Category Archives: Barrel Tasting

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

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 at the Future Through A Barrel: Pindar Vineyards

Posted on April 20, 2010 by Michael Gorton, Jr.

Recently I met with Les Howard, wine maker at Pindar vineyards in Peconic, NY.  I have tried to get out and visit with him for a while and catch up with him and see what has happened in the vineyard and in the cellar for the 2009 vintage. I … Continue reading →

Posted in Barrel Tasting, Long Island, Looking at the Future Through a Barrel, Pindar, Winery Visit | 1 Comment