Liquor Industry News 03-05-26
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The "LIQUOR INDUSTRY NEWS 03-05-26" Flipboard magazine, curated by Mark Lenzi (The Wonderful World of Wine), features the following key stories:
- Bogle Family Vineyards Expansion: The winery is introducing Chenin Blanc and Riesling varietals to its national wine portfolio.
- Market Trends for Gen Z: Santiago Marone Cinzano notes that the younger generation of wine drinkers prefers "ready to drink" wines over those that require long-term aging.
- Industry Reflections: An article from Wine-Searcher discusses the consolidation of the wine industry (referencing Gallo) and draws comparisons to historical large-scale production models.
- Legislative News: Kansas City is considering a ban on single-serving "tiny booze bottles" (miniatures) in specific areas to combat crime, a move facing pushback from local businesses.
- Wine Education & Tips: * A guide on how to safely open old bottles of wine, featuring advice from wine director Drew Brady.
- A travel feature highlighting seven pet-friendly wineries in Lodi, California.
CSW,CSS,CWAS,FWS,IWS,SWS,IWM
Mark C Lenzi CSW,CSS,CWAS,FWS,IWS,SWS,IWM owner of Franklin Liquors, is a Certified Specialist of Wine (CSW) and Spirits( CSS) by the Society of Wine Educators. The first in MA to hold a California Wine Appellation Specialist (CWAS) title from the San Francisco Wine School. French Wine Scholar(FWS)/instructor, Spanish Wine Scholar (SWS) and Italian Wine Scholar (IWS) by the Wine Scholar Guild. Italian Wine Specialist (IWS) by the North American Sommelier Association. Oregon Wine Expert (OWE) by the Napa Valley Wine Academy, Italian Wine Maestro (IWM) Vinitaly International (First USA Class), AFNA™ Wine Certified. Associates Degree from Whiskey University, Executive Bourbon Steward from Stave & Thief
Franklin Liquors is a family-owned vintage 1978. https://www.franklinliquors.com/
Founder of the Franklin Wine Club https://www.meetup.com/franklin-wine-club/
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