The Sommelier Update is an educational blog on wine, beer, spirits and food. It started in conjunction with the Arrowhead Wine Enthusiast club, but has rapidly gained an international following from those interested in learning, enjoying and having fun with food and wine. Weekly articles on advice, service, pairing ideas, recipes, education and consultation, from a Certified Sommelier and wine educator. Over six years ago, I wrote about wine tasting in the desert of southeast Arizona. I find that some of.

How does a Frenchman who has searched the world for the ideal place to grow Cabernet Sauvignon grapes end up in Paso Robles? Daniel Daou measures everything. After moving from France to California with a degree in computer engineering, he built many successful technology companies under a company he and his brother created. AVA Santa Barbara Tasting Room, photo by Ciro Coelho.

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Saturday, June 15, 2013. Refugio Ranch, Santa Ynez Valley. Nestled between the Santa Ynez River and the Santa Ynez Mountains lies Refugio Ranch. A four hundred and fifteen acre estate surrounded by some of the most spectacular landscapes in Santa Barbara County Wine Country. Refugio Ranch Vineyards was planted. With glass in hand, we joined the Gleasons on their four-wheel drive utility vehicle for an afternoon vineyard tour.

Turning over new stones in culture and culinary travel. When you picture celebrating carnival, what cities around the world do you think of? July 14, 2015. Adobe Guadalupe Vineyards and Inn. Living in Southern California is definitely a privilege.

Monday, March 5, 2018. Artificial Intelligence is slowly taking over our world. By the way, why are they always portrayed as women? Ron Washam, HMW. Monday, February 5, 2018. So You Wanna Be a Wine Judge.

Words About Wine by Randy Fuller. My Blog Has Moved! May 27, 2010. All my blogging is now contained in the Now And Zin Wine Blog. Please stop by and say hi! This blog will remain up and serve as archives, so the articles you find here will remain available here. 8211; Known as Domai.

Saturday, December 9, 2017. Mr W snapped this on his way home from LA. Wednesday afternoon, somewhere near the Thomas fire. Ash is raining down at my house today, as smoke from the Thomas fire in Ventura County blows north. I really believe every little bit helps. It got me thinking about how.