The Wine Smith Redux

Placerville’s downtown wine bar is more than The Wine Smith redux. It’s got a fresh clean new look with specialty drinks that revive and entertain this small neighborhood and its wine aficionados. This pink lady is even refreshing on the eyes after a long...

Copia Vineyards

Named for the Greek goddess of abundance, Copia Vineyards opened a tasting room in downtown Paso with swanky decor to delight visitors. Their story is a familiar one: for the love of the juice. Although you may have heard the name in other wine regions, they are no...

Celebrate American Wine Pioneers

Celebrate American wine pioneers by sharing red, white, and blue! Wines can be blue if made from a varietal with hallmark characteristics of blueberry and plum like petite sirah. I’m not suggesting pairing a big bold red like petite sirah with your ball park...

Summer of Drink Your Words

During the summer of Drink Your Words, I’ll be touring my book all over this big beautiful Golden State. My schedule changes on the fly so posting a calendar is futile. But I’m making it my priority to answer all your requests for speaking engagements or...