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Ever Wonder How Winemakers Perform Brix/Sugar Tests?
7 years ago threadsandvino 6
Click below to find out how winemakers perform sugar tests (brix tests) in the vineyards. Read More
A Taste of Italy from Lanza Musto Vineyards
7 years ago threadsandvino 0
{Lanza-Musto Brunello Clone Sangiovese going through veraison} Can’t make it to Tuscany this year? Don’t worry, you can make some fabulous Sangiovese right here in the US! Lanza-Musto Vineyards has been producing Brunello Clone Sangiovese for the past 4 vintages. One of the big reasons we planted this varietal is because the valley provides hot days and Read More
Verasion in the Vineyard
7 years ago threadsandvino 0
{pictured above – Lanza-Musto Vineyards Primitivo} Currently our grapes are going through veraison in California. Veraison occurs when the berry transitions into the ripening stage. From now forward the berry will increase in sugar concentration until it is harvested at the desired brix level. Grapes for sparkling wine or champagne are harvested around 17 Read More
Quick Suisun Valley Vineyard Update
7 years ago threadsandvino 0
Lanza Musto Vineyards “Bud break in Suisun Valley is on schedule and off to a great start! Early bunch counts also look to be normal.” -Nick Lanza of Lanza Vineyards & Lanza Musto Vineyards Read More