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08 Mar

Posted at 23:50h in 2024 Wineries, Uncategorized, Wineries

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern" z_index="" side_padding="0"][vc_column width="2/3" css=".vc_custom_1709930727903{padding-right: 0px !important;padding-left: 0px !important;}"][vc_column_text] Verdad Wine Cellars [/vc_column_text][social_icons type="circle_social" icon="fa-facebook" use_custom_size="no" size="fa-lg" link="https://www.facebook.com/VerdadandLindquistFamilyWines" target="_blank" icon_color="#ffffff" background_color="#8b2b7a"][social_icons type="circle_social" icon="fa-instagram" use_custom_size="no" size="fa-lg" link="https://www.instagram.com/verdadlindquistfamilywines" target="_blank" icon_color="#ffffff" background_color="#8b2b7a"][vc_column_text css=""]4665 Santa Maria Mesa Rd, Santa Maria, CA 93454 verdadandlindquistfamilywines.com Region: Santa Maria Valley Owner/Winemaker: Louisa Sawyer Lindquist About: Specializing in the forgotten Iberian grapes Albariño, Tempranillo, Godello, and Graciano. What is your favorite undiscovered grape? Tempranillo What was your first experience with an undiscovered grape? First memories include a Pinot Auxerois from an Alsatian producer and Picpoul while I worked at Amagansett Wines & Spirits in 1989. There was an Alicante Bouschet Rosé at Joseph Swan winery in 1992-ish. And in 2008 or 2009, I tried some Loureiro and Louiero blends in Northern Portugal, while visiting wineries near the Galicia border. What do you love most about the undiscovered grapes? They make great wines too...

22 Oct

Posted at 04:40h in 2026 Wineries, Los Angeles 2026, San Jose 2026, Wineries

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern" z_index="" side_padding="0"][vc_column width="2/3" css=".vc_custom_1709930727903{padding-right: 0px !important;padding-left: 0px !important;}"][vc_column_text css=""] Vigo Cellars [/vc_column_text][social_icons type="circle_social" icon="fa-facebook" use_custom_size="no" size="fa-lg" link="https://www.facebook.com/VigoCellars" target="_blank" icon_color="#ffffff" background_color="#8b2b7a"][social_icons type="circle_social" icon="fa-instagram" use_custom_size="no" size="fa-lg" link="https://www.instagram.com/vigocellars" target="_blank" icon_color="#ffffff" background_color="#8b2b7a"][vc_column_text css=""]Fortress Custom Crush, 3090 Anderson Rd., Paso Robles, CA 93446 vigocellars.com Region: Paso Robles Owner: Dan & Kim Rodrigues Winemaker: Jeremy Leffert About:  Vigo Cellars is a family-owned, artisan winery dedicated predominately to Rhone-style wines.  Vigo's first release was a single vineyard Syrah from the Avila Valley in the San Luis Obispo Coast AVA, with the portfolio later expanding to include Picpoul Blanc, Grenache Blanc, Viognier, and Grenache. With a focus on the crafting of small lots, Vigo Cellars utilizes new world winemaking techniques as well as time honored, old-world methods to express each vineyard’s terroir, while highlighting the varietal’s characteristics. Named “Vigo” as a tribute to the Rodrigues family heritage, the brand embodies the spirit of adventure.  With a journey that began in the Galicia region of northwest Spain, and included travels to Argentina, the Hawaiian Islands, and San Francisco, California, the Rodrigues family settled in the San Joaquin Valley in the late-1930’s, farming vineyards and almonds.  Three generations later, we are continuing this quest with Vigo Cellars – artisan crafted wines...

05 Oct

Posted at 22:09h in 2026 Wineries, San Jose 2026

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern" z_index="" side_padding="0"][vc_column width="2/3" css=".vc_custom_1711320642741{padding-right: 10px !important;padding-left: 0px !important;}"][vc_column_text css=""] Vino Noceto Winery [/vc_column_text][social_icons type="circle_social" icon="fa-facebook" use_custom_size="no" size="fa-lg" link="https://www.facebook.com/VinoNoceto" target="_blank" icon_color="#ffffff" background_color="#8b2b7a"][social_icons type="circle_social" icon="fa-instagram" use_custom_size="no" size="fa-lg" link="https://www.instagram.com/vinonoceto" target="_blank" icon_color="#ffffff" background_color="#8b2b7a"][vc_column_text css=""]11011 Shenandoah Valley Rd. Plymouth, CA 95669 www.noceto.com Region: Shenandoah Valley, Amador County Owners: Suzy & Jim Gullett Winemaker: Rusty Folena About: Vino Noceto Winery has grown to produce 7,000 cases of Sangiovese-based wines, including its traditional Chianti-style Sangiovese, Brunello-style Riserva, and several single-block Sangioveses. In addition, Vino Noceto has consistently produced other high-quality Italian varietals, including Zinfandel from the famed “Original Grandpère Vineyard”, Aglianico, Barbera, Trebbiano, Teroldego, and Sagrantino. What is your favorite undiscovered grape? Sangiovese. It is our largest production variety. What was your first experience with an undiscovered grape? Robert Pepi, and established, family winery also located in Napa, California, first planted a stony hillside to Sangiovese in 1983 and then expanded their production to valley floor grapes. Vino Noceto, founded by Jim and Suzy Gullett in Shenandoah Valley, California, took the direction of producing food-friendly Chianti style Sangiovese wines. Their first vines were planted in 1986 in a fallow grain field, including scion wood from the Montevina Il Pioggoine source as well as Biondi Santi (Brunello), Altesino (Brunello),...

02 Sep

Posted at 22:59h in 2026 Wineries, Los Angeles 2026, San Jose 2026

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern" z_index="" side_padding="0"][vc_column width="2/3" css=".vc_custom_1711320642741{padding-right: 10px !important;padding-left: 0px !important;}"][vc_column_text css=""] Vino Tahoe | Pansaré Cellars | Amador Heights [/vc_column_text][social_icons type="circle_social" icon="fa-facebook" use_custom_size="no" size="fa-lg" link="https://www.facebook.com/pansarecellars" target="_blank" icon_color="#ffffff" background_color="#8b2b7a"][social_icons type="circle_social" icon="fa-instagram" use_custom_size="no" size="fa-lg" link="https://www.instagram.com/vinotahoe" target="_blank" icon_color="#ffffff" background_color="#8b2b7a"][vc_column_text css=""]15010 Ridge Road Sutter Creek CA 95685 vinotahoe.com Region: Sierra Foothills AVA ( Amador county wine heritage district) Owner: Milind Pansaré Winemaker: Milind Pansaré About: Vino Tahoe is the only Amador County winery with a certified organic vineyard, producing over 14 varietals, and wines that have won best of class and multiple awards at the SF Chronicle, Sunset International, and Orange County wine competitions. Every wine is made on estate with small lots between 1-4 barrels. Experience our Viognier, Best of class Barbera, Super Tuscan Sangiovese blend, and our award-winning Primitivo/Souzao blend. What is your favorite undiscovered grape? Barbera, Souzao, and Viognier What was your first experience with an undiscovered grape? Making Viognier for the first time in 2024 was a revelation. This grape used in Condrieu primarily tends to be picked over-ripe in California, which makes it a perfume bomb but lacking in weight. We pick ours at 20.5 brix, resulting in a wine that is only 12% alcohol but exhibits orange blossom, flint, and hazelnut...

27 Sep

Posted at 02:08h in 2026 Wineries, Los Angeles 2026, San Jose 2026

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern" z_index="" side_padding="0"][vc_column width="2/3" css=".vc_custom_1711320642741{padding-right: 10px !important;padding-left: 0px !important;}"][vc_column_text css=""] Vinyl Vineyards [/vc_column_text][social_icons type="circle_social" icon="fa-facebook" use_custom_size="no" size="fa-lg" link="https://www.facebook.com/vinylvineyards" target="_blank" icon_color="#ffffff" background_color="#8b2b7a"][social_icons type="circle_social" icon="fa-instagram" use_custom_size="no" size="fa-lg" link="https://www.instagram.com/vinylvineyards" target="_blank" icon_color="#ffffff" background_color="#8b2b7a"][vc_column_text css=""]4380 Union Rd, Paso Robles, CA vinylvin.com Region: Paso Robles Owners: Dina and Jeff Hevert Winemakers: Jeff Hevert About: Nestled in the rolling hills of Paso Robles, Vinyl Vineyards is the creative vision of husband-and-wife team Jeff and Dina Hevert. What began as a family vineyard has evolved into a one-of-a-kind destination where music, wine, and glamping come together in a one-of-a-kind experience. Each wine carries the spirit of discovery - crafted in small lots, made with intention, and paired with the soundtrack of timeless vinyl. At Vinyl Vineyards, every detail reflects Jeff and Dina’s passion for creating memorable experiences. Guests can sip while spinning records, stay in restored vintage trailers named after music legends, and explore a property that feels equal parts throwback and fresh discovery. Their wines, ranging from bright Vermentino and vibrant Rosé to bold, soulful blends, speak to the adventurous palates who seek something beyond the expected. Vinyl Vineyards is proud to share its journey of reinvention: honoring the land while embracing creativity, community, and the joy of finding...

05 Mar

Posted at 03:39h in 2026 Wineries, Los Angeles 2026, Wineries

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern" z_index="" side_padding="0"][vc_column width="2/3" css=".vc_custom_1711320642741{padding-right: 10px !important;padding-left: 0px !important;}"][vc_column_text css=""] Warson Wine [/vc_column_text][social_icons type="circle_social" icon="fa-instagram" use_custom_size="no" size="fa-lg" link="https://www.instagram.com/wildrejoice" target="_blank" icon_color="#ffffff" background_color="#8b2b7a"][vc_column_text css=""]3940 Laurel Canyon Blvd. #298, Studio City, CA warsonwine.com Region: Santa Ynez Valley and Los Angeles County Owner: Paul Warson Winemaker: Paul Warson About: Paul Warson grew up in Los Angeles, attended UC Davis where he eventually studied Fermentation Science. Before his final year, he worked at a sparkling winery in Carneros, where he decided he would spend his career doing what he did for his summer vacation. Upon completion of his degree, he was invited back to see “the other side of things.” Feeling he needed a change of perspective, Paul traveled to Australia, where he lived and worked for six months. With the change in varietals, climate, and overall attitude to winemaking, Paul discovered a different approach to the craft he studied and trained in for so long. Desiring to seek outside perspectives to winemaking, when Paul returned to California, he worked at Chateau Potelle, back when it was owned by both Jean-Noel and Marketta Fourmeaux and sat atop Mount Veeder. It was here Paul integrated his schooling, his experience from Australia, along with what he learned from...

21 Nov

Posted at 01:57h in 2025 Wineries, 2026 Wineries, Los Angeles 2026, San Jose 2026, Wineries

[vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern" z_index="" side_padding="0"][vc_column width="2/3" css=".vc_custom_1711320642741{padding-right: 10px !important;padding-left: 0px !important;}"][vc_column_text css=""] Wild Rejoice Wine Company [/vc_column_text][social_icons type="circle_social" icon="fa-instagram" use_custom_size="no" size="fa-lg" link="https://www.instagram.com/wildrejoice" target="_blank" icon_color="#ffffff" background_color="#8b2b7a"][vc_column_text css=""]1401 Marina Way S. #280, Richmond, CA 94804 wildrejoice.com Region: Sacramento/East Bay Owner: Alice and Michael Valania Winemaker: Michael Valania About: Wild Rejoice is a family-run winery, generally ruled by a 5-year-old human who knows more about making wine than most but would rather fly a kite than stomp grapes. What is your favorite undiscovered grape? Cinsault What was your first experience with an undiscovered grape? Visiting many of the amazing wineries in and around the Santa Ynez Valley, the undiscovered grapes are abundant. One of the first we can remember is the variety of Italian varieties at Palmina Wines. Learning about Dolcetto, Vermentino and other Italian grapes being grown in the region was eye-opening. What do you love most about the undiscovered grapes? Undiscovered grapes are so expressive of place and time. It is so much fun to discover new grapes and figure out where they do well and how they compare across the world. [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width="1/3" css=".vc_custom_1709930735254{padding-right: 0px !important;padding-left: 0px !important;}"][vc_single_image image="2358" img_size="full" css="" qode_css_animation=""][vc_single_image image="2359" img_size="full" css="" qode_css_animation=""][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row css_animation="" row_type="row" use_row_as_full_screen_section="no" type="full_width" angled_section="no" text_align="left" background_image_as_pattern="without_pattern" css=".vc_custom_1732153919644{margin: 0px !important;padding: 0px...