A different side of Napa Valley awaits those who venture off the beaten path. Indeed, many of the region’s most intimate experiences unfold from the front seat of an all-terrain vehicle (ATV) ridding the rugged terrain that molds some of Napa’s finest wines. In an unpretentious setting, these small-scale, family-owned wineries offer a chance to […]

It is no secret that Cabernet rules the region in Napa Valley, but for Brian Doody and Laura Larson of 601 Cellars, off the grid varietals have their heart. Their wine program is Sangiovese- driven with a supporting cast of Grenache, citing Tuscany and other old world wine regions as their muse. This winemaking couple […]

I’ve always loved sunflowers. Seeing them reminds me of summertime in Connecticut. I would go every year to the local farms and orchards to pick what was in season and take in their golden glory. Now, I think they’ll remind me of my new home in Napa Valley. I’ve been busy exploring sunflower fields in […]

Today marks one month since moving to the lovable French city of Bordeaux. While I have since settled into a daily rhythm filled with school and work, it still seems impossible to quit the feeling that I am on a holiday. How could I with weekend hiking trips in the countryside, day trips to the […]