Activities &Amp; Events Dine with Jancis Robinson: Exclusive Dinner Event on October 30th in San Francisco! Chris Lehoux, September 22, 2025 On October 30th, wine enthusiasts have a unique opportunity to dine with renowned wine critic Jancis Robinson in San Francisco. Celebrating the 25th anniversary of her influential website, JancisRobinson.Com, Robinson will host an exclusive dinner at The Morris. This event is set for 5:30 PM to 9:30 PM and will… 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
Activities &Amp; Events Join Us for the Rhône Rangers Summer Wine Fête: Sip and Celebrate on June 29 in Sonoma, CA! Chris Lehoux, June 11, 2025 Join the Rhône Rangers at their Summer Wine Fête on June 29th in Sonoma, CA, where you can indulge in a delightful array of wines from the Rhône Valley. This event invites wine enthusiasts to explore various wine styles, including lesser-known white wines, fabulous rosés, and lighter, chillable reds ideal… Continue Reading
Activities &Amp; Events Get Ready for the 2025 Big West Wine Fest: June 14-15 in Guerneville, CA! Chris Lehoux, June 4, 2025 Hanging out with friends under the iconic redwood trees can be an incredibly delightful experience, especially when paired with live music, delicious food, and excellent wine. The Big West Wine Festival in Guerneville, California, offers all this and more. While I haven’t yet attended this event, it certainly piques my… Continue Reading
Activities &Amp; Events Join Us for the Annual Napa Wine Library Tasting: Sunday, May 18th in Napa! Chris Lehoux, May 15, 2025 The Napa Valley Wine Library Association is hosting its annual wine tasting event on May 18, 2025, at the Louis M. Martini Winery in St. Helena, an activity that promises to be both enjoyable and beneficial for a great literary cause. This association aims to maintain a rich selection of… Continue Reading
Activities &Amp; Events Save the Date: 2025 Anderson Valley Pinot Festival – May 16-17 in Philo, CA! Chris Lehoux, April 21, 2025 Anderson Valley, located in Mendocino County, is often regarded as a hidden gem among California’s wine regions. While places like Sonoma and Napa are popular and easily accessible, Anderson Valley’s scenic beauty and fine wines frequently go unnoticed by many wine lovers. The region has always produced exceptional Pinot Noir,… Continue Reading
Activities &Amp; Events Celebrate the Hella Chenin Festival: A Tasting Experience on May 3 in Berkeley, CA Chris Lehoux, March 14, 2025 In California’s wine country, wine tasting events abound for various grape varieties and regions. However, until recently, there hasn’t been a festival dedicated solely to the Chenin Blanc grape. This changes on May 3rd with the inaugural Hella Chenin Festival, celebrating both California and South African Chenin Blancs. Chenin Blanc… Continue Reading