A Year to Share!

by Monica on January 12, 2012

Less than a year ago we embarked on a journey of creating a new and interactive website, which was successfully launched in April 2011.  As with any new and exciting software expedition, part of the fun has been learning all of the functions and features available, and then utilizing them to help better your experience as a valued customer.  Below, we present some of our favorite features and functions, and invite you to share with us, and fellow Scott Harvey Wines fans, your thoughts, comments and opinions.

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Ringing in a new year, celebrating a birthday or anniversary, and heck, even just the “next day”.  We all have our time to set resolutions, the tough part is keeping them!  As we welcome in 2012, we all know the standard resolutions: Eat healthier, exercise more, spend more time with family and friends, invest and budget, etc., etc.  This year, we thought it would be best to stick to resolutions we know we can keep!  Whether you’re an avid wine connoisseur or new to the wine world, here are some easy wine resolutions we’re sure you can stick with. [click to continue…]

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Riesling Styles Defined

by Monica on November 16, 2011

If there is one wine that is often misunderstood, it is Riesling.  With the wide variety of Riesling styles, ranging from very dry to extremely sweet, it can be difficult to decipher which one will suit your taste.  In this article, we will discuss the different styles of Riesling, specifically the German styles, and what key words to look for when choosing a Riesling. [click to continue…]

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The Balancing Act

by Monica on November 16, 2011

To begin, I would like to thank all of those who subscribe to our newsletter!  We greatly enjoy and appreciate your interest and input.

With the holiday season rapidly approaching, I would like to talk about the wine best paired with a Thanksgiving turkey or Christmas ham; this being our 2009 Jana Mendocino Old Vine Riesling. [click to continue…]

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Share the Harvest Bounty!

by Monica on October 14, 2011

As we head into the holidays, we are reminded of how difficult this year has been for many in need. There is no better time than now to help our neighbors and community with a heart-felt donation of food.   Join us in supporting the Interfaith Food Bank during the holdiay season.
For further information, please contact Muffin at (209) 267-0122.

 

 

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2011 Harvest Report

by Monica on October 11, 2011

One thing is for sure, the 2011 harvest will be one to remember.  With the wine regions of the world all experiencing completely atypical weather patterns from high heat to no heat, too much rain to no rain, what can we expect from the 2011 vintage?  This blog features some early harvest reports from the major wine regions of the world. [click to continue…]

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Thoughts on 2011 Harvest

September 15, 2011

As we begin the harvest season. I think we are in for a roller coaster ride with the upcoming 2011 harvest. Due to a cold and wet spring and flowering period, many of the vineyards are about four weeks behind normal, and Mother Nature has played some very unusual cards that has made for a [...]

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September is California Wine Month

September 15, 2011

Raise a glass and join us in celebrating California Wine Month!  In a tribute to the harvest season and the flourishing multi-billion dollar wine-industry, 2011 marks the seventh year that September has been proclaimed California Wine Month.  In this article we feature some interesting facts about California’s wines, its regions and the economic effect of the [...]

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