Spotlight
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102 California Wineries that are Going Green
When you think of environmental pollution, family-owned wineries are not usually at the top of the ‘worst offender’ list. But according to the European Environment Agency, small companies account for 60% of the world’s commercial waste and cause more than 50% of the environmental damage.
How to Pick a Good Pinot Noir
At its best, Pinot Noir is like no other wine; both graceful and powerful at the same time. But how does one pick a good Pinot Noir? Probably the most important variable to look for is the region the wine is from.
Movement towards Sustainable Winegrowing in California
Sustainable Winegrowing may be a new buzz word in California’s wine country, but for many producers, it is a long-term commitment.
Are Bordeaux Style Blends the Future of American Wine?
Since the 1970s, the U.S. wine industry has been driven by varietal wines – those labeled by type of grape, e.g. Chardonnay or Merlot. These were the years of America’s wine renaissance, and the industry transitioned from using predominantly generic names, e.g. Chablis and Burgundy.
Pinot Noir thrives in the Diverse Conditions of Carneros
Few California wine regions produce Pinot Noir with the same depth and finesse as Carneros. Carneros straddles the southern parts of Napa and Sonoma Valleys about 40 miles north of San Francisco.
Wine Caves-The Underworld of Wine Country
Caves are not just for bats or scary hiding places for children anymore, they are now for storing wine in exquisite beauty. Now wineries have made their wine caves a new tourist hotspot.
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