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AG Pick: Hagafen Cellars “Prix” Riesling
Whether you’re looking for a white wine to bring to a Passover Seder or want a Riesling that’s perfect for the start of spring, you’ll enjoy the 2009 Hagafen Cellars “Prix” Reserve Riesling. It’s not...
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Truchard Vineyards: Wines from Carneros
By Robin Alix Austin The Truchard story is a story about farming. Tony Truchard is a farmer, first and foremost – as described by his son Anthony, who visited Atlanta in March for the High Museum Wine...
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It’s Time for Wine: Napa Valley Barrel Auction
The Napa Auction Showcases Vintages 2011 and 2012 By Monty and Sara Preiser We love the annual Napa Valley Barrel Auction, where 100 of the best wineries in the Valley have their best barrels of...
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Chimney Rock: Showcasing Stags Leap
Driving along the Silverado Trail in Napa Valley’s Stags Leap District, you can’t miss Chimney Rock’s bright white Cape Dutch-style estate. Though the building was influenced by architecture in South...
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It’s Time for Wine: Napa Valley 2013 Harvest Report
The Napa Valley Grapegrowers Association Reports on the 2013 Harvest By Monty and Sara Preiser Most of those receiving our column do not have the opportunity to read press releases periodically sent...
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It’s Time for Wine: What’s New in Wine Country
It’s Time for Wine & Other Things: Valley of the Moon, Jamieson Ranch, Lulu’s and a La Toque Report By Monty and Sara Preiser We suppose the newest element of wine country is, after about 20 years,...
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It’s Time for Wine: The Big Three Napa Dining Experiences
It’s Time for Wine and Other Things: The Big Three Napa Dining Experiences, Plus an Alert about OpenTable By Monty and Sara Preiser Affirmed vs. Alyidar. Frazier vs. Ali. FDR or Abraham Lincoln. Willie...
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AG Pick: Mt. Brave Cabernet Sauvignon 2009
The Mt. Brave Cabernet Sauvignon 2009 is everything you look for in a Napa Cabernet. Its intense dark fruit aromas draw you in. The palate is lush and layered, with rich blue and black fruit flavors...
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Standout Sauvignon Blanc from California
Made famous by France and today grown all over the world, Sauvignon Blanc is a favorite among white wine drinkers. But you don’t need to go international to find a world class Sauvignon Blanc – just...
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AG Pick: Faust Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon 2011
The Faust of legend sold his soul for knowledge and worldly pleasures. Fortunately for us, there is no need to make a deal with the Devil to enjoy the Faust 2011 Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon. The man...
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Patel: Small Winery with Big Taste
When Robert Parker awards your first wine a 95, you know you’ve made something special. But don’t let that number bias you toward Patel Winery. It’s more of a treat if you taste the Napa wines without...
View ArticleFive Favorite Local Wineries to Visit in Napa Valley
When you visit the capital of winemaking, deciding on which wineries to visit or even where to start can be difficult. With so many incredible, one-of-a-kind wines to try, you definitely don’t want to...
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