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Millennials Now Drive U.S. Wine Buying, Shaping Napa and Sonoma Strategies
business1 month ago

Millennials Now Drive U.S. Wine Buying, Shaping Napa and Sonoma Strategies

Millennials have become America’s largest wine-drinking generation, overtaking baby boomers, with Gen Z also embracing wine more. The Wine Market Council finds millennials at 31% of U.S. wine drinkers (boomers 26%), prompting wineries to tailor messaging, education, and shopping experiences. Strategies include multi‑generational education programs, flexible sales models (allocations vs. buy‑now), and streamlined e‑commerce, with a strong emphasis on sustainability and authentic storytelling in Napa Valley and Sonoma.

via Robb Report|
#business#millennials#napa-valley
"Fani Willis Faces Ethics Board Over Cash Payments for Napa Valley Wine Tasting"
politics2 years ago

"Fani Willis Faces Ethics Board Over Cash Payments for Napa Valley Wine Tasting"

Winery host in California recalls District Attorney Fani Willis and special prosecutor Nathan Wade paying for a wine tasting with cash, a preference that aligns with Willis' testimony about using cash for reimbursements. The issue of cash payments has come up in the context of allegations of financial impropriety and a romantic relationship between Willis and Wade, who are involved in the Fulton County case related to the 2020 Georgia election interference involving former President Donald Trump. The judge has not yet scheduled a follow-up hearing to discuss the push to remove Willis and Wade from the case.

via CBS News|
#california#cash-payments#donald-trump
"DA Fani Willis Faces Ethics Questions Over Cash Payments and Church Award"
legalpolitical2 years ago

"DA Fani Willis Faces Ethics Questions Over Cash Payments and Church Award"

Napa Valley winery employee confirms that District Attorney Fani Willis paid about $400 in cash for wine and a tasting tour during a visit with special prosecutor Nathan Wade, corroborating Willis' testimony that she often pays for expenses in cash. This comes amid legal proceedings where defendants seek to disqualify Willis and her office from prosecuting the Trump election interference case, alleging financial benefits from her relationship with Wade. The report also supports Willis' claim that she keeps large amounts of cash on hand, but defense attorneys question the lack of documentation for cash reimbursements.

via The Atlanta Journal Constitution|
#cash-payments#fani-willis#legal-proceedings
"Former Bachelor host Chris Harrison ties the knot with Lauren Zima in double wedding celebration"
entertainment2 years ago

"Former Bachelor host Chris Harrison ties the knot with Lauren Zima in double wedding celebration"

Former Bachelor host Chris Harrison, 52, married producer Lauren Zima, 35, in two lavish ceremonies held in Napa Valley and Austin, Texas. The couple celebrated with friends and family, including Bachelor alumni, at a "blowout bash" in Texas. The bride wore a strapless white gown and changed into a second gown for the evening reception. The ceremonies were intimate and emotional, with the couple expressing their love and gratitude for each other.

via Daily Mail|
#chris-harrison#entertainment#lauren-zima
Celebrated Food Network Chef Michael Chiarello Passes Away from Allergic Reaction
obituary2 years ago

Celebrated Food Network Chef Michael Chiarello Passes Away from Allergic Reaction

Food Network star and renowned chef Michael Chiarello has passed away at the age of 61 after suffering a severe allergic reaction that led to anaphylactic shock. The cause of the reaction remains unknown. Chiarello, known for his California-Italian cuisine, had a successful career in the culinary industry, opening restaurants and appearing on various food shows. However, he faced controversy in 2016 with lawsuits alleging a sexually charged and abusive work environment, as well as a DUI arrest. Chiarello is survived by his wife and four children.

via Eater SF|
#allergic-reaction#chef#food-network
Lizzo faces threats and unfriendly signs at BottleRock Napa festival.
music2 years ago

Lizzo faces threats and unfriendly signs at BottleRock Napa festival.

Lizzo, the first Black woman to headline BottleRock Napa Valley, saw threatening signs before her performance, but refused to let the bigots win. She did not specify the signs, but a Napa Valley Register article from 2021 describes controversy around signs reading “CHOKE THE WOKE” and “AMERICA LOVE IT OR LEAVE IT” posted near the Napa Valley Expo. Lizzo's show featured a number of political moments, including a shout of “Drag is not a crime!” Despite the threats, Lizzo still seemed like she was having fun onstage and had the most crowded performance of the day.

via SFGATE|
#bigotry#bottlerock#drag
Inside Colton Underwood and Jordan C. Brown's Star-Studded Wedding
entertainment2 years ago

Inside Colton Underwood and Jordan C. Brown's Star-Studded Wedding

Colton Underwood, a former contestant on "The Bachelor," married Jordan C. Brown in a three-day celebration in Napa Valley. The ceremony featured a choir, orchestra, and a surprise performance by Stanford University's artistic swimming team. The couple walked down the aisle together and exchanged vows they wrote themselves. The wedding was attended by 200 guests, including celebrities like Olivia Wilde and Ana de Armas. The grooms picked Tom Ford suits for the day, and after dinner, they changed into different Tom Ford jackets for a spin on the dance floor.

via Yahoo Entertainment|
#celebrity-guests#colton-underwood#entertainment
"The Bachelor's Colton Underwood ties the knot with Jordan C. Brown in Napa Valley"
entertainment2 years ago

"The Bachelor's Colton Underwood ties the knot with Jordan C. Brown in Napa Valley"

Former 'Bachelor' star Colton Underwood married his boyfriend of two years, political strategist Jordan C. Brown, in a beautiful outdoor ceremony in Napa Valley. The wedding was attended by about 200 guests and featured a disco-themed pool party reception. The couple wanted to break traditional norms and acknowledged that it might be the first queer wedding for many of their guests. Colton had previously been featured on three different 'Bachelor' shows, with his virginity being a focal point, but he can now leave the bachelor life behind as a married man.

via TMZ|
#bachelor#colton-underwood#entertainment
Colton Underwood ties the knot with Jordan C. Brown in Napa Valley.
entertainment2 years ago

Colton Underwood ties the knot with Jordan C. Brown in Napa Valley.

Colton Underwood, former star of "The Bachelor," married political strategist Jordan C. Brown in a three-day wedding celebration at the Carneros Resort and Spa in Napa Valley. The couple wore custom Tom Ford suits and exchanged personal vows and rings before celebrating with friends and family at the reception. The wedding included a disco-themed pool party and a performance by Stanford University's Artistic Swimmers. The couple paid tribute to queer people in history with a photo display and love letters. Underwood says he's never been more sure about something and feels lucky to spend every day with his husband.

via Yahoo Entertainment|
#colton-underwood#entertainment#jordan-c-brown