Who would you nominate as the “First Family” of California wine? There are certainly multiple contenders. The Wentes, Mondavis, Trincheros, and Gallos definitely belong in the discussion. As do the Wagners, without a doubt. They started in 1972, in a …
March is just rockin’ and rollin’ here in the very best wine bar in San Diego County. With big fun events on the 11th and 25th, there’s no way we could drop the ball on the 18th and 19th. Absolutely …
This Friday, March 11th, marks a VERY important milestone in my brother Bill’s remarkable life. It’s his birthday! And not just any birthday. Oh, no. It’s a big one. Not that I’m about to spill the beans as to his …
There’s a big ol’ wonderful world of wine to be enjoyed, and I think we should explore it together! What do you say? Pay us a visit this Friday, March 4th. It’ll be just ten bucks for snacks plus tastes …
For this final weekend in February, we invite you to visit our wine bar and get your socks knocked off! We’re talking about a killer Top Flight of 3 exceptional wines that are brand new to our shop. Just $15 …
It was my privilege recently to attend a trade tasting at the Inn at Rancho Santa Fe, featuring hundreds of wines from Washington. I was already a fan of Washington wines, and this event only confirmed that opinion. I tasted …
Ah, love. That most enthralling of emotions, along with its cousins passion, devotion, and admiration. Some folks express their love via cards, flowers, and balloons. We, of course, think there are better alternatives. Imagine the sexiest, most seductive things in …
It could be said that February is the sweetest month. This is the month of Valentine’s Day, after all, with all its candy and sweet nothings whispered in our sweetheart’s ear. February is also the month when Girl Scout cookie …
We have a very special treat for you this Friday, January 15th. Owner/winemaker Skip Coomber of Coomber Family Wines will be here to charm and delight you while we pour his delicious wines! Cost for this event is a mere …
Our famous Penny Sale begins this Friday, January 29, and continues until the wines are sold out! This means that on selected wines you may purchase one, and get a second bottle of the same wine for just one cent! …