Notes from the cellar
Fermentation has its own seasons. Expansion vs Contraction.
by: Alexandra BeaulieuPublished on: 02/06/2026Fermentation does not follow your calendar. It follows its own. In this piece, Alexandra Beaulieu explores the three phases every wine and cider moves through, expansion, contraction, and release, and how to recognize them.
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How to Start a Micro-Winery from Scratch (Even Without a Vineyard)
by: Alexandra BeaulieuPublished on: 01/04/2025A practical guide to starting a micro-winery from scratch, even without a vineyard. Learn how to begin small, design intentionally, and build with confidence.
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