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🎧Ep 617: Back to Basics: Structure in Wine Part 1 – Acidity & Tannin
This time it's Back to Basics -- describing two of the four main components that make up the structure of wine - Acidity & Tannin. It's both simple, and very dorky (I quote the NIH at one point, worth a listen!) In this show I go back to basics and talk about structure. As I said in the book, I think of wine like a picture frame -- the sides have to be even for it to work. I liken the structure of wine to art and talk a little about the Mona Lisa and how it relates to the four main elements of structure: tannin, acidity, alcohol, sugar (or lack of sugar) plus the flavors of wine in my favorite wine analogy. Then I discuss acidity and tannin: What they are Their roles in wine Where they come from How they are measured How we perceive them Examples of grapes with high and low acidity/tannin How these sturctural elements interact with other structural elements in wine Full show notes and all back episodes are on Patreon. Join the community today! www.patreon.com/winefornormalpeople ______
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🎧Why Lugana DOC Should Be Your Next Italian Wine Discovery with Luca Formentini of Selva Capuzza, Ep. 131
What do guitar strings, ambient music, and one of Italy’s most exciting white wine regions have in common? Meet Luca Formentini of Podere Selva Capuzza, the fourth-generation winemaker helping preserve the identity of Lugana DOC on the shores of Lake Garda in northern Italy. In this episode, Luca shares how music influences his winemaking, why […]
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Interview Questions That Help Identify Great Tasting Room Staff
I’ve covered the importance of training new tasting room staff in a previous article, but just as valuable, is selecting the right people to work in your tasting room in [...]
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Strategic Beverage Services Acquires BevZero’s U.S. Operations, Becomes Largest Dealcoholization Service Provider in the United States
/PRNewswire/ -- Strategic Beverage Services, a Santa Rosa, California-based beverage processing company, has acquired the U.S. operations of BevZero, a HACCP-...
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Family Owned and Built to Stand Apart
South Bay Wine Group shows why independence still matters in wine through Castle Rock Winery, Kosmic Kitty® and Dressage Wines August 19, 2026 (Rolling Hills, CA) — In a wine [...]
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Afternoon Brief, August 19
2026 Delivers Record Early Harvests: With record early harvests across the northern hemisphere, the climate has reset and winemakers are having to adjust...
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It’s one of California’s most prestigious wineries. But it’s not as traditional as you think
The Napa Valley winery just completed a decade-long transformation, purchased two vineyards and is searching for its next winemaker.
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Senators Take Aim At Invasive Pest Threatening Wine Industry
A bipartisan coalition of senators is taking aim at spotted lanternflies, an invasive planthopper wreaking havoc on the Northeast's wine industry.
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Farming Since 1853: The Cameron Ranch Story
Discover AYA at Graton Resort & Casino, a new rooftop restaurant showcasing Sonoma County’s local ingredients, wines, farmers and culinary talent.
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📺Bordeaux Prices Have Fallen — What Should You Buy?
The best time to buy great Bordeaux is rarely when everyone is excited. It is when enthusiasm disappears.After demand softened, interest rates rose and Borde...
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WWC26 – The perfect pairing, by Nelly Ward
In this moving entry to our 2026 wine writing competition, Nelly Ward explains the secret to finding a perfect pairing… …
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🎧📺Does Rare Wine Actually Taste Better?
There were only 24 bottles of this rare Swiss wine left in the world. Then Angus and Carlos opened one.In this episode of Got Somme, Master Sommelier Carlos ...
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Women at the Helm: Celebrating “International Year of the Woman Farmer” at Hope Family Wines
Leading Paso Robles Winery Proudly Salutes the Women Who Make a Difference in the Vineyard and Beyond August 19, 2026 (Paso Robles, CA) — The “International Year of the Woman [...]
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WWC26 – The groove beneath the flor, by Michael Fabro
In this entry to our 2026 wine writing competition, Michael Fabro writes about discovering synergies between music and sherry.
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14th Annual WIN Expo Attendee Registration Opens
Early Bird Pricing Starts Now Through End of September Healdsburg, CA, August 19th, 2026 – Wine Industry Network has opened registration for the 14th Annual North Coast Wine Industry Trade [...]
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Brassfield Estate Winery Expands National Sales Team
Lake County’s Brassfield Estate Winery bolsters national sales leadership to drive continued market expansion. August 19, 2026 (Clearlake Oaks, CA) — Brassfield Estate Winery, recognized as one of the most authoritative [...]
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Wine Chronicles: California Wine Learns a New Vocabulary
By Dan Berger
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U.S. wine and beer industries crushed by tariffs, Canadian retaliation
U.S. wine and beer industries crushed by tariffs, Canadian retaliation
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Prosecco DOC Invites Global Culinary Talent to Join 2026 Chef Residency Program
Through an open talent search, the Chef Residency initiative bridges wine, food, and culture through mentorship, collaboration, and international exchange. August 19, 2026 (Treviso, Italy) — The Prosecco DOC Consortium [...]
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Ahold Delhaize USA and Target Senior Leaders to Headline PLMA’s 2026 Trade Show
August 19, 2026 (New York) — Senior executives from two of the country’s most admired retailers — John Conlin, Senior Vice President of Merchandising, Food & Beverage at Target and [...]
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BrauBeviale 2026: Eaton Is to Present Comprehensive Filtration Solutions for Clear, Stable and Tasty Beverages
August 19, 2026 (Langenlonsheim, Germany) — The Filtration Division of power management company, Eaton, will present their wide variety of filtration solutions designed for beverage applications. Eaton’s filtration specialists will [...]
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Kyle Altomare, Gloria Ferrer
Kyle Altomare is the Director of Winemaking at Gloria Ferrer in Sonoma Valley, CA. He joined the winemaking team in 2023, bringing an approach grounded in respect for tradition, innovation, and creativity. His winemaking career includes roles at respected Napa and Sonoma wineries, including Clos Pegase, Charles Krug, Artesa Vineyards, and Raventós Codorníu North America, […]
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Marimar Estate Celebrates 40 Years of Winemaking in the Russian River Valley
August 19, 2026 (Sebastopol, CA) — Marimar Estate Vineyards & Winery is celebrating 40 years since proprietor Marimar Torres planted the first Chardonnay vines at Don Miguel Vineyard, named in [...]
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Wine & Spirits Industry Leaders Across the Nation Join 100% Cork to Endorse the Benefits of Cork
Wineries, distilleries, and industry leaders join the initiative to spotlight cork’s quality, sustainability, and role in encouraging mindful enjoyment of wine and spirits. August 18, 2026 (New York, NY) — [...]