Worms to Wine Nature Series

November 17, 2009

Alright folks, I’ve got some really good news this week. I’m very proud and excited to announce a brand-spanking new program at Michel-Schlumberger for 2010 – the Worms to Wine Nature Series. We’ll be hosting six fun and informative nature-related events that showcase various elements of our organic and sustainable farming practices at our Estate. [...]

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Bored? Why, No…

November 9, 2009

I’ve worked at Michel-Schlumberger for something like 14 years. It always amazes me to tell that to folks because I’ve always been the type of guy who’s always on the move. I get bored very easily and I love to learn new stuff. Status quo is my biggest turn-off. But I’m not the only one [...]

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Done Deal!

October 14, 2009

Hey folks! Really sorry I’ve been blog-free for a few weeks. As you can imagine it’s been a bit crazy with Crush in full swing the past month. But I’m back and I’m very, very pleased to announce that Harvest 2009 is officially over at Michel-Schlumberger — the last grapes were picked on Sunday, just [...]

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Lest Ye Be Judged…

September 25, 2009

Last night my lovely wife and I had a bottle of 2006 Michel-Schlumberger ‘Le Fou’ pinot noir. Wow — what an experience! Right off the bat the wine was showing luscious fruit, fine structure and acid for age-ability, and a hint of that nearly indescribable “forest floor” aroma that typically characterizes a fine Burgundy. After [...]

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Earth, Wind, Fire, Water & Wine

September 22, 2009

Here’s something a little different — the other day, a helicopter came down and swooped up water from our lake… and I just keep thinking how awesome this place is. There is never a dull moment here at Michel-Schlumberger Wine Estate, especially with harvest in full swing, but there is still room for unexpected events.  The [...]

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Harvest Q&A With Brunson

September 19, 2009

  So Harvest 2009 is cruising along at Michel-Schlumberger. All the pinot blanc, chardonnay, pinot noir and zinfandel has been picked and squashed and is bubbling away in barrels, bins and tanks. The big reds aren’t far behind. It rained a bit yesterday (no picking today) so I have a chance to get caught up on [...]

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My Anniversary

September 18, 2009

I’m delighted to say September 15 marked my 18 month anniversary working here at Michel-Schlumberger Wine Estate.  I have recently taken over the Wine Club giving me an amazing opportunity to further enhance and showcase our unique winery.  I will be contributing to the BenchLand Blog and wanted to introduce myself. I was born and [...]

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Bird Day

September 11, 2009

Wow – talk about an OUTSTANDING event! I hope you were there because, if not, you missed the event of the season. This past Saturday we hosted Bird Day at Schlumberger – a fundraiser for the Bird Rescue Center of Sonoma County. With the super-human assistance of about 15 volunteers we were able to pull [...]

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The New Guy

September 8, 2009

Ok, it has been nearly 8 weeks since I started here and even though I had these grand plans of posting weekly, it is amazing how learning a new job at a new winery can just engulf you.  Even as the “seasoned (or grizzled)” wine industry professional that I am, jumping into something new can [...]

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The Joy of Beer and Gin

September 7, 2009

Folks who stop by Michel-Schlumberger during the Harvest season are almost always shocked to see the Cellar and Vineyard crews drinking beer instead of wine in the afternoon after a hard day’s work. And, believe me, it’s not just us – our local little store in Dry Creek Valley can barely keep the coolers stocked [...]

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