They don't use glue out of fear it could pollute the wine. The oak must have exactly the right amount of moisture. "No more, no less," said workshop manager Antonio Hernandez Jr. "If it's too dry ...

American Oak: An alternative to French oak for making barrels in which to age wine. Marked by strong vanilla, dill and cedar notes, it is used primarily for aging Cabernet, Merlot and Zinfandel, for ...

One of Napa Valley’s most famous wineries just named a new CEO who’s a major player in the California startup world. Silver Oak Cellars announced on Wednesday new CEO Jared Fix, who most recently ...

Admission to the Classic Car Show is free of charge. There will also be live music by Justin Cole from 11am-3pm, a pizza truck, trophies, and prize drawings. For information, or to register your car, ...

The oldest trace of wine was discovered 8,000 BC in northern France in the bottom of a clay pot. Analysis of the residues confirmed the presence of red wine with traces of dry tartaric acid ...

A foudre is a massive wooden vat that impacts and preserves the overall taste of the wine. Making a foudre starts with French oak, a tightly grained wood that adds unique flavoring to the wine.

When it comes to aging wine, the barrel is as important as the timing. When it comes to barrels, oak is the undisputed king. Join Dr. Susan Ebeler, professor of Viticulture and Enology at UC Davis as ...