Monthly Archives: May 2017

Vaunted French Champagne House Plants Vines in England

Posted on May 12, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

The United Kingdom may be quitting the European Union, but at least one delightful vestige of the marriage will be left behind. The storied Taittinger champagne house this month planted its first vines in English soil. Read more here, from … Continue reading →

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FYI

Posted on May 12, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

Trump’s Pick to Run Mental Health Set to Shake Things Up President Trump’s pick to run federal mental health services has called for a bold reordering of priorities — shifting money away from education and support services and toward a … Continue reading →

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Krupp Bros. Buys Kitchak Cellars

Posted on May 11, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

The Krupps sold their 600-acre Stagecoach Vineyard in Napa Valley to E&J Gallo.  We told you they planned to buy a winery.  Now we know which one:  Kitchak Cellars, 1094 Hardman Ave., Napa. Terms of the transaction, which includes a … Continue reading →

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HelloFresh Launches Wine Delivery Subscription Service

Posted on May 11, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

HelloFresh describes itself as “the world’s leading meal kit delivery brand.”  The new service, launching May 17, offers customers – both those who have meal kits delivered and those who just want wine without hassle – the opportunity to have … Continue reading →

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Tennessee Brew Works Collaborates with George Dickel

Posted on May 11, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

Craft brewer collaborations are relatively common.  This, not so much so. The two Tennessee neighbors – they are less than 1-1/2 hours apart — have become fast friends and partners in a new brew collaboration series set to launch next … Continue reading →

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Bleeding Heart Intros Small-Batch Don Papa Rum

Posted on May 11, 2017 by Donna Whitaker

Bleeding Heart Rum Co. is introducing Don Papa Rum, the first small-batch super-premium rum from the Philippines, at select retailers in New York City and Boston, followed by other fine spirits retailers nationwide (SRP $39.99/750ml). Filipino rum is known to … Continue reading →

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