The 2026 Calif North Coast Grape Harvest

It's an odd year. It all started in the early spring.

Climate Change

"Should I Stay or Should I Go Now?" by The Clash might describe the thinking of wineries and grape growers.

Napa Too Expensive? Part 2, California Alternatives

If price and/or the crowds are keeping you from Napa Valley, there are plenty of options. The previous article covers wine regions near Napa in the Bay Area. This one explores other major wine regions in California.

Is Napa Too Expensive? Part 1, Bay Area Alternatives

If $75-up tastings, $100-up wines, and crowds aren't for you, there are options. You can seek out the dwindling number of Napa producers that charge less or you can visit other wine regions in California. There are plenty of choices!

This is Part 1 of 2, covering options in the Greater Bay Area. Part 2 will look at the rest of the state.

Attracting New Customers to the Winery

There is much talk about what Napa needs to do to attract more visitors. This is also true for Sonoma, Paso Robles and other premium wine area. The answer is simple, really, and it's not really simple.