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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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Niner Nation – How the Super Bowl XXIX Translates in the Wine World

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Niner Nation – How the Super Bowl XXIX Translates in the Wine World

It has been quite some time since Super Bowl XXIX, where Steve Young (my childhood idle) torched the Chargers… It’s been a long road back to greatness, and one that has tested the mettle of the 49er Faithful.This year’s 49ers Super Bowl team is as diverse as the wines of the world.

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A Day to Give Thanks

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A Day to Give Thanks

Once ayear,we all gather around family and friends to celebrate how thankful we are. Take a look at how CCA staff showed their gratitude this Thanksgiving Holiday.

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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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On September 11th, We Remember…

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On September 11th, We Remember…

For the past two years, we have supported the Wounded Warriors Polo Benefit, a cause close to our hearts. The world-class polo event was held at the Menlo Circus Club, which is most appropriate, seeing as the cause supports wounded soldiers through equestrian therapy. Four Vines of Paso Robles and Murrieta’s Well, located in the heart of the Livermore Valley, donated wine to the cause.