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Wine News: What I’m Reading the Week of 4/26/26
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 4/26/26 appeared first on Vinography .
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Laphroaig Releases 2025 Càirdeas Lore Cask Strength
Laphroaig's 2025 Cairdeas release is Lore Cask Strength, an update to the classic Lore expression that's bottled straight out of the cask at 59.6% ABV. The post Laphroaig Releases 2025 Càirdeas Lore Cask Strength appeared first on Bevvy .
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videoBarolo vs Barbaresco: A Taste Test #shorts
Exploring the nuances of Nebbiolo: From classic Poderi Colla Barolo to Barbaresco Asili 2019 and beyond. Which Italian red reigns supreme? #Barolo #Barbaresco #WineTasting #ItalianWine #Nebbiolo
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From Red Carpet to Red Wines: Frank Family Vineyards’ Hollywood Roots
At Frank Family Vineyards, storytelling has always been at the heart of the experience. Long before the first vines were planted or the first vintage bottled, Rich and Leslie Frank were immersed in stories—shaping them, sharing them, and bringing them to life on screens large and small. Today, that same spirit of creativity, intention, and […] The post From Red Carpet to Red Wines: Frank Family Vineyards’ Hollywood Roots appeared first on Frank Family Vineyards Blog .
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Merlot Vs. Pinot Noir - Which Red Wine Makes A Better Gift?
Both Pinot Noir and Merlot have a way of showing up and stealing the moment, but they do it in completely different styles. When I pour a Pinot, I’m usually expecting something slow and graceful: lighter in body, bright with acidity, and rich with red-fruit notes of cherry, raspberry, maybe some wil.. Read More
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INSIDER DEAL! 94-Point Cabernet 70% OFF!
SAVE $42 A BOTTLE on the 94-point Dolum Estates Cabernet Sauvignon for the next day. One of our most popular ... Read more
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What Does Our Wine Club Actually Get You? Let Us Show You.
A Peek Inside the Spring 2026 ‘Friends With Benefits’ Wine Club for Vintner's Choice 12 Ever wondered what it's actually like to be a wine club member at Portland Wine Company? We get that question a lot — usually right after someone finishes a glass at the tasting room and starts doing the math in their head. The short answer: it's pretty great. The long answer is this blog post. Twice a year, our Friends with Benefits Wine Club members receive a carefully curated box of Love & Squalor wines — pre-releases that haven't hit the shelves yet, club-exclusive bottles you can't buy anywhere else, and critic-recognized pours at a 20% member discount. Spring shipments go out just before Mother's Day; Fall boxes arrive right before Thanksgiving. It's the kind of thing that turns a good season into a great one. Here's exactly what's going into the Spring 2026 Vintner's Choice 12 box — so you can see for yourself what you've been missing. Why the Wine Club Exists (and Why We Love It So Much) Whe
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3 Twists on a Mint Julep for the Kentucky Derby
Every year the Kentucky Derby is full of pastel shades, vibrant rowdy energy, and of course the Mint Julep. While I believe that no Kentucky Derby would be complete without at least one Mint Julep in hand, there are a few variations that add the perfect twist to this classic derby drink. The classic Mint Julep […] The post 3 Twists on a Mint Julep for the Kentucky Derby appeared first on Wine 365 .
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RTD and Cider Supplier for South Korea
Looking for an RTD and cider supplier for South Korea? Discover Canadian shelf-stable beverages with long shelf life, no refrigeration requirements, and strong cost competitiveness for importers and distributors.
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Alto Adige, annata 2025 con risultati d’eccellenza
Vini bianchi freschi, fruttati e aromatici e vini rossi profondi, dai colori intensi e con un buon potenziale di maturazione: secondo gli esperti, i vini del Consorzio Alto Adige dell’annata 2025 sono degni di nota. È stata un’annata emozionante che, tuttavia, in fase di vendemmia... L'articolo Alto Adige, annata 2025 con risultati d’eccellenza proviene da oscarwine .
videoNebbiolo Wine Tasting: Scarzello & Cristina Prandi #shorts
Exploring the depth of Barolo with Scarzello and a rising star, Cristina Prandi. Discovering new legends in Italian winemaking. #Barolo #Nebbiolo #WineDiscovery #ItalianWine #Scarzello #CristinaPrandi
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Restaurante Las Lías: A Wine Lovers’ Mecca in Downtown Bilbao
Located in the heart of downtown Bilbao, Las Lías transcends the traditional restaurant model, functioning as a vibrant "gastrobar" dedicated to the art of wine. Owned by Mikel García—son of the legendary chef Daniel García—this establishment recently secured the 2026 Best Of Wine Tourism award for the Bilbao-Rioja region. The post Restaurante Las Lías: A Wine Lovers’ Mecca in Downtown Bilbao appeared first on Great Wine Capitals .
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Drinking: why are we in denial about the fun bit?
Picture by Mauricio Mascaro I was recently on the hunt for some good drinking anecdotes. My tasting events are built around a broader narrative from alcohol history, but without amusing tales and trivia, they’d be a bit dry for an audience getting steadily merry. So I googled "drinking stories". A bit vague, sure, but sometimes casting the net wide brings in a good catch.* It might not surprise you as much as it did me, but entertaining tales of mischief were not what the internet bestowed upon me. Nope. Instead, I found tales of woe, recovery, trauma, shame, and abuse - towards the self and others. In previous essays, I’ve explored the historically precedented conditions that have led us to a point where hedonism has become unfashionable. But I’m not interested today in the socio-economic reasons behind the decline in alcohol consumption. I want to talk about the attitude shift. Not “Why are people drinking less?” but “How has our attitude to it changed?” How is the decline in alcohol
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Behind the Brand: A Quick Chat with PARCH Co-Founder Ila Bryne
Where are you seeing PARCH perform best right now, and what placements or menu features are helping drive sales? PARCH performs best in premium grocery accounts, specialty beverage retailers, and on-premise locations looking to offer elevated non-alcoholic options with better ingredients. Bars, upscale restaurants, patios, and ethnic dining concepts have seen strong success by positioning...
videoEp. 2694 Ep. 17: Dalla Via Appia ai vulcani del Sud | Pellegrinaggio Enoico con Attilio Scienza
Welcome to Episode 2694 of the Italian Wine Podcast and the 17th episode of Pellegrinaggio Enoico con Professore Attilio Scienza! This series is recorded in Italian. Episode 17: Dalla Via Appia ai vulcani del Sud You want to dive into the stories and myths behind Professor Scienza’s new series, but Italian isn’t your thing? No problem! You’ll find all the conversations, translated in English, in the new Mamma Jumbo Shrimp book: An Italian Wine Pilgrimage: with Professor Attilio Scienza. Now available in English on Amazon (https://www.amazon.it/dp/8894686361) . A true oenological journey led by Professor Attilio Scienza in the company of Stevie Kim, winding its way across the peninsula, following ancient Roman roads, paths of faith, and historical itineraries. Genetics, morphology, climate change, and the concept of viticulture vocation come together to tell the story of our grape varieties and their inextricable bond with the territory. Expect amazing stories, random digressio
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Russian River Brewing Blind Pig IPA
Russian River Brewing’s Blind Pig IPA is a sought-after holy grail beer. A Blind Pig is a slang name for a cheap or low-class illegal drinking establishment or speakeasy during prohibition. This IPA is 6.25% ABV, and it uses Amarillo, Citra, Cascade, Tangier, Nectaron, and CTZ hops. This year-round flagship IPA pours a golden hue … Continue reading Russian River Brewing Blind Pig IPA
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3 of 161 New Zealand Sommelier Scholarship: Applications Now Open (Canada)
New Zealand Wine Sommelier Scholarship Applications Are Now Open! The New Zealand Wine Sommelier Scholarship applications are now open for Canada, with a refreshed selection process designed to both educate and identify the top candidate. This year, the goal remains to select one Canadian sommelier to attend the Sommit in New Zealand in February 2027. ... Read more The post 3 of 161 New Zealand Sommelier Scholarship: Applications Now Open (Canada) first appeared on My VanCity .
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Letrari celebra 50 anni: una storia di famiglia e di Trentodoc
La storia cinquantennale della cantina Letrari si è sempre mossa su una traiettoria coerente, nata da una visione precisa e arrivata oggi a una maturità che guarda avanti senza smarrire il proprio punto di origine. Alla base c’è la figura di Leonello Letrari, nome che appartiene di diritto alla storia dell’enologia italiana. Già negli anni […] L'articolo Letrari celebra 50 anni: una storia di famiglia e di Trentodoc proviene da La Stanza del vino .
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The Hebridean Whisky Trail 2025 Saturday 6th September
Back for another year, the Isle of Raasay Distillery's festival day takes place from 10am-6pm (or later for overnight guests!) on Saturday 6th September. The post The Hebridean Whisky Trail 2025 Saturday 6th September appeared first on Isle of Raasay Distillery .
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The Drinks Trust reopens WSET bursary
The reinstatement of the scheme, which provides fully-funded training for drinks sector employees, comes as the hospitality industry grapples with recruitment and retention issues, with recent data revealing more than 80,000 vacancies across hospitality roles. The post The Drinks Trust reopens WSET bursary appeared first on The Drinks Business .
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Saturday Webinar: The Insider’s Guide to the CSW Exam
On Saturday, May 2—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 →
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Weekly Cellar Round-Up
Over the course of a week, I taste a bunch of wine, usually with friends, and almost always with my wife. Here are some of the wines we tasted over the past few weeks. These are wines that were not sent … Continue reading →
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Sake moves beyond the sushi bar
As UK demand for artisanal sake surges, Akashi-Tai is showing how the drink fits into cocktails, cheeseboards, and fine dining menus alike. The post Sake moves beyond the sushi bar appeared first on The Drinks Business .
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La Sardegna porta 27 imprese al Real Italian Wine & Food Experience di Londra
L'articolo La Sardegna porta 27 imprese al Real Italian Wine & Food Experience di Londra proviene da Le Strade del Vino Sardegna .