We're keeping things closer to home and sticking to domestic hap's in the wine world this week.
First up... it's harvest time! And the reports from Napa are look'n good. Moderate summer temps have kept viticulturists and vintners happy with easy, early-ish picking. Not only are sugar levels lower (which is a constant struggle in California) but yields are manageable. (In a down economy, there's always bound to be more juice available than consumers demand. This year there might actually be a fairly happy balance on that front!) Check out what some vintners are saying via Decanter's recent article.
Next up... we have some new developments on the highly contested Massachusetts Direct Shipping Laws. Check out this update via Wine Business!
Last, but certainly NOT least.... Here at Pour Favor we work with any wine shop that can supply the fine wines we select for a given wine tasting event. One of our favorites (and actually our first partner in crime) is Ball Square Fine Wines in Somerville. This Saturday, Oct. 17, they are hosting their annual Fall Grand Wine Tasting soiree. This is never an event to miss, but this year in particular you'll want to get in on the fun: they've just expanded their shop! See how far along they are with the renovations at 716 Broadway while tasting 50+ wines. The event will run from 2 - 5pm. Be warned! The early bird gets the worm...
Are you sick of the direct shipping madness in MA? What's your take?