Category Archives: 2010

A Visit to Bedell Cellars

Posted on July 5, 2011 by Michael Gorton, Jr.

A while back I finally had the opportunity to meet up with Rich Olsen-Harbich, the new winemaker at Bedell Cellars.  I was interested to catch up with Rich, since this was the first time I had a chance to meet … Continue reading →

Posted in 2010, Barrel Tasting, Bedell, Long Island, Looking at the Future Through a Barrel, Winery Visit | 3 Comments

Pindar Vineyards 2010 Sauvignon Blanc

Posted on June 28, 2011 by Michael Gorton, Jr.

It is officially summer on Long Island and that means you will find Sauvignon Blanc or Rose in my glass.  You might see me squeeze in a Cabernet Franc here and or a Chardonnay there, but it all depends on … Continue reading →

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Bedell Cellars 2010 Taste Rosé

Posted on April 12, 2011 by Michael Gorton, Jr.

When Rich Olsen-Harbich arrived at Bedell Cellars, he wanted to make an impact and impression as soon as he could.  He wanted to put his fingerprint on Bedell Cellars wines. After discussions with founding winemaker Kip Bedell and the rest … Continue reading →

Posted in 2010, Bedell, Rose | 4 Comments

Tasting the Future: Shinn Estate Vineyards Shinn-Dig

Posted on March 24, 2011 by Michael Gorton, Jr.

A few weeks ago — OK about a month ago, Shinn Estate Vineyards in Mattituck held their 7th Annual “Shinn-Dig”  This is an opportunity for the Shinn Estate Vineyards extended family — those that support them and buy their wine’s throughout the … Continue reading →

Posted in 2009, 2010, Barrel Tasting, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvigon, Chardonnay, Event, Future Releases, Long Island, Merlot, Rose, Sauvignon Blanc, Shinn Estate Vieyard | 4 Comments

Looking Back at 2010 — A Wine-derful Year.

Posted on January 27, 2011 by Michael Gorton, Jr.

Now that the year is over and we have to write 2011 on our checks — something I can’t get used to — I thought I would take a few minuets and give you some of my highlights of 2010.  This … Continue reading →

Posted in 2010, Long Island | 5 Comments

Harvest at Martha Clara Vineyards

Posted on October 15, 2010 by Michael Gorton, Jr.

The alarm sounded at 4:45 am.  The house was quiet, the dog and the cats were still sleeping.  My son was swaddled snugly in his crib and my wife was sleeping too.  In her mind she must have thought that I … Continue reading →

Posted in 2010, Harvest, Long Island, Martha Clara | 1 Comment