The Extraordinary Napa Valley Wine Train
The history of the famous Napa Valley Wine Train is as old as the Napa Valley itself. It was conceived and built in 1864 by California’s first millionaire and visionary, Samuel Brannen, to transport guests to the healing spa he’d recently built in Calistoga, which he...
Frank Family’s 30th Anniversary
Over the 4th of July weekend in 1993, Napa Valley’s iconic Frank Family Vineyards first opened their winery doors. What initially began as a hobby for Founder Rich Frank has grown into not only a successful business but also a premier Napa Valley destination....
Conn Creek Turns 50
Bill and Kathleen Collins had a vision that they knew would require nearly flawless execution. Back in 1973, there were certainly people making wine in Napa Valley, but while the soil and climate of the area seemed ideal, the idea that a living could be scratched out...
Barrett & Barrett
Married for 38 years, world-renowned winemakers Bo and Heidi Barrett have spent nearly one-third of their marriage working together on their joint wine venture, Barrett & Barrett. After decades spent in parallel winemaking careers – Bo at Chateau Montelena; Heidi...