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The crawl of Rome
In an age of beery uncertainty -- when the consensus of the craft era is, if not completely dismantled, then at least creaking with important bits falling off -- it's nice that some certainties remain. I've developed a newfound appreciation of the beers and bars I discovered in the early years of this blog, and before, which are still operating despite the barbarians being inside the gates. So it was especially pleasing to arrive into Rome and find that two of its fondly-remembered institutions are still going, same as ever. Open Baladin is one of them. I first visited this outpost of the Piedmontese brewery in 2014 , and was impressed. The place has rather more of a worn-in look now (don't we all?) but the range of beers is still excellent. I started with Alla Ceca , a Czech-style lager and indeed a collaboration with the Budvar people, who do seem to be getting around a bit these days. Their international collaborations never seem to be as good as the original, however, and this was
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It’s the price, stupid
The week in Provence had begun shakily. Pounding rain and fierce Mistral on the drive up had lent a dreary start. But, it was a surprise hit of fierce allergies mixed with a very unfortunate breakfast at a hotel in Vaison-la-Romaine that stuck with me for all the wrong reasons which were making for a less-than-pleasing week in what is normally my favorite part of France. As the week rolled on, I just wanted a nice, menu de midi at a pleasant, normal restaurant. No emulsions, no deconstructions, no petit […] For full access, please log in or purchase a subscription.
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Hello Ninhao: ‘America’s First Chinese Only Wine Menu’
Chinese restaurant Ninhao in New York has launched what it bills as the first U.S. wine menu focused solely on Chinese brands. Based in Brooklyn, ...
videoThe Wolta Wolta collaboration
How do wine collaborations come together? 🍇 Australian winemaker Sam Barry tells Jane Anson how the Wolta Wolta Riesling collaboration between the Barry family and Ernie Loosen came about. What do you think a collaboration can bring to a wine? Follow for more wine insights. #WineCollaboration #Riesling #WineEducation
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LE Tribute Gin review
A tribute to being fresh ‘n’ fruity Our gin scouts, Bill (pictured above) and Lesley, were rightfully pleased with themselves when they kindly presented us with a novel new gin – LE Tribute – which we had never previously tried, for it’s getting increasingly more challenging to find something we haven’t already written about since […] The post LE Tribute Gin review appeared first on Gin Blog .
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videoWho had it better? Gen x vs Gen Z
👉 For Gen X , the path in life felt clear: study at the best university, find a good job, build a family. Today, younger generations like Gen Z and Gen Alpha have more freedom and more choices than ever before: what to study, where to live, which career path to follow, whether or not to start a family. ✅ On one hand, all these possibilities feel like an important win. ❌ On the other, they can also bring uncertainty, pressure, and anxiety about making the “right” choice. So, who actually had it better? 🧐
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Il Vinitaly 2026 visto dall’Antica Bottega del Vino di Verona (è qualcosa di unico al mondo)
Mai stato un tipo alla moda, quindi sulle cose arrivo piuttosto tardi e attraverso passaggi tortuosi. Proprio attorno ai giorni di Vinitaly 2026 mi sono imbattuto in un bellissimo album degli Here We Go Magic che si chiama ‘A Different … continua »
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L’errore più costoso che vedo fare ai publican
Errori gestione pub spesso invisibili riducono incassi e clienti. Scopri perché la bevibilità della birra è la vera chiave del successo.
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Two wines, two discounts — great value even before the price drop.
Chianti and Sauvignon recommendations for you today. The post Two wines, two discounts — great value even before the price drop. appeared first on MidWeek Wines .
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Can You Drink Sake on the Rocks?
Is it sacrilege or a refreshing twist? This blog post is going to address the sake-ice debate head-on.
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Sake for White Wine Drinkers
If you typically reach for a glass of white wine, explore our top sake picks for white wine lovers!
videoWine vs Bread Yeast 2-Month Taste Test
A 2-month taste testing between wine made with bread yeast & one made with wine yeast. Next steps in the wine making process: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbtJa2CkkSCQ9KtwQyEfAhqchJAZlP_Yk Consider becoming a supporting member of DIY Fermentation by joining: Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=60754647 Or Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyogN69ayejYnRaQC3eZsxg/join JOIN for $1.99 or $4.99/mo. to receive a loyalty badge and your name in green. See each level for other perks. Use a PC or Android, close chat & click JOIN. Amazon affiliate product information. As an Amazon Associate & BrewDemon Affiliate I earn from qualifying purchases. My current winemaking setup: BrewDemon Fermenter: https://www.avantlink.com/click.php?tt=el&merchant_id=f34b031c-e43a-43a4-973d-24d17c9a727a&website_id=ebe44688-8c34-46de-b945-9406903c8ad6&url=https%3A%2F%2Fbrewdemon.com%2Fcollections%2Ffermnters%2Fproducts%2Fbrewdemon-conical-fermenter-frost Red Star Premier Blanc Wine Y
videoWine with Jimmy Partners with Local Wine School Network for WSET Support
Hello everybody, Wine with Jimmy here with some exciting news. Wine with Jimmy is partnering with the Local Wine School network. This is one of the leading wine educational networks within the UK. https://www.localwineschool.com/ This means that participating providers within the Local Wine School network are now offering Wine with Jimmy's e-learning portal for all students who sign up to the professional WSET courses. That means they'll access all of those really wonderful quizzes, multiple-choice questions, videos and revision support to help them on their WSET journey. I'm very excited about this. The Local Wine School network is really packed full of very wonderful, award-winning schools across the UK, and it's run fantastically by a lot of dedicated wine educators, who I know very personally and who are really good friends. So I know what it is to deliver these courses, and I know what it's like as a student also to take these courses, and having that support will be absolute
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videoAurelio García
Un gusto charlar con Aurelio García en la sala de cata de Aficionado's Wine & Spirits en San Juan, Puerto Rico. Descubran más sobre Aurelio en este enlace (https://vinosaureliogarcia.com) . Gracias por escuchar, comentar, compartir y seguirnos en el podcast. Si puedes deja una reseña. #wine #vino #puertorico #vinoespañol #vinotinto #garnacha #bobal #riberadelduero
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Featured Wine Review – OTU Estate Wines from Marlborough
Where the ancient Otuwhero river meets the ocean, a vineyard estate sits close to the Pacific ocean on the tip of the South Island of Marlborough, New Zealand. Where wild beauty meets intense flavours, OTU Estate wines leave a lasting impression of fruit expression. This carefully chosen location of north-facing steep coastal slopes for optimal […]
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5 Strategies to Describe Wine Like A Pro (as a Beginner)
A series of hands-on activities to learn how to describe wine without memorizing a script. The post 5 Strategies to Describe Wine Like A Pro (as a Beginner) appeared first on Brooks Wine .
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videoGeorgian Orange Wine: Amber Wine, Qvevri and Skin Contact Explained #wine
In this short clip from my D6 Orange Wine module, Daria Kholodilina explains one of the biggest challenges in marketing Georgian amber wine internationally: the confusion around orange wine, skin-contact white wine and qvevri wine. Not all qvevri wine is orange wine, and not all orange wine is made in qvevri. But Georgia’s traditional winemaking methods offer some of the most fascinating examples of skin-contact white wines in the world. For the full Wine with Jimmy D6 Orange Wine module, including producer interviews, winemaking context and exam-focused guidance for WSET Diploma students, visit: https://e-learningwine.winewithjimmy.com/course/d6-orange-wine #OrangeWine #AmberWine #Qvevri #GeorgianWine #SkinContactWine #WSETDiploma #D6Wine #WineWithJimmy
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Multiple Speakers: Old Timers Meeting (NSFW)
Today we have multiple speakers each having over 20 years sober sharing at the old timers meeting hosted at the 24th Big Island Bash held in Kona Hawaii in April of 2012. There was a considerable amount of unpleasant mike noise as the speakers changed, I cut as much of that out as possible, it made for some abrupt starts and stops. NSFW Support Sober Cast: https://sobercast.com/donate Email: sobercast@gmail.com Sober Cast has 3200+ episodes available, visit SoberCast.com to access all the episodes where you can easily find topics or specific speakers using tags or search. https://sobercast.com
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Earth Month Spotlight: Two Wines from Domaine Bousquet’s Ameri Range and Sustainable Winemaking in Argentina
Each year, Earth Month offers a chance to look beyond what’s in the glass—to consider how wines are grown and made.. It’s a moment to spotlight producers who treat sustainability not as a trend, but as a long-term commitment. Few wineries embody that mindset as fully as Domaine Bousquet. From Languedoc to Gualtallary Domaine Bousquet’s... Read More
video"I've never ever had a bad bottle of..."
"I've never ever had a bad bottle of..." Want to watch the whole episode? Type RIOJA and I'll send it to you Founded more than 150 years ago, López de Heredia has become one of the defining names of traditional Rioja, holding onto old-school winemaking methods while much of the wine world chased trends. Carlos explains why this producer is considered one of the great benchmark wineries of the world, compares it to legendary Bordeaux estates, and reveals why he’s never had a bad bottle in 26 years of tasting wine professionally.
videoWe Spent $15,000 to Restage Wine's Most Famous Tasting
Fifty years ago, in a single afternoon in Paris, the wine world got turned upside down. A British wine merchant named Steven Spurrier pitched a handful of Californian wines against the best of France in a blind tasting. The French were humiliated — and the Americans took the gold in both reds and whites. Australia wasn't invited. For the 50th anniversary, we spent $15,000 flying to California to ask the question we've never been able to answer: what if Spurrier had come south in '76? What would the Aussie line-up have looked like? And how would it have gone? We asked Brian Croser, Andrew Caillard MW, and Max Allen — three of the most respected voices in Australian wine — to independently tell us which Aussie wines would've made the tasting. We tracked down the original Californian wines that beat France. And we sat them down in front of three completely independent palates: Rajat Parr, one of America's most influential sommeliers; Peter Koff MW, the cult blind taster; and ourselves.
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INSIDER DEAL! XX% OFF Thatcher’s Gourmet Popcorn
It’s a new, highly addictive Inexpensive Gourmet offer — scrumptious gourmet air-popped popcorn in irresistible flavors! Don’t miss our XX% ... Read more
videoAre you ready for the WSET Level 3 Award in Wines?
Have you been considering taking the WSET Level 3 Award in Wines? Want to know what the qualification involves before you begin? If so, join WSET School London's Head of Education and Events, Lydia Harrison MW, for a detailed overview of the course, including: How studying for the WSET Level 3 Award in Wines could benefit you and your career The structure of the qualification What you'll learn How you're assessed Available study methods
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Gourmet Cabernet Franc Dinner With Exquisite Dishes & Wines
Photo ©Michael Kelly Last evening was our annual dinner featuring winning wines from the Annual International Cabernet Franc Competition and gourmet dishes prepared by Executive Chef Jaime Alderete at Verona18. The dinner was held at the Copper Valley Golf Course in Copperopolis. We met with Jaime and Edwarda, Director of Food & Beverage, in January […]