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news2026-05-05
Spring Mill Distillery – Dinner with the Sleemans
A former member visited the Spring Mill Distillery back in early 2020, very early on in its history before they’d even released a fully aged whisky, and in 2024, John Sleeman and his sons Cooper and Quinn invited a busload of whisky lovers to the distillery for a tour, tasting and dinner. Having family in … The post Spring Mill Distillery – Dinner with the Sleemans appeared first on Toronto Whisky Society .
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INSIDER DEAL! 96-Point Reta Romelio XX% OFF!
Say hello to a massive discount on this highly rated wine from Chile, today’s deal is the 2020 Reta Romelio ... Read more
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Sojourn Cellars Vertical Tasting
Sojourn Cellars makes some incredible, cellar-worthy Pinots and Chards. Last Saturday I descended upon Sojourn Cellars in downtown Sonoma. It had been several years since I made my visit to taste some of the outstanding Pinots and Chards from this region. Sojourn Celalrs is under new ownership and we talked about the approach to wines. The wines have been remarkably consistent and they show terrific aging potential. The winery dates back to 2001 when two tennis friends–Craig Haserot and Erich Bradley–who shared a passion for two things: great wine and tennis. With Erich’s experience as an Assistant Winemaker at Arrowood Winery, the two developed a plan to produce small bottlings of Cabernet Sauvignon from outstanding vineyard sources. They began with a hundred cases of Cabernet Sauvignon that they sold to friends and family. Today they produce more than different wines and have customers worldwide. It was fun to see how these age and I was enamored by the 2021 ‘Sangiacomo’ Pinot Noir (
by Owen Bargreen3 views
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Whitman Hill
Great photo of the Whitman Hill vineyard. Today we share a newer producer from the Yakima Valley. Whitman Hill Vineyard sits at 1,200 feet on the south- and east-facing slopes above the Yakima Valley, where steady air movement, balanced sun exposure, and a natural cold-air drain create ideal conditions for even ripening and vineyard health. Beneath the surface, layers of sandy loam and fragments of caliche—a pale, porous rock unique to this area. Before establishing Whitman Hill, Scott and Denise Whitman co-owned a winery on Washington’s west side, sourcing grapes from the Yakima Valley and becoming deeply connected to the quality and character of its fruit. Their first wines for that project were made humbly in their garage. In 2020 the had the chance to acquire property in Zillah, which became Whitman Hill. New wines were really good. I love the 2024 Whitman Hill Chardonnay (OB, 91) which is neatly textured stuff with good richness. Learn more about this project at https://whitmanhil
by Owen Bargreen3 views
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Tsillan Cellars
Here are the outstanding new wines by Tsillan Cellars. It is my pleasure to share a really good producer in the Lake Chelan AVA. This scenic location has a beautiful setting with plenty of outdoor seating. The 127 acre estate is Chelan’s largest planted vineyard. They make an exceedingly long range of wines from Chardonnay to Syrah from this estate. Italian varietals are also planted at the estate vineyard. Garrett Grubbs has been making great wines for Tsillan and joined the team in 2021. It is exceedingly difficult to grow many of these estate varietals in the heat that is accumulated in Lake Chelan. Grubbs did an excellent job with this lineup. I really love the 2023 Tsillan Cellars ‘Estate’ Malbec (OB, 91) which powerful and has great varietal character. Learn more at https://tsillancellars.com/ and here are my reviews of the new releases by Tsillan Cellars. 2024 Tsillan Cellars ‘Estate’ Viognier- The 2024 Tsillan Cellars ‘Estate’ Viognier offers lychee and melon notes on the nose
by Owen Bargreen3 views
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The Macallan Cherrywood Lapsang Tea
In the summer of 2025 The Macallan released two whiskies in collaboration with JING Tea . Both are part of the Harmony Collection - this time inspired by tea. There's Phoenix Honey Orchid Tea (oolong from Guandong) and this Organic Cherrywood Lapsang Tea , a reinvention of Lapsang Souchong.The whisky comes primarily from European oak sherry seasoned casks, complemented by American oak casks. 
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Iconic Veritas Vineyards To Sell To New, Local Ownership
Acclaimed Head Winemaker Emily Hodson will continue to lead the cellar as partner in the new ownership team. AFTON, VIRGINIA — May 4, 2026 —Veritas Vineyards & Winery, one of Virginia’s most well-known and respected wine and tourism destinations, have agreed to be acquired by a new ownership group, Veritas Legacy Partners, LLC. Leading […]
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Sol Rei Is a Charming Addition to the Sonoma Plaza Wine Scene
Is your wine enjoyment dampened by allergies? At this tasting room, well-crafted wines with minimal histamines and sulfites are the specialty. The post Sol Rei Is a Charming Addition to the Sonoma Plaza Wine Scene appeared first on Sonoma Magazine .
by Tina Caputo19 views
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2025 Vintage Wine from Quails’ Gate Winery
Reading Time: 3 minutes Three fresh 2025 releases from Quails’ Gate Winery showcase Okanagan spring at its best — vibrant, food-friendly wines with spot-on seasonal pairings. The post 2025 Vintage Wine from Quails’ Gate Winery appeared first on BCWineTrends .
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Jansz Vintage Cuvee Sparkling
Jansz Vintage Cuvee is a delicious sparkling wine from Tasmania, Australia. Wine review by Lisa Johnston (thewinemuse). The post Jansz Vintage Cuvee Sparkling appeared first on winemusing .
by Lisa Johnston28 views
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What Makes a Great Tequila Tasting Experience for Large Groups
Tequila tastings have evolved far beyond a quick pour and a lime wedge. When done right… they become immersive, high-energy experiences that educate, entertain, and bring people together. But creating a tequila tasting that resonates with a large group takes more than great bottles behind the bar. It’s about thoughtful design, expert execution, and intentional […]
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A Few Wines From My Avalon Rhine River Cruise
Cruising on the Rhine River with Avalon Waterways cruise line, the wine list at dinner changes daily. Here are a few of the wines I tasted from my first two dinners. All wines from the cruise are European. Many are from Austria. None of these wines are currently available through the BC Liquor store, but who know, they may be...
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Lexington Region Travel Guide
The post Lexington Region Travel Guide appeared first on Kentucky Bourbon Trail® .
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Northern Region Travel Guide
The post Northern Region Travel Guide appeared first on Kentucky Bourbon Trail® .
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193 Sessions – Edição Vermutes Brasileiros
Clube 193 inaugura seu centro de estudo da coquetelaria com o evento 193 Sessions. A primeira edição acontece dia 21/05 e reverencia a nova geração de vermutes brasileiros . Conduzido por Marco De la Roche, anfitrião do Clube 193, você já pode se inscrever para participar de uma imersão na categoria de vermutes nacionais e […] O post 193 Sessions – Edição Vermutes Brasileiros apareceu primeiro em Mixology News .
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Western Region Travel Guide
The post Western Region Travel Guide appeared first on Kentucky Bourbon Trail® .
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Errazuriz Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon
Errazuriz Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon is a good wine from Chile. Wine review by Lisa Johnston (thewinemuse). The post Errazuriz Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon appeared first on winemusing .
by Lisa Johnston34 views
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Athlete of the Week: McDonald’s big week with bat leads Vintage to an important unbeaten week in league play
Vintage junior outfielder Aliyah McDonald is the Napa Sports News Athlete of the Week from April 27th to May 3rd after a good week with the bat. The post Athlete of the Week: McDonald’s big week with bat leads Vintage to an important unbeaten week in league play appeared first on Napa Sports News .
by Kyle Foster19 views
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Update on Mancozeb in Grapes
In her mancozeb update (below), Katie Gold (Cornell University) has done a great job of providing a synopsis of the current mancozeb situation and the EPA’s activities and research efforts for mancozeb replacement, if necessary. Suffice it to say that it will likely be a matter of 2-3 years before any final decisions are made […] Read More
by Phil Brannen16 views
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April Wine Reviews: from Vin de France to Grand Tasting
A whirlwind month that changed my life – in more ways that one. Contrary to popular belief, I am somewhat ashamed to admit that I actually haven’t visited every single French wine region (yet). I’ve done Champagne, Loire, Bordeaux, Provence, Bourgogne / Beaujolais, and Alsace, but have yet to hit Jura, Savoie, Corsica, Languedoc – […]
by Katie16 views
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2-Day Wine Tasting Itinerary in St. Helena
With so many winery options in Napa, it’s hard to know where to start. Our 2-day tasting itinerary in St. Helena will have you sampling from some of the best. The post 2-Day Wine Tasting Itinerary in St. Helena first appeared on NapaValley.com .
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Another Exciting Chapter in Virginia’s Wine Story — Veritas Vineyards to Transition to New Ownership
It has been a dynamic, and at times unforgiving, spring for Virginia wine — early bud break, a punishing frost, … Continue reading →
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Characteristics of Fully Developed Brewing Sciences Programs
The following content is accessible for members only, please sign in. The post Characteristics of Fully Developed Brewing Sciences Programs appeared first on Texas Craft Brewers Guild .
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5 Sips for Supermoms: Heroic Drinks That Match Her Powers
Mother’s Day is this weekend, and whether you were raised by a mom or by another special woman who shared her wisdom along the way, we all know she isn’t just a parent, she’s a one-woman superhero squad. So today, we’re toasting her invisible talents with five drinks that match her superpowers, sip for sip. Who better to help us than our favourite drinks expert Natalie MacLean, editor Canada’s largest wine review site at nataliemaclean.com. Welcome, Natalie. Great to be back with you! I brought all my super friends here to celebrate mom because she’s faster […]
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Spring Mill Distillery – Dinner with the Sleemans

INSIDER DEAL! 96-Point Reta Romelio XX% OFF!

Sojourn Cellars Vertical Tasting

Whitman Hill

Tsillan Cellars

The Macallan Cherrywood Lapsang Tea

Iconic Veritas Vineyards To Sell To New, Local Ownership

Sol Rei Is a Charming Addition to the Sonoma Plaza Wine Scene

2025 Vintage Wine from Quails’ Gate Winery

Jansz Vintage Cuvee Sparkling

What Makes a Great Tequila Tasting Experience for Large Groups

A Few Wines From My Avalon Rhine River Cruise

Lexington Region Travel Guide

Northern Region Travel Guide

193 Sessions – Edição Vermutes Brasileiros

Western Region Travel Guide

Errazuriz Gran Reserva Cabernet Sauvignon

Athlete of the Week: McDonald’s big week with bat leads Vintage to an important unbeaten week in league play

Update on Mancozeb in Grapes

April Wine Reviews: from Vin de France to Grand Tasting

2-Day Wine Tasting Itinerary in St. Helena

Another Exciting Chapter in Virginia’s Wine Story — Veritas Vineyards to Transition to New Ownership

Characteristics of Fully Developed Brewing Sciences Programs

5 Sips for Supermoms: Heroic Drinks That Match Her Powers