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What Are You Smelling in your Glass of Al Lago Wine?

August 23, 2020

One of the things we hear quite often from guests visiting the Al Lago Wines’ tasting room is that they can never experience the smells listed on the tasting notes of a wine. They will timidly ask for confirmation that they are smelling cherry, or chocolate, or some other fruity scent. So, what are you smelling in your glass of Al Lago Wine? Let's get started...

Vineyard Happenings to Produce Al Lago Grapes

September 6, 2019

Three occurrences stand out more than others, because they are visually significant milestones to the winemaker. Since we are nearing the end of veraison and coming close to harvest once again, we thought it would be a good time to define and summarize these three points so that, in a way, you can "join" us in our current activities.

Pouring with the Right Stemware at the Right Occasion

March 6, 2018

So, how important is the shape of the glass that you are pouring into? It wasn’t until I took advanced sensory analysis at Cal Poly that I truly understood and appreciated the function of wine glasses. A properly chosen wine glass does not only significantly enhance a tasting experience, it can also mitigate undesirable sensory qualities.

Choosing the Right Wine to Show Off Your Meal!

January 25, 2018

2018 will undoubtedly hold many special occasions for our family and yours. When you celebrate those occasions this year, I'm sure you'll pay careful attention to planning a special meal, so let me help a bit here to get this New Year off to a great start!

Harvest 2017...Another Step in Making Great Al Lago Wines

October 8, 2017

The Al Lago Wines' family is now just a little over the midway point of harvest. 2017 is an exciting year for us! We are pleased to introduce a few, new varietals into our blends this year. More on that in the months ahead.

Ampelography Basics...Worth the Challenge!

August 28, 2017

Ampelography is a challenge to master, but learning the basics could make you the most popular person at your next wine-tasting party. So what is there to know and how do you get started? Let's find out!

Unpacking the Mysterious Elements of Wine-Making: Terroir

August 14, 2017

Let's tackle one of the more mysterious elements of wine-making: terroir.

Establishing and Replanting Vineyards

May 3, 2015

Each new year, the work in the vineyard begins all over again in late winter or early spring while the vines are in their winter dormancy. In our existing vineyard, the vine's canes are carefully pruned in February. In early April, any replanting that needs to occur in the vineyard will occur as well.

What is all the Fuss about Tartrate Crystals?

March 25, 2015

Have you ever pulled a cork on a bottle of wine and seen what looked like broken glass glued to the bottom of the cork? Some people get freaked out about it, but the simple fact is that it's totally harmless. Others think it's sediment, but they would be incorrect as well...

What is Terroir?

February 26, 2015

It is all the natural surrounding elements of the vine that help define the wine. Each sip of Vino al Lago wine enjoyed tells a story of the Santa Rosa Valley, our vineyard, and our winemaker, Guillaume.

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