Allen Balik is a noted wine collector and recognized authority on California wines, sampling more than 1,500 wines each year as a member of numerous trade and tasting groups.

News: This month, Newfound Wines is releasing their inaugural varietal blend, a Grenache, Syrah, Mourvedre composed of fruit ...

Eleven Bordeaux Blends made the 2024 SFIWC final round. Below are brief descriptions of the top-ranked Bordeaux Blend wines ...

Renowned luxury Pinot Noir producer, WALT  Wines, is excited to announce the release of its flagship Pinot Noir, ...

Photo credit: Steve MacNaull/NowMedia Group Quails' Gate Winery in West Kelowna made these Field & Flight wines with grapes ...

The southern Sonoma County wine trade group’s board welcomed seven new directors and reelected two directors. The Petaluma ...

By Silas Smith In need of Valentine’s Day plans? A drive from San Francisco to Napa Valley could be the perfect gift for a loved one. Napa Valley is a great destination to visit for an innovative ...

A coalition of neighbors is opposing Villa Vanto Farm’s request to plant 8.4 acres of lavender and 5.9 acres of olive trees, and to graze sheep on a 57-acre property, saying they believe it’s a front ...

Picazo Café reopens The Chavez family just announced that they are now able to serve customers inside Picazo in a warm and cozy atmosphere free of smoke and smoky smells. Since a very sad fire last ...

Celebrate the annual migration with whale walks, beach fires, chowder and wine tastings, whale-themed music and more.

Quarter-Century Milestone Marked by Special Releases and Enhanced Visitor Experience Photo credit: Alexander Rubin -- ...

Wine drinkers on a budget are probably familiar with Aldi's Winking Owl brand. We ranked them from worst to best.