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Vineyard Air Force

Who said sustainability isn’t exciting? When we need to protect our Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grapes before harvest, we enlist a squadron of 200 m.p.h. raptors to swoop in and help.

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Hosting a Successful Wine Tasting Party: The Basics

Party planning can be a daunting task. There’s the food, the music, the décor… and then what if there is a lull or your guests aren’t mingling like you had...
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Our Winemaker Shares Her Viticulture Journey

Ever wonder about the path it takes to become a winemaker? La Crema Winemaker Elizabeth Grant-Douglas shares her own journey. From her first exposure to the winemaking process to her...
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Véraison: Winemaking in full color

It’s a magical time in the vineyards and harbinger of harvest. Our winemaker, Elizabeth Grant-Douglas shares what makes the onset of véraison special to her.
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Willamette Valley: A hot frontier for cool-climate wines

Hitch the wagon, we’re heading north! A relatively cool climate, short growing season, ample water and a new land rush, have all eyes on the Willamette Valley as a new...
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Navigating a wine list: Choose your own adventure

Wine lists can be as daunting as those interactive stories where a misstep on an adventure could lead your character into uncharted waters, or worse yet, demise. Let’s be honest:...
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California Cool: Touring the Terroir

Wine lovers agree – Sonoma and Monterey produce superstar Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. In this post, we’ll explore each region in more depth to understand nuances that tease the unique...
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What is the right wine serving temperature?

To best showcase the wines you love, it’s important to serve them at the right temperature. With just a few adjustments, you can bring out the best in your favorite...
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Six Tips for Storing Wine

Most wines are made to be enjoyed within a few years of bottling. But that doesn’t mean you should ignore proper storage methods. Whether you plan to store wine for...
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Our commitment to sustainability

At La Crema Winery, we realize great wine doesn’t have to come at the expense of the environment. Here are a few of the efforts we are making every day...
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La Crema’s Guide to Wine Tasting Parties

Though it feels like Spring in wine country, we know our friends in other areas are still experiencing winter chill. We’re in a quiet period of sorts, after the Holidays...
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