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NVWR® 98 - R.A. Harrison - Late Harvest Wines

In this episode, we get an inside look at harvesting and producing late harvest wines from a real expert. Roger Harrison of R.A. Harrison Family Cellars discusses the risks, challenges, and rewards involved in producing this very specialized style of wine. Audio: http://napavalleywineradio.com/podcasts/nvwr98.mp3

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In this episode we get a chance to hear about a program called "Napa Green" -- a voluntary environmental program that promotes sustainable agriculture and green winery practices. goosecross.com (see: Education) Audio: http://napavalleywineradio.com/podcasts/nvwr88.mp3

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In this episode, our good friend Sherry Page of Culinary Getaways, speaks with Laddie Hall of Long Meadow Ranch. If you haven't been there before, it's a beautiful place, high up in the Mayacamas Mountains, that takes a holistic approach to farming by producing organic fruits and vegetables, olive oil, grass-fed beef, wine and even fresh eggs. It was a windy day at the ranch, so please bear with us as you hear some rustling along with the birdsong and the hum of the tractor. goosecross.com ...

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In this episode, producer Rudy McClane tells us about his documentary film about Merlot, called Merlove. He reminds us of all the reasons this classic variety has been treasured over the centuries. Get yourself a glass of Goosecross Merlot and enjoy his enthusiastic tales of the many winegrowers he met and the wines he tasted. Cheers! Audio: http://napavalleywineradio.com/podcasts/nvwr97.mp3

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You might be surprised to know that using oak barrels for the sake of oak flavor is a rather recent development in the history of wine. In this episode, Nancy Hawks Miller, our Director of Education, takes a look at the role of oak barrels in wine history and how and why we use them today.Audio: http://napavalleywineradio.com/podcasts/nvwr71.mp3

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Do old vines make better wine? When you see "old vine" on the label, do you assume that the quality will be higheror the flavor more intense? I thought it would be interesting to explore the subject with Winemakers Geoff Gorsuch, Bob Pepi, and Jeff Booth. Enjoy!Audio: http://napavalleywineradio.com/podcasts/nvwr72.mp3

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For those of you considering a visit to Napa Valley in the near future, especially you first-time visitors, get yourself a glass of wine and relax as our tasting room staff offers some great tips on planning, what to expect, and how to get the most out of your visit. Valuable resources: goosecross.com, napavalley.com, Napa Visitor's Center: 707.226.7459Audio: http://napavalleywineradio.com/podcasts/nvwr73.mp3

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With New Year's Eve rapidly approaching, what better time for a crash course in how sparkling wine is made? We looked into the history of Champagne in episode 31, so we know that sparkling wine, like table wine, was discovered by accident. Now, we recommend that you get yourself a glass of bubbly and settle into a comfortable chair as Nancy Hawks Miller, our Director of Education, takes us through the nuts and bolts of capturing those bubbles in the bottle.All of us at Goosecross wish you a ...

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In this episode, Winemakers Geoff Gorsuch, Jeff Booth, and Bob Pepi discuss vineyard practices & their influence on quality. Their discussion includes influence of yields, hillside vs. valley-floor vineyards and deficit irrigation, among other topics.Audio: http://napavalleywineradio.com/podcasts/nvwr77.mp3

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Nancy Hawks Miller, Director of Education for Goosecross Cellars was pleased to have the opportunity to speak with renowned wine historian Charles Sullivan. An updated edition of his wonderful book, Napa Wine: A History, has just been released and he tells us all about it. If you'd like a copy, just call (800) 231-9463 and the publisher will waive shipping charges when you mention this podcast or your Goosecross Wine Club Membership.Audio: http://napavalleywineradio.com/podcasts/nvwr79.mp3

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In this episode, Nancy Hawks Miller, our Director of Education, takes a general look at the Byzantine and delicious world of sweet wines. We'll follow up by breaking it down by category: Port, sherry, Madeira and botrytised wines.Each of these will be released, on a weekly basis, until the series is complete. Complete text is available at goosecross.comAudio: http://napavalleywineradio.com/podcasts/nvwr80.mp3

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In episode 80, Nancy Hawks Miller, our Director of Education, took a broad look at the world of sweet and fortified wines. The episodes that follow, like this one, break it out by category. Today's topic is the deliciously odd world of Madeira. Each of these podcasts regarding sweet wines will be released, on a weekly basis, until the series is complete. Complete text is available at goosecross.com (see: Education)Audio: http://napavalleywineradio.com/podcasts/nvwr83.mp3

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In episode 80, Nancy Hawks Miller, our Director of Education, took a broad look at the world of sweet and fortified wines. Since then, we've covered port, sherry and Madeira. Today we conclude the series by taking a look at the strange world of botrytised wines and ice wines. Complete text is available at goosecross.com (see: Education)Audio: http://napavalleywineradio.com/podcasts/nvwr84.mp3

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If you want to know more about cheese in general, or about pairing cheese with wine, this episode is for you! Nancy had the chance to sit down with Lassa Skinner, the General Manager of Oxbow Cheese in Napa and she offers some great information about trying new cheeses, how to select them and pairing cheese with wine.goosecross.com (see: Education)Audio: http://napavalleywineradio.com/podcasts/nvwr85.mp3

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This episode is for those of you who really love good cheese. Renowned cheesemonger John Raymond presents cheese and terroir, the difference between raw milk and pasteurized cheese, how seasonal changes in diet affects the character of cheese and more! There are some interesting parallels with wine - We hope you find it as fascinating as we do! Audio: http://napavalleywineradio.com/podcasts/nvwr96.mp3

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Enjoy some background on the tradition of toasting each other from Nancy Hawks Miller, our Director of Education, and prepare for a sumptuous New Year's Eve celebration with a very special menu from Colleen Topper, our proprietor and in-house chef.Search for these and other delicious recipes, paired with wine, in Colleen's Kitchen at wineryrecipes.com:* Endive with Creamy Goat Cheese and Smoked Salmon: Goosecross Sauvignon Blanc* Mixed Green Salad with Sherry Vinaigrette: Goosecross Chardon ...

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Happy New Year from all of us at Goosecross and thanks for listening! As we move into the new year David Topper, owner of Goosecross and host of Napa Valley Wine Radio, announces a schedule change for our podcast episode releases that we hope you'll find more convenient. Cheers! Audio: http://napavalleywineradio.com/podcasts/nvwr59.mp3

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Have you heard that every year is the same here in Napa Valley? Sit back and enjoy a glass of wine while Nancy Hawks Miller, our Director of Education, tells you about a seemingly text-book growing season that threw us a curve ball at the end. Audio: http://goosecross.com/podcasts/nvwr95.mp3

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In this episode Nancy Hawks Miller, 25-year veteran of the wine industry and our Director of Education, takes on the top-5 most frequently asked questions in our online feature, "Ask our Educator". Audio: http://napavalleywineradio.com/podcasts/nvwr57.mp3

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Of course, the Renaissance was a time of great creativity in almost every sense and that certainly includes the culinary arts. In this episode our friend, Diane DeFilipi of Let's Go Cook Italian, tells Nancy Hawks Miller, our Director of Education, what was cooking in Italy during this exciting time in their history. Audio: http://goosecross.com/podcasts/nvwr93.mp3

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