Located in the heart of Carmel-by-the-Sea, Galante Vineyards is a wine lover’s retreat with a Western flair. Known for its bold reds and smooth, structured varietals, this small but mighty winery delivers big flavors. With no reservations required, an inviting tasting room, and a top-notch wine club, Galante is a
Salvatore Rombi’s Rombi Wines, located in Carmel Valley, California, is a rare find. Because while many boutique winemakers own their own tasting rooms, few actually stand behind the counter every weekend and pour for their customers!
There has been a lot of talk in the wine community about the skyrocketing cost of wine tasting in Napa Valley and Sonoma County. Finding wine tastings in Napa Valley for under $25 is impossible, and the same can be said for its neighbor to the west, Sonoma County.
There’s not much malbec grown in California, and there’s even less malbec grown in Carmel Valley, but Jack Galante’s interpretation of this French grape via his 2018 Galante Vineyards’ Malbec, is right up there with the best of the best from Mendoza.
Carmel Valley has an off-the-beaten-path feel compared to Napa Valley and Sonoma County, both of which have been wine tourism hot spots for decades. On a recent visit through Central California wine country, we swung through the center of the valley, right down Carmel Valley Road, in search of one
Looking for a wine to celebrate National Rosé Day? Look no further than the 2022 Dawn’s Dream Pinot Noir Rosé from Carmel California. This is a wine to sip all summer long.
The California wine industry faces significant challenges as declining consumer spending, excess inventory, and an overabundance of grapes from the 2024 harvest create economic strain. However, experts predict a turnaround by 2026, with supply and demand expected to rebalance and opportunities for consumers to find high-quality wines at reduced prices
This week explores how trade wars and policy shifts are reshaping liquor markets in Canada and Saudi Arabia. We also cover the latest AHA heart health data and Costco’s surprising rise in the Napa Valley wine scene.
Tina and Brett sat down with Jack Galante at his Caramel Valley Winery and dive into his origins and legacy in the world of wine.
In the last decade or so, Monterey, California, has developed a buzzy wine scene. Alvarado Street, where the Puma Road tasting room is located, is now filled with new and established wineries eager to introduce their offerings to locals and out-of-towners alike.
Steeped in history, yet poised for the future: the 2019 Mesa del Sol “Prima Rossi” is an enchanting red blend from a legend-in-the-making winemaker.
It’s list season again, and the USA Today 10 Best rankings are in: spotlighting top tasting rooms, wine country hotels, and winery tours across the U.S., with a few familiar names and some hidden gems we’ve personally explored. From Pinot standouts in Oregon to boutique stays in wine-soaked valleys, we’ve