Napa Valley has almost 500 wineries, but not every winery affords the visitor an experience that brings delight to all the senses. Our beautiful valley is sandwiched between the Mayacamas and the Vaca mountain ranges and it is these topographical features what allows for a huge range of micro-climates and terroirs that consistently render superior […]
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How Much Should I Budget For a Wine Tasting Trip to Napa?
This is a pretty common question and one that has multiple answers. Because our area of expertise is luxury Napa experiences we want to help you get a better picture of how much to budget to fully maximize your experience. If you are here, visiting our page it is very likely that you are not […]
A Story About Barrels, Friendship & The Mysteries and Flavors Imparted by Both
Get to know Ramiro Herrera, Master Cooper. Barrel fabrication is a craft practiced by very few. Let’s dig into the secrets of what it takes to make a perfect wine barrel
Desparada Wines, A Love Letter to Paso Robles & All That Remains to Be Discovered
It has been unusually hot in Napa. The weather, combined with a busy touring season has tamed us into homebodies and we find ourselves frequently enjoying quiet summer evenings at home, resting and recharging. For us, that means late nights under the stars where we partake of lovely libations and vegetables from our garden, crudité […]
When Two Are Better Than One
Touring Napa with Javier Calderon X 2 A couple of weeks ago we had the fantastic opportunity to scout several wineries with a commonality that made our hearts smile and our mouths water. In an effort to design upgraded tours for wine buyers with significant libraries we visited wineries where Phillipe Melka is their wine […]