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Richland Rum Expands Production, Warehousing and Hospitality Facilities. Georgia Based Artisan Rum Distiller Facilitates Growth.
The Richland Distilling Company – artisan crafters of Richland Rum opens new facilities in support of its continued growth. The expansion includes a barrel house and the Richland Rum Experience Center/Tasting Room. - November 26, 2013 - Richland Rum
San Diego Natives Set to Launch Kickstarter Campaign to Partially Fund the First Brewery and Tasting Room in June Lake, CA
The California town of June Lake, located just 15 minutes north of Mammoth Lakes, is known by many for its prime fishing, snowboarding, hiking and other outdoor activities. With the much anticipated re-opening of June Mountain this winter, one of the few things the town is missing is a community focal point where like-minded residents and visitors can trade stories of days spent outside, while at the same time sipping a pint of craft beer. June Lake Brewing will change that. - November 03, 2013 - June Lake Brewing
San Diego Cellars Opens First Urban Winery, Tasting Room and Kitchen in Little Italy
As the only winery operating in Downtown, San Diego Cellars will celebrate the culmination of the recent soft opening of its 2,100 square-foot location on November 9th, with a grand opening event featuring a variety of ultra-premium California wines and an innovative wine on tap program. - November 02, 2013 - San Diego Cellars
Homebrew Supply Store Gives Cheers to Five Years
Southern Brewing & Winemaking celebrates fifth year as Tampa’s largest homebrew supply shop. - October 25, 2013 - Southern Brewing & Winemaking
Olga Bussinello, Director of the Consorzio Valpolicella and Only Female in Italy to Hold the Role Awarded Women for Women Award by Italy Vini Buoni D'Italia Wine Guide
On 25th October, during the presentation of one of Italy's most well respected wine guides, the Vini Buoni d'Italia guide published by Touring, Olga Bussinello will be one of four women to receive an award. - October 14, 2013 - Consorzio Tutela Vini Valpolicella
Barossa Shiraz Beats World's Best
Gatt Shiraz Triumphs at International Wine and Spirit Competition. Highly awarded Barossa estate, Gatt Wines has triumphed again. 2008 Gatt Shiraz has been awarded the trophy for best syrah/shiraz at the International Wine and Spirits Competition (IWSC) in London. - October 12, 2013 - Gatt Wines
Pull the Cork on Cancer
Braman Winery to honor survivors, families, friends and supporters. - October 03, 2013 - Braman Winery
Oh! Mexico South Beach Receives Masterpiece Voodoo Tiki Tequila Collection and Gourmet Cocktails
South Beach’s most famous Mexican Restaurant, Oh! Mexico will feature Voodoo Tiki craft tequila and gourmet margaritas. Voodoo Tiki Traditional and infused tequilas will be available in tequila flights or exclusive cocktails on their newly created cocktail menu. Additionally, the extremely... - October 02, 2013 - Voodoo Tiki Tequila Corp.
The Wine Poste to Offer Special Wine Gift Baskets for the Holidays
Today the Wine Poste announced that it is partnering with Scardello Artisan Cheese and Dude, Sweet Chocolate to create memorable wine gift baskets for the holiday season. These wine gift baskets will feature some of the Wine Poste’s favorite hard-to-find highly rated wines, a Wine Poste gift... - September 24, 2013 - The Wine Poste, LLC
The Wine Poste Ships Hard-to-Find Wines Across Texas
Today the Wine Poste announced that it is about to resume shipping wines to consumers across Texas and beyond. During summer’s hottest months, the Wine Poste suspends wine shipping in order to protect the integrity of the wine. But now that we’re moving into late September and... - September 24, 2013 - The Wine Poste, LLC
Flash Foods Stores in Georgia Pick Up Stout21
Georgia convenience store chain, Flash Foods, picks up Stout Brewing Company's flagship brand, Stout21. - September 12, 2013 - Stout Brewing Company
High Eden Home of World's Top Riesling
Gatt Wines claim international Riesling trophy at Decanter World Wine Awards Boutique Eden Valley estate, Gatt Wines has attained top honours at the world’s foremost international wine competition. - September 10, 2013 - Gatt Wines
South African Wines, Including the Wines of Golf Legend Retief Goosen, Music and Cuisine Showcased at the South African Food & Wine Festival
The wines of golf legend Retief Goosen will be showcased at the 8th annual South African Food & Wine Festival, September 14th & 15th 2013 at Grayhaven Winery, Gum Spring, Virginia. The festival invites wine lovers, foodies and families to learn about South Africa through this two day... - August 30, 2013 - Grayhaven Winery
LocalBartendingSchool.com, a Local Start-up to Appear on TLC TV Show
Local Bartending School offers bartending training in over 1300 locations and was just filmed this week for a TV show on TLC. - August 29, 2013 - Local Bartending School
Handy Web Site Makes It Easy to Pair Great Food & Wine Thru Online Recipe Sharing
The pairing of wine and food has played a predominant role in how wine is enjoyed. In fact, it is said there is a science to it. But the folks at Robert Keenan Winery question those strict guidelines. Despite their reputation for being among Napa California's, if not the world's, best winemakers,... - August 19, 2013 - Robert Keenan Wineries
St. Florian's Brewery Celebrates 6th Month Anniversary by Releasing California Common
Owners proud to brew San Francisco Bay Area historical style beer. - August 08, 2013 - St. Florian's Brewery LLC
Richland Rum Expands Footprint in Tennessee
Clarksville, TN based Ajax Distributing Company Introduces Handcrafted Ultra-Premium Georgia Rum in NorthWest Tennessee. - August 08, 2013 - Richland Rum
Biotech Company and Craft Beer Association Partner to Advance Craft Beer Education
San Antonio’s newest biotech company, Alamo Yeast Labs, and local craft beer association, the San Antonio Cerveceros, have partnered to create a unique craft beer experience called: Brewatory. Brewatory is a taproom, laboratory and educational center dedicated to educating craft beer enthusiasts about the science behind brewing. - July 30, 2013 - Brewatory
Attimo Winery, LLC Will Host a Record Attempt for the Longest Toast Relay and a Record Attempt for the Most Uncorked Bottles of Wine
Attimo Winery attempts two (2) records on September 28 to support Auburn Elementary. - July 29, 2013 - Attimo Winery
Stout21 Expanding Markets Quickly
Stout Brewing Company's flagship brand, Stout21, is growing in the Southeast and expanding its markets quickly. - July 14, 2013 - Stout Brewing Company
Four Organic Wines Awarded Gold Medals by the Gilbert & Gaillard Wine Guide
The Vinos Cambronero, S.L. winery has again received further international recognition for its great work and significant commitment to organic quality in all its wines, with the recent attainment of four new gold medals. - July 12, 2013 - Vinos Cambronero, S.L.
Richland Distilling Company Launches Artisan Rum in Tennessee
Richland Rum - authentic, all natural, ultra premium rum, handcrafted in Georgia, will be available in select stores and bars in the Chattanooga area. - July 09, 2013 - Richland Rum
Overcoming Adversity and Achieving Small Business Success
Susie Hanson’s life changed forever in three days. After seven surgeries, corrective surgeries, physical therapy, and prosthetic rehabilitation, Susie has learned that trials and tribulations can be the pathway to life and business transformation. With assistance from several area agencies... - July 09, 2013 - Rockin Rooster Winery
Domaine Serene Takes All Six Top Spots in a Blind Tasting Against Some of Burgundy’s Finest
Is There a New Benchmark in World-Class Chardonnay? - July 01, 2013 - Domaine Serene
STOUT21 Returning to North Carolina
Stout Brewing Company will re-launch its product, Stout21, in the North Carolina market soon. The North Carolina ABC Commission’s decision in March to reject Stout21’s 3 oz. packaging was difficult to hear, but Stout21 took it as an opportunity to develop new packaging that the... - June 29, 2013 - Stout Brewing Company
12 Corners Vineyards Hosts Its Grand Opening Event on June 21, 2013
Summertime fun near the Lake Michigan shoreline will be even sweeter this year with the Grand Opening of 12 Corners Vineyards (Winery) located at 1201 North Benton Road, Benton Harbor, Michigan (196 exit 1). - June 21, 2013 - 12 Corners Vineyards
Wine Oh TV to Produce Video Series on Recent Trip to Italy
The new series will explore the wine, food, and culture of the Chianti Classico wine region in Tuscany. - June 15, 2013 - Wine Oh TV
MDG Spirits Will Hold a Husky Vodka Launch Party in Seattle, WA
At the Husky vodka event part of the proceeds from Husky vodka drinks will benefit Siberians Needing Owners http://www.siberiansneedingowners.org/, a rescue group for former sled Huskies. There will be dogs there early in the day for people to look at for adoption. Sports Bar Lucid Jazz Lounge (5241 University Way NE Seattle, WA 98105), June, 15th. All day from 11 am to 2 am. - June 14, 2013 - MDG Spirits
Dallas Wine Tours Launch to Rave Reviews
Owners of popular Grapevine Wine Tours bring successful model to Dallas. - June 10, 2013 - Grapevine Wine Tours, LLC
Klassen Wines Launches Big Mouth Chardonnay
As part of its 10th Anniversary Celebration, Calaveras County wine producer, Brian Klassen, introduces the newest addition to his signature wines, Big Mouth Chardonnay. “I can’t think of a better wine with which to commemorate our 10th Anniversary,” said Brian Klassen, Founder... - May 15, 2013 - Klassen Wines
The Wine Poste to Host Special Chef’s Dinner Featuring Driftwood’s Omar Flores
The Wine Poste invites Dallas diners to join its first Chef’s Dinner on June 3rd. Featuring the talented Chef Omar Flores of Driftwood, this elaborate feast will start with a sparkling wine reception. - May 15, 2013 - The Wine Poste, LLC
New Biotech Company Focusing on San Antonio’s Expanding Industry: Craft Beer
San Antonio’s newest biotech company, Alamo Yeast Labs, will be the first biotech company in Texas to service the craft beer industry and avid home brewers. Alamo Yeast Labs will premier its services during San Antonio Beer Week with a free seminar on brewing microbiology. - May 08, 2013 - Alamo Yeast Labs
The Wine Poste to Host Special Tasting of Gandona Wines
The Wine Poste is excited to host a special tasting with Gandona, one of California’s most celebrated new wineries. Gandona’s vintner, Manuel Pires, will be on hand to meet with attendees, sign bottles and discuss the two incredible Cabernet Sauvignons that he’s currently making. - April 30, 2013 - The Wine Poste, LLC
Michael Keenan Rocks Merlot-Cabernet with March Release of Awaited 2009 Mernet Reserve (93)
This month, Keenan Winery released the 11th vintage of its renowned Mernet Reserve. - April 27, 2013 - Robert Keenan Wineries
Sunrise Wines Hosts Spanish-Inspired Wine Dinner at The Matthews House on Thursday, April 25
Local Wine Importer Invites Public to Experience International Selections at Four-Course Outdoor Dinner Offering in Cary, N.C. - April 18, 2013 - Sunrise Wines
Gatt Wines Claims World's Best Wine
Gatt Wines claims number 1 wine and 2nd top winery in the world. - March 19, 2013 - Gatt Wines
Algodon’s Marcelo Pelleriti First Argentine Winemaker to Receive 100 Parker Points for Bordeaux Wine
Scott Mathis, Founder of Algodon Wine Estates, is pleased to announce that Marcelo Pelleriti, Algodon’s Senior Wine Advisor, received a perfect score from Robert Parker for his wine Chateau La Violette 2010, a Merlot made in Pomerol, where Pelleriti has worked since 2001. The winemaker also... - March 14, 2013 - Algodon Wine Estates
Vodquila and the 2013 Dan Lawson Band Tour Unite
Red Eye Louie’s Vodquila is excited to announce sponsorship of the 2013 Dan Lawson Band Tour during the Daytona Bike Week in Daytona, Florida, the spring and fall Thunder Beach Rallies in Panama City Beach, Florida, Sturgis Bike Week in Sturgis, South Dakota, and the Myrtle Beach Bike Week in... - March 10, 2013 - Vodquila LLC
Colio's Festival of Ice Warms Ontario Hearts
Following the success of previous years, Colio Estate Winery once again opened its doors to a rousing reception for the 13th annual Festival of Ice. - March 07, 2013 - Colio Winery
Studio Vino Celebrates 5 Year Wine-iversary
Local Tempe winery celebrates 5 year Wine-iversary. - February 27, 2013 - Studio Vino
Brewbies: Celebrating Women in Beer
A night at Capital Ale House featuring engaging conversation, live music, and of course great craft beer brewed by women. - February 22, 2013 - Capital Ale House
Clouds Rest Vineyards, in Petaluma, Welcomes Ilse Chun to Oversee Its Retail Sales Division
Clouds Rest, located in Petaluma, CA, best known for its Estate grown Pinot Noir hires wine country veteran, Ilse Chun to join their organization to oversee their retail sales division. - February 01, 2013 - Clouds Rest Vineyards
St. Florian's Brewery Taps Production in Sonoma County
5% Minimum of Brewery Profits Benefit Fire-Related & Community-Based Organizations - January 17, 2013 - St. Florian's Brewery LLC
Community Beer Company Announces Grand Opening Events for Dallas, TX-Based Brewery
Community Beer Company is pleased to announce the Grand Opening of its 21,000 square foot brewery, located in the heart of Dallas, TX. To celebrate the formal launch of operations, the company has also announced week-long events at local craft beer-centric establishments culminating with weekend... - January 11, 2013 - Community Beer Company
Wine Market Council Elects Dennis Cakebread as Board of Directors Chair, Releases Luxury Wine Market Research in Advance of Upcoming Conferences
Wine Market Council announced today that Dennis Cakebread has been officially elected as the chair of Wine Market Council’s board of directors. Xavier Barlier of Maisons Marques & Domaines/Roederer Estate, who served as Wine Market Council’s chair from 2010-2012, has been elected to the position of immediate past chair. Also, in advance of their upcoming 2013 Wine Market Council Research Conferences, the council also announced today several findings from their research on luxury wine buyers. - January 09, 2013 - Wine Market Council
Wine Stars World is a Success. A Selection of V&N Cellars Wines is Now Available in the UK Through One of the Leading Online Wine Retailers, SWIG.
SWIG has listed three V&N Barcelona wines available to be shipped to every corner of UK including Highlands and the Islands. The wines are V&N Garnatxa Blanca, “an eccentric and exuberant expression of oaked Garnatxa”; V&N Reserva, a new discovery for Chateauneuf-du-Pape and... - December 23, 2012 - V&N Cellars
Polini Group Creates Its App for iPhone and Android
Polini Group creates its app for iPhone and Android that unifies the new 2013 catalog and price list in an innovative application accessible from smartphones, tablets and PCs. The Polini app allows authorized users to view images and product data sheets but also to calculate the trade discounts on... - December 22, 2012 - Polini Group
Harpers Bazzar's Anne Krebiehl Blogs from the Wines of Argentina Annual Tasting: Algodon Wine Estates
Stained teeth and many a purple-tinged smile at Wednesday's well-attended Argentina Annual Trade Tasting at Lord's attested to the overwhelming predominance of red wines on show - mostly Malbec of course. And while this floral-scented charmer may deservedly continue to play first fiddle in these... - December 13, 2012 - Algodon Wine Estates
Wine Market Council Announces 2013 Consumer Research Conferences and Unveils a New Website
Wine Market Council, the non-profit association of grape growers, wine producers, importers, wholesalers, and other affiliated wine businesses, today announced the dates for the 8th Annual Wine Market Council Research Conferences and unveiled a new brand image including a new logo and revamped website. The council’s mission is to establish the widespread acceptance of wine as a rewarding part of American culture and to report on timely issues and emerging consumer trends in the industry. - December 07, 2012 - Wine Market Council
Sunrise Wines Hosts International Wine Tasting Dinner at The Matthews House
Local Wine Importer Invites Public to Experience Italian-Inspired Selections During November Event - November 21, 2012 - Sunrise Wines