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The Rascal News

Welcome to the Rascal News online, where educating our customers is our mission! Below you’ll find articles ranging from winemaking and the world of wine at large to behind the scenes of what’s happening on our ranch and in our vineyards. We hope this blog will inspire you as much as “all things wine” inspires us.

Veraison is Here & Harvest is Near!

Amidst the sprawling vineyards of Carhartt Family Wines, a fascinating process is unfolding. Join us as we take a closer look at this natural transformation, where the vivid green hues of the grapevines shift into an array of reds and purples. In this teaser, we delve into the scientific marvel of Veraison, where nature's precision sets the stage for an imminent harvest. Read More

Carhartt Family Enjoys Sauvignon Blanc

What Makes our 2022 Sauv Blanc a Symphony of Sorts?

Our 2022 Sauvignon Blanc is an orchestral ensemble of controlled curation with the use of stainless steel offering that precision for crispness, neutral oak presenting that roundness for a slight bit of creaminess, and concrete establishing that layered quality for distinct minerality throughout. Read More

Rosé at the Ranch

Bud break is in full swing and wildflowers are efficiently emerging and thriving to create such a picturesque backdrop to enjoy our wines. Read on to learn more about our recent rosé release! Read More

Carhartt Harvest Recap 2022

We began Harvest 2022 on August 30th with a pick of Pinot Gris and Pinot Blanc from the Santa Maria Valley, and finished a mere 66 days later on November 4th, with Mission (also from Santa Maria). Read More

2022 Fall Harvest Update

As I sit here on the first day of September, just three days after our first pick of the season, we already have a high of 102℉!! This Labor Day weekend is supposed to continue with extreme heat, which means September picks are going to come much earlier than we had anticipated. Read More

Two People Cheers With Rosè

All About Rosé

With its blush-toned hue and fruit-forward flavors, rosé has surged in popularity worldwide in the past few years, making its mark as a spring and summertime staple. Read on to learn more about this delicious type of wine! Read More

How to Read a Wine Label - Carhartt Family Wines

How to Read a Wine Label

While discussing wine labels doesn’t seem like the most fascinating topic, the information found on them can be both very informative and enjoyable. Read More

Carhartt Wine on Table

What’s in a Library?

In “winespeak”, library wines an older vintage than what we are selling or pouring in the tasting room, but there's more to it. Read More