Straightforward Winemaking Nestled within the Applegate Valley, Oregon, Troon Vineyards has a very simple motto. Make “Wines for Life” by following these rules: field sort the grapes by the same vineyard by the same crew that tends to them all year-long. hand harvest the grapes and place into half-ton picking boxes feet tread all grapes,whether…
What is the definition of being successful? Is it making more money than you know what to do with? Is it having letters after your name that people aren’t even sure what they mean? Or is it simply being happy? When Mike and I decided to enter the wine business, we knew it wasn’t going…
Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, Happy Kwanzaa or even Happy Festivus to all! Another year has gone by and it really has flown. I hope everyone has a wonderful holiday season. Which ever holiday you celebrate, Dracaena Wines wishes you much happiness and joy. May you be surrounded by your loved ones with lots of laughter. As…
I am not familiar with Virginia wines. I am, however, familiar with the slogan “Virginia is for Lovers,” but after participating in my first (and hopefully not last) #VAWineChat, hosted by Frank Morgan (DrinkWhatYouLike) on November 17th, I think that slogan needs to be changed to “Virginia is for wine lovers.” Or maybe the slogan should…
Cabernet Franc better than its son What makes Cabernet Franc so much better than his son, Cabernet Sauvignon? In one word; “Versatile.” When people say, Cabernet, most people think Sauvignon. They tend to gravitate towards the “King of Reds” rather than think a little outside the box. Cabernet Franc often isn’t even in the mix. But, I’m…
#WinePW Joined in the Celebration When the theme for December’s #WinePW was up for grabs, I had to jump in and suggest Cabernet Franc. Since #CabFrancDay was the weekend prior (December 4th) to the chat, I thought it was perfect timing. The more Cabernet Franc love we can show, the happier I am. It is…
a long, long time ago, before Michael and Lori fell in love with the Central Coast, they walked into Wm. Harrison Winery in Napa Valley. The fair maiden behind the counter told them they had to try this special potion called Cabernet Franc. This was a new varietal for them. They had never heard of this…
#CabFrancDay is finally here! Today’s post is short and sweet. In fact, there is just a video for you to enjoy! The wonderful life of Cabernet Franc, from vine to bottle in Paso Robles, CA. Join us tonight at 8pm EST for the twitter chat. Follow along #CabFrancDay! Follow @dracaenawines on twitter to read facts about…
If you are reading this post, then you know that we produce Cabernet Franc. You may also know that I created #CabFrancDay to celebrate the much underappreciated grape varietal. I am on a mission to give Cabernet Franc the respect it is due. I think it is time that the Father gets some of the…
In case you haven’t heard, December 4th is #CabFrancDay! We will be celebrating all day on Twitter, Google +, Periscope, and Instagram posts with Cabernet Franc facts. Then at 8pm EST, we will have a twitter chat. All you need to do to participate is grab a bottle of Cabernet Franc, sit at your computer…
