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Weekly Cellar Round-Up
Over the course of a week, I taste a bunch of wine, usually with friends, and almost always with my wife. Here are some of the wines we tasted over the past few weeks. These are wines that were not sent … Continue reading →
by the drunken cyclist20 viewsbordeauxbordeaux-blendburgundycabernet-sauvignoncaliforniachardonnay - news
May 2026 Wine Club Blog
The post May 2026 Wine Club Blog appeared first on Linganore Wines .
by Dena Purvis20 viewswine-club - news
Gambero Rosso returns to Toronto with Italy’s top wines
From Tre Bicchieri tastings to limited-seat masterclasses, this event offers rare access to Italy’s leading producers For many, the Gambero Rosso Tre Bicchieri World Tour is defined by its walkaround tasting—a chance to sample some of Italy’s highest-rated wines in one place. But for those looking to go beyond the glass, this year’s Toronto stop offers something even more compelling: a series of focused masterclasses designed to explore Italy’s regions in greater depth. Taking place April 29 at the Liberty Grand Entertainment Complex, the annual event will once again bring together 46 Italian wineries whose wines have earned Tre Bicchieri, the highest distinction in Gambero Rosso’s Vini d’Italia guide. Yet it’s the smaller, more intimate sessions surrounding the main tasting that are quietly becoming the most sought-after experiences of the day. A closer look at Lombardy—before the main event For those eager to get an early start, the spotlight turns to northern Italy the day before th
by VineRoutes20 viewseventspress-alleygambero-rossoitalian-winestrade-tastingwine-education - news
Drinking Less, Choosing Better: How to Market Wine to the Mindful Consumer
The Shift in Drinking Habits Is Here Something structural has changed in how Americans relate to alcohol, and if you've been watching your DTC numbers, you've probably felt it before you could name it. Gallup's 2023 consumption survey found that the share of U.S. adults who drink has dropped to 62%, the lowest level since 1948. The IWSR has documented consecutive years of volume decline in still wine in the U.S. market. The casual, habitual wine buyer who grabs a familiar label on autopilot and treats wine as a grocery category is drinking less or shifting away entirely. Volume-driven marketing built around that consumer is chasing a contracting audience. That sounds threatening. It isn't, if you're willing to look at who is still buying. The consumer who remains is choosing quality over quantity, spending more per bottle precisely because they're buying fewer of them, and actively looking for brands worth their loyalty. The wineries that adapt their marketing to speak this language ho
by Deksia Jones4 views - news
🏃♀️ Rye River Brewing Co. Run Club April 30th🏃♂️
🏃♀️ Rye River Brewing Co. Run Club April🏃♂️ Join us for a run/walk and a beer/non-alcoholic in the RRBC taproom afterward! 📅 Date: Thur, 30.04.2026 🕒 Time: 7:00 PM 📍 Location: Rye River Brewing Company, Donaghcumper, Dublin Road, Celbridge, Co. Kildare, W23 AX07 📏 Run Length: 5K 💰 TBD Hopefully see you there! #StraightFromTheSource #irishcraftbeer […] The post 🏃♀️ Rye River Brewing Co. Run Club April 30th🏃♂️ appeared first on Rye River Brewing Company .
by Annie21 viewseventsuncategorised - news
Vin de Constance Collector’s Edition: Extremely limited
‘This is truly world-class’ – Christian Eedes (2014‘One of the world’s great sweet wines’ – Christian Eedes (2017)‘Sheer heaven’ – Matthew Jukes (2021) After 300 years of excellence, Klein Constantia’s Vin de Constance is still setting the standard. Their newly released Collector’s Edition is a piece of wine history, personalised to you. This is your opportunity to own […] The post Vin de Constance Collector’s Edition: Extremely limited appeared first on Wine Cellar Plus .
by Lauren Segers-Jewell22 viewsalllocal-winesalexander-dumascharles-dickenschristian-eedescollector-s-edition - news
LEARNING ABOUT WINE Why Should You Care How Old the Vines Are?
This week we welcome a new contributor, Mitchell Rabinowitz. Watch for LEARNING ABOUT WINE every Monday. Why Should You Care How Old Vines Are? You should care about vine age when it tells you something concrete about how a vineyard behaves, how it handles difficult weather, and what kind of wine it can produce without ... Read more The post LEARNING ABOUT WINE Why Should You Care How Old the Vines Are? first appeared on My VanCity .
by Mitch RABINOWITZ30 viewswinebedrockclimatecompaction-layersdiseasedraught - news
Alain Graillot: A cult Crozes no Syrah lover should be without
One of the most sought-after Syrahs on the planet is back in our cellars. This comes from none other than the king of Crozes and Northern Rhône giant, Domaine Alain Graillot. Graillot’s Syrahs have inspired countless winemakers, including our local heroes from the Swartland. The 2023 Crozes-Hermitage is superb and comes out swinging. Violets, black […] The post Alain Graillot: A cult Crozes no Syrah lover should be without appeared first on Wine Cellar Plus .
by Jolette Steyn-Prior20 viewsallinternational-winesalain-graillot-crozes-hermitage-2023crozes-hermitagedecanterdomaine-alain-graillot - news
SA SAUVIGNON SHINES GLOBALLY WITH MORE ENTRIES AND MORE GOLD AT SAUVIGNON SELECTION BY CMB 2026
South Africa’s Sauvignon Blanc is strengthening its position as one of the most dynamic Sauvignon-producing countries on the global stage – and the latest international results underline that momentum. At the Sauvignon Selection by Concours Mondial de Bruxelles 2026, held from 7 to 9 April in Varaždin, Croatia, the country not only increased its number […] The post SA SAUVIGNON SHINES GLOBALLY WITH MORE ENTRIES AND MORE GOLD AT SAUVIGNON SELECTION BY CMB 2026 appeared first on Sauvignon Blanc South Africa .
by Isabeau Botha17 viewsin-the-newsnews - news
Review: Oban 15 Years Old Port Cask Finish
Hot on the heels of its 15 year old Cask Strength edition, Diageo has launched another Oban expression… and it’s another 15 year old. While the Cask Strength release was finished in sherry casks, this one’s done in Port (though at 52.1% abv, it’s not far from the proof of the cask strength expression). Turns… The post Review: Oban 15 Years Old Port Cask Finish appeared first on Drinkhacker: The Insider's Guide to Good Drinking .
by Christopher Null20 viewsbuy-it-nowfeaturedrated-areviewsscotch-whiskywhiskey - news
The Best Things to Do in Los Angeles 4.20.26 – 4.26.26
Weekly Guide to the Best Things to Do in LA Monday Movie Night at Bacari W. Adams Presents Pineapple Express Calling all movie buffs! One of the coolest things to do in Los Angeles this week is heading to Bacari W. Adams for their special 420 Movie Night collaboration featuring the Seth Rogan and James Franco […] The post The Best Things to Do in Los Angeles 4.20.26 – 4.26.26 appeared first on hoopLA .
by Ariel Johns23 viewsart-entertainmentbars-pubs-loungescelebritiescharitiesfitnessfood - news
The Ultimate Ecuadorian Cookbook 111 Dishes From Ecuador To Cook Right Now by Slavka Bodic
The Rum University shares with us in the April 2026 issue of "Got Rum?" magazine a publisher's review of "The Ultimate Ecuadorian Cookbook: 111 Dishes From Ecuador To Cook Right Now" written by Slavka Bodic.
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The English Whisky Map
The English Whisky Map, detailing 69 English whisky distilleries
by Chris Jaume13 viewsdiscovery - news
A 'Ryeteous' and Powerful Pour: Frey Ranch Uncut Rye Whiskey
The palate is delightfully sweet, candied even, with bubble gum, mint, lemon and orange rinds and white pepper roaming about and stalking your tastebuds. Along with its pleasant proof-warmth come bright, vibrantly fruity flavors that shift between tropical and stone fruits.
by Steve Coomes32 viewsrye-whiskey-reviewsbottlefrey-ranch-cask-strength-rye-whiskey - news
Whiskey Prices Per Bottle
I have received a lot of responses on my blogs about the prices of whiskey per bottle lately. I thought I would write something about the pricing of bottles here rather than answer the comments. Whiskey pricing has gone up... Continue Reading →
by Michael R. Veach6 viewswhiskey-thoughtshow-much-should-a-bottle-of-whiskey-costwhiskey-prices - news
Piemonte Pairing Experience 2026: l’eccellenza dei vini di Langa incontra i sapori del territorio. Gli appuntamenti dal 26 aprile al 27 settembre
Piemonte Pairing Experience 2026: dal 26 aprile al 27 settembre, prende il via un ciclo di eventi esclusivi dedicati alla valorizzazione del territorio. Con il ritorno della bella stagione, la Strada del Barolo e grandi vini di Langa propone un calendario di degustazioni guidate con abbinamenti fra i migliori vini di Langa e alcuni prodotti […] L'articolo Piemonte Pairing Experience 2026: l’eccellenza dei vini di Langa incontra i sapori del territorio. Gli appuntamenti dal 26 aprile al 27 settembre proviene da insidewine .
by Francesca Maisano14 viewseventi-enogastronomici - news
New Zealand Pinot Noir 2026 – Vertdevin
New Zealand Pinot Noir is now recognized as one of the most promising in the world. From Martinborough to Central Otago, discover the regions, styles, and fascinating history of this exceptional grape variety inspired by Burgundy.
by Lola Mulard37 viewsnewsata-rangiburgundycentral-otagogrape-varietiesinternational-wines - news
Surrey Hills Wine Week 2026 launches to celebrate locally produced wine
The Vineyards of the Surrey Hills announced the launch of the very first Surrey Hills Wine Week, showcasing the best of English wine through a unique programme of events. The post Surrey Hills Wine Week 2026 launches to celebrate locally produced wine appeared first on Fruit & Vine .
by Aleksandra Cupriak7 viewsvine - news
First look at Tiny Giants Brewing debut in Northeast Portland
Tiny Giants Brewing is growing, one of our most anticipated new Oregon breweries or taprooms of 2026 has opened their first brick-and-mortar location in Portland’s Woodlawn neighborhood at 6719 NE 18th Ave. Founded by former Fracture Brewing head Brewer and Cascade Brewing alumni Steve Beaudoin, Tiny Giants first launched one-year-ago initially producing all of their beers at the no longer in use Gorges Brewing location at 2705 SE Ankeny. The time between securing their own location paid off in establishing their brand in the local market with 16oz cans and draft distributed through Day One Distro. The new permanent Tiny Giants location has a colorful open floor plan taproom shared with a 10-barrel brewing system just behind the bar. While the brewhouse is still being piped and fully installed, when up and running Beaudoin and his team that includes brewer Morgan Clark, have goals to produce about 1,000 barrels annually. Tiny Giants location in the Woodlawn neighborhood may be fa
by Ezra Johnson-Greenough16 viewsindustry-newsnew-brewerygrand-opening - news
Understanding acidity in wine
Every successful band has an unsung hero. These artists rarely seize the limelight, but they’re always working hard behind the scenes, and they’re instrumental to the band’s sound. Examples include Rolling Stones co-founder Ian Stewart, Pink Floyd guitarist Richard Wright and Malcolm Young of AC/DC. They never received the public acclaim given to the likes of Mick Jagger and Keith Richards, but they’re the glue that held their bands together. Acidity plays a similar role in wine. The other key characteristics - alcohol, body, sweetness and tannin - get all the attention, whereas acidity rarely enjoys the credit it deserves. Its work is more subtle, but it’s just as important in shaping how a wine feels, tastes and ages. Many people overlook acidity, and others misunderstand it, confusing it with bitterness or high levels of alcohol. Truly understanding acidity in wine will make you a better taster, so we’ve explained how it works and why it matters. Why acidity matters in wine Acidity
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Top 10 Champagne Export Markets 2025
The top 10 export markets for Champagne (by volume) in 2025 were led by the USA and the UK, which together consume a massive portion of exported bottles. The United States continues to be the largest market for Champagne in the world, and despite a slight downturn in the US compared to 2024, demand remains…
by Champagne Bureau UK11 viewschampagne-news - news
The crawl of Rome
In an age of beery uncertainty -- when the consensus of the craft era is, if not completely dismantled, then at least creaking with important bits falling off -- it's nice that some certainties remain. I've developed a newfound appreciation of the beers and bars I discovered in the early years of this blog, and before, which are still operating despite the barbarians being inside the gates. So it was especially pleasing to arrive into Rome and find that two of its fondly-remembered institutions are still going, same as ever. Open Baladin is one of them. I first visited this outpost of the Piedmontese brewery in 2014 , and was impressed. The place has rather more of a worn-in look now (don't we all?) but the range of beers is still excellent. I started with Alla Ceca , a Czech-style lager and indeed a collaboration with the Budvar people, who do seem to be getting around a bit these days. Their international collaborations never seem to be as good as the original, however, and this was
by noreply@blogger.com (The Beer Nut)18 viewsalla-cecaalmyrosbruin-ramasinbrunecorva-neraepic-lava - news
It’s the price, stupid
The week in Provence had begun shakily. Pounding rain and fierce Mistral on the drive up had lent a dreary start. But, it was a surprise hit of fierce allergies mixed with a very unfortunate breakfast at a hotel in Vaison-la-Romaine that stuck with me for all the wrong reasons which were making for a less-than-pleasing week in what is normally my favorite part of France. As the week rolled on, I just wanted a nice, menu de midi at a pleasant, normal restaurant. No emulsions, no deconstructions, no petit […] For full access, please log in or purchase a subscription.
by Miquel Hudin22 viewsessaysfrench-winesprovencetavel - news
Hello Ninhao: ‘America’s First Chinese Only Wine Menu’
Chinese restaurant Ninhao in New York has launched what it bills as the first U.S. wine menu focused solely on Chinese brands. Based in Brooklyn, ...
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