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Sip, Savor & Chop: Experience The Skipstone Sonoma Cook-Off

Within the sun-drenched hills of the Alexander Valley, Skipstone takes the wine tasting experience to new heights with the debut of the Skipstone Sonoma Cook-Off. This spirited, small-group culinary showdown is inspired by the high-stakes…

Frank Family Vineyards: A Legacy of Chardonnay Excellence

Chardonnay lovers no doubt are familiar with Frank Family’s Carneros Chardonnay, one of the best-selling Chardonnays in the nation. This high-quality, reasonably priced wine is a staple for those seeking an elegant,…

Bouchaine Vineyards

Bouchaine Vineyards: A Legacy of Fine Wine and Unique Experiences

Located in the rolling hills of Napa Valley’s Carneros District, Bouchaine Vineyards is the oldest continuously operating winery in the region. Known for its rich history and forward-thinking approach, Bouchaine not only…

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Uncork the Fun: Wine Girl Napa Valley

Napa Valley has long been synonymous with elegance, vineyards, and sophisticated wine tastings. But for those seeking something fun, vibrant, and undeniably chic, Wine Girl on First Street in Napa is the…

Orin Swift Cellars: Extraordinary Wine Labels & Beyond

An Instant Mega-Hit You could call it a cult following. Since introducing his untraditional style nearly a quarter-century ago, winemaker Dave Phinney’s iconic brand, The Prisoner, has had a magnetic pull on…

Cheers to the Season: Holiday Wines to Gift and Serve

WINE IS A CENTERPIECE OF THE HOLIDAYS, FROM OPULENT reds that elevate a traditional holiday dinner to sparkling wines that add a touch of excitement to festive appetizers. Thinking of host gifts,…

Wine Do-Gooders Are Using Vino to Make the World a Better Place

While wine is typically associated with leisure and pleasure, many wineries strive to achieve a greater purpose. The following three have found unique and intriguing ways to bring meaning to vino and infuse significance into the world of wine.

Anna Fendi’s Guide to Good Wine

As part of one of Italy’s most prominent families, Anna Fendi grew up celebrating her country’s rich cultural heritage and reputation for exquisite products. After leading the family business creatively for many years, she ventured into a new field of Italian expertise by curating a collection of wines and accessories designed to complement the Italian lifestyle.

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The Gentleman Farmer Bungalow

Nestled in the heart of downtown Napa on revitalized First Street, a new hospitality concept is revolutionizing the region’s luxury food and wine scene. The Gentleman Farmer Bungalow, A Studio for Gustatory…

Valpolicella Rocks: Tenuta Sant’Antonio

At wine tasting and lunch with Armando Castagnedi, owner of Tenuta Sant’Antonio family winery in Italy’s Veneto region, I solved this riddle. Q: What is even better than one charming, skilled, prestigious…