If you love Zinfandel then you’ve probably heard the name Opolo Vineyards as being one of the best producers of Zinfandel in California.  It was purely on word of mouth that I reached out to this family owned winery to learn more about their wines. After the first taste of their Mountain Zinfandel, the words [...]

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 [...]

“If your looking for that secluded, romantic wine tasting experience, it doesn’t get any better then Titus!” On a recent trip to Napa I had the wonderful opportunity to visit my friend Christophe Smith at Titus Vineyards. This small rustic winery has been owned and operated by the Titus family since 1967.  They continue to [...]

A few weeks ago I made my first visit to Murphy-Goode Winery in beautiful downtown Healdsburg.  My mission was to find their best wine and find the perfect meal pairing with the help of my friend Greg Johnson at Zinsvalley Restaurant.  I present to you Part One of my Murphy-Goode Challenge. I was also very lucky [...]