Red Blotch is present in a few Texas vineyards we’ve worked with. Great concise and still thorough information regarding Grapevine Red Blotch Disease (GRBaV). (Oregon Wine Research Institute Fall 2019 Newsletter)
You should have your TWGGA tickets by now for Irving. BUT if you don’t, get them! Tremendous presenters this year. Apical Texas will be presenting on Saturday @ 10:30am, “99 Problems But A Vine Ain’t One” (shameless plug). (TWGGA)
Texas wines continue winning at major events, like the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition. (Texas Fine Wine)
The always information-rich report from Ciatti Brokerage. They argue that the CA bulk wine inventory is pretty substantial. This will likely apply some pressure on the current FSITO arrangement. (Ciatti Brokerage)
Eater Houston thinks the “Ice House” movement is real and coming on strong. Sounds like they need some great Texas wines on the their menus. (Eater Houston)
Dogs need music, too. One way to feel slightly better about leaving them at home alone? A Spotify playlist. (Reuters)