Falcone Family Vineyards

Falcone Family Vineyards

Streamlined, Sustainable, Serious-But Never Stuffy “It’s just the two of us,” is how John and Helen Falcone described their small passion project just east of Templeton near Paso Robles. Yet, with backgrounds as Napa-based winemakers, the couple brings a solid...
A Tribute To Steven Spurrier (1941-2021)

A Tribute To Steven Spurrier (1941-2021)

When asked how California wines were viewed in France in 1976, Steven Spurrier replied, “California wines were not viewed. California wine did not exist.” In his memoir, A Life in Wine, Spurrier describes his introduction to wine at age 13. “The decanter was moved in...
California Brandy House

California Brandy House

Welcoming California Brandy House to Downtown Napa E. & J. Gallo Winery has unveiled a brand-new California Brandy House for brandy lovers and wine lovers looking to try something new. Opened in November 2020, this is the first stand-alone tasting room dedicated...
A Day At The Oxbow

A Day At The Oxbow

Napa’s Oxbow Public Market has served as one of Napa Valley’s revered local gathering places for great food, wine, and local purveyors since its opening in 2007. The 40,000 square-foot space is replete with vendors offering locally produced farm provisions, food,...
Diamond Mountain Vineyard

Diamond Mountain Vineyard

A Journey To The Top Diamond Mountain Vineyard, under the stewardship of veteran winemaker Kevin Vecchiarelli and consulting winemaker Paul Hobbs, conveys the essence of this historic property which dates back to 1895. Situated high atop the summit for which it is...