Cellar Palate

Winemakers [just perhaps even some reading this] work so hard at their craft and are so proud of that work, they may not realize that there are flaws [serious or subtle] in their beloved wines.

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Donniella Winchell
The Importance of the Tasting Room Experience

Nearly all of the readers of this e letter knows of the importance of creating memorable 'experiences' for our guests, be it a winery tasting room or destination location. So this article, written by Stephanie Cain in "Forbes" yesterday should just serve as a validation for the importance of doing more than the ordinary in a very tough, competitive environment.

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Donniella Winchell
Tasting Room Tips

While to many of us, wine is a part of our everyday life, it can be a very intimidating beverage to lots of people, especially the huge percentage of those who do not drink wine more than a couple times a year....if at all.

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Donniella Winchell