Highbrow Magazine - wine https://www.highbrowmagazine.com/wine en Gifts With Purpose: Embracing a Regenerative Holiday Season https://www.highbrowmagazine.com/24270-gifts-purpose-embracing-regenerative-holiday-season <div class="field field-name-field-cat field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/food" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Food</a></div></div></div><span class="submitted-by">Submitted by tara on Fri, 12/22/2023 - 15:20</span><div class="field field-name-field-image field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" rel="og:image rdfs:seeAlso" resource="https://www.highbrowmagazine.com/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/field/image/2largechristmaspresents_depositphotos.jpg?itok=PH0t9v8X"><img typeof="foaf:Image" src="https://www.highbrowmagazine.com/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/field/image/2largechristmaspresents_depositphotos.jpg?itok=PH0t9v8X" width="480" height="320" alt="" /></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" property="content:encoded"><p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif">This holiday season, rise above the noise of excess and gift with purpose by selecting presents that champion your values. Consider purchases that restore ecology, improve livelihood, and ensure animal welfare for farming communities. To support a sustainable and regenerative future, give clean and nourishing food and beverages. Rather than relying solely on sustainability labels, explore products actively contributing to communities and ecology.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif">A simple and effective approach is choosing companies certified by the Regenerative Organic Alliance, particularly those holding the Regenerative Organic Certification (ROC). These companies employ regenerative organic agriculture practices, meeting stringent environmental standards while upholding specific ethical and social criteria that enhance soil health, ensure social fairness, and prioritize animal welfare.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif">Here are some standout companies from the ROC product directory offering gifts that can be shipped directly to loved ones (or enjoyed at home as a well-deserved indulgence) this festive season.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><img src="https://www.highbrowmagazine.com/sites/default/files/2holidaygifts.jpg" /></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif"><strong>A great bottle of wine</strong></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif"><a href="https://www.bonterra.com/" style="color:#0563c1; text-decoration:underline">Bonterra</a> Organic Estates, nestled in Mendocino County, leads in regenerative organic viticulture. The winery employs time-honored methods like sheep grazing, cover cropping, and compost application to nurture the soil. Situated at an elevation of 2,235 feet in the mountaintops of Mendocino's rugged North Coast of California, their fruits boast intense and rich, complex flavors — a testament to the interplay of high altitude and maritime microclimate.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif">Known for exceptional wines, their ROC-certified <strong>Bonterra Estate Collection</strong> features favorites like Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, and limited edition Red Blend. Priced at $22, these wines are widely accessible at retail, making it a perfect choice for enthusiasts. Their pioneering position as among the first globally certified ROC wines adds an additional layer of distinction to these remarkable offerings.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif">For those seeking an elevated experience, Bonterra.com offers single vineyard wines, including the <strong>Butler Red Cuvee 2020,</strong> <strong>McNab Cabernet Sauvignon 2020</strong> and <strong>Roost Chardonnay 2020</strong>.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><img src="https://www.highbrowmagazine.com/sites/default/files/1coffee_depositphotos_0.jpg" /></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif"><strong>Premium-quality coffee</strong></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif"><strong>Ampersand Coffee Roasters</strong> sources 100 percent organic coffee grown with cutting-edge regenerative organic farming techniques and uses 100 percent fair-trade policies to empower coffee farmers and guarantee a minimum price for their coffee even when markets fluctuate. The organic agriculture practices for their sourced coffee encourage techniques like crop rotation, companion planting, biological pest control, mixed cropping, and the fostering of insect predators.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif">The company also partners with the International Women's Coffee Alliance and Cafe Femenino to support gender equality in coffee-growing regions. Consider their ground or whole bean coffee for gift-giving, or gift subscriptions for the coffee devotees in your life.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><img src="https://www.highbrowmagazine.com/sites/default/files/1tea_depositphotos.jpg" /></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif"><strong>For tea enthusiasts</strong></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif">If you've heard of Jeju Island, South Korea, it's probably due to its famous women deep-sea divers. But the island's rich volcanic soil and mild sea mist produce something else noteworthy — excellent tea. <strong>Wild Orchard's </strong>exclusive partner farm on Jeju relies on natural sea winds to keep pests at bay, and benefits from fertilization offered by organically raised geese.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif">Over two decades ago, the first tea trees were grown from seeds (not cuttings) planted directly in the volcanic soil, causing them to develop extremely deep roots. Left largely untouched until recently, the trees grew wild to become larger and hardier than those grown on most traditional tea farms, for a superior final result.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif">Or surprise a tea aficionado with something truly unique: Yaupon tea, a refreshing brew derived from a naturally caffeinated native American plant that has 60 percent of the caffeine of coffee and a flavor profile similar to green tea.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif"><strong>CatSpring Yaupon</strong> is a company that uses sustainable practices to produce this flavorful drink. The plants are wild-grown with no added water, and hand-harvested. The company also uses a "people first" hiring policy that works with probation officers to hire individuals looking to create a new future for themselves, as well as hiring women with a history of generational poverty.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif">Pick up stocking stuffers like the tea sampler bag at <strong>CatSpringTea.com</strong> and a variety of loose and bagged teas at <strong>WildOrchard.com</strong>.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><img src="https://www.highbrowmagazine.com/sites/default/files/1oliveoil_depositphotos.jpg" /></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif"><strong>Gift single-origin extra virgin olive oil</strong></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif"><strong>SIMPLi</strong> connects people around the world through the joy of food. The cofounders sought to bring the best single-origin ingredients from around the world to the market in a way that equally benefits people, producers, and the planet. Simpli's 100 percent Greek Extra Virgin Olive Oil, perfect for gifting, plays a proactive role in land regeneration, carbon sequestration, and resource conservation on a significant scale.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif">Knowing that what you give others will benefit the planet makes every gift more meaningful to you as well as to the recipients of your carefully chosen gifts. You can feel good about everything you're giving this holiday season using these criteria for your shopping.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif"><strong><em>This article was originally published by <a href="https://www.brandpointcontent.com/article/42518/gifts-with-purpose-how-to-embrace-a-regenerative-holiday-season" style="color:#0563c1; text-decoration:underline">Brandpoint</a>. It’s published here with permission.</em></strong></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif"><strong>Photo credits: <em><a href="https://depositphotos.com/stock-photography.html" style="color:#0563c1; text-decoration:underline">Depositphotos.com</a>; Brandpoint.</em></strong></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif"><strong>Highbrow Magazine</strong></span></span></p> <p> </p> </div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-tags field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Tags:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/christmas-gifts" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">christmas gifts</a></div><div class="field-item odd" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/holiday-gifts" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">holiday gifts</a></div><div class="field-item even" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/wine" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">wine</a></div><div class="field-item odd" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/olive-oil" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">olive oil</a></div><div class="field-item even" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/tea" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">tea</a></div><div class="field-item odd" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/coffee" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">coffee</a></div><div class="field-item even" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/food-gifts" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">food gifts</a></div><div class="field-item odd" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/sustainability" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">sustainability</a></div><div class="field-item even" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/eco-friendly" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">eco friendly</a></div><div class="field-item odd" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/drinking-wine" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">drinking wine</a></div><div class="field-item even" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/holiday-giving" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">holiday giving</a></div><div class="field-item odd" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/holiday-parties" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">holiday parties</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-author field-type-text field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even">BPT</div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-pop field-type-list-boolean field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Popular:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even">not popular</div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-bot field-type-list-boolean field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Bottom Slider:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even">In Slider</div></div></div> Fri, 22 Dec 2023 20:20:44 +0000 tara 12880 at https://www.highbrowmagazine.com https://www.highbrowmagazine.com/24270-gifts-purpose-embracing-regenerative-holiday-season#comments What’s in a Name? Quite a Lot If It’s Prosecco, Parmesan, or Mozzarella https://www.highbrowmagazine.com/24049-what-s-name-quite-lot-if-it-s-prosecco-parmesan-or-mozzarella <div class="field field-name-field-cat field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/food" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Food</a></div></div></div><span class="submitted-by">Submitted by tara on Thu, 07/13/2023 - 17:12</span><div class="field field-name-field-image field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" rel="og:image rdfs:seeAlso" resource="https://www.highbrowmagazine.com/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/field/image/1prosecconame.jpg?itok=9F-g4utK"><img typeof="foaf:Image" src="https://www.highbrowmagazine.com/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/field/image/1prosecconame.jpg?itok=9F-g4utK" width="480" height="389" alt="" /></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" property="content:encoded"><p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif">Prosecco might evoke warm summer evenings while prosciutto conjures scenes of generous platters at a casual weekend lunch. But would “sparkling wine” or “thinly sliced ham” have the same impact?</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif">Australian producers would argue they wouldn’t. They are fighting a push by the European Union to stop them from using these and other terms that indicate the geographical origin of numerous cheeses, wines and other foodstuffs now widely produced in Australia.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif">This stoush over using European names for locally made products has stalled this week’s trade talks, with the EU refusing Australia better access to their markets unless Australia agrees to rebrand its products.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif">Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said Australia was keen to conclude the trade agreement but would not sign a deal that wasn’t in Australia’s interests. He is strongly backed by the National Farmers’ Federation and food producers.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><img alt="" src="https://www.highbrowmagazine.com/sites/default/files/2prosecconame.jpg" style="height:435px; width:652px" typeof="foaf:Image" /></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif"><strong>So why does Europe want to control the use of food names?</strong></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif">Consumers increasingly want to know their foods’ provenance. They also pay premiums for guarantees about origin and quality. There has been a corresponding rise in so-called geographical indicator registrations, with the 3,500th listed earlier this year.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif">Items included on the EU Geographical Indications register cover different foodstuffs that are either applying for or have been accepted for having their geographic origin related name protected from being used for similar foods produced elsewhere.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif">Europe has the highest number of registered products, with most relating to wine, agricultural products and foodstuffs, as well as spirits and beers.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif">Champagne is among those with a widely recognized connection to its place of origin, which assures consumers about the regional and cultural values as well as the products’ characteristics and quality.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif">Like high-value household product brand names (for example, Coca-Cola, which has been valued at US $97.88 billion) geographical indication registered names also attract substantial dollar values.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif">This is because of strong international awareness, familiarity, and appeal among consumers. The geographic indicator name often attracts a price that can easily be double that of a similar but non-registered product.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif">Registered products can therefore bring in significant revenue to the European Union member countries. They contribute to regional development by stimulating tourism and by helping to reverse population decline often experienced in rural areas.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif">Like household brands, the names which indicate a product’s origins, are recognized as intellectual property. They have consequently become an integral part of international trade agreements.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><img alt="" src="https://www.highbrowmagazine.com/sites/default/files/3prosecconame.jpg" style="height:434px; width:652px" typeof="foaf:Image" /></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif"><strong>What would Australia gain by agreeing to European product names?</strong></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif">In return for complying with European Union demands, Australian producers would gain access to European markets of [445 million people] with a GDP of $24 trillion.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif">The lost opportunity of noncompliance is best illustrated by Brexit. Since Brexit, UK exports to Europe have fallen and UK farmers have faced significant challenges finding alternative markets.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif">If Australia agrees to the European Union’s conditions to get a trade deal through then producers will need to rename some of their products.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif">This would be a large and costly exercise but might give local producers an opportunity to capitalize on the growing consumer demand for locally sourced food and promote Australia’s unique geographical brand values.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif">Recent research conducted by Charles Darwin University reveals some of the unique brand values of Australian agri-food products, including unique selling points of products from the Northern Territory.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><img alt="" src="https://www.highbrowmagazine.com/sites/default/files/4prosecconame.jpg" style="height:488px; width:650px" typeof="foaf:Image" /></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif">Selling points included the unique climate, soil and traditional community values as selling points.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif">Australia’s reputation for quality and ethically produced goods was also important. Such values may lead to Australia developing more of its own geographical indication registration requirements in the future.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif">Rather than fight the rising tide of European Union registrations, the federal government might embrace the trend, in conjunction with renewed promotion of Australia’s geographical brand benefits.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif">Should the government choose to comply with Europe’s demands then producers will need support to rebrand some of their products. Government and departments such as CSIRO should be keen to support this as it can only strengthen Australia’s agri-food sector’s international reputation.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif"><strong><em>This article was originally published in <a href="https://theconversation.com/whats-in-a-name-quite-a-lot-if-its-prosecco-parmesan-or-mozzarella-209505" style="color:#0563c1; text-decoration:underline">the Conversation</a>. It’s republished here with permission under a <a href="https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nd/4.0/" style="color:#0563c1; text-decoration:underline">Creative Commons license</a>.</em></strong></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif"><strong>Author Bio:</strong></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif"><strong><em>Steven Greenland, Professor in Marketing, Charles Darwin University.</em></strong></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif"><strong><em>Disclosure statement</em></strong></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif"><em>The <a href="https://www.cdu.edu.au/news/supporting-northern-australia%E2%80%99s-agricultural-and-food-manufacturing-capability">CDU research report </a>mentioned in the article relates to a market opportunity analysis led by Steven Greenland. This is part of the ongoing Government funded Northern Australia Food Technology Innovation (NAFTI) project investigating avenues for developing food manufacturing capability in Northern Australia.</em></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif"><strong><em>Copyright © 2010–2023, The Conversation US, Inc.</em></strong></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif"><strong><em>Image Sources:</em></strong></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif"><em>KKoertshuis (<a href="https://pixabay.com/photos/prosecco-italian-white-wine-6606978/" style="color:#0563c1; text-decoration:underline">Pixabay</a>, Creative Commons)</em></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif"><em>RitaE (<a 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property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">cheese</a></div><div class="field-item odd" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/drinks" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">drinks</a></div><div class="field-item even" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/champagne" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">champagne</a></div><div class="field-item odd" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/food-brands" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">food brands</a></div><div class="field-item even" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/eu" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">eu</a></div><div class="field-item odd" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/australia" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">australia</a></div><div class="field-item even" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/european-products" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">European products</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-author field-type-text field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even">Steven Greenland</div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-pop field-type-list-boolean field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Popular:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even">not popular</div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-bot field-type-list-boolean field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Bottom Slider:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even">In Slider</div></div></div> Thu, 13 Jul 2023 21:12:26 +0000 tara 11972 at https://www.highbrowmagazine.com https://www.highbrowmagazine.com/24049-what-s-name-quite-lot-if-it-s-prosecco-parmesan-or-mozzarella#comments Selecting Eco-Friendly Wines for Spring https://www.highbrowmagazine.com/23932-selecting-eco-friendly-wines-spring <div class="field field-name-field-cat field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/food" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Food</a></div></div></div><span class="submitted-by">Submitted by tara on Tue, 05/02/2023 - 17:35</span><div class="field field-name-field-image field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" rel="og:image rdfs:seeAlso" resource="https://www.highbrowmagazine.com/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/field/image/largeearthywines.jpg?itok=Oz0kgd5P"><img typeof="foaf:Image" src="https://www.highbrowmagazine.com/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/field/image/largeearthywines.jpg?itok=Oz0kgd5P" width="480" height="270" alt="" /></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" property="content:encoded"><p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif">April welcomed the beginning of Earth Month, a time when many people start searching for simple but impactful ways to live more sustainably. But living more consciously doesn’t mean steering away from life’s little luxuries, like enjoying a glass of great wine. In fact, the wine industry is becoming a fast-growing change-maker in sustainable agriculture.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif">“As farmers, we can be part of the problem or part of the solution around climate change,” says Joseph Brinkley, director of regenerative farming for Bonterra Organic Estates, the country’s largest Regenerative Organic Certified winery. “It’s important that our industry finds ways to mitigate the climate crisis and cultivate a better future for our planet.”</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><img alt="" src="https://www.highbrowmagazine.com/sites/default/files/2earthywines.jpg" style="height:446px; width:650px" typeof="foaf:Image" /></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif"><strong>Know your labels</strong></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif">The most popular certification that many notice is the USDA Organic Seal, which indicates that 95% or more of the ingredients are certified organic with no GMOs. However, there is a new certification, Regenerative Organic Certified. This distinction goes beyond the traditional organic standards by emphasizing the regeneration of soil health, animal welfare and social fairness.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif">“Certifications are critical to maintaining the integrity of any environmental claim, since each certification a winery obtains requires the company to follow stringent guidelines,” says Brinkley. “Otherwise, anyone can claim anything on a label, but it’s the vetted certification process that proves the company is actually making a difference and holding itself accountable.”</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><img alt="" src="https://www.highbrowmagazine.com/sites/default/files/3earthywines.jpg" style="height:435px; width:652px" typeof="foaf:Image" /></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif"><strong>Find diamonds in the rough</strong></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif">Napa and Sonoma have long been regarded as the wine-growing epicenters, but it also means that land and soil has been turned over and processed significantly over the last several decades. Explore wines from lesser-known locations such as Mendocino County, California, and Texas Hill Country.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif"><strong>Trust the experts</strong></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif">Experience and purpose is everything, and that’s why consumers should look for wine that has been in the sustainability space since their first bottle.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif">“Creating a product that’s sustainably focused should be more than just a trend,” says Brinkley. “As grape-growers and winemakers, we have a responsibility to forge a path to a better future through the way we grow and produce. At Bonterra, we have been producing organic wine for more than 30 years and still remain the No. 1 organic winery in the country today.”</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><img alt="" src="https://www.highbrowmagazine.com/sites/default/files/4earthywines.jpg" style="height:435px; width:652px" typeof="foaf:Image" /></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif"><strong>Taste the difference</strong></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif">It’s not always about sensing the notes of strawberry or aged oak or tannins, but taste should be about individual preferences and enjoyment. There’s no right way to enjoy a glass of wine. Instead, wine that is produced organically and sustainably should have a taste that keeps you coming back.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif"><strong><em>This article was originally published in Brandpoint. It’s republished with permission. </em></strong></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif"><strong>Image Sources:</strong></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif"><em>Brandpoint</em></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif"><em>Couleur (</em><a href="https://pixabay.com/photos/grapes-vines-grapevine-vineyard-2656259/" style="color:#0563c1; text-decoration:underline"><em>Pixabay</em></a><em>, Creative Commons)</em></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif"><em>Holgi (</em><a href="https://pixabay.com/photos/bottles-beverage-wine-drink-50573/" style="color:#0563c1; text-decoration:underline"><em>Pixabay</em></a><em>, Creative Commons)</em></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif"><em>Jill Wellington (</em><a href="https://pixabay.com/photos/wine-glass-drink-tasting-hand-1952051/" style="color:#0563c1; text-decoration:underline"><em>Pixabay</em></a><em>, Creative Commons)</em></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif"><strong>Highbrow Magazine</strong></span></span></p> <p> </p> </div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-tags field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Tags:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/regenerative-organic-certified" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">regenerative organic certified</a></div><div class="field-item odd" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/organic-wines" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">organic wines</a></div><div class="field-item even" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/eco-friendly-wine" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">eco-friendly wine</a></div><div class="field-item odd" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/drinking-wine" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">drinking wine</a></div><div class="field-item even" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/wineries" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">wineries</a></div><div class="field-item odd" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/vineyards" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">vineyards</a></div><div class="field-item even" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/wine" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">wine</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-author field-type-text field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even">BPT</div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-pop field-type-list-boolean field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Popular:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even">not popular</div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-bot field-type-list-boolean field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Bottom Slider:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even">In Slider</div></div></div> Tue, 02 May 2023 21:35:39 +0000 tara 11849 at https://www.highbrowmagazine.com https://www.highbrowmagazine.com/23932-selecting-eco-friendly-wines-spring#comments Why Sustainable Brands Do Better https://www.highbrowmagazine.com/19970-why-sustainable-brands-do-better <div class="field field-name-field-cat field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/news-features" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">News &amp; Features</a></div></div></div><span class="submitted-by">Submitted by tara on Tue, 05/24/2022 - 15:46</span><div class="field field-name-field-image field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" rel="og:image rdfs:seeAlso" resource="https://www.highbrowmagazine.com/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/field/image/1sustainable_brandpoint.jpg?itok=yVyY_SjO"><img typeof="foaf:Image" src="https://www.highbrowmagazine.com/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/field/image/1sustainable_brandpoint.jpg?itok=yVyY_SjO" width="480" height="319" alt="" /></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" property="content:encoded"><p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif">According to GreenBiz, sustainable business initiatives that address people and the planet are on the rise, and the pace of innovation from responsible companies is growing. Increasingly, consumers are considering the responsibility of a business when choosing which products to buy. These “conscious consumers” are aligning their purchases with their values by seeking out sustainable brands that address a number of important factors beyond the products they make.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif">What this means for the economy is that shoppers are voting with their dollars for a more inclusive, sustainable marketplace when they choose to support these kinds of businesses. Hallmarks of responsible business practices include treating workers well, giving back to communities, taking care of the planet and planning for the future.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif">This desire for quality products from accountable businesses cuts across industries, with brands from the fashion and food sectors to those in technology and transportation showing it is possible to do things differently. More than ever, brand communications are revealing the authenticity, transparency and integrity that are essential ingredients to today's conscious consumers.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><img alt="" src="https://www.highbrowmagazine.com/sites/default/files/1vinyard_grape_things_-_pexels.jpg" style="height:450px; width:600px" typeof="foaf:Image" /></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif">One way to verify that a brand operates responsibly is through a trusted third-party certification, like the nonprofit B Lab’s B Corp Certification. In a Certified B Corp — the B stands for “benefit,” and refers to benefiting workers, the community, customers and the environment — a company’s performance is scored on a publicly visible 200-point scale. The score helps businesses see where they can make improvements, and gives consumers insights into how their favorite brands are making better choices.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif">In the wine industry, Fetzer Vineyards is a Certified B Corp that recently scored a milestone 130 points, placing the winery in the “Outstanding” category of global B Corps. The largest B Corp winery in the U.S., Fetzer Vineyards crafts widely available labels such as Bonterra Organic Vineyards and the iconic Fetzer label. A sustainability leader for over five decades, the California vintner demonstrates responsibility and transparency through climate footprint reporting for brands like Bonterra, and glass bottle light-weighting for flagship Fetzer.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif">Whatever a company’s industry, B Corp Certification can show consumers crucial information about the way the business operates and gives back. Beyond confirming that a brand is doing business responsibly, third-party certifications like B Corp are an important tool to guard against greenwashing, a practice wherein brands capitalize on eco-friendly trends without actually doing the work. By contrast, B Corps’ radical transparency can be a source of information and inspiration for consumers, showing how businesses can be a force for good — and verifiably so.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif"><strong><em>This article originally appeared in <a href="https://www.brandpointcontent.com/article/39388/b-corp-reveals-how-sustainable-brands-do-better-business" style="color:#0563c1; text-decoration:underline">Brandpoint</a>, and is published here with permission.</em></strong></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif"><strong>Highbrow Magazine</strong></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="font-family:&quot;Calibri&quot;,sans-serif"><strong>Image Sources:</strong></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:16px"><span style="font-family:&quot;Calibri&quot;,sans-serif"><em>--Brandpoint</em></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:16px"><span style="font-family:&quot;Calibri&quot;,sans-serif"><em>--Grape Things (<a href="https://www.pexels.com/photo/bunches-of-grapes-hanging-from-vines-3840335/" style="color:#0563c1; text-decoration:underline">Pexels</a>, Creative Commons)</em></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p> </p> <p> </p> </div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-tags field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Tags:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/sustainable-business" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">sustainable business</a></div><div class="field-item odd" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/greenwashing" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">greenwashing</a></div><div class="field-item even" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/concious-consumers" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">concious consumers</a></div><div class="field-item odd" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/environmentally-friendly" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">environmentally friendly</a></div><div class="field-item even" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/clean-products" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">clean products</a></div><div class="field-item odd" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/clean-makeup" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">clean makeup</a></div><div class="field-item even" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/wine" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">wine</a></div><div class="field-item odd" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/wine-industory" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">wine industory</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-author field-type-text field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even">BPT</div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-pop field-type-list-boolean field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Popular:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even">not popular</div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-bot field-type-list-boolean field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Bottom Slider:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even">In Slider</div></div></div> Tue, 24 May 2022 19:46:30 +0000 tara 11104 at https://www.highbrowmagazine.com https://www.highbrowmagazine.com/19970-why-sustainable-brands-do-better#comments The Detrimental Effects of Beer and Spirits https://www.highbrowmagazine.com/19777-detrimental-effects-beer-and-spirits <div class="field field-name-field-cat field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/food" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Food</a></div></div></div><span class="submitted-by">Submitted by tara on Mon, 04/25/2022 - 15:09</span><div class="field field-name-field-image field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" rel="og:image rdfs:seeAlso" resource="https://www.highbrowmagazine.com/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/field/image/1beer_pxfuel_0.jpg?itok=Wm1-rkpU"><img typeof="foaf:Image" src="https://www.highbrowmagazine.com/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/field/image/1beer_pxfuel_0.jpg?itok=Wm1-rkpU" width="480" height="320" alt="" /></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" property="content:encoded"><p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif"><strong>The big idea</strong></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif">Drinking beer and spirits is linked to elevated levels of visceral fat – the harmful type of fat that is associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease, metabolic syndrome, and other health complications – whereas drinking wine shows no such association with levels of this harmful fat and may even be protective against it, depending on the type of wine consumed. In fact, we found that drinking red wine is linked to having lower levels of visceral fat. These are some of the key takeaways of a new study that my colleagues and I recently published in the Obesity Science &amp; Practice journal.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif">Although white wine consumption did not influence levels of visceral fat, our study did show that drinking white wine in moderation might offer its own unique health benefit for older adults: denser bones. We found higher bone mineral density among older adults who drank white wine in moderation in our study. And we did not find this same link between beer or red wine consumption and bone mineral density.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif">Our study relied on a large-scale longitudinal database called the U.K. Biobank. We assessed 1,869 white adults ranging in age from 40 to 79 years who reported demographic, alcohol, dietary and lifestyle factors via a touchscreen questionnaire. Next, we collected height, weight and blood samples from each participant and obtained body composition information using a direct measure of body composition called dual-energy X-ray absorptiometry. Then, we used a statistical program to examine the relationships among the types of alcoholic beverages and body composition.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><img alt="" src="https://www.highbrowmagazine.com/sites/default/files/2restaurant_pxhere_creative_commons_0.jpg" style="height:400px; width:600px" typeof="foaf:Image" /></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif"><strong>Why it matters</strong></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif">Aging is often accompanied by an increase in the problematic fat that can lead to heightened cardiovascular disease risk as well as by a reduction in bone mineral density. This has important health implications given that nearly 75% of adults in the U.S. are considered overweight or obese. Having higher levels of body fat has been consistently linked to an increased risk for acquiring many different diseases, including cardiovascular disease, certain types of cancer, and a higher risk of death. And it’s worth noting that national medical care costs associated with treating obesity-related diseases total more than US$260.6 billion annually.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif">Considering these trends, it is vital for researchers like us to examine all the potential contributors to weight gain so that we can determine how to combat the problem. Alcohol has long been considered one possible driving factor for the obesity epidemic. Yet the public often hears conflicting information about the potential risks and benefits of alcohol. Therefore, we hoped to help untangle some of these factors through our research.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><img alt="" src="https://www.highbrowmagazine.com/sites/default/files/3wine_0.jpg" style="height:400px; width:600px" typeof="foaf:Image" /></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif"><strong>What still isn’t known</strong></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif">There are many biological and environmental factors that contribute to being overweight or obese. Alcohol consumption may be one factor, although there are other studies that have not found clear links between weight gain and alcohol consumption.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif">One reason for the inconsistencies in the literature could stem from the fact that much of the previous research has traditionally treated alcohol as a single entity rather than separately measuring the effects of beer, cider, red wine, white wine, Champagne and spirits. Yet, even when broken down in this way, the research yields mixed messages.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif">For example, one study has suggested that drinking more beer contributes to a higher waist-to-hip ratio, while another study concluded that, after one month of drinking moderate levels of beer, healthy adults did not experience any significant weight gain.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif">As a result, we’ve aimed to further tease out the unique risks and benefits that are associated with each alcohol type. Our next steps will be to examine how diet – including alcohol consumption – could influence diseases of the brain and cognition in older adults with mild cognitive impairment.</span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif"><strong>Author Bio:</strong></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif"><strong><em>Brittany Larsen is a Ph.D. Candidate in Neuroscience and Graduate Assistant at Iowa State University.</em></strong></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:18px"><span style="font-family:Times New Roman,Times,serif"><strong><em>This article originally appeared in </em></strong><a href="https://theconversation.com/beer-and-spirits-have-more-detrimental-effects-on-the-waistline-and-on-cardiovascular-disease-risk-than-red-or-white-wine-179176" style="color:#0563c1; text-decoration:underline"><strong><em>The Conversation</em></strong></a><strong><em>. 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One way to surely catch the attention of your guests while tempting their taste buds is to feature chocolate pairings in your entertaining itinerary.</p> <p> </p> <p>Fine chocolates add decadence to any event, but they are relatable and broadly enjoyed. Chocolate platters have replaced cheese platters at soirees, but what's really on trend for 2018 is chocolate pairings. This interactive offering is a conversation-starter that will delight guests — the perfect way to conclude a meal with friends or family.</p> <p> </p> <p>While the idea of chocolate pairings might seem complex, it's actually quite simple. These tips from the expert chefs who create Kohler Original Recipe Chocolates will make it virtually effortless to pair fine chocolates with beer, wine and spirits so you can impress guests at your next event.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>An array of flavors</strong></p> <p> </p> <p>To ensure you have something for all guests no matter their preferences, opt for a variety of chocolates. Selections from the white, milk and dark chocolate categories offer an array of flavors. Suggest sampling from light to dark to balance the palate.</p> <p> </p> <p><img alt="" src="https://www.highbrowmagazine.com/sites/default/files/5chocolate.jpg" style="height:404px; width:625px" /></p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Pairing 1 suggestion: White chocolate</strong></p> <p> </p> <p>White chocolate is sweet and buttery, integrated into numerous types of confections, many of which feature fruit. The Kohler Cranberry Terrapin showcases cranberries and white chocolate with its signature smoky caramel. Cranberry and white chocolate are delicate flavors and this piece is crafted so that those flavors balance well and are not overpowered by the smokiness of the caramel.</p> <p> </p> <p>With that in mind, consider serving with a  stout beer that will bring out that buttery goodness. If selecting a wine pairing, opt for a zinfandel or another variety that won't overpower those delicate flavors. Spirits can be a nice pairing addition, too. A classic bourbon complements the smoky caramel perfectly.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Pairing 2 suggestion: Milk chocolate</strong></p> <p> </p> <p>Americans adore milk chocolate and expert chocolatiers can transform this delight into virtually endless tempting flavors. The Kohler Butterscotch Hop is one such example. The smooth, creamy butterscotch filling is enhanced by a custom blend of premium chocolate to elevate this flavor combination. It's velvety on the tongue with a light finish, plus the beautiful mold impresses the eye.</p> <p> </p> <p>Milk chocolate is smooth and sweet, and drink pairings should complement that element without overwhelming. A light crisp beer or a refreshing chardonnay brings out the buttery undertones of silky-smooth milk chocolate. If you decide to serve butterscotch, it's sure to be unique as it's a rare find in the chocolate world. A honey whiskey is the perfect pairing for butterscotch chocolates.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Pairing 3 suggestion: Dark chocolate</strong></p> <p> </p> <p>Rich and undeniably decadent, dark chocolate is the ideal final pairing to offer guests. The flavors of coffee and dark chocolate are often fused together as they mingle together. For example, the Kohler Caffé and Cream has dark chocolate coffee ganache with a layer of creamy mascarpone in a dark chocolate shell. This multi-layer chocolate is meticulously crafted and offers a burst of satisfying richness.</p> <p> </p> <p>A bold, rich beer or heavy ale matches dark chocolate well. A tawny port that isn’t too fruity can be a nice complement to coffee flavors while bringing out the dark chocolate elements. Finally, a sweeter bourbon with a smoky finish pairs nicely with the dark chocolate, which in turn brings out the barrel notes of the spirit.</p> <p> </p> <p><img alt="" src="https://www.highbrowmagazine.com/sites/default/files/6chocolate.jpg" style="height:375px; width:625px" /></p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Serving</strong></p> <p> </p> <p>You can serve chocolate pairings in a variety of ways. If you prefer to set up a buffet, you can display chocolates on a platter and place drink pairings nearby, each labeled appropriately. Guests can help themselves at their leisure. You may also opt to serve guests by bringing out each pairing one by one and offering guests their choice of beverage to pair with the featured chocolate.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Brandpoint<a name="_GoBack" id="_GoBack"></a></strong></p> </div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-tags field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Tags:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/chocolate-and-alcohol" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">chocolate and alcohol</a></div><div class="field-item odd" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/kohler-chocolates" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">kohler chocolates</a></div><div class="field-item even" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/brandy" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">brandy</a></div><div class="field-item odd" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/wine" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">wine</a></div><div class="field-item even" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/beer" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">beer</a></div><div class="field-item odd" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/chocolate-beer" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">chocolate beer</a></div><div class="field-item even" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/chocolate-pairing" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">chocolate pairing</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-author field-type-text field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even">Brandpoint</div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-pop field-type-list-boolean field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Popular:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even">not popular</div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-photographer field-type-text field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Photographer:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even">Kohler Chocolates; Garden State Wine Growers Association</div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-bot field-type-list-boolean field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Bottom Slider:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even">Out Slider</div></div></div> Sun, 15 Jul 2018 17:02:22 +0000 tara 8146 at https://www.highbrowmagazine.com https://www.highbrowmagazine.com/9243-why-chocolate-pairs-well-alcohol#comments A Few Facts About Pinot Grigio https://www.highbrowmagazine.com/9084-few-facts-about-pinot-grigio <div class="field field-name-field-cat field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/food" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Food</a></div></div></div><span class="submitted-by">Submitted by tara on Mon, 05/28/2018 - 14:22</span><div class="field field-name-field-image field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" rel="og:image rdfs:seeAlso" resource="https://www.highbrowmagazine.com/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/field/image/8wine.jpg?itok=e_Qtm0FH"><img typeof="foaf:Image" src="https://www.highbrowmagazine.com/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/field/image/8wine.jpg?itok=e_Qtm0FH" width="480" height="251" alt="" /></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" property="content:encoded"><p> </p> <p><strong>Brandpoint</strong></p> <p> </p> <p>A warm summer evening, a cold glass of Pinot Grigio and a light dinner al fresco. Sounds like heaven. This is the season for Pinot Grigio, one of America’s favorite white wines. It pairs perfectly with the lighter dishes of spring and summer — flaky fish, angel hair pasta with lemon and basil, steamed clams — and its crisp, bright, refreshing flavor makes it easy to sip.</p> <p> </p> <p>You've heard of Pinot Grigio, but how much do you really know about it?</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Pinot Grigio is not made from white wine grapes</strong></p> <p> </p> <p>You read that right. Depending on the region where the grapes come from, the color can range from blueish gray to dark red. Normally, white wines are made from green grapes, extracting the juice and discarding the skin. For red wines, the grapes are fermented with the skin on, which lends its color to the wine. Pinot Grigio is the exception to this rule.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>You should drink it while it's young</strong></p> <p> </p> <p>It can go straight from the winery to your table and is best enjoyed in its youth.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Pinot Grigio vs. Pinot Gris</strong></p> <p> </p> <p>It's all about location. Pinot Gris is from France, while Pinot Grigio is from Italy. Same wine variety, different names based on where it is produced. In the U.S., you'll see both names used interchangeably.</p> <p> </p> <p>The flavor varies widely depending on where the grapes are grown</p> <p> </p> <p>All Pinot Grigios are not created equal. There are three main flavor profiles: mineral and dry, fruit forward and dry, and fruity and sweet.</p> <p> </p> <p><img alt="" src="https://www.highbrowmagazine.com/sites/default/files/9wine.jpg" style="height:625px; width:625px" /></p> <p> </p> <p><strong>* Mineral and dry</strong>: Pinot Grigios from cool climates like northern Italy, Austria, and Hungary are often produced in stainless steel tanks with no oak aging. America's fastest-growing Pinot Grigio of this type comes from Friuli Colli Orientali in Northeastern Italy. Terlato Vineyards Friuli Pinot Grigio is nurtured and produced by the award-winning winemakers Pierpaolo Sirch and Marco Simonit, who literally wrote the book on how pruning techniques lead to richer, more flavorful wines. It's no wonder Friuli Pinot Grigio is the top luxury Pinot Grigio in the U.S. (And don't let that "luxury" term fool you. You can find it for under $25.)</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>* Fruit forward and dry</strong>: Pinot Grigios coming from warmer climates like Sicily, Abruzzo, Tuscany, Australia, Chile or California offer a style more complex and rich.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>* Fruity and sweet</strong>: The style of Pinot Gris produced in Alsace, France, is the result of an interesting, ancient tradition. For centuries, winemakers in that region were trying to reproduce a Hungarian sweet white wine called Tokaji, which kings in Transylvania and the Ottoman Empire drank. In fact, "Tokay d'Alsace" was still on the labels of wine produced in that region until 2007.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>It's great for cooking</strong></p> <p> </p> <p>Because of its lightness, Pinot Grigio is the perfect choice for cooking. Whether you're splashing it into pasta carbonara, a sauce for grilled halibut or sautéed clams, Pinot Grigio adds a richness to your dishes without overpowering them the way an oaky Chardonnay could.</p> <p> </p> <p>For more information about Pinot Grigio or to find more Terlato family recipes that pair well with wine, visit <a href="https://www.terlatovineyards.com">https://www.terlatovineyards.com</a>.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Brandpoint</strong></p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Highbrow Magazine</strong></p> <p> </p> </div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-tags field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Tags:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/pinot-grigio" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">pinot grigio</a></div><div class="field-item odd" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/pinot-gris" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">pinot gris</a></div><div class="field-item even" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/italian-wine" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">italian wine</a></div><div class="field-item odd" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/french-wine" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">french wine</a></div><div class="field-item even" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/wine" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">wine</a></div><div class="field-item odd" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/terlato" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">terlato</a></div><div class="field-item even" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/wineries" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">wineries</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-author field-type-text field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even">Brandpoint</div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-pop field-type-list-boolean field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Popular:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even">not popular</div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-photographer field-type-text field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Photographer:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even">Google Images; Wikipedia Commons</div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-bot field-type-list-boolean field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Bottom Slider:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even">Out Slider</div></div></div> Mon, 28 May 2018 18:22:17 +0000 tara 8069 at https://www.highbrowmagazine.com https://www.highbrowmagazine.com/9084-few-facts-about-pinot-grigio#comments Exploring D.C.’s Wine Country https://www.highbrowmagazine.com/7734-exploring-dc-s-wine-country <div class="field field-name-field-cat field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/food" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Food</a></div></div></div><span class="submitted-by">Submitted by tara on Sun, 07/09/2017 - 13:07</span><div class="field field-name-field-image field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" rel="og:image rdfs:seeAlso" resource="https://www.highbrowmagazine.com/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/field/image/6wine.jpg?itok=COe7JLBw"><img typeof="foaf:Image" src="https://www.highbrowmagazine.com/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/field/image/6wine.jpg?itok=COe7JLBw" width="480" height="319" alt="" /></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" property="content:encoded"><p> </p> <p>Local wineries may not be the first thing you think about when planning a trip to Washington, D.C. But there they are, scores of wineries spangling Virginia’s pastoral lands within easy reach of the nation’s capital, beckoning with award-winning vintages worthy of any oenophile.</p> <p>It wasn’t always so. While you could always enjoy a beautiful drive into the countryside—the Virginia Piedmont is hands down some of the country’s most beautiful scenery—the wines didn’t necessarily match up.   </p> <p>The winery business has long been tricky in Virginia, despite the fact that colonial explorers discovered masses of grapes fostering huge hopes for a prosperous industry. Ask Mr. Renaissance Man himself, Thomas Jefferson, who first encouraged Americans to drink wine with meals back in the 1700s. For 30 years he attempted to cultivate European wine grapes on his Monticello estate, but failed to produce even a single bottle.</p> <p>In the 1800s, the wine gauge shifted slightly as Virginia winemakers using native grapes began garnering attention. A Virginia Norton, in fact, was named “best wine of all nations” at the 1873 Vienna World’s Fair. But any momentum was lost with the onset of Civil War, which decimated Virginia’s vineyards. Prohibition and the Depression put the final stomp on it all, so that by 1950, only 15 acres of grapes grew in the state.</p> <p>Things changed in the 1960s, as fines wines became trendy across the country. Italian winemaker Gianni Zonin established a winery near Charlottesville where his manager from the family’s vineyards in Italy, Gabriele Rausse, managed to successfully grow European grapes. Their Barboursville Vineyards still flourishes, though the greatest thing Rausse did was share his secrets with other winemakers—today he’s dubbed the Father of the Modern Virginia Wine Industry (he’s also currently the director of gardens and grounds at Jefferson’s Monticello). At the same time, experts at Virginia Tech and elsewhere began developing new cultivation techniques, and Virginia winemakers studied the climate and the soil and growing traditions, focusing on varietals that favor Virginia’s <a name="_GoBack" id="_GoBack"><em>terroir:</em> </a>Viognier, Chardonnay, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, along with the native Norton.</p> <p>Today Virginia is ranked fifth in United States in wine production, with more than 280 wineries—and a plethora of awards. And much of those are within reach of the Capital City.</p> <p> </p> <p><img alt="" src="/sites/default/files/chrysalis.jpg" style="height:356px; width:514px" /></p> <p><strong>A THREE-WINERY TOUR</strong></p> <p>The horse capital of Middleburg, less than an hour’s drive from Washington, D.C., is a wonderful place to start, with several wineries offering notable vintages. Among them is down-to-earth, award-winning Chrysalis Vineyards, which produces the country’s largest acreage of American Norton grapes (more than 40 acres), the true American grape.                       </p> <p>The wine-tasting is a fun ride through delicious wines with interesting stories behind their names. Sarah’s Patio White is a summery fresh wine that is indeed perfect for sipping on the patio, preferably with a picnic lunch, while berry-infused Sarah’s Patio Red is dubbed sangria in a bottle. They’re both named for Sarah Girteude Lind whose parents owned the property in the 19<sup>th</sup> century; she died from TB in 1856 at the age of 16 and is buried just outside the tasting room. The Norton Schitz &amp; Giggels is the perfect BBQ wine, though the best reason to drink it is just to say its name (the label states that two German immigrants, Schitz and Gigels, kept the Norton grape growing in their backyards through Prohibition, but whos’ to say they ever existed). Chrysalis is part of an entire agricultural district, an eat-and-drink-local venture, including 100 milking cows roaming hilly slopes and a creamery (with rumors of ice cream coming). This is a wonderful place to bring a blanket with the intention of purchasing some local products, a bottle of wine, and staying awhile.</p> <p>Nearby Greenhill Winery &amp; Vineyards is owned by what might be considered a Thomas Jefferson protégé (or at least Most Interesting Man in the World). In addition to being a wine aficionado, David Greenhill is a publisher and telecommunications entrepreneur, with a master’s degree in philosophical theology from Yale (which explains the cathedral-like <em>cave </em>and some of the wine names, including Ontologoy and Philosophy).</p> <p>Master winemaker Sébastien Marquet says the vineyard’s soil structure is similar to that of Bordeaux, and the prestigious awards they’ve won prove they’re onto something good. The winery itself is gorgeous, set on rippling, stream-laced countryside dotted with Charolais cows from Burgundy. And while the setting is pure Old World, the new tasting room is pure modern world, with state-of-the-art equipment and stylish, contemporary décor. Be sure to take a peek at the adjacent Farm Store, where you can purchase local produce and gourmet foods, including Greenhill Charolais beef, honey, artisanal cheeses, and jams, as well as local art.</p> <p> </p> <p><img alt="" src="/sites/default/files/greenhill.jpg" style="height:284px; width:619px" /></p> <p> </p> <p>Head toward Leesburg, just 38 miles from Washington, D.C., and you’re in for another treat. Stone Tower Winery is a family-owned and family-run operation set atop Hogback Mountain (with breathtaking views) that’s relatively new. Mike and Kristi Huber, owners of DC’s largest furniture store, bought this property near her parents’ residence, thinking it would be a fine place to retire. Turns out, the land is ideally suited for wine. They hired winemaker Tim Crow and produced their first vintage in 2011, and they’re already garnering awards. There are two tasting rooms, the Harvest Barn, with a main bar upstairs and six downstairs; and the Tower View Tasting Room, both wonderful places to work through a flight of tastes. Though be sure to take time to stroll the expansive grounds. You will feel far, far away from the nation’s capital’s hustle-bustle, in both body and spirit.</p> <p>There are so many more wineries within a gavel’s toss of D.C. Paradise Springs Winery in Clifton, Virginia, is D.C.’s closest winery (30 miles), while Barrel Oak Winery in Delaplane, Virginia, is beloved by wine connoisseurs and dog lovers alike (check out the initials: B.O.W.). Boxwood Estate Winery near Middleburg is one of the best spots for a picnic (buy basket supplies at Market Salamander in Middleburg). And RdV Vineyards in Delaplane is one of the region’s most esteemed, offering a $50-per-person tasting and tour. And the list goes on.</p> <p> </p> <p><img alt="" src="/sites/default/files/stonetower_0.jpg" style="height:417px; width:625px" /></p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Keep an Eye on Maryland</strong></p> <p>Maryland offers a score of wineries within easy reach of the capital as well, but the state hasn’t quite enjoyed the success of Virginia’s wineries. At least not quite yet. But it’s definitely a place to keep an eye on. The Mount Airy region, about an hour’s drive from Washington, D.C., has several notable wineries worth checking out, including Black Ankle, Linganore, and Elk Run.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Author Bio:</strong></p> <p><strong><em>Barbara Noe Kennedy worked as an editor at the National Geographic Book Division for more than 20 years. She has written four books, and her writings have also been published in National Geographic, The Daily Telegraph, and the Los Angeles Times, among other publications.</em></strong></p> <p> </p> <p><strong>For Highbrow Magazine</strong></p> </div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-tags field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Tags:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/virginia-wineries" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">virginia wineries</a></div><div class="field-item odd" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/washington-dc" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Washington DC</a></div><div class="field-item even" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/wine" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">wine</a></div><div class="field-item odd" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/chrysalis-winery" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">chrysalis winery</a></div><div class="field-item even" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/stone-tower-winery" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">stone tower winery</a></div><div class="field-item odd" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/greenhill-winery" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">greenhill winery</a></div><div class="field-item even" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/black-ankle-wines" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">black ankle wines</a></div><div class="field-item odd" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/vineyards" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">vineyards</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-author field-type-text field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even">Barbara Noe Kennedy</div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-pop field-type-list-boolean field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Popular:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even">not popular</div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-photographer field-type-text field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Photographer:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even">Google Images; Chrysalis; Greenhill winery; Stone Tower winery</div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-bot field-type-list-boolean field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Bottom Slider:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even">Out Slider</div></div></div> Sun, 09 Jul 2017 17:07:19 +0000 tara 7610 at https://www.highbrowmagazine.com https://www.highbrowmagazine.com/7734-exploring-dc-s-wine-country#comments Meet the Staff at Highbrow Magazine: Chief Features Writer Angelo Franco https://www.highbrowmagazine.com/5599-meet-staff-highbrow-magazine-chief-features-writer-angelo-franco <div class="field field-name-field-cat field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/media" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Media</a></div></div></div><span class="submitted-by">Submitted by tara on Sun, 02/07/2016 - 17:26</span><div class="field field-name-field-image field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" rel="og:image rdfs:seeAlso" resource="https://www.highbrowmagazine.com/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/field/image/1angelo.jpg?itok=SullLU6-"><img typeof="foaf:Image" src="https://www.highbrowmagazine.com/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/field/image/1angelo.jpg?itok=SullLU6-" width="347" height="480" alt="" /></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" property="content:encoded"><p> </p> <p>I am the swinger of birches Frost wrote about, albeit with a bit of an overwhelming personality outweighed by optimism and a chill sense of humor. I have a foolish belief in humanity the same way I believe my parents are secret superheroes (which I’m hard-set on). I can cook an excellent tilapia and I’m really good at finding hidden food havens around the city. My favorite animals are the elephant and the dragon; and I’m very afraid of spiders. I spend a lot of my time thinking about food and my innermost desire is to have a pet pterodactyl. If I were a light fixture, I’d be a 60-watt incandescent naked bulb in the kitchen ceiling with a short fuse and a little string to turn it on or off. Originally from Pennsylvania near Amish country, I was once caught in the rain on 57<sup>th</sup> street while visiting New York City and suddenly I knew where I wanted to be. So one summer I packed my jeans and my Ray-Bans and made my move to the Steel Jungle.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>What inspired you to become a writer?</strong></p> <p> </p> <p>While a freshman in college, lost in my youth with numerous majors and minors and no idea what to do with my impending adulthood, I found myself—like many others—in Composition 101. There, I wrote a very crummy and all around abysmal detective short story (in which a whole murder gets solved within approximately five paragraphs). Unsurprisingly, my instructor, Dr. Walter Nott, told me it was perhaps one of the worst things he had ever read. But then he also told me that I should consider taking up and studying the craft, that he could show me what writing could do for author and reader, and maybe even teach me what the semicolon is for. He eventually became my advisor and mentor, I discovered his particular taste for hyperbole and deep dislike of the semicolon, and he taught me to love words. Also, he insisted I call him “Uncle Walt,” much to my dismay because I found the informality quite scandalous. When Uncle Walt passed away while sailing off the coast of Maine, we all wore Hawaiian shirts to his service and told jokes and puns, because that’s the kind of dude he was.   </p> <p> </p> <p><img alt="" src="/sites/default/files/1diaz_0.jpg" style="height:528px; width:354px" /></p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Who are a few of your favorite authors/photographers/artists/journalists?</strong></p> <p> </p> <p>I once wrote a letter to Junot Diaz and asked him if he could adopt me. He didn’t reply plus, it turns out, I am legally someone’s son already so that plan was meant to fail from the start. If I’m crying while riding the subway, it’s likely because I lost my MetroCard or I am rereading a Gabriel García Márquez novel. I often tell people they should learn Spanish just so they could read his works in his native tongue. And it’s worth mentioning: the very first book I read was Edmondo De Amicis’s “Heart.” It was a gift from my father when I was around 5-years-old and it marked the beginning of my long-term relationship with novels. The copy my father gave me still sits on my bookshelf. </p> <p> </p> <p><strong>What’s the worst job/assignment you’ve ever had?</strong></p> <p> </p> <p>I had a short stint in a small literary agency in New York City doing research for potential publications. They didn’t believe in “mental enhancers,” so all that was available was decaffeinated coffee and rooibos tea, which was very perplexing and taxing to me (both the spurious “coffee” and the tea). I was also researching the worst/silliest criminals ever, which I thought would be fun but ended up being depressing because apparently many criminals really like taking selfies while committing a crime.</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Which is your favorite city in the U.S.?</strong></p> <p> </p> <p>When you can find dollar pizza steps away from a Michelin-starred restaurant, you know you’ve found your place in the world. You may think New York City is taking you in, chewing you up, and spitting you back out. But really it’s just embracing you with bagels and skyscrapers and bridges and showing you how to keep young at heart while also budgeting for the next MTA fare increase. Further: New York pizza is boss – don’t fight me on this.</p> <p> </p> <p><img alt="" src="/sites/default/files/mediumNewYorkSkyline_2.jpg" style="height:375px; width:600px" /></p> <p> </p> <p><strong>What’s your all-time favorite film?</strong></p> <p>           </p> <p>I still own two VHS copies of The Lion King along, of course, with a standard DVD and a Blu-Ray format. Timon and Pumba are my spirit animals. (Tina Fey is also my spirit animal, by the way).</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Which newspapers/magazines/websites do you read regularly?</strong></p> <p>           </p> <p><em>The New York Times</em> has become part of my morning routine now. I imagine this is due, in part, because it makes me feel like an actual functioning adult. I enjoy <em>The Atlantic</em> because it will probably… likely… sort of take my side on whatever issue they’re writing about. One day, <em>New York Magazine</em> just started showing up in my mailbox and I decided to do nothing about it so it’s been a nice surprise ever since. And <em>GQ Magazine</em> sometimes has really pretty pictures.  </p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Would you rather become the next editor-in-chief of the <em>New Yorker</em> or become the next host of the “Daily Show”?</strong></p> <p> </p> <p>I would rather be the next host of the Daily Show because I would still get to write a whole lot and then show it off to everyone. Also, I could demand donuts every day. And pizza. For everyone.</p> <p> </p> <p><br /> <img alt="" src="/sites/default/files/6wine_0.jpg" style="height:415px; width:625px" /></p> <p> </p> <p><strong>What are your favorite “highbrow” pastimes?</strong></p> <p> </p> <p>Wine has become its own food category and it now sits comfortably and unabashedly on top of the food pyramid. As a young child, a number of people attempted to train me as a classical musician. Alas, I was not able to keep the glass teacups from falling off my hands as I fumbled to play the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_mVW8tgGY_w">Für Elise</a> on the piano (a feat that my instructor swore was necessary to accomplish by anyone who fancied being a pianist of any sort of proficiency, she told me). But the love for classical music, including opera, stuck with me. The aria Casta Diva from Bellini’s “Norma” is a favorite jogging tune of mine. I am also teaching my cats, Kevin and William, how to meow in Italian. I think we’re making progress but I really can’t be sure because they don’t take me very seriously.  </p> </div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-tags field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Tags:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/angelo-franco" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">angelo franco</a></div><div class="field-item odd" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/highbrow-magazine" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Highbrow Magazine</a></div><div class="field-item even" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/junot-diaz" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">junot diaz</a></div><div class="field-item odd" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/magazines" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">magazines</a></div><div class="field-item even" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/books" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">books</a></div><div class="field-item odd" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/literature" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">literature</a></div><div class="field-item even" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/media" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">Media</a></div><div class="field-item odd" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/wine" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">wine</a></div><div class="field-item even" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/new-york-city" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">New York City</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-author field-type-text field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even">Angelo Franco</div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-pop field-type-list-boolean field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Popular:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even">not popular</div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-bot field-type-list-boolean field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Bottom Slider:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even">Out Slider</div></div></div> Sun, 07 Feb 2016 22:26:53 +0000 tara 6648 at https://www.highbrowmagazine.com https://www.highbrowmagazine.com/5599-meet-staff-highbrow-magazine-chief-features-writer-angelo-franco#comments How Millennials Reshaped the Wine Industry https://www.highbrowmagazine.com/4404-how-millennials-have-reshaped-wine-industry <div class="field field-name-field-cat field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even"><a href="/news-features" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">News &amp; Features</a></div></div></div><span class="submitted-by">Submitted by tara on Fri, 10/31/2014 - 12:48</span><div class="field field-name-field-image field-type-image field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" rel="og:image rdfs:seeAlso" resource="https://www.highbrowmagazine.com/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/field/image/2largewinecheese.jpg?itok=jSJbAzkW"><img typeof="foaf:Image" src="https://www.highbrowmagazine.com/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/field/image/2largewinecheese.jpg?itok=jSJbAzkW" width="480" height="318" alt="" /></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-body field-type-text-with-summary field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" property="content:encoded"><p> </p> <p>Over a decade ago, Hawaiian career wine professional and judge Randal Caparoso encouraged wine drinkers to have more fun and be more creative with their wine tasting metaphors.  Oaky, smokey, or woodsy, Caparoso inferred, is for sommeliers and connoisseurs.  Instead, it would be best for the drinker of a New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc to imagine her wine tasting of cold steel and gooseberry pie, or perhaps <a href="http://www.wineloverspage.com/randysworld/abc.shtml">Uma</a> Thurman in a full metal jacket.   That, Caparoso said, is what makes drinking wine classy and sophisticated and, at the same time, ultimately fun - what each glass actually means to the drinker.</p> <p> </p> <p>Even a decade ago, Caparoso was on to something.  In particular, it is the way wine relates to the modern drinker and how the industry is taking note of what that means for their business.  The way Millennials are drinking wine has reshaped and re-imagined everything - from the way it is being marketed, to how it is packaged, to how it is being delivered to consumers.  In a way, this is due in large part to the usual markers commonly given to this generation: the need for immediate satisfaction, the social aspects of wine drinking, and the amount of information that can be so readily and quickly obtained. </p> <p> </p> <p>But other factors include traits that would not be usually associated with wine drinking, such as the sense of adventure and risk taking, lower price points and affordability, and the extent of influence that Millennials have on other generations, among other things.  Meanwhile, winemakers and their marketers are doing their part to ensure that the well of profits that Millennials provide is tapped to maximum output.  Since the early ‘30s, at least in the United States, wine <a href="http://www.wineinstitute.org/resources/statistics/article86">consumption</a> saw a very slow but steady increase until it took a plunge during the ‘90s, only to see a tremendous surge since the beginning of the 2000s, when the first of the Millennials became of drinking age.  It has been in a stable increase rate since then.    </p> <p> </p> <p><br /> <img alt="" src="/sites/default/files/4wine%20%28Jason%20Hargrove%20Flickr%29.jpg" style="height:415px; width:625px" /></p> <p> </p> <p>Early this year, there was somewhat of an uproar when the United States became the number <a href="http://time.com/97957/us-wine-france-consumption/">one</a> consumer of wine per volume, unseating France, the longtime incumbent.  This means that nearly 4 billion bottles of wine were consumed in the U.S. alone during 2013, or about 12 percent of the entire world wine consumption.  Per capita, the U.S. is still far behind its European counterparts, but the wealth of profitability that this incurs lends itself to countless approaches in terms of marketability and purchasing power. </p> <p> </p> <p>Not surprisingly, Baby Boomers are still the <a href="http://www.foxbusiness.com/personal-finance/2013/10/08/how-millennials-are-changing-wine-industry/">top</a> consumers of wine in the United States at 41.4 percent of total consumption; Millennials come in second at nearly 27 percent, and that number is rapidly increasing.  Marketers understand that the Boomers generation is slowly but surely dwindling in numbers, while Millennials will only continue to grow as more of them become of drinking age. </p> <p> </p> <p>As Millennials make their move out of college and into the workforce, their drinking habits also change. They opt for the <a href="http://www.reuters.com/article/2011/01/20/us-column-cohen-wine-idUSTRE70I5X920110120">sophistication</a> often associated with wine—as well as cocktails and craft brews—over the party favors of liquor and mass-produced beers.  In addition, Millennials apparently do not need a special occasion to drink wine; rather, they find drinking wine to be a social activity as well as a relaxing one, such as when cooking or watching television.  The reverberation of this is that while Millennials are paying less for wine than their Boomers counterpart because of socioeconomic reasons, they are consuming it far more often.  A Boomer or Gen Xer, then, may find it rewarding to buy an expensive bottle of wine that will taste good in 10 years and save it for a special occasion down the road, while Millennials are more likely to buy a few, rather cheap bottles to be consumed immediately per occasion, though this is not necessarily true when it comes to consuming wine in specific environments.  The art of marketing wine to Millennials has thus taken its own form.</p> <p> </p> <p>For an industry known for its long history of loyalty and systematic hierarchy of regions, vintages, and grapes, this meant taking some risks and, given the industry’s long storied traditions, this is a far stride.  There is a <a href="http://distributionpropertysolutions.com/us-wine-consumption-trends/">methodical</a> way of purchasing way, it seems. It starts with deciding on a price point, which is largely influenced by the occasion of the purchase itself, followed by the grape, the vintage, the region and, lastly, by the most attractive bottle.  This is the same structure that marketers pay attention to when looking into the habits of Millennials purchasing wine. </p> <p> </p> <p><br /> <img alt="" src="/sites/default/files/5wine%20%28pixabay%29.jpg" style="height:418px; width:625px" /></p> <p> </p> <p>On average, Gen Y consumers, who drink nearly three glasses of wine per occasion, will spend approximately $15 on a bottle to take to a party, $20-$30 on a bottle for themselves or to drink at home, and $50 or more while dining out, preferring to drink by the glass than to purchase a single bottle for the duration of their meal. This eclipses the habits of both Boomers and Gen Xers, who are less likely to drink casually at home and ultimately spend less while dining out, opting to purchase a single bottle of wine over a number of glasses, bringing the sales figures down. </p> <p> </p> <p>This has had direct and influential impacts over small-scale and local winemakers, who are often able to keep the retail price of their products under the 20-dollar mark while offering only a few numbers of options at a slightly higher price point to fill all the gaps.  With the costs of producing at a small scale kept relatively low, complete control over the management and production processes, and the shipping of their products, small vineyards and winemakers have found that offering a quality, simple, and relatively low-priced product is indeed in their best interest.  Coupled with the stories behind their bottled liquid, small producers are tackling the growing number of wine-consuming Millennials right from the get go.</p> <p> </p> <p>Millennials, in an often-beleaguered trait of their generation, prefer a product with an interesting story behind it over a tried-and-true one.  This is the same generational trait that is frequently quoted as being a major factor in the food revolution sweeping the nation - demanding more healthy, organic, fairly sourced choices, as well as knowing where any given product they are consuming comes from. </p> <p> </p> <p>This, in turn, is largely the cause of the ease in which Millennials are able to access information, being technology and information driven.  Wine is no <a href="http://ny.eater.com/2013/2/11/6481917/tracking-the-big-changes-in-nyc-wine-list-development">exception</a>.  As with the case of desiring a more immediate outcome, Millennials are more likely to be attracted to a wine bottle made seasonally by a mom-and-pop operation than Gen Xers and Boomers, who would probably prefer a loyalist approach to a grand cru from the Entre-Deux-Mers region.  In fact, as many as 85 percent of Millennials frequently purchase unfamiliar brands, according to research conducted by the Wine Market Council.  For winemakers, this means being able to keep their operation to a small scale while still making profit with, perhaps, the flipside of remaining relatively unknown.  In other words, Millennials love a good tale and prefer an interesting, whimsical label over one depicting hills and skies.  It is probably safe to say, however, that both winemakers and Gen Y consumers actually look for similar things in their wine, which is a simple, authentic, good tasting product with little additives, relaying more on the seasonality of the grape and the output of any particular vintage. </p> <p> </p> <p><br /> <img alt="" src="/sites/default/files/6wine.jpg" style="height:415px; width:625px" /></p> <p> </p> <p>Consequently, given the proficiency of Millennials in accessing and obtaining information, wine has taken a very social aspect to its marketing.  Learning about wine has never been easier.  A wine drinker no longer needs to be in Napa or in Bordeaux to access information about a particular grape native to the region, nor are modern consumers limited to a local wine shop that only carries Chiantis, Cabernets, and Pinot Grigios.  With the wealth of small, dedicated wine shops in the age of information, Millennials have found that it is very easy to have a relationship with wines. </p> <p> </p> <p>In hand with this is Gen Y’s reliability on social media.  That is to say, Millennials will trust the opinion of their Facebook friends or a consumer-driven review site far more than those of experts and professional sommeliers.  For this reason, the wine industry has taken substantial steps to ensure that their branding is represented in such a light.  For example, Constellation Brands, the second-largest wine seller and brand building in the world, recently supercharged their branding techniques to aggressively target younger consumers, particularly in social networks.  In 2010, Constellation <a href="http://www.businessweek.com/magazine/content/11_21/b4229022111543.htm">increased</a> their digital marketing budget to $10 million, and by 2011, the budget had been raised to $15 million.  By staging “Twitter parties,” encouraging online dialogue, offering a more transparent look into their products, and focusing on the habits of their target consumers rather than on the products themselves, the company helped boost the sales of some of their products by up to 20 percent over only one summer season. </p> <p> </p> <p>But perhaps one of the most surprising traits that wine-drinking Millennials have is the way in which they can influence older generations to follow suit.  They encourage, even, older generations to be more adventurous wine drinkers, and this is something that marketers are counting on.  The industry <a href="http://agbeat.com/business-news/millennials-drink-wine-generation/">asserts</a> that once Baby Boomers are able to get over their preconceptions and often ill-placed loyalties over wine, they are likely to be just as open and willing to explore the vast world of vino that is available to them.  What’s more, they have the cash to do it right and more often. Eventually, the industry has found, older generations will start to act exactly like Millennials with their wine-drinking habits, relying more on their own tastes, demanding more meaningful information, and discovering previously unexplored options.  This prevalence of Baby Boomers acquiring younger generational traits and becoming more technologically savvy and adventurous in their drinking and eating habits is so rampant that the media has even coined a term for them: Silver Surfers. </p> <p> </p> <p>It is not surprising, then, that the wine industry has taken a sharp turn on its marketing and branding efforts.  Some <a href="http://www.huffingtonpost.com/leora-kalikow/the-future-of-millennial-_b_4859049.html">argue</a> that the future of wine is the box because it offers mobility and an eco-friendly solution that Millennials desire, while others declare that taking a more design-savvy approach to bottles and labels is the surefire way to attract and keep this demographic. </p> <p> </p> <p>Whatever the case may be, what is certain is that Boomers will keep on drinking wine, Gen Xers will mostly fall between the cracks by choosing beer and liquor, and Millennials will continue to provide a growing number of consumers for winemakers.  And like any other business, the industry is out to make a move and keep this generation of wine drinkers.  In their efforts, tangents, some unforeseen, will become apparent. It may be that drinking wine will eventually turn into another social, fun activity, like status updating and retweeting. </p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Author Bio:</strong></p> <p><strong><em>Angelo Franco is a contributing writer at</em> Highbrow Magazine.</strong></p> </div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-tags field-type-taxonomy-term-reference field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Tags:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/millenials" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">millenials</a></div><div class="field-item odd" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/drinking-wine" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">drinking wine</a></div><div class="field-item even" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/wine" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">wine</a></div><div class="field-item odd" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/wine-industry" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">wine industry</a></div><div class="field-item even" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/vineyards" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">vineyards</a></div><div class="field-item odd" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/bottles-wine" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">bottles of wine</a></div><div class="field-item even" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/chardonnay" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">chardonnay</a></div><div class="field-item odd" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/pinot-grigio" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">pinot grigio</a></div><div class="field-item even" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/sauvignon-blanc" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">sauvignon blanc</a></div><div class="field-item odd" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/merlot" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">merlot</a></div><div class="field-item even" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/cabernet" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">cabernet</a></div><div class="field-item odd" rel="dc:subject"><a href="/drinking" typeof="skos:Concept" property="rdfs:label skos:prefLabel" datatype="">drinking</a></div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-author field-type-text field-label-hidden"><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even">Angelo Franco</div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-pop field-type-list-boolean field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Popular:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even">not popular</div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-photographer field-type-text field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Photographer:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even">Wikipedia Commons; Google Images; Jason Hargrove (Flickr);</div></div></div><div class="field field-name-field-bot field-type-list-boolean field-label-above"><div class="field-label">Bottom Slider:&nbsp;</div><div class="field-items"><div class="field-item even">Out Slider</div></div></div> Fri, 31 Oct 2014 16:48:20 +0000 tara 5367 at https://www.highbrowmagazine.com https://www.highbrowmagazine.com/4404-how-millennials-have-reshaped-wine-industry#comments