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“organic wine” Category

Natural Pest Control in vineyards

January 15, 2010

Last week I visited Vista D'oro Farm and had a tour of their vineyards, walnut grove and orchards with Patrick Murphy. I was pleasantly surprised- they are... MORE


In Vino Veritas: A film by Geoffrey Finch

September 10, 2009

Geoffrey Finch born in Victoria, B.C now lives full time in Paris, France. He currently teaches biodynamic agriculture and its influence on the future of wine... MORE


An open letter from Sommelier to Chef

August 4, 2009

Dear Chef, Thank you for your dedication to our restaurant. For years, you have been scouring the earth for the best possible ingredients. You cultivate relationships... MORE


Why industrial winemakers prefer herbicides to work- it’s all in the name of “efficiency”

March 26, 2009

It is far easier to spray herbicides in the vineyards than farm by hand. We work with people who believe in making the best possible wines- they farm naturally... MORE


Organic wine myths- Why many of the world’s best wines don’t rep for “green.”

December 23, 2008

Craig Camp was recently lamenting the state of manipulated, industrial wines in North America. He was surprised to find this wine at Whole Foods, but... MORE


The Greening of Wine and the future of sustainability

December 19, 2008

Remy Charest's interesting post about Bordeaux, carbon and biodynamics is aptly titled, "It's not easy being green." In an time of growing eco-awareness,... MORE