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Review: 2019 Paul Hobbs Pinot Noir Goldrock Estate and Crossbarn Cabernet Sauvignon

Drinkhacker

Both are from the (current release) 2019 vintage. 2019 Paul Hobbs Pinot Noir Goldrock Estate – An intense Sonoma Coast pinot, filled with notes of graphite and minerally slate, informing a subdued core of plum and blackberry. Somewhat unexpected, but solid all around.

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Drink of the Week: Casamara Club Superclasico

Imbibe Magazine

Their original lineup even caught our attention back in early 2019 when the company (aka founders Erica Johnson and Jason LaValla) first began expanding beyond the Great Lakes region. .” Their botanically laced beverages offered complex, not-too-sweet flavors perfect for when you wanted to sip something special, sans alcohol.

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A New Generation of Vermouth Puts Wine in the Spotlight

Imbibe Magazine

While Txakoli was in abundance, most of the vermouth being poured during the aperitif hour was from other parts of Spain and made using other wines. Second Billing For centuries, vermouth has played an essential role in European aperitif and culinary culture. The culture around vermouth is lovely. And we really like to drink it.

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In the Limelight: Apple

Chilled Magazine

At NYC’s beloved Dante (#1 Best Bar in North America, 2019 & 2020) , Beverage Training Director Renato Tonnelli, who was recently crowned 2023 US World Class Bartender of the Year, has reimagined the 90’s classic Appletini, highlighting the seasonal flavor to create a crisp, herbaceous and elegant drink. The Big Apple.’

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Diageo acquires Ritual Zero Proof

Spiritz

Since its launch in Chicago, Illinois in 2019, Ritual has grown rapidly and is now the number one non-alc spirit brand in the United States. Diageo North America has acquired Ritual Zero Proof Non-Alcoholic Spirits (Ritual).

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Campari Buying Courvoisier

Cheers

The acquisition stands to make Cognac the fourth major leg of Campari Group, according to the company, along with aperitifs, bourbon and tequila. Courvoisier, along with Henessy, Martell and Rémy Martin, is one of the “big four” Cognac houses. The post Campari Buying Courvoisier appeared first on Cheers.

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Review: Doladira Aperitivo

Drinkhacker

Doladira’s creator, Meredith Erickson, first teased an early version of the product as a Rhubarb Elixir in her 2019 cookbook, Alpine Cooking , but its popularity with readers inspired her to refine it and bring it to the masses. In fact, Doladira reportedly has a whopping 60% less sugar content than the leading aperitifs.

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