I have had an amazing time over the years jumping into the exciting, complex and entertaining world of wine.  The places I've gone, the people I have met and the wines I have encountered have taken me on an amazing journey that I am excited to continue.  In February of 2018, I launched Seventeen Thirty-Four... Continue Reading →

How To: Judgement of Oakland 2017

The Third Annual Oakland Wine Festival is set to take place on Saturday, July 15th.  Featured for its second year is the Judgement of Oakland™ Double Blind Wine Tasting, a creative spin on the world renown Judgment of Paris tasting, which pushed California wines to the forefront of wine culture.  Guests will have access to... Continue Reading →

As we approach the Oakland Wine Festival’s Kick-Off Tasting and Soiree featuring Chappellet Vineyards and Sonoma-Loeb, and as the Third Annual Oakland Wine Festival, which will be held on July 15, draws near, my conversation with the legendary Cyril Chappellet, could not have come at a better time.  Cyril, the CEO and President of Chappellet... Continue Reading →

“A Perfect Score” by Craig and Kathryn Hall

"Something about Napa, especially when coupled with the wine business, breeds a celebration of life."-Craig and Kathryn Hall Learning about the history of wine and the people behind the wine moves you to take a deeper look into the glass.  Swirl it a little longer.  Allow the aroma to envelop you.  Feel the devotion in the... Continue Reading →

In the News…………….

Envolve Winery of the Sonoma Valley purchased by the Stewart Family of Bacas Family Estates. (Remember Ben Flajnik of "The Bachelor" circa 2012) Read on: Wine Business Article Northbay Business Journal Article Sonoma Valley Sun Article

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