Pug puppies, cozy bonfires, whiskey collections and killer wine – I don’t know about you but that sounds like a winning combination to me. I’ve been hearing about Aonair for a few years and never made the trek up there. Wow! I’ve been missing out. Aonair has that special something. That je ne sais quoi. That something you can’t put your finger on, but you fall in love instantly. It’s very cabinesque, except Napa Valley cabin, if you know what…
{Full disclosure: this blog uses affiliate links, which help me earn a profit, but in no way affect you!} I can’t even believe it’s the holiday season! Where the heck did time go? If you’re like me, you are scrambling to buy Christmas gifts – why do I always wait until the last minute? Are you looking for that perfect gift for your favorite wine lover? Here are 10 wino approved items to add to your gift giving list. I’ve…
Amizetta Winery and Vineyards has been on my list for quite some time. This place is always booked and now I know why! Holy **** the view from Amizetta is absolutely breathtaking. But you know what the best part is? The wines match, and are just as incredible as the view. When the first wine you’re pouring me is a Cabernet Franc, I know we’re going to be friends. I love Cabernet Franc and appreciate when a winery knows how…
{Full disclosure: Some of the products suggested in this list were provided to me at no charge.} Pinot Noir and Thanksgiving go hand in hand. If you have never had this pairing, you are truly missing out. Don’t worry, I’ve got you covered! So Why Pinot Noir? Pinot Noir is the perfect Thanksgiving wine because it is a high acid wine, with soft to low tannins, fruity and depending on where it’s from can have herbaceous qualities. It’s versatile, and…
You know how you have some wineries that have been on your “must go to” list for a while? Newton was one of those for me. I kept seeing it in pictures, hearing things from friends and for whatever reason (life) never got around to visiting. Wow, was I missing out! I am not even exaggerating when I say that Newton Vineyards has one of the very best views in all of Napa Valley + their wine cave is incredible!…
{Full disclosure: This experience was provided to me at no charge.} Are you looking for a different place to wine taste that isn’t Napa or Sonoma? Or perhaps you want to taste with a large group and keep things affordable? Maybe you’re like me and want to visit all of the smaller, “undiscovered” wine regions in California? Whichever it may be, Livermore is a great choice! When it comes to experiencing Livermore wine country, the Livermore Wine Trolley is definitely…
Seavey Vineyards isn’t your normal touristy Napa winery – this place is off the beaten path, requires a reservation and is well worth the drive! As soon as I exited my car, I was greeted by our friendly tasting host, Juilo, with a glass of Sauvignon Blanc. I love when I’m handed wine before I even enter the winery. Such a nice touch. After we finished our Sauvginon Blanc we hopped in the four wheeler to go on an adventure…
Bet you didn’t even know you wanted to drink wine in a fairy circle at a ghost winery, huh? Do you even know what a fairy circle is? I didn’t, until I drank wine in one and had a magical moment. Keep reading to hear about the incredible wine tasting experience I had at AXR – a new Napa Valley winery right outside of St. Helena. AXR is a winery that I kept hearing about from friends–they would tell me…
Yountville is one of the cutest towns in California. I’m wondering why I haven’t spent more time there! This weekend I wine tasted at Silver Trident in downtown Yountville and it was such a memorable experience! Not only is it absolutely gorgeous inside – it’s furnished by Ralph Lauren AND the wine is delicious. First thing’s first, if you haven’t visited Yountville yet, go! Such a quant, small little town in the Napa Valley wedged in between Napa and St.…
Love at first sip. That’s how I felt as soon as I tried these two new wines this weekend. Do you guys know what I’m talking about? That moment the wine touches your lips – you swish it around, swallow it down and then nod your head up and down before you can form the words to say, “oh yeah.” Us wine lovers live for this moment – the moment you find a new love affair. So what are my…
