Posts Tagged "biodynamic wine"

Hedges Family Estate: Perfect Harmony

Posted on May 15, 2024

Hedges Family Estate.

In the heart of Washington’s Columbia Valley, Hedges Family Estate stands out not only for its exceptional wines but also for its commitment to biodynamic farming. Founded by Tom and Anne-Marie Hedges, this family-owned winery has deep roots in the region and a dedication to sustainable practices that sets it apart.

Can Wine Save the Planet?

Posted on Apr 17, 2024

Can wine save the planet?

Now that we have your attention, let us explain the basis of that question. Inspired by climate change and its effect on farming/agriculture, our good friends Robin and Michael Renken at Crushed Grape Chronicles have decided to focus specifically on wine growers for a special long-term project.

Taking advantage of their background in film and media, Michael and Robin are working on an initiative that will create feature shorts for film festivals including 3 feature films, with an aim to foster an interactive movement.

Maysara Winery: Deeply Connected

Posted on Jun 28, 2023

Last year we had the pleasure of sitting down with Moe Momtazi, founder of the highly respected Momtazi Vineyards and critically acclaimed Maysara Winery in Oregon’s northern Willamette Valley.

Tahmiene Momtazi.

We learned the story of the their humble beginnings and how Moe and his wife Flora’s journey truly defied the odds beyond any winery story we’ve heard to date.

They fled their native Iran on motorcycles during the revolutionary period of the early 1980s seeking political asylum in the United States. As they outran Iranian authorities they initially reached Madrid, Spain; Flora 8 months pregnant with their eldest daughter Tahmiene. That daughter is now the winemaker at Maysara since 2007. A mother herself to two young children, Tahmiene Momtazi’s journey in both wine and parenthood has now come full circle.

Soter Vineyards: Provisions Tasting

Posted on Apr 3, 2019

2014 Mineral Springs Brut Rosé paired with Coho Crudo

There is a trend that we are seeing globally, towards wineries upping their culinary game to create food dishes on site to go with their wines. Of course, why wouldn’t they? Wine is better with food and food is better with wine.