Marchelle Wines: A Passion for Rarity

Marchelle Wines: A Passion for Rarity

In Beaujolais, France, carbonic maceration—the process of fermenting whole red grape clusters to extract the grape’s color with low levels of tannin—is renowned for its ability to add unique aromas, like bubble gum and banana, as well as unique flavors, like cherry...
Valley of Love

Valley of Love

With wine, thermal springs, luxury spas, and some of the finest dining in the country, it’s no wonder Napa is often considered a premier destination for romance. The scenic vineyards provide the perfect backdrop for canoodling, whether riding through them on...
Romeo Vineyards & Cellars

Romeo Vineyards & Cellars

Frank Romeo didn’t intend to become a vintner when he purchased his 40-acre Calistoga property in 1996. He was simply seeking a weekend getaway—a relaxing spot to escape from his weekday job as proprietor of Romeo Packing Company in Half Moon Bay, a fertilizer...
Kenefick Ranch Vineyard & Winery

Kenefick Ranch Vineyard & Winery

Chris Kenefick’s father, San Francisco neurosurgeon Dr. Tom Kenefick, dreamt of owning a Napa Valley vineyard. He brought the dream to fruition in 1978 when he bought a Calistoga ranch planted with Bordeaux and Rhone-varietal vines. He eventually retired to Calistoga...
Calistoga

Calistoga

Located at the northernmost tip of Napa Valley, Calistoga is an AVA where the past and present intertwine. Calistoga wine country is an experience unlike any other, with a history steeped in pioneering spirit, a terroir that offers graceful wines, and wineries that...
Solvang Deserves More Than a Sideways Glance

Solvang Deserves More Than a Sideways Glance

Twenty years ago, a small-budget film greatly impacted the world of wine. The wine-tasting road trip adventures of Miles and Jack in “Sideways” were filmed almost entirely on-location in the small town of Solvang and neighboring spots around the Santa Ynez Valley. As...