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The Carneros region of is still one of California’s most important wine regions, but it is rapidly changing, possibly faster than any other wine region in the country. It isn’t evident to most consumers, and possibly not even to most wine writers … Want to read more? If you’re already a subscriber, welcome back – you … Continue reading “Re-Energizing Carneros”

A discussion few Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon makers want to have is that of regional character. And especially sub-regional character. To them, the brand is Napa Valley. The image is Napa Valley. The entire raison d’être for this red wine is to… Want to read more? If you’re already a subscriber, welcome back – you may … Continue reading “Regional Character”

A few of our readers, notably those who seem to appreciate top quality Pinot Noir and appear prepared to spend top dollar for the best, have noted that a few higher-end California producers have, over the last two years or so, raised prices. Some sig… Want to read more? If you’re already a subscriber, welcome back … Continue reading “The Price of Pinot”