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LINGANORE WINECELLARS WINS THE 2022 MARYLAND GREEN REGISTRY LEADERSHIP AWARD! 

When it comes to environmental consciousness, 70% of companies now have some form of governance of sustainability in place, according to a 2021 McKinsey study, and it’s likely you’re hearing more about Environmental, Social and Corporate Governance, or ESG, than ever before.  More businesses are going green because more of today’s consumers demand it. Here’s a look at what business sustainability is, and how it can help your brand and your bottom line.  What is Business Sustainability?Also referred to as corporate sustainability or green business, business sustainability initiatives usually address the three pillars of sustainability.  Environmental PillarInitiatives that reduce the…

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Myths And The History Of Screw Caps 

Have you ever turned down a bottle of wine simply because it had a screw cap?  The Myths  More and more wines are opting to use screw cap closures over traditional corks. So why is that? And are there any benefits to using one closure technique over the other?  Since screw caps were invented for wine in the late 1960s, there’s been a belief that the screw cap is inferior to the traditional cork. But this belief mythical than reality.   Many believe that a screw cap is a sign of low-quality wine. Most likely because overtime, screw caps had…

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Saperavi, An Ancient Grape That Thrives On America’s East Coast

  Do you know about the origins of Saperavi?  Saperavi is actually the Georgian word for “dye.” The grape is grown throughout the Caucasus — the area between the Caspian Sea and the Black Sea — where winemaking began at least 6,000 years ago. The region has a moderate climate and is believed to be the original home of vinifera, the species of grape that includes classic European varieties like Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, Riesling, and Chardonnay. Hardy and late-ripening, Saperavi thrives in the cooler, moist climates of eastern Europe, so it’s no surprise that Mid Atlantic winemakers see its…

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LINGANORE WINECELLARS WINS 2 BEST IN CLASS & 2 DOUBLE GOLD AWARDS AT THE MD GOVERNOR’S CUP WINE COMPETITION

MOUNT AIRY, MD., February 12, 2021/PRNewswire/ — Linganore Winecellars, located at 13601 Glissans Mill Road in Mt. Airy Maryland. Linganore Winecellars received a total of eleven medals and two “Best In Class” designations at the 2020 Maryland Wine Governor’s Cup Competition. Originally planned for August 2020, the competition was finally held on February 5 with a cohort of judges and staff.  The 32nd annual event featured 160 wines, some made from new-to-Maryland varieties, like Malbec, Saperavi, and Chenin Blanc. Linganore Winecellars passion is to make wines that can compete on a world stage. Thanks to our extremely talented winemaking team…

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Winery & Vineyard Sustainability

In honor of Earth Day, Linganore hosts an annual 5K hike around the perimeter of the property. We travel through the forest and throughout the vineyards, stopping at several scenic points along the way to talk about our sustainability efforts at the winery and in the vineyard.   For the past few years, these walking tours have been led by me, Rachel Smith, Assistant Winemaker, and our Assistant Vineyard Manager, Brandon Wastler, who brings over 10 years of experience in Virginia and Maryland vineyards.     Scenic Stop at Petit Verdot Vineyard Our first stop along the way is adjacent to our…

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Spring Wine Pairing: Refresh Your Palate with Linganore’s Latest Vintages

Out with the old and in with the new – spring wine pairing edition!  Spring is around the corner and that means it will soon be the perfect season to enjoy refreshing and crisp young wines!  Springtime is innately a time for renewal and regrowth. It is a time where we dig out the clutter of our lives and part ways with the things that don’t serve us anymore.  It is the time for refreshing our living spaces, our gardens, and saying goodbye to our winter hibernation habits. Spring is also the season where typically, the newest vintage of white…

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February 2025 Wine Club Blog

We’re kicking off the year with something special – a curated collection of wines for you to enjoy! This release is packed with exciting flavors, including a new vintage of our ruby port-style favorite, Abisso, and some of our finest single varietals yet. We can’t wait for you to uncork these fresh bottles and share them with friends and family (or savor them solo – no judgment here!). As always, we’re so grateful for your support and love for our wines. Thank you for being part of our Wine Club Family – we’re raising a glass to you! What brought…

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