PASO ROBLES, Calif. – A new era begins for Vina Robles under Courtney M. Benham Family of Wines (CMB Family of Wines), marking a bold step forward for this historic brand. Since its founding in 1998, Vina Robles has played a key role in establishing Paso Robles as a premier wine region, known for crafting…
Napa, California – Festival Napa Valley is introducing a “Choose Your Price” ticket model for the 2025 Summer Season, a first in the region. This new option, launching in March with single-ticket sales, advances the Festival’s Arts for All mission by allowing attendees to select ticket prices that fit their budgets. “Access to the arts…
When I was in California and took to foraging at a local Trader Joe’s store, I saw a new single malt whisky on their shelves: Pōkeno from New Zealand for only $49.99. Did some googling and found this nice review from @execs_whiskey_club on Instagram. It was entered into the 2024 San Francisco World Spirits Competition…
Very excited about our now-annual November visit to Napa wineries – our Thanksgiving Chef Ann (my husband’s sister) moved to No CA so we follow her there now for dinner and enjoy wine tasting on the same trip! I had already shared a teaser of who we were to visit in this blog, read it…
Scout & Cellar Celebrates Momentous B Corp Certification Achievement by Participating in Come Over October DALLAS, /PRNewswire/ — Scout & Cellar®, the trailblazer in the Clean-Crafted™ wine movement, is excited to announce its B Corp certification, making it the first winery in Texas to earn this prestigious distinction and one of only 60 wineries globally. Following its recent acquisition…
Cognac Cask Finish Straight Wheat Whiskey is the newest release to join the Cask Finish Series FORT COLLINS, Colo., /PRNewswire/ — Old Elk Distillery is proud to announce a new release within its Cask Finish Series, launching its first Straight Wheat Whiskey finished in French Limousine Cognac Casks. The Cask Finish Series is based on Old Elk’s core…
Innovation defies category norms, delivering an unparalleled bold and smooth whiskey experience using old world French winemaking technique STAMFORD, Conn., /PRNewswire/ — Redemption Whiskey is thrilled to welcome the award-winning Redemption Sur Lee Straight Rye Whiskey into its highly sought after Specialty Series. This first-of-its-kind whiskey draws inspiration from the French winemaking process, known as Sur Lie, to…
In planning our trip to the Kentucky Bourbon Fest this year, we decided to spend a few more days after the fest in Louisville and visit some of the distilleries there. Last year, the first time we covered the fest, we stayed a few extra days in Bardstown to do the same. So today I’m…
We really didn’t know exactly what to expect after we accepted this invitation that involved both Texas whiskies and a big Las Vegas horse rider-themed event: I am excited to be reaching out on behalf of TX Whiskey, the award-winning brand from Fort Worth, Texas who has partnered with American writer, producer, director and actor, Taylor…
Challenge yourself, your friends, and family to try new bourbons AND win exciting prizes in celebration of Bourbon Heritage Month ST. LOUIS, Aug. 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Bourbon & Banter will kick off National Bourbon Heritage Month with plenty of giveaways during the 11th annual “30 Days of Bourbon Challenge” starting September 1. This sip-and-salute celebration commemorates that auspicious…