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Punchdowns are a key part of making red wine and each winemaker seems to have a slightly different approach as to how to best address the cap of grapes that develop during fermentation. Marcus Goodfellow at Matello Wines demonstrates a punchdown and talks about how he likes to mix the grapes and fermenting juice. Ask
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Wreaths are a beautiful way to decorate your home not only for the holidays, but all year long. Follow these easy steps on how to make a living wreath with succulents you can enjoy all the warmer months. Watch our moss wreath base making video: https://youtu.be/2tMfW71UmTQ Follow us on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jordanwinery Twitter: https://twitter.com/jordanwinery
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This video shows how to prepare a vegetable crudite edible centerpiece for your next backyard meal. This dinner party idea is easy and healthy. View the full blog post and recipe: https://winecountrytable.com/watch/appetizers/dinner-party-appetizer-ideas-vegetable-crudite-edible-centerpiece-recipe ________ For more home entertaining tips, visit: https://winecountrytable.com/entertain.
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Sicily is the largest island in the Mediterranean Sea: its total area is slightly larger than that of the island of Sardinia and slightly smaller than the sum of the areas of the other three large Mediterranean islands (Cyprus, Corsica and Crete). https://www.mamablip.com/en/video/sicily-wine 🍷 Sicily Wines The history of Sicilian wine closely mirrors that of
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Winemaker Jens Windisch describes reduction and oxidation in wine from a winemaker’s perspective. Jens makes wine at Weingut Werther Windisch in the Rheinhessen and he makes Riesling, Sylvaner, Spatburgunder and Portugeiser. Jens sat down with Ask a Winemaker during a trip sponsored by Wines of Germany and this video was produced with support from that
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Wineamaker Brianne Day explains co-fermentation in the winemaking process and describes how she puts multiple types of grapes into a fermenter, making what is called a field blend. Brianne Day of Day Wines in Oregon sat with Ask a Winemaker in Chicago in 2013. See all of our Videos with Brianne Day: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLddUmDhg4G_K5zuuHj49lhOq7C4Cr5rV6 Ask a
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Winemaker John Paul explains his barrel selection for Abbey Ridge and Clos Electrique Pinot Noir and Chardonnay at Cameron Winery in Oregon. He uses mostly used oak. John Paul of Cameron Winery produces wines in Oregon from, among others, his “Clos Electrique” vineyard site. We filmed with John Paul at Storyteller Wine Company in Portland
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Summer is moving along (for some of you, back to school season is creeping up). Technically, summer doesn’t end until mid-September, so we should have plenty of warm days still to come. As you prepare for some late-summer cookouts, we’re here to help you choose the perfect wine. In this video, you’ll learn the 22
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Explore tasting Napa Valley Chardonnay in this free preview of the new Learn by Drinking: Napa Valley Course. Learn about the region that put American wine on the map with of the Learn by Drinking: Napa Valley tasting course. The Learn By Drinking: Napa Valley online course is dedicated to understanding and appreciating the wide
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Visit our Winery and receive an introduction to our distinctive portfolio of multi-award-winning reds, whites, and rosés. Our portfolio of wines holds more than 20 handcrafted vintages. Learn more: http://www.biltmore.com/wines — About Biltmore: Biltmore Estate is located in Asheville, North Carolina, and was established in 1895. This National Historic Landmark is privately owned and maintained
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This video demonstrates a simplified process of tasting you can use every time you try a new wine. The video also describes the more in-depth tasting process I will employ over the next 52 weeks as I try each different varietal of wine. Finally, the video finishes with details of the four wines we will
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Planted in Napa’s Oakville district in 1954, MacDonald Vineyards’ oldest Cabernet vines represent what co-owners Alex and Graeme MacDonald strive to achieve at their historic property. Alex explains how the grapes from these “holy grail” vines fuel their Cabernets’ structure, power, complexity and ageability. Explore Wine Spectator’s free newsletters: https://winesp.ec/3eBKbN3 Introductory offer: Subscribe to Wine
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What food pairs well with Chardonnay? French Winemaker from Burgundy, Emmanuel Guillot talks about planning for a pairing with a 1990 Domaine Dauvissat, Premiere Cru “La Forest” and one of the Chardonnays he produced in Burgundy in 1990. He planned for oysters with the Chablis and Foie Gras with his wine. Find out which wine
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One of winemaker Thomas Rivers Brown’s newest clients is Napa stalwart Far Niente. Brown shows us the pruning method employed at Far Niente’s Martin Stelling Vineyard in the Oakville AVA and explains how it benefits fruit quality. Watch the full series: https://winesp.ec/3jRvmrq Explore Wine Spectator’s free newsletters: https://winesp.ec/3glK4pL Introductory offer: Subscribe to Wine Spectator for
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Winemaker Alex Gambal offers an in depth explanation on how to approach Burgundy, one of the world’s most complex and sought after wine region. This is Part 2 of a two part series. Watch Part 1: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NJUveef-MyE See all of our videos with Alex Gambal: http://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLddUmDhg4G_JfEJrnV2nwye55onz0ggav For a list of Alex’s wines for sale at
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Pruning grape vines is meant to control each vine’s output. Winemaker Sarah Cabot talks about the process in Oregon. Cordon training and spur pruning is discussed. Our collection with Sarah Cabot: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLddUmDhg4G_Ln84928VLi-iVx2Er6FRsn See all of our videos with Oregon Winemakers: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K_zmzQNu5gI&list=PLddUmDhg4G_KYhhxP3c89SNIpscQWf5mg Ask a Winemaker on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/askawinemaker?ref=hl Ask a Winemaker on Twitter: www.twitter.com/askawinemaker @askawinemaker www.askawinemaker.com
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The types and levels of Rioja are discussed by Juan Muga of Bodegas Muga, including Crianza, Reserva and Gran Reserva. Each level depends on the amount of time that the wine has spent in barrel, providing the minimum times that each must be kept in barrel. Filmed on location at City Winery Chicago. Watch all
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