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Archive for April, 2016

Be Bordô

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Stephane Quien Wine & Spirits announced the official U.S. launch of Be Bordô, a new line of Bordeaux wines.  Read more

News from Wine Institute: Small Irrigation Pond Registration Program Bill Advances

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On March 29, AB 1704 (Dodd) passed out of the Assembly Water, Parks, and Wildlife Committee on an 11-1 vote. Read more

A Chat with 2015’s Winery of the Year

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Lodi-based Michael David Winery was named this year's winery of the year at the Unified Wine Symposium by Gomberg, Fredrikson and Associations [see WSD 02-01-2016]. In 2015, the winery's volumes grew 28% and its flagship brand 7 Deadly Zins saw a 15% s... Read more

E&J Gallo’s Viniq Glow – Product Launch

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E&J Gallo has added a new flavour extension to its Viniq "shimmery" vodka and Moscato blended liqueur. Read more

Wally’s Puts Auctions On Hold While It Looks For A Partner, Reports Wine Spectator

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Wally’s Wine Auctions, the young auction division of Los Angeles retailer Wally’s Wine & Spirits, has suspended sales for the time being while it discusses partnering with a major international auction house, Wine Spectator has learned. The company postponed a … Continue reading

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How a strong sustainability position can mitigate risk – Sustainability Spotlight

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Spread over two parts this week, just-drinks' latest Sustainability Spotlight sees Ben Cooper consider what is motivating companies to adopt sustainable business practices, and suggest that switching the focus from negative consequences to positive impacts is to be welcomed. Read more

Ste. Michelle Debuts Intrinsic, An “Extreme Extended Maceration” Wine

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Ste. Michelle Wine Estates is hitting the market with its latest new product, an upscale Washington Cabernet called Intrinsic, characterized by “extreme extended maceration.” Featuring a label designed by Brooklyn street artist Zimer, Intrinsic is launching nationally at around $22 … Continue reading

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News Briefs for April 5, 2016

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•E.&J. Gallo has added a new edition to its fast-rising Viniq liqueur range with the launch of Viniq Glow, a blend of vodka and Moscato with hints of peach and apricot. Glow joins the grapefruit-flavored Ruby and the core offering … Continue reading

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Craft Brewing and Distilling News for April 5, 2016

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•New Belgium Brewing has begun production at its new 500,000-barrel, 127,000-square-foot brewery in Asheville, North Carolina. The craft brewer’s Asheville site will focus mainly on producing flagship label Fat Tire Amber Ale, with production of other brews ramping up according … Continue reading

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Is the wine industry guilty of talking only to itself? – Comment

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As long-standing a wine commentator as Chris Losh has seen trends come and go. But, how successful has the wine category been at following - or even setting - these trends? Read more