A Central Valley Collaboration – Chocolate and Wine Pairing By John Krause | California Corks In California’s Central Valley, two artisans—one working with grapes in Clovis, the other with cacao in Fresno—find themselves practicing a similar alchemy. Though one fills glasses and the other wraps bars, the shared heart of their work lies in transformation: of soil into story, fermentation into flavor, and … Continue reading The Alchemy of Craft: Where Craft Winemaking Meets Bean-to-Bar
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A White Wine Worth Talking About: Massican’s Coastal Cool in the Heart of Napa
A chilled glass, a hot air balloon, and a sip of Napa’s most compelling white wine — explore the cool elegance of Massican. When we think of Napa Valley, bold Cabernets and opulent tasting rooms often spring to mind. But in the sea of reds, there’s a rising tide of white—and at its helm is … Continue reading A White Wine Worth Talking About: Massican’s Coastal Cool in the Heart of Napa
Ziveli Winery: A Croatian Family Legacy Rooted in California Wine Country
From the Adriatic Coast to California’s Central Valley—how one family blends heritage, hospitality, and handcrafted wines at Ziveli Winery. by John Krause | California Corks John and Rondi Nale own this winery. It is a family business built on hard work and creativity. The Nale family’s vineyards in Fresno, California, grow special types of wine … Continue reading Ziveli Winery: A Croatian Family Legacy Rooted in California Wine Country
Acclaimed Winemaker Ali Mayfield Joins Mercer Wine Estates
With a passion for innovation and meticulous craftsmanship, Ali Mayfield teams up with Mercer Wine Estates Ali Mayfield, an esteemed winemaker with a reputation for excellence, has joined Mercer Wine Estates, where she will work alongside Ashley Stephens to craft the winery’s renowned, elegant wines from the Horse Heaven Hills Estate Vineyards. Ali is widely … Continue reading Acclaimed Winemaker Ali Mayfield Joins Mercer Wine Estates
What happens after wine is put into a barrel? Ask a Winemaker Wednesday
We had a great question come through the DM this last week regarding the vineyard. by Marty and Ryan Johnson Join us each Wednesday as we share Marty and Ryan Johnson’s answers to their, “Ask a Winemaker Wednesday” over at Ruby Magdalena Vineyards. "What happens after wine is put into a barrel?" While aging in barrels … Continue reading What happens after wine is put into a barrel? Ask a Winemaker Wednesday
Why do you have so many roses? Ask a winemaker Wednesday
We had a great question come through the DM this last week regarding the vineyard. by Marty and Ryan Johnson Join us each Wednesday as we share Marty and Ryan Johnson’s answers to their, “Ask a Winemaker Wednesday” over at Ruby Magdalena Vineyards. "Why do have so many roses?" Roses serve as an indicator species. Think … Continue reading Why do you have so many roses? Ask a winemaker Wednesday
When the grape plants start to go dormant, how long does it take for the leaves to fall off? Ask a Winemaker Wednesday
We had a great question come through the DM this last week regarding the vineyard. by Marty and Ryan Johnson Join us each Wednesday as we share Marty and Ryan Johnson’s answers to their, "Ask a Winemaker Wednesday" over at Ruby Magdalena Vineyards. "When the grape plants start to go dormant, how long does it … Continue reading When the grape plants start to go dormant, how long does it take for the leaves to fall off? Ask a Winemaker Wednesday
Do you use a machine to harvest your grapes? Ask a winemaker Wednesday
A friend asked a question recently in a direct message. They asked about our harvest and we thought you’d like to hear the answer! Join us each Wednesday as we post Marty and Ryan Johnson's answers to their Ask a Winemaker Wednesday “Do you use a machine to harvest your grapes”? We don’t, for several … Continue reading Do you use a machine to harvest your grapes? Ask a winemaker Wednesday
