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Fresh Up Your Life Campaign: A Flavorful Adventure with Fresh Fruits & Vegetables

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Thursday, August 31, 2023
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NEW YORK, Aug. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Prepare to be captivated by the world of fresh fruit and vegetables as we invite you to an exhilarating free webinar scheduled for August 31 at 4:00 PM. This event, hosted by Project - Fresh Up Your Life! (freshuplife.net), promises to be a deep dive into nutrition, mocktails, and culinary excellence, featuring an exciting lineup of experts and influencers in their fields.

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  • This event, hosted by Project - Fresh Up Your Life!
  • (freshuplife.net) , promises to be a deep dive into nutrition, mocktails, and culinary excellence, featuring an exciting lineup of experts and influencers in their fields.
  • Bringing health and taste to the forefront, the Fresh up Your Life Campaign proudly presents a webinar dedicated to exploring the incredible potential of fresh produce in all its glory.
  • From nutrition-packed recipes to the art of crafting refreshing mocktails, this event aims to inspire and educate participants about the diverse uses of fruits and vegetables.

Stellar Lineup of Chefs and Wine Experts Grows for Galveston Island Wine Festival at Moody Gardens

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Friday, July 14, 2023
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Galveston, Texas - July 13, 2023 – With each announcement of new additions to the 2023 Galveston Island Wine Festival lineup, anticipation for the Labor Day weekend festivities builds.

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  • Galveston, Texas - July 13, 2023 – With each announcement of new additions to the 2023 Galveston Island Wine Festival lineup, anticipation for the Labor Day weekend festivities builds.
  • Set against the picturesque backdrop of Moody Gardens, this year's festival promises to be a celebration of exceptional flavors, enticing aromas, and unforgettable experiences.
  • "We are delighted to welcome Chef James Lundy and Chef Paul Miller to this outstanding lineup of culinary talents for the Galveston Island Wine Festival," said John Zendt, CEO of Moody Gardens.
  • The 2023 Galveston Island Wine Festival is set to take place over Labor Day weekend at Moody Gardens.

MWWine School Expands Access to Wine Education in SLO County

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Thursday, June 29, 2023
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PASO ROBLES, Calif., June 29, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The MWWine School is now an Approved Program Provider for the globally recognized Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET) certifications in San Luis Obispo County and will be offering WSET® Level 1, 2 and 3 Award in Wines classes, live and in person, at Broken Earth Winery in Paso Robles starting in August 2023. The WSET courses are among the most prestigious wine industry qualifications in the world and are ideal for beginners, connoisseurs, and wine and food industry professionals.

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  • Now, with the MWWine School named a WSET Approved Program Provider in San Luis Obispo County, I am looking forward to further broadening access to wine knowledge for the region's community of industry professionals and wine enthusiasts," said Melanie Webber DipWSET, Director of The MWWine School.
  • The classes offer foundational principles for wine tasting, and wine and food pairing, as well as key knowledge about winemaking, viticulture, and the wine regions of the world.
  • Classes will be taught by MWWine School Director Melanie Webber DipWSET, a WSET certified wine educator.
  • Melanie holds the WSET Level 4 Diploma in Wine and Spirits, as well as the Wine Scholar Guild's (WSG) French Wine Scholar and Spanish Wine Scholar certifications.

CRŪ Winery welcomes Matt Mauldin as Sales Director - West

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Wednesday, June 28, 2023
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MADERA, Calif., June 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- CRŪ Winery is pleased to share Matt Mauldin has joined their growing winery sales team as Sales Director overseeing the West Coast.

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  • MADERA, Calif., June 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- CRŪ Winery is pleased to share Matt Mauldin has joined their growing winery sales team as Sales Director overseeing the West Coast.
  • In addition, Mauldin served on the sales leadership team and as a liaison to their West Coast distributor network.
  • Prior to his position at Miller Family Wine Company, Mauldin was the Wholesale Sales Manager/Regional Sales Manager for Zaca Mesa Winery & Vineyards.
  • The addition of Mauldin will allow Mick Roberts, Senior Sales Director, to continue expanding CRŪ Winery's distribution on the East Coast and internationally.

The Unfiltered Collection Appoints Eric Sothern as President of Global Sales

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Wednesday, June 21, 2023
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ST. HELENA, Calif., June 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Unfiltered Collection, the national sales division of JH Wine Consulting that builds and establishes distribution channels for high-quality, small-pro­duction winery brands from around the world, appointed Eric Sothern as President of Global Sales.

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  • ST. HELENA, Calif., June 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Unfiltered Collection, the national sales division of JH Wine Consulting that builds and establishes distribution channels for high-quality, small-pro­duction winery brands from around the world, appointed Eric Sothern as President of Global Sales.
  • Sothern will manage all client, wholesale partner and strategic relationships globally for each of The Unfiltered Collection wine brands.
  • Sothern will manage all client, wholesale partner and strategic relationships globally for The Unfiltered Collection.
  • A seasoned wine executive, Eric led sales and marketing efforts for Robert Sinskey Vineyards and the Bespoke Collection before spending six years as Commercial Director of Rhys Vineyards.

Sommelier Education Undergoes Transformation: SOMM Annual Report Reveals Surprising Trends and Challenges for the 21st Century

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Monday, May 22, 2023
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WASHINGTON, May 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SOMM , a leading sommelier education authority, has released its annual review of sommelier education with insights from top sommeliers, wine educators, and winemakers nationwide.

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  • WASHINGTON, May 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SOMM , a leading sommelier education authority, has released its annual review of sommelier education with insights from top sommeliers, wine educators, and winemakers nationwide.
  • In 2023, SOMM received 1148 experts serving as sommelier judges for the report.
  • This comprehensive view of the sommelier trade in the 21st century reveals some surprising trends and challenges.
  • The SOMM report provides a unique and insightful view into the world of sommeliers, their education, and certification.

Wines of Georgia Announces the Launch of the Georgian Wine Certification Program in Partnership with the Napa Valley Wine Academy

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Wednesday, March 29, 2023
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NEW YORK, March 29, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Wines of Georgia is proud to announce that the Georgian Wine Certification program, in partnership with the Napa Valley Wine Academy, has officially launched, and is excited to begin enrolling students in a first-of-its-kind free education program to become a Georgian wine expert. Wines of Georgia is the organization that represents and promotes the wines of the country of Georgia and is financed by the National Wine Agency of Georgia, which is a legal entity under the Ministry of Environmental Protection and Agriculture of Georgia, and the country's wineries.

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  • NEW YORK, March 29, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Wines of Georgia is proud to announce that the Georgian Wine Certification program, in partnership with the Napa Valley Wine Academy , has officially launched, and is excited to begin enrolling students in a first-of-its-kind free education program to become a Georgian wine expert.
  • The National Wine Agency-endorsed three-hour course will feature seven learning modules on Georgia and its wines, along with a final quiz that gives users access, once passed, to a Georgian wine certificate endorsed by the Georgian National Wine Agency.
  • A foundation in wine (Wine 201 or WSET Level 2) is recommended as a prerequisite before beginning the program.
  • Interested media, wine trade and wine-loving consumers can register to access the course at the Wine Certification Program page on the Wines of Georgia website.

Shaw-Ross International Importers Expands With New Hires And Promotions Nationwide

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Monday, February 27, 2023
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NEW YORK, Feb. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Shaw-Ross International Importers, one of the nation's leading importers in the beverage alcohol industry, announces the addition of five team members as well as three internal promotions, as a result of the company's rapid growth. Shaw-Ross currently boasts a portfolio of 39 domestic and international suppliers in both wine and spirits brands across the United States.

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  • Shaw-Ross currently boasts a portfolio of 39 domestic and international suppliers in both wine and spirits brands across the United States.
  • Scott Jove, who was appointed as Shaw Ross's President in January 2023, is embracing a strategic national expansion with a focus on premiumization.
  • Tim Steele to Texas Area Manager - Tim has over 20 years of experience working in the wine and spirits industry.
  • "Tom, Jim and Tim reflect our core values and dedication to this business, and we wouldn't be in expansion mode without them.

Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits Reopens Las Vegas Academy

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Monday, February 6, 2023
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Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits (Southern Glazer's)—the world’s preeminent distributor of beverage alcohol—today announced that it is reopening its renowned Las Vegas Academy , Southern Nevada’s top beverage education center, after temporarily suspending in-person instruction because of the pandemic in 2020.

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  • Southern Glazer's Wine & Spirits (Southern Glazer's)—the world’s preeminent distributor of beverage alcohol—today announced that it is reopening its renowned Las Vegas Academy , Southern Nevada’s top beverage education center, after temporarily suspending in-person instruction because of the pandemic in 2020.
  • The Academy returns with a full catalog of courses including its distinguished and comprehensive Academy of Spirits, Mixology and Fine Service.
  • The Academy has served Southern Nevada since 2000 and has been critical in training thousands of food and beverage specialists in Las Vegas.
  • Hospitality is the primary economic engine in Las Vegas and the Academy supports the industry by educating service professionals and preparing them for further certifications in wine and spirits.

Last call for wine producers to take part in 5StarWines & Wine Without Walls 2023

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Friday, February 17, 2023
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VERONA, Italy, Feb. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- 5StarWines & Wine Without Walls, the wine selection event organized by Veronafiere, will take place on 28-30 March in Verona, in the days immediately preceding Vinitaly 2023, one of the most important international wine fairs in the world. The three-day blind tasting concludes with the selection of the best wines that achieve a score of 90 and above, which are then promoted on the international stage. The deadline to register wines is 24 February 2023. Until then, online registration is open at: https://www.5starwines.it/registrazioni/?lang=en.

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  • Registration for the seventh edition of 5StarWines & Wine Without Walls, the prestigious international wine selection event organized by Veronafiere held on 28-30 March, will close on 24 February.
  • VERONA, Italy, Feb. 17, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- 5StarWines & Wine Without Walls, the wine selection event organized by Veronafiere, will take place on 28-30 March in Verona, in the days immediately preceding Vinitaly 2023, one of the most important international wine fairs in the world.
  • The deadline to register wines is 24 February 2023.
  • Participating in 5StarWines & Wine Without Walls and inclusion in the official guide, 5StarWines – the Book, is an unmissable opportunity for wineries.