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Oct 26, 2016 | Contributor: Lena Katz There’s a misconception that California’s wine country is already fully discovered, overrun by tourists, queues at every tasting room, and that all the wineries are owned by corporations. But none of this is the truth. We traveled to several estates owned by Jackson Family Wines—one of Sonoma County’s true homegrown heroes—and found that there is more than meets the eye here. ... Read More |
Dec 15, 2015 | Contributor: Steve Mirsky Yountville, California embodies many quintessential visions you undoubtedly have when planning a Napa Valley excursion. It all started in 1836 when George Calvert Yount founded the town and planted Napa Valley’s first official vineyard. Today, vines stretch from the Mayacamas mountains to the Napa River. Yountville’s compact layout clustered around Washington St. is also perfect for biking not only on the existing street grid, but along the ever-expanding Napa Valley Vine Trail, which when completed, will extend 47 miles from Vallejo to Calistoga. ... Read More |
Jan 16, 2012 | Contributor: JustLuxe Team ABC's The Bachelor always takes place in a gorgeous home in the Los Angeles area — and keep in mind it has to be large enough to house 25 single and ready to mingle women and one very lucky bachelor; ... Read More |
Feb 1, 2012 | Contributor: Michelle Winner Our waiter Robert, at Sonoma’s Farmhouse Inn, carefully places a tiny amuse bouche of Chanterelle mushroom essence and sweet onion foam in front of each of us. We inhale the earthy truffle scent wafting from the small cup, sip, and let its heady broth envelope our palates. Sensing our complete satisfaction, he says, "They are meticulous in the kitchen and their innovations are intentional."... Read More |
Nov 23, 2011 | Contributor: Touring & Tasting As a tribute to the distinctive grapes of the Alexander and Russian River Valleys, the Trione family founded Trione Vineyards & Winery and started making wines of its own.... Read More |
Oct 11, 2011 | Contributor: Beck Bamberger Usually I can pick out a few great things to say about a particular luxury resort or hotel. For the Carneros Inn, however, a "few" would be a list of more than a dozen reasons why this retreat is so sublime. It is one thing to read about this serene, romantic destination, and quite another to experience it for yourself.... Read More |
Jul 27, 2011 | Contributor: Touring & Tasting It is more than fitting that Gloria Ferrer Caves & Vineyards lies at the gateway to Sonoma wine country. While the wines are pure California, the culture is a charismatic blend of vibrant Spanish tradition and casual Sonoma County elegance, making it an ideal first — as well as last — stop in the wine tourer’s itinerary.... Read More |
May 19, 2011 | Contributor: Touring & Tasting Peaceful Sonoma County is a romantic place to unwind. Drive along its beautiful two-lane country roads and discover a rich mosaic of possibilities. For starters, there are vineyards, wineries, parks, hiking trails, galleries and restaurants, along with simple pleasures like rushing rivers, spectacular sunsets and stunning beaches.... Read More |
Mar 7, 2011 | Contributor: Carly Zinderman Earth Day is just over a month away, and there's not a more luxurious way to celebrate Mother Earth than with a bottle of wine from Quivira Vineyards; they are committed to making good wine that is also good for the planet.... Read More |
Jan 26, 2011 | Contributor: Touring & Tasting Food & Spirits: When the legendary Joe Phelps and his son, Bill, founded Freestone Vineyards & Winery, they discovered a new kind of gold on the slopes of western Sonoma County.... Read More |
Oct 11, 2010 | Contributor: Touring & Tasting Luxury Vacations: I just got back from four days in Sonoma County. As I planned the trip with the generous assistance of the Sonoma County Tourism Bureau, I thought I was giving myself ample time. Well, I could have easily stayed twice as long and still have only scratched the surface of this fantastic region! Sonoma County offers so many things to do and places to stay.... Read More |
Aug 11, 2010 | Contributor: Touring & Tasting Luxury Hotels: Perched on a waterfront bluff overlooking the Pacific Ocean and the rugged Sonoma Coast, Bodega Bay Lodge offers sweeping views and the utmost in luxury to all of its guests.... Read More |
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