Rated by the popular USA Today 10Best readers’ choice awards, Baldacci Family Vineyards on the Silverado Trail in Napa Valley is proud to have received top marks. Baldacci came in #2 for “Best Wine Tour”…
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Drinking habits are changing. Sales of wine and spirits have slowed as more people reexamine their relationship with alcohol, trading nightly pours for beverages that align with wellness-minded lifestyles. The shift has…
Within the bucolic vineyards of St. Helena, Revana Estate has spent nearly three decades refining a singular focus: producing exceptional Cabernet Sauvignon from Napa Valley’s most pedigreed sites. Established in 1997 by…
In Conversation With Jon Priest At Etude Wines, philosophy is paramount to the process. That is, long before a single grape is picked, winemaking must begin in the vineyard. The core belief…
The Caviar Co. transformed Saint Joseph’s Arts Society into a rhinestone-studded,Western-themed wonderland on July 19, as San Francisco’s most indulgent annual tradition celebrated its tenth anniversary with a “Roe-deo” celebrating National Caviar…
Festival Napa Valley’s Arts for All Gala shattered its fundraising record on July 13, raising an extraordinary $5 million at the sold-out celebration held at Nickel & Nickel winery. Gala Chair Mary…
Whether you’re sipping in Sonoma or hosting in the city, these selections are your invitation to slow down, savor, and celebrate the sun.
The Giants became the first professional sports franchise to hire a Master Sommelier and launched the House of Far Niente Vintage ’58 Bar on the Promenade Level of Oracle Park in 2024.
Known as the “Queen of Torrontés,” Susana transformed this once-dismissed varietal into an icon of elegance.
A journey through family, tradition, and elegance in Paso Robles Nestled in the heart of the Willow Creek AVA in Paso Robles, California, Clos Solène is a hidden gem that embodies the…
Sonoma Valley’s newest destination for wine tasting is Auteur Russian River outside Healdsburg. Co-owners Kenneth and Laura Juhasz have announced the opening of of a striking new location perched on a wooded…
Vintner Suzanne Deal Booth, renowned for her expertise in cultural heritage preservation, has dedicated the past 15 years to restoring and reimagining Bella Oaks, one of Napa Valley’s most historic vineyards. In…
Nestled in the heart of wine country, Wise Caldwell Distillers stands as a testament to craftsmanship and innovation. On my recent visit, I embarked on a journey into the world of fine…
On a beautiful Sunday morning in Napa Valley, I found myself at Revana Estate, a winery that epitomizes the elegance and sophistication of California’s most renowned wine region. As I stepped onto…
The Boca Raton and Napa Valley Vintners merged this past January as 100 of Napa’s top wineries gathered for the inaugural Artisans of Wine & Food event. The weekend, filled with decadent…
A toast to tradition and innovation As a wine country ambassador, I’m not always drinking wine. My second go-to beverage of choice is tequila. In a world that offers so many different…
We dive into the sometimes taxing holiday season with a monumental shopping list. Embracing one of the five languages of love (gift giving—and receiving, of course), we forge into shops and boutiques,…
Nestled in the sun-drenched hills of Napa Valley, Benoit Touquette has emerged as a beacon of innovation and tradition in the world of winemaking. With roots tracing back to Lyon, France, Touquette’s…
There are moments in life that transcend the ordinary, experiences that linger in our memories long after they fade from immediacy. One such moment for me occurred at Javier’s in Newport Beach,…