Now And Zin Wine

Why had we never gotten off the 101 freeway in Summerland before? Maybe it's because when we pass that way we're usually headed for...

Why had we never gotten off the 101 freeway in Summerland before? Maybe it's because when we pass that way we're usually headed fo...

The Bottle: A classic Chardonnay bottle - meaning "just a little too wide for my wine rack" - bears a label with a painting of th...

The Bottle: The second label from Lucas & Lewellen , Mandolina specializes in Italian varietals. This Santa Barbara County red is 45%...

On the way out of Napa Valley, heading north on Highway 29, there is a signpost in Calistoga that points down Tubbs Lane toward Chateau Mo...

On the way out of Napa Valley, heading north on Highway 29, there is a signpost in Calistoga that points down Tubbs Lane toward Chateau Mont...

I visited Northern California's wine country for a trip that began on Monday. I had plans to stay in Geyserville I could not resist the ...

I visited Northern California's wine country for a trip that began on Monday. I had plans to stay in Geyserville I could not resist...

The Bottle: Beautiful artwork is what strikes me on first glance. The Mosby wines are famous for their beautifully illustrated labels by...

The Bottle: A clear Rhone-style bottle reveals the salmon color that seems tinged with gold in the light. It's quite impressive visua...

The Bottle: For me, no trip to Edna Valley is complete without a stop at what may well be my favorite winery anywhere. Tangent's ...