Life Between the Vines

Washington State Wine has become a major player in US wine production. Kristina Kelley is the Executive Director of the Washington State Wine Commission and I had a chance to talk with her to get a good fix on this state’s past, present and future. Wines from Washington are very different than its neighbors and [...]

This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Kristina Kelley, Executive Director Washington State Wine Commission, defining the term “Rain Shadow”.  Learn more by visiting www.washingtonwine.org

As Winemaker and Owner of one of the newer wineries in Livermore Valley, Jennifer Sahara is taking her time to learn the craft and art of winemaking. As a woman of engineering and science she has great respect for the process, as well as the education that goes with it. I met up with Jennifer [...]

This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Jennifer Sahara, Owner & Winemaker, Sakura Winery, Livermore Valley, defining the phrase “Savoring the Moment”.  Learn more by visiting www.sakurawinery.com

The joy of seeking out wineries in Livermore Valley is that you can go from the hugest facility to the smallest and most intimate spaces and all make you feel at home. Charles R Vineyards tasting room has a remote feeling while within 15 minutes of anywhere in the Valley. Lisa Lee is Winemaker with [...]

This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Lisa Lee, Winemaker at Charles R Vineyards, Livermore Valley, defining the term “Approachable”.  Learn more by visiting www.charlesrwinery.com

It takes experience and skill to open a new winery these days and Jessica Carroll is armed with both at JMC Cellars. Jessica opened only last year but her time in the business backs up her ability to make quality small lot wine. We had a great chat sitting outside the tasting room with rolling [...]

This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Jessica Carroll, Owner & Winemaker, JMC Cellars, Livermore Valley, defining the term “Co-fermentation”.  Learn more by visiting www.jmccellars.wine

Many a professional winemaker started in their basement or garage and Larry Dino, Owner and Winemaker at Cuda Ridge Wines is a member of that club. Going pro is a big step but without that home-winemaking knowledge and experience, the road can be long. Larry focuses on Bordeaux varietals along with a love for classic [...]

This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Larry Dino, Owner & Winemaker, Cuda Ridge Wines, Livermore Valley, defining the term “Classic”.  Learn more by visiting www.cudaridgewines.com