Sixth Annual Labor Day Weekend Event to Celebrate Sonoma Wine, Food and Lifestyle Sonoma County, CALIF. — Sonoma Wine Country Weekend, the premier wine and epicurean event that showcases the birthplace of California wine, has been set for Labor Day Weekend, August 30 through September 1, … [Read more...]

Osmosis Spa Announces Sonoma Wine Country Organic Lifestyle Wellness Escape FREESTONE, CA, March 2013 --- Osmosis Day Spa Sanctuary (www.osmosis.com) has created the ultimate getaway for those yearning to enjoy all the benefits of a luxurious vacation centered on relaxation, wellness and vitality … [Read more...]

Combine An On-The-Move Lunch Aboard A Historic Train With A Medieval Castle Tour NAPA VALLEY, March 21, 2013 -- Starting April 1st, two of Napa Valley's most sought after travel destinations, the Napa Valley Wine Train and Castello di Amorosa, will be joining together to make one all encompassing … [Read more...]

New Healdsburg destination promises innovative exploration of wine and food at the table HEALDSBURG, Calif, March 5, 2013 -- Kendall-Jackson, one of America's most beloved family-owned wineries, today announced the opening of Partake by K-J, located just steps from the square in Healdsburg, an … [Read more...]

Sterling Repeats As The Exclusive Wine Of The Oscars® NAPA, Calif., Feb. 25, 2013 – Last Sunday, on the brightest night in Hollywood--as the stars were strolling the red carpet, finding their seats in the Dolby Theater, and accepting their awards--the odds were good that they would be toasting … [Read more...]

July-August concert series promises great music paired brilliantly with local wine and food ST. HELENA, Calif., Feb. 19, 2013 -- Charles Krug Winery, today announced they will host the first "RockNapa" concert and festival series on July 18, July 19, August 15 and August 16 in partnership with … [Read more...]

Ranking Of The Wine Country's 11 Michelin Star Restaurants By Zagat Scores (Click here for a more complete listing of the Wine Country's top-rated restaurants.) At the end of 2012, we looked once again at two leading sets of restaurant ratings and developed some basic conclusions about which … [Read more...]

Grgich Hills Estate marks Vintner Hall of Fame inductee’s ninety years of accomplishments—with a cake decorating contest! Feb. 1, 2013. Rutherford, California--In honor of Miljenko “Mike” Grgich’s 90th birthday, Grgich Hills Estate invites everyone 21 years or older to participate in a … [Read more...]

Skinny Chicks Author Calls New Wine Line Her After Work Go-To Treat NAPA, Calif., Jan. 15, 2013  -- With health resolutions popular this time of year, newly-launched low-calorie wine The Skinny Vine makes it easy for wine drinkers to stick to a low-calorie lifestyle with a little indulgence. … [Read more...]

Eighth Inauguration for America's Premium Champagne GUERNEVILLE (RUSSIAN RIVER VALLEY ), Calif., Jan. 9, 2013  -- When Barack Obama is sworn in for his second term as the 44th President of the United States, this historic event will once again be toasted with flutes of Korbel California Champagne. … [Read more...]

GUERNEVILLE, Calif., Dec. 6, 2012 -- Christmas brings families together, and the Christmas meal – whether Christmas dinner or Christmas brunch – ranks right up there with the gifts as one of the day's special highlights. Pairing that delicious Christmas feast with a wine equally delicious is … [Read more...]

Local Production Presents Provacative Perspective On The Wine Country WARNING that this music video link is to a gangsta rap production that is not suitable for younger viewers. But, hey, what else is new about gangsta rap? The video comes to us from Cameron Washington, the "mastermind" … [Read more...]

HEALDSBURG, Calif., Nov. 8, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- If you've ever thought about lending your creative talents to a whimsical endeavor, here's your chance.  J Vineyards & Winery is calling on clever wordsmiths everywhere to enter its "Name That Pinot Noir Wine" contest through Twitter, Facebook, … [Read more...]

Yao Family Wines Debut In US Following Introduction In China ST. HELENA, Calif., Nov. 8, 2012  -- Yao Family Wines, the Napa Valley wine company founded by former NBA star Yao Ming, today announced its entry into the U.S. wine market following its launch in mainland China. The company debuted in … [Read more...]

Ideal Growing Season Assures Outstanding Vintage SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 8, 2012  -- The 2012 California wine grape harvest yielded generous amounts of high quality fruit, and winemakers across the state are describing this year's vintage as "excellent," "outstanding" and "ideal."  "The 2012 vintage … [Read more...]

Like the Old Vine Describes How Famed Winemaker Achieved His American Dream September 25, 2012, Rutherford, CA – Grgich Hills Estate today announced that Miljenko “Mike” Grgich, President and Winemaker of Grgich Hills Estate and Vintner’s Hall of Fame Inductee, is the subject of the … [Read more...]

2008 Kenwood Artist Series Cabernet Sauvignon Features Robin F. Williams' "Smile" KENWOOD (SONOMA VALLEY), Calif., Sept. 20, 2012  -- "Smile", by accomplished artist Robin F. Williams, featured on the just-released 2008 Kenwood Vineyards Artist Series Cabernet Sauvignon, ranks among the most … [Read more...]

Boutique Luxury Hotel Prides Itself On Personal, Generous Service NAPA VALLEY, Calif., Sept. 7, 2012 -- The historic White House Inn & Spa (www.whitehouseinnnapa.com) is newly reopened, delighting Napa vacationers with the ultimate in personal service among chic and luxurious … [Read more...]

Sterling Vineyards And Padma Lakshmi Team Up Again NAPA, Calif., Sept. 6, 2012 -- For the second year, iconic Napa Valley winery Sterling Vineyards will be partnering with Padma Lakshmi in search of the Ultimate Host. After an exciting first year for the program, Padma will continue her … [Read more...]

NAPA, Calif., Aug. 21, 2012 -- Reata Winery is pleased to announce the appointment of Nori Nakamura as winemaker. With his appointment, Nakamura brings a decade of Napa Valley winemaking experience to Reata's award-winning wine portfolio. A native of Tokyo, Japan, Nakamura initially gained wine … [Read more...]

Navy, Marine, Air Force Jet Fighters To Perform At Annual Event SANTA ROSA, Calif., Aug. 15, 2012 -- The PACIFIC COAST AIR MUSEUM (PCAM) welcomes Navy, Marine and Air Force front line fighter jets to an already stellar air show line-up of performers.  The air show will be held at the Charles M. … [Read more...]

Boutique Hotel Offers Guests Friendly, Intimate, Affordable Napa Experience NAPA, August 8, 2012 – The 59-room Napa Winery Inn, Napa Valley’s newest boutique hotel, opened its doors on July 1, 2012. The hotel offers guests an affordable Napa getaway and is centrally located just minutes from … [Read more...]

You'd think if you booked a "vineyard safari" with an outfit called Napa Valley Bike Tours you'd be heading into the trellised rows on two wheels, not six. And you could be if you prefer two wheels to six. But if you prefer to go off-road with a little more protection from who knows what might be … [Read more...]

The Fun And Specials Start At 5:00 PM Tuesdays Only Merchants at the Oxbow Public Market, 644 First Street in Napa, offer "Locals' Night" specials every Tuesday beginning at 5:00 PM. Here's a list of specials for Tuesday, July 24; expect similar specials on other Tuesdays. Half-price oysters on … [Read more...]

EDITOR'S NOTE: An interesting press release slid across our desk today, and we thought it might be of interest to you. It isn't about wine, but about the foods you consume with your wine. The press release that appears below is from Compassion In World Farming, a UK-based international organization … [Read more...]

Treasury Wine Estates makes strides toward Corporate Social Responsibility goals NAPA, Calif., July 12, 2012 -- Treasury Wine Estates (TWE), the world's largest publicly listed, wine-only company – with over 60 iconic brands including Beringer Vineyards, Etude, St. Clement, and Stags' Leap Winery … [Read more...]

Villagio Inn & Spa and Vintage Inn Recognized For Positive Guest Reviews YOUNTVILLE, NAPA VALLEY, June 25, 2012 – The AAA Four Diamond award-winning Villagio Inn & Spa, and its sister hotel AAA Four Diamond Vintage Inn, both have received the prestigious TripAdvisor’s 2012 Certificate … [Read more...]

Second Annual Flavor! Napa Valley Food and Wine Festival Includes 50 Chefs, over 125 Vintners, and Adds Two Days of Hands-on Immersions NAPA, Calif., June 19, 2012 -- Following a successful 2011 debut, an impressive array of Napa Valley-based celebrity chefs, restaurants, vintners, sommeliers and … [Read more...]

Are You An Average American? SAN FRANCISCO -- According to the Wine Institute, on average, each resident of the United States consumed 2.54 gallons of wine in 2010. That comes to just over a case per person for the year.  Since you're reading this, we're guessing you're on the high side of the … [Read more...]

New Restaurant from Architect Howard Backen, Interior Designer Lori Backen, Winemaker Leslie Rudd Stanley Morris to Serve as Managing Partner, Philip Wang as Executive Chef/Partner   ST. HELENA, May 7, 2012 - French Blue, a beautiful and warm neighborhood restaurant located in the heart of … [Read more...]

NAPA VALLEY, April 30, 2012 -- It's that time of year again. The weather is warm, and winemakers are beginning to roll out their summer wines. Experienced wine buyers know that these crisp, dry, pink wines are typically made in limited quantities and aren't available for long. So now is the time to … [Read more...]

Featuring Chef Emeril Lagasse, Thomas Keller's Ad Hoc, and Many More  ST HELENA, April 26, 2012  -- Auction Napa Valley, the American Wine Classic charity fundraiser hosted by the Napa Valley Vintners (NVV) and taking place this year from May 31-June 3, has always focused on food nearly as much … [Read more...]

Korbel Garden Refutes Sustainable Stereotypes GUERNEVILLE (RUSSIAN RIVER VALLEY), April 10, 2012 -- When Korbel Champagne Cellars' spectacular garden opens on Sunday, April 15th for the 2012 season, visitors will marvel at the extraordinarily beautiful plantings – including 250 varieties of roses … [Read more...]

Grgich Hills Wines The Exclusive Choice For James Beard Dinner RUTHERFORD, March 16, 2012 -- Grgich Hills Estate wines were the only wines served at the famed James Beard House in New York City on March 13 for a dinner that showcased organic, biodynamic and sustainable foods from Kentucky and … [Read more...]

Historic Dinner Showcases One Of America's Finest Wines RUTHERFORD, February 22, 2012 -- The Chinese Consulate General in Los Angeles hosted a dinner for Chinese Vice President Xi Jingping on February 16th that included Vice President Joe Biden and featured Grgich Hills Estate 2008 Cabernet … [Read more...]

New "Be." Collection Poised to Capture Growing Segment of Wine Consumers NAPA, February 23, 2012 -- Treasury Wine Estates, a global wine company with a leading portfolio of new world wines, today announced its new stylish, playful "Be." collection. "Be." wines, designed to appeal to the … [Read more...]

Drink Your Carbs Launches a Guide to Losing Weight Without Giving Up Alcohol SAN FRANCISCO, Dec. 6, 2011  -- Today, Drink Your Carbs celebrates the launch of drinkyourcarbs.com, a diet and lifestyle guide based on the premise that drinking alcohol is fully compatible with healthy weight … [Read more...]

Farmhouse Inn, French Laundry, Madrona Manor Share Diners' Choice Award Honors SAN FRANCISCO, Dec. 13, 2011  -- To celebrate another amazing year in fine dining, OpenTable, Inc. today announced the Diners' Choice Awards for the  top 100 best restaurants in the United States.  The list of winners … [Read more...]

Beau Wine Tours, Hess Collection and Sterling Vineyards Are Among The Winners And The Winners Are . . . Kara Adamson, Auberge du Soleil; Mecaela Miller, Round Pond Estate; Mark Mathewson, Sterling Vineyards; Jim Caudill, The Hess Collection; Jerry Colton, Ma(i)sonry; Dev Sidhu, Cakebread; Louise … [Read more...]

HEALDSBURG, Calif., July 12, 2011 -- J Vineyards & Winery kicks off its 25th Anniversary with a stylish new look for its popular Cuvee 20 Brut sparkling wine.  The anniversary bottling, adorned with the winery's signature yellow brushstroke "J" logo and a back label QR code that takes you to a … [Read more...]

Award-Winning Company Provides Exclusive Inside Culinary Experience NAPA, June 10, 2011 -- Gourmet Walks has launched the first wine country culinary walking tours in historic downtown Napa twice weekly. The three-hour tours begin at Oxbow Market and end at the Napa Mill. “We started our … [Read more...]

Fitness Nutrition Expert Aprilanne Hurley Has A Sensible New Way To End Yo-Yo Dieting SAN FRANCISCO, May 10, 2011 -- "The Party Girl Diet" is more than a diet, it's a way of life," Hurley reports. It is a "Survival Guide" for people who have tried every fad-diet out there and are looking for a … [Read more...]

Trinity Oaks Wines Supports the Planting of Enough Trees to Cover San Francisco’s Golden Gate Park 10 Times April 20, 2011. St. Helena Calif. >> In under three years, Trinity Oaks Wines has turned its tree-planting program One Bottle, One Tree® into thousands of new forest acres.  This … [Read more...]

Hell's Kitchen Winner Chef Christina Machamer Will Lead the Winery’s Programs CALISTOGA, Calif. (April 18, 2011) – B Cellars (www.bcellars.com), a premium winery and tasting salon located on the picturesque Silverado Trail in Calistoga, is proud to announce a number of enhanced tasting … [Read more...]

April 7, 2011 - Healdsburg, CA: Rodney Strong Vineyards' Green Light Pledge program, in which the winery provided an energy efficient compact fluorescent (CFL) bulb to people who pledged to change out a standard incandescent, garnered over 85,000 pledges in just over a month causing the winery to … [Read more...]

Napa Valley – (March 17, 2011) – After two years of extensive renovation, the Napa Valley Marriott Hotel & Spa will officially launch on March 29, 2011 following a $7 million renovation.  Unveiling pristine grounds and an entirely new concept that effortlessly blends the needs of business … [Read more...]

SAN FRANCISCO, March 15, 2011 -- The U.S. surpassed France as the world's largest wine-consuming nation in 2010, with wine shipments to the U.S. from California, other states and foreign producers growing 2% from the previous year to nearly 330 million cases, a record high for the industry, … [Read more...]

NAPA VALLEY, Calif., March 8, 2011 -- The Napa Valley, known for its premium wines, Michelin-star dining, healing hot-spring waters, relaxing spas, and unparalleled natural beauty is also the home of an extraordinary collection – an impressive trove of world-class art for visitors and residents to … [Read more...]

(Napa, March 2, 2011) Are you among the millions of Americans experiencing stress during the recession? So is Napa Valley's Stags' Leap Winery, but not in the way you might think. Read the whole story from Bloomberg News and the Press Democrat here: http://bit.ly/fxIgWH. Read more about Stags' … [Read more...]

NAPA, Calif. and PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla., Jan. 31, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- The PGA TOUR and Beringer Vineyards today announced a four-year extension of their marketing partnership that secures Beringer's designation as the "Official Wine of the PGA TOUR, Champions Tour and Nationwide Tour" through 2014 … [Read more...]

Wednesday evening my wife and I made what has become an annual excursion to partake of Pinot & Cioppino NIght at St. Helena’s venerable Tra Vigne Restaurant. An annual excursion for us, but a weekly routine for them. We were a little surprised to discover that it’s an every Wednesday … [Read more...]