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French Winemakers Going to Screwtops
in Celebrate Wine, on July 26, 2008
...reported last week that the French are beginning to adopt what is common in "new world" winemaking regions-the screw top closure. According to the article, top wine houses, including Burgu...
Early June Food and Wine Festivals
in Do you like to cook?, on June 12, 2008
...ara, Ontario, Canada at the Niagara New Vintage Festival . Dozens of Niagara's most celebrated winemakers will be on hand, along with a host of chefs who will entice you with fabulous dishes, pai... ... Ontario, Canada at the Niagara New Vintage Festival . Dozens of Niagara's most celebrated winemakers will be on hand, along with a host of chefs who will entice you with fabulous dishes, painsta...
End of May Food and Wine Festivals
in Do you like to cook?, on May 29, 2008
..., Virginia offers the chance to taste more than 350 wines from over 50 of Virginia's finest winemakers.
York, Pennsylvania is hosting its First Annual Taste of Pennsylvania Wine and Music Festiv...
April Wine Events
in Celebrate Wine, on March 26, 2008
... April is filled with wine festivals and other wine events as the weather warms around the United States. Here is just a sampling: April 2-5, 2008 - Taste of Vail - Vail, Colorado This four-day... ...val - Beaufort, North Carolina The 4th Annual Beaufort Wine and Food Festival features premier winemakers and celebrity chefs with wine dinners, seminars, and tastings in coastal waterfront setting. ...
Weekend Happenings
in Do you like to cook?, on March 20, 2008
...Some of this weekend's Food and Wine events to savor.
Portland, Oregon plays host this weekend to the 14th Annual Spring Beer and Wine Fest where you can meet artisan brewers, winemakers and fo... ...this weekend to the 14th Annual Spring Beer and Wine Fest where you can meet artisan brewers, winemakers and food producers from the Pacific Northwest. Also on schedule are informative seminars offe...
Wine and Food Events
in Do you like to cook?, on March 13, 2008
...If you happen to be in California this weekend, you've got several wine events to choose from.
For some serious wine tasting, you'll be happy to know that the Rhone Rangers are hosting t... ...ng wines paired perfectly with culinary creations prepared by local chefs and restaurants. Meet winemakers, mingle with wine lovers behind-the-scenes, peruse art from local artists and listen to live ...
More February Food and Wine Festivals
in Do you like to cook?, on February 9, 2008
...d all weekend in Delray Beach, Florida at the 9th Annual Delray Beach Garlic Fest . Events include wine tasting, live entertainment, a children's area and gourmet, garlicky food. Yum!
If it'... ... Yum!
If it's wine you're after, there are several wine tasting events to attend.
The winemakers in Marlborough , New Zealand are inviting visitors to come and enjoy their 25th Annual ...
Wine Trends for the New Year
in Celebrate Wine, on January 7, 2008
... One thing that became incredibly apparent in 2007 is this: the wine industry is evolving, and producers have to go with it, or become lost in the shuffle. Last year we saw horrible weather (from ... ...nsparency are things I've been arguing for in recent months. Honesty can come back to haunt winemakers, as was the case in the PBS program "Wired Science," in which the use of certain te...
Sweet Justice for Beaujolais Sugar Scandal
in Celebrate Wine, on December 21, 2007
... Bad news Beaujolais. Police suspect that up to 100 winemakers have been artificially increasing the alcohol content above legal limits by adding sugar to the wine. Earlier this month, five people w... ... Bad news Beaujolais. Police suspect that up to 100 winemakers have been artificially increasing the alcohol content above legal limits by adding sugar to the wine. Earlier this month, five people w...
Technology and Winemaking
in Celebrate Wine, on December 19, 2007
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It's no secret the wine makers are using technology to help craft their wines. From tending the vines to adding color or reducing alcohol levels, science is becoming increasingly important to... ...
It's no secret the wine makers are using technology to help craft their wines. From tending the vines to adding color or reducing alcohol levels, science is becoming increasingly important to...
Bonny Doon To List Ingredients On Wine Labels
in Celebrate Wine, on December 1, 2007
...claim the decision has nothing to do with the U.S. government's push to put nutrition labels on wine bottles, as of January 2008 Bonny Doon Vineyards will voluntarily be listing ingredients on the... ...t to openly share with consumers any additions made to the wine, and by extension to make other winemakers responsible for [acknowledging] their own additions and interventions," explained Alison...
Food Events - Late November
in Do you like to cook?, on November 22, 2007
...Happy Thanksgiving! This weekend (if you can face eating again) offers many food and wine events to enjoy.
The gorgeous Willamette Valley in Oregon is hosting it's annual Wine Country Thanksgivi... ...f Oregon wine from more than 100 wineries. This weekend's event offers a chance to meet the winemakers and sample new releases. Each winery organizes various events such as tastings of local chees...
Le Beaujolais Nouveau est arrivé!
in Celebrate Wine, on November 16, 2007
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Yes, the wait is over. Yesterday was the first day the 2007 Beaujolais Nouveau was available. The wine is made from freshly crushed Gamay grapes from the Beaujolais region's recent harves... .... It ferments for just a few weeks and the resulting wine is the first bottled product from the winemakers in the northern hemisphere. Some will tell you that it's just a marketing gimmick, but fo...
Wine Country Cookbooks
in Do you like to cook?, on November 14, 2007
...d we are for books around here!
Talk about a blast from the past!
The books are entitled Gourmet Wine Country Cooking: The Easy Way and Favorite Recipes of California Winemakers . Both are update... ...s are entitled Gourmet Wine Country Cooking: The Easy Way and Favorite Recipes of California Winemakers . Both are updated 1980's editions of 1960's cookbooks. It was amazing to see how foo...
Wine Across America: A Photographic Road Trip
in Celebrate Wine, on November 12, 2007
... Over the next few weeks, I'll be spotlighting gifts for the wine lover. Every Monday I will hopefully be able to give you ideas for the oenophiles in your life. The book Wine Across America: A... ...lebrations, wine labels, winery doors, and grape leaves, as well as portraits of winery owners, winemakers, and workers. If you have ever wanted to go on a road trip, in my mind this would be the ulti...
Kansas Winemakers Cry Sour Grapes After Comment
in Celebrate Wine, on November 11, 2007
...n state for fellow Democratic governor, Chris Gregoire. Gregoire praised her state's well-known wines. Sebelius cracked an attempt at a feeble joke when she said, "You should be thankful we d... ...r see Kansas wine, don't drink it."
Obviously, this joke did not set will with Kansas winemakers, and I can certainly understand why. From 49 News : Holton wine makers Ray and Becky Campbel...
Newman's Own Cabernet Sauvignon
in Celebrate Wine, on November 7, 2007
...39;s Own Virgin Limeade, I thought, "Gee, there's only one thing missing: Newman's Own wine." I've always wanted to eat a meal that was almost completely celebrity-branded. Well,... ...sued by his company Tuesday. All joking aside, as much as I like to poke fun at celebrity "winemakers" I'm going to cut Mr. Newman some slack because he does donate all the profits of hi...
Oak Cask Alternatives
in Celebrate Wine, on October 27, 2007
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Sometimes I think about wine making and marvel at the intersection of art and science. I think it's debatable which is more important when creating a great wine. The winemaker has a creative... ...arket wines? If people don't care where the flavor comes from, in one way I can't blame winemakers for wanting to save a few bucks. On the other hand, for many people wine is about tradition, ...
All-Time Low for Italian Wines
in Celebrate Wine, on September 29, 2007
...ng the ealierst harvest on record in 70 years.
From the Associated Press :
Consequently, Italian wine producers are forecasting their lowest production in 50 years: 1.14 billion gallons, down 13 pe... ...th an increase in prices of up to 30 percent, said Giancarlo Prevarin, president of the Italian Winemakers Association.
Hopefully the low production won't mean a Spike in prices. According...
Great Wine Finds
in Celebrate Wine, on September 21, 2007
...Wednesday afternoon I attended a wine tasting put on by one of the wine distributors. It was a work-related tasting, but that doesn't mean it wasn't fun. I tasted a few really great bottles (a... ...d because there were a few that really won me over. The first stand-out for me was Pacific Rim Winemakers Vin de Glaciere Muscat 2005 (Washington). This wine is a blend of mainly Muscat Canelli, wit...
Optimistic View For the Wine Industry
in Celebrate Wine, on September 17, 2007
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According to a survey of wine industry professions conducted by Robert Smiley, professor and director of wine studies in the Graduate School of Management at the University of California, Davis, i... ...d to 2006, the respondents cited the perceived health benefits of wine and new laws that enable winemakers to ship wines directly to consumers. They also noted that wine is becoming more of an everyda...
Canadian Vineyards Going Organic
in Celebrate Wine, on September 3, 2007
... According to a recent article in Canada's Financial Post , organic wineries are on the rise in Canada, and winemakers could not be happier. They feel good that they are doing something positiv... ...ecent article in Canada's Financial Post , organic wineries are on the rise in Canada, and winemakers could not be happier. They feel good that they are doing something positive for the environme...
Château de Pup
in Celebrate Wine, on August 14, 2007
...ad to mention it. The OC Register is running a contest in which the winner will receive a bottle of wine with a custom label featuring his or her dog. What would inspire this? It all has to do with th... ...nth, Hahn creates a new label while co-founder Fleet Hamilton creates a premium wine from guest winemakers, like Santa Rosa 's Deloach Vineyards (named "Winery of the Year" nine ti...
Low-Acid Wines
in Celebrate Wine, on August 9, 2007
... The acids in wines can spell trouble for some people with sensitive stomachs, but unlike alcohol content, there's no indication on the wine label of the contents' acidity. With a little bit... ...lop. In cool climates, acids are higher; in warm climates, acids are lower. After fermentation, winemakers put many white wines and most red wines through a second process called called malolactic fer...
US Gov't Wants Nutrition Labels On Wine
in Celebrate Wine, on August 6, 2007
...S. President George W. Bush wants to extend labelling laws even further and slap them on bottles of wine, beer, and other alcoholic beverages. If the proposal goes through, bottles of wine will carry ... ...ommission, said nutrition labels would be "unnecessary and redundant" and might force winemakers to "reconfigure" the size of their labels.
"I think the American consumer is ...
Black Pepper Compound Discovered
in Celebrate Wine, on August 4, 2007
... I love wines that have a hint of black pepper! But, just as with many of the delicious scents and flavors that come across in red wines, it's a mystery where it comes from. That is, until now. ... ...gle compound, known as alpha-ylangene, and previously unrecognised.
Will this become something winemakers start to experiment with, or will they continue let the grapes develop into wines with minima...
Boost for VT Wineries
in Celebrate Wine, on August 3, 2007
... Vermont has more to offer than just cheese and Maple syrup. In fact, there are 14 wineries in the state. Some are are growing hybrid grapes that can withstand the state's cold temperatur... ... Others are producing fruit wines made from rhubarb, elderberry (pictured here), and dandelion. Winemakers want to increase awareness of wines from Vermont and increase distribution to other states.
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EU Cracks Down On Sugar
in Celebrate Wine, on August 3, 2007
... The European Union (EU) is considering a ban on the use of sugar in winemaking (which is used to increase alcohol content). This is an attempt to possibly reduce the amount of wine that goes unsold... ...it hard to sell their products in the face of foreign competition...
Instead of sucrose winemakers could use 'grape dust', another type of alcohol booster formed from grapes. However t...
Disney Dumps Its Chardonnay
in Celebrate Wine, on July 30, 2007
...Disney said it and Costco Wholesale Corp. canceled the promotion after getting flak from California winemakers and opponents of underage drinking...
[Disney spokesman Gary] Foster said the pressure t... ...ey said it and Costco Wholesale Corp. canceled the promotion after getting flak from California winemakers and opponents of underage drinking...
[Disney spokesman Gary] Foster said the pressure to pu...
High Alcohol Debate Heats Up
in Celebrate Wine, on July 13, 2007
... Who hasn't noticed that many wineries (I'm looking at you, California) have been banging up the alcohol content in the wines they produce? It's a hot-button issue in the industry, and m... ...tter how breathtaking the first glass is if consumers don't want to finish the bottle, some winemakers are looking for ways to get the flavor they want without the turbocharged alcohol levels.
T...
Grgich Hills Releases Biodynamic Sauv Blanc
in Celebrate Wine, on July 7, 2007
... Mike Grgich knows wine. And he knows good wine. He was born into a family of winemakers. His 1973 Chardonnay was selected to compete at the famous Paris Wine Tasting of 1976, where it ranked best... ... Mike Grgich knows wine. And he knows good wine. He was born into a family of winemakers. His 1973 Chardonnay was selected to compete at the famous Paris Wine Tasting of 1976, where it ranked best...
Really Old World Wines
in Celebrate Wine, on July 3, 2007
... I know quite a few people who prefer drinking old world wines because of the history and tradition that surround the winemaking process. If you are of a like mind, imagine how exciting it must have... ...e the old winery building stood. Each one held up to 1,800l, while irrigation channels show how winemakers used water to maintain a constant temperature.
A villa, complete with 200m² swimming pool, ...
Scoop on Wine Expo
in Celebrate Wine, on June 27, 2007
... I've been reading around the web trying to find the latest scoop and stories from the recent wine expo - VinExpo. I thought I'd find more than I have been. Maybe I just need to keep digging... ...SA wine producers last week, Neil Pendock suggests an alternative marketing avenue.
While SA winemakers waited for their wine to be delivered at VinExpo last week, Sunday Times columnist David Bull...
US Drinking More Rosé
in Celebrate Wine, on June 21, 2007
...hirer end roses because I am definitely not one of the Americans that are supposedly drinking rosé wines. I know I need to branch out more, but I can't help but think about the cheapo "pink&q... ...ve helped form Rosé Avengers and Producers, or RAP, an international coalition of winemakers and drinkers "dedicated to righting the wrongs done to dry rosé."
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Biodynamics Brings Wine Back
in Celebrate Wine, on May 22, 2007
...old "too much of a good thing" holds true when it comes to time-tested techniques such as winemaking. More and more I read about how viticulturalists are returning to the old methods and tos... ...requency, it is not to be measured quantitatively.'
He said that biodynamics was helping winemakers regain their knowledge of the soil of their appellation area. ...
New Orleans Wine and Food Experience
in Celebrate Wine, on May 19, 2007
... Jazz it up next week at the New Orleans Wine and Food Experience , May 23rd (Weds) until May 27th (Sun.) Just in time for memorial Day weekend too. Can't make the wine fun? Check out th... ...iscussion of over 15,000 glasses of wine being poured, from 1000 different wines, from over 200 winemakers is overheard in the Crescent City it can only mean one thing... The New Orleans Wine & Fo...
Figuring Out Chinese & Wine
in Celebrate Wine, on May 10, 2007
... Right now, according to a few articles I've read lately, the Chinese and the western wine industry are pretty much like oil and water - they don't mix. Yes, the iron curtain may be up now, ... ...that does erase years of space - literally and figuratively - between east and west. California winemakers, in particular, are working hard to figure out his puzzle, and one piece may have been put in...
Wine and War
in Celebrate Wine, on May 10, 2007
...39;s a fictional book that talks about World War II, but it also brings in the background of French winemaking. I found a review about it posted at the North Denver News :
The book, Wine and War, w... ...tells this story: As France surrendered, as occupation by the Germans became inevitable, French winemakers hurried to save their vineyards, wineries and their acclaimed wines.
The Kladstrups (he is ...
The Search for Pinot Noir
in Celebrate Wine, on April 24, 2007
... Blame it on the movie Sideways or just blame it on winemakers, but for whatever reason, decent Pinot Noir doesn't come cheaply these days. Cheapo wine fanatic that I am, that definitely include... ... Blame it on the movie Sideways or just blame it on winemakers, but for whatever reason, decent Pinot Noir doesn't come cheaply these days. Cheapo wine fanatic that I am, that definitely include...
French Organic Wine
in Celebrate Wine, on April 20, 2007
... Normally, when I think of organic wine, I think of the winemakers in California.
I also think of sandals and tie-die t-shirts. While the trend in organic wines seems to growing, it is growing ver... ... Normally, when I think of organic wine, I think of the winemakers in California.
I also think of sandals and tie-die t-shirts. While the trend in organic wines seems to growing, it is growing ver...
Wine Hobby Becomes Business Model
in Celebrate Wine, on April 14, 2007
... When we think of wine tasting rooms, we usually envision a wood-paneled building settled in the middle of a vineyard. But, some lovers like to think outside the box when it comes to creating wine m... ... grapes. The juice is pumped into barrels and sealed for about eight months, said Campisi.
The winemakers return in June through August to bottle, cork and cap the wine as well as to attach personal ...
Wine Camp
in Celebrate Wine, on April 12, 2007
...o. But, why do kids get to have all the fun?
Bedell Cellars has come up with a brilliant idea - Wine Camp - Obviously, this one is not for junior! From their web site, it sounds like it's been... ...ne like an expert
>Discover the history of this exciting region
>Work with our talented winemakers
>Blend your own white and red wines
>Have fun with the chemistry of winemaking
>P...
Harvest Video from Bedell
in Celebrate Wine, on April 2, 2007
... More and more it seems like the blogosphere is becoming the vlogosphere! And that includes winemakers who are more and more often picking up the video camera and showing consumers how they m... ... More and more it seems like the blogosphere is becoming the vlogosphere! And that includes winemakers who are more and more often picking up the video camera and showing consumers how they m...
The Wine Route of Israel
in Celebrate Wine, on March 28, 2007
... For those still wrestling with the wine versus passover issue right now, there's a book out that might have at least a few answers for you, The Wine Route of Israel by Yaron Goldfisher... ...he Arava and the Negev Desert in the south. The books contains information about the vineyards, winemakers, individual features and personal philosophies of each of the 75 wineries, as well as useful ...
Wine in Vail
in Celebrate Wine, on March 28, 2007
... Colorado is a beautiful state, and what better place to enjoy good food, good wine, and good company than Vale, Colorado at the Taste of Vail? It scheduled to run four days this April from the 11th... ...il experience offerings from the Vail Valley's world-class restaurants, fine wine poured by winemakers and winery owners from renowned wineries throughout the world, interactive cooking seminars, ...
Wine Women Want
in Celebrate Wine, on March 10, 2007
...his article in my local paper today and was lucky enough to also stumble across it on line. As most wine bloggers know, the wine world seems (for whatever reason) to be dominated by men for the most p... ... slogan "Wine Women Want." There's even a separate category of entries from women winemakers to add an extra fillip of vintage suffrage.
The competition runs March 13-15 in Santa Rosa...
No Demand for Gewurztraminers
in Celebrate Wine, on March 2, 2007
... think I've ever tried gewurztraminer. I've read a lot about it, especially when suggesting wines to drink with unusual food combinations, such as those in Asian cooking, but so far, I can'... ...duction, despite the existence of some wonderful old vineyards.
But the sheer passion of some winemakers keeps the flame burning.
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Australian Shiraz Overkill?
in Celebrate Wine, on February 26, 2007
... I really only learned about Shiraz a few years ago, and very soon, it was on my list of favorite wines. Back then, we got the occasional bottle in our stash from an international wine club or now a... ...alian shiraz under $20.
"It is no surprise that shiraz has become the go-to grape of many winemakers as well as retailers, and that has vaulted the category from 'alternative red' to mai...
French Winemakers Get Boost
in Celebrate Wine, on February 25, 2007
... Things may be looking up for french wine makers. Finally! It took some laws to be passed and some prices to be worked on, but it may just make a difference according to this article French ... ... Things may be looking up for french wine makers. Finally! It took some laws to be passed and some prices to be worked on, but it may just make a difference according to this article French ...
Ellen DeGeneres Auctions Wine
in Celebrate Wine, on February 17, 2007
...omedian Ellen DeGeneres .
From a company press release :
Sterling Vineyards, the landmark Napa winery, will make its fourth consecutive appearance as the featured wine of the Academy of Motion Pi... ...l.
Each three-liter bottle is individually numbered to confirm its unique status and bears the winemakers' signatures. The bottles are etched and hand painted with the Gold Standard Reserve label...
Ozone Treatment May Reduce Wine Allergies
in Allergies, on February 14, 2007
... In wine making, sulfites are added as preservatives and cause allergic reaction in some people. Even organic wines, in which additional sulfites are not added, are not totally sulfite-free .
Sp... ...anic wines, in which additional sulfites are not added, are not totally sulfite-free .
Spanish winemakers may have found an alternative to using sulfites and sulfur dioxides as preservatives: ozone ...
2006 Grape Harvest
in Celebrate Wine, on February 3, 2007
... According to the Wine Enthusiast web site , winemakers around the world have mixed results when it comes to harvesting for 2006. Those in the red (in a good way of course) include Italy, Oregon, C... ... According to the Wine Enthusiast web site , winemakers around the world have mixed results when it comes to harvesting for 2006. Those in the red (in a good way of course) include Italy, Oregon, C...
Sam Neill Winemaker
in Celebrate Wine, on February 2, 2007
... Add yet another celebrity to our list of winemakers (hey, good thing I finally added a category for that on this blog awhile ago!): Sam Neill! He's one of my all time favorite actors. I always ... ... Add yet another celebrity to our list of winemakers (hey, good thing I finally added a category for that on this blog awhile ago!): Sam Neill! He's one of my all time favorite actors. I always ...
New Wine Glass at IPNC
in Celebrate Wine, on January 31, 2007
...ly. But, that's not really what this is about - it's about the glass, man. Yup, the ol' wine glass is getting a make-over and the IPNC is going to take it out of the closet and show it off... ... After two years of research, comparative tastings, and evaluation of prototype glasses, Oregon winemakers and Georg Riedel have arrived at a new shape of wine glass designed especially for Oregon Pin...
New Zealand Wine Courts Asia
in Celebrate Wine, on January 29, 2007
... Zealand is a hop, skip, and a jump away from Asia, potentially a huge market for the country's wine industry, this news from Wine-Info.com is not that surprising. Actually, it is brilliant and ... ...tually, it is brilliant and probably should have been considered a long time ago:
New Zealand winemakers are joining forces to launch an assault on the Asian palate, with the latest trade mission ta...
Organic Wine Tasting Tonight
in Celebrate Wine, on January 12, 2007
... Organic wine, like other organic agriculture, is turning into the new "big thing" in wine tasting, and if you are lucky enough to live near Palm Springs or La Quinta, you can take advanta... ... the Benziger Reserve Program. At harvest each lot is barrel fermented separately, allowing the winemakers to have complete control in blending and ensuring that only the very best wine ends up in the...
2007 New Orleans Wine & Food Experience
in Celebrate Wine, on December 27, 2006
...2007, but it never hurts to plan ahead, way head even.
May 2007 means the 2007 new orleans Wine & Food Experience!
From Wine and Food Experience uncorks new 2007 events :
More than 15... ...an 15,000 glasses of wine will be poured from 1,000 different bottles produced by more than 200 winemakers at the 2007 New Orleans Wine & Food Experience.
"We intend for the 16th annual eve...
Icewine Worries in Ohio
in Celebrate Wine, on December 26, 2006
... Super cold weather for some wineries means super sweet Icewine, but so far, Ohio wine makers are not getting the cold weather they would expect and need this time of year. Of course, not all wines ... ... Super cold weather for some wineries means super sweet Icewine, but so far, Ohio wine makers are not getting the cold weather they would expect and need this time of year. Of course, not all wines ...
Go Low on the Wine
in Celebrate Wine, on December 23, 2006
... The controversy over the level of alcohol in wine has been a pretty powerful topic that I've been reading about over the past year while blogging about wine.
While I have to admit to enjoying ... ... lies with the critics who award jammy, alcoholic wines with high scores and gold medals or the winemakers who encourage vineyard practices designed to push up the sugar levels, there is no arguing th...
Wine Competition
in Celebrate Wine, on December 15, 2006
... If you make your own wine, it's always interesting to measure yourself against the competition, and one way to do that is to actually compete.
Here's a chance for those from the Black Hill... ...flavored brandies, or liqueurs.
The person entering the wine must be the winemaker.
Amateur winemakers cannot use the facilities or products of a commercial winery or "brew-on-premises" ...
Make Wine - No Winery Needed
in Celebrate Wine, on December 11, 2006
... More and more armature vintners are getting into the wine making business with little experience, little resources, but lots of passion. And with passion often comes good wine. Here's a story a... ...e couple who took their passion and made a wine that Pinot Noir lovers are raving about.
From WINEMAKERS TO WATCH ADAM AND DIANNA LEE: Siduri Wines and Novy Family Wines How to make great wines with...
More on Dan Aykroyd Wine
in Celebrate Wine, on December 1, 2006
... You may (or may not) remember that I blogged about Dan Aykroyd and his new wine venture already.
Maybe this is old news now, but I found another article about this and loved some of hilarious c... ...t this and loved some of hilarious comments about wine tasting. It's very refreshing to see winemakers not take themselves so seriously. Get over yourselves already!
This is from Dan Aykroyd joi...
European Wines in New Bottles
in Celebrate Wine, on November 28, 2006
... Nothing ticks me off more than to discover that an open bottle of wine has turned to vinegar. But, what if that wine turned into rubbing alcohol or even additives for gasoline? Ugh!
It's one ... ...is being transformed into alcohol for disinfectants or gasoline additives _ a high-tech process winemakers hope will help them stay afloat.
Chronic overproduction, dipping domestic consumption and fi...
Wine and Health Paradox
in Celebrate Wine, on November 27, 2006
... I've written before about the idea that red wine has numerous reported health benefits . However, it never occurred to me that members of the wine industry might want to use this information a... ...al grocery store.
Here's more on this idea from The Day.com :
In 1991, some aggressive wine makers sought to trumpet the health benefits of wine, but they were quickly shut down by the Bureau ...
Time for Beaujolais
in Celebrate Wine, on November 21, 2006
...veau in these very festive bottles.
My husband - funny man that he is - told me, "Okay, this wine is meant to be enjoyed right away. It's Beaujolais you know."
Oh, really? I'll h... ...e."
After many weeks of intense yet fascinating work that is stressful and tiring for the winemakers as well as for the technicians and oenologists, Duboeuf offers his final assessment of the 20...
Napa Going Organic
in Celebrate Wine, on October 24, 2006
... questionable to me. But, you can't deny organics are growing every year, and that now includes wines as well. Many vineyards, especially those in California which is one the movers and shakers in... ...n toward organic foods and drink, are switching gears and going organic.
Here's more from Winemakers go organic in bottle but not on label :
"The organic market, in general, is booming. B...
Cheap Chenin Blanc
in Celebrate Wine, on October 21, 2006
... I was so happy with my previous Beringer wine purchase, a bottle of Pinot Grigio , that on my next trip to the store, I decided to keep an eye out for this brand and see what else they had availab... ...n the delicate varietal flavors of crisp citrus, melon, and spicy ginger , Beringer's winemakers chill the juices immediately following crush and continue to closely monitor the temperature ...
Grape DNA
in Celebrate Wine, on October 18, 2006
... Science meets grape - grape tastes better - wine tastes better, or at least, that is what some British Columbia scientists hope as they examine grapes and try to figure out their DNA and how this c... ...h as light, water and nutrients .
If the research proves fruitful, viticulturalists and winemakers may be able to use the information to monitor changes in the berries that they couldn't o...
New Zealand's Premier Annual Pinot Noir Event
in Celebrate Wine, on October 5, 2006
... Enjoy some Pinot Noir at this wine tasting event in New Zealand. This is a little unusual since it seems to be run by a company called the Fine Wine Delivery Company rather than an event put on b... ...ed line up and make informed buying decisions suited to their style preferences."
Invited winemakers from each region will travel with the tour and present to consumers regarding the overall qua...
Winery Wedding Business
in Celebrate Wine, on September 20, 2006
... To keep in business, many wineries have to expand their services, and one creative approach is offering various events at the winery and that includes weddings.
Actually, that is kind of romantic... ...jor grocery store shelves," said Paul Kronenberg, president of the Sacramento-based Family Winemakers of California. Offering event space "brings potential consumers and fans of their wines ...
