Wine Yountville Restaurant Welcomes New Wine Director: A Fresh Pour of Expertise Chris Lehoux, November 12, 2025 Bottega Napa Valley in Yountville has appointed Stephen Arnold as their new Wine Director. The announcement was made by owners Rich Frank and John Hansen on November 10. They expressed confidence in Arnold’s ability to elevate the wine program, complementing the culinary efforts of Chef Alex. Arnold shared his enthusiasm… Continue Reading
Wine The Ultimate Guide to Exploring Sonoma’s Wine Country: Discovering Vineyards, Tastings, and Local Delights Chris Lehoux, November 12, 2025 An hour north of San Francisco lies Sonoma County, a picturesque wine region celebrated for its organic produce and sustainable wineries. Unlike its famed neighbor Napa Valley, Sonoma offers a more tranquil atmosphere with its misty valleys and sunlit meadows. Its diverse microclimates make it the perfect environment for over… Continue Reading
Wine The British Are Coming: Berry Bros. & Rudd Makes a Grand Entrance with First American Store Opening Chris Lehoux, November 11, 2025 Berry Bros. & Rudd, one of the most renowned names in wine and spirits retail, has opened its first U.S. location in Washington, D.C. on November 4, 2025, situated at 888 17th Street NW. This historic London-based company, established 327 years ago, has long been a leader in the industry,… Continue Reading
Happenings This Week in Wine: Highlights and Updates for the Week of November 9, 2025 Chris Lehoux, November 11, 2025 Hello and welcome to this week’s roundup of intriguing wine-related stories from around the web. Below, find highlights that caught my attention, serving as a snapshot of what’s happening in the wine world. How the wine world’s most sought-after ‘rock’ star transformed one California vineyardDiscover the magic of Pedro Parra… Continue Reading
Wine Discovering the Finest Sauvignon Blanc: Top Wines from the Heart of Wine Country Chris Lehoux, November 11, 2025 The legendary Loire Valley, France, is renowned for its Sauvignon Blanc, particularly from Sancerre—a region shaped by centuries of winemaking tradition. The Mellot family, with a legacy tracing back to 1513, has been pivotal in establishing Sancerre’s esteemed reputation. Alexandre Mellot, a key player in the family business, transformed their… Continue Reading
Wine La Tour d’Argent in Paris Unveils Stunningly Reimagined Historic Wine Cellars Chris Lehoux, November 10, 2025 Beneath the cobblestones of Paris’s 5th arrondissement lies La Tour d’Argent, a renowned restaurant celebrated for its impressive wine collection of nearly 300,000 bottles. Recently, the restaurant completed a stylish revamp of its historic cellars, giving wine lovers the chance to explore this extraordinary collection through newly offered guided tours…. Continue Reading
Wine Top Napa Wine Producers Earning 100-Point Scores for Exceptional Cabernet Sauvignon Chris Lehoux, November 10, 2025 A Napa Valley winemaker has achieved remarkable success by earning 39 perfect 100-point scores, elevating his standing within the competitive wine industry. This extraordinary journey began for Thomas Rivers Brown during a seemingly ordinary event—a formal dinner where he sat among notable figures, including journalist Katie Couric. Overwhelmed and out… Continue Reading
Press Samples Vinography Unboxed: Highlights from the Week of November 2, 2025 Chris Lehoux, November 10, 2025 Hello and welcome to this week’s edition of Vinography Unboxed, where I explore an assortment of wine samples that have arrived for tasting. This week features a standout release from Spain’s esteemed sparkling wine producer, Raventós i Blanc. Their Manuel Raventós Negra bottling is a blend of Xarel-lo and Macabeo,… Continue Reading
Wine Tasteful Savings: A Sommelier’s Guide to Ordering Wine with Confidence on a Budget Chris Lehoux, November 9, 2025 Don’t let an extensive restaurant wine list intimidate you. Here are some expert tips on how to order a great bottle without exceeding your budget, provided by Baptiste Beaumard, a sommelier from the Michelin-starred Restaurant Daniel in New York. Let the Sommelier Do Their Job Take advantage of the sommelier’s… Continue Reading
Alder Yarrow Exploring Vinography Images: A Journey Through Mission Autumn Chris Lehoux, November 9, 2025 Old, gnarled vines of País, also known as Mission, Criolla Chica, or Listán Prieto, showcase their vibrant autumn colors in the Itata Valley, located in southern-central Chile. This region is notable for housing some of Chile’s oldest vines and has become a hub for innovative young winemakers. These artisans are… Continue Reading