Vine & Dine

Ideal Nectar

Alfaro Family Vineyards’ 2025 “A” Estate Chardonnay offers bright pear, apple and white peach flavors, while a summer reception pairs local wine with photography.

Crimson & Clover

Josie Cowden spotlights The Paring’s 2021 Red Wine from Lompoc, a crimson blend with notes of cedar, toast, coffee, tobacco and dark fruit.

Pudding Proof

Frank Family Vineyards’ 2025 Carneros Rosé of Pinot Noir brings peach, wild strawberry, white nectarine and citrus notes just in time for summer celebrations.

Summer Swirls

Bouchaine Winery’s 2024 Vin Gris of Pinot Noir is a pale-pink Napa Valley Carneros wine made for warm days, friends and summer sipping.

Like Denmark

I have traveled all over the Golden State, and there is still lots to explore. California offers so much. Modeled after a Danish village, Solvang...

Vino For Moms

From crisp Albariño to elegant Champagne and bold Pinot Noir, these Mother’s Day wine picks offer something special for every kind of celebration.

Wine and Vines

From Kendall-Jackson’s crisp Brut Cuvée to non-alcoholic sparkling wines and bold rye whiskey, this week’s Vine & Dine offers something for every palate.

Indian Spices

At LXV Wines in downtown Paso Robles, owners Neeta and Kunal Mittal pair bold Central Coast wines with Indian spice blends for a tasting experience unlike any other.

Wine Resort

Stepping into the Allegretto Vineyard Resort in Paso Robles is a breathtaking experience. This world-class resort offers an unparalleled touch of luxury with its...

Hidden Gem

“A hidden gem boutique winery in the Santa Cruz Mountains” is how owners Joshua and Sarah Stewman describe their winery in Ben Lomond –...

Cranberry & Clove

Demetria Estate’s 2023 Pantheon red delivers a sophisticated yet approachable blend, offering layers of cranberry, clove, and sour cherry in a wine made for both celebrations and quiet evenings.