Bees in the Vineyard The fungicides and pesticides typically used in traditional farming are harmful to bees, and this widespread practice is in part why bee populations have declined around the world. In regenerative organic farming, however, the bees and…
Bravium Wiley Vineyard Rose of Pinot Noir 2023 “Pale salmon hued, this wine is vibrant, with aromas of youthful strawberry, raspberry coulis, orange acacia honey and dried herbs on the nose. Flavors of strawberry pie, Bing cherry and candied orange…
Regenerative Farming Before It Was Cool Regenerative organic farming is about building soil and ecosystem health to leave the land, waters, and climate in better shape for future generations. It goes beyond sustainable and organic, and draws from practices Indigenous…
Bravium Wiley Vineyard Rose of Pinot Noir 2023 “A very pleasant and fresh rosé. Notes of watermelon and fresh red fruit on the nose. The palate is medium-bodied, with energetic acidity balanced out with a creamy texture.” — James…
Bravium Wiley Vineyard Blanc De Noirs 2021 “This pretty, layered and wine-y sparkling wine comes from a noted single-vineyard pinot noir site in Mendocino County. Color is a pale rosé, aromas are rich in florals and cherries, while the palate…
Whole Cluster Fermentation Whole-cluster fermentation is the fermentation of intact, whole clusters of grapes. Leaving the grapes uncrushed and on stem during fermentation can be beneficial because the stems contain large amounts of phenolics—tannins, flavanols, and other flavor compounds—which provide…
Bravium Wiley Vineyard Rose of Pinot Noir 2023 “The 2023 Rosé of Pinot Noir Wiley Vineyard is a sweet, sun-kissed Rosé that very much reflects the typical ripeness of Anderson Valley. A supporting wall of super-fresh lime juice acidity meets…
Bravium Russian River Valley Chardonnay 2022 “Lemon curd, mango and papaya flavors are ripe, succulent and juicy on an appealingly creamy frame, with touches of bright lemon juice and gingersnap on the crisp finish.” —MaryAnn Worobiec Read more
Hungarian Oak WHY BRAVIUM USES HUNGARIAN OAK BARRELS About ten years ago, my eyes were opened to Hungarian oak during a blind tasting arranged by iconic barrel broker Mel Knox. I tasted the same Chardonnay and Pinot Noir raised in…
Ingredients Labeling Starting with the 2022 vintage, the back labels of all of my Bravium wines have included ingredient lists. My thinking is that a traditionally produced wine should always contain no more than five ingredients, otherwise it’s more of…
