Big Bold Reds at Chateau Davell

We fell in love with the big bold reds at Chateau Davell in El Dorado County. It may sound French but it is all American and family is behind everything they do, including the atristic labels painted by the winemaker himself. Notice other family members adorned on the...

Renaissance Man, Nello Olivo

Renaissance man, Nello Olivo approaches his craft in many ways. The day I arrived for an interview, he was wearing a tux and waxed poetic about his creations, family, and very inventive ideas like a sparkling spiced red wine. A little ginger, vanilla, and a few other...

Fair Play Wineries Harvest Festival

Fair Play Wineries Harvest Festival Nov. 5 11 to 4 Excited to be part of the Fair Play Wineries Harvest Festival! I’ll be signing books at Golden Leaves Winery November 5 from 11 to 4. Tasting in this region is all about the experience. Some wineries have food,...

Four Lanterns Serves Five Stars

Your eyes might be lured into this charming looking building on the highway. You might presume you’d find equally charming hosts. Your instincts are right. You might think such a lovely spot would have equally lovely wines. Right again! You might think...