Hangtown Cantina has clearly embraced outdoor patio dining, making it festive and fun. You can order online or phone and swing the car through for pick up. Or stop by and enjoy day drinking under the shaded pavilion. When you order one of their happy drinks (hola,...
Wine
Andis Wines – A Shioppettino To Remember
Ever heard of an Italian grape called Shioppettino? Andis Wines makes one with brilliant typicity. The Shioppettino's lovely purple color with a brilliant garnet rim lured me in. One sniff of fresh raspberry, fresh cut lawn and plum smelled like a cacophony of...
Derby Wine Estates – Meaty Masculine Rose
If you think this looks like a light girlie wine, don't judge by its pink color. The Derby Wine Estates rose is a big meaty masculine wine with the strength and layers to match any steak and potato meal. Slight aroma...
Hitching Post Wines – White Dahlia, a perfect blend of these two grapes
If you've grown tired of Sauvignon Blanc, try one mixed with Semillon. The Hitching Post White Dahlia is a perfect blend of these two grapes with a nice light floral scent with apricot and banana. But it's body opens wide on the palate. Slightly tart acidity whets...
Ernest Hemingway Vineyards – as rich and remarkable as Papa himself
If your only regret in life is that you did not drink more wine, head to Ernest Hemingway Vineyards when in Paso. They pour a Tempranillo (Saludos A Pamplona) that’s as rich and remarkable as Papa himself.
Guyomar Wine Cellars – A Memorable Flight
Most vintners pride themselves on cultivating each grape to reach its full potential but few are as relentless as Ishka from Guyomar Wine Cellars. It takes more than just a prime Willow Creek location like theirs where soft cooling breezes flow through the Templeton Gap and hardly any precipitation falls April through October to make elegant wines.
Penman Springs Vineyard – Best In Class
The small family owned and operated Penman Springs Vineyard is one of the last wineries still offering a complimentary tasting of their wines as long as you buy something. And buying something there is not difficult. Deciding which ones of Penman Springs' well-crafted...
Lusso Della Terra Winery & Vineyard – Luxury of The Land
This wine dresses up any hearty feast but can still be the playful part of any picnic. It is a welcome reminder of the full potential of Pinot but priced to take business away from the rest.
Symbiosis Wines – aged wines we crave
Their Tempranillo has many layers of vibrant acidity with big full plum and licorice flavors that open like a flower and remain robust for days longer than most wines I’ve tasted. This is probably because they are currently pouring older vintages like due to longer cellar aging.
Gary Kramer Guitar Cellars
Sounds like a unique blend but the sultry sounds of a strumming guitar do pair nicely with a relaxing springtime sipper like Albarino. Theirs is a strong vibrant white wine with flavors and richness that match creme brulee with lemon curd and a hint of early banana...