This Week Uncorked

In this week's episode, we discuss how 2024 saw California's smallest wine crush in over 20 years, a fake Rioja wine ring was busted by international authorities, and a deep dive into the flaws of the wine scoring system sparks debate. This week's episode also highlights Coursey Graves in Sonoma, the 2021 Domaine de Durban Vaucluse Rouge, and an unforgettable dining experience at Comal in Cabo San Lucas.

Wine News Round-Up:

♦️ Police Bust Fake Rioja Ring

♦️ Are Wine Scores a Waste of Time?

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♦️ Lightest Crush in 20 Years: California Crushed 2.84 Million Tons of Wine Grapes in 2024

♦️ U.S. Winery Count Declines Slightly

Wine & Winery of the Week:

♦️ Coursey Graves Estate Winery Santa Rosa, CA

♦️ 2021 Domaine de Durban Kermit Lynch Vaucluse Rouge

Restaurant & Corkage of the Week:

♦️ Comal Restaurant at Chileno Bay Resort & Residences in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico

♦️ Corkage Fee: $45 Per Bottle // No Limit

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The California wine industry is bracing for major disruptions as Trump's immigration policies threaten the labor force, young drinkers might actually love wine (if marketed correctly), and sommeliers reveal their biggest service pet peeves. Plus, we highlight Honrama Cellars in Sonoma and the Michelin-starred Rebel Omakase in Laguna Beach, two must-visit spots for wine lovers and foodies alike.

Wine News Round-Up:

♦️ CA Wine Industry Could Face Huge Impact From Trump's Immigration Policies

♦️ What to Know About Wine Fridge Price Ranges

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♦️ Wine: It's what the young consumer wants. They just don't know it

♦️ We Asked 9 Sommeliers: What's the Biggest Wine Service Red Flag?

Wine & Winery of the Week:

♦️ Honrama Cellars in Sonoma, CA

♦️ 2019 Honrama Cellars Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon

Restaurant & Corkage of the Week:

♦️ Rebel Omakase in Laguna Beach

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♦️ https://corkandjourney.com/february-10-2025-california-wineries-sound-the-alarm-on-immigration-policy/

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New tariffs on imported wine could shake up the American wine industry—are they the solution struggling U.S. winemakers need, or will they just make wine more expensive? Plus, we break down Silicon Valley Bank's latest wine industry report, and the 15 winemakers to watch in 2025. In this episode, we also feature Asuncion Ridge Winery in Paso Robles and a classic Las Vegas dining experience at Michael's Gourmet Room.

Wine News Round-Up:

♦️ Who is the American Wine Industry? - Time to Reframe Tariff Messaging

♦️ Good Times Ahead for US Wine Consumers

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♦️ Nonalcoholic Wine Has Come A Long Way. But Here's The Harsh Reality

♦️ 15 Winemakers to Watch in 2025

Wine & Winery of the Week:

♦️ Asuncion Ridge Vineyards Winery in Paso Robles

♦️ 2019 Barton Family Wines Soul Mate

Restaurant & Corkage of the Week:

♦️ Michael's Gourmet Room in Las Vegas, NV

♦️ Corkage Fee is $45 Per Bottle / No Limit

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♦️ https://corkandjourney.com/february-3-2025-the-wine-tariff-battle-begins/

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This week, we dive into the lawsuit targeting the alcohol industry over cancer claims, how Washington wineries stepped in to save Canada's wine production, and a surprising scandal involving Franzia box wine. Plus, we feature the stunning Halter Ranch Winery in Paso Robles and the exceptional Amalfi by Bobby Flay restaurant in Las Vegas.

Wine News Round-Up:

♦️ Sanders Family Winery Halts Operations

♦️ Portuguese Company Launches Chestnut Flower Based Wine Preservative as a Substitute for Sulfites

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♦️ How US Wineries Saved Canada's Wine Industry After a Devastating Freeze

♦️ Personal Injury Powerhouse Parker Waichman Goes After Alcohol Industry Over Cancer

Wine & Winery of the Week:

♦️ Halter Ranch Vineyard in Paso Robles

♦️ 2019 Podere Campriano Chianti Classico Riserva

Restaurant & Corkage of the Week:

♦️ Amalfi By Bobby Flay in Las Vegas, NV

♦️ Corkage Fee is $50 Per Bottle / 3 Bottle Max

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♦️ https://corkandjourney.com/january-27-2025/

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In this week's episode, we explore the surprising alignment between Vivino crowd reviews and professional wine critics, the backlash against Dry January from a French wine village, and the unveiling of Wine Spectator's top value wines under $40. This week's highlights also feature Adelaida Vineyards in Paso Robles and The Hobbit restaurant in Orange, California, known for its exquisite tasting menu and extensive wine cellar.

Wine News Round-Up:

♦️ Châteauneuf Declares War on Dry January

♦️ Vivino's crowd reviews gain credibility in Cambridge study

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♦️ Dogs sniff out vineyard diseases and pests in trials

♦️ 2024 Wine Value of the Year

Wine & Winery of the Week:

♦️ Adelaida Vineyards and Winery in Paso Robles

♦️ 2021 Inkblot Cabernet Franc

Restaurant & Corkage of the Week:

♦️ The Hobbit in Orange, CA

♦️ Corkage Fee: $25 Per Bottle / Two Max

📄 SHOW NOTES 📄

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♦️ https://corkandjourney.com/january-20-2025-vivino-reviews-prove-critics-dont-have-the-final-say/

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In today's episode, we discuss why Red wine sales are on the decline, James Suckling unveils China's top 100 wines, and the rise of alcohol-free wine in France sparks debate. This episode also highlights the sparkling wines of Gruet Winery in Albuquerque, New Mexico, and the cozy charm of Hideaway House in Sedona, Arizona.

Wine News Round-Up:

♦️ Butterfly Completes $1.95 Billion Acquisition of The Duckhorn Portfolio

♦️ Red Wine Sales Are Tanking At S.F. Restaurants: 'We've Never Seen Anything Like This

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♦️ Top 100 Wines of China 2024

♦️ Whisper It - Alcohol-Free Wine Has Arrived In France

Wine & Winery of the Week:

♦️ Gruet Winery in Albuquerque, NM

♦️ 2018 Château La Haye Saint-Estèphe

Restaurant & Corkage of the Week:

♦️ Hideaway House in Sedona, AZ

📄 SHOW NOTES 📄

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♦️ https://corkandjourney.com/january-13-2025-the-surprising-decline-of-red-wine-sales-in-restaurants/

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Discover Sonoma County's century-old wineries, top sparkling wine picks under $30, and the ultimate debate on universal wine glasses. Plus, we highlight Spicewood Vineyards in Texas and Vaudeville Restaurant in Fredericksburg for an unforgettable food and wine experience.

Wine News Round-Up:

♦️ Rooted In Tradition: Sonoma County Winegrowing Families Celebrate A Century Of Farming

♦️ 20 Sparkling Wines Under $30, Picked by Wine Pros

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♦️ The Garagiste Wine Festival Returns to Solvang with 30 Winemakers, 150+ Wines

♦️ Unpacking the Merits (and Limitations) of the Universal Wine Glass

Wine & Winery of the Week:

♦️ Spicewood Vineyards in Spicewood, TX

♦️ 2020 Piedlong Châteauneuf-du-Pape

Restaurant & Corkage of the Week:

♦️ Vaudeville in Fredericksburg, TX

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♦️ https://corkandjourney.com/january-6-2025/

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In today's episode, we explore the latest on whether wine can actually improve your health, frustrations with exclusive wine allocations, and Armenia's emergence as a top wine producer. We also visit the iconic Fess Parker Winery in Santa Barbara and savor authentic Northern Italian cuisine at Michelangelo's Restaurant in Cleveland.

Wine News Round-Up:

♦️ Wineries Make It Way Too Hard to Buy a Bottle of Wine—It Needs to Stop

♦️ Armenia Is Producing Some of the World's Most Interesting Wines — If You Can Find Them

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♦️ Free Wine-Themed Images & Wallpapers from Vinography

♦️ Nasem Report Affirms Benefits Of Moderate Drinking

Wine & Winery of the Week:

♦️ Fess Parker Winery & Vineyard in Los Olivos, CA

♦️ 2020 Zulal Voskehat

Restaurant & Corkage of the Week:

♦️ Michaelangelo's Restaurant in Cleveland, OH

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From the screw cap versus cork debate to angry French winemakers and Wine Enthusiast's Top 100 list, this episode is packed with the latest wine news. We also highlight the historic Gundlach Bundschu Winery in Sonoma and the vibrant flavors of Candé Restaurante in Cartagena, Colombia.

Wine News Round-Up:

♦️ Wine Cork Psychology: Packaging Changes Customer Perception

♦️ Vandals Target French Wine Estate As Protests Escalate

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♦️ The Wine Enthusiast 100: The Best Wines of 2024

♦️ Tim Atkin MW: Can you taste terroir?

Wine & Winery of the Week:

♦️ Gundlach Bundschu Winery in Sonoma, CA

♦️ 2022 Hartford Court Land's Edge Vineyards Pinot Noir

Restaurant & Corkage of the Week:

♦️ Candé Restaurante in Cartagena, Columbia

♦️ Corkage Fee is $45 Per Bottle/Max 2

📄 SHOW NOTES 📄

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♦️ https://corkandjourney.com/december-23-2024-the-long-running-screw-cap-versus-cork-debate/

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In this episode, we explore the growing trend of wine service in movie theaters, insights from sommelier-approved wine lists, and the launch of a new snob-free wine Masterclass. Plus, discover the picturesque charm of Jerome, Arizona, with Caduceus Cellars, founded by Maynard James Keenan of Tool, and indulge in a culinary masterpiece at the Michelin-starred restaurant, Cyrus.

Wine News Round-Up:

♦️ We Asked 10 Sommeliers: What Bottle Is a Green Flag When You See It on a Wine List?

♦️ MasterClass Launches A Sommelier's Snob-Free Guide to Wine

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♦️ Historic Paso Robles winery listed for $4.25 million

♦️ Movie-Theater Drinking Is Bigger, Better, and More Novel Than Ever

Wine & Winery of the Week:

♦️ Caduceus Cellars in Jerome, Arizona

♦️ 2021 Fess Parker Crockett

Restaurant & Corkage of the Week:

♦️ Cyrus Restaurant in Geyserville, California

♦️ Corkage Fee is $100 Per Bottle / No Limit

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