Boutique Wines Exploring the New(ish) and Notable Attractions in California Chris Lehoux, January 23, 2026 There was a time, more than twenty years ago, when monitoring new wine brands in California seemed like a feasible task. As an early-career wine writer, I believed I had a good grip on the landscape. Fast forward to today, however, and the situation feels almost comical in its complexity…. Continue Reading
California Exploring the Flavorful Depths: Tasting Notes on Hella Chenin Wine Chris Lehoux, September 14, 2025 You’d be hard pressed to find someone more excited than I about the rise of Chenin Blanc as a well-known alternative white wine. It seems Chenin has finally begun to garner attention in the wine press, with more stories emerging than ever before. While California has less than 4,000 acres… Continue Reading