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Archive for December, 2017

Tax Cut on Alcohol is Part of the $1.5 Trillion Senate Plan

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The measure to chop taxes on small beer, wine and whiskey producers now moves on to the conference committee. Read more

The Refreshing Variety of the New Loire Valley

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There's more to France than Bordeaux and Burgundy. Be it Muscadet or Pinot Noir from Sancerre, the Loire Valley is a wealth of under-the-radar gems. Read more

RNDC, Breakthru Brass Talk Merger Plans

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One of the biggest news stories of the year is that Republic National Distributing Co. and Breakthru Beverage Group have agreed to combine forces in 2018 [see WSD 11-20-2017]. The new mega distributor will span 30 markets and be worth around $12 billion. Read more

48 Hours in Seattle

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In the newest episode, Executive Editor Susan Kostrzewa explores this city’s unique wine, food and cocktail experiences, interviewing bartenders and restaurateurs, and spotlighting cultural gems along the trail. Read more

Davis Bynum, Champion of Pinot Noir, Dead at Age 92

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Davis Bynum was an ex-newspaper reporter who became a winemaker in his 40s. Read more

Grapes & Greens Portfolio Tasting

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On October 17th, Grapes & Greens hosted their Fine Wine Portfolio Tasting and Food Extravaganza at Black Barn in Manhattan. […]

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Retailers Alliance 48th Dinner Dance

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On October 10th, Retailers Alliance hosted their 48th Annual Dinner Dance at the Pierre Hotel in New York City. The […]

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Intrinsic, A New Washington Wine From Ste. Michelle, Is Ramping Up For Growth

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In the first quarter of 2016, Ste. Michelle Wine Estates launched Intrinsic ($22), an upscale Cabernet Sauvignon from Washington’s Columbia Valley with a unique production process. Intrinsic got off to a strong start, with the inaugural 2014 vintage fi... Read more

Foglio, Berry Bros. Increase Stake In Anchor Distilling As Greggor Departs

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Anchor Distilling co-owner Keith Greggor has agreed to sell his shares in Anchor Distilling to partners Tony Foglio and Berry Bros. & Rudd. Financial details were undisclosed. Foglio and Greggor, two former Skyy Spirits executives, acquired Anchor ... Read more

News Briefs for December 4, 2017

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•With the holiday season fast upon us, Johnnie Walker, Jameson, Teeling, Bowmore and others have new specialty whiskies hitting the market. Whisky Advocate takes a closer look at the robust slate of newcomers in its latest installment of Whisky Weekend... Read more