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Sharing Our Obsession with the World

Follow our journey as we explore Pinot Noir from California and Burgundy, examining where they intersect and diverge, in hopes to learn from each.

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What a wonderful and exciting conversation with our panelists and audience at our PinotTalks seminar!
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Our hope...

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Nov 9

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What a wonderful and exciting conversation with our panelists and audience at our PinotTalks seminar! . Our hope is that after each event, the audience will walk away from this experience enlightened, perhaps surprised, and enthusiastic about continuing the dialogue of California Pinot Noir among the industry at large. . . . #wineseminar #seminar #wine #blindtasting #pinotnoir #pinot #redwine #somm #sommelier #sommeliers #ms #education #mastersommelier #mastersomm #mw #masterofwine #california #burgundy #californiapinotnoir #burgundywine #winemaking #winemaker

Harvest is in full swing in California. Most wineries pick Pinot Noir at night for better complexity of aromatics and ...

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Harvest is in full swing in California. Most wineries pick Pinot Noir at night for better complexity of aromatics and control for the start of the fermentation and less oxidation of the fruit. . 📷 : @bonafideproductions . . . #wineseminar #seminar #wine #blindtasting #pinotnoir #pinot #redwine #somm #sommelier #sommeliers #ms #education #mastersommelier #mastersomm #mw #masterofwine #california #burgundy #californiapinotnoir #burgundywine #winemaking #winemaker #harvest

#TopPinotRegions - The Sta. Rita Hills AVA is located on California’s Central Coast in Santa Barbara County. The ...

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#TopPinotRegions - The Sta. Rita Hills AVA is located on California’s Central Coast in Santa Barbara County. The Pacific Ocean’s marine layer and afternoon ocean breezes traverse the coastal valley corridors between the Purisima Hills and the Santa Rosa Hills, creating the perfect environment for growing cool-climate Pinot Noir. The flavors and complexity of Sta. Rita Hills wines come from a combination of East-West coastal valleys, cool weather, fog, wind, and soils that limit vine vigor and crop yield. . What are some of your favorite vineyards from this region? . 📸: @jasoncandrew . . . #TopPinotSites #pinottalks wineseminar #seminar #wine #blindtasting #pinotnoir #pinot #redwine #somm #sommelier #sommeliers #ms #education #mastersommelier #mastersomm #mw #masterofwine #california #burgundy #californiapinotnoir #burgundywine #winemaking #winemaker #staritahills

When blind tasting, which aromatic differences allow you to distinguish Pinot Noir from California vs. Burgundy?
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When blind tasting, which aromatic differences allow you to distinguish Pinot Noir from California vs. Burgundy? . 📸: @shauntedittmar . . . #wineseminar #seminar #wine #blindtasting #pinotnoir #pinot #redwine #somm #sommelier #sommeliers #ms #education #mastersommelier #mastersomm #mw #masterofwine #california #burgundy #californiapinotnoir #burgundywine #winemaking #winemaker

Have you ever wanted to work a harvest?
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For over 25 years, Kosta Browne Winery has been on a quest to craft ...

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Have you ever wanted to work a harvest? . For over 25 years, Kosta Browne Winery has been on a quest to craft some of the finest Pinot Noir and Chardonnay wines and has had the honor of sourcing fruit from highly acclaimed vineyards in California. . Their production team is looking for individuals who are truly passionate about the wine industry and whose selfless work and dedication will be devoted to producing incredibly compelling wines for this upcoming 2022 harvest. Send us a DM for the link to apply! . 📸: @bonafideproductions . . #wineseminar #seminar #wine #blindtasting #pinotnoir #pinot #redwine #somm #sommelier #sommeliers #ms #education #mastersommelier #mastersomm #mw #masterofwine #california #burgundy #californiapinotnoir #burgundywine #winemaking #winemaker #harvest

Who is headed to the fantastic Food & Wine Classic Classic in Aspen this weekend? Comment below with a 🍷!
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Who is headed to the fantastic Food & Wine Classic Classic in Aspen this weekend? Comment below with a 🍷! . . . #wineseminar #seminar #wine #blindtasting #pinotnoir #pinot #redwine #somm #sommelier #sommeliers #ms #education #mastersommelier #mastersomm #mw #masterofwine #california #burgundy #californiapinotnoir #burgundywine #winemaking #winemaker #aspen #colorado #foodandwineclassic

It feels great to back!
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First event of the year at @healdsburgwineandfood.
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May 21

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It feels great to back! . First event of the year at @healdsburgwineandfood. . . . #wineseminar #seminar #wine #blindtasting #pinotnoir #pinot #redwine #somm #sommelier #sommeliers #education #california #burgundy #californiapinotnoir #burgundywine #winemaking #winemaker #healdsburg #sonoma

Eight miles from the Pacific Ocean, at an elevation just above the coastal fog, lies one of the premier Pinot Noir ...

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Eight miles from the Pacific Ocean, at an elevation just above the coastal fog, lies one of the premier Pinot Noir vineyards in Russian River Valley - Treehouse Vineyard. . Previously, this land was used for grazing cattle, which meant there was no need for a source of water. To this day, water must be carted up to the vineyard to hydrate the vines. . Bounded by cypress trees and majestic redwoods, this 14- acre site is a natural masterpiece shaped by sun-kissed days and unique iron-rich soils that create a Pinot Noir with profound depth and complexity. . What are some of your favorite Russian River Pinot Noir vineyards? . 📸: @rachidphoto . #TopPinotSites #pinottalks wineseminar #seminar #wine #blindtasting #pinotnoir #pinot #redwine #somm #sommelier #sommeliers #ms #education #mastersommelier #mastersomm #mw #masterofwine #california #burgundy #californiapinotnoir #burgundywine #winemaking #winemaker #russianrivervalley

Have you attended a @Pinottalks event? If so, what was your biggest surprise? If not, what's a wine that's ...

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Apr 29

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Have you attended a @Pinottalks event? If so, what was your biggest surprise? If not, what's a wine that's recently surprised you? . 🎥: @lanepower . . . #pinottalks #wineseminar #seminar #wine #blindtasting #pinotnoir #pinot #redwine #somm #sommelier #sommeliers #ms #education #mastersommelier #mastersomm #mw #masterofwine #california #burgundy #californiapinotnoir #burgundywine #winemaking #winemaker

It has been over a year since our last #PinotTalks, and we could not be more excited to return for the first ...

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It has been over a year since our last #PinotTalks, and we could not be more excited to return for the first @healdsburgwineandfood Event next month! Check back for more details in the coming weeks as we announce the esteemed panelists leading the conversation. . See our #linkinbio to learn more and to purchase tickets. . 📸: @shauntedittmar . . . #pinottalks wineseminar #seminar #wine #blindtasting #pinotnoir #pinot #redwine #somm #sommelier #sommeliers #ms #education #mastersommelier #mastersomm #mw #masterofwine #california #burgundy #californiapinotnoir #burgundywine #winemaking #winemaker #healdsburg #sonoma #events

It's that time of the year again - bud break! In early spring, tiny buds on the vine begin to wake up and swell. ...

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It's that time of the year again - bud break! In early spring, tiny buds on the vine begin to wake up and swell. You first see the appearance of green leaves through the bud scale. Growth is slow at first; however, growth and shoot elongation accelerate as the temperature rises. . 📸: @rachidphoto . . . #pinottalks wineseminar #seminar #wine #blindtasting #pinotnoir #pinot #redwine #somm #sommelier #sommeliers #ms #education #mastersommelier #mastersomm #mw #masterofwine #california #burgundy #californiapinotnoir #burgundywine #winemaking #winemaker #budbreak

We are so ecstatic that @worldofpinot is happening this weekend!
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What producers are you excited to connect ...

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We are so ecstatic that @worldofpinot is happening this weekend! . What producers are you excited to connect with? . 📷: @worldofpinot . . . #pinottalks wineseminar #seminar #wine #blindtasting #pinotnoir #pinot #redwine #somm #sommelier #sommeliers #ms #education #mastersommelier #mastersomm #mw #masterofwine #california #burgundy #californiapinotnoir #burgundywine #winemaking #winemaker #worldofpinotnoir

Another premier Pinot Vineyard in California is the Cerise Vineyard, located in Anderson Valley. This vineyard is on a ...

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Another premier Pinot Vineyard in California is the Cerise Vineyard, located in Anderson Valley. This vineyard is on a beautiful hillside situated between 800 - 1,100ft elevation on a very steep and rocky south-facing slope in the northeast range of mountains above the town of Boonville. Its elevation and exposure place it directly in the fog layer, resulting in significant diurnal swings making for complex and well-structured wines. #TopPinotSites . 📸: @rachidphoto . . . #pinottalks wineseminar #seminar #wine #blindtasting #pinotnoir #pinot #redwine #somm #sommelier #sommeliers #ms #education #mastersommelier #mastersomm #mw #masterofwine #california #burgundy #californiapinotnoir #burgundywine #winemaking #winemaker #andersonvalley

What do you think plays the more essential role in producing great Pinot Noir?
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A. Growing Practices
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What do you think plays the more essential role in producing great Pinot Noir? . A. Growing Practices B. Winemaking Practices C. Climate and Weather . . #pinottalks wineseminar #seminar #wine #blindtasting #pinotnoir #pinot #redwine #somm #sommelier #sommeliers #ms #education #mastersommelier #mastersomm #mw #masterofwine #california #burgundy #californiapinotnoir #burgundywine #winemaking #winemaker

The Sonoma Coast can be considered one of Sonoma County's most enigmatic wine regions. From the wild, windswept ...

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The Sonoma Coast can be considered one of Sonoma County's most enigmatic wine regions. From the wild, windswept northern coast to the gently rolling hills of the southern dairyland spanning over the county, wines from this captivating appellation have beautiful structure, depth, and poise. What are some of your favorite Pinot Noirs produced from this region? . 📸: @troyce.hoffman . . . #wineseminar #seminar #wine #blindtasting #pinotnoirlovers #pinot #redwine #somm #sommelier #sommeliers #ms #education #mastersommelier #mastersomm #mw #masterofwine #california #burgundy #californiapinotnoir #winemaking #winemaker #vines #vine #vineyard #vineyardandvines #sonomacoast

Cellarman corkscrews come in various styles and types and would be commonly referred to according to the number of ...

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Cellarman corkscrews come in various styles and types and would be commonly referred to according to the number of fingers that could comfortably be used to get a good grip. For example, this specific example is a four-finger corkscrew. The design is simple and relies on pure force to open the bottle. Some will have a little leather on the handle to add some extra grip. #toolsofthetrade . llustration: @robinkingart . . . #wineseminar #seminar #wine #blindtasting #pinotnoir #pinot #redwine #somm #sommelier #sommeliers #ms #education #mastersommelier #mastersomm #mw #masterofwine #california #burgundy #californiapinotnoir #burgundywine #winemaking #winemaker #winekey #wineopener

2021 may have been a quiet year for #PinotTalks, but we look forward to what the year 2022 may bring!
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2021 may have been a quiet year for #PinotTalks, but we look forward to what the year 2022 may bring! . 📸: @jasoncandrew . .#wineseminar #seminar #wine #blindtasting #pinotnoir #pinot #redwine #somm #sommelier #sommeliers #ms #education #mastersommelier #mastersomm #mw #masterofwine #california #burgundy #californiapinotnoir #burgundywine #winemaking #winemaker #ca #california #winewriter #pinottalks #event

When pouring the perfect glass of wine, the temperature is essential. Wine served too warm or too cold can mask delicate...

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When pouring the perfect glass of wine, the temperature is essential. Wine served too warm or too cold can mask delicate flavor profiles. Pinot Noir has vibrant, elegant aromas and flavors that are best highlighted when served at 54-60 degrees Fahrenheit. . 📸: @jasoncandrew . . . #wineseminar #seminar #wine #blindtasting #pinotnoir #pinot #redwine #somm #sommelier #sommeliers #ms #education #mastersommelier #mastersomm #mw #masterofwine #california #burgundy #californiapinotnoir #burgundywine #winemaking #winemaker #winetasting #california #caliwine #fall

A Burgundian icon and capital of Bourgogne’s wine trade - The city of Beaune.

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A Burgundian icon and capital of Bourgogne’s wine trade - The city of Beaune. 📸: @_albin_ #wineseminar #seminar #wine #blindtasting #pinotnoirlovers #pinot #redwine #somm #sommelier #sommeliers #ms #education #mastersommelier #mastersomm #mw #masterofwine #california #burgundy #californiapinotnoir #winemaking #beaune #france

Who else agrees that Pinot Noir is the ultimate fall wine? 🙋🙋‍♀️
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Who else agrees that Pinot Noir is the ultimate fall wine? 🙋🙋‍♀️ . 📸: @jasoncandrew . #wineseminar #seminar #wine #blindtasting #pinotnoir #pinot #redwine #somm #sommelier #sommeliers #ms #education #mastersommelier #mastersomm #mw #masterofwine #california #burgundy #californiapinotnoir #burgundywine #winemaking #winemaker #winetasting #california #caliwine #fall

Over the weekend, Wine Spectator held its 40th anniversary for the New York Wine Experience to celebrate some of the ...

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Over the weekend, Wine Spectator held its 40th anniversary for the New York Wine Experience to celebrate some of the highest-scoring wines. . Congratulations to all our fellow Pinot producers! . . . #wineseminar #seminar #wine #blindtasting #pinotnoir #pinot #redwine #somm #sommelier #sommeliers #ms #education #mastersommelier #mastersomm #mw #masterofwine #california #burgundy #californiapinotnoir #burgundywine #winemaking #winemaker #winetasting #california #caliwine #pinotnoir #pinotnoirlover

One of the premier vineyards in Sonoma, California - Gap’s Crown. With an elevation of 300 to 800 feet, this extremely...

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One of the premier vineyards in Sonoma, California - Gap’s Crown. With an elevation of 300 to 800 feet, this extremely rocky, well-drained site consistently produces powerful, concentrated Pinot noir. #TopPinotSites . 📷: @rachidphoto . . . #wineseminar #seminar #wine #blindtasting #pinotnoirlovers #pinot #redwine #somm #sommelier #sommeliers #ms #education #mastersommelier #mastersomm #mw #masterofwine #california #burgundy #californiapinotnoir #winemaking #winemaker #harvest #vines #vine #vineyard #harvest #harvest2021 #2021 #vineyardandvines

During our #PinotTalks in San Francisco of 2019, the top sommeliers blind tasted 12 top Pinot Noir producers from ...

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During our #PinotTalks in San Francisco of 2019, the top sommeliers blind tasted 12 top Pinot Noir producers from California and Burgundy. . What are some of your key indicators a red wine is from Burgundy when blind tasting? . . . #wineseminar #seminar #wine #blindtasting #pinotnoir #pinot #redwine #somm #sommelier #sommeliers #ms #education #mastersommelier #mastersomm #mw #masterofwine #california #burgundy #californiapinotnoir #burgundywine #winemaking #winemaker #winetasting #california #caliwine #sf #sanfrancisco #thebatterysf

Gevrey-Chambertin is one of the wine villages of the Côte de Nuits which lies along the foot of the Côte-d'Or ...

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Gevrey-Chambertin is one of the wine villages of the Côte de Nuits which lies along the foot of the Côte-d'Or escarpment in Burgundy, France and is home to 26 Premiers Crus Climats. Only Pinot Noir is produced here, and the wines are widely regarded as Burgundy's most full-bodied and structured with impressive longevity. . 📸: @vindebourgogne . . #wineseminar #seminar #wine #blindtasting #pinotnoirlovers #pinot #redwine #somm #sommelier #sommeliers #ms #education #mastersommelier #mastersomm #mw #masterofwine #california #burgundy #californiapinotnoir #winemaking #winemaker #harvest #vines #vine #vineyard #harvest #harvest2021 #2021 #vineyardandvines #GevreyChambertin

#Toolsofthetrade Originally designed and patented shortly after WW1, this design is known as a Zig-zag corkscrew, French...

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#Toolsofthetrade Originally designed and patented shortly after WW1, this design is known as a Zig-zag corkscrew, French Lazy Tongs corkscrew, or Compound Lever corkscrew. . This device uses a variety of levers to lessen the force required to pull the cork out of a bottle. . Illustration: @robinkingart . . . #wineseminar #seminar #wine #blindtasting #pinotnoir #pinot #redwine #somm #sommelier #sommeliers #ms #education #mastersommelier #mastersomm #mw #masterofwine #california #burgundy #californiapinotnoir #burgundywine #winemaking #winemaker #winekey #cork #corks

One of the more critical steps of a grapevine's annual lifecycle is the onset of ripening when the grapes change ...

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One of the more critical steps of a grapevine's annual lifecycle is the onset of ripening when the grapes change color from green to red and begin to sweeten. This process is known as veraison and begins late in July. . Last month, photographer @rachidphoto captured some beautiful images of this annual cycle from the Russian River's historic vineyard, Giusti Ranch. . . . #wineseminar #seminar #wine #blindtasting #pinotnoirlovers #pinot #redwine #somm #sommelier #sommeliers #ms #education #mastersommelier #mastersomm #mw #masterofwine #california #burgundy #californiapinotnoir #winemaking #winemaker #harvest #vines #vine #vineyard #harvest #harvest2021 #2021 #vineyardandvines

During our past #PinotTalks seminars, we explored Pinot Noir from California and Burgundy blind amongst a group of ...

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During our past #PinotTalks seminars, we explored Pinot Noir from California and Burgundy blind amongst a group of Master Sommeliers, Masters of Wine, wine writers, and top wine buyers and sommeliers, examining how the wines intersect and diverge. . 📸: @Shauntedittmar . . . #wineseminar #seminar #wine #blindtasting #pinotnoir #pinot #redwine #somm #sommelier #sommeliers #ms #education #mastersommelier #mastersomm #mw #masterofwine #california #burgundy #californiapinotnoir #burgundywine #winemaking #winemaker #winetasting #california #caliwine #sf #sanfrancisco #thebatterysf

Event Recaps

san diego pinot talksPinot Talks
November 8, 2022

San Diego, CA

The Pinot Talks series continued in San Diego as we explored the world of Pinot Noir through the lens of California and Burgundy. Panelists led thoughtful conversations for wine industry…
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May 21, 2022

Healdsburg, CA

The Pinot Talks series continued in Healdsburg, CA, for the Healdsburg Wine & Food Experience as we explored the world of Pinot Noir through the lens of California and Burgundy.…
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Pinot Talks
March 4, 2021

Ojai, CA

The Pinot Talks series continued in Ojai, CA, at the Ojai Valley Inn as we explored the world of Pinot Noir through the lens of California and Burgundy. The afternoon…
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Pinot Talks
February 19, 2020

Miami, FL

The Pinot Talks Series continued in Miami as we explored the world of Pinot Noir through the lens of California and Burgundy. Recap Full Episode Moderator Regina Sanz Director of…
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