The 2024 Harvest: A Tale of Quality over Quantity

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

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Late summer photo of Del Arroyo Vineyard looking north toward the Diablo Range

Cabernet Franc: Livermore’s Elegant Signature Varietal

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

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

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a cozy winter table with risotto and shepherds pie and two glasses of red wine

Wines and Meals for Cozy Evenings

Curl up with these cozy meals

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french winemakers standing around a barrel smoking cigarettes and asking how wine is made

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

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

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an ai generated image of opposing rows of sauvignon blanc and cabernet franc in a vineyard

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

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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chardonnay on the vines being hand harvested

Chardonnay Unveiled: Tradition meets Innovation as Harvest Nears

As Chardonnay harvest nears, we reexamine Livermore’s rich legacy with this varietal.

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A Wine Industry in Crisis

Anticipating disruptions, we diversified to secure our future

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FOUR IMAGE COLLAGE OF GRAPES ON VINE, IN HARVEST BINE, STEMMED, AND IN FERMENTER

Stems and Substance: The Revival of Whole Bunch Fermentation in Red Wine

Whole bunch fermentation: Old technique reshapes modern red winemaking

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pinot noir grape cluster held in farmer's hands

Blending Pinot Noir from the 2023 Harvest: A Journey Through Green Valley’s Finest Clones

Green Valley’s finest: crafting the quintessential blend

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