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THIS IS US – tasting & seminar – Amsterdam

Hilton Hotel, Apollolaan 138, 1077BG Amsterdam

1:00 pm - 6:00 pm

California Wine Weeks 2020

Launch CAPSTONE | California Wines Education Program

Belgium | Virtual

11:00 am - 12:30 pm

Launch CAPSTONE | California Wines Education Program

Netherlands | Virtual

2:30 pm - 4:00 pm

Sunshine & Smiles

Over Californische wijnen

Wist je dat Californië de 4e wijnproducent ter wereld is? We bieden een enorme variëteit aan wijnstijlen, van frisse witte tot volle rode wijn en alles daar tussenin. Onze natuurwonderen en constante zonneschijn tovert een glimlach op je gezicht, en dat delen we via onze wijn. Wij zijn enthousiast om onze wijnen met U te kunnen delen tijdens onze evenementen in Europa. Registreert U hier eenvoudig voor deelname. Tot snel !

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Welcome to Napa Valley! One of California’s smal

Welcome to Napa Valley! One of California’s smallest, yet most prestigious, AVAs, boasting more cult Cabernets than anywhere else in the region. Presented by none other than award-winning wine communicator and writer, Elaine Chukan Brown, aka @hawk_wakawaka.

Explore Napa Valley’s vineyards, grape varieties, wine styles, names to know and the natural factors that shape the region – all in just 5 minutes!

Meanwhile in wine country! 🍇 The winter weather

Meanwhile in wine country! 🍇 The winter weather hasn’t stopped hardy wine lovers from heading to California’s top wineries for some tasting in situ. Here is @maria.lloyd.photography raising a glass, or four, of Cabernet Sauvignon amid the vines at @silveroakcellars in Napa Valley’s prestigious Oakville AVA.

This #WineWednesday entry comes courtesy of Danish

This #WineWednesday entry comes courtesy of Danish wine journalist and reviewer @winewherever, who’s been tasting picture-perfect ‘Highliner’ Pinot from Hitching Post Wines…

“When reading about the Hitching Post, it is inevitable to be presented with their appearance in the cult movie Sideway from 2004 (and here I go too). I think this reference is getting a bit old and worn out as a presentation, this many years after. But to be fair, Gray Hartley and Frank Ostini must be in their late 70’s by now, so it is their legacy too. And the movie did make a huge impact on Pinot Noir production in the US, with both positive and negative as a consequence. What makes Hitching Post still interesting today, besides the repeated reference, is that Santa Ynez Valley, from where they buy their grapes, is a special place to cultivate vines. Here the mountains run east to west, which allows cold air to be funnelled deep into the valley and permeate the vineyards. This condition facilitates large diurnal temperature swings, which is especially desirable for cool climate grape varieties like Pinot Noir. And it is one of the reasons why Hitching Post is able to source quality grape material for a wine in continuous demand.

Immediately open and packed with a rich fragrance of crushed red berry selection, topsoil, and herbs.
The palate is well balanced with a lively medium plus acidity to match the ripe red fruit. The tannins are subtle with a silky texture. There are notes of sour red currant, fresh coffee, vanilla bean and nutmeg.
It is drinking well at this stage and will continue to develop over the next 10 years.
This is a juicy wine with both structure and energy, that keeps up well with the expressive ripeness.
94P”

Available in Denmark 🇩🇰 at @tastingclub

If one of your New Year’s resolutions was to imp

If one of your New Year’s resolutions was to improve your #wineknowledge 🧠 🍷 look no further than the Wine 101 podcast from @vinepair! This week, VinePair tastings director Keith Beavers explores the complex history of American wine, which all began with European settlers…

“From the 1500s to the late 19th century, settlers found fruitful land for growing vines across Mexico, California, and the Southwest. Who were these pioneers of winemaking? And how did California — with regions like Sonoma and Napa — become the nation’s hottest destination for vineyards?”

Search for ‘Wine 101’ wherever you get your Podcasts.

📷: @louismmartiniwinery

This #WineWednesday, we’re bringing the vegan-fr

This #WineWednesday, we’re bringing the vegan-friendly wine in honour of #Veganuary 2022! 🌱Whether you’re participating or not, this is a great weeknight choice from @clinecellars, a family-owned and sustainable winery that is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year.

“Cline Cellars uses no animal-based fining agents in any of our wines at any of our production facilities so they are all vegan friendly.”

Wine to try 🍷 Cline Cellars, Ancient Vines Zinfandel 2016 – Listed in the @winespectator Top 100, this is a lively, supple Zinfandel with classic floral, red fruit and peppery notes. Made from a special dry-farmed vineyard in Contra Coast County, restored by Fred Cline and thriving today, with some vines over 100 years of age!

Available in Europe 🇪🇺 at @californianwines_eu and @8wines.

📷: @clinecellars

Take a dive into Sonoma County, “California’s

Take a dive into Sonoma County, “California’s first fine wine region”, with award-winning wine communicator, Elaine Chukan Brown.

Elaine, aka @hawk_wakawaka, masterfully outlines the many exciting AVAs found in Sonoma, and also highlights the top wines of the region, plus star producers to seek out.

“Seriously, does anyone NOT like Californian Pin

“Seriously, does anyone NOT like Californian Pinot Noir?” 🍷 Repost from Norwegian wine blogger @vinstokker • “Yesterday’s semi-blind tasting involved three entry level wines, all from highly acclaimed producers. Paired with family style roast turkey.

Some reasons to try Pinot from California:

1. Very approachable and delicious.
2. Generally cheaper than Burgundy.
3. Even regional, entry-level wines are usually high quality.

Au Bon Climat Santa Barbara Pinot Noir 2019🇺🇸 320,00kr (~€32)

The best one straight out of the bottle. Very aromatic and perfumed. Lots of vibrant red fruit, floral notes, bright acidity and a structured long finish with nice earthy undertones and hints of oak. Best QPR. 91p.

Anthill Farms Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir 2018🇺🇸 428,00kr (~€42)

A bit closed at first, but got better and better over the course of the night. A bit more concentrated and juicy than the two others, with some dark berry and violet notes. Fresh acidity, mineral midpalate and an earthy finish with notes of leather and clove. Nice fine tannins. Paired best with the meal. Needs some air. 90-91p.

Chanin Sta. Rita Hills Pinot Noir 2019🇺🇸 339,90kr (~€34)

Some barnyard aromas straight out of the bottle, but faded after some time in the glass, and integrated well with the fruit. The most elegant and delicate wine of the three. Fresh red fruit, bright acidity and a firm savory finish with notes of leather and vanilla. Long. Very complex and balanced. 91p.”

It’s the first #WineWednesday of the year! 🥂

It’s the first #WineWednesday of the year! 🥂 AKA an excellent excuse to enjoy a glass of the good stuff. In this case, we’re indulging in a beautiful cool-climate, single-vineyard Chardonnay crafted by @dumolwinery.

Made from Hyde Vineyard, a grand old site considered the “King of Carneros”, according to DuMol winemaker Andy Smith, who asserts that “Hyde is one of the greatest Chardonnay vineyards in California.”

This site is famous for producing dense, complex Chardonnay wines that challenge the notion of whites as solely summer wines. Mineral, saline, with an edge of lemon zest – get ready to encounter the savoury and sophisticated side to California Chardonnay.

Available in Europe:
🇩🇪 @bacchusvinothek @winecom.de
🇨🇭 @vinpark.ch

📷: @dumolwinery

New Year, new goals to conquer and a whole world o

New Year, new goals to conquer and a whole world of new wines to try! 🍾 What are your New Year wine resolutions? Perhaps drinking less but better? Or opting for more environmentally friendly, organic or sustainably made wines?

Throughout 2022 we’ll be bringing you top wine recommendations from the rich, vast and diverse region that is California – a world leader when it comes to sustainable winemaking.

Here’s to a wonderful, wine-filled year ahead!

📷: @donumestate

Best festive wishes to our European wine lovers! H

Best festive wishes to our European wine lovers! Here’s to a Christmas full of happiness, delicious food, and unforgettable wines. Three guesses what we’ll be opening today…

Yes, it’s a beautiful bottle of Napa Cabernet, made by @farnientewinery, an Oakville classic established in 1885. There’s nothing better to pair with a festive feast on a cold Christmas Day.

Nothing says ‘the holiday season is here’ like

Nothing says ‘the holiday season is here’ like the sweet sound of popping corks…🍾 That’s why this #WineWednesday we’re bringing you our top pick of festive California sparkling.

Starting with @domainecarneros, established in 1987 by the famous Champagne house Taittinger in Napa Valley’s coolest subregion, Carneros. Claude Taittinger selected “America's doyenne of Sparkling Wine”, Eileen Crane to lead the new project, focused on blending Champagne winemaking methods and grapes with the unique, ocean-influenced Carneros terroir. Today, both the château building and its glorious sparkling wines have become landmarks of Napa Valley – a bastion of French elegance in California’s most prestigious AVA.

Wine to try 🥂 Domaine Carneros Brut 2016: “Creamy, crisp and luscious, with layered Asian pear, brioche and fresh ginger flavors that build vibrancy on the rich, lingering finish. Drink now” • 93/100 @wine_spectator

Available in Europe 🇪🇺 at @californianwines_eu and @8wines.

📷: @domainecarneros

It’s never too cold for true surfers…Especiall

It’s never too cold for true surfers…Especially when armed with some amazing California wines! 🍷 Repost from Master Sommelier Henrik Thoma, aka @wein.am.limit, who says: “The best thing about surfing is you only need four things: your body, a board, a wave and the best stuff.”

Henrik highlights “New Wave” 🌊 wine producers such as @matthiasson_wine and @gracewine, who are paving the way for a fresher, pared-back California wine style. Find the @wein.am.limit ‘Kalifornien Spezial’ at his link in bio.

Cheers to bold winemaking and even bolder Master Somms! 🏄

“California wine is different than the world thi

“California wine is different than the world thinks,” says Jasmine Hirsch, GM and Winemaker at Sonoma Coast’s much-loved biodynamic estate @hirschvineyards.

In her recent interview with wine journalist Jens Priewe for @weinkenner.de, Jasmine discusses changing California wine styles, her own evolution as a winemaker and what it’s like growing vines on the San Andreas Fault.

“Hirsch Vineyards stands for the new generation of Californian wineries that produce expressive wines with a terroir character.” • Weinkenner

German-speaking wine lovers 🇩🇪 should head to https://www.weinkenner.de/jasmine-hirsch-kalifornischer-wein-ist-anders-als-die-welt-denkt/ for the full interview.

📷: @hirschvineyards

Throwback to the Spotify Wrapped party in Stockhol

Throwback to the Spotify Wrapped party in Stockholm 🎤 celebrating the most memorable listening moments of the year with some equally memorable #CaliforniaWines!

To accompany amazing music from the likes of Daniela Rathana, Myra Granberg and Miriam Bryant, the VIP California Wine Bar featured Napa icon, Robert Mondavi Winery and Sonoma stars, Seghesio and Francis Ford Coppola Winery. Plus, Wente, Bonterra, Leaping Horse and Hahn Wines from other leading regions across California.

Cheers to great music and wine! 🎶 🍾

Can you name California’s 10 most iconic red win

Can you name California’s 10 most iconic red wines? 🍷 @falstaff.magazin has published its hotlist, selected by wine editor-in-chief, Peter Moser.

“The state on the Pacific Coast has established itself as a wine El Dorado in the USA, and the Napa Valley stands for cult Cabernet Sauvignons,” says Moser.

“In the past 50 years, the winegrowing region has achieved a place among the world's best with enormous diligence and effort and nowhere is the density of top wineries greater than in the Mecca of California viticulture, the Napa Valley.”

Head to falstaff.de/nd/10-rotwein-ikonen-aus-kalifornien for the full article.

📷: @overallocated

Serving you a phenomenal California wine lineup fo

Serving you a phenomenal California wine lineup for #WineWednesday! Which one would you choose…? 🍷

These hardworking sommelier students are taking their learning to the next level (literally) at a Capstone California Level 2 tasting session. Organised the @vinakademiet sommelier school in Denmark, this session was hosted by wine writer @renelangdahl, one of our official Capstone California educators.

If you’d like to get involved with Capstone California online, tap our link in bio to start your journey.

Golden hour with wines from the Golden State! ✨

Golden hour with wines from the Golden State! ✨ This glowing selection comes today’s live tasting with @vinkompassen, featuring a killer lineup of Californian wines.

Highlights include cool and contemporary producers like @birichino_official, making fresh wines from old vines. As well as historic estates such as @buenavistawines in Sonoma, dating back to 1852 when it was founded by Hungarian nobleman, Agoston Haraszthy.

Swedish wine lovers! 🇸🇪 Head over to @vinkompassen on Facebook for the full recording of The Golden State: KALIFORNIEN.

📷: @vinkompassen

“…and the wine is bottled poetry…” 🍷 • This famous quote welcomes all those who enter the beautiful appellation of Napa Valley, but do you know who said it?

It was written by the great poet Robert Louis Stevenson in his account of a visit to Napa Valley, all the way back in 1880!

The poet’s travels took him to Schramsberg Vineyards, where he tasted no less than 15 wines with the proprietor. You can still visit the illustrious @schramsberg estate today, and sample their exquisite traditional method sparkling wines.

📷: @napavintners

Get your hygge on this weekend with a rich and sub

Get your hygge on this weekend with a rich and subtly spicy California Chardonnay, charcuterie boards and stuffed pumpkins! 🍁 🥂

Golden in colour, @robertmondavi Private Selection Chardonnay is dry and refreshing with fresh tropical fruit notes, plus decadent nutty, toasty, and spicy layers from oak aging.

In essence, it’s the perfect fall wine for pairing with seasonal spreads of cheeses and cured meats, plus heartier dishes like spiced stuffed pumpkins.

This sensational food and wine pairing comes courtesy of @howimetmyoutfit. 💫

We’re still California dreaming after last night

We’re still California dreaming after last night’s masterclass: ’The Taste of Sonoma’s Coastal Mountains’! 🌊 Presented from afar by award-winning US wine communicator, Elaine Chukan Brown, at the @asisomms_ ‘Best Sommeliers of Europe and Africa 2021’ awards in Cyprus.

And no California wine presentation would be complete without an all-star line up of wines to taste! 🍷 This top flight included incredible coastal cuvées from @littorai, @peay_vineyards, @hirschvineyards and @flowerswinery.

“It was an honor to present to you the West Sonoma Coast and discuss the growing conditions and characteristics of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from the region,” said Elaine.

“I am grateful to be included and most especially congratulate each of you on being there in Cyprus and wish each of you luck in your competitions!”

We couldn’t have said it better ourselves. Here’s to these talented sommeliers, and the stunning wines of West Sonoma Coast! 🥂

📷: @hawk_wakawaka • @henrik_dj • @organize_com