USA Ratings’ Post

Take your Wines to the next level with 2025 USA Wine Ratings! 🌟 With their diverse palates, these judges will be evaluating wines based on their quality, value and packaging. The 2025 USA Wine Ratings is now open for submissions. Enter today! 🍷 #USAWineRatings #USARatings #Winejudges #WineExperts #Winecompetition #USAWineindustry

Engaging in 5Star Wines & Wine Without Walls is not just about competition. Participating in events like 5Star Wines & Wine Without Walls offers wineries a multitude of benefits that can significantly enhance their brand, market presence, and industry recognition. 🚀 It’s a strategic opportunity for growth, learning, and global outreach that can propel a winery to new heights in the competitive wine industry. Some reasons why wineries choose to participate in these event: ✅️ International Exposure ✅️ Objective Evaluation ✅️ Credibility and Prestige ✅️ Enhanced Brand Visibility ✅️ Access to New Markets and Buyers ✅️ Marketing and Sales Boost ✅️ Consumer Confidence ✅️ Networking Opportunities ✅️ Showcase Commitment to Quality ✅️ Highlight Sustainable Practices: Specifically for Wine Without Walls See you 2025 🗓

California Wines have now appointed Agent99 to raise awareness and deepen the understanding of Californian wines amongst Australians. The campaign, supported by Wine Institute’s California Wine Export Program, will highlight the versatility of contemporary Californian wines, and heighten its local visibility through a range of trade and consumer events, industry collaborations, and media relations activities. We’re excited to wrap up 2024 on such a high note and look forward to an even more dynamic 2025, delivering smart ideas that have true impact, with California Wines and our valued clients. Read more about this partnership on B&T here: https://bit.ly/4g80Bu5 #NewBusiness #BeveragePR #ConsumerPR #PublicRelations #ClientWins #BandT

Excellent and Free Course on the Wines of the Rhone Valley offered by Napa Valley Wine Academy in conjunction with Inter-Rhone. Intermediate level done in 4 parts that does nice coverage of Cotes du Rhone AOC, CDR Named Villages, the Crus of the CDR and Other AOC's of the Rhone Valley. You are awarded a Certificate upon successful pass of the final exam at three stages. Good news is that you have unlimited attempts. Lots of info is covered, so its good that they broke it down into 4 sections. Great way to learn about this important region and a fantastic review even if you think you know it. Do you know how many CDR Villages are allowed to append their names? How many Crus North and South in the CDR? The difference between Cotes du Rhone and the Rhone Valley? What types of wines are produced in each Cru or each of the Villages with DGC? If not, you will benefit from doing this course. Hop on the NVWA website https://lnkd.in/gmiG8gkV and check it out. Membership gives you access to even more study tool, video education, webinars, WSET helps and mock exams and a free Certification course of your choice for Napa Valley, Oregon, Argentina or American Wine.

Did you know the base wine of Champagne was once almost undrinkable? It needed bubbles and dosage to become the amazing wine we know today. Pierre Péters, one of the first Champagne Growers, broke away after being exploited by big brands, bringing wine lovers back to the region. Watch WineMasters: Champagne now on WineMasters.TV—your best investment to stay on top in the world of wine!

Authority with authenticity. Had a great chat with a friend a few months back, and we got on the topic of sommeliers and how they sell a wine. In particular, a sommelier pitching him on how a hillside and gravel road were situated in a particular vineyard of France. Well, unbeknownst to the somm, this friend was just at this area a few weeks back and could authoritatively comment that it was not in fact how the somm explained it to be. A reminder that as the authority in that moment, the somm can explain how they imagine something to be, and what the methods of production, varietal, etc objectively are, but by straying into something he didn't have firsthand knowledge of, he leveraged an appeal to authority to the wrong person at the wrong time. You can be an authority without all the answers. Especially in something like wine, where I've tried hundreds of thousands, but would never represent myself as having traveled the globe to learn in the territory itself. Be authoritative, know your sh*t. But don't lose authenticity in the process. #sommelier #authenticity

5 Key features of the Michelangelo International Wine & Spirits Awards that make entering this year’s competition a game-changer in the world of wine & spirits. Blind Judging: Our esteemed panel evaluates entries without bias, ensuring a fair assessment of your product's quality. Internationally Recognised Standards: Entries are scored on a 100-point system, following OIV principles for credibility and consistency. Distinguished Awards: From the esteemed Grand Prix to the coveted Platinum awards, only the finest are honoured, elevating your brand's presence on the global platform. No bronze medals are awarded. Transparent Process: With complete transparency, entrants are assured of a rigorous evaluation, enhancing trust and credibility. Export Opportunities: Gain exposure to international buyers seeking standout wines and spirits, potentially unlocking lucrative export markets. Enter your wine & spirits today by visiting www.maiwsa.co.za Early Bird Entries close 30 May 2024 and regular entries close 28 June 2024 #MichelangeloAwards #WineandSpirits #GlobalRecognition #winecompetitions #internationalwine&spirits

As we reflect on 2024, we are full of gratitude for all the wonderful and thoughtful industry professionals we have had the pleasure of connecting with this year. It is inspiring to meet the great minds in the wine industry right now. However, it has also been a sobering year for the industry. We want to know what you think… What is the problem? Is there a problem? Whether you’re a winemaker, distributor, sommelier, or enthusiast, your perspective matters. Share your insights below. 👇 #WineIndustry #WhatsTheProblem

Check out this interview with Ann Reynolds of the Wine Compliance Alliance.

As the global bulk wine market seems to be normalising since the start of the year, after a challenging 2023; it is now time to book and benefit from EB rates for the #worldbulkwineexhibition 2024.