Liquor Industry News 11-01-26
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Based on Mark Lenzi’s curated Flipboard collection "Liquor Industry News 11-01-26," here is a summary of the featured stories and topics:
- Thanksgiving Wine Pairings (Pair the Plate, Not the Turkey): Discusses shifting the focus of holiday wine pairing away from just the turkey and onto the diverse array of side dishes, herbs, and flavors present on the holiday table.
- Rethinking Red Wine Judgment: Highlights a Cornell-led research study showing that a wine's visual appearance (such as a deep, inky red color) can create a strong first impression, but expectations versus actual enjoyment levels can differ significantly.
- Best Chardonnays for Beginners: A guide breaking down approachable, highly popular Chardonnay selections from cool and warm climates worldwide that cater to palates new to the varietal.
- Top Global Merlots: A curated round-up of some of the best Merlot wines from around the world available on the market right now.
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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