Nancy (CSW), Author at Pull That Cork

Mokelumne Glen Vineyards — Meet the Winemakers

June 20, 2014 by Nancy (CSW) Comments are Disabled

Mokelumne Glen Vineyards in Lodi is home to over 40 German and Austrian grape varieties. Even though commercial wine production ceased at MGV in 2009, wine is continuing to be produced by a group of winemakers on both a commercial and home winemaking level. They are an interesting and diverse group, drawn to this unique collection of grape varieties in the most unexpected location.

Wine Pairing Weekend: Rolled Pork Florentine on the Grill, Which Wine Pairs Best?

June 13, 2014 by Nancy (CSW) 5 comments

Wine Pairing Weekend is the idea of food blogger David Crowley. His goal was to get food bloggers writing about wine and wine bloggers writing about food. We thought it sounded like a fun idea and jumped right in. Read about what we grilled and what wine we though went best.

#LanguedocDay: a great reason to have a party

June 9, 2014 by Nancy (CSW) Comments are Disabled

We were recently contacted and asked if we would like to participate in a celebration of the wines of the Languedoc region of southern France. It didn’t take long for us to decide yes! We joined others around the country in celebrating #LanguedocDay on May 30. We invited a few of our wine friends and put together dishes we thought would match with each of the four wines we received as tasting samples.

‘IL’ Ugo : the name will make you smile and so will the flavor!

June 6, 2014 by Nancy (CSW) Comments are Disabled

‘IL’ Ugo is a sparkling cocktail produced by Mionetto that is inspired by a favorite northern Italian cocktail called the Hugo. The flavors are unlike anything we have tasted and we found it interesting and delicious.

Charles Krug Winery Spring Releases — What’s New From This Napa Icon

June 4, 2014 by Nancy (CSW) Comments are Disabled

The Peter Mondavi family and Charles Krug Winery have much to celebrate in 2014. The winery has completed an ambitious renovation of both their vineyards and winery as well as the Redwood Cellar tasting room originally built in 1872. Owner Peter Mondavi Sr. will celebrate his 100th birthday this year and the Charles Krug Winery spring release wines from the 2011 vintage represent both the 150th Anniversary harvest and the inaugural release of the Family Reserve Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon.

Ribera del Duero — Another Interpretation of Tempranillo

May 29, 2014 by Nancy (CSW) 1 comment

Ribera del Duero is a wine region located on the northern plateau of Spain known for producing quality wines from Tempranillo. The weather is inhospitable, the soils are complex and the elevation is mostly more than 2500 feet above sea level. Local winemakers work their magic with Tempranillo planted along the Duero River and at higher elevations.

Rioja — Tempranillo is the Star in this Spanish Wine Region

May 23, 2014 by Nancy (CSW) 2 comments

Rioja is a wine region located in northern Spain (between Bilbao and Madrid) that is highly regarded for its Tempranillo, which comprises the majority of the plantings in the region. Garnacha, Carignan and Graciano are also planted and are most often blending partners to Tempranillo.

Borra Vineyards — Making More Than Zinfandel in Lodi

May 13, 2014 by Nancy (CSW) 2 comments

As the folks at Borra Vineyards put it, “Yeah. We make nice Zin. But there’s more to Lodi than Zinfandel.” It’s a good thing to remember, actually, to always keep an open mind with regard to wine and wine regions and what they have to offer.

Casey Flat Ranch — A Hidden Gem in the Capay Valley AVA

May 9, 2014 by Nancy (CSW) Comments are Disabled

To say Casey Flat Ranch is remote is an understatement. The 6000 acre ranch is located in the Vaca Mountains northeast of Lake Berryessa and the Napa Valley. This remote area of Yolo county has a wine producing history dating back to the 1860s, but the Capay Valley AVA was only recently declared in 2002.

The Lodi Native Project: One More Taste

April 30, 2014 by Nancy (CSW) Comments are Disabled

The Lodi Native Project is the collaborative effort of six Lodi winemakers making Zinfandel from six heritage vineyards using a standardized, minimal-intervention style of winemaking. It is intended to showcase some of Lodi’s special Zinfandel vineyards, not the winemaking style. A unique concept which produces six unique and delicious wines.

Author: Nancy (CSW)

Mokelumne Glen Vineyards — Meet the Winemakers

Wine Pairing Weekend: Rolled Pork Florentine on the Grill, Which Wine Pairs Best?

#LanguedocDay: a great reason to have a party

‘IL’ Ugo : the name will make you smile and so will the flavor!

Charles Krug Winery Spring Releases — What’s New From This Napa Icon

Ribera del Duero — Another Interpretation of Tempranillo

Rioja — Tempranillo is the Star in this Spanish Wine Region

Borra Vineyards — Making More Than Zinfandel in Lodi

Casey Flat Ranch — A Hidden Gem in the Capay Valley AVA

The Lodi Native Project: One More Taste

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