The beautiful city of Miami, Florida, has long attracted people from all over the world with its reputation for its sunny beaches, trendy nightlife, and delightfully diverse culture. But did you know that Miami’s little-known secret is that it is also home to some of America’s most cherished wine tasting venues, not only in Florida […]
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Jacksonville, Florida is known for hundreds of miles of beaches, a vibrant art and music scene, and….wine? That’s right, oenophiles skipping over Jacksonville are missing out. With a surprising variety and care of quality available, Jacksonville’s wine scene stands out. Rising stars in the food and beverage scene are taking bold steps to make Jacksonville […]
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If you’re a wine enthusiast visiting Denver, or you live in Denver and want to check out some of the best wine tours around, you’re in luck. There are plenty of great wine tours to choose from, and they all offer different experiences. Whether you’re looking for a leisurely tour that takes its time enjoying […]
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Texas is one of the best states in the US to go wine tasting, and Houston has some of the best wineries in Texas. Thus, any wine lovers who venture to Texas should try out some top-tier Houston wine tours. And no matter where you go in and around the city, the quality doesn’t drop. […]
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Sparkman Cellars Review Address: 19501 144th Avenue, Suite D-700 Woodinville,Washington 98072. Phone Number: 425-398-1045 Tasting Hours: Sat-Sun 1:00-5:00 Region: Puget Sound AVA, Woodinville, Woodinville Warehouse District, Washington Reviewer: Denise Gangnes Review Date: 1/13/2013 Reviewer: Denise Gangnes Rating: 4 The Review A successful Seattle sommelier with his roots in the south, Chris Sparky Sparkman produced his […]
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White Rose Estate Review Address: 6250 NE Hilltop Lane Dayton,Oregon 97114. Phone Number: 503-864-2328 Tasting Hours: Summer 10:00-6:00; non-Summer, Sat-Sun 10:00-6:00 or by appointment Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Dundee Hills AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Rob Boss Review Date: 11/1/2012 Reviewer: Rob Boss Rating: 4 The Review After visiting wineries ranging from elegant (De Ponte) to grand […]
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Zilaro Cellars Tasting Room Review Address: 1113 Adella Ave. Coronado,California 92118. Phone Number: 619-437-7969 Tasting Hours: Region: South Coast and S. California, California Reviewer: Becky Parr Review Date: 9/6/2014 Reviewer: Becky Parr Rating: 3 The Review During our recent trip to San Diego, we took the ferry to Coronado Island for two reasons: to visit […]
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Arizona Stronghold Tasting Room Review Address: 1023 N. Main St. Cottonwood,Arizona 86326. Phone Number: 928-639-2789 Tasting Hours: Sun-Thurs 12:00-7:00; Fri-Sat 12:00-9:00 Region: Arizona Reviewer: Diane Review Date: 5/23/2013 Reviewer: Diane Rating: 4 The Review Arizona is a serious wine growing region, the terrior (a pretty word for soil, climate and location) has its own unique […]
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Round Pond Estate Review Address: 875 Rutherford Rd. Rutherford,California 94558. Phone Number: 888-302-2575 Tasting Hours: By appt. Thurs-Mon 11:00-4:00 Region: Napa Valley AVA, Rutherford AVA, California Reviewer: Laura Cropper Review Date: 10/26/2015 Reviewer: Laura Cropper Rating: 5 The Review Round Pond Estate, owned and operated by the second generation of the MacDonnell Family, is located […]
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Texas Legato Winery Review Address: 2935 Farm-to-Market 1478 Lampasas,Texas 76550. Phone Number: 512-556-9600 Tasting Hours: Fri-Sat 10:00-5:00, Sun 12:30-5:00 and by appt. Region: Texas Hill Country AVA, Texas Reviewer: Becky Parr Review Date: 4/4/2013 Reviewer: Becky Parr Rating: 2 The Review Texas Legato lies in the northern part of Texas Hill Country, although its not […]
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Hunting Creek Vineyards Review Address: 2000 Addie Williams Trail Clover,Virginia 24534. Phone Number: 434-454-9219 Tasting Hours: Mar-Dec: Wed-Sun 11:00-5:00 and by appt. Region: Virginia Reviewer: Brian Yost Review Date: 10/3/2014 Reviewer: Brian Yost Rating: 5 The Review When one speaks of the Southern Virginia Wine Region, it is not uncommon to hear disparaging comments about […]
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J. Bookwalter Review Address: 894 Tulip Ln Richland,Washington 99352. Phone Number: 509-627-5000 Tasting Hours: Nov-Feb: Sun 12:00-6:00, Mon-Tues 12:00-8:00, Wed-Sat 12:00-10:00; Mar-Oct: Sun-Tues 11:00-8:00, Wed-Sat 11:00-11:00 Region: Columbia Valley AVA, Washington Reviewer: Denise Gangnes Review Date: 4/5/2012 Reviewer: Denise Gangnes Rating: 5 The Review Bookwalters award-winning Flagship tasting room in Richland is an oasis to […]
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Chehalem – Newberg Review Address: 106 S Center St Newberg,Oregon 97132. Phone Number: 503-538-4700 Tasting Hours: 11:00-5:00 Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Rob Boss Review Date: 4/17/2012 Reviewer: Rob Boss Rating: 5 The Review Its possible that many Willamette Valley tourists end their trips in the Chehalem tasting room, located in downtown Newberg on […]
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Dry Creek Vineyard Review Address: 3770 Lambert Bridge Rd. Healdsburg,California 95448. Phone Number: Tasting Hours: 10:30-4:30 and by appt. Region: Sonoma County, Dry Creek Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Denise Gangnes Review Date: 3/20/2012 Reviewer: Denise Gangnes Rating: 4 The Review If youre eager to start your wine tasting early in the day, Dry Creek Winery […]
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Koenig Distillery and Winery Review Address: 20928 Grape Ln. Caldwell,Idaho 83607. Phone Number: 208-455-8386 Tasting Hours: Wed-Sun 12:00-5:00 and by appt. Region: Snake River Valley AVA, Idaho Reviewer: Review Date: 7/20/2013 Reviewer: Rating: 5 The Review Three Wines Score 90+ in Wine Spectator Magazine Having lived in Idaho for almost eighteen years, I have learned […]
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Carolyn’s Sakonnet Vineyards Review Address: 162 West Main Rd. Little Compton,Rhode Island 02837. Phone Number: 800-919-4637 Tasting Hours: Thurs-Sat 10:00-8:00, Sun-Wed 10:00-6:00 Region: Southeastern New England AVA, Rhode Island Reviewer: Anthony Marocco Review Date: 12/27/2014 Reviewer: Anthony Marocco Rating: 4 The Review Many of my articles are focused on Virginia wineries or wineries in whichever […]
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Cedar Creek Winery (WI) Review Address: N70 W6340 Bridge Rd. Cedarburg,Wisconsin 53012. Phone Number: 262-377-8020 Tasting Hours: Mon-Sat 10:00-5:00, Sun 11:00-5:00 Region: Wisconsin Ledge AVA, Wisconsin Reviewer: Larschelby Kidd Review Date: 6/17/2014 Reviewer: Larschelby Kidd Rating: 3 The Review Although Cedar Creek Winery is owned by one of the oldest wineries in Wisconsin, Wollersheim Winery, […]
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The Dundee Bistro Wine & Bubble Bar Review Address: 100 SW Seventh Street Dundee,Oregon 97115. Phone Number: 503-554-1500 Tasting Hours: 12:00-8:00 Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Dundee Hills AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Rob Boss Review Date: 11/9/2012 Reviewer: Rob Boss Rating: 4 The Review One of the first wineries in Oregon, Ponzi Vineyards has been in business […]
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Lange & Co Review Address: 110A SW 7th St. Dundee,Oregon 97115. Phone Number: 503-487-6370 Tasting Hours: 9:00-5:00 Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Dundee Hills AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Rob Boss Review Date: 6/11/2014 Reviewer: Rob Boss Rating: 4 The Review (Photos by Jai Soots) In broad brush strokes, Domaine Trouvere, located in Oregon’s Dundee Hills AVA, is […]
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Gold Mountain Winery & Lodge Review Address: 7750 Fairplay Rd. Fair Play,California 95684. Phone Number: 530-620-6888 Tasting Hours: Wed-Mon 11:00-5:00 Region: Sierra Foothills AVA, El Dorado County, Fair Play AVA, El Dorado AVA, California Reviewer: Yvonne Kochanowski Review Date: 3/30/2012 Reviewer: Yvonne Kochanowski Rating: 5 The Review Set high on a hillside overlooking the vineyards, […]
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C.G. DiArie Tasting Room Review Address: 19919 Shenandoah School Rd Plymouth,California 95669. Phone Number: 209-245-4700 Tasting Hours: Fri-Mon 11:00-4:30 Region: Sierra Foothills AVA, Amador County, California Shenandoah Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Yvonne Kochanowski Review Date: 4/20/2012 Reviewer: Yvonne Kochanowski Rating: 4 The Review The gently hilly country road takes you through picturesque nurseries and vineyards […]
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Riverwood Winery Review Address: 22200 Highway 45 North Rushville,Missouri 64484. Phone Number: 816-579-9797 Tasting Hours: Wed-Sat 11:00-5:00, Sun 12:00-5:00 Region: Missouri Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Review Date: 10/19/2014 Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Rating: 3 The Review Off the beaten path, about a fifteen-minute drive through rolling hills from Westin, Missouri, Riverwood Winery sits just off […]
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Wine Barn Winery & Vineyard Review Address: 2850 N 119th St. Kansas City,Kansas 66109. Phone Number: 913-721-5577 Tasting Hours: Sat-Sun 12:00-5:00 and by appt. Region: Kansas Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Review Date: 6/7/2015 Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Rating: 4 The Review Five minutes earlier, we had driven past Arthur Bryants new location and the stadium […]
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The Vineyard at Hershey Review Address: 598 Schoolhouse Rd Middletown,Pennsylvania 17057. Phone Number: 717-944-1569 Tasting Hours: 11:00-6:00 Region: Pennsylvania Reviewer: Joanne Dunne Review Date: 10/31/2015 Reviewer: Joanne Dunne Rating: 3 The Review The Place: The Vineyard at Hershey is a popular destination in the Hershey/Lancaster/Harrisburg area for wine tastings, events and weddings. The winery’s proximity to […]
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Arroyo Robles Winery Review Address: 1317 Park Street Paso Robles,California 93446. Phone Number: Tasting Hours: 11:00-7:00 Region: Paso Robles AVA, California Reviewer: Julie Dorris Review Date: 7/5/2012 Reviewer: Julie Dorris Rating: 4 The Review It was July 4th, and Id already visited some wineries in Paso Robles that were in full swing. Now it was […]
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Falkner Winery Review Address: 40620 Calle Contento Temecula,California 92591. Phone Number: 951-676-8231 Tasting Hours: 10:00-5:00 Region: South Coast and S. California, Temecula Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Tara Torres Review Date: 7/27/2012 Reviewer: Tara Torres Rating: 3 The Review Slightly off the main road, Falkner Winery sits high on the hill along with its restaurant, Pinnacle. […]
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Lava Cap Review Address: 2221 Fruitridge Rd. Placerville,California 95667. Phone Number: 530-621-0175 Tasting Hours: 11:00-5:00 Region: Sierra Foothills AVA, El Dorado County, El Dorado AVA, California Reviewer: Yvonne Kochanowski Review Date: 11/30/2012 Reviewer: Yvonne Kochanowski Rating: 5 The Review Come for the wine and stay for the view and thats not a tagline! Nestled […]
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Big Rock Winery Review Address: 106 PR 1381 Lakeside Villiage,Texas 76671. Phone Number: 817-202-5212 Tasting Hours: Thurs 5:00-9:00, Sat 12:00-11:00, Sun 12:00-6:00 Region: Texas Reviewer: Becky Parr Review Date: 7/9/2016 Reviewer: Becky Parr Rating: 3 The Review Let the wine connoisseur beware visiting Big Rock Winery is more like visiting a mad scientists working […]
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J. Bookwalter – Woodinville Review Address: 14810 NE 145th Street, Bldg. B Woodinville,Washington 98072. Phone Number: 425-488-1983 Tasting Hours: Fri-Sat 12:00-8:00, Sun-Thurs 12:00-6:00 Region: Puget Sound AVA, Woodinville, Woodinville Tourist District, Washington Reviewer: Denise Gangnes Review Date: 3/6/2012 Reviewer: Denise Gangnes Rating: 4 The Review Bookwalters Woodinville location offers the same upbeat service and comfortable […]
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Urban Enoteca Review Address: 4130 First Avenue South Seattle,Washington 98134. Phone Number: 206-467-9463 Tasting Hours: Wed-Thurs 4:00-9:00, Fri 4:00-11:00, Sat 12:00-11:00, Sun 12:00-5:00 Region: Puget Sound AVA, Washington Reviewer: Denise Gangnes Review Date: 3/6/2012 Reviewer: Denise Gangnes Rating: 5 The Review Recession? What recession? Clearly, theres no evidence of an economic downturn within the upscale […]
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City Winery – New York Review Address: 155 Varick Street New York,New York 10013. Phone Number: 212-608-0555 Tasting Hours: Region: New York Reviewer: James Houston Review Date: 7/12/2012 Reviewer: James Houston Rating: 4 The Review The traffic on New York Citys Vandam Street at 5 P.M. is straight out of a Los Angelinos worst nightmare. […]
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Sparkman Tourist District Tasting Room Review Address: 14473 Woodinville Redmond Road Woodinville,Washington 98072. Phone Number: 425-398-1045 Tasting Hours: Thurs-Mon & Sat-Sun 1:00-6:00 Region: Puget Sound AVA, Woodinville, Woodinville Tourist District, Washington Reviewer: Denise Gangnes Review Date: 2/11/2013 Reviewer: Denise Gangnes Rating: 4 The Review A successful Seattle sommelier with his roots in the south, Chris […]
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Robert Sinskey Vineyards Review Address: 6320 Silverado Trail Napa,California 94558. Phone Number: 800-869-2030 Tasting Hours: 10:00-4:30 Region: Napa Valley AVA, Stags Leap District AVA, California Reviewer: Tom Riley Review Date: 4/12/2013 Reviewer: Tom Riley Rating: 5 The Review When my wife, two daughters, and I moved from Connecticut to California in 1996, everybody we met […]
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Dominio IV Review Address: 888 NE 8th St McMinnville,Oregon 97128. Phone Number: 503-474-8636 Tasting Hours: Friday and Saturday 12:00-5:00 and by appt. Region: Willamette Valley AVA, McMinnville, Oregon Reviewer: Rob Boss Review Date: 11/10/2012 Reviewer: Rob Boss Rating: 5 The Review Just off downtown in McMinnville, Oregon are a few blocks that have taken on […]
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Madrone Vineyards Estate Review Address: 777 Madrone Rd. Glen Ellen,California 95442. Phone Number: 707-939-4510 Tasting Hours: 10:00-5:00 Region: Sonoma County, Sonoma Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Anthony Marocco Review Date: 5/2/2014 Reviewer: Anthony Marocco Rating: 4 The Review A local wine shop in our neighborhood in Northern Virginia by the name of Swirl & Sip often […]
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De Ponte Cellars Review Address: 17545 Archery Summit Rd. Dayton,Oregon 97114. Phone Number: 503-864-3698 Tasting Hours: 11:00-5:00 Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Dundee Hills AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Rob Boss Review Date: 5/18/2012 Reviewer: Rob Boss Rating: 5 The Review Perched inconspicuously on a hill in the Dundee Hillshidden among the opulent operations of Archery Summit, Domaine […]
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Penner-Ash Wine Cellars Review Address: 15771 Ribbon Ridge Rd. Newberg,Oregon 97132. Phone Number: 503-554-5545 Tasting Hours: Fri-Sun 11:00-5:00 Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Yamhill-Carlton AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Rob Boss Review Date: 5/3/2014 Reviewer: Rob Boss Rating: 5 The Review (Photos by Jai Soots) Driving up to Penner-Ash Cellars is quite simply breathtaking. Without a doubt, the […]
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Wyandotte Wine Cellars Review Address: 4640 Wyandotte Dr. Columbus,Ohio 43230. Phone Number: 614-476-3624 Tasting Hours: Tues-Sat 1:00-7:00 and by appt. Region: Ohio Reviewer: Shona Carr Review Date: 3/2/2012 Reviewer: Shona Carr Rating: 4 The Review As I was driving to Wyandotte Winery, I entered a neighborhood subdivision and wondered if I was in the wrong […]
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Angelita Vineyard & Winery Review Address: 254 Shady Creek Lane Corsicana,Texas 75109. Phone Number: 903-875-0036 Tasting Hours: Thurs-Sat 12:00-sunset, Sun 12:00-6:00 Region: Texas Reviewer: Becky Parr Review Date: 2/7/2015 Reviewer: Becky Parr Rating: 3 The Review It takes some wineries years before they receive recognition at a major international wine competition. Others, such as Texas’ […]
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Cork This! Winery Review Address: 21123 Eva Street, Suite 100 Montgomery,Texas 77356. Phone Number: 936-597-4030 Tasting Hours: Wed-Thurs 11:00-6:00, Fri-Sat 11:00-7:00, Sun 1:00-5:00 and by appt. Region: Texas Reviewer: Becky Parr Review Date: 2/7/2015 Reviewer: Becky Parr Rating: 4 The Review Ok, ladies. Get your wine glasses ready. This is your kind of place! That’s […]
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Island Winery (SC) Review Address: 12 A Cardinal Rd. Hilton Head,South Carolina 29926. Phone Number: 843-842-3141 Tasting Hours: Mon-Sat 12:30- 5:30 Region: South Carolina Reviewer: Natasha Stiles Review Date: 7/3/2013 Reviewer: Natasha Stiles Rating: 4 The Review Island Winery is located near the Hilton Head Airport in South Carolina. The road to the winery contains […]
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Sans Soucy Vineyards Review Address: 1571 Mt Calvary Rd. Brookneal,Virginia 24528. Phone Number: 434-376-9463 Tasting Hours: Mon-Sat 11:00-5:00 and by appt. (Winter: by appt. Mon-Sat) Region: Virginia Reviewer: Brian Yost Review Date: 10/4/2014 Reviewer: Brian Yost Rating: 4 The Review The area around Sans Soucy, in the southeastern corner of Campbell County, is an extremely […]
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D’Argenzio Enoteca Tasting Room Review Address: 1204 W. Burbank Blvd. Burbank,California 91506. Phone Number: 818-846-8466 Tasting Hours: Wed-Sat 4:30-9:00 Region: California Reviewer: Becky Parr Review Date: 11/7/2014 Reviewer: Becky Parr Rating: 4 The Review Los Angeles is known much more for its traffic than for its boutique wineries. In Burbank, we found both in the […]
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Isenhower Cellars – Woodinville Review Address: 15007 Woodinville Redmond Rd Woodinville,Washington 98072. Phone Number: 425-488-2299 Tasting Hours: Fri-Sun 12:00-5:00 Region: Puget Sound AVA, Woodinville, Washington Reviewer: Denise Gangnes Review Date: 3/6/2012 Reviewer: Denise Gangnes Rating: 4 The Review You dont need a degree in Oenology to start your own winery just ask Denise and […]
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WillaKenzie Estate Review Address: 19143 NE Laughlin Rd. Yamhill,Oregon 97148. Phone Number: 503-662-3280 Tasting Hours: May-Oct 11:00-5:00; Nov-Apr: 11:00-4:00 Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Yamhill-Carlton AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Rob Boss Review Date: 9/10/2016 Reviewer: Rob Boss Rating: 5 The Review (Photos by Jai Soots) In the heart of the Yamhill-Carlton district, Willakenzie Estate sits in the […]
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Kimmel Orchard & Vineyard Review Address: 5995 G Rd. Nebraska City,Nebraska 68410. Phone Number: 402-873-5293 Tasting Hours: Mon-Sat 9:00-5:00, Sun 11:00-5:00 Region: Nebraska Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Review Date: 6/14/2016 Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Rating: 4 The Review Not far down the road from The Arbor Day Lodge in Nebraska City sits the Historic Kimmel […]
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Wines of Colorado Review Address: 8045 W. US Hwy 24 Cascade,Colorado 80809. Phone Number: 719-684-0900 Tasting Hours: May-Sep 10:30-8:30, Oct-Apr 10:30-8:00 Region: Colorado Reviewer: Becky Parr Review Date: 1/22/2013 Reviewer: Becky Parr Rating: 5 The Review Visiting The Wines of Colorado is an incredibly unique experience. Even after being prepped by a local, I was […]
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Su Vino Winery (TX) Review Address: 120 S. Main St. Grapevine,Texas 76501. Phone Number: 817-424-0123 Tasting Hours: Region: Texas Reviewer: Adria Schmedthorst Review Date: 4/14/2012 Reviewer: Adria Schmedthorst Rating: 4 The Review Su Vino Winery provides a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere in Grapevine where the gracious staff guides you through their selections and shows you how […]
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Peconic Bay Winery Review Address: 31320 Main Rd. Cutchogue,New York 11935. Phone Number: 631-734-7361 Tasting Hours: Region: Long Island AVA, North Fork of Long Island AVA, New York Reviewer: Joanne Dunne Review Date: 5/1/2012 Reviewer: Joanne Dunne Rating: 3 The Review The Place:  A setting of 57 acres is the perfect place for a winery, dont […]
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Chateau Ste. Michelle Review Address: 14111 NE 145th St. Woodinville,Washington 98072. Phone Number: 425-488-1133 Tasting Hours: 10:00-5:00 Region: Puget Sound AVA, Woodinville, Woodinville Tourist District, Washington Reviewer: Denise Gangnes Review Date: 3/4/2012 Reviewer: Denise Gangnes Rating: 5 The Review Undeniably, Chateau Ste. Michelle is the granddaddy of Washington wines. Their gorgeous 80+ acre estate opened […]
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Boeger Winery Review Address: 1709 Carson Rd. Placerville,California 95667. Phone Number: 530-622-8094 Tasting Hours: 10:00-5:00 Region: Sierra Foothills AVA, El Dorado County, El Dorado AVA, California Reviewer: Yvonne Kochanowski Review Date: 3/23/2012 Reviewer: Yvonne Kochanowski Rating: 4 The Review Sited on historic wine grape growing land in an agricultural region of El Dorado County, Boeger […]
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Shenandoah Vineyards (VA) Review Address: 3659 S. Ox Rd. Edinburg,Virginia 22824. Phone Number: 540-984-8699 Tasting Hours: Summer: 10:00-6:00, Winter 10:00-5:00 Region: Shenandoah Valley AVA, Virginia Reviewer: Richard Rynders Review Date: 8/16/2015 Reviewer: Richard Rynders Rating: 4 The Review Conveniently located not far off of Interstate Highway 81 in the Shenandoah Valley is appropriately named Shenandoah […]
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Des Voigne Cellars and B Side Brewing Review Address: 14125 NE 189th St. Suite B Woodinville,Washington 98072. Phone Number: 425-415-8466 Tasting Hours: Thurs-Sat 12:00-7:00, Sun 12:00-5:00 Region: Puget Sound AVA, Woodinville, Woodinville Warehouse District, Washington Reviewer: Denise Gangnes Review Date: 1/6/2013 Reviewer: Denise Gangnes Rating: 4 The Review Have you ever left for a day […]
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Eyrie Vineyards Review Address: 935 NE 10th Ave McMinnville,Oregon 97128. Phone Number: 888-440-4970 Tasting Hours: 12:00-5:00 Region: Willamette Valley AVA, McMinnville, Oregon Reviewer: Rob Boss Review Date: 11/1/2012 Reviewer: Rob Boss Rating: 5 The Review Walking into Eyrie Vineyards tasting room is something like walking into a Pinot Noir shrine. This is where it all […]
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Camelot Cellars Review Address: 958 N. High Street Columbus,Ohio 43201. Phone Number: 614-441-8860 Tasting Hours: Tues-Thurs 3:00-10:00, Fri 2:00-11:00, Sat 12:00-11:00 Region: Ohio Reviewer: Shona Carr Review Date: 3/2/2012 Reviewer: Shona Carr Rating: 2 The Review It was late in the afternoon on a Friday, and I considered myself lucky to find a parking spot […]
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Cedar Hills Vineyard Review Address: 48970 375th Rd Ravenna,Nebraska 68869. Phone Number: 308-452-3181 Tasting Hours: Fri-Sat 1:00-9:00, Sun 1:00-6:00 and by appt. Region: Nebraska Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Review Date: 12/28/2014 Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Rating: 4 The Review Clay and Heidi Schultz had been wanting to open their own winery for a while when […]
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Duck Pond Cellars Review Address: 23145 Hwy 99W Dundee,Oregon 97115. Phone Number: 503-538-3199 Tasting Hours: May-Sep 10:00-5:00, Oct-Apr 11:00-5:00 Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Rob Boss Review Date: 6/11/2014 Reviewer: Rob Boss Rating: 4 The Review (Photos by Jai Soots) Walking into Duck Pond Cellars is something of an explosion of cute. Past the […]
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Arche Review Address: 228 Wagner Road Saint Jo,Texas 76265. Phone Number: 214-536-6330 Tasting Hours: Thurs-Fri 12:00-6:30, Sat 11:00-6:30, Sun 12:00-5:00 Region: Texas Reviewer: Becky Parr Review Date: 8/12/2013 Reviewer: Becky Parr Rating: 3 The Review When my fiancé was a kid, his grandfather lived in St. Jo, Texas. My fathers family is from the same […]
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Georgetown Winery Review Address: 715 South Main St Georgetown,Texas 78626. Phone Number: 512-869-8600 Tasting Hours: Mon-Thurs 11:00-6:00, Fri-Sat 11:00-8:00, Sun 12:30-5:30 Region: Texas Reviewer: Becky Parr Review Date: 2/25/2014 Reviewer: Becky Parr Rating: 3 The Review Sometimes a winerys biggest asset is its location. Georgetown Winery has prime real estate on the east side of […]
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Robert Hall Winery Review Address: 3443 Mill Rd. Paso Robles,California 93446. Phone Number: 805-239-1616 Tasting Hours: Winter 10:00-5:00, Summer 10:00-6:00 Region: Paso Robles AVA, Paso Robles Geneseo District AVA, California Reviewer: Julie Dorris Review Date: 7/4/2012 Reviewer: Julie Dorris Rating: 5 The Review Paso Robles. The name conjures images of rolling hills with rows of […]
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Tunnel Hill Review Address: 37 Highway 97A Chelan,Washington 98816. Phone Number: 509-682-3243 Tasting Hours: See website for wine tasting details. Region: Lake Chelan, Washington Reviewer: Denise Gangnes Review Date: 5/23/2013 Reviewer: Denise Gangnes Rating: 5 The Review After a long drive from Seattle, Tunnel Hill is a welcome sight for visitors entering the Chelan city […]
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Brushy Creek Vineyards Review Address: 572 County Road 2798 Alvord,Texas 76225. Phone Number: 940-427-4747 Tasting Hours: 10:00-6:00 Region: Texas Reviewer: Becky Parr Review Date: 11/1/2014 Reviewer: Becky Parr Rating: 4 The Review With tons of family and family history in Wichita Falls, Henrietta, and St. Jo, Texas on both sides we drive Highway […]
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Armstrong Orchard & Winery Review Address: W853 County Road B Campbellsport,Wisconsin 53010. Phone Number: 920-477-3007 Tasting Hours: Jun 4-Nov: Thurs-Sun 10:00-6:00 Region: Wisconsin Ledge AVA, Wisconsin Reviewer: Larschelby Kidd Review Date: 6/29/2014 Reviewer: Larschelby Kidd Rating: 5 The Review I’ve visited many apple orchards during my residence in Wisconsin, but only a few are wineries, […]
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Parallel 44 Vineyard & Winery Review Address: N2185 Sleepy Hollow Rd. Kewaunee,Wisconsin 54216. Phone Number: 800-362-1562 Tasting Hours: Jan 1-Mar 31: Fri-Sat 10:00-5:00, Sun 12:00-4:00; May 1-Dec 31: Mon-Sat 10:00-5:00, Sun 12:00-5:00 and by appt. Region: Wisconsin Ledge AVA, Wisconsin Reviewer: Larschelby Kidd Review Date: 6/28/2014 Reviewer: Larschelby Kidd Rating: 4 The Review Typically, when […]
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Adelsheim Vineyard Review Address: 16800 NE Calkins Lane Newberg,Oregon 97132. Phone Number: 503-538-3652 Tasting Hours: 11:00-4:00 Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Chehalem Mountains AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Rob Boss Review Date: 5/15/2012 Reviewer: Rob Boss Rating: 4 The Review One of the oldest wineries in the Willamette Valley and certainly one of the most respected, Adelsheim Vineyard […]
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Ridgewood Winery Review Address: 2039 Philadelphia Ave Birdsboro,Pennsylvania 19508. Phone Number: 484-509-0100 Tasting Hours: Thurs-Fri 4:30-8:00, Sat 12:00-8:00, Sun 12:00-6:00 Region: Lehigh Valley AVA, Pennsylvania Reviewer: Kat Collins Review Date: 5/6/2016 Reviewer: Kat Collins Rating: 3 The Review When the Lewis family, and later the Dick family, built Ridgewood Farm, in 1725 and 1811, Im […]
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Seven Hills Winery Review Address: 212 North Third Avenue Walla Walla,Washington 99362. Phone Number: 509-529-7198 Tasting Hours: Mon-Sat 10:00-5:00, Sun 10:00-2:00 Region: Columbia Valley AVA, Walla Walla Valley AVA, Washington Reviewer: Denise Gangnes Review Date: 3/15/2013 Reviewer: Denise Gangnes Rating: 5 The Review How savvy is the winemaker who is opens a tasting room in […]
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Southeast Wine Collective Review Address: 2425 SE 35th Place Portland,Oregon 97215. Phone Number: 503-208-2061 Tasting Hours: Mon, Wed-Fri 4:00-10:00, Sat 1:00-10:00, Sun 1:00-8:00 or by appt. Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Rob Boss Review Date: 8/5/2015 Reviewer: Rob Boss Rating: 5 The Review (Photos by Jai Soots) The entrance to the Southeast Wine Collective […]
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Makovicka Winery Review Address: 2091 31 Rd Brainard,Nebraska 68626. Phone Number: 402-545-2173 Tasting Hours: Fri-Sat 1:00-9:00, Sun 1:00-5:00 and by appt. Region: Nebraska Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Review Date: 5/29/2016 Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Rating: 4 The Review Makovicka is a name that I, like so many Nebraskans, grew up with in the 1990s, though […]
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Wente Vineyard Tasting Room Review Address: 5050 Arroyo Rd. Livermore,California 94550. Phone Number: 925-456-2405 Tasting Hours: 11:00-6:30 Region: Livermore Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Sherrie Perkovich Review Date: 7/30/2015 Reviewer: Sherrie Perkovich Rating: 4 The Review The rich history of wine making in Livermore can be dated back as far as the 1760s when Spanish missionaries […]
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Montinore Estate Review Address: 3663 SW Dilley Rd. Forest Grove,Oregon 97116. Phone Number: 503-359-5012 Tasting Hours: 11:00-5:00 Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Rob Boss Review Date: 9/14/2013 Reviewer: Rob Boss Rating: 4 The Review (Photos by Jai Soots) Modern elegance is a term that not only applies to Montinore Estates gorgeous winery, but also […]
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Van Duzer Vineyards Review Address: 11975 Smithfield Rd. Dallas,Oregon 97338. Phone Number: 503-623-6420 Tasting Hours: 11:00-5:00 all year, seven days a week, or by appointment Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Rob Boss Review Date: 6/26/2012 Reviewer: Rob Boss Rating: 5 The Review The Van Duzer Corridor is a break in the mountains of Oregons […]
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Dove Valley Vineyard & Winery Review Address: 645 Harrington Road Rising Sun,Maryland 21911. Phone Number: 410-658-8388 Tasting Hours: Thurs-Mon 11:00-7:00 Region: Lancaster Valley AVA, Maryland Reviewer: James Houston Review Date: 7/13/2012 Reviewer: James Houston Rating: 3 The Review If you commute on I-95 in Maryland, I bet the words Dove Valley Winery are rattling around […]
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Dr. Konstantin Frank Vinifera Wine Cellars Review Address: 9749 Middle Rd. Hammondsport,New York 14840. Phone Number: 607-868-4884 Tasting Hours: Mon-Sat 9:00-5:00, Sun 12:00-5:00 Region: Finger Lakes AVA, New York Reviewer: Caroline Helper Review Date: 6/22/2012 Reviewer: Caroline Helper Rating: 4 The Review Dr. Konstantin Frank was a Ukranian immigrant who is credited with successfully introducing […]
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South Creek Vineyards & Winery Review Address: 2240 South Creek Rd Nebo,North Carolina 28761. Phone Number: 828-652-5729 Tasting Hours: Feb 17-Jan 2: Wed-Sat 11:00-5:00, Sun 1:00-5:00 and by appt. Region: North Carolina Reviewer: Natasha Stiles Review Date: 7/16/2013 Reviewer: Natasha Stiles Rating: 5 The Review South Creek Winery is in a rural area of western […]
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Kramer Vineyards – Carlton Review Address: 258 N. Kutch St. Carlton,Oregon 97111. Phone Number: 503-852-3045 Tasting Hours: May-Oct: Thurs-Sun 11:00-5:00; Nov-Apr: Fri-Sun 11:00-5:00 Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Yamhill-Carlton Region, Oregon Reviewer: Rob Boss Review Date: 11/29/2015 Reviewer: Rob Boss Rating: 4 The Review (Photos by Jai Soots) Kramer Vineyards tiny tasting room lies just off […]
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The Winery at Kindred Pointe Review Address: 3575 Conicville Road Mount Jackson,Virginia 22842. Phone Number: 540-477-3570 Tasting Hours: Fri-Sat 12:00-7:00, Sun 12:00-6:00 and by appt. Region: Shenandoah Valley AVA, Virginia Reviewer: Richard Rynders Review Date: 8/15/2015 Reviewer: Richard Rynders Rating: 4 The Review Nestled in the heart of the Shenandoah Valley is a fairly-new (opened […]
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Isenhower Cellars Review Address: 3471 Pranger Rd. Walla Walla,Washington 99362. Phone Number: 509-526-7896 Tasting Hours: Thurs-Fri, Sun 12:00-4:00, Sat 11:00-5:00 and by appt. Region: Columbia Valley AVA, Walla Walla Valley AVA, Washington Reviewer: Denise Gangnes Review Date: 3/10/2012 Reviewer: Denise Gangnes Rating: 4 The Review You dont need a degree in Oenology to start your […]
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Ladoga Ridge Winery Review Address: 100 E Pope Lane Smithville,Missouri 64089. Phone Number: 816-866-4077 Tasting Hours: See website for wine tasting details. Region: Missouri Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Review Date: 4/9/2016 Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Rating: 4 The Review There are seven towns in the world named “Ladoga,” two in Russia and five in the […]
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Mermaid Winery Review Address: 330 W. 22nd Street, #106 Norfolk,Virginia 23517. Phone Number: 757-233-4155 Tasting Hours: Sun-Thurs 11:00-11:00, Fri-Sat 11:00am-12:00am Region: Virginia Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Review Date: 5/5/2016 Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Rating: 4 The Review It was a gloomy afternoon in Chesapeake, Virginia. Having checked into our hotel and run a few necessary […]
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Wente Vineyards Review Address: 5565 Tesla Rd. Livermore,California 94550. Phone Number: 925-456-2305 Tasting Hours: 11:00-5:00 Region: Livermore Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Sherrie Perkovich Review Date: 7/30/2015 Reviewer: Sherrie Perkovich Rating: 4 The Review The rich history of wine making in Livermore can be dated back as far as the 1760s when Spanish missionaries first planted […]
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Miraflores Winery Review Address: 2120 Four Springs Trail Placerville,California 95667. Phone Number: 530-647-8505 Tasting Hours: 10:00-5:00 and by appt. Region: Sierra Foothills AVA, El Dorado County, El Dorado AVA, California Reviewer: Yvonne Kochanowski Review Date: 4/3/2012 Reviewer: Yvonne Kochanowski Rating: 5 The Review Driving along the private road leading to the vines and wine at […]
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Mount Aukum Winery Review Address: 6781 Tower Rd. Somerset,California 95656. Phone Number: 800-591-9463 Tasting Hours: 11:00-5:00 Region: Sierra Foothills AVA, El Dorado County, Fair Play AVA, El Dorado AVA, California Reviewer: Yvonne Kochanowski Review Date: 3/31/2012 Reviewer: Yvonne Kochanowski Rating: 5 The Review Venture up the hairpin turns of the narrow driveway perched on the […]
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Three Brothers Vineyard Review Address: 812 Lincoln St. Farnam,Nebraska 69029. Phone Number: 308-569-2501 Tasting Hours: See website for wine tasting details. Region: Nebraska Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Review Date: 6/2/2014 Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Rating: 4 The Review We had a sinking feeling as we pulled into the parking lot of 3 Brothers Vineyard and […]
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Farina’s Winery Review Address: 420 S. Main Street Grapevine,Texas 76051. Phone Number: 817-442-9095 Tasting Hours: Mon-Tues 11:00-9:00, Wed-Thurs 11:00-10:00, Fri-Sat 11:00-11:00, Sun 11:00-6:00 Region: Texas Reviewer: Adria Schmedthorst Review Date: 4/14/2012 Reviewer: Adria Schmedthorst Rating: 3 The Review Along Main Street, Farinas combines new wines with old-world Italian food. The Place:  In an old brick building […]
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General’s Ridge Vineyard Review Address: 1618 Weldons Drive Hague,Virginia 22469. Phone Number: 804-472-3172 Tasting Hours: Thurs 12:00-5:00, Fri-Sat 12:00-6:00, Sun 12:00-5:00, major holiday Mondays 12:00-5:00 and by appt. Region: Northern Neck George Washington Birthplace AVA, Virginia Reviewer: Richard Rynders Review Date: 8/21/2015 Reviewer: Richard Rynders Rating: 4 The Review The first thing to remember about […]
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Red Newt Cellars & Bistro Review Address: 3675 Tichenor Rd. Hector,New York 14841. Phone Number: 607-546-4100 Tasting Hours: Mon-Sat 10:00-5:00, Sun 11:00-5:00 Region: Finger Lakes AVA, Seneca Lake AVA, New York Reviewer: Caroline Helper Review Date: 2/24/2012 Reviewer: Caroline Helper Rating: 3 The Review Red Newt Cellars is the winery attached to one of the […]
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Vines to Cellar Review Address: 114 East Main Street Port Washington,Wisconsin 53005. Phone Number: 262-536-4544 Tasting Hours: See Website Region: Wisconsin Ledge AVA, Wisconsin Reviewer: Larschelby Kidd Review Date: 11/12/2014 Reviewer: Larschelby Kidd Rating: 4 The Review I first met Jim and CJ Wirsching-Neuser when I was in the retail wine business and they were […]
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Weinhof Winery Review Address: 16678 Farm-to-Market 455 Forestburg,Texas 76329. Phone Number: 940-964-2552 Tasting Hours: Region: Texas Reviewer: Becky Parr Review Date: 11/1/2014 Reviewer: Becky Parr Rating: 2 The Review Weinhof Winery didn’t have its best foot forward on the day we visited them. We arrived at about 4:00 on a Saturday afternoon, which would seem […]
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Anam Cara Cellars Review Address: 306 N Main Street Newberg,Oregon 97132. Phone Number: 503-537-9150 Tasting Hours: 11:00-5:00 Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Rob Boss Review Date: 1/30/2015 Reviewer: Rob Boss Rating: 4 The Review (Photos by Jai Soots) Just off Highway 99 on Main Street in downtown Newburg is Anam Cara‘s unpretentious tasting room, […]
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Umbra Winery Review Address: 415 South Main Street Grapevine,Texas 76051. Phone Number: 817-421-2999 Tasting Hours: Sun-Thurs 11:00-9:00, Fri-Sat 11:00-11:00 Region: Texas Reviewer: Becky Parr Review Date: 3/19/2014 Reviewer: Becky Parr Rating: 5 The Review *This review was produced prior to the winery changing its name from Crossroads to Umbra and moving to Grapevine. If Crossroads […]
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Loving Cup Vineyard & Winery Review Address: 3340 Sutherland Road North Garden,Virginia 22959. Phone Number: 434-984-0774 Tasting Hours: Apr-Oct: Fri-Sun 11:00-5:00 Region: Monticello AVA, Virginia Reviewer: Brian Yost Review Date: 8/16/2014 Reviewer: Brian Yost Rating: 4 The Review Virginia does not offer ideal climate for organic viticulture. It’s the entire east coast really. There is […]
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Loess Hills Vineyard and Winery Review Address: 1120 Old Lincoln Highway Crescent,Iowa 51526. Phone Number: 712-545-3054 Tasting Hours: Wed-Sat 12:00-7:00, Sun 12:00-6:00 Region: Loess Hills District AVA, Iowa Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Review Date: 10/25/2015 Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Rating: 4 The Review The flood of 2011 is one that most residents on both sides […]
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Rising Star Vineyards – Salado Review Address: 110 North Main Street Salado,Texas 76571. Phone Number: 254-947-5247 Tasting Hours: Mon-Thurs 11:00-5:00, Fri-Sat 11:00-6:00, Sun 11:00-5:00 Region: Texas Reviewer: Becky Parr Review Date: 3/13/2014 Reviewer: Becky Parr Rating: 3 The Review Salado, Texas is one of those little towns that seems to have a lot to discover. […]
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Woodward Canyon Winery Review Address: 11920 W. Highway 12 Lowden,Washington 99360. Phone Number: 509-525-4129 Tasting Hours: 10:00-5:00 and by appt. Region: Columbia Valley AVA, Walla Walla Valley AVA, Washington Reviewer: Denise Gangnes Review Date: 4/4/2012 Reviewer: Denise Gangnes Rating: 4 The Review Even a reputation as one of Washington States oldest and most respected wineries […]
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Artisanal Wine Cellars Tasting Room Review Address: 614 E 1st Street Newberg,Oregon 97132. Phone Number: 503-538-1146 Tasting Hours: See website for details. Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Rob Boss Review Date: 9/14/2013 Reviewer: Rob Boss Rating: 4 The Review (Photos by Jai Soots) Downtown Newburg, Oregon is becoming a wine and food lover’s dream, […]
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WunderRosa Winery Review Address: 2361 Wittstruck Road Roca,Nebraska 68430. Phone Number: 402-328-3494 Tasting Hours: Thurs-Fri 5:00-9:00, Sat 12:00-9:00, Sun 1:00-8:00 Region: Nebraska Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Review Date: 5/29/2014 Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Rating: 4 The Review Everyone from Billy Joe Armstrong to Adam Duritz has done a rendition of “Big Yellow Taxi,” and yet […]
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Toogood Estate Winery Review Address: 7280 Fairplay Rd. Somerset,California 95684. Phone Number: 530-620-1910 Tasting Hours: 11:00-6:00 Region: Sierra Foothills AVA, El Dorado County, Fair Play AVA, El Dorado AVA, California Reviewer: Yvonne Kochanowski Review Date: 3/30/2012 Reviewer: Yvonne Kochanowski Rating: 5 The Review Hidden from view off a narrow two-lane road in the heart of […]
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Kestrel Vintners – Leavenworth Review Address: 843 B Front St. Leavenworth,Washington 98826. Phone Number: 509-548-7348 Tasting Hours: Sun-Thurs 11:00-5:00, Fri-Sat 11:00-8:00 Region: Leavenworth, Washington Reviewer: Denise Gangnes Review Date: 1/4/2013 Reviewer: Denise Gangnes Rating: 4 The Review Walk into a Starbucks or a Costco; whether youre in Waikiki or Woodinville, London or Leavenworth, and the […]
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Sobon Estate Review Address: 14430 Shenandoah Rd Plymouth,California 95669. Phone Number: 209-245-6554 Tasting Hours: 9:30-5:00 Region: Sierra Foothills AVA, Amador County, California Shenandoah Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Yvonne Kochanowski Review Date: 5/4/2012 Reviewer: Yvonne Kochanowski Rating: 5 The Review Over 150 years ago, vines from what is now Sobon Estate were already feeding Californias growing […]
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The Vineyard at Grandview Review Address: 1489 Grandview Road Mount Joy,Pennsylvania 17552. Phone Number: 717-653-4825 Tasting Hours: Fri 1:00-9:00, Sat 11:00-5:00, Sun 12:00-4:00 and by appt. Region: Lancaster Valley AVA, Pennsylvania Reviewer: Kat Collins Review Date: 8/26/2016 Reviewer: Kat Collins Rating: 5 The Review After taking a scenic drive through the peace and serenity of […]
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Cassel Vineyards Review Address: 53 Shetland Drive Hummelstown,Pennsylvania 17036. Phone Number: 717-533-2008 Tasting Hours: Mar 15-Dec 20: Fri-Sun 12:00-6:00 Region: Pennsylvania Reviewer: Joanne Dunne Review Date: 11/6/2015 Reviewer: Joanne Dunne Rating: 4 The Review The Place:  When visitng the Hershey area, Cassel Vineyards is a must visit for any wine lover. While the Pennsylvania winery has […]
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Peace Valley Winery Review Address: 300 Old Limekiln Rd. Chalfont,Pennsylvania 18914. Phone Number: 215-249-9058 Tasting Hours: Wed-Fri, Sun 12:00-6:00, Sat 10:00-6:00 Region: Pennsylvania Reviewer: Jen Fromal Review Date: 5/19/2012 Reviewer: Jen Fromal Rating: 3 The Review Peace Valley Winerys quaint establishment boasts plenty of charm, but none of the extra frills and amenities of larger […]
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2Hawk Vineyard & Winery Review Address: 2335 North Phoenix Rd. Medford,Oregon 97504. Phone Number: Tasting Hours: See website for wine tasting details. Region: Southern Oregon AVA, Rogue Valley AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Liesa Morrow-Bratcher Review Date: 1/18/2014 Reviewer: Liesa Morrow-Bratcher Rating: 3 The Review Wine tasting rooms in Southern Oregon are as uniquely different as the […]
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Hidden Lakes Winery Review Address: 650 Winchester Pike Canal Winchester,Ohio 43110. Phone Number: 614-834-5294 Tasting Hours: Wed-Sat 12:00-9:00, Sun 1:00-7:00 (Jan-Mar closed) Region: Ohio Reviewer: Shona Carr Review Date: 3/2/2012 Reviewer: Shona Carr Rating: 4 The Review Around lunchtime on Friday, I was running into Hidden lakes Winery, one of Ohio’s urban wineries, to get […]
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LightCatcher Winery Review Address: 6925 Confederate Park Rd. Fort Worth,Texas 76108. Phone Number: 817-237-2626 Tasting Hours: Wed-Thurs 12:00-6:00, Fri-Sat 12:00-8:00, Sun 12:00-5:00 Region: Texas Reviewer: Adria Schmedthorst Review Date: 5/9/2012 Reviewer: Adria Schmedthorst Rating: 4 The Review For winery visitors looking for a true Texas-style experience, Light Catcher Winery & Bistro near Lake Worth is […]
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Longshadow Ranch Vineyard & Winery Review Address: 39847 Calle Contento Temecula,California 92591. Phone Number: 951-587-6221 Tasting Hours: Mon-Fri 12:00-5:00, Sat-Sun 10:00-5:00 Region: South Coast and S. California, Temecula Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Tara Torres Review Date: 7/27/2012 Reviewer: Tara Torres Rating: 4 The Review Steeped in tradition with six generations of wine making, Longshadow Ranch […]
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Maysara Estate Review Address: 15765 SW Muddy Valley Rd. McMinnville,Oregon 97128. Phone Number: 503-843-1234 Tasting Hours: Jun-Oct: Mon-Sat 11:00-5:00, Sun 12:00-5:00; Nov-May: Mon-Sat 11:00-4:00 Region: Willamette Valley AVA, McMinnville AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Rob Boss Review Date: 7/10/2014 Reviewer: Rob Boss Rating: 5 The Review (Photos by Jai Soots) Maysara Winery was founded by Mo and […]
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Sunset Winery Review Address: 1535 South Burleson Boulevard Burleson,Texas 76028. Phone Number: 817-426-1141 Tasting Hours: Thurs-Sun 12:00-7:00 and by appt. (Jan-Feb open until 6:00 and by appt.) Region: Texas Reviewer: Becky Parr Review Date: 1/26/2013 Reviewer: Becky Parr Rating: 5 The Review The Best Little Wine House in Texas thats what Bruce and Birgit […]
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Winery on the Gruene Review Address: 1308 Gruene Road New Braunfels,Texas 78130. Phone Number: 830-608-1976 Tasting Hours: Mon-Sat 11:00-7:00, Sun 12:00-7:00 Region: Texas Hill Country AVA, Texas Reviewer: Becky Parr Review Date: 11/15/2013 Reviewer: Becky Parr Rating: 3 The Review We decided to visit Winery on the Gruene on the way back to Dallas from […]
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Red Caboose Winery Review Address: 1147 County Road 1110 Meridian,Texas 76665. Phone Number: 254-435-9911 Tasting Hours: Fri 12:00-5:00, Sat 10:00-6:00 Region: Texas Reviewer: Becky Parr Review Date: 7/9/2016 Reviewer: Becky Parr Rating: 4 The Review When you enjoy visiting wineries, you meet a lot of other people who enjoy visiting wineries. You get to recognize […]
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Keyways Vineyard & Winery Review Address: 37338 De Portola Rd. Temecula,California 92592. Phone Number: 951-302-7888 Tasting Hours: Mon-Thurs 11:00-5:30, Fri-Sun 10:00-6:00 Region: South Coast and S. California, Temecula Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Tara Torres Review Date: 9/12/2012 Reviewer: Tara Torres Rating: 5 The Review Keyways Winery may be off the beaten path and not as […]
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Carolina Mist Winery Review Address: 118 South West Main Street Lenoir,North Carolina 28645. Phone Number: 828-754-4660 Tasting Hours: Region: North Carolina Reviewer: Natasha Stiles Review Date: 6/2/2013 Reviewer: Natasha Stiles Rating: 4 The Review Carolina Mist Winery is located in the heart of downtown Lenoir, NC. If youre looking for a winery with things to […]
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Mountfair Vineyards Review Address: 4875 Fox Mountain Road Crozet,Virginia 22932. Phone Number: 434-823-7605 Tasting Hours: Mar-Nov: Fri-Sun 12:00-6:00 and by appt. Region: Monticello AVA, Virginia Reviewer: Anthony Marocco Review Date: 8/17/2014 Reviewer: Anthony Marocco Rating: 4 The Review The first time I visited Mountfair Vineyards, I was relatively new to the wine scene. Needless to […]
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School House Winery Review Address: 455 Schneiders Crossing Rd NW Dover,Ohio 44622. Phone Number: 330-602-9463 Tasting Hours: Tues-Thurs 5:00-9:00, Fri-Sat 12:00-10:00 Region: Ohio Reviewer: Shona Carr Review Date: 3/3/2012 Reviewer: Shona Carr Rating: 4 The Review I almost didnt make it to the School House Winery, as my GPS wanted me to stop at a […]
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Solena and Grand Cru Estates Tasting Room Review Address: 17096 NE Woodland Loop Rd Yamhill,Oregon 97148. Phone Number: 503-662-3700 Tasting Hours: 11:00-5:00 Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Yamhill-Carlton AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Rob Boss Review Date: 2/23/2017 Reviewer: Rob Boss Rating: 5 The Review (Photos by Jai Soots) Just entering Soléna Estates sumptuous tasting room is to […]
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Witness Tree Vineyard Review Address: 7111 Spring Valley Rd. NW Salem,Oregon 97304. Phone Number: 503-585-7874 Tasting Hours: See Website for hours. Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Eola-Amity Hills AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Rob Boss Review Date: 1/4/2014 Reviewer: Rob Boss Rating: 4 The Review (Photos by Jai Soots) Witness Tree Vineyards is named after an approximately 250 […]
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17 Ranch Winery Review Address: 304 Main St. Lewellen,Nebraska 69147. Phone Number: 308-778-5542 Tasting Hours: Wed-Sat 1:00-6:00 and by appt. Region: Nebraska Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Review Date: 5/27/2014 Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Rating: 4 The Review Ellen Burdick is a no-fuss, no-muss sort of lady. Straight forward, yet kind and gentle in her mannerisms, […]
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Calafia Cellars Review Address: 629 Fulton Lane St. Helena,California 94574. Phone Number: 707-963-0114 Tasting Hours: By appt. Region: Napa Valley AVA, St. Helena AVA, California Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Review Date: 1/14/2017 Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Rating: 5 The Review Randle Johnson is a slender man, appearing to be perhaps in his late 50s, with […]
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Schramsberg Vineyards Review Address: 1400 Schramsberg Rd. Calistoga,California 94515. Phone Number: 707-942-4558 Tasting Hours: By appt. Region: Napa Valley AVA, Diamond Mountain District AVA, California Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Review Date: 3/8/2016 Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Rating: 5 The Review The northern Napa Valley was still a thickly forested, rugged terrain, and a difficult place […]
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Troon – Carlton Review Address: 250 N. Kutch Street Carlton,Oregon 97111. Phone Number: 503-852-3084 Tasting Hours: Thurs-Sun 11:00-5:00 (Jan: Sat-Sun 11:00-5:00) Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Yamhill-Carlton Region, Oregon Reviewer: Rob Boss Review Date: 9/21/2013 Reviewer: Rob Boss Rating: 4 The Review (Photos by Jai Soots) One of the great pleasures of exploring wine country, and […]
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Brian Carter Cellars Review Address: 14419 Woodinville-Redmond Rd Woodinville,Washington 98072. Phone Number: 425-806-9463 Tasting Hours: 12:00-5:00 Region: Puget Sound AVA, Woodinville, Woodinville Tourist District, Washington Reviewer: Denise Gangnes Review Date: 3/1/2012 Reviewer: Denise Gangnes Rating: 4 The Review Brians Carters reputation as an award-winning winemaker is the heart and soul of this quaint tasting facility […]
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Jewell Towne Vineyards Review Address: 183 Whitehall Rd. South Hampton,New Hampshire 03827. Phone Number: 603-394-0600 Tasting Hours: Wed-Fri 11:00-4:00, Sat-Sun 12:00-5:00 Region: New Hampshire Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Review Date: 6/18/2014 Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Rating: 4 The Review To be the oldest winery in one of the original thirteen colonies is an impressive thing […]
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Raintree Cellars Winery Review Address: 521 E US Hwy 70 E Hildebran,North Carolina 28637. Phone Number: 828-397-5643 Tasting Hours: Region: North Carolina Reviewer: Natasha Stiles Review Date: 6/3/2013 Reviewer: Natasha Stiles Rating: 3 The Review Location: Raintree Cellars location, next to a pawn shop in a rundown looking strip mall, might seem like an odd location […]
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Willowcroft Farm Vineyards Review Address: 38906 Mt. Gilead Rd. Leesburg,Virginia 20175. Phone Number: 703-777-8161 Tasting Hours: Thurs-Sun 11:00-5:30 Region: Virginia Reviewer: Richard Rynders Review Date: 1/15/2015 Reviewer: Richard Rynders Rating: 4 The Review Even on a post-snowy day in January, the view from the Loudoun Countys Willowcroft Farm Vineyards is spectacular. And as one of […]
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Silver Hills Vineyards & Winery Review Address: 3130 County Road M Tekamah,Nebraska 68061. Phone Number: 402-374-1602 Tasting Hours: Fri-Sat 10:00-6:00, Sun 1:00-5:00 and by appt. Region: Nebraska Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Review Date: 7/6/2014 Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Rating: 4 The Review Forty-five miles north of Omaha, amidst the rolling hills planted primarily with corn […]
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Art of Wine Review Address: 101 N Arizona 89A Sedona,Arizona 86336. Phone Number: 877-903-9463 Tasting Hours: 11:00-8:00 Region: Arizona Reviewer: Becky Parr Review Date: 1/28/2014 Reviewer: Becky Parr Rating: 4 The Review New Years Eve was a gorgeous day in Sedona. Doing the tourist thing as part of our honeymoon, of COURSE we went wine […]
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Jeff Cohn Cellars Review Address: 160 Franklin St Oakland,California 94607. Phone Number: 510-465-5900 Tasting Hours: Apr 1-Sep 30: Thurs-Sun 12:00-6:00; Oct 1 – Mar 31: Thurs-Sun 12:00-5:00 Region: California Reviewer: Martin D. Redmond Review Date: 11/9/2013 Reviewer: Martin D. Redmond Rating: 4 The Review I have the good fortune of living in the East Bay […]
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Starmont Winery and Vineyards Review Address: 1451 Stanly Lane Napa,California 94559. Phone Number: 707-252-8001 Tasting Hours: 10:00-5:00 Region: Napa Valley AVA, Los Carneros AVA, California Reviewer: Laura Cropper Review Date: 10/19/2015 Reviewer: Laura Cropper Rating: 5 The Review Starmont Winery is located just off scenic Route 12, about a mile down Stanly Lane. As the […]
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Salado Winery Company Review Address: 841 N. Main St. Salado,Texas 76571. Phone Number: 254-947-8011 Tasting Hours: Fri-Sat 12:00-7:00, Sun-Thurs 12:00-6:00 and by appt. Region: Texas Reviewer: Becky Parr Review Date: 3/1/2014 Reviewer: Becky Parr Rating: 3 The Review My mom wanted to see Salado. So, one sunny Sunday afternoon on the way back to Dallas […]
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Rowe Ridge Vineyard & Winery Review Address: 11255 Leavenworth Road Kansas City,Kansas 66109. Phone Number: 913-721-9776 Tasting Hours: Thurs-Sun 12:00-5:00 Region: Kansas Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Review Date: 11/8/2015 Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Rating: 4 The Review Prohibition may have been repealed nationally in 1933, but the state of Kansas was a bit slow to […]
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Waldensian Heritage Wines Review Address: 4940 Villar Ln. N.E. Valdese,North Carolina 28690. Phone Number: 828-879-3202 Tasting Hours: Thurs-Sun 1:00-6:00 and by appt. Region: North Carolina Reviewer: Natasha Stiles Review Date: 6/4/2013 Reviewer: Natasha Stiles Rating: 4 The Review Waldensian Heritage Winery is located minutes from downtown Valdese, North Carolina. However, when you depart the town […]
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D’Vine Wine – Grapevine Review Address: 409 S. Main Street Grapevine,Texas 76051. Phone Number: 817-329-1011 Tasting Hours: Mon-Thurs 11:00-7:00, Fri-Sat 11:00-9:30, Sun 12:00-5:00 Region: Texas Reviewer: Adria Schmedthorst Review Date: 4/14/2012 Reviewer: Adria Schmedthorst Rating: 4 The Review A boutique franchise winery in downtown Grapevine, DVine Wine puts a unique spin on the wine experience. […]
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Water 2 Wine – Round Rock Review Address: 2000 S. I-H 35 Suite H1-2 Round Rock,Texas 78681. Phone Number: 512-310-9463 Tasting Hours: Region: Texas Reviewer: Becky Parr Review Date: 2/25/2014 Reviewer: Becky Parr Rating: 4 The Review I went to Austin to see friends in town from Britain (hes from Texas, shes Scottish, they live […]
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Ballentine Vineyards Review Address: 2820 St. Helena Highway North St. Helena,California 94574. Phone Number: 707-963-7919 Tasting Hours: By appt. 10:00-5:00 Region: Napa Valley AVA, St. Helena AVA, California Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Review Date: 7/3/2016 Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Rating: 5 The Review So many of the historic wineries of the Napa Valley exist in […]
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Bluff Dale Vineyards Review Address: 5222 County Road 148 Bluff Dale,Texas 76433. Phone Number: 254-728-3540 Tasting Hours: Mon, Wed-Sat 11:00-6:00, Sun 12:00-6:00 Region: Texas Reviewer: Becky Parr Review Date: 7/10/2016 Reviewer: Becky Parr Rating: 3 The Review It seems the owners and operators at Bluff Dale know their audience. Having been around since 2004, theyve […]
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Francis Ford Coppola Winery Review Address: 300 Via Archimedes Geyserville,California 95441. Phone Number: 707-857-1400 Tasting Hours: 11:00-6:00 Region: Sonoma County, Alexander Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Denise Gangnes Review Date: 3/22/2012 Reviewer: Denise Gangnes Rating: 5 The Review A winery worthy of the Godfather himself, Francis Ford Coppolas newest facility is a massive spectacle just off […]
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Hart Family Winery Review Address: 41300 Avenida Biona Temecula,California 92591. Phone Number: 951-676-6300 Tasting Hours: 9:00-4:30 Region: South Coast and S. California, Temecula Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Tara Torres Review Date: 5/17/2012 Reviewer: Tara Torres Rating: 4 The Review With over three decades of winemaking experience, this family-owned vineyard is nestled at the entrance to […]
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Moon Dancer Vineyards & Winery Review Address: 1282 Klines Run Rd. Wrightsville,Pennsylvania 17368. Phone Number: 717-252-9463 Tasting Hours: Wed & Thurs 12:00 5:00, Fri 12:00-9:00, Sat 11:00-6:00, Sun 11:00-5:00 Region: Pennsylvania Reviewer: Joanne Dunne Review Date: 10/31/2015 Reviewer: Joanne Dunne Rating: 4 The Review “The Long and Winding Road”, one of the Beatles most memorable […]
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Van Roekel Winery Review Address: 34567 Rancho California Rd. Temecula,California 92591. Phone Number: 951-699-6961 Tasting Hours: Region: South Coast and S. California, Temecula Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Tara Torres Review Date: 7/27/2012 Reviewer: Tara Torres Rating: 4 The Review Van Roekel is the sister winery of its more famous sibling, Maurice Carrie Winery, and while […]
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Inwood Estates – Fredericksburg Review Address: 10303 Hwy 290 East Fredericksburg,Texas 78624. Phone Number: 830-997-2304 Tasting Hours: Mon 12:00-6:00, Wed-Sun 11:00-6:00 Region: Texas Hill Country AVA, Texas Reviewer: Becky Parr Review Date: 8/22/2015 Reviewer: Becky Parr Rating: 4 The Review Visiting a winerys second location is always an interesting experience. Being familiar with the wines, […]
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Prairie Creek Vineyards Review Address: 2254 13th Rd Central City,Nebraska 68826. Phone Number: 308-940-1370 Tasting Hours: Fri 4:00-8:00, Sat 1:00-6:00, Sun 1:00-5:00 Region: Nebraska Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Review Date: 7/4/2014 Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Rating: 4 The Review Independence Day has always offered us interesting wine experiences. Our first July 4 together, Sonja spilled […]
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Timbre Winery Review Address: 2705 Aviation Blvd Santa Maria,California 93455. Phone Number: 310-977-5615 Tasting Hours: By appt. Region: Santa Barbara County, California Reviewer: Review Date: 3/2/2013 Reviewer: Rating: 5 The Review I love wine. I love wine tasting. There’s something beautiful in the act of both giving and receiving the gift of a few ounces […]
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Hip Chicks Do Wine Review Address: 4510 SE 23rd Ave. Portland,Oregon 97202. Phone Number: 503-234-3790 Tasting Hours: Mon-Thurs 11:00-3:00, Fri-Sun 11:00-5:00 and by appt. Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Rob Boss Review Date: 8/5/2015 Reviewer: Rob Boss Rating: 3 The Review (Photos by Jai Soots) For over thirty years now, tourists and locals have […]
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Lost Oak Winery Review Address: 2116 FM 731 Burleson,Texas 76028. Phone Number: 817-426-6625 Tasting Hours: Thurs-Sat 12:00-9:00, Sun 12:00-8:00 (see website for holiday hours) Region: Texas Reviewer: Adria Schmedthorst Review Date: 6/23/2012 Reviewer: Adria Schmedthorst Rating: 4 The Review Get away from the city and soak in the country charm at Lost Oak Winery. The […]
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Seven of Hearts Tasting Room Review Address: 217 West Main Street Carlton,Oregon 97111. website Phone Number: Tasting Hours: Fri-Sat 12:00-6:00, Sun 12:00-5:00 Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Yamhill-Carlton Region, Oregon Reviewer: Rob Boss Review Date: 11/29/2015 Reviewer: Rob Boss Rating: 4 The Review (Photos by Jai Soots) Seven of Hearts sits in the middle of Main […]
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Stoller Family Estate Review Address: 16161 NE McDougall Rd. Dayton,Oregon 97114. Phone Number: 503-864-3404 Tasting Hours: 11:00-4:00 Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Dundee Hills AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Rob Boss Review Date: 5/15/2012 Reviewer: Rob Boss Rating: 5 The Review Although the website offers the heads up that Stoller Vineyards is the largest site in Oregons Dundee […]
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Arbor Day Farm Review Address: 2611 Arbor Avenue Nebraska City,Nebraska 68410. Phone Number: 800-546-5433 Tasting Hours: Fri-Sat 5:00-7:00 Region: Nebraska Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Review Date: 12/28/2016 Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Rating: 4 The Review As a boy, one of my favorite stories was that of The Lorax by Theodor Geisel, better known to most […]
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Knapp Vineyards Winery & Restaurant Review Address: 2770 Ernsberger Rd. Romulus,New York 14541. Phone Number: 607-869-9271 Tasting Hours: Apr-Nov: 10:00-5:30; Dec-Mar: Mon-Sat 10:30-5:00, Sun 11:30-5:00 Region: Finger Lakes AVA, Cayuga Lake AVA, New York Reviewer: Julie Grice Review Date: 9/21/2013 Reviewer: Julie Grice Rating: 3 The Review Boasting an extensive, yet solid, tasting menu, Knapp […]
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New Kent Winery Review Address: 8400 Old Church Road New Kent,Virginia 23124. Phone Number: 804-932-8240 Tasting Hours: 10:00-6:00 Region: Virginia Reviewer: Jim Finley Review Date: 7/19/2014 Reviewer: Jim Finley Rating: 4 The Review Justified or not, I’ve always been a little weary of country club-style, gated communities, and when I exited I64 onto Emmaus Church […]
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Pellegrini Vineyards Review Address: 23005 Main Rd. Cutchogue,New York 11935. Phone Number: 631-734-4111 Tasting Hours: 11:00-5:00 Region: Long Island AVA, North Fork of Long Island AVA, New York Reviewer: Joanne Dunne Review Date: 5/1/2012 Reviewer: Joanne Dunne Rating: 4 The Review The Place:  Pellegrini Vineyards is an all-around excellent winery and a very pleasant visit is […]
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Urban Crush Review Address: 2025 SE 7th Ave Portland,Oregon 97214. Phone Number: 503-477-6994 Tasting Hours: Thurs-Sat 12:00-7:00, Sun 12:00-5:00 and by appt. Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Rob Boss Review Date: 8/6/2015 Reviewer: Rob Boss Rating: 4 The Review (Photos by Jai Soots) Urban Crush is a remarkably tiny winery tucked away in Southeast […]
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Basket Case Wines Review Address: 6425 Pacific Avenue Unit B Pacific City,Oregon 97135. Phone Number: Tasting Hours: See website for wine tasting details. Region: Oregon Reviewer: Becky Parr Review Date: 7/22/2014 Reviewer: Becky Parr Rating: 4 The Review Know how to make a Texas girl happy? Take her to Oregon in the middle of the […]
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Erath Winery Review Address: 9409 NE Worden Hill Rd. Dundee,Oregon 97115. Phone Number: 800-539-9463 Tasting Hours: 11:00-5:00 and by appt. Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Dundee Hills AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Rob Boss Review Date: 9/4/2014 Reviewer: Rob Boss Rating: 5 The Review (Photos by Jai Soots) One of the grand daddies of Oregon’s wine industry, Erath […]
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Comtesse Therese Review Address: 739 Main Rd Aquebogue,New York 11901. Phone Number: 631-252-4225 Tasting Hours: Fri-Sun 12:00-5:00 Region: Long Island AVA, North Fork of Long Island AVA, New York Reviewer: Joanne Dunne Review Date: 5/1/2012 Reviewer: Joanne Dunne Rating: 5 The Review The Place:  One of the first wineries one comes across when driving along the […]
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Latah Creek Wine Cellars Review Address: 13030 E. Indiana Ave Spokane,Washington 99216. Phone Number: 800-528-2427 Tasting Hours: 9:00-5:00 Region: Spokane Valley, Washington Reviewer: Denise Gangnes Review Date: 10/20/2012 Reviewer: Denise Gangnes Rating: 4 The Review Fans of the movie, Oh Brother Where Art Thou? will recall the scene where actor Charles Durning refers to a […]
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Matello Review Address: 925 NE 7th Avenue McMinnville,Oregon 97128. Phone Number: 503-939-1308 Tasting Hours: By appt. Region: Willamette Valley AVA, McMinnville, Oregon Reviewer: Rob Boss Review Date: 7/10/2014 Reviewer: Rob Boss Rating: 5 The Review (Photos by Jai Soots) Marcus Goodfellow is a man who rarely uses ten words when fifty will do, and its […]
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McReynolds Wines Review Address: 706 Shovel Mtn. Rd. Round Mountain,Texas 78663. Phone Number: 830-825-3544 Tasting Hours: Fri-Sat 10:00-6:00, Sun 12:00-6:00 and by appt. Region: Texas Hill Country AVA, Texas Reviewer: Becky Parr Review Date: 9/6/2013 Reviewer: Becky Parr Rating: 2 The Review As we drove up to McReynolds tasting room, the gravel crunched under our […]
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Salvestrin Estate Vineyard & Winery Review Address: 397 Main Street St. Helena,California 94574. Phone Number: 707-963-5105 Tasting Hours: By appt. Wed-Mon 10:00-5:00 Region: Napa Valley AVA, St. Helena AVA, California Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Review Date: 1/15/2017 Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Rating: 5 The Review A heavy fog lay draped across an historic block of […]
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Alfalfa Farm Review Address: 267 Rowley Bridge Rd. Topsfield,Massachusetts 01983. Phone Number: 978-774-0014 Tasting Hours: Sat-Sun 1:00-5:00 and by appt. Region: Massachusetts Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Review Date: 6/22/2014 Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Rating: 3 The Review Not far north of Boston, maybe a half hour drive from Logan Airport in light traffic, sit two […]
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Sleight of Hand Cellars Review Address: 1959 JB George Rd Walla Walla,Washington 99362. Phone Number: 509-525-3661 Tasting Hours: Apr-Dec 5: Thurs-Sun 11:00-5:00 and by appt. Region: Columbia Valley AVA, Walla Walla Valley AVA, Washington Reviewer: Denise Gangnes Review Date: 4/10/2012 Reviewer: Denise Gangnes Rating: 4 The Review Do you consider yourself a hip wine drinker […]
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Jan-Marc Wine Cellars Review Address: 1225 N. Killingsworth Street Portland,Oregon 97217. Phone Number: 503-954-3959 Tasting Hours: Wed-Fri 3:00-close, Sat-Sun 12:00-9:00 Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Rob Boss Review Date: 8/2/2016 Reviewer: Rob Boss Rating: 5 The Review Although Oregon Pinot Noirs tend to be a bit more expensive than Pinot Noirs from other U.S. […]
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Mountain View Winery (CO) Review Address: 5859 58.25 Rd. Olathe,Colorado 81425. Phone Number: 5859 58.25 Tasting Hours: Mon-Sat 10:00-6:00 Region: Colorado Reviewer: Review Date: 6/24/2015 Reviewer: Rating: 4 The Review Overview: During a recent trip to Colorado to attend my nephews wedding, I had the privilege of discovering a little gem of a winery/orchard in […]
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Sunset Hills Review Address: 38295 Fremont Overlook Lane Purcellville,Virginia 20132. Phone Number: 540-882-4560 Tasting Hours: Mon-Thurs 12:00-5:00, Fri 12:00-6:00, Sat-Sun 12:00-6:00 Region: Middleburg Virginia AVA, Virginia Reviewer: James Houston Review Date: 7/13/2012 Reviewer: James Houston Rating: 5 The Review A connection to the past is palpable as you enter the cavernous tasting room of Sunset […]
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Feather River Vineyards Review Address: 5700 South East State Farm Rd. North Platte,Nebraska 69103. Phone Number: 308-696-0078 Tasting Hours: 1:00-6:00 Region: Nebraska Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Review Date: 5/25/2014 Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Rating: 4 The Review Deep ruts scarred the muddy, dirt roads leading south from Interstate 80, near North Platte, that took us […]
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Mill River Winery Review Address: 498 Newburyport Turnpike Rowley,Massachusetts 01969. Phone Number: 978-432-1280 Tasting Hours: Wed-Sun 11:00-6:00 Region: Massachusetts Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Review Date: 6/19/2014 Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Rating: 4 The Review Rowley, Massachusetts, is home to a charming town square and market area untouched by time for hundreds of years, wharfs dotted […]
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Bel Vino Review Address: 33515 Rancho California Rd. Temecula,California 92591. Phone Number: 888-260-0870 Tasting Hours: Mon-Thurs 10:00-5:00, Fri-Sun 10:00-6:00 Region: South Coast and S. California, Temecula Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Tara Torres Review Date: 7/27/2012 Reviewer: Tara Torres Rating: 4 The Review Formerly known as Stuart Cellars, Bel Vino winery isnt much to look at […]
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Bitner Vineyards Review Address: 16645 Plum Rd. Caldwell,Idaho 83607. Phone Number: 208-455-1870 Tasting Hours: Fri-Sun 12:00-5:00 and by appt. Region: Snake River Valley AVA, Idaho Reviewer: Review Date: 3/2/2014 Reviewer: Rating: 4 The Review For three days in a row this week we have had spring-like weather with temperatures near 60 degrees and lots of […]
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La Buena Vida Vineyards Review Address: 416 East College Street Grapevine,Texas 76051. Phone Number: 817-481-9463 Tasting Hours: Region: Texas Reviewer: Adria Schmedthorst Review Date: 4/14/2012 Reviewer: Adria Schmedthorst Rating: 5 The Review Off the beaten path of Main Street, La Buena Vida Vineyards offers a cool oasis to escape the Texas heat and enjoy wines […]
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Rex Hill Vineyards Review Address: 30835 N. Hwy 99W Newberg,Oregon 97132. Phone Number: 503-538-0666 Tasting Hours: 11:00-5:00; Memorial Day-Thanksgiving 10:00-5:00 Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Chehalem Mountains AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Rob Boss Review Date: 6/11/2014 Reviewer: Rob Boss Rating: 4 The Review (Photos by Jai Soots) Rex Hill Winery is an easy access stop off Highway […]
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ArborBrook Vineyards Review Address: 17770 NE Calkins Lane Newberg,Oregon 97132. Phone Number: 503-789-8134 Tasting Hours: Tues-Sun 11:00-5:00 and by appt. Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Chehalem Mountains AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Rob Boss Review Date: 5/15/2012 Reviewer: Rob Boss Rating: 4 The Review Making great wine takes time, but theres no reason for an up and coming […]
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Caywood Vineyards Review Address: 9666 State Route 414 Hector,New York 14841. Phone Number: 607-582-7230 Tasting Hours: May-Oct: 11:00-5:00, see website for off-season hours Region: Finger Lakes AVA, Seneca Lake AVA, New York Reviewer: Julie Grice Review Date: 5/24/2014 Reviewer: Julie Grice Rating: 3 The Review The Place:  The outside of the Caywood Vineyards tasting room is […]
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Lamoreaux Landing Wine Cellars Review Address: 9224 State Route 414 Lodi,New York 14860. Phone Number: 607-582-6011 Tasting Hours: Mon-Sat 10:00-5:00, Sun 12:00-5:00 Region: Finger Lakes AVA, Seneca Lake AVA, New York Reviewer: Caroline Helper Review Date: 2/4/2012 Reviewer: Caroline Helper Rating: 4 The Review Lamoreaux Landing Wine Cellars is a sleek, modern, and elegant winery […]
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SchillingBridge Winery & MicroBrewery Review Address: 62193 710th Rd. Pawnee City,Nebraska 68420. Phone Number: 62193 710 Tasting Hours: Nov-Mar: Sun, Wed-Fri 12:00-6:00, Sat 12:00-9:00; Feb-Oct: Sun, Wed-Thurs 12:00-6:00, Fri-Sat 12:00-9:00 Region: Nebraska Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Review Date: 5/28/2014 Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Rating: 4 The Review Schilling Bridge Winery and Microbrewery is located in […]
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Alloro Vineyard Review Address: 22075 S.W. Lebeau Rd. Sherwood,Oregon 97140. Phone Number: 503-625-1978 Tasting Hours: Feb-Mid Dec: Fri-Sun 11:00-5:00 Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Chehalem Mountains AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Rob Boss Review Date: 1/30/2015 Reviewer: Rob Boss Rating: 5 The Review (Photos by Jai Soots) When touring through Willamette Valley wine country, there are occasionallywell, oftenplaces […]
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Andis Wines Review Address: 11000 Shenandoah Road Plymouth,California 95669. Phone Number: 209-245-6177 Tasting Hours: Daily 11:00-4:30 Region: Sierra Foothills AVA, Amador County, California Shenandoah Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Yvonne Kochanowski Review Date: 4/20/2012 Reviewer: Yvonne Kochanowski Rating: 3 The Review Round a corner and there it is, its metallic aerodynamic structure set on the hilltop […]
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Chiselled Grape Winery Review Address: W64 N713 Washigton Ave. Cedarburg,Wisconsin 53012. Phone Number: 262-377-8777 Tasting Hours: Tues-Wed 1:00-5:00, Thurs 12:00-5:00, Fri-Sat 11:00-9:00, Sun 11:00-6:00 Region: Wisconsin Ledge AVA, Wisconsin Reviewer: Larschelby Kidd Review Date: 6/17/2014 Reviewer: Larschelby Kidd Rating: 3 The Review When Chiselled Grape Winery opened in 2011, their location was in a historic […]
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Oak Crest Vineyard Review Address: 8215 Oak Crest Drive King George,Virginia 22485. Phone Number: 540-663-2813 Tasting Hours: Jan-Feb: Sat-Sun 11:00-4:00, Mar-Dec: Wed-Sun 10:00-5:00 Region: Northern Neck George Washington Birthplace AVA, Virginia Reviewer: Richard Rynders Review Date: 10/9/2015 Reviewer: Richard Rynders Rating: 3 The Review Keep a vigilant eye out for the turn off the main […]
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Serpent Ridge Vineyard Review Address: 2962 Nicodemus Rd Westminster,Maryland 21157. Phone Number: 410-848-6511 Tasting Hours: Sat-Sun 10:30-6:00, Wed-Fri 10:00-3:00 and by appt. Region: Maryland Reviewer: Jim Finley Review Date: 7/12/2014 Reviewer: Jim Finley Rating: 4 The Review Located 45 minutes northwest of Baltimore, Maryland, Serpent Ridge Vineyards is a small, 2.5 acre vineyard originally planted […]
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Antelope Valley Winery Review Address: 42041 20th St. W. Lancaster,California 93534. Phone Number: 661-722-0145 Tasting Hours: Wed-Sun 11:00-6:00 Region: California Reviewer: Julie Dorris Review Date: 5/26/2012 Reviewer: Julie Dorris Rating: 3 The Review Outside of the obvious viticultural regions of California, the state is sprinkled with little wineries in unassuming places. Such is the case […]
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Spicewood Vineyards Review Address: 1419 Burnet County Rd. 409 Spicewood,Texas 78669. Phone Number: 830-693-5328 Tasting Hours: Wed-Sat 10:00-6:00, Sun 12:00-5:00 and by appt. Region: Texas Hill Country AVA, Texas Reviewer: Becky Parr Review Date: 8/31/2013 Reviewer: Becky Parr Rating: 4 The Review Spicewood Vineyards was our last stop of the afternoon on a hot day […]
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Three Dudes Winery Review Address: 125 Old Martindale Rd. San Marcos,Texas 78666. Phone Number: 512-392-5634 Tasting Hours: 12:00-6:00 Region: Texas Reviewer: Becky Parr Review Date: 12/23/2013 Reviewer: Becky Parr Rating: 4 The Review No self-respecting winery reviewer could take a road trip through south Texas on I-35 and not stop at a place called Three […]
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Wagner Vineyards Review Address: 9322 State Route 414 Lodi,New York 14860. Phone Number: 607-582-6450 Tasting Hours: Jan-mid Mar: Mon-Sat 10:00-5:00, Sun 12:00-5:00; Mid Mar-Dec: 10:00-5:00 Region: Finger Lakes AVA, Seneca Lake AVA, New York Reviewer: Caroline Helper Review Date: 2/24/2012 Reviewer: Caroline Helper Rating: 4 The Review Wagner Vineyards is a winery and brewery run […]
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3 P’s in a Vine Winery and Vineyard Review Address: 955 Douglas Rd Athens,Texas 75751. Phone Number: 903-677-9463 Tasting Hours: Fri 5:00-10:00, Sat 12:00-10:00, Sun 12:00-6:00 Region: Texas Reviewer: Becky Parr Review Date: 4/16/2016 Reviewer: Becky Parr Rating: 5 The Review Its been over a week since my husband and I visited 3 Ps in […]
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Cedar Creek Winery (VA) Review Address: 7384 Zepp Road Star Tannery,Virginia 22654. Phone Number: 540-436-8394 Tasting Hours: Apr-Nov: Fri-Sun 11:00-5:00 Region: Virginia Reviewer: Brian Yost Review Date: 7/19/2014 Reviewer: Brian Yost Rating: 5 The Review There are a few wineries in Virginia that have raised the bar for other winemakers. These wineries are producing one […]
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Driftwood Vineyards Review Address: 4001 Elder Hill Rd. Driftwood,Texas 78619. Phone Number: 512-858-9667 Tasting Hours: Summer 10:00-7:00, Winter 10:00-6:00 Region: Texas Hill Country AVA, Texas Reviewer: Becky Parr Review Date: 11/2/2014 Reviewer: Becky Parr Rating: 4 The Review This is where to come to find out why they call this area the Hill Country. If […]
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Gran Moraine Winery Review Address: 17090 NE Woodland Loop Rd Yamhill,Oregon 97148. Phone Number: 503-662-5454 Tasting Hours: 11:00-5:00 Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Yamhill-Carlton AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Rob Boss Review Date: 11/12/2016 Reviewer: Rob Boss Rating: 5 The Review (Photos by Jai Soots) Just outside Yamhill, Oregon, lies the Laughlin Loop, a particularly glorious collection of […]
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Loudoun Valley Vineyards Review Address: 38516 Charlestown Pike Waterford,Virginia 20197. Phone Number: 540-882-3375 Tasting Hours: Mon, Wed-Fri 12:00-5:00, Sat-Sun 11:00-6:00 Region: Middleburg Virginia AVA, Virginia Reviewer: James Houston Review Date: 7/13/2012 Reviewer: James Houston Rating: 4 The Review Lately, my thirtieth birthday has been making all kinds of threats about actually happening soon. So getting […]
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Red Road Winery Review Address: 4050 Summerhill Square Texarkana,Texas 75503. Phone Number: 903-792-9463 Tasting Hours: Mon-Wed 10:00-9:00, Thurs-Sat 10:00-11:00, Sun 1:00-7:00 Region: Texas Reviewer: Becky Parr Review Date: 4/21/2014 Reviewer: Becky Parr Rating: 4 The Review I ended up loving Red Road Winery. But the first thing Red Road did was lead me on a […]
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Standing Stone Vineyards Review Address: 9934 State Route 414 Hector,New York 14841. Phone Number: 607-582-6051 Tasting Hours: Sun-Fri 11:30-5:00, Sat 11:30-6:00 Region: Finger Lakes AVA, Seneca Lake AVA, New York Reviewer: Julie Grice Review Date: 4/12/2014 Reviewer: Julie Grice Rating: 5 The Review The Place:  The tasting room at Standing Stone Vineyards is housed in a […]
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Jowler Creek Winery Review Address: 16905 Jowler Creek Rd. Platte City,Missouri 64079. Phone Number: 816-935-9471 Tasting Hours: Wed-Sun 11:00-5:00 Region: Missouri Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Review Date: 10/19/2014 Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Rating: 4 The Review Driving longitudinally down I-29 between Omaha and Kansas City, it’s unlikely drivers will miss the large signs positioned to […]
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Left Coast Cellars Review Address: 4225 N Pacific Highway W Rickreall,Oregon 97371. Phone Number: 503-831-4916 Tasting Hours: Feb-Dec 23: 11:00-5:00 (during summer open until 7:00 on Saturday); Jan by appt. Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Rob Boss Review Date: 7/26/2012 Reviewer: Rob Boss Rating: 4 The Review Left Coast Cellars is located fifteen miles […]
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Rushland Ridge Vineyards & Winery Review Address: 2665 Rushland Rd. Rushland,Pennsylvania 18956. Phone Number: 215-598-0251 Tasting Hours: Mar-Nov: Thurs-Fri 3:00-6:00, Sat 12:00-6:00, Sun 12:00-4:00 Region: Pennsylvania Reviewer: Jen Fromal Review Date: 3/24/2012 Reviewer: Jen Fromal Rating: 4 The Review A decidedly fresh breath of air among the bigger wineries on the Bucks County Wine Trail, […]
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Bella Vida Review Address: 9380 NE Worden Hill Rd. Dundee,Oregon 97115. Phone Number: 503-538-9821 Tasting Hours: Memorial Day-Thanksgiving: Thurs-Sun 11:00-5:00 and by appt. Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Dundee Hills AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Rob Boss Review Date: 9/4/2014 Reviewer: Rob Boss Rating: 5 The Review (Photos by Jai Soots) One of the more interesting tasting flights […]
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Island Mana Wines Review Address: 526 SW Yamhill St. Portland,Oregon 97204. Phone Number: 971-229-1040 Tasting Hours: Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Rob Boss Review Date: 4/17/2012 Reviewer: Rob Boss Rating: 4 The Review Because vineyards often reside in the hinterlands, its not uncommon for a winery to put their tasting room in town. The […]
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Vino Noceto Review Address: 11011 Shenandoah Rd. Plymouth,California 95669. Phone Number: 209-245-6556 Tasting Hours: Mon-Fri 11:00-4:00, Sat-Sun 11:00-5:00 and by appt. Region: Sierra Foothills AVA, Amador County, California Shenandoah Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Yvonne Kochanowski Review Date: 10/18/2012 Reviewer: Yvonne Kochanowski Rating: 4 The Review It may look small and unassuming from the outside, but […]
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Barking Frog Winery Review Address: 128 W Main St Carlton,Oregon 97111. Phone Number: 503-702-5029 Tasting Hours: Fri-Sun 1:00-5:00 and by appt. Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Yamhill-Carlton Region, Oregon Reviewer: Rob Boss Review Date: 11/29/2015 Reviewer: Rob Boss Rating: 4 The Review (Photos by Jai Soots) Barking Frog Winerys tasting room on Main Street in Carlton, […]
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Cooper Vineyards (VA) Review Address: 13372 Shannon Hill Rd. Louisa,Virginia 23226. Phone Number: 540-894-5474 Tasting Hours: 11:00-5:00 Region: Virginia Reviewer: Anthony Marocco Review Date: 9/28/2013 Reviewer: Anthony Marocco Rating: 4 The Review Cooper Vineyards first opened its doors in 1999, producing a whopping 250 cases of wine. During the last fifteen years, the winery has […]
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Panther Creek Cellars Review Address: 110 SW Hwy 99W Dundee,Oregon 97115. Phone Number: 503-472-8080 Tasting Hours: 10:00-5:00 Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Dundee Hills AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Rob Boss Review Date: 1/30/2015 Reviewer: Rob Boss Rating: 5 The Review (Photos by Jai Soots) Step inside Panther Creeks tasting room and the first glance seems stark, but […]
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Abingdon Vineyard & Winery Review Address: 20530 Alvarado Rd. Abingdon,Virginia 24211. Phone Number: 276-623-1255 Tasting Hours: Mar 15-Dec 15: Tues-Sat 10:00-6:00, Sun 12:00-6:00 Region: Virginia Reviewer: Brian Yost Review Date: 8/30/2014 Reviewer: Brian Yost Rating: 4 The Review Southwestern Virginia does not immediately come to mind when one thinks of Virginia wine. Its a particularly […]
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Airlie Winery Review Address: 15305 Dunn Forest Rd. Monmouth,Oregon 97361. Phone Number: 503-838-6013 Tasting Hours: Mar-Nov: Thurs-Mon; Dec-Feb: by appt. or chance Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Becky Parr Review Date: 8/2/2014 Reviewer: Becky Parr Rating: 4 The Review Wineries near Monmouth, Oregon, in the lower Willamette Valley, seem to subscribe to the philosophy […]
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Vynecrest Vineyards & Winery Review Address: 172 Arrowhead Ln. Breinigsville,Pennsylvania 18031. Phone Number: 610-398-7525 Tasting Hours: 11:00-5:00 Region: Lehigh Valley AVA, Pennsylvania Reviewer: Kat Collins Review Date: 3/6/2016 Reviewer: Kat Collins Rating: 4 The Review Vynecrest Winery is located seven miles west of Allentown, Pennsylvania in the picturesque, rolling hills of Breinigsville. Its an unusual […]
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Wycombe Vineyard and Winery Review Address: 1391 Forest Grove Rd Furlong,Pennsylvania 18925. Phone Number: 215-598-9463 Tasting Hours: Fri-Sun 12:00-6:00 and by appt. Region: Pennsylvania Reviewer: Jen Fromal Review Date: 5/19/2012 Reviewer: Jen Fromal Rating: 4 The Review Wycombe Vineyard and Winery is the perfect mix of class and country. This Bucks County winery is a […]
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Columbia Winery Review Address: 14030 NE 145th St. Woodinville,Washington 98072. Phone Number: 425-482-7490 Tasting Hours: Sat-Thurs 11:00-6:00, Fri 11:00-7:00 Region: Puget Sound AVA, Woodinville, Woodinville Tourist District, Washington Reviewer: Denise Gangnes Review Date: 3/10/2012 Reviewer: Denise Gangnes Rating: 5 The Review The second oldest winery in Woodinville does what any facility in the shadow of […]
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Pillar Bluff Review Address: 300 County Road 111 Lampasas,Texas 76550. Phone Number: 512-556-4078 Tasting Hours: Fri-Sat 10:00-5:00, Sun 12:30-5:00 Region: Texas Hill Country AVA, Texas Reviewer: Becky Parr Review Date: 3/23/2013 Reviewer: Becky Parr Rating: 5 The Review Pillar Bluff Vineyards is an absolute find. Located off the beaten path near Lampasas, Texas, seemingly in […]
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Southwind Vineyard Review Address: 385 Lebanon Road Millville,New Jersey 08332. Phone Number: 856-364-9690 Tasting Hours: See website for wine tasting details. Region: Outer Coastal Plain AVA, New Jersey Reviewer: Charlie Toms Review Date: 11/30/2013 Reviewer: Charlie Toms Rating: 4 The Review Southwind Vineyard and Winery is one of the newest wineries in New Jersey, having […]
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Seven Bridges Review Address: 2303 N Harding Ave Portland,Oregon 97227. Phone Number: 503-203-2583 Tasting Hours: Sat-Sun 1:00-5:00 Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Rob Boss Review Date: 7/10/2016 Reviewer: Rob Boss Rating: 4 The Review The great thing about Oregon in general and Portland in particular is the number of wineries producing really great Pinot […]
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Chatham Vineyards Review Address: 9232 Chatham Rd Machipongo,Virginia 23405. Phone Number: 757-678-5588 Tasting Hours: Apr-Dec: 10:00-5:00 (Jan-Mar: closed on Tues & Wed) Region: [“Virginias Eastern Shore AVA”, Virginia Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Review Date: 5/17/2016 Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Rating: 5 The Review Down a dusty country road that looks as if it came straight […]
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Javelina Leap Vineyard and Winery Review Address: 1565 Page Springs Rd. Cornville,Arizona 86325. Phone Number: 928-649-2681 Tasting Hours: 11:00-5:00 Region: Arizona Reviewer: Diane Review Date: 10/22/2013 Reviewer: Diane Rating: 4 The Review Rod and Cynthia Snapp own this quaint, boutique winery tucked away in Page Springs, Arizona. The small 10.6 acre estate vineyard, located in […]
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King Ferry Winery – Treleaven Wines Review Address: 658 Lake Rd. King Ferry,New York 13081. Phone Number: 315-364-5100 Tasting Hours: See website for wine tasting details. Region: Finger Lakes AVA, Cayuga Lake AVA, New York Reviewer: Caroline Helper Review Date: 6/22/2012 Reviewer: Caroline Helper Rating: 3 The Review Located on the east side of Cayuga […]
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Maresh Red Barn / Red Hills Vineyard Review Address: 9305 NE Worden Hill Rd. Dundee,Oregon 97115. Phone Number: 503-537-1098 Tasting Hours: Mar 1-Thanksgiving: Fri-Sun 11:00-5:00 Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Dundee Hills AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Rob Boss Review Date: 9/4/2014 Reviewer: Rob Boss Rating: 5 The Review (Photos by Jai Soots) In the heart of the […]
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Cellar 426 Review Address: 1402 Dennis Dean Road Ashland,Nebraska 68003. Phone Number: 402-944-8109 Tasting Hours: Fri 1:00-7:00, Sat 11:00-7:00, Sun 1:00-5:00 Region: Nebraska Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Review Date: 5/11/2014 Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Rating: 4 The Review Just off of exit 426, equidistant between Lincoln and Omaha on the far eastern side of the […]
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Weathered Vineyards Review Address: 7670 Carpet Road New Tripoli,Pennsylvania 18066. Phone Number: 610-984-2867 Tasting Hours: Thurs-Mon 11:00-6:00 (Summer and Fall), Fri-Mon 11:00-5:00 (Winter) Region: Lehigh Valley AVA, Pennsylvania Reviewer: Kat Collins Review Date: 11/1/2016 Reviewer: Kat Collins Rating: 4 The Review When Weathered Vineyards first opened in 2014, I paid them a visit to welcome […]
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Oak Mountain – Temecula Hills Review Address: 36522 Via Verde Temecula,California 92592. Phone Number: 951-699-9102 Tasting Hours: 11:00-5:00 Region: South Coast and S. California, Temecula Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Tara Torres Review Date: 6/11/2013 Reviewer: Tara Torres Rating: 4 The Review Sitting high on a hill overlooking a valley of vines, Oak Mountain Winery provides […]
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Urban Legend Cellars Review Address: 621 4th Street Oakland,California 94607. Phone Number: 510-545-4356 Tasting Hours: Fri-Sun 1:00-6:00 Region: California Reviewer: Martin D. Redmond Review Date: 9/27/2015 Reviewer: Martin D. Redmond Rating: 4 The Review Several years ago a wine-loving friend of mine, who lives in Oakland, California, asked me if Id ever tried wine made […]
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Anthony Road Wine Company Review Address: 1020 Anthony Rd. Penn Yan,New York 14527. Phone Number: 315-536-2182 Tasting Hours: Mon-Sat 10:00-5:00, Sun 12:00-5:00 Region: Finger Lakes AVA, Seneca Lake AVA, New York Reviewer: Caroline Helper Review Date: 6/8/2012 Reviewer: Caroline Helper Rating: 4 The Review Anthony Road is one of the best Riesling producers in the […]
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Au Bon Climat Tasting Room Review Address: 813 Anacapa St., Suite 5 Santa Barbara,California 93101. Phone Number: 805-895-4084 Tasting Hours: 12:00-6:00 Region: Santa Barbara County, California Reviewer: Review Date: 3/23/2013 Reviewer: Rating: 4 The Review There are many places in the town of Santa Barbara to taste better than average vino and generally enjoy an […]
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Kohill Winery Review Address: 17211 Highlander Drive Ramona,California 92065. Phone Number: 760-787-1042 Tasting Hours: Sat-Sun 12:00-5:00 Region: South Coast and S. California, Ramona Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Review Date: 5/24/2014 Reviewer: Rating: 4 The Review On a recent trip to the San Diego area one of the items on our “must do” list was a […]
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Silvara Vineyards Review Address: 77 Stage Road Leavenworth,Washington 98826. Phone Number: 509-548-1000 Tasting Hours: May 1-Dec 31: Daily 11:00-5:00; Jan 1-Apr 30: Fri-Mon 11:00-5:00 Region: Washington Reviewer: Denise Gangnes Review Date: 12/28/2012 Reviewer: Denise Gangnes Rating: 4 The Review Amongst the kitschy Bavarian-themed retailers and wine sellers in this vacationers mecca, one winery stands out […]
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Deer Springs Winery Review Address: 16255 Adams Lincoln,Nebraska 68527. Phone Number: 402-327-8738 Tasting Hours: Thurs-Sat 2:00-8:00, Sun 2:00-6:00 Region: Nebraska Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Review Date: 5/3/2014 Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Rating: 4 The Review Winemaker Jennifer Reeder takes a lot of pride in her work, producing the award-winning wines of her family-owned, historic Nebraska […]
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Prairie Crossing Vineyard & Winery Review Address: 31506 Pioneer Trail Treynor,Iowa 51575. Phone Number: 712-487-3812 Tasting Hours: Thurs 1:00-5:00, Fri-Sat 10:00-6:00, Sun 1:00-5:00 Region: Loess Hills District AVA, Iowa Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Review Date: 4/24/2014 Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Rating: 4 The Review After a few miles of drifting carefully up and down the […]
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Holy-Field Vineyard & Winery Review Address: 18807 158th St. Basehor,Kansas 66007. Phone Number: 913-980-3157 Tasting Hours: Mon-Fri 10:00-6:00, Sat 9:30-6:00, Sun 12:00-6:00 Region: Kansas Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Review Date: 6/7/2015 Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Rating: 4 The Review The tasting room of the Holy-Field Vineyard and Winery is just off the interstate and quite […]
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Penguin Bay Winery & Champagne House Review Address: 4565 State Route 414 Hector,New York 14841. Phone Number: 607-546-5115 Tasting Hours: Jan-Mar: Fri-Sun 10:00-5:30; Apr-Dec: Fri-Sun 10:00-5:30 Region: Finger Lakes AVA, Seneca Lake AVA, New York Reviewer: Julie Grice Review Date: 4/11/2013 Reviewer: Julie Grice Rating: 4 The Review Penguin Bay Winery, opened in 2005, is […]
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Colene Clemens Review Address: 22501 NE Dopp Rd. Newberg,Oregon 97132. Phone Number: 503-662-4687 Tasting Hours: Wed-Sun 11:00-5:00 Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Chehalem Mountains AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Rob Boss Review Date: 6/25/2015 Reviewer: Rob Boss Rating: 5 The Review (Photos by Jai Soots) One of the problems you can run into while tasting in the Willamette […]
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August Cellars Tasting Room Review Address: 14000 NE Quarry Rd. Newberg,Oregon 97132. Phone Number: 503-554-6766 Tasting Hours: Fri-Sun 11:00-5:00 Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Chehalem Mountains AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Rob Boss Review Date: 7/26/2014 Reviewer: Rob Boss Rating: 4 The Review (Photos by Jai Soots) August Cellars is in a unique position among Willamette Valley wineries: […]
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Bedell Cellars Review Address: 36225 Main Rd. Cutchogue,New York 11935. Phone Number: 631-734-7537 Tasting Hours: 11:00-5:00, open until 6:00 Fri-Sat from Memorial Day through Halloween and by appt. Region: Long Island AVA, North Fork of Long Island AVA, New York Reviewer: Joanne Dunne Review Date: 5/1/2012 Reviewer: Joanne Dunne Rating: 4 The Review The Place: […]
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Blue Ostrich Winery & Vineyard Review Address: 5611 FM 2382 Saint Jo,Texas 76265. Phone Number: 940-995-3100 Tasting Hours: Thurs-Sat 12:00-6:00, Sun 12:00-5:00 and by appt. Region: Texas Reviewer: Becky Parr Review Date: 6/22/2015 Reviewer: Becky Parr Rating: 5 The Review What do you do with an ostrich farm when the ostriches are gone? Start a […]
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Concannon Tasting Room Review Address: 4590 Tesla Road Livermore,California 94550. Phone Number: 800-258-9866 Tasting Hours: 11:30-4:30 Region: Livermore Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Sherrie Perkovich Review Date: 9/2/2015 Reviewer: Sherrie Perkovich Rating: 4 The Review Concannon Vineyard & Winery is located in charming Livermore Valley, and is actually closer to downtown San Francisco than most of […]
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Cougar Vineyard & Winery Review Address: 39870 De Portola Road Temecula,California 92592. Phone Number: 951-491-0825 Tasting Hours: Sunday-Thursday 11:00-6:00, Friday 11:00-8:00, Saturday 11:00-7:00 Region: South Coast and S. California, Temecula Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Tara Torres Review Date: 7/8/2013 Reviewer: Tara Torres Rating: 4 The Review Cougar Vineyard & Winery provides good service, nice wines […]
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Creek’s Edge Winery Review Address: 41255 Annas Lane Lovettsville,Virginia 21080. Phone Number: 540-822-3994 Tasting Hours: Fri-Sat 12:00-8:00, Sun 12:00-7:00, Mon 12:00-6:00, Tues-Wed by appt. Region: Virginia Reviewer: Jill Barth Review Date: 11/29/2016 Reviewer: Jill Barth Rating: 5 The Review I visited Creeks Edge Winery in late September, an excellent time to view this striking property […]
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Pellet Estate Review Address: 2059 Vallejo St St. Helena,California 94574. Phone Number: 707-363-3281 Tasting Hours: By appt. 10:00 Wed, Fri, Sat Region: Napa Valley AVA, St. Helena AVA, California Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Review Date: 7/1/2016 Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Rating: 5 The Review Lately my wife, Sonja, has been pestering me about getting rid […]
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Robert Mondavi Winery Review Address: 7801 St. Helena Highway Napa,California 94558. Phone Number: 888-766-6328 Tasting Hours: 10:00-5:00 Region: Napa Valley AVA, Oakville AVA, California Reviewer: James Houston Review Date: 9/23/2012 Reviewer: James Houston Rating: 4 The Review With a late lunch winding down at Oakville Grocery, a companion suggests visiting Robert Mondavi before heading back […]
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Syringa and Split Rail Tasting Room Review Address: 4338 Chinden Blvd. Garden City,Idaho 83714. Phone Number: 208-433-1616 Tasting Hours: Thurs-Sat 12:00-6:00 Region: Snake River Valley AVA, Idaho Reviewer: Review Date: 7/26/2014 Reviewer: Rating: 4 The Review Split Rail Winery and Syringa Winery are part of the District 44 Urban Wine and Art Scene in Garden […]
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Elk Run Vineyards Review Address: 15113 Liberty Rd. Mt. Airy,Maryland 21771. Phone Number: 410-775-2513 Tasting Hours: Nov-Apr: Thurs-Sat 10:00-5:00, Sun 12:00-5:00; May-Oct: Wed-Thurs 10:00-6:00, Fri 10:00-9:00, Sat 10:00-6:00, Sun 12:00-6:00 Region: Linganore AVA, Maryland Reviewer: Jim Finley Review Date: 7/12/2014 Reviewer: Jim Finley Rating: 4 The Review Elk Run Vineyards is located among a small […]
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Kestrel Vintners – Woodinville Review Address: 19501 144th Ave. NE C-900 Woodinville,Washington 98072. Phone Number: 425-398-1199 Tasting Hours: Thurs-Sun 12:00-5:00 and by appt. Region: Puget Sound AVA, Woodinville, Woodinville Warehouse District, Washington Reviewer: Denise Gangnes Review Date: 1/12/2013 Reviewer: Denise Gangnes Rating: 4 The Review Walk into a Starbucks or a Costco; whether youre in […]
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Laurel Lake Vineyards Review Address: 3165 Main Rd. Laurel,New York 11948. Phone Number: 631-298-1420 Tasting Hours: Jan-Mar 11:00-5:00, Apr-Dec 11:00-6:00 Region: Long Island AVA, North Fork of Long Island AVA, New York Reviewer: Joanne Dunne Review Date: 5/1/2012 Reviewer: Joanne Dunne Rating: 5 The Review The Place:  Laurel Lake Vineyards is one of those jewels that, […]
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Arbor Crest Wine Cellars Review Address: 4705 N Fruit Hill Rd. Spokane,Washington 99217. Phone Number: 509-927-9463 Tasting Hours: Sat-Wed 12:00-5:00, Thurs-Fri 12:00-8:00 Region: Spokane Valley, Washington Reviewer: Denise Gangnes Review Date: 10/20/2012 Reviewer: Denise Gangnes Rating: 5 The Review In 1924, inventor Royal Newton Riblet built an imposing three-story mansion overlooking the Spokane Valley. Little […]
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Penns Woods Review Address: 124 Beaver Valley Rd Chadds Ford,Pennsylvania 19317. Phone Number: 610-459-0808 Tasting Hours: Mon-Thurs 12:00-5:30, Fri 11:00-6:00, Sat 11:00-6:00, Sun 11:00-5:00 Region: Pennsylvania Reviewer: Elizabeth Smith Review Date: 9/6/2015 Reviewer: Elizabeth Smith Rating: 5 The Review In 2002, longtime wine importer and distributor, Gino Razzi, after having successfully made his first Italian […]
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Clay Pigeon Winery Review Address: 815 SE Oak St Portland,Oregon 97214. Phone Number: 503-206-7862 Tasting Hours: Tues-Thurs 4:00-9:00, Fri-Sat 4:00-10:00, Sun 4:00-9:00 Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Rob Boss Review Date: 6/7/2014 Reviewer: Rob Boss Rating: 5 The Review (Photos by Jai Soots) Theres a well-worn, very old adage in the wine industry: The […]
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Enso Winery Review Address: 1416 SE Stark Street Portland,Oregon 97214. Phone Number: 503-683-3676 Tasting Hours: Mon-Thurs 4:00-10:00, Fri 4:00-11:00, Sat 1:00-11:00, Sun 1:00-10:00 Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Rob Boss Review Date: 3/18/2012 Reviewer: Rob Boss Rating: 4 The Review Urban wineries are a relatively new concept that is about to reach its tipping […]
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Europa Village Review Address: 33475 La Serena Way Temecula,California 92591. Phone Number: 888-383-8767 Tasting Hours: Mon-Sun 10:00-5:00 Region: South Coast and S. California, Temecula Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Tara Torres Review Date: 5/17/2012 Reviewer: Tara Torres Rating: 4 The Review One of the newer wineries in Temecula brings old world European charm to southern California […]
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Lakeshore Winery Review Address: 5132 State Route 89 Romulus,New York 14541. Phone Number: 315-549-7075 Tasting Hours: Jan-Apr: Sat-Sun 12:00-5:00; May-Dec 12:00-5:00 Region: Finger Lakes AVA, Cayuga Lake AVA, New York Reviewer: Julie Grice Review Date: 11/23/2013 Reviewer: Julie Grice Rating: 4 The Review Lakeshore Winery‘s strength lies in its welcoming, cozy atmosphere and friendly guided […]
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The Dog and Oyster Vineyard Review Address: 170 White Fences Drive Irvington,Virginia 22480. Phone Number: 804-438-9463 Tasting Hours: See website for wine tasting details. Region: Northern Neck George Washington Birthplace AVA, Virginia Reviewer: Kat Collins Review Date: 7/6/2016 Reviewer: Kat Collins Rating: 5 The Review Arriving at The Dog and Oyster Vineyard, you can feel […]
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Elk Cove Vineyards Review Address: 27751 NW Olson Rd. Gaston,Oregon 97119. Phone Number: 503-985-7760 Tasting Hours: 10:00-5:00 Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Yamhill-Carlton AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Rob Boss Review Date: 9/14/2013 Reviewer: Rob Boss Rating: 4 The Review (Photos by Jai Soots) First impressions are often deceiving, even misleading. Virtually anyone living in the United States […]
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J Wrigley Vineyards Review Address: 19390 SW Cherry Hill Rd. Sheridan,Oregon 97378. Phone Number: 503-857-8287 Tasting Hours: Mar-Oct: Fri-Sun 11:00-4:00 Region: Willamette Valley AVA, McMinnville AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Jade Helm Review Date: 4/18/2014 Reviewer: Jade Helm Rating: 5 The Review The very first thing everyone needs to know about visiting J Wrigley Vineyards in Oregon’s […]
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Borjon Winery Review Address: 11270 Shenandoah Rd Plymouth,California 95669. Phone Number: 209-245-3087 Tasting Hours: Thurs-Mon 11:00-5:00 and by appt. Region: Sierra Foothills AVA, Amador County, California Shenandoah Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Yvonne Kochanowski Review Date: 10/18/2012 Reviewer: Yvonne Kochanowski Rating: 4 The Review If you love luscious reds, youve found your new favorite place to […]
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Crossing Vineyards & Winery Review Address: 1853 Wrightstown Rd. Washington Crossing,Pennsylvania 18977. Phone Number: 215-493-6500 Tasting Hours: 12:00-6:00 Region: Central Delaware Valley AVA, Pennsylvania Reviewer: Jen Fromal Review Date: 3/24/2012 Reviewer: Jen Fromal Rating: 4 The Review The impressive grounds of Crossing Vineyards & Winery welcome guests looking for a true wine tasting experience. The […]
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Jodar Vineyards And Winery Review Address: 3405 Carson Court Camino,California 95709. Phone Number: 530-644-3474 Tasting Hours: 11:00-5:00 Region: Sierra Foothills AVA, El Dorado County, El Dorado AVA, California Reviewer: Yvonne Kochanowski Review Date: 12/13/2012 Reviewer: Yvonne Kochanowski Rating: 4 The Review Tucked two quick turns off the freeway, Jodar offers easy access to fine quality […]
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New Hope Winery Review Address: 6123 Lower York Rd. New Hope,Pennsylvania 18938. Phone Number: 215-794-2331 Tasting Hours: Sping-Fall: Mon-Tues, Thurs, Sun 11:00-5:00, Fri 11:00-6:00, Sat 10:00-6:00; Winter: Sun-Thurs 11:00-5:00, Fri 11:00-6:00, Sat 10:00-6:00 Region: Central Delaware Valley AVA, Pennsylvania Reviewer: Jen Fromal Review Date: 5/19/2012 Reviewer: Jen Fromal Rating: 3 The Review Housed in a […]
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Vista Hills Vineyard & Winery Review Address: 6475 NE Hilltop Lane Dayton,Oregon 97114. Phone Number: 503-864-3200 Tasting Hours: 12:00-5:00 and by appt. Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Dundee Hills AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Rob Boss Review Date: 7/2/2014 Reviewer: Rob Boss Rating: 4 The Review (Photos by Jai Soots) Just down the street from Domaines Serene and […]
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Wisdom Oak Winery Review Address: 3613 Walnut Branch Lane Charlottesville,Virginia 22959. Phone Number: 434-984-4272 Tasting Hours: Apr-Nov: Thurs-Sun 12:00-6:00; Jan-Feb: by appt. Region: Monticello AVA, Virginia Reviewer: Anthony Marocco Review Date: 10/19/2013 Reviewer: Anthony Marocco Rating: 3 The Review As you spot the new Wisdom Oak Winery sign, planted where the former Sugarleaf Vineyards sign […]
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Youngberg Hill Vineyards & Inn Review Address: 10660 Youngberg Hill Rd. McMinnville,Oregon 97128. Phone Number: 503-472-2727 Tasting Hours: Apr-Nov: 10:00-4:00; Dec-Mar and groups of 6 or more: by appt. Region: Willamette Valley AVA, McMinnville AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Jade Helm Review Date: 4/12/2014 Reviewer: Jade Helm Rating: 5 The Review “Once you’ve seen the view, you […]
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Grgich Hills Estate Review Address: 1829 St. Helena Hwy. Rutherford,California 94573. Phone Number: 707-963-2784 Tasting Hours: 9:30-4:30 Region: Napa Valley AVA, Rutherford AVA, California Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Review Date: 3/10/2016 Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Rating: 5 The Review Forty years ago, the name Napa Valley meant little to anyone who wasnt already living there. […]
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Sparkling Pointe Review Address: 39750 Route 48 Southold,New York 11935. Phone Number: 631-765-0200 Tasting Hours: Mon-Thurs 11:00-5:00, Fri-Sun 11:00-6:00 Region: Long Island AVA, North Fork of Long Island AVA, New York Reviewer: Becky Parr Review Date: 10/23/2015 Reviewer: Becky Parr Rating: 5 The Review My best friend decided she was going to move from Texas […]
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Addison Farms Vineyard Review Address: 4005 New Leicester Hwy Leicester,North Carolina 28748. Phone Number: 828-581-9463 Tasting Hours: Fri-Sat 12:00-5:00, Sun 1:00-5:00 and by appt. Region: North Carolina Reviewer: Natasha Stiles Review Date: 6/10/2013 Reviewer: Natasha Stiles Rating: 3 The Review Addison Farms Vineyard is located off the beaten path in mountainous Leicester, North Carolina. However, […]
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Stone Griffon Vineyard Review Address: 153 E. Main Carlton,Oregon 97111. Phone Number: 971-237-1045 Tasting Hours: Fri 5:00-7:00, Sat-Sun 12:00-6:00 Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Yamhill-Carlton Region, Oregon Reviewer: Rob Boss Review Date: 11/29/2015 Reviewer: Rob Boss Rating: 4 The Review (Photos by Jai Soots) In what might be the smallest tasting room Ive seen, Stone Griffon […]
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Trisaetum Vineyards Review Address: 18401 Ribbon Ridge Road Newberg,Oregon 97132. Phone Number: 503-538-9898 Tasting Hours: Wed-Mon 11:00-4:00 Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Chehalem Mountains AVA, Ribbon Ridge AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Jade Helm Review Date: 1/29/2015 Reviewer: Jade Helm Rating: 5 The Review Oregon is one of the few places you can get directions from a guy […]
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Karma Vineyards Review Address: 1681 S Lakeshore Rd. Chelan,Washington 98816. Phone Number: 509-682-5538 Tasting Hours: Wed-Sat 11:00-5:00, Sun 11:00-3:00 Region: Lake Chelan, Washington Reviewer: Denise Gangnes Review Date: 4/27/2013 Reviewer: Denise Gangnes Rating: 5 The Review The Lake Chelan area is full of surprises and perhaps the last place you would expect to find […]
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Lenne Estate Review Address: 18760 NE Laughlin Road Yamhill,Oregon 97148. Phone Number: 503-956-2256 Tasting Hours: See website for wine tasting details. Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Yamhill-Carlton AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Jade Helm Review Date: 11/8/2014 Reviewer: Jade Helm Rating: 5 The Review There is something inherently feminine and elegant about Pinot noir from the Willamette Valley. […]
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Robert Goodman Wines Review Address: 937 10th St. in Arcata Arcata,California 95521. Phone Number: Tasting Hours: Sun-Wed 4:00-12:00, Thurs-Sat 4:00pm-2:00am Region: California Reviewer: Nora Review Date: 2/17/2013 Reviewer: Nora Rating: 3 The Review Getting There:  Arcata is a small hamlet on the far north coast of California; though charmingly arranged around a pastoral square, the town […]
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Superior Estates Winery Review Address: 200 W. 15th St Superior,Nebraska 68978. Phone Number: 402-879-3001 Tasting Hours: Wed-Sun 1:00-5:00 Region: Nebraska Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Review Date: 5/28/2014 Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Rating: 5 The Review Superior, Nebraska, is an awfully long way from South Africa, and yet Dominic Burke, winemaker for Superior Estates and a […]
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Huston Vineyards Review Address: 16473 Chicken Dinner Rd. Caldwell,Idaho 83607. Phone Number: 208-455-7975 Tasting Hours: Mar-Nov: Fri-Sat 12:00-5:00 Region: Snake River Valley AVA, Idaho Reviewer: Review Date: 10/20/2013 Reviewer: Rating: 4 The Review Fall is a time of year that makes me proud to be an Idahoan. Sunny, warm days draped in gorgeous shades of […]
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Pirtle Winery Review Address: 502 Spring St. Weston,Missouri 64098. Phone Number: 816-640-5728 Tasting Hours: Region: Missouri Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Review Date: 10/19/2014 Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Rating: 4 The Review Wineries come in all shapes and sizes. We’ve seen sprawling estates with long winding drives and castle-like structures, quaint awning-covered small town shop fronts, […]
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Twelve Wine Review Address: 214 Main Street Carlton,Oregon 97111. Phone Number: 503-435-1212 Tasting Hours: Fri-Sun 12:00-5:00 Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Yamhill-Carlton Region, Oregon Reviewer: Rob Boss Review Date: 11/29/2015 Reviewer: Rob Boss Rating: 5 The Review (Photos by Jai Soots) According to the tasting room attendant, Twelves name comes from the scene in This is […]
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Fall Creek Vineyards Review Address: 1820 County Rd. 222 Tow,Texas 78672. Phone Number: 325-379-5361 Tasting Hours: Mon-Sat 11:00-5:00, Sun 12:00-4:00 Region: Texas Hill Country AVA, Texas Reviewer: Becky Parr Review Date: 3/20/2013 Reviewer: Becky Parr Rating: 5 The Review Fall Creek really has everything youd want in a winery: a great view on the drive […]
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Lakewood Vineyards Review Address: 4024 State Route 14 Rock Stream,New York 14891. Phone Number: 877-535-9252 Tasting Hours: Mon-Sat 10:00-5:00, Sun 12:00-5:00 Region: Finger Lakes AVA, Seneca Lake AVA, New York Reviewer: Caroline Helper Review Date: 6/22/2012 Reviewer: Caroline Helper Rating: 5 The Review Christ Stamp, the charming and affable winemaker and owner of Lakewood Vineyards […]
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Ojai Vineyard Review Address: 109 S Montgomery St Ojai,California 93023. Phone Number: 805-649-1674 Tasting Hours: 12:00-5:00 and by appt. Region: California Reviewer: Julie Dorris Review Date: 6/16/2012 Reviewer: Julie Dorris Rating: 5 The Review In the idyllic, sage-scented town of Ojai, CA, there is some serious winemaking going on, and wines bearing the Ojai Vineyard […]
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Plum Hill Vineyards Review Address: 6505 SW Old Highway 47 Gaston,Oregon 97119. Phone Number: 503-359-4706 Tasting Hours: Memorial Day to Labor Day: Mon-Sat 11:00-6:00, Sun 12:00-6:00 Labor Day to Memorial Day: Mon-Sat 11:00-5:00, Sun 12:00-5:00 Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Rob Boss Review Date: 10/12/2013 Reviewer: Rob Boss Rating: 2 The Review (Photos by […]
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Honig Vineyard and Winery Review Address: 850 Rutherford Rd. Rutherford,California 94558. Phone Number: 800-929-2217 Tasting Hours: By appt. 10:00-4:30 Region: Napa Valley AVA, Rutherford AVA, California Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Review Date: 7/23/2016 Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Rating: 5 The Review Michael Honig stepped casually into the room dressed in a sport coat and blue […]
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Steven Kent – La Rochelle Barrel Room Review Address: 5443 Tesla Rd. Livermore,California 94550. Phone Number: 925-243-6440 Tasting Hours: By appt. 12:00-4:30 Region: Livermore Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Martin D. Redmond Review Date: 8/10/2013 Reviewer: Martin D. Redmond Rating: 4 The Review Steven Kent winery is owned by Steven Kent Mirassou. The Mirassou family has […]
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Epiphany Cellars Review Address: 2970 Grand Avenue Los Olivos,California 93441. Phone Number: 866-354-9463 Tasting Hours: 11:30-5:30 Region: Santa Barbara County, Santa Ynez Valley AVA, Los Olivos District AVA, California Reviewer: Review Date: 3/2/2013 Reviewer: Rating: 4 The Review The center of Los Olivos is an old town, not much more than an intersection, with the […]
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Acquiesce Winery Review Address: 22353 N. Tretheway Road Acampo,California 95220. Phone Number: 209-333-6102 Tasting Hours: Fri-Sun 11:00-5:00 Region: Lodi AVA, California Reviewer: Jill Barth Review Date: 11/8/2016 Reviewer: Jill Barth Rating: 5 The Review Susan Tipton, winemaker and founder of Acquiesce Winery & Vineyards in Lodi, California, fell in love with a white wine from […]
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Bridgeview Vineyard & Winery Review Address: 4210 Holland Loop Road Cave Junction,Oregon 97523. Phone Number: 877-273-4843 Tasting Hours: 11:00-5:00 Region: Southern Oregon AVA, Rogue Valley AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Nora Review Date: 5/8/2015 Reviewer: Nora Rating: 4 The Review Far from the hustle of Oregons wildly popular Willamette Valley, Bridgeview Winery has been quietly producing a […]
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Black Walnut – Phoenixville Review Address: 260 Bridge Street Phoenixville,Pennsylvania 19460. Phone Number: 484-924-8740 Tasting Hours: Wed-Thurs 4:00-9:00, Fri 4:00-10:00, Sat 11:00-10:00, Sun 1:00-8:00 Region: Pennsylvania Reviewer: Kat Collins Review Date: 4/30/2016 Reviewer: Kat Collins Rating: 4 The Review Sometimes you happen to find a good thing, and Black Walnut Winery is one of those […]
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Madrona Vineyards Review Address: 2560 High Hill Rd Camino,California 95709. Phone Number: 530-644-5948 Tasting Hours: 11:00-5:00 Region: Sierra Foothills AVA, El Dorado County, El Dorado AVA, California Reviewer: Yvonne Kochanowski Review Date: 3/23/2012 Reviewer: Yvonne Kochanowski Rating: 4 The Review Madroña Vineyards, unique at its high elevation of 3000 feet, actually consists of three different […]
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Bellview Winery Review Address: 150 Atlantic St. Landisville,New Jersey 08326. Phone Number: 856-697-7172 Tasting Hours: 10:00-5:00 Region: Outer Coastal Plain AVA, New Jersey Reviewer: Charlie Toms Review Date: 12/14/2013 Reviewer: Charlie Toms Rating: 4 The Review Jim Quarella of Bellview Winery has long been at the forefront of farming innovation. In order to compete with […]
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Bella Grace – Sutter Creek Review Address: 73 Main St Sutter Creek,California 95685. Phone Number: 209-267-8053 Tasting Hours: Thurs-Mon 11:00-5:00 Region: Sierra Foothills AVA, Amador County, California Reviewer: Elizabeth Smith Review Date: 11/5/2016 Reviewer: Elizabeth Smith Rating: 5 The Review During the 2016 Wine Bloggers Conference in Lodi, California, I had the great pleasure of […]
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Baily Vineyard & Winery Review Address: 33440 La Serena Way Temecula,California 92592. Phone Number: 951-676-9463 Tasting Hours: 11:00-5:00 (10:00-5:00 on Saturdays) Region: South Coast and S. California, Temecula Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Tara Torres Review Date: 5/17/2012 Reviewer: Tara Torres Rating: 3 The Review With the abundance and growing popularity of wine tasting in Temecula, […]
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Hiddencroft Vineyards Review Address: 12202 Axline Rd. Lovettsville,Virginia 20180. Phone Number: 540-535-5367 Tasting Hours: Thurs-Mon 12:00-6:00 and by appt. Region: Middleburg Virginia AVA, Virginia Reviewer: Brian Yost Review Date: 12/26/2013 Reviewer: Brian Yost Rating: 5 The Review In the far upper reaches of the Middleburg AVA youll find one of the northern-most wineries in the […]
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Paradise Ridge Winery – Kenwood Review Address: 8860 Sonoma Hwy Kenwood,California 95452. Phone Number: 707-282-9020 Tasting Hours: 10:00-6:00 Region: Sonoma County, Sonoma Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Sherrie Perkovich Review Date: 5/25/2014 Reviewer: Sherrie Perkovich Rating: 4 The Review Paradise Ridge, located in the hills of Santa Rosa, is owned by the Byck Family. Walter Byck […]
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Big Cottonwood Vineyards & Winery Review Address: 2865 County Road I Tekamah,Nebraska 68061. Phone Number: 402-374-2656 Tasting Hours: By appt. Region: Nebraska Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Review Date: 7/6/2014 Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Rating: 4 The Review There’s nothing fancy about Big Cottonwood Vineyard and Winery. That said, if and when you find yourself in […]
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Frank Family Vineyards Review Address: 1091 Larkmead Lane Calistoga,California 94515. Phone Number: 707-942-0859 Tasting Hours: 10:00-5:00 Region: Napa Valley AVA, Calistoga AVA, California Reviewer: Laura Cropper Review Date: 6/29/2016 Reviewer: Laura Cropper Rating: 5 The Review What a beautiful day at Frank family Winery! This picturesque Napa Valley winery, tucked about half way between the […]
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Hillsborough Vineyards Review Address: 36716 Charles Town Pike Hillsboro,Virginia 20132. Phone Number: 540-668-6216 Tasting Hours: 11:00-5:00 Region: Virginia Reviewer: Anthony Marocco Review Date: 8/24/2013 Reviewer: Anthony Marocco Rating: 4 The Review Founded by Zeynep and Bora Baki and their two boys, Hillsborough was a hobby that became a winery when Bora decided to retire to […]
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William Harrison Review Address: 1443 Silverado Trail S. St. Helena,California 94574. Phone Number: 707-963-8310 Tasting Hours: Wed-Sun 11:00-5:00 Region: Napa Valley AVA, Rutherford AVA, California Reviewer: Elizabeth Smith Review Date: 9/11/2016 Reviewer: Elizabeth Smith Rating: 5 The Review During my second visit to the Napa Valley in August 2009, I visited William Harrison Winery. My […]
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Chateau LaFayette Reneau Review Address: 5081 State Route 414 Hector,New York 14841. Phone Number: 607-546-2062 Tasting Hours: Apr-Oct: Mon-Sat 10:00-5:15, Sun 10:00-5:15; Nov-Mar: Mon-Sat 10:00-4:15, Sun 11:00-4:15 Region: Finger Lakes AVA, Seneca Lake AVA, New York Reviewer: Julie Grice Review Date: 2/10/2014 Reviewer: Julie Grice Rating: 3 The Review The exterior of Chateau LaFayette Reneau […]
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Covington Cellars Review Address: 18580 142nd Ave NE Woodinville,Washington 98072. Phone Number: 425-806-8636 Tasting Hours: Fri, Sun 1:00-5:00, Sat 12:00-5:00 and by appt. Dining on Fridays 5:00pm-9:00pm Region: Puget Sound AVA, Woodinville, Woodinville Warehouse District, Washington Reviewer: Denise Gangnes Review Date: 8/10/2013 Reviewer: Denise Gangnes Rating: 5 The Review One can only do so much […]
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Dobbes Family Estate Review Address: 240 SE 5th St. Dundee,Oregon 97115. Phone Number: 503-538-1141 Tasting Hours: 11:00-6:00 Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Dundee Hills AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Rob Boss Review Date: 6/7/2014 Reviewer: Rob Boss Rating: 5 The Review (Photos by Jai Soots) They’re bigger than you thought, and a lot bigger than they look. Situated […]
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Folino Estate Vineyard and Winery Review Address: 340 Old U.S. 22 Kutztown,Pennsylvania 19530. Phone Number: 484-452-3633 Tasting Hours: Wed-Sun: 11:00-8:00 Region: Lehigh Valley AVA, Pennsylvania Reviewer: Kat Collins Review Date: 11/3/2016 Reviewer: Kat Collins Rating: 4 The Review The first thing you notice when driving to Folino Estate Vineyard & Winery is that its big, […]
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Spottswoode Estate Vineyard & Winery Review Address: 1902 Madrona Ave. St. Helena,California 94574. Phone Number: 707-963-0134 Tasting Hours: By appt. Mon-Fri 10:00 Region: Napa Valley AVA, St. Helena AVA, California Reviewer: Tom Riley Review Date: 5/13/2016 Reviewer: Tom Riley Rating: 5 The Review If youre a lover of American wine, and eager to know more […]
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Sweet Baby Vineyard Review Address: 204 South Rd Kensington,New Hampshire 03883. Phone Number: 603-347-1738 Tasting Hours: Sat-Sun 12:00-5:00 and by appt. Region: New Hampshire Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Review Date: 6/19/2014 Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Rating: 3 The Review Google maps isn’t always your friend. Upon setting out for Sweet Baby Vineyard, we found ourselves […]
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Ponte Winery Review Address: 35053 Rancho California Rd. Temecula,California 92591. Phone Number: 951-694-8855 Tasting Hours: 10:00-5:00 Region: South Coast and S. California, Temecula Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Tara Torres Review Date: 7/8/2013 Reviewer: Tara Torres Rating: 4 The Review Ponte Winery offers numerous amenities, a great restaurant and a hotel. Grab a glass of wine […]
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Frangipani Winery and Vineyard Review Address: 39750 De Portola Road Temecula,California 92591. Phone Number: 951-699-8845 Tasting Hours: 10:00-6:00 Region: South Coast and S. California, Temecula Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Tara Torres Review Date: 7/8/2013 Reviewer: Tara Torres Rating: 5 The Review Slightly off the beaten path of the DePortola Wine Trail, you will find Frangipani […]
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Hudson-Chatham in Tannersville Review Address: 6063 Main Street Tannersville,New York 12485. Phone Number: 518-589-4193 Tasting Hours: Sun-Thurs 12:00-5:00, Fri 12:00-7:00, Sat 12:00-8:00 Region: New York Reviewer: Elizabeth Smith Review Date: 12/27/2016 Reviewer: Elizabeth Smith Rating: 5 The Review In August 2015, before I was an American Winery Guide correspondent, I spent a day visiting Hudson-Chatham […]
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San Diego Cellars Review Address: 2215 Kettner Blvd. San Diego,California 92101. Phone Number: 619-269-9463 Tasting Hours: Tues-Thurs 3:00-10:00, Fri 3:00-11:00, Sat 12:00-11:00, Sun 12:00-10:00 Region: South Coast and S. California, California Reviewer: Becky Parr Review Date: 9/9/2014 Reviewer: Becky Parr Rating: 5 The Review As I’ve reviewed wineries, I’ve sometimes described newer wineries as still […]
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Shelburne Vineyard Review Address: 6308 Shelburne Rd Shelburne,Vermont 05482. Phone Number: 802-985-8222 Tasting Hours: May-Oct: 11:00-6:00, Nov-Apr: 11:00-5:00 Region: Vermont Reviewer: Elizabeth Smith Review Date: 6/4/2016 Reviewer: Elizabeth Smith Rating: 4 The Review Shelburne Vineyard is a partnership between Ken Albert, Scott Prom, and most recently, Sam Coppola. The idea of winegrowing in Vermont began […]
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Whiskey Run Creek Vineyard & Winery Review Address: 702 Main St. Brownville,Nebraska 68321. Phone Number: 402-825-4601 Tasting Hours: Memorial Day-Labor Day: Wed-Sat 10:00-5:00, Sun 1:00-5:00 Region: Nebraska Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Review Date: 6/14/2014 Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Rating: 4 The Review Brownville, Nebraska, is a tourist destination unto itself. With incredible historic houses to […]
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Fox Run Vineyards Review Address: 670 State Route 14 Penn Yan,New York 14527. Phone Number: 315-536-4616 Tasting Hours: Mon-Sat 10:00-6:00, Sun 11:00-6:00 Region: Finger Lakes AVA, Seneca Lake AVA, New York Reviewer: Caroline Helper Review Date: 6/22/2012 Reviewer: Caroline Helper Rating: 5 The Review Perched high above one of the deepest parts of Seneca Lake, […]
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Januik – Novelty Hill Review Address: 14710 Woodinville-Redmond Rd. NE Woodinville,Washington 98072. Phone Number: 425-481-5502 Tasting Hours: 11:00-5:00 Region: Puget Sound AVA, Woodinville, Woodinville Tourist District, Washington Reviewer: Denise Gangnes Review Date: 3/7/2012 Reviewer: Denise Gangnes Rating: 4 The Review With more than 80 wineries in the Woodinville valley, how do you set yourself apart? […]
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Korbel Champagne Cellars Review Address: 13250 River Rd. Guerneville,California 95446. Phone Number: 707-824-7000 Tasting Hours: 10:00-4:30 Region: Sonoma Coast AVA, Sonoma County, Russian River Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Denise Gangnes Review Date: 3/18/2012 Reviewer: Denise Gangnes Rating: 5 The Review The story of how three Bohemian brothers came to America and carved a 125-year legacy […]
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Lovingston Winery Review Address: 885 Freshwater Cove Lane Lovingston,Virginia 22949. Phone Number: 434-263-8467 Tasting Hours: See website for wine tasting details. Region: Monticello AVA, Virginia Reviewer: Anthony Marocco Review Date: 7/5/2014 Reviewer: Anthony Marocco Rating: 4 The Review After browsing through the last couple editions of Wine Enthusiast, I came across multiple Virginia wineries posting […]
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Smasne Cellars Review Address: 19495 144th Ave NE – Suite B240 Woodinville,Washington 98072. Phone Number: 425-485-9461 Tasting Hours: Fri 2:00-7:00, Sat-Sun 12:00-6:00 and by appt. Region: Puget Sound AVA, Woodinville, Woodinville Warehouse District, Washington Reviewer: Denise Gangnes Review Date: 9/7/2013 Reviewer: Denise Gangnes Rating: 4 The Review Woodinvilles Warehouse District may have more curb than […]
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Vinoklet Winery Review Address: 11069 Colerain Ave. Cincinnati,Ohio 45252. Phone Number: 513-385-9309 Tasting Hours: Wed-Thurs 12:00-8:00, Fri-Sat 12:00-11:00, Sun 1:00-7:00 Region: Ohio River Valley AVA, Ohio Reviewer: Brian Yost Review Date: 11/28/2014 Reviewer: Brian Yost Rating: 5 The Review I had a single day to visit wineries in Southwestern Ohio, so I had to be […]
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Goose Watch Winery Review Address: 5480 State Route 89 Romulus,New York 14541. Phone Number: 315-549-2599 Tasting Hours: Jan-Feb: Fri-Mon 10:00-6:00; Mar-Dec: 10:00-6:00 Region: Finger Lakes AVA, Cayuga Lake AVA, New York Reviewer: Julie Grice Review Date: 11/9/2013 Reviewer: Julie Grice Rating: 5 The Review Most of the wines on Goose Watch Winery menu have received […]
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Carr Vineyards & Winery Review Address: 414 N. Salsipuedes Street Santa Barbara,California 93103. Phone Number: 805-965-7985 Tasting Hours: Mon-Sat 11:00-8:00, Sun 11:00-6:00 Region: Santa Barbara County, California Reviewer: Review Date: 7/14/2013 Reviewer: Rating: 4 The Review Carr Vineyards & Winery is unique in Santa Barbara. It literally stands apart from the other main wine tasting […]
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Hosmer Winery Review Address: 6999 State Route 89 Ovid,New York 14521. Phone Number: 607-869-3393 Tasting Hours: May-Oct: Mon-Sat 10:30-5:30, Sun 12:00-5:00; Nov-Apr: Mon-Sat 11:00-5:00, Sun 12:00-5:00 Region: Finger Lakes AVA, Cayuga Lake AVA, New York Reviewer: Julie Grice Review Date: 7/21/2013 Reviewer: Julie Grice Rating: 4 The Review Hosmer Winery, situated on the west side […]
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Leidenfrost Vineyards Review Address: 5677 State Route 414 Hector,New York 14841. Phone Number: 607-546-2800 Tasting Hours: May-Nov: 10:00-5:00; Dec-Apr: Sat-Sun 10:00-5:00 Region: Finger Lakes AVA, Seneca Lake AVA, New York Reviewer: Julie Grice Review Date: 3/23/2013 Reviewer: Julie Grice Rating: 4 The Review The Liedenfrost family has been making wine since 1947 but only began […]
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Red Lily Vineyards Review Address: 11777 Oregon 238 Jacksonville,Oregon 97530. Phone Number: 541-846-0475 Tasting Hours: Thurs-Sun 11:00-5:00 Region: Southern Oregon AVA, Rogue Valley AVA, Applegate Valley AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Liesa Morrow-Bratcher Review Date: 3/9/2014 Reviewer: Liesa Morrow-Bratcher Rating: 4 The Review On a cloudy, rainy Southern Oregon afternoon, the only thing better than curling up […]
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Bell Wine Cellars Review Address: 6200 Washington Street Yountville,California 94599. Phone Number: 707-944-1673 Tasting Hours: By appt. 10:00-4:00 Region: Napa Valley AVA, Yountville AVA, California Reviewer: Laura Cropper Review Date: 9/14/2015 Reviewer: Laura Cropper Rating: 5 The Review In California’s Napa Valley, just south of gorgeous downtown Yountville, youll find a hidden gem, Bell Wine […]
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Dana Campbell Vineyards Review Address: 1320 N. Mountain Ave. Ashland,Oregon 97520. Phone Number: 541-482-3798 Tasting Hours: Thurs-Sun 12:00-5:00 and by appt. Region: Southern Oregon AVA, Rogue Valley AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Liesa Morrow-Bratcher Review Date: 3/23/2014 Reviewer: Liesa Morrow-Bratcher Rating: 4 The Review Spring in Southern Oregon is beautiful and perfect for wine tasting; we decided […]
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Mount Palomar Winery Review Address: 33820 Rancho California Rd. Temecula,California 92591. Phone Number: 951-676-5047 Tasting Hours: 10:00-6:00 Region: South Coast and S. California, Temecula Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Tara Torres Review Date: 11/25/2012 Reviewer: Tara Torres Rating: 4 The Review Tucked away from the crowds and sitting in the middle of the vineyard, the Mount […]
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Margerum Wine Company Review Address: 813 Anacapa Street Santa Barbara,California 93101. Phone Number: 805-845-2034 Tasting Hours: 12:00-6:00 Region: Santa Barbara County, California Reviewer: Review Date: 6/8/2013 Reviewer: Rating: 4 The Review If you’re a wayward foodie or a wandering wine guru and you’ve found yourself in Santa Barbara by some strange twist of fortune, your […]
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Noble Pig Vineyards Review Address: 203 Main Street Carlton,Oregon 97111. Phone Number: 503-852-3038 Tasting Hours: Wed-Sun 12:00-5:00 Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Yamhill-Carlton Region, Oregon Reviewer: Rob Boss Review Date: 11/29/2015 Reviewer: Rob Boss Rating: 4 The Review (Photos by Jai Soots) Noble Pig resides in a comfortable, unpretentious but elegant, dark wood room on Main […]
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Smith-Madrone Vineyards & Winery Review Address: 4022 Spring Mountain Rd. St. Helena,California 94574. Phone Number: 707-963-2283 Tasting Hours: By appt. 11:00, 2:00 Region: Napa Valley AVA, Spring Mountain District AVA, California Reviewer: Martin D. Redmond Review Date: 6/23/2014 Reviewer: Martin D. Redmond Rating: 5 The Review Smith-Madrone Vineyard and Winery is a family run, estate-bottled […]
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Windcrest Winery Review Address: 3110 W. Branched Oak Rd. Raymond,Nebraska 68428. Phone Number: 402-783-2875 Tasting Hours: Mon-Thurs 3:00-9:00, Fri-Sat 10:00-9:00, Sun 12:00-9:00 Region: Nebraska Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Review Date: 5/3/2014 Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Rating: 3 The Review “You can do it your way, or my way,” said Dale Lilyhorn, as he explained his […]
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Malibu Family Wines Review Address: 31740 Mulholland Hwy Malibu,California 90265. Phone Number: 818-889-0120 Tasting Hours: See website for wine tasting details. Region: California Reviewer: Julie Dorris Review Date: 5/10/2012 Reviewer: Julie Dorris Rating: 4 The Review Theres nothing more freeing than heading up Highway 101 to escape the intensity of Los Angeles. As soon as […]
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Atwater Estate Vineyards Review Address: 5055 State Route 414 Burdett,New York 14841. Phone Number: 607-546-8463 Tasting Hours: Mon-Sat 10:00-5:00, Sun 11:00-5:00 Region: Finger Lakes AVA, Seneca Lake AVA, New York Reviewer: Julie Grice Review Date: 1/11/2014 Reviewer: Julie Grice Rating: 5 The Review The tasting room at Atwater Estate Vineyards is housed in a cheery […]
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Cottonwood Cellars Review Address: 5482 Hwy 348 Olathe,Colorado 81425. Phone Number: 970-323-6224 Tasting Hours: Wed-Sat 11:00-5:30 Region: Colorado Reviewer: Review Date: 6/24/2015 Reviewer: Rating: 4 The Review As anyone who has been a caregiver would know, it is an intense labor of love. While being rewarding in a way that is difficult to explain to […]
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Paumanok Vineyards Review Address: 1074 Main Road Aquebogue,New York 11931. Phone Number: 631-722-8800 Tasting Hours: 11:00-6:00 Region: Long Island AVA, North Fork of Long Island AVA, New York Reviewer: Joanne Dunne Review Date: 5/1/2012 Reviewer: Joanne Dunne Rating: 3 The Review The Place:  Upon arriving at Paumanok, the gravel parking lot is flanked on one side […]
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Reverie Review Address: 1520 Diamond Mountain Rd. Calistoga,California 94515. Phone Number: 707-337-9155 Tasting Hours: By appt. Region: Napa Valley AVA, Diamond Mountain District AVA, California Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Review Date: 6/29/2016 Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Rating: 5 The Review On my recent trip to the Napa Valley, I visited so many tasting rooms that […]
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Lincoln Peak Vineyard Review Address: 142 River Road New Haven,Vermont 05472. Phone Number: 803-388-7368 Tasting Hours: Wed-Sun 11:00-5:00 Region: Vermont Reviewer: Elizabeth Smith Review Date: 6/4/2016 Reviewer: Elizabeth Smith Rating: 5 The Review Three miles north of Middlebury and 25 miles south of Burlington in New Haven, Vermont, is one of Vermonts premier wine producers, […]
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Tedeschi Family Winery Review Address: 2779 Grant Street Calistoga,California 94515. Phone Number: 707-501-0668 Tasting Hours: By appt. 10:30-5:00 Region: Napa Valley AVA, Calistoga AVA, California Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Review Date: 6/29/2016 Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Rating: 5 The Review Down a little dirt road in the small, up-valley town of Calistoga in the Napa […]
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Blind Horse Winery Review Address: 6018 Superior Ave Kohler,Wisconsin 53044. Phone Number: 920-467-8599 Tasting Hours: See website for wine tasting details Region: Wisconsin Ledge AVA, Wisconsin Reviewer: Larschelby Kidd Review Date: 4/24/2014 Reviewer: Larschelby Kidd Rating: 5 The Review It’s always grand to be a part of something new. The Blind Horse Winery opened its […]
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Ehlers Estate Winery Review Address: 3222 Ehlers Lane St. Helena,California 94574. Phone Number: 707-963-5972 Tasting Hours: By appt. 9:30-3:30 Region: Napa Valley AVA, St. Helena AVA, California Reviewer: Laura Cropper Review Date: 1/14/2016 Reviewer: Laura Cropper Rating: 5 The Review The beautifully scenic drive heading north on route 29 leads you to the equally beautiful […]
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Glenora Wine Cellars Review Address: 5435 State Route 14 Dundee,New York 14837. Phone Number: 607-243-5511 Tasting Hours: See website for wine tasting details. Region: Finger Lakes AVA, Seneca Lake AVA, New York Reviewer: Caroline Helper Review Date: 6/22/2012 Reviewer: Caroline Helper Rating: 4 The Review Glenora Wine Cellars is the winery attached to Glenora Inn, […]
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Grace Estate Winery Review Address: 5273 Mount Juliet Farm Crozet,Virginia 22932. Phone Number: 434-823-1486 Tasting Hours: Wed-Sun 11:00-5:30 (11:00-8:00) Region: Monticello AVA, Virginia Reviewer: Anthony Marocco Review Date: 8/17/2014 Reviewer: Anthony Marocco Rating: 4 The Review For years, one of the larger growers in Crozet, Virginia was known by the name of Mount Juliet Farm. […]
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Delaney Vineyards And Winery Review Address: 2000 Champagne Boulevard Grapevine,Texas 76051. Phone Number: 817-481-5668 Tasting Hours: Wed-Sat 12:00-5:00 Region: Texas Reviewer: Adria Schmedthorst Review Date: 4/14/2012 Reviewer: Adria Schmedthorst Rating: 5 The Review Delaney, designed to resemble an old French chateau, is the original winery experience in the heart of North Texas. The Place:  Built as […]
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Soaring Wings Vineyard Review Address: 17111 S. 138th St. Springfield,Nebraska 68059. Phone Number: 402-253-2429 Tasting Hours: Wed-Sat 12:00-6:00, Sun 12:00-5:00 and by appt. Region: Nebraska Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Review Date: 5/31/2014 Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Rating: 5 The Review The expression Dont quit your day job doesnt apply to Jim Shaw; he has two […]
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Bogati Bodega & Vineyard Review Address: 35246 Harry Byrd Hwy Round Hill,Virginia 20142. Phone Number: 540-338-1144 Tasting Hours: 12:00-5:00, Fri open until 9:00 Region: Virginia Reviewer: Anthony Marocco Review Date: 8/17/2013 Reviewer: Anthony Marocco Rating: 4 The Review A few weekends ago while returning from my journey to Bluemont Vineyard, I passed Bogati Bodega & […]
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DelFosse Vineyards Review Address: 500 DelFosse Winery Lane Faber,Virginia 22938. Phone Number: 434-263-6100 Tasting Hours: Wed-Sun 11:00-5:00 and by appt. Region: Monticello AVA, Virginia Reviewer: Brian Yost Review Date: 10/30/2013 Reviewer: Brian Yost Rating: 5 The Review Traveling south from Charlottesville, Virginia on Route 29, you will cross the Nelson County line. You must then […]
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WayVine Winery & Vineyard Review Address: 4374 Forge Rd Nottingham,Pennsylvania 19363. Phone Number: 610-220-0128 Tasting Hours: Fri 5:00-8:00, Sat-Sun 12:00-6:00 or by appt. Region: Lancaster Valley AVA, Pennsylvania Reviewer: Laura Cropper Review Date: 12/29/2015 Reviewer: Laura Cropper Rating: 5 The Review Tucked away in scenic Nottingham, Pennsylvania, Wilson Vineyard is a wonderful destination. After travelling […]
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Lucas Vineyards Review Address: 3862 County Rd. 150 Interlaken,New York 14847. Phone Number: 607-532-4825 Tasting Hours: Nov-Feb: Mon-Sat 10:30-5:00, Sun 11:00-5:30; Mar-Oct: Mon-Sat 10:30-5:30, Sun 11:00-5:30 Region: Finger Lakes AVA, Cayuga Lake AVA, New York Reviewer: Julie Grice Review Date: 5/24/2013 Reviewer: Julie Grice Rating: 3 The Review The Place: Lucas Vineyards is a family vineyard […]
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Sokol Blosser Winery Review Address: 5000 NE Sokol Blosser Ln Dayton,Oregon 97115. Phone Number: 800-582-6668 Tasting Hours: 10:00-4:00 Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Dundee Hills AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Rob Boss Review Date: 7/1/2014 Reviewer: Rob Boss Rating: 5 The Review (Photos by Jai Soots) Sokol Blosser‘s gorgeous tasting room was only a year old when we […]
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Gorman Winery Tasting Room Review Address: 14505 148th Ave NE Woodinville,Washington 98072. Phone Number: 206-351-0719 Tasting Hours: Mon-Thurs 3:00-7:00, Fri-Sat 12:00-7:00, Sun 12:00-5:00 Region: Puget Sound AVA, Woodinville, Woodinville Tourist District, Washington Reviewer: Jade Helm Review Date: 5/25/2014 Reviewer: Jade Helm Rating: 4 The Review Three walls, a pinball machine, pizza delivery, and a guitar […]
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Crocker & Starr Review Address: 700 Dowdell Lane St. Helena,California 94574. Phone Number: 707-967-9111 Tasting Hours: By appt. Region: Napa Valley AVA, St. Helena AVA, California Reviewer: Elizabeth Smith Review Date: 9/11/2016 Reviewer: Elizabeth Smith Rating: 5 The Review As I turned off California Highway 29 and onto Dowdell Lane, I did not know quite […]
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Swiftwater Cellars Review Address: 301 Rope Rider Drive Cle Elum,Washington 98922. Phone Number: 509-737-0087 Tasting Hours: Wed-Sun noon-close Region: Washington Reviewer: Denise Gangnes Review Date: 5/5/2013 Reviewer: Denise Gangnes Rating: 5 The Review Pop quiz time: name a winery situated atop a coal mine. Stumped? Ok. Name a winery located on a golf course. Intrigued? […]
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Keller Estate Winery & Vineyards Review Address: 5875 Lakeville Highway Petaluma,California 94954. Phone Number: 707-765-2117 Tasting Hours: By appt. Fri-Mon 10:30-4:00 Region: Sonoma Coast AVA, Sonoma County, California Reviewer: Tom Riley Review Date: 7/19/2014 Reviewer: Tom Riley Rating: 5 The Review For more than 20 years, on my way to visit family members in Petaluma […]
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Laurita Vineyards & Winery Review Address: 85 Archertown Road New Egypt,New Jersey 08533. Phone Number: 609-758-8000 Tasting Hours: Wed 4:00-9:00, Thurs-Sat 12:00-9:00, Sun 12:00-7:00 Region: Outer Coastal Plain AVA, New Jersey Reviewer: Kat Collins Review Date: 6/5/2016 Reviewer: Kat Collins Rating: 4 The Review For those who know anything about New Egypt, New Jersey, and […]
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Va Piano Vineyards Review Address: 1793 JB George Road Walla Walla,Washington 99362. Phone Number: 509-529-0900 Tasting Hours: 11:00-5:00 (winter: Mon-Fri 11:00-4:00, Sat-Sun by appt.) Region: Columbia Valley AVA, Walla Walla Valley AVA, Washington Reviewer: Denise Gangnes Review Date: 3/21/2013 Reviewer: Denise Gangnes Rating: 4 The Review The intrinsic benefit of Walla Walla tasting is immersing […]
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Marker Cellars Review Address: 1484 County Road 2585 Alvord,Texas 76225. Phone Number: 214-632-0383 Tasting Hours: Fri-Sat and by appt. Region: Texas Reviewer: Becky Parr Review Date: 11/1/2014 Reviewer: Becky Parr Rating: 4 The Review Every once in a while, while visiting wineries, I feel like I’ve uncovered a well-kept secret. I didn’t know Marker Cellars […]
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CrossKeys Vineyard & Estates Review Address: 6011 East Timber Ridge Road Mt. Crawford,Virginia 22841. Phone Number: 540-234-0505 Tasting Hours: Apr-Oct: 11:00-7:00; Nov-Mar: 11:00-5:00 Region: Virginia Reviewer: Brian Yost Review Date: 6/14/2014 Reviewer: Brian Yost Rating: 5 The Review Everything about the Shenandoah Valley indicates that it is one of the most ideally suited regions in […]
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Rockbridge Vineyard Review Address: 35 Hill View Lane Raphine,Virginia 24472. Phone Number: 540-377-6204 Tasting Hours: Tues-Sat 10:00-6:00, Sun-Mon 12:00-5:00 Region: Shenandoah Valley AVA, Virginia Reviewer: Brian Yost Review Date: 11/16/2013 Reviewer: Brian Yost Rating: 4 The Review This is what I love about exploring wineries. You just never know what you’ll find. There really are […]
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Valley View Winery Review Address: 1000 Upper Applegate Rd. Jacksonville,Oregon 97530. Phone Number: 800-781-9463 Tasting Hours: 11:00-5:00 and by appt. Region: Southern Oregon AVA, Rogue Valley AVA, Applegate Valley AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Liesa Morrow-Bratcher Review Date: 3/9/2014 Reviewer: Liesa Morrow-Bratcher Rating: 4 The Review Valley View Winery is Southern Oregons oldest winery. It was originally […]
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Stinson Vineyards Review Address: 4744 Sugar Hollow Road Crozet,Virginia 22932. Phone Number: 434-823-7300 Tasting Hours: Thurs-Sun 11:00-5:00 and by appt. Region: Monticello AVA, Virginia Reviewer: Brian Yost Review Date: 1/21/2014 Reviewer: Brian Yost Rating: 4 The Review Piedmont House is a historic eighteen-century farmhouse located a few miles west of Charlottesville at the base of […]
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Osprey’s Dominion Vineyards Review Address: 44075 Main Rd. Peconic,New York 11971. Phone Number: 888-295-6188 Tasting Hours: Mon-Fri 11:00-5:00, Sat-Sun 11:00-6:00 Region: Long Island AVA, North Fork of Long Island AVA, New York Reviewer: Joanne Dunne Review Date: 5/1/2012 Reviewer: Joanne Dunne Rating: 3 The Review The Place:  At almost 100 acres, Ospreys Dominion is considered one […]
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Dutton-Goldfield Winery Review Address: 3100 Gravenstein Highway North Sebastapol,California 95472. Phone Number: 707-823-3887 Tasting Hours: 10:00-4:30 Region: Sonoma Coast AVA, Sonoma County, Russian River Valley AVA, Green Valley of Russian River Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Elizabeth Smith Review Date: 6/15/2016 Reviewer: Elizabeth Smith Rating: 5 The Review Dutton-Goldfield began in 1998 with a handshake between […]
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First Colony Winery Review Address: 1650 Harris Creek Rd. Charlottesville,Virginia 22902. Phone Number: 434-979-7105 Tasting Hours: Mon-Fri 10:00-6:00, Sat-Sun 11:00-6:00 and by appt. Region: Monticello AVA, Virginia Reviewer: James Houston Review Date: 7/13/2012 Reviewer: James Houston Rating: 4 The Review There are little places at the end of the road, and then there is First […]
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EOS Estate Winery Review Address: 2300 Airport Road Paso Robles,California 93446. Phone Number: 800-249-9463 Tasting Hours: 10:00-5:00 Region: Paso Robles AVA, Paso Robles Estrella District AVA, California Reviewer: Julie Dorris Review Date: 7/4/2012 Reviewer: Julie Dorris Rating: 4 The Review Some readers may take this as a warning, while it may pique the interest of […]
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Flora Springs Winery & Vineyards Tasting Room “The Room” Review Address: 677 St. Helena Highway South St. Helena,California 94574. Phone Number: 707-963-8032 Tasting Hours: 10:00-5:00 Region: Napa Valley AVA, St. Helena AVA, California Reviewer: Elizabeth Smith Review Date: 8/22/2015 Reviewer: Elizabeth Smith Rating: 5 The Review When you drive into the parking lot at Flora […]
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Jefferson Vineyards Review Address: 1353 Thomas Jefferson Parkway Charlottesville,Virginia 22902. Phone Number: 800-272-3042 Tasting Hours: Summer 10:00-6:00, Winter 9:00-5:00 Region: Monticello AVA, Virginia Reviewer: James Houston Review Date: 7/6/2012 Reviewer: James Houston Rating: 5 The Review While talking to Andy Reagan, Winemaker and General Manager of Jefferson Vineyards, you sense in him an urgency to […]
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Domaine Drouhin Review Address: 6750 Breyman Orchards Rd. Dayton,Oregon 97114. Phone Number: 503-864-2700 Tasting Hours: Wed-Sun 11:00-4:00 Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Dundee Hills AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Rob Boss Review Date: 7/18/2012 Reviewer: Rob Boss Rating: 5 The Review Walking into the tasting room of Domaine Drouhin Oregon is probably as close to entering a chateau […]
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Robert Biale Vineyards Review Address: 4038 Big Ranch Rd. Napa,California 94558. Phone Number: 707-257-7555 Tasting Hours: By appt. Region: Napa Valley AVA, Oak Knoll District of Napa Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Elizabeth Smith Review Date: 9/29/2016 Reviewer: Elizabeth Smith Rating: 5 The Review Not long ago, I had lunch with Maggie Pramuk Mazotti, daughter of […]
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Stoney Mesa Winery – Ptarmigan Vineyards Review Address: 16199 Happy Hollow Rd. Cedaredge,Colorado 81413. Phone Number: 970-856-9463 Tasting Hours: May 1-Oct 31: 11:00-5:00; Nov 1-Apr 30: Mon-Sat 11:00-5:00, Sun 12:00-3:30 Region: Colorado Reviewer: Review Date: 6/6/2013 Reviewer: Rating: 4 The Review Tucked away on 10 acres in the town of Cedaredge, Colorado sits a small […]
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Amigoni Urban Winery Review Address: 1505 Genessee Suite 100 Kansas City,Missouri 64102. Phone Number: 913-890-3289 Tasting Hours: Tues-Thurs, Sat 11:00-6:00; Fri 11:00-7:00, Sun 12:00-5:00 and by appt. Region: Missouri Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Review Date: 10/18/2014 Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Rating: 5 The Review Amigoni Urban Winery gives new meaning to the old line “You’re […]
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Homestead Vineyards & Winery- Grapevine Review Address: 211 E. Worth St Grapevine,Texas 76051. Phone Number: 817-251-9463 Tasting Hours: Mon-Wed 11:00-5:30, Thurs-Sat 11:00-9:30, Sun 12:00-5:30 Region: Texas Reviewer: Adria Schmedthorst Review Date: 4/14/2012 Reviewer: Adria Schmedthorst Rating: 3 The Review If you want to get away from the crowds of the Main Street Wine Trail, Homestead […]
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Municipal Winemakers Review Address: 22 Anacapa St Santa Barbara,California 93101. Phone Number: 805-931-8684 Tasting Hours: Mon-Wed & Sun 11:00-6:00, Thurs-Sat 11:00-11:00 Region: Santa Barbara County, California Reviewer: Review Date: 2/23/2013 Reviewer: Rating: 4 The Review Welcome to Santa Barbara, just under two hours north from Los Angeles. The seat of the eponymous wine valley, university, […]
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Parma Ridge Vineyards Review Address: 24509 Rudd Rd. Parma,Idaho 83660. Phone Number: 208-946-5187 Tasting Hours: Fri 12:00-9:00, Sat 12:00-5:00, Sun 11:00-5:00 and by appt. Region: Snake River Valley AVA, Idaho Reviewer: Review Date: 5/27/2016 Reviewer: Rating: 5 The Review Move over Stella, Sally has her wine groove back! As anyone who knows me well may […]
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Hawkins Cellars Review Address: 990 N Hwy 99W Dundee,Oregon 97115. Phone Number: 503-554-9885 Tasting Hours: Fri-Sun 11:00-5:00 Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Rob Boss Review Date: 9/14/2014 Reviewer: Rob Boss Rating: 4 The Review (Photos by Jai Soots) It’s always fun to taste wines from a new, up and coming wine maker, however humble […]
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Nissley Vineyards Review Address: 140 Vintage Dr. Bainbridge,Pennsylvania 17502. Phone Number: 717-426-3514 Tasting Hours: Mon-Sat 10:00-5:00, Sun 1:00-4:00 Region: Lancaster Valley AVA, Pennsylvania Reviewer: Joanne Dunne Review Date: 10/17/2015 Reviewer: Joanne Dunne Rating: 4 The Review The Place:  Nestled towards the edge of Lancaster County and the Susquehaana River, you’ll find Nissley Vineyards located down a […]
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Jessie Creek Winery Review Address: 1 North Delsea Drive Cape May Court House,New Jersey 08210. Phone Number: 609-536-2092 Tasting Hours: 11:00-5:00 Region: Outer Coastal Plain AVA, New Jersey Reviewer: Charlie Toms Review Date: 8/24/2013 Reviewer: Charlie Toms Rating: 4 The Review Jessie Creek Winery is located in Cape May County, a major New Jersey resort […]
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John Anthony Vineyards Review Address: 1440 First Street Napa,California 94559. Phone Number: 707-265-7711 Tasting Hours: 10:00-2:00 Region: Napa Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Review Date: 7/2/2016 Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Rating: 5 The Review The sun was coming down rather intensely on a late afternoon in Napa, occasionally ducking behind a cloud for […]
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Junto Wine Review Address: 1356 182nd St Seward,Nebraska 68434. Phone Number: 402-803-0587 Tasting Hours: Thurs-Fri 4:00-9:00, Sat 1:00-9:00, Sun 1:00-6:00 and by appt. Region: Nebraska Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Review Date: 5/23/2015 Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Rating: 4 The Review We pulled off of the gravel road a half hour outside of Lincoln, Nebraska, where […]
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Old Creek Ranch Winery Review Address: 10024 Old Creek Rd. Ventura,California 93022. Phone Number: 805-649-4132 Tasting Hours: Closed for remodeling Region: California Reviewer: Julie Dorris Review Date: 7/16/2012 Reviewer: Julie Dorris Rating: 4 The Review When youre heading to or from downtown Ojai on highway 33, theres an irresistible little departure down a country road […]
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Heron Hill Winery Review Address: 9301 County Route 76 Hammondsport,New York 14840. Phone Number: 607-868-4241 Tasting Hours: Mon-Sat 10:00-5:00, Sun 12:00-5:00 (Sep-Oct open at 10am daily) Region: Finger Lakes AVA, New York Reviewer: Caroline Helper Review Date: 6/22/2012 Reviewer: Caroline Helper Rating: 4 The Review Heron Hill Winery is situated in one of the most […]
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Monticello Vineyards – Corley Family Napa Valley Review Address: 4242 Big Ranch Road Napa,California 94558. Phone Number: 707-253-2802 Tasting Hours: 10:00-4:30 Region: Napa Valley AVA, Oak Knoll District of Napa Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Becky Parr Review Date: 8/8/2013 Reviewer: Becky Parr Rating: 4 The Review Ive been to Monticello Thomas Jeffersons home in […]
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Sheldrake Point Vineyard Review Address: 7448 County Rd. 153 Ovid,New York 14521. Phone Number: 607-532-9401 Tasting Hours: Apr-Oct: 10:00-5:30, Nov-Mar: 11:00-5:00 Region: Finger Lakes AVA, Cayuga Lake AVA, New York Reviewer: Julie Grice Review Date: 5/18/2013 Reviewer: Julie Grice Rating: 5 The Review The Place: Sheldrake Point is at the quintessential Finger Lakes winery location, situated […]
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Silver Trident Winery Review Address: 6495 Washington Street Yountville,California 94599. Phone Number: 707-945-0311 Tasting Hours: 12:00-7:00 Region: Napa Valley AVA, Yountville AVA, California Reviewer: Martin D. Redmond Review Date: 5/16/2016 Reviewer: Martin D. Redmond Rating: 5 The Review Silver Trident Winery is a Napa Valley-based winery located in Yountville, the charming Culinary Capital of the […]
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Ackerman Family Vineyards Review Address: 608 Randolph Street Napa,California 94559. Phone Number: 866-334-8857 Tasting Hours: By appt. 10:00-4:00 Region: Napa Valley AVA, Coombsville AVA, California Reviewer: Elizabeth Smith Review Date: 2/8/2017 Reviewer: Elizabeth Smith Rating: 5 The Review I am sure that during my commutes around the city of Napa, I have passed the Ackerman […]
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Hudson-Chatham Winery – Troy Review Address: 203 River St Troy,New York 12180. Phone Number: 518-392-9463 Tasting Hours: Tues-Sun 10:30-5:00 Region: New York Reviewer: Elizabeth Smith Review Date: 7/22/2017 Reviewer: Elizabeth Smith Rating: 5 The Review A lifetime ago, when I was a community college professor who knew nothing about wine, I was contemplating a move […]
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Ken Wright Cellars / Tyrus Evan Review Address: 236 N Kutch St. Carlton,Oregon 97111. Phone Number: 503-852-7010 Tasting Hours: Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Yamhill-Carlton Region, Oregon Reviewer: Rob Boss Review Date: 8/31/2013 Reviewer: Rob Boss Rating: 4 The Review A longtime staple of the Oregon wine lovers, undisputed authority on terroir and on top of […]
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Valhalla Vineyards Review Address: 6500 Mt. Chestnut Rd. Roanoke,Virginia 24018. Phone Number: 540-725-9463 Tasting Hours: Apr 4-Dec 28: Fri 4:00-7:00 (closed Fri in Nov & Dec), Sat 12:00-5:00, Sun 1:00-5:00 Region: Virginia Reviewer: Brian Yost Review Date: 9/28/2013 Reviewer: Brian Yost Rating: 5 The Review The Shenandoah Valley doesnt have the concentration of wineries that […]
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Greenhill Winery & Vineyards Review Address: 23595 Winery Lane Middleburg,Virginia 20117. Phone Number: 540-687-6968 Tasting Hours: 12:00-Sunset Region: Middleburg Virginia AVA, Virginia Reviewer: Anthony Marocco Review Date: 11/9/2014 Reviewer: Anthony Marocco Rating: 4 The Review Every fall, my wife and I enjoy heading out to Middleburg to take in the beauty of the historic town, […]
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Ox-Eye Vineyards Review Address: 44 Middlebrook Avenue Staunton,Virginia 24401. Phone Number: 540-849-7926 Tasting Hours: Jan-Mar: Mon, Wed, Thurs, Sun 12:00-5:00, Fri 12:00-7:00, Sat 11:00-7:00 Region: Shenandoah Valley AVA, Virginia Reviewer: Anthony Marocco Review Date: 2/23/2013 Reviewer: Anthony Marocco Rating: 4 The Review While glancing at the Virginia Winery Guide map during our trip around the […]
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Casanel Vineyards Review Address: 17952 Canby Rd Leesburg,Virginia 20175. Phone Number: 540-751-1776 Tasting Hours: Jan 17-Dec 15: Thurs 2:00-6:00, Fri-Mon 11:00-6:00 Region: Middleburg Virginia AVA, Virginia Reviewer: Richard Rynders Review Date: 1/23/2015 Reviewer: Richard Rynders Rating: 3 The Review Recommended to me by a “competing” tasting room host, I ventured to Casanel Vineyards & Winery […]
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Grassini Family Vineyards TR Review Address: 813 Anacapa St., El Paseo # 6 Santa Barbara,California 93101. Phone Number: 805-897-3366 Tasting Hours: 12:00-6:00 Region: Santa Barbara County, California Reviewer: Review Date: 2/23/2013 Reviewer: Rating: 4 The Review The Grassini tasting room in “El Paseo,” just off the beaten path of State Street in downtown Santa Barbara, […]
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Coopers Hall Winery and Taproom Review Address: 404 SE 6th Avenue Portland,Oregon 97214. Phone Number: 503-719-7000 Tasting Hours: Sun-Thurs 5:00-close, Fri-Sat 5:00-midnight Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Rob Boss Review Date: 8/6/2015 Reviewer: Rob Boss Rating: 4 The Review (Photos by Jai Soots) Coopers Hall is located “just across the river,” a few blocks […]
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Bernardo Winery Review Address: 13330 Paseo Del Verano Norte San Diego,California 92128. Phone Number: 858-487-1866 Tasting Hours: Mon-Fri 9:00-5:00, Sat-Sun 9:00-6:00 (Winter: Daily 9:00-5:00) Region: South Coast and S. California, California Reviewer: Julie Dorris Review Date: 7/31/2012 Reviewer: Julie Dorris Rating: 4 The Review Imagine a small village complete with galleries, shops, cafés, and even […]
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Flat Creek Estate Review Address: 24912 Singleton Bend East Rd. Marble Falls,Texas 78654. Phone Number: 512-267-6310 Tasting Hours: Tues-Sun 11:00-5:00 Region: Texas Hill Country AVA, Texas Reviewer: Becky Parr Review Date: 8/31/2013 Reviewer: Becky Parr Rating: 4 The Review We visited Flat Creek Estate on a hot and steamy August afternoon but the heat […]
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Lumiere Winery Review Address: 39555 Calle Contento Temecula,California 92591. Phone Number: 951-972-0585 Tasting Hours: Fri-Sun 11:00-6:00 and by appt. Region: South Coast and S. California, Temecula Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Tara Torres Review Date: 7/27/2012 Reviewer: Tara Torres Rating: 3 The Review Lumiere Winery is one Temecula wine country’s newest wineries and offers a modest […]
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MacRostie Winery Review Address: 4605 Westside Road Healdsburg,California 95448. Phone Number: 707-473-9303 Tasting Hours: Mon-Thurs 11:00-5:00, Fri-Sun 10:00-5:00 Region: Sonoma Coast AVA, Sonoma County, Russian River Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Elizabeth Smith Review Date: 6/15/2016 Reviewer: Elizabeth Smith Rating: 5 The Review Thirteen years after beginning his career as a winemaker at Hacienda Winery in […]
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Cowtown Winery Review Address: 112 W. Exchange Ave. Fort Worth,Texas 76164. Phone Number: 817-626-1011 Tasting Hours: Mon-Wed 11:00-7:00, Thurs-Sat 11:00-9:00, Sun 11:00-5:00 Region: Texas Reviewer: Becky Parr Review Date: 6/19/2014 Reviewer: Becky Parr Rating: 4 The Review The Fort Worth Stockyards are all about cows barbecue, burgers, and steak, along with the live ones […]
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Fabbioli Cellars Review Address: 15669 Limestone School Road Leesburg,Virginia 20176. Phone Number: 703-771-1197 Tasting Hours: 11:00-5:00 or by appt. Region: Virginia Reviewer: James Houston Review Date: 7/14/2012 Reviewer: James Houston Rating: 4 The Review I never planned on building a tasting room, says Doug Fabbioli. The gregarious owner of Fabbioli Cellars is reminiscing about the […]
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Flag Hill Winery & Distillery Review Address: 297 N. River Rd. Lee,New Hampshire 03824. Phone Number: 603-659-2949 Tasting Hours: Wed-Sun 11:00-5:00 Region: New Hampshire Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Review Date: 6/19/2014 Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Rating: 4 The Review New Hampshire’s largest commercial vineyard is located, well, on top of a hill, and with a […]
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Natali Vineyards Review Address: 221 US Highway 47 Cape May Courthouse,New Jersey 08210. Phone Number: 609-465-0075 Tasting Hours: See website for wine tasting details. Region: Outer Coastal Plain AVA, New Jersey Reviewer: Charlie Toms Review Date: 8/3/2013 Reviewer: Charlie Toms Rating: 5 The Review Cape May County is a major resort area in New Jersey, […]
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Villa Appalaccia Winery Review Address: 752 Rock Castle Gorge Rd. Floyd,Virginia 24091. Phone Number: 540-593-3100 Tasting Hours: See website for wine tasting details. Region: Rocky Knob AVA, Virginia Reviewer: Brian Yost Review Date: 9/9/2014 Reviewer: Brian Yost Rating: 5 The Review The Rocky Knob American Viticultural Area (AVA) straddles the Blue Ridge Parkway in Southwestern […]
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Ramulose Ridge Vineyards Review Address: 3061 Hendricks Store Road Moneta,Virginia 24121. Phone Number: 540-309-6375 Tasting Hours: Thurs-Mon 12:00-5:00 Region: Virginia Reviewer: Anthony Marocco Review Date: 9/28/2013 Reviewer: Anthony Marocco Rating: 3 The Review A few weeks back, my fiance and I headed down to meet her family and family friends at Smith Mountain Lake. The […]
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Sugarloaf Mountain Vineyard Review Address: 18125 Comus Rd Dickerson,Maryland 20842. Phone Number: 301-605-0130 Tasting Hours: 12:00-6:00 and by appt. Region: Maryland Reviewer: Jim Finley Review Date: 7/12/2014 Reviewer: Jim Finley Rating: 4 The Review For wine lovers with pets and/or children, Sugarloaf Mountain Vineyards is a wonderful, weekend wine tasting destination. The outside tastings with […]
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Times Ten Cellars – Fort Worth Review Address: 1100 Foch Street Fort Worth,Texas 76107. Phone Number: 817-336-9463 Tasting Hours: Tues-Wed 1:00-10:00, Thurs 1:00-11:00, Fri-Sat 1:00-12:00, Sun 3:00-9:00 Region: Texas Reviewer: Adria Schmedthorst Review Date: 5/9/2012 Reviewer: Adria Schmedthorst Rating: 5 The Review Times Ten Cellars offers a comfortable yet sophisticated winery experience in the heart […]
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Utopia Vineyard and Cellars Review Address: 17445 NE Ribbon Ridge Rd. Newberg,Oregon 97132. Phone Number: 503-687-1671 Tasting Hours: May 1-Nov 30: 11:00-6:00; Dec 1-Apr 30: Sat-Sun 11:00-6:00 Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Chehalem Mountains AVA, Ribbon Ridge AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Rob Boss Review Date: 6/25/2015 Reviewer: Rob Boss Rating: 4 The Review (Photos by Jai Soots) […]
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Cayuga Ridge Estate Winery Review Address: 6800 State Route 89 Ovid,New York 14521. Phone Number: 607-869-5158 Tasting Hours: Mid-May to Mid-Nov: Sun-Thurs 10:30-5:30, Fri-Sat 10:30-8:00; Nov-May: Fri-Sun 10:30-5:00 Region: Finger Lakes AVA, Cayuga Lake AVA, New York Reviewer: Julie Grice Review Date: 8/17/2013 Reviewer: Julie Grice Rating: 5 The Review Cayuga Ridge Estate Winery, located […]
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Scott Paul Wines Review Address: 128 S. Pine St Carlton,Oregon 97111. Phone Number: 503-274-4700 Tasting Hours: Dec-Mar: Sat 1:00-5:00; Apr-Nov: Wed-Sun 11:00-4:00 Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Yamhill-Carlton Region, Oregon Reviewer: Rob Boss Review Date: 11/29/2015 Reviewer: Rob Boss Rating: 5 The Review (Photos by Jai Soots) Scott Paul Winerys operation lies just off Main Street […]
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South Coast Winery Review Address: 34843 Rancho California Rd. Temecula,California 92591. Phone Number: 951-587-9463 Tasting Hours: See website for wine tasting details. Region: South Coast and S. California, Temecula Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Tara Torres Review Date: 3/27/2013 Reviewer: Tara Torres Rating: 4 The Review South Coast Winery is the complete package: restaurant, resort, spa, […]
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Duchman Family Winery Review Address: 13308 FM 150 W Driftwood,Texas 78619. Phone Number: 512-894-3111 Tasting Hours: Mon 12:00-6:00, Tues-Sun 11:00-8:00 Region: Texas Hill Country AVA, Texas Reviewer: Becky Parr Review Date: 7/13/2014 Reviewer: Becky Parr Rating: 4 The Review If it hadn’t been for the heat, I might have thought I was in Tuscany. Of […]
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Lasseter Family Winery Review Address: 1 Vintage Ln. Glen Ellen,California 95442. Phone Number: 707-933-2800 Tasting Hours: By appt. daily at 10:00 Region: Sonoma County, Sonoma Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Sherrie Perkovich Review Date: 3/28/2015 Reviewer: Sherrie Perkovich Rating: 5 The Review Famed animated movie producer John Lassetter (Pixar) and his wife own and operate Lassetter […]
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Sage Hill Vineyard & Winery Review Address: 32621 Rock Creek Rd Parks,Nebraska 69041. Phone Number: 308-423-9463 Tasting Hours: Thurs-Mon 1:00-6:00 and by appt. Region: Nebraska Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Review Date: 5/26/2014 Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Rating: 5 The Review To say that Parks, Nebraska, is in the middle of nowhere might offend the middle […]
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Chateau Morrisette Review Address: 287 Winery Rd. SW Floyd,Virginia 24120. Phone Number: 540-593-2865 Tasting Hours: Mon-Thurs 10:00-5:00, Fri-Sat 10:00-6:00, Sun 11:00-5:00 Region: Rocky Knob AVA, Virginia Reviewer: Brian Yost Review Date: 9/1/2014 Reviewer: Brian Yost Rating: 4 The Review In the late 1970’s, the first Virginia wineries were getting their start, and the reigning school […]
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Maurice Car’rie Winery Review Address: 34225 Rancho California Rd. Temecula,California 92591. Phone Number: 951-676-1711 Tasting Hours: 10:00-5:00 Region: South Coast and S. California, Temecula Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Tara Torres Review Date: 7/27/2012 Reviewer: Tara Torres Rating: 3 The Review One of the original wineries in Temecula, with grapes dating back to 1968, Maurice Carrie […]
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Westcave Cellars Winery Review Address: 25711 Hamilton Pool Road Round Mountain,Texas 78663. Phone Number: 512-431-1403 Tasting Hours: Mon, Fri-Sat 11:00-6:00, Sun 12:00-6:00 and by appt. Region: Texas Hill Country AVA, Texas Reviewer: Becky Parr Review Date: 9/4/2013 Reviewer: Becky Parr Rating: 4 The Review It was a typical blistering central Texas day when we drove […]
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Domaine Serene Winery Review Address: 6555 NE Hilltop Lane Dayton,Oregon 97114. Phone Number: 503-864-4600 Tasting Hours: 11:00-4:00 Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Dundee Hills AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Rob Boss Review Date: 7/2/2014 Reviewer: Rob Boss Rating: 5 The Review (Photos by Jai Soots) What wine would you produce if you could build a dream facility? What […]
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Buttonwood Grove Winery Review Address: 5986 State Route 89 Romulus,New York 14541. Phone Number: 607-869-9760 Tasting Hours: Jan-Mar: Fri-Mon 10:00-5:30; Apr-Dec: 10:00-5:30 Region: Finger Lakes AVA, Cayuga Lake AVA, New York Reviewer: Julie Grice Review Date: 10/6/2013 Reviewer: Julie Grice Rating: 4 The Review While the wines at Buttonwood Grove Winery are fine in terms […]
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Winery 32 Review Address: 15066 Limestone School Road Leesburg,Virginia 20176. Phone Number: 240-687-1989 Tasting Hours: Sat-Sun 11:00-5:00 Region: Virginia Reviewer: Anthony Marocco Review Date: 7/20/2014 Reviewer: Anthony Marocco Rating: 4 The Review Word travels fast amongst industry folks when it comes to new, exciting Virginia wineries, and Winery 32 is among the newest that have […]
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DeLoach Vineyards Review Address: 1791 Olivet Rd. Santa Rosa,California 95401. Phone Number: 707-526-9111 Tasting Hours: 10:00-5:00 Region: Sonoma Coast AVA, Sonoma County, Russian River Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Denise Gangnes Review Date: 3/10/2012 Reviewer: Denise Gangnes Rating: 5 The Review If you follow the Olivet Road you can spend an entire weekend visiting wineries located […]
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Bell Springs Winery Review Address: 3700 Bell Springs Road Dripping Springs,Texas 78620. Phone Number: 830-483-9463 Tasting Hours: Thurs 12:00-5:00, Fri 12:00-6:00, Sat-Sun 11:00-6:00 Region: Texas Hill Country AVA, Texas Reviewer: Becky Parr Review Date: 8/23/2015 Reviewer: Becky Parr Rating: 4 The Review Its a pleasant drive from Fredericksburg into Austin; an hour and a half […]
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Fenn Valley Vineyards Review Address: 6130 122nd Ave. Fennville,Michigan 49408. Phone Number: 269-561-2396 Tasting Hours: Nov-Jun: Mon-Sat 11:00-5:00, Sun 1:00-5:00; Jul-Aug Mon-Sat 11:00-6:00, Sun 12:00-5:00, Sep-Oct: Fri-Sat 11:00-6:00 Region: Lake Michigan Shore AVA, Fennville AVA, Michigan Reviewer: Jill Barth Review Date: 1/16/2016 Reviewer: Jill Barth Rating: 4 The Review We stopped into Fenn Valley Vineyards […]
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Galen Glen Vineyard And Winery Review Address: 255 Winter Mtn. Dr. Andreas,Pennsylvania 18211. Phone Number: 570-386-3682 Tasting Hours: Wed-Fri 12:00-5:00, Sat 10:00-5:00, Sun 12:00-5:00 Region: Lehigh Valley AVA, Pennsylvania Reviewer: Kat Collins Review Date: 1/16/2016 Reviewer: Kat Collins Rating: 5 The Review Your first thought is, Where are we? Is there really a winery out […]
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Halter Ranch Vineyard Review Address: 8910 Adelaida Rd. Paso Robles,California 93446. Phone Number: 888-367-9977 Tasting Hours: 11:00-5:00 Region: Paso Robles AVA, Adelaida District AVA, California Reviewer: Anthony Marocco Review Date: 7/19/2014 Reviewer: Anthony Marocco Rating: 4 The Review As we were departing Justin Vineyards, the tasting room staff offered us suggestions on destinations to visit […]
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Palumbo Family Vineyard & Winery Review Address: 40150 Barksdale Circle Temecula,California 92591. Phone Number: 951-676-7900 Tasting Hours: 11:00-5:00 and by appt. Region: South Coast and S. California, Temecula Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Tara Torres Review Date: 6/11/2013 Reviewer: Tara Torres Rating: 4 The Review Away from any of the wine trails, Palumbo Family Vineyards and […]
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Robert Renzoni Vineyards Review Address: 37350 De Portola Rd. Temecula,California 92592. Phone Number: 951-302-8466 Tasting Hours: 11:00-6:00 and by appt. Region: South Coast and S. California, Temecula Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Tara Torres Review Date: 9/12/2012 Reviewer: Tara Torres Rating: 4 The Review Robert Renzoni, a budding Temecula winery steeped in Italian roots, offers a […]
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Duck Walk North Review Address: 44535 Main Road Southold,New York 11971. Phone Number: 631-765-3500 Tasting Hours: 11:00-5:30 Region: Long Island AVA, North Fork of Long Island AVA, New York Reviewer: Joanne Dunne Review Date: 5/1/2012 Reviewer: Joanne Dunne Rating: 3 The Review The Place:  Duckwalk Vineyards North was founded in 1994 and is the second winery […]
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Cross Timbers Winery Review Address: 805 N. Main St. Grapevine,Texas 76051. Phone Number: 817-488-6789 Tasting Hours: Mon 12:00-5:00, Tues-Thurs 3:00-8:00, Fri-Sat 12:00-5:00, Sun 12:30-5:00 Region: Texas Reviewer: Adria Schmedthorst Review Date: 4/14/2012 Reviewer: Adria Schmedthorst Rating: 5 The Review Cross Timbers delivers perhaps the most unique winery experience Grapevine has to offer with a former […]
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Mac’s Creek Vineyards & Winery Review Address: 43315 Rd. 757 Lexington,Nebraska 68550. Phone Number: 308-324-0440 Tasting Hours: Labor Day-Memorial Day: Thurs-Sat 12:00-6:00, Sun 1:00-5:00 Region: Nebraska Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Review Date: 5/27/2014 Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Rating: 5 The Review “This I’ll Defend.” The motto of the Scottish Clan MacFarlane is prominently featured in […]
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Anne Amie Vineyards Review Address: 6580 NE Mineral Springs Rd. Carlton,Oregon 97111. Phone Number: 503-864-2991 Tasting Hours: Mar-Dec 10:00-5:00; Jan-Feb: Fri-Sun 10:00-5:00 and by appt. Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Yamhill-Carlton AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Rob Boss Review Date: 7/27/2013 Reviewer: Rob Boss Rating: 5 The Review Photos by Jai Soots Its a stunning view in reverse, […]
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Kog Hill Winery Review Address: 105 Twin County Rd. Morgantown,Pennsylvania 19543. Phone Number: 610-913-6609 Tasting Hours: Thurs, Fri, Sun 12:00-6:00, Sat 10:00-6:00 and by appt. Region: Lancaster Valley AVA, Pennsylvania Reviewer: Jen Fromal Review Date: 5/13/2012 Reviewer: Jen Fromal Rating: 4 The Review Part of the Berks County Wine Trail, a small winery, tasting room […]
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Sand Castle Winery Review Address: 755 River Rd. Erwinna,Pennsylvania 18920. Phone Number: 800-722-9463 Tasting Hours: Mon-Sat 10:00-5:00, Sun 11:00-5:00 Region: Central Delaware Valley AVA, Pennsylvania Reviewer: Jen Fromal Review Date: 12/7/2012 Reviewer: Jen Fromal Rating: 3 The Review Set along the banks of the Delaware River, Sand Castle Winerys expansive grounds are impressive, but the […]
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Mount Salem Vineyards Review Address: 54 Mount Salem Road Pittstown,New Jersey 08867. Phone Number: 908-735-9359 Tasting Hours: Sat-Sun 12:00-5:00 and by appt. Region: New Jersey Reviewer: Charlie Toms Review Date: 2/11/2014 Reviewer: Charlie Toms Rating: 5 The Review Specializing in premium wines made from Austrian and Northern Italian grapes, Mount Salem Vineyards is rather unique […]
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Titus Vineyards Review Address: 2971 Silverado Trail North St. Helena,California 94574. Phone Number: 707-963-3235 Tasting Hours: By appt. Wed-Mon 10:00-3:30 Region: Napa Valley AVA, St. Helena AVA, California Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Review Date: 3/7/2016 Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Rating: 5 The Review My wife became pregnant during the winter of 2014, and in September […]
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Truchard Vineyards Review Address: 3234 Old Sonoma Rd. Napa,California 94559. Phone Number: 707-253-7153 Tasting Hours: By appt. Mon-Sat Region: Napa Valley AVA, Los Carneros AVA, California Reviewer: Tom Riley Review Date: 5/28/2014 Reviewer: Tom Riley Rating: 5 The Review For years I’ve been driving through Los Carneros that rolling strip of vineyards and farms […]
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Rappahannock Cellars Review Address: 14437 Hume Rd. Huntly,Virginia 22640. Phone Number: 540-635-9398 Tasting Hours: Sun-Fri 11:30-5:00, Sat 11:30-6:00 Region: Virginia Reviewer: Anthony Marocco Review Date: 4/12/2014 Reviewer: Anthony Marocco Rating: 5 The Review The Delmare family moved from California in the late 1990s with the hope of raising their family in a farming environment. The […]
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Archery Summit Winery Review Address: 18599 NE Archery Summit Rd. Dayton,Oregon 97114. Phone Number: 503-864-4300 Tasting Hours: 10:30-4:30 Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Dundee Hills AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Rob Boss Review Date: 7/1/2012 Reviewer: Rob Boss Rating: 4 The Review One of Oregons most prestigious wineries, Archery Summit was named after the road on which it […]
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Barren Ridge Vineyards Review Address: 984 Barren Ridge Road Fisherville,Virginia 22939. Phone Number: 540-248-3300 Tasting Hours: Mon-Wed 11:00-6:00, Thurs-Sat: 11:00-8:00, Sun 1:00-6:00 Region: Virginia Reviewer: Anthony Marocco Review Date: 1/16/2013 Reviewer: Anthony Marocco Rating: 4 The Review The Place:  Located on a high ridge in the Shenandoah Valley, tucked between the Blue Ridge and Allegheny Mountains, […]
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Hopewell Valley Vineyards Review Address: 46 Yard Rd. Pennington,New Jersey 08534. Phone Number: 609-737-4465 Tasting Hours: 12:00-5:00 Region: New Jersey Reviewer: Charlie Toms Review Date: 5/3/2014 Reviewer: Charlie Toms Rating: 4 The Review Winemaking is in Sergio and Violetta Neri’s blood. Sergio’s family owned vineyards in Tuscany where they made Brunello di Montalcino wines, and […]
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Leonesse Cellars Review Address: 38311 De Portola Rd. Temecula,California 92592. Phone Number: 951-302-7601 Tasting Hours: 11:00-5:00 Region: South Coast and S. California, Temecula Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Tara Torres Review Date: 9/12/2012 Reviewer: Tara Torres Rating: 5 The Review Leoness Winery, located on the secluded Deportola Road, features hand crafted wines and dramatic views of […]
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Nissen Wine Review Address: 88973 Hwy 57 Harrington,Nebraska 68739. Phone Number: 402-254-3426 Tasting Hours: Sept 4-7: 10:00-6:00 Region: Nebraska Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Review Date: 6/6/2014 Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Rating: 4 The Review Just outside of Hartington in Nebraskas upper east corner, along Scenic Byway 12, better known as The Outlaw Trail, a somewhat […]
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Sawtooth Winery Review Address: 19348 Lowell Rd. Building C Caldwell,Idaho 83607. Phone Number: 208-467-1200 Tasting Hours: 11:00-5:00 Region: Snake River Valley AVA, Idaho Reviewer: Review Date: 8/28/2013 Reviewer: Rating: 4 The Review Wednesday August 28, 2013 started out hot. At 5 am it was nearly 80 degrees and overcast. So whats a girl to do […]
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Dark Horse Wine Bar Review Address: 1505 Portland Rd, Suite 230 Newberg,Oregon 97132. Phone Number: 503-758-0557 Tasting Hours: Thurs-Sat 11:00-5:00 Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Rob Boss Review Date: 11/10/2012 Reviewer: Rob Boss Rating: 4 The Review If its true that modesty is a sign of greatness, the Dark Horse Tasting Room in Newberg, […]
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Hawk Haven Vineyards Review Address: 600 South Railroad Ave Rio Grande,New Jersey 08246. email Phone Number: Tasting Hours: See website for wine tasting details. Region: Outer Coastal Plain AVA, New Jersey Reviewer: Charlie Toms Review Date: 9/7/2013 Reviewer: Charlie Toms Rating: 4 The Review The Wuerker family has farmed in Rio Grande, New Jersey since […]
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Indian Creek Winery (ID) Review Address: 1000 N. Mcdermott Rd. Kuna,Idaho 83634. Phone Number: 208-922-4791 Tasting Hours: Fri-Sun 12:00-5:00 and by appt. Region: Snake River Valley AVA, Idaho Reviewer: Review Date: 7/20/2013 Reviewer: Rating: 4 The Review Kavemen in Shangri-la What do caves, Kavemen and Shangri-la have in common? Why Kuna of course. Kuna, Idaho […]
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Marshall Davis Wines Review Address: 211 W. Main St. Carlton,Oregon 97111. Phone Number: 503-852-6656 Tasting Hours: Sun-Thurs 12:00-3:00, Fri-Sat 12:00-10:00 Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Yamhill-Carlton Region, Oregon Reviewer: Rob Boss Review Date: 11/29/2015 Reviewer: Rob Boss Rating: 5 The Review (Photos by Jai Soots) When in the thick of a wine tasting trip, there comes […]
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Lightning Wines Review Address: 3111 St. Helena Hwy N St. Helena,California 94574. Phone Number: 707-681-5002 Tasting Hours: By appt. Region: Napa Valley AVA, St. Helena AVA, California Reviewer: Elizabeth Smith Review Date: 8/25/2016 Reviewer: Elizabeth Smith Rating: 5 The Review A couple of years ago on my own website, I reviewed the movie American Wine […]
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Saviah Cellars Review Address: 1979 JB George Rd Walla Walla,Washington 99362. Phone Number: 509-520-5166 Tasting Hours: 10:00-5:00 and by appt. Region: Columbia Valley AVA, Walla Walla Valley AVA, Washington Reviewer: Denise Gangnes Review Date: 3/29/2013 Reviewer: Denise Gangnes Rating: 5 The Review You can take the boy out of the country . well, you know the […]
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Trefethen Vineyards Review Address: 1160 Oak Knoll Ave. Napa,California 94558. Phone Number: 866-895-7696 Tasting Hours: By appt. Region: Napa Valley AVA, Oak Knoll District of Napa Valley AVA, California Reviewer: James Houston Review Date: 11/13/2012 Reviewer: James Houston Rating: 4 The Review Although Trefethen Family Vineyards is close enough to Route 29 that it could […]
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Trentadue Winery Review Address: 19170 Geyserville Avenue Geyserville,California 95441. Phone Number: 707-433-3104 Tasting Hours: 10:00-5:00 Region: Sonoma County, Alexander Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Elizabeth Smith Review Date: 5/1/2016 Reviewer: Elizabeth Smith Rating: 5 The Review Beginning in 2008, I was working for a wine sales and marketing company as their business travel manager. The owner […]
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Stony Hill Vineyard Review Address: 3331 St. Helena Highway North St. Helena,California 94574. Phone Number: 707-963-2636 Tasting Hours: By appt. Mon-Sat 10:00-3:30 Region: Napa Valley AVA, Spring Mountain District AVA, California Reviewer: Tom Riley Review Date: 6/17/2016 Reviewer: Tom Riley Rating: 5 The Review The next time I hear somebody complain that Napa is too […]
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Jordan Vineyard & Winery Review Address: 1474 Alexander Valley Rd. Healdsburg,California 95448. Phone Number: 707-431-5250 Tasting Hours: By appt. Mon-Sat (also Sun mid-Apr through Mid-Nov) Region: Sonoma County, Alexander Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Tom Riley Review Date: 4/5/2014 Reviewer: Tom Riley Rating: 5 The Review If you set out to visit Jordan Vineyard and Winery […]
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Inwood Estates Vineyards Review Address: 1350 Manufacturing St., Ste. 209 Dallas,Texas 75207. Phone Number: 214-902-9452 Tasting Hours: Sat 12:00-5:00 Region: Texas Reviewer: Becky Parr Review Date: 1/26/2013 Reviewer: Becky Parr Rating: 5 The Review Near the intersection of I-35E and the Dallas North Tollway, one finds the design district, the medical district, a LOT of […]
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Villa Toscano Winery Review Address: 10600 Shenandoah Rd. Plymouth,California 95669. Phone Number: 209-245-3800 Tasting Hours: 10:00-5:30 Region: Sierra Foothills AVA, Amador County, California Shenandoah Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Yvonne Kochanowski Review Date: 5/4/2012 Reviewer: Yvonne Kochanowski Rating: 5 The Review Not far from the town of Plymouth, Villa Toscano Winery offers a trip to Italy […]
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Cristom Vineyards Review Address: 6905 Spring Valley Rd. NW Salem,Oregon 97304. Phone Number: 503-375-3068 Tasting Hours: Tues-Sun 11:00-5:00 Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Eola-Amity Hills AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Rob Boss Review Date: 10/30/2013 Reviewer: Rob Boss Rating: 5 The Review (Photos by Jai Soots) The Eola-Amity Hills AVA may be a little further south from Portland […]
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J.R. Dill Winery Review Address: 4922 State Route 414 Burdett,New York 14818. Phone Number: 607-546-5757 Tasting Hours: May 1-Oct 31: Mon-Sat 11:00-6:00, Sun 11:00-5:00; Nov 1-Apr30: Fri-Mon 11:00-5:00 and by appt. Region: Finger Lakes AVA, Seneca Lake AVA, New York Reviewer: Julie Grice Review Date: 1/9/2014 Reviewer: Julie Grice Rating: 4 The Review Founded in […]
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Moonstone Crossing Review Address: 529 Trinity St. Trinidad,California 95570. Phone Number: 707-845-5492 Tasting Hours: Summer: Wed 12:00-7:00, Thurs-Sun 12:00-6:00 and by appt.; Winter: Fri-Sun 12:00-6:00 and by appt. Region: California Reviewer: Nora Review Date: 2/17/2013 Reviewer: Nora Rating: 3 The Review Driving north along the Redwood Coast Highway, most travelers exit at the foggy town […]
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Volker Eisele Family Estate Review Address: 3080 Lower Chiles Valley Rd. St. Helena,California 94574. Phone Number: 707-965-9485 Tasting Hours: By appt. Region: Napa Valley AVA, Chiles Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Review Date: 3/8/2016 Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Rating: 5 The Review There was a time in history, no doubt, when the valley […]
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Winter’s Hill Vineyard Review Address: 6451 Hilltop Lane Dayton,Oregon 97114. Phone Number: 503-864-4538 Tasting Hours: Wed-Mon 11:00-5:00 Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Dundee Hills AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Jade Helm Review Date: 8/14/2014 Reviewer: Jade Helm Rating: 5 The Review Visitors and personal guests often ask me for winery recommendations here in the Willamette Valley. I try […]
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Black Stallion Winery Review Address: 4089 Silverado Trail Napa,California 94558. Phone Number: 707-227-3247 Tasting Hours: 10:00-5:00 and by appt. Region: Napa Valley AVA, Oak Knoll District of Napa Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Laura Cropper Review Date: 11/6/2015 Reviewer: Laura Cropper Rating: 5 The Review Near the beginning of the very scenic Silverado Trail in Napa’s […]
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Far Niente Winery Review Address: 1350 Acacia Drive Napa,California 94558. Phone Number: 707-944-2861 Tasting Hours: By appt. Mon-Sun 10:00-3:00 Region: Napa Valley AVA, Oakville AVA, California Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Review Date: 3/7/2016 Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Rating: 5 The Review The noble experiment that was Prohibition, the result of the 18th Amendment to the […]
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Charles Krug Review Address: 2800 Main Street St. Helena,California 94574. Phone Number: Tasting Hours: Tues-Sun 10:30-5:00 Region: Napa Valley AVA, St. Helena AVA, California Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Review Date: 3/9/2016 Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Rating: 5 The Review Peter Mondavi (moan-dah-vee), for much of his early life Peter Mondavi (mon-day-vee), died on February the […]
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Fox Farm Vineyards Review Address: 606 E First St. Newberg,Oregon 97115. Phone Number: 503-538-8466 Tasting Hours: 12:00-8:00 Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Rob Boss Review Date: 9/14/2013 Reviewer: Rob Boss Rating: 4 The Review (Photos by Jai Soots) Fox Farm Vineyards‘ tasting room is located in Newburg, Oregon‘s town center in a historic building. […]
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VGS Chateau Potelle Winery Review Address: 3875 Mount Veeder Rd. Napa,California 94558. Phone Number: 707-255-9440 Tasting Hours: By appt. Region: Napa Valley AVA, Mount Veeder AVA, California Reviewer: Laura Cropper Review Date: 1/26/2016 Reviewer: Laura Cropper Rating: 5 The Review Chateau Potelle aka VGS is located in a small, country house on the northbound side […]
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Doukenie Winery Review Address: 14727 Mountain Rd. Hillsboro,Virginia 20132. Phone Number: 540-668-6464 Tasting Hours: 10:00-6:00 Region: Virginia Reviewer: Richard Rynders Review Date: 9/15/2015 Reviewer: Richard Rynders Rating: 5 The Review Easily accessible from just outside Purcellville, Doukenie Winery is a terrific find among the many wineries of Loudon County. Named after the grandmother of the […]
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Hunt Cellars Review Address: 2875 Oakdale Rd. Paso Robles,California 93446. Phone Number: 805-237-1600 Tasting Hours: Summer 10:30-6:00, Winter 10:30-5:00 Region: Paso Robles AVA, Paso Robles Willow Creek District AVA, California Reviewer: Julie Dorris Review Date: 7/5/2012 Reviewer: Julie Dorris Rating: 5 The Review As I headed west on Highway 46 in Paso Robles, passing one […]
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Buckingham Valley Vineyards Review Address: 1521 Route 413 Buckingham,Pennsylvania 18912. Phone Number: 215-794-7188 Tasting Hours: Tues-Sat 11:00-6:00, Sun 12:00-5:00 Region: Pennsylvania Reviewer: Jen Fromal Review Date: 5/19/2012 Reviewer: Jen Fromal Rating: 4 The Review As one of the first wineries to open in Pennsylvania under the Farm Winery Act of 1968, Buckingham Valley Vineyards is […]
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Pippin Hill Farm & Vineyards Review Address: 5022 Plank Road North Garden,Virginia 22959. Phone Number: 434-202-8063 Tasting Hours: Mar-Dec: Tues-Sun 11:00-5:00; Jan-Feb: Wed-Sun 11:00-5:00 Region: Monticello AVA, Virginia Reviewer: Brian Yost Review Date: 11/23/2013 Reviewer: Brian Yost Rating: 3 The Review One of the top fifty wedding destinations on the east coast can be found […]
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Miletta Vista Winery Review Address: 1732 Highway 281 St. Paul,Nebraska 68873. Phone Number: 308-754-4416 Tasting Hours: Sun, Wed, Thurs 1:00-5:00; Fri 1:00-8:00, Sat 11:00-8:00 Region: Nebraska Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Review Date: 5/11/2014 Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Rating: 5 The Review Though we have needed its heat and light for thousands of years, fire is […]
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Americana Vineyards Winery Review Address: 4367 East Covert Rd. Interlaken,New York 14847. Phone Number: 607-387-6801 Tasting Hours: 11:00-6:00 Region: Finger Lakes AVA, Cayuga Lake AVA, New York Reviewer: Julie Grice Review Date: 4/26/2013 Reviewer: Julie Grice Rating: 4 The Review The Place: Americana Vineyards is housed in a sprawling wood building with a long porch wrapping […]
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Core Wine Company Review Address: 105 W. Clark Ave. Old Orcutt,California 93455. Phone Number: 805-937-1600 Tasting Hours: Wed, Thurs, Sun, Mon 12:00-6:00, Fri-Sat 12:00-7:00 Region: Santa Barbara County, California Reviewer: Review Date: 3/2/2013 Reviewer: Rating: 4 The Review Often the word “fine” precedes the word “wine” during dinner conversation. I don’t know exactly where and […]
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Alcantara Vineyard and Winery Review Address: 3445 South Grapevine Way Verde Valley,Arizona 86326. Phone Number: 928-649-8463 Tasting Hours: 11:00-5:00 Region: Arizona Reviewer: Diane Review Date: 1/25/2014 Reviewer: Diane Rating: 4 The Review The Alcantara Vineyards tasting room is a beautiful, vineyard-ensconced, Tuscan-style room that rises out of the Arizona desert landscape. Established in 2005 by […]
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Durant Vineyards Review Address: 5510 NE Breyman Orchards Rd Dayton,Oregon 97114. Phone Number: 503-864-8502 Tasting Hours: Tues-Sun 9:00-5:00 Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Dundee Hills AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Rob Boss Review Date: 7/2/2014 Reviewer: Rob Boss Rating: 4 The Review (Photos by Jai Soots) On the way to just about everywhere in the Red Hills of […]
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Hackett Winery Review Address: 8375 Carpet Rd New Tripoli,Pennsylvania 18066. Phone Number: 610-996-7468 Tasting Hours: Wed-Thurs 3:00-6:00, Fri-Sat 12:00-7:00 and by appt. Region: Lehigh Valley AVA, Pennsylvania Reviewer: Kat Collins Review Date: 10/10/2016 Reviewer: Kat Collins Rating: 5 The Review Quality over quantity is Robert Hacketts philosophy. It all started with a wine appreciation course […]
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Moss Vineyards Review Address: 1849 Simmons Gap Road Nortonsville,Virginia 22935. Phone Number: 434-990-0111 Tasting Hours: Mar 1-Dec: Fri-Sun and Mon holidays 12:00-5:00 Region: Monticello AVA, Virginia Reviewer: Anthony Marocco Review Date: 8/17/2014 Reviewer: Anthony Marocco Rating: 4 The Review After a short couple of years, Moss Vineyards has really hit its stride in the heart […]
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Tamber Bey Vineyards Review Address: 1251 Tubbs Lane Calistoga,California 94515. Phone Number: 707-942-2100 Tasting Hours: By appt. 10:00-6:00 Region: Napa Valley AVA, Calistoga AVA, California Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Review Date: 6/29/2016 Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Rating: 5 The Review While Robert Redford was filming The Horse Whisperer, he would regularly make his way down […]
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DiMatteo Vineyards Review Address: 951 8th Street Hammonton,New Jersey 08037. Phone Number: 609-704-1414 Tasting Hours: Mon, Tues, Fri 12:00-5:00, Sat-Sun 11:00-5:00 Region: Outer Coastal Plain AVA, New Jersey Reviewer: Charlie Toms Review Date: 6/1/2013 Reviewer: Charlie Toms Rating: 4 The Review Nearly all of New Jerseys wineries are family-owned. However, DiMatteos Vineyards is the quintessential […]
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Merryvale Review Address: 1000 Main Street St. Helena,California 94574. Phone Number: 707-963-2225 Tasting Hours: 10:30-5:30 Region: Napa Valley AVA, St. Helena AVA, California Reviewer: James Houston Review Date: 1/14/2013 Reviewer: James Houston Rating: 4 The Review “If you make a bad Cabernet in Napa, youre in the wrong line of work,” says Ed Roudebush, the […]
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Elizabeth Spencer Winery Review Address: 1165 Rutherford Rd. Napa,California 94558. Phone Number: 707-963-6067 Tasting Hours: 10:00-5:00 and by appt. (Winter 10:00-4:00) Region: Napa Valley AVA, Rutherford AVA, California Reviewer: Laura Cropper Review Date: 12/17/2015 Reviewer: Laura Cropper Rating: 5 The Review Just across the street from the famous Rutherford Grill is a small winery named […]
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Plagido’s Winery Review Address: 570 North 1st Rd. Hammonton,New Jersey 08037. Phone Number: 609-567-4633 Tasting Hours: 11:00-5:00 Region: Outer Coastal Plain AVA, New Jersey Reviewer: Charlie Toms Review Date: 5/26/2013 Reviewer: Charlie Toms Rating: 5 The Review I first visited Plagidos Winery in August 2007, a week after it open to the public. At the […]
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Lange Estate Winery Review Address: 18380 NE Buena Vista Dundee,Oregon 97115. Phone Number: 503-538-6476 Tasting Hours: 11:00-5:00 Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Dundee Hills AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Rob Boss Review Date: 6/11/2014 Reviewer: Rob Boss Rating: 5 The Review (Photos by Jai Soots) We were busted. After years of visiting Oregon wineries incognito, it was bound […]
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Oak Creek Vineyards and Winery Review Address: 1555 N. Page Springs Rd Cornville,Arizona 86325. Phone Number: 928-649-0291 Tasting Hours: 10:00-6:00 Region: Arizona Reviewer: Diane Review Date: 7/17/2013 Reviewer: Diane Rating: 3 The Review Oak Creek Vineyards was founded by Deb Wahl in 2002. Deb is a petite woman with more spunk than youd think a […]
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Unionville Vineyards Review Address: 9 Rocktown Rd. Ringoes,New Jersey 08551. Phone Number: 908-788-0400 Tasting Hours: 12:00-5:00 Region: New Jersey Reviewer: Charlie Toms Review Date: 3/29/2014 Reviewer: Charlie Toms Rating: 4 The Review Unionville Vineyards, located in the bucolic, rolling hills of western New Jersey, is one of the most renowned wineries in the state. Originally […]
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Efeste Wines Review Address: 19730 144th Ave. NE Woodinville,Washington 98072. Phone Number: 425-398-7200 Tasting Hours: Thurs-Sun 12:00-5:00 Region: Puget Sound AVA, Woodinville, Woodinville Warehouse District, Washington Reviewer: Denise Gangnes Review Date: 3/10/2012 Reviewer: Denise Gangnes Rating: 4 The Review If negotiating the Woodinville warehouse winery cluster has you over a barrel, Efeste Winery may be […]
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White Hall Vineyards Review Address: 5282 Sugar Ridge Rd. Crozet,Virginia 22932. Phone Number: 434-823-8615 Tasting Hours: Wed-Sun 11:00-5:00 Region: Monticello AVA, Virginia Reviewer: Brian Yost Review Date: 9/4/2014 Reviewer: Brian Yost Rating: 5 The Review In the late 1990s, I visited friends in Germany, who were very serious oenophiles. At the time, I had not […]
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Crump Valley Vineyards Review Address: 127 Crump Lane Sulphur Springs,Texas 75482. Phone Number: 903-975-2327 Tasting Hours: See website for wine tasting details. Region: Texoma AVA, Texas Reviewer: Becky Parr Review Date: 5/5/2014 Reviewer: Becky Parr Rating: 4 The Review Crump Valley Vineyards‘ tasting room is, fittingly, located on Crump Lane! It’s very cute and inviting […]
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Iron Horse Vineyards Review Address: 9786 Ross Station Rd. Sebastopol,California 95472. Phone Number: 707-887-1507 Tasting Hours: 10:00-4:30 Region: Sonoma Coast AVA, Sonoma County, Russian River Valley AVA, Green Valley of Russian River Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Martin D. Redmond Review Date: 8/14/2016 Reviewer: Martin D. Redmond Rating: 5 The Review As you drive up the […]
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Pedernales Cellars Review Address: 2916 Upper Albert Road Stonewall,Texas 78671. Phone Number: 830-644-2037 Tasting Hours: Mon-Thurs 10:00-5:00, Fri-Sat 10:00-6:00, Sun 12:00-6:00 Region: Texas Hill Country AVA, Texas Reviewer: Becky Parr Review Date: 8/22/2015 Reviewer: Becky Parr Rating: 3 The Review Unlike some of the wineries I visit, I had some pre-existing knowledge of Pedernales Cellars. […]
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Rockyspring Winery Review Address: 1339 Wolfe Road Hartsel,Colorado 80449. Phone Number: 719-837-2044 Tasting Hours: Region: Colorado Reviewer: Becky Parr Review Date: 1/17/2013 Reviewer: Becky Parr Rating: 3 The Review On a mountainside in Colorado, literally in the company of buffalo and antelope, sits the homey, wooden building that houses Rockyspring Winery. The Place:  Its a bit […]
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Conn Creek Winery Review Address: 8711 Silverado Trail St. Helena,California 94574. Phone Number: 800-793-7960 Tasting Hours: Sun-Fri 11:00-4:00, Sat 11:00-5:00 Region: Napa Valley AVA, Rutherford AVA, California Reviewer: Becky Parr Review Date: 6/5/2013 Reviewer: Becky Parr Rating: 4 The Review When my fearsome foursome was planning our trip to Napa and Sonoma, I expressed an […]
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Saude Creek Vineyards Review Address: 16230 Cooks Mill Rd Lanexa,Virginia 23039. Phone Number: 804-966-5896 Tasting Hours: Wed-Mon 11:00-6:00 Region: Virginia Reviewer: Anthony Marocco Review Date: 11/28/2014 Reviewer: Anthony Marocco Rating: 4 The Review During the Christmas rush, my wife and I ventured towards Williamsburg to take in the sights and sounds of the holidays. Those […]
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Six Mile Creek Vineyard Review Address: 1551 Slaterville Rd. Ithaca,New York 14850. Phone Number: 607-272-9463 Tasting Hours: Mon-Thurs 11:00-6:00, Fri-Sat 10:00-6:00, Sun 11:00-5:00 Region: New York Reviewer: Julie Grice Review Date: 2/23/2013 Reviewer: Julie Grice Rating: 3 The Review As the only winery located in Ithaca, Six Mile Creek Vineyard is accessible for an afternoon […]
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Cellar 433 Review Address: 240 Hull Street Jerome,Arizona 86331. Phone Number: 928-634-7033 Tasting Hours: Sun-Fri 11:00-5:00, Sat 10:00-6:00 Region: Arizona Reviewer: Diane Review Date: 7/3/2013 Reviewer: Diane Rating: 4 The Review In the early 1900s, Jerome was a booming mining town producing copper, silver and gold. Today Jerome is a National Historic Landmark attracting hundreds […]
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Alpha Omega Review Address: 1155 Mee Lane Rutherford,California 94574. Phone Number: 707-963-9999 Tasting Hours: 10:00-6:00 Region: Napa Valley AVA, Rutherford AVA, California Reviewer: Elizabeth Smith Review Date: 10/24/2015 Reviewer: Elizabeth Smith Rating: 5 The Review Founded in 2006 by vintners Robin and Michelle Baggett, Alpha Omega Winery is a relatively new winery in Napa Valley. […]
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Kemmeter Wines Review Address: 1030 Larzelere Rd. Penn Yan,New York 14527. Phone Number: 315-521-3897 Tasting Hours: By appt. Region: Finger Lakes AVA, Seneca Lake AVA, New York Reviewer: Elizabeth Smith Review Date: 8/29/2015 Reviewer: Elizabeth Smith Rating: 5 The Review On August 1, 2013, just over two years ago, winemaker and proprietor Johannes Reinhardt opened […]
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Materra Wines – Cunat Family Vineyards Review Address: 4326 Big Ranch Road Napa,California 94558. Phone Number: 707-224-4900 Tasting Hours: By appt. 10:00-4:30 Region: Napa Valley AVA, Oak Knoll District of Napa Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Elizabeth Smith Review Date: 4/24/2016 Reviewer: Elizabeth Smith Rating: 5 The Review Materra, translated as Mother Earth in Latin, is […]
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Patz & Hall Winery Review Address: 21200 8th Street East Sonoma,California 95476. Phone Number: 707-265-7700 Tasting Hours: Thurs-Mon 10:00-4:00 and by appt. Region: Sonoma Coast AVA, Sonoma County, Sonoma Valley AVA, Los Carneros AVA, California Reviewer: Elizabeth Smith Review Date: 2/21/2016 Reviewer: Elizabeth Smith Rating: 5 The Review Patz & Hall was founded in 1988 […]
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Galer Estate Vineyard and Winery Review Address: 700 Folly Hill Road Kennett Square,Pennsylvania 19382. Phone Number: 484-899-8013 Tasting Hours: See website for wine tasting details. Region: Pennsylvania Reviewer: Elizabeth Smith Review Date: 9/6/2015 Reviewer: Elizabeth Smith Rating: 5 The Review Countless American wineries begin with a moment of clarity when someone decides to change direction […]
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Marietta Wine Cellars Review Address: 211 Second Street Marietta,Ohio 45750. Phone Number: 740-373-9463 Tasting Hours: Mon-Thurs 9:00-6:00, Fri 9:00-9:00, Sat 9:00-5:00, Sun 1:00-5:00 Region: Ohio River Valley AVA, Ohio Reviewer: Shona Carr Review Date: 3/17/2012 Reviewer: Shona Carr Rating: 4 The Review The drive to Marietta Wine Cellars was scenic and relaxing; the road follows […]
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Bergstrom Winery Review Address: 18215 NE Calkins Lane Newberg,Oregon 97132. Phone Number: 503-554-0468 Tasting Hours: 10:00-4:00 Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Chehalem Mountains AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Rob Boss Review Date: 6/25/2015 Reviewer: Rob Boss Rating: 5 The Review (Photos by Jai Soots) A quick glance around Bergströms tasting room is, well, deceptive. The abundant greenery outside […]
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Horton Vineyards Review Address: 6399 Spotswood Trail Gordonsville,Virginia 22942. Phone Number: 540-832-7440 Tasting Hours: 10:00-5:00 Region: Monticello AVA, Virginia Reviewer: Brian Yost Review Date: 10/23/2013 Reviewer: Brian Yost Rating: 4 The Review Just off Spotswood Trail (aka Route 33), just east of the village of Barboursville, you’ll come upon the prominent stone gate of Horton […]
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Jericho Canyon Vineyards Review Address: 3322 Old Lawley Toll Rd Calistoga,California 94515. Phone Number: 707-942-9665 Tasting Hours: By appt. Mon-Sun 10:00-4:00 Region: Napa Valley AVA, Calistoga AVA, California Reviewer: Sherrie Perkovich Review Date: 6/8/2014 Reviewer: Sherrie Perkovich Rating: 5 The Review Calistoga, in lovely Napa Valley, is breathtaking year-round. Nestled at the base of the […]
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Homage Vineyard Review Address: 102 Foothill Blvd.? Calistoga,California 94515. Phone Number: 707-490-8449 Tasting Hours: By appt. Thurs-Sun Region: Napa Valley AVA, Calistoga AVA, California Reviewer: Sherrie Perkovich Review Date: 4/27/2014 Reviewer: Sherrie Perkovich Rating: 5 The Review Micro-winery standout Homage Vineyard, is an absolute must-stop for serious Cabernet Sauvignon lovers when visiting Napa Valley. Owners […]
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Waltz Vineyards Review Address: 1599 Old Line Road Manheim,Pennsylvania 17545. Phone Number: Tasting Hours: Mon-Sat 11:00-5:00 Region: Lancaster Valley AVA, Pennsylvania Reviewer: Review Date: 4/16/2015 Reviewer: Rating: 5 The Review Waltz Vineyards is family-owned and operated by Jan and Kim Waltz. They have been in business since 1997, and in 2000 produced their first vintage […]
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Argyle Winery Review Address: 691 Highway 99W Dundee,Oregon 97115. Phone Number: 503-538-8520 Tasting Hours: 11:00-5:00. Closed major holidays Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Dundee Hills AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Rob Boss Review Date: 11/1/2012 Reviewer: Rob Boss Rating: 4 The Review Often underrated, always understated and wonderfully accessible, Argyle is a great starting point for tasters who […]
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Pindar Vineyards Review Address: 37645 Main Rd Peconic,New York 11958. Phone Number: 631-734-6200 Tasting Hours: 11:00-5:30 Region: Long Island AVA, North Fork of Long Island AVA, New York Reviewer: Joanne Dunne Review Date: 5/1/2012 Reviewer: Joanne Dunne Rating: 4 The Review The Place:  Pindar Vineyards is the largest vineyard on the Island, and it shows. What […]
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Callaway Vineyard & Winery Review Address: 32720 Rancho California Rd. Temecula,California 92589. Phone Number: 800-472-2377 Tasting Hours: 10:00-5:00 Region: South Coast and S. California, Temecula Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Tara Torres Review Date: 3/27/2013 Reviewer: Tara Torres Rating: 4 The Review The newly renovated tasting room on the Callaway compound offers elegance and breathtaking views […]
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Arterra Wines Review Address: 1808 Leeds Manor Road Delaplane,Virginia 20144. Phone Number: 540-422-3443 Tasting Hours: 11:00-5:00 Region: Middleburg Virginia AVA, Virginia Reviewer: Anthony Marocco Review Date: 3/15/2015 Reviewer: Anthony Marocco Rating: 5 The Review This past weekend, we ventured into wine country for the first time in many weeks. Lately, I’ll admit, life has been […]
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Sylvin Farms Review Address: 24 N. Vienna Ave. Egg Harbor City,New Jersey 08215. Phone Number: 609-965-1548 Tasting Hours: Region: Outer Coastal Plain AVA, New Jersey Reviewer: Charlie Toms Review Date: 10/26/2013 Reviewer: Charlie Toms Rating: 5 The Review Sylvin Farms Winery is one of the most famous wineries in the state of New Jersey. Dr. […]
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Monte De Oro Winery Review Address: 35820 Rancho California Rd. Temecula,California 92591. Phone Number: 951-491-6551 Tasting Hours: 10:00-5:00 Region: South Coast and S. California, Temecula Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Tara Torres Review Date: 11/25/2012 Reviewer: Tara Torres Rating: 4 The Review At one of the grandest tasting rooms in Temecula Valley you will find a […]
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Hagafen Cellars Review Address: 4160 Silverado Trail Napa,California 94558. Phone Number: 888-424-2336 Tasting Hours: 10:30-5:00 Region: Napa Valley AVA, Oak Knoll District of Napa Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Becky Parr Review Date: 6/24/2013 Reviewer: Becky Parr Rating: 4 The Review When my Jewish friend Karen wanted us to visit a kosher winery during our wine […]
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Alexander Valley Vineyards Review Address: 8644 Highway 128 Healdsburg,California 95448. Phone Number: 707-433-7209 Tasting Hours: 10:00-5:00 Region: Sonoma County, Alexander Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Becky Parr Review Date: 5/27/2013 Reviewer: Becky Parr Rating: 3 The Review Cyrus Alexander, one of Sonoma Countys early settlers in the 1840s, lent his name to a geographical region approximately […]
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Cardwell Hill Cellars Review Address: 24241 Cardwell Hill Dr. Philomath,Oregon 97370. Phone Number: 541-929-9463 Tasting Hours: May-Nov 12:00-5:30 and by appt. Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Becky Parr Review Date: 7/2/2014 Reviewer: Becky Parr Rating: 4 The Review Wow, who gets to live there? Thats what I said when I first saw the house […]
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Cave Ridge Vineyard & Winery Review Address: 1476 Conicville Rd. Mt. Jackson,Virginia 22842. Phone Number: 540-477-2585 Tasting Hours: Mon 11:00-5:30, Wed-Sat 11:00-5:30, Sun 12:00-5:00 Region: Shenandoah Valley AVA, Virginia Reviewer: Jim Finley Review Date: 8/1/2015 Reviewer: Jim Finley Rating: 5 The Review Cave Ridge Vineyard, opened in 2005 by Randy and Karen Phillips, is located […]
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Coda Rossa Wines Review Address: 1526 Dutch Mill Road Franklinville,New Jersey 08322. Phone Number: 856-697-9463 Tasting Hours: Fri 5:00-9:00, Sat-Sun 12:00-5:00 Region: Outer Coastal Plain AVA, New Jersey Reviewer: Charlie Toms Review Date: 1/11/2014 Reviewer: Charlie Toms Rating: 4 The Review Coda Rossa Winery came into being as a result of a “hobby entirely out […]
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Nashoba Valley Winery Review Address: 100 Wattaquadock Hill Rd. Bolton,Massachusetts 01740. Phone Number: 978-779-5521 Tasting Hours: Sat-Sun 11:00-4:00 Region: Massachusetts Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Review Date: 6/11/2014 Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Rating: 4 The Review As we entered the doors of Nashoba Valley Winery, we weren’t quite sure what to expect. Our first visit to […]
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Cuthills Vineyards Review Address: 54663 853 Rd. Pierce,Nebraska 68767. Phone Number: 402-329-6774 Tasting Hours: Feb-Apr: Fri-Sun 1:00-5:00; May-Dec: Wed-Sat 11:00-6:00, Sun 1:00-6:00 Region: Nebraska Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Review Date: 6/6/2014 Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Rating: 5 The Review Ed Swanson, the founder and owner of Cuthills Vineyards located in Pierce, Nebraska, has easily forgotten […]
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Catharine Valley Winery Review Address: 4201 State Route 414 Burdett,New York 14818. Phone Number: 607-546-5300 Tasting Hours: Mon-Sat 10:00-5:00, Sun 12:00-5:00 Region: Finger Lakes AVA, Seneca Lake AVA, New York Reviewer: Julie Grice Review Date: 12/19/2013 Reviewer: Julie Grice Rating: 4 The Review One of the southernmost wineries on Seneca Lake, Catharine Valley Winery offers […]
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Thornton Winery Review Address: 32575 Rancho California Rd. Temecula,California 92589. Phone Number: 951-699-0099 Tasting Hours: 10:00-5:00 Region: South Coast and S. California, Temecula Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Tara Torres Review Date: 6/11/2013 Reviewer: Tara Torres Rating: 4 The Review With a gourmet restaurant, an extensive Jazz concert lineup, and sit-down wine tastings, Thornton Winery adds […]
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Landon Winery Review Address: 101 North Kentucky Street McKinney,Texas 75069. Phone Number: 972-542-3030 Tasting Hours: Mon-Thurs 11:00-9:00, Fri 11:00-11:00, Sat 10:00-11:00 pm, Sun 12:00-9:00 Region: Texas Reviewer: Becky Parr Review Date: 5/22/2013 Reviewer: Becky Parr Rating: 4 The Review The courthouse square in McKinney, Texas, has the same old-fashioned, welcoming, small-town atmosphere of many courthouse […]
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Stage Left Cellars Review Address: 2102 Dennison Street, Suite A Oakland,California 94606. Phone Number: 510-434-9930 Tasting Hours: 1st Saturday of each month 11:00-5:00 and by appt. Region: California Reviewer: Martin D. Redmond Review Date: 5/2/2015 Reviewer: Martin D. Redmond Rating: 4 The Review More often than not, when a winemaker is asked about his/her favorite […]
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Cordiano Winery Review Address: 15732 Highland Valley Rd. Escondido,California 92025. Phone Number: 760-469-9463 Tasting Hours: Wed-Sun 11:00-Sunset Region: South Coast and S. California, California Reviewer: Review Date: 11/3/2013 Reviewer: Rating: 5 The Review There is a reason that Money Magazine mentions Cordiano Winery in a 2012 article on Best Places to Travel and Where to […]
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Hourglass Vineyard Review Address: 1104 Adams St, Ste 104 St. Helena,California 94574. Phone Number: 707-968-9332 Tasting Hours: By appt. for active or wait-listed customers Region: Napa Valley AVA, St. Helena AVA, California Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Review Date: 3/9/2016 Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Rating: 5 The Review The Napa Valley is as old as it […]
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Vindemia Vineyard & Estate Winery Review Address: 33133 Vista Del Monte Rd Temecula,California 92591. Phone Number: 951-699-0601 Tasting Hours: Fri-Mon 11:00-5:00 Region: South Coast and S. California, Temecula Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Tara Torres Review Date: 11/25/2012 Reviewer: Tara Torres Rating: 5 The Review Vindemia Winery is a secluded vineyard and winery tucked away at […]
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Comstock Wines Review Address: 1290 Dry Creek Rd Healdsburg,California 95448. Phone Number: 707-473-8027 Tasting Hours: 10:00-5:00 Region: Sonoma County, Dry Creek Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Elizabeth Smith Review Date: 3/18/2017 Reviewer: Elizabeth Smith Rating: 5 The Review Bob and Sandy Comstock, who have been vintners since 2002, recently decided to live the dream of owning […]
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Paradise Ridge Winery Review Address: 4545 Thomas Lake Harris Drive Santa Rosa,California 95403. Phone Number: 707-528-9463 Tasting Hours: 11:00-5:00 Region: Sonoma County, Russian River Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Sherrie Perkovich Review Date: 5/26/2014 Reviewer: Sherrie Perkovich Rating: 5 The Review Paradise Ridge, located in the hills of Santa Rosa, is owned by the Byck Family. […]
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Quixote Winery Review Address: 6126 Silverado Trail Napa,California 94558. Phone Number: 707-944-2659 Tasting Hours: By appt. Wed-Mon 10:00-4:00 Region: Napa Valley AVA, Stags Leap District AVA, California Reviewer: Anthony Marocco Review Date: 5/4/2014 Reviewer: Anthony Marocco Rating: 4 The Review Founded in 1996 and producing their first vintage in 1999, Quixote Winery is one of […]
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Darioush Winery Review Address: 4240 Silverado Trail Napa,California 94558. Phone Number: 707-257-2345 Tasting Hours: 10:30-5:00 Region: Napa Valley AVA, Oak Knoll District of Napa Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Laura Cropper Review Date: 11/2/2015 Reviewer: Laura Cropper Rating: 5 The Review In 1999, Darioush Khaledi founded Darioush Winery in Napa’s Oak Knoll District. Mr. Khaledi was […]
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Raven’s Glenn Winery Review Address: 56183 County Rd. 143 West Lafayette,Ohio 43845. Phone Number: 740-545-1000 Tasting Hours: Jan-Apr: Mon 11:00-4:00, Tues-Sat 11:00-9:00, Sun 11:00-4:00; May-Dec: Mon 11:00-6:00, Tues-Sat 11:00-9:00, Sun 11:00-4:00 Region: Ohio Reviewer: Shona Carr Review Date: 3/3/2012 Reviewer: Shona Carr Rating: 4 The Review It is not hard to understand why Ravens Glenn […]
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Storybook Mountain Vineyards Review Address: 3835 State Highway 128 Calistoga,California 94515. Phone Number: 707-942-5310 Tasting Hours: By appt. Mon-Sat Region: Napa Valley AVA, Calistoga AVA, California Reviewer: Anthony Marocco Review Date: 5/17/2014 Reviewer: Anthony Marocco Rating: 5 The Review Located off California Highway 128 is Storybook Mountain Vineyards, the family-owned estate and organic winery at […]
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Yamhill Valley Vineyards Review Address: 16250 Oldsville Rd. McMinnville,Oregon 97128. Phone Number: 503-843-3100 Tasting Hours: Apr-Dec: 11:00-5:00; Jan-Mar: Thurs-Sun 11:00-4:00 Region: Willamette Valley AVA, McMinnville AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Jade Helm Review Date: 5/17/2014 Reviewer: Jade Helm Rating: 5 The Review Yamhill Valley Vineyards seems quaint upon arrival. The entry drive has views of some of […]
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Williamsburg Winery Review Address: 5800 Wessex Hundred Williamsburg,Virginia 23185. Phone Number: 757-229-0999 Tasting Hours: Mar-Dec: 10:30-5:30; Jan-Feb: Mon-Fri 11:30-4:30, Sat-Sun 10:30-5:30 Region: Virginia Reviewer: Jim Finley Review Date: 7/12/2014 Reviewer: Jim Finley Rating: 4 The Review As you travel towards Williamsburg Winery, you’re reminded why the Williamsburg area is such a popular tourist destination. In […]
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Chaddsford Winery Review Address: 632 Baltimore Pike Chadds Ford,Pennsylvania 19317. Phone Number: 610-388-6221 Tasting Hours: Mon-Fri 11:00-6:00, Sat 11:00-7:00, Sun 11:00-6:00 Region: Pennsylvania Reviewer: Jen Fromal Review Date: 4/28/2012 Reviewer: Jen Fromal Rating: 4 The Review A mammoth among the Brandywine Valley wineries, Chaddsford Winery offers an impressive selection of sweet wines that enliven the […]
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James Arthur Vineyards Review Address: 2001 W. Raymond Rd. Raymond,Nebraska 68428. Phone Number: 402-783-5255 Tasting Hours: Nov 1-Mar 31: Mon-Fri 10:00-5:00, Sat 12:00-9:00, Sun 12:00-6:00; Apr 1-Oct 31: Mon-Thurs 10:00-6:00, Fri-Sat 12:00-9:00, Sun 12:00-6:00 Region: Nebraska Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Review Date: 5/3/2014 Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Rating: 5 The Review Spring was in the […]
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Ridge Vineyards Lytton Springs Review Address: 650 Lytton Springs Rd. Healdsburg,California 95448. Phone Number: 707-433-7721 Tasting Hours: 11:00-4:00 Region: Sonoma County, Dry Creek Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Martin D. Redmond Review Date: 3/23/2014 Reviewer: Martin D. Redmond Rating: 5 The Review Ridge Vineyards is an iconic California winery that has long been benchmark for world […]
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Roadhouse Winery Review Address: 240 Center St. Healdsburg,California 95448. Phone Number: 707-433-0433 Tasting Hours: Mon-Thurs 12:00-6:00, Fri-Sun 12:00-7:00 and by appt. Region: Sonoma Coast AVA, Sonoma County, Russian River Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Becky Parr Review Date: 6/1/2013 Reviewer: Becky Parr Rating: 4 The Review Theres a lot to see while wandering around the square […]
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Salt Lick Cellars Review Address: 18300-C FM 1826 Driftwood,Texas 78619. Phone Number: 512-894-3117 Tasting Hours: Mon-Sat 11:30-9:00, Sun 12:00-8:00 Region: Texas Hill Country AVA, Texas Reviewer: Becky Parr Review Date: 7/13/2014 Reviewer: Becky Parr Rating: 4 The Review This place has a pretty slick setup. Averyone living in or passing through Austin, Texas has heard […]
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Terhune Orchards & Winery Review Address: 330 Cold Soil Road Princeton,New Jersey 08540. Phone Number: 609-924-2310 Tasting Hours: Thurs-Sun 12:00-5:00 Region: New Jersey Reviewer: Charlie Toms Review Date: 5/3/2014 Reviewer: Charlie Toms Rating: 4 The Review In 1975, after returning from a stint as Peace Corps agricultural agents in the South Pacific, Gary and Pam […]
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Messina Hof Grapevine Review Address: 201 South Main Grapevine,Texas 76051. website Phone Number: Tasting Hours: Fri-Sat 10:00-10:00, Sun-Thurs 11:00-9:00 Region: Texas Reviewer: Becky Parr Review Date: 1/31/2015 Reviewer: Becky Parr Rating: 4 The Review Main Street in Grapevine is like the main square in Healdsburg, California a winery on every corner with fun shops […]
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Turdo Vineyards Review Address: 3911 Bay Shore Rd. North Cape May,New Jersey 08204. Phone Number: 609-884-5591 Tasting Hours: Jun-Aug: Daily 12:00-5:00; May & Sept: Fri-Sat 12:00-4:00 Region: Outer Coastal Plain AVA, New Jersey Reviewer: Charlie Toms Review Date: 9/28/2013 Reviewer: Charlie Toms Rating: 4 The Review Salvatore Turdo is an electrical contractor and inspector from […]
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Amalthea Cellars Review Address: 209 Vineyard Rd. Atco,New Jersey 08004. Phone Number: 856-768-8585 Tasting Hours: Tues-Sun 11:00-5:00 Region: Outer Coastal Plain AVA, New Jersey Reviewer: Charlie Toms Review Date: 11/16/2013 Reviewer: Charlie Toms Rating: 4 The Review Whether you believe winemaking is an art or a science, Louis Caracciolo of Amalthea Cellars has mastered both. […]
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Sharrott Winery Review Address: 370 S. Egg Harbor Rd. Winslow,New Jersey 08037. Phone Number: 609-567-9463 Tasting Hours: Sun-Thurs 12:00-5:00, Fri-Sat 12:00-6:00 Region: Outer Coastal Plain AVA, New Jersey Reviewer: Charlie Toms Review Date: 11/2/2013 Reviewer: Charlie Toms Rating: 4 The Review Sharrott Winery has always taken a scientific approach to winemaking, which is not a […]
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Emerson Vineyards Review Address: 11665 Airlie Rd. Monmouth,Oregon 97361. Phone Number: 503-838-0944 Tasting Hours: 12:00-5:00 and by appt. Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Becky Parr Review Date: 7/2/2014 Reviewer: Becky Parr Rating: 5 The Review Family businesses are often passed down from generation to generation. However, in the case of Emerson Vineyards, we find […]
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Palmaz Vineyards Review Address: 4029 Hagen Rd. Napa,California 94558. Phone Number: 707-226-5587 Tasting Hours: By appt. Region: Napa Valley AVA, Coombsville AVA, California Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Review Date: 1/14/2017 Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Rating: 5 The Review The tectonic plates that slammed together to form Mount George and the other noteworthy peaks at the […]
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Red Hook Winery Review Address: Pier 41 325A, 175 – 204 Van Dyke Street Brooklyn,New York 11231. Phone Number: 347-689-2432 Tasting Hours: 12:00-6:00 Region: New York Reviewer: Elizabeth Smith Review Date: 12/30/2016 Reviewer: Elizabeth Smith Rating: 5 The Review Red Hook Winery was founded in 2008 by Mark Snyder to focus on New York States […]
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LaBelle Winery Review Address: 361 Horace Greeley Hwy Amherst,New Hampshire 03031. Phone Number: 603-828-2923 Tasting Hours: Sun 11:00-5:00, Mon-Tues 11:00-3:00, Wed-Sat 11:00-9:00 Region: New Hampshire Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Review Date: 6/18/2014 Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Rating: 5 The Review Legend has it that Amy LaBelle started making wine in her small, Boston apartment using […]
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Agua Dulce Vineyards Review Address: 9640 Sierra Hwy. Agua Dulce,California 91390. Phone Number: 661-268-7402 Tasting Hours: 10:00-5:30 Region: Sierra Pelona Valley, California Reviewer: Julie Dorris Review Date: 5/12/2012 Reviewer: Julie Dorris Rating: 4 The Review When you visit Napa or Sonoma Counties, you can count on tasting some excellent wines. In Los Angeles County you […]
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Bryn Mawr Vineyards Review Address: 5955 Bethel Heights Rd NW Salem,Oregon 97304. Phone Number: 503-581-4286 Tasting Hours: Tues-Sun 11:00-5:00 Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Eola-Amity Hills AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Rob Boss Review Date: 1/11/2014 Reviewer: Rob Boss Rating: 5 The Review (Photos by Jai Soots) Sometimes, when exiting the car and getting a first look at […]
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Zerba Cellars Review Address: 85530 Highway 11 Milton Freewater,Oregon 97862. Phone Number: 541-938-9463 Tasting Hours: 10:00-5:00 Region: Columbia Valley AVA, Walla Walla Valley AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Review Date: 3/17/2013 Reviewer: Rating: 4 The Review WinePress Northwests winery of the year in 2011 Place: Zerba Cellars is a family-owned, estate winery located on west side of Highway […]
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Beneduce Vineyards Review Address: 1 Jeremiah Lane Pittstown,New Jersey 08867. Phone Number: Tasting Hours: Wed, Thurs, Sun 12:00-6:00, Fri-Sat 12:00-8:00 Region: New Jersey Reviewer: Charlie Toms Review Date: 2/22/2014 Reviewer: Charlie Toms Rating: 4 The Review Beneduce Vineyards bubbles with youth. The winery is run by Michael Beneduce Jr. and Justen Beneduce Hiles, a 20-something […]
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Ankida Ridge Vineyards Review Address: 1304 Franklin Creek Rd. Amherst,Virginia 24521. Phone Number: 434-922-7678 Tasting Hours: Open first Sunday of each month. Region: Virginia Reviewer: Brian Yost Review Date: 10/19/2013 Reviewer: Brian Yost Rating: 5 The Review As the story was related to me, Christine and Dennis Vrooman were intent on cultivating a vineyard and […]
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Sojourn Cellars Review Address: 141 East Napa Street Somoma,California 95476. Phone Number: 707-938-7212 Tasting Hours: By appt. 10:00-5:00 Region: Sonoma County, Sonoma Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Sherrie Perkovich Review Date: 7/17/2013 Reviewer: Sherrie Perkovich Rating: 5 The Review Sojourn Cellars is based in the town of Sonoma and specializes in the production of artisan Pinot […]
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Stone Crest Vineyard Review Address: 10310 O’Dell Rd. Frazeysburg,Ohio 43822. Phone Number: 740-828-9463 Tasting Hours: May-Oct: Fri 1:00-6:00, Sat 1:00-8:00 and by appt; Nov-Apr: Sat 1:00-6:00 and by appt. Region: Ohio Reviewer: Shona Carr Review Date: 4/14/2012 Reviewer: Shona Carr Rating: 4 The Review Driving on the narrow road toward Stone Crest Vineyard on a […]
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Tabor Hill Winery & Restaurant Review Address: 185 Mt. Tabor Hill Rd. Buchanan,Michigan 49107. Phone Number: 269-422-1161 Tasting Hours: Mon-Tues 10:00-5:00, Wed-Sat 10:00-9:00, Sun 12:00-9:00 Region: Lake Michigan Shore AVA, Michigan Reviewer: Jill Barth Review Date: 1/16/2016 Reviewer: Jill Barth Rating: 5 The Review When people talk about Southwest Michigan wineries, they often mention Tabor […]
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Joseph Phelps – Freestone Vineyards Review Address: 12747 El Camino Bodega Freestone,California 95472. Phone Number: 707-874-1010 Tasting Hours: May-Oct: 11:00-5:00; Nov-Apr: Thurs-Mon 11:00-5:00 Region: Sonoma Coast AVA, Sonoma County, California Reviewer: Martin D. Redmond Review Date: 8/14/2013 Reviewer: Martin D. Redmond Rating: 5 The Review My wife and I do more than our fair share […]
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MacLaren Wine Company Review Address: 27 East Napa St., Suite E Sonoma,California 95476. Phone Number: 707-938-7490 Tasting Hours: Thurs-Sun 12:00-6:00 and by appt. Region: Sonoma County, Sonoma Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Elizabeth Smith Review Date: 4/2/2016 Reviewer: Elizabeth Smith Rating: 5 The Review In March 2014, shortly after moving from Virginia to Napa, I had […]
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Thirsty Owl Wine Company Review Address: 6799 Elm Beach Rd. Ovid,New York 14521. Phone Number: 607-869-5805 Tasting Hours: Mon-Sat 10:00-5:30, Sun 11:00-5:30 Region: Finger Lakes AVA, Cayuga Lake AVA, New York Reviewer: Julie Grice Review Date: 6/10/2013 Reviewer: Julie Grice Rating: 4 The Review The drive into Thirsty Owl Wine Companys parking lot is long […]
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Cape May Winery And Vineyard Review Address: 711 Townbank Rd. Cape May,New Jersey 08204. Phone Number: 609-884-1169 Tasting Hours: 12:00-5:00 Region: Outer Coastal Plain AVA, New Jersey Reviewer: Charlie Toms Review Date: 9/14/2013 Reviewer: Charlie Toms Rating: 4 The Review I first heard about Cape May Winery and Vineyard around fifteen years ago. Nobody in […]
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Veritas Vineyard & Winery Review Address: 145 Saddleback Farm Afton,Virginia 22920. Phone Number: 540-456-8000 Tasting Hours: Mon-Fri 9:30-5:30, Sat-Sun 11:00-5:00 Region: Monticello AVA, Virginia Reviewer: Brian Yost Review Date: 11/9/2013 Reviewer: Brian Yost Rating: 4 The Review Here in Charlottesville, in the Monticello American Viticultural Area (AVA), at the epicenter of Central Virginia wine country, […]
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Page Springs Cellars Review Address: 1500 N. Page Springs Rd. Cornville,Arizona 86325. Phone Number: 928-639-3004 Tasting Hours: Mon-Wed 11:00-7:00, Thurs-Sun 11:00-9:00 Region: Arizona Reviewer: Diane Review Date: 10/2/2013 Reviewer: Diane Rating: 5 The Review A bit of History:  Eric Glomski is a true pioneer in the Arizona Wild West wine industry. The owner of Page Springs […]
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La garagista Review Address: 1834 Mt. Hunger Road Barnard,Vermont 05032. Phone Number: 802-291-1295 Tasting Hours: By newsletter invitation. Region: Vermont Reviewer: Elizabeth Smith Review Date: 6/3/2016 Reviewer: Elizabeth Smith Rating: 5 The Review La garagista farm + winery is located on Mount Hunger in the Piedmont hills near Barnard, Vermont. The homestead and land have […]
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Teutonic Wine Company Review Address: 3303 SE 20th Ave. Portland,Oregon 97202. Phone Number: 503-235-5053 Tasting Hours: Mon-Thurs 12:00-9:00, Fri-Sat 12:00-10:00, Sun 1:00-7:00 Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Rob Boss Review Date: 5/25/2016 Reviewer: Rob Boss Rating: 5 The Review (Photos by Jai Soots) Although Burgundy might hail as the holy grail of Pinot Noir, […]
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Fulchino Vineyard Review Address: 187 Pine Hill Road Hollis,New Hampshire 03049. Phone Number: 603-438-5984 Tasting Hours: See website for wine tasting details. Region: New Hampshire Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Review Date: 6/18/2014 Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Rating: 5 The Review Al Fulchino is a straight shooter if ever there was one; he probably got that […]
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Sabina Vineyards Review Address: 3291 St. Helena Hwy. N. St. Helena,California 94574. Phone Number: 707-963-1649 Tasting Hours: By appt. Region: Napa Valley AVA, St. Helena AVA, California Reviewer: Elizabeth Smith Review Date: 6/8/2016 Reviewer: Elizabeth Smith Rating: 5 The Review A few miles north of the town of St. Helena and a few miles south […]
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Barrel Oak Winery Review Address: 3623 Grove Lane Delaplane,Virginia 20144. Phone Number: 540-364-6402 Tasting Hours: May-Nov: Mon-Thurs 11:00-6:00, Fri-Sat 11:00-9:00, Sun 10:00-6:00; Dec-Apr: Sat, Mon-Thurs 11:00-6:00, Fri 11:00-9:00, Sun 10:00-6:00 Region: Middleburg Virginia AVA, Virginia Reviewer: Anthony Marocco Review Date: 4/6/2013 Reviewer: Anthony Marocco Rating: 4 The Review After a few trips to Barrel Oak […]
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Mark Ryan Winery Review Address: 14475 Woodinville-Redmond Rd Woodinville,Washington 98072. Phone Number: 425-415-3865 Tasting Hours: 12:00-5:00 Region: Puget Sound AVA, Woodinville, Woodinville Tourist District, Washington Reviewer: Jade Helm Review Date: 4/25/2014 Reviewer: Jade Helm Rating: 4 The Review Stepping into the Mark Ryan Winery tasting room in Woodinville’s Tourist District is like stepping into a […]
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Van Der Heyden Vineyards Review Address: 4057 Silverado Trail Napa,California 94558. Phone Number: 707-257-0130 Tasting Hours: 10:00-6:00 Region: Napa Valley AVA, Oak Knoll District of Napa Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Becky Parr Review Date: 6/3/2013 Reviewer: Becky Parr Rating: 4 The Review This winery is the embodiment of the American dream. Andre Van der Heyden […]
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Lone Madrone Review Address: 5800 Adelaida Road Paso Robles,California 93446. Phone Number: 805-238-0845 Tasting Hours: 10:30-5:00 and by appt. Region: Paso Robles AVA, Adelaida District AVA, California Reviewer: Anthony Marocco Review Date: 6/21/2014 Reviewer: Anthony Marocco Rating: 4 The Review In Paso Robles, the name Neil Collins is associated with quality wines and a couple […]
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Donum Estate Review Address: 24520 Ramal Road Sonoma,California 95476. Phone Number: 707-939-2290 Tasting Hours: By appt. Region: Sonoma Coast AVA, Sonoma County, Sonoma Valley AVA, Los Carneros AVA, California Reviewer: Elizabeth Smith Review Date: 5/1/2016 Reviewer: Elizabeth Smith Rating: 5 The Review The Donum Estate, formerly part of Buena Vista Winerys Tula Vista Ranch before […]
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Ledson Winery & Vineyards Review Address: 7335 Sonoma Highway Kenwood Kenwood,California 95452. Phone Number: 707-833-2330 Tasting Hours: 10:00-5:00 Region: Sonoma County, Sonoma Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Review Date: 1/13/2017 Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Rating: 5 The Review The Ledson Winery in Sonoma is about people. I didnt yet realize that the first […]
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Pillsbury – Cottonwood Review Address: 1012 North Main St. Cottonwood,Arizona 86326. Phone Number: 928-639-0646 Tasting Hours: Sun-Mon 11:00-6:00, Tues-Thurs 11:00-5:00, Fri-Sat 11:00-8:00 Region: Arizona Reviewer: Diane Review Date: 12/13/2013 Reviewer: Diane Rating: 5 The Review Sam Pillsbury Owner and Winemaker of Pillsbury Wine Company had a dream to create distinct, high quality Arizona wines. In […]
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Old York Cellars Review Address: 80 Old York Road Ringoes,New Jersey 08551. Phone Number: Tasting Hours: 12:00-5:00 Region: New Jersey Reviewer: Charlie Toms Review Date: 3/29/2014 Reviewer: Charlie Toms Rating: 4 The Review More than a decade ago, I visited a small quaint winery in the rolling hills of western New Jersey named Amwell Valley […]
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Broc Cellars Review Address: 1300 Fifth Street Berkeley,California 94710. Phone Number: 510-542-9463 Tasting Hours: Sat-Sun 1:00-5:00 Region: California Reviewer: Martin D. Redmond Review Date: 3/26/2016 Reviewer: Martin D. Redmond Rating: 4 The Review Broc Cellars is an urban winery located in Berkeley, California. The owner/winemaker is Chris Brockway. Chris grew up in Omaha and attended […]
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Merry Family Winery Review Address: 2376 State Route 850 Bidwell,Ohio 45614. Phone Number: 740-245-9463 Tasting Hours: Tues-Sat 12:00-8:00 Region: Ohio River Valley AVA, Ohio Reviewer: Shona Carr Review Date: 3/17/2012 Reviewer: Shona Carr Rating: 3 The Review Merry Family Winery is conveniently located only a couple of minutes off Interstate 35 in Bidwell, Ohio. As […]
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Hendry Review Address: 3104 Redwood Rd. Napa,California 94558. Phone Number: 707-226-8320 Tasting Hours: By appt. Region: Napa Valley AVA, Oak Knoll District of Napa Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Elizabeth Smith Review Date: 8/8/2016 Reviewer: Elizabeth Smith Rating: 5 The Review When a few of my colleagues planned a visit to Hendry Ranch, I jumped at […]
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Early Mountain Vineyards Review Address: 6109 Wolftown Hood Rd. Madison,Virginia 22727. Phone Number: 540-948-9005 Tasting Hours: Thurs, Sun 11:00-5:00, Fri 11:00-8:00, Sat 11:00-5:00 Region: Virginia Reviewer: Anthony Marocco Review Date: 8/10/2013 Reviewer: Anthony Marocco Rating: 4 The Review When I first began my quest into the Central and Southern part of Virginia, Sweely Estate was […]
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Gruet Winery Review Address: 8400 Pan-American Freeway NE Albuquerque,New Mexico 87113. Phone Number: 505-821-0055 Tasting Hours: Mon-Fri 10:00-5:00, Sat 12:00-5:00 Region: Middle Rio Grande Valley AVA, New Mexico Reviewer: Becky Parr Review Date: 1/26/2014 Reviewer: Becky Parr Rating: 5 The Review We served Gruets Brut sparkling wine for the toast at our wedding. It was […]
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Donkey & Goat Review Address: 1340 5th Street Berkeley,California 94710. Phone Number: 510-868-9174 Tasting Hours: Fri-Sun 2:00-6:00 Region: California Reviewer: Martin D. Redmond Review Date: 4/1/2016 Reviewer: Martin D. Redmond Rating: 5 The Review Donkey & Goat is an urban winery located in Berkeley, California. Its owned and operated by Jared & Tracey Brandt. Theirs […]
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Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards Review Address: 5712 State Route 414 Hector,New York 14841. Phone Number: 607-546-9463 Tasting Hours: Jun 1-Nov 1: Mon-Sat 10:00-5:30, Sun 11:00-5:30; Nov 1-May 31: Mon-Sat 10:00-5:00, Sun 11:00-5:00 Region: Finger Lakes AVA, Seneca Lake AVA, New York Reviewer: Julie Grice Review Date: 3/9/2013 Reviewer: Julie Grice Rating: 3 The Review Hazlitt 1852 […]
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Chester Gap Cellars Review Address: 4615 Remount Rd. Front Royal,Virginia 22630. Phone Number: 540-636-8086 Tasting Hours: Fri-Sat 11:00-6:00, Sun 11:00-5:00, Memorial and Labor Day 11:00-5:00 or by appt. Region: Virginia Reviewer: Anthony Marocco Review Date: 3/16/2013 Reviewer: Anthony Marocco Rating: 4 The Review After a five year search for the perfect terroir and an incredible […]
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Justin Vineyards & Winery Review Address: 11680 Chimney Rock Rd. Paso Robles,California 93446. Phone Number: 805-238-6932 Tasting Hours: 10:00-5:00 Region: Paso Robles AVA, Adelaida District AVA, California Reviewer: Anthony Marocco Review Date: 5/5/2014 Reviewer: Anthony Marocco Rating: 5 The Review One of the first wines I ever tasted from Paso Robles was the Justin Cabernet […]
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Larkmead Vineyards Review Address: 1100 Larkmead Lane Calistoga,California 94515. Phone Number: 707-942-0167 Tasting Hours: By appt. 10:00-3:00 Region: Napa Valley AVA, Calistoga AVA, California Reviewer: Tom Riley Review Date: 4/9/2013 Reviewer: Tom Riley Rating: 5 The Review In a business where braggadocio, self-importance, and delusions of grandeur seem to be standard operating procedure, its refreshing […]
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Ridge Vineyards Monte Bello Review Address: 17100 Montebello Rd Cupertino,California 95014. Phone Number: 408-867-3233 Tasting Hours: Apr-Oct: Sat-Sun 11:00-4:00 and by appt. Region: Santa Cruz Mountains AVA, California Reviewer: Martin D. Redmond Review Date: 3/16/2014 Reviewer: Martin D. Redmond Rating: 5 The Review Ridge Vineyards is an iconic California winery that has long been benchmark […]
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Flora Springs Winery & Vineyards Review Address: 1978 W. Zinfandel Ln. St. Helena,California 94574. Phone Number: 707-963-5711 Tasting Hours: By appt. Region: Napa Valley AVA, Rutherford AVA, California Reviewer: Elizabeth Smith Review Date: 10/24/2015 Reviewer: Elizabeth Smith Rating: 5 The Review In 1978, thirty-seven years ago, Jerry and Flora Komes discovered an old ghost winery […]
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Beaulieu Vineyard Review Address: 1960 South St. Helena Hwy. Rutherford,California 94573. Phone Number: 800-264-6918 Tasting Hours: 10:00-5:00 Region: Napa Valley AVA, Rutherford AVA, California Reviewer: Becky Parr Review Date: 7/9/2013 Reviewer: Becky Parr Rating: 4 The Review I must admit that I wasnt terribly excited about visiting Napa‘s Beaulieu Vineyard. I think thats because BV […]
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Stangeland Vineyards & Winery Review Address: 8500 Hopewell Rd., NW Salem,Oregon 97013. Phone Number: 800-301-9482 Tasting Hours: Apr-Dec: Sat-Sun 12:00-5:00 and by appt. Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Eola-Amity Hills AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Rob Boss Review Date: 12/13/2013 Reviewer: Rob Boss Rating: 5 The Review (Photos by Jai Soots) Stangeland probably isn’t the smallest winery I’ve […]
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Adams Bench Review Address: 14360 160th Pl. NE Woodinville,Washington 98072. Phone Number: 425-408-1969 Tasting Hours: By appt. Sat 12:00-4:00 Region: Puget Sound AVA, Woodinville, Washington Reviewer: Jade Helm Review Date: 5/25/2014 Reviewer: Jade Helm Rating: 4 The Review Adams Bench Winery, in the Hollywood District of Woodinville WA, is a bit of a hybrid between […]
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Tablas Creek Vineyard Review Address: 9339 Adelaida Rd. Paso Robles,California 93446. Phone Number: 805-237-1231 Tasting Hours: 10:00-5:00 and by appt. Region: Paso Robles AVA, Adelaida District AVA, California Reviewer: Martin D. Redmond Review Date: 12/21/2013 Reviewer: Martin D. Redmond Rating: 5 The Review My wife and I have been making an annual trip to the […]
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Two Twisted Posts Winery Review Address: 12944 Harpers Ferry Rd. Purcellville,Virginia 20132. email Phone Number: Tasting Hours: 2nd and 4th weekends of each month: Sat-Sun 12:00-4:00 Region: Virginia Reviewer: Anthony Marocco Review Date: 6/14/2014 Reviewer: Anthony Marocco Rating: 4 The Review I hate to say it, but as of late it has been increasingly difficult […]
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Danenberger Family Vineyards Review Address: 12341 Irish Road New Berlin,Illinois 62670. Phone Number: 217-488-6321 Tasting Hours: Thurs-Sat 12:00-6:00, Sun 1:00-5:30 and by appt. Region: Illinois Reviewer: Jill Barth Review Date: 4/8/2016 Reviewer: Jill Barth Rating: 5 The Review Three friends have traveled about 90 miles from Saint Louis to spend a few days in Springfield, […]
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Serra Vineyards Review Address: 222 Missouri Flat Road Grants Pass,Oregon 97527. Phone Number: 541-846-9223 Tasting Hours: 11:00-5:00 Region: Southern Oregon AVA, Rogue Valley AVA, Applegate Valley AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Liesa Morrow-Bratcher Review Date: 2/7/2014 Reviewer: Liesa Morrow-Bratcher Rating: 4 The Review Last week I had the pleasure of heading out to the Applegate Valley. This […]
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Salado Creek Winery & Vineyard Review Address: 418 North Main Street Salado,Texas 76571. Phone Number: 254-947-9000 Tasting Hours: Sun-Thurs 12:00-6:00, Fri 12:00-10:00, Sat 11:00-10:00 Region: Texas Reviewer: Becky Parr Review Date: 3/3/2014 Reviewer: Becky Parr Rating: 4 The Review Salado Creek Winery is tucked into a shopping area of Main Street in Salado. I almost […]
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Niobrara Valley Vineyards Review Address: 90256 State Spur 16F Nenzel,Nebraska 69219. Phone Number: 402-823-4131 Tasting Hours: Memorial Day-Labor Day: Wed-Sun 2:00-7:00 and by appt. Region: Nebraska Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Review Date: 12/26/2014 Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Rating: 4 The Review Ever since we took our honeymoon in Sonoma, people have been giving us wine […]
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Heitz Wine Cellars Review Address: 436 St. Helena Highway South St. Helena,California 94574. Phone Number: 707-963-3542 Tasting Hours: 11:00-4:30 Region: Napa Valley AVA, St. Helena AVA, California Reviewer: Martin D. Redmond Review Date: 8/17/2014 Reviewer: Martin D. Redmond Rating: 5 The Review Napa Valley means many things to me, most of which are associated with […]
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Blenheim Vineyards Review Address: 31 Blenheim Farm Charlottesville,Virginia 22902. Phone Number: 434-293-5366 Tasting Hours: 11:00-5:30 Region: Monticello AVA, Virginia Reviewer: James Houston Review Date: 7/5/2012 Reviewer: James Houston Rating: 4 The Review Not much sun makes it through the lush, towering trees that line Blenheim Farm Road, ten miles south of Charlottesville. But this changes […]
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King Family Vineyards Review Address: 6550 Roseland Farm Crozet,Virginia 22932. Phone Number: 434-823-7800 Tasting Hours: Mon-Fri 9:00-5:00, Sat-Sun 11:00-5:00 Region: Monticello AVA, Virginia Reviewer: Brian Yost Review Date: 1/10/2014 Reviewer: Brian Yost Rating: 5 The Review Living here in Central Virginia Im surrounded by wineries that are drawing national and international attention. One of these […]
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Vine Street Cellars Review Address: 17 N Vine St Glenwood,Iowa 51534. Phone Number: 712-525-9463 Tasting Hours: Wed-Thurs 3:00-9:00, Fri 3:00-10:00, Sat 1:00-10:00 Region: Loess Hills District AVA, Iowa Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Review Date: 4/24/2014 Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Rating: 5 The Review It would be easy to start listing our experiences between Napa Valley […]
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Chateau Montelena Winery Review Address: 1429 Tubbs Lane Calistoga,California 94515. Phone Number: 707-942-5105 Tasting Hours: 9:30-4:00 and by appt. Region: Napa Valley AVA, Calistoga AVA, California Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Review Date: 7/3/2016 Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Rating: 5 The Review Youve heard of Chateau Montelena. I pen (type) that line with a high degree […]
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Shafer Vineyards Review Address: 6154 Silverado Trail Napa,California 94558. Phone Number: 707-944-2877 Tasting Hours: By appt. Mon-Fri 10:00, 2:00 (call 4-6 weeks in advance) Region: Napa Valley AVA, Stags Leap District AVA, California Reviewer: Tom Riley Review Date: 4/3/2013 Reviewer: Tom Riley Rating: 5 The Review When you make a reservation to visit Shafer Vineyards, […]
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Madrigal Family Winery Review Address: 3718 St. Helena Hwy. N. Calistoga,California 94515. Phone Number: 707-942-8619 Tasting Hours: By appt. 10:00-4:00 Region: Napa Valley AVA, Calistoga AVA, California Reviewer: Elizabeth Smith Review Date: 2/13/2016 Reviewer: Elizabeth Smith Rating: 5 The Review In 1938, the grandparents of third-generation vintner Chris Madrigal emigrated from Mexico to the United […]
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Hall Winery – St. Helena Review Address: 401 St. Helena Highway South St.Helena,California 94574. Phone Number: 866-667-4255 Tasting Hours: 10:00-5:30 and by appt. Region: Napa Valley AVA, St. Helena AVA, California Reviewer: James Houston Review Date: 4/19/2013 Reviewer: James Houston Rating: 4 The Review In 2007, I snagged a bottle of Hall Cabernet Sauvignon from […]
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Newport Vineyards & Winery Review Address: 909 E. Main Rd. Middletown,Rhode Island 02842. Phone Number: 401-848-5161 Tasting Hours: Mon-Sat 10:00-5:00, Sun 12:00-5:00 Region: Southeastern New England AVA, Rhode Island Reviewer: Anthony Marocco Review Date: 12/27/2014 Reviewer: Anthony Marocco Rating: 3 The Review Another stop on the Coastal Wine Trail in Rhode Island over the Christmas […]
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Frog’s Leap Winery Review Address: 8815 Conn Creek Rd. Rutherford,California 94558. Phone Number: 800-959-4704 Tasting Hours: 10:00-4:00 Region: Napa Valley AVA, Rutherford AVA, California Reviewer: Laura Cropper Review Date: 10/26/2015 Reviewer: Laura Cropper Rating: 5 The Review Frogs leap Winery is set in a beautiful Victorian house in Napa’s Rutherford AVA. Founded in 1981 by […]
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Breitenbach Winery Review Address: 5934 Old Rte. 39 NW Dover,Ohio 44622. Phone Number: 330-343-3603 Tasting Hours: Mon-Sat 9:00-6:00 Region: Ohio Reviewer: Shona Carr Review Date: 3/3/2012 Reviewer: Shona Carr Rating: 4 The Review Oh my, is what came out of my mouth as I walked through the doors at Breitenbach Winery. I had never been […]
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Wilson Creek Winery & Vineyards Review Address: 35960 Rancho California Rd. Temecula,California 92591. Phone Number: 951-699-9463 Tasting Hours: 10:00-5:00 Region: South Coast and S. California, Temecula Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Tara Torres Review Date: 9/12/2012 Reviewer: Tara Torres Rating: 4 The Review More than just a wine tasting room, Wilson Creeks sweeping, well landscaped grounds […]
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Athena Vineyard & Winery Review Address: 3138 Jesse Dupont Memorial Highway Heathsville,Virginia 22473. Phone Number: 804-580-4944 Tasting Hours: Region: Northern Neck George Washington Birthplace AVA, Virginia Reviewer: Kat Collins Review Date: 7/6/2016 Reviewer: Kat Collins Rating: 5 The Review In Greek mythology, born full-grown out of the head of her father Zeus and subsequently his […]
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Vermeil Wines Review Address: 1018 First St. Napa,California 94559. Phone Number: 707-254-9881 Tasting Hours: Sun-Wed 10:00-10:00, Thurs-Sat 10:00-11:00 Region: Napa Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Review Date: 3/7/2016 Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Rating: 4 The Review As a lifelong fan of the Kansas City Chiefs, Coach Dick Vermeil is one of my sports […]
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Pine & Brown Estates Review Address: 1045 Pine St. Napa,California 94559. Phone Number: 707-363-4057 Tasting Hours: By appt. Region: Napa Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Review Date: 6/30/2016 Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Rating: 5 The Review This past spring, I attended an event that boasted around 40 small producers all from the Napa […]
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Black Mesa Winery Review Address: 1502 State Highway 68 Velarde,New Mexico 87582. Phone Number: 505-852-2820 Tasting Hours: Mon-Sat 10:00-6:00, Sun 12:00-6:00 Region: New Mexico Reviewer: Becky Parr Review Date: 4/10/2013 Reviewer: Becky Parr Rating: 5 The Review Where the sunlight meets the shadows on the mesa, halfway between Santa Fe and Taos, there you find […]
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Glacial Till – Ashland Review Address: 1419 Silver St Ashland,Nebraska 68003. Phone Number: 402-944-2546 Tasting Hours: Fri-Sat 11:00-4:00, Sun 12:00-6:00 and by appt. Region: Nebraska Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Review Date: 5/18/2014 Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Rating: 5 The Review Ashland, Nebraska, is a midway point between Lincoln and Omaha, the largest cities in the […]
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RoxyAnn Winery Review Address: 3285 Hillcrest Rd. Medford,Oregon 97504. Phone Number: 541-776-2315 Tasting Hours: Mon-Thurs: 12:00-7:00, Fri: 11:00-9:00, Sat-Sun 11:00-7:00 Region: Southern Oregon AVA, Rogue Valley AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Liesa Morrow-Bratcher Review Date: 1/18/2014 Reviewer: Liesa Morrow-Bratcher Rating: 4 The Review Living in Southern Oregon wine country definitely has its advantages. With many excellent wineries […]
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Caesar Creek Vineyards Review Address: 962 Long Road Xenia,Ohio 45385. Phone Number: 937-479-4278 Tasting Hours: Fri-Sat 2:00-7:30 and by appt. Region: Ohio Reviewer: Brian Yost Review Date: 11/28/2014 Reviewer: Brian Yost Rating: 5 The Review I must confess that I had serious misgivings as I set out to visit my first Ohio winery. Caesar Creek […]
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David Hill Vineyards & Winery Review Address: 46350 NW David Hill Rd. Forest Grove,Oregon 97116. Phone Number: 503-992-8545 Tasting Hours: 12:00-5:00 Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Rob Boss Review Date: 9/14/2013 Reviewer: Rob Boss Rating: 4 The Review (Photos by Jai Soots) Named for its location, David Hill Winery plays up one of the […]
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Kunin Wines Review Address: 28 Anacapa Street Santa Barbara,California 93101. Phone Number: 805-963-9696 Tasting Hours: 11:00-6:00 Region: Santa Barbara County, California Reviewer: Review Date: 3/2/2013 Reviewer: Rating: 4 The Review The pace of Santa Barbara is about what you imagine from a surfer-friendly, wine-cultured seaside town with a year-round Mediterranean climate… it’s relaxed. Things open […]
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Pugliese Vineyards Review Address: 34515 Main Rd Cutchogue,New York 11935. Phone Number: 631-734-4057 Tasting Hours: 11:00-6:00 Region: Long Island AVA, North Fork of Long Island AVA, New York Reviewer: Joanne Dunne Review Date: 5/1/2012 Reviewer: Joanne Dunne Rating: 5 The Review The Place:  Pugliese Vineyards is known as The Winery in the Hollow. It is definitely […]
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B.R. Cohn Winery Review Address: 15000 Sonoma Highway Glen Ellen,California 95442. Phone Number: 800-330-4064 Tasting Hours: 10:00-5:00 Region: Sonoma County, Sonoma Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Becky Parr Review Date: 6/3/2013 Reviewer: Becky Parr Rating: 5 The Review Bruce Cohn has apparently lived a charmed life. In 1969, he began to manage a little local band […]
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Vampire Vineyards Review Address: 9865 S. Santa Monica Blvd. Beverly Hills,California 90212. Phone Number: 310-826-7473 Tasting Hours: Mon-Thurs 12:00-10:00, Fri-Sat 12:00pm-12:30am, Sun 4:00-10:00 Region: California Reviewer: Becky Parr Review Date: 11/6/2014 Reviewer: Becky Parr Rating: 5 The Review I don’t get into the whole vampire culture. I didn’t see Twilight, don’t watch True Bloods, no […]
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Rombauer Winery Review Address: 3522 Silverado Trail St. Helena,California 94574. Phone Number: 800-622-2206 Tasting Hours: By appt 10:00-5:00 Region: Napa Valley AVA, St. Helena AVA, California Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Review Date: 12/28/2016 Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Rating: 4 The Review When I think of Rombauer wines, I think first of overstatement. Their famous Zinfandel […]
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Stone Tower Winery Review Address: 19925 Hogback Mountain Road Leesburg,Virginia 20175. Phone Number: 703-777-2797 Tasting Hours: Thurs-Mon 11:00-5:30 and by appt. Region: Virginia Reviewer: Richard Rynders Review Date: 2/13/2015 Reviewer: Richard Rynders Rating: 4 The Review If the architect’s renderings are anywhere near accurate, the new, soon-to-open tasting room and event center at Stone Tower […]
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Buena Vista Winery Review Address: 18000 Old Winery Rd. Sonoma,California 95476. Phone Number: 707-938-1266 Tasting Hours: 10:00-5:00 Region: Sonoma County, Sonoma Valley AVA, Moon Mountain AVA, California Reviewer: Tom Riley Review Date: 7/3/2013 Reviewer: Tom Riley Rating: 5 The Review The best place to start, it has been said, is at the beginning. If you […]
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Miramonte Winery Review Address: 33410 Rancho California Rd. Temecula,California 92591. Phone Number: 951-506-5500 Tasting Hours: Mon-Fri 11:00-6:00, Sat-Sun 11:00-10:00 Region: South Coast and S. California, Temecula Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Tara Torres Review Date: 5/17/2012 Reviewer: Tara Torres Rating: 3 The Review As the popularity of limo wine tasting shows no sign of slowing down […]
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TeSoAria Portland Review Address: 4003 North Williams Ave. Portland,Oregon 97212. Phone Number: 971-229-0050 Tasting Hours: Mon-Thurs 1:00-9:00, Fri-Sat 11:00-10:00, Sun 11:00-9:00 Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Rob Boss Review Date: 5/10/2014 Reviewer: Rob Boss Rating: 5 The Review (Photos by Jai Soots) While it’s not unusual for a winery to open their tasting room […]
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Barboursville Vineyards Review Address: 17655 Winery Rd. Barboursville,Virginia 22923. Phone Number: 540-832-3824 Tasting Hours: Mon-Sat 10:00-5:00, Sun 11:00-5:00 Region: Monticello AVA, Virginia Reviewer: Brian Yost Review Date: 10/26/2013 Reviewer: Brian Yost Rating: 5 The Review Depending on where you are coming from, the village of Barboursville can be reached using either State Route 20 or […]
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The Caves at Soda Canyon Review Address: 2275 Soda Canyon Road Napa,California 94558. Phone Number: 707-861-8100 Tasting Hours: By appt. Tues-Sat 10:00-4:30 Region: Napa Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Laura Cropper Review Date: 12/17/2015 Reviewer: Laura Cropper Rating: 5 The Review The staff at The Caves at Soda Canyon will make you feel like the whole […]
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Williamson Wines Review Address: 134 Matheson St. Healdsburg,California 95448. Phone Number: 707-433-1500 Tasting Hours: 11:00-7:00 Region: Sonoma Coast AVA, Sonoma County, Russian River Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Denise Gangnes Review Date: 3/28/2012 Reviewer: Denise Gangnes Rating: 4 The Review Downtown Healdsburg is home to 20 or so tasting rooms within a six-block radius if […]
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Sequoia Grove Review Address: 8338 St. Helena Highway Rutherford,California 94558. Phone Number: 707-944-2945 Tasting Hours: 10:30-5:00 Region: Napa Valley AVA, Rutherford AVA, California Reviewer: Tom Riley Review Date: 7/25/2015 Reviewer: Tom Riley Rating: 5 The Review You cant be familiar with the better producers in the Napa Valley and not know the name Sequoia Grove. […]
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Rose Bank Winery Review Address: 258 Durham Rd. Newtown,Pennsylvania 18940. Phone Number: 215-860-5899 Tasting Hours: Thurs-Sun 11:00-5:00 Region: Pennsylvania Reviewer: Jen Fromal Review Date: 3/24/2012 Reviewer: Jen Fromal Rating: 4 The Review Rose Bank Winery is what all wineries should be like inviting, friendly and stocked with great wine. The Place: Driving past […]
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Chimney Rock Winery Review Address: 5350 Silverado Trail Napa,California 94558. Phone Number: 707-257-2641 Tasting Hours: 10:00-5:00 Region: Napa Valley AVA, Stags Leap District AVA, California Reviewer: Tom Riley Review Date: 5/3/2013 Reviewer: Tom Riley Rating: 5 The Review If you have ever driven the Silverado Trail through the Napa Valley you have seen Chimney Rock […]
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Opus One Winery Review Address: 7900 St. Helena Highway Napa,California 94558. Phone Number: 800-292-6787 Tasting Hours: By appt. 10:00-4:00 except major holidays Region: Napa Valley AVA, Oakville AVA, California Reviewer: Elizabeth Smith Review Date: 10/24/2015 Reviewer: Elizabeth Smith Rating: 5 The Review When my friend asked me if I would like to visit Opus One, […]
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Swiss Heritage Winery Review Address: 6011 Old Rte. 39 NW Dover,Ohio 44622. Phone Number: 330-343-3884 Tasting Hours: Mon-Sat 9:00-6:00 Region: Ohio Reviewer: Shona Carr Review Date: 3/3/2012 Reviewer: Shona Carr Rating: 4 The Review I walked out of the Swiss Heritage Winery laughing, not only because they packaged the wine I purchased in a shiny […]
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Fess Parker Winery & Vineyard Review Address: 6200 Foxen Canyon Rd. Los Olivos,California 93441. Phone Number: 805-688-1545 Tasting Hours: 10:00-5:00 Region: Santa Barbara County, Santa Ynez Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Review Date: 2/26/2013 Reviewer: Rating: 5 The Review Situated among the rolling hills of Santa Maria Valley, I walk in to the enormous wood-and-stone building […]
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Balic Winery Review Address: 6623 Harding Hwy (Route 40) Mays Landing,New Jersey 08330. Phone Number: 609-625-2166 Tasting Hours: Mon-Sat 9:00-8:00, Sun 11:00-7:00 Region: Outer Coastal Plain AVA, New Jersey Reviewer: Charlie Toms Review Date: 6/22/2013 Reviewer: Charlie Toms Rating: 5 The Review Driving near Atlantic City, youll see a billboard different than the rest. Instead […]
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Chappellet Winery Review Address: 1581 Sage Canyon Rd. St. Helena,California 94574. Phone Number: 707-963-7136 Tasting Hours: By appt. Region: Napa Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Tom Riley Review Date: 7/1/2015 Reviewer: Tom Riley Rating: 5 The Review Chappellet Winery is not just someplace you pop into on your way to somewhere else. Being there is never […]
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La Cruz De Comal Wines Review Address: 7405 Fm. 2722 Canyon Lake,Texas 78133. Phone Number: 830-899-2723 Tasting Hours: Sat-Sun 12:00-6:00 Region: Texas Hill Country AVA, Texas Reviewer: Becky Parr Review Date: 10/25/2013 Reviewer: Becky Parr Rating: 4 The Review Texas wineries tend to be unique, but La Cruz de Comal is a Texas winery unlike […]
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Pride Mountain Vineyards Review Address: 4026 Spring Mountain Rd. St. Helena,California 94574. Phone Number: 707-963-4949 Tasting Hours: By appt. Region: Napa Valley AVA, Sonoma County, California Reviewer: Elizabeth Smith Review Date: 4/5/2016 Reviewer: Elizabeth Smith Rating: 5 The Review In all of my visits to Napa and Sonoma prior to moving here, I never discovered […]
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Trump Winery Review Address: 3550 Blenheim Road Charlottesville,Virginia 22902. Phone Number: 434-977-3895 Tasting Hours: Sun-Sat 11:00-6:00 Region: Monticello AVA, Virginia Reviewer: James Houston Review Date: 7/13/2012 Reviewer: James Houston Rating: 5 The Review Google Kluge Estate. Whats the first result? Until 2011, Kluge Estate was the standard-bearer for Virginia viticulture, known for exquisite sparkling wines […]
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Willow Creek Winery – Cape May Review Address: 160-168 Stevens Street West Cape May,New Jersey 08204. Phone Number: 609-770-8782 Tasting Hours: 11:00-7:00 Region: Outer Coastal Plain AVA, New Jersey Reviewer: Charlie Toms Review Date: 10/5/2013 Reviewer: Charlie Toms Rating: 4 The Review Willow Creek Winery is one of the newest wineries in New Jersey, having […]
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DaVero Review Address: 766 Westside Rd. Healdsburg,California 95448. Phone Number: 707-431-8000 Tasting Hours: Thurs-Mon 11:00-5:00 and by appt. Region: Sonoma County, Dry Creek Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Elizabeth Smith Review Date: 8/7/2016 Reviewer: Elizabeth Smith Rating: 5 The Review In August 2015, I was invited by the Winegrowers of Dry Creek Valley to participate in […]
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Gundlach-Bundschu Winery Review Address: 2000 Denmark Street Sonoma,California 95487. Phone Number: 707-938-5277 Tasting Hours: Jun to Oct 11:00-5:30; Nov to May: 11:00-4:30 Region: Sonoma Coast AVA, Sonoma County, Sonoma Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Tom Riley Review Date: 7/11/2013 Reviewer: Tom Riley Rating: 5 The Review Dont plan to visit Gundlach Bundschu unless you are in […]
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Dutch Henry Winery Review Address: 4310 Silverado Trail Calistoga,California 94515. Phone Number: 707-942-5771 Tasting Hours: By appt. 10:00-4:30 Region: Napa Valley AVA, Calistoga AVA, California Reviewer: James Houston Review Date: 5/31/2013 Reviewer: James Houston Rating: 4 The Review Five seconds after I missed the turn for my intended destination of Rombauer Vineyards, I realized I […]
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Lava Vine Winery Review Address: 965 Silverado Trail Calistoga,California 94515. Phone Number: 707-942-9500 Tasting Hours: 10:00-5:00 Region: Napa Valley AVA, Calistoga AVA, California Reviewer: Anthony Marocco Review Date: 5/17/2014 Reviewer: Anthony Marocco Rating: 4 The Review After our trip to Chateau Montelana, we drove down the Silverado Trail in search of a short pit stop […]
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Ram’s Gate Winery Review Address: 28700 Arnold Drive Sonoma,California 95476. Phone Number: 707-721-8700 Tasting Hours: By appt. Thurs-Mon 10:00-6:00 Region: Sonoma Coast AVA, Sonoma County, Sonoma Valley AVA, Los Carneros AVA, California Reviewer: Anthony Marocco Review Date: 5/2/2014 Reviewer: Anthony Marocco Rating: 5 The Review As we left our tour of San Francisco (cut short […]
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Quintessa Winery Review Address: 1601 Silverado Trail St. Helena,California 94573. Phone Number: 707-967-1601 Tasting Hours: By appt. 10:00-4:00 Region: Napa Valley AVA, Rutherford AVA, California Reviewer: Tom Riley Review Date: 7/23/2014 Reviewer: Tom Riley Rating: 5 The Review A visit to Quintessa is an invitation to enjoy what’s best about the Napa Valley: committed relationships […]
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Becker Vineyards Review Address: 464 Becker Farms Rd. Stonewall,Texas 78671. Phone Number: 830-644-2681 Tasting Hours: Mon-Thurs 10:00-5:00, Fri-Sat 10:00-6:00, Sun 12:00-6:00 Region: Texas Hill Country AVA, Texas Reviewer: Becky Parr Review Date: 3/18/2013 Reviewer: Becky Parr Rating: 4 The Review Established in 1992, Becker Vineyards is one of the more well-established and well-known wineries in […]
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Dashe Cellars Review Address: 55 4th Street Oakland,California 94607. Phone Number: 510-452-1800 Tasting Hours: Thurs-Sun 12:00-6:00 Region: California Reviewer: Martin D. Redmond Review Date: 6/2/2013 Reviewer: Martin D. Redmond Rating: 4 The Review I have the good fortune of living in the East Bay, between Oakland and San Jose. Its a wine-lover’s paradise. I live […]
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Stags’ Leap Winery Review Address: 6150 Silverado Trail Napa,California 94558. Phone Number: 800-395-2441 Tasting Hours: By appt. Region: Napa Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Anthony Marocco Review Date: 5/4/2014 Reviewer: Anthony Marocco Rating: 5 The Review One of the highlights of our recent trip to Napa and Sonoma was Stags’ Leap Winery. The first thing that […]
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Jacuzzi Family Vineyards Review Address: 24724 Arnold Drive Sonoma,California 95476. Phone Number: 707-931-7575 Tasting Hours: 10:00-5:30 Region: Sonoma Coast AVA, Sonoma County, Sonoma Valley AVA, Los Carneros AVA, California Reviewer: Tom Riley Review Date: 8/17/2013 Reviewer: Tom Riley Rating: 4 The Review For tourists who love visiting wineries that have a little bit of everything, […]
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Great Frogs Review Address: 3218 Harness Creek Rd. Annapolis,Maryland 21403. Phone Number: 410-626-6193 Tasting Hours: May 1-Aug 31: Mon-Fri 1:00-4:00, Sat 1:00-5:00; Sep 1-Apr 30: By appt. Fri-Sat 1:00-5:00 Region: Maryland Reviewer: Jim Finley Review Date: 5/31/2014 Reviewer: Jim Finley Rating: 4 The Review Located three miles south of Annapolis, Maryland, Great Frogs provides a […]
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Domaine Carneros Review Address: 1240 Duhig Rd. Napa,California 94559. Phone Number: 707-257-0101 Tasting Hours: 10:00-5:30 Region: Napa Valley AVA, Los Carneros AVA, California Reviewer: Elizabeth Smith Review Date: 12/19/2015 Reviewer: Elizabeth Smith Rating: 5 The Review My first visit to Domaine Carneros was Labor Day Weekend 2012 during a visit to Napa. I joined a […]
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Deerfield Ranch Winery Review Address: 10200 Sonoma Highway Kenwood,California 95452. Phone Number: 707-833-5215 Tasting Hours: 10:30-4:30 Region: Sonoma County, Sonoma Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Sherrie Perkovich Review Date: 3/30/2013 Reviewer: Sherrie Perkovich Rating: 5 The Review Overview:  Deerfield Ranch winery is located in the heart of Sonoma Valley California, and Robert Rex and his wife PJ […]
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Grape Creek Vineyards Review Address: 10587 East Highway 290 Fredericksburg,Texas 78624. Phone Number: 830-644-2710 Tasting Hours: Mon-Fri 11:00-6:00, Sat 10:00-6:00, Sun 11:00-5:00 Region: Texas Hill Country AVA, Texas Reviewer: Becky Parr Review Date: 8/22/2015 Reviewer: Becky Parr Rating: 4 The Review With more than 45 wineries near Fredericksburg, and more “coming soon,” it takes a […]
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Cline Cellars Review Address: 24737 Arnold Drive Sonoma,California 95476. Phone Number: 707-940-4000 Tasting Hours: 10:00-6:00 Region: Sonoma Coast AVA, Sonoma County, Sonoma Valley AVA, Los Carneros AVA, California Reviewer: Tom Riley Review Date: 7/27/2013 Reviewer: Tom Riley Rating: 5 The Review For years, when friends who were vacationing in California asked me what wineries they […]
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Orin Swift Cellars Review Address: 1325 Main Street St. Helena,California 94574. Phone Number: 707-967-9179 Tasting Hours: See website for wine tasting details. Region: Napa Valley AVA, St. Helena AVA, California Reviewer: Anthony Marocco Review Date: 6/14/2014 Reviewer: Anthony Marocco Rating: 4 The Review During our most recent trip to Napa, we came across a little […]
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The Winery at Holy Cross Abbey Review Address: 3011 E. U.S. Hwy. 50 Canon City,Colorado 81212. Phone Number: 719-276-5191 Tasting Hours: Mon-Sat 10:00-6:00; Sun 12:00-5:00 Region: Colorado Reviewer: Review Date: 5/20/2013 Reviewer: Rating: 5 The Review Saints, Slammers and Spirits The Place:  Imagine my surprise when planning a trip to the Colorado outback to discover that […]
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Boedecker Cellars Review Address: 2621 NW 30th St Portland,Oregon 97210. Phone Number: 503-224-5778 Tasting Hours: Sat-Sun 1:00-6:00 Region: Willamette Valley AVA, Oregon Reviewer: Rob Boss Review Date: 8/2/2015 Reviewer: Rob Boss Rating: 5 The Review (Photos by Jai Soots) Wed actually put off reviewing Boedecker Cellars urban winery for a while because they were remodeling […]
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Caduceus Cellars – Merkin Vineyards Review Address: 158 Main St. Jerome,Arizona 86331. Phone Number: 928-639-9463 Tasting Hours: Sun-Thurs 11:00-6:00, Fri-Sat 11:00-8:00 Region: Arizona Reviewer: Diane Review Date: 6/10/2013 Reviewer: Diane Rating: 4 The Review History: Caduceus Cellars is yet another venture of Maynard James Keenan. This international rock star has set out to rock the wine […]
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Sutter Home Winery Review Address: 277 St. Helena Hwy St. Helena,California 94574. Phone Number: 707-963-3104 Tasting Hours: 10:00-5:00 Region: Napa Valley AVA, St. Helena AVA, California Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Review Date: 3/19/2016 Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Rating: 4 The Review I got one for ya: The manager of a wine bar, a sommelier, two […]
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Duckhorn Vineyards Review Address: 1000 Lodi Lane St. Helena,California 94574. Phone Number: 888-354-8885 Tasting Hours: By appt. Region: Napa Valley AVA, St. Helena AVA, California Reviewer: James Houston Review Date: 1/26/2013 Reviewer: James Houston Rating: 5 The Review In late 2007 I got a job at a fancy wine retailer in New York City. New […]
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Renault Winery Review Address: 72 N. Bremen Ave. Egg Harbor,New Jersey 08215. Phone Number: 609-965-2111 Tasting Hours: Mon-Thurs 12:00-4:00, Fri 12:00-5:00, Sat 10:00-7:00, Sun 10:00-4:00 Region: Outer Coastal Plain AVA, New Jersey Reviewer: Charlie Toms Review Date: 6/15/2013 Reviewer: Charlie Toms Rating: 4 The Review Renault is the oldest and best-known winery in New Jersey. […]
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Scribe Winery Review Address: 2300 Napa Rd. Sonoma,California 95476. Phone Number: 707-939-1858 Tasting Hours: By appt. Region: Sonoma Coast AVA, Sonoma County, Sonoma Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Anthony Marocco Review Date: 5/17/2014 Reviewer: Anthony Marocco Rating: 5 The Review When most visitors arrive at a winery, the last thing they really focus on is the […]
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Buehler Vineyards Review Address: 820 Greenfield Rd. St. Helena,California 94574. Phone Number: 707-963-2155 Tasting Hours: By appt. Mon-Fri 10:00-4:00 Region: Napa Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Martin D. Redmond Review Date: 3/10/2014 Reviewer: Martin D. Redmond Rating: 4 The Review On our most recent trip to Napa Valley, my wife and I were looking for a […]
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Black Ankle Vineyards Review Address: 14463 Black Ankle Rd. Mt. Airy,Maryland 21771. Phone Number: 301-829-3338 Tasting Hours: Fri 12:00-8:30, Sat-Sun 12:00-5:00, Holiday Mondays 12:00-5:00 and by appt. Region: Linganore AVA, Maryland Reviewer: Jim Finley Review Date: 7/12/2014 Reviewer: Jim Finley Rating: 5 The Review Few, if any, Maryland wineries have received as much acclaim as […]
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V. Sattui Winery Review Address: 1111 White Lane St. Helena,California 94574. Phone Number: 707-963-7774 Tasting Hours: 9:00-6:00 (winter 9:00-5:00) Region: Napa Valley AVA, St. Helena AVA, California Reviewer: Becky Parr Review Date: 5/22/2013 Reviewer: Becky Parr Rating: 5 The Review By 1985, V. Sattui Winery was able to build a beautiful stone winery amid the […]
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Valenzano Winery Review Address: 1090 Route 206 Shamong,New Jersey 08088. Phone Number: 609-268-6731 Tasting Hours: Mon-Fri 11:00-5:00, Sat-Sun 11:00-4:00 Region: Outer Coastal Plain AVA, New Jersey Reviewer: Charlie Toms Review Date: 12/28/2013 Reviewer: Charlie Toms Rating: 5 The Review In the last decade, Valenzano Winery has become one of the largest and best known wineries […]
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Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars Review Address: 5766 Silverado Trail Napa,California 94558. Phone Number: 866-422-7523 Tasting Hours: 10:00-4:30 Region: Napa Valley AVA, Stags Leap District AVA, California Reviewer: Tom Riley Review Date: 5/24/2013 Reviewer: Tom Riley Rating: 5 The Review I should have known. When you plan to drop into a winery before 11 a.m., you […]
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WALT Wines Review Address: 380 First St. West Sonoma,California 95476. Phone Number: 707-933-4440 Tasting Hours: 11:00-6:00 Region: Sonoma County, Sonoma Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Sherrie Perkovich Review Date: 2/22/2014 Reviewer: Sherrie Perkovich Rating: 5 The Review WALT Wines, based in the town of Sonoma, specializes in the production of artisan Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from […]
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Murphy-Goode Winery Review Address: 20 Matheson St. Healdsburg,California 95448. Phone Number: 707-431-7644 Tasting Hours: 10:30-5:30 Region: Sonoma County, Dry Creek Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Becky Parr Review Date: 6/15/2013 Reviewer: Becky Parr Rating: 5 The Review At Murphy-Goode, its all about “living the Goode life.” I can think of nothing better! The Place:  Murphy-Goodes grapes come […]
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Lambert Bridge Winery Review Address: 4085 W. Dry Creek Rd. Healdsburg,California 95448. Phone Number: 707-431-9600 Tasting Hours: 10:30-4:30 Region: Sonoma County, Dry Creek Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Tom Riley Review Date: 7/27/2013 Reviewer: Tom Riley Rating: 5 The Review I like wineries that understand hospitality, wineries that take a subtle but undeniably professional approach to […]
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Va La Vineyards Review Address: 8820-8822 Gap Newport Pike (RT 41 ) Avondale,Pennsylvania 19311. Phone Number: 610-268-2702 Tasting Hours: Fri 12:00-5:30, Sat-Sun 12:00-6:00 Due to our small size we unfortunately cannot accommodate groups over six persons please. Region: Pennsylvania Reviewer: Review Date: 5/31/2015 Reviewer: Rating: 5 The Review Tucked away on a little plot of […]
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Failla Wines Review Address: 3530 Silverado Trl. St. Helena,California 94574. Phone Number: 707-963-0530 Tasting Hours: By appt. Region: Napa Valley AVA, St. Helena AVA, California Reviewer: Tom Riley Review Date: 8/6/2014 Reviewer: Tom Riley Rating: 5 The Review If you spend too much time in certain corners of the Napa Valley, you start to believe […]
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Castello di Amorosa Review Address: 4045 North St. Helena Hwy Calistoga,California 94515. Phone Number: 707-967-6272 Tasting Hours: Mar-Oct: 9:30-6:00; Nov-Feb: 9:30-5:00 Region: Napa Valley AVA, Diamond Mountain District AVA, California Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Review Date: 1/15/2017 Reviewer: Mark and Sonja Rating: 5 The Review Hello. My name is Inigo Montoya. You killed my father. […]
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Hanzell Vineyards Review Address: 18596 Lomita Avenue Sonoma,California 95476. Phone Number: 707-996-3860 Tasting Hours: By appt. 10:00-4:00 Region: Sonoma County, Sonoma Valley AVA, Moon Mountain AVA, California Reviewer: Sherrie Perkovich Review Date: 4/9/2013 Reviewer: Sherrie Perkovich Rating: 5 The Review Hanzell is literally a hidden gem in the town of Sonoma. One would think since […]
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Tomasello Winery Review Address: 225 North White Horse Pike Hammonton,New Jersey 08037. Phone Number: 609-561-0567 Tasting Hours: Mon-Wed 9:00-6:00, Thurs-Sat 9:00-7:00, Sun 11:00-6:00 Region: Outer Coastal Plain AVA, New Jersey Reviewer: Charlie Toms Review Date: 7/27/2013 Reviewer: Charlie Toms Rating: 4 The Review New Jersey, having been founded in 1933. Frank Tomasello mostly grew sweet […]
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O’Brien Estate Review Address: 1200 Orchard Avenue Napa,California 94558. Phone Number: 707-252-8463 Tasting Hours: By appt. Mon-Sat 10:00-500, Sun 12:00-5:00 Region: Napa Valley AVA, Oak Knoll District of Napa Valley AVA, California Reviewer: Elizabeth Smith Review Date: 5/1/2016 Reviewer: Elizabeth Smith Rating: 5 The Review OBrien Estate is a hidden gem of the Napa Valley. […]
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Welcome to this week’s list of U.S. wineries experiencing the most love (or at least page views) from AWG wine lovers. A wonderful review and lot of love from winery fans on Facebook, lands Illinois’ Danenberger Family Vineyards in the number one spot. If you’ve never considered adding wine tasting to your list of things […]
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Welcome to this week’s list of U.S. wineries experiencing the most love (or at least page views) from AWG wine lovers. New reviews by Rob Boss and Elizabeth Smith propelled Oregon’s Teutonic Wine Company and Napa’s Materra Wines into the #1 and #3 spots, respectively. The Napa free tasting wineries continue their strong showing and […]
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2010 Arizona Stronghold DALA Cabernet Sauvignon This week’s wine is an Arizona Stronghold 2010 DALA from Graham County, Arizona. Eric Glomski (Founder of Page Springs Cellars and previously Winemaker at David Bruce Winery) and Maynard James Keenan (Owner of Caduceus Cellars and Merkin Vineyards & Orchards and lead singer for Tool and A Perfect Circle, […]
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As I sit here writing about today’s wine experience I am thinking about change. In a few short hours I will have a brand new grandchild. This tiny, little baby boy will bring change to the entire family dynamic, and this change is one of those warm and loving sought-after changes. Sometimes the more things […]
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d Welcome to this week’s list of U.S. wineries experiencing the most love (or at least page views) from AWG wine lovers. The Napa free tasting wineries remain in the top spot for the second week in a row and are joined by two other exceptional Napa wineries, Failla and Quintessa. Arizona’s ever-popular Caduceus Cellars […]
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Virginia wineries are producing wines of quality and distinction with a food-friendly style somewhere between old and new world. Not every year is a blockbuster, though, and climate has a significant impact on the quality of each vintage. As a result, wine lovers who value consistency over authenticity may want to do a little homework […]
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Welcome to this week’s list of U.S. wineries experiencing the most love (or at least page views) from AWG wine lovers. Despite three new Napa winery reviews this week, Idaho’s Parma Ridge Winery hung onto the #1 spot for the second week in a row. The newly reviewed wineries, Pride Mountain Vineyards, Far Niente, and […]
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2011 McPherson Cellars Les Copains I had intended to review a Virginia wine this week, but after publishing an article on Virginia Cabernet Franc and Viognier last week, I decided that I needed to spread the love. The U.S. wine section at the local wine shop contained wines from the big three: California, Washington, Oregon; […]
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Paso Robles wine tourists have a wide range of lodging options, but for those looking for a true wine country experience, staying at a winery that provides on-site lodging can’t be beat. Whether you prefer a small, loft apartment or a luxurious inn, the following Paso Robles wineries and vineyards provide unforgettable wine country getaways. […]
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From grape variety days to state wine months, the 2017 Wine Lover’s Calendar gives you almost 30 reasons to open that bottle! The wine holidays and months in the graphic above are also listed below (grouped by type). When possible, the holiday is linked to a site that provides additional information about the holiday. If […]
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(Photos by Jai Soots) Whether used as a marketing plan or an expression of terroir, single vineyard releases have become something of an American standard. True to terroir or not, they are viewed by consumers as unique and desirable compared to their cuvéed counterparts. Fortunately, some vineyards deliver that sought-after distinction. One of these is […]
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Welcome to this week’s list of U.S. wineries experiencing the most love (or at least page views) from AWG wine lovers. Elizabeth Smith’s review of Sonoma’s MacLaren Wine Company earns it the well-deserved top spot for the week. Arizona’s Caduceus Cellars and the Napa free tasting trio of Buehler Vineyards, Heitz Wine Cellars, and Smith-Madrone […]
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In theory, what’s not to love about discount wine tasting passes? You buy a pass, visit wineries, and receive discounts on your purchases. Of course, it’s not quite that simple. The value of the card really depends on the wineries that are included and the discounts that are offered. Also, discounts at wineries in locations […]
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The Nation Magazine’s recent announcement that it had launched The Nation Wine Club wasn’t particularly surprising. Publishing companies such as The New York Times, Forbes, The Wall Street Journal, and Rolling Stone long ago realized that their subscriber lists could be used for much more than sending newspapers, magazines and invoices. The interesting twist […]
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From grape variety days to state wine months, the 2016 Wine Lover’s Calendar gives you more than 30 reasons to open that bottle! The wine holidays and months in the graphic above are also listed below (grouped by type). When possible, the holiday is linked to a site that provides additional information about the holiday. […]
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An Idaho recreation destination aspires to become an Idaho wine and recreation destination. The trees are in full bloom and temperatures are climbing. Yes, it is spring in Idaho, and everyone is itching to get outside. Longer, warmer days mean more time to play golf and tennis, hike, swim, hit the trails on the ATV […]
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Welcome to this week’s list of U.S. wineries experiencing the most love (or at least page views) from AWG wine lovers. What a difference a week makes. Except for the Napa free tasting wineries, no other California winery made last week’s list. Apparently, that angered the wine gods, and this week California wineries hold eight […]
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(Photos by Jai Soots) Sometimes, opportunity knocks and it is overwhelming. Arguably the most distinctive vineyard in all of Oregon, Shea Vineyard is a fastidiously farmed plot in the Willamette Valley and the fruit is uniformly pristine, making it some of the most coveted fruit in the Valley. Tasting the work of ten different winemakers […]
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As images have become increasingly important, especially on social networks such as Facebook, Pinterest, and Twitter, marketers have been looking for new methods to leverage their visual content. One of the newer, image-related technologies involves embedding links, audio, maps, and video within images; marketers and content producers are hoping that these data-enhanced images will result […]
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Welcome to this week’s list of U.S. wineries experiencing the most love (or at least page views) from AWG wine lovers. The Napa free tasting trio of Buehler Vineyards, Heitz Wine Cellars, and Smith-Madrone Vineyards continue their long streaks on the list with Buehler taking this week’s top spot. After holding the #1 spot for […]
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Welcome to this week’s list of U.S. wineries experiencing the most love (or at least page views) from AWG wine lovers. Mark and Sonja Gudgel’s fabulous reviews of Volker Eisele Family Estate and Trefethen Vineyards earned the two Napa wineries the #1 and #2 spot, respectively. Arizona’s Caduceus Cellars continued to be popular and came […]
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Whether you call it a revolution, a groundswell, or just an increasing number of people making better wine in more places, quality wine production is spreading across the United States. We just completed our wine rating update, aggregating wine critic ratings and international wine competition results to create our 1 to 5 star winery ratings. […]
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In the enormously grand world of wine, there comes a point where “bigger-better-faster” is no longer relevant: at the top, things are just different but not necessarily better, because most of the time it’s all great. Value is another matter and that’s the nature of this list. These wines represent a great bang for the […]
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Updated 11/30/2017 Free wine tasting in Napa, the land of the $40 tasting fee? Surprisingly, it does exist, and free tastings aren’t confined to start-up wineries looking to introduce wine drinkers to their new wines. In fact, some very well-established and highly respected Napa wineries also provide free wine tastings. Approximately half of the wineries […]
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Ohio wine tourists have a wide range of lodging options, but for those looking for a true wine country experience, staying at a winery that provides on-site lodging can’t be beat. Whether you prefer a quaint cabin or a luxurious inn, the following Ohio wineries and vineyards provide unforgettable wine country getaways. The majority of […]
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Welcome to this week’s list of U.S. wineries experiencing the most love (or at least page views) from AWG wine lovers. Mark and Sonja Gudgel’s review of Volker Eisele Family Estate earned it the top spot for the second week in a row. The Napa free tasting trio of Buehler Vineyards, Heitz Wine Cellars, and […]
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Wine pundits and wine sites, including this one, regularly proclaim that great wine is being made throughout the United States. The challenge for wine lovers who want to explore wines from other states, especially states that don’t receive a lot of coverage for their wines, is to find the gems. We recently updated our ratings […]
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Welcome to this week’s list of U.S. wineries experiencing the most love (or at least page views) from AWG wine lovers. Based on the results of the last two weeks, the Napa free tasting wineries now dominate the list; they held the top seven positions this week. As a result, we’ve decided to group the […]
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Spring brings many wonderful things to Southern Oregon. The weather is getting warmer, the trees are growing new leaves, flowers are blooming, and most importantly, grape vines are beginning to bud. May also means Oregon Wine Month! In 2012, Governor Kitzhaber designated May as Oregon Wine Month to celebrate Oregon’s wine growers and accentuate the […]
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There continues to be a great deal of press regarding the role of the wine critics and their role in the wine world. It’s difficult to argue against the fact that the influence of critics (and indeed the magazines they work for) has been eroded over the last 5 years; as online social media channels […]
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Interest in Pinot Noir in California is still at record levels, and as demand for the grape continues to climb, producers are doing everything they can to keep up, without compromising the quality of the finished wine. Known as being one of the toughest and most demanding grapes in the world to grow, Pinot Noir […]
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Welcome to this week’s list of U.S. wineries experiencing the most love (or at least page views) from AWG wine lovers. Rob Boss’ recent review of Portland’s Boedecker Cellars moves it ahead of Arizona’s Caduceus Cellars and into the #1 spot. The other winery reviewed this week, Napa’s Trefethen Vineyards, comes in at #4. The […]
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Welcome to this week’s list of U.S. wineries experiencing the most love (or at least page views) from AWG wine lovers. It was a huge week for Virginia wineries as they took five of the top ten spots! In another surprise, other than the Napa free tasting wineries, no California wineries made the list. Nebraska’s […]
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2011 Chateau Grand Traverse Whole Cluster Riesling Chateau Grand Traverse, located on Old Mission Peninsula, is the oldest and largest winery in northern Michigan. Founded by Edward O’Keefe in 1974, Chateau Grand Traverse was the first winery to introduce Vinifera grapes to northern Michigan. Thanks to the moderating effects of Grand Traverse Bay, the winery […]
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2009 Mission Mountain Riesling My wife’s first trip to Montana resulted in utter disappointment. For those who haven’t been to Montana, the Rocky Mountains are only located in the western part of the state and the rest of the state looks a lot more like Kansas than it does the Swiss Alps. Add to that […]
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From grape variety days to state wine months, the 2015 Wine Lover’s Calendar gives you more than 30 reasons to open that bottle! For 2016 wine holidays, please check out the 2016 Wine Lover’s Calendar. The wine holidays and months in the graphic above are also listed below (grouped by type). When possible, the holiday […]
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Whether managing a complex project or choosing a bottle of wine, constraints and trade-offs are a part of life. For example, are you more likely to buy one exceptional bottle produced by a local grower-winemaker or three bottles of quaffable, mass-produced wine? Finding quality wine, whether artisanal or mass-produced, is fairly easy (at least for […]
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Our quarterly update and aggregation of wine ratings from the world’s most respected wine reviewers and publications (9300 ratings added this quarter) results in some wineries moving up, e.g. from a 4 star rating to a 4 1/2 star rating*, and others moving down. While hundreds of wineries recently received great scores for their wines, […]
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