The 2019 World of Pinot Noir: Santa Barbara Beckons

Forget the cold and start planning for surf, sun and Spanish tiles at the 2019 World of Pinot Noir, on March 1st and 2nd at the Ritz-Carlton Bacara in Santa Barbara. Alma Rosa Winery, Balletto Vineyards, Fiddlehead Cellars, Goldeneye, Maison Louis Latour, … –> please click here to continue reading –>

2018 World of Pinot Noir: It’s a New Day

It’s time to indulge and celebrate when Pinot Noir producers and lovers from around the world converge at the 2018 World of Pinot Noir at the Ritz-Carlton Bacara on March 2nd and 3rd.  Au Bon Climat, Freeman Winery, Maison Louis … –> please click here to continue reading –>

Pinot Noir Recommendations: Favorites from the 2017 World of Pinot Noir

If you’re looking for Pinot Noir recommendations, or winery suggestions for your next wine tasting trip, we spent a few days tasting wines from over 200 wineries earlier this month at the World of Pinot Noir and we’re eager to … –> please click here to continue reading –>

2016 Chardonnay Symposium: An International Gathering on California’s Central Coast

Are you a fan of Chardonnay?   Is your Mom?  Is the mother of your children?  Well, whether you’re looking for a spring getaway for yourself and loved ones, or a unique Mother’s Day gift, you should know that The 2016 International … –> please click here to continue reading –>

“Honey, Let’s Go…”: 2015 Pinot Noir Events

Are you crazy about Pinot Noir?  Do you like to travel?   Well, we’ve got almost 20 suggestions below on where you can go to satisfy both of those cravings during 2015. You’re probably not surprised to find Pinot Noir-centric events in … –> please click here to continue reading –>

Recommendations from the 2014 World of Pinot Noir

Each year, attendees at the World of Pinot Noir (WOPN) come expecting gorgeous California weather, delicious gourmet food, and copious amounts of high quality Pinot Noirs.  This year?  Well, two out of three ain’t bad. California is facing its worst drought … –> 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 –>