Overall, 2024 was a very warm growing season that resulted in excellent ripeness and also, surprisingly, excellent acidity. Leading up to the growing season, we had lots of rain in January and February, which filled the soil profile nicely. What does this mean? In...
Since my team and I took over the stewardship of Laurel Glen Vineyard in March 2011, we have released 11 vintages of Laurel Glen Vineyard Estate Cabernet Sauvignon. March 2024 will be the 12th release under the winemaking direction of Randall Watkins. It is time to...
It’s All About Location! Comparing Napa Valley and Sonoma Valley Cabernet Sauvignon When most American wine drinkers think Cabernet Sauvignon, they think Napa Valley. As a former Marketing Director of the Napa Valley Vintners trade association, I can testify to what a...
by: Amy Lieberfarb When properly served, Cabernet has hearty flavors that wine lovers continually seek out. It is America’s favorite red wine, and it is easy to see why. When serving a bolder, more full bodied red wine, keeping a few things in mind can bring out the...
Recently, Laurel Glen Vineyard enjoyed collaborating with RedFin to help provide tips for storing wine for those without a wine cellar at home. Read more below and follow the link for a full set of tips and tricks you can try. “Wine lovers span across the...
Growing in different weather, soil, and water conditions, each vineyard offers a unique flavor influence for the finished product ~ the wine. by: Amy Lieberfarb Cabernet is a full-bodied glass of red often showing dark fruit flavors. In order to appreciate what is in...