A Search for Health and More Good ThingsLast sunday in the Loire. What do you think can make so many people get up early on a sunday morning and walk 10, 12 or 18 kilometers accross woods, fields and vineyards...

Sorry for the delay..I didn't realize how much catch up I would have to play this week. I still haven't completely unpacked. When we pulled up to San Gimignano I was wowed by the walled city and the towers. It was pretty amazing as I later began to realize the ...

Robert Mondavi , wine maker, businessman, and philanthropist died today at the age of 94. Following the lead of Dr. Debs , we decided to open a Robert Mondavi wine tonight in his honor. We lifted a glass of Robert Mondavi Private Selection 2006 Pinot Noir, and it was a ...

I had a work lunch today in San Francisco's newest micro-neighborhood, the Dogpatch. It's the area east of Potrero Hill, situated along the newly revived 3rd street corridor. Based on a colleagues suggestion we decided to check out a new...

Some resources for learning about wine, especially new varietals from Australia

Another work dinner last night, this one at a new restaurant in San Francisco called Anchor & Hope. It's from the same folks that opened & run the Salt House & Town Hall. I love Town Hall but have been...

Merlot lovers, rejoice! A new documentary film made in response to the post-Sideways Merlot backlash (read more on that here) is about to debut. That's right, Merlove, made by Napa filmmaker Rudy McClain, is set to screen Tuesday, May 27th at COPIA in Napa. The film apparently includes footage of... ...

Today at 9:00 am, a “visionary vintner, winemaker, and wine marketer" died at his home in Yountville, CA. Robert Mondavi was 94 years old. He was one of the most influential winemakers and wine marketers in California history and certainly the driving force behind the new era of California wine ...

The AP has reported the death of Robert Mondavi . According to Robert Mondavi Winery spokeswoman Mia Malm, Mondavi died peacefully at his home in Yountville. He was 94.Mondavi has been credited with being instrumental in making California a big player in the global world of wine. The Mondavi empire ...

Eulogy to Napa Valley wine pioneer, Robert Mondavi

Spent the middle of this week bopping around Reno with our local rep, the lovely Gabri. I apologize for no pictures - the camera got separated from me and it was more important to stay focused on the job. You...

"We may have to go on a diet soon. Not me (although I could stand to shed a few pounds, admittedly!) but rather, the glass we use for our beloved Endeavour Cabernet Sauvignon (799 case) bottling. While I've always loved this handsome "manly" bottle because of its mysterious, dark, masculine ...

Ready to kick off Summer, or just looking for a way to celebrate the great Oregon weather we've been enjoying? Join us for our pre-Memorial Weekend Celebration, this Saturday and Sunday from 10am-4pm each day. We'll have full flights of...

While I was out in California judging at the Pacific Rim International Wine Competition we had bud break here in the vineyard. It was probably around April 24rd or 24th, which is a little late. We have had a very wet and cold spring, which is fine with us considering ...

We are off this weekend to pour Anomaly 2005 for the annual Cystic Fibrosis Winemasters event held at Warner Brothers Studio in Burbank. Son, Chris, will drive up from San Diego to help pour and daughter Emilie, will attend celebratory brunch on Sunday! Look for photos next week! Stay cool ...

I don't know about all of you, but I'm clueless when it comes to bringing wines to different events. Here are a few helpful tips courtesy of American Cellars and yours truly: -A formal dinner calls for special wines: Cabernet...

So, after a tasting or a charity dinner at the winery, we generally are left with - well, you can see below what I'm talking about. Often those "partaking" in the tasting/dinner ask if they can help clean up, to which of course we reply, "No no, we have people." ...

Yesterday Thomas and I spent the day doing work withs in San Francisco and Berkeley respectively. Pictured above is Rick Mickaels from the Henry Wine Group in front of one of the coolest wine shops I've been in - Vintage Berkeley. The shop is located on Vine Street (of course) ...

We are excited about the release of our 2004 Chesler Napa Valley Red Wine.  Tracy and I have poured this at a few recent events, and the feedback has been incredible.  We even have these great reviews we wanted to share with you: Robert Parker’s The Wine Advocate #174, December ...

Last Wednesday, Sokol Blosser held a Cellar Club event at Olea Restaurant in Portland’s Pearl District. The event was an opportunity to say, “Thank you”, to all of our local members. The night was a huge success, much in part...

If there is one person who can be credited with making the California wine industry what it is today, that person is Robert Mondavi. His vision and drive were instrumental in transforming California wines from cheap, jug-fillers to world class wines. Robert Mondavi died today at the age of 94. ...

Gary Vaynerchuk goes on the road today and tastes some wines at one of his favorite places, The Blue Ribbon Wine Bar. Having trouble viewing this video? Try the Quicktime version. Wines tasted in this episode: 2006 Compagni Portis Vineyard Gewürztraminer 2004 Mercouri Estate RedOther Greek Red Wine [...]

Cabernet Sauvignon has been Chile’s strong suit, but white varietals from new coastal vineyards are coming on strong. Learn about Chile’s white styles with James Molesworth as he tastes a Vina Montes Sauvignon Blanc and a Vina Maycas Chardonnay.

Gary Vaynerchuk explores the Cabernet Sauvignon from CHILE and chats some with the Vayniacs at the end of the taping! Having trouble viewing this video? Try the Quicktime version. Wines tasted in this episode: Walnut Crest Cabernet SauvignoChilean Cabernet Sauvignon Santa Rita 120 Cab SauvChilean Cabernet Sauvignon [...]

French wines are close to the hearts of wine lovers everywhere. There is such a rich history involved in the french wine making regions that they don't even bother to list on the label the grapes used to make the wine. The reason is that the same grapes have been...read ...

Gary Vaynerchuk explores the very interesting grape that has many buzzing in the wine industry. Update: The 10 wristbands have been claimed. Having trouble viewing this video? Try the Quicktime version. Comments on this episode(32) Leave a comment › “I promise…if I can find one this weekend….” by Slats “Cool ...

Nuove terre e nuovi vini: Australia, Sud Africa e Nuova Zelanda. Serata a cura di Ais Milano. 12 maggio 2008.

Questo video lo pubblico perché: 1) Il tema è parecchio interessante, ben esposto in questi pochi minuti e stimola ad ulteriori ricerche e riflessioni. Mi viene in mente ad esempio il fatto che l'Australia abbia raggiunti quei popo' di obiettivi marketing anche immettendo vini "pseudo italiani" sul mercato, che attirano ...

Gary Vaynerchuk goes BLIND on this HUGE day for him and his Family and the Vayniacs. Napa Valley Cabernet is the epic and most sought after wines of America and this tasting will be a battle Royal! Note: the wine listing is in tasting order. Having trouble viewing this video? ...