We spend a lot of time talking about frost, I thought this article could make the issue more real: http://www.winespectator.com/webfeature/show/id/Frost-Strikes-France’s-Burgundy-and-Loire-Wine-Regions
It is from seasons past but it made a significant impact in the regions affected and is still being discussed among wine professionals.
In preparation of the lecture on beer please read and view the following:
Who makes Brooklyn Brewery Beer? Learn about Garrett Oliver
How Beer is made:
Click here for another video (this is a concise video)
Some history and the current state of Brooklyn Brewery, press here.
There is a difference: Ales and Lagers
There are various types of beer: types of beer
For and in-class activity: press here and pick two beer styles. Reply to this post with the beer style you are going to share with the class.
The region of Burgundy is rich in history and in wine that this is a much watch video.
I am often asked “What is your favorite wine?”. I can’t answer that question. There is a lot to consider, food, season, mood, cost…and on and on. Beer, however, I do have one favorite it is IPA. I like the bitterness and feel it does with most foods, it transcends season and mood and cost, well, that fluctuates but, oh well, sometimes I will spend the extra dollar.
It is time to practice our analysis skills on a new beverage, beer! Please the attached sell sheets provide great information about the beer we will taste. I suggest tasting first, downloading after.
Here is a link that may be helpful: http://prezi.com/8nkbel4n5pfs/?utm_campaign=share&utm_medium=copy&rc=ex0share
Analyze the wine label:
What does estate mean?
What is the AVA?
What is the grape variety and what is the minimum of that grape variety in the bottle?
The fires burning through California are devastating to life in so many ways including the impact on tourism. Stay informed:
https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2017/10/12/us/california-wildfire-conditions-speed.html
Advanced studies in wine can be challenging but are met with amazing rewards. Read about the Grand Crus of Alsace! While at an introduction level this is not required it will give you insight into what is your future should you take on the challenge of advanced wine studies.
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