August 16th 2010, Randy and Meagan Morgan became the newest stewards of a great tradition and one of the most well known wineries in Virginia. The first vines were planted on this site in 1976 by Bob and Phoebe Harper, who were led here by the theory, “If you can find a place peaches will [...]
Michael and Patricia Kavic have known each other along time. Since their college days. Michael completed medical school and became a general surgeon. His wife, Patricia Fleck Kavic, who is a registered nurse, completed graduate studies in social work and practiced in the field. Together, they started Michael Stephen Kavic Winery. Patricia’s brother, Patrick J. [...]
Editor-in-Chief Gregory Dal Piaz recently raved about six Hudson Valley wines. Here’s what he has to say, with the links to prove it! Hudson-Chatham Baco Noir Old Vines 2010Lightly scented with notes of black plum, grape and wood spice topped with a touch of muskiness and a touch of dried cilantro. Bright on entry, this [...]
I’m posting yet another set of commentary reprinted from Jim Trezise, President of the NYWGF. This program is exactly what New York wine needed. I hope the foundation will plan another one for next year. Big kudos to Jim Trezise!I’ve also included two posts from the New York Cork Report, just to show the impact [...]
Calaveras Winegrape Alliance Wine Sierra Foothills California
Calaveras Winegrape Alliance Wine Sierra Foothills California
I can’t bellieve I am writing about Dornfelder. It’s a handsell in the tastingroom and a tough sell at best in the retail store where your not there to sell it. But that said, I have made a turn around onDornfelder. Recently I tasted several in New York state that were nice. But I have [...]
All over Facebook and Twitter people are talking about New York Drinks New York Grand Tasting at the Aster Center tonight. From the New York Times’ Howard Goldberg to the widely published Amy Zavatto of Edible magazines fame, and to fans of local wine. The New York Cork Report will be retweeting and posting reviews [...]
Black Walnut Winery is located in a 200 yr old bank barn in Chester County, Pennsylvania. They renovated the facility for wine tasting and events, but kept that old world feel to reflect the historic craft of winemaking. Black Walnut Winery has the ability to host special events and small gatherings. They are a member [...]
Finger Lakes winery pioneers watch and welcome changes4:49 PM, Feb. 10, 2012 | Democrat & Chronicle (NY) Written by DIANA LOUISE CARTER John McGregor and his sisters used to get excited when a car stopped by their family winery in Barrington, Yates County. He was just 9 years old in 1980 when McGregor Winery started [...]