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A First in the Wine and Hospitality Industry: Three Alcohol Categories, One Vineyard, One Winery Innovation in wine isn’t just about what’s in the glass—it’s about expanding the way we experience and enjoy it. I’m thrilled to share that Oceano Wines | Oceano Zero is hosting a groundbreaking wine dinner at Big Cedar Lodge on February 1, 2024, in Ridgedale, Missouri. This multi-course experience will showcase something never done before: Oceano Wines Dinner 🍷 Oceano Chardonnay & Pinot Noir (Traditional) 🍇 Oceano Ultra Low Syrah (Ultra Low Alcohol) 🥂 Oceano Zero Chardonnay & Pinot Noir (Non-Alcoholic) This is about more than just pairings—it’s about choice and inclusivity. We’re redefining how wine lovers, mindful drinkers, and those exploring low- and no-alcohol options can enjoy a luxury wine experience without compromise. The setting for this milestone is just as special as the wines. Big Cedar Lodge, a world-class resort known for its stunning Ozark Mountain views, rustic elegance, and top-tier hospitality, is the ideal place to introduce this pioneering wine experience. I’ll be there to personally guide guests through each wine and share the story behind this industry-first approach. Takeaway: As a wine producer, I’ve always believed that innovation and tradition can coexist. This event is proof that we can honor the heritage of winemaking while embracing new ways to enjoy it. Whether you drink traditional, ultra-low, or non-alcoholic wines—or enjoy all three—there’s a place for you at the table. 📍 February 1, 2024 | Big Cedar Lodge | Ridgedale, Missouri 🔗 https://lnkd.in/eSDKjC8x I’d love to hear your thoughts—how do you see ultra-low and non-alcoholic wines shaping the industry? Would you like to see more events like this? Let’s start a conversation—how can we create more inclusive wine experiences together? #WineIndustry #Innovation #WineBusiness #Hospitality #MindfulDrinking #GuestFirst #NonAlcoholic #LowAlcohol #DreamBig #BigCedarLodge #WineEvent #OceanoWines #OceanoZero #OceanoUltraLow

Here's the story on Forbes about the 'world's best wines according to top sommeliers, master sommeliers and wine directors. These wines are great for restaurants, they offer great value. If you are a sommelier: please check these wines and try them for your wine program. If you are a wine drinker: Please try and ask these wines to your sommelier when you visit your restaurant next. Sommeliers Choice Awards Forbes

Judgement of London announced this week, in honour of Steve Spurrier's historic Judgement of Paris blind tasting in 1976, putting new world wine from California, on the map. Back then, French wine experts blind tasted the best red wines from Bordeaux alongside leading Cabernet Sauvignon from California, and the top white wines from Burgundy alongside Chardonnay from the Golden State. Napa winery Stag’s Leap earned the highest score in the red wine tasting, while California’s Chateau Montelena came out on top in the white wine tasting. The results sent shockwaves through the wine world and helped to establish California as a serious player in the fine wine market. To date our investors have enjoyed strong returns on our investment grade Napa offerings, like Screaming Eagle, Scarecrow, Opus One, Harlan Estate... all following Bordeaux blends and some joining forces with icons like Mouton Rothschild. The London tasting will follow a slightly different format, as it pits specific wines against one another. The results of the Judgement of London will be revealed on Tuesday 21st May. The judges will blind taste 16 iconic European wines alongside their non-European equivalents to determine whether they deserve their exalted status. Watch this space for the results, especially as we are focused in Bordeaux' latest En Primeur campaign, the 2023 vintage having been well received by the critics. For more information please get in touch. https://lnkd.in/eNdjWBkd

🍷 Decanter World Wine Awards 2024: Highlights 🍷 The results of the Decanter World Wine Awards 2024 were recently announced, reaffirming its significance in the wine world. Here are some key points: • Number of entries: This year, more than 18,500 wines from 56 countries were entered into the competition. • High awards: A total of 50 Best in Show medals, 178 Platinum, 675 Gold, 5,900 Silver, and 8,500 Bronze medals were awarded. • Renowned regions: Special attention was given to classic regions such as Bordeaux, Burgundy, Tuscany, and Napa Valley. • Emerging wine regions: Notable mentions include wines from Greece, Georgia, Bulgaria, as well as China, Japan, India, South Africa, and Morocco. • Other highlighted regions: Wines from Australia, New Zealand, Argentina, and Chile also gained recognition. • Technology and innovation: The jury highlighted innovations such as the use of drones for vineyard monitoring, AI for optimizing production processes, and sustainable packaging methods. These awards not only recognize quality but also offer consumers the opportunity to discover new wines and wine-growing regions. #DWWA2024 #WineAwards #WineIndustry #Decanter #WineLovers #WineTasting #WineCompetition #Bordeaux #Burgundy #Tuscany #NapaValley #GreekWine #GeorgianWine #BulgarianWine #ChineseWine #JapaneseWine #IndianWine #SouthAfricanWine #MoroccanWine #AustralianWine #NewZealandWine #ArgentinianWine #ChileanWine #WineInnovation #SustainableWine

The authoritative wine critic Ian D'agata includes CADGAL wines among the "most exciting wines of the Vinitaly Fair 2024": "On a different but just as meritorious note are the two entry-level wines made by Ca’ D’Gal, a winery that is expanding under the guidance of newly arrived Alessandro Varagnolo. The top bottling vintage cru wines are noteworthy (as is the source of their grapes, the grand cru area of Canelli) but it’s the winery’s two less expensive bottlings that I want to tell you about, for they are those that will leave you looking to fill up your glass again (and again). The Ca’ D’ Gal Asti Spumante is one of the two best, at no worse three best, such wines made in Italy today, a category that is often the realm of cheap, and cheaply-made, industrial sparklers of little depth and class that outside of their low price hold little interest for anyone. Drinking window: 2024-2025. Similarly, the Ca’ D’ Gal Moscato d’Asti Lumine is everything a good Moscato d’Asti is and should be: sweet but not cloying, fresh and easygoing but also complex and with some depth. Given it’s an entry-level wine, it’s price tag makes it an even bigger steal than Moscato d’Asti wines already are, most of the time. Drinking window: 2024-2038." Studio Cru | Ufficio stampa, PR internazionali & digital marketing per il wine&food Elena Deganello Tullia Mantella Beatrice Bianchi Giulia Tirapelle Anita Bonani #piedmont #winemarketing #winetasting #studiocru https://lnkd.in/dEe-t3E2

Having our wine bars in Israel, we have the luxury and pride to have local wine made of indigenous grapes. But quite honestly, we have been thinking about the right way to strike the right balance between well-known global varieties and indigenous grapes. Sommelier Moshé Weizman, gives his thoughts:  1. 𝐇𝐨𝐥𝐝 𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐚 𝐜𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐬𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 60-70% 𝐠𝐥𝐨𝐛𝐚𝐥 𝐯𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬 Imagine a foundation of well-loved, international stars—Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Chardonnay, and Sauvignon Blanc, to name a few. These crowd-pleasers, sourced from renowned regions like Bordeaux, Napa, and Tuscany, offer wine lovers a taste of the classics they know and trust. And, when you feature popular varieties like Syrah or Merlot from Israel, it highlights local talent with a global twist. So this balance is a MUST to begin with. 2. 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐖𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬: 30-40% 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐨𝐮𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐕𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬  Being in Israel, why not introduce guests to Israel’s unique grapes like Marawi, Dabouki, and Jandali? These add a touch of local flavor that can be hard to find elsewhere. Wines from regions like Judean Hills and Galilee shine with their own terroir and traditional winemaking techniques, bringing a truly Israeli essence to the table. 3. 𝐒𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐑𝐨𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐎𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬  Keeping it fresh is key! After a decided point in time, it's important to 'rotate' in some indigenous wines as seasonal specials, spotlighting boutique local wineries known for both traditional and experimental approaches. This approach keeps things dynamic and encourages guests to try something new with every visit. 4. 𝐄𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐞𝐧𝐭  Something I personally love - consider tasting flights that mix international and local varieties, giving guests a chance to explore new flavors while learning. With some background on indigenous grapes and the Israeli wine industry, the wine list becomes more than just a menu—it’s a journey. 5. 𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬  Make it a celebration of Israeli wine! Host “Meet the Winemaker” nights with local vintners and guided tastings that share the rich stories of Israel’s wine heritage. Guests leave with not only memories but a deeper appreciation for the history and future of local wine - wherever you are.

Valpolicella We little Englanders are paradoxically blessed by the fact that it’s too cold here to make wine, unless it’s made palatable by bubbles (same as for the Champagne). The Romans tried - there are remains of Italian-style vineyards - but gave up for the same reason. So we have always been a nation of overseas investors in winemaking: Bordeaux, Port, Marsala etc. The Irish too - go Google ‘wine geese’. We import and drink wines from all over the world, even if we grumble at the price. It's a complete contrast to the ‘local wine’ culture found across the Continent. (Much the same applies to local food, but that’s another story.) One facet of this is the constant stream of wine shows, tastings and masterclasses in London, mostly though not only for the trade. Yesterday I attended a Valpolicella event followed by an evening of Bourgogne cru. Today I shall forgo New Zealand, but tomorrow the Central London Wine Society (which I co-chair) is tasting 2009 Clarets; on Thursday it’s Crus Bourgeois du Médoc, Friday is lunch at The Wine Society, and on Saturday it's Decanter's Fine Wine Encounter. But one thing at a time. Amarone Calling was mounted by the Consorzio Per La Tutela Dei Vini Valpolicella and hosted by the UK Sommelier Association at The Royal College of Surgeons of England. Twenty-five exhibitors showed their wines, while Peter McCombie MW ran two Amarone masterclasses, of newer and then older vintages. Valpolicella (‘valley of river deposits’) is in fact a series of seven valleys running south from the hills of the Lessinia regional natural park in northern Italy. The wines are famous, particularly the Amarone style, because they are both delicious and generally good value. The British play no part in this but we do drink quite a lot of the stuff (though not as much as the Consorzio would like). There are four styles. First is a regular Valpolicella table wine, with abv as low as 12%. Then Amarone, made from grapes dried on trays for anything up to three months. It’s therefore not cheap to make, and Peter rightly warned against buying low-price ‘cynical’ Amarone. Next, Ripasso wines are made by refermenting the table wine on the marc from Amarone production; an intermediate level of richness. Finally, there’s Recioto, a sweet style. All Valpolicella shares the unique red berry and cherry signature profile, due to the local grape varieties: principally Corvina, Corvinone, Rondinella and Molinara. The delicacy of the red fruits is underpinned and counterbalanced by a tang that cements Valpolicella’s balance and quality. I don’t care to use the unflattering term sour cherry for this, nor bitterness (which is how Amarone translates), for they are neither accurate nor mindful of how it completes the wine. It's great stuff. At the end of the day, wine is about giving pleasure and Valpolicella succeeds every time. Thanks to the Consorzio, the UK Sommelier Association and The Royal College of Surgeons of England.

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🍇 Australian Wines Excel at Decanter World Wine Awards in London 🏆 Australian wines achieved remarkable success at the prestigious Decanter World Wine Awards in London, with eight wines ranking among the top 50 globally. Over 18,000 wines were assessed by an international panel, with Australian entries securing a significant number of accolades, second only to France. This recognition reinforces Australia’s prominent status in the global wine industry. 🌍 South Australia emerged as a standout region, with the Barossa Valley’s Chaffey Bros. Wine Co. earning a coveted Best in Show medal. Co-founder Daniel Chaffey Hartwig expressed elation, comparing the event to the “Olympics of wine.” Similarly, Margaret River’s Stella Bella Wines celebrated top honours for its Luminosa Chardonnay, highlighting Western Australia’s reputation for producing world-class Chardonnay. 🍷 The Decanter awards, renowned as the largest of their kind, featured rigorous blind tastings by 243 experts. Australia claimed 71 medals across various categories. Notably, Tasmanian Pinot Noirs were lauded, cementing Tasmania as a promising region for this varietal. Despite challenges like a domestic oversupply of wine and economic pressures, these wins offer a positive boost for the industry. 🌟 In the face of market fluctuations and evolving global tastes, Australian wineries are adapting with innovative approaches. Chaffey Bros' use of the term Syrah instead of Shiraz signifies a shift towards lighter, more elegant wine styles, appealing to international markets. As Tom Barnes from Stella Bella pointed out, the focus on quality over mass production reflects a new wave in Australian winemaking, signaling a bright future ahead. #AustralianWine #DecanterAwards #WineIndustry #BarossaValley #MargaretRiver #WineInnovation