Niki Wente is 5^th Generation Winegrower in Livermore Valley and part of a family that made history in the industry. The Wente Clone is just one part of their claim to fame. The fact that the family has operated the winery for so long shows the power of family in wine. I visited Niki at the winery a few weeks ago and learned how her dedication to the Wente team is all about passion. And the family continues to grow.

You can also hear Niki on our Vino Lingo segment defining the term “Bunny Ears”.

Learn more by visiting www.wentevineyards.com

This week on our Vino Lingo Video segment we feature Mike Sullivan, Co-Owner & Winemaker at Benovia Winery, Russian River Valley, Sonoma, defining the term “High Density Vineyards”.  Learn more by visiting www.benoviawinery.com

This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Bob Pruett, Proprietor & Winemaker, Pruett Farms, Livermore Valley, defining the term “Autolysis”. Learn more by visiting www.pruettwine.com

One of the most enjoyable traits of Livermore Valley is the lack of heavy traffic. Wineries are only about fifteen minutes away from each other but each, very individual. 3 Steves Winery is a must see when you visit. Of the original 3 Steves Steve Ziganti is the remaining “Steve” fully involved with the winery. Affordable wines and nice folks…whats not to like?

You can also hear Steve on our Vino Lingo segment defining the term “Cabernet Pfeffer”

Learn more by visiting www.3steveswinery.com

This week on our Vino Lingo segment we feature Justin Seidenfeld, Sr. Vice President of Winemaking & Winegrowing, Rodney Strong Vineyards, Sonoma, defining the term “Leadership”. Learn more by visiting www.rodneystrong.com