A Glimpse at Greatness
The Wine Cask Futures Tasting has become one of the most popular wine events in the county. Held twice annually-once in March and again in April-it attracts wine lovers from all over the southern Central Coast and Los Angeles.
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World of Pinot Noir, 2007
For the last seven years, pinot noir lovers from around the country have descended upon the shores of Shell Beach at the Cliffs Resort during the spring months to celebrate a varietal that is widely revered and loved.
Silver Anniversary
When April arrives, wine lovers from all over Southern and Central California start planning for the Santa Barbara County Vintners’ Festival, one of the most popular wine festivals in the state. In years past, the festival has been held at Firestone Meadow on Foxen Canyon Road.
Nine Wineries and Counting
One of my favorite things to do on a sleepy Sunday morning is take a drive to a place that puts me in the mood to relax and mentally prepare for the coming work week. I love driving through the Santa Maria Valley, particularly through the countryside, dotted as it is with agricultural crops, farmhouses, and vineyards.
Know Your Wine
Start Your Own Tasting Group
About 20 years ago, most Americans drank their wines out of a jug. Wine was considered a complement to the average dinner meal, but was not yet considered to be the staple of daily living that it has become.
Winter Wine
It’s been damn cold lately. The other night, it got down to 14 degrees here in Santa Ynez. It’s the kind of cold that chills one’s blood and bones. Whenever there’s a real cold snap, I reach for a good vintage port. Now, I’m not suggesting this will keep you warm and safe throughout winter. Blankets, healthful food, and heat are the best remedy for that.
Wine and Song Champagne Supernova
In a week, it will be time for Valentine’s Day. It’s actually one of my favorite days of the year, as it affords me the opportunity to let my loved ones know how I feel about them, and it’s also a great excuse to drink champagne.
Touchdown Wines
It’s been damn cold lately. The other night, it got down to 14 degrees here in Santa Ynez. It’s the kind of cold that chills one’s blood and bones. Whenever there’s a real cold snap, I reach for a good vintage port. Now, I’m not suggesting this will keep you warm and safe throughout winter. Blankets, healthful food, and heat are the best remedy for that. But, on those wintry nights when a hot chocolate just won’t cut it, try a vintage-or even ruby-port, and it should add some warmth to your hearth.