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More Than a Place: Why Provenance Still Matters

By John | May 14, 2025
an old vine growing in a rocky soil struggling for survival

Why place is more than geography—it’s the soul of our wines

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The 2024 Harvest: A Tale of Quality over Quantity

By John | March 13, 2025

Though Livermore Valley’s grape yields fell 40%, the 2024 harvest delivered exceptional quality wines.

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Cabernet Franc: Livermore’s Elegant Signature Varietal

By John | February 14, 2025
Late summer photo of Del Arroyo Vineyard looking north toward the Diablo Range

Exploring the unique character of Cabernet Franc in our coastal vineyards

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Regenerative Agriculture: What It Means for the Future of Farming

By John | February 7, 2025
winemaker in a vineyard

What is regenerative agriculture and how will it impact farming, sustainability, and the wine industry?

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Wines and Meals for Cozy Evenings

By John | January 30, 2025
a cozy winter table with risotto and shepherds pie and two glasses of red wine

Curl up with these cozy meals

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Classic Mac and Cheese

By John | November 6, 2024
macaroni and cheese in a white casserole dish on a rustic wooden table

A timeless mac and cheese recipe that’s perfect as-is or for customizing with your favorite ingredients.

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“Rediscovering” the Old Ways: A Humorous Look at French Winemaking Terms

By John | October 23, 2024
french winemakers standing around a barrel smoking cigarettes and asking how wine is made

A humorous look at how “soutirage” can sound like a groundbreaking discovery.

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Turkey Pot Pie Casserole

By John | October 23, 2024
TURKEY POT PIE CASSEROLE IN A CASSEROLE PAN ON A WOODEN BOARD

Transform your leftover turkey into a hearty Turkey Pot Pie Casserole….

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Livermore Valley’s New Signature Varietals: A Return to Our Roots

By John | October 8, 2024
an ai generated image of opposing rows of sauvignon blanc and cabernet franc in a vineyard

In the selection of Cabernet Franc and Sauvignon Blanc as signature varietals we celebrate our heritage and position ourselves for a bold future.

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93 Points from Wine Enthusiast

By John | September 30, 2024
unprocessed syrah grapes from above with a bottle of 2020 Occasio Syrah

Our 2020 Shake Ridge Ranch Syrah earned an impressive 93 points from Wine Enthusiast!

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