Biodynamic Calendar
July 29
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Headlines
Headlines
Paul Dolan 2007 Zinfandel, Top Ten Wines of the Week - Steve Heimoff
Mendocino County Takes the Lead - Ken Payton, ReignOfTerroir.com
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Steve Heimoff - 7.2.2010
Top Ten Wines of the Week
"Paul Dolan 2007 Zinfandel. Biodynamic wunderkind Paul
Dolan hits the mark with this rich, sassy Mendocino-grown Zinfandel. The
fruit is balanced with spices and Provençal herbs. " Full
Article
Gabe Sasso, 6.24.2010
Paul Dolan Vineyards - 2007 Pinot Noir
"There is a lot to like in this 2007 Mendocino Pinot Noir. First and foremost is the fact that this is a well ballanced wine. this Pinot is loaded with flavor and quite true to its varietal. There are layers of elegant complexity that make this a nice wine to savor and contemplate over a long meal. This is a serious Pinot Noir. For around $30 this wine over delivers on its price point." Full
Article
Terry Sullivan, WineTrailTraveler.com, 6.1.2010
Paul Dolan Vineyards
"Paul Dolan, owner, grower and winemaker took us on an extensive tour of his vineyards at Dark Horse Ranch. Discussion centered on farming, organics and biodynamics." Full
Article
TuttiFoodie - 5.5.2010
True to His Roots
"And then you'll taste the wine. And ... you'll never have to wonder whether all of the above matters. Because you'll already know." Full
Article
Ken Payton, ReignOfTerroir.com - 4.28.2010
Mendocino County Takes the Lead
"It is hard to find the words to describe these world class wines. I won't try. My advice? Get on the list." Full
Article
Alastair Bland, Bohemian.com - 4.28.2010
Hot Wines: Vinters Must Adapt To Climate Change We Can Taste
"When Paul Dolan first began purpling his hands with the juice of Mendocino County grapes, he was a young winemaker producing organic wines in a challenging, cool weathered zone." Full
Article
Renie & Sterling Steves, Fort Worth Business Press - 3.29.2010
Wines of the World: Paul Dolan's Organic Wines - Making them Green
"Paul Dolan Vineyards in Mendocino, was launched to have a strong venture into organics. His long-term belief that planet environmental issues significantly effect food, wine, and health has made him a pioneer in the industry." Full
Article
Courtney Cochran, WineCountry.com - 3.23.2010
Biodynamic Dynamos
"A recent San Francisco tasting of some of our nation's top Biodynamic wines proved revelatory as potential for these much-buzzed-about quaffers goes." Full
Article
Zester.com - 2.15.2010
The Taste of Climate Change
"Paul Dolan says it's time for the wine industry to lead the agricultural charge against global warming." Full
Article
Culinary Wine & Food Adventures - 2.4.201
Food & Wine Matching: Paul Dolan Zinfandel & Memphis Dry Rub Barbecued Pork
"The second thing I need to tell you about the Paul Dolan Zinfandel is that it is not to be taken seriously. Which is not to say it isn't a fine wine, because it is very fine indeed. But it is also a smooth, easy, fruit driven red wine...guaranteed to lift the spirit and satisfy the soul if (and only if) enjoyed with a sense of levity rather than gravity..." Full
Article
2010 Heart of Green Local Hero Award, TheDailyGreen.com
Paul Dolan Nominated
"The Daily Green's Heart of Green Award honor those people and organizations that take green to the mainstream - to the 'heart' of the American people..." Full
Article
Wine Notes by Heidi Cusick Dickerson
Paul Dolan: Rooted and Visionary
"Rooted is the first word that comes to mind when describing Paul Dolan. As a 4th generation winemaker his family 'roots' are part of California's wine history..." Full Article
Ukiah Daily Journal - 12.24.2009
Hope & Despair: Paul Dolan reflects on the world
"And it is no less than the entire world that
Dolan is concerned with. Last week, he attended the United Nations
Climate Change Conference in Copenhagen..." Full Article
YouTube.com - 9.14.2009
Harvest 2009
The first load of Biodynamic grapes from Dark Horse Vineyards were officially picked and crushed on September 11th.
KQED - 9.4.2009
The Politics of Green Wine
I often look at the chemical ingredients in what I buy. I shop at
farmers markets for organic produce and use green cleaning supplies.
So, it caught me off guard when a friend remarked, "you are so aware of
what you eat, why aren't you just as curious about what you drink?"
QUEST on KQED Public Media.
TakePart.com - 4.23.2009
Sustainable Vineyards: TakePart Speaks with Paul Dolan
"Paul Dolan kindly took the time
to answer 10 questions from me about sustainability, community and
thier plans for Earth Week." Full Article
PressDemocrat.com Blog - 4.17.2009
Is Biodynamic Farming Witchcraft or Scientific?
"Read Paul's comments on this point counterpoint discussion." Full Article
Appellation America.com - 3.24.2009
Why Can't We All Be Gansters?
"The proof of Dolan's passion comes through crystal clear in the bottle, and his wines...possess the uncanny sense of place that only those made with superbly grown grapes and a resolutely non-conformist vision can." Full Article
Metro Magazine Cork Report - 2.2009
Forces of Universe Improve Wines: Biodynamics Catching On
"Healthy vines produce even healthier wines - more honest, more balanced, free of additives - and they taste good." Full Article
Wines & Vines - 2.2009
Keep the Green Light On
"For Sustainable winegrowing, Paul Dolan is the go-to guy, the Godfather of Green...He is a seemingly tireless promoter of sustainability." Full Article
Counternyc.com - 1.2009
Rebel of the Month
"Biodynamic winemaker Paul Dolan is determined to develop the wine industry as a model for all agriculture, worldwide." Full Article
Wine Spectator - 11.15.2008
Mendocino's Mr. Green
"Just call him Mr. Green. If Mendocino considers itself California’s most eco-friendly wine region, it’s mostly because of Paul Dolan." Full Article
Sunset Magazine - 9.2008
The Green Award
"Paul Dolan pioneered organics...explored biodynamics...and now has the first carbon-neutral winery in the country."
KGO View by the Bay - 5.27.08
The truth about green wines
What are green wines and where do you find them? Winegrower Paul Dolan provides some answers for KGO View by the Bay viewers. Full Interview
WSFG Radio - 4.08
Food & Wine Talk
Carole Kotkin and Simone Diament of South Florida Gourmet, interview Paul Dolan about green wines. Full Radio Interview
Meininger's Wine Business International - 03.03.3008
The Organic Growth of Biodynamic Wines
"Biodynamic wines are not a rich man’s game, but a committed farmer’s game.- Paul Dolan, winemaker..." Full Article
Press Democrat - 2.20.08
Dolan's Code
"With his roots planted firmly in biodynamic practices, trailblazing vintner practices the art of sustainable farming." Full Article
Wine Spectator - 05.2007
Paul Dolan, Biodynamic Man
"Wine Spectator senior editor Dana Nigro talks with Paul Dolan about the use of biodynamics at Parducci in California's Mendocino County..." Watch The Video
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