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Trend of Adding Ice to Champagne, Cremant, and Provence Rose Growing in France

Posted on April 9, 2018 by

On my recent trip to France, I discovered that the trend of adding ice to wine is spreading throughout the country. Introduced several years ago by Moët & Chandon, other Champagne and Cremant houses have followed suit, as well as … Continue reading →

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How I Fell in Love with Wine – A Great Role Model and Exceptional Customer Service at Gloria Ferrer Winery

Posted on December 25, 2017 by

(Contributed by Brenna Machek) – I fell in love with wine through two memorable experiences. The first time was with my parents, and the second time was when I landed my first big job in the wine industry. My Dad … Continue reading →

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How I Fell in Love with Wine: Autumn Leaves and Finding Grape Buyers

Posted on December 10, 2017 by

Contributed by Victoria Herrera – In 1950 my great grandfather bought 75 acres of farmland outside of the town of Healdsburg in Sonoma, California in the Dry Creek Valley AVA. It was then passed down to my grandfather, who was … Continue reading →

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How I Fell In Love with Wine in San Francisco

Posted on December 5, 2017 by

Contributed by Cecilia Bandalan – It was a cold winter day in San Francisco, and I had just turned twenty-one years old. I was also dating a French guy from Marseille here on a temporary visa working at a biotech … Continue reading →

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Ten Great Reasons to Love California’s Wineries and Vineyards

Posted on June 25, 2017 by

(Contributed by Gregg McPherson) Californian’s have much to be thankful for – great weather, fabulous beaches, soaring mountains, and a thriving economy. Many people focus on Silicon Valley and the amazing technology that is produced there when they think of … Continue reading →

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Which Top American Wine Was Preferred by Chinese Master Class?

Posted on May 20, 2017 by

(May 19, 2017) Last evening I taught a Master class in Shanghai, China entitled “Top Wines of America.” It was scheduled from 7 to 9pm at the Hyatt Regency, and all 34 seats in the class were filled with young … Continue reading →

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Toasting Trione Winery at Over 100 Years in Sonoma County

Posted on April 11, 2017 by

(Contributed by Jane Hofmiester) Trione Winery was the most recent guest winery in the SSU Winesense Club educational series.  Boasting over 100 years in Sonoma County, the Trione family are true pioneers in the region.   About Trione Winery Beginning as … Continue reading →

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