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A Photo Tour of Jackson Family Wines

Oct 26, 2016  |   Contributor: Lena Katz

There’s a misconception that California’s wine country is already fully discovered, overrun by tourists, queues at every tasting room, and that all the wineries are owned by corporations. But none of this is the truth. We traveled to several estates owned by Jackson Family Wines—one of Sonoma County’s true homegrown heroes—and found that there is more than meets the eye here.

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Napa's Yountville is the Unexpected City Drawing Wine Lovers to its Charming Destination

Dec 15, 2015  |   Contributor: Steve Mirsky

Yountville, California embodies many quintessential visions you undoubtedly have when planning a Napa Valley excursion. It all started in 1836 when George Calvert Yount founded the town and planted Napa Valley’s first official vineyard. Today, vines stretch from the Mayacamas mountains to the Napa River. Yountville’s compact layout clustered around Washington St. is also perfect for biking not only on the existing street grid, but along the ever-expanding Napa Valley Vine Trail, which when completed, will extend 47 miles from Vallejo to Calistoga.

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Rent 'The Bachelor' Pad for $35,000 a Month

Jan 16, 2012  |   Contributor: JustLuxe Team

ABC's The Bachelor always takes place in a gorgeous home in the Los Angeles area — and keep in mind it has to be large enough to house 25 single and ready to mingle women and one very lucky bachelor;

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California Zinfandel Braised Short Rib from Chef Steve Litke of Farmhouse Inn

Feb 1, 2012  |   Contributor: Michelle Winner

Our waiter Robert, at Sonoma’s Farmhouse Inn, carefully places a tiny amuse bouche of Chanterelle mushroom essence and sweet onion foam in front of each of us. We inhale the earthy truffle scent wafting from the small cup, sip, and let its heady broth envelope our palates. Sensing our complete satisfaction, he says, "They are meticulous in the kitchen and their innovations are intentional."... Read More

Trione Vineyards & Winery of Geyserville, California

Nov 23, 2011  |   Contributor: Touring & Tasting

As a tribute to the distinctive grapes of the Alexander and Russian River Valleys, the Trione family founded Trione Vineyards & Winery and started making wines of its own.... Read More

The Carneros Inn of Napa Valley | Locally Sourced Luxury

Oct 11, 2011  |   Contributor: Katherine Bond

Usually I can pick out a few great things to say about a particular luxury resort or hotel. For the Carneros Inn, however, a "few" would be a list of more than a dozen reasons why this retreat is so sublime. It is one thing to read about this serene, romantic destination, and quite another to experience it for yourself.... Read More

Gloria Ferrer Caves & Vineyards: Blending Wine With Spanish Tradition

Jul 27, 2011  |   Contributor: Touring & Tasting

It is more than fitting that Gloria Ferrer Caves & Vineyards lies at the gateway to Sonoma wine country. While the wines are pure California, the culture is a charismatic blend of vibrant Spanish tradition and casual Sonoma County elegance, making it an ideal first — as well as last — stop in the wine tourer’s itinerary.... Read More

Sonoma Wine Country for Sweethearts

May 19, 2011  |   Contributor: Touring & Tasting

Peaceful Sonoma County is a romantic place to unwind. Drive along its beautiful two-lane country roads and discover a rich mosaic of possibilities. For starters, there are vineyards, wineries, parks, hiking trails, galleries and restaurants, along with simple pleasures like rushing rivers, spectacular sunsets and stunning beaches.... Read More

Celebrate Earth Day With a Bottle From Quivira Vineyards

Mar 7, 2011  |   Contributor: Carly Zinderman

Earth Day is just over a month away, and there's not a more luxurious way to celebrate Mother Earth than with a bottle of wine from Quivira Vineyards; they are committed to making good wine that is also good for the planet.... Read More

Sonoma County's Freestone Vineyards & Winery

Jan 26, 2011  |   Contributor: Touring & Tasting

Food & Spirits: When the legendary Joe Phelps and his son, Bill, founded Freestone Vineyards & Winery, they discovered a new kind of gold on the slopes of western Sonoma County.... Read More

Sonoma County Wine Tours: Scratching the Surface

Oct 11, 2010  |   Contributor: Touring & Tasting

Luxury Vacations: I just got back from four days in Sonoma County. As I planned the trip with the generous assistance of the Sonoma County Tourism Bureau, I thought I was giving myself ample time. Well, I could have easily stayed twice as long and still have only scratched the surface of this fantastic region! Sonoma County offers so many things to do and places to stay.... Read More

Bodega Bay Lodge: Luxury in Sonoma Wine Country

Aug 11, 2010  |   Contributor: Touring & Tasting

Luxury Hotels: Perched on a waterfront bluff overlooking the Pacific Ocean and the rugged Sonoma Coast, Bodega Bay Lodge offers sweeping views and the utmost in luxury to all of its guests.... Read More

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