Barnes & Noble Sells Wine!

HOORAY!!! Well, the one in Folsom does. I believe it is the only Barnes and Noble in California that sells wine at its cafe called Barnes and Noble Kitchen. The wines by the glass were impressive. Prosecco is always refreshing and lovely to enjoy while seated on their...

Brochelle Vineyards

If you think you couldn’t possibly find plush decor and outstanding wines on your way back from the Lowes, Brochelle Vineyards makes you rethink that. They poured hit after hit. Not sure if it was because of my friend’s birthday but they began the tasting...

Crazy Woman Cellars

Entering a tasting room named Crazy Woman Cellars, we were prepared for any type of craziness. Inside, we were impressed to learn the winery is named in honor of all the women of our history who helped change the world. Their walls are adorned with images of strength...

Biddle Ranch Vineyard

A lovely stop in Edna Valley, Biddle Ranch Vineyard was soothing on the eyes and spirit. But their wines were curative as well. The first white of pinot grigio had a plump body for a white wine and was an easy purchase after learning the proceeds contribute to the...

Mother’s Day Tip

Great News: Mother’s Day is 10 days away. Here’s a Mother’s Day Tip: that’s plenty of time to buy her one of my books. Let her travel vicariously through the Golden State’s beautiful wine regions and chuckle at the life lessons of a...