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DeLille Cellars Receives Sixth “Top 100” Wineries of the World Recognition

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(Woodinville, WA)- DeLille Cellars, an acclaimed Washington winery, is proud to announce its receipt of the prestigious Wine & Spirits Top 100 Wineries award for the sixth time in the last seven years. This remarkable achievement underscores the winery’s unwavering commitment to producing world-class wines. DeLille Cellars is the only producing winery in Woodinville, and one of five from Washington State, to receive this international recognition.

“We are incredibly honored and humbled to receive the Wine & Spirits Top 100 Winery award for the sixth time. This means a great deal to our entire company and all of our employees,” said Tom Dugan, DeLille’s CEO.

“This recognition is a tribute to the hard work and steadfast dedication of many. For over 30 years, our entire winery has been committed to excellence, partnering with amazing growers, and benefitting from the focused determination and effort of our winemaking team. I am very grateful for my team and their tireless pursuit of quality and constant improvement,” added Jason Gorski, Director of Winemaking and Viticulture.

DeLille earned this award based on wine performance through tasting and assessment of more than 9,000 wines by Wine & Spirits Magazine. DeLille Cellars will be attending the Top 100 tasting in San Francisco on October 11th, as well as a tasting in New York in early 2024. The full list of all 100 wineries can be found here.

D2, one of DeLille’s most popular wines, received 94 points from Wine & Spirits Magazine

About DeLille Cellars

Bordeaux Inspired – Distinctly Washington – Uniquely DeLille

Founded in 1992, DeLille is the oldest operating winery in Woodinville, WA, with winemaking and hospitality operations, including its award-winning tasting room and restaurant, located at the Old Redhook Brewery. Known for pioneering Bordeaux-style blends from Washington State, the winery has maintained a tradition of quality and excellence with over 950 individual 90+ ratings from leading publications and critics. DeLille Cellars focuses on the Red Mountain AVA and sources grapes from Washington’s most acclaimed vineyards. The winery is recognized by notable wine critics and influencers as one of the top producers in the state. DeLille has received six Wine & Spirits Top 100 Winery awards (2017, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2022, 2023) and four Wine Spectator Top 100 Wine awards (2007, 2018, 2020, 2022). To learn more about DeLille Cellars, visit www.delillecellars.com.

The Grenache Association Welcomes International Grenache Day on Friday, September 15 with LocalWineEvents.com/GrenacheDay

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List your events celebrating Grenache for free at LocalwineEvents.com/GrenacheDay and Find a Celebration Near You 

AVIGNON, France, /PRNewswire/ — The Grenache Association – a not-for-profit coalition of fans of the Grenache grape – welcomes the world to celebrate the 13th International Grenache Day on Friday, September 15, 2023. This annual event, held on the third Friday of every September, has been instrumental in spreading the “gospel of Grenache” through social media initiatives, in-person and virtual wine tastings, and events at wineries, wine shops, wine bars, wine academies, and restaurants.

This year, the Grenache Association welcomes a new partnership with LocalWineEvents.com which created a portal specifically for #GrenacheDay on its website: LocalWineEvents.com/GrenacheDay. Participating venues, industry professionals, and others can post their public events on the site which wine lovers can search for by city or browse all events worldwide.

Local Wine Events is the world’s biggest site for neighborhood wine and food event listings in over 63 countries. Their weekly e-newsletter The Juice reaches over 300,000+ subscribers with an average readership of 500,000 wine and food enthusiasts weekly.

According to LWE founder Eric Orange, “Our mission at Local Wine Events is to make wine events easily accessible wherever you are in the world and to help promote wine shops, restaurants, wineries, and wine! Grenache is one of our favorite varietals and #GrenacheDay is a great opportunity to list fun events to promote it.”

ABOUT GRENACHE: Grenache is planted on six of the seven continents and delivers a “sense of place” or expression of its terroir in every sip. It is enjoyed by wine mavens and newbies who embrace its earthy fruitiness and complexity, long finish, and medium body which translates to a velvety, voluptuous mouthfeel. This versatile varietal is the cornerstone of great wines like Châteauneuf-du-Papes, GSMs, and many rosés.

Laurence Ferraud of Château Pegau loves how Grenache morphs into “1000 variations and nuances,” reflecting the varied soils — pebbles, sand, clay– that give birth to her award-winning wines: “Grenache is our King, no other grape variety matches better the terroir in Châteauneuf-du-Pape. It gives full expressions as it ages, from its deep black fruit to its range of spices. Our Domaine du Pegau wines are 80% Grenache. This grape has been the heart and soul of my family for generations, since the start of Domaine Pegau in 1987 and my own Chateau Pegau since 2012.”

GRENACHE ASSOCIATION: Thanks in part to the Grenache Association’s campaign, Grenache has also been recognized as a major player in the wine world as a standalone single-varietal wine. The late Stephen Spurrier, Michel Bettane, Walter McKinlay of Domaine du Mourchon, and Nicole Sierra-Rolet of Chêne Bleu wines launched #GrenacheDay in 2010 with their grassroots association run by volunteers.

CLIMATE CHANGE WARRIOR: Grenache is considered by many as the most climate-change-friendly grape grown. Its wind and drought-resistant deep root system reaches the water table, making it less dependent on rainwater or irrigation for hydration.

Comments Grenache Association co-founder Nicole Rolet of Chêne Bleu: “More and more superstar winemakers are turning to Grenache to build their blends and even more are embracing it as a single blend wine. The word “Grenache” should be in every wine lover’s lexicon.” 

How to Celebrate #GrenacheDay:

Log an Event: www.localwineevents.com/GrenacheDay

Post #GrenacheDay photos and videos:

Twitter: @grenache_global,

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GrenacheSymposium or Instagram.

Download a #GrenacheDay image:

http://www.grenache-association.com/index.php/grenacheday/ to email to friends, post on your social media, or create an invitation.

Alamitos Vineyards in San Jose Recognized as Top Winery in the Nation

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The Wineries of Santa Clara Valley is proud to share that one of our member wineries, Alamitos Vineyards in San Jose, CA, has been voted the #1 Best New Winery Experience in the nation by USA Today!  Despite being open less than three years, Alamitos Vineyards has quickly become known for their award-winning wines and stunning vineyard scenery offering visitors breathtaking views of Quicksilver Park and the Almaden Reservoir.

This prestigious recognition is a testament to the passion and dedication of owners Shaun Coleman and Chris Maune. From their experienced winemaker George Troquato to their diligent vineyard crew and staff, each member plays an integral role in producing the best possible wines and experience. Alamitos Vineyards is committed to sustainable practices, ensuring their impact on the environment is minimal.

“We are thrilled to see one of our newer, up and coming wineries recognized at a national level,” says Kim Engelhardt, president of the Wineries of Santa Clara Valley association. “Shaun, Chris, and their team have put in the work creating their amazing place and fully deserve this honor! We raise a glass to this acknowledgment and all their future successes.”

Alamitos Vineyards produces Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, Sauvignon Blanc, Touriga, Pinot Noir and Rosé. They are open for reservation only tastings, where visitors will have the opportunity to experience firsthand the beautiful scenery and quality wines that have earned them national recognition. To learn more view https://www.AlamitosVineyards.com

About the Wineries of Santa Clara Valley An association representing 30 member wineries that grow and produce wines in one of the oldest wine producing regions of California. With the first plantings at the Santa Clara Mission in 1798, the region of Santa Clara Valley represents one of the oldest growing traditions in the country. The Santa Clara Valley is home to 100-year-old wineries to long-established family operations and those that are in relatively smaller tasting rooms. On March 28, 1989, the Santa Clara Valley received AVA status; prior to this, the region’s wines were typically labeled Central Coast or Santa Clara County.

Allegretto Vineyard Resort Recognized as #3 Best Wine Country Hotel 2023

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Paso Robles, Calif. – USA TODAY announced the results of its 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards 2023 with Paso Robles’ own Allegretto Vineyard Resort recognized as the #3 Best Wine Country Hotel in the United States. Nominations were garnered from a panel of wine industry experts, with voting for the awards open to 10 Best’s 5 million monthly readers nationwide. 

Nestled amongst acres of vineyards in the heart of Paso Robles wine country, the Allegretto Vineyard Resort cultivates an immersive, Tuscan-inspired luxury experience for each and every guest. The Allegretto is honored to receive this prestigious national designation for a second consecutive year. Paso Robles’ 2023 recognition as the number one Best Wine Region in the United States, as voted by USA TODAY 10Best readers, makes this award even more impactful.

“Our commitment to our guests is unwavering, and we are deeply honored to receive this award once again,” said General Manager Rich Verruni. “It’s our privilege to ensure our guests receive exemplary treatment as they experience the beauty of Paso wine country for themselves at the Allegretto.”

The Allegretto Vineyard Resort, recognized by AAA with a 4-diamond rating, has cultivated a reputation for unparalleled service, beauty, and hospitality since its establishment in 2015. Drawing inspiration from the beauty of wine country as well as his own extensive travels, visionary Douglas Ayres designed and built the Allegretto in the style of an Italian vineyard estate. The Resort strives to be a world unto itself, encouraging self-discovery and indulgence of the senses for each guest who visits. Each detail is designed with intention and care to transport travelers into a space focused on the abundance of life.

USA TODAY’s 10Best Wine Country Hotels were nominated by a panel of wine experts, with selected nominees voted on by readers over a 4-week period. The complete list of the 10 best wine country hotels in the United States in 2023 may be found here. Learn more about Paso Robles as the nation’s best wine region here.

About the Allegretto Vineyard Resort:

At the Allegretto Vineyard Resort, discoveries never end. Offering guests exceptional spaces, experiences, services, and amenities along the path of their life’s journey, the Allegretto is inspired by wine country and European hospitality, evoking an Italian estate on 20 acres of vineyards and fruit-bearing orchards of Paso Robles’ idyllic East side. The property is a world unto itself with 171 guest rooms and suites, locally farmed and foraged cuisine, a wine-tasting lounge featuring the Resort’s private wine label, among many others, a full-service boutique spa, pool and cabanas, manicured gardens, walking paths, abbey, sonic labyrinth, hundreds of collectible art pieces and artifacts from around the world, a Piazza Magica, and inspired vignettes that invoke the luxury, warmth, and beauty of the good life.

About USA TODAY’s 10 Best

10Best.com provides users with original and unbiased travel content featuring top hotels, restaurants, attractions, and experiences at destinations in the United States and around the globe. The authenticity of the site stems from its team of local travel experts; a learned and selective group of wayfarers. 10Best.com averages 5 million visitors per month and was acquired by USA TODAY in January of 2013.

Peltier Winery voted Best Winery of 2023 in San Joaquin County

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The readers of San Joaquin Magazine have voted the Lodi winery their favorite this year

LODI, Calif., /PRNewswire/ — Peltier Winery & Vineyards in Acampo, California, has announced that it was voted as the “Best Winery” and 2nd runner up as “Best Tasting Room” in San Joaquin County for 2023. This accolade recognizes the high quality, award winning wines and approachable experience that the family owned and operated winery has become known for over the past 22 years.

“We’re incredibly excited to be recognized by our local community as a go-to winery in SJ County” says Hadyn Schatz, Vineyard Manager and son of proprietors Rodney & Gayla Schatz. “It’s amazing to have watched my parents build this business from the ground up, and my sister, Faryn (Marketing Manager at the winery) and I are proud to help continue building on the values of quality, integrity and innovation from vineyard to bottle that they started with.”

Nominated and voted for by the readers of San Joaquin Magazine means this Lodi Winery is not only a must visit on your next wine tasting weekend but a need to know and taste for any California wine lover. As farmers first, the Schatz family (owners and operators of Peltier) are known for their minimal intervention style of winemaking that allows the quality of their Estate Grown, Certified Sustainable Vineyards to guide the process, and over-delivering on quality wine for the price point.

Wine is as much a personal experience as it is a shared, social one. Cracking a bottle and catching up with friends or lingering over a home cooked meal where the wine flows freely are the times the Schatz Family and Peltier Winery live for. When you visit the tasting room, you’re a friend of the family, and the tasting room is their home away from home.

Faryn Schatz
Peltier Winery & Vineyards
1-209-329-7053
faryn@peltierwinery.com

Cheers! Princess Cruises Earns 15 Wine Spectator Awards of Excellence, Sweeping the Cruise Category for 2023

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Main Dining Rooms Across the Fleet of 15 Cruise Ships Recognized Among Select Restaurants for Well-Curated Wine Lists

SANTA CLARITA, Calif. /PRNewswire/ — Raise a glass with Princess Cruises for its wine program! All main dining rooms across the fleet of 15 ships have once again been honored with an Award of Excellence in Wine Spectator’s 2023 Restaurant Awards, more than any other cruise line. Each Princess ship is recognized for its wine lists that pair well with the menu, offering a well-rounded culinary experience.

Wine Spectator, the world’s leading authority on wine, began its awards program in 1981 to recognize the world’s best wine lists. There are three levels: Award of Excellence, Best of Award of Excellence and Grand Award. This year, 2,001 restaurants achieved the Award of Excellence, given to restaurants with 90 wine selections or more that also match the cuisine in both style and pricing.

Princess’ carefully curated wine list includes more than 250 labels. Each major varietal and wine-growing region is represented, letting guests taste the best from around the world. The Princess beverage team designed a wine philosophy that centers on exploration, discovery and enrichment.

“Receiving this highly regarded recognition from Wine Spectator once again reaffirms our commitment to curate a collection of wines that encompass noteworthy, exceptional and familiar varietals to explore,” said Sami Kohen, vice president of food and beverage for Princess Cruises. “We believe we offer the most extensive wine list in the industry that reflects our guests’ shared passion for travel and celebrating with wines from many of the destinations we visit.”

Available in the main dining rooms fleetwide, the wine menu is approachable with various price points and descriptions to make it easy for occasional wine drinkers and aficionados alike to sip. Wines from around the world including from New Zealand, Argentina, Italy and even China are featured. In addition, Princess celebrates women winemakers with a special list, identifies biodynamic, organic, vegan and sustainable wines, and offers many selections by the glass. Descriptions call out wines as “refreshing,” “light and mild,” “fruity and vibrant,” and “rich and textured” for easy selections.

Most recently, Princess partnered with renowned Caymus Vineyards to offer the exclusive Caymus Vineyards Winemaker Dinner. Available for $140 per person, the new Winemaker Dinner leverages the expansive expertise of Chuck Wagner, owner and winemaker of the renowned Napa Valley’s Caymus Vineyards, to deliver a five-course menu crafted to complement the tasting notes of his wines. The dinner, available for 12 guests per seating, is offered two to three times per cruise, based on voyage length, and interested guests can reserve their spot once on board.

The complete list of award winners is available in the August 21, 2023 issue of Wine Spectator, available at newsstands July 11, and at www.winespectator.com.

About Princess Cruises 

Princess Cruises is The Love Boat, the world’s most iconic cruise brand that delivers dream vacations to millions of guests every year in the most sought-after destinations on the largest ships that offer elite service personalization and simplicity customary of small, yacht-class ships. Well-appointed staterooms, world class dining, grand performances, award-winning casinos and entertainment, luxurious spas, imaginative experiences and boundless activities blend with exclusive Princess MedallionClass service to create meaningful connections and unforgettable moments in the most incredible settings in the world – the Caribbean, Alaska, Panama Canal, Mexican Riviera, Europe, South America, Australia/New Zealand, the South Pacific, Hawaii, Asia, Canada/New England, Antarctica, and World Cruises. The company is part of Carnival Corporation & plc (NYSE/LSE:CCL; NYSE:CUK). 

Travel Medford Uses Rogue Valley Wine Passport to Promote Region as Premier Wine Destination

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MEDFORD, Ore. — Travel Medford, the official Destination Marketing Organization for the city of Medford, promotes the world-renowned wine country with the Rogue Valley Wine Passport, a program that aims to showcase the burgeoning wine region by driving guests to more than 20 of the area’s finest tasting rooms.

Users can access their Wine Passport for free in a mobile-friendly way and collect points for every winery visited. Points can be redeemed for specialized Medford branded tiered prizes such as wine stoppers, tote bags and wine glasses. The Wine Passport was designed  as a fun and interactive way to experience the diverse Rogue Valley wine country, and can be used at all of the select wineries within the region.

“Wine as part of agritourism is one of the top industries and pillars of our region,” said T.J. Holmes, Senior Vice president of Travel Medford. “The Rogue Valley Wine Passport provides another avenue for us to showcase the successes of a flourishing wine scene to both visitors and residents.” 

The Rogue Valley is home to four different wine trails: Upper Rogue, Bear Creek, Applegate and Jacksonville and the region was a 2022 Top 5 Finalist for Wine Enthusiast Magazine’s annual Wine Star Awards for Wine Region of the Year alongside world-renowned locations in Italy, New Zealand and Argentina.

The honors are piling up with Wine Enthusiast Magazine labeling the Rogue Valley  as a must-visit region, recognized for family producers offering an unrivaled diversity of varietals and styles, surrounded by jaw-dropping scenic beauty and world-class cultural attractions. Sunset Magazine also claimed the Rogue Valley is a “mecca for Oregon wine-making.”

The momentum from recent accolades and growth of the wine industry in the region created an opportunity for Travel Medford and Rogue Valley Vintners (RVV), which markets the region’s American Viticultural Area, to partner on the passport and continue to develop a world-class wine destination.

“The collaboration between RVV and Travel Medford strengthens the relationship among Rogue Valley Wine Country wineries and the tourism industry,” said RVV’s Executive Director Gina Bianco. “The passport helps us further grow the awareness of our esteemed wine region, paired with awe-inspiring natural beauty and limitless opportunities to explore the diverse landscapes and attractions of the region.”

Select wineries also offer discounts on purchases and tastings within the mobile passport for visitors when they check in. Users can access the mobile passport at www.travelmedford.org/wine-passport where they can sign up for the free wine passport and start collecting points. Points can be redeemed for prizes at the downtown Medford Visitor Center located at 101 E. 8th Street.

For more information on Travel Medford and Medford, Oregon’s eclectic offerings, please visit https://www.travelmedford.org/.

About Travel Medford
Medford is in the Heart of the Rogue Valley and is the eighth largest city in Oregon, known for its abundance of outdoor recreation, growing wine scene, arts and culture, and the plethora of events. It serves as the gateway to Crater Lake National Park – Oregon’s only national park – and home to world-class traditional and non-traditional sports venues, leading Medford own its identity in the sports and recreation market as Your Sportground, Where the West Coast Plays™. Travel Medford is the official Destination Marketing Organization (DMO) for Medford and is the largest DMO in Southern Oregon whose mission is to increase hotel occupancy and enhance the visitor experience by promoting Medford and the Rogue Valley as a premier travel destination, thereby strengthening the local economy. Travel Medford markets the region to visitors and helps the community grow by bringing in events and tournaments and promoting tourism activities for tourists and visitors. For more information, visit travelmedford.org.

Gordon And MacPhail Connoisseurs Choice 31 Year Old from Mortlach Distillery, distilled in 1989, awarded Whisky of the Year

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Golden Barrel Trophy: Gordon & MacPhail to receive the coveted Golden Barrel Trophy for the 1st time for winning ‘Whisky of the Year’ at the 2023 International Whisky Competition.

LAS VEGAS /PRNewswire/ — The International Whisky Competition Committee is pleased to announce that Gordon & MacPhail, one of the world’s leading independent whisky bottlers, has won Whisky of the Year at this year’s competition. The Gordon & MacPhail Connoisseurs Choice 31 Year Old from Mortlach Distillery, which was distilled in 1989, has been awarded the prestigious title of ‘Whisky of the Year’ at the 2023 International Whisky Competition, which was held this year in Bardstown, Kentucky. This is a remarkable achievement that underscores the company’s unwavering commitment to quality, tradition, and innovation in the art of combining oak, spirit and time to create single malts using their own casks.

New make spirit from Mortlach Distillery was filled into cask 4303 a refill sherry hogshead in 1989 and selected for bottling by Stuart Urquhart, Operations Director at Gordon & MacPhail 31 years later. This exquisite whisky, matured in hand-selected casks and finished in a refill Sherry Hogshead exhibits the true essence of the Mortlach character, and the savoir-faire of the Gordon & MacPhail’s expertise, offering a complex array of rich fruit, chocolate, and subtle spice flavours that culminate in a stunningly long and warming finish.

“We are incredibly proud to see our Connoisseurs Choice Mortlach 1989 (31 Year Old) recognised as the Whisky of the Year,” said Richard Urquhart, Head of Sales (Americas) at Gordon & MacPhail. “This accolade is a testament not only to the exceptional quality of the Mortlach spirit but also to our expert team in selecting the ideal cask and maturing it for just the right amount of time. Every bottle we produce is the result of a careful process followed since 1895, embracing innovative methods to push boundaries in whisky maturation.”

“We warmly congratulate the entire team at Gordon & MacPhail for creating such a complex, rich, and perfectly balanced whisky” said Sébastien Gavillet, Head of Tasting Panel.

Gordon MacPhail will receive the Golden Barrel Trophy for winning the Whisky of the Year during a ceremony to be held this fall in Elgin, Scotland.

Official results: www.whiskycompetition.com/2023-results

The International Whisky Competition, held annually, is widely recognized as one of the most influential whisky awards globally. A panel of whisky experts (Masters of Scotch, Masters of Bourbon, Certified Spirits Judges, Master Blenders, Distillers, and Whiskey Experts) rigorously double blind-taste each entry to identify the very best expressions across a range of categories from whiskies sent from all over the world. The International Whisky Competition tasting panel uses the most comprehensive tasting method available. 15 criteria are required to produce the tasting notes as well as aroma and flavor profiles of each whisky entered. Unlike other competitions, the judges are presented with one whisky at a time, to ensure each whisky gets the proper attention. It’s possibly the only competition in the whisky world to deliver unique medals designed to promote each of the winning whiskies. Only 3 medals (Gold, Silver & Bronze) are awarded per category. The Whisky of the Year (highest score during the competition) gets rewarded with the Golden Barrel Trophy.

The 14th edition of the International Whisky Competition took place in Bardstown, Kentucky over four days, from May 20th to 23rd, and received hundreds of whiskies from all around the world.

For more information about the International Whisky Competition, please visit whiskycompetition.com

What’s Cookin’ Today Wins Taste Award

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CRN Digital Talk Radio’s WHAT’S COOKIN’ TODAY Cooks Up Top Honors From The 2023 TASTE AWARDS

CRN’s Venerable Lifestyle Show Co-Hosted By Michael Horn And Swayde McCoy Wins A TASTE AWARDS For Best Food or Drink Radio Broadcast

LOS ANGELES – CRN Digital Talk Radio (www.crntalk.com) earned a prestigious top award from the 2023 TASTE AWARDS for its iconic food, wine, travel and lifestyle daily broadcast What’s Cookin’ Today co-hosted by CRN Founder and President Michael Horn and popular actor-writer-director Swayde McCoy.  What’s Cookin’ Today won its award for Best Food or Drink Radio Broadcast in a ceremony that took place in Beverly Hills and featured a star-studded lineup of food and fashion TV, Film and Video celebrities, including winners, nominees and presenters.

Oftentimes referred to as the Oscar™ event for the lifestyle industry, The TASTE AWARDS salutes the year’s best in Food, Fashion, Health, Travel, and Lifestyle programs on Television, in Film, Streaming and Online, on Radio, in Podcasts, and Photography. Launched in 2008, The TASTE AWARDS HAVE have featured appearances by stars, celebrities, producers and executives from networks and platforms such as the Food Network, the Style Network, Bravo, the Cooking Channel, Sony Pictures, DreamWorks, TLC, Discovery Communications, Lifetime Network, E! Entertainment Television, PBS, APT, Create TV, NBC, ABC, the CW, HGTV, the Travel Channel, HD Net, Hulu, YouTube, Vimeo, Vice, LiveWell Network, Esquire Network, Bio/FYI Channel, iHeart Radio, HBO, MyxTV, Small Screen Network, StyleHaul, PTA, Zagat, Mode Media, WatchMojo, Netflix, Amazon Prime, AMC International, Instagram, Facebook, TikTok, and more.

“What’s Cookin’ Today” is CRN Digital Talk Radio’s iconic premiere food, wine, travel and entertainment show that is a must-listen for fans nationwide who tune into the broadcast daily at 3:00PM on CRN1.  Co-hosts Michael Horn and Swayde McCoy welcome a variety of well-known guests from the world of entertainment as well as recognized figures in all categories of food, travel and lifestyle.  The result is a fun, breezy, free-flowing and informative program that delivers a taste of the good life five days a week.

“We are thrilled to have been selected as the TASTE AWARD winner in the all-important Best Food or Drink Radio Broadcast,” said Michael Horn.  “It’s quite an honor to be recognized by those who voted for What’s Cookin’ Today – and its quite an honor to bring the show daily to our incredible national listening audience.”

About CRN Talk Radio:

For over 30 years CRN Digital Talk Radio has served as the national platform for the hottest talent in talk radio to satellite and cable systems around the country, (including Cox Communications, Charter, Comcast Cable and others), as well as terrestrial broadcast radio stations, the Internet and a wide variety of talk radio applications, including its own CRN app available on the App Store, Google Play, Amazon and all other major app platforms.

For more on CRN Digital Talk Radio’s What’s Cookin’ Today visit: https://crntalk.com/whatscookintoday/

The Top Bourbons, Ryes, and Malt Whiskeys from Texas to Explore in 2023

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CEDAR PARK, TEXAS (PRWEB) – Each year the Texas Whiskey Festival hosts a competition to determine who has the best Texas Bourbon, Rye, Malt Whiskey, and newly added Flavored Whiskeys. The categories are also broken out between grain to glass and aged & bottled in Texas products. Both are spectacular but different, so we want to highlight that. The winners are chosen by a panel of judges in a blind tasting.

“We view the contest and awards as a guide for people to discover new whiskeys,” says Co-Founder Jake Clements. Everything entered in the contest is available for purchase by the bottle or glass, with some being in distribution and others being distillery-only releases.

These are the winners chosen by the judges, so we let Festival attendees have the opportunity to vote on their favorite distillery to decide the people’s choice award. Remember, the best whiskey is the one you like.

Bourbon: Grain to Glass

  • Gold – Silver Star Spirits – 1849 Straight Bourbon
  • Silver – Balcones Distilling – Blue Corn Bourbon finished in Wine Casks
  • Bronze – Yellow Rose Distilling – Harris County Bourbon

Bourbon: Aged and Bottled in Texas

  • Gold – Treaty Oak Distilling – 16 Year Tennessee Whiskey
  • Silver – Oak & Eden – Anthro Series: Forrie J Smith
  • Bronze – Dime Box Distilling – Single Barrel 6yr Sixth Street Bourbon

Rye Whiskey: Grain to Glass

  • Gold – Balcones Distilling – Texas Rye Bottled in Bond
  • Silver – Giant Texas Distillers – Cask Strength Rye
  • Bronze – Shire Distilling – Rye Whiskey

Rye Whiskey: Aged and Bottled in Texas

  • Gold – Blackland Distilling – Rye Whiskey
  • Silver – Old Humble Distilling – Double OakStraight Rye Whiskey
  • Bronze – Yellow Rose Distilling – Rye Whiskey

Malt Whiskey: Grain to Glass

  • Gold – Crowded Barrel Whiskey Co. – Single Mom Single Malt
  • Silver – Andalusia Whiskey Co. – Bottled in Bond Single Malt
  • Bronze – William Price Distilling – Single Malt Sherry Finished.

Flavored Whiskeys

  • Gold – Blackland Distilling – Texas Pecan Brown Sugar Bourbon
  • Silver – Treaty Oak Distilling – Old Fashioned Cocktail
  • Bronze – Silver Star Spirits – Texas Honey

Thank you to the Wizard Academy for hosting us. A big thank you to our talented judges.

  • Mark Shilling is the CEO at SUSTO Mezcal and Partner at Big Thirst. Former president of the American Craft Spirits Association and long-time advocate for the spirits industry instrumental in key legislative efforts.
  • Big Thirst represents some Texas brands, but Mark does not work on the production of any brands in the whiskey category.
  • Samantha Fletcher has 20+ years in the beverage and hospitality industry, mainly focused around education and business development. A champion of the craft, Samantha continues to advocate and spread the knowledge of the bold and unique world that is Texas Whiskey.
  • Matt Zitrick has enjoyed whiskey since birth, but really got into it when he turned 5 making cocktails with his grandfather. He is a level 3 Whiskey Sommelier, has run the Whiskey Crusaders YouTube Channel/Events since 2019, and has one the largest collections of Whiskey in America at over 3,000 bottles from around the globe. A supporter of all things Texas, and the best whiskey is the one you are enjoying right now.

About the Texas Whiskey Festival
The festival’s mission is simple: To help promote and enhance the brands of the many great distilleries throughout Texas. As an organization, we know that Texas has some of the best distilleries and whiskeys globally. The Texas Whiskey Festival is an opportunity to showcase that. For more information, please visit https://txwhiskeyfest.com.