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All that and more, in this edition of This Week Uncorked
The Drinks Business – The best wines from the Global Chenin Blanc Masters 2024
The article highlights the top 19 wines from the Global Chenin Blanc Master 2024 tasting. Priced from $20 to $90 USD these are the best of the best from the competition. We love Chenin Blanc, and if you try some of these, I’m pretty sure you will as well. The complete list of all the medallists can be found here.
The Drinks Business – Why vintners are pampering their yeasts
So, do yeasts have feelings too? Evidently some winemakers think so. And the author concludes that:
“Wine is alive, and it reacts to the way it’s treated. Not so alive that you have to feel any ethical quandaries drinking it, but alive enough to benefit from the occasional Gregorian chant or pep talk.”
WineBusiness – TikTok Part 2: One Winery’s Journey and Tips on Getting Started
If you’re ready to start advertising your wine on Tik Tok, this is a followup article/interview with Andrea Cromaz from Riboli Family Wines, who has been using Tik Tok since the platform opened up to alcoholic beverages.
It does seem like they may be a good fit as they make 7 Million Cases a year in the $12 price range.
I don’t think we’ll see Opus One or Screaming Eagle advertising on TikTok anytime soon.
San Francisco Chronicle – Napa Valley on $200 a day: A local’s guide
Jess Lander has a nice write up on how to have a day trip to Napa for $200. This may seem like a lot, but with the average wine tasting in Napa coming in at $75, things can get pricy fast.
Decanter – A preview of the Napa 2021 Vintage Report
While the 2023 vintage is described in Napa as the ‘best vintage in the last 50 years,’ the 2021 wines currently available are proving to be classics.
There are a lot articles raving about 2021, so get them while you can!
We gave 95Pts to this 2021 Napa Cab!
Guide to Opus One Winery: A Deep Dive into Napa’s Most Luxurious Wine Tasting Experience
The most unique wine tasting experience in Napa Valley is at Opus One Winery. Uncover the art of Bordeaux blends, breathtaking architecture, and a wine experience like no other.
Exploring Opus Overture: Napa Valley’s Accessible Luxury Wine
Want to experience the legendary Opus One style at a more accessible price point? Look no further than Opus One Overture, a second label wine that offers a harmonious blend of tradition, luxury, and exceptional winemaking.
Campo at Los Poblanos: Where Local Flavors and Fine Wines Shine
Discover Albuquerque’s Campo restaurant, where the charm of the Los Poblanos Historic Inn & Organic Farm meets the sophistication of an award-winning wine list and a menu brimming with fresh, local ingredients. Perfect for any special occasion, Campo’s farm-to-table approach promises an unforgettable dining experience that dazzles the senses and delights the palate
Unfortunately, in the state of New Mexico it is illegal for restaurants to allow guests to bring alcohol onto their premises.
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