Gainey Vineyards Blog
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From Farmer to Chemist: Harvest 2018
September 19, 2018
Harvest has begun here at Gainey. It’s when we turn from farmers into chemists. For most of the year, we are farmers, ensuring the grapes have the best chance at growing successfully and creating premium fruit. Ample amounts of sunshine, water, soil amendment, pruning, and some good luck all play into it. But once the grapes are ready to be picked, we turn into scientists trying to manage the fermentation process, keep the pH levels correct, test for acidity, and more.
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Replanting Grapevines
May 24, 2018
With 100% estate-grown wines, our vineyards receive a lot of attention. Good grapes equal good wine. Grapevines don’t continue to produce quality fruit decade after decade, so it’s imperative to replant as the years move forward. This year, we’ve been busy replanting some of our acreage.
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Wine Club Benefits
April 25, 2018
By joining our Wine Club, you receive access to wines that are not available in the marketplace. Over the years, we have been honored by the loyalty and dedication many wine lovers have shown our wines. Our customers often share touching stories with us about a special occasion at which they poured one of our wines, or how they simply enjoy a glass of our wine after a long work week.
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Wine Advice with Jeff
November 29, 2017
Want some tips and tricks on wine from an expert? Our winemaker Jeff LeBard has got some advice.
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Southern California Restaurant Spotlight
October 30, 2017
Even if you don’t live locally here in the Santa Ynez Valley, getting your hands on Gainey wine is still easy if you live in Southern California. Our wines are served at a plethora of restaurants.
Here is a sample of a few places (out of hundreds) you can drink Gainey while you dine:
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How to Create the Perfect Picnic at Gainey
October 19, 2017
Fall has arrived here in wine country and that means two things: less crowds and great weather. And a perfect time of year for a picnic on our Vineyard View Lawn where you’re surrounded by vines on three sides. The leaves on the vineyards are starting to change color from green to orange/red/yellow which adds the dramatic backdrop.
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Getting To Know Gainey: Lisa Kekuewa
September 29, 2017
Managing our wine club is not an easy job, but Lisa Kekuewa sure makes it look effortless. Find out what she likes most about her job, why growing up in the Santa Ynez Valley was so great, and her preferred way to enjoy a glass of Gainey wine.
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Estate vs Non-Estate Wines: What’s the Difference?
September 18, 2017
You’ve probably heard the term “Estate Wine” thrown around before but maybe you’ve never thought much about it. At Gainey, our wines are all 100% Estate Wines. In order to call you wines Estate Wines you must follow a few strict guidelines:
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Wine Tasting Etiquette: Do’s & Don’ts
August 24, 2017
Maybe you are new to wine tasting or an old pro, but either way it’s good to brush up on the unwritten rules. To make sure you’re not committing any faux pas, read our list of Do’s & Don’ts to elevate your next wine tasting experience.
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Wedding Inspiration at Gainey
July 26, 2017
Wedding season is in full swing here at Gainey Vineyard. We love to see how different couples use our space and design the wedding of their dreams at our vineyard and barn locations. Here's a sampling of some of the recent weddings we've had the honor of hosting on our property.
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