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Not your Typical Gourmet at Hannah Nicole Wine Dinner
Wine is all about enjoyment, and when wineries host special dinners, the idea, of course, is to indulge the palate with harmonious flavor combinations of food...
Finding Balance in the Vines: Richard Sanford & Alma Rosa Winery
Richard Sanford returned from the war in Vietnam as a pacifist. He wanted to do something more earthly, something that brought him closer to nature. During his time...
Bordeaux with your Burrito? – Mexico’s Wine Changes Perception
California equals wine; that’s a simple equation. But Baja? That equals beer to many. But surprise number one is that Baja California in Mexico and its grape-growing...
Bridlewood Estate Winery: The Artist’s View of Winemaking
Bridlewood Estate What makes a wine special? Undoubtedly, it starts in the vineyard; but how can a winemaker capture that vineyard in the bottle? At Bridlewood...
Margerum Wine: Unintentionally, Intentionally Different
Doug Margerum isn’t afraid to be a bit different. It’s not about being a maverick or getting noticed. Doug simply knows what he likes, knows what he...
Adding up to Balance: Amanda Cramer & Niner Estates
Amanda Cramer, the winemaker at Niner Estates, didn’t grow up in a wine drinking family. Her parents were more “cocktail people.” In fact, her initial...
Hannah Nicole Winery: Growing their Own Identity
With over a million residents and a bustling suburban scene, it’s understandable that wine isn’t the first thing people think about in Contra Costa...
Monterey Wine Country: A Taste Through the Thermal Rainbow
Monterey County is legendary for its breathtaking views and incredible wildlife. The way that weather, earth, and ocean combine together make it a dream...
Out-of-the-ordinary & Extraordinary Blends
In the world of wine, there’s an old adage that great wine is made in the vineyard. Of course, without great fruit, it’s not possible to make great wine....
Wine Country and Sunsets: Escaping in Carmel
The moment before sunset, when the sky is filled with softening streaks of red and orange and the calm of dusk starts to settle on the land, can be strikingly beautiful...
