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In 1989, when Saralee Kunde and her husband Richard planted what is now, Saralee’s Vineyard, Sonoma was in the midst of transformation. Dairy pastures, grain fields and orchards were giving way to vineyards.
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In the young history of California Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, Saralee’s Vineyard has carved out a reputation that puts it in an elite category of California’s greatest spots for growing...
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Thirteen years of being “dry” had effectively destroyed the U.S. wine industry. Only a handful of wineries had been permitted to make wine during Prohibition, and those were only as...
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I think the best part of dinner parties may be the pre-dinner part. Standing around the kitchen island, chatting with friends while you finish up the cooking, sipping wine, and...
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As we saw last time, the Russians ran into problems when they settled the far Sonoma Coast, on the beaches and benchlands near what is today called (in their honor)...
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Today we begin a multi-part series on the history of the Russian River Valley, including how wine became its most important agricultural product. In part one, Steve Heimoff explores the...
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When I first learned I’d be traveling to Tbilisi, Georgia for my brother-in-law’s wedding, I was a bit taken back. Georgia, which contains part of the Caucasus Mountains, is nestled...
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You love Chardonnay, I love Chardonnay, we all love Chardonnay. It’s America’s favorite wine, by far. There’s something about Chard’s rich, creamy-smooth mouthfeel, unctuous flavors and honey-sweet fruit that hits...
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For the average wine drinker, one of the least known aspects of winemaking is blending. This vital step in the winemaking process is a team effort and assures the final...
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Who said sustainability isn’t exciting? When we need to protect our Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grapes before harvest, we enlist a squadron of 200 m.p.h. raptors to swoop in and help.
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Party planning can be a daunting task. There’s the food, the music, the décor… and then what if there is a lull or your guests aren’t mingling like you had...
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