Wine 40 Years Earlier: What were people talking about in 1976?
A “wine diet” gets top marks. Zinfandel is “mostly just to enjoy.” And, yes, Virginia, there are vines in ‘Olde England!’ Those are just some…
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Wine Review: Harken brings back classic, rich Chardonnay
“At some point, someone decided that those great toasty notes and buttery finish went out of style. We think that’s crazy. So we brought it…
San Francisco Michelin Stars: Quince earns third star, Adega gets San Jose’s first
San Francisco is now tied with New York for the most Michelin three-star restaurants (six).
5 MVFF films with a connection to wine country
Being a fan of wine country, and all the interesting personalities that call the place home (and work), every year I like to skim the…
Smaller can be a good thing, even in Texas! Part 1: Grapevine
Folksy, friendly Grapevine, home to the Texas Wine industry, has a rich heritage starting back from 1843.
Stark Insider Hit List: Sonoma Wine Country Weekend
Sonoma Wine Country Weekend is almost here. And that can only mean one thing: it’s time to whip out a wine glass (or two), head…
Coppola’s classic movie wine labels – kitsch or cool?
Coppola Winery revealed three new wine labels today. Granted, not especially remarkable news. This happens all the time. Wineries partner with an artist and produce…
Napa News: Culinary Institute of America expands, takes over Copia Center
Expansion is in the air for the famed Culinary Institute of America. The Napa Valley Register is reporting that the other CIA has received the…
Wine of the Day: ‘The Whip’ from Murrieta’s Well Vineyard (Livemore)
I’m sure I’m not alone when I humbly suggest that some of today’s most interesting wines and wine bargains come from a place called Livermore.…
Heritage Fire returns to Charles Krug Winery in Napa
It’s summer and Stark Insider is scouting some of San Francisco, Napa, and Sonoma’s best food and wine events. Embrace your wanderlust and follow Loni…