Schramsberg Vineyards in Napa Valley is a preeminent sparkling wine house in the United States. The brand is so beloved that is has been served at the White House under every administration – no matter the political affiliation – since 1972 with Nixon.
Author: Alison Bailin Batz
Winery of the Week: Jordan Vineyard & Winery
One of the top Cabernet Sauvignon brands in all of California, Jordan Vineyard & Winery in Healdsburg is a dream come true, both for its founders and its guests.
Winery of the Week: Notre Vue Estate Winery & Vineyards
Notre Vue means “our view.” But the view from (and of) Windsor-based Notre Vue Estate Winery & Vineyards is just the beginning.
19 Romantic California Wines
Seeking a little something special to sip with your sweetie this Valentine’s Day? Consider a selection from this list of romantic California wines, each guaranteed to ramp up the seduction all month long.
Winery of the Week: Baldacci Family Vineyards
It took one special family and a big leap of faith to take Baldacci Family Vineyards from dream to world-class destination in the heart of Napa.
Restaurant of the Week: Erosion Tap House
Everyone likes a good comeback story, and this one has ice cream. Napa Valley’s Erosion Tap House: Winery & Brewery + Creamery, a cheeky restaurant, ice cream shop, wine and beer tasting room, and bottle shop, almost wasn’t any of those things.
Winter Vacation: Albuquerque
Ready for a winter escape? Look no further than Albuquerque, one of the most culturally diverse and dynamic cities in the United States and less than a two-hour flight from San Diego.
Winery of the Week: Roth Estate
Ever wanted to explore a deep, dark cave? And what if wine was waiting at the end of the tunnel? Hello, Sonoma’s Roth Estate!
14 Warming Winter California Wines
Red wine is clearly the unofficial drink of cooler weather. Here are some amazing California red wines to sip when temperatures start to dip.
A Weekend in…Spring Mountain
Napa’s St. Helena AVA is well-known worldwide for its world-class dining, wineries and resorts. However, there is a gem hidden just behind St. Helena whose luscious varietals very much deserve the discovery. The region: the Spring Mountain District.