The Tasting Panel magazine

EASY-TO-LOVE WINES THAT LIVE UP TO THEIR NAMES IMPACT HOT BRAND AWARD WINNER " We made these wines in the style that we and our friends love to enjoy. We hope you do too! " John and Michele, Vintners – the "J" and the "M" in JaM Visit JaMCellars.com/Trade ©2018 JaM Cellars, Napa, CA 94559

• Cover
• Letter from the Publisher
• SCHOLARSHIPS & WINE EDUCATION Miami and Houston Host Last Stops of Treasury Wine Estates'Seven-City Luxicon Tour
• Industry Spotlight
• ForceBrands Hot Shot: Holly Berry
• Scotch Report
• The Ransom Note
• Sin City Sips
• Profile: Geoff Whitman
• Somm's List
• Capitol Chill
• ForceBrands Movers & Shakers
• Traveling Hungary
• Public Relations: J.A.M. PR
• Trade Association: WSWA
• Sparkling: Mionetto
• On the Road with Jack: Detroit
• SEASIDE CELEBRATION Miami's Top Somms Gather to Explore Rhône Valley Vineyards
• JUST THE RIGHT BLEND Wemyss Malts' Three Bottlings Stand Out Within the Growing Category
• Furmint Ambassador: PlumpJack Balboa Café
• Blue Reviews
• Publisher's Picks
• THE GIN REVOLUTION London's Sipsmith Brings True Craftmanship to a Traditional Spirit
• Beer: Heineken
• What to Do: Corkage
• Event Recap: Lebanese Wine Day
• PUT A GIN IN IT The Tasting Panel Selects Our Favorite Spirits for an Incredible Gin-uary
• Behind the Scenes with Fred Dame, MS
• Celebrations: Disaronno
• Italy: Stemmari
• New Releases: Knob Creek 25th Anniversary
• FINDING CLOSUREA t Sommcon San Diego, The Tasting Panel Led a Seminar on the Positive Effects of Natural Cork on Fine Wine
• Pairing Suggestions: Wine and Cannabis
• Rum: Ron Abuelo
• Travel: London Hotels