The Perfect Blend
The definition of the verb to blend (to mix smoothly and inseparably together), seems disarmingly simple. How difficult can it be to combine more than one thing together? Ask any married couple, multi-person household, two cats, etc. how easy it is to blend! Blending anything smoothly and inseparably requires instinct, intuition, and inspiration. And in […]
The Art of Bâtonnage
One of the most common remarks we hear about our Chardonnay is how evenly balanced it is. For a wine to be classified as “balanced” it means that all the different components are working together in harmony. In other words, the alcohol, acidity, tannin, sweetness, and fruit concentration are all well orchestrated, without any […]
Chill Out!
How Chilled Should My Wine Be? It’s the debate that has persisted since the dawn of wine: what is the optimal temperature to drink wine?Getting wine to an ideal temperature is an important part of bringing out the maximum potential a wine has to offer. Think of a fresh steak coming off the grill – […]
Wine Vs. White Claw – Which is the Healthier Option?
The Hard Seltzer Trend Hard seltzer continues to make waves in 2024 as a leading choice in the alcoholic beverage market. After a staggering 202% growth in recent years, it’s clear that this trend is here to stay. Major players like Sam Adams and Anheuser-Busch have diversified into the seltzer market, but what’s behind this […]