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…
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Amidst the sprawling vistas of Napa Valley, along the scenic Silverado Trail, lies Darioush Winery, standing as a testament to the transcendent power of cultural heritage merged with contemporary winemaking. Established in…
Few vineyards in California possess the striking vistas and extreme topography of Fort Ross Vineyard & Winery, and few wineries offer such a varied and distinguished array of wines from a single…
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…
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,…
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.
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.
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…
July 13 was a big night at Festival Napa Valley, with the arts festival spotlighting some of the finest musical talent in the world, and also throwing an exclusive party for its…
Festival Napa Valley hosted a blowout party July 14, to thank donors and bring the community together in support of inspiring arts education programs, and free and affordable concerts for everyone. This…
After years of living in the Napa Valley and working within non-wine related industries, Luke Evnin and Deann Wright have heeded the region’s vinous lure. Luke, a life science venture capitalist focused…
On July 12 arts lovers converged on wine country to kick off Festival Napa Valley’s 18th annual summer arts festival. This year’s event opened in grand style, with a concert featuring a…
Fashion-forward boutique owner Sherri McMullen put her shop’s latest offerings on display for a good cause. On June 13, McMullen partnered with 181 Fremont Residences and the V Foundation for Cancer Research,…
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…
Delight in the exquisite wine offerings of luxury airlines’ first-class cabins. Luxury airlines understand that an extraordinary first-class travel experience encompasses more than just plush seats and impeccable service. For the discerning…
On Saturday, May 4, Kendall-Jackson, home to “America’s number-one-selling-Chardonnay” hosted its fourth-annual Derby Watch Party at its Sonoma County Wine Estate & Gardens. Hailed as the largest West Coast Derby watch party,…
Beyond Sardinia’s Vermentino and Pantelleria’s Passito, there are many little-known island wines to explore. Mother Nature has graced these islands with breathtaking panoramas and rare wines that are lively, summery, and highly quaffable.
Decades ago, French Champagne experts brought their skills to California wine country, expanding their production to include sparkling wine made on American terroir. By doing so, they increased their visibility and made their wines more widely available in the robust U.S. market. In a way, they invented an American version of Champagne.
Mathew Bruno Winery produced its first vintage of Cabernet Sauvignon in 2009, yet the Napa Valley winery has flown very much under the radar these past many years. A small production accounts…
Over the past decade, and most recently with the launch of the company’s IPO in March of 2021, The Duckhorn Portfolio has emerged as one of the most dynamic and successful mid-sized luxury…