Supermarket wine sales in Canada. Just how much wine do Millennials drink? Should Arizona winemakers be able to ship directly to consumers? And how do you you harvest Pinot grapes for the perfect wine? [level-members] Ontario Plans to Allow Supermarket Wine Sales It’s Canada, but wine sales in supermarkets is always an interesting topic. Read […]
Archive for February, 2016
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February 15th, 2016It’s Valentines Day: Forget the Champagne. Or Don’
February 12th, 2016Unless you and your beloved both love Champagne, there’s no reason to be a slave to ceremony. Pour whatever you prefer – and pair it with the meal you love. [level-members] Pizza and a cheap Italian red? That’s OK by me. Just make sure you and your mate agree on what qualifies as romantic. Of course, there’s […]
Could be Worse, Could be Prohibiti
February 11th, 2016Sometimes, the good old times weren’t all that good. Take prohibition, for example. [level-members] Sure, in our modern world we have to deal with fanatical terrorists bent on widespread destruction – and that’s just the US Presidential candidates! (Kidding, kidding …) – and diseases that spread from continent to continent in the blink of an international […]
Marketing via the State of the Wine Industry Repo
February 10th, 2016Silcon Valley Bank recently released its annual State of the Wine Industry report and in addition to data about the industry, areas of strength, and possible weaknesses, it provides some marketing ideas worth considering. [level-members] First, though, it’s worth noting that much of the report focuses on winemakers as opposed to wine retailers. (This is […]
Can a Delivery App Expand Your Wine Shop Busines
February 9th, 2016Yes, but being specialized is important. Regardless, this is an interesting story from Internet Retailer on the delivery apps that are partnering with local wine shops – to everyone’s benefit. [level-members] The app makers benefit, the wine shop owners benefit, and the consumers benefit. Atlantic Cellars in Brooklyn, NY is used as an example in the […]
Wine Industry News for Feb 8, 20
February 8th, 2016Don’t be a boar in Tuscany, Sommeliers hate your smartphone even more than everyone else, consumers love buying right from the source, and what’s going on with Greek wines. [level-members] Deer and Boar, Oh My That’s not a typo in our opener. Winemakers in Tuscany are backing a plan to cull the herds of both […]
Big Game Dishes and Deliciousne
February 4th, 2016Ain’t it crazy how a billion-dollar professional sports league is worried about local bars and restaurants trading on their name? (Hence the non-specific “big game” parties …) But whatever you call it, here’s what to serve before, during and after the big game. [level-members] We reported earlier in the week about wine’s growth compared to […]
Wine Info Worth Sharing with Your Wine Shop Custome
February 4th, 2016Should you refrain two days a week? Are wine glasses worth it? Are you sure you’re OK to drive? Questions worth pondering … <level-members> Give Your Liver a Break We’ve been hearing this one a bit lately. A doctor suggesting that it might be in your liver’s best interest to have a weekend of its […]
Wine Shop Marketing – The Value of a Wine Cell
February 3rd, 2016Many of today’s popular wines – so-called New World wines – are built for immediate or near-immediate consumption. But that doesn’t mean that a wine cellar isn’t worthwhile. Here’s how to tie the value of a wine cellar into your wine shop marketing. [level-members] First, remember that to some, a wine cellar everything we’re trying to avoid […]
How to Replace Robert Parker and Wine Spectat
February 2nd, 2016Sure, some people prefer to be told what to think. It’s so much easier than thinking for yourself. But that’s not the kind of customer you should build your wine business around. [level-members] You probably feel pressured into putting reviews and scores on at least some wines on your shelves. People love that stamp of approval […]