COVER
PHOTO - May,
2009
Hospice du Rhône seminar setting - get ready for the Rhones ...
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QUOTABLE -
On dealing with newer voracious strains of yeast that transform sugar into alcohol: "These are Schwarzenegger kinds of yeasts. They would ferment a building
if given a chance. I pick ripe and water back. I shoot for between 14.2 and 14.5. But I've had wines that were above 14.8 and they were balanced." Bruno D'Alfonso, winemaker, Sta. Rita Hills.
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UPCOMING
WINE EVENTS -
17th Annual Hospice du Rhône, Paso Robles - 3 Days of events!
April 30th - May 2nd, 2009
 HdR is an exceptional three-day event that is globally regarded as the single most essential and enjoyable gathering of international Rhône wine producers and enthusiasts. Attendees expand their knowledge of the 22 Rhône varieties, while rubbing elbows with the winemakers whose passion spurs the inspiration and energy that sets the tone for every seminar, meal, and tasting.
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