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Winemaker Interview Series – Peter Merriam of Merriam Vineyards – May 2025

Ken July 9, 2025 No Comments

On Wednesday, May 7, 2025, we had the opportunity to interview Peter Merriam. Peter and his wife Diana are the owners of Merriam Vineyards. Their oldest son Evan is the…

Zinfandel and Zin Blends: Just In Time For Barbecue Season

Ken June 22, 2011 No Comments

Eventually, the rain will stop and the sun will come out here in the Northeast. When it does, it will be barbecue season and time to fire up the grill.…

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Winemaker Interview Series – Peter Merriam of Merriam Vineyards – May 2025

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Winemaker Interview Series – Martha Stoumen of Martha Stoumen – April 2025

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Winemaker Interview Series – Cole Ballentine of Predecessor Estate – April 2025

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Winemaker Interview Series – Melissa Stackhouse of Dutton Goldfield – April 2025