All posts by Miles Smith
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How Going Solar is Already Helping Balletto Vineyards
Earlier this year, Balletto Vineyards accomplished a goal that was a high priority for the Santa Rosa, California company: It became 100% solar powered. “This...
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Is Education Necessary For Entry-Level Employees?
Some hiring managers prioritize hiring winemaking crewmembers who possess either an extensive background in wine or a formal education in enology or viticulture. But for...
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Washington State Wine Commission Research Grant Program Now Open
The Washington State Wine Commission (WSWC) is soliciting research grant proposals for Fiscal Year 2024 (July 1, 2023 – June 30, 2024). The competitive research...
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Willamette Valley Vineyards Opens New Location in Happy Valley
Willamette Valley Vineyards, a leading Oregon producer of Pinot Noir, opens its new Happy Valley Tasting Room & Restaurant to the public today. The new...
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A Vineyard Fungus That Can Produce Sweet Results
Botrytis — a fungus often referred to as “noble rot” and “bunch rot” — is considered by many growers to be an unwelcome visitor that...
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Cooper Wine Company Announces Completion of New Red Mountain Winery
Cooper Wine Company today announced the completion of the first harvest through its newly-built winery on Red Mountain. The facility is designed for a seamless...
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Duckhorn Co-Founder, Merlot Champion Margaret Duckhorn Remembered
Margaret L. Duckhorn, the co-founder of The Duckhorn Portfolio and a leader in the Napa Valley community, died Saturday. Margaret Duckhorn was an iconic and...
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The Avenues Expansion Created for the Mazza Family
Until 2004, Robert Mazza Inc. consisted solely of Mazza Vineyards, which crossed the 100,000-gallon production milestone in 1995. Though the Pennsylvania winery still remains the...
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How Instagram Live Continues to Score Points for Flat Top Hills
Some winemaking businesses find live broadcasts on Instagram continue to be a viable medium for selling their wines. Flat Top Hills, a brand that falls...
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William Chris Collaborates On Special Release to Benefit World Central Kitchen
William Chris Vineyards Co-Owner and Winemaker Chris Brundrett are excited to announce the Wanderer Series Relief Project III, featuring a new wine benefiting Chef José...
