Seed Wine, Wine that does good
Wine that does good
December 31, 2017
Dear Friends and fellow wine lovers, We find ourselves in an interesting place in the chronicling of the life’s journey of Seed Wine. As you have learned from following the life of our wine, the creation of a premier Malbec that brings fulfillment and pleasure to the palate is not the only joy we’ve experienced. […]
May 27, 2017
Next Monday we celebrate Memorial Day. And for most American’s that means it’s the unofficial start of Summer. Backyard barbecues, afternoon naps in the hammock, and trips to America’s great national parks. But surprisingly, many American’s don’t even know what they’re celebrating. Memorial Day was first observed in May 1868 commemorating both the Union and […]
March 27, 2017
Impact Stories: Cultivating Self-Sufficiency in Jackson Hole An interview with architect Nona Yehia of Vertical Harvest by Christine Havens Jackson Wyoming is best known for its upscale resorts and breathtaking Teton mountain backdrop. It’s a city that averages 38 feet of snowfall annually, with a short four-month growing season. A playground for skiers and […]
March 15, 2017
We’re beyond thrilled to announce that our 2015 Seed Malbec has received 94 Points from Wine Enthusiast magazine! This will be appearing in their May 2017 Buying Guide. This high score comes on the heels of our gold medal for our 2014 Seed Malbec last December. We are stoked to know that independent experts appreciate our […]
January 27, 2017
2014 Malbec and 2014 Red Wine Tasting Notes “The rich opulent styles of Argentinian Malbec are very familiar to those who like very ripe styles of Napa cab. The blend had an especially interesting tannic structure, while the single variety Malbec showed typicity of black fruit and cinnamon.” -Chef Kayne Raymond Star of BBC […]
December 7, 2016
An Interview with Winemaker, Giuseppe Franceschini, by Christine Havens Born in Padua, Seed’s talented winemaker, Giuseppe Franceschini likes to think of himself as a gypsy. He studied enology at the University of Udine, following graduation, his wanderlust and curiosity led him to Veneto, Friuli, Sicily, Mendoza and most recently, Slovenia. From these experiences, Giuseppe absorbed […]
December 6, 2016
We’ve released our 2015 vintage and it’s available now on our website. This is your opportunity to secure our 2015 wines before they’re snapped up by collectors. And with every bottle you purchase, we will donate a schoolbook to a child in Mendoza, so you can feel twice as good about giving it as a gift. 2015 Malbec […]
December 5, 2016
We are pleased to announce that our 2014 Malbec has just been awarded a gold medal at The Drinks Business’ prestigious 2016 Global Masters wine competition in London. This competition was judged by a panel of MW’s and master sommeliers, with a reputation for being the toughest panel in any blind tasting series, so this really is an outstanding […]
November 6, 2016
An Interview with Seed Founder, Tony Hartl by Christine Havens Tony Hartl’s enthusiasm is infectious, and he’s a bit of a dynamo. In 1995 he founded Planet Tan. By 2008 the franchise blossomed to over 17 locations with 160 employees and average sales of $1 million dollars at each location. That same year, he sold […]
October 23, 2016
“Moist forest floor, blackberry, leather, violets and cedar. Gorgeous.” — James Meléndez
October 20, 2016
“A really sculpted, beautiful, gorgeous wine.” — James Meléndez LIKE THIS? Sign up for the Seed Wine Mailing List Seed Wine is a single-vineyard, boutique Malbec from the prestigious Altamira district of Uco Valley, in Mendoza, Argentina. With each bottle of Seed Wine purchased, a child in Mendoza receives a new schoolbook, planting seeds for […]
September 27, 2016
JACKSON HOLE, WY When he isn’t hiking the epic Teton Range or biking past herds of bison in the backcountry, you can find Seed founder, Tony Hartl mentoring start-ups as a board member of Silicon Couloir. And you can find Seed served at these hip spots: Bin 22 http://bin22jacksonhole.com/ 200 West Broadway, Jackson, WY 83001 |307-739-WINE (9463) […]
September 22, 2016
Every bottle of Seed Wine starts with master winemaker Giuseppe Franceschini’s distinctive award-winning touch. With Seed, he has the opportunity to oversee every step of the winemaking process, from the growing of the finest Malbec grapes in the world, through harvest, crush, aging, and bottling. The results are exquisite. “Great wine is the perfect link […]
September 21, 2016
JACKSON HOLE CENTER OF THE ARTS 9/21/16 Tony had the honor of pouring Seed for Yvon Chouinard, founder of Patagonia, at the screening of “Unbroken Ground and Harvesting Liberty”. From farms to film. Join Patagonia founder Yvon Chouinard, Birgit Cameron of Patagonia Provisions, Ian McGregor of Slow Food in the Tetons, and Nona Yehia of Vertical […]
August 31, 2016
Our master winemaker and chief wine-whisperer, Giuseppe Franceschini has just overseen the bottling of our Malbec and Cab-Malbec “Red Wine” blend. They will let it rest in preparation for dressing and shipment to us in December, for holiday delivery. We will be offering pre-orders soon for our members. “2015 was a generally cooler year in Mendoza, characterized in the ripening […]
August 10, 2016
Seed Wines was planted in Mendoza’s Altamira district by Tony Hartl and Alex Chang after a mountaineering accident gave them time to get to know the geography, the landscape and the people of one of Argentina’s most remote areas. Under the direction of winemaker Giuseppe Franceschini, the winery produces, from a vineyard more than 3,000 […]
July 27, 2016
We’re thrilled to partner with IfOnly, to exclusively offer our cellar-worthy 2013 Malbec. The 2013 vintage is available in regular 750 ml bottles and as magnums. IfOnly is a marketplace for experiences that offers one-of-a-kind experiences with the A-list and local luminaries in the fields of food, wine, golf, tennis, music, entertainment, sports and more. […]
July 25, 2016
Imagine approaching the summit of Argentina’s Aconcagua Mountain, part of the Andes, with your best friend when oxygen is running low, your lungs are crackling and pulmonary edema is setting in. At this point retreat is the only option. A life well lived is full of retreats, stopping points, re-direction. We all experience brokenness. What […]
July 24, 2016
“My wife and I opened a bottle of the Red Blend with a roast chicken, hoping that it would pair reasonably well, but not sure exactly what to think. (My wife, in general, is not a fan of new world wines). Immediately, we were both struck with the pronounced aromas that we both described as […]
July 16, 2016
An Interview with Michael Radparvar of Holstee by Christine Havens When Tony happened across the now-famous Holstee manifesto, like many entrepreneurs, he was inspired. On a whim, he invited Holstee co-founder, Michael Radparvar to lunch while on a business trip in Brooklyn, and the two became fast friends. Eventually Tony introduced Michael to Seed’s […]
July 6, 2016
2014 Seed Malbec Luscious steeped blackberries, marionberries, and dusky Italian plums lie well beneath lighter, more enigmatic aromas of violets, dust, and dark chocolate shavings. Seed’s 2014 Paraje Altamira Malbec is mulberry-hued at the rim, and deliciously fresh. The nose echoes the palate, with saturating black fruit at the core, neatly hemmed in by mouth-coating, […]
April 21, 2016
An interview with Ultra-Endurance Cyclist Jay Petervary by Christine Havens “The temperature dropped down to -40°, that’s the lowest value my thermometer registers. I was sleep deprived, dehydrated, and going into hallucinations. I’m pretty sure I’d gone into a blackout mode…” -Jay Petervary Ultra-Endurance Cycling or Extreme-Distance Cycling is a timed race covering distances of […]
February 10, 2016
In mid-November, soon after we launched Need 3.0, Mr. Tony Hartl was kind enough to reach out to offer his support of the company and our work. As a Need customer himself, he had an outset goal of supporting local entrepreneurs, whilst also committing himself to ethical and sustainable causes in life and business. Over […]
January 6, 2016
We’ve partnered with once-in-a-lifetime experience provider www.ifonly.com to gift their top 200 clients something special to start off 2016.
November 29, 2015
In this season of giving, we want to give even more to those that deserve it. We will donate a case of Seed Wine to a worthy charity to auction off and raise money for their case. That’s where you can help. Suggest a charity by posting their URL on our Facebook page, and let […]
November 1, 2015
I love the story of Seed Wine because it’s about serendipity, adventure and giving back. In 2012, entrepreneurs Tony Hartl and Alex Chang traveled to Argentina to climb Aconcagua. But when an injury forced them to helicopter off the mountain, a new adventure was born. As they nursed their battered bodies with fine wine, Tony and […]
October 30, 2015
2013 Malbec Tasting Notes: Tight on opening, but far better on the second day which speaks to the age-ability of this wine. 2013 Seed has lots of power and potential. Big, voluptuous aromas of Italian plums, steeped blackberries and dried herbs—especially bay leaf and sweet tobacco along with a decadent top note of black forest […]
October 24, 2015
2013 Malbec Tasting Notes: Deep and bright color that awakens the senses to what is in the glass. Rose petal, incense and spicy perfume with a bass note of smoky earth and espresso. Juicy and medium-bodied, it expands and intensifies in the mouth, gaining density and complexity as it is savored. The palate balances red […]
September 8, 2015
The Way of St. James (Camino de Santiago) was one of the most important Christian pilgrimage routes in the Middle Ages. Legend holds that St. James’s remains were carried by boat from Jerusalem to northern Spain to what is now the city of Santiago de Compostela. Like medieval pilgrims, we start our trip in Pampalona […]
July 10, 2015
For a seed to achieve its greatest expression it must come pletely undone. The shell cracks, its insides come out and everything changes. To someone who doesn’t understand growth, it would look like complete destruction. -Cynthia Occelli #wine, #luxury, #teddyroosevelt, #seedwine, #Cynthiaoccelli
June 15, 2015
After our cycling trip with MAPO, we took a side trip to Moracco. We stayed at the El Fenn in Marrakech a beautiful hotel owned by Vanessa Branson (Sir Richard Branson‘s sister). She’s done an amazing job of incorporating the ancient city’s North African spirit with modern luxury amenities and service. We got a chance […]
April 27, 2015
Running along the California coast just south of the Golden Gate bridge, I decided to go an extra mile. I came upon the sight of a pod of migrating whales just past the rocks at Sutro Point. With life as in winemaking, going the extra mile makes a world of difference. -Tom #luxury #wine