I love visiting wineries. Whether they are the established goliaths in the industry or  tiny, boutique wineries, every winery offers a different experience. Numerous variations of wineries include: size, use of sustainable farming techniques, biodynamics, organic, elevation of vineyards, equipment variations, filtering and much more.  This is what makes our work a fun job. Every day we spend visiting a winery is a unique experience. We discover new landscapes and a great opportunity to meet wonderful people in the industry. I enjoy the enthusiasm and the “can do” attitude of winery owners and winemakers. Whether they are dealing with the whims of Mother Nature in the vineyards, Phylloxera or Pierce’s disease, they persist in their desire to produce quality wines. Those involved in the industry are excited about the possibilities of increasing the quality of wine.

The more we learn, the more we know there is to learn. We finally have learned enough to realize that not everyone knows everything there is to know about wine. Even if you do not know anything about wine, one can always start with the first step. My suggestion is to begin by visiting a winery in your local area.

Cheers! Kathy