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CCA Staff Gratitudes

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I'm thankful for:  Friends

CCA Staff Gratitudes
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Forged by Fire

In lieu of our normal monthly newsletter, given our home base in Northern California, we at Charles Communications Associates, representing wineries from our own backyard and around the world, dedicate this missive to those affected by the Northern California fires of October 2017

Forged by Fire
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If You Can't Stand The Heat, Get Out of the ...

The Napa Valley has recently taken a lot of heat – both literally, due to the serious temperature spike that hit the valley earlier this month, as well as figuratively from those who think the aberrant fluctuation spelled doom for the entire region’s harvest.  The media has been eager to report this story, which we can all understand – what’s sexier than a potential climate change story about America’s most recognized wine region? Fortunately for the consumer, cooler heads prevail for those of us on the ground, and I wanted to share the perspective from someone who has been around the vineyard block.

If You Can't Stand The Heat, Get Out of the Cellar
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10 Medium Intensity Questions With Faith ...

Meet Faith Armstrong, the winemaker behind Onward and Farmstrong wines. As refreshing as the Pétillant Naturel she makes of Malvasia Bianca, many of the words used to describe Faith's wine could be used to describe the winemaker herself. Honest, vibrant, unfiltered, true to her origins, bright, complex. 

10 Medium Intensity Questions With Faith Armstrong of Onward & Farmstrong wines
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Cooking with Cannabis

With that infamous hippie holiday around the corner, Charles Communications explores how Pot d'Huile has revolutionized the marijuana edibles market for both medicinal benefits and gastronomic delight.

Cooking with Cannabis

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Halloween and Dia de los Muertos- SF style

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Halloween and Dia de los Muertos- SF style

Since moving to California from New York almost 15 years ago, one of the many aspects of living here that I love is the tradition of Dia de los Muertos following quickly on the heels of Halloween.

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The Joys of Living by the Bay

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The Joys of Living by the Bay

I have now made a conscious effort to not merely live in the Bay Area, but to experience the wide breath of cultural opportunities that take place in the city on a daily basis.

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Meals on Wheels- The Gala of the Year

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Meals on Wheels- The Gala of the Year

CCA attended Meals on Wheels' 25th Annual Star Chefs & Vintners Gala the other week, which benefits homebound seniors in the San Francisco area.

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As We Commemorate Earth Month

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As We Commemorate Earth Month

As we commemorate Earth Month, as more and more people are calling April, we reflect on one of the fundamental reasons we love the wine business. Being focused on agriculture as a business, naturally responsible farming for both the winery staff as well as consumers plays a big role, but there is much substance to the term sustainability as it relates to wineries and vineyards.

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What Happens When You Enter Foodie Territory…

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What Happens When You Enter Foodie Territory…

A few weeks ago, I represented Charles Communications Associates at what has to be one of the largest conventions in the nation: the Natural Products Expo West.