Luxury Living in California Wine Country

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Get Into the Spirits

Napa and Sonoma offer a tasty mix of options when it comes to the craft-distilling trend.

By Bill Fink

Women of the Vine

Throughout Northern California’s wine regions, women are taking charge.

By Laura Levy Shatkin

Growing Strong

Meet Cindy Daniel, the gardener, dancer, designer, dreamer, and entrepreneur behind Healdsburg Shed—which is celebrating its fifth anniversary.

By Sara Hare

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Get Into the Spirits

Napa and Sonoma offer a tasty mix of options when it comes to the craft-distilling trend.

By Bill Fink

Women of the Vine

Throughout Northern California’s wine regions, women are taking charge.

By Laura Levy Shatkin

Growing Strong

Meet Cindy Daniel, the gardener, dancer, designer, dreamer, and entrepreneur behind Healdsburg Shed—which is celebrating its fifth anniversary.

By Sara Hare

10 Years Fresh

Celebrating the one decade anniversary of Oxbow Public Market, the business that helped put Napa on California's culinary map.

By Stacey Briscoe

New Sips

Find out where to stop and what to taste across wine country this spring.

By Laura Levy Shatkin

Good Will Drinking

Knowing you’re helping others makes finding an excuse to raise a glass easier than ever.

By Dana Rebmann

Crushing It

Bart and Daphne Araujo are turning collaborative winemaking on its head at Wheeler Farms.

By Laura Levy Shatkin

New Sips

The latest new releases and tasting rooms in Wine Country.

By Stacy Briscoe

Meet Winemaker Paul Hobbs

After four decades as one of the globe’s premier winemakers, Paul Hobbs shows no signs of slowing down.

By Laura Levy Shatkin

Sonoma Cider

Sip Wine Country’s other favorite drink at Sonoma Cider.

By Stacy Briscoe

New Sips

Enjoy these new releases and tasting rooms in Wine Country.

By Laura Levy Shatkin

Notes From the Underground

Underneath vineyard-covered hillsides, wine caves provide pristine conditions for making—and tasting—wine. Today, more and more vino lovers are heading underground to stroll, swirl, and sip.

By Dana Rebmann

Wine Country Castle

The Calistoga winery and medieval throwback celebrates its 10th anniversary.

By Laura Levy Shatkin

Spelunking for Wine

Take a tour of Rombauer Vineyards’ wine cave for an unforgettable wine-tasting experience.

By Laura Levy Shatkin

Learn How to Bottle at Spirit Works Distillery

Become an Employee for A Day at Spirit Works Distillery.

By Dana Rebmann

Where to Taste in Wine Country

With an explosion of new—and newly renovated—wineries and tasting rooms, Wine Country offers even more must-see destinations.

By Dana Rebmann

Wine Tasting by Jeep

Hop in a Jeep for a carefree tasting excursion.

By Michele Bigley

Cliff Lede's 100-point Cabernet Sauvignon: Poetry

Cliff Lede Vineyards crafts perfect-scoring wine.

Summer Sips: Rose Tasting

Hit these five tasting rooms for refreshing rosés.

By Matt Villano

Final Twist: Robert Mondavi Winery

Robert Mondavi Winery's barrel aging room.

World Class Wine Tasting

Elevate your Wine Country experience with these six wine-tasting adventures.

By Christopher Sawyer

Pet-Friendly Wineries

Fido will love these dog-friendly tasting rooms.

by Dominic Moresi

Unique Beer Tastings

Check out these breweries for a different kind of tasting.

By Katie Henry

Francis Ford Coppola’s New Winery

There’s a little history in each sip at Virginia Dare Winery.

By Christopher Sawyer

5 of our Favorite Wine Caves in Sonoma

Take a trip through Sonoma Valley’s spectacular working wine caves, which offer cool adventures during the warmer months.

By Christopher Sawyer

Downtown Tasting

Six spots to swirl and sip—with an urban twist.

By Christopher Sawyer

40 Years of Fabulous

A legendary winemaker celebrates a milestone harvest.

By Matt Villano

Wine Made Easy

Become a vintner with Wine Country’s posh new wine club.

By Liza B. Zimmerman

Exquisite Evenings

Copain Wines invites fabulous chefs to pair their dishes.

By Kathryn Jessup

Galas and Gatherings

Guests celebrated the 50th anniversary of the Napa Valley Wine Library Association’s Annual Tasting with more than 200 wines.

Rock, Stock, and a Few Soaking Barrels

Longtime friends honor a Sonoma family ranch with boutique wines.

By Kimberly Miller

The Holy Grail

A trifecta of talent introduces the newest cult cabernet.

By Kimberly Miller

Estate of Grace

A breathtaking family estate in Petaluma celebrates the 25th anniversary of its vineyards.

By Kimberly Miller

Raising the Bar

Edgy wine labels and cult wines

By Kimberly Miller

Beyond Borders

Wine Country’s international tapestry weaves a melting pot of flavors and experiences to savor.

By Mary Orlin

Market Place

Sebastopol stakes its claim, with a sophisticated shopping and dining arcade.

By David Armstrong

French Toast

Fabulous wines pair with Michelin bites at St. Helena’s Posh new tasting room.

By Kimberly Miller

Wine Country Northwest

Where to sip, stay, eat, and play in Oregon’s Willamette Valley.

By LeeAnne Jones

Something's Brewing in Wine Country

Innovative beermakers in Napa and Sonoma are giving wine a run for its money.

By Matt Markovich

The New Napa

A revitalized Downtown, a riverfront renaissance, chic restaurants, and wine-tasting galore - this is definately not your grandfather's Napa.

By Torie Ritchie

Three To Watch

Keeping their day jobs hasn't stopped these winemakers from realizing their dreams.

By Linda Murphy

Wine Country Itineraries: Getting to know the towns of Napa and Sonoma counties

Have a few hours to spare in Wine Country and don't know what to do? Here's a closer look at Petaluma and Yontville.

Story by: Jill Silverman Hough

Good Wine, on Tap

Following wineries’ success with screw caps, restaurants and bars try their hand at making wine more accessible

Story by: Paul Franson

Fresh Pours

Get ready to add more stops to your tasting room tour.

by Sarah Sung

Drink Up

In Wine Country, imbibing isn’t just about wine.

By A. K. Carroll and Ian White

Destination Wineries

These four vineyards offer an unforgettable taste of Wine Country.

By Christopher Sawyer

Art Meets Life

Gia Coppola adds to her family’s legacy with an acclaimed film and a trio of fun wines.

By Peter Crooks

25 Years of Stags Leap

One of Napa Valley’s most renowned subregions has lots to celebrate.

By Liza B. Zimmerman

Tocai Friulano, anyone? Trousseau Gris? If Cabernet Sauvignon is king, Chardonnay queen, Pinot Noir prince, and Zinfandel the wild court jester, what’s to make of the escalating number of esoteric varietals....

By Linda Murphy

Going with the Flow

Two friends keg wine for the masses at their new Napa warehouse.

By Ian White

Now Pouring

Uncorking vintages in delightful new tasting rooms.

By Stacey Kennelly

Read Between the Vines

Three wine books to enjoy!

By Kimberly Miller

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Food Philosophy

Chef Matt Spector's newest delicious venture is about eating well and having fun.

By Dana Rebmann

Bread and Butter

The Charter Oak keeps things simple-except for its bread program.

By Jess Lander

10 Years Fresh

Celebrating the one decade anniversary of Oxbow Public Market, the business that helped put Napa on California's culinary map.

By Stacey Briscoe

New Eats

Delicious news, from three Michelin stars to sports bars.

By Carey Sweet

New Eats

Savor fresh flavors from Wine Country this spring.

By Carey Sweet

Wine and Cheese, Please

Hear from the experts on the best wine and cheese pairings in Wine Country.

By Sara Hare

New Eats

Big name restaurant talents are sweeping into Wine Country.

By Carey Sweet

The Best New Eats

Fresh, bright flavors beckon at these tasty Wine Country restaurants.

By Carey Sweet

Foodie Destination Among the Vines

Ram’s Gate Winery Culinary Director Taylr Behnam Cuneo pairs food and wine for delicious—and unexpected—results.

By Matt Villano

The Best New Bites

Wine Country is going global, with these new, intriguing, international-themed eateries.

By Carey Sweet

Inside Single Thread

Healdsburg’s restaurant, inn, and farm is taking farm-to-table to the next level.

By Matt Villano

New Wine Country Eats

What’s for dinner? reservations, at these tasty new Spots.

By Carey Sweet

The Best Cooking Schools in Wine Country

Impress your friends and family in the kitchen.

by Sara Hare

Four New Wine Country Restaurants

These restaurants are bound to delight your taste buds.

Wine Country Boom

Over the past 40 years, Napa and Sonoma have transformed from tranquil country towns into bustling world-class food and wine destinations. Here’s how.

By Abby Tegnelia

Toque of the Town: New Chefs

Welcome Wine Country’s new chefs.

By Carey Sweet

What's New in the Oxbow District

Napa’s Oxbow District adds new stores and a park to the mix.

By Matt Villano

5 New Wine Country Restaurants

New restaurants to delight your taste buds.

By Carey Sweet

Four Must-Try Wine Country Restaurants

Four Wine Country restaurants to delight your taste buds.

By Carey Sweet

8 Restaurants to Try in Calistoga

Eat your way through Napa Valley’s overlooked dining destination.

By Kristen Haney

Wine Country Cooking Classes

Up your kitchen game with these classes.

By Katie Henry

The French Laundry’s New Chapter

Chef Thomas Keller talks about what’s next for his world-famous restaurant in Wine Country.

By Matt Villano

Apple Heaven

Experience the best in apple culture—from pies to cider—in Sonoma County.

By Matt Villano

New Eats

Wine country gets more delicious each day.

By Carey Sweet

Toque of the Town

The transcendence of chef Michael Chiarello’s culinary stardom.

By Kimberly Miller

The Chef, the Storyteller

For award-winning Meadowood chef Christopher Kostow, food is part of a bigger story.

By Matt Villano

Exquisite Evenings

Copain Wines invites fabulous chefs to pair their dishes.

By Kathryn Jessup

Home on the Grange

Healdsburg’s new foodie marketplace stakes its claim

by Sarah Sung

Flavor! Napa Valley

Mobile Morsels

Gourmet grub on the go!

By Kimberly Miller

Dine About Town

Whether you are yearning for Yountville or a newbie noshing in Napa, here are four fantastic new finds on the foodie map.

By Ian White

A Cut Above

Anyone can be a butcher.

By Kristen Haney

Market Place

Sebastopol stakes its claim, with a sophisticated shopping and dining arcade.

By David Armstrong

French Toast

Fabulous wines pair with Michelin bites at St. Helena’s Posh new tasting room.

By Kimberly Miller

Wine Country Northwest

Where to sip, stay, eat, and play in Oregon’s Willamette Valley.

By LeeAnne Jones

Dining and Dashing

If Chef Cindy Pawlcyn ever slows down, she might just find time to enjoy the sweet smell of success.

By Marty Olmstead

Extending the Olive Branch

Artisan producers in Wine Country are fueling California's growing passion for olive oil.

By Marty Olmstead

Coming Home in Style

Celebrity chef Michael Chiarello brings his NapaStyle to V Marketplace

By Tori Ritchie

The New Napa

A revitalized Downtown, a riverfront renaissance, chic restaurants, and wine-tasting galore - this is definately not your grandfather's Napa.

By Torie Ritchie

Call of the Wild

Freestone's Wild Flour Bread stops weekend drivers in their tracks.

By Stephanie Rosenbaum

A Wish Upon A Star

The Michelin Guide's Jean Luc Naret waxes philosophical about ratings, restaurants, and those infamous stars.

By Bonnie Wach

Around Sonoma County with Bruce Cohn

The vintner, philanthropist, and all-around fun guy shares with Paul Franson his favorite things to see and do

By Paul Franson

Cooking With Wine

Three local culinary experts illustrate how a touch of vino can enhance your favorite recipes

By Jill Silverman Hough

The Queen of Cuisine

Kimberly Olson

Rock Lobster

Janelle Marchiano

An Epicure’s Dream

Story by: Betty Teller

A Fresh Take on the Farm

Story by: Pam Adelman

A Scrumptious Taste of Wine country

Many of Napa and Sonoma’s most luxurious venues are offering a very tasty way to tempt their guests to the region: gourmet getaways.

Story by: Carole Dixon

A Sophisticate Palate

Story by: Carole Dixon

Wine Country Itineraries: Getting to know the towns of Napa and Sonoma counties

Have a few hours to spare in Wine Country and don't know what to do? Here's a closer look at Petaluma and Yontville.

Story by: Jill Silverman Hough

Good Wine, on Tap

Following wineries’ success with screw caps, restaurants and bars try their hand at making wine more accessible

Story by: Paul Franson

Claim Your Table

Several restaurants open their doors in time for summer.

By Carey Sweet

New Restaurants to Try in Wine Country

Seven restaurants, lounges, and tasting rooms to try in Wine Country.

By Carey Sweet

Wine Country Cooking Classes

Learn something new at one of these classes.

By Mary Orlin

Eat Like the Pros

The Webby Award–winning app just might change how—and where—you eat.

By Nicholas Boer

New Eats

Ten hot new spots to try right now.

By Carey Sweet

Barn by Barn

Eileen Chiarello launches crowdfunding company to support “good food” entrepreneurs.

By Sara Hare

Inside Wine Country

From locally inspired recipes to essays on winemaking, these new books have it all.

By Stacey Kennelly

Petaluma Pleasures

When you think about culinary destinations in Sonoma County, Petaluma often plays second fiddle to Healdsburg and Sebastopol. Recently, however, Rivertown has developed a restaurant scene all its own. Here are three eateries to try on your next visit.

By Matt Villano

A Perfect Pairing

The couple who created the Clif Bar debut a Napa Valley food line.

By Kathryn Jessup

A Sweet Deal

The triumphant return of pastry chef Patrick Fahy to the French Laundry.

By Ian White

Wine Country Times Ten

For serious lovers of food and wine, it doesn’t get any better than this …

By Michaela Jarvis

Culture Club

Culinary globe-trotting around Healdsburg Plaza.

by Sarah Sung

New in St. Helena

Always a center of style and deliciousness, St. Helena has added to its riches.

By Michaela Jarvis

New Eats

By Matt Villano

Bread Winner

By Kimberly Miller

Sunny Spots

Enjoy Outdoor Dining at These 10 Hot Spots.

By Kimberly Miller

Healdsburg Hot Spots

New tasting room and restaurant open their Doors.

By Matt Villano

Napa Noshing

New restaurants open their doors around town.

By Kathryn Jessup

Forward Thinking

A Napa entrepreneur fuses food, wine, and philanthropy.

By Mary Orlin

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Top Events

Stomp, speed, and sip your way through harvest season in Wine Country.

By Emilie White

Inn Style

Three classic wine county lodgings get contemporary updates.

By Morgan Mitchell

Retro Revival

Sleep in vintage style at the revamped Astro in Santa Rosa.

By Dana Rebmann

Top Events

Stomp, speed, and sip your way through harvest season in Wine Country.

By Lauren Bonney

Building Green

Sustainable construction is on the rise in Wine Country, as residents and entrepreneurs work to preserve the area’s timeless beauty.

By Dawn Denberg

The Shopaholic's Rest Stop

Auction Napa Valley’s Barrel Auction continues to surprise after 37 years.

By Laura Levy Shatkin

Yountville Tunnel Murals

Artists Sofia Lacin and Hennessy Christophel unveil their gorgeous two-part mural on a Yountville underpass.

By Deborah Kirk

Cutting-Edge Cutlery

Get sharp in the kitchen with St. Helena’s newest knife shop.

By Laura Levy Shatkin

Luxury Glamping

Go camping in Style at Autocamp Russian River.

By Dana Rebmann

Top Events

Stomp, speed, and sip your way through harvest season in Wine Country.

By Lauren Bonney

St. Helena Getaway

Head to St. Helena for a cycling adventure, wine tasting, boutique shopping, and more.

By Katie Henry

Winemaker for a Day

Get a taste of the wine-making life at these Napa and Sonoma wineries.

by Sara Hare

Wine Country After Dark

Napa and Sonoma Counties’ booming nightlife keep the party going—and the wine pouring.

By Jessie Fetterling

Let’s Play in Wine Country

Don’t miss the variety of activities Wine Country has lined up for the summer.

By Dana Rebmann

Top Events

From music in the park to a county fair, there’s lots of fun this summer in Wine Country.

By Lauren Bonney

Rock ‘n’ Rolling Summer

Five must-see summer concerts in Wine Country.

By Matt Villano

Coastal Escape

Head to Timber Cove Resort for a relaxing retreat on the Sonoma Coast.

Get Your Art Fix

Wine Country is booming, but its ever-expanding portfolio isn’t limited to winemakers.

By Dana Rebmann

Where the Vines Grow

Explore some of Wine Country’s undiscovered appellations.

By Christopher Sawyer

The New Copia

Napa’s Gastro-Museum makes a comeback with the help of a renowned cooking institute.

by Sara Hare

Top Events

From fabulous fundraisers to bottlerock, there’s plenty to do in wine country.

By Lauren Bonney

7 Top Events in Wine Country

From martini madness to the Napa Truffle Festival, there’s A lot to do in wine country.

by Lauren Bonney

Where to go in Healdsburg

This once-sleepy town is now a top destination in Wine Country. Here’s why.

By Rachelle Cihonski

Guide to the Vine Trail

The first phase of the Napa Valley Vine Trail is finally open. Here’s how to make the most of it on your next visit to Wine Country.

By Matt Villano

All Aboard: Napa Valley Wine Train’s Latest Tour

Experience Wine Country in a whole new way on Napa Valley Wine Train’s latest tour.

By Alejandra Saragoza

Shop at this Wunder-ful Boutique

Wunder Boutique and Salon Opens in Downtown Napa.

By Sarah Sung

Hot Summer Concerts

Here’s where to groove to Wine Country beats all summer long.

By Matt Villano

The Music Man of the Napa Valley Opera House

With Peter Williams at the helm, the Napa Valley Opera House heats up.

By LeeAnne Jones

5 of our Favorite Wine Caves in Sonoma

Take a trip through Sonoma Valley’s spectacular working wine caves, which offer cool adventures during the warmer months.

By Christopher Sawyer

Hollywood in Napa

Napa Valley Film Festival pairs great movies with wining and dining.

By Peter Crooks

Fresh Spots to Shop

Looking for something special? Go here.

By Sherrie Perkovich

Festival Fun

Head to these fests for good ol’ times.

By Stacey Kennelly

Wine Made Easy

Become a vintner with Wine Country’s posh new wine club.

By Liza B. Zimmerman

Wine Country Cozy

Ten fabulous ways to heat things up when the temperature drops.

By Kimberly Miller

Vineyard Vows

Expert advice on tying the knot, Wine Country style, from one of the Bay Area’s best in the business.

By Laurie Arons

Exquisite Evenings

Copain Wines invites fabulous chefs to pair their dishes.

By Kathryn Jessup

A Cut Above

Anyone can be a butcher.

By Kristen Haney

Baby, you can drive my car

A collection of rentable vintage cars sets hearts racing for auto enthusiasts.

David Armstrong

Wine Country Northwest

Where to sip, stay, eat, and play in Oregon’s Willamette Valley.

By LeeAnne Jones

The New Napa

A revitalized Downtown, a riverfront renaissance, chic restaurants, and wine-tasting galore - this is definately not your grandfather's Napa.

By Torie Ritchie

Canvasing the Field

Geyserville resident Steven Oliver has transformed his 90-acre sheep ranch into a palette for contemporary art.

By Joan Chatfield-Taylor

Around Sonoma County with Bruce Cohn

The vintner, philanthropist, and all-around fun guy shares with Paul Franson his favorite things to see and do

By Paul Franson

Gaining A New Perspective

Janelle Marchiano

A Sophisticate Palate

Story by: Carole Dixon

Signature Sonoma

The quiet town of Sonoma has been the perfect getaway for San Francisco–based interior designer Ann Jones since she purchased her farmhouse there more than a decade ago. On a recent wintry day, she took us on a tour of her adopted town—sharing with us some of her favorite spots to shop, eat, view art, and just plain hang out.

By Joan Chatfield-Taylor

Land of the Free

Despite the recent development of expansive vineyards and sprawling estates, Napa County's open spaces are under the ferocious protection of a formidable--and ever-growing--group of landowners and the stewardship of the Land Trust of Napa County.

Story By: Janet Parmer

On Top of the World

Soar above Wine Country for a perspective of the land that only a helicopter can give. Then set down on a mountaintop vineyard for a luncheon and wine tasting at a world-class boutique winery to which few ever have access. This is the ultimate getaway.

Story By: Joan Chatfield-Taylor

Wine Country Itineraries: Getting to know the towns of Napa and Sonoma counties

Have a few hours to spare in Wine Country and don't know what to do? Here's a closer look at Petaluma and Yontville.

Story by: Jill Silverman Hough

Summer Hit List

10 Reasons to attend Festival del Sole’s 10th anniversary.

By Susan Safipour

Summer Fun

How to make the most of warm-weather Wine Country.

By Matt Villano

Winter Wellness Wine Country

Seasonal remedies for body, mind, and soul.

By Mary Orlin

Big Fun at Meritage

The Meritage Resort and Spa has the feeling of a giant Tuscan-style playroom.

By Kathryn Jessup

A New Arena

Art, sculpture, and artisan sensibility take center stage at Michael Polenske’s rebranded galleries.

By Jennifer Raiser

Festival Season

Ease into the holidays with music, food, and film.

By Stacey Kennelly

Autumn Outings

Discover the diversity of Wine Country with these fall tours.

By Mary Orlin

Tailor-Made Tours

By LeeAnne Jones

Talent Show

Get your tickets to the valley’s best events.

By Ian White

Ditch the Car

By Kristen Haney

Margrit’s Memoirs

With her platinum bob, Margrit Mondavi has long been a fixture in Wine Country, but rarely do people get such an intimate look into her life as with her new book, Margrit Mondavi’s

By Kristen Haney

Pedal for Pinot

Explore Wine Country off road and up close with Napa Valley Bike Tours’ unique Cycling in the Vineyards program.

By LeeAnne Jones

The Zen of Horseback Riding

Drive 15 minutes east of Napa to the slopes of Mount George, and you can discover both Zen-like wine tasting and an adventurous return to Napa’s past.

By Kristen Haney

Viva Italia

By Kristen Haney

At Your Service

Enjoy the best of wine country with a private concierge service.

By Stacey Kennelly

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10 Years Fresh

Celebrating the one decade anniversary of Oxbow Public Market, the business that helped put Napa on California's culinary map.

By Stacey Briscoe

The Shopaholic's Rest Stop

The new Sonoma Roadside offers one-spot shopping on the way into Town.

By Jess Lander

Wine Country Inspired Accessories

Get stylin’ with barrel bracelets and terroir-map necklaces.

By Sarah Sung

Handmade Handbags

A local craftswoman shows her love for modern design with her new handbags.

By Katie Henry

Wine Country Cozy

Ten fabulous ways to heat things up when the temperature drops.

By Kimberly Miller

Home on the Grange

Healdsburg’s new foodie marketplace stakes its claim

by Sarah Sung

Wanderlust

Globe-trotter Linda Hamilton opens a gypsy chic pop-up boutique off the Sonoma Square.

By Jennifer Raiser

Market Place

Sebastopol stakes its claim, with a sophisticated shopping and dining arcade.

By David Armstrong

The New Napa

A revitalized Downtown, a riverfront renaissance, chic restaurants, and wine-tasting galore - this is definately not your grandfather's Napa.

By Torie Ritchie

Around Sonoma County with Bruce Cohn

The vintner, philanthropist, and all-around fun guy shares with Paul Franson his favorite things to see and do

By Paul Franson

An Epicure’s Dream

Story by: Betty Teller

Wine Country Itineraries: Getting to know the towns of Napa and Sonoma counties

Have a few hours to spare in Wine Country and don't know what to do? Here's a closer look at Petaluma and Yontville.

Story by: Jill Silverman Hough

New Shops in Wine Country

Retailers to check out while you’re in town.

By Matt Villano

Williams-Sonoma Opens New Store Original Location

Williams-Sonoma returns to its roots, with a new store at its original location.

By Christopher Sawyer

McEvoy Ranch Body Care Line Olive Oil

McEvoy Ranch inspires and infuses a body care line.

By Nicholas Boer

Retail Therapy

Treasures abound in these unique boutiques.

By Stacey Kennelly and Ian White

Expert Oxbow

Ten things to check out at Wine Country’s favorite market.

Mary Orlin

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On the Scene

Keep up with the who's who in Wine Country.

On the Scene

Keep up with the who's who in Wine Country.

Sip and Support

Clif Family Winery fundraisers make a big difference for local charities.

By Sara Hare

On the Scene

Keep up with the who's who in Wine Country.

As the Smoke Clears: Stories From the Fire

In early October, deadly wildfires engulfed Wine Country. But as the towering flames threatened homes, businesses, and lives, people from near and far came together to help those in need. Here are some of their stories from the front lines of the fire.

By Laura Levy Shatkin

A Taste of Japan in Wine Country

Chef Curtis Di Fede’s offers a delicious take on Japanese cuisine at Napa’s Miminashi.

By Sara Hare

Rebuilding History

After a catastrophic earthquake, the Trefethens rescued their historic winery, setting it up for another 50 years of great wines.

By Matt Villano

On the Scene

Keep up with the who's who in Wine Country.

Meet Chef Valentina Guollo-Migoto

Ca’ Momi’s Chef looks to Italy’s past for culinary inspiration.

Alexander Valley Film Festival

Sonoma International Film Festival

CIA at Copia Grand Opening

Flavor! Napa Valley

Flavor Napa Valley 2017

Pigs and Pinot

Pigs and Pinot 2017

Beauty and Tradition on Canvas

Artist Tashi Dhargyal works to keep authentic Tibetan culture alive, one meticulous stroke at a time.

By Dana Rebmann

Final Twist

Martini Madness

Yao Family Wines

Yao Family Wines 2017

Safari West

Safari West 2017

Napa Valley Film Festival

Napa Valley Film Festival 2017

Jamming Along

Two Napa natives embrace simplicity to take the wine world by storm.

By Matt Villano

The Master Winemaker: Bob Cabral

Wine Country’s Bob Cabral has produced some of the best wines in the World.

By Laura Levy Shatkin

Festival Napa Valley

Formally known as Festival del Sole, this 10-day fete featured more than 60 events celebrating music, theater, dance, wine, food, and art.

Meet Artist Kate Salenfriend

Inspired by Napa Valley’s golden beauty, Kate creates dreamy, evocative landscapes.

by Deborah Kirk

Francis Ford Coppola

Looking back on a lifetime in Wine Country and ahead to making people happy.

By Matt Villano

Margrit Mondavi

Celebrating the life and times of Margrit Mondavi.

By Matt Villano

Sixth Annual Project Zin

This soiree at Hotel Healdsburg featured 21 of the most highly acclaimed Zinfandel wines in Sonoma County as well as special creations from chef Charlie Palmer and top local restaurants.

Sixth Annual Project Zin

22nd Annual Music Festival for Brain Health

Multiplatinum musician Michael Franti rocked the crowds during this fundraiser at Staglin Family Vineyard in Rutherford.

22nd Annual Music Festival for Brain Health 2016

Sonoma Wine Country Weekend

Named one of America’s top three wine charity fundraisers by Wine Spectator, this event brought together Sonoma’s top winemakers, winegrowers, and chefs.

Sonoma Wine Country Weekend 2016

Robert Mondavi Winery 50th Anniversary Celebration

The renowned winery in Oakville celebrated its 50th anniversary with live music, wine seminars, wine tastings, cooking demonstrations with local chefs, and horse-and-buggy rides through the historic To Kalon Vineyard.

Robert Mondavi Winery 50th

Festival Napa Valley 2016

Kathryn Hall Release and Book Launch Party

During this big bash at Hall St. Helena, wine aficionados and renowned winemakers celebrated the latest wine release and the launch of A Perfect Score, a book by vintners Craig and Kathryn Hall that has since become a New York Times best-seller.

The V Foundation Wine Celebration

At its annual fundraiser in Napa Valley, The V Foundation for Cancer Research raised $5.2 million for cancer research

The V Foundation Wine Celebration 2016

Kathryn Hall Release and Book Launch Party

Transcendence Theatre Opening 2016

Sonoma’s Transcendence Theatre Company kicked off its 2016 season with This Magic Moment during Broadway Under the Stars at Jack London State Historic Park.

Transcendence Theatre Opening 2016

Vineyard to Vintner 2016

Held in the renowned Stags Leap District of the Napa Valley, this exclusive annual event gave wine aficionados rare access to historic wineries and vintners’ private homes, where they tasted world-class Cabernets and mingled with winery owners and winemakers.