founders, farmers, winemakers and next-generation leaders whose families have helped shape Temecula Valley Wine Country. Family-owned wineries come in many forms. Some begin with vineyards passed from one generation to the next. Others start with a first-generation leap of faith, a parcel of land, and an idea […] The post Meet the Families Behind Temecula Valley Wine Country first appeared on Temecula Valley Winegrowers Association .
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Soft Power Isn’t Dead for Wine Lovers
Event series pairing wine with geopolitics debuts stateside ahead of Tuscan launch July 24, 2026 (Salt Lake City, UT) — This August, Enopolitik, a new series of wine-centric encounters built [...]
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Chateau Ste. Michelle Introduces New Evergreen Vineyard Riesling and Columbia Valley Red Blend
July 23, 2026 (Woodinville, WA) — This summer, Chateau Ste. Michelle, Washington’s founding winery, introduces two new wines that showcase the quality and diversity of Washington wine: Chateau Ste. Michelle [...]
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Johnson Brothers Announces New Partnership with Edrington
July 23, 2026 (Saint Paul, MN) — Johnson Brothers, a leading family-owned distributor of wine, spirits, and beer, today announced a new partnership with Edrington, strengthening its luxury spirits portfolio across Indiana, Nebraska, North Dakota, [...]
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How To Trick Wine Drinkers into Reading Substantial Wine Writing
A little bait and switch would benefit everyone
videoThe woman behind a First Growth wine
Meet the most powerful woman in Bordeaux. Discover how Corinne Mentzelopoulos took command of Château Margaux and redefined First Growth wine. What questions does this video answer? Who runs the famous Château Margaux winery? Who is Corinne Mentzelopoulos? Are there women running First Growth Bordeaux estates? Who is the most powerful woman in the Bordeaux wine industry? About This Video: The world of First Growth Bordeaux has historically been a boys' club, but Château Margaux breaks the mold. Certified Italian Wine Ambassador Greg Martellotto introduces Corinne Mentzelopoulos, the visionary woman who has commanded this legendary estate for decades. As one of the very few women to ever run a First Growth winery, she is widely considered the most powerful woman in Bordeaux. Discover the leadership behind one of the most prestigious and iconic wines in the world. Women in Wine: Corinne Mentzelopoulos, female winery owners, powerful women in business, female leadership in Bordeaux
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Gianfranco Fino – Salento Fiano IGT “Sedicimila” 2024
Dopo aver sorpreso col Primitivo di Manduria, Fino scommette ora sul Fiano 'Sedicimila', omaggio alle barbatelle che Carlo II d'Angiò piantò in Puglia a fine 1200. Un bianco che punta sull’equilibrio: l'affinamento misto legno/acciaio dona complessità, ma il sorso resta fresco, sapido e di squisita finezza.
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First Single Vineyard Italian Wine In Sicily Celebrates 55 Years
There are ancient Greek ruins at one corner; at another, a baroque hilltop town; then, walking through a medieval village near a gorgeous coastline with the pristine turquoise water rhythmically lapping up onto the golden sand and then all of … Continue reading → The post First Single Vineyard Italian Wine In Sicily Celebrates 55 Years appeared first on Dame Wine .