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The hills are alive….
 

The verdant hills of the Arroyo Grande Valley inspire my gratitude for the rainfall we’ve received to date.  As of February 1, it was just under 10 inches for the rain year, which is exactly half of normal in our area.  In the vineyard, we’re busy with the annual ritual of pruning, which I find an apt metaphor for life this time of year:  we’re removing the old deadwood to allow for vigorous new growth in the spring and summer followed by abundance in the fall. 

Cold evenings at home inspire meals that warm the kitchen and soul.  Cioppino (the classic San Francisco seafood stew) is a great choice, washed down with Pinot Noir.  If you haven’t visited us before, or have only been here during the busy summer season, I encourage you to visit now.  The scenery is spectacular and the tasting room is quiet, especially on the weekdays.  It’s a great time to get to learn more about what I think makes this part of California so special.  It’s also a good time to pick up some of that Pinot Noir and a copy of my cookbook, Our California Table, which features my mother’s recipe for that aforementioned Cioppino.  

Cheers!  Brian Talley