Stark Insider two week review: Bollinger, Livermore, Loreto Bay and SouPerBowl blooper!
I missed getting our week in review out last week as we were up in Livermore and focused on more wine country adventures. And the…
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Napa Valley wine tasting: Inside the barrel room at Sequoia Grove
Ever wondered what a Napa Valley winery wine barrel room looks like? Loni takes an inside look at Sequoia Grove where we were fortunate to…
La Rochelle Winery in Livermore: Pinots in paradise
If you're in Livermore, I'd put La Rochelle high on your list of places to visit.
Artesa Cabernet Franc, Alexander Valley 2005 Limited Release: French oak style is on the money
Artesa is a spectacular winery with sweeping views of the Napa Valley. Although its architecture is distinctively modern, its wines are enjoyably classic. On a…
Super Bowl weekend, who am I rooting for?
Everyone is talking about Super Bowl weekend. At the checkout at Trader Joe’s we’re asked who were cheering for. Co-workers have their theories and predictions…
Windows 7: My first impressions
So far the scuttlebutt on Windows 7 is positive. Overwhelmingly and surprisingly so. After all, isn’t this the same allegedly evil Microsoft that has tormented…
Parducci True Grit Petite Sirah, Mendocino 2005: Cowboy boots not included
Here’s a great, brash wine, aptly described on the back label as “an American original: big and bold, with plenty of heart.” A pair of…
It’s oh-so-fun living on the San Andreas Fault
Some day. Some day. But when? Ove the past 10 years I’ve lived in the San Francisco Bay Area there have been many minor earthquakes…
Loreto Baja updates: Press trips, extended promotion and La Mision Hotel
Some news bits from Loreto for those interested in following the recent promotional efforts: The Loreto Visitors Bureau is working with the Baja Tourism Board…