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Niagara Custom Crush Studio was established in 2022 with a vision of creating a state-of-the-art production facility where independent wineries could come to create some of the finest wines available in Ontario wine country. Here’s a breakdown of the key benefits: 1. Scalability Without Capital Investment Flexible Production: Wineries can scale production up or down based on demand without the need to invest in their own large facilities.  Risk Mitigation: This setup allows wineries to test new markets or products with minimal financial risk, adjusting production as necessary. 2. Access to Cutting-Edge Winemaking Technology Quality Consistency: We are equipped with the latest winemaking technology, ensuring that wines are produced to the highest quality standards.  Expertise on Demand: Niagara Custom Crush Studio facilities offer skilled winemaking teams, giving wineries access to specialized expertise that might otherwise be costly to hire or develop in-house. 3. Cost-Efficiency in Operations Lower Overheads: Wineries avoid expenses associated with facility maintenance, equipment upgrades, and labour.  Optimized Cash Flow: By outsourcing production, wineries can allocate more funds toward marketing, sales, and distribution—key areas for growth—rather than tying up cash in infrastructure. 4. Enhanced Focus on Core Business Areas More Time for Brand Building: With production handled by a trusted third party, wineries can concentrate on developing their brand, building customer relationships, and expanding their market presence.  Reduced Logistical Burden: Many custom crush operations provide end-to-end solutions, including bottling and packaging, which streamlines production and simplifies distribution. 5. Increased Speed to Market Faster Production Turnaround: Custom facilities often have the capacity to ramp up production and move quickly to get products into the market faster than building or scaling internal facilities.  Agility for Market Trends: Wineries can respond to changing consumer preferences more quickly, experimenting with different wine styles, packaging, and product types as trends evolve. A Niagara Custom Crush Studio partnership allows wineries to grow profitably, scale flexibly, and maintain high product quality while focusing on building their brand and reaching customers. #VQAwine #Niagara #Wine https://lnkd.in/gUZ2gzKi If you'd like to hear more about our services, please contact me at: phenderson@niagaracrush.com

For the latest issue of Glug Magazine Wine52.com I wrote an article that's a bit different from the usual. It's a (hopefully) fun exploration of what it means to judge a #wine #competition, the types of characters you encounter at the judging table, and the value of these competitions for both consumers and judges. Pretty much everything in the article applies equally well to #beer and #spirits competitions. https://lnkd.in/dmBXGcjn #winejudge #winecompetition #judging #tasting #winetasting 

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.

This is Nemea Grande Reserve of 100%Agiorgitiko grapes - by the iconic Semèli Estate; a privately owned single vineyard at 580 meters “vin de garde” produced at an extremely limited number of bottles, exclusively by the approval of the Estate’s winemakers team and when the vintage has been rated as exceptional; the wine matures for 18 months in French oak casks and at least 30 months in the bottles before its release; The inevitable question that arises though is to either keeping it according to the “instructions” for later, or to savor it at once?

Understanding the cost of production is key for wineries to ensure long-term success. By analyzing the costs involved in each step of the winemaking process, wineries can make informed decisions to improve efficiency and profitability. Read more about it here #WinerySuccess #costaccounting

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 🗓

Giorgio Galli and Roberto Cipresso are working on the blue print of the new hotel and vineyard layout. The magic starts with the “Path of Charles”, a journey in the evolution of the grapes from the beginning of the civilization to the present. This path will show how artificial selection works as a selection of the grapes varieties to produce better wines.

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First 3 Fall Picks are LIVE on YouTube! I have lots of wines to share for my Fall Picks from my evening spent at Toot and Kate's Wine bar last weekend. So I'll be releasing 3 at a time over the next few days on the YouTube Channel. #2024winereviews #winewednesday #winebarpicks #localbusiness #wisconsinwineguy #letyourpalatebetheguide