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Mango-Habanero Vinaigrette

By John | June 5, 2026
Mango-habanero vinaigrette being drizzled over a summer salad with melon, avocado, greens, herbs, and prosciutto.

Sweet mango, gentle habanero heat, and summer flavor—perfect for salads, grilled foods, and wine pairings without the rulebook

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Wine Without Rules: Why Great Wine Should Be More Welcoming

By John | May 31, 2026
Occasio Pinot Noir overlooking the vineyard where it was grown, reflecting the connection between wine, place, and shared experiences.

Why we believe great wine should be more welcoming

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Low-ABV Wine Cocktails for Super Bowl Weekend

By John | February 5, 2026
low-ABV wine cocktails on a table with Super Bowl TV background

Wine re-imagined for modern gatherings….

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From Scraps to Seasoning: Make Your Own Gourmet Salts

By John | August 5, 2025
A WOODEN SALT CELAR SURROUNDED BY CRIMINI MUSHROOMS AND FRESH THYME

Turn everyday kitchen leftovers into flavor-packed finishing salts

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Sangria’s Timeless Allure: From Ancient Roots to Modern Madness

By John | August 4, 2025
ICY PITCHER OF RED SANGRIA IN A POOLSIDE SETTING

Sangria – a timeless beverage

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Fermentation – An Ancient Art, A Living Legacy

By John | July 23, 2025
a rendering of an ancient cave with amphorae through modern pickling jars

How fermentation has shaped civilization—from ancient fish to modern wine

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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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