In this week's episode of This Week Uncorked, we dive into the legal battle between Constellation Brands and a small winemaker over sugar content in wine, explore the myth of tannins causing headaches, and break down how expensive wines are holding strong despite a downturn in U.S. wine sales. We also shine a spotlight on Pine Ridge Vineyards in Napa, known for its incredible Vineyard to Cave experience, and Mesa Provisions in Albuquerque, a must-visit farm-to-table restaurant with stellar dishes.

Wine News Round-Up:

♦️ He criticized one of California's most popular wines. Then he got a letter from its lawyers

♦️ Italian Red Wine without the Headache

♦️ Sideways novels available at RexPickettBooks.com (use CORK10 for 10% OFF your order)

♦️ Wine and Spirits Struggling in US Retail

♦️ French invade the US

Wine & Winery of the Week:

♦️ Pine Ridge Vineyards

♦️ 2021 Two Vintners Legit Red - Bordeaux-style blend from Washington's Columbia Valley

Restaurant & Corkage of the Week:

♦️ Mesa Provisions in Albuquerque, NM

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In this week's episode of This Week Uncorked, we discuss the launch of Master Sommelier Andrea Immer Robinson's new wine series, explore the challenges of youth-targeted wine marketing in France, and dive into the shocking theft of 1,800 pounds of grapes from a French vineyard. Plus, we feature the delightful Bodegas F. Rubio Winery & Vineyards in Temecula and the fantastic The Grove Wine Bar & Kitchen in Lakeway, Texas.

Wine News Round-Up:

♦️ Master Sommelier Andrea Immer Robinson Launches New "Quench" Series

♦️ Wine Marketing Surfs the Youth Edge

♦️ Sideways novels available at RexPickettBooks.com (use CORK10 for 10% OFF your order)

♦️ Jura winemaker stunned after thieves seize his 2024 harvest - Decanter

♦️ Que Syrah, Syrah - Oregon Wine Press

Wine & Winery of the Week:

♦️ Akash Winery in Temecula Valley

♦️ 2021 Châteauneuf-du-Pape "Télégramme"

Restaurant & Corkage of the Week:

♦️ Lotus of Siam in Las Vegas, Nevada

♦️ Corkage fee is $35 Per Bottle. No Limit. Fee waived for every bottle purchased

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On this episode of This Week Uncorked, we explore Napa's $1,000 wine trend, the revival of Armenia's ancient wine culture, and the challenges facing direct-to-consumer wine shipments as prices continue to rise. We also feature Bodegas F. Rubio Winery & Vineyards, a hidden gem with incredible hospitality and wines, and The Grove Wine Bar & Kitchen in Lakeway, Texas, where exceptional food meets an outstanding wine selection.

Wine News Round-Up:

♦️ California Farm Bureau Reports 'Brutal' Wine Market Leaves Farms in Peril

♦️ The Most Expensive Napa Wines of 2024

♦️ Sideways novels available at RexPickettBooks.com (use CORK10 for 10% OFF your order)

♦️ DTC Shipment Value Falls 9% in August

♦️ Meet the Father and Daughter Reviving Armenia's Ancient Wine Culture

Wine & Winery of the Week:

♦️ Bodegas F. Rubio Winery & Vineyards

♦️ Bodegas F. Rubio's 2021 Hernencia Palomino Fino

Restaurant & Corkage of the Week:

♦️ The Grove Wine Bar & Kitchen

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In this episode of This Week Uncorked, we explore three major wine stories: the ongoing Burgundy vineyard sign auction, the surge in 100-point wine scores for the 2021 vintage, and the decline in the fine wine market. We also take you to Martin Woods Winery in Oregon's Willamette Valley and highlight the culinary excellence of Les Petites Canailles in Paso Robles.

Wine News Round-Up:

♦️ Hundreds of Burgundy wine appellation signs to be auctioned

♦️ The Drouot Auction

♦️ Ledge Scores 100 Points

♦️ Sideways novels available at RexPickettBooks.com (use CORK10 for 10% OFF your order)

♦️ What do wine-lovers want? New study reveals wine tourism trends

♦️ Fine wine market downturn continues, Liv-ex warns

Wine & Winery of the Week:

♦️ Martin Woods Winery

♦️ HiFi Wine Bar by Martin Woods

♦️2020 Adelsheim Chardonnay

♦️Belle Fiore Estate Winery

♦️Irvine & Roberts Vineyards

Restaurant & Corkage of the Week:

♦️ Les Petites Canailles

♦️ Les Petites Canailles Corkage Fee

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On this episode of This Week Uncorked, we dive into the controversy surrounding wine scores and labeling transparency. We break down how some major wine ratings might not be all they seem and discuss why 2024 is shaping up to be a tough year for French winemakers. Plus, we spotlight Lula Cellars from Anderson Valley and Napa's Press restaurant, sharing their stories and their corkage fees!

Wine News Round-Up:♦️ Putting an End to Perfect Wine Scores - Wine-Searcher ♦️ Wineries Implement Transparency in Labeling to Appeal More Broadly to Consumers - WineBusiness Monthly ♦️ Sideways novels available at RexPickettBooks.com (use CORK10 for 10% OFF your order) ♦️ Why this famed winemaker's Sonoma County winery suddenly closed - SF Chronicle ♦️ French wine production set for double-digit drop in 2024 - Just Drinks

Wine & Winery of the Week: ♦️ Lula Cellars in Anderson Valley, CA ♦️ Lula Cellars 2019 Anderson Valley Pinot Noir

Restaurant & Corkage of the Week: ♦️ Press Restaurant in Napa Valley ♦️ Press Restaurant's Corkage Fee is $30 Per Bottle / Max 1

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In this episode of This Week Uncorked, we dive into the top wine stories: the best bang-for-your-buck Cabernet Sauvignon, Dom Pérignon's decision to scrap its entire 2023 vintage, and whether The French Laundry lives up to the hype. We also spotlight Mexico's Monte Xanic winery and discuss the famous French Laundry. Was it worth the hype?

Wine News Round-Up:

♦️ What Cabernet Sauvignon Offers the Best Bang for Your Buck? ♦️ Can the most popular red wine in the U.S. endure climate change? ♦️ The 2024 Central Coast Harvest is a Bit Early and a Bit Light ♦️ Sideways novels available at RexPickettBooks.com (use CORK10 for 10% OFF your order) ♦️ Why Dom Pérignon Scrapped Its Entire 2023 Champagne Vintage ♦️ Paul Hobbs Winery Earns the First '100 Points' For Cabernet Sauvignon ♦️ Napa Valley vintners take battle over Napa County permitting to federal court

Wine & Winery of the Week: ♦️ Monte Xanic Winery♦️ 2021 Monte Xanic Edicion Limitada Cabernet Franc 96 PTS ♦️ The Ultimate Guide to Valle de Guadalupe Restaurants and Wineries for the Perfect Long Weekend Escape

Restaurant & Corkage of the Week: ♦️ The French Laundry ♦️ The French Laundry's Corkage is $200

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In this week's episode, we explore the making of 100-point wines, the rise of white wine as a consumer favorite, and the new trend of lightweight wine bottles making waves in the industry. This week's featured winery is Page Springs Cellars, offering delightful wines in the heart of Arizona. Plus, don't miss our restaurant pick, Clinkscale, a must-visit in Jerome, Arizona, for brunch, lunch, or dinner.

Wine News Round-Up:

♦️ The Making of a 100-Point Wine ♦️ The Astronomical Rise of White Wine ♦️ We Asked 20 Sommeliers ♦️ Sideways novels available at RexPickettBooks.com (use CORK10 for 10% OFF your order) ♦️ A Better Way to Communicate Wine ♦️ Zuccardi breaks the mold for icon wines with lightweight bottle

Wine & Winery of the Week: ♦️ Page Springs Cellars in Cornville, Arizona♦️ Page Springs Cellars 2022 Anonymous

Restaurant & Corkage of the Week:♦️ The Clinkscale in Jerome, AZ

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In this episode of This Week Uncorked, we dive into the latest wine news, including the best wines from the Global Chenin Blanc Masters 2024, the growing trend of vintners pampering their yeasts, and one winery's journey into TikTok with tips on getting started. Stick around as we highlight the iconic Opus One Winery and a hidden gem, Campo at Los Poblanos, for our Wine & Winery and Restaurant of the Week.

Wine News Round-Up:♦️ The best wines from the Global Chenin Blanc Masters 2024 ♦️ Why vintners are pampering their yeasts ♦️ TikTok Part 2: One Winery's Journey and Tips on Getting Started ♦️ Sideways novels available at RexPickettBooks.com (use CORK10 for 10% OFF your order ♦️ Napa Valley on $200 a day: A local's guide ♦️ A preview of the Napa 2021 Vintage Report

Wine & Winery of the Week: ♦️Guide to Opus One Winery♦️ Opus One Overture

Restaurant & Corkage of the Week:♦️ Campo at Los Poblanos

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In this week's episode of This Week Uncorked, we dive into the wine industry's latest shake-ups. Discover how TikTok is becoming the new frontier for wine marketing, why heavy wine bottles need to go, and the truth about wine's health benefits. Plus, we spotlight an incredible wine and winery from Valle de Guadalupe and a romantic dining destination in Los Cabos.

Wine News Round-Up:

♦️ Marketers Bullish as TikTok Approves Wine Advertising - Wine Business

♦️ Wine Pros Fed Up with These 9 Trends - Wine Spectator

♦️ Don't Believe the Hype – Wine Can be Healthy - Wine-Searcher

♦️ Sideways novels available at RexPickettBooks.com (use CORK10 for 10% OFF your order)

♦️ Is There Any Justification For Wine? - Tim Atkin, Master of Wine

♦️ Grape Growers Desperately Need You to Drink More Wine - Farm Journal

Wine & Winery of the Week: ♦️Wine Tasting at the Casa Magoni Winery♦️ 2019 Casa Magoni Nebbiolo

Restaurant & Corkage of the Week:♦️ Pitahayas Los Cabos, Mexico ♦️ Pitahayas Corkage Fee is $30 Per Bottle / No Limit

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Join us this week as we uncover the shocking results of Aldi's cheap wine stunt, dive into the Michelin-starred success of Rebel Omakase, and discuss the jaw-dropping $3,705 price tag of Screaming Eagle Sauvignon Blanc. Plus, don't miss our Wine & Winery and Restaurant & Corkage picks, highlighting the best of Paso Robles!

Wine News Round-Up:

♦️ The Most Expensive Sauvignon Blancs of 2024 ♦️ Wine buffs fooled by Aldi cheap wine stunt ♦️ The Cost of Premiumisation ♦️ Sideways novels available at RexPickettBooks.com (use CORK10 for 10% OFF your order) ♦️ Best wineries to visit in the Bay Area, 2024 ♦️ Rebel Omakase Gets a Michelin Star ♦ Our Review Of Rebel Omakase on Cork & Journey♦️ TTB Establishes Contra Costa AVA and Expands♦️ How much does it cost to open a tasting room in Napa?♦️ We're Entering a New Era of English Still Wine

Wine & Winery of the Week: ♦️Écluse Winery: Family-Owned Paso Robles Wines♦️2023 Écluse Rosé: The Perfect Patio Pour♦️ The Best Wineries in Paso Robles for a Weekend Getaway

Restaurant & Corkage of the Week:

♦️ Cello Ristorante & Bar: Upscale Casual Dining at the Heart of Paso Robles ♦️ Cello Ristorante & Bar Corkage♦️Located at Allegretto Vineyard Resort Paso Robles

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