For many of us the idea of owning a vineyard and producing a quality Napa wine is just a fantasy, but for Tom Burgess it’s a reality. After traveling the world with the United States Air force, Tom’s love for wine and adventure brought him to the Napa Valley, and in 1972, Burgess Cellars was [...]

Want a wine that pairs well with dinner and dessert that won’t break your bank?  Well, thanks to social media I was introduced to another great wine thanks to my friends @rickbakas and @aundycrenshaw on twitter.

The Conundrum is a lovely tropical wine on the nose, apple crisp on the palate, and sweet and creamy on [...]

Would you believe me if I told you I got a Caymus Zinfandel for only $32?  Probably not, right? Caymus is known for their high-end Napa Cabs, but they also produce a Sauvignon Blanc and a Zinfandel.  Both affordable, unique are worth a trip to the tasting room.
As I journey deeper into the realm of [...]

Last week I had the great privilege to join Hugh Davies at Schramsberg Vineyards to taste wine at his private table with his associates.  I felt a little bit like Frodo Baggins from Lord of the Rings when he enters the circle of trust in Rivendell.  To some this might seem only as a wine [...]

Last weekend I was invited to my very first wine blending party organized by Thea Dwelle (@winebratsf) and hosted at Conn Creek Winery!  The group consisted of myself, a small group of passionate wine bloggers and together each of us blended our very own wine using the fruit from the best AVAs in the Napa [...]