September, 2012

Funny, News September 22, 2012

M. Chapoutier Wine Name Stolen by Chinese Clothing Manufacturer.

Michel Chapoutier of Maison Chapoutier has vowed to fight Chinese forgers who have launched a brand of clothing using his name. This isn’t the first time Chapoutier has fallen victim to counterfeiters. His wine has been faked before, but this is the first time a clothing brand has used his name. Advertised under the ‘M Chapoutier’ label, the fake was first spotted by Michel’s daughter, Mathilde Chapoutier, who happens to be spending three years studying…

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Pairings September 21, 2012

Shrimp Burgers with Avocado Aioli Paired with Willow Crest Pinot Gris, Washington.

I get the feeling this is going to be one of the last summer pairings I create, at least for 2012. It’s started to cool off a little here in Jacksonville, and I feel myself slowly gravitating towards “heartier” meals/wines. Not that that’s a bad thing! I’m definitely much more of a red drinker, but this year I’ve made an extra effort to drink more whites and also feature more meals which would pair accordingly….

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News September 18, 2012

Is Weight Watchers “Diet Wine” The Next Big Thing in Weight Loss?

It appears that Weight Watchers have put their stamp of approval on a range of “diet wines” from Australian wine producer McWilliams. At the time of this article being published, the 4 wines include: Harmony Sparkling Brut NV, Harmony Semillon/Sauvignon Blanc, Harmony Shiraz and Ezzenze Vine Dancer Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc. So what makes the Weight Watchers healthier than regular wines?The wines supposedly have less calories than traditional wines and also contain less alcohol. The Weight…

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News September 18, 2012

What will Vineyards of the Future Look Like?

The Western Farm Press have a vision of vineyards of the future, and it looks a little like this: “…one sensor will measure the amount of photosynthetic energy being absorbed by vine canopies at any time of day. Others will sense moisture levels from leaves and soil. A variable-rate irrigation system can then supply just the right amount of water and fertilizer. All the info can be collected, processed and seen by growers in real…

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Reviews September 14, 2012

Fulcrum Gap’s Crown Vineyard Pinot Noir, Sonoma Coast.

  Grapes 100% Pinot Noir   Facts Ok, let’s get something straight from the start! There’s Pinot and there’s Pinot. The perception of Pinot Noir by most wine drinkers has been so skewed, thanks to grocery store brands, that it’s not even funny! Sure, wines such as the Fulcrum aren’t “everyday gluggers,” but if you really want to know what Pinot Noir SHOULD taste like, you need to be willing to occasionally invest a little…

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News September 11, 2012

Prince Harry Getting Naked Helps Sales of Rose Wine.

Well THERE’S a headline I never thought I’d write! According to a recent article in the Drinks Business, it seems that the recent scandal of Prince Harry wearing his birthday suit whilst playing a game of pool, has helped wine sales for one UK wine merchant! After details were revealed of the naked Las Vegas shenanigans of Prince Harry, Peter Creek, manager of Sheldon’s Wine Cellars in Shipston-on-Stour (England) did what any marketing savvy wine…

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Facts September 10, 2012

Pinot Noir: Facts to Bore Your Friends With!

I wish I had time to design more wine infographics! They’re a lot of fun, and I think they’re a great way to get the info across in a fun and informative way, but they take FOREVER to research and design! I hope you enjoy my latest creation: Pinot Noir – Facts to Bore Your Friends With!

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