.Josie Cowden

Looking for a fab celebratory sparkling wine? Look no further than Equinox! Made in the méthode champenoise style, this amazing sparkler is perfect for any special occasion. This beautiful handcrafted wine has dry flavors and a pleasurable cascade of bubbles. There’s nothing like cracking open a bottle of good wine when you have a special meal to go with it.

Delicious aromas of fresh cranberry, ripe strawberry and vanilla bean introduce this bright 2022 Rosé by The Mill Keeper (under $20). “The mineral-driven palate...

Winemakers John Overstreet and Neil Perrelli have been involved in making wine at their Villa del Monte Winery for a very long time, and the wines get better and better.

FEL is a tribute to Florence Elsie Lede, winery founder Cliff Lede’s mother. Florence was a home winemaker who provided the early inspiration for Cliff’s love of wine.  FEL wines are located in Cliff Lede Vineyards in Yountville, and those who have visited this remarkable winery know what gorgeous wines are produced there. It’s a stunning winery...

FEL is a tribute to Florence Elsie Lede, winery founder Cliff Lede’s mother. Florence was a home winemaker who provided the early inspiration for Cliff’s love of wine.  FEL wines are located in Cliff Lede Vineyards in Yountville, and those who have visited this remarkable winery know what gorgeous wines are produced there. It’s a stunning winery with a beautiful tasting room and outdoor area.

Ryan Alfaro, son of Richard and Mary Kay Alfaro who started their wine operation back in 1997, was on hand to tell me all about this wine. As winemaker of the “Whole Cluster” Pinot, Ryan certainly knows the ins and outs of it. Ryan said the Pinot...

Trust winemaker Randall Grahm to come up with an eye-catching label for his 2022 Clairette Blanche. It’s a picture of an eye – which Grahm describes as a “wide-open optical aperture.”

Vin Gris is the traditional name for a Rosé of Pinot Noir–and the 2022 estate grown and bottled Vin Gris by Sarah’s Vineyard in Gilroy is particularly good.