California

Winery:  "A Tribute to Grace, named for winemaker Angela Osborne’s grandmother, is the culmination of a winding road to winemaking. Angela studied ...

Wild mushroom and burrata bruschetta is what we would put next to our first glasses of Alma Fria Holtermann Vineyard Pinot Noir. It's a beauty; bur...

Winery:  "Fermentation of Altamura Cabernet Sauvignon occurs in both open and closed top fermenters. Certain lots are allowed to macerate on their ...

The Amapola Creek Joseph Belli Vineyards Chardonnay, made by legendary vintner Dick Arrowood, is ready to drink now, and, we have food pairing sugg...

Antonio Galloni's Vinous: "The 2015 Pinot Noir Tina Marie Vineyard is one of the more powerful, dense wines in this range. Many of the 2015s will ...

Antonio Galloni's Vinous: "The 2016 Pinot Noir Tina Marie Vineyard is a wine of subtlety and finesse. Lifted and understated, the Tina Marie is be...

This Arnot-Roberts Watson Ranch Napa Chardonnay's got meat on its bones. It's a beautifully full-bodied Chardonnay with stellar minerality. Have it...

We're in a Cabernet state of mind, winelovers. It just so happens that our friends in Paso Robles have available this Austin Hope Cabernet Sauvigno...

Wine Spectator:  Designated Smart Buy. "Distinctive and extremely fragrant, with jasmine and lemon thyme notes singing up front. Crisp and juicy pe...

Beckmen Vineyards has quite the following for their notable reds, and this Beckmen Clone #1 Syrah is no exception. It's a full-bodied Syrah that w...

The Bedrock Heritage Red Bedrock Vineyard Sonoma is a powerhouse of a Zinfandel blend. Nothing delicate here folks. It's also one to buy and hold f...

Robert Parker, Jr.'s Wine Advocate: "There is nothing bare-bones about the 2014 Cabernet Sauvignon Cemetery. A beautiful wine with plenty of bluebe...

Without further ado, we say share your first glass with wild mushroom and burrata bruschettas. Your options for this stunning California Pinot are ...

The lovely citrus in the Beringer Luminus Chardonnay is perfect for a fluke crudo drizzled with fresh lime juice and flaky sea salt. Follow that wi...

There is no faster way to get everybody to gather round than by popping open your first bottle and serving martini glasses brimming with dungeoness...

James Suckling: "This is a really solid white with so much structure and depth, as well as a border-less, encompassing palate. Full-bodied and poli...

If you're interested in a powerhouse Cabernet from a big name Napa Valley winery which still has 20 years of evolving in it, then this is the wine ...

We're thinking a brunch of eggs Benedict with a lemon hollandaise. Poached salmon with that same hollandaise for dinner or lunch. Fried buttermilk ...

The Big Basin Homestead red blend is perfect for meats on the grill, done on the stove, or in the oven. Four varietals are masterfully blended to d...

Antonio Galloni's Vinous: "The 2016 Pinot Noir Monterey County is a gorgeous appellation-level wine, not to mention just flat out delicious. A wine...

Belly up to this Boen Russian River Valley Pinot Noir if you're a fan of smooth, fruit-laden Pinots from the Russian River Valley... Balancing all ...

Chuck Wagner. Of Caymus Vineyards. He's definitely a big deal and has the Cabernet-making thing down to an award-winning science. The Bonanza Caber...

Eric Jensen's (of My Favorite Neighbor fame) Booker Vineyard Oublie Extended 22 Months is a big, bold red that will keep you warm and make any meat...