Chardonnay is still king, capturing 21% of all wine sales. Next popular varietals include Cabernet Sauvignon (12%), Merlot (9%), and Pinot Grigio/Gris (8%).

“There are so many great chefs, world-class wineries and noteworthy agri-tourism experiences, that it’s actually quite difficult to pare down the schedule to fit into the three-and-a-half days and evenings”

Watch as Loni Stark of Stark Insider TV meets up with superman himself, Chef Tyler Florence, to discuss Pebble Beach Food & Wine, his restaurant, and the business of food.

Stark Insider behind the scenes: inside the kitchen for the Star Chefs & Vintners Gala fundraiser. Chef Nancy Oakes returns as Gala Chef Chair.

In 1976, under his leadership, Chateau Montelena’s 1973 Chardonnay was selected as the top-rated wine over the other entries, including four white Burgundies and six California Chardonnays at the infamous Paris Tasting (aka Judgment of Paris).

Best of all, there’s no blood filled elevators in sight. Kubrick and The Overlook. There’s another combo that gets the job done in style.

New report suggests that California wine consumption grew 3% y/y reaching 204 million nine-liter cases.

‘Winemakers to Watch’ features four talented and relatively young winemakers who you may not know but should.