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Wilson Daniels PRess Newsletter | March 2016
Wilson Daniels PRess Newsletter | March 2016
Spring has sprung and event season for the wine and spirits trade is in full force here in the US and abroad. From Napa Valley to Chicago, New York City to Düsseldorf, tastings and dinners are keeping everyone in the beverage industry very busy, especially the team at Wilson Daniels. With the new brand launches of Arnaldo Caprai and Château Gassier, as well as the official launch of Wilson Daniels Wholesale in New Jersey, the WD family is growing fast and, as you can see in the attached pages, with abundant energy. A few of the juicy details... awards and...
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The “Burgundy in Kiwi Clothing” is Best in Show
The “Burgundy in Kiwi Clothing” is Best in Show
“… I didn’t feel that Kumeu River’s Chardonnays were some of the best in New Zealand. Not, they were some of the best in the world.” — Neal Martin, Wine Advocate, May 2015 Kumeu River has come out on top, yet again, in a series of blind tastings that posed New Zealand Chardonnays against some of the finest white burgundy producers in Chassagne, Meursault and Puligny. Quality is not the only arena that Kumeu River reigned supreme. For value, the New Zealand Chardonnays offered the best, costing a fraction of what their equivalents in Burgundy retail. Twenty members of the...
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Wilson Daniels PRess Newsletter | February 2016
Wilson Daniels PRess Newsletter | February 2016
Prepare for a whole lot of pink in the attached pages of this month’s PRess Newsletter. February was all about rosé for Wilson Daniels: The newly arrived 2015s made their debut and Valentine’s Day generated quite a bit of attention for rosé champagnes and sparkling wines in the press, particularly for a few of our own winery partners. WD’s Italian portfolio also created quite a buzz with events in Chicago and NYC, while Kumeu River proved yet again that New Zealand Chardonnay is a force to be reckoned with for Burgundy. A few of the juicy details... hot press: Arista...
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OperaWine 2016 Showcases 100 Top Italian Wineries
OperaWine 2016 Showcases 100 Top Italian Wineries
"At Vinitaly, Italy’s largest wine fair, more than 4,000 producers will present their wines to thousands of trade members and consumers from April 10 to 13 in Verona, as the event celebrates its 50th anniversary. "OperaWine is a microcosm, or distillation, of Vinitaly, presenting 100 Italian wine producers selected by Wine Spectator for their high quality, historical significance and regional prominence. Taking place on April 9 this year, OperaWine kicks off the fair and has become a focal point for anyone interested in the country's wines. "'I believe OperaWine has become the highlight of Vinitaly and a great showcase for...
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Interview: Rocco Lombardo, President, Wilson Daniels
Interview: Rocco Lombardo, President, Wilson Daniels
"Last fall, the Underwood family, owners of Young’s Holdings, began a campaign to ramp up its East Coast presence by launching Wilson Daniels Wholesale in New York as a companion to its national importing and marketing company, Wilson Daniels Ltd. Rocco Lombardo, formerly president of Frederick Wildman & Sons, is now president of both Wilson Daniels Wholesale and Wilson Daniels Ltd., with Chris Underwood remaining CEO of both units. SND senior editor Daniel Marsteller caught up with Lombardo to discuss the opportunities ahead for Wilson Daniels as it zeroes in on the East Coast fine wine market. "SND:What was the thinking behind...
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Rocco Lombardo to Lead New York-Based Wilson Daniels Wholesale
Rocco Lombardo to Lead New York-Based Wilson Daniels Wholesale
"New York, New York – February 3, 2016 – Wilson Daniels Wholesale announces that Rocco Lombardo, currently President of Wilson Daniels, will assume expanded leadership responsibilities for the company’s wholesale affiliate headquartered in New York City effective February 1. "Rocco Lombardo, a 20-year industry veteran, joined California-based fine wine importer Wilson Daniels in June 2015. Prior to joining Wilson Daniels, Rocco led imports and wholesale operations for Frederick Wildman and Sons, and successfully strengthened the company’s distribution division in New York and New Jersey. In his new role, Rocco will work closely with longtime colleagues Kevin Murphy, Vice President, Operations...
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de Villaine priming nephew to take over DRC
de Villaine priming nephew to take over DRC
"Speaking to db during the 2013 trade tasting of Domaine de la Romanée-Conti at Corney & Barrow’s London offices today, de Villaine said: "'I’m still kicking as the Americans say, but I’m training up my nephew, Bertrand de Villaine, who I hope will be able to take my place in a few years.' "With a case of Romanée-Conti 1990 recently selling for HK$1.5m at auction in Hong Kong, de Villaine admitted that the 'extravagant' prices his wines sell for 'bothers' him. "'It bothers me a lot that my wines are traded as a commodity and not enjoyed by wine lovers. It doesn’t...
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Wilson Daniels PRess Newsletter | January 2016
Wilson Daniels PRess Newsletter | January 2016
February has arrived … with new brand launches, back-to-back events, planning and goal-setting for the year ahead. The St. Helena office is a hub of activity: distributor meetings and team reviews brought people from across the US to the Napa Valley to share insights and strategy, giving WD the heat to make this year its best year yet. Our winery and spirits partners started off the year with some great successes as well; check them out in the attached pages. A few of the juicy details: hot press: Fine scores came in from Robert Parker for both Schramsberg and Davies...
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Wilson Daniels Master Sommelier Scholarship 2016
Wilson Daniels Master Sommelier Scholarship 2016
Wilson Daniels is sponsoring two candidates for the Master Sommelier exam in 2016. Candidates must be working sommeliers, have passed the first three levels of examination and be currently studying for the fourth and final portion of the supreme challenge. This scholarship is for the trade only and is non-transferable. Candidates are required to provide: • Résumé and biography along with an essay stating why you are seeking this high honor as Master Sommelier • Three professional references and a copy of your “letter of intent” submitted to the Court of Master Sommeliers • Proof of paid fees to sit...
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SOMMTALKS Wine Tasting Series with Vance Rose of Grieve Family
SOMMTALKS Wine Tasting Series with Vance Rose of Grieve Family
“Winemaker Vance Rose talks to us and shares several of the estate grown Sauvignon Blancs from Grieve Family. … The first wine we taste is: “2014 Grieve Family Winery Sauvignon Blanc. This is not your typical California Sauv blanc. This wine is quite unique due to the tiny area and the winemaking technique. This wine is not grassy or race rather it’s floral with apricot and a hint of clove spices. “Rose discussed the ripening progression of Sauvignon blanc, from jalepeno pepper to bell pepper, asparagus and green bean into the spectrum of fruit, from grapefruit, honeydew and then finally,...
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