Upon racking the wines 3 weeks ago, I noticed the strong bitterness in the 2006 Syrah vintage we thought had mellowed to a peppery flavor. Even after the egg white fining it’s just not going to be drinkable if I … Continue reading →
Jim and I racked The 2006 Syrah into one of the newer barrels. The bitterness of this vintage is still troubling, so I’ll be researching what to do that may reduce the bite. The 2007 Merlot went into the barrel … Continue reading →
I received an e-mail from my eye doctor, Craig Sultan, who asked me to post it and forward it to everyone I know. I have had this subject in my face many times the last few months, and I have … Continue reading →
Thank you, Dr. Ed Yager (a good friend in San Diego, CA), for reminding me what’s important in life by sending me this e-mail today! Things seem to come to us when we need them most, and this one certainly … Continue reading →
Our 2005 Winetta is named in honor of my parents who helped us make this wine, from crush and fermentation through bottling it in 2006. We made 299 bottles for this vintage. It was made from 75% Syrah and 25% Cabernet … Continue reading →