Wine Enthusiast

Stop Drinking Badly Produced Vodka and Gin

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Tuesday, November 29, 2022
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Master Blender Mathias Tonnesson explains, "Purity Vodka is completely different.It's a vodka made in a new, modern way by refining the classic, artisanal distillation process.

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  • Master Blender Mathias Tonnesson explains, "Purity Vodka is completely different.It's a vodka made in a new, modern way by refining the classic, artisanal distillation process.
  • Gin based on badly produced vodka will always taste...well, bad.
  • Mathias ends, "So please, stop drinking badly produced vodka and gin.
  • Other accolades include Best Vodka in the World - Connoisseur 51 Reserve Organic Vodka , (IWSC); Gin of the Year - Purity Navy Strength Organic Gin (ISC); and International Vodka Producer of the Year (IWSC) plus over 200 gold medals in blind tasting competitions.

GAMING LEGEND AND HISTORY-MAKING MASTER DISTILLER CREATE BLACK STEEL BOURBON, SELL OUT IN 45 MINUTES

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Monday, November 21, 2022
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NEW YORK, Nov. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Last Thursday, Guy Beahm, the man behind gaming legend Dr DisRespect, announced the launch of Black Steel Bourbon, a premium Kentucky bourbon, created to bring together outstanding craft with a refreshingly untraditional spirit. Together with award winning and first female Master Distiller, they proved to the world what was missing in both the bourbon world and the gaming arena.

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  • Together with award winning and first female Master Distiller, they proved to the world what was missing in both the bourbon world and the gaming arena.
  • After Dr DisRespect introduced the brand on social, a frenzy of traffic crashed the Black Steel Spirits website and sold thousands of bottles in mere minutes.
  • In just 45 minutes from launch, all stock from their website, ReserveBar and Minibar Delivery were completely sold through.
  • The high-quality bourbon is the result of a partnership between Beahm, award winning Master Distiller Marianne Eaves, and H+S Labs.

Abruzzo, Italy Awarded "Wine Region of the Year" 2022 by Wine Enthusiast

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Friday, November 11, 2022
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ORTONA, Italy, Nov. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Ortona, Nov 11, 2022. Every year, Wine Enthusiast magazine rewards the most influential players in the Wine and Spirits industry with the Wine Star Awards throughout various categories. For "Wine Region of the Year 2022", Abruzzo won over Marlborough, New Zealand, Southern Oregon / Rogue Valley, Oregon, Uco Valley, Argentina and SLO Coast, California, thanks mainly to their "rich tradition steeped in innovation."

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  • With the Wine Star Award, Abruzzo is placed among the leading wine areas of the world.
  • ORTONA, Italy, Nov. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Ortona, Nov 11, 2022.
  • Every year, Wine Enthusiast magazine rewards the most influential players in the Wine and Spirits industry with the Wine Star Awards throughout various categories.
  • For "Wine Region of the Year 2022", Abruzzo won over Marlborough, New Zealand, Southern Oregon / Rogue Valley, Oregon, Uco Valley, Argentina and SLO Coast, California, thanks mainly to their "rich tradition steeped in innovation."

Albertsons Companies Toasts the Holiday Season with the Launch of Its Acclaimed Vinaforé™ Collection of Wines

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Thursday, November 10, 2022
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Albertsons Companies invites customers to toast this holiday season with its new, premium Vinafor Collection .

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  • Albertsons Companies invites customers to toast this holiday season with its new, premium Vinafor Collection .
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20221110005119/en/
    Albertsons Companies invites customers to toast this holiday season with its new, premium Vinafor Collection, curated by Curtis Mann, Master of Wine at Albertsons Cos. Photo courtesy: Albertsons Companies
    The Vinafor Collection was curated by Curtis Mann, Master of Wine at Albertsons Cos., in partnership with DC Flynt MW Selections and is already receiving acclaim.
  • Shoppers can learn more about the winemaking process, taste profile and origin of each varietal in the Vinafor Collection on the Albertsons Cos. banner website .
  • The new Vinafor Collection expands Albertsons Cos. Own Brands growing wine portfolio, which includes Signature Reserve , O Organics and Kalyana wines.

Kendall-Jackson's Head Winemaker Randy Ullom Honored as the 2022 American Wine Legend for Wine Enthusiast Wine Star Awards

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Thursday, November 3, 2022
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SONOMA COUNTY, Calif., Nov. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- As Kendall-Jackson celebrates its 40th anniversary, Head Winemaker Randy Ullom has been named Wine Enthusiast's "American Wine Legend" in the 23rd Annual Wine Enthusiast Wine Star Awards.

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  • SONOMA COUNTY, Calif., Nov. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- As Kendall-Jackson celebrates its 40th anniversary, Head Winemaker Randy Ullom has been named Wine Enthusiast's "American Wine Legend" in the 23rd Annual Wine Enthusiast Wine Star Awards.
  • The Wine Enthusiast Wine Star Awards have become one of the most revered global wine industry awards, given annually to commemorate influential members of the global wine, spirits and beverage industry.
  • Randy Ullom's distinction as "American Wine Legend" comes on the cusp of his 30th year at Kendall-Jackson and the winery's 40th anniversary.
  • Ullom will be honored as named Wine Enthusiast's "American Wine Legend" at the Wine Star Awards black-tie gala taking place in San Francisco, California in January 2023.

Daylight Wine & Spirits Brands Land 90+ Point Scores Across Entire Portfolio

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Wednesday, October 26, 2022
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SONOMA, Calif., Oct. 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Daylight Wine & Spirits, one of America's fastest growing independent wine and spirits companies, is backing up its commitment to excellence, earning accolades from the industry's most influential voices.

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  • SONOMA, Calif., Oct. 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Daylight Wine & Spirits , one of America's fastest growing independent wine and spirits companies, is backing up its commitment to excellence, earning accolades from the industry's most influential voices.
  • Daylight Wine and Spirits brands can be found in select retailers, restaurants and online partners nationwide.
  • For more information on Daylight Wine and Spirits, visit daylightwineandspirits.com and follow along on Instagram at @Drink Ammunition .
  • Since 2013, Andy Wahl and Bill Kerr, co-founders of Daylight Wine & Spirits, have focused on producing world class wines and spirits that resonate with real people.

5th Generation Winemaker Joe Wagner Releases 2014 Vintage Belle Glos Taylor Lane, a Bottle-Aged Pinot Noir from the New West Sonoma Coast AVA

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Thursday, October 20, 2022
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NAPA VALLEY, Calif., Oct. 20, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Joe Wagner, a fifth-generation winemaker and founder of Belle Glos, announces the release of its newest Taylor Lane vintage, 2014 Belle Glos Taylor Lane Pinot Noir (SRP: $199 in magnum size only). Belle Glos is known for making luxurious, terroir-driven Pinot Noirs from maritime-influenced vineyards in California. The sought-after Taylor Lane varietal infuses the best of Wagner's expertise in Pinot Noir and bold winemaking decisions by playing with the aging process to achieve balanced complexity revealed in softer, rounder fruit notes.

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  • Belle Glos is known for making luxurious, terroir-driven Pinot Noirs from maritime-influenced vineyards in California.
  • Adopting a new aging philosophy with the 2011 vintage, Wagner knew Taylor Lane Vineyard could produce exemplary West Sonoma Coast style Pinot Noir as long as he had the patience it needed before release.
  • Inspired by his grandmother, Lorna Belle Glos Wagner, Joe created Belle Glos in 2001 with a focus on vineyard-designated Pinot Noirs from California's best coastal regions.
  • The Belle Glos portfolio includes Clark & Telephone Pinot Noir, Dairyman Pinot Noir, Eulenloch Pinot Noir, Las Alturas Pinot Noir, Balade Pinot Noir, Taylor Lane Pinot Noir, Glasir Holt Chardonnay, and Oeil de Perdrix Pinot Noir Blanc de Noir.

What's the #1 Value Wine in the U.S.? Wine Enthusiast Says Highlands 41 "Black Granite" Red Blend

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Tuesday, October 18, 2022
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At $15 a bottle, and a score of 91 points, Black Granite gives wine lovers a delicious Paso Robles, California, red wine without a hefty price tag.

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  • At $15 a bottle, and a score of 91 points, Black Granite gives wine lovers a delicious Paso Robles, California, red wine without a hefty price tag.
  • Wine Enthusiast critic Matt Kettmann noted "This is a rather meaty, substantial wine for a fair price.
  • Aromas of boysenberry, elderberry, roast beef, and violet lead into a thick palate of cassis, more violet and pleasant mocha touches."
  • Highlands 41 is named for the historic Highway 41 that runs through California and the rugged Creston Highlands District of Paso Robles, CA.

Willamette Valley Vineyards Offers Preferred Stock Ownership Through TiiCKER for Limited Time

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Thursday, October 13, 2022
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Willamette Valley Vineyards has partnered with TiiCKER for several years to maximize its Preferred Stock Offering to fund growth while rewarding retail shareholders with unique rewards and perks ( www.TiiCKER.com/WVVIP ).

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  • Willamette Valley Vineyards has partnered with TiiCKER for several years to maximize its Preferred Stock Offering to fund growth while rewarding retail shareholders with unique rewards and perks ( www.TiiCKER.com/WVVIP ).
  • Individual investors in Willamette Valley Vineyards preferred stock enjoy discounts, owner-only experiences, exclusive access to new releases and the opportunity to take dividends in wine credit.
  • TiiCKER rewards shareholders in Willamette Valley Vineyards by granting unprecedented access to next-level perks, commission-free trading and customized content unique to their investment and lifestyle interests.
  • TiiCKER verifies ownership on behalf of company brand partners like WVVI and offers new ways to connect, engage and reward their owners.

Miller Family Wine Company's Nicholas Miller Named 2022 Wine Executive of the Year by Wine Enthusiast

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Wednesday, October 12, 2022
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SANTA MARIA, Calif., Oct. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Miller Family Wine Company is pleased to announce that Nicholas Miller has been named the 2022 'Wine Executive of the Year' in Wine Enthusiast's annual Wine Star Awards.

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  • SANTA MARIA, Calif., Oct. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Miller Family Wine Company is pleased to announce that Nicholas Miller has been named the 2022 'Wine Executive of the Year' in Wine Enthusiast's annual Wine Star Awards.
  • With nominations made across 15 different categories, Miller Family Wine Company's Nicholas Miller was one of six individuals from around the world to be in the running for Wine Executive of the Year.
  • Today, Wine Enthusiastannounced that Nicholas Miller has been named the 2022 Wine Executive of the Year, recognized for his leadership, vision and involvement in both his family's business and the Central Coast wine community.
  • "I was delighted to hear Nicholas won the Wine Star award for Wine Executive of the Year," says Alison Laslett, CEO of Santa Barbara Vintners Association.