What To Drink Now: Inexpensive Reds for the Holidays
D Magazine, Posted in Wine & Spirits, by Hayley Hamilton Cogill, Dec 05, 2014 “With all the holiday tasks, the one that shouldn’t cause you to break a sweat is finding an affordable wine to complete your Christmas table, without the bank. We are here to help. Included are a few red wines that will […]
Thankful for Organic:Healthy Wines to Enjoy at Thanksgiving
The Hollywood Reporter, By Michael Cervin, November 26,2014 “When planning the first Thanksgiving in 1621 the Pilgrims undoubtedly were not concerned about mismatched Martha Stewart place settings, football or pesticides in their food. Much has changed about Thanksgiving including a progressive attitude for sourcing organic turkeys, stuffing and the rest of our national dinner. But […]
All About Napa/Sonoma Wine Country
Los Angeles Confidential Magazine, By Abby Tegnelia, September 2014 An eco-friendly Napa/Sonoma wine country visit in fall is truly a trip to bountiful. Like an excruciating soccer match between two teams trying to ride out the clock, Napa and Sonoma were put through the ringer this year, muscling through the toughest drought in a century, […]
The Luxury Road Trip: Coastal California
DuJour Magazine, August 2014 Visit: Benziger Family Winery There’s an undeniable family-owned feel that you get when you first step foot onto the Benziger Estate. When you visit, if Mike Benziger is around to give you a tour, he’ll proudly tell you about the rich history of the property, which he purchased with his wife […]
8 Things Everyone Should Know about Biodynamic Farming
The Savory, By Ross Gardiner, July 21, 2014 The food and drink industry has a soft spot for buzzwords. The last few years have seen scores of vague packaging terminology thrown around to entice consumers. Alternative food is big business, and many supermarket chains are trying to capitalize on the enlightened consumer. ‘Organic’ and ‘gluten-free’ […]
Top 10 organic wines
Gayot, The Guide to the Good Life, July 2014 Check out Gayot’s list of organic wines from around the world and see for yourself if you can taste the difference. 8. Benziger 2011 Joaquin’s Inferno Sonoma Mountain, California Named for vineyard foreman Joaquin Corona, this Demeter-certified biodynamic wine is an interesting blend of 61 percent Zinfandel, […]
Shades of Green
Beverage Media Group, July 2014, By Pam Straver and WR Tish So, when even green practitioners are hesitant to toot their own horns, it’s easy to see how “sustainababble” can grab hold of consumer consciousness. How to tell the Real Deals from the Hot Air? One easy way is to start with the Biodynamic producers. […]
Best Tasting Rooms In Napa And Sonoma: Four To Try
Forbes, Travel, By Katie Kelly Bell, July 2, 2014 Now you can’t swing a stick in wine country without hitting a packed tasting room and a hefty fee. Yet, along with the crowds and fees we’ve seen a surge in inventive offerings and unique tasting experiences. Vintage verticals, food and wine pairings, wine blending sessions…if […]
6 Perfect Days in Napa Valley (and Beyond): A Beauty-Centric Escape to Wine Country
Vogue, By Calin Van Paris, June 27, 2014 Each summer, sun-seeking vacationers flock to Sonoma and Napa Valleys for a much-needed dose of vitamin D, a sampling of California wine country’s best vintages—and the opportunity to relax and rejuvenate. Many of the region’s most charming hotels double as beauty meccas, with on-site spas that source […]
Best California Wineries to Visit
Food &Wine Magazine, By Megan Krigbaum, Stephanie Zhang, October 2014 “California has thousands of winery tasting rooms, but the 75 here offer new and unforgettable experiences. They’re pairing wines with smoked trout, tacos or local cheeses; putting guests in the vineyards on bikes, tractors and six-wheeled army trucks; and pouring tastes of wines you’ll never […]