Sunset Magazine is thrilled to announce the call for entries in the 2024 Sunset International Wine Competition! For the 8th consecutive year, Sunset Magazine, the definitive lifestyle brand of the modern American West, proudly presents the Sunset International Wine Competition. Our engaged, discerning, and wine aficionado Sunset audience perfectly pairs with the select panel of judges comprised of seasoned wine professionals, Master Sommeliers, and Masters of Wine to celebrate the brightest and boldest wines of the year. Meet 2023's Competition Winners: 2023 Sunset International Wine Competition  BEST OF SHOW Brecon Estate 2022 Albarino Best of the Best Best of Show - White Wine Husch Vineyards 2022 Muscat Canelli Best of Show Dessert/Late Harvest Sojourn Cellars NV Brut Sparkling Best of Show Sparkling Wine La Storia Trentadue Winery 2020 Merlot Best of Show Red Wine Seaglass Trinchero Family Estates 2021 Rosé Best of Show Rosé Wine T

Best of Show Awarded to Brecon Estate Albariño    June 6, 2023 (Santa Rosa, Calif.) — Winners have been announced for the 2023 Sunset International Wine Competition, which took place in May in Santa Rosa, Calif. Taking the top spot this year is Brecon Estate 2022 Albariño, which judges described as “fresh and bright,” “honeysuckle,” with a “lingering finish.” Ultimately, they concluded, “a very well-made wine.”  Brecon Estate is a boutique estate winery located in the westside hills outside of Paso Robles, Calif. “This particular varietal has been hugely successful for us,” says winemaker Damian Grindley. “It fits so well with alfresco summers in Paso Robles and so many Southern states, as well as the seafood culture of the [San Luis Obispo] Coast. It’s helped put both Brecon Estate and Central Coast Albariño on the map.” He continues, “Its fruit sourcing h

Best of Show Awarded to Brecon Estate Albariño    June 6, 2023 (Santa Rosa, Calif.) — Winners have been announced for the 2023 Sunset International Wine Competition, which took place in May in Santa Rosa, Calif. Taking the top spot this year is Brecon Estate 2022 Albariño, which judges described as “fresh and bright,” “honeysuckle,” with a “lingering finish.” Ultimately, they concluded, “a very well-made wine.”  Brecon Estate is a boutique estate winery located in the westside hills outside of Paso Robles, Calif. “This particular varietal has been hugely successful for us,” says winemaker Damian Grindley. “It fits so well with alfresco summers in Paso Robles and so many Southern states, as well as the seafood culture of the [San Luis Obispo] Coast. It’s helped put both Brecon Estate and Central Coast Albariño on the map.” He continues, “Its fruit sourcing h

Southern Glazer’s Signs Agreement to Acquire Epic Wines & Spirits: Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits (Southern Glazer’s)—the world’s preeminent distributor of beverage alcohol—today announced that it has signed a national distribution agreement with Foley Family Wines (FFW), a family-owned and operated producer and marketer of luxury wines... The post Afternoon Brief, February 8th appeared first on Wine Industry Advisor. Url:https://wineindustryadvisor.com/2021/02/08/afternoon-brief-1796?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=afternoon-brief-1796 Published Date:Mon, 08 Feb 2021 22:49:32 +0000 

SONOMA, Calif. (February 5, 2021) – Sojourn Cellars, one of California’s most highly rated producers of Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon, is proud to announce the addition of Patrick Seymour as National Sales Manager. Certified with the Court of Master Sommeliers, Seymour has been in the industry for over 20 years and is perfectly […] The post Sojourn Cellars Welcomes Patrick Seymour as National Sales Manager appeared first on Wine Industry Advisor. Url:https://wineindustryadvisor.com/2021/02/05/sojourn-cellars-welcomes-patrick-seymour?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=sojourn-cellars-welcomes-patrick-seymour Published Date:Fri, 05 Feb 2021 19:11:50 +0000