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Mas des Infermières: The Luberon Through the Director’s Eye of Ridley Scott

Wine Paris has a way of flattening everything into noise. Stand after stand, region after region, the days take the... Continue reading The post Mas des Infermières: The Luberon Through the Director’s Eye of Ridley Scott comes from AlexWine .

Behind the Cork™ - Rombauer Zinfandel

2018 Rombauer Zinfandel ($42) Koerner and Joan Rombauer established Rombauer Vineyards in 1980, and in 1984 they released their first California-style Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon wines. One interesting note about the Rombauer family is that Koerner’s great aunt Irma Rombauer wrote the internationally renowned cookbook, The Joy of Cooking. This Zinfandel is a blend of 93% Zinfandel and 7% Petite Sirah. The grapes were sourced from El Dorado (42%), Amador County (32%), Lake County (17%), Napa (6%), and Lodi (3%). They were hand-picked and sorted. The wine making process included a cold soak for color extraction followed by fermentation in tanks and finishing for 16 months in a combination of French and American oak (10% new American oak). This 2018 Rombauer Zinfandel is deep ruby in color with aromas of black fruit and spices. On the palate, this full-bodied wine has rich, jammy dark fruit flavors of blackberry and boysenberry with notes of vanilla from the oak aging. It finishes s

The Thrilling Return of Yuengling Phillies Lager 2026: An Interstellar Report

Greetings, sentient beings of the Milky Way and beyond. As a senior correspondent for the Galactic Observer, I have been tasked with analyzing the latest human obsession: the Yuengling Phillies Lager 2026 limited-edition release. I’ve spent many solar cycles attempting to decipher the complex social hierarchies and nutritional rituals of the bipedal inhabitants of Earth.... The post The Thrilling Return of Yuengling Phillies Lager 2026: An Interstellar Report appeared first on Beer Alien .

Elijah Craig Releases First 15-Year-Old Single-Barrel Bourbon at 108 Proof

Elijah Craig is adding to its single barrel expressions with a 15-year-old bourbon, the brand announced today. The release comes in at 108 proof, or 54 percent ABV, making it the second-highest in the current lineup behind the 124.2 proof Elijah Craig Barrel Proof. With its higher-proof option, the brand wants to cater to consumers with complex, robust palates, according to the release. The article Elijah Craig Releases First 15-Year-Old Single-Barrel Bourbon at 108 Proof appeared first on VinePair .

Spring 2026 Premium Italian Wine Club Profiles

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Spring 2026 Essential Italian Wine Club Profiles

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Una comunicazione enoica (e non solo) fuorviata dalla crisi del giornalismo e dalla negatività di “titolisti” da clickbait e shallow reading

La comunicazione odierna sembra sempre più una gara di titoli e sempre meno di contenuti. L’articolo diventa un dettaglio secondario: ciò che conta davvero è l’amo del clickbait, spesso costruito per provocare o distorcere più che per informare. L'articolo Una comunicazione enoica (e non solo) fuorviata dalla crisi del giornalismo e dalla negatività di “titolisti” da clickbait e shallow reading proviene da Wine Blog Roll - Il Blog del Vino Italiano .

(Another!) New Book: Unlearning Wine (Busting Up the Wine Myths That Refuse to Die)

At this point, I think that we can call me categorically insane, because I felt compelled to write yet another goddamned book! The story unfolded something like this… I was thinking about the myth of “good” vs. “bad” wine that is the crux of the second chapter of my 2025 book How to WIN at […] Source

Easter Brunch Mimosa Mocktail

Enjoy an Easter Brunch Mimosa Mocktail made with non-alcoholic champagne, orange juice, and carrot juice! A festive, fun and alcohol-free si

Château Le Cap 2022

Inky dark in color with a mild nose. On the mid palate the wine displays some dark cherries, and dark chocolate notes. On the medium length finish the wine displays some firm tannins and acidity, not by any means harsh, … Continue reading →

Wat is een goede prijs voor champagne?

Wat is een goede prijs voor champagne? Ontdek vanaf welke prijs echte champagne begint en waar je op moet letten voor de beste keuze.

Absinthe: Effects, Myths, and the Truth About Hallucinations

Absinthe: Effects, Myths, and the Truth About Hallucinations Absinthe has long been surrounded by mystery, myth and artistic romance. Known historically as La Fée Verte, the Green Fairy it has been credited with inspiring creativity, provoking madness and even causing hallucinations. Writers, painters and poets of the nineteenth century praised its intoxicating allure, while critics blamed it for social decline and mental instability. But how much of that reputation is actually true? Today, with better scientific understanding and greater historical research, we know that much of absinthe’s notoriety was built on exaggeration, poor-quality imitations and misunderstanding. Authentic absinthe is not a hallucinogenic drug. Its effects come primarily from alcohol, but its character and experience are shaped by a unique combination of herbs, aroma, ritual, dilution and preparation. That is the real story of absinthe. What Is Absinthe? Absinthe is a high-proof distilled spirit traditionally

1689 Dutch Orange Gin

1689 Dutch Orange Gin (40% ABV) brings a 17th-century recipe back to life with vibrant citrus flavor. See tasting notes, perfect serves & reviews.

Goslings Spirited Seas Ocean Aged Rum

Paul Senft reviews Goslings Spirited Seas Ocean Aged Rum in the "Angel's Share" section of the March 2026 issue of "Got Rum?" magazine.

Easter in Stellenbosch

As autumn settles gently over the Cape Winelands, Stellenbosch transforms into a golden-hued escape—where vineyard rows glow amber, the air turns crisp, and long lunches stretch lazily into the afternoon. Easter in Stellenbosch is not just a weekend; it’s a feeling. A time for togetherness, indulgence, and creating those slow, meaningful moments that linger long […] The post Easter in Stellenbosch appeared first on Wine in the Cape .

Revisiting Raffaldini Vineyards

In this episode, we’re revisiting Raffaldini Vineyards in Ronda, NC! This year marks the 25th anniversary of Raffaldini’s founding. We sit down with Jay Raffaldini to reflect on how the winery has evolved from its earliest days and what lies ahead for the next quarter century. We first interviewed Jay back in season 1, andContinue reading →

The problem with your trade shop solution

You’ve set up a digital trade store, only to see a handful of existing trade buyers ordering through it. Buyers continue to place orders across multiple channels (e.g. email, text, WhatsApp), leaving you and your team with an admin nightmare. Here, Tom Paton from Orderlinks explores this problem and how breweries can automate all aspects...

Second spoonful

On Monday I started my epic quest through the beers of the JD Wetherspoon Spring Beer Festival, which finished at the weekend. Today's set picks up where we were, at Keavan's Port. The taps had turned over a couple of days after I had last been in, and next up was  Yard Work , designed, presumably, as a refresher, at 3.6% ABV. There's no lack of complexity, however, and though it looks a pale innocent gold, it's packed with bright sharp lemon hop bitterness, plus a harder waxy kick beneath it. It's remarkably full-bodied for the strength, almost syrupy, and there's a honeyish malt flavour to balance the hops. All told, it's a very good sessioner, not wildly dissimilar to the brewery flagship, Trinity. I don't get to drink a lot of Redemption beers, but it seems like quality at a low strength is something at which they excel. Saltaire is another seldom-seen English brewery round here, and they've brought another golden ale:  Elderflower Blonde , slightly stronger at 4% ABV. Th

【 Review 】Furano FOR DISCUSSION (Akkeshi Distillery)

Akkeshi Distilled, Furano Aged Whisky is now on sale. Here’s a review and overview of this ultra-limited edition product. Although Kenten Jitsugyo has recently announced the construction of the Furano Distillery, the Aging Cellar has actually been in existence for some time. This release features a single cask of whisky made from spirit distilled in […]

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Wine’s Third Wave

We may surmise that the Iran war’s impact on the wine trade is unlikely to be uppermost in the minds of Tehran or Dubai residents. Nevertheless, this economic shock will be real. Inflation soared and glass prices skyrocketed when Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022; worse will likely happen now that Gulf oil and gas are […]

Beer Lovers Can Build a Small Homebrewing Space with These Smart Strategies

Home brewing is the practice of making beer at home using controlled fermentation, precise measurements, and repeatable processes. For beer enthusiasts, creating a small-scale home brewing space is about more than convenience—it’s about supporting experimentation, maintaining quality, and building a workflow that produces consistent results. Whether you’re brewing your first pale ale or refining a […] The post Beer Lovers Can Build a Small Homebrewing Space with These Smart Strategies first appeared on GreatBeerNow.com .

Galaxy Forensics with A/Prof Dr Elisabete da Cunha | Astrophiz #230

Listen: https://soundcloud.com/astrophiz/elisabete230v Summary:“Galaxy Forensics and Evolution”Uncover the hidden histories of the universe in this Astrophiz episode ‘Galaxy Forensics‘, where we join Dr. Elisabete da Cunha to decode the starlight of the distant past. From her early days gazing up at the stars as a child in Portugal to becoming a world leader in extragalactic astronomy, […] The post Galaxy Forensics with A/Prof Dr Elisabete da Cunha | Astrophiz #230 appeared first on Astrophiz: The Astronomy and Astrophysics Podcast .

Governor Spanberger Announces 2026 Virginia Governor’s Cup Winner: Valley Road Vineyards’ 2023 Cabernet Franc Reserve

March 12, 2026 – During the annual Virginia Wine Governor’s Cup Gala at the Main Street Station, Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger announced that Valley Road Vineyards of Afton had won the 2026 Virginia Wine Governor’s Cup competition with their 2023 Cabernet Franc Reserve. Following multiple rounds of rigorous blind tasting by nationally recognized wine professionals, […]