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Modern Wine Stabilization Without Chilling
Tartrate stabilization helps keep wines bright, clear, and free of the “wine diamonds” that consumers often perceive as a flaw. While traditional cold stabilization works, it can be time- and energy-consuming, and can affect aromatics and flavor. Today, there are smart, innovative stabilization solutions that eliminate the need for chilling while protecting wine quality and making cellar work easier. Carboxymethylcellulose (CMC) CMC is a cellulose-based solution that acts by interfering with crystal growth. While traditional stabilization induces crystal formation, CMC prevents them from developing in the first place. It provides reliable stability without chilling and helps preserve pH, aroma, and flavor. CMC is a strong choice for white and rosé wines where clarity and freshness are priorities. Acacia Gum Acacia gum, made from the sap of Acacia trees, coats the tiny tartrate particles so they cannot grow into visible crystals. It also helps protect color, making it
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Lake County Wine Summit 2025

Event Type: Tasting

Location: Soper Reese Theater 275 S. Main St., Lakeport, CA

Date: 11/13/2025

Lake County Wine Summit 2025
November 13, 2025 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Soper Reese Theater 275 S. Main St., Lakeport Join us for an engaging afternoon that brings together growers, winemakers, and industry professionals to explore what makes Lake County winegrapes truly distinctive. Through guided tastings, insightful discussions, and expert-led panels, this event will highlight the character, variety, and innovation that define our region. Register now to secure your seat for this special half-day tasting and learning experience. Program highlights: Aromatic Whites – Explore how Lake County’s high elevations and varied microclimates shape these fragrant, expressive wines. Sauvignon Blanc Comparison – Side-by-side tastings that reveal how Lake County terroir and grower–winemaker collaboration define the region’s signature variety. Alternative Reds – Discover lesser-known reds that thrive in Lake County’s volcanic soils and diverse vineyard sites. Cabernet Sauvignon Co
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What if you could know your wine is cold stable in minutes? 🥂 EasyCheck gives you exactly that:  - Lower electricity bills by only chilling the tanks that need it  - Improve cash flow by earlier release for sales due to faster bottling  - Sustain market presence with accurate results and thereby no more complaints about wine diamonds  Our ultra-compact, Peltier-based testing device helps wineries streamline production, cut costs, and get wines to market quickly without sacrificing valuable lab space.  If you're ready to save time, reduce guesswork, and improve your bottom line, let’s chat.  We would love to show you how EasyCheck can benefit your winery! EasyCheck_Flyer.pdf
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#WineCareers - Red Diamond Travel is seeking a Travel Consultant Intern

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Saxco Update - May 2025: Tariff Relief Offers Short-Term Breather; Long-Term Uncertainty Remains
In recent years, US trade policy developments – including broad tariffs and anti-dumping/countervailing duties – have disrupted global supply chains and increased costs across multiple industries. The wine and spirits sector, in particular, continues to experience the ripple effects of trade tensions involving key packaging sources such as China, Mexico, and Canada, along with ongoing tariffs on aluminum and steel. On April 2, 2025, President Trump invoked emergency trade powers under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA), imposing a 10% “baseline” IEEPA tariff on most imported products from most countries, effective April 5. Higher tariff rates on imports from 57 countries were temporarily suspended for all but China, providing a 90-day reprieve. Meanwhile, China was subjected to 125% IEEPA reciprocal tariffs plus 20% IEEPA “fentanyl” tariffs, as well as any other applicable tariffs, such as the 25% China Section 301 tariffs initia
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Product Release - French Oak Mineral Toast
We are excited to introduce a new stave toast profile, Mineral Toast, designed to bring an enhanced sense of minerality to white and rosé wines. This innovative toast profile significantly impacts the sensory characteristics of wine, influencing its interaction with fruit and other elements during the winemaking process. Minerality in wine is often attributed to specific terroirs, rooted in the soil and environment where grapes are grown. While traditionally linked to the vine’s interaction with soil minerals, minerality can also be shaped by winemaking techniques—including the use of oak. Mineral Toast staves utilize carefully selected French Oak air-dried over an extended period. The wood undergoes hot water treatment to soften tannins and reduce harshness, followed by extended toasting at a lower temperature. The gentle process avoids the formation of high notes such as spice, smoke or char, resulting in a delicate profile featuring hints of vanilla, stone fruit,
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