We can hardly believe 2021 is coming to an end! We’re happy to report that Strala Vineyards had another incredible harvest season, and our 2021 vintage is on its way to becoming truly extraordinary. Grape growers across the valley say that this year’s cooperative...
Have you ever heard a winemaker or shop owner say a bottle of premium wine is unique thanks to its high-elevation vineyard site? If so, did they explain why that was so? From small lot wines to luxury estate releases, there’s a definite difference between wines whose...
Wine tasting in Napa is a terrific way to try out many different types of wine, including ones produced by boutique wineries you might not otherwise find in your local wine shop. It doesn’t matter if you’re a long-time enthusiast or consider yourself more of an...
A green-skinned grape variety, Chardonnay originated in the Burgundy wine region of eastern France. Today, it’s grown wherever wine is produced, including New Zealand, England, and, of course, the Napa Valley. Boutique winery tours in the area feature elegant and...
Napa Valley is open and welcoming visitors! While indoor masks are still county mandated for everyone regardless of vaccination status, the area’s wineries, restaurants, and resorts are ready to welcome you back, some with no capacity limits or physical distancing...
Winemaking is a year-round endeavor, but it’s the fall grape harvest season that many consider the best time to celebrate the art through events and fall festivals. Each August through October, Napa Valley welcomes thousands of visitors who come to enjoy the...
