We Welcome Savanna Grow: Manager of Events

Savanna Grow Joins the Chateau Julien Team

Manager of Events

Carmel, CA (May 2012)… Chateau Julien is pleased to announce the appointment of Savanna Grow as Manager of Events. With a degree in Journalism and an emphasis on Public Relations from CA State Northridge, Savanna brings her experience, excellent organizational skills and enthusiasm for creating all kinds of special events.

Savanna has already managed grand events in our Chai as well as intimate luncheon parties in our vineyard and says she loves to “Put an idea to life and watch it unfold”. She is also learning first hand how to create the perfect affair as she plans her own wedding which will be this June. Proprietor Bob Brower states her education and experience was an ideal fit for the growth and development of our company.

Mother's Day Weekend

 

Mother's Day is this Sunday and we are celebrating Mom 

all weekend at Chateau Julien

Chateau Julien is offering free tasting's for mom all weekend long.
We also will be showcasing a One-Woman-Show with local artist Shelley Cost.
Shelley will be here painting both Saturday and Sunday from 1:00 - 4:00.

Shelley Cost is known for the exceptional warmth and life reflected in her oil paintings. Graduating with a fine arts degree from UCLA, Shelley joined her talented father, James Peter Cost, in the Cost Gallery-Carmel for twenty-nine years. Recently, she has been selected to provide artwork for the 2010 US Open. Originals and their reproductions are now available at Images Gallery, directly across from the Lodge at Pebble Beach.

 Why not pack a picnic lunch,
Taste some delicious Chateau Julien wines, 

meet renowned artist Shelley Cost and make a day of it!

 

I really enjoyed this review from the Wine Weirdos! 

Ultimate Wine Challenge

We are so proud of our fabulous winemaker Bill Anderson and want to say Congratulations on the excellent score from the Ultimate Wine Challenge. Our score of 87 is considered a "Very Good, Strong Recommendation". In addition to the strong scoring, we also received a "Great Value" emblem which is fantastic! I included the final list of our category, check out the stiff competition. Royalty Red has surpassed some impressive wines in taste and demolished most in value!

If you have not tasted our newest blend, here are some notes to entice you:Royalty Red has a deep dark red hue, and rich purple edge is followed by a plum, jammy aroma reminiscent of freshly ripened fruit. Its mild, smooth tannins showcase a bit of oak aging, balanced with complexity through the finish.

 

3 Tips for Wine Tasting

I wanted to blog some great information from the May issue of Wine Enthusiast.  This is taken from an article by Ryan Hamilton. You can read more great articles here: http://www.winemag.com/

Three easy wine tasting tips that will
ensure you have a great experience.
I think the last line of number 3 is important “Have Fun”!

1. Eat a big breakfast at least two hours before your tasting. You should avoid strong -flavors; so don’t eat anything spicy or garlicky. Forego coffee if you can, and don’t smoke before your tour: That’s the worst thing you can do to your palate. Drink a lot of water between tasting wines, and don’t be shy to use a spittoon. Bring a note pad to take tasting notes, focusing on appearance, nose, palate and conclusions. Make it fun and give it a -personal score so you can remember which wines you liked best. The ideal time for wine tasting is 10 am to midday, when your palate is clean and fresh.
2. Focus on small producers rather than big, commercial wineries. With smaller wineries, you’ll get a more intimate experience. Make sure to call ahead (or have your tour guide do so) to make sure the winemakers are expecting you. Chateau Julien has a couple tours each day for only $7 or free with your wine tasting. As the only fully operating winery, you should definitely check out our vine to wine experience!
3. Hire a driver or have a designated one. You don’t have to overdo it, but if you’re making a day of it, you’ll want to sit down to a nice lunch and learn about pairing foods with the wines you’re drinking. It just makes for a more relaxed and educational experience. Most importantly? Enjoy the culture, and have fun.

Don’t forget Chateau Julien is accessible on the Grape Vine Express!  Walk or taxi to the nearest bus stop and head on down to our tasting room. http://www.mst.org/wp-content/media/24.pdf

I'd love to hear from you about what you think is important to remember when wine tasting?

Support Team Chateau Julien

Chateau Julien is proud to support the MCVGA in their 

3rd Annual Winery Walk, Rock & Run!

This is a great event and the foundation's main fundraiser for scholarships for agriculture employee's children. Last year over $15,000 in scholarships was given away. If you would like to help Chateau Julien meet our personal goal of $2000 there are a couple ways to help.

First, join our team! It would be a fun way to spend a Saturday afternoon raising money for a great cause! We would love to see our old friends and meet new ones.

Second, you can donate to Team Chateau Julien. Donations are tax deductible. (Tax ID #31-1790962)

 

To donate, click here

For more information on how to join Team Chateau Julien, click here

!!Raffle Prizes!!

If you donate any amount your name will be entered in our raffle!!
There are 2 awesome prizes:

  1. 2 tickets to our Holiday Extravaganza. This fabulous event sells out every year and is a fun and festive way to kick off the holiday season.

  2. A picnic basket filled with fabulous Chateau Julien wine paraphernalia.

Please contact Melinda if you have any questions

The First Sign of Grapes!!

I participated in a fantastic tour with Melinda, Patty and Shawn over the weekend. One of the most exciting parts was when we observed the very beginnings of our grapes. Look at that beautiful little cluster. Now, as long as we keep the voracious little birds, deer and gophers away, this cluster will stand a chance!

  

Check us out on Pintrest! We are gathering a beautiful collection from Weddings, events, the Chateau, the Vineyard our wines and more. Do you know what Pintrest is? Well, I'll tell you. Pintrest is a virtual pinboard! It is a very cool social networking site based on photos. Each user has a theme board where you can upload pictures of your own or 'pin' others images that you like. Let's say you are getting married, create a board where you can fill it with all the beautiful images of flowers, venues, desses, food, location... Several people have already 'pinned' our wedding photos to their boards. Personally, I have a recipe pinboard which I use all the time. Any boards you would like to see from us? I am starting to gather a month to month photo series of our vines. It is amazing to see the changes and I thing will make an interesting collection for a new Pintrest board.

Vintage Affair 2012

Our Vintage Affair was a huge success. Check out some fun pictures from last weekend's event!



Chicagoland

To all our Chicagoland friends, 

we are proud to release Chateau Julien wines at Woodman's in Carpentersville. 

Stop by if you are in the area and check out this awesome display!

This is a coupon period (where legal) Up to $15.00 mail in rebate on 6 bottles purchased. See coupon for details. 

    

2009 Merlot

Tasting Notes: Forward Fruit aromas of ripe plum, cherry and soft raspberry balance mild tannins and a hint of cedar. A full bodied palate with complexity through the finish.

Appellation: Monterey County.

Varietal Composition: 85% Merlot, 15% Cabernet Sauvignon Barrel

Aging: Aged for 14 months in 1 and 2 year old French and American medium toast oak barrels after 12 days of warm, temperature- controlled fermentation on the skins

2009 Cabernet Sauvignon

Tasting Notes: Aromas of dark blackberry fruit, dark chocolate and spice and highlighted by the perfect touch of vanilla. Medium bodies and well balanced, with structure throughout a full, round finish.

Appellation: Monterey County.

Varietal Composition: 100% Cabernet Sauvignon.

Barrel Aging: Slow fermented on the skins for two weeks and aged 14 months in 1 and 2 year old French and American barrels. 

   

2009 Royalty Red 

Tasting Notes: A deep dark red hue and rich purple edge is followed by a plum, jammy aroma reminiscent of freshly ripened fruit. Its mild, smooth tannins showcase a bit of oak aging, balanced with complexity through the finish.

Appellation: Monterey County.

Varietal Composition: 48% Merlot, 36& Cabernet Sauvignon, 16% Syrah

Barrel Aging: Aged for 12 months in 1 and 2 year old French and American medium toast oak barrels after 12 days of warm, temperature controlled fermentation on the skins. 

2010 Moscato

Tasting Notes: Refreshing aromas of White peaches, honeydew melon and ripe apricots are balanced with a hint of citrusy lemon. This off-dry, easy sipping wine has a great mount-feel with a bright, crisp finish. A wonderful aperitif, paired with a selection of light cheeses or sorbet.

Appellation:Monterey County.

Varietal Composition:100% Moscato. 

2010 Chardonnay

Tasting Notes: Aromas of ripe peaches, pear and lemony citrus are complemented with notes of toasted vanilla on the palate. Nice texture and balanced acidity with well-integrated components through a full finish.

Appellation: Monterey County.

Varietal Composition: 100% Chardonnay.
Barrel Aging: One hundred percent barrel fermented and aged for 9 months in 1 and 2 year old French and American medium toast oak barrels. 

2010 Pinot Grigio

Tasting Notes: A forward floral aroma of sun basked honeysuckles complements lively acidity and fresh melon nuances. This lighter style wine holds a full mouth texture and soft lingering finish.

Appellation: Monterey County.

Varietal Composition: 97% Pinot Grigio, 3% Gewurztraminer 

    

New Wine Blog Features Chateau Julien Wine Estate

CHECK OUT THIS NEW CARMEL VALLEY WINE BLOG BY CLICKING THE LINK.

http://www.carmelvalleybytheglass.blogspot.com

San Francisco Chronicle Article - 10/24/2010

French-inspired chateau in Carmel Valley vineyards
Sarah Fritsche, Chronicle Staff Writer

San Francisco Chronicle October 24, 2010 04:00 AM Copyright San Francisco Chronicle. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.
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Carmel Valley offers a trove of tucked-away charm. Most tasting rooms in the valley serve as outposts for their respective wineries, located elsewhere in Monterey County. Chateau Julien, however, offers a complete vine-to-wine experience.

The vibe: Cradled by picturesque hillsides, the winery is built in the style of a French chateau. Walking up the cobblestone path toward the entrance, you're struck by the grand elegance. The wood-beamed ceilings of the Great Hall, wrought-iron chandeliers, large fireplace and 18-foot mahogany table that serves as a tasting area all add to the ambience. Handblown stained-glass windows and French doors give an airy feel. The hall also serves as gift shop and awards showcase, displaying the winery's numerous wines and accompanying medals and ribbons.

The team: In 1978, New Jersey natives Bob and Patty Brower moved to Carmel with the goal of establishing a winery that reflected the charm, hospitality and quality of wines they had fallen in love with while traveling in Europe. Four years later, they opened their French-inspired winery. Winemaker Bill Anderson has been with the winery since it opened in 1982.

The wines: Anderson strives for straightforward elegance in his wines. While the winery's focus is on reds, with Merlot as its flagship varietal, they also produce a number of whites. A tasting of six specialty and reserve wines is $5. During our visit, my friend and I started off with a 2009 Gewurztraminer ($22) and a sur-lie 2008 Private Reserve Chardonnay ($32). Moving onto reds, we sampled a 2006 Private Reserve Merlot ($42), followed by the 2006 Black Nova ($78), a Zinfandel-Syrah blend. We also got to try a wine not listed, the 2007 La Conviviance ($90), a Bordeaux-style red blend. We capped off the tasting with a Carmel Cream Sherry ($28).

The experience: We visited the winery on a quiet Tuesday morning. Our host, Fina, who's been with the winery for over 25 years, was warm, friendly and thoroughly knowledgeable about the wines and the winery's history. She even helpfully offered us advice on a shortcut to our next destination.

The extras: An inviting cobblestone courtyard is perfect for taking in the scenery over a glass of wine. Cheese plates are available for purchase, or BYO goodies. Free winery tours are offered at 10:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. during the weekdays and 12:30 and 2:30 p.m. on the weekends; it's a good idea to reserve a spot. Tours last approximately 45 minutes and include the vineyards, winemaking facilities and barrel room. Considering the tours include tasting, it's a steal.

Private tours and tasting packages are available with advance reservations. The winery's facilities can also be rented out for private events.

If you go: 8940 Carmel Valley Road, Carmel; (831) 624-2600 or chateaujulien.com. 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday-Friday; 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday-Sunday.

Rating: Rating: THREE STARS

This article appeared on page M - 6 of the San Francisco Chronicle



Read more: http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2010/10/22/TRUS1FLJAD.DTL#ixzz13hEzi9Od

For Immediate Release

Carmel, Ca- With a degree in Enology from Fresno State University, second generation Bobby Brower Jr, joined the Chateau Julien team as National Sales Manager earlier this year. After nearly thirty years in production, Chateau Julien wines will now continue to be represented by the Brower family nationwide. The Wine Estate’s Proprietor, Bob Brower will work closely with his son in the national market to solidify existing accounts and re-align Chateau Julien wines in the retail segment of the market.

“We are thrilled to have Bobby on board,” comments father and Proprietor Bob Brower. “His fresh, exciting perspective has brought a new life to the brand nationally, while the distributors and sales teams still receive direct contact from a winery family member. Bobby grew up around the vineyard and Wine Estate, so it is a natural fit.” Brower Jr. is based out of New York, with a nationwide territory extending west to California and south to Texas. After years of roaming the Estate grounds as a child, he has more recently learned about the industry through summer vineyard work, cellar jobs alongside Winemaker Bill Anderson, regional wine sales and as President of the Fresno State Enology Society.
Chateau Julien Wine Estate is family owned and operated by Bob and Patty Brower in Carmel Valley, California. The winery produces wines under three tiers: Chateau Julien Proprietary Blends, Private Reserve and Barrel Selected. Varietals are locally grown in Monterey County and include Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Malbec, Syrah, Sangiovese and Pinot Grigio. For more information on Chateau Julien wines or the Wine Estate, please visit www.chateaujulien.com

Proprietor, Bob Brower, in Stutgart, Germany

Explaining our new package and new vintages to Martina, Pacific Wine Company in Stutgart, Germany - September 2010

Wine feature in Kansas City, Kansas

Bobby gets his first Holiday feature in Kansas City, Kansas at Lucas Wine & Liquor. This display features our new Holiday Case Card and our new Mail-In Rebate coupon.
Great job Bobby!

Check out this Wedding at Chateau Julien

http://brunkblog.com/2010/08/25/neha-raj-married-chateau-julien-wedding-carmel/

The wedding pictures are very memorable - Click on the link

Ferrari Event at Chateau Julien Wine Estate - August 2010

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Walking around the Chateau Julien winery during the Ferrari Club of America Pacific region meet.
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Chateau Julien Wine Estate - Proprietor

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With "Proprietor" you get messages from Bob and with "National" you get messages from Bobby (National Sales Manager) and son of Bob and Patty!

The Ultimate Beverage Challenge results are in.

The Results of the Inaugural Ultimate Wine Challenge Are In!


June 22, 2010 (New York, NY) - The first Ultimate Wine Challenge was conducted at Astor Center in New York City this past June 7-11. Operated by Ultimate Beverage Challenge, a New York-based beverage competition and events company created by award-winning journalist/author F. Paul Pacult, David Talbot and Sue Woodley, Ultimate Wine Challenge set a new standard for how wines should be evaluated by panels of judges.


The Chairman’s Trophy 2010 winners are:

Champagne: Piper-Heidsieck Rare 1999, $275.00

Red Blend: Chateau Julien la Conviviance 2006, $90.00

For the complete list of results, go to www.ultimate-beverage.com/uwc2010-results/

Four panels of best-of-the-best judges led by Judging Chairman F. Paul Pacult - specifically Jennifer Simonetti-Bryan MW, Mary Ewing-Mulligan MW, Laura Maniec MS, Steve Olson, Nick Passmore, Ed McCarthy, David Lusby, James Conley, John McClement, Michael Apstein, Patricia Savoie, Mary Gorman and Sean Ludford, Assistant Judging Chairman - carefully assessed nearly 500 domestic and international wines. The judging panels did not know the identity of any of the entered still, sparkling, fortified and sake wines in order to promote a completely level playing field for all entrants. Entrants were judged on the 100-point rating system in multiple stages to arrive at the top wine per category. All wines were judged in flights according to price, grape type and region. The highest scoring wine in each category was awarded the coveted Ultimate Wine Challenge Chairman’s Trophy.

Said Pacult of the first Ultimate Wine Challenge, “With UBC’s emphasis on integrity, method and credibility, coupled with the enormous experience of our world-class judges, we’ve created an innovative, exciting and authentic way for wines to be assessed and then presented to consumers.”