Loire Sauvignon blanc

For a change from New Zealand Sauvignon blanc, try one from the Loire.
La Demoiselle de Bourgeois Pouilly Fume
Color: Light yellow
Aroma: Pear
Flavor: Tart, lemony
Mouthfeel: Well balanced, crisp and slightly acidic

Test Vineyard on Virgin Land

Last year, my husband cleared some land and trenched it for tiling. He did the clearing so late in the year that he wasn't able to finish the tiling and this is the result after a winter of unbelievable amounts of snow and a spring that has been incredibly windy and rainy so far. Needless to say, the test vines haven't been put into the test vineyard, the good thing is that they haven't been ordered yet. However, at this rate, the vines will probably end up in the ground next spring, 2012.

Article on Closures

Practical Winery and Vineyard recently had an article on different closures that have always been a topic of discussion on our forums.
Factors Affecting Wine Closure Selection
Will this article put a closure on closures?

Post to Classmates

Hi All,
If you would like me to post any question to our classmates on this blog, please don't hesitate to send me an email and I can post your question. I've also found out that I can add people to the list of people who can directly edit the blog. If you would like me to add your name to the list (at the moment, the list consist of only me!), then let me know.
I started this blog as an "easy" way for all of us to stay connected, share problems, experiences and learn together.
I've also been adding some "me-centric" blog posts just to keep things a little interesting, hopefully.
Cheers (with a glass of good wine)!
Gayle