Our Wander writers lead you through the many wine regions of California. We offer ideas on wineries to visit in the Napa-Sonoma valleys, places to taste in southern California, and even some little-known wineries along the way.
Camp Davies is definitely not your kids' summer camp. Head to Calistoga, CA for wine camp at Schramsberg Vineyard. This wine camp for adults is a must! As a foodie, wine enthusiast, writer, and photographer, I am often invited to unique, educational, and fun...
A Napa Valley Wine Train trip makes for a day filled with tasty food, delicious wine, great conversation, and incredible scenery. The Napa Valley Wine Train, part of the Curator Hotel & Resort Collection, was once named the Napa Valley Train. The railroad,...
Sonoma County is home to more than 60 Dry Creek wineries. Explore a few of these exceptional wines in California wine country. Healdsburg, California, is a magnificent place to visit. The vast countryside is stunning, the restaurants feature delicious cuisine, and...
Find inspiration in the art and wine of Concord and Contra Costa County, California. Travel along the Contra Costa Wine Trail for the best of both worlds. Art and wine connect me to the places I travel to; each establishes harmony and balance in its surroundings....
Explore California's Central Coast to discover San Luis Obispo. Uncover historical and artistic foundations and sample its wine and cuisine. Halfway between San Francisco and Los Angeles, along Highway 101, lies the Central Coast town of San Luis Obispo. A...
An Arroyo Grande weekend getaway on California's Central Coast in San Luis Obispo County is filled with character—and top-notch wineries. The village of Arroyo Grande is a quaint small town in California, just south of San Luis Obispo off Highway 101. Arroyo Grande...
The Santa Maria Valley in California has good wine, good food, and plenty of fun. Find out why you shouldn't miss it in this Wander Guide. Located about halfway between Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo, the Santa Maria Valley flies under many travelers’ radars....
Rusack Vineyards is a Catalina Island vineyard with roots going back to the Wrigley family. Here is the best of exploring Catalina wines. William Wrigley Jr. made his fortune in gum. Today, his great-granddaughter Alison Wrigley Rusack is making hers in grapes. She...
Planning on wine tasting in California's wine country? Check out this sommelier's list of the best guided winery tours in Napa and Sonoma. If you're looking for the best guided winery tours in Napa Valley and Sonoma, look no further. I've tried them all and these...
Prima Materia Winery, under the guidance of owner Pietro Buttitta, is a California boutique winery that uses Italian grape varieties. California Wine Month is the perfect time to showcase boutique wineries that strive to accomplish something different. One such...