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Chateau Montelena 50 Years After The Iconic Judgement of Paris Wine Tasting
Wines with “old world style, but with California sunlight,”
by Lisa Denning3 viewswine-of-the-week - news
Do You Know Alentejo, Portugal’s São Martino Adega?
Portugal’s Alentejo Region Do You Know Alentejo, Portugal’s São Martino Adega? It’s okay if you don’t, neither did I until I had that magical journey. So, now I look at Portugal with a whole new set of eyes and brain, from farm to Talhas, to tables… Second Stop ~ Adega Natus Vini Vidigueria November 11, […] The post Do You Know Alentejo, Portugal’s São Martino Adega? first appeared on Wine Blog .
by Jo Diaz4 viewswineadega-natus-viniaentejochestnuts-roasting-on-an-open-fireportugalryan-opaz-and-his-wife-gabriella-opaz-of-catavino - news
7 Best New Whiskies of 2026 to Add Some Liquid Gold to Your Home Bar
We have over a decade of experience writing about (and sampling) whisky. That’s an awful lot of whisky. Some years are better than others, and we’re here to tell you ... Visit Man of Many for the full post.
by Christopher Osburn2 viewsculturedrinks - news
Mexico and Cognac, 1826 to 2026
A 200-year history of the cognac trade between France and Mexico. Merchants, agents, locally bottled imitations, the Vidaurreta 1938 painting, the 1997 protection of the cognac name, and the EU-Mexico agreement signed in Brussels on 22 May 2026. With 17 archival images.
by Max4 viewsall-articlesbrand-insightscognac-newsa-e-dorbisquitbrandy - news
Beer, BBQ & burros: A look at Village Creek Brewing Co. in Rendon
Photos © Brian Brown/Beer in Big D. If you're looking for a place to go where you can get away from it all, a new venue in Rendon may be just the sort of spot you seek. What's more, with the primary offerings being craft beer and barbecue, one wonders what more does a Texan need? Founded by Art & Sunny Anderson, you could certainly call Village Creek Brewing Co. a labor of love, considering the couple has been working to make the business a reality since 2019. That year, they poured beer at Luckapalooza V , hosted by LUCK at Trinity Groves, while they were scouting locations for their future endeavor. By the end of 2019, the Andersons had purchased a 4.7-acre site in Rendon, with the brewery and an expansive biergarten set to front the property while occupying around an acre of that land at 6690 Levy County Rd. So, why did it take six years to get here? Well, to start, there was this pandemic thing that caused a few disruptions. Beyond that, by all accounts Village Creek was built
by noreply@blogger.com (Unknown)2 viewsnew-breweriesrecaprenonvillage-creek-brewing-co - news
GSN Review: Widow Jane Tequila Ocho Cask Finish Bourbon
Widow Jane Distillery announces the release of Widow Jane Tequila Ocho Cask Finish Bourbon. The new product represents the first time Tequila Ocho has allowed barrels used to rest its aged expressions to be repurposed for whiskey production, and also a rekindling of the spirit of collaboration between these two craft brands. The two producers first […]
by frodelicious1 viewspirits-liqueurswidow-jane-tequila-ocho-cask-finish-bourbon - news
GSN Review: Bruce’s Blue Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey
Jeptha Creed Distillery, the Kentucky craft distillery owned by a mother-daughter duo, Joyce and Autumn Nethery, announces the release of Bruce’s Blue Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey. This bottle is a true embodiment of Jeptha Creed’s “Our Farm to Your Glass” commitment. Bruce’s Blue is an exclusive heirloom corn varietal developed, planted and harvested exclusively on […]
by frodelicious1 viewspirits-liqueursbruce-s-blue-kentucky-straight-bourbon-whiskey - news
REWILD | National Wine Day | May 25th
EXPERIENCE THE POWER OF REWILD Where Great Wine Doesn’t have to Cost the Earth National Wine Day is coming up on May 25th, and it’s the perfect time to raise a glass to wines that not only taste great, but do great things for the planet. Rewild Wines are sustainably crafted and 100% vegan, offering ... Read more The post REWILD | National Wine Day | May 25th first appeared on My VanCity .
by Valerie van der Gracht4 viewsfeaturedwinealchemyst-incaustraliacanadacascadia-liquor - news
GSN Book Review: The Distillers’ Company Ordinance
The Ordinance Book of the Worshipful Company of Distillers, which detailed the organization, rules, and practices of its guild members, dates back to 1638. This transcription with historical notes reveals the importance of apprenticeship in the professionalization of the English distilling and the limitations placed on the admission of women into the trade. It also […]
by frodelicious2 viewsbooksthe-distillers-company-ordinance - news
Kirkland Signature Malbec – A Winner For $7
Bulk Buy! The latest vintage of the Costco Kirkland Signature Malbec hits it out of the park once again. 100% ... Read more
by Jon Thorsen5 viewskirkland-signatureargentinabulk-buycostcomalbecwedding-wine - news
Severe spring frost causes up to 50% crop loss at Stanlake Park Wine Estate
Stanlake Park Wine Estate has reported significant crop losses following an unexpected ground frost event, underlining both the unpredictability of English viticulture and the resilience required to produce wine in the UK. Despite forecasts predicting overnight temperatures of 2°C to 3°C, the vineyard was impacted by a ground frost, where surface temperatures fall below freezing […] The post Severe spring frost causes up to 50% crop loss at Stanlake Park Wine Estate appeared first on Vineyard Magazine .
by Vineyard Magazine3 viewsnews - news
Q&8: Ma Huiqin on Marselan as China’s Flagship Grape
As part of a recent Wine Searcher story on the rise of Marselan in China, I talked to Ma Huiqin, a wine marketing expert and ...
by boyce3 viewsuncategorized - news
May 24: Queen Victoria’s Birthday
It's Queen Victoria's birthday. Born in 1819, she served as the regent of Great Britain and Ireland for 63 years. That's a long time to be the CEO of an Empire. So, you're probably wondering, did the Queen like a tipple or two? She did, though she didn't have the same tastes as the commoners. She didn't have the same tastes as anyone. Her favorite drink, and I have to give her props for this, was half red wine and half single malt scotch. We'll just call it the Queen Victoria Cocktail because I don't think anyone else will touch it. She also liked scotch and sodas, various wines and even the occasional beer. Top quote: "Give my people plenty of beer, good beer and cheap beer, and you will have no revolution among them." She put this theory into practice, allotting each of her household servants eight pints of beer a day. True story: Every year the Lochnagar Distillery delivered a unique barrel of Scotch whisky specifically tailored to Victoria's tastes. It's good to be Queen.
by Frank Kelly Rich4 viewstoday-s-reason-to-drink - news
The last freakin’ article on the Judgment of Paris (again)
So, it's the 50th anniversary of the Judgment of Paris today. For those who don't know of it, but still drink wine, this probably means that you're a GenXer or younger as even the oldest of us couldn't legally drink when this tasting event came to pass that supposedly put California on the map and gave the French a spanking. Please do read the Wikipedia article above and it lays out all the 'shocking' details of it. When I mentioned the 40th anniversary back in 2016, I feel there was a lot more 'huzzah' about it. The main reason being that a lot of those who participated were still alive and everyone wanted to undoubtedly celebrate it while the livin' was still good. Indeed, most everyone who was key to the event has now left us for the open bar in the sky. The biggie in that group was Steven…
by Miquel Hudin4 viewscalifornian-winesnapa-valley - news
Livermore rallies over final two frames to stun Justin-Siena in CIF North Coast Section quarterfinals
Livermore scored 6 times over the final two innings to beat Justin-Siena, 8-6, on Saturday. The post Livermore rallies over final two frames to stun Justin-Siena in CIF North Coast Section quarterfinals appeared first on Napa Sports News .
by Kyle Foster4 viewshigh-school-baseball-justin-siena-bravesbaseballcif-north-coast-sectionjustin-siena-high-schoolkyle-foster - news
Howard Park Miamup Cabernet Sauvignon 2024
Same winemaking as previous vintages. When you’re on a good thing, stick with it. Fruit comes from “several select vineyard sites located in the Wilyabrup sub region and north to […]
by vinonotebook6 viewswine-reviews2024burch-family-wineshoward-parkhoward-park-miamup-cabernet-sauvignon-2024janice-mcdonald - news
Guernsey, Channel Islands
As I mentioned last week, I had a week away from home. As a widow, I have not been brave enough yet to do singles holidays (although I am slowly coming round to the idea). I do once a year grab a few days away with my best friend from university days, but she does not like the idea of flying, so holidays abroad are ruled out. It was therefore with some surprise when she suggested this year's trip might be to Guernsey in the Channel Islands via the ferry from Poole. It is off the cost of France and has its own currency and health system, so I could at least pretend it was "abroad". I met my friend in Poole on Friday 8th May and we stayed one night at the Travelodge there. She had driven from Hertfordshire and I had got the train to Poole from London. Unfortunately my room had been sprayed with some very strong air freshener which gave me a headache within 5 minutes of being in the room. I had to get out of there and go for a walk in Poole to clear my head. I think the maid m
by noreply@blogger.com (ADDY)0 viewsgerman-occupationguernseypoole - news
Fare il publican nel 2026 è diventato un atto di resistenza
Fare il publican nel 2026 significa resistere tra sacrifici, passione, staff e un mondo dei pub che cambia ogni giorno.
by Francesco Selicato3 viewsnozioni - news
Event Report: Tokyo International BarShow 2026 “Smash the World”
This year’s Tokyo International BarShow was another one for the books. Across May 9th and 10th, a total of 13,900 people descended upon Tokyo Dome City’s Prism Hall. The theme this time was “Smash the World,” a reference to special guest Joerg Meyer’s Gin Basil Smash. The Tokyo International BarShow offers something for every visitor, […] The post Event Report: Tokyo International BarShow 2026 “Smash the World” appeared first on Nomunication .
by Whiskey Richard1 viewnews - news
Los Dos Molinos in Mesa – A Story About Intense Heat and Flavors!
Background As we are exploring our new surroundings, we continually ask people, which restaurants would you recommend for Mexican, Steak houses, Chinese and Sashimi. A bit eclectic but those are foods that we enjoy. At a recent wine gathering met a great couple and Will mentioned for Mexican food, Los Dos Molinos was the ticket. […]
by mkellywine3 viewsuncategorizedlos-dos-molinos-mesamesa-restaurantsnew-mexico-cuisinenew-mexico-food - news
"Dream Martinborough vintage" wins top scores in London
Every vineyard has a story behind it and that story gained a lot more significance this week for Nga Waka Lease Block Pinot Noir 2024 from Martinborough, which won four trophies, a gold medal and 96/100 points at the 2026 International Wine and Spirits Challenge.The Challenge has forged a name for putting wines through their paces rigorously every year since it was founded in 1969, so it's no mean feat to gain high scores, let alone so many trophies. And while this is a significant win for the s...
by Joelle Thomson1 view - news
Flowers for Memorial Day: Personal Weekend Story
Somewhat Confusing Holiday Memorial Days are a bit confusing for many of us, since we not only have Memorial Day but we also have Veterans Day. We’re just thrilled to have a long weekend, be be perfectly honest. Then, we wonder which military day is which, and how are we supposed to feel? […] The post Flowers for Memorial Day: Personal Weekend Story first appeared on Wine Blog .
by Jo Diaz5 viewsholidaywinememorial-dayptsdthe-meaning-of-memorial-dayww-ii-posttraumatic-stress-disorder - news
Some cognac again
Courvoisier ‘VS’ (40%, OB, blend, +/-1985) Château de Montifaud ‘VS’ (40%, OB, petite champagne, +/-2025) Richard Delisle ‘VS’ (40%, OB, blend, +/-2025) Larsen ‘Viking Ship’ (40%, OB, grande and petite champagne, +/-2025) Famille Cabanne ‘A.100’ (46.6%, Old Master Spirits, Grande Champagne, 2026) Famille Duluc ‘Lot 70’ (46.1%, Authentic Spirits, Grande Champagne, ugni blanc, 2026) Fins Bois ‘Lot 45’ (58.2%, Malternative Belgium, Asia-Pacific exclusive, 96 bottles, 2025) Peyrot ‘V.61 A.64’ (43.8%, Old Master Spirits, Grande Champagne, 2026)
by Serge Valentin0 views - news
MenoDodicIGP: Campania Aglianico IGP “XIV”
di Luciano Pignataro Un Aglianico prodotto da chi poppava Aglianico. E’ il XIV, nome scelto dalla passione per la cabala che vede questo numero ripetersi in più di una occasione, a cominciare dai 14 filari da cui nasce a Taurasi. Lo propone Giacomo Pastore, scout taurasino e profondo conoscitore di questo vitigno, presente nel catalogo della cantina realizzata con la moglie Flora Tranfaglia. Un rosso fresco, solo acciaio, 4000 mila bottiglie da bere sui robusti piatti della tradizione irpina. Da stappare subito, senza rimpianti, sulla maccaronara al sugo o sui mugliatielli di agnello, in allegria insieme agli amici. Prezzo medio sul web: 11 euro
by noreply@blogger.com (Andrea Petrini)1 view