The Case Wine Life Blog
As a wine retailer who devours industry news along with literature from suppliers, the future for wine is bleak. Statistically, this past year was the softest wine market since 1991. Hence, I had plenty of time to read.
In a world ravaged by nuclear apocalypse, the rules of survival change dramatically. Suddenly, the value of traditional currency becomes obsolete, and the importance of tangible goods for bartering skyrockets.
In a world where New Zealand has long been synonymous with the breathtaking scenes from the "Lord of the Rings" and "The Hobbit" trilogies, a new narrative is emerging—one that celebrates the country's thriving grape and wine sector.
In a sponsorship deal, the NBA and Kendall-Jackson Winery have solidified their relationship, marking Kendall-Jackson as the official wine of the league and USA Basketball. The partnership extends further, with La Crema, another brand under the Jackson Family Wines umbrella, becoming the official wine of the WNBA. The sponsorship cements the NBA as the defacto "wine league" of professional sports.
Caymus Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon is widely popular for being a wine that is both celebrated and criticized. Depending on who you ask, it can enhance a wine dinner or diminish one. Largely derided for setting the standard for how Cabernet Sauvignon should taste, there's no doubt that the wine is controversial. But let's separate the noise from the nuance of the wine. Especially since the 2022 vintage marks the wine's 50th anniversary.
In the annals of royalty, the contents of their cellars hold tales that would break the internet today. Recently, a glimpse into the indulgent tastes of HRH Princess Margaret has emerged as three bottles of her personal wine collection are set to be auctioned.