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videoShould YOU SPEND $100 on this wine!?
Today, French winemaker Julien Miquel reviews "Les Bécasses" Côte-Rôtie (2021), a benchmark wine from France’s Northern Rhône Valley. Produced by the legendary Maison M. Chapoutier, this $80 to $100 wine is crafted from 100% Syrah grapes sourced from a blend of steep, sun-drenched mica-schist terraces. ____________ BECOME A WINE EXPLORER! Want to Taste Rare, Small Batch Wines from Argentina & Around the World? 🍷Click here: https://bit.ly/3T9UI6y EXPERIENCE EXTREME ALTITUDE WINES! Want to Taste Wine from the Most Remote Vineyards in the World? (Think 6,000 ft+!!) 🍷Click here: https://bit.ly/3T9UI6y ____________ 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐫𝐨𝐦𝐚 Unlike Syrah from warmer regions, the cool climate of the Côte-Rôtie ("Roasted Slope") results in a wine that prioritizes finesse over sheer power. It features a medium-deep, rather than extremely dark, color. On the nose, the wine delivers a gorgeous, vibrant burst of fresh red berries, including: Cranberry, Raspberry and Fresh stra
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A New Spring Tradition Arrives in Boston: Massachusetts Craft Brewers Frühlingsfest Celebrates Beer, Community, and Seasonal Renewal
PRESS RELEASE / April 10, 2026 (Boston, MA) – Spring is here —and with it, a brand-new celebration from the Mass Brewers Guild. Inspired by Germany’s beloved Frühlingsfest—Oktoberfest’s lively, easygoing “little […]
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A Tour of Wine Grapes: Gamay
Gamay 🍷 Image Courtesy of Doris Schneider, Wikimedia Commons Gamay ( gam-may ), commonly referred to as Gamay Beaujolais, is almost entirely grown in France and Beaujolais (in the Loire Valley) is its home. Gamay is a natural cross between Pinot Noir and Gouais Blanc (a very obscure grape). But, a direct relationship with Pinot Noir! Gamay has a unique past. In 1395, Duke Philippe the Bold of Burgundy actually banished the grape, calling it "vile and disloyal". He preferred the more "elegant" Pinot Noir and feared Gamay’s high productivity would dilute the region's reputation. This ban forced the grape from Burgundy to move south to Beaujolais, where it has flourished. Gamay wines are light in body and low in tannin, alcohol and sweetness. They’re medium in acidity. Aromas associated with Gamay include strawberry, raspberry and red cherry with floral notes. Wines made from the Gamay grape are made using Carbonic Maceration which is a process where the grapes are fermented as whole gra
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Pre-Game for Spring with Sips of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir to Complement Favorite Seafood Dishes
By the likes of it over here on the central coast of California, spring and (on many days) summer are coming in strong! Even if you still have puff coats and boots by the door (I’m talking to you Midwest and Northeast friends), start thinking about wines and food pairings to welcome a new season. […] READ MORE The post Pre-Game for Spring with Sips of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir to Complement Favorite Seafood Dishes appeared first on Grape Experiences .
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Alessio Planeta alla guida del Consorzio DOC Sicilia
Dal 10 aprile 2026, con l’elezione di Alessio Planeta alla presidenza del Consorzio DOC Sicilia, prende avvio una nuova fase che porta con sé il peso di una biografia che, prima ancora dei numeri e dei riconoscimenti, racconta un legame profondo con la terra. Classe 1966, laureato in Scienze Agrarie, Planeta appartiene a quella generazione […] L'articolo Alessio Planeta alla guida del Consorzio DOC Sicilia proviene da La Stanza del vino .
videoEp. 2711 Brand Therapy: Wine Marketing & Brand Building with Laura Gabriel | Masterclass US Wine ...
Welcome to Episode 2711 of the Italian Wine Podcast. In this episode, Juliana Colangelo speaks with Laura Gabriel, founder of the brand strategy consultancy Gabriel & Company and co-founder of the consumer-facing wine projects Paper Planes and The River Club, about modern wine marketing, brand building, and creating authentic connections with today's consumers. Key Learning Objectives: • Lessons from Laura's entrepreneurial journey and her work across wine, hospitality, entertainment, and consumer marketing. • How authenticity, accessibility, and storytelling can help wine brands connect with younger consumers. • The role of packaging, branding, and visual identity in building memorable wine brands, and why Laura describes brand strategy as "brand therapy." More about the guest: A Boston University College of Communication graduate with roots in film, TV, and music, Laura Gabriel brings a storyteller’s
podcast· 30:44The Work Is Always Working : Live Coaching! Celebrating your wins, evolutionary sobriety
What if nothing is actually going wrong? In this episode, I’m unpacking a truth that has completely changed how I move through sobriety, business, money stress, emotions, and even embarrassment: the work is always working — either for you or on you . We talk about getting out of your head, breaking the mental loops, and learning how to trust the process even when it doesn’t feel good yet. I share how sobriety taught me clear seeing — not just the absence of alcohol, but the ability to be with emotions instead of escaping them. Anxiety, embarrassment, boredom, fear, money stress… all of it. We also dive into: Why alcohol (and other substances) create synthetic joy — and how feminine sobriety gives you the real thing Letting go of control, approval-seeking, and codependent patterns The power of saying “so what?” to emotions instead of making them a problem How embarrassment, discomfort, and emotional waves are actually building confidence and self-trust Moving from hustling and hunting t
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"Parallel Recovery" with Lisa Katona Smith
People don't have substance use disorders in isolation. Their family, friends, and colleagues all experience, as Lisa Katona Smith, M.Ed., says, "feelings of anger, fear, and shame that fracture relationships with loved ones at a time when they are needed most." Lisa is a certified Peer Recovery Specialist, family consultant, TEDx speaker, and author of the book, "Parallel Recovery: A Guide for Those Who Love Someone Struggling with Substance Use Disorder." Inspired by her personal experience navigating a family member's addiction and motivated by the limitations of traditional support models, she created Parallel Recovery® — a structured, compassionate framework that gives a voice to the untold side of recovery and redefines how families support loved ones through substance use disorder. Lisa and Parallel Recovery can be reached at https://lisakatonasmith.com/ . The State of Wisconsin's Dose of Reality campaign is at Dose of Reality: Opioids in Wisconsin . More information about the f
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Our Love Letter To The End Of Summer
Whilst our sake spritzer is definitely our summer icon, the watermelon sake combo is still a show stealer. Here are a few sake profiles to pair with it.
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New York Cabernet Franc Grand Tasting 2026
In my oenophile journey, Cabernet Franc was one of the early discoveries. It all started in Bordeaux, and I don’t mean visiting, just reading about it, not even so much tasting. Continuing that journey, at some point I arrived in the Loire, and there, of course, Cabernet Franc is the king. I wouldn’t remember what […]
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Why our Blue Mountain Beach Bourbon Cream is a holiday hit.
Since its release earlier this summer, our Blue Mountain Bourbon Cream, has quickly become a fan favorite and one of our fastest selling spirits out of our Santa Rosa Beach, Florida tasting room. You might be wondering, what is Bourbon Cream? Using our Blue Mountain Beach Bourbon as the base, we added hand-scraped vanilla beans and a Wisconsin dairy cream liqueur base to create a smooth concoction that is sure to excite your palate. Tasting Notes: Aroma: bourbon, cloves, and nutmeg Palate: dark chocolate, oak, vanilla, and smooth cream Finish: toffee, condensed milk, and baking spices Why is our Bourbon Cream a fan favorite? The lower proof and sweet smooth taste make it go down easy. Beer drinkers and even those who don’t like spirits, often find love at first taste. It's not uncommon for our bourbon cream to stop people in their tracks and instantly bring a huge smile to their face; like they just found their new best friend. What can you do with our bourbon cream? A lot
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How Craft Breweries Balance Creativity and Profitability
Craft beer has transformed from a niche passion project into a multi-billion-dollar industry, with thousands of independent breweries competing for shelf space, tap handles, and loyal customers. For brewery owners, the challenge is no longer just making exceptional beer. It is building a resilient business that can sustain the costs of experimentation while staying financially […] The post How Craft Breweries Balance Creativity and Profitability first appeared on GreatBeerNow.com .
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Spanish 500L Craft Brewery System Turnkey Solution
This project is located at a craft brewery in Spain. Based on the customer’s site conditions, production capacity planning, and product positioning, MICET customized a 500L brewery turnkey solution, achieving integrated production from raw material processing to finished-product filling. The complete craft brewery system includes a milling system, a 500L brewhouse system, a fermentation system, […]
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Dark Fired Bourbon Casks
What is a dark fired bourbon cask?
podcast· 51:42· Ep 546Are Gen Z and High Wine Prices Killing the Industry? Paul Mabray and Andrew Levy Answer.
It is going around. The wine business is slow. Slow to change, slow to recognize the market, slow to become digital...shall I keep going. Two gentleman agree, at least on the retails front. Paul Mabray is an old friend. Andrew Levy is a new friend, and they have teamed up, with dozens of wine tech years between them, to solve some problems. Problems that seem natural to fix through tech in our trade. Have a listen, these guys get it. Paul Mabray and Andrew Levy have never been shy about shaking the wine industry's dusty foundations. They've watched as old ideas about how wine gets into a drinker's glass have collided with the demands of a digital-first world—and now they're ready to pour out what most in the business are too scared to say out loud. Think wine distribution's stuck in the last century? You're not wrong. This episode takes you inside the chaos and opportunity of "the final mile," where millions in brand excitement evaporate because a shopper can't actually find the bottle
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VallDolina Xarel-Lo Penedès 2023 Review
This wine is a xarel-lo from VallDolina in Penedès in Spain. The grape variety, challenging to remember for the non […] The post VallDolina Xarel-Lo Penedès 2023 Review appeared first on Grape Observer Wine Review .
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Hester Creek 2025: A Standout Vintage from the Golden Mile Bench
Reading Time: 4 minutes A breakout 2025 vintage at Hester Creek, featuring ripe, balanced whites with strong consistency across the lineup, from Pinot Gris to Trebbiano. The post Hester Creek 2025: A Standout Vintage from the Golden Mile Bench appeared first on BCWineTrends .
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Vale do Bomfim Wines: Sustainable Pairings for the Spring Table
Two approachable Douro wines, thoughtfully paired for Earth Month—one bright and citrus-driven, the other a juicy, flavorful red Earth Month, observed each April, is a time to reflect on how our everyday choices impact the environment—including the wines we bring to the table. As an agricultural product, wine offers a direct connection to the land,... Read More
videoDaily Wine Quiz, Up Your Wine Game! 🍷
Every Monday through Saturday, I post a wine quiz. Each Sunday it’s a wine poll where I’m looking for your opinion on some wine related topic. Check the community tab of my YouTube channel, you’ll find it under posts. #wineeducation #quiz #quiztime #poll #wine #winenot #opinion #communitytab #wset #mwlife #masterofwine #bobpaulinski #posts
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Spin the Bottle: Loop de Loop Takes the Pour
Friday, April 24th | 5–8 PM | Portland Wine Company If you’ve been to one of our Spin the Bottle nights, you already know the deal: we clear a little space in the tasting room, invite a winemaker we love (or have loved for a long time), and let things unfold. It’s casual, it’s a little chaotic, and it’s always delicious. No tickets, no RSVP—just good wine, good people, and a chance to connect with the humans behind the bottles. For our next installment, we’re especially excited to welcome Julia Bailey Gulstine and Scott Gulstine from Loop de Loop Winery into the mix. Julia’s not just any guest—she goes way back with Angie & Matt, which makes this one feel a bit like a reunion tour (the kind where everyone actually still likes each other). And if you haven’t had the chance to taste her wines yet, this is your moment. Loop de Loop is rooted up on Underwood Mountain, an extinct volcano perched at the edge of the Cascades. It’s the kind of place that quietly does all the work for you—eleva
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Virginia Historic Garden Week 2026
A guide to Virginia's Historic Garden Week, the history of the historic garden week tours as well as specific highlights of the finest gardens. The post Virginia Historic Garden Week 2026 appeared first on Wine and Country Life .
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Bar Tastings are here to stay!
We have re-launched our Bar Tastings each Wednesday and they are quickly becoming a must-do for Sudbury wine lovers. Each Wednesday, between 5-6pm, drop by to enjoy a different flight of FIVE (5) wines, get a little education, order a snack or two - or simply sit and sip. We started with series with vermouth - to get locals more accustomed to sipping vermouth on its own like they do overseas. We then moved to the trendy skin-contact "orange" wines to show case how white wine grape varietals...
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Chicken, Chorizo & Pinto Bean Skillet: A Red Wine Pairing
Savory, paprika-laced chicken and chorizo come together with pinto beans in this rustic skillet—an easy, weeknight-friendly dish that pairs beautifully with fresh, fruit-driven reds.
videoGolden Hue A Deeper Look at This Color
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