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Pinot Blanc/Pinot Bianco
Pinot Blanc, called Pinot Bianco in Italy, is the third mutation of Pinot Noir that I have wrote about for this site, there are more......
May 29, 20211 min read


Pinot Grigio/Pinot Gris
Pinot Grigio or Pinot Gris is a rusty pink colored grape, a mutated clone of Pinot Noir, and most often makes a white wine. I will...
May 27, 20212 min read


Albariño/Alvarinho
As we approach summer, I like to recommend great sipping white wines to pair with boat rides, and campfires at dusk. Albariño is one such...
May 26, 20212 min read


Why is my wine buttery?
Some people love it, and some, not so much. Frequently, especially Chardonnay will showcase a buttery texture, and even aroma. It is a...
May 26, 20212 min read


Pinot Noir
Pinot Noir is the black grape of Burgundy France, it is produced all over the world and is the principle component in Champagne...
May 25, 20211 min read


Oak or Unoaked
Oak ageing wines is a process that allows a winemaker to impart color, texture, aroma, and flavor to the fermented juice. There are...
May 24, 20213 min read


FAQ: Can we do custom events?
In the last few weeks I have been asked to do private groups with guests that wanted to create a specific curriculum catered to a special...
May 20, 20211 min read


Washington
Ten years ago, I was walking through vineyards in the Columbia Valley. It was my first visit to Washington State and I was on a trip...
May 20, 20213 min read


Mornington Peninsula, Australia
When I think of Australia the first grape that comes to mind is naturally Shiraz. I have been selling wine in the United States for...
May 18, 20211 min read