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Tonight on Twitter: A Rhone Ranger #RRLA Tasting & Chat with Icon Randall Grahm, Other Wineries.
This Sunday in LA, 40 Rhone Ranger wineries assemble in
LA to help the enlightment and evolution of local palates.
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As they did for the San Francisco #RRSF, the Rhone Rangers (@RhoneRangers) will host a live Rhone tasting on Twitter from 530-630 pm.
Simply follow hashtag #RRLA, the same hashtag that will be used at the event.
If you have to Google who Randall Grahm is your Rhone education is just beginning. Read about Randall Grahm , the original Rhone Ranger. Yours truly (@SonomaWilliam) will take part of course, never one to miss a Rhone event.
Bring a glass of a domestic Rhone, red, white or Rosé, your favorite Twitter client loaded with hashtag #RRLA, or click your browser here.
Open your Rhone bottle, share what you like, and interact with Rhone Rangers wineries, ask questions about all things Rhone!
See you on the Twitter airwaves, Thursday night as well as Sunday, where I'll 'broadcast live' from the event. Cheers and Rhone on!
Related Articles:
Sunday June 3 – Ride to SoCal With The Rhone Rangers at LA Pouring. (Also, Discount Code,Ticket contest & Live Twitter Tasting Thursday.)
Winery of the Month: Highlights of Bonny Doon Vineyard's 'Day of the Doon' at San Juan Bautista 'Popelouchum' Vineyard
Tuesday Mar 20th – Join The Rhone Rangers and "SonomaWilliam' for a Live Rhone Twitter Tasting 530-700 pm
March 24-25th in SF: "A Weekend Celebration of American Rhônes" or "Palate Enlightenment". Read, Learn, Share and Win Grand Tasting Tickets
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Followup to "A New Beginning & Old World Renaissance? Robert Parker to Cease Reviewing California Wine" – A Great Video I Must Share
Seven months ago, at the crack of dawn, catching an early article on Vinography, I wrote "A New Beginning & Old World Renaissance? Robert Parker to Cease Reviewing California Wine."
This has remained one of my most widely read and shared articles, second only to 'Shipping Included' – the Future of Direct to Consumer? An interview with Bonny Doon Vineyard.
I don't really like the wine sensationalism angle that many popular bloggers, and even some writers use. Yes it garnishes huge amounts of comments from other bloggers and writers, but that is not my intended audience, as honored as I am when they read Simple Hedonisms.
I wrote this article out of passion. I feel so strongly about a movement BACK to wines of balance, elegance, and modest alcohol that after several years of pontification I have put my money (all of it) where my mouth is and started a new micro label (<300 cases) called Two Shepherds. Rhone varieties (of course) Marsanne, Roussanne, Viognier and Grenache Blanc for white blends; Syrah, Grenache, Mourvedre, for reds. All under 14% alcohol, and all fermented or aged in neutral oak. Yes, even the Syrah. Final permits are being completed, and wines should for sale shortly. Or I will drink them all myself – my friends and I all seem to enjoy them!
Anyway, this article was one of passion and belief, not sensationalism, and it was well received by the industry. I was honored that well known writer Charles Olken, read and mentioned me in a post, even if he said I was being dramatic.
Early analysis shows its unclear how much this change to Antonio
Galloni will cause, and one must be realistic, but we ARE seeing changes, and there is buzz. Consultants who made a living 'Parkerizing' great wines may hopefully be researching consulting on wines of balance instead.
There is a very funny video, with a kernel of truth at its core. Its tongue in cheek, but it carries a message. My apologies if anyone finds the backdrop offensive.
Enjoy & cheers!
4th of July Weekend Marks Two Year Anniversary for 'Sonoma William' – and Brings More Changes, Evolutions & Decisions
It's snuck up on me again, perhaps because (as many echo to me) it is sometimes hard to imagine I have only been here two years. In many ways I feel like was always here.
Two Years Ago – The Long Overdue Journey Begins
I knew in my heart and soul, over 12 years ago this is where I would live: The result of working for a Petaluma startup and discovering Sonoma County's Russian River Valley. However being (at that time) in my early 30s's, and single, I was in denial a rural, agrarian county was the place for me, and instead lived in San Francisco and Marin, but sojourning regularly into Sonoma for work and play. Russian River Valley (I fell in love with Pinot, my 'first girl') and often Dry Creek Valley, became monthly visits.
Flash forward to 2009; after leaving the Bay area and brief stints in Seattle, Denver, and Baja Mexico, I returned to California in 2007 and was working in Silicon Valley.
A rapid series of life & work events landed me here in North Sonoma, newly single, on paid 6 months off, really not knowing anyone, and keen to dive, at least partially, into the wine industry. After much urging by friends, I also decided it was time to start a wine website and blog on it. I was fairly new to Facebook, not even on Twitter, but realized, with my background in marketing & technology, that these Social Media tools really could provide some social integration and networking, as well as establishing the brand of 'Sonoma William.' Today the blog Facebook page has 2400 followers, and Twitter, 4000.
Which incidentally I get push back on occasion as a wine writer. I write, travel, and review all wines and AVAs. Sonoma County is where I live and love, not my wine focus, per se. Although she holds a special place in my heart, and where above all other places, I choose to live.
I wasn't alone – we had other new entities like Hardy Wallace and Rick Bakas, all of us only a brief span apart. move into wine country. The differentiator for myself being I was completely independent and self funded. (Not that I wouldn't want a large or progressive thinking, funded, winery at my back!)
It wasn't long before I heard regularly – 'you are everywhere!'
Diving In
Things coalesced: I finished the blog site, self designed and hosted; I was fortunate enough to have good local Industry backing, especially of the North Sonoma Wine Road, and then it spread to organizations like Hospice du Rhone, and momentum just grew. More of my background and first adventures can be found in my post: 'Sonoma William' Joins Forces With the Rhone Rangers; Some History & New Directions. I jumped into 2009 harvest. I covered events and just waded in head first.
Alas, my 6 month 'sabbatical' ended prematurely and I had to stop mid harvest and begin the struggle of trying to balance time between two very distinct worlds.
Now, two years later much has evolved, personally and professionally, but one thing is certain – being involved in the wine industry was my calling – but on what path?
More Changes and Several Paths To Choose From Ahead
Two years later, a touch ironically, I am amidst another series of life changes.
Until last month, I have been head of sales for a small, VC funded, software company, which by its nature brings volatility, especially when you are subject to the whims of Venture Capitalists, and in turbulent times. Despite the fact I helped the company grow and 2011 was on target to meet or exceed another 25+ percent growth year, a never ending series of changes and re-orgs, my role was eliminated. Without the big corporate severance package this time.
It was clear this was an opportunity to assess and decide – is this the time to jump full time into the wine industry? I have had offers before (and now) – but the issue has always been a huge decrease in income, at a time with a new farm, small vineyard, and other projects where capital is needed…can I afford to? We shall see, for right now I am pursuing other avenues and interests, hopefully through Harvest 2011.
Additionally, a bit unexpected, I am in a relationship with someone, also in (and new to) the wine industry. After many years of focusing on everything but my own life, I am investing substantial hours per week in building and growing this relationship, and spending time with a person who completes my life in many ways. My 'usual' line of work involves heavy travel 2-3 days a week, every week, and has always made relationships a challenge, so I am welcoming the quality time getting to know a dear person I both greatly respect and whom I think the world of. Life is short, time is precious. It's time to live, love and practice what I preach about enjoying life's primary pleasures.
Wine Marketing Consulting
Over the last year, I had been doing some side consulting for marketing and social media integration to several clients, mostly in conjunction with wine Public Relations veteran Marie Gewirtz of MGPR, and occasionally independently. Given recent changes, I am now open to new clients, and have recently closed several with more request
opens for proposals. These can range from a Social Media only focus, helping launch Facebook, Twitter, building a following, integrating key applications like Cruvee and Google Analytics for measurement, training, and handing over the keys to the castle over some months, to campaign and event consulting, or a full blown soup to nuts Marketing , Public Relations, and Social Media campaign combining the resources and and experience of MGPR, and others who work with us.
I need to build an 'accolades' page, as we have already accomplished some great things, and I have also launched several projects including the new Santa Rosa Wine Trail. I also teach seminars for Wine Organizations, teach at Sonoma State University, guest lecture at Santa Rosa Junior college, and have presented at winery's national meetings. Work has never been this much fun, or fulfilling, until now.
In the background I have been working to create my own small brand, focusing on Rhone blends, producing 7 barrels of Rhone varietals (175 cases) and am going through all the fun paperwork. (Especially daunting has been the name creation.) I have had help and coaching from many people, ranging from Rhone icon Randall Grahm of Bonny Doon (whom I feel guilty to even contact) to the guidance of local winemakers Darek Trowbridge (and Steven Washuta) (Old World Winery), Alan Baker (Cartograph), Dylan & Tobe Sheldon (Sheldon Wines) & Kevin Hamel, veteran Sonoma wine maker and consultant. Busy with their own small artisan wine brands (all personal favorites) , these people have been kind enough to mentor me.
The ultimate size of this label? Remains to be seen… I think this is my long term future…but is that five years out? Ten? It's still TBD as I let it happen somewhat organically. Joining with a life partner, investment partner who is also a passionate wine aficionado could accelerate this. My experience with Venture Capitalists makes me reluctant to create a business plan and raise outside investors who aren't hands on involved, and like minded.
Wine Writing, Press Tours, and Wine Judging
At the same time, my following and reputation as a wine writer seems to have really accelerated. Readership is high, for a niche wine website. Requests for media coverage and event press passes flow in. I am having to decline some wine samples, based on backlog, capacity, and really wish I again had active wine writers again for events and reviews.
A new twist has emerged that I am excited about – wine judging. In early August I will be a judge in the Mendocino County Wine Competition. In September I am judging the Sonoma County Harvest Fair, our biggest competition. And in November I am judging in a brand new competition called the Garagiste Festival.
Additional requests for press and media tours continue. I recently have been spending time exploring Mendocino County with a press tour and Paul Dolan biodynamic writers camp. In July I am one of six writers selected on a all expense paid week media tour in Spain, sponsored by Freixnet, and visiting properties and wineries
of the 22 brands, including Ribera and Rioja. Wine writing doesn't pay, but it has its perks!
Stepping into the Rhone Rangers Board of Directors, and Starting the North Coast Chapter
Life has been so busy, I haven't even had time to craft a press release about our record Rhone Rangers San Francisco Grand event, nor my appointment to the Board of Directors last month.
Additionally, I am also spearheading the new North Coast Rhone Rangers chapter, in the footsteps of the successful Paso Robles chapter. Our initial goal is a map of Rhone producers with an electronic map for Sonoma, Napa, Mendocino, and Lake Counties. More on this in a separate article, but if you are a winery that fits this or can recommend one, please contact me ASAP. I love working with wineries, but if you have ever done any cross winery work, you know its cat herding at its finest!
Where Does It All Lead?
The above items are by far a complete list; add in the monthly social events host for 100+ people, the live tastings I do, and much more, life is very full! But where does this lead? I often get asked where is my 'master plan'?
Atypical for me, I don't have one. I see multiple possible paths in front of me, and I am letting them play out, somewhat organically, or naturally. Water follows its own path, and in this case, I think my life will as well.
I can't wait to see what the 2012 Third year anniversary summary brings! Cheers!
Seeing California Chardonnay in a New Light: #Chardonnay Day Greenhouse Tasting, Attendees Top Picks. Up Next – Aug 18 Pinot Day
May 26th was international #Chardonnay day, organized by wine social media entity Rick Bakas. I am a believer in the varietal focused Live tastings, so to support of this, I held a private tasting of selected, 12 distinct producers, showcasing a variety of regions.
The Impact of Social Media Twitter Tastings
Rick did an excellent job covering the results in his article recap. Some highlights:
- Reach was over 4 million people.
- 29 MILLION impressions
- 12,000 related tweets
So…as a chardonnay producer, why didn't you take part?
Combating Chardonnay Backlash
As this event drew near, I was observing some murmurs of backlash. One wine writer/blogger whom I respect and consider more knowledgeable than myself, reacted on Twitter by saying "celebrating Chardonnay day was like celebrating McDonalds." Wow, jaw dropping, how did we get here? Even if you took the opinion that California produces no good chardonnay (somehow out of the thousands of Vintners)….you are writing off this varietal and all of the amazing French, widely varying styles? The Grand Cru white Burgundies? Steely, minerally Chablis? Really?
If there is one thing I stand for as a wine writer, its pursuit of assisting others in their wine education by exposure, and ending some of the inane myths. Calfornia chardonnay has come a long way, as highlighted by Chronicle wine writer Jon Bonne' in Chardonnay regains respect – now to maintain it.
It's slightly ironic – a wine writer & evaluator who often expresses support for lesser known varietals, rushing to the aid of Chardonnay? The 'Rhonehound' himself battling against the ABC (anything but chardonnay) crowd? The United States Number One white varietal hardly needs my help, right? Don't get me wrong, I can't stand vineyards in Europe have ripped out traditional unique varieties to plant this chardonnay. I scratch my head at very hot regions growing chardonnay, when the vineyard would do so much better with whites intended for warm climates.
But, this reaction, and some of the feet dragging I was also getting from industry friends in supporting the tasting, made me all the more determined to provide some perpective. Much of the 'ABC' backlash, in my experience, comes from exposure to only the big California, oaky butter bombs, like the popular Rombeur chardonnay. This style has earned the term 'cougar juice' – its a valid style, and if you like it, great. But what a shame to write off one of the most diverse white wines there is, just because of one style.
Chardonnay is like a blank canvas, and responds, expresses well the many options available to a winemaker from fermentation vessels (new oak, neutral oak, concrete, stainless), aging vessels (same), primary and secondary fermentation options, climate, ripeness, clone selection and so many other variables. If you like a steely sauvignon blanc, or a modest Rhone white blend, odds are there are styles of Chardonnay you will like.
If you are one of those "real wine drinkers don't drink white" or "I don't drink white" …your journey of exploration and awareness has far to go. Once you truly open up the world to white wine and its hundreds of varieties and styles, globally, and its more subtle nuances, your world is forever changed. Never stop trying, tasting, or exploring.
The Producers I Gathered
At first, not knowing how many I would get for this tasting, I extended offers to friends and producers I liked. As word got out and the day got closer, last minute requests flooded in, and I had to say no to some, not because I didn't like the wines, but I had space constraints, keeping the audience to around 80 people, wanted focus, and most importantly, diversity, by region and style. I had originally planned only six producers.
This is the great lineup I ended up:
- Rivino Winery from Mendocino poured their stainless/no ML chardonnay.
- kopriva – 2009 Carneros unoaked Chardonnay paired with Hog Island Oysters.
- Inspiration Vineyards – 2008 & 2009 Russian River for comparison
- VineCrowd (representing k. furtado & Hirsch) VineCrowd is a new site that provides wine drinkers with the opportunity to connect directly to a handfulof cutting edge, independent wineries through a user-friendly social web driven website. Poured the 2009 Hirsch Vineyards Chardonnay and the k. furtado Bien Nacido Chardonnay.
- Donelan Wines poured their 2009 Donelan Nancie Chardonnay (also with Vinecrowd.)
- Gloria Ferrer – Started with a splash of Blanc de Blanc bubbles, then their new release 2008 Carneros Chardonnay.
- Old World Winery 2008 Chardonnay, Tweek Block.
- Jordan 2008 & 2009 Chardonnay.
- Vintage Wine Estates Chardonnay from Sonoma Coast Vineyards, and Windsor Vineyards RRV.
- Chamisal Vineyards from San Luis Obispo: -Chamisal Vineyards (Edna Valley) – 2010 Stainless Chardonnay and 2008 Estate Chardonnay-Pine Ridge Vineyards (Napa Valley) – 2008 Dijon Clones Chardonnay (Carneros)
You can view a more detailed 2 page spreadsheet that attendees received that have more notes on each wine, here on Google Docs.
Event Feedback – A Huge Success
I have been writing and discussing regularly that wine tasting events need to evolve to new formats. Based on feedback both from attendees and producers, and we may have hit on one here. Since the event was private and went to mostly friends, most of the crowd was very knowledgeable, with a heavy mix of industry.
Feedback was gushing next day. A PR wine veteran shared they had been reluctant to come and came away with a completely fresh perspective on California chardonnay. Many echoed similar. Producers expressed they were very happy with the very high level of enthusiasm and sincere interest. The greenhouse was abuzz with energy and excitement. It was one of the most lively tastings I had observed in some time. Most of the photos are courtesy of Damon Mattson Photography – you can see the whole Facebook album here.
We couldn't have fit any more people inside. I had expected people to come in waves, but for the most part they clustered around the same time. Space got a bit tight, and noise a bit loud, but neither became unmanageable. To accommodate more people – additional space outside the greenhouse, and/or two different times would be needed. I am examining a number of tweaks for the next event.
The Top Picks By Attendees
With 12 producers and 17 wines, not everyone tasted through them all. (Self included.) There were several surprises for me, and some wines I really liked I had not had before. My personal favorite of the ones I tried was the Donelan 09 Nancie. Twenty four hours of skin contact gave great aromatics and texture, the wine maker Tyler exercises restraint with oak, and produced and elegant, unique expression of Chardonnay. I was pleasantly surprised with the new 2008 Gloria Ferrer. Their still wines are made for food pairings, and thus their Chardonnay is often more robust, but this year had greater balance than previous vintages, and I thought was an excellent value. The Rivino stainless, no malo chard was also a standout. Unoaked chard can sometimes be a bit too bright and austere, but this had excellent round fruit and weight.
I hope to do a review of all the wines, as I only got to about half, and had little time to really focus. Each producer donated a bottle to that effect.
Below is a chart of the attendee picks. I almost hate to publish top picks, as by design, these were all quite different, and feedback from attendees was that it was hard to pick.
For this 'contest' attendees picked their top 3. Not everyone voted, (only
about 35% did) and as mentioned, not everyone tasted through all 17 wines poured. I will streamline consumer feedback for the next event with improved handouts, and perhaps may use simple scores of 1-10.
The chart is simple: it shows the number of votes each wine received as an attendees' #1, 2 or 3 vote. As you can see, the votes are very spread out, with all wines receiving some votes.
'Total Score' is the unweighted total number of votes. The 'Winner' was determined by the 'Weighted Score;' 3 points for a #1, 2 Points for #2, 1 point for #1. I also highlighted in gray, the top 3 in each ranking.
The Winners
1. kopriva : No matter how you slice the data kopriva was the favorite of the day. (I have always been a big fan). This wine is a direct opposite of a California cougar juice. The kopriva team were also brilliant to pair it with Hog Island oysters, who's briny minerality make it shine. Indeed, in bragging about to kopriva to a friend once, she thought it was decent, but a bit plain for her. We then paired it with some oysters, and she fell in love too.
kopriva garnished 22 percent of the #1 picks, as well as the highest #2. Weighted or unweighted, they had the top overall score – bravo!
2. Donelan 09 Nancie chardonnay: Their inaugural release, inched out a #2 choice. The 2nd highest weighted score.
3. Hirsch 09 : The Hirsch 2009 had the 3rd highest weighted score.
From here the numbers quickly clump, again reflect a wide like factor of all the wines. Pine Ridge, Chamisal, Rivino, and Gloria Ferrer also did well.
What's Next – Pinot Day, August 18th – Taking Applicants
I am a co-host for Ed Thralls of Wine Tonite for the 2nd Annual #PinotSmackdown. Pinot's from various regions will be compared and people will vote for their favorite region during this live tasting.
As I did with Chardonnay, I will be seeking a certain profile of Pinot. There has been moderate wine press recently by Jon Bonne', Jancis Robinson and others, discussing Pinot Noir starting to return to its more elegant form. Over the years Pinot has crept up in color and alcohol, over ripened and over extracted, chasing the new World Palate, and trying to lure less knowledgeable drinkers weened on Cabernet, who think there is something wrong with red wine that is light in color.
I am looking for Pinot that is more reflective of the vintage, terroir, and is balanced, with good acidity. If you are a Pinot producer that fits this, and would like to pour, or have someone represent you and pour, please contact me. If I am not familiar with your wine, I may request a sample prior to accepting. Right now we are focused on OR and CA, but I would love Pinot from any region and importer that fits the targeted intent.
I also intend to lead and organize a Rhone varietal tasting this fall, on behalf of the Rhone Rangers.
Next Event – Venue Tweaks
During the event, I thought there were a few glitches and areas of improvement:
Parking: Thanks to last minute unexpected rain, one side of the road was bad for parking, and despite warnings in the email update, AAA pulled out 4 cars! Winter tastings and parking will be a challenge in the winter I will need to address, as both sides of the road become unparkable in wet season.
Temperature: Luckily we had a normal Russian River summer evening and the weather cooled down. That is normally the case, but a summer heat spike out of the norm, could impact our Pinot day tasting.
Twitter Coverage: All in all things came out well, but there is always room for improvement. I had a lot to do to pull this off and get my place ready, and I ran out of time on a few things I had planned. Technical glitches prevented me from projecting the Twitterfeed. AT&T works poorly on the farm, so I had extended wifi coverage to reach the Greenhouse, but many people were not aware. One producer shared disappointment, they only saw their brand mentioned once. I was so busy, and I think people were so engaged, social media coverage became secondary to face to face interaction. Personally, I only had time to Tweet twice! There is also the challenge that people know the hashtag, secondary hashtag, and your Twitter handle. I will improve signage and communication next time, but people don't often read details. More check-in help would also be useful.
Wine Sales: I'd like to explore permits so wineries could take orders. Again, the cost must be low. Wineries don't want to pay table fees, and consumers don't want to pay high entry fees; so keeping costs low is a part of this. Even just selling a small amount of wine, helps offset the ROI for the winery for the event. (Time, travel, wine.)
Crowd Breakdown: I'd like to perhaps divide the tasting into two times and groups, and perhaps start with a Trade (Retail, restaurant, distribution) and Media Tasting, and then an everyone else. Part of the problem is that despite all the events I host; I haven't done a good job creating a trade list – something I will need to work on.
Thoughts and Feedback
I'd love any comments, ideas and suggestions. Also if you were one of the 80 attendees or 12 producers pouring, share your thoughts and comments.
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2nd Annual Pinot Noir Smackdown – August 18th, 2011
Pinot Noir eyes a new era of restraint
Wine Tasting Events Must Evolve – An Example at the Saturday June 11th Vinify Winery Collective Event in Santa Rosa
I have been writing and vocalizing regularly these last few months that Wine Tasting events are going through an evolution. With more and more wineries and associations holding events, organizers are seeking ways to stand out and be unique. This is especially true for the 'walk around' tasting format where many producers are under one roof pouring for consumers walking around, such as the many Fort Mason events.
The Evolution of Wine Tasting Events
As someone who attends and covers a wide range of events, both as media and consumer, and who organizes many as well, I feel there are two themes that must emerge:
Smaller, more focused tastings:
The lines of people 4 deep waving their glasses like baby birds demanding food begats little in my opinion. As a consumer (or worse, Media) it means that there is no chance for meaningful dialog with the producer. (Unless you are one of the mannerless that hog the table irregardless.)
As a producer, you may think its great to pour for this many people, but you aren't leaving an impression with many, but simply doling out 'juice'. More is not always better, there needs to be a balance. Being able to successfully target enthusiastic, interested consumers, eager to learn and experience, instead of just party goers, is a key part of success as well.
A chance to buy, right away, a wine the consumer likes:
Evolutions in handheld and mobile Point of Sale systems (POS) are enabling this, and doing well at events like the San Francisco Vintners Market, the upcoming Taste of Mendocino and more. Many wineries are very small, have limited production and sales distribution. Paying for shipping is a proven barrier to consumer sales. If I loved a taste of something I tried, especially from a remote winery, why NOT buy it then and there. Its only logical.
As a new Board member of the Rhone Rangers, I keenly set my sights on this enabler. The usual challenge and expense of ABC licenses add expense & paperwork, but this evolution is coming, and is beneficial to the local artisan and the economy.
Many consumers are not aware, but these events are expensive, especially for a small winery. They carry the cost of table fees, travel, lodging, and the many bottles of wine they pour. If a winery can sell enough wine to cover their costs, that makes the ROI much
more palatable, instead of tryi
ng to justify only the 'soft' benefits of pouring my wine to new consumers. If they can actually make some money – bingo! After all, winemaking isn't a non profit venture, although it can sometime feels like it!
Voila – The Vinify Wine Collective Tasting
This Saturday, Vinify Wine Services, a custom crush facility located in Santa Rosa that houses boutique winemakers from Sonoma County is offering a unique event. Their member wineries, who produce wines from highly acclaimed vineyards all over the North Coast , representing over 12 varietals and 40+ finished wines, will be holding a special tasting, that exemplifies what I just discussed.
These are small, artisan producers, many of whom have no tasting room and limited distribution. At this event, not only can you taste their wines, but you can walk out the door (after you pay) with your favorites. Some of these are culty producers with waiting lists, others are new emerging stars.
$25 lets you experience these wines, and take home a Riedel Burgundy glass. A variety of cheese & other nibbles will also be available. I attended this event last year, and was impressed, look forward this tasting with great anticipation. Click here for more information, and tickets. Space is limited. See you there!
Producers Include:
- Baker Lane
- Bjornstad Cellars
- Lattanzio Winery
- Sojourn Cellars
- Westerhold Family Vineyards
- Calluna Vineyard
- Jemrose Vineyard
- Barbed Oak Vineyards
- Argot Wines
- Desmond Wines
- Frostwatch Vineyard and Winery
- Olson Ogden Wines
- Gracianna Winery
- Vaughn Duffy Wines
- Audelssa Estate Winery
- Wren Hop Vineyards & Winery
- Super Sonoman Wines
- Kanzler Vineyards
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Mendocino Wine Region – My Growing Love Affair & Weekend Tour; Taste of Mendocino June 13th, A Fresh Unique Format
The North Sonoma Wine Road launches their iPhone App: Review & User Tutorial
I have repeatedly given kudos to the Wine Road organization – in my opinion one of the leaders in Wine AVA marketing, innovation, and social media integration. Despite the economic downturn, their events continue to sell out and show year over year growth, no small feat in these last few years. Beth Costa, the Executive Director embraces tools and media, old and new, giving their 190 members a voice that is consistently heard.
The Vision of the App – More Timely, Updated Information in the Hands of Consumers
Launching an AVA (region based) wine app isn't new. But bleeding edge isn't always leading edge and early release of an app that has minimal value in today's crowded world of iPhone apps means you risk losing attention after a poor first impression. The Wine Road app is a great example of 'measure twice, cut once.' Premature launch can be the death of a product or concept.
Beth said she is thrilled to finally have this option to tell guests about when they are planning to visit the Wine Road.
Historically we have been known for our printed winery map, but in the past few years more and more travelers rely on their phone for directions and information. We are also seeing more last minute travelers, who don't have time to order a map in advance. We needed to address the changing needs of our guests and this app hit it right on the head. The Twitter feed is also a great way for folks to join in the conversation with all of our winery and lodging members and I know customers are going to appreciate our Wine 101.
Are you an Android user? Not to worry, Beth confirmed that a droid version is in the works!
Getting It Right
This app gets it right in a several key functional themes.
First – much of the reference information is available without Internet access. This is critical as Internet access, via phone or WiFi, is not assured when in many wine regions, and Wine Road has its dead pockets, just like any other. (Although I can't encourage wineries enough to put WiFi in their tasting rooms.) North Sonoma is full of small, non palace wineries, off the beaten track.
A online only map to your next location,or a directory, isn't a lot of good if you don't have 3G access on your phone. Yes, even Verizon has pockets of spotty coverage.
This core benefit isn't by accident, the developer is Darwin 3D, the brilliant husband and wife team who have designed apps for Hospice du Rhone and Paso Robles to name a few. The former being the best based event app I have used, the latter representative of a wine region who has a fair number of wineries who also have no 3G coverage.
Sorting and filtering is a another key feature. In the first release you can tell the app to filter by the 5 'regions' in the Wine Road maps. (Russian River, Dry Creek, etc.) Thus you can tell the app to only show you the venues in say, Healdsburg. In the second phase, due shortly additional criteria will allow for very specific information filtering, such as varietal, picnic areas, tours and more.
Mapping – Online & Offline
When you open the app, it immediately wants to know your geographic location, and requests permission. This allows the app to hone in on wineries close to you. You can of course over ride this, and choose between maps one of two ways: (1) Google based maps or (2) Wine Road Maps (offline) by clicking the 3rd button 'Maps.'
Google Maps
This can actually be used if offline, but it's best functionality is when connected. Like many iPhone apps, you can 'pinch' with two fingers to zoom in and out. In my opinion the best 'wired' mapping integration comes from clicking the second button 'Wineries' then "Distance' and then a list, in order of distance from you, is displayed. You can then click a winery and see all its details. Then you can click on its address, and go to the Google Maps app, which will give you turn by turn driving directions. (Note, do not drive and do this. Its obviously not safe, and if witnessed by the law, comes with a big fine, even at a stop light.)order diflucan
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Key iPhone app direction tip: If the list of wineries by location close to you is wrong, your iPhone needs a map 'nudge'. This happens frequently in my experience with any location based app. To fix it, launch the Mapss app that came pre-installed, and let it triangulate your location. If THAT needs a nudge, click the tiny arrow in the lower left of screen.
Offline Wine Road Maps
If you touch 'Mapss' then 'Wine Road Maps' you now have the ability to view the same maps as on the Wine Road website and printed map, with the very latest updates and new members. It starts with the overall view, which is good only for reference. Too see wineries, you left and right scroll, and choose between the various sub maps like Dry Creek, Russian River, Healdsburg. You can then pinch to zoom in and out as desired.
The last button of the app, Settings, allows you to filter wineries, restaurants and lodging by the 5 Wine Road sub regions. Simple touch which ones you want in or out, and thats all you will see. Very useful to unclutter the app and just focus in on where you are. As mentioned earlier, the next release will expand upon this theme greatly.
Other Key Features
If you start at the home page of the app, you can see a number of features. Some, (the Buy Tickets, Book a Room, and WineRoadWine101 buttons) launch to external website. Others are completely integrated such as Lodging, which like wineries supports and lists lodging by distance and region; and Concierge, which does the same for restaurants. There is some basic Twitter integration in Phase 1 (you must first authenticate the app) with more coming in Phase 2 and beyond.
Phase Two of the App, and Shiny New Wine Road Website – Coming Soon
Targeted for mid July the Wine Road is gearing up for a major new website update. Substantial effort has gone into redesign to clean up the look of the new site and really focus on the pages that customers use frequently: events, maps and the videos.
One of the new features will be a "Wine Road on the Road" link where wineries will be able to post all of the special tastings they are participating in throughout the country. If you live in Phoenix and can't get to here, you can see who will be pouring in YOUR area.
The site will offer an expanded photo gallery, more videos and every member will have links to their Facebook and Twitter accounts. Wine Road also wanted to make it as easy as possible for visitors to share any and all pages with their friends, so they have included "share this" buttons on most pages, and have updated to Google maps.
Other useful features like lists of new wine releases and an easy to use "book a room" feature with Wine Road lodging members.
iPhone App Phase Two
The new web site release then triggers Phase 2 of the iPhone app which will offer more search features for the
wineries, such as varietals, tours, wineries with picnic areas, and their tasting fee structure. Annual event information streamlined along with their full event calendar and a small version of our photo gallery… so you can see what you are missing, if you're not here along the Wine Road. New members, events, release etc will be updated in real time – every time they update the website, it will automatically update the information on the app!
Download the App – Its Free – and Give it a Whirl
You can search in the iTunes store for Wine Road or simply click here. Don't forget these work on iPad and iPod Touch as well!
I am pleased to have been able to personally help with its progress and criteria. Wine Road Executive Director, Beth Costa reached out to me for input for suggestions and design criteria, knowing my technology background, combined with my social media and marketing integration focus. The Wine Road and its members are dear to my heart, and after using too many Wine apps that didn't hit the mark, I was happy to assist. I think the end result is excellent, and Phase 2, only weeks away, even better.
Please feel free to post comments, questions, and suggestions here. Thanks for reading – and if you find the article useful, take a second to share it with your Facebook and Twitter friends, cheers!


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It's been a long time coming but coal is making a comeback in Australia's energy mix, with coal-fired generators lifting their share of Australia's main power market in February.
As a result, carbon emissions from the National Electricity Market covering most of eastern Australia rose for the first time in two years, according to energy consultants Pitt & Sherry.
Black and brown coal-fired power plants supplied 75.2 per cent of the NEM's power last month, up from 73.8 per cent a year earlier. A reduction in Snowy Hydro's output also helped drag down the share of power from renewable sources, said Hugh Saddler, principal consultant with the company.
Australia's stationary power industry, which is directly covered by the carbon price, has been one of the few sectors of the economy to show a reduction in carbon emissions. In the year to last September, the industry's emissions totalled 178.7 million tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent, according to government data.
Soaring gas costs as domestic prices rise towards global levels have also prompted generators to lower or even close gas-fired power stations, such as in Queensland.
The main constraint on emissions from the power sector may be falling demand for power, which has been sinking for the NEM for more than three years. Alcoa's shutting of its aluminium plant near Geelong later this year, said Dr Saddler, was likely to remove 3 terawatt-hours of annual demand, or about 7 per cent of Victoria's total.
The growth in wind power, which supplied 4.1 per cent of NEM's power last month, may also stall if the Abbott government lowers or delays the renewable energy target following a review now under way. About 786 megawatts of new wind generation capacity is committed to be built, adding to the 2743MW already operating.
Separately, a report to be released by Telstra on Friday will show that investments in information communications technologies could save $8.1 billion a year in energy and travel costs. Investments since Telstra began publicising efficiency opportunities in 2007 had already yielded $1.6 billion in annual savings, with another $6.5 billion available, said the company's group managing director Paul Geason.
Maximising those savings would also cut 27 million tonnes of carbon pollution, the report said.

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There are all sorts of Pokémon! Weird looking ones, ugly ones, bad*ss looking ones; then there are the cute ones that look so cuddly you wish they were real, so you could have them as a pet. As a kid (well even now) I always wished Pokémon were real. I mean some are just so darn cute! While most baby Pokémon are created to look adorable, a lot of first chain evolutions share the cuteness factors.
This week's community blog challenge, hosted by Lost_in_Translation, was to create a "Top 10" list.
The Challenge:
"What I'd like people to do this week, is create top 10 lists! In case you hadn't noticed, this is the 10th week of these blog themes. I'm a big fan of symbolism, and I also like having a little fun with things, so this time around I want people to make a top 10 blog. What that top 10 blog is about is entirely up to you. I strongly encourage you to come up with something different and unique, though. Don't just do "top 10 videogames" or "top 10 movies." Maybe analyze the top 10 Fire-themed levels in gaming," or come up with the "Top 10 greatest twists in TV history." Something like that. More importantly, add some descriptions to your top 10 list. Anyone can just list 10 things off, but the truly great blogs list things, and provide a sweet reason why."
Simple enough? WRONG! I actually had a whole 'nother blog written, but then scratched the idea half way through, instead I'm going to turn it into a separate blog which will come out whenever. Hence, I went with my go-to write about Pokémon! I love Pokémon. I could have done, Top 10 cool looking ones, top 10 most destructive, 10 top that make the less sense, etc.
I wanted to kill everyone with cuteness, so with no further ado here are the Top 10 Pokémon that I think are just too cute! This is my personal opinion, so feel free to disagree and sound if in comments your favorite cutie-pies!
CLASSIFICATION: Flash Pokémon
TYPE: Electric
EVOLUTION CHAIN: Shinx → Luxio → Luxray
POKÉDEX ENTRY: The extension and contraction of its muscles generates electricity. It glows when in trouble. All of its fur dazzles if danger is sensed. It flees while the foe is momentarily blinded.
CLASSIFICATION: Fox Pokémon
TYPE: Fire
EVOLUTION CHAIN: Vulpix → Ninetails
POKÉDEX ENTRY: When it is born, it has just one snow-white tail. The tail splits from its tip as it grows older. While young, it has six gorgeous tails. When it grows, several new tails are sprouted.
CLASSIFICATION: Gratitude Pokémon
TYPE: Grass & Grass/Flying
EVOLUTION CHAIN: Legendary
POKÉDEX ENTRY: It can dissolve toxins in the air to instantly transform ruined land into a lush field of flowers. The blooming of Gracidea flowers confers the power of flight upon it. Feelings of gratitude are the message it delivers.
CLASSIFICATION: Long Nose Pokémon
TYPE: Ground
EVOLUTION CHAIN: Phanpy → Donphan
POKÉDEX ENTRY: As a sign of affection, it bumps with its snout. However, it is so strong, it may send you flying. It is strong despite its compact size. It can easily pick up and carry an adult human on its back.
CLASSIFICATION: Puppy Pokémon
TYPE: Fire
EVOLUTION CHAIN: Growlithe → Arcanine
POKÉDEX ENTRY: It is very friendly and faithful to people. It will try to repel enemies by barking and biting. It has a brave and trustworthy nature. It fearlessly stand up to bigger and stronger foes.
CLASSIFICATION: Kitten Pokémon
TYPE: Normal
EVOLUTION CHAIN: Skitty → Delcatty
POKÉDEX ENTRY: It can't stop itself from chasing moving things, and it runs in a circle, chasing its own tail. It shows its cute side by chasing its own tail until it gets dizzy.
CLASSIFICATION: Rabbit Pokémon
TYPE: Normal
EVOLUTION CHAIN: Buneary → Lopunny
POKÉDEX ENTRY: Its ears are always rolled up. They can be forcefully extended to shatter even a large boulder. When it sense danger, it perks up its ears. On cold nights, it sleeps with its head tucked into its fur.
CLASSIFICATION: Evolution Pokémon
TYPE: Normal
EVOLUTION CHAIN: Eevee → Vaporeon, Jolteon, Flareon, Umbreon, Espeon, Leafon, Glaceon, Sylveon
POKÉDEX ENTRY: A rare Pokémon on that adapts to harsh environments by taking on different evolutionary forms. Thanks to its unstable genetic makeup, this special Pokémon conceals many different possible evolutions.
CLASSIFICATION: Mouse Pokémon
TYPE: Electric
EVOLUTION CHAIN: Pichu → Pikachu → Raichu
POKÉDEX ENTRY: It raises its tail to check its surrounding. The tail is sometimes struck by lightning in this pose. It has a small electric sac on both its cheeks. If threatened, it releases electric charges from the sacs.
CLASSIFICATION: Wish Pokémon
TYPE: Psychic/Steel
EVOLUTION CHAIN: Legendary
POKÉDEX ENTRY: Generations have believed that any wish written on a note on its head will come true when it awakens. It is said to have the ability to grant any wish for just one week every thousand years.
So tell me,
Which Pokémon do you think has the cutest design?
.. if you're not into that
Which Pokémon is your overall favorite design?


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Jun 30 2009
The Boys Are Leaving Town (again)!
Winnie-tv #5 – Japandroids from Winnie Cooper on Vimeo.
Winnie is very proud of our hometown boys.
Check out our latest episode of Winnie-tv featuring Japandroids. They play the title track of Post Nothing for us from the tiny rehearsal space they rent and talk about a recent near death experience and Calgary.
Their second attempt touring North America is underway. The Japandroids are coming to a city near you! Take a look at the groups space for their July through August tour dates and see first hand how hard two dudes can rock.
Japandroids – The Boys Are Leaving Town
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Five Four Musicians Who Practice Witchcraft
Gerald Gardner founded Wicca in the 1960s, though many claim the idea was originally thought up with assistance by Aleister Crowley. Regardless, the faith has become one of the most prominent neopagan belief systems in the world, and the pentacle symbol used by adherents is even approved for use in military cemeteries after lawsuits were filed on behalf of Patrick Stewart, a Wiccan soldier killed in Afghanistan in 2005.
Several pop and rock stars have "come out of the broom closet" as it were, and are open, practicing witches. They include...
Sully Erna at The Woodlands, October 23
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5. Sully Erna, Godsmack: Godsmack did what they do best here in Houston last Saturday at Buzzfest. Singer Sully Erna has long been a very outspoken proponent of the Wiccan religion. He takes a very spiritual view of his faith, and is the first to remind interviewers that hard work is the key to musical success, not ritual magic.
"Wicca helped me a lot, in my personal life, but we recorded a good album and got signed," said Erna in an interview with NYRock.com. "We didn't brew a potion with adder tongues or threaten to cast a spell over a record-company exec."
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March 8, 2013 Jacqueline Novogratz joined an inspiring line-up of speakers at TEDxEuston 2012. What makes TEDxEuston unique is that is focuses on spreading the work and ideas of a new generation of African leadership. The talks are presented to a mainly African audience, and especially those who are living outside the continent seeking to engage with Africa in an active and meaningful way.
Jacqueline's talk touches on the themes of identity, finding meaning, and "coming home" to your true self through the relationships you create and the ideas you hold dear. She also highlights our work in Africa with a broad range of investee companies: from combating counterfeit medicine through Sproxil's mobile production authentication to restoring economic livelihoods in war-torn Northern Uganda with Gulu Agricultural Development Company.


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A process book for a 2012 design thesis project that aimed to rekindle girls' confidence and combat negative female stereotypes.
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Ibrahim justifies this crackdown on the press by saying that the Libyan culture doesn't understand the media's role. "Libya is not ready for a free press," Ibrahim said when asked why reporters can't leave the hotel on their own, adding that the civil war here has stopped the democratic changes that were allegedly right around the corner. "To ask us to now come at a time of war to just let journalists free and not be able to guarantee their security is absurd for me."Qaddafi slams NATO "murderers"
But many areas of Libya appear capable of letting reporters do their jobs without government interference. In the rebel controlled city of Benghazi, reporters are allowed to travel freely, both at the front lines of battle and in the streets. They come and go as they wish, and are not required to have a member of the National Transitional Council with them whenever they set foot outside the hotel.
The larger problem, however, is the stories journalists here aren't able to tell. Stories about those sympathetic to the rebels but too afraid to stand up because of Qaddafi's history of torturing and killing his own people, stories about women and children being used as human shields against attack, stories of weapons hidden in mosques and playgrounds so NATO won't destroy them. These are all stories reporters have had whispered to us, but are unable to prove because of the dictatorial regime. While Qaddafi's Libya may be dangerous for journalists, it is deadly for its citizens.
"We were leading a process of political change, including more freedom of the local and international press in the country prior to the events that took place in Libya in February," Ibrahim maintains, blaming his country's four decade suppression of free speech on the uprising four months ago. "This process was interrupted by the violent rebellion that took place in February."
It has become a standard line among crumbling dictatorships to tell the world that their country is not ready for democracy, and the freedoms that come with it, as a last ditch effort to try and maintain their grip on power. But as Libya's neighbors Tunisia and Egypt have shown, democracy can take hold whether the countries are ready for it or not. And that's not something Moussa Ibrahim, or Qaddafi himself, will be able to explain away.


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The red steel "fireman's braces" are in place, the concrete "mega columns" have been erected and the glass-box entrance has been suspended from 30-odd 6mm steel cables – although it could use a polish.
Conceived in 2008 during the global financial crisis, the development of the premium office building, jointly owned by Singapore-based Keppel REIT, was a bold move by the property group.
"The decision to commence without a pre-commitment was very brave at the time," said Mirvac's chief executive of development and group strategy,
But Mr Draffen said the building's location, unique design and relatively modest net leasable area of 19,000 square metres gave Mirvac confidence to go ahead.
More than half of the building – 56 per cent – has been leased. Law firm Corrs Chambers Westgarth were the first to sign on with 8000 square metres across levels nine to 18, which they will move into in September when they leave Governor Phillip Tower.
Joining them is QBE Insurance Group. Chief executive John Neal and the general insurer's finance and risk team will be perched in the top four floors with sweeping views of the heads of Sydney Harbour, snatches of the Harbour Bridge and a bird's eye view of what will be the glass dome on Macquarie Bank's 48 Martin Place office.
Both leases remain private but property analysts have estimated they are in the order of $1200 to $1300 a square metre, at the peak of the Australian commercial market.
Mirvac's leasing consultant John Byrne said legal and financial services firms were expressing interest in the remaining space.
The building exhibits Mr Rogers's "inside out"-style, which he popularised with the Pompidou Centre in Paris, a joint design with Italian architects Renzo Piano and Gianfranco Franchini. Materials and innovative engineering techniques are exposed to the outside, such as the red beams that criss-cross up the building's sides and give it wind load support.
Internally, the design incorporates"vertical villages" of uninterrupted floorplates. Mr Rogers said these promote a "flexible working environment that is able to respond quickly to changing demands in the marketplace over time". Corrs's chief executive John Denton said it would make for a more collaborative workplace.
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It is better to assume the person in front of you is going to suddenly turn right as you pass them rather than not assuming it and being in an accident. This kind of anticipation and alertness is vital on the roads. It could make all the difference between suffering a personal injury and getting from A to B without any incidents occurring at all. Which would you prefer?
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Masons help sponsor Christmas at OLOL
Area Masons, individuals and businesses held a Christmas party for patients at the Our Lady of the Lake Children's Hospital on Dec. 23.
Brenda Durbin, A.J. McPhate, Family Dollar Stores, Coca-Cola and Central Wal-Mart hosted the event. WAFB news anchor Lauren Westbrook presented meal cards for Subway restaurants to Patty Prentice of OLOL for needy families. BudKing, dressed as Santa Claus, and the Acacia Shrine Klown Unit visited all the children.
Keep La. Beautiful receives Dow grant
Keep Louisiana Beautiful, the state's nonprofit volunteer organization dedicated to litter prevention and waste reduction, has received $3,900 from Dow Chemical's DOWGives Louisiana Community Grant Program toward its Seeding for a Better and More Beautiful Tomorrow Project.
KLB will distribute cypress seedlings to the community while promoting environmental sustainability and protection of Louisiana's natural resources in January. Designated distribution points will be coordinated near six different plant locations with representatives from affiliates handing out seedlings at each location. Attached to the seedlings will be an informational card with instructions on how to plant and care for the tree, as well as information on the Dow and KLB partnership.
About 3,000 people will benefit from this project, including communities around the six Dow plants.
EBR GOP women hold Christmas event
East Baton Rouge Parish Republican Women held its Christmas luncheon on Dec. 11 at the City Club to install 2013 officers and honor outgoing President JeanneneKogler for her service.
Guest speakers and presenters of community and state awards to Kogler were Mayor Pro Tem Mike Walker, state Rep. Hunter Greene, Public Service Commissioner Scott Angelle, Clerk of Court Chief of Operations Greg Brown and Louisiana Federation of Republican Women President June Williams.
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The titration of 25.0 mL of an iron(II) solution required 18.0 mL of a 0.265 M solution of dichromate to reach the equivalence point. What is the molarity of the iron(II) solution?
33.2 °C - 25.1 °C = 8.1 °C Would my answer be 8.1 °C or 8.10°C ?? I have to consider sig figs but idk if 8.10 °C would be correct & if that should be my final answer??
Chem (HELP!!)
Test tomorrow too! I don't understand how to do these at all! HELP PLEASE _______________________________ 3.) 11.45 L of milk spilled on the floor. How many gallons spilled? 6.) Suppose 19.0 quarts of water is consumed by a thirsty dessert traveler. How many fluid ounces ...
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These will give me ANSWERS ONLY.Can someone explaint to me how to do these????
Yes they are Chemistry Questions. I have Chemistry rn and these are the questions that we are doing.
1.) It took Beethoven (the composer, not the dog from that movie) 4.5 years to compose the Ninth Symphony (this may not be true, I made it up). How many decades did it take him? 3.) Michael bought a pumpkin that had a mass of 18,165 grams. What was the mass of the pumpkin in ...
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A rifle shoots a bullet upward from an initial height of 5m. After 3s, its height is 20m. What is the bullet's velocity at this time?
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Christina has three more quarters than dimes. The total value of the dimes and quarters is $13. How many quarters does she have?
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Find the heat of reaction (ΔH) for each of the following chemical reactions and note whether each reaction is exothermic or endothermic. 1. H2O(l) -> H2O(g) This is what I have so far: H2(g) + ½ O2(g) -> H2O(l) ΔH = -286.0 kJ/mol H2(g) + ½ O2(g...
A small taxi company has a 48-car fleet Of the 48 cars, 1/2 are toyotas, 3/4 are Hyundais and the rest are Fords. How many of the company's cars are Fords? A) 8 B) 12 C) 16 D) 24
In this reaction solid NaOH is added to approximately 100 mL of 0.500 mol/L HCl. Trial 1: 2.02 g of solid NaOH is added to 102.0 mL of the HCl solution. The temperature goes from 22.00°C to 32.0°C. Calculate the heat evolved in each trial (Q). I'm confused on how ...
In a constant-pressure calorimeter, 65.0 mL of 0.330 M Ba(OH)2 was added to 65.0 mL of 0.660 M HCl. The reaction caused the temperature of the solution to rise from 24.28 °C to 28.78 °C. If the solution has the same density and specific heat as water, what is ΔH ...
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The following sentence contains _____. We like him as much as them. an adjective clause a noun clause an elliptical clause no subordinate clause I think "as much as them" is an adverb clause but since it's not an option, I'd choose "no subordinate clause...
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Would a feather have more air resistance than a lump of lead?
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For centripetal acceleration, if the radius increases, does that mean the angle is decreasing?
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solve using substitution method: x=-5 y=2 z=0 x+3y-z=1 -4x-2y+5z=16 7x+10y+6z=-15
A crate sits on wooden horizontal surface (a wooden floor). The figure shows a top view of this looking down onto the crate (gravity would be acting into the page). Man one and man two apply forces F1 and F2, at angles of θ1 and θ2 respectively, with the goal of ...
When 1 mole of ethylene (C2H4) is burned at constant pressure, 1410 kJ of energy is released as heat. Calculate dH for a process in which 10.0 g of ethylene is burned at constant pressure.
When 1 mole of ethylene (C2H4) is burned at constant pressure, 1410 kJ of energy is released as heat. Calculate (delta) H for a process in which 10.0 of ethylene is burned at constant pressure
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The eaves of a roof sloping at 23° overhand the walls, the edge of the roof being 75 cm from the top of the wall. The top of the wall is 5.4 meters above the ground. What is the height above the ground of the edge of the roof, to the nearest centimeter?
Two ladders are the same distance from the base of a wall. The longer ladder is 15m long and makes an angle of 58 with the ground. if the shorter ladder is 12.6m long, what angle does it make with the ground?
If 2 dice are tossed 1000 times, predict the approximate number of times each sum below would occur in 1000 tosses. 2: 3 4 and so on until 12 HOW DO U DO THIS?!
What should be underlined or quoted in this sentence? The Dance of the Sugarplum Fairy is a melody in The Nutcracker Suite. The nutcracker suite underlined? What about famous dances?
calculate the solubility in grams of KCL3(s) per 100 ml of water
Higher to noise ratios can be achieved in FTIR spectra compared to spectra from dispersive IR instruments. How is such a useful feat achieved in FTIR
Are these answers correct? 1. Which layer of the sun's atmosphere are you looking at when you look at an image of the sun? Photosphere**** Chromosphere Corona Prominence 2. Which of the following materials could have been found in the giant cloud that formed the solar ...
Carbon monoxide and hydrogen react according to the equation: CO(g) + 3H2(g) CH4(g) + H2O When 1.00 mol CO and 3.00 mol H2 are placed in a 1L flask at 1200K and allowed to come to equilibrium, the reaction mixture is found to contain 0.387 mol H2O. What is the molar ...
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The aquarium was sealed and placed at a bright corner. After two weeks, both the number of water plants and water snails increased. (a) Besides their gaseous needs, state one other way in which the water snail and the water plant are interdependent.
Find the surface area of the cylinder to the nearest whole number. The figure is not drawn to scale. 13 in on top, 14 in around/
Calculate the approximate pH of a 0.1 M solution of ethanoic acid at 298 K, given that the dissociation constant, Ka, is 1.75 x 10-5 mol/L at 298 K.Ethanoic acid dissociates in aqueous solution as follows: CH3COOH(aq) + H2O H3O+(aq) + CH3COO-(aq)
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Through beta decay, 55Cr (Chromium‑55 with mass 54.94080 u) emits an electron (0.00055 u) leaving a daughter nucleus of 55Mn (manganese‑55 with mass 54.93800 u). a) How many different particles to we get out of this reaction b) How much energy in MeV is ...
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A group of 9 workers decides to send a delegation of 3 to their supervisor to dicusss their grievences. c.) If there are 4 women and 5 men in the group, how many delegations would include at least 1 women? iS THIS CORRECT: C(4,1)xC(5,1)+C(4,3)XC(5,0)=24
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A company predicts that this years sales will be equivalent to 144% of last years sales. Which value represents 144%? A. 14.4 B. 1 11/25 C. 1.56 D. 14 4/5
Chemistry (Acid/Base)
Consider a solution made by mixing 100 mL of 2.0 M acetic acid (Ka= 1.8e-5) with 100 mL of 0.00020 M benzoic acid (Ka= 6.4e-5). How many moles of solid NaOH must be added to the solution so that half of the benzoic acid is protonated (i.e. such that [HA] = [A-] for benzoic acid)?
What types of intermolecular forces allow CO2 to dissolve in water? Do CO2 and H20 have a relatively strong or weak attraction?
Jill said that an angle is made of any two rays. Is she correct? Explain
Glen created a mural on a rectangular sheet of paper with a width of √18 feet and a length of √24. A. Find the exact area of the mural, in simplified form. When Glens mural was unveiled, the school made a smaller version of the mural to advertise the event. ...
If you have 225 grams of Ca3(PO4)2, and 185g H3PO4; calculate which is the limiting reagent, which the XS reagent, and how much product you will produce from the limiting reagent (in grams) Ca(PO4)2 + 4H3PO4 = 3Ca(H2PO4)2
If you need to produce 355 grams of oxygen gas (O2) in the electrolysis reaction of water by an electric current. If the reaction is run at 125 degrees Celsius in a reactor volume 22500ml. What is the pressure of the produced oxygen in mm Hg?
If you have a 1255ml of a 10.55 M solution of HCl and you need to dilute the solution to 1.555 M solution; How much solvent must you add?
In a 25.8 liter vessel of nitrogen gas that is heated from 10 degrees Celsius to 110 degrees Celsius to reach a final pressure of 17450 mm Hg; how many grams of N2 do you have in the vessel?
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When using a double slit with light of wavelength 504 nm, it is observed that the 4-th order maximum of the interference pattern occurs at the positions of the first minimum in the diffraction pattern. If the width of the slits is 0.24 mm, what is in mm the separation of the ...
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Turley named director of North Huntingdon development initiative
North Huntingdon leaders are taking steps to bring new businesses to the township.
In an effort to stimulate development, the township commissioners named assistant manager Mike Turley as the director of its development initiative. Turley will help encourage businesses, ranging from high-end office and research jobs to light manufacturing, to come into North Huntingdon, municipal Manager John Shepherd said.
"His goal will be to attract the types of businesses the board (of commissioners) would like to see in the township," Shepherd said. "We've already seen retail and some fast food restaurants come without doing anything, but now we're looking for different businesses to offer higher-level jobs.
"Those types of jobs are good for our residents, and they're good for expanding and diversifying our tax base."
Turley plans to work with an informal committee, made up of members of the board of commissioners, planning commission and township residents to discuss ways to potentially bring more commercial development into the township.
The initiative stemmed from discussions between the planning commission and board of commissioners, Turley said. Both boards want officials to take a proactive approach to attracting businesses to North Huntingdon, he added.
Turley plans to work with members of both boards, along with township residents and business owners to develop the imitative further, he said.
"There is a good amount of interest from the planning commissioners, the board and expertise in the business community," Turley said. "There is a lot of diversified expertise needed, so involving all those parties and individuals would be important.
"We just need to get some energy behind this, so it gets moving and doesn't just fizzle out."
Shepherd said officials may consider hiring a consulting firm to work with township officials on an as-needed basis to develop a plan to encourage development. Officials also plan to develop an inventory of vacant commercial properties, he added.
"We want to do more than just having one person, sitting in an office, calling companies and asking if they want to come to North Huntingdon," Shepherd said. "That's not enough to truly attract the types of businesses we hope to attract."
Brad Pedersen is a staff writer for Trib Total Media.


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- Released: Nov 20, 2007
- Sound: 9
- Lyrics: 7
- Overall Impression: 9
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Sound — 9
Never Enough sprung, mostly from the depths of the recently broken up rock/alternative/thrash band, Eighteen Visions. With their ex-guitarist Keith Barney and ex-drummer Trevor Friedrich, alongside Lylah's vocalist/guitarist Norman Matthew, they recorded a captivating self-titled album. Released on December 4th, 2007, and I bought it that day, after hearing "Poison Heart." The first track, "The Craving" sets the mood with a mysterious mash of percussion, synthesizers, with a simple melody. Then throwing it into the catchy "To the Bottom" with a solid riff to dance to, while harboring a little of Marilyn Manson-sounding tunes. The record as a whole seems to have mostly drums and synthesizer and not as much as guitar as I would like, but that doesn't mean guitar's not there. It is defiantly there, but the effects on the guitar make it sound much like a synthesizer, making it hard sometimes to tell the difference between the two. Never the less, it's a great listen to.
Lyrics — 7
Lyrically, it can feel a little repetitive. Not as in every song's the same, but the chorus line is repeat many times in some of the tracks. But it's not something one would usually mind in this case. "This is an outlet for all the love, rage and sadness in our lives. We know there are people out there that are just like us... Passionate and lonely... People who still truly care about what's going on in the world around them and not just what's right in front of them." Yes, most of the songs deal with loneliness, love, but face other issues as well. Insecurity (The Devil I am), Rage (No One Cares) and one notable dropkick at the church in the song, "On Sunday." At the beginning they have a 33 second recording of a woman testifying against her church. "And I believe it was meant only for, the insiders in the church office building but it got out as a lot of things do uh, get leaked, in uh, Utah, especially in Salt Lake and Proval. Where he basically said that one of the greatest dangers to the church were gays, feminists, and intellectuals, and uh, there were a large group of us who fit into these categories, it was like a slap in the face. It was like, 'We don't want you.'" and from there Norman comes in singing about the flaws of the church. And towards the end of the song, we have the minister (I think) defending himself, "I suppose, uh, I've, I think I remember saying those things..if it's in print I said it. And uh, th-that's, part of the alert. Alerting, simply because down the road there's unhappiness." Singing-wise, Norman is pretty good, but unfortunately to 18v fans, he doesn't really scream.
Overall Impression — 9
The most notable songs off this record include (or at least my favorites) are "Poison Heart" "On Sunday" "Where the Rain Never Stops" and their cover of Tears of Fears's "Shout." Most covers of originals are just ok, but this one left me with, "They pulled it off, and they did it fantastically." If this were lost or stolen, I would buy it again. It was worth the wait, and the money. Never Enough's beats and and catchy atmosphere stays in my mind for hours after I'm done listening to them.


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Eyelet Baby Cardigan by Sirdar Spinning Ltd.
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Eyelet Baby Cardigan
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Eyelet cardigan with one-button fastening. The pattern includes an option for a waistcoat (separate Ravelry entry here).
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Dylan Thomas Neglected in Academia
That's right. Dylan Thomas has unfortunately gone gentle into that good night...
See this, from Wales Online:
He has influenced film-makers, rock stars, politicians and generations of writers the world over.
But an international expert on Dylan Thomas has accused the academic world of ignoring the Swansea-born poet's wide-ranging volume of work.
Swansea University's Dr John Goodby claims there has been no full-length academic study of Thomas' poetry since 1966 – the year England won the World Cup and three years before man stepped on the moon.
His own academic study, The Poetry of Dylan Thomas: Under the Spelling Wall will be published in Spring 2013 with Liverpool University Press, and he is editing a New Edition of the Collected Poems of Dylan Thomas.
Dr Goodby, based in the College of Arts and Humanities at Swansea University, said: "Thomas' poetry was more translated than that of any other English language poet of the 20th century apart from TS Eliot.
"And Dylan Thomas societies flourish in as far afield as the USA, Canada, Japan, Poland and Australia.
"But Thomas is currently neglected in academia, the last major study of his works being done by an American, William T Moynihan, back in 1966.
"There have been short studies done by respected Welsh academics, notably Walford Davies, but no full- length examinations.
"I think the academic world turned its back on Dylan because he kind of fell between two schools.
"English critics believed WH Auden was the great writer of the 1930s and '40s and many Welsh critics believed Thomas was 'not Welsh enough' maybe because of his stilted, BBC accent.
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