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2018 Troon Vineyard Whole Cluster Estate Syrah, Kubli Bench (Applegate Valley, Oregon)

2018 Troon Vineyard Whole Cluster Estate Syrah, Kubli Bench (Applegate Valley, Oregon).   Woody, earthy, spicy nose….dark fruits like blackberry and plum with a nutmeg/cinnamon and a little pepper spice on the palate and finish.   Beautiful!   Received as a sample. retail $45. -B

January 17, 2021 | Filed under Uncategorized | Read More

JANUARY 15, 2021 – WINE NEWS FETCH

TOP NEWS Williams Selyem deal aims to avoid a soulless private equity future (possible paywall) Napa and Willamette Suffer Poor 2020 Vintage Wine prices 2021 will defy the law of supply & demand Where are the diverse voices in Bordeaux wine? Popular vineyard organic weed-control product found to include banned chemicals (possible paywall) As 2021 […]

January 15, 2021 | Filed under News Briefs | Read More

Larkmead Vineyards Receives Resolution In Recognition of Legacy

NEWS RELEASE   California Legislature Honors Larkmead Vineyards for 125th Anniversary and Numerous Achievements in the Napa Valley   Calistoga, Calif. January 14th, 2021 – Larkmead Vineyards is honored to announce that they have been awarded a Resolution from the California Legislature. Authored by the Honorable Bill Dodd of the 3rd Senatorial District and Cecila […]

January 15, 2021 | Filed under Uncategorized | Read More

2019 Troon Vineyard Côtes du Kubli Blanc (Applegate Valley, Oregon)

2019 Troon Vineyard Côtes du Kubli Blanc (Applegate Valley, Oregon)   42% Viognier, 35% Marsanne, 23% Roussanne   Honeysuckle and floral notes jump right out of the glass….a rich mouthfeel incorporates flavors like honey and candied pear.   Delicious!   Received as a sample from the winery. Suggested retail $35. -B

January 14, 2021 | Filed under Uncategorized | Read More

JANUARY 14, 2021 – WINE NEWS FETCH

TOP NEWS Boom Times May Be Ahead for US Wine industry Owner of Williams Selyem winery in Healdsburg sells minority stake to French wine family How will the rise of e-commerce impact wine format packaging? See how Phase 2 Cellars streamline systems and provide exceptional customer service. (Sponsored link) ICYMI (IN CASE YOU MISSED IT) […]

January 14, 2021 | Filed under News Briefs | Read More

Les Dames d’Escoffier New York Webinar Focuses on Confronting Harassment in the Hospitality Industry

NEWS RELEASE   January 12, 2021, NEW YORK, NY–More sexual harassment claims in the U.S. are filed by restaurant employees than workers in any other industry with as many as 90% of women and 70% of men in the sector reported experiencing some form of sexual harassment.   On Tuesday, January 19, 2021, at 12:00 […]

January 14, 2021 | Filed under Uncategorized | Read More

JANUARY 13, 2021 – WINE NEWS FETCH

TOP NEWS Premium Wineries Sustain Pre-Tax Profits Despite Lower 2020 Sales Growth: SVB Wine Industry Report Impact Databank: Spurred By Off-Premise Surge, U.S. Wine Market Rises By An Estimated 2% In 2020 Wine.com sales surpass $300 million in 2020 Wine packaging and the rise of e-commerce Jack Daniel’s Not Amused by Dog Toy Decision Bordeaux-ver […]

January 13, 2021 | Filed under News Briefs | Read More

Allied Grape Growers Hires Michael Haddox as Manager of Central Coast Operations

NEWS RELEASE   FRESNO, Jan. 12, 2021 – Allied Grape Growers (AGG) has named Michael Haddox as its manager of Central Coast operations. The newly-created position expands AGG’s managerial grape sales team, which currently consists of positions in the North Coast, North Valley and Central Valley.   In his new role, Haddox will oversee business […]

January 13, 2021 | Filed under Uncategorized | Read More

Distinguished Vineyards & Wine Partners Appoints Michael Cerio as Vice President of Operations

NEWS RELEASE   NAPA VALLEY, Calif. – January 12, 2021 – Distinguished Vineyards & Wine Partners (DVWP) is excited to announce the appointment of Michael Cerio to the position of vice president of operations. A highly respected industry leader, with two decades of high-level, wine-focused operations experience, Cerio will be responsible for overseeing operations for […]

January 13, 2021 | Filed under Uncategorized | Read More

2019 Castellano Pinot Grigio (delle Venezie, Italy)

2019 Castellano Pinot Grigio (delle Venezie, Italy)   Pale straw color….juicy floral nose….pear, melon, apple, with a nice slate finish.   Easy drinking!   Purchased on sale for $9.99 (originally $14.99) from Great Grapes in Cary, NC). -B

January 12, 2021 | Filed under Uncategorized | Read More