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...
Hunt Cellars 2003 Unforgettable Merlot
Grape(s): Merlot Winery: Hunt Cellars Region: Paso Robles Year: 2003 Special Designation: Unforgettable Price: 40-45 Review: On the nose, aromas of cherries,...
Hunt Cellars 2002 Outlaw Ridge Reserve Zinfandel
Grape(s): Zinfandel Winery: Hunt Cellars Region: Paso Robles Year: 2002 Special Designation: Outlaw Ridge Reserve Price: 40-45 Review: Aromas of black cherries,...
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....
Hunt Cellars 2006 Que Sirah, Syrah
Grape(s): Syrah & Petite Sirah Winery: Hunt Cellars Region: Paso Robles Year: 2006 Special Designation: Que Sirah, Syrah Price: Review A wine that truly...
Hunt Cellars 2002 Hilltop Serenade
Grape(s): Syrah Winery: Hunt Cellars Region: Paso Robles Year: 2002 Special Designation: Hilltop Serenade Price: 135-140 Review Indulge yourself in this wine’s...
Wines of Arnaldo Caprai
The holiday season is upon us and with it comes the Yuletide stress of completing holiday menus and their wine pairings. As you debate the pros and cons of...
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...