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Posted 9/7/2010 at 6:52 PM PST

My TV Tuesday live at Cellars of Sonoma!

Oh how I LOVE LOVE LOVE these guys! Scott Jordan and Mike Westerberg I first met in person back in January when I came out to Napa seeking opportunity…..however (why I love social media if used correctly) we first met via Facebook. They are just as amazing (ok, more so amazing) in person than what [...]

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Posted 8/31/2010 at 6:48 PM PST

Madrigal Winery

As wine lovers, we are always looking for quality wine that knocks are socks off and giving us the ability to buy new ones….and at the same time this wine be a varietal we don’t normally pick up. If you’ve been following my blog, you know I am a Cabernet Sauvignon lover….big, deep, rich, full-bodied [...]

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Posted 8/19/2010 at 3:37 PM PST

Calistoga ~ 15th sub-appellation of Napa Valley

Back in January I briefly touched on Napa Valley’s AVA’s (American Viticultural Areas) and didn’t realize at the time that Calistoga was just approved as Napa’s 15th AVA – so I would like to recognize that now and say whoooohooooo! This is no small feat, getting an area recognized by the Alcohol Tax and Trade Bureau [...]

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Posted 8/13/2010 at 7:41 PM PST

What is a “Ghost Winery”

Ahhh the winemaker from vineyards past…..or maybe a horrific headless horse gone mad and ruthlessly murdered all the vineyard crew….or possibly a scene from “The Birds” came sweeping down during harvest and attached all in their way. Sorry, the term is nothing like the images that may be brewing in your head. A ghost winery is [...]

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Posted 6/23/2010 at 4:17 PM PST

WBC10 Day 1 – Yakima Valley

OK – so I knew I was excited about attending my first WBC but I wasn’t sure exactly why, other than I would be spending four days drinking wine in a region I have wanted to explore with incredible wine makers such as Two Mountain Winery (yum Rose), Thurston Wolfe (wow to his PGV), Barnard [...]

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Posted 6/21/2010 at 7:36 PM PST

Calistoga~14th sub-appellation of Napa Valley

Back in January I briefly touched on Napa Valley’s AVA’s (American Viticultural Areas) and didn’t realize at the time that Calistoga was just approved as Napa’s 15th AVA – so I would like to recognize that now and say whoooohooooo! Calistoga has about 57 winegrape growers and has been producing wine for over a hundred [...]

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Posted 6/11/2010 at 1:47 PM PST

von Strasser Winery ~ June Winery of the Month

Picture yourself driving north along Hwy 29 in Napa Valley Wine Country, breathing in fresh mountain air….taking in the stunning sights of the valley and hillside lined with vineyards…feeling yourself relax with a smile on your face as you become entranced by such magnificent splendor and in awe of the beauty of both what Mother [...]

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Posted 6/2/2010 at 8:55 PM PST

French Oak verses American Oak

An essential component of a wines flavor comes from when the wine is being aged in the barrel, which plays an important role in the wine-making process which will influence the end result and quality of the wine. It affects the wines aroma, flavor, tannins, complexity and texture; all tied together to enhance the wine. [...]

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Posted 5/27/2010 at 11:32 AM PST

A word on Tannins

“Tannins give me a headache.” “I can’t drink wine with tannins.” “Tannins make my mouth dry.” “Tannins in wine are bad.” Let’s step back and take a look at what tannins really are and why most times these statements aren’t exactly so. Tannins are a natural and the main preservatives in red wines. During bottle aging [...]

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Posted 4/30/2010 at 8:50 AM PST

Glass Corks

Glass corks are gaining popularity with wineries but will they replace the traditional cork? Created by Vino-Seal this “glass-on-glass” wine cork provides a seal to protect the flavors and bouquet of wines. It is designed with an o-ring to provide a seal with this food grade polymer seal. This seal prevents an airtight closure to prevent [...]

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Posted 4/21/2010 at 9:54 AM PST

What does “racking” mean?

“Racking” wine is the process of separating wine from its sediment (or lees) and into a new clean barrel or tank which is done to clarify the wine. Racking is the oldest technique of clarification and just one step beyond natural settling. This process may be done only once or repeated several times during the [...]

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Posted 4/20/2010 at 8:03 AM PST

Your right to buy wine at wineries is being threatened!

OK, so what is Bill HR5034? It’s a new bill now in congress that will lead to the elimination of your ability to buy wine direct and sell wine direct. CONTACT YOUR HOUSE REPRESENTATIVES TODAY!!!! The Comprehensive Alcohol Regulatory Effectiveness (CARE) Act of 2010 was introduced to Congress and will limit your rights as a consumer – [...]

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Posted 3/30/2010 at 10:23 PM PST

What’s all the fuss about the Vinturi Wine Aerator

Here’s a cool little gadget that boosts better bouquet, enhanced flavors and a smoother finish ; plus it makes this neat sound as the wine is being poured through and air is drawn in and mixes with the wine. But does it work, and is it appropriate for all wines? Fact: Wine needs air to breath [...]

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Posted 3/25/2010 at 7:47 PM PST

CD Release Celebration this weekend

Wow, what a fantastic CD! So here I am, sitting at Cindy’s Backstreet Kitchen at the bar this evening after working at Von Strasser Winery and after meeting a new girlfriend here in St Helena. After my girlfriend leaves I decide to have some pot stickers (oh yea, yummy) and next to me is this incredibly [...]

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Posted 3/25/2010 at 12:23 PM PST

von Strasser Winery Social Media Meet-Up April 6th

Please join us at von Strasser Winery in Diamond Mountain to welcome Amanda Hagood with The Traveling Grape as our new Director of Consumer Relations and Lindsay Faith in Hospitality, as well as meet Dave Melstrom, our token man in retail sales! We will be pouring three of our spectacular wines, one being our Gruner [...]

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