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2014 Kendall-Jackson Cabernet Sauvignon “Vintner’s Reserve”

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“This lush, round and rich vintage is back by popular demand!” Vintage: 2014 Varietal: 90% Cabernet Sauvignon, 6% Cabernet Franc, 2% Petit Verdot, 1% Merlot & 1% Malbec Bottle size: 750 ml Region: Sonoma County State or country: CA/USA Price: $27.95 [Canadian] Available: In Ontario, Vintages # 331603 Review date: March 17, 2018 Review: This dark ruby wine has aromas of lush […]

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Champagne shipments for 2017

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The final figures for Champagne shipments in 2017 were recently announced. Total sales amounted to 307.3 million bottles, which is + 0.4% compared to 2016. The French market dropped by 2.5% with 153.7 million bottles. “A decline stronger than expected due to disappointing sales in December,” commented Maxime Toubart, president of the Syndicat Général des Vignerons, co-president

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Champagne Review: Comte de Senneval Champagne

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Champagne Review: Comte de Senneval Champagne Autolytic notes of biscuit and toast, with creamy lemon and apple with hints of tropical fruit on the palate; persistent bubbles. Alcohol: 12.50% Grapes: Chardonnay Pinot Meunier Pinot Noir Score: 89 Excellent price 19 € Food pairing suggestions Pork, rich fish (salmon, tuna ), shellfish, mild and soft cheese

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Liz Palmer listed by Social Vignerons as one of 2018’s Top 40 Wine Influencers

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Canadian award-winning author and wine journalist Liz Palmer has been named as one of 2018’s Top 40 Wine Influencers –Liz states: “It’s such an honor to listed as one of the Top 40 Wine Influencers and to be amongst notable magazines, brands, worthy peers.” “I’m thrilled!” Who are the 2018 “Top 40” Social Media Power Influencers around

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Cognac XO classification to rise to 10 years

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The BNIC (BNIC Bureau National Interprofessionnel du Cognac) has recently announced that the classification for XO Cognac is set to change on April 1, 2018. What does this mean? This means that the youngest eau-de-vie included in a blended Cognac labelled XO* must be aged in barrels for at least 10 years, instead

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The Golden Globes 2018 and Moët & Chandon

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Moët & Chandon has been the champagne of choice for the Golden Globes for over twenty-five years. In celebration of the award show’s 75th anniversary, Moet has joined up with actress Jamie Chung to create “Moët 75”, the official cocktail for 2018. Made with fresh blood orange juice, the Moët 75 is bright and fruity,

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Terroir and Origin Are the Heart of Cognac’s New Visual Identity

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The words “Cognac France” in a timelessly elegant font, are written over a rich, earth-tone image in the exact shape of the Cognac region; these are the essential elements of the Cognac appellation’s new visual identity. This logo reminds us that this inimitable and world-famous beverage is a product of one, and only one, place. Unveiled worldwide on November 14, the new

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Christmas and New Year’s Eve are the biggest holidays for wine sales in the U.S.

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Christmas and New Year’s Eve are the biggest holidays for wine sales in the U.S., accounting for 69% more dollar sales than the average two-week period in 2016, ringing up more than $1 billion in sales in the two-week period alone. U.S. WINE SALES BETWEEN CHRISTMAS AND NEW YEAR’S EVE GENERATE MORE THAN $1 BILLION

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Champagne Tips and Trends for the Holiday Season — Liz Palmer

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Whether you’re clinking glasses at a festive reception or toasting with family over turkey dinner, there’s nothing quite like a glass of Champagne at Christmas! Glamorous, festive and celebratory – here are some champagne tips to get the party started. 1. Champagne only comes from the Champagne region which is north east of France, or

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“Christmas Kiss” Champagne Cocktail created by Liz Palmer

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“Christmas Kiss” Ingredients 〜2 round ice cubes (made with Harrods Lemmon grass tea and 3-4 pink peppercorns) 〜3 oz brut Champagne 〜½ tsp of confit de champagne a la rose 〜Fresh rosemary sprigs 〜Champagne coupe Instructions Place two ice cubes into a chilled Champagne coupe, add ½ tsp of confit de champagne a la rose,

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2014 Kendall-Jackson Cabernet Sauvignon “Vintner’s Reserve”

Champagne shipments for 2017

Champagne Review: Comte de Senneval Champagne

Cognac XO classification to rise to 10 years

The Golden Globes 2018 and Moët & Chandon

Terroir and Origin Are the Heart of Cognac’s New Visual Identity

Christmas and New Year’s Eve are the biggest holidays for wine sales in the U.S.

Champagne Tips and Trends for the Holiday Season — Liz Palmer

“Christmas Kiss” Champagne Cocktail created by Liz Palmer

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