The Exquisite Expanse of Alexander Valley

The Exquisite Expanse of Alexander Valley

As the largest AVA in Sonoma County, Alexander Valley is best known for its superior Cabernet Sauvignon and Bordeaux blends grown in areas of Healdsburg, Geyserville, Cloverdale, Jimtown, and Maacama. Recognizable wineries here include Silver Oak, Francis Ford...
Valle De Guadalupe

Valle De Guadalupe

To understand the Valle de Guadalupe, one of the most currently talked-about winegrowing regions, it’s important to know the lay of the land. Baja California is a narrow peninsula extending into the Pacific Ocean from Southern California. The region is a territory of...
New Mexico’s Wine Region: Searching for Style

New Mexico’s Wine Region: Searching for Style

New Mexico is no stranger to growing grapes. In fact, the first wine-growing grapes were planted in New Mexico almost 400 years ago by the Spanish in 1629 along the Rio Grande River. Today, this region has become the Middle Rio Grande Valley AVA, along with two other...
Frattey and Frattey Shams of Anderson Valley

Frattey and Frattey Shams of Anderson Valley

On a leisurely drive from Napa Valley to the hills of Anderson Valley along scenic highway 128, views of old oak trees, vineyards, and the Mayacamas Mountain range impress. The best way to take it all in is to roll down the window and engage the senses. Deep breaths...
Finger Lakes, NY: Racy Riesling Reigns

Finger Lakes, NY: Racy Riesling Reigns

Aptly named for the long, slender lakes that dramatically impact the region’s terroir, New York’s Finger Lakes AVA is a wholly unique place. In the Finger Lakes, two of the sub-AVAs in the region directly flank the lakes on all sides. Seneca Lake and Cayuga Lake boast...