SEVEN % SOLUTION Wine Tasting: Time to Try Something New

Here’s an event that’s new and fun:  The SEVEN % SOLUTION Wine Tasting.  Next Saturday, Bergamot Alley (328A Healdbsurg Avenue, Healdsburg, 707-433-8720) hosts a wine tasting focused on less-common varietals such as Vermentino, Picpoul, Cinsault, and Aglianico.  This is an exciting … –> please click here to continue reading –>

Come Taste Alexander Valley, Twenty Eight Times

In just a few weeks, Taste Alexander Valley unfolds over the weekend of May 17-19, 2013, in Sonoma County’s majestic Alexander Valley.  Festivities begin on Friday night with an outdoor gala at Trione Vineyards and Winery.  On Saturday and Sunday, … –> please click here to continue reading –>

Pinot Noir and Ocean Air: The 2013 World of Pinot Noir

Earlier this month, we enjoyed two days surrounded by sun, surf, great food, and an enormous amount of high quality Pinot Noirs.  That’s right, we were at the 2013 World of Pinot Noir in Shell Beach.  With about 200 wineries … –> please click here to continue reading –>

Dark and Delicious Does It Again

The Dark & Delicious Petite Sirah™ event in Alameda two weeks ago showcased Petite Sirahs during another outstanding wine and food experience.  After checking out over 50 premium wineries and over 30 fabulous Napa and Bay Area restaurants, caterers, and food … –> please click here to continue reading –>

Beer, Wine, Why Choose? The Sonoma County Beer, Food & Wine Celebration

Here’s something different:  A six-course gourmet meal with a premium wine AND an artisan craft beer paired with each course.  That’s what you’ll find at the Sonoma County Beer, Food and Wine Celebration on Friday, March 1, at the Vintners … –> please click here to continue reading –>

Excitement at Epicuria: The 2013 Zinfandel Festival

Last week, we had the pleasure of attending Epicuria, the exciting commencement of the 2013 Zinfandel Festival.  This informal dine-around event provided culinary creations from 50 master chefs paired with 50 Zinfandel wines. There were a LOT of people eagerly waiting … –> please click here to continue reading –>