As one explores the world of wines, interesting connections are made between winemakers and owners. These experiences show how small our universe can be. On a tour to El Dorado County I discovered that someone I had known through real estate is now an integral part of the El Dorado wine scene. Carey Skinner with
Illuminare Wines: Shedding the light on red wine
Ever since discovering the wines of El Dorado County, I have been drawn to the region. One winery that came up on my radar after a media tour in 2013 is Illuminare Winery. What struck me about Illuminare’s wines were their rich balance, elegance and consistency. There is an opulent quality to every varietal and
Narrow Gate Vineyards: Defining wines through a biodynamic footprint
In this day and age many wineries choose to utilize green practices in both the winery and vineyard. Biodynamic is an old principle but is a newer philosophy of farming for many wineries. As Down To Earth Month slowly comes to a close there is another Wine Institute member that is Demeter Certified Biodynamic that
Narrow Gate Vineyards Testimonial
Wow Cori – thank you! That is probably not only the best article ever written about us but the most “well-written”. You were able to relay so much understanding of the biodynamic process as well as a personal look inside us and Narrow Gate. It means so much to us, especially as we approach our
Boeger Winery: Pioneering the rebirth of wine in El Dorado County
The Sierra Foothills presents itself as a sleepy wine community but therein lies some fabulous wineries creating many marvelous wines. One is Boeger, a winery that is one of the pioneers in El Dorado County. Established in 1973, owner Greg Boeger aspired to bring a diversity of styles and varietals to this area just northeast
