Liquor Industry News 07-20-26
Exploring all things wine with you!
Here is a concise summary of the featured stories in the Liquor Industry News (07-20-26) collection curated by Mark Lenzi (The Wonderful World of Wine):
- Episode 320: Unveiling Perfection: Napa’s New Icon with Jayson Hu (SoundCloud)
- Hosts Kim Simone and Mark Lenzi explore a new iconic Napa Valley wine release in conversation with guest Jayson Hu.
- Is Sauvignon Blanc Dry Or Sweet? What Wine Newbies Should Know (Tasting Table)
- A beginner's guide clarifying that Sauvignon Blanc is best characterized by its crisp, bright acidity rather than simple sweet or dry labels.
- Why Sauvignon Blanc Fans Swear By Mixing In This Spicy Ingredient (Tasting Table)
- Highlights the growing viral trend of infusing Sauvignon Blanc with hot peppers (like jalapeños) to complement its naturally green, citrusy profile with a spicy kick.
- Europe’s Regional Beer Styles, Mapped (VinePair)
- A visual breakdown mapping out traditional and regional beer styles across different countries and regions in Europe.
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. Beer Essentials Certificate from Cornell University, California Sustainable Ambassador, Associates Degree from Whiskey University, Executive Bourbon Steward from Stave & Thief, American Single Malt Expert from American Single Malt Commission
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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