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Avennia
Here are the world-class spring wines by Avennia. Today we share the brilliant wines of Avennia — a joint venture between former Microsoft exec Marty Taucher and winemaker Chris Peterson. These wines are incredibly consistent and extremely well-made. They show texture, varietal character and brilliant tension. I have been so impressed with the white wine program and their rose wine that is consistently one of the best you find in the Pacific Northwest. Former DeLille Cellars Winemaker Chris Peterson stands tall at the helm. He is probably best known for his reds, but he has a magnificent touch with his whites. Check out the dazzling 2024 Avennia ‘La Perle’ White Wine (OB, 95) which is quite simply one to purchase by the case. Learn more about these special wines at avennia.com Here are my reviews of the new Avennia wines. 2024 Avennia ‘Oliane’ Sauvignon Blanc- The 2024 ‘Oliane’ Sauvignon Blanc comes from the Boushet and Red Willow vineyards in the Yakima Valley. Once on the nose
videoThe ultimate "New World" wine geography test
Don’t check the comments. The clock is ticking. ⏱️🍷 If you know your high-altitude vines, you should have this locked in long before the Cabernet hint drops. What second did the timer hit when you finally figured it out? Drop your exact guess and your time in the comments. 👇 #winetrivia #chileanwine #maipovalley #wineeducation #sommelierquiz
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Milam & Greene Unabridged Vol 3 Bourbon Whisky Review
Way back in September, we were invited to participate in a Zoom session with the fine folks at Milam & Greene and MANY other whisky enthusiasts for the big reveal of their latest Bourbon Whisky release. It’s a not-so-little release that they call Unabridged Vol. 3. Since we […]
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Friday Wine Spotlight with Chad! May 8th
Gulp Hablo Spanish Wines 3 to 6pm – Friday, May 8th Stop by Friday afternoon to sample these delicious, organically farmed, Spanish red, white, rosé, and orange wines with good ol’ Chad.
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Bouchaine
Here is the beautiful modern facility at Bouchaine. For years when I was in graduate school I admired the drinkability of Bochaine wines. A winery with serious history, set in the southern end of the Napa Valley, Bouchaine Vineyards is the oldest continuously operating winery in the Carneros district. Land here was first cultivated in the 1880s, and later transformed Gerret and Tatiana Copeland in 1981, evolving into a sustainably farmed producer of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. The wines were really good across the board. I love the 2024 ‘Carneros’ Gewurtztraminer (OB, 92) which is viscous with great flavor range. Learn more at https://bouchaine.com/ and here are my reviews of the new releases by Bouchaine. 2024 Bouchaine ‘Carneros’ Gewurtztraminer- The 2024 Bouchaine ‘Carneros’ Gewurtztraminer is fragrant and beautifully-textured stuff. Pink grapefruit and papaya flavors mingle well with green melon notes on the palate. Drink 2026-2032- 92 2024 Bouchaine ‘Alsatian Blen
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Petitioners file supplemental brief at SCOTUS following 6th Circuit decision
One day after the Sixth Circuit decision held Ohio’s wine retailer shipping law and alcohol transportation restrictions unconstitutional, the petitioners challenging Arizona’s discriminatory wine retailer shipping law filed a Supplemental Brief with the U.S. Supreme Court. The petition has centered on a growing split among the circuits over how courts should analyze discriminatory alcohol shipping [...]
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Topic: How I Came To Stay Sober - Bob A
Bob A is the primary speaker leading this topic meeting on the subject of How I Came To Stay Sober, held at the December of 1995 Prime Time Stag Meeting. This has multiple folks sharing on the topic. Bob is the primary speaker and leads the group. There are a couple of questions at the end you may not be able to make out, they are quick so I didn't remove them, this has a bit of an abrupt ending but it was clearly over. 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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Fantini Calalenta Pecorino Terre di Chieti
Fantini Calalenta Pecorino is a dry fruity white wine from Abruzzo, Italy. Wine review by Lisa Johnston (thewinemuse) The post Fantini Calalenta Pecorino Terre di Chieti appeared first on winemusing .
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East Tennessee Earns AVA Status: The Story of the Nine Lakes Region
East Tennessee is gaining new recognition with the addition of the Nine Lakes of East Tennessee AVA. For many local growers and winemakers, this has been a long time coming. The post East Tennessee Earns AVA Status: The Story of the Nine Lakes Region appeared first on Tennessee Wines .
videoCan Grandi Langhe be described in just one sentence? 🍷
Can Grandi Langhe be described in just one sentence? 🍷 Stevie asked Laura DePasquale MS to try… but some wine experiences need a little more room to be told. And Grandi Langhe is definitely one of them. 😉
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The Modern Art of Gifting: Why Wine and Champagne Have Become a Popular Gift Choice
The Modern Art of Gifting: Why Wine and Champagne Have Become a Popular Gift Choice People have been changing how they buy and gift wine in several ways. These are largely popular due to the increase in curated product lines. People select the wine based on the occasion/event, based on what they believe the recipient […] This post The Modern Art of Gifting: Why Wine and Champagne Have Become a Popular Gift Choice was posted on WineDivaa .
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6 Years 270 days - Hustle Time
Boyle's social security number is on its way.
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Why Craft Beer Tastes Different in Ireland
Anyone who has travelled a bit will tell you this: beer never tastes quite the same intwo different countries. Even when the style is familiar. Even when the ingredientslook identical on paper.And when it comes to Irish craft beer, that difference is unmistakable.Visitors often ask why beer tastes different in Ireland. Is it the water? […] The post Why Craft Beer Tastes Different in Ireland appeared first on Brewery Hops .
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The New Amsterdam Vodka Holiday Mule
The article The New Amsterdam Vodka Holiday Mule appeared first on VinePair .
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A Summer Golden Ale with Citra and El Dorado
A sessionable English golden ale with Citra & Eukanot hops. Hopstand + dry hop with Cryo for big tropical aroma. Full recipe & tasting notes.
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#220 | A Focus on Hop Compounds
Did you catch our excellent recent article? Titled Beyond Aroma: Hop enzymatic activity, diastatic power, and fermentation control, Francesco Lo Bue and Philip Wietstock, Professor and Chair of Brewing and Beverage Technology at TU Berlin, brought together recent research on hop diastatic power with observations on enzyme distribution within the hop cone, to provide a...
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Why Bordeaux 2025 Has Investors Excited Again
Strong Critic Scores, Low Production & Improving Value The post Why Bordeaux 2025 Has Investors Excited Again appeared first on Moncharm Wine Traders .
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Jia You! Fun Guide to Wine to Asia 2026
Wine to Asia. My favorite trade show. Just one week away. From May 14 to May 16 in Shenzhen. I love this show’s spirit—its quirkiness—and ...
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Ep 182 Pull Up a Chair: Paso Wineries with Restaurants – Featuring CASS Winery | Bianchi Winery
🍇 Where Wine Takes You, Episode Highlights 🍷 What happens when the tasting room decides you should probably stay for lunch? This week on Where Wine Takes You , we’re digging into a side of Paso Robles wine country that has been evolving for decades: wineries with real restaurants, real kitchens, and chefs who are thinking about what’s on the plate with the same intention that goes into what’s in the glass. And Paso has some history here. JUSTIN Vineyards & Winery was putting real money and intention behind winery dining decades ago with Deborah’s Room , an early fine-dining experience at the estate that eventually became The Restaurant at JUSTIN , today a MICHELIN-starred restaurant. That early commitment helped establish the idea that a Paso winery could be a destination for dinner, not simply a tasting stop. That tradition keeps getting stronger. In 2026, Wine Enthusiast included Niner Wine Estates Restaurant on its list of the Best Winery Restaurants in the World , giving Paso som
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Ep 182 Pull Up a Chair: Paso Wineries with Restaurants – Featuring CASS Wine | Bianchi Winery
🍇 Where Wine Takes You, Episode Highlights 🍷 What happens when the tasting room decides you should probably stay for lunch? This week on Where Wine Takes You , we’re digging into a side of Paso Robles wine country that has been evolving for decades: wineries with real restaurants, real kitchens, and chefs who are thinking about what’s on the plate with the same intention that goes into what’s in the glass. And Paso has some history here. JUSTIN Vineyards & Winery was putting real money and intention behind winery dining decades ago with Deborah’s Room , an early fine-dining experience at the estate that eventually became The Restaurant at JUSTIN , today a MICHELIN-starred restaurant. That early commitment helped establish the idea that a Paso winery could be a destination for dinner, not simply a tasting stop. That tradition keeps getting stronger. In 2026, Wine Enthusiast included Niner Wine Estates Restaurant on its list of the Best Winery Restaurants in the World , giving Paso som
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‘We have a Dream’ Scotland World Cup beer launched in support of Tartan Army
Loch Lomond, the award-winning Scottish brewery, has unveiled its support for the Tartan Army and the Scotland national football team heading to this summer’s FIFA World Cup – in the shape of a limited-edition IPA called ‘We have a Dream’ – in tribute to the much-loved official Scotland song of the 1982 World Cup campaign. The limited-edition 5%...
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Blind Barrels Tasting Kit Review
We always enjoy a little mystery whenever we step up to The Murder Table for a session. In most cases that mystery comes in the order of a new spirit, beer, etc. that we’ve never tried before. We find this type of mystery to be thrilling as we […]
videoMolise DOC Explained in 60 Seconds #italy
Molise DOC Explained 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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It’s A Thursday In May And Here’s Your Greener Than Green Cheery Beery News Notes
The tide has turned. The seasons have shifted. The dandelions have popped. The penny has dropped. It is time. So the Beast has been released. I say Beast but it’s really Beast II, Son of the Beast. The Beast is still back there, there at the back of the shed. An over a decade old … Continue reading "It’s A Thursday In May And Here’s Your Greener Than Green Cheery Beery News Notes"
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