Wine and Dime Episode 33 - In the Land of China with Chuck Donalies
In this episode of Wine and Dime, I chat with the owner of Donalies Financial Planning, LLC, Chuck Donalies. We talk about his path to becoming a financial planner, his love of exercise, his family, and of course, our favorite wines. We take time to talk about his recent trip to China with his oldest daughter and some of the impressions that they came away with. It truly was a fascinating conversation that I’m sure you will enjoy. So pop open a bottle of your favorite wine and enjoy the episode!
The Firm
Donalies Financial Planning, LLC was founded in 2012 with the goal of providing fee-only financial planning and investment management advice to anyone in need of assistance. While DFP works with clients of all ages, the majority of our clients are between the ages of 35 and 60.
Chuck Donalies, CFP®
Website - http://www.donaliesfp.com/
Facebook - @frugalplanner
Twitter - @frugalplanner
Art Website - https://www.8bitart.com/
Chuck lives in Washington, D.C. with his wife and two little girls. When he’s not trying to keep up with the kids, he devotes time to other passions: CrossFit, creating artwork inspired by video games, playing video games (to research new painting ideas!), and reading/watching bad sci-fi (well, there's almost no such thing as bad sci-fi).
Chuck’s academic background includes a Master of Business Administration from Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore, MD and a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from The University of Maryland at College Park in College Park, MD. He also holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ designation, which requires hundreds of hours of study and completion of a rigorous exam. In addition, he’s a member of The National Association of Personal Financial Advisors (NAPFA), The XY Planning Network and the Financial Planning Association.
The Wines
Chuck’s Pick
Aslina Wines - Chardonnay
A complex fruity chardonnay, creamy and full. Partial wooding gives this wine the edge and to show the beautiful tropical fruit and limy character. Good acidity balancing the fruit and wood.12% of the wine was in barrels for 12 months while the rest was on the lees in the tank.
Amy’s Pick
Belhurst Estate - Pinot Grigio
Pinot Grigio is the Italian name for Pinot Gris, a white mutation of the Pinot family which shares its genetic fingerprint with Pinot Noir, Pinot Blanc et al. The term Pinot Grigio has become strongly associated with lighter wines produced in great quantities, particularly in northern Italy.
The refreshing Pinot Grigio style has enjoyed great success in various countries, most recently the United States, (where it is fondly nicknamed "Greej") and Australia. The most common descriptors of the style are "light", "crisp" and "dry". These characteristics are complemented by aroma notes citing lemon, green apple and blossoms.
AMY IRVINE
IRVINE WEALTH PLANNING STRATEGIES, LLC
10 EAST MARKET STREET
CORNING NY 14830
WWW.IRVINEADVISE.COM
EMAIL: AMY@IRVINEADVISE.COM
Wine and Dime Episode 32 - A Discussion Around Student Loans with Travis Hornsby
In this Episode of Wine and Dime I speak with Travis Hornsby. Travis is CEO & Chief student loan advisor for https://www.studentloanplanner.com/. If you’ve listened to this podcast for any amount of time, you already know how passionate I am about the Student Debt crisis that we have in the United States. During my conversation with Travis we talk about that and the some of the options you may have to pay down that debt. So sit back, pop open a bottle of your favorite wine and enjoy the episode!
Travis Hornsby
www.studentloanplanner.com
Facebook: @StudentLoanPlan
Twitter: @StudentLoanTrav
HOW STUDENT LOAN PLANNER GOT STARTED
I should introduce myself. I’m Travis Hornsby, and I’m the chief student loan planner around here.
I started Student Loan Planner in October 2016 after helping my wife and her friends figure out their six figure student loans.
I used to be a bond trader, so I took my excel heavy skill set and built models for how to save money paying back student debt.
When my wife and I tackled her debt from med school, there were not a lot of resources out there for professionals like her. Most of the sites that did exist just wanted us to refinance so they could earn a commission.
All of our team members either hold the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) or Certified Financial Planner™ (CFP®) designations.
We all have a passion for conquering debt's hold on your life and mental energy.
Belhurst Castle
is a former private residence on the shores of Seneca Lake in Geneva, New York. It was designed by architects Fuller & Wheeler and built between 1885 and 1889. The three-story, nine bay wide Romanesque Revival style mansion is constructed of Medina sandstone. It has a slate gable roof, one-story solarium, and four rectangular stone chimneys. It features projecting porches, bays, towers with conical and pyramidal roofs, eyebrow windows, and a porte cochere with Syrian arch.
Supplemented by modern facilities, Belhurst Castle has been adapted for hotel and retail uses. It holds a hotel with three choices of lodging (Vinifera Inn, Chambers in the Castle, and White Springs Manor); two ballrooms to host weddings, two restaurants (Edgar's Restaurant and Stonecutters); spa, and a winery.
Belhurst Pinot Noir
Intense blueberry and blackberry notes penetrate through this fruity, forward Pinot Noir. Hints of savory herbs add elegance to an otherwise one-dimensional palate that finishes with big, coarse tannins.
This episode was presented by
Amy Irvine
AND IN COLLABORATION WITH
The Seneca Lake Wine Trail
AMY IRVINE
IRVINE WEALTH PLANNING STRATEGIES, LLC
10 EAST MARKET STREET
CORNING NY 14830
WWW.IRVINEADVISE.COM
EMAIL: AMY@IRVINEADVISE.COM
Wine and Dime Episode 31 - Surviving a Family Addiction with Teresa Haight
In this episode of Wine and Dime I speak with Teresa Haight. Teresa has an incredible story about her journey through the addiction of a family member and the subsequent recovery. She continued on to help build a support group in Addison, NY that helps family's that are going through some of the same things. It was an honor to speak with Teresa in this episode and I know you will find it inspiring as I did.
Addiction Awareness of Steuben County
Website
Who– We are the Addiction Awareness of Steuben County support group. We are a group for addicts, friends and families of addicts (drug and/or alcohol related), and general community that would like to be educated and support the family and addicts inside and outside our walls.
What– The goal of our group, AASC, is to bring awareness to our community, as well as throughout Steuben County and New York State about addiction and recovery. We want to show you that we are here to support you. We also want to break the stigma and prove that we can and DO recover from this deadly disease.
How– We need to come together as a community to change the way the world views people with addictions. Addiction is a disease that affects all of us in society in one way or another. It is time to break the stigma and silence surrounding addiction and bring hope through awareness, education, support and change.
Main Goal:
Create a safe environment and give support to struggling and recovering Addicts. Bring awareness to the drug epidemic in our community and surrounding areas. As well as, educate people on how to help a loved one that is an Addict who is looking for help. We as a community want to improve the quality of life.
The Wine
Torrey Ridge Redneck White
6.5% sweetness. Reminiscent of green grapes picked off the vine in Grandma's back yard and stuffed into a bottle.
8% RS
11.5% Alcohol
This episode was presented by
Amy Irvine
AND IN COLLABORATION WITH
The Seneca Lake Wine Trail
AMY IRVINE
IRVINE WEALTH PLANNING STRATEGIES, LLC
10 EAST MARKET STREET
CORNING NY 14830
WWW.IRVINEADVISE.COM
EMAIL: AMY@IRVINEADVISE.COM
Wine and Dime Episode 30 - Saving our Planet one Marine Biologist at a time with Doug Dixon
In this episode of Wine and Dime, I speak with Retired Marine Biologist, avid fisherman, and lover of wine, Doug Dixon. Doug has a PhD in Biology and we spend much of our conversation talking about how he has helped power plants maintain safe environments for wildlife. We also talk about his love for "Big, Bold, Red Wines" and we talk about a few of our favorite vineyards in the finger lakes region. I hope you enjoy my conversation with Doug as much as I did. Enjoy a glass of your favorite wine and enjoy the show!
The Wine, Wineries, and Food
Hosmer Winery
Hosmer Winery is a fully functioning estate winery, everything from planting and growing the grapes, to picking, pressing and bottling is done on site. As a farm, we cultivate 70 acres of grapes with over 14 varieties and growing. Our belief in wine making and grape growing are parallel and continuing and we strive to maintain preservation of the land and the fruit form vine to table. Our passion for what we do is exemplified through the creation of our memorable wines.
McGregor Vineyard
The McGregor family invites you to enjoy a casual, seated tasting of estate wines produced from our half-century-old vineyards. Our winery is hidden on a hillside just one mile above the eastern shore of Keuka Lake.
The Elf in the Oak
Casual atmosphere with an outstanding view from the deck! This hidden gem is quite small, with only a few tables inside, and a few on the deck. Get a table on the deck for an outstanding view. The lunch selections were standard fare with a foodie twist...very tasty! There's an ice cream stand outside as well for those with a sweet tooth and if you have any room left after the big lunch.
This episode was presented by
Amy Irvine
AND IN COLLABORATION WITH
The Seneca Lake Wine Trail
AMY IRVINE
IRVINE WEALTH PLANNING STRATEGIES, LLC
10 EAST MARKET STREET
CORNING NY 14830
WWW.IRVINEADVISE.COM
EMAIL: AMY@IRVINEADVISE.COM
Wine and Dime Episode 29 - 13 and Life to Live with Donald Horack
In this episode of Wine and Dime, I had the pleasure of speaking a very astute 13 year old named Donald Horack. In some ways, Donald isn't your 13 year old kid. While he does enjoy many things a typical 13 year old enjoys, he also has interests that some adults don't have. In this interview, our conversation takes us from the G7 summit to Ronald Reagan, to his favorite Root Beer! (See below for that) I had a great time talking to Donald and I think we can learn a lot about the generation from this young man. Thank you for listening and enjoy the show!
Seneca Lake Wine Trail
Who We Are
Founded in 1986, the Seneca Lake Wine Trail is a non-profit organization dedicated to its member wineries. The wineries of the Seneca Lake Wine Trail are real, local, industrious, and determined businesses that help sustain a beautiful and prosperous region.
What We Do
Our member wineries are open year-round. To see a list of our member wineries, click here. In addition to daily tastings and tours, you can participate in trail-wide events featuring food pairings and seasonal themes. Passports are also available for deals and discounts on multiple tastings throughout the trail. To find out more about our Polar Passport, click here. and for information on our Wine Weekday Passport, click here. If you plan on visiting our wineries with 8 or more people we recommend you review this page that provides many useful details about large group visits. You can also see more about lodging options, restaurants, transportation/limo providers, breweries and distilleries, attractions and activities, and a handy map.
Vigil's Root Beer
Great drinks don’t need fake ingredients. Virgil’s is all-natural. We obsess over the recipe and the process. We don’t use any preservatives, any artificial colors, or any GMO-sourced ingredients. Great taste without the chemicals. Plain and simple. A delicious, handcrafted, all-natural refreshment.
Drink Smart, Drink Well, Drink Virgil’s.
War Horse Brewery
IN 2008...
War Horse Brewing Co. (then called Barley Yards) poured it's first pint. The beer was contract brewed in Rochester with a dream to open an on-site brewing facility in the future. In June of 2016, the dream was realized and our state of the art brewing facility was complete. We have grown and changed a great deal throughout the years. What hasn't changed is our our love of great people, great beer, and great stories.
War Horse Brewing Co. is part of Three Brothers Wineries & Estates. Imagine three unique wineries and a microbrewery all on one estate, overlooking beautiful Seneca Lake and voilà you've got Three Brothers. As a whole, our priority is a superior customer experience and our philosophy unabashedly argues "we've got something for everyone." Try us...we dare you.
AMY IRVINE
IRVINE WEALTH PLANNING STRATEGIES, LLC
10 EAST MARKET STREET
CORNING NY 14830
WWW.IRVINEADVISE.COM
EMAIL: AMY@IRVINEADVISE.COM
Wine and Dime Episode 28 - Celebrating Diversity with David Bonebrake
In this episode of Wine and Dime, I had the pleasure of speaking with David Bonebrake. David is owner of Bonebrake Financial Planning and Wealth Management. David and I both have a passion of diversity and this shared interest is what made me want to have him as a guest. And, boy am I glad I went with my gut on that one. We explore diversity from a few different angles and learned a lot about the we each approach the topic. I found this topic and this episode very eye opening, and I'm sure that you as well!
Thank you for listening!
David Bonebrake
Bonebrake Financial Planning and Wealth Management
Eugene:
100 W. 13th Ave., Suite 200
Eugene, OR 97401
Phone: 541-868-3800
Toll free: 888-590-1824
Fax: 541-485-0755
Facebook -@bonebrakefinancial
The Wine!
Lakewook vineyards History
In 1951, the Stamp family moved to Lakewood Farm, a run-down peach and apple orchard on the west side of Seneca Lake. The next spring, they started planting grapes. The original grapes were those favored by the large wineries and grape juice companies. In the mid-80’s the family diversified to add some new varieties, with the hope of someday using them to make their own wines.
In 1988, Monty and Beverly Stamp and their children pressed the grapes for their first vintage.
A Vision Realized
Lakewood Vineyards Winery opened to the public in June 1989 with 7 varieties of wine, made from estate-grown grapes from their 45 acres of vineyards.
Today, with 80 acres of vineyards and 3 Stamp family generations working together, the winery produces a diverse selection of wines. Their dedicated and talented team prides themselves on offering Finger Lakes wines of exceptional quality and value.
This diamond in the rough opens with aromas of cherry, plum and toast. The palate is soft with youthful tannins finishing warm with hints of stone fruit. Lakewood’s Pinot pairs beautifully with duck, wild game, salmon and other dishes that would ascend when matched with a beautifully crafted Pinot Noir. - Winery
Featured Awards:
Silver Medal - Jefferson Cup Invitational2014 (2012 vintage)
Bronze Medal - Taster’s guild wine Lover’s Competition2015 (2012 vintage)
AMY IRVINE
IRVINE WEALTH PLANNING STRATEGIES, LLC
10 EAST MARKET STREET
CORNING NY 14830
WWW.IRVINEADVISE.COM
EMAIL: AMY@IRVINEADVISE.COM
Wine and Dime Episode 27 - Life After Grief with Christopher Dale
In this episode, I chat with Christopher Dale. Chris is a CFP and owner of Life After Grief Financial Planning. Chris is very compassionate and that trait is what suits him to his business specialty of "A fee only financial planning and investment management firm helping those experiencing grief". Chris and I talk about his life and what lead him to helping people in this way. We also talk about a few of our favorite wines, and I even suggest a great wine from Anthony Roads and their red wine called Devonian. I hope you enjoy the episode as much as I enjoyed talking to Chris, and thanks for listening!
Christopher Dale, CFP®
ADDRESS
650 N. Alafaya Trail Suite 101 #782043
Orlando, FL 32878
CONTACT
hello@lifeaftergrieffp.com
407.917.1913
OUR VALUES
Our goal is to be your financial coach, and enable you to focus on healing and finding joy in life again. We take a holistic approach, focusing on helping you navigate financial matters during the hardest times. Our seven values reflect our tailored approach.
The Wineries and Wine
John and Ann Martini moved to Anthony Road in 1973 at the urging of a friend that touted the joys of grape growing in the Finger Lakes. They loaded up 2 young children and left their home in Baltimore, where John worked for WR Grace to set up their farming life on the west side of Seneca Lake. Surprisingly neither Ann nor John had an agricultural background, unless you count John’s youthful summers at his grandparent’s farm in Melvin, Illinois. But together and with the help of family and friends they planted their first 5-acres, Foch, in the summer of 1973. The vineyard grew, to 30-acres, as did the Martini family, to 4 children, but it was quickly realized that an outside job was needed to support their endeavors. John joined the staff at the Cornell’s Experiment Station in Geneva and Ann took over the day to day operations and maintenance of both the household and the vineyard.
Devonian Red
Sedimentary rock formed during the Devonian Period - a chapter of geological history in the Finger Lakes, is the foundation of the soils on which our grapes are grown. Year in and year out, our Devonian Red, a medium-bodied dry red, is quite delicious and a great value!
Caymus Cabernet
A dark, scarlet red color, with powerful aromas of sweet ripe cabernet grapes. Initial impressions are fantastically appealing, brooding to expansive textural sensations of finely grained cacao tannins. The whole of the wine is balanced, rich, expressive and impressively complex. The backbone of fine tannin and sweet ripeness is a carry-over from perfectly mature fruit.
Proud Supporter and Collaborator with the
Seneca Lake Wine Trail
New York State’s Largest and Most Active Wine Trail.
In 1986, the Seneca Lake Wine Trail was formed in the heart of New York State’s Finger Lakes region to attract more visitors to experience its rich history, beauty, and production of world-class wines. Today, Seneca Lake Wine Trail is the largest and most active wine trail in New York State with a community of over 30 wineries, a distillery, several breweries and hard cider producers and a meadery.
Seneca Lake’s natural combination of deep water, at 632 feet it is the deepest of the Finger Lakes, and sloping hillsides provides the ideal microclimate for grape growing. Its unique geology and topography protect the growth of hardy native grapes and premium hybrids as well as more delicate varieties such as Riesling,Chardonnay, Cabernet Franc and Pinot Noir.
We have a lot to be proud of, here on the Seneca Lake Wine Trail. But, one of our finest characteristics is that we're at the heart of a greater Finger Lakes community. The Finger Lakes are an amazing place to visit and to live, with old world-charm, beautiful food, beautiful wine, beautiful people and a beautiful way of life.
This Episode of Wine and Dime was brought to you by:
AMY IRVINE
IRVINE WEALTH PLANNING STRATEGIES, LLC
10 EAST MARKET STREET
CORNING NY 14830
WWW.IRVINEADVISE.COM
EMAIL: AMY@IRVINEADVISE.COM
Wine and Dime Episode 26 - Career Coaching with Carla Sessions
In this episode of Wine and Dime, I had the pleasure of speaking to Career Coach, Carla Sessions. Carla's story of becoming a career coach is an interesting journey. We talk about that, Fruit infused Teas, and a handful of other topics that will help you understand what makes Carla an incredible Career Coach. This is an episode that I'm certain that you will enjoy! So sit back, enjoy a glass of Sauvignon Blanc or your or perhaps a fruit infused tea and enjoy this episode of Wine and Dime!
Carla Sessions
Career Coach
https://wellbeingcoaches.com/meet-the-coaches/carla-sessions/
A Personal Note from Carla
Time for a change? Many contemplating career change say it feels like standing on the edge of a cliff, both terrifying and exhilarating, looking out over a limitless landscape of opportunity they can see but can’t touch. Is that you?
As a Career Coach, I am trained to listen and guide the job seeker to find their perfect position. My clients include those who are looking to advance in their current job, transition to their own business, just starting out after college, or even getting ready to retire. Helping people adapt to and master life’s changes is what I do best.
The Wine
Ravines Wine Cellar -
Ravines Wine Cellars rests on a hillside overlooking glacier-carved Seneca Lake in the Finger Lakes wine region of New York State. Our cool growing season, sloped vineyard sites and the moderating effects of the deep lakes create ideal conditions for producing vibrant, balanced and food-friendly wines.
We are a small, family-owned winery dedicated to the craft of fine classical wine-making, wines that express the unique qualities of the vineyard sites, the growing season, and the winemaker's vision.
Ravines Sauvignon Blanc -
Showing all of the elements that make Sauvignon Blanc a favorite: lime, citrus, floral, steely, with a mineral tinge. With its firm acidity, aromatic intensity, and a long clean finish, this Sauvignon Blanc promises many interesting food pairings.
Proud Supporter and Collaborator with the
Seneca Lake Wine Trail
New York State’s Largest and Most Active Wine Trail.
In 1986, the Seneca Lake Wine Trail was formed in the heart of New York State’s Finger Lakes region to attract more visitors to experience its rich history, beauty, and production of world-class wines. Today, Seneca Lake Wine Trail is the largest and most active wine trail in New York State with a community of over 30 wineries, a distillery, several breweries and hard cider producers and a meadery.
Seneca Lake’s natural combination of deep water, at 632 feet it is the deepest of the Finger Lakes, and sloping hillsides provides the ideal microclimate for grape growing. Its unique geology and topography protect the growth of hardy native grapes and premium hybrids as well as more delicate varieties such as Riesling,Chardonnay, Cabernet Franc and Pinot Noir.
This Episode of Wine and Dime was brought to you by:
AMY IRVINE
IRVINE WEALTH PLANNING STRATEGIES, LLC
10 EAST MARKET STREET
CORNING NY 14830
WWW.IRVINEADVISE.COM
EMAIL: AMY@IRVINEADVISE.COM
Wine and Dime Episode 25 - Advising Physicians with Joe Matelich
In this episode of Wine and Dime I chat with Joe Matelich. Joe is a financial planner, who specializes in planning for Physicians. You can find more out about Joe's business by going to https://www.physicianadvising.com. In this episode we talk about some of the things that drove him to only working with physicians as well as some of the money "Stories" that he likes to tell. So grab a glass of your favorite wine and settle in for story time with Joe and Amy!
I hope you enjoy the conversation as much as I did and thank you for listening!
About Joe Matelich
https://www.physicianadvising.com/
Facebook - @physicianadvising
twitter - @physicianadv
Joe is a fee-only advisor and solopreneur at Physician Advising, where he provides physician-specific financial advice at a fair price. After work, Joe is typically found in the kitchen trying to match the timing of a hot meal to his wife's variable residency schedule.
Since Joe is a big fan of cooking, a fitting metaphor for Joe's work as a financial advisor is that of going to a highly recommended restaurant because the chef uses fresh ingredients and eats what he cooks. In financial planning and investment management, Joe's recommendations mirror his family's actions.
Books Mentioned on the show:
Happy Money: The Science of Smarter Spending
by elizabeth Dunn
Two professors combine their fascinating and cutting-edge research in behavioral science to explain how money can buy happiness—if you follow five core principles of smart spending.
Most people recognize that they need professional advice on how to earn, save, and invest their money. When it comes to spending that money, most people just follow their intuitions. But scientific research shows that those intuitions are often wrong.
Happy Money offers a tour of research on the science of spending, explaining how you can get more happiness for your money. Authors Elizabeth Dunn and Michael Norton have outlined five principles—from choosing experiences over stuff to spending money on others—to guide not only individuals looking for financial security, but also companies seeking to create happier employees and provide “happier products” to their customers. Dunn and Norton show how companies from Google to Pepsi to Charmin have put these ideas into action.
Along the way, Dunn and Norton explore fascinating research that reveals that luxury cars often provide no more pleasure than economy models, that commercials can actually enhance the enjoyment of watching television, and that residents of many cities frequently miss out on inexpensive pleasures in their hometowns. By the end of this “lively and engaging book” (Dan Gilbert, author of Stumbling on Happiness), you’ll be asking yourself one simple question every time you reach for your wallet: Am I getting the biggest happiness bang for my buck?
AMY IRVINE
IRVINE WEALTH PLANNING STRATEGIES, LLC
10 EAST MARKET STREET
CORNING NY 14830
WWW.IRVINEADVISE.COM
EMAIL: AMY@IRVINEADVISE.COM
This episode of Wine and Dime is Sponsored by:
Seneca Lake Wine Trails
Wine and Dime Special Edition - Total Wellness and Launching a Book with Karen Creamer
In this special edition of Wine and Dime, I talk with Registered Nurse, Author, and Holistic Health Coach, Karen Creamer. Karen is launching a book called "Honor You Health", and is available on Amazon, or wherever books are sold. In the book, Karen writes about a variety of holistic therapies, so that you can explore options that may better align with your ideas of health and wellness. We talk about the relationship between traditional and holistic medicine and a whole other slew of topics. It was a great conversation that I hope you will find intriguing as well as educational.
Karen Creamer
Author, RN, Holistic Health Coach
Karen Creamer is a Registered Nurse Health Coach whose own personal experiences combined with over twenty-five years as a health care professional uniquely qualifies her to blend conventional medicine with holistic healing measures to provide an integrated approach to making health care decisions.
Honor Your Health: How to Use Holistic Healing to Create a Life of Clarity, Comfort, and Connection
Are today's doctors getting paid to heal us or to harm us?
You spend a ton of your hard-earned money to be told what to do by medical professionals who, in many cases, do not support your values and instincts. You're told that if you follow the rules, you'll feel better ... but why don't you feel better?
It's been said "The definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and expecting different results."
Maybe it's time to find a new way--time to take back control and become a full partner in managing your health.
Author Karen Creamer understands. She suffered from health issues, but she found a powerful process to restore and maintain her health. Today she helps other people do the same.
Karen speaks with authority and compassion about holistic healing methods because she has been the beneficiary of them.
In Honor Your Health, you will
- Learn about a variety of holistic therapies so that you can explore options that may better align with your ideas of health and wellness
- Identify ways you can begin using holistic healing immediately for little or no cost
- Develop your own "self-care plan" to help navigate transitions in life
Create a life of clarity, comfort, and connection today!
Karens other books
Click to view on Amazon
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Michele Chiarlo’s extensive vineyards stretch over more than 272 acres of Piedmont, including the hills surrounding Canelli, which offer an ideal microclimate for growing Moscato. Grapes are hand harvested from select vineyards with southern exposure and placed in pneumatic presses, followed by a slow fermentation using natural yeasts to a low level of alcohol. Unfermented Moscato grape must is then added to fine tune the sugar levels. Finally, the wine is immediately bottled in order to preserve the characteristically aromatic, sweet fruit fragrance of the Moscato Bianco grape. The result is a wine with such a delicate finesse that Michele Chiarlo named it Nivole after the Piedmontese word for clouds.
This Episode of Wine and Dime was brought to you by:
AMY IRVINE
IRVINE WEALTH PLANNING STRATEGIES, LLC
10 EAST MARKET STREET
CORNING NY 14830
WWW.IRVINEADVISE.COM
EMAIL: AMY@IRVINEADVISE.COM
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