Certain grape varieties, like Cabernet Sauvignon and Nebbiolo, naturally contain higher tannins, while Pinot Noir and Gamay have lower levels. Pinot Noir and Gamay, for example, are low in tannins—that’s because those grapes have thinner skins and fewer tannin-rich compounds—while Cabernet Sauvignon and Petit Verdot are high.
If we haven't already, we're about to hit the midpoint of the 2026 harvest. The story of the vintage is becoming clearer: yields on some grapes are down dramatically and ripening faster than usual, while the grapes that are seeing more normal yields are following a...
September 16, 2026 (Carlsbad, CA) — La Costa Wine Co. will host its annual Grand Tasting Weekend on Saturday, October 10 and Sunday, October 11, 2026, a two-day celebration of [...]
A Temperance Hill Vineyard Chardonnay and a Carter Vineyard Pinot Noir earn perfect scores, showcasing the AVA’s ability to produce world-class fruit across two signature varietals September 16, 2026 (Eola-Amity [...]
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