Intro to Tannin - Charles Communications

Kristen Rinck of Charles Communications speaks to tannins in wines and why they pair best with a steak on the grill.

Intro to Acidity - Charles Communications

Kristen Rinck of Charles Communications shares a few facts about acid in wine and why these wines are the perfect companion for a sunny day.

Wine Judging Part 2 - Charles Communications

Kimberly Charles, the Founder of Charles Communications, shares her 10 top things she loves about wine judging to celebrate her 20th anniversary of being a wine judge.

Wine Judging Part 1 - Charles Communications

Kimberly Charles, the Founder of Charles Communications, shares her 10 top things she loves about wine judging to celebrate her 20th anniversary of being a wine judge.

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Veramonte produces elegant wines that are a true reflection of their organic vineyards located in the Casablanca and Colchagua Valleys. During shelter in place, the warm and vibrant winemaker Sofia Araya has been creating educational videos to share her love of Chilean wine

Sofia Araya, Head Winemaker of Veramonte Speaks About Chardonnay from the Casablanca Valley

To celebrate #NationalChardonnayDay, we are enjoying a glass of Veramonte Chardonnay from the Casablanca Valley. This wine encompasses the typicity of the region, bursting with both fresh and fruity aromas. Learn more about this delicious and layered wine from winemaker Sofia Araya.

Sofia Araya, Head Winemaker of Veramonte Speaks About Sauvignon Blanc from the Casablanca Valley

Happy International Sauvignon Blanc Day! Today we are celebrating with a bottle of Veramonte Organic Sauvignon Blanc from Chile\'s Casablanca Valley. Taste along with Veramonte\'s head winemaker Sofia Araya, to learn more about this zippy version of the variety.

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A short discussion on ros

How to Properly Store Your Wine -Charles Communications Spring 2020

A short discussion on wine storage and the guidelines you should follow when cellaring your wine. Sharing enthusiasm, knowledge and passion for wine.

Opening and serving Bubbly wine - Charles Communications Spring 2020

A primer on opening a bottle of sparkling wine under cork and suggesting an ideal glass to serve it in for maximum enjoyment. Sharing enthusiasm, knowledge and passion for wine.

Giving Tuesday Napa & Sonoma Fire Relief Charles Communications Associates

The Northern California fires of 2018 were devastating to the communities around Napa, Sonoma and Mendocino counties. Many folks remain without homes and many have lost employment. Our GoFundMe campaign so far has raised close to $60,000, help us reach our goal to serve those most in need this holiday season this #GivingTuesday

Fire Relief Napa & Sonoma Counties - Cavanaugh Center, Petaluma, CA

The first relief effort after the October 9th fires in Northern California, a direct result of the Go Fund Me campaign and contributions by Costco and Target.

Coffey Park Santa Rosa Neighborhood November 7, 2017

Almost a month to the day of the fires igniting in Northern California, I needed to see the devastation firsthand to really allow the scale to sink in. It took me 5 years to go to the 9-11 Memorial after living in New York for 13 years. We will rebuild.

Fire Relief Napa Sonoma Napa Beneficiaries 101617

As Napa and Sonoma counties remain the focus of our displaced persons relief and support campaign, this video details our day in Napa recently visiting four different charitable, grassroots organizations in Napa who are key to the community relief effort there.

Charles Communications - Economic Effects on Consumption of Wine & Spirits

2009 Trend Think Tank on November 18, 2008 at the JW Marriott San Francisco. Kimberly Charles of Charles Communications Associates, LLC discussing the economic effects on beverage consumption: High price wine & spirits are being indulged by the glass and not by the bottle at restaurants. A lot of value is starting to come through at restaurants and at retail through offerings of less well known wines & spirits from Greece, India, China and etc.

Charles Communications - Overarching Trends in Beverages

2009 Trend Think Tank on November 18, 2008 at the JW Marriott San Francisco. Kimberly Charles of Charles Communications Associates, LLC discussing trends in beverage for 2009. Overarching trends in beverages are \"Green\" and \"Small.\" Whether it is wines, beers, sodas, spirits, juices, teas, and or coffee, labels with words such as green, fair-trade, organic are popping up more and more. Portions are also getting smaller, and restaurants and wine bars are offering tasting flutes of various kinds and pairings.

Charles Communications - Popular Spirits in 2008

2009 Trend Think Tank on November 18, 2008 at the JW Marriott San Francisco. Kimberly Charles of Charles Communications Associates, LLC discussing trends in beverage for 2009. Five spirits that are really popular today are absinthe, small batch whiskey, tequila, gin and rum. Absinthe became legal to import in the US for the first time in 95 years. People are learning to appreciate fine tequila more today, and same goes for rum as well.