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Autumn Budget: British government increases tax on wine and spirits

Chancellor Rachel Reeves decided to cut the duty on draught alcohol in a bid to provide the UK’s struggling pubs and bars with a vital lifeline. She said: ‘Nearly two-thirds of alcoholic drinks sold in pubs are served on draught, so instead of uprating these products in line with inflation, I am cutting draught duty by 1.7%, which means a …

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Alfred Gratien Brut Champagne NV (2024) $65 (92 points)

This rich, mouthwatering Champagne layers a rapierlike spine of acidity with a detailed range of glazed apple and apricot, lime zest, brioche, grated ginger and warm baking spice notes that ride the fine, lively mousse. Chardonnay, Pinot Meunier and Pinot Noir. Disgorged March 2024. Drink now through 2029. 25,000 cases made, 1,000 cases imported. Source : d5e48a13a5173d76a39349ba56251a4f

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New Spanish Red Collection and Big Bottles Hitting Costco Stores

We found a couple new additions in the wine aisles worth noting during a recent visit to a Costco store in Alpharetta, GA. First up is a new “Taste of Spain” collection coming in at $24.99 for 3 bottles. The collection includes a Cabernet Sauvignon, a proprietary red wine and a Tempranillo. All wines were … Source : https://costcowineblog.com/new-spanish-red-collection-and-big-bottles-hitting-costco-stores/

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2018 Teofilo Reyes Ribera Del Duero Edicion Limitada Crianza

This is a new one that caught our eye. Long time readers know we love Spanish wines, especially Ribera Del Duero which is just a mecca for high quality wines at great prices. And this bottle is a perfect example. It’s not an inexpensive wine at $28.99 but we feel it’s worth that and much … Source : https://costcowineblog.com/2018-teofilo-reyes-ribera-del-duero-edicion-limitada-crianza/

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Alta Langa …

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Kunde Vineyard

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241026 Knudsen

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AUTUMN

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An der Volkacher Mainschleife

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Sunset Vineyard2

A Work of Mark has added a photo to the pool: Using two of my sunset vineyard images and adding a bit of ai—this was the result. Source : https://www.flickr.com/photos/16785381@N00/54098302735/in/pool-52609756@N00

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Sunset Moon Rise in the Vineyard

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Autumn Wine

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Rose Hip Sunset

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Now’s Your Chance to Own a Piece of Burgundy History

Burgundy is the type of wine region that invites delight, fascination and even obsession. Now, Burgundy fans have the chance to buy their very own piece of wine history. On November 12, the Bourgogne Wine Board (BIVB) will conduct an auction of retired appellation signs. The signs, which until recently adorned the roadsides and vineyards of Burgundy, would make a …

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