Monthly Archives: August 2009
Winning Back the Wine Tourist — Some Ideas
Everyone knows the number of visitors has dropped in the Napa Valley and all wine country regions. As seasoned travelers to the wine country, we know that there are a number of strategies that wineries can do to win back … Continue reading
Swanson Vineyards — Wine and Food Together
Last week I visited three family-owned wineries that produce quality wines at the upper end of the price spectrum. I would recommend a visit to any three of these wineries and I am quite positive your experience will be memorable. … Continue reading
Napa Valley’s Economic Woes as Harvest Approaches
Harvest season is underway and that should be a festive time for everyone in the Napa Valley. But that may not be the case. I spent the last two days in the Napa Valley driving from Napa to Calistoga, hitting … Continue reading
Napa Valley Community College — A Bonded Winery
Alert to U.C. Davis and Fresno State University wine schools, you have a major competitor in the Napa Valley Community College. NVCC is not only situated in one of the world’s most renowned wine regions, but how about those course … Continue reading
Mumm Napa Celebrates The 2009 Harvest
Toasting and drinking sparkling wine is synonymous with celebrations. When Mumm Napa celebrates the Harvest, they do so in a most unusual manner. Friday, August 14, 2009 was the first official day of harvest for Mumm and when the first … Continue reading
2009 Harvest Begins at Mumm Napa
I arrived at the Game Farm Vineyard in Oakville at about 6:45 a.m. this Friday morning to photograph the first harvest in Napa for the 2009 growing season. I got word yesterday that Pinot Noir would be harvested beginning in … Continue reading
Palmaz Vineyards in Napa, Argentina Connection
When we visited Argentina in March of this year, we were amazed at the number of new wineries and more amazed at their magnificence. It seemed no expenses were spared in creating architectural wonders, luxurious gardens, and winemaking rooms with … Continue reading
Rubissow Wines on Mt. Veeder
If you are heading up to the popular Hess Collection Winery on Mt. Veeder, I have a recommendation. Before you visit Hess, take a small detour and stop in at the vineyard home of Rubissow Winery. Although Rubissow wines have … Continue reading
