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Jericho Bracken Vineyard Shiraz 2024
A fair chunk of oak plays its hand with this Jericho Bracken Vineyard Shiraz. I wasn't overly surprised to learn after tasting and compiling this review that this sees 60% new French oak for 14 months. That high percentage is telling, particularly with a rampant coconut oak note. Some menthol gets in on the aroma profile too and refuses to budge. Hmm. Dark plums, blackberries, cherry liqueur, cola, stripped bark and black tea add plenty of character, but it's hard to shake the oak. Perhaps time will help. 91/100 Region: McLaren Vale RRP: $42 Source: Sample Winery Website Subscribe to Qwine here Follow: Instagram , LinkedIn and X
by noreply@blogger.com (Unknown)18 views40-502490-94ptsmclaren-valeshiraz - news
Travellers Key Keg 20L Vermentino 2025
Bright and fresh with a neat textural feel, these Travellers 20L Key Kegs are a good on-premise solution to keep wines fresh as well as minimising packaging. A most enjoyable wine, this Vermentino is bursting with lemons, old-school lemonade, sea spray and a dash of saltiness. Made with a splash of Chardonnay and Fiano (2% each), there is a fine veil of minerality which adds further detail and elevates this expression, to mention the respectable length. For a wine that comes in 20L kegs, this is a great get if you see this on premise. 89/100 Region: Granite Belt RRP: $ ?? Source: Sample Winery Website Subscribe to Qwine here Follow: Instagram , LinkedIn and X
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Tickets on sale for 2026 Women in Wine Symposium
This year’s Symposium takes place in Melbourne under the theme ‘Rising Together – Shaping What Comes Next’.
by Andy Young7 viewsnews - news
Gilberts Wines Estate Chardonnay 2025
From Mount Barker comes this barrel-fermented Chardonnay from Gilberts Wines. A curious thing that caught my attention was the scents of wet brown paper and a musty note. Odd... Tinned pineapple, bruised golden apple and firm green tea-like phenolics are the driving forces. The palate is clipped and doesn't reach as much as hoped. I'd prefer others, particularly at this price point. 85/100 Region: Mount Barker RRP: $40 Source: Sample Winery Website Subscribe to Qwine here Follow: Instagram , LinkedIn and X
by noreply@blogger.com (Unknown)20 views40-502585-89ptschardonnaymount-barker - news
Gallery: Michelin Guide Launch
The Michelin Guide has come to New Zealand (specifically Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch and Queenstown) and Dhall and Nash were very privileged to be included as Partners of the Michelin Guide. The post Gallery: Michelin Guide Launch appeared first on Dhall & Nash Fine Wines .
by Aimee Hopwood20 viewsgalleriesnewseventsmichelinmichelin-guidelaunch - news
2022 Starfield Vineyards and Winery Syrah with Slow Cooker Mexican Pulled Pork Street Tacos
Photo ©Michael Kelly The Winery Photo from Starfield Vineyards The winery was founded in 2012 by Tom and Rob Sinton with plantings of 31 acres on the hillsides east of Placerville, California in El Dorado County. They are located at 2759 Jacquier Road. Map courtesy of https://uscountymaps.com/el-dorado-county-map-california/ The naming of the wines, especially their new […]
by mkellywine30 viewsuncategorizedel-dorado-winesstarfield-vineyards-and-winerysyrah - news
Central Otago crowns young wine talent
Central Otago and North Canterbury celebrate emerging wine industry talent ahead of the national finals in August.
by Deborah Jackson16 viewsnewspeoplewine - news
Howard Park Scotsdale Shiraz 2024
Part of Howard Park’s Distinguished Sites range. Fruit is sourced from the Burch family’s Frankland River vineyards in the Great Southern region of Western Australia. 2024 was a fast and […]
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Boulder Biking 101: Best Bike Trails, Routes and Local Tips
With the Flatirons rising above town and an extraordinary network of paths, bike lanes, mountain trails, and foothill climbs, Boulder has earned its reputation as one of America’s great cycling cities. Whether you are a road cyclist looking for a serious climb, a mountain biker searching for singletrack, a commuter traveling across town, or a […] The post Boulder Biking 101: Best Bike Trails, Routes and Local Tips first appeared on About Boulder County Colorado - Visitor and Local Guide to Boulder County Colorado .
by AboutBoulder-admin19 viewsblogcyclingabout-boulderbiking-in-boulder-coloradoboulderboulder-biking - news
The business case for soil health
Soil has always been central to wine production, influencing vine health, yield, quality and the long-term sustainability of a farm. In a changing climate, the way producers manage soil and water is becoming a sharper measure of resilience.
by SA Wine Industry16 viewsnewsletter-subscribersinvestmentsoil-healthsustainabilitytokara - news
Q&A with Lilitha Mwasi Njobe
Lilitha Mwasi Njobe is a PhD candidate in the School of Agriculture, Food and Wine at the University of Adelaide. Her research investigates the role of extracellular vesicles in the transfer of herbicide resistance in Lolium rigidum, one of the world's most problematic agricultural weeds
by SA Wine Industry15 viewsnewsletter-subscriberstechnicalviticulture-researchbiological-controlbiological-control-agentsextracellular-vesicles - news
The future of DTC
In June this year, the specialised DTC platform Commerce7 introduced a slew of new features that promise to give wineries unprecedented insight into customer behaviour. These new capabilities offer a glimpse into the future of DTC, converting customer experiences into revenue streams.
by SA Wine Industry20 viewsnewsletter-subscribersaicommerce7direct-to-consumerdtce-commerce - news
Our living heritage
The word “heritage” usually conjures images of crumbling stone monuments or historical archives. However, a groundbreaking research project has reframed the conversation, positioning the vine itself as a form of living heritage – one that stands on the front lines of a shifting climate.
by SA Wine Industry16 viewsnewsletter-subscribersalternative-cultivarsaquila-environmentalcanopy-managementclimate-changedrought-resistant - news
Review: Maison Wessman 2023 White Raven and 2020 Raven Blood
The pair of Raven wines we are trying today were made at the Maison Wessman winery in Limoux in southern France and are the result of a collaboration between winemaker Róbert Wessman and JJ Julius Son, lead singer and songwriter for the popular rock band Kaleo. Collaborations between celebrities and wineries aren’t new anymore, but… The post Review: Maison Wessman 2023 White Raven and 2020 Raven Blood appeared first on Drinkhacker: The Insider's Guide to Good Drinking .
by Robert Lublin18 viewsbest-valuerated-areviewswine - news
Why Investment Readiness Will Define the Next Era of Wine Tourism
The global wine tourism industry is entering a new phase of maturity. While exceptional wines, beautiful landscapes, and authentic visitor experiences remain fundamental, they are no longer enough to guarantee long-term success, as previously discussed. Increasingly, the destinations that will lead the next generation of wine tourism are those capable of attracting sustained investment, building […] The post Why Investment Readiness Will Define the Next Era of Wine Tourism appeared first on Liz Palmer .
by liz admin22 viewsarticlestourismtraveltrending-topicsun-tourismwine - news
Boulder Smoke Season 2026: How to Stay Safe from Wildfire Haze and Protect Your Pets
Summer in Boulder usually brings crystal-clear mountain views and endless days outside. This week, however, many residents are waking up to hazy skies as smoke from several large wildfires in western Colorado and Utah drifts across the Front Range. Large fires, including the Snyder, Babylon, Ferris, and Gold Mountain fires, have burned well over 160,000 […] The post Boulder Smoke Season 2026: How to Stay Safe from Wildfire Haze and Protect Your Pets first appeared on About Boulder County Colorado - Visitor and Local Guide to Boulder County Colorado .
by AboutBoulder-admin14 viewsblogoutdoorsabout-boulderboulder-air-qualityboulder-coloradoboulder-health - news
VULKÀ ETNA ROSSO you need look no further
When company comes and you want to share just the right wine, a wine of quality and, of course, an Italian wine. Look no further than to Vulkà Etna Rosso. A rich and delicious red wine that won’t break the budget. The wine was paired with a Broccolini Caesar which can be served warm or ... Read more The post VULKÀ ETNA ROSSO you need look no further first appeared on My VanCity .
by Valerie van der Gracht19 viewsfeaturedwinedoc-etnaetnaetna-russo-nicosia-vulkaitalian-wine - news
Discover Classic Penedès and Corpinnat: Cava’s Competitors
Cava Wine & Its Alternatives What is happening to Spanish sparkling wines The sparkling wine industry in the Penedès wine region of Catalonia in Northern Spain where most Cava is produced has been the scene of in-fighting for a number of years. This blogpost looks at the history of Cava and the most recent developments in the Cava DO appellation, including how Cava has changed its categories of Cava and its labelling. In addition it considers the alternative Spanish sparkling wine formats that have emerged in competition with Cava, Classic Penedès and Corpinnat and what the future may hold for these competing Spanish sparkling wines. A brief history of Cava After the phylloxera epidemic destroyed European vines in the late nineteenth century and the only way to keep producing wine was to plant American species or graft European vines onto American rootstock, many red wine producers in Penedès decided to switch to growing white indigenous grape vines, grafted onto phylloxera-resistant r
by WinesWithAttitude19 viewswine-factswine-regionswine-styles - news
The Tsar’s lost wines
written by Erika Mantovan Bottles of Champagne, identified as Roederer, discovered on the seabed of the Baltic Sea inside a
by Erika Mantovan16 viewsfrancenewsbaltic-seacarte-blanchechamapgnelouis-roederer - news
Two Aromatic White Wines for the Summer from Blasted Church Vineyards_PR SAMPLE
Today I have two aromatic white wines to tell you about from BC’s Blasted Church Vineyards. I tasted their Blasted Church Vineyards Renaissance Series Sauvignon Blanc 2025 and Blasted Church Vineyards Renaissance Series Viognier 2025. These wines come from our latest, fantastic 2025 harvest. It is nice to see our wineries doing so well this vintage after the problems with...
by mywinepal19 viewsbcokanagansauvignon-blancviogniervqablasted-church-vineyards - news
Two Gems From the Sierra Nevada Foothills – 2020 Mineral Wines Meritage & 2020 Gossamer Cellars Damo
Photo ©Michael Kelly Background Had our oldest daughter and family over for a pre-4th of July BBQ. Broke out two wines from our previous residence in Calaveras County to have with a casual dinner. One of our grandsons is into minerals and rocks, so choose the 2020 Mineral Wines with a gold nugget on the […]
by mkellywine15 viewsuncategorizedcalaveras-winegrape-alliancegossamer-cellarsidaho-winesmineral-winesmurphys-wineries - news
The 2021 Nero d’Avola from Adelaide Hills is a wine that feels both distinctive and refined
The 2021 Nero d’Avola from Adelaide Hills is a wine that feels both distinctive and refined The post The 2021 Nero d’Avola from Adelaide Hills is a wine that feels both distinctive and refined appeared first on DallasWineChick.com .
by Dallas Wine Chick17 viewsblogchampagneitalysamplesspainwine-education - news
Ends Today: July 4th Sale!… 15% Off William’s Brewing Sitewide Sale! + Application Ideas
William’s Brewing has a short 15% off sitewide sale going on right now. Applies to orders of $59.99 or more. Some exclusions apply. William’s rarely... The post Ends Today: July 4th Sale!… 15% Off William’s Brewing Sitewide Sale! + Application Ideas appeared first on Homebrew Finds .
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Is Craft Beer Resetting in 2026? What Beer Drinkers Need to Know
The craft beer industry has always evolved, but 2026 feels different. For years, craft beer experienced explosive growth fueled by new brewery openings, limited releases, hazy IPAs, pastry stouts, and an endless stream of innovation. Today, however, many beer drinkers are beginning to notice a shift. Brewery closures continue to make headlines, overall growth has slowed, and consumers are making different purchasing decisions than they did just a few years ago. So, is craft beer declining? Not necessarily. It may simply be resetting. The Era of Unlimited Growth Is Over For much of the last decade, it seemed like every community welcomed another brewery. Consumers eagerly sought out the newest releases, chased limited cans, and traveled to experience unique taprooms. Today's market looks much different. Breweries now face: Higher ingredient costs Increased operating expenses Greater competition than ever before More cautious consumer spending Changing drinking habits Rather than endless
by noreply@blogger.com (Rod J)3 views