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Monthly Archive: February 2012

Moscato Mania Takes Hold: Wine Spectator

Moscato is now the No.-3 white wine in the U.S., Wine Spectator reports—more popular than Riesling or Sauvignon Blanc. Continue reading →

Posted in News on February 9, 2012

Southern Does It Again In Washington, Signing Pact With Diageo

After lining up a series of major supplier partners in Washington’s newly privatized spirits market over the past few weeks, Southern Wine & Spirits has reached an agreement with the biggest player of all. Continue reading →

Posted in News on February 9, 2012

News Briefs for February 9, 2012

•San Francisco’s Gordon Biersch Brewing Company has announced its 2012 “big bottle” program, featuring a series of limited-edition craft brews packaged in 750-ml. bottles. Continue reading →

Posted in News on February 9, 2012

Sunday Sales Debate Set To Kick Off In Connecticut

As Connecticut’s General Assembly begins its 2012 regular session today, lawmakers once again will reconsider the state’s law against Sunday sales of alcohol, following last month’s proposal by Connecticut Governor Dannel Malloy to lift the ban. Continue reading →

Posted in News on February 8, 2012

New York Craft Distiller Dutch’s Will Launch New Peach Brandy

New York state craft distiller Dutch’s Spirits is set to introduce a new label, Dutch’s Spirits Peach Brandy ($50 a 750ml). Continue reading →

Posted in News on February 8, 2012

News Briefs for February 8, 2012

•Duckhorn Wine Co. is partnering with Ruth’s Chris Steak House for the release of the new 2009 vintage of its Paraduxx Z Blend Napa Valley Red. Continue reading →

Posted in News on February 8, 2012

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