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All the Swirl A delicious blend of opinions on topics that we, a group of eco-conscious friends and colleagues, fi

Charles Communications Associates, LLC is an independent creative marketing communications, new media and public relations firm that helps local and global companies, organizations and non-profits create, build and launch brands. Our interests and values drive our business and we are fortunate to work with others who share in our philosophy of social and environmental responsibility in work and li

fe. We love gourmet, natural, and organic food and beverages, and want to share our passion with you!

"We don't follow trends. We believe in just being rooted to what we are doing here at Garden Creek." — Karin Warnelius-M...
06/03/2026

"We don't follow trends. We believe in just being rooted to what we are doing here at Garden Creek." — Karin Warnelius-Miller

We at Charles Communications are proud to work with people who actually live that philosophy. Please enjoy this beautiful feature on our client Garden Creek Ranch Vineyards Winery by The Gomes Guide, always well travelled and versed.

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05/25/2026

It's Memorial Day AND National Wine Day, so let's raise a glass and celebrate the unofficial start of summer! ☀️🍷😎

Enjoy this compilation of wine travels and summer pairings as you mark Memorial Day.

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To celebrate this , we have a tale of two valleys, each producing exceptional wines, but with different characteristics...
05/21/2026

To celebrate this , we have a tale of two valleys, each producing exceptional wines, but with different characteristics to suit your mood and preference. Alexander Valley and the Russian River Valley are both situated in Sonoma County, but thanks to their unique geography, each microclimate brings something a little different to the table.

If you’re in the mood for expressive fruit notes and luscious, velvety texture, search out wines from Alexander Valley. Its inland location means a wide diurnal range that allows for more expressive aromatics. Breezes from the Russian River cool things down just enough to maintain balanced acidity. ' Estate Clonal Selection Alexander Valley Chardonnay 2021 delivers the characteristics of the region with concentrated flavors of citrus blossom, apricot, nectarine, and white peach with undertones of Gala red apple accentuated by gentle oak notes. 2021 brought heightened acidity, which serves to elevate the aromatics beautifully.

If more zippiness is what you crave, look to the Russian River Valley. Its location 11 miles from the Pacific Ocean means cooler temperatures. Moreover, coastal fog is swept in through the Petaluma Wind Gap, chilling things down further. The result is zesty acidity, leaner mouthfeel, and tart fruit notes mixed in with riper flavors. The 2024 Russian River Valley Chardonnay made by Ashley Holland () of Adnna Wines shows the beautiful tension the region brings with mouthwatering acidity, bright citrus, fresh pear, and lifted elderflower notes on the nose. Layers of ripe nectarine and peach unfold on the palate, while accents of honeycomb and lemon curd add a touch of richness and complexity.

Why choose? Have both and toast the beautiful AVAs of California and the diversity they bring to the table.

Happy Chardonnay Day!

05/11/2026

A perfect day at in Alexander Valley with the dynamic, big hearted

Beautiful weather. Stunning setting, good people, exceptional wines, we are lucky 🍀

Twenty-three years ago today, Charles Communications Associates opened its doors. What began as one founder's leap, bui...
05/09/2026

Twenty-three years ago today, Charles Communications Associates opened its doors. What began as one founder's leap, built on 18 years at an importer, the country's largest winery, and a Havas-owned PR firm, has grown into something no one person could have built alone.

From our San Francisco home, CCA's work has carried our team to Niigata, the Bekaa Valley, Cape Town, the UNESCO hills of Conegliano Valdobbiadene, and home again to California's legacy wine families. Every region, every harvest, every story has shaped us.

In 2024, as our industry faced headwinds unlike any in our lifetimes, CCA helped co-found Come Together — A Community for Wine, because wine's story is worth fighting for.

To every colleague, client, and friend who has poured into CCA over these 23 years — thank you. The best chapters are still being written. 🥂

is back for its 2nd year! If you were looking for a reason to get your friends and family together, this is it!Starting...
05/02/2026

is back for its 2nd year! If you were looking for a reason to get your friends and family together, this is it!

Starting this Sunday, May 3rd, running through June 28th, encourages you to get together on Sundays to enjoy wine, food, friends, and family. Brought to you by Come Together (the team behind Come Over October ), the campaign invites us all to slow down, take the time to connect, and let conversations unfold across the table. You might spot promotions for Share & Pair Sundays at nearby shops and restaurants, but you can also take part by just inviting your nearest and dearest over for delicious food and wine.

Take the time to savor what you’re eating and drinking, and have fun with pairings. Charles Communications team member Nicole Ruiz Hudson () took these pictures at a recent gathering where the hosts served a fabulous bossam spread (Korean-style pork served with lots of sides and sauces for wrapping in cabbage or lettuce leaves). In addition to enjoying all of the delicious food, guests had fun trying different wines to find their favorite pairings!

04/29/2026

Adonna Wines was founded by biochemist-turned-vintner Donna Kato, who answered a call to return to the land and to her family's farming heritage. Her 2024 purchase of the 19-acre Canfield Vineyard in the Russian River Valley AVA marked an intentional pivot toward an earlier passion: the intricacies of farming and winemaking.

The Adonna team is devoted to crafting site-driven wines, pairing analytical discipline with deep engagement in the agricultural process. Working closely with vineyard manager Cody Garzini — who knows every backroad and creek in Sonoma County — they are transforming the property into a biodiverse ecosystem. Though technically dry-farmed, Garzini monitors the water system continuously, dialing in what each row needs, vine by vine.

Raptor perches stud the rolling hills overlooking the Sebastopol Hills, while Pacific breezes drift through the property — optimal conditions for cool-climate Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Native plants and grasses grow in alternate rows, and in winter, Navajo-Churro lambs graze the vineyard, returning natural compost and nutrients to the soil.

"It's a labor of love tending the Canfield Vineyard," says Garzini. "Donna is a hands-on, informed vineyard owner who agrees that even with all the best technology at our fingertips — which we employ — walking the vineyard keeps us present and aware of its rhythms and its needs."
Happy Earth Month from Adonna Wines 🌱

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For more on Adonna Wines, check out this video: https://www.adonnawines.com/story

CCA, which is celebrating its 23rd birthday in Earth Month, is proud to represent clients who consistently caretake the ...
04/22/2026

CCA, which is celebrating its 23rd birthday in Earth Month, is proud to represent clients who consistently caretake the earth! This Earth Day, we encourage you to celebrate those making a difference for our planet by enjoying a sustainable, organic, or biodynamic wine. Need inspiration? Food & Wine has rounded up America's Most Sustainable Wineries—including Domaine Carneros Winery!
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Click for the full story: https://bit.ly/3QlxMTn

Happy ! We love the dark, luscious wines Malbec makes; however, warmer sunny days have us craving something a little di...
04/17/2026

Happy ! We love the dark, luscious wines Malbec makes; however, warmer sunny days have us craving something a little different from this grape. We’re looking at its unexpected lighter side and eyeing some of the brighter expressions it can show us. Perhaps we’ll keep to the sleeker end of classic by keeping things red, but eschewing the oak for a fresher and juicier profile like Domaine Mérieau ’s Cent Visages Côt (the local name for the grape in the Loire Valley) or Zuccardi Valle de Uco’s Concreto Malbec, both of which are aged in concrete. We might explore its festive side with bubblies like Williamson Wines' Bubbles Sparkling Malbec or Leah Jørgensen Cellars Malbec Petillant. Or maybe we’ll keep things simple with a quaffable rosé like Susana Balbo's Crios Rosé of Malbec. Then again, we might go for the truly unexpected and sip a blanc de noir like the White Malbec from Bodega Trivento.

Regardless of which we choose, we know it’ll be delicious.

📸: All images borrowed from the wineries’ feeds.

To kick off Earth Month, we're celebrating Domaine Carneros Winery, recently named Sustainable Business of the Year by t...
04/09/2026

To kick off Earth Month, we're celebrating Domaine Carneros Winery, recently named Sustainable Business of the Year by the Napa Chamber of Commerce, presented by MCE Clean Energy! 🥂 For four decades, this grower-producer has shown steadfast environmental leadership.
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The winery has been committed to caring for the soil, the vines, and the people who tend to them as an inseparable part of crafting wines of the highest quality since its inception. A dedication to clean energy is central to their efforts. In partnership with Schneider Electric, Domaine Carneros deployed a revolutionary EcoStruxure™ Microgrid in 2023. This intelligent system integrates 614 solar panels and battery storage, doubling its energy generation and ensuring uninterrupted operations during outages. The microgrid's AI-optimized controls generate up to 70% of the winery's required energy, saving roughly $150,000 annually. Last year's solar production was equivalent to removing 110 cars from the road.

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“When we installed our first solar array two decades ago, we were at the forefront of renewable energy adoption in the wine industry,” notes CEO Remi Cohen (). “Today, our advanced microgrid technology represents the next generation of energy independence and environmental stewardship. As climate challenges intensify, Domaine Carneros continues its commitment to caring for the land as intentionally as we care for our wines, reducing our carbon footprint and raising the bar on renewable energy.”

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Guests can experience the winery's commitment to sustainability firsthand—the microgrid even powers four EV charging stations for them!

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For more information on the award and further details on Domaine Carneros’ Award-Winning Environmental Practices, please click the link: https://bit.ly/4dJDW9z

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