Style Galore at St. Helena’s NO|MA House
Napa Valley collective debuts as a combination shop, café, and community “third space.” There’s style galore at NO|MA House Café & Collective, which opened in late summer 2023 …
Howell Mountain AVA Celebrates 40th Anniversary with a Seminar and Tasting
Wines from appellation’s early and newer producers shine at Charles Krug Winery showcase. The Howell Mountain AVA (American Viticultural Area) celebrated the appellation’s 4oth anniversary with an August …
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10 Highlights of Taste of Mount Veeder 2023
Mountain Cabs and more at annual Napa Valley wine-tasting event. The 2023 edition of Taste of Mount Veeder, held on August 12th at Charles Krug Winery, showcased the …
C.G. DiArie Vineyard & Winery
Flavor science enhances Sierra Foothills winery. It was a pleasure stopping in again at C.G. DiArie Vineyard & Winery while in the Sierra Foothills. The winery operates a …
11 Ways to Find Your Napa
With world-class restaurants, spas, and, of course, winemaking, California’s marquee wine destination is the complete package. As a travel and wine writer considered in the know about things …
34 Napa and Sonoma Wineries for Every Mood, Taste, and Budget
Discover the Best Napa Valley and Sonoma County tasting rooms for Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Cabernet, and more. The 30-second videos below introduce nearly three dozen great Napa Valley …
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Moon Mountain District Winegrowers and Winemakers Celebrate at Grand Tasting
Historic Monte Rosso Vineyard hosts Reach for the Moon! Charter members of the fantastic farmers club, Phil Coturri, lead photo left, with Randy Peters, were among the winegrowers …
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Amador Wine Country
Best Amador County wineries, restaurants, and hotels. An Instagram follower DM’d me requesting wine-tasting tips for Plymouth and Amador County. I cover the region for Fodor’s California, albeit …
Winemaker Kirk Venge Is Having the Time of His Life
“We’re on the cusp of harvest,” enthused Kirk Venge in mid-August. “It’s going to be busy and exciting and I cannot wait for it to begin!” The winemaker …
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Hop Up to Hopland for Leisurely Wine Tasting and Striking Views
Day trip to Mendocino town nearer than you think entices with easy-going hospitality, varied experiences. Let’s get the logistics out of the way first: a half-hour drive from …
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