Taking a Ride with Fess Parker in California Wine Country
by Craig Stoltz
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The mid-century action hero’s California businesses offer hospitality, history, horses -- and some memorable livestock.
Where to Find Sparkling Wine in Willamette Valley
by Pam Baker
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The Willamette Valley, Oregon’s biggest wine region, is celebrated for its astounding Pinot Noir. Discovered by pioneering winemakers more than 50 years ago, its mild climate provides perfect conditions for growing cool-climate grapes. While Pinot Noir has long been the star of the region, more winemakers are making some excellent sparkling wine in Willamette Valley,
Introducing the newest AVA – San Luis Obispo Coast
by Pam Baker
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Say hello to the newest American Viticultural Area (AVA) – San Luis Obispo Coast. This dreamy cool-climate wine region stretches roughly 60 miles long from south of Big Sur to just north of Santa Maria. Designated an AVA on March 9, 2022, San Luis Obispo (SLO) Coast includes the existing appellations of Arroyo Grande and
Wine Tasting in Santa Fe? Yes, You Can!
by Pam Baker
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Rated the #2 City in the US by Travel and Leisure, Santa Fe, New Mexico, draws visitors to its well-known cuisine, plentiful art, rich history, boutique shopping, Native American culture, wellness spas, and a multitude of outdoor activities. As food lovers, we came to explore the culinary scene of this high desert city. But where
The Legacy of La Crema’s Estate at Saralee’s Vineyard
by Pam Baker
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The next time you visit Sonoma County, be sure to schedule some time to wine taste at the La Crema Estate at Saralee’s Vineyard. Located in a celebrated building transformed into a stunning wine tasting room, La Crema provides the perfect place to spend an afternoon. You’re sure to enjoy the wines and the surroundings.
The Best of New Mexican Wine: Gruet Sparkling Wine
by Cori Solomon
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New Mexican wine and grape growing started long before the first plantings were seen in California. Almost 400 years ago, circa 1629, the first grapevines planted were along the Rio Grande River by Monks, who brought vines from Spain. One might say the birth of American viticulture started in New Mexico. One long-standing winery in
7 Perfect Wine and Chocolate Pairings for This Valentine’s Day
by Pam Baker
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If you’re planning a special Valentine’s Day at home this year, impress your sweetheart by pairing wine with everyone’s favorite sweet treat – chocolate! To help you prepare for this most romantic of all holidays, here are seven wine and chocolate pairings to enjoy with your darling. Kendall-Jackson Wine and Chocolate Pairings I’m fond of
Exploring Oregon’s Rogue Valley Wine Region
by Pam Baker
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When visitors call the Rogue Valley wine region the “new Napa,” its proud winemakers say, “No, we’re Southern Oregon.” With a growing reputation for expressive wines, the Rogue Valley is producing a string of outstanding vintages and quietly attracting wine lovers. And with four wine trails, 53 tasting rooms, and 88 vineyards, there’s plenty to
New Zealand’s Delightful Wine Village
by Pam Baker
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Located in the southeastern region of New Zealand’s North Island lies the Wairarapa, an area of big skies, wide valleys and small towns full of character. And in the Wairarapa, at the heart of the classic New Zealand Wine Trail, is Martinborough, a delightful wine village with a population of 1,680. It’s here that some
13 Unique Places to Visit in 2020
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This year is going to be anything but boring. Tokyo is going to host the Summer Olympics, while Sapporo will hold its Snow Festival. Jamaica will be celebrating the late Bob Marley’s 75th birthday, and Dublin will commemorate the life of writer James Joyce during Bloomsday. Of course, there are lesser-known events, too. Glouster, UK,