In the world of low- and no-alcohol beverages, innovation isn’t a buzzword — it’s a necessity. After BevZero’s recent WINnovation award, spotlighting game-changing achievements in wine technology, it’s time we take you deeper into the system that’s redefining alcohol removal: ClearAlc. Exclusively distributed by BevZero and engineered and manufactured by Tomsa Destil, ClearAlc is the next generation of dealcoholization equipment. It brings a blend of precision, sustainability, and versatility unique to the beverage world — and it’s earning attention for good reason. Let’s open the hood on ClearAlc and explore what makes this technology not only unique but award-worthy. What Is ClearAlc? At its core, ClearAlc is a patented vacuum distillation system that removes alcohol from wine, cider, and spirits using a single-pass, high-efficiency process. But this isn’t just about pulling out ethanol — ClearAlc

DH Wine Compliance has officially moved to 800 Edgewood Place in Windsor, a community that has been home to founder, Drea Helfer, since 2005. The building is currently occupied by Fidelity National Title on the first floor, and now DH Wine Compliance on the upper floor. Our new location offers an ideal space for teamwork and easy access for our clients. With convenient parking and a welcoming environment, we’re excited to continue working alongside our clients and partners to deliver exceptional service in a collaborative space.

DH Wine Compliance plans to relocate from the Sonoma County airport area in mid-2025 to an office building it purchased in Windsor. The founder reflects on how the business has evolved with agency tech adoption and a recent industry slowdown. DH Wine Compliance, which helps the wine business stay in line with federal, state and local regulations nationwide, will be getting a new home this year, its 15th in business. An affiliate of the Sonoma County-based company purchased a 9,950-square-foot office building in Windsor on Dec. 30, 2024, for $2.2 million, according to public records. Founded in 2010 by Drea Helfer, DH Wine Compliance has been operating out of 2,237 square feet at 5570 Skylane Blvd, Suite A, north of Santa Rosa. The move to the new building will provide the company with a permanent home and room for future growth, according to Helfer. "It's a big step for the company," she said. "We've been renting for the past 15 years, and it just feels great t

Doña Paula wanted to redefine sustainability in winemaking with its "Unique" line of organic wines. Against a backdrop of staggering statistics highlighting the exponential growth of the organic wine sector, Doña Paula’s commitment to environmental responsibility stood out as a guiding light. TAKEAWAYS Amidst a global surge in demand for organic wines, Doña Paula wanted to redefine sustainability in winemaking with its "Unique" line of organic wines. Against a backdrop of staggering statistics highlighting the exponential growth of the organic wine sector, Doña Paula’s commitment to environmental responsibility stood out as a guiding light. Doña Paula turned to UPM Raflatac. Their commitment to crafting label materials beyond fossils, and in this case, sourced entirely from recycled components aligned seamlessly with the winery's ethos. ENVI® is made from 100% Post Consumer Waste (PCW) materials and has an ultra

     Wine Road Unveils Exciting New Ambassador Program to Celebrate Sonoma County!  For Immediate Release  February 15, 2024  Northern Sonoma County, CA – It's not just any road; it's the Wine Road! We're thrilled to announce a new way for wine lovers, educators, and hospitality heroes to dive deep into the world of Sonoma County's liquid treasures. Drumroll, please... introducing the Wine Road Ambassador Program! 🍇🎉  Almost as rich as a glass of vintage Cabernet Sauvignon, Wine Road's history stretches back nearly half a century. We've spent decades helping folks saunter through Sonoma County's awe-inspiring vineyards, and now we’re serving up an opportunity to get even closer to the magic that makes our corner of the world so sip-worthy.  Whether you're a local hospitality maestro, a wine educator with a thirst for viticulture knowledge, or a wine enthusiast plotting your next escapade among the vin

Business and Corporate Travel are back this year and Sonoma Sterling recognizes that superb customer service and efficiency are the utmost priorities for our clients. Whether it is a discreet executive transfer to a company retreat location, a corporate employee event or a business airport transfer - rest assured that our chauffeurs present the best that professional, full service transportation can offer. Our drivers and reservation staff go beyond just a basic booking with additional follow up details directly to our customers such as prior knowledge of venue or airport logistics, personal flight tracking and staging your vehicle prior to pick up - all at no extra charge. We service all of North Bay's corporate event sites, such as the Bohemian Grove, Monte Rio, the Fairmont Mission Inn, Sonoma, Hyatt Wine Country, Santa Rosa, Silverado Country Club, Napa and Triple S Ranch, Calistoga. We travel to all public and private airports in the Bay Area, including Kaiser Jet Center, San

From custom artwork recreation to hand painted labels, etching is the most authentic and artistic way to capture your brand's essence. If you'd like to learn how we continue to push the boundaries of what's possible in wine bottle decorating, here's a closer look at our partnership with Realm Cellars. BEHIND THE BOTTLE Realm Cellars has been etching large format bottles with BERGIN since 2014. Every single label we have produced for them over the years comes with unique and bespoke detail. We consider the Realm series to be a collection of some of the most complex etched and painted bottles we produce. Their labels continue to push the capabilities of artisanal painting on glass, creating one of a kind works of art inside and outside the bottle. DESIGN DETAILS Since Realm labels have color in every single layer, it is important for us to first figure out what phase of sandblasting to use. This is to ensure our etched layers and depth allow the correct color layer

Art Russe Collection Wine-and-Chess Case Becomes Special Prize for World Chess Champion Magnus Carlsen

17 December – The FIDE World Chess Championship held in the premises of EXPO2020 has ended in Dubai. The winner, Norwegian Magnus Carlsen (7.5 – 3.5) has defeated the Russian Grandmaster Ian Nepomniachtchi. In Dubai, Carlsen has successfully defended his World Champion title for the fifth time. Under a partnership agreement between Chateau La Grace […]

Reduction is one of the most common problems in winemaking. Hydrogen sulfide and other volatile sulfur containing compounds (VSC) are generally produced during alcoholic fermentation but can also develop during storage, ageing and post-bottling. The aromas generated by these sulfur compounds are described as rotten egg, burnt rubber, skunky, burnt match, asparagus, onion and garlic. Additionally, they can impact mouthfeel and intensify other negative wine attributes such as bitterness and herbaceous characters. Their presence, when close to or above the sensory threshold, decreases wine aroma quality. For this reason, it is important to know how to prevent and treat this defect during the different stages of winemaking. READ MORE