Category Archives: People

Harvest 2014 is Underway!

Posted on July 30, 2014 by kortvb

Despite the fact that one of my neighbors is still shooting off 4th of July fireworks every evening, harvest started in the Napa Valley today. Yes, that harvest. The grapes. The grapes that make the wine that makes all this … Continue reading →

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Third story in four weeks. Does this make me a veteran?

Posted on January 25, 2013 by kortvb

I was very happy to find out yesterday afternoon that my latest story would be running in today’s Napa Valley Register. When I write my own stories, the editor just holds them until a week when the Friday wine section … Continue reading →

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New Year, New Job: Reporting for the Napa Valley Register!

Posted on January 4, 2013 by kortvb

One of the great things about life is never knowing what’s going to happen next. Take my new job, for instance. As I spent more and more time becoming immersed in the Napa Valley, I kept meeting people and learning … Continue reading →

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What could be better than living in the Napa Valley?

Posted on December 19, 2012 by kortvb

Aah, it’s funny how perspective depends upon your point of view. Many of you know how fortunate I feel that Laurie and I moved here 19 months ago. In many ways it is the best decision of my life, and … Continue reading →

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(Just another) Afternoon on Pritchard Hill

Posted on September 28, 2012 by kortvb

Two Saturdays ago Laurie and I were able to participate in the second annual (at least we hope it will be annual!) “Afternoon on Pritchard Hill,” which was put on by five of the wineries located in this often-overlooked sub-region … Continue reading →

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