With more than 400 wineries across the Napa Valley region, it’s impressive how wine lovers are always thirsty for more. That’s why guided tours are so popular, since professional chauffeurs can steer you towards the latest and greatest. Here are four more new spots to explore: Piazza Del Dotto The third Napa Valley winery for…

“Sustainable” and “earth friendly” are important topics all around the world these days, and as much so in Wine Country. Did you know that many Napa and Sonoma wineries are now operating as green businesses? It’s easy to plan a wonderful tasting adventure, building your visits around environmentally responsible wineries. Simply check napagreen.org for earth-authentic…

Artesa Vineyards & Winery has long been known for its dramatic, Mediterranean inspired hilltop estate in Carneros. And now, the property boasts a newly remodeled Tasting Salon offering pairings of single vineyard wines and Barcelona-inspired bites. Showcasing the winery’s signature Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, tastings can also include vintage Estate sparkling wine, Cabernet Sauvignon, Tempranillo…

There’s new life at the historic Wheeler Farms Winery in St. Helena, as Arrow & Branch owners Steve and Seanne Contursi have set up their winemaking and tasting room operations at the estate on Zinfandel Lane. Tastings take place in the newly open Wheeler Farms Winery Hospitality House, as by-reservation private visits. The 90-minute, $125…

Gear up for sizzling summer concerts at a very cool venue indeed: The Estate Yountville’s ‘Music on the Lawn’ series rocks the town August 19 through October 22, 2017. Set on 22 acres in downtown Yountville, the Estate is home to the luxurious Villagio Inn & Spa and Vintage House and includes V Marketplace, a…

The vineyard view rooms at Yountville’s newly remodeled Napa Valley Lodge showcase more than just the neighboring grapevines. They mark the source of the lodge’s own wine, under a label called Bella, for the Bella Cabernet Sauvignon plot that resides just outside the hotel’s suites wing. Bella, which means “beautiful” in Italian, is also the…

Here in Wine Country, we celebrate the often-rainy weather through winter, because it gives us yes another reason to visit our lovely wineries. Fireplaces make the experience even more special, as we sip in warm, relaxing comfort. Round Pond Estate, Rutherford Grab your sweater and your sweetie, and snuggle up next to the cozy outdoor…

One of the joys of wine tasting in Napa Valley is the exclusive nature of many of the wineries. Estates roll out the red carpets for their guests, and especially if you’re a VIP, getting insiders’ tours and special tastings make truly memorable experiences. One of the best ways to get on that VIP list…

If you could dream up the perfect holiday gift for Napa wine lovers, what might it be? How about a collection of high-end Napa Valley wines, all drawn from the prestigious Stags Leap District? The Stags Leap District Winegrowers Association has released its limited Appellation Collection, featuring one bottle of 2013 Stags Leap District-designated Cabernet…

Touring Napa Valley’s many wineries is a wonderful experience, but what if the winery actually toured you around? That’s the idea behind the new Napa Valley Wine Train Private Reserve Dinner Series, where each adventure is hosted by a prominent winemaker and includes a multi-course, wine paired dinner from Wine Train chef Donald Young. It’s…