Just off Napa’s Highway 29, amidst unassuming winery buildings, an incredible culinary experience lies in wait. At RD Winery, guests can taste wines paired with Asian dishes that are as artistic as they are delicious. Colorful spring rolls arrive alongside crisp Malvasia Bianca. Succulent pork buns meld with the bright flavors of Zinfandel. This interplay …
For a scenic Bay Area weekend activity, look no further than Ridge Vineyards. The Monte Bello Estate is just a short drive from Silicon Valley, but it feels worlds away. Sweeping, panoramic vistas of the Bay Area extend as far as the eye can see. Instead of the bustle of city life, the only sound …
From the rugged, windswept Sonoma coast to the fog-cooled Russian River Valley, Sonoma wine country covers a vast swath of Northern California. In fact, Sonoma is nearly twice the size of Napa. But unlike Napa, where many major tasting rooms are within easy reach of highway 29, things are a bit more spread out in …
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With its sun-drenched vineyards and world-class food and wine, Napa Valley is consistently a top vacation destination. A Napa Valley vacation home can be one of the most luxurious ways to extend your wine country experience beyond the tasting room. Here are our top 15 Napa Valley vacation rentals. Whether you’re looking to host a …
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To experience the essence of Sonoma, one must venture beyond the tasting room. For the spirit of Sonoma is also in the tranquility of vineyards at dusk, tractors working the fields at midnight, and the surrounding wilderness. Gracianna Winery’s farm stay exemplifies this incredibly real, intimate, and rural side of Sonoma. Nestled in the heart …
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Traveling to wine country doesn’t require hiring a dog sitter for the weekend. Here are our top five dog-friendly Napa wineries that will give both you and your faithful companion a warm welcome. Tip: while many wineries might say that they are dog friendly, dogs aren’t always allowed in the tasting rooms. Be sure to …
Here at The Wine Daily, we’re frequently asked for our top Napa Valley winery tasting recommendations. The answer? It depends on what you are looking for. A tasting of reserve wines can be delightful to a wine aficionado, but a complete snooze for tourists seeking a scenic vineyard experience. We’ve categorized our list by interest …
Tucked in between centuries-old Napa Valley legends like Beringer Vineyards and Grgich Hills Estates, there’s a new kid on the block: Yao Family Wines. Unlike its cousins dating back to the 18th century, NBA All-Star Yao Ming’s first wine was released in 2009. What could a basketball legend possibly have to do with age-worthy wine? …
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Planning a group vacation to California wine country? Instead of ending the night with pricy hotel rooms, you could pay the same amount (or less) to split an entire vineyard estate between friends. Check out these amazing vineyard availabilities on AirBnB, many of which can be booked as an entire property. Petaluma Winery Estate $850/night, …
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For years, Rombauer has dominated restaurant wine lists and stores nationwide. In an era where buttery, rich Chardonnay is decidedly uncool, somehow Rombauer almost singlehandedly upholds this category. In fact, Rombauer Chardonnay is the 3rd most popular restaurant Chardonnay pour, according to the Wine & Spirits 2016 Restaurant Top 50. What’s behind their continued strength? …
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