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Sonoma County Vintners Foundation Announces $1 Million Community Grant Distribution to Support Pandemic Relief

NEWS RELEASE   SANTA ROSA, Calif. (July 7, 2021) – Today, the Sonoma County Vintners Foundation announces a distribution of $1 million in Community Grants to 87 Sonoma County nonprofits that have been greatly impacted during the pandemic.   “We are honored to contribute to the incredible organizations that make Sonoma County an amazing place […]

July 8, 2021 | Filed under Uncategorized | Read More

Tooth & Nail Wine Co. Appoints Jim Blumling Chief Operating Officer

NEWS RELEASE   Paso Robles, CA – Jim Blumling has been appointed Chief Operating Officer of Tooth & Nail Wine Company, located along the popular Hwy. 46 West corridor in Paso Robles Wine Country. Blumling joins Tooth & Nail Wine Co. with a strong pedigree built on a track record of strong, consistent successes. Previously, […]

July 8, 2021 | Filed under Uncategorized | Read More

Azur Associates M&A and Business Consultancy Growth Continues, Adding Financial Professional Tracy Baron Garcia

NEWS RELEASE   NAPA, CA, July 7, 2021 – — Pat DeLong, founder of Napa Valley-based Azur Associates fine beverage advisory firm announced the addition of Tracy Baron Garcia to the team as Vice President, Finance & Strategy.   “Since we started our consultancy just two years ago, we’ve seen a tremendous demand for our […]

July 8, 2021 | Filed under Uncategorized | Read More

Shannon Family of Wines has Named Eric Hildreth as Winemaker for Super-Luxury Brands

NEWS RELEASE   Lower Lake, CA (July 7, 2021) – Shannon Family of Wines has announced the hiring of Eric Hildreth as Winemaker for their collection of super-luxury wine brands, including Ovis, 13 Rams, Giannecchini, and Mother Vine. Hildreth will report directly to Clay Shannon, Proprietor, effective immediately.   Prior to joining Shannon Family of […]

July 8, 2021 | Filed under Uncategorized | Read More

Wente Family Estates Announces New Sales Leaders

NEWS RELEASE   LIVERMORE VALLEY, CA—July 7, 2021 – Wente Family Estates, the longest continuously family-owned and operated winery in the country, is pleased to welcome Steve Rinn, Vice President Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits Division, and Kate Cavanaugh, Vice President National Accounts. “Wente Family Estates has experienced significant growth in the market over the […]

July 8, 2021 | Filed under Uncategorized | Read More

JULY 7, 2021 – WINE NEWS FETCH

TOP NEWS Claims of California North Coast wine grape smoke damage head to court How Do Women Connect in a Changing Wine Industry? WSTA calls for return of ‘zero for zero’ Bourbon tariffs while warning about wine duties Dr. Greg Jones, Director of Linfield University’s Evenstad Center for Wine Education resigns Americans are quitting jobs […]

July 7, 2021 | Filed under News Briefs | Read More

2020 Casal de Ventozela /vē-vē/ Vinho Verde Rosé (Portugal)

2020 Casal de Ventozela /vē-vē/ Vinho Verde Rosé (Portugal)   100% Espadeiro grapes. Sustainably farmed.   Orangey/pink in color…bright red fruits and herbs, with a refreshing effervescence that hits the spot!   Yum!   Purchased on sale for $13.99 (originally $17.99) from Great Grapes in Cary, NC. -B

July 6, 2021 | Filed under Uncategorized | Read More

JULY 6, 2021 – WINE NEWS FETCH

TOP NEWS Wine Demand is Turning Negative, Defying Good News Supreme Court Petitioned on Wine Shipping California Wine Country Faces One Burning Question [paywall?] The importance of being Champagne North Coast grape harvest nears with smaller crop amid challenges of drought, wildfires Northern California wineries, farmers vie for FAIR share of wildfire insurance coverage Bye, […]

July 6, 2021 | Filed under News Briefs | Read More

JULY 2, 2021 – WINE NEWS FETCH

TOP NEWS Plans Afoot for Postal Wine Delivery Pacific Northwest Wineries Are Shaking Off the Extreme Heat Wave, But Are Worried What It Means for the Industry’s Future The labor shortage isn’t real — it’s a wage and benefits problem CORRECTION: A headline in yesterday’s News Fetch confused TPG Capital & TSG Consumer Partners. They […]

July 2, 2021 | Filed under News Briefs | Read More

Blood Orange IPA from Tommyknocker Brewery + Pub in Idaho Springs, Colorado

Blood Orange IPA from Tommyknocker Brewery + Pub in Idaho Springs, Colorado   Last night of a long, lovely vacation in the mountains of Colorado called for a local brew!   It’s like taking a big juicy bite of a blood orange followed by nicely balanced hops and spice. -B

July 1, 2021 | Filed under Uncategorized | Read More