The early and persistent rains have slowed harvest down, but not after a feverish push to bring in all the grapes that were ready for the crusher. Chardonnay is safely in barrel! The Merlot on the estate is still hanging out and the Petit Verdot will be a while in coming around to ripeness, but …
The Summit to Sea Wineries, which include Burrell School, Hunter Hill. Loma Prieta, Poetic Cellars and Vine Hill Winery, are all celebrating the food-friendliness of Rhone wines with a “Roamin’ the Rhones” event, Saturday and Sunday, August 21 and 22nd during normal tasting room hours. Taste a signature Rhone wine at each winery paired with …