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This week, I had the pleasure of chatting with Jeremy Tod, Chief Winemaker at Giesen Wines, about the 2024 vintage in New Zealand. 🌏🍷 With 22 vintages under his belt, Jeremy shares why 2024 was a "Winemaker's Dream." From vineyard work to the unique challenges of crafting both alcoholic and non-alcoholic wines, Jeremy gives us an inside look at what made this year so special. If you're curious about what goes into a standout vintage, you won't want to miss this episode!
Alexander Gottschalk (https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexander-gottschalk-641838223/)
Jeremy Tod, Giesen Wines (https://giesen.co.nz/)
Shownotes:
(00:00:00) Giesen Wines
(00:06:16) The vintage 2024 in New Zealand
(00:09:25) How to deal with vintage variations in marketing
(00:11:46) Wine vs. 0.0 wine
(00:16:57) 2025 hopes
(00:19:27) Gin as a by-product
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In this week's Weekly Update #188, we dive into the latest happenings in the world of wine, spirits, and beyond. From the start of the grape harvest in Germany to a record-breaking wine barrel race, we’re covering it all! 🌍🍇 Discover how a South African winery is using drones to drop wasps to battle vine pests, and why Gen Z is trading cheap booze for premium wines. Plus, we explore trends like the rise of tap wine and the shift toward premium wines in China. Don’t miss the quirky stories, like Beaujolais Nouveau now arriving in lemonade bottles and the UK’s potential ban on smoking in pub gardens. 🍷✈️ Stay updated with the latest developments in the wine and spirits world!
Alexander Gottschalk (https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexander-gottschalk-641838223/)
Shownotes:
(00:00:00) Harvest in Germany started
https://www.meiningers-international.com/wine/news/harvest-begins-germany
(00:03:05) Crazy wine barrel race sees record winner in 2024
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MAO9ZZgqAc4
(00:05:16) South African winery drone-drops wasps to fight leaf-roll virus
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2024/08/south-african-wine-producer-drone-drops-wasps-on-vineyard/
(00:07:09) Social Media usage in Germany declines
https://www.meiningers-international.com/wine/news/social-media-slightly-losing-influence-germany
(00:10:42) Can "Come Over October" change the negative view on alcohol?
https://www.comeoveroctober.com/why-this/
(00:13:10) Tap wine is trending - kegs and cans on the rise
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/food/article-13792955/tap-wine-trendy-wetherspoon.html
(00:15:54) Gen Z is ditching cheap alcohol in favor of expensive wines
https://www.dailymail.co.uk/femail/article-13726913/Gen-Z-ditch-cheap-plonk-Young-drinkers-opting-expensive-bottles-heading-wine-RAVES-joining-YouTube-vino-club-consciously-aware-effects-alcohol.html
(00:19:08) The German Nutrition Society recommends avoiding alcohol
https://www.dge.de/wissenschaft/stellungnahmen-und-fachinformationen/positionen/alkohol/
(00:20:43) UK Government plans to ban smoking in pub gardens
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2024/08/government-plans-to-ban-smoking-in-pub-gardens/
(00:23:35) Ryanair CEO calls for drinks limits at airports
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2024/08/ryanair-ceo-calls-for-drinks-limits-at-airports/
(00:26:30) Emirates launches wine classes for cabin crew
https://www.emirates.com/media-centre/emirates-launches-elite-wine-learning-experiences-for-cabin-crew---lart-du-vin/
(00:28:22) Beaujolais Nouveau Now Comes in a Lemonade Bottle
https://www.meiningers-international.com/wine/news/beaujolais-nouveau-now-comes-lemonade-bottle
(00:30:37) Accolade CEO quits after deal with Pernod Ricard
https://winetitles.com.au/accolade-boss-reportedly-quits-after-merger-announcement/
(00:31:24) Treasury Wine Estates reports 8% rise in profit
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2024/08/treasury-wine-estates-reports-8-rise-in-profit/
(00:32:21) TWE to open own premium winery in China
https://www.meiningers-international.com/wine/news/penfolds-invests-china
(00:33:23) TWE to sell cheaper labels to focus more on premium
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2024/08/treasury-to-sell-off-wolf-blass-and-blossom-hill/
(00:34:29) 19 Crimes calls out wine snobbery with "whine list"
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2024/08/19-crimes-calls-out-wine-snobbery-with-whine-list/
(00:37:26 ) Pernod Ricard invests in Lewis Hamiltons Non-Alcoholic Tequila brand
https://www.beveragedaily.com/Article/2024/08/29/Pernod-Ricard-invests-in-Lewis-Hamilton-s-non-alcoholic-tequila-alternative#
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Just wrapped up my California wine trip, and I'm sharing everything you need to know! From a standout Zinfandel and the best Pinot Noir finds to insider tips on planning your own California wine journey. Plus, we’re digging into the truth behind Napa’s greenwashing and why its vineyards are under the spotlight. Whether you’re a wine lover or just curious, this episode’s got the scoop!
Alexander Gottschalk (https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexander-gottschalk-641838223/)
Shownotes:
(00:00:00) The story of a great Zinfandel
(00:04:38) California wine wrap-up
How to prepare a wine trip
https://youtu.be/DMplwKEoi0w
California Pinot Noir
https://youtu.be/dH6mh_8Gk90
The Sideways Story
https://youtu.be/bzcWxu5bZ0s
(00:11:54) Preparation, Reservation, Moderation
(00:23:09) Marketing, Storytelling and Washing
Napa Greenwashing
https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2024/08/is-napa-green-just-greenwashing
Ranking Napa’s vineyards
https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2024/08/ranking-napas-vineyard-areas
Missing rules in Napa
https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2024/08/napa-should-avoid-european-style-rules
(00:36:32) The Alcohol-Free Paradise
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The week showed us that the future of the industry is focused on collabs and an healthier lifestyle. Alcohol-free drinks and vegan food are just some of the drivers. And movie theatres are showing one of the biggest stories in the history of wine.
Alexander Gottschalk (https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexander-gottschalk-641838223/)
Shownotes:
(00:00:00) How to spot a tourist in a wine region
(00:02:33) More people are starting their holidays healthier - vegan and alcohol-free
https://uk.news.yahoo.com/manchester-airport-reports-rise-alcohol-100620792.html
(00:05:06) Heineken 0.0 launches tennis-themed limited edition for the U.S. Open
https://www.themanual.com/food-and-drink/heineken-love-love/
(00:07:17) Austria's first No-Lo shop launched
https://www.falstaff.com/at/news/neues-kein-low-angebot-in-der-markterei-wien
Lucas’ Shop: https://keinundlow.at/
(00:09:02) Lemonade stands are becoming a million dollar business industry - but not for children
https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/smallbusiness/not-just-for-kids-anymore-adults-turn-to-lemonade-stands-as-side-hustles/ar-AA1oXDKL
(00:11:4) Alcohol consumption in Ireland down by one-third in the past two decades
https://www.breakingnews.ie/ireland/alcohol-consumption-falling-drinks-industry-says-1662540.html
(00:13:42) UK’s oldest brewer collaborates with wine industry
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2024/08/britains-oldest-brewer-launches-english-wine/
(00:16:14) Mayor wants to ban cruise ships from Bordeaux
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2024/08/mayor-wants-to-ban-cruise-ships-from-bordeaux/
(00:19:01) The bad way of fizz' underwater ageing
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2024/08/divers-remove-discarded-champagne-bottles-from-seabed/
(00:20:25) Michelin star restaurant celebrates 30th anniversary at the prices of 1994
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2024/08/st-john-offers-old-menu-at-old-prices/
(00:22:26) LVMH teams up with Beyoncé on American Whisky
https://www.just-drinks.com/newsletters/lvmh-teams-up-with-beyonce-on-american-whisky-brand-sirdavis
(00:24:00) Champagne Pioneer Widow Clicquot Shines in UK Cinemas
https://www.theguardian.com/film/article/2024/aug/20/widow-clicquot-review-haley-bennett-tom-sturridge-sam-riley
(00:25:08) Special event series planned for 20th anniversary of Sideways
https://www.winebusiness.com/news/article/291607
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This is for all Pinot Noir lovers.. just like me. This episode gives you an overview over the different styles of California Pinot Noir and recommendations for wineries to try. Let me know if I missed some and I’ll try and add them.
Alexander Gottschalk (https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexander-gottschalk-641838223/)
Shownotes:
(00:00:00) International Pinot Noir Day
(00:01:33) History of California
https://www.baywinebrokers.com/best-and-worst-california/
https://carpe-travel.com/wine-country-california-wine-travel-guide/
(00:06:35) Climate and Geography
Google Earth Map https://earth.google.com/web/search/california/@37.72729788,-120.20292016,58.82074425a,1344815.19431993d,35y,0h,0t,0r/data=CigiJgokCVS9rmJbvUBAEVO9rmJbvUDAGZiqaPVZjTJAIcN4AkQz4VfA
Fact Sheet https://wineinstitute.org/our-industry/statistics/wine-fact-sheets/pinot-noir/
(00:13:27) Anderson Valley
(00:15:19) Russian River Valley
(00:17:29) Sonoma Coast
(00:18:15) Los Carneros
(00:20:11) Santa Cruz Mountains
(00:20:52) Santa Lucia Highlands (Monterey)
(00:22:01) Chalone
(00:025:53) Paso Robles
(00:26:43) San Luis Obispo
(00:28:22) Sta. Rita Hills
(00:29:38) Santa Maria Valley
(00:30:09) Outro
Los Olivos Wine Merchant & Café https://www.winemerchantcafe.com/
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Greetings from Hollywood! This episode is full of drama, comedy, action and happy ends. There was a lot going on in the wine industry this week, a mix of history, AI and innovative ideas. Check it out!
Alexander Gottschalk (https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexander-gottschalk-641838223/)
Shownotes:
(00:00:00) Intro: Chalone Chardonnax 2021
(00:02:51 ) Workers at Jacob’s Creek winery reach deal with Pernod Ricard following strike
https://www.just-drinks.com/newsletters/workers-at-jacobs-creek-winery-reach-deal-with-pernod-ricard
(00:04:20) Hawesko again down in sales
https://www.meininger.de/wein/handel/hawesko-verliert-im-ersten-halbjahr
(00:06:02) Biodynamic welsh winery Ancre Hill up for sale
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2024/08/organic-welsh-vineyard-goes-on-sale-for-3-4-million/
(00:07:27) USA is considering to adjust dietary guidelines regarding alcohol and dairy products
https://www.wsj.com/health/wellness/dairy-diet-cheese-health-a5f09dee
(00:10:06) 1500y old Roman wine cellar in Italy discovered
https://winenews.it/en/in-san-gimignano-in-the-vernaccia-area-a-roman-cellar-dating-back-over-1800-years-has-been-discovered_533380/
(00:12:21) Russia goes different ways with alcohol
https://www.meininger.de/wein/handel/russland-trinkt-mehr-und-anders
(00:15:33) Microsoft and Prosecco are fighting counterfeit wines with AI
https://winenews.it/en/microsoft-italy-national-mint-and-prosecco-doc-consortium-against-counterfeiting-with-ai_533307
(00:17:57) AI checks legal drinking age of shop customers
https://www.meininger.de/wein/handel/weinverkauf-ki-prueft-kundenalter
(00:20:25 ) 7-Eleven allows customers to drink inside stores
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2024/08/7-eleven-allows-customers-to-drink-inside-stores/
(00:23:00) Judgement of Paris
Affiliate Link to the Book of George Taber: https://amzn.to/4croYR5
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In this episode, we dive into the incredible impact of the 2004 film Sideways on the wine industry. How did a single movie cause Pinot Noir to become the darling of wine lovers and lead to a dramatic decline in Merlot sales? We explore the cultural and economic ripple effects of Sideways, discuss how it shifted consumer preferences, and analyze its long-lasting influence on wine marketing and tourism.
Plus, we debunk some myths surrounding the so-called "Merlot massacre" and look at how the wine industry continues to feel the effects of this cinematic phenomenon. Whether you’re a wine enthusiast or just curious about how media shapes trends, this episode is for you!
Alexander Gottschalk (https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexander-gottschalk-641838223/)
Shownotes:
(00:00:00) What is Sideways
(00:03:22) Pinot vs. Merlot
https://citeseerx.ist.psu.edu/document?repid=rep1&type=pdf&doi=5fb396fcb71b311abc1482c2f684498dadaf119d
(00:10:16) The role of Media
(00:14:31) My personal view
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This week was dominated by early harvest news and some countries changing their view on alcohol advertising. In addition, some big brand news coming up. TWE sells its entry level wine brands to Constellation and the Premier League has its first ever alcohol-free sponsorship.
Alexander Gottschalk (https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexander-gottschalk-641838223/)
Shownotes:
(00:00:00) Spain wants to limit alcohol advertising
https://www.just-drinks.com/newsletters/spain-drafts-alcohol-advertising-laws-to-tackle-underage-consumption
(00:04:08) Canada pushes for alcohol advertising ban
https://toronto.citynews.ca/2024/08/08/senator-to-call-for-advertising-ban-for-beer-wine-and-liquor-amid-push-for-alcohol-warning-labels/
(00:07:00) Alcohol Advertising Now Allowed on TikTok
https://www.winebusiness.com/news/link/290897
(00:10:12) Napa Valley kicks off harvest for Whites and Sparklings
https://www.winebusiness.com/news/article/290961
(00:11:18 ) Heatwave forces Hungary to an earlier harvest
https://www.reuters.com/business/environment/hungarys-white-wine-under-threat-heatwave-forces-early-harvest-2024-08-07/
(00:13:07) Austria's earliest harvest in more than four decades
https://www.der-winzer.at/news/2024/08/frueheste-ernte-seit-mehr-als-vier-jahrzehnten.html
(00:14:26) Sicily starts harvest two weeks earlier
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2024/08/donnafugata-starts-harvest-two-weeks-early/
(00:15:11) Bordeaux imposes fines for neglected vineyards
https://www.meininger.de/wein/politik-und-verbaende/bussgelder-wegen-vernachlaessigter-weinberge
(00:17:03) Burgundy wine thief sentenced to prison and a fine
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2024/08/trusted-burgundy-worker-stole-8000-bottles-of-fine-wine-from-employers/
(00:18:13) Aldi fools wine buffs with cheap supermarket wine
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2024/08/wine-buffs-fooled-by-aldi-cheap-wine-stunt/
(00:21:11) Bordeaux Cru winery pioneers white wine labelled as vin de France
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2024/08/chateau-dissan-it-is-time-to-anticipate-and-innovate/
(00:23:55) Wine bottle manufacturers from China, Chile and Mexico are facing US tariffs up to 200%
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2024/08/chinese-wine-bottles-hit-with-us-tariffs/
(00:25:53) 0.0 beer has become the entry-level pint in the UK
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2024/08/why-non-alcoholic-beer-has-become-the-entry-level-pint/
(00:28:32) UK's Premier League signs first ever non-alcoholic beer partner
https://www.bevindustry.com/articles/96816-athletic-brewing-co-named-non-alcoholic-beer-partner-of-arsenal-fc
(00:30:08) TWE sells big commercial wine brands to Constellation
https://a.storyblok.com/f/171317/x/5a46659274/tpb-impairment-intended-commercial-divestment-f24-ebits.pdf
https://www.meininger.de/wein/erzeuger/treasury-trennt-sich-von-handelsmarken
(00:31:48) Henkell Freixenet sees Crémant sales climb 16%
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2024/08/sparkling-giant-sees-cremant-sales-climb-16/
(00:33:18) Cloudy Bay's AI bot writes your out-of-office note
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2024/08/cloudy-bays-ai-chatbot-helps-you-log-off-emails/
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This is the first edition of our new format Marketing Sips where we want to give insights into marketing strategies of successful brands in the drinks industry. This part gives insights into the alcohol-free market of Austria and Germany. In addition, we talk about a new way of making sparkling tea with a special fermentation.
Alexander Gottschalk (https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexander-gottschalk-641838223/)
Shownotes:
(00:00:00) Lucas Matthies, kein&low
(00:12:56) Klemens Schraml, Combuchant
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The Olympics are not only this week's focus due to the lack of alcohol being served. In addition, many brands have highlighted their partnerships with the Olympics. In Germany and the UK, alcohol-free beer is also gaining attention.Alexander Gottschalk (https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexander-gottschalk-641838223/)Shownotes:(00:00:00) Wildfires in California and Priorathttps://www.hudin.com/wildfire-burns-vines-in-la-figuera-priorat/(00:02:52) Jacob's Creek workers strike over uncertain future https://www.just-drinks.com/news/jacobs-creek-staff-set-for-strike-action-amid-pernod-wine-sale-concerns/(00:04:16) Early harvest start in Fitou, France https://www.vitisphere.com/actualite-102518-coup-denvoi-des-vendanges-2024-en-france.html(00:06:19) Booze ban at Olympics causes controversy https://www.nbcnews.com/sports/olympics/americans-paris-olympics-dumbfounded-no-alcohol-sporting-events-rcna164290(00:10:09) How the Olympics shape the wine industry https://nyetimber.com/shop/celebration-sparkling-wine-gifts-and-accessories/https://www.henkell-freixenet.com/en/news/newsroom/detail/2024-summer-olympics-in-paris-the-german-house-celebrates-with-henkell-sekt.htmlhttps://www.lvmh.com/lvmh-is-premium-partner-of-the-olympic--paralympic-games-paris-2024(00:12:56) How LVMH is making the Olympics the Luxury Games https://www.theglobeandmail.com/life/style/article-lvmh-olympics-sponsor/(00:15:37) Wines and spirits struggle at LVMH https://www.meiningers-international.com/wine/news/wines-and-spirits-struggle-lvmh(00:16:44) Diageo looses in spirits but wins in beer https://www.cnbc.com/2024/07/30/diageo-plunges-10percent-on-sales-decline-but-guinness-a-bright-spot.html(00:18:13) Guinness 0.0 has surpassed Heineken 0.0 to become UK’s biggest alcohol-free beer https://www.thegrocer.co.uk/alcohol/guinness-00-leapfrogs-heineken-00-to-become-uks-biggest-alcohol-free-beer/693924.article(00:20:33) Non-alcoholic beer sales double in Germany https://www.just-drinks.com/news/in-data-non-alcoholic-beer-production-in-germany-doubles-in-last-decade/(00:23:44) Japanese Brewery invented mindful drinking beer glass https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E9anggeMcBU
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This is the first edition of our new format Marketing Sips where we want to give insights into marketing strategies of successful brands in the drinks industry. This part is focused on how to position your alcohol-free brand in different markets with a focus on Germany. This is also why two of the three guests were interviewed in German.
Alexander Gottschalk (https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexander-gottschalk-641838223/)
Shownotes:
(00:00:00) Intro
(00:02:17) DEUTSCH Thomas Diehl, Weingut Diehl, VINO
(00:14:34) DEUTSCH Luca Dahms, senzo
(00:27:31) ENGLISH Danny Harper, Le Moderato
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Counterfeit wine, the end of teenage drinking in Germany and the first scandal of the Olympics. This week had everything. In addition, we talk about growing alcohol-free brands and the positive outlook on the future of alcohol-free beer.
Alexander Gottschalk (https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexander-gottschalk-641838223/)
Get your personal Pinot Cork Cap exclusively here:
https://pinotpixel.com/products/original-pinot-cork-snapback-basecapShownotes:
(00:00:00) Intro
(00:02:46) Bordeaux vine-pull falls short of target
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2024/07/bordeaux-vine-pull-falls-short-of-target/
(00:03:50) Billionaire linked to Wine Fraud Scandal
https://vino-joy.com/2024/07/19/billionaire-wood-chen-linked-to-nt1-billion-fake-wine-scandal-in-taiwan/
(00:08:05) Champagne growers call for yield reduction
https://finance.yahoo.com/news/champagne-makers-call-reduced-grape-124517935.html
Champagne limits yields for 2024
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2024/07/champagne-limits-yields-to-below-290m-bottles-for-2024/
(00:11:03) 100y old Champagne bottles discovered under sea
https://www.instagram.com/p/C9w2VTKN0lb/?igsh=MTJjN2phaGozbmNrdQ%3D%3D&img_index=7
(00:14:50) TWE denies bid on Chapel Down
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2024/07/treasury-wine-estates-denies-chapel-down-takeover-bid/
(00:15:52) Gusbourne put up for sale
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2024/07/lord-ashcroft-opens-possibility-of-gusbourne-sale/
Interview with Mary Bridges, Gusbourne Head Winemaker
https://youtu.be/NEforGgRrcU
(00:16:44) Restaurant tester quits job after negative health check
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2024/07/nyt-restaurant-critic-quits-after-medical-exam/
(00:18:42) The end of teenage drinking in Germany?
https://www.dw.com/en/alcohol-abuse-will-liberal-germany-ban-teenage-drinking/a-69705933
(00:19:58) New rules for advertising alcohol in Germany
https://www.meininger.de/wein/erzeuger/strengere-werberegeln-fuer-social-media
Zebra Striping
https://pinotpixel.medium.com/the-real-deal-with-zebra-striping-28480f52a557
Werberat überarbeitet SoMe Richtlinien
ttps://werberat.de/allgemein/werberat_ueberarbeitet_socialmedia_leitlinien/
(00:22:37) Chile introduces health guidelines on drinks packaging
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2024/07/chile-introduces-health-guidelines-on-drinks-bottles/
(00:27:23) Edenvale opens $5m facility for alcohol-free wine
https://retailworldmagazine.com.au/edenvale-opens-5m-processing-facility/
(00:28:33) Bright outlook for non-alcoholic beer
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2024/07/what-is-the-outlook-for-non-alcoholic-beer/
(00:33:05) Free Brews for Olympics
https://insider.fitt.co/press-release/athletic-brewing-company-offers-free-brews-to-celebrate-summer-of-sport/
(00:34:26) Corona Cero starts the battle for the alcohol-free beer market
https://uk.finance.yahoo.com/news/corona-ceros-olympic-bet-ramps-051711958.html
(00:35:30) Japanese gymnast banned from Olympics after drinking and smoking
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2024/07/japanese-gymnast-banned-from-olympics-after-drinking-alcohol/
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This episode dives into the world of wine critics & rating systems (100pt Parker & Suckling, 20pt Gabriel & Robinson, 5pt Vivino). We explore the articles on wine critic influence & challenges, debate the value of point systems altogether. Should we ditch the scores & explore wines based on personal taste & discovery? Cheers to that!
Alexander Gottschalk (https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexander-gottschalk-641838223/)
Shownotes:
(00:00:00) Intro
(00:01:56) Wine experts: MW and MS
https://www.mastersommeliers.org/certification/exams/exam-faqs
https://www.mastersofwine.org/about-us/faqs
(00:04:04) The 100 Point Scale
https://www.robertparker.com/about/the-rating-system
(00:06:09) The 20 Point Scale
https://bottled-grapes.de/rene-gabriel-weinkritiker-portraet/
(00:09:03 ) The 5 point scale
https://wine-family.com/pages/the-vivino-5-star-rating-system-what-you-need-to-know
(00:12:27) Overview over all rating systems
https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0527/6177/files/how_we_rate_wines.pdf
https://www.munichwinecompany.com/de/mwc-wine-scoring.html
(00:13:49) Judging in general
https://wineeconomist.com/2008/02/09/wine-by-the-numbers-rating-the-wine-rating-systems/
How good critics really are
https://medium.com/the-global-wine-score/who-are-the-wine-critics-with-the-closest-ratings-to-the-global-wine-score-1bb5b3d117d0
(00:17:30) Jamie Goode’s article
https://wineanorak.com/2024/05/07/some-wines-are-beyond-criticism/
(00:20:47 ) Olivers Perspective
https://olivers-wines.com.au/the-choices-every-wine-critic-needs-to-make/
(00:22:53) Conclusion
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What a week again. Beer, Wine, and Spirits. Pernod Ricard sells eleven of its wine brands and focuses on spirits and premium drinks in the future. Germany opens the first alcohol-free beer garden while the beer industry is forecasted to grow significantly. And Pfalz and Burgundy are innovating the wine industry with brilliant ideas while Treasury Wine Estates continues to grow its innovation hub.
Alexander Gottschalk (https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexander-gottschalk-641838223/)
Shownotes:
(00:00:00) First alcohol-free beer garden in Munich
https://www.theguardian.com/world/article/2024/jul/17/munich-home-of-the-oktoberfest-to-open-alcohol-free-beer-garden
(00:04:41) Wine Princess Reloaded: Pfalz revolutionises the system
https://www.meininger.de/weinbau/politik-und-verbaende/pfalz-kuenftig-ohne-weinkoenigin
(00:07:16) $10m integrated automation and barrel handling system launched
https://theshout.com.au/twe-launches-10m-automation-in-barossa-winery/
(00:09:14) Burgundy's new carbon-friendly strategy
https://www.vitisphere.com/news-102391-burgundy-wines-lighten-their-bottles-and-their-carbon-footprint.html
(00:12:20) Pernod Ricard sells most of its wine brands
https://www.winebusiness.com/news/article/290066
(00:14:23) Will wine loose the race against spirits?
https://www.worldspiritsalliance.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/WSA-Economic-Contribution-Report-2024.pdf
(00:20:06) Pernod Ricard doubles down on American whiskey
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2024/07/pernod-ricard-doubles-down-on-american-whiskey/
(00:22:06) Summer of sports pushes global beer market
https://www.reuters.com/business/retail-consumer/summer-sport-help-revive-global-beer-sales-2024-05-08/
(00:24:05) Global beer category forecast to grow
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2024/07/global-beer-category-forecast-to-grow/
Worldwide beer production declines
https://www.meininger.de/bier/brauereien/bierproduktion-weltweit-ruecklaeufig
Record sales for Budweiser and Veltins
https://www.meininger.de/bier/brauereien/rekordabsaetze-fuer-budweiser-budvar
https://www.meininger.de/bier/brauereien/veltins-verkuendet-bestes-halbjahresergebnis
(00:26:19) China's beer market forecast for growth
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2024/07/chinas-beer-market-to-see-upspike-as-drinkers-go-premium/
https://www.cnbc.com/2024/07/15/china-beer-consumption-expected-to-recover-in-the-second-half-.html
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Vintage 2024 is ready, at least in the Southern Hemisphere. Dominated by severe weather conditions, most countries experienced lower yields but high grape quality. We dive deeper into the most important regions in that area, discussing the growing season and providing some numbers to give you an overview and a sense of the vintage.
Alexander Gottschalk (https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexander-gottschalk-641838223/)
Shownotes:
(00:00:00) Some things to clarify in the beginning
(00:04:39) Argentina vintage 2024
https://v1.vinous.com/articles/the-bewildering-2024-season-in-argentina-jun-2024
https://www.winespectator.com/articles/despite-frost-and-fire-south-american-vintners-are-happy-with-harvest
(00:08:54) Brazil vintage 2024
https://brazilian.report/business/2024/05/16/wine-industry-floods-climate-chaos/
https://www.statista.com/statistics/757971/grape-production-volume-brazil/
https://southamericawineguide.com/winter-wines-colheita-de-inverno-brazil-wine/
(00:13:17) Chile vintage 2024
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2024/07/chiles-2024-harvest-long-but-outstanding/
(00:16:30) Uruguay vintage 2024
https://www.decanter.com/wine-news/uruguay-harvest-report-2024-528752/
(00:19:37) South Africa vintage 2024
https://sawine.co.za/quality-and-resilience-characterise-the-2024-south-africa-wine-harvest/
https://www.jancisrobinson.com/articles/south-africa-harvest-2024-report
(00:22:18) Australia vintage 2024
https://www.wineaustralia.com/market-insights/national-vintage-report
https://www.wineselectors.com.au/selector-magazine/wine/2024-vintage-report
(00:25:31) New Zealand vintage 2024
https://www.indevin.com/news-1/indevin2024harvestreview
NZ Kiwi https://www.fructidor.com/newsdetail.aspx?idn=69891
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The Euro 2024 is coming to an end and the last day will be a blast for wine and beer industry. This episode is dominated by big brands, and their success stories and marketing campaigns.
Alexander Gottschalk (https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexander-gottschalk-641838223/)
Shownotes:
(00:00:00) Euro 2024 boosts UK gastronomy
https://www.thespiritsbusiness.com/2024/07/euros-boost-london-bars-by-30m/
(00:02:34) Pub campaigners furious at Coop's Euros ad
https://beertoday.co.uk/2024/07/04/coop-euros-tv-ad-0724/
(00:04:37) Biggest day for UK drinks industry expected on Sunday
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2024/07/drinks-trade-prepares-for-euro-2024-final/
(00:06:00) Carlsberg Billion Dollar Deal with non-alcoholic producer Britvic
https://www.reuters.com/markets/deals/soft-drinks-maker-britvic-recommends-423-bln-sweetened-bid-carlsberg-2024-07-08/
(00:07:35) Malartic-Lagravière's boosts wine tourism strategy during the olympics
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2024/07/chateau-malartic-lagraviere/
(00:09:20) Maserati celebrates Tignanello's 50th anniversary with a special edition
https://www.the-luxuryreport.com/maserati-x-tignanello/
(00:10:52) Female led brewery launches beer made with hops grown on sexist beer ads compost
https://onmilwaukee.com/articles/prost-mathilde
(00:13:46) Consultant recommends Refosco grape for Bordeaux to adapt to climate change
https://www.decanter.com/wine-news/bordeaux-oenologist-recommends-refosk-grape-for-climate-change-534056/
(00:16:02) Spanish vineyards hit be severe hail storm
https://www.decanter.com/wine-news/vineyards-in-northwestern-spain-hit-by-extreme-weather-533892/
(00:17:12) Wildfire burns 8000ha of vines in Santa Barbara
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2024/07/wildfire-scorches-19000-acres-in-santa-barbara/
(00:18:18) Wine Bottle Device Chill-O-Meter helps to identify perfect drinking temperature
https://manifestlabels.com/how-it-works/
(00:21:34) Athletic Brewing successfully closes equity financing round
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2024/07/athletic-brewing-closes-on-us50m-equity-financing-round/
(00:23:02) Giesen significantly expands its alcohol-free production capacity to meet growing market demand
https://www.thepress.co.nz/business/350331643/giesen-gets-bigger-0-wine-machine-demand-rises
(00:24:41) Aldi launches new wines that 'promise' not to give you a hangover
https://www.lancs.live/whats-on/food-drink-news/aldi-launches-new-wine-promises-29472231
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There is a recurring pattern in the wine industry: whenever wine consumption drops, we dig up old studies and try to sugarcoat our wine consumption. But how healthy is wine consumption? And can we really rely on the studies? Tune in to get the answer.
Alexander Gottschalk (https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexander-gottschalk-641838223/)
Shownotes:
(00:00:00) The „Wine is Healthy“ Dilemma
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2024/06/the-scientific-studies-showing-the-health-benefits-of-wine/
(00:02:32) The foundation: three different studies with false causality
J-Curve (Leger, Cochrane, 1979) https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/86728/
Resveratrol Claim (Siemann, 1992) https://www.ajevonline.org/content/43/1/49.short
French Paradox (Richard, Cambien, 1981) https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/7220281/
(00:03:37) How healthy is (red) wine consumption
https://www.heart.org/en/news/2019/05/24/drinking-red-wine-for-heart-health-read-this-before-you-toast
(00:04:22) Mushrooms as an example
Microdosing and tripping on mushrooms is on the rise in U.S.
https://www.npr.org/sections/shots-health-news/2024/06/27/nx-s1-5021788/magic-mushrooms-psilocybin-microdosing-psychedelics-trends
(00:07:19) The J Curve demystified
(00:11:55) Cardiovascular benefits and blood pressure
https://nutrition.org/french-paradox-really-wine/
(00:13:24) French paradox deromanticized
https://nutrition.org/french-paradox-really-wine/
(00:15:29) There are still doctors claiming it based on old studies that were demonstrably wrong
https://magazin.wein.plus/faq/wein-und-gesundheit/welche-positiven-effekte-hat-wein-auf-die-gesundheit
Alcohol before exams
https://www.kenn-dein-limit.de/alkoholverzicht/weniger-alkohol-trinken/anders-entspannen/
(00:19:22) All About Balance
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Marketing coups at its best in this episode: wine turned into a barbecue sauce and hats against flying pints. We also try to clarify what the end of the dinosaurs has to do with the growth of vines and how expensive your next Oktoberfest visit will be.
Alexander Gottschalk (https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexander-gottschalk-641838223/)
Shownotes:
(00:00:00) Former employee arrested in Spanish winery vandalism case
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2024/07/woman-arrested-in-spanish-winery-intruder-case/
(00:02:57) Fraudster sentenced over $13m wine investment scam
https://www.decanter.com/wine-news/fraudster-sentenced-over-13m-wine-investment-scam-in-us-533614/
(00:04:52) Winery turns smoke tainted Pinot into BBQ sauce
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2024/07/oregon-winery-turns-800-cases-of-tainted-pinot-into-bbq-sauce/
(00:07:05) French winery ships wine by boat to the US
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2024/06/maison-joseph-drouhin-announces-its-first-wine-transport-by-cargo-ship-to-the-us/
(00:08:56) The best wine lists in the world announced
https://www.falstaff.com/at/news/die-besten-weinkarten-der-welt-muenchner-sticks-stones-winebar-ausgezeichnet
(00:11:10) Buckfast makes its way towards top gastronomy
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2024/07/buckfast-teams-up-with-top-chef-to-shake-off-unsavoury-image/
(00:0015:29) UK cracks magical barrier of 1000 vineyards
https://www.decanter.com/wine-reviews-tastings/the-uk-now-boasts-more-than-1000-vineyards-533772/
UK Wine Industry Data 2023
https://winegb.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Industry-Data-Infographic-2024-FINAL.pdf
(00:18:52) Death of dinosaurs responsible for wine
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2024/07/death-of-dinosaurs-responsible-for-wine/
(00:22:45) "Mass" Bier at Oktoberfest 2024 will break €15 barrier for the first time
https://www.falstaff.com/de/news/wiesn-bier-so-teuer-wird-die-mass-auf-dem-oktoberfest-2024
(00:24:46) Carlsberg UK releases hats to protect from ‘flying pints’
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2024/06/carlsberg-uk-releases-hats-to-protect-from-flying-pints/
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This episode will give you my top sources for wine news every single week. And it’s not only newsletter. There is even some printed sources mentioned.
Alexander Gottschalk (https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexander-gottschalk-641838223/)
Shownotes:
(00:00:00) Intro
(00:01:57) Books
(00:05:50) Newspapers
(00:08:18) Podcasts
https://www.xchateau.com/
https://vinepair.com/podcast-network/
https://watch.sommtv.com/the-somm-tv-podcast-series
https://themakerandthemerchant.podbean.com/
(00:13:16) Newsletters
https://subscriptions.unionpress.co.uk/
https://www.winebusiness.com/
https://www.decanter.com/subscribe/
https://www.meiningers-international.com/
https://www.theiwsr.com/
https://statista.com/
https://www.grapewallofchina.com/
https://www.nzwine.com/en/trade/newsletter/
https://winenews.it/en/
https://mixology.eu/
https://www.der-winzer.at/
https://www.rebeundwein.de/
(00:22:42) Blogs
https://winegourd.blogspot.com/
(00:23:59) Google Alerts
https://www.google.de/alerts
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The European Championships 2024 are dominated by beer news. Record braking sales numbers on trains and the final availability of full strength beer during England’s games. Meanwhile, England is arguing about the filling level of pints and Europe is afraid of tariffs coming from China and the US. Tough topics! Those and some more in our new episode.
Alexander Gottschalk (https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexander-gottschalk-641838223/)
Shownotes:
(00:00:00) England football fans allowed to drink full-strength lager
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2024/06/england-football-fans-allowed-to-drink-full-strength-lager/
(00:03:28) Football fans double beer sales on German trains
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2024/06/football-fans-hit-the-beer-on-german-trains/
(00:05:01) The history of the British Pound
https://www.statista.com/chart/18300/countries-using-the-metric-or-the-imperial-system/
https://www.gov.uk/weights-measures-and-packaging-the-law
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Imperial_units
(00:13:11) With or without head: England debating on the filling level of the pint
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2024/06/should-the-head-on-your-beer-be-part-of-your-pints-volume/
(00:16:52) New tariffs threaten European Winemakers
https://ww w.wine-searcher.com/m/2024/06/new-tariffs-threaten-europes-winemakers
(00:18:57) China to announce EU brandy tariffs soon
https://www.thedrinksbusiness.com/2024/06/china-to-announce-eu-brandy-tariffs-as-early-as-august/
(00:22:16) 6000 litres of wine seized in Portugal
https://www.theportugalnews.com/news/2024-06-20/6000-litres-of-wine-seized/90073
(00:25:01) Napa Winery visits fall due to skyrocketing tasting fees
https://www.wine-searcher.com/m/2024/06/napas-rocketing-fees-see-winery-visits-fall
https://wineconsigners.com/
(00:33:08) Freixenet celebrates 50th anniversary of Cordon Negro with new edition
https://www.winebusiness.com/news/article/289176
(00:39:31) Why alcohol-free wine is trending
https://www.falstaff.com/de/news/auch-das-noch-warum-entalkoholisierter-wein-so-im-trend-liegt
The Top Alcohol-Free drinks - seriously?
https://www.falstaff.com/de/news/die-neun-besten-entalkoholisierten-weine
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