Myriad Experiences Dominate Chandon California 

Myriad Experiences Dominate Chandon California 

In the heart of Napa Valley, amid hundreds of Napa Valley wineries, Chandon California’s bubbly presence stands out among the rest, thanks to Pauline Lhote, Winemaking Director. While Lhote crafts wines of elegance, the Chandon team has implemented its innovative...

“Your first guess would be France on a blind whiff, with a rather classic Bordeaux character jumping out of the glass, slowly giving way to a deeply layered, perfumed mix of fruit and brown spice. Great depth and supple texture. The finish goes on and on – it’s the most unique Napa Cab I’ve tasted, and it’s certainly a cellar trophy if you roll in this price tier. Bravo!”

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Oakville Wine Merchant

Oakville Wine Merchant

In one stop along Highway 29-Saint Helena Highway in Oakville, California, there is the Valley’s best restaurant, best sandwiches, and a serve-yourself tasting of wine from every appellation in Napa Valley, including several 100-point wines, offered by the Oakville...
A Decade of Kukeri

A Decade of Kukeri

It’s been ten years since Kukeri Winery’s founder and winemaker, Petar Kirilov, began his operation with 50 cases of 2010 Kukeri Mt. Veeder Cabernet Sauvignon. Today, he’s producing around 1500 cases of different sub-available Napa Cabs, in addition to Pinot Noir,...
Thomas Buck’s Sire Estate

Thomas Buck’s Sire Estate

The creation of Sire Estate was nearly inevitable. As proprietor of Beau Wine Tours, Sire founder Thomas Buck was more than well acquainted with the Valley, where he has shuttled visitors since 1996. Wineries, estate vineyards, winemakers—Buck knew them all through...