Michael Keba
Michael Keba has been ingrained with science since a young age. Raised on a diet consisting of chemistry sets, electronic kits, and construction tools; Michael has always been interested in the ways things work. He grew up in the quiet suburbs outside Los Angeles, California were he lived a somewhat typical "So Cal" lifestyle; spending long summers at the beach and playing football for his high school team. Michael has dibbled and dabbled in many areas. He likes to explore the world around him and always enjoys a challenge. Some of his accomplishments include:
- NAUI scuba certification (at age 12)
- ACE certification as a personal trainer
- Emergency medical technician (EMT) training
- Public Relations director for his fraternity
Michael is 19 years old and in his second year at the University of California, Davis. He is finishing his prerequisite classes so he can fully immersed in the school's world class Viticulture and Enology program. Enticed by the possibility of never having to work in an office cubicle and the opportunity to work all over the world, he believes that winemaking will be the perfect outlet for his curious nature and knack for science. Michael is highly motivated and is determined to use his talents to make a name for himself.
Barreling in the Wine Making Process
Once grapes have been harvested and crushed, an inevitable situation arises: the winemaker must c... more
Written By: Michael Keba on Mon, Jul 7th 2008
Getting a Wine Internship
A couple of weeks ago, I attended UC Davis's Internship and career fair. It was a rather large-sc... more
Written By: Michael Keba on Fri, Apr 4th 2008
Syrah In My Closet: Start the Presses
It took about a week and a half for the fermentation to come to a halt. My vat of purple pulp sto... more
Written By: Michael Keba on Wed, Feb 20th 2008
Working My Way Up
I am no longer unemployed! Yes, that is correct, I have a job. The process required was harder th... more
Written By: Michael Keba on Fri, Jan 25th 2008
Syrah In My Closet ( Update )
The grape juice in my closet is officially wine. Actually, it has been wine for a couple months n... more
Written By: Michael Keba on Thu, Jan 17th 2008
The Salmanzar
What the heck is a Salmanazar? Sounds like it could be some kind of ancient Middle Eastern royalt... more
Written By: Michael Keba on Wed, Jan 9th 2008
Bringing Summer Back with Sauvignon Blanc
Remind Yourself of Warmer Days By Investigating the Aromatics of Sauvignon Blanc.In our first two... more
Written By: Michael Keba on Fri, Dec 28th 2007
The Wine Job Search Continues
Another fire raged through Malibu last weekend. While I watched from the comfort of my home, enor... more
Written By: Michael Keba on Thu, Nov 29th 2007
