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Cheers to Leap Day, LinkedIn Family! 🍇🥂 Last night, I was able to celebrate this leap year in style, hosting a restaurant wine tasting that was all about leap year vintages. Yes, a whole evening dedicated to the unique and remarkable wines born in recent leap years. We had an great lineup featuring the 2020 Cave de Lugny Coeur de Charmes White Burgundy, the 2020 Intercept by Charles Woodson Pinot Noir, and the 2016 Bodegas Muriel Rioja Reserva. Each bottle was a hit, bringing its own flair and unique story to the table. The evening was not just about tasting; it was about exploring the narratives behind each bottle, understanding the vineyards, and the peculiar charm of leap year harvests. It's incredible how each leap year brings its own set of stories, flavors, and memories, encapsulated in these exquisite wines. To my alcohol industry friends, have any of you ventured into themed tastings? I think there's something about them that turns an ordinary evening into a memorable experience. Whether it’s exploring wines from a specific year, region, flavor profile, I even recently had someone ask me for ideas on a T-Swift themed pairing 😄. I'd love to hear about your favorite themes and recommendations! Here’s to making every leap year (and the wines it brings us) count! Cheers to more adventures in the world of wine🍷 #wineindustry #wineandspirits #hospitality

Wine Tasting: Explore the world of wine tasting! 🍷🌍 Savor the flavors, aromas, and complexities of different wines. Visit vineyards and learn from winemakers. Cheers to new experiences! 🌟🥂 #WineTasting #WineLovers

🍷Cheers to Choices: Offering Guests the Perfect Wine Selection for Memorial Day! 🌟 As Memorial Day approaches, it's the perfect time to gather with friends and family to honor and celebrate. In our latest video, we share tips on how to impress your guests by offering a diverse selection of wines that cater to different tastes and preferences. Variety is Key: Learn the importance of having a mix of red, white, and rosé wines to suit every palate. Food Pairings: Discover how to match your wine choices with classic Memorial Day dishes, from BBQ favorites to fresh salads. Presentation Tips: Get creative with serving ideas to make your wine selection the star of the celebration. Watch the video to ensure your Memorial Day gathering is a memorable one with the perfect wines for every guest! Share your own wine suggestions or tag someone who loves hosting! 🍇 #MemorialDay #WineSelection #HostingTips #CelebrateWithWine

🍷 Ready to uncork some thoughts on wine service? Whether it's the beginning of the week or the end, it's always a good time to plan the wine at your event.🥂 🌍 Let's start with the importance of sourcing wines as local as possible. Not only does this support local vineyards and reduce carbon footprints, but it also allows us to savor the unique flavors of our region's terroir. 💡 Ever been at a table where the bottle of white is left untouched while the red drinkers hope for just one more sip? Serving wine rather than just placing bottles on the table can prevent such delightful issues. Cheers to ensuring everyone's glass stays perfectly paired! 🏠 Exploring venues? Consider ones that offer wine service beyond the standard pour. Whether it's selling bottles directly at the table, featuring a dedicated wine bar, or even a special wine sales area, these options elevate the wine experience for all. ⏰ And remember, good wine service is like a fine wine itself - it takes time and planning. Thinking about wine well in advance ensures a smooth and enjoyable experience for all involved. Here's to a week filled with great wine and even better company! 🍇 #EventPlanning #Wine #EventBudgets #WineWednesday

Today Ali writes up a ton of great, ready-to-enjoy Côtes du Rhône reds, as well as some structured, age-worthy cru wines. He tells us, 'across the board, Rhône's southern crus largely turned out good-quality wines in 2023. Cairanne, Lirac and Rasteau were arguably the pick, with balanced and attractive wines aplenty. Lirac as usual is a difficult one to generalise about as there are many different house styles being produced, largely as there are many wines there produced by wineries that have invested from outside, especially from Châteauneuf-du-Pape. Rasteau was largely good with juicy, suave and soft wines that will give pleasure. Much the same can be said of Côtes du Rhône and Villages, 2023 is a year that these more entry-level wines will give pleasure in their youth.' https://lnkd.in/gnSeP4qD

🍷 Ready to uncork some thoughts on wine service? Whether it's the beginning of the week or the end, it's always a good time to plan the wine at your event.🥂 🌍 Let's start with the importance of sourcing wines as local as possible. Not only does this support local vineyards and reduce carbon footprints, but it also allows us to savor the unique flavors of our region's terroir. 💡 Ever been at a table where the bottle of white is left untouched while the red drinkers hope for just one more sip? Serving wine rather than just placing bottles on the table can prevent such delightful issues. Cheers to ensuring everyone's glass stays perfectly paired! 🏠 Exploring venues? Consider ones that offer wine service beyond the standard pour. Whether it's selling bottles directly at the table, featuring a dedicated wine bar, or even a special wine sales area, these options elevate the wine experience for all. ⏰ And remember, good wine service is like a fine wine itself - it takes time and planning. Thinking about wine well in advance ensures a smooth and enjoyable experience for all involved. Here's to a week filled with great wine and even better company! 🍇 #EventPlanning #Wine #EventBudgets #WineWednesday

🍇 Wines from Rioja, Spain, are some of the most famous and beloved in the world, offering great quality and approachability. 🍷 This region is best known for its red wines made primarily from the Tempranillo grape, which produces smooth, fruity wines with flavors of red berries, vanilla, and spice. Rioja wines are classified by how long they are aged, ranging from young and fresh wines labeled "Joven" to rich, complex "Gran Reserva" wines that are aged for many years in oak barrels and bottles. The region also produces white and rosé wines, making Rioja a versatile choice for any wine lover, whether you're just starting to explore wine or looking for something new to enjoy. More at www.Somm.Site. #wine #education #innovation #learning #hospitality #management #marketing #technology #digitalmarketing #sommsite #fyi

🌱 100% Pure Marlborough. No Exceptions. 🌿 At Appellation Marlborough Wine (AMW), we believe that true Marlborough wine comes from our pristine region and nowhere else. Every bottle certified by AMW guarantees authenticity, origin, and sustainability. From the sun-soaked vineyards nestled between the mountains and the ocean to the hands of passionate winemakers dedicated to excellence, AMW-certified wines embody the purity and precision of Marlborough. 🍷 When you see the AMW seal, you're not just tasting wine—you're experiencing a commitment to 100% Marlborough, 100% of the time. 💚 No shortcuts. No compromises. Just Marlborough—exactly as it should be. #askforAMW #drinkAMW #AppellationMarlboroughWine #puremarlborough #onlymarlborough#PureMarlborough #AppellationMarlboroughWine #AuthenticityInEveryGlass

https://lnkd.in/de3ze-4Y "Want to learn more about the rich and complex wines of Madiran AOC? Join Gergana Nikolova, a renowned sommelier, for her online wine course! 🍷✨ Learn from the comfort of your home and discover the secrets of this unique region. #madiran #wineeducation #onlinewinecourse #gergananikolova"