Kaz breaks the meter with his intro while Randy tries his best to mitigate the damage. They both review an award-winning wine from Virginia, and they examine the American Wine Blog Awards, including the ruckus in the wine blogging community that resulted from the naming of the finalists. All that, and the latest wine news and blog love. Listen up, people!
Support Our Sponsors!
We Believe In You!
Get Wine Biz Radio!
-
Fermentation: The Daily Wine Blog- Swirl, Smell, Slurp, Read. March 11, 2010It has been a while since I've highlighted a new wine blog that has come across my radar in a positive way. But I couldn't help writing today about SWIRL, SMELL, SLURP, a newish wine blog that is every bit... […]Tom Wark
- Anheuser Busch Gets Taste of Wholesaler Protection System March 11, 2010A decision in Illinois today by the Illinois Liquor Control Commission delivered proof of what so many of us have come to understand as the truth: the Three tier system has evolved into the "Wholesaler Protection System" while the various... […]Tom Wark
- The Sonoma Cocktail Crawl March 10, 2010It may come as a surprise to many of you, but if you come to the town of Sonoma there is no law against getting a cocktail instead of a glass of wine. In fact, lo and behold, there are... […]Tom Wark
- Swirl, Smell, Slurp, Read. March 11, 2010
- Everyone's Blog Posts – OpenWine Consortium
- Walla Walla WOW! L'Ecole No. 41 2008 Estate Luminesce March 15, 2010When the organizers of the North American Wine Bloggers' Conference first proposed a change of venue for 2010, Joe was disappointed. We didn't know much about Washington State wines but… […]Amy Corron Power
- 100 Wine Blogs, 100 Days Blog 54 Gateway to California Wine Country March 12, 2010Blog 54 Gateway to California Wine Country San Francisco is the gateway to Sonoma and Napa Valley. I enjoy getting to these areas by flying into San Francisco as opposed to Oakland. Renting a car is a great idea because you can stop in many places on your way to the wine country. First, I drive t… […]Veronica Castellana
- 100 Wine Blogs, 100 Days Blog 53 More Smart Wine Tour Tips March 11, 2010Blog 53 More Smart Wine Tour Tips It is all about the planning. You may have already scheduled a Wine Train or Balloon Ride. You have eaten at the best restaurants, had a picnic and even scheduled some tastings or tours. You have gone to your favorite wineries off the beaten path. Everything has… […]Veronica Castellana
- Walla Walla WOW! L'Ecole No. 41 2008 Estate Luminesce March 15, 2010
- Discussion Forum – OpenWine Consortium
- The Truth About Marketing March 15, 2010For those of you who have mixed feelings about "marketing"... Shouldn’t the quality of a wine speak for itself? Yes (and no). If your wine is of exceptional quality and embraced by wine enthusiasts, congratulations-your wine has achieved wine nirvana; a beautiful, artisan, high quality wine that sells for over $100 per bottle with a cult-like follo […]Katherine Kitzmiller
- French Wine Scholar Program March 11, 2010Hi all,Just wanted to draw your attention to a new certification program by the French Wine Society. San Francisco-based Discover Wine & Spirits is offering certification classes in the new French Wine Scholar program. The French Wine Scholar program is the only program of its kind in the U.S. that helps members of the wine trade and serious wine hobbyis […]Michael Wangbickler, DWS, CWE
- WTB 91 cases of splits! March 5, 2010I know this is a weird, long-shot request, but I'm an MI distributor/importer looking to lock up a one-time, festival contract that requires a supply of assorted varietal splits (187ml). Those are not my market segment at all, but there are other opportunities to showcase my wines to the local community, which is why I want to make this bid. So this cou […]chaad thomas
- Are We Ready for Urban Wine Filling Stations and All Draft Wine Bars? March 3, 2010The Draft Wine concept is gaining speed in certain markets. The benefits out weigh the detractors. Is the end user (the public) and the wineries ready to hop on board? The All Keg Wine Bar can flip the traditional wine bar's model on it's ears. Feedback and viewpoints are welcomed. […]Neil Mechanic
- Consumer Events-Effective or not? March 2, 2010How do you feel about consumer events? Effective? Expensive? Waste of resources or a great way to introduce your wine to consumers and potential customers? […]Gillian Conway
- The Truth About Marketing March 15, 2010
-
- Wine Library TV
- Laid Back Friday with Some 2007 Gigondas – Episode #831 March 12, 2010Gary returns to the couch for a laid back Friday episode and talks about the cool appellation of Gigondas in the Southern Rhone. Having trouble viewing this video? Try the Quicktime version. Comments on this episode(1) Post a comment › “First!!!!!…” by philoxera View all 1 › Wines tasted in this episode: 2007 Arnoux Gigondas Vieilles VignesGigondas 2007 [... […]tv@winelibrary.com (Winelibrary TV)
- Thunder Show Exclusive: Release of The Show Malbec by the 3 Thieves-Part 2-Episode #830 March 11, 2010Gary and the 3 Thieves taste The Show Malbec and speak more about the wine business. Having trouble viewing this video? Try the Quicktime version. Comments on this episode(271) Post a comment › “QsOTD:1) Mom and Dad working their asses off so I could go to coll…” by SourGrapesFC “Great show, had me laughing through both episodes.QOTD1: Swig [...] […]tv@winelibrary.com (Winelibrary TV)
- Thunder Show Exclusive: Release of The Show Malbec by the 3 Thieves- Part 1 – Episode #829 March 9, 2010Joel Gott, Charles Bieler, and Roger Scommegna sit down with Gary for a special release of The Show Malbec on Wine Library TV. Having trouble viewing this video? Try the Quicktime version. Comments on this episode(262) Post a comment › “Really interesting conversation about the wine world and Malbec. Fasc…” by JayZee13 “Good topic, Gary. I had [...] […]tv@winelibrary.com (Winelibrary TV)
- 2007 Loire Valley Chenin Blanc Tasting – Episode #828 March 8, 2010Gary tastes 2 wines, a Vouvray and a Montlouis, made from the interesting and versatile Chenin Blanc grape. Having trouble viewing this video? Try the Quicktime version. Comments on this episode(316) Post a comment › “QOTD: Me!I think I'm hysterical….” by jayhitek “Crazy, i just had the 2005 Francois Chidaine Montlouis Les Tuffeaux 2 …” by stevez65 View […]tv@winelibrary.com (Winelibrary TV)
- California Thunder- Serious Cabernet and Pinot Noir Tasting – Epiosode #827 March 4, 2010Gary picked out three iconic wines from California with big scores and put them to the test. Having trouble viewing this video? Try the Quicktime version. Comments on this episode(377) Post a comment › “It was a good show. The QOTD is no question at all… Medium Ra…” by jacamp16 “QOTD: Medium but gonna try Pittsburgh.!!…” by Dcrem1 View all [...] […]tv@winelibrary.com (Winelibrary TV)
- Laid Back Friday with Some 2007 Gigondas – Episode #831 March 12, 2010
