Category Archives: Wine

Quintessential to Import Pascual Toso Wines from Argentina

Posted on June 1, 2016 by Joel Whitaker

Quintessential will import the Argentinian wines of Bodegas Y Vinedos Pascual Toso beginning today (6/1). Dennis Kreps, who owns Quintessential with his father, Stephen D. Kreps, sees Pascual Toso as a perfect fit with the company’s roster of family owned … Continue reading →

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Korbel Releases Summer Sparkle Bottle Wrap

Posted on May 31, 2016 by Joel Whitaker

Korbel California Champagne released its new, limited edition bottle wrap. The striking, bold blue colors with the twinkle of what could be reflecting sun rays are reminiscent of long summer days and fun summer nights. A distinct front label using … Continue reading →

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Beer’s Share of Global Bev/Al Market: 74.58%: Study

Posted on May 31, 2016 by Joel Whitaker

Beer accounted for a 74.58% share of the global alcoholic beverage market in terms of volume, Technavio, a London-based research firm, reports. China, the US, Brazil, Russia, Germany, and Mexico were the leading beer markets in the world last year. … Continue reading →

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Trinchero Napa Valley to Open Tasting Room

Posted on May 25, 2016 by Joel Whitaker

“We told Bobby that he had an unlimited budget,” Roger Trinchero, president/ceo, Trinchero Family Estates, said in describing the new Trinchero Napa Valley tasting room. “And, somehow,” he added with a laugh, “he managed to exceed it.” Bobby is Bob Torres, … Continue reading →

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PLCB Extends ‘Chairman’s Advantage’ Wine Program to 300 Stores

Posted on May 24, 2016 by Joel Whitaker

Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board (PLCB) expanded its Chairman’s Advantage wine program to 300 Fine Wine & Good Spirits stores, nearly tripling its presence statewide. The Chairman’s Advantage program, an extension of the popular Chairman’s Selection® program, offers hand-picked wines that over-deliver … Continue reading →

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See Dominus’s 30th Vintage Label Featuring Sketch of Christian Moueix

Posted on May 24, 2016 by Joel Whitaker

To celebrate the 30th vintage of Dominus Estate as well as an exceptional year for Napa Valley, the 2013 label features a special portrait of Christian Moueix by William Kentridge. Moueix acquired an interest in Napanook Vineyard in 1971 and became its sole … Continue reading →

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