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November 16, 2017
Kimberly
CCA Staff Gratitudes

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I'm thankful for:  Friends

CCA Staff Gratitudes
November 1, 2017
Kimberly
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
September 21, 2017
Friends
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
May 9, 2017
Kimberly
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
April 20, 2017
Hillary
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
The Team
December 14, 2015
Mindset, Charles Comm, Arts

Painting in the Air

The Team
December 14, 2015
Mindset, Charles Comm, Arts
Painting in the Air

Wine is one of the most delicious extravagances we can ever partake in. Letting the wine dance on the tip of our tongue to the roof of our mouth is what makes drinking it so poetic.

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December 12, 2015
Mindset, Rant, Travel

The Glory of Business Travel…or…How I Could See Myself Starting Fight Club

Friends
December 12, 2015
Mindset, Rant, Travel
The Glory of Business Travel…or…How I Could See Myself Starting Fight Club

First rule of Fight Club…..Don’t talk about Fight Club.  If you remember the movie, you remember Edward Norton’s character slipping into madness and creating his own reality.  It all starts because of his “single serving” life on the road as an insurance adjustor.

Tagged: Rant, Wine Hooligans, wine

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The Team
December 11, 2015
Charles Comm, Food, Wine

Holiday Wine Incorporations

The Team
December 11, 2015
Charles Comm, Food, Wine
Holiday Wine Incorporations

Here at Charles Communications Associates aka CCA we have the pleasure of interacting with some of the world's best palates.  A distinct pedigreed palate is required to be able to expertly pair an intricate dish with a wine.

Tagged: Charles Comm, Holidays, food, wine

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Friends
November 24, 2015
Mindset, Rant

Why I Hate The Holidays…A Love Letter To My Family

Friends
November 24, 2015
Mindset, Rant
Why I Hate The Holidays…A Love Letter To My Family

We love clients with a sense of humor and irony. Here Head Hooligan Dennis Carroll of Wine Hooligans gives us the perspective on holiday shopping from the "back of the house" ---the perspective of the retailer. Enjoy this third in a series of Hooligan Rants.

Tagged: Wine Hooligans, Rant, wine

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November 20, 2015
Charles Comm, Mindset, Politics, Music, Social Responsibility

ALL THE SWIRL "MUST READS"

Kimberly
November 20, 2015
Charles Comm, Mindset, Politics, Music, Social Responsibility
ALL THE SWIRL "MUST READS"

Each month we look back at the great food, beverage and lifestyle stories that caught our attention. 

Tagged: Charles Comm, Politics, Social Responsibility, Arts, World News

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November 18, 2015
Mindset, Rant

“How The Hell Am I Going To Make Our Brands And Company Relevant?”

Friends
November 18, 2015
Mindset, Rant
“How The Hell Am I Going To Make Our Brands And Company Relevant?”

We all need a little sanity as the holidays come upon us.  Is it me or doesn't it feel as if we're still in October? Here is the second rant of our client Dennis Carroll who was born with the gift of gab matched with great business insights.

Tagged: Wine Hooligans, Rant, Wine

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