Selection of grape variety, topography of the vineyard, and inclinations of vineyard owner and viticulturist influence the next big decision—vine training system. Continue reading “Making wine Part 3–The vineyard”
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Mi Sueño Winery Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley 2016
Mi Sueño Winery Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley 2016: Deep ruby-garnet color; dark plum, black cherry, boysenberry, wet earth on the nose; ripe black cherry, dark plum, blackcurrant, blackberry, dark chocolate, oak, tobacco, pepper on the palate. Continue reading “Mi Sueño Winery Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa Valley 2016”
Bonterra Young Red 2017
Medium ruby color; red berries, fig, orange peel, roses on the nose; raspberry, cherry, watermelon, strawberry, pomegranate on the palate. Continue reading “Bonterra Young Red 2017”
Fort Ross Winery Sea Slopes Pinot Noir, Sonoma Coast 2017
Fort Ross Winery Sea Slopes Pinot Noir, Sonoma Coast 2017: Medium ruby color; blackcurrant, cherry, raspberry, rose, cola on the nose; black cherry, cranberry, plum, raspberry, spice on the palate. Continue reading “Fort Ross Winery Sea Slopes Pinot Noir, Sonoma Coast 2017”
Long Meadow Ranch Rosé of Pinot Noir, Anderson Valley 2019
Pale copper color; strawberry, raspberry, red cherry on the nose; strawberry, cherry, raspberry, peach on the palate. Continue reading “Long Meadow Ranch Rosé of Pinot Noir, Anderson Valley 2019”
Diora La Belle Fête Monterey Rosé of Pinot Noir 2020
Pale salmon color; raspberry, strawberry, red fruits on the nose; raspberry, strawberry, red grapefruit, watermelon on the palate. Continue reading “Diora La Belle Fête Monterey Rosé of Pinot Noir 2020”
Bodegas Caro Aruma Malbec 2018
Deep purple color; plum, red fruits, smoke on the nose; plum, blackberry, black cherry, blueberry, green tea, pepper on the palate. Continue reading “Bodegas Caro Aruma Malbec 2018”
Mohua Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough 2019
Pale straw color; citrus, passionfruit, honeydew melon, kiwi; lemon-lime, grapefruit, passionfruit, tropical fruit, nectarine, melon on the palate. Continue reading “Mohua Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough 2019”
Broken Earth Winery Limited Release Fiano, Paso Robles 2019
Pale straw color; apple, peach, lime on the nose; tropical fruit, guava, honeydew melon, peach, pineapple on the palate. Continue reading “Broken Earth Winery Limited Release Fiano, Paso Robles 2019”
Making wine Part 2–Grapes
After securing land, the next decision is deciding on the grape. That decision influences decisions on trellising/vine training, irrigation, and overall success of your enterprise. Continue reading “Making wine Part 2–Grapes”