Moonshine to fine wine

Article Abstract:

Edward Lee McDonald grew up with a vision of becoming a winemaker. McDonald, an African-American, grew up poor in the rural Texas town of Oakwood, south of Dallas, the son of a moonshiner and hunting guide, and had become a devout follower of Caymus Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon.

Strategy & planning, African Americans, Vintners, Aims and objectives, McDonald, Edward Lee

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Sorting for greatness

Article Abstract:

The importance of great winemaking is highlighted where all wines in common rigorously select the right kind of grapes. Grapes undergo thorough evaluation where many wineries hand-sort all their grapes through a labor-intensive process that eliminates any suspect clusters.

Manufacturing processes, Science & research, Research, Wine industry, Wineries, Production processes

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Jump in with both feet

Article Abstract:

Wine lovers can reduce their wine costs by making their own. Tips on getting started include getting a book such as Jeff Cox's 'From Vines to Wines' and spending a few hundred dollars on equipment and supplies.

Editorial

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