Some Scary Developments - for those of us who value Diversity and Quality

Have you ever wondered why restaurant wine lists seem to have so much more diversity and quality than most retail shops, and why it is so hard to get the wines you have drunk from those lists.

Well, the Winemakers' Federation of Australia has come up with some findings that may help explain why.

 


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Hip Hop goes Moscato

For years the drinks most associated with hip-hop were distinctly aspirational.

In the past couple of years, Moscato - a more down to earth drink has cropped up in songs by Kanye West, Drake and Lil' Kim. This is one of the reasons why this sweet wine has become a particularly popular drink among the 20-30 age group,

Moscato, a slightly sweet, fizzy, low alcohol and inexpensive white wine with origins in Piedmont, Italy, has become the hip-hop community's new favourite drink. According to a report on decanter.com, sales have risen by 70% in the US in a year.

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Win 6 Bottles of Cantine Ceci 'Desdemona' Brut Sparkling

This sparkling wine from the Emilia-Romana region in Italy, evokes the floral sensations of roses and hawthorn and the fruity scents of apples and peaches. It leaves a lasting freshness on the palate bringing out a totally balanced taste, masterfully enhanced by a good final mellowness.

Enter at Italian Sparkling Giveaway !!!

 

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