Posts by John
Celebrating Women in Wine
Honoring an untold story of women in winemaking.
Read MoreReflecting on Change: Navigating New Paths at Tri-Valley Uncorked
How changes in Tri-Valley Uncorked’s format will impact our participation in this year’s event.
Read MoreReflections on Selecting the Perfect Thanksgiving Wine
Thanksgiving brings families and friends together over a hearty feast – and wine often plays a role in these gatherings. But with a spread of turkey, ham, vegetables, casseroles and…
Read MoreBreakfast Burritos
Enjoy a customizable and budget-friendly breakfast with these easy-to-make tortillas! Perfect for a variety of fillings such as beans, cheese, eggs, and meats, they can be prepared ahead of time…
Read MoreWhat’s Really in My Wine Glass? The Push for Transparency on Labels
My thoughts on ingredient labeling for wine started swirling this year when California introduced a new law requiring bottle recycling labels on all wine and spirits sold in the state.…
Read MoreVarietal Focus – Petite Sirah
Petite Sirah, often referred to as “Petite Syrah” or “Durif” worldwide, is a bold and flavorful grape variety rapidly gaining popularity for its depth of flavor. With its trademark inky…
Read MoreTradition Meets Innovation: Crafting a New Style of Burgundian-Inspired Chardonnay
We have always felt the wine world benefits from having multiple styles of Chardonnay to choose from. Styles ranging from the super lean, stainless steel Chardonnays of Sonoma Coast to…
Read MoreGrape Expectations: Should Livermore Valley Pin Hopes on One Variety?
The question of whether Livermore Valley needs a signature grape varietal to increase its reputation has sparked ongoing debate among our valley’s winegrowers, with valid points on both sides that…
Read MoreLivermore Valley Wine Faces Uphill Battle, But Potential Still Exists
Nestled among California’s 568,000 acres of wine grapes, Livermore Valley’s approximately 2,800 acres make up less than 1% of the state’s total. But soon, Livermore’s modest acreage could dwindle further…
Read MoreSmoke Taint – New Findings Show Promise for Better Testing
The photo that accompanies this post was taken on September 8, 2020, while wildfires were ravaging the state. The economic toll of those fires on the wine industry was severe…
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