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Interested in a career in the wine industry? I had the pleasure of sitting down with Alexandra Field, a current wine specialist at Domaine Serene. Allie, as friends know her, graduated from Oregon State University in 2020. She tells us about her jumpstart into the industry after finishing her communications degree: What is your current…
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Upon the annual release of the Silicon Valley Bank State of The Wine Industry Report, conversations sparked among marketing teams about the future of wine sales. The annual report addresses 2021 sales, predictions, and mistakes. Analyzing the market of wine and spirits, there is a major difference in what various generations are choosing to spend…
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Is taking a break from alcohol the latest trend? More and more people making the step away from alcohol on social media. Coming up on two years after the state of emergency was in place for the COVID-19 pandemic, it seems as if people are needing a break. With people working from home, it was…
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Originally posted in 2012 and updated in 2020, the Seattle-based wine blog, Wine Folly, created the ultimate guide to wine. For ease and education, Wine Folly uploaded an infographic (as seen above) to visualize 200 types of wine by style and taste. An award-winning author. 2019 Wine Communicator of the Year. Co-founder of Wine Folly.…
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On the edge of the Willamette Valley, Eugene and Springfield are home to some of the best wineries in Oregon. There is no better place to spend a sunny afternoon than sipping local wines with friends with a gorgeous view! Here are some of our local favorites heading into this Oregon spring: King Estate Located…
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Searching for something to sip on this weekend? Look no further! This list of well-priced bottles of wine will help you find the perfect substitute. Why wine? On average, a 5 ounce pour of red wine is only 125 calories One glass contains potassium and fiber to aid in your daily intake Red wine contains…
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After the COVID-19 pandemic hindered supply chains across all major industries, winemakers in Oregon began questioning where in fact the bottles for their product were being shipped from. One Willamette Valley winery, Bryn Mawr Vineyards, uncovered that its tin capsules for bottles were being shipped from a manufacturer in Canada, sent to Europe to be…
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Who is Liberty Wines? David Gleave MW founded Liberty Wines in 1997 with only four employees. Now with a portfolio of over 300 wines, Liberty Wines is a widely respected importer and wholesaler in the United Kingdom. With over 100 employees, Liberty Wines focuses on employee wellbeing, environment and sustainability, alcohol and responsibility, and charitable…
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Riesling. Pinot Noir. Cabernet Sauvignon. What are these unfamiliar words that are printed on our wine bottles? Let’s go down the list of the most popular types of wine to get the facts straight before your next dinner party. Red Wines Cabernet Sauvignon Flavors: Blackcurrant, dark cherry, blackberry, bell pepper, spice, tobacco, vanilla Aged: Oak…
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In 2007, six people began selling cases of wine out of the back of a pickup truck and gave the proceeds to causes around the world that needed hope. When this team noticed the impact a bottle of wine can have, they realized it was possible to raise money for causes important to them through…