Author Fodor's Napa and Sonoma
Coauthor The California Directory of Fine Wineries
I cover wineries, sights to see, activities, restaurants, and hotels in Napa, Sonoma, and beyond.
To help you decide where to take advantage of the springlike weather, below are three 30-second videos introducing a few winery favorites from Fodor’s Napa and Sonoma. Editor’s […]
Take Advantage of Springlike Napa Valley and Sonoma County Weather Read More »
Many chefs, vintners, winemakers, and judges on hand for event. One thing that makes the Press Democrat’s annual North Coast Wine and Food Festival special is how many
Meet the Principals at Wine and Food Fest Read More »
Elton John’s lyricist shows a flair for the visual arts, too. Bernie Taupin is on the playlist at Cliff Lede Vineyards in Yountville through September 2019. Guests who
Bernie Taupin Headlines Backstage Lounge at Cliff Lede Vineyards Read More »
A little bit “Hollywood Squares” and a lot of fun, winery tastings at home are a diverting coronavirus lockdown alternative. I’m not sure the term “virtual tasting” is
Virtual Taste While You Shelter in Place Read More »
Northern Sonoma County festival promises deluxe weekend of tastings, meals, music, and parties. Local and national winemakers and chefs will participate in the first annual Healdsburg Wine &
Healdsburg Wine & Food Experience Hosts Winemaking, Culinary, and Musical Stars Read More »
The good times roll at Dry Creek Valley winery’s online tastings. Leave it to Flambeaux Wine, a Sonoma County winery with deep New Orleans roots, to turn shelter-in-place
Join the Virtual Parade at Flambeaux Wine Read More »
People love competing against each other to make the best Cab, says winemaker Elizabeth DeLouise-Gant. Winemakers often describe their profession as a combination of science and art, a
Play Winemaker for a Day at Conn Creek Winery Read More »
Enjoy food and wine, experiential tours, scenic beauty, special events, and local wildlife in Monterey, Carmel-by-the-Sea, and beyond. Monterey, Calif., Aug. 26, 2021 / Monterey County Convention &
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Sonoma County winery adds Grüner Veltliner and Alvarinho to formerly all-reds lineup. Editor’s note: The winery’s tasting room closed in late 2023. A rare Russian River Valley winery
ACORN Debuts 2 New Whites Read More »
Taste head-turning field-blends in a down-home Russian River Valley setting. Editor’s note: The winery’s tasting room closed in late 2023. Bill and Betsy Nachbaur run small ACORN Winery, 3 miles