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The Wine Makers on Radio Misfits
The Wine Makers – Napa Green RISE Symposium

The Wine Makers on Radio Misfits

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2025 51:44


This week on the podcast, we welcome Anna Brittain from Napa Green to talk about the upcoming Napa RISE Symposium. Napa Green is a global leader in sustainable winegrowing, known for setting the highest standards for sustainability and climate action in the wine industry. The organization provides wineries and vineyards with the tools, resources, and certification pathways needed to level up leadership from soil to bottle. The Napa RISE event series is designed to drive real sustainability and climate action across the entire wine industry and culture. Joining Anna are two RISE Leadership Award winners: Gita Mallya, Viticulturist and de facto Sustainability Lead at Domaine Carneros, who shares insights about their RISE Leadership Award for Energy, including their cutting-edge microgrid system. Sarah Richmond, Director of Operations at Clif Family, who discusses their RISE Leadership Award for Supply Chain, highlighting efforts like completing a full emissions inventory, switching to

Sips, Suds, & Smokes
Yes, I'll have the rest of the bottle

Sips, Suds, & Smokes

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2025 51:23


Yes, I'll have the rest of the bottle@domainecarneros @sullivan.rutherford.estate @frankfamilyvineyards @darioushwinery #WineLovers #Podcast #WineTasting #podcast #radioshow #host Co hosts : Good ol Boy Harmeet, Made Man Maury, Made Man BobSIPS – On this episode we discuss Domaine Carneros, Frank Family, Sullivan and Darioush. Get ready for a delightful journey through the vineyards of California as we uncork a selection of exquisite wines from some of the most renowned wineries in the region. Whether you're a seasoned sommelier or a curious novice, there's something here for every wine aficionado.Whether you're a fan of sparkling wines or robust reds, this episode is a celebration of California's diverse and dynamic wine scene. Join us as we rate and review these exceptional wines, sharing our tasting notes and insights along the way. We will be discussing these wines and rating them from 1-5 with 5 being the best:7:10 Domaine Carneros Cuvee de la Pompadour Brut Rose                       4 SIPS14:00 Domaine Carneros Brut 2020                                                          3 SIPS20:50 Domaine Carneros Ultra Brut 2019                                                4 SIPS27:35 Domaine Carneros Pinot Noir Estate 2021                                         4 SIPS35:06 Frank Family Carneros Chardonnay 2022                                         4 SIPS43:11 Frank Family Napa Cabernet Sauvignon 2021                                4 SIPS46: 00 Sullivan Rutherford Estate Coeur de Vigne 2021                  5 SIPS48:08 Darioush Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 25th Anniversary Release    5 SIPSinfo@sipssudsandsmokes.com X- @sipssudssmokes IG/FB - @sipssudsandsmokes Sips, Suds, & Smokes® is produced by One Tan Hand Productions using the power of beer, whiskey, and golf. Available on Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music, Spotify, Pandora, iHeart, and nearly anywhere you can find a podcast.Enjoying that cool Outro Music, it's from Woods & Whitehead – Back Roads Download your copy here:https://amzn.to/2XblorcThe easiest way to find this award winning podcast on your phone is ask Alexa, Siri or Google, “Play Podcast , Sips, Suds, & Smokes” Credits:TITLE: Maxwell Swing / FlapperjackPERFORMED BY: Texas GypsiesCOMPOSED BY: Steven R Curry (BMI)PUBLISHED BY: Alliance AudioSparx (BMI)COURTESY OF: AudioSparxTITLE: Back RoadsPERFORMED BY: Woods & WhiteheadCOMPOSED BY: Terry WhiteheadPUBLISHED BY: Terry WhiteheadCOURTESY OF: Terry WhiteheadPost production services : Pro Podcast SolutionsAdvertising sales: Contact us directlyContent hosting services: Audioport, Earshot, Radio4All, & PodBeanProducer: Made Man BobDomain Carneros, Cuvee La Pompadour, Brut Rose, Frank Family Vineyards, Napa Valley, Sullivan Rutherford Estate, Dariush Cabernet Sauvignon, Wine Tasting, California Wines, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Wine Ratings, Sparkling Wine, Wine Review, Wine Production, Wine History, Wine Cellar, Wine Sustainability

Sips, Suds, & Smokes
Yes, I'll have the rest of the bottle

Sips, Suds, & Smokes

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2025 51:18 Transcription Available


Yes, I'll have the rest of the bottle @domainecarneros @sullivan.rutherford.estate @frankfamilyvineyards @darioushwinery #WineLovers #Podcast #WineTasting #podcast #radioshow #host Co hosts : Good ol Boy Harmeet, Made Man Maury, Made Man Bob SIPS – On this episode we discuss Domaine Carneros, Frank Family, Sullivan and Darioush. Get ready for a delightful journey through the vineyards of California as we uncork a selection of exquisite wines from some of the most renowned wineries in the region. Whether you're a seasoned sommelier or a curious novice, there's something here for every wine aficionado. Whether you're a fan of sparkling wines or robust reds, this episode is a celebration of California's diverse and dynamic wine scene. Join us as we rate and review these exceptional wines, sharing our tasting notes and insights along the way. We will be discussing these wines and rating them from 1-5 with 5 being the best: 7:10 Domaine Carneros Cuvee de la Pompadour Brut Rose                       4 SIPS 14:00 Domaine Carneros Brut 2020                                                          3 SIPS 20:50 Domaine Carneros Ultra Brut 2019                                                4 SIPS 27:35 Domaine Carneros Pinot Noir Estate 2021                                         4 SIPS 35:06 Frank Family Carneros Chardonnay 2022                                         4 SIPS 43:11 Frank Family Napa Cabernet Sauvignon 2021                                4 SIPS 46: 00 Sullivan Rutherford Estate Coeur de Vigne 2021                  5 SIPS 48:08 Darioush Cabernet Sauvignon 2021 25th Anniversary Release    5 SIPS info@sipssudsandsmokes.com X- @sipssudssmokes IG/FB - @sipssudsandsmokes Sips, Suds, & Smokes® is produced by One Tan Hand Productions using the power of beer, whiskey, and golf.  Available on Apple Podcasts, YouTube Music, Spotify, Pandora, iHeart, and nearly anywhere you can find a podcast. Enjoying that cool Outro Music, it's from Woods & Whitehead – Back Roads Download your copy here: https://amzn.to/2Xblorc The easiest way to find this award winning podcast on your phone is ask Alexa, Siri or Google, “Play Podcast , Sips, Suds, & Smokes”  Credits: TITLE: Maxwell Swing / Flapperjack PERFORMED BY: Texas Gypsies COMPOSED BY: Steven R Curry (BMI) PUBLISHED BY: Alliance AudioSparx (BMI) COURTESY OF: AudioSparx TITLE: Back Roads PERFORMED BY: Woods & Whitehead COMPOSED BY: Terry Whitehead PUBLISHED BY: Terry Whitehead COURTESY OF: Terry Whitehead Post production services : Pro Podcast Solutions Advertising sales: Contact us directly Content hosting services: Audioport, Earshot, Radio4All, & PodBean Producer: Made Man Bob Domain Carneros, Cuvee La Pompadour, Brut Rose, Frank Family Vineyards, Napa Valley, Sullivan Rutherford Estate, Dariush Cabernet Sauvignon, Wine Tasting, California Wines, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Wine Ratings, Sparkling Wine, Wine Review, Wine Enthusiast, Wine Pairing, Wine Production, Wine History, Wine Cellar, Wine Sustainability https://www.domainecarneros.com/ https://www.frankfamilyvineyards.com/ https://www.sullivanwine.com/ https://www.dariush.com/ https://www.taittinger.com/ https://wineserver.ucdavis.edu/

RVing Through Wine Country: Best Destinations for Wine Lovers - RV Hour - Episode 91

"RV Hour" podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2024 39:53


This week's RV Hour podcast, hosted by CEO of Giant Recreation World, Larry McNamara, is perfect for wine lovers and RV enthusiasts alike! In Episode 91, we delve into RVing Through Wine Country: Best Destinations for Wine Lovers. Whether you're looking for scenic vineyard tours, discovering RV-friendly wineries, or planning the ultimate wine-tasting road trip, this episode is packed with insights and tips for creating the perfect wine adventure on wheels! But that's not all—we'll also be featuring some incredible deals from GRW's Hot List! This week, we've got an exciting offer: a New 2025 Forest River 134BHX in Winter Garden, FL, on sale for only $14,999—that's just $34 a week! Plus, all new and select pre-owned units come with our Lifetime Warranty at no cost to you. These deals won't last long, so make sure to check them out! Don't miss out on these amazing offers and wine-touring destinations—whether you're an RV veteran or a first-timer, there's something for everyone! Tune in for tips, recommendations, and exclusive deals, and visit any of our 3 locations in Palm Bay, Ormond Beach, or Winter Garden. Always online at www.GiantRecreationWorld.com.

Unreserved Wine Talk
259: Proactive Wine Farming and Wine Tourism with Anna Brittain of Napa Green

Unreserved Wine Talk

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2023 33:08


How can we, as wine consumers, support environmental change in the wine industry? What is proactive farming as it relates to growing vines for wine? Does wine tourism have a positive or negative impact on the environment? In this episode of the Unreserved Wine Talk podcast, I'm chatting with sustainability expert Anna Brittain. You can find the wines we discussed at https://www.nataliemaclean.com/winepicks   Highlights Why is good soil health foundational to vineyards, both from the wine and sustainability perspectives? What is proactive farming? How can the wine industry increase its emphasis on social justice and diversity and inclusion? Why do climate action and regenerative agriculture make the ultimate umbrella for sustainability efforts in the wine industry? What is the environmental impact of wine tourism? What can we do as consumers to advocate for or induce change in the wine industry? Are there commonalities between different wine regions and the climate challenges they face? What is Domaine Carneros doing differently as a dedicated sustainability leader? What does Anna love about Domaine Carneros Taittinger and what foods would it be best paired with? Which breakfast foods could you pair with the classic St. Supéry Cabernet Sauvignon? Why does Anna believe we need to focus on improving quality and sustainable practices in the wine industry rather than expanding? What are Anna's favourite childhood foods to pair with wine? What is Anna's favourite wine book? Why would Anna love to share a glass of wine with Brené Brown? Why is it crucial to take action on climate change in the here and now?   Key Takeaways Anna has some concrete steps for how we, as wine consumers, support environmental change in the wine industry. Every bit helps, and the need is urgent. We all have purchasing power - we vote with our dollars, and they send strong signals to the industry to advocate for change. I found her concept of proactive farming as it relates to growing vines for wine fascinating. She also has an interesting take on wine tourism's impact on the environment.   Join me on Instagram, Facebook and YouTube Live Join the live-stream video of this conversation on Wed at 7 pm ET on Instagram Live Video, Facebook Live Video or YouTube Live Video. I want to hear from you! What's your opinion of what we're discussing? What takeaways or tips do you love most from this chat? What questions do you have that we didn't answer? Want to know when we go live? Add this to your calendar: https://www.addevent.com/calendar/CB262621   About Anna Brittain Anna Brittain has worked locally, nationally and internationally on environmental management and policy with organizations ranging from the environmental economics think tank Resources for the Future in Washington, DC to the International Union for Conservation of Nature in Hanoi, Vietnam. She has spent over 12 years facilitating and growing sustainability in the wine industry, with expertise in communications and certification standards.     To learn more, visit https://www.nataliemaclean.com/259.

Wine Soundtrack - USA
Domaine Carneros - TJ Evans

Wine Soundtrack - USA

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 26, 2023 39:35


Founded by the noble family behind Champagne Taittinger, Claude Taittinger's search for a worthy U.S. counterpart began in the late 1970s. In 1987 he selected a 138-acre parcel in the heart of Carneros, Napa Valley. Wisely selecting Eileen Crane to oversee the development of the winery and vineyards, the team created the quintessential California expression of the Taittinger style in Carneros.The heart of Domaine Carneros has always been sparkling wines, with distinctive styles ranging from the classic vintage-dated Brut cuvée to our luxury Le Rêve Blanc de Blancs. In 1992 we added rich, complex Pinot Noir to our portfolio and our passion for sparkling and still wines continues to grow. Learn about sparkling winemaking and Eileen Crane, Pinot Noir winemaking and TJ Evans, and our portfolio of wines.All of our wines proudly hail from the Carneros appellation, and 95% of our fruit comes from our estate vineyards. More on our vineyards.As anyone who has driven between Napa and Sonoma can tell you, the Domaine Carneros château is a stunning regional landmark. Join us for tableside service on the terrace or in the salon and savor the spirit of the Northern California wine country

Wine, Work, and Passion
WINE WORK & PASSION EPISODE 29 – Zak Miller and TJ Evans – The Winemaking Team at Domaine Carneros

Wine, Work, and Passion

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2022 62:00


My very special guests today are both winemakers at the famed Domaine Carneros Winery in the Carneros AVA of Napa Valley.  Zak Miller leads the Sparkling Wine team and TJ Evans is in charge of Pinot Noir production. Their journeys into winemaking are quite different but mutually inspiring.  They'll share their wine stories and give us the inside scoop on what it takes to make iconic sparkling wine and world class Pinot Noir.  And the best part is, they'll tell you how to get your start toward following in their footsteps. So, if you have wondered what it takes for a wine to go from grape to glass, this episode will not disappoint.  So, let's meet Zak and TJ. Resources: Book a private career coaching session with Karen Wetzel at https://go.oncehub.com/KarenWetzel Receive a 5% discount on any Napa Valley Wine Academy classes, including WSET. Register for your course at napavalleywineacademy and use promo-code NVWApodcast Sign up for our newsletter at https://go.napavalleywineacademy.com/wine-news-that-educates Become a member at https://napavalleywineacademy.com/nvwa-membership/ To follow or reach Domaine Carneros: https://www.domainecarneros.com/ https://www.domainecarneros.com/careers @domainecarneros zmiller@domainecarneros.com tjeveans@domainecarneros.com resume@domainecarneros.com

Domaine Carneros, Remi Cohen, 2/26/22

"The Good Life" Show - Food, Wine, Travel & Lifestyle

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 2, 2022 26:46


Mike Wreyford talks to Remi Cohen from Domaine Carneros about California's sparkling wine!

California Wine Country
Remi Cohen CEO Domaine Carneros

California Wine Country

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2021 40:03


Remi Cohen and Tom Simoneau. Remi Cohen, CEO of Domaine Carneros, is our guest on California Wine Country with Steve Jaxon and Dan Berger. Tom Simoneau is also in the studio today and the subject is the sparkling wines of Domaine Carneros. But first, Dan Berger has opened a 12-year-old 2009 Pinot Noir from his extensive personal cellar. Morelli Vineyards provided the grapes for this wine made by a winery called Lost Canyon. Dan looked for them online but didn't find much, they may not still be active. Tom Simoneau has not heard of them. Dan Berger notes that Dan Goldfield has also used Morelli Vineyards for his prestigious Dutton-Goldfield label. Now they begin tasting the Domaine Carneros sparkling wines beginning with the Brut, which is the first wine they ever made in 1987 when they launched. Domaine Carneros is owned by the Taittinger family, who are famous French Champagne producers. They wanted to have a sparkling wine company in California so they started one in the 1980s. When Claude Taittinger came to visit Napa Valley and Carneros in particular, he expressed that desire. Then they hired Eileen Crane to create the winery and make the wine. Eileen retired last year but still comes in to help with the blending. Eileen Crane was on California Wine Country on this episode from March 29, 2017 and she told the whole story of her very interesting career. Remi Cohen has brought these bottles today for tasting and discussion: Domaine Carneros by Taittinger 2017 Brut Domaine Carneros Cuvée de la Pompadour sparkling Brut Rosé Le Rêve Domaine Carneros by Taittinger 2014 Domaine Carneros Estate Pinot Noir 2018 Carneros means Rams in Spanish. They open the Sparkling Rosé but it turns out to be slightly corked. This happens to about 1% of wines, a mould grows on the cork and can spoil the taste of the wine. (Dan thinks most corked wines in the US are probably not identified as such, people have to be used to telling the flavor of it. People who don't know, may conclude the don't like the wine but don't know why.) Next they taste Le Rêve, which means The Dream. This is aged 6 years before they release it, this is a 2014 they are tasting. The story behind this wine is that Claude Taittinger asked Eileen Crane to make a top quality sparkling wine only from estate-grown Chardonnay grapes. The owner was so impressed he had a special bottle made for Le Rêve, emblazoned with two rams' heads. The word Carneros means Rams, in Spanish. first release was 1992. This is as dry as the other, but is different from the Brut. Dan points out that you're getting your richness from the Pinot Noir that has intentionally made for the color. They do Le Rêve and Lobster dinners at the winery. Dan Berger would serve grilled scallops with this. Click the logo to visit our sponsor Bottle Barn online. Bottle Barn is still featuring Harvest Festival winners, including all four of Tom Simoneau's gold medal winners. They are also selling a lot of sparkling wines right now. They also have acquired some important collections and there are some unique bottles in those lots. Dan points out that the blend process is meticulous and very important. Remi is glad that Eileen Crane still comes for blending. Only a small amount of it has been given ML. It is how they choose the best Chardonnay to turn into sparkling wine with the tirage which is putting sugar and yeast in and let it ferment in the bottle. Dan points out how making sparkling wine is “a game of patience” as Remi describes it, since it takes years to plant the right vineyard, and the sparkling winemaking process takes so long. They harvest at 18 to 20 Brix, which is really tart. At the Domaine Carneros chateau, there are lots of options for visits, with food pairings of all kinds. Finally, they taste a Pinot Noir, made by T.J. Evans, who specializes in Pinot Noir for DC. The Estate Pinot Noir is from 6 different estates that they farm in Carneros.

California Wine Country
Remi Cohen CEO Domaine Carneros

California Wine Country

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2021 40:03


Remi Cohen, CEO of Domaine Carneros, is our guest on California Wine Country with Steve Jaxon and Dan Berger. Tom Simoneau is also in the studio today and the subject is the sparkling wines of Domaine Carneros. But first, Dan Berger has opened a 12-year-old 2009 Pinot Noir from his extensive personal cellar. Morelli Vineyards provided the grapes for this wine made by a winery called Lost Canyon. Dan looked for them online but didn't find much, they may not still be active. Tom Simoneau has not heard of them. Dan Berger notes that Dan Goldfield has also used Morelli Vineyards for his prestigious Dutton-Goldfield label. Now they begin tasting the Domaine Carneros sparkling wines beginning with the Brut, which is the first wine they ever made in 1987 when they launched. Domaine Carneros is owned by the Taittinger family, who are famous French Champagne producers. They wanted to have a sparkling wine company in California so they started one in the 1980s. When Claude Taittinger came to visit Napa Valley and Carneros in particular, he expressed that desire. Then they hired Eileen Crane to create the winery and make the wine. Eileen retired last year but still comes in to help with the blending. Eileen Crane was on California Wine Country on this episode from March 29, 2017 and she told the whole story of her very interesting career. Remi Cohen has brought these bottles today for tasting and discussion: Domaine Carneros by Taittinger 2017 Brut Domaine Carneros Cuvée de la Pompadour sparkling Brut Rosé Le Rêve Domaine Carneros by Taittinger 2014 Domaine Carneros Estate Pinot Noir 2018 They open the Sparkling Rosé but it turns out to be slightly corked. This happens to about 1% of wines, a mould grows on the cork and can spoil the taste of the wine. (Dan thinks most corked wines in the US are probably not identified as such, people have to be used to telling the flavor of it. People who don't know, may conclude the don't like the wine but don't know why.) Next they taste Le Rêve, which means The Dream. This is aged 6 years before they release it, this is a 2014 they are tasting. The story behind this wine is that Claude Taittinger asked Eileen Crane to make a top quality sparkling wine only from estate-grown Chardonnay grapes. The owner was so impressed he had a special bottle made for Le Rêve, emblazoned with two rams' heads. The word Carneros means Rams, in Spanish. first release was 1992. This is as dry as the other, but is different from the Brut. Dan points out that you're getting your richness from the Pinot Noir that has intentionally made for the color. They do Le Rêve and Lobster dinners at the winery. Dan Berger would serve grilled scallops with this. Bottle Barn is still featuring Harvest Festival winners, including all four of Tom Simoneau's gold medal winners. They are also selling a lot of sparkling wines right now. They also have acquired some important collections and there are some unique bottles in those lots. Dan points out that the blend process is meticulous and very important. Remi is glad that Eileen Crane still comes for blending. Only a small amount of it has been given ML. It is how they choose the best Chardonnay to turn into sparkling wine with the tirage which is putting sugar and yeast in and let it ferment in the bottle. Dan points out how making sparkling wine is “a game of patience” as Remi describes it, since it takes years to plant the right vineyard, and the sparkling winemaking process takes so long. They harvest at 18 to 20 Brix, which is really tart. At the Domaine Carneros chateau, there are lots of options for visits, with food pairings of all kinds. Finally, they taste a Pinot Noir, made by T.J. Evans, who specializes in Pinot Noir for DC. The Estate Pinot Noir is from 6 different estates that they farm in Carneros. This has all the Carneros Pinot Noir traits like fruit and berries but also has the spice and earthiness that Pinot Noir lovers ...

Kobrand Sips & Selling Tips
Carneros | Domaine Carneros - #002

Kobrand Sips & Selling Tips

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2021 5:43


Kobrand Vice President, Director of Education Nick Poletto DipWSET, CSW, CSS gives you an overview of the Carneros wine region and key selling points for Domaine Carneros to empower you to make your next sale.

Cogill Wine and Film:  A Perfect Pairing
Oscar Nominations and the perfect pairings with John Legend, Domaine Carneros, and more

Cogill Wine and Film: A Perfect Pairing

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 20, 2021 47:19


The Cogill’s return just in time for the 93rd Annual Academy Awards to discuss the nominees for Best Picture, Director, Actor, Actress and Screenplay. From Frances McDormand to Chadwick Boseman, from Viola Davis to Borat, it’s a free for all of nominated performances and films unlike any year in the past. Wine Expert, Hayley Hamilton Cogill, lights up the conversation with a Magnum of Piper Heidsieck bubbly, explores EGOT winner John Legend and his LVE Rose, and celebrates a fabulous year for women in film with wines from Kathryn Hall’s WALT winery, and Domaine Carneros. Add a bottle of 8 Years In The Desert by Orin Swift, and you have a wine and film pairing fit for an Oscar watch party. It’s Oscar time, let's celebrate! Learn more about your ad-choices at https://www.iheartpodcastnetwork.com

Wine Enthusiast Podcast
Episode 85: California's Women in Wine—Part 1

Wine Enthusiast Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2021 63:01


The first in a two-part series to honor Women’s History Month, this episode of the Wine Enthusiast Podcast features some of the leading ladies of the California wine scene who are driving the industry forward today. Carolyn and Aly Wente of Wente Vineyards talk about how they maintain their family business. Also in this episode is Remi Cohen, the second CEO of iconic California brand Domaine Carneros, who shares how her decades of experience have helped shape her role and perspectives today. FOLLOW US ON: Instagram: @wineenthusiast Twitter: @WineEnthusiast Facebook: @WineEnthusiast

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VinePair Podcast
American Wine Has Boundless Potential

VinePair Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2020 43:13


Adam and Zach are joined by VinePair's Tastings Director Keith Beavers to talk about American Wine Month: where the American wine industry currently stands, what regions are poised to break out in the years to come, and whether wine tourism will remain central to the American wine industry in a post-Covid landscape. Thanks to our sponsors: Virginia Wine, Cakebread Cellars, Domaine Carneros, and Three Girls, for making this episode possible. Please subscribe to, rate, and review VinePair on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts, and send any questions, comments, critiques, or suggestions to podcast@vinepair.com. Thanks for listening, and be well. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Cork Taint
We actually didn't sFpUaCrKkle up this sparkling episode

Cork Taint

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2020 57:34


We drank some sparkling from Domaine Carneros and Bernard Fouquet in Vouvray

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Sabe A Vino
EP.4- Entrevista a Edna Pacheco gerente de "Food and Beverage" de Domaine Carnero Winery

Sabe A Vino

Play Episode Listen Later May 15, 2020 65:02


En este episodio tenemos la entrevista que se le realizó por Facebook Live a una gran emprendedora puertorriqueña en EE.UU. Gerente del departamento de bebidas y alimentos del viñedo Domaine Carneros. No se lo pueden perder!!! Síguenos en https://linktr.ee/sabeavino --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/sabeavino/message

Inside Wine Podcast
Best Wines For Thanksgiving - 002

Inside Wine Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2019 20:02


This episode focuses on wines for the traditional Thanksgiving feast.   If you're the host, the easiest way to choose the right wines is to put the task on your guests. Everyone asks "what can I bring?" Tell them one bottle of their favorite wine and a second bottle of a wine type that you specify based on what you learn in this episode.   If you're the host and providing all the wine, figure on 2-3 glasses per person.   One standard (750ml) bottle of wine equals 5 generous glasses.   So, if you expect 10 people at dinner, 10 times 3 glasses is 30 glasses, divided by 5 equals 6 bottles.   However, if you expect a LOT of wine drinking -- perhaps because many people are staying over, walking home, or getting an uber home -- just figure on one bottle per person to be safe.   Insider tips   For Champagne, get "non-vintage" as its best bang for your buck   Lambrusco is a red, slightly sparkling to fully sparkling wine that is OUTSTANDING with food, and especially good with Thanksgiving dishes   Riesling is also a GREAT match for Thanksgiving dishes Look for Alsace, Germany, Washington state   Both Riesling and Lambrusco come in various sweetness levels From bone dry to sweet   Almost any white wine from Italy will work with just about everything on the table, because Italian whites tend to be food friendly.   Similarly, almost all rose wines will work as well. The best rose wines in the world are from the French regions of Provence, Tavel, and Bandol.   Put Beaujolais wine in the fridge for 15-20 minutes before serving. A slight chill brings out the flavors of this light and fruity red wine.   Wine Recommendations FULL DISCLOSURE, these brands are marketed by my employer, Kobrand Corp. More info on all of these wines can be found at http://www.kobrandwineandspirits.com/.   California Chardonnay brands - Cakebread - Sequoia Grove - St. Francis - The Seeker   Champagne - Taittinger   California sparkling wine - Domaine Carneros   Cava - Poema   Prosecco - Caposaldo   Lambrusco - Medici Ermete   Riesling brands - Domaine Zind-Humbrecht - The Seeker - Shades of Blue   White Burgundy Three levels: Bourgogne Blanc (AC), Premier Cru, Grand Cru Areas: Macon Village, Macon Lugny, Chablis Brands: - Louis Jadot - Domaine Ferret   Sauvignon Blanc brands - Craggy Range (New Zealand) - Infamous Goose (New Zealand) - Montes (Chile) - Cakebread (Napa) - St. Francis (Sonoma) - Pighin (Italy) - Jacques Dumont (Sancerre, France) - Michel Redde (Sancerre, France) - Michel Redde (Pouilly-Fume, France)   Pinot Grigio brands - Pighin - Caposaldo - Bollini - Masi - The Seeker   Other Italian white wines - Villa Matilde Greco di Tufo, Falanghina - Michele Chiarlo Gavi "Rovereto" - Michele Chiarlo Gavi "Le Marne" - Michele Chiarlo Roero Arneis "Le Madri" - Agricola Punica Vermentino "Samas Isola dei Nuraghi" - Campo al Mare Vermentino di Bolgheri DOC - Feudo Maccari Grillo - Feudo Maccari Contrada Santo Spirito Animalucente Etna DOC - Tenuta di Salviano Orvieto     Zinfandel - St. Francis   Pinot Noir From Burgundy There are three levels: Bourgogne Rouge, Premier Cru, and Grand Cru. Brand: Louis jadot   Pinot Noir Brands from California - Cakebread - St. Francis   Pinot Noir from Oregon - Resonance   Beaujolais Make sure it is Beaujolais AC, Beaujolais-Villages, or a "Cru" Beaujolais Crus include: Brouilly, Chenas, Chiroubles, Cote de Brouilly, Fleurie, Julienas, Morgon, Moulin-a-Vent, Regnie, Saint-Amour Nouveau is highly promoted at this time of year but not necessarily recommended. Maybe get one bottle for fun, and make certain it is from this year. Brands: - Louis Jadot - Chateau des Jacques   Rose brands: - AIX (Provence) - Louis Jadot (Burgundy) - Jacques Dumont (Sancerre) - Masi (Veneto) - Bollni - Salviano (Umbria) - Alta Vista (Argentina) - Montes (Chile) - Caposaldo (Italy) - Chateau La Nerthe (Rhone Valley) - Chateau d'Aqueria (Tavel) - Feudo Maccari (Sicily) - Maison Saleya (Provence) - The Seeker (Provence)   Find more Thanksgiving wine tips at http://insidewinepodcast.com/2   Have a question, comment, or idea for a future episode? email joe@insidewinepodcast.com  or leave a voicemail at  (917) 727-9242

Sip On This podcast
Sip On This - Episode 14 - Domaine Carneros

Sip On This podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2019 55:41


Sip On This - Episode 14. Domaine Carneros is truly the quintessential Napa Valley experience. The chateau, on the southern tip of Napa, is easily accessible from San Francisco but reminiscent of France. The portfolio of sparkling and Pinot Noir wines will transport you into a romantic, noble place. Join winemaker Eileen Crane as she guides us on a tasting of their dynamic California sparkling wines, including Brut, Ultra Brut, Rose and a bonus tasting of limited production Le Reve -- all paired with delectable Asian bites. Visit us on siponthis.org to see our pictures from this glorious day, but visit this magnificent property and post your pics on Instagram and tag @rogerloveswine.

Fearless Fabulous You
Anuschka Rees and Eileen Crane

Fearless Fabulous You

Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2019 50:14


Anuschka Rees is author of "Beyond Beautiful: A Practical Guide to Being Happy, Confident, and You in a Looks-Obsessed World." She discusses how to boost you self-image and forget your (perceived) flaws. www.anuschkarees.com. Eileen Crane is CEO and Founding Winemaker for Domaine Carneros in California, known for its exceptional sparkling wines. She discusses her career in wine and the visitor experience at Domaine Carneros. www.domainecarneros.com #FearlessFabulousYouThis show is broadcast live on Wednesday's at 12PM ET on W4WN Radio – The Women 4 Women Network (www.w4wn.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network (http://www.talk4media.com/).

Wine Talks with Paul Kalemkiarian
Zak Miller in From Napa with Love

Wine Talks with Paul Kalemkiarian

Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2019 41:54


We are joined today by an incredible winemaker, Zak Miller. We talk about the wines in Napa Valley and the beautiful chateau Domaine Carneros. 

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The Connected Table SIPS!
Eileen Crane, CEO, Domaine Carneros

The Connected Table SIPS!

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2019 14:50


Eileen Crane, CEO and founding Winemaker at Domaine Carneros, has been called The Doyenne of American Sparkling Wine. She's recognized for her leadership and finesse making classically elegant sparkling wines in the mêthode traditionelle style. Located in the Carneros AVA between Napa and Sonoma counties, Domaine Carneros was founded in 1987 by Claude Taittinger (Champagne Taittinger). Domaine Carneros's stunning château offers a variety of visitor tasting experiences. www.domainecarneros.comThis show is brought to you by Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network (http://www.talk4media.com/).

NorthwestPrime
Wine Country Table with Janet Fletcher

NorthwestPrime

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 21, 2019 33:00


NWP welcomes three time James Beard Award winner Janet Fletcher! Celebrating the Golden State's wine-growing regions, Wine Country Table features compelling stories and recipes that showcase the range of the state's agricultural bounty and the seasonal spirit that continues to define the produce-driven and ethnically influenced essence of California wine country cooking. Beautifully photographed, the book offers a visual tour of 23 stunning farms and wineries--including Cakebread Cellars, Domaine Carneros, Handley Cellars, and Tablas Creek Vineyard, along with Lodi Farming (cherries), Hilltop & Canyon Farms (avocados and citrus), and Henderson Orchards (pears) to name a few--whose sustainable practices highlight the future of responsible farming and winegrowing embraced throughout California. Award-winning author Janet Fletcher's recipes turn any gathering into a celebration. Wine pairings and recommendations add sophistication to everyday meals. Wine Country Table shows readers firsthand how responsible growing practices and careful technique result in delicious dishes you'll be proud to share with family and friends.   http://www.janetfletcher.com

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Wine Soundtrack - USA
Domaine Carneros - Eileen Crane

Wine Soundtrack - USA

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 13, 2019 39:46


Founded by the noble family behind Champagne Taittinger, Claude Taittinger's search for a worthy U.S. counterpart began in the late 1970s. In 1987 he selected a 138-acre parcel in the heart of Carneros, Napa Valley. Wisely selecting Eileen Crane to oversee the development of the winery and vineyards, the team created the quintessential California expression of the Taittinger style in Carneros.The heart of Domaine Carneros has always been sparkling wines, with distinctive styles ranging from the classic vintage-dated Brut cuvée to our luxury Le Rêve Blanc de Blancs. In 1992 we added rich, complex Pinot Noir to our portfolio and our passion for sparkling and still wines continues to grow. Learn about sparkling winemaking and Eileen Crane, Pinot Noir winemaking and TJ Evans, and our portfolio of wines.All of our wines proudly hail from the Carneros appellation, and 95% of our fruit comes from our estate vineyards. More on our vineyards.As anyone who has driven between Napa and Sonoma can tell you, the Domaine Carneros château is a stunning regional landmark. Join us for tableside service on the terrace or in the salon and savor the spirit of the Northern California wine country

California Wine Country
Domaine Carneros CEO Eileen Crane

California Wine Country

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 27, 2019 40:27


(This episode of CWC was first heard on March 29, 2017. There is no new show this week due to NBA games on KSRO. We're back with a new show next week.) Eileen Crane, the CEO, founding builder and winemaker from Domaine Carneros joins Steve Jaxon, Dan Berger and Tom Simoneau. Today Eileen Crane tells about being hired thirty years ago to build and open Domaine Carneros and how it became one of the most famous and important wineries in the world. Right away they are tasting a brand new Beaujolais that Dan brought in. It is the top of the line Cru Beaujolais and the first one Dan has tasted this year. The 2015s were fabulous, and the early word is that this year’s vintage may be the best ever in the history of Beaujolais. This was a warm year. The grapes are 100% Gamay grown in granitic soil, which stays warm at night time from the day time heat, so they don’t lose acidity and they have to pick it as early as they can. Steve finds that by the third sip it is great. Dan and Tom say it would go well with pizza. Steve introduces Eileen Crane, President and winemaker at Domaine Carneros. First, Steve takes a call from Paul in Petaluma who has kept a bottle of Domaine Carneros for 20 years and called to tell the story. In 1998 his family took him to tour Carneros winery on Father’s Day. His family bought a bottle of 1993 sparkling wine which he took back to Minnesota. He moved to Petaluma in 2011 and opened it on his birthday in 2014, when the wine was 22 years old. It was great, he says. Eileen says that the ’93 was the second vintage of the “Le Rêve” and says that if her wines are kept away from direct sunlight they can last for 30 or 40 years. They open a Pompadour Rosé. In the main foyer at Domaine Carneros, there is a picture of Madame Pompadour, who is famous for saying, “Champagne is the only wine that a woman can drink and remain beautiful.” As always, Steve asks for the history and Eileen tells about Claude Taittinger who said, he doesn’t care how the name is pronounced as long as you reach for the bottle. In his early 20s, in the 1950s, he came through Sonoma and Napa and when he returned to France he told his partners that he would like to own a property in California so they eventually bought into Carneros. Eileen Crane was hired to open Domaine Carneros, in 1987, which opened its doors in 1989. When they opened they had so much caviar that they were eating it for lunch for weeks. They had fireworks, which scared the neighboring cattle. The cattlemen protested and she replied that they had posted the notices that they were required to post, but a cattleman told her that the cows don’t read. So they have never had fireworks again after that. As a child, she would share the wine with her family’s Sunday dinners and one day, her father opened a bottle of Champagne, which she was allowed to taste. Thus began her lifelong fascination with Champagne. A friend had a book called The Art of Winemaking that came from UC Davis, so she called the university and was on her way to taking classes. She had a science background so she had a head start and took five classes there. Since she had also been to the culinary institute, she was hired as a pastry chef until the winery chemist offered her to work in the lab. Eileen Crane also worked at Gloria Ferrer. Since Spring is coming she moves into drinking rosés, which she brought to the studio for tasting. Eileen explains how rosé is made and how the wine they’re tasting has a soft peach color. Next they taste a Pinot Noir, which is a small part of their production. It is easier to be known for Sparkling wines than for Pinot Noir because there are fewer wineries making it. They taste their Ultra-Brut which is only available at the winery. But their classic brut is available in Santa Rosa at Bottle Barn, as is the rosé tasted earlier. Steve asks Eileen for directions and she says to follow the Carneros Highway east from the town of Sonoma.

Culture Vin
Grand entretien avec Pierre Emmanuel Taittinger

Culture Vin

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2018 78:23


Moments d’échanges privilégiés, les Grands Entretiens de La Cité du Vin sont des « cartes blanches » données à de grandes figures de l’univers du vin. Ces rencontres sont construites à partir d’une conversation où l’invité se prête au dialogue fécond avec une ou plusieurs personnalités. Pour cette nouvelle édition des Grands Entretiens, La Cité du Vin a l'honneur de recevoir Pierre-Emmanuel Taittinger, président du Champagne Taittinger, président de la Mission Coteaux, Maisons et Caves de Champagne – Patrimoine mondial. Né en 1953, Pierre-Emmanuel Taittinger est marié et père de trois enfants. Il est le fils de Jean et Corinne Taittinger et petit-fils de Pierre Taittinger - fondateur de la Maison Taittinger. Diplômé du Centre de Formation aux Affaires (CFA) de l’ESC Reims et du CPA (Centre de Perfectionnement aux Affaires) de Paris, il rejoint le champagne Taittinger comme vendeur en 1976, puis occupe successivement les fonctions de directeur commercial France, directeur général adjoint puis directeur général. Ayant racheté la Maison de Champagne en 2006, avec le soutien du Crédit Agricole du Nord-Est, Pierre-Emmanuel Taittinger s’est entouré d’une équipe de direction jeune et soudée autour d’un esprit de conquête et de continuité. Sa fille Vitalie et son fils Clovis l’accompagnent dans l’aventure. Pierre-Emmanuel Taittinger est également chairman du Domaine Carneros en Californie, domaine créé en 1988 avec les partenaires historiques des Taittinger aux Etats-Unis, la famille Kopf.

Cogill Wine and Film:  A Perfect Pairing
Episode 55: What A Week! Dunkirk, A Ghost Story, Valerian, Napa & Sonoma

Cogill Wine and Film: A Perfect Pairing

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2017 35:09


"Dunkirk" is an elegant, poetic, and harrowing war film agree The Cogill's, but the couple split on the painfully slow, "A Ghost Story," despite the Halloween sheet performance by Casey Affleck and the 9 minute pie eating sequence by Rooney Mara. Both agree on the the profound importance of the animal loving giant pig film "Okja," from South Korea, and film critic, Gary Cogill, says "Valerian" is either one of the worst films of the year or one of the best. Wine expert, Hayley Hamilton, travel to Napa to sing the bubbly praises of "Domaine Carneros" along with delicious bottles from "Cakebread," "Merryvale," and "Pine Ridge." Then it's off to the Sonoma to "Lambert Bridge" where the Bordeaux variety wines shine, sensational Pinot Noir with "Smith Story Wines" and Chardonnay with "Ramey" and "Jordan," ending with and an impressive tasting at "Rams Gate."

The Connected Table Live
Chef Floyd Cardoz, Vintner Eileen Crane

The Connected Table Live

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2017 47:51


Chef Floyd Cardoz has redefined modern Indian cooking in both the USA and India. Owner of Paowalla in New York City and Bombay Canteen in Mumbai, Floyd came to prominence as Executive Chef/Partner at Tabla restaurant. He's author of "Flavorwalla" and "One Spice, Two Spice." Recognized as "America's doyenne of sparking wine," Eileen Crane is CEO/Founding Winemaker at Domaine Carneros in Napa Valley (owned by the Taittinger family). She concentrates on making classically elegant sparkling wines.This show is broadcast live on Wednesday's at 2PM ET on W4CY Radio – (www.w4cy.com) part of Talk 4 Radio (http://www.talk4radio.com/) on the Talk 4 Media Network (http://www.talk4media.com/).

WineGuyMike
This Week on the WineGuyMike™ Radio Show© Champagne and Sparkling Wines, “All You Need To Know”

WineGuyMike

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 30, 2013 7:52


This week WineGuyMike™ writes all about all things bubbly for your New Year Celebration and understanding the differences between Champagne, Sparkling Wine, Cava, Prosecco, and Spumante.  In this post I am also suggesting sparkling wines in a variety of price ranges that offer the consumer value. What is the difference between Champagne and Sparkling wine?  Sparkling wines and champagne are still wines that have been infused with carbonation. True Champagne is made in France will be noted by the capital letter “C”on the label.  Other sparkling wines called Champagne will by designated as “champagne”, notice no capitalization. Three grapes are used in Champagne, Pinot Meunier, Pinot Noir, and Chardonnay.  It’s white because only the juice of the grapes is used.The four methods of Sparkling wine production:1. Carbon Dioxide Injection – soft drinks and inexpensive sparkling wines are produced using this method.  It produces large bubbles that dissipate quickly.2. Charmat Process – wine undergoes a second fermentation in large bulk tanks and is bottled under pressure.  Prosecco and Asti are produced utilizing this method, smaller longer lasting bubbles result from this method.  Many Sparkling wines are made using this method.3. Méthode Champenoise – this process takes place in the bottle and requires hands on attention.  During the second fermentation the carbon dioxide stays in the bottle and this is where the bubbles come from.4. Transfer Method – the cuvee is bottled for the second fermentation which adds complexity.  But the wine is then removed and stored in large tanks after it has spent the appropriate amount of time on yeast.Champagne:The Champagne region of France not only produces some of the finest sparkling wines in the world, but some of the finest wines in the world too.  Typically there are three grapes used in the blend for sparkling wines; Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier.  Different vintages are used to create the blend or better known as the “Cuvee”.Champagne is expensive due to the traditional method of how it is made, Methode Champenoise and techniques known as second fermentation.  This process takes place in the bottle and requires hands on attention.Pink Champagne or sparkling Rose is strained through the Pinot Noir grape skins, truly a delight.  Methode Champenoise is the true French fermentation process.  The wine is fermented twice, once in an oak barrel, and the second time the wine developes carbonation in the bottle while aging a minimum of one year.Blanc de Blancs is true French Champagne, it is produced entirely from the Chardonnay grape.  Blanc de Blancs fermented using the Methode Champenoise process, producing white Champagne.Designations of quality:Prestige cuveeThis Champagne is the highest priced and is available only in small quantities.  It is designated “Prestige” because the grapes come from the best grapes from the highest rated villages, it is made from the first pressing of the grapes, produced only as a vintage, and will have been aged longer than vintage and non-vintage Champagnes.Vintage Champagne                                         Some select years produce an outstanding grape harvest.  The Vintage Champagnes are aged for at least three years.  Here are an example of a few companies who produce these Vintage Champagnes; Veuve Clicquot, Perrier-Jouet, Moet & Chandon, and Taittinger.Remember a Vintage Champagne will be identified by an actual year marked on the label, but expect to pay a premium for this.Non-Vintage ChampagneThe majority of Sparkling wine on the shelf of a store is non-vintage.  These are a blend of wines aged for two years.How to Select your Champagne:■Brut is Dry■Extra Dry is Semidry■Sec is Semisweet■Demi-sec is SweetQuality Champagne Cellars:Ayala, Billecart-Salmon, J. Bollinger, Canard-Duchene, Deutz, Charles Heidsieck, Heid sieck Monopole, Henriot, Krug, Lanson, Lauret Perrier, Mercier, Moet & Chandon, Mumm Perrier-Jouet, Joseph Perrier, Piper Heidsieck, Pol Roger, Pommery, Louis Roederer, Ruinart, Salmon, Taittinger, Veuve ClicquotAll things are not at equal when it comes to sparkling wines and Champagne.  So what makes all of these types of sparkling wines different?  The answer is how they are made, the type of grapes, and the yeasts that are used in fermentation and left behind in the bottle to age with the sparkling wines.There are 2-3 elements of wine that create aroma and flavor.  The first element is the fruit, and the second is the yeast used to ferment the wine.  Fruit and yeast combine during fermentation to produce aroma and flavor or sense of taste.  The third influence upon the wine in your glass may be from an oak influence during the wines aging process.Other sparkling Wine Regions:Loire Valley of France produces Crémant, while the Asti region of Italy produces Asti Spumanti, and Prosecco comes from the Veneto region.  The Catalonia region of Spain produces the world’s most popular sparkling wine, Cava.  Quality sparkling wines made in Italy are made by the Metodo Classico process or what the French refer to as Methode Champenoise.Prosecco is an Italian wine, generally a dry sparkling wine, usually made from grape varietyGlera, which is also known as Prosecco.  The Veneto region of Italy is where Glera/ Prosecco is grown and produced.Prosecco is mainly produced as a sparkling wine in either the fully sparkling (spumante) or lightly sparkling (frizzante, gentile) styles.  Prosecco spumante, which has undergone a full secondary fermentation, is the more expensive style.  The various sparkling wines may contain some Pinot Bianco or Pinot Grigio wine.  Depending on their sweetness, Proseccos are labeled “brut”, “extra dry”, or “dry”, with the brut being the driest.Unlike Champagne, Prosecco does not ferment in the bottle consequently the wine goes off or gets old quickly and should be drunk as young as possible, preferably within one year.Prosecco is Italy’s answer to refreshing, well-made, sparkling wine that is low in alcohol, about 11 to 12 percent by volume.  Created from predominately Prosecco grapes in the northern Veneto region of Italy in the foothills of the Alps.  Prosecco is light, affordable, and fun.  This Sparkling wine is aromatic and crisp, with nuances of yellow apple, citrus, pear, white peach, and apricot.  Today’s Proseccos tend to be  dry and very bubbly and typically will present itself as light, fresh, with an initial intense bouquet/aroma, but simple and straight forward compared to Champagne.Prosecco is made using the Charmat method rather than the Champagne method, the French method of making sparkling wine.  The Charmat method is a second fermentation in pressurized tanks rather than in individual bottles.  The shorter, tank fermentation is preferable for Prosecco because it preserves the freshness and the flavor of the grapes.Asti Spumante is a sweet sparkling wine.  It is produced in the province of Asti and made from the Moscato grape.  Spumante is a fruit forward sparkling wine that is grapy, and has a low alcohol content usually around 8%.  Moscato d’Asti is a sparkling wine that is frizzante in style and for my palette I find these wines to be more refined than the Asti Spumante.Cava originated in the Catalonia region at the in the late 19th century.  Originally the wine was known as Champaña until Spanish producers officially adopted the term “Cava” (cellar) in 1970.  Cava wines are fermented and aged in the bottle in underground cellars.   Today 95% of Spain’s total Cava production is from Catalonia.Cava is produced in different styles ranging from dry to sweet; Brut Nature, Brut (extra dry),Seco (dry), Semiseco (medium) and Dulce (sweet).  Under Spanish Denominación de Origen laws, Cava can be produced in six wine regions and must be made according to the Traditional Method with second fermentation in the bottle.  The grapes used to produce Cava are Macabeo, Parellada, Xarel·lo, Chardonnay, Pinot noir, and Malvasia.  The Chardonnay grape is a late comer to the scene despite being a traditional grape used to produce Champagne.  It was not introduced in the production of Cava until the 1980s.In order for the wines to be called ‘Cava’, they must be made in the traditional Méthode Champenoise.  Wines made via the low-cost Charmat process may only be called ‘Spanish sparkling wine’.   A rosé style of Cava is also produced by adding in small amounts of red wines from Cabernet Sauvignon, Garnacha or Monastrell to the wine.Cava made by the Champagne method, is a very acceptable alternative to French champagne.  Cava is usually made by the Coupage method, whereby must, a.k.a.(grape juice) from different grape varieties is subjected to the first fermentation which is blended until it  is consistent with the wine that the winemaker wants to produce .  After the Coupage, the wine is put into bottles and yeast and sugar added.  It is then cellared for the second fermentation and aging.Crémant is produced in the Loire Valley of France and is the largest producer of sparkling wines outside of the Champagne region.  Crémant has to be aged for at least one year and it is handpicked.  The producers are also limited as to how much can be harvested, this all according to the French A.O.C.There are seven French appellations that carry the Crémant designation in their name:1.Crémant d’Alsace2.Crémant de Bordeaux3.Crémant de Bourgogne4.Crémant de Die5.Crémant du Jura6.Crémant de Limoux7.Crémant de LoireCrémant de Loire’s are a blend of the Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc and Cabernet Franc.  In Burgundy, Crémant de Bourgogne, must be composed of at least thirty percent Pinot noir, Chardonnay, Pinot Blanc or Pinot Gris while Aligoté is often used to complement the blend.  The Languedoc region in the south of France produces Crémant de Limoux.  This Sparkling wine is produced from the indigenous grape Mauzac, with Chenin blanc, and Chardonnay rounding out the wine in small amounts.The Crémant Sparkling Wines are pressurized less than Champagne and therefore have a larger looser bubble as a result.California Sparkling Wines:Sparkling wines from California use a few grape varietals such as Berger and Chenin Blanc to blend with the traditional Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grapes.Producers to look for in California; Hacienda, Domain Lauier, Roederer Estate, Domaine Carneros, Domaine Chandon, Codorniu-Napa, Iron Horse, Jordan, Mumm-Cuvee Napa, and Schramsberg.Remember the name “Champagne” can only be used in Europe on bottles that actually are produced in the Champagne region of France.As a consumer you now are empowered by the information WineGuyMike™ has shared with you in this week’s blog post.  I would like to wish you a happy, healthy, and prosperous New Year.From my table to yours,

WebTalkRadio.net » Nurturing the Nurturers
Nurturing The Nurturers – A Sparkling Life

WebTalkRadio.net » Nurturing the Nurturers

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 9, 2010 29:48


Join Teena and Eileen Crane, C.E.O. and Founding Winemaker of Domaine Carneros, as they discuss how a “nice girl” from suburban New Jersey became one of the top vinterners in Napa Valley California. www.domainecarneros.com … Read more about this episode...

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Open Your Intuitive Eyes
Wines for Valentines Day

Open Your Intuitive Eyes

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2009


Eileen Crane is the CEO and winemaker for the famed sparkling wine estate, Domaine Carneros, in the winegrowing region of Carneros in California. Eileen has spent more than 30 years in the wine industry, forging her way from one of the few women in wine to becoming a leader in an industry that is now blossoming with women. Over the course of those 30 years she has made a total of 28 million bottles of bubbly - making her the most experienced Sparkling Winemaker in the United States. She has been recognized as one of the 75 Most Influential Women in Business by the San Francisco Business Times, and just recently her estate vineyards became one of the first and few Sparkling wine vineyards in the U.S. to be certified organic- something that has always been very important to her.

Open Your Intuitive Eyes
Wines for Valentines Day

Open Your Intuitive Eyes

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2009


Eileen Crane is the CEO and winemaker for the famed sparkling wine estate, Domaine Carneros, in the winegrowing region of Carneros in California. Eileen has spent more than 30 years in the wine industry, forging her way from one of the few women in wine to becoming a leader in an industry that is now blossoming with women. Over the course of those 30 years she has made a total of 28 million bottles of bubbly - making her the most experienced Sparkling Winemaker in the United States. She has been recognized as one of the 75 Most Influential Women in Business by the San Francisco Business Times, and just recently her estate vineyards became one of the first and few Sparkling wine vineyards in the U.S. to be certified organic- something that has always been very important to her.

Winecast, a podcast by Tim Elliott
Carneros Pinot Noir

Winecast, a podcast by Tim Elliott

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2005 8:19


The third and final chapter in my recent tastings in California, this time reviewing the Pinot Noir of the Los Carneros AVA. Show Notes: 00:21 - Welcome and show theme 00:53 - Background and history of the Los Carneros American Viticultural Area 03:32 - Acacia Vineyard, Pinot Noir, Carneros 2003 ($25) 03:55 - Acacia Vineyard, Pinot Noir, Field Blend, 2003 ($50) 04:30 - Acacia Vineyard, Pinot Noir, Beckstoffer Vineyard 2003 ($60) 04:52 - Domaine Carneros, Pinot Noir 2002 ($27) 05:30 - Domaine Carneros, The Famous Gate 2001 ($50) 05:52 - Best of tasting 06:16 - Best value 06:32 - Please vote for Winecast for the Podcast Awards! 06:57 - Contact details and credits 07:18 - Next show theme Feedback: winecast@gmail.com | Audio comments: 206-202-4696 Copyright 2005 Tim Elliott. Licensed to the public under http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.0/