Winemaking After working for nearly 20 years at both Domaine Chandon and Mumm Napa Valley, including production time at Moet Chandon in France and Domaine Chandon in Australia), I have a strong bias towards traditionally made sparkling wines. But I also have a great appreciation for any of the pinot variants (blanc, gris, meunier, noir, and even chardonnay). And I like the unusual and unique varieties and styles that one comes across from time to time. My winery, 16019, is one of--if not the--smallest freestanding bonded wineries in the United States, with a mere 104 square feet. My case production is therefore quite limited, and every wine is truly handmade. Not a "garagiste"...a "shediste"! | Wine Chemical and Sensory Analysis My laboratory is designed for analysis of my own wines, for performing experiments and validations of common wine analyses, and for tasting and testing commercial wines of interest. I'm an enologist (see my resume) and I believe that understanding the chemistry and microbiology of the process is critical to making high quality wines. I am also a sensory scientist, and I appreciate the complexity of the psychology, physiology, and biology of all of the human sensory systems. My lab is certified by the United States Department of the Treasury Trade and Tax Bureau. | Consulting and Training During my recent sabbatical, everyone asked for help with the same types of problems. Laboratory results were not of adequate quality and staff needed training and education. So, I've turned my enthusiasm for the technical aspects of wine analysis into an online education and training program. Anyone can access many of the modules, which demonstrate common techniques and issues. The modules can be viewed anytime, day or night, from any computer with internet access and a flash player (you probably have it). Or, I can tailor a program specific to the needs of an organization, complete with certifications and test-outs. The training and education programs can also include site visits and/or online real time conferences to save on travel expenses. |