2023 Wine Trend Predictions
What new wine trends will 2023 usher in? Whether you’re a longtime wine aficionado or new to the world of wine, let’s take a look at our top 2023 wine trend predictions. Trend #1: Sparkling Wines for Everyday This elegant traditional method sparkling wine made from estate-grown Pinot Noir makes every day a celebration. Champagne […]
Which Appellation of the Napa Valley is Right For You?
There are 16 distinct appellations located in the Napa Valley. These districts are known as American Viticulture Areas, also referred to as AVAs. An area of land is classified as its own AVA when it has scientifically distinguishable geographic and climate characteristics that qualify the area as a completely unique grape-growing region. This goes […]
The Balance of Harvest
It’s that special time of year that wine growers both yearn and stress for: harvest season. “What can be so stressful about harvest?” you might ask. To sum it up quite simply, your entire year’s worth of work is determined by making the right decisions during harvest. Make the wrong moves, pick too soon, or […]
Los Carneros – The Valley’s Coolest Sibling
Rewind back to 1981, Napa Valley is established as America’s second AVA. An AVA, or American Viticulture Area, is considered a specific wine-grape growing region that is distinguished by the unique soil, topography, and climate offered by the appellation. Within an AVA, sub-appellations can exist. These sub-appellations prove to have enough unique features within the […]
Who moved the goal post?
It’s January (again)! This is the month of goals, aspirations, re-starts and optimism. What I find challenging is the feeling that the goal post might have been moved, without my knowledge. It’s similar to that missing sock that never emerges from the dryer…it’s so clear that two went in so how is it possible […]
Live like a local…
Living like a local, in any community, has its charms, practical solutions and insider tricks! I have lived locally, in the Napa Valley, since 1973. There have been many changes, but also, many constants. On the practical side of things, my favorite dentist, Dr. Rob Hampton, has been cleaning teeth AND creating amazing art since, […]
