Due to its thin skin and fickle nature, Pinot Noir – the “heartbreak grape” – was long thought to flourish in Burgundy France, and only in Burgundy France. That paradigm has shifted, and even the most snobbish of Francophiles now must admit that great Pinot Noir can be cultivated and made in Oregon, parts of California, and even New Zealand.…
Break out your cozy knits! As the autumn cool sets in, our wine glasses naturally call for something with a bit more warmth and depth. Join Retail Manager José and dive into the "why's" behind our seasonal wine cravings. Did you know that "cozy" isn't just reserved for big, heavy red wines? We’ll explore five wine to learn how reds…
Italy produces some of the world’s most distinctive and powerful red wines. Join Wine Guide Mark as we travel from the warm Mediterranean south to the hills of central and northeastern Italy, exploring how climate, elevation, soil, and indigenous grapes shape a wine’s expression. We’ll also examine winemaking techniques such as extended maceration, barrel aging, and the use of dried…
Gift giving and holiday dinners are coming up and it can be tricky to figure out the right wines to choose. We’ve all been there: - You’re invited to a dinner with a wide range of dishes being served. - There’s a wine lover on your gift list but you’re not sure what they like. - It’s a potluck so…
We all have favorite Cabs. It’s ok. However, as wine enthusiasts, it’s helpful to remember that there are THOUSANDS of different grape varieties used to make wine. There’s no way to try them all, but we can use our favorites as a starting point. Join Wine Guide Michael to explore new terroir by asking, “IF I like this wine, THEN…
Santa Barbara – the “American Riviera” – has become a world-class wine region over the past fifty years. It is home to a surprisingly broad range of terroirs – from the warmer inland reaches of the Santa Ynez Valley, which produces lush and opulent wines from Bordeaux and Rhone varieties, to the windswept Northern Santa Maria Valley, where modern commercial…
Love Champagne and want to taste some stellar examples while learning about how it's crafted and the stories behind each wine? Join us for a night to remember as we explore the wide world of luxury Champagne. From growers to storied houses, our Founder Kat will cover all the key styles of Champagne in five pours from non-vintage blends to…
