The World of Pinot Noir Moves a Little South

In just a month, Pinot Noir producers and lovers from around the world will converge at the 2014 World of Pinot Noir Festival held along the gorgeous California coast.  However, this year’s event has moved about 85 miles south to the … –> please click here to continue reading –>

The Chardonnay Symposium: A Great Reason to Visit Santa Maria Valley

Heads up, Chardonnay fans!  The Chardonnay Symposium unfolds later this month in the Santa Maria Valley over July 19-21, 2013, and provides a rare opportunity to focus on and celebrate the golden grape.  Local wineries and restaurants will offer a variety … –> 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 –>

This Is The New Year: The 2013 World of Pinot Noir

In just a month, Pinot Noir producers and lovers from around the world will converge at the 2013 World of Pinot Noir Festival in Shell Beach, along the central coast of California.  The 13th Annual World of Pinot Noir takes … –> please click here to continue reading –>

Wine Tasting Near San Luis Obispo

If you read our earlier post on The World Of Pinot Noir, then you know we were in the San Luis Obispo area last month.  During our trip, we spent a few days visiting and revisiting the wineries and restaurants … –> please click here to continue reading –>

2012 Rhone Ranger Grand Tasting and Other Festivities

You’ve got less than a week left to get your tickets for the 15th Annual Rhone Rangers Grand Tasting, held on Sunday March 25, 2012 at Fort Mason in San Francisco.  This is the largest American Rhone wine event in … –> please click here to continue reading –>