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Taking the road west of Melbourne to discover Victoria's best-kept wine secret – Geelong and the Bellarine Peninsula

Small and mighty...

Why Burgundy's Hautes-Côtes will be the region's next 'big thing'

Burgundy's appellations of the future...

From Rhône to Languedoc: Two Unmissable Wines at Great Prices

And a Bonus Item if you are quick The post From Rhône to Languedoc: Two Unmissable Wines at Great Prices appeared first on MidWeek Wines .

Get a taste of the ancient Mediterranean with these Cretan wines

A taste of history...

Three reasons to start drinking Albana, Romagna's signature white grape

Romagna's golden grape...

Panel tasting results: Make these your go-to Provence rosés this summer

Summer in a bottle...

Stones, coins and carbon: Why Lamole's elevation is its most precious asset

As summers get hotter, Chianti Classico’s highest and coolest UGA is becoming increasingly coveted.

Challenge to wine retailer shipping ruling targets SCOTUS conservative wing

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vyI9flHHT2Q&list=RDvyI9flHHT2Q&start_radio=1 On June 5th, the state of Ohio filed a challenge to the 6th Circuit’s ruling in Block v. Canepa, which held that Ohio’s discriminatory wine retailer shipping law was unconstitutional for violating the dormant Commerce Clause and that the law did not properly serve health and safety interest. The State of Ohio filed [...]

The Millionaires� Club 2026: the world�s bestselling Scotch brands

Scotch whisky had a difficult year in The Millionaires’ Club, with combined volumes among the Scotch brands falling from 69.5 million to 67.4 million cases.

The Beer & Brewer Awards return to Mountain Culture

The live ceremony will once again be hosted at the Redfern taproom this October, celebrating excellence in Australian brewing.

Melbourne Royal CEO Brad Jenkins to step down

Following almost two decades as CEO of Melbourne Royal, Brad Jenkins will step down and enter semi-retirement.

Final Days to Register in Starwards ‘Rules for the New Old Fashioned’ competition

Registration for Starwards ‘Rules for the New Old Fashioned’ competition are still open, but not for long. The competition challenges entrants to create their own take on the Old Fashioned using Starward Whisky, pushing beyond tradition while still respecting the bones of the classic. It’s less about throwing random ingredients at a glass and more… The post Final Days to Register in Starwards ‘Rules for the New Old Fashioned’ competition appeared first on australianbartender.com.au .

Dalmore OB vs IB

Dalmore 17 yo (42%, OB, +/-2025) Dalmore 11 yo 2012/2023 (55.6%, Hart Bros., first filled Burgundy)

Turntable Unplugged

Turntable Blending is releasing affordable small-batch whisky with high value for money. One of their latest offerings is this Turntable Unplugged .This core expression is a blended Scotch whisky, with over 80% malt content. It includes distillates from Linkwood, Ballindalloch and Benrinnes, from first and second fill bourbon casks and sherry casks. They also add a dash of peated Ledaig to make it wider. 

Making Starter Wort

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Central Otago’s shift to organics shines at national wine awards

According to the 2025 New Zealand Winegrowers Sustainability Report, 16% of wineries now hold organic certification.

Trader Joe’s Grand Reserve Russian River Valley Pinot Noir Lot 138

A simple but flavorful RRV Pinot, we review the Trader Joe’s Grand Reserve Russian River Valley Pinot Noir Lot 138. ... Read more

Drink of the Week: The Pallini Spritz

Summer is arriving early in New York thanks to Pallini Limoncello. To celebrate the city's first-ever Pallini Lemon Week (June 15–22), the Italian liqueur brand is spotlighting the Pallini Spritz, a refreshing serve inspired by the Amalfi Coast and Italy's aperitivo culture.Bright, bubbly, and easy to make, it's the perfect warm-weather sip. [...] The post Drink of the Week: The Pallini Spritz appeared first on Chilled Magazine .

Aperol Substitute Guide: What Works Best in a Spritz?

Looking for an Aperol substitute? Discover the best alternatives for Spritz cocktails and learn which options work best for your taste. The post Aperol Substitute Guide: What Works Best in a Spritz? appeared first on Crafty Bartending .

Oregon's Willamette Valley // Location: Alexandria, VA

Friday, July 10, 20267:00 - 8:00 PM

Grapes You've Never Heard Of // Location: Alexandria, VA

Cape Crusaders: The Wines of South Africa // Location: Alexandria, VA

Saturday, July 25, 20266:00 - 7:00 PM

Red Cold: Chillable Red Wines for Summer // Location: Alexandria, VA

Friday, July 31, 20267:00 - 8:00 PM

Sipping Through Sonoma // Location: Capitol Hill, DC

Friday, July 10, 20267:00 - 8:00 PM