by Debbie | Jan 8, 2026 | cava, wine
I’m thrilled to share a milestone in my wine journey—I’ve officially passed the Cava Educator Class and received my Cava Educator Certificate from the Cava Academy. If you know me, you know I’ve always had a soft spot for sparkling wine, and Cava holds a very special...
by Debbie | Feb 11, 2013 | clinton vineyards, hudson valley wine, seyval naturel, traditional method
I spent one morning this winter with Chris Stewart the winemaker at Clinton Vineyards. He was performing the last step of the classic methode champenois or traditional method of sparkling wine production of their Seyval Naturel. Before my visit the wine has gone...
