What to Know About Wine Aging and Cellaring

What to Know About Wine Aging and Cellaring

As you become more involved in the art and science of winemaking, you will naturally become more aware of the benefits of wine aging and storing. The expert winemaker has extracted the juices from the fruit, added and taken away various components, and is now ready to...
Old Vine Zinfandel: The Elegance of Aged Vines in Winemaking

Old Vine Zinfandel: The Elegance of Aged Vines in Winemaking

Aging wines has been a winemaking strategy for centuries, with winemakers storing wine to reach their target flavor and texture. During the process, wines tend to develop a more complex taste, absorbing the influence of the wood in the barrels, oxidizing components,...
Exploring the World of Red Zinfandel: A Flavorful Journey

Exploring the World of Red Zinfandel: A Flavorful Journey

Known for their bold flavors and rich history, red Zinfandel has been a beloved favorite for centuries. The grape and wine evolved from the Croatian grape variety, Crljenak, and was brought to the United States during the 1800s. The wines tend to have a high alcohol...
Wine Tasting Room Magic: A Journey Through Flavor and Atmosphere

Wine Tasting Room Magic: A Journey Through Flavor and Atmosphere

Wine tasting rooms are destinations for thousands of people each year, every person looking for the magic of blending the right wines and foods. While each has its own style and approach, tasting rooms everywhere differ. The mission is the same in most wine-tasting...
Zinfandel Wine: The Quintessential California Grape

Zinfandel Wine: The Quintessential California Grape

One of the most popular and customary wines of Amador County is Zinfandel. While many grape varieties thrive here, the Zinfandel is still the king. The grapes have adapted well to the terroir, reaching their ideal ripeness in the mountainous terrain and soil. Origins...