For the 2005 event, we held four seminars at beautiful "view sites" to give a complete picture of the appellation as a whole. Climate & Soils provided the essential information on the defining fog, temperature fluctuations, geologic history and a rundown on the predominant soil types. History of the Area & Viticulture showed how crops have evolved and when pinot was first planted, as well as covered current trends in spacing, rootstocks, trellising, small vines, cover crops, clones and overal farming philosophies. Winemaking Trends covered topics such as ripeness, cold soak, new techniques like adding enzymes, fermentation vessels, oak and closures. The Flavor Profile of Russian River Pinot showed both blends and vineyard-designated wines and presented the key characteristics of the appellation.