I will never stop gushing over Trefethen Family Vineyards! This vineyard is one of Napa Valley’s pioneering wineries. In fact, they are in their third generation of producing truly admirable wine! The dedication
What an oasis it was! This stunning property surrounded by vines is also home to a farmer’s market, vegetable garden, and more than a few rescued animals. While chatting with Lindsay Hoopes, I
Hot air ballooning in Sonoma has been on my bucket list forever — and now that I live in Napa, I wake up to regularly find these beautiful, whimsical balloons dotting the morning
There’s nothing like sipping wine in the place where it was grown. Gallica is nestled in the heart of Napa Valley amongst historic vineyards and coastal oaks. On the patio, next to their
Recently, I sat down for a tasting at Cardinale Winery and just absolutely fell in love! Their winemaker, Chris Carpenter, is amazing — his dedication to his craft and to producing beautiful Cabernet
Everyone knows that Napa is nothing short of amazing in its wine selections. But, not everyone is aware of their amazing food selections as well! From sushi to burgers, to locally-sourced restaurants. There’s
Heading out for a day of California wine tasting in Sonoma or Carmel can feel absolutely magical. Surrounded by vines, sipping on beautiful wines right where they’re grown, the sun shining above you
Recently I had the chance to head down to Santa Barbara to visit a friend. Given my obsession with wine… we obviously had to spend one of our days together exploring the Santa
Wine & Dogs – the greatest pairing in the world. Did you know that there are some amazing dog-friendly wineries and tasting rooms in Napa? Whether you’re a dog owner, or just want
There’s something magical about waking up early on a Saturday morning and heading to your local farmer’s market. Here in Napa, the heart of America’s wine country, that magic takes on a whole
The epitome of wine country lifestyle, Healdsburg might be the most charming city in Sonoma. They truly have it all: excellent wine, delicious farm-to-table cuisine, fascinating history, art galleries, beautiful music, small-town charm,
Healdsburg is the epitome of wine country lifestyle, and is the home of Flowers Winery Healdsburg, Gary Farrell, and many other amazing wineries. Healdsburg may be my favorite city in all of Sonoma.
Moving to downtown Napa was by far the best decision I’ve ever made. I’m happier than I’ve been in a long time. I feel like I’m finally on the path that’s meant for
Paso Robles is a wine destination for the wild-hearted. It’s often touted as one of the most exciting up-and-coming wine regions in California. Located centrally between San Francisco and Los Angeles along the
“Small town charm meets world class wine”. Paso Robles is often touted as one of the most exciting up-and-coming wine regions in California. Located centrally between San Francisco and Los Angeles along the
Winter is the perfect time to head to your favorite wine region. Harvest is done, bottling has yet to begin, and things move at a slower pace this time of year. There tend
Healdsburg is a charming town in Sonoma that’s alive with farm-to-table cuisine, world-class wine, and amazing people. Attend their Tastemaker Weekend for unique one-of-a-kind experiences. Get personal with the people shaping Sonoma; learn
Nestled in the heart of St. Helena, there is more to Brasswood Estate than one might initially realize. On the property, not only do they have a tasting room for their wines and
Gundlach-Bundschu is the oldest family owned winery in California and has an extensive history combined with a dedication to producing excellent wine. Their grapes are all harvested from their estate which provides unique
Abbot’s Passage is a distinctive destination in downtown Sonoma that is home to unique regularly scheduled workshops that pair hands-on education and exploration with tastings of Katie Bundschu’s small-lot, co-fermented field blend wines.