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Zinfandel has long been a fan favorite among many wine lovers. While Cabernet Sauvignon and others have drawn past the notable Zin in recent years...

As you become more involved in the art and science of winemaking, you will naturally become more aware of the benefits of wine aging and storing....

Aging wines has been a winemaking strategy for centuries, with winemakers storing wine to reach their target flavor and texture. During the process,...

Known for their bold flavors and rich history, red Zinfandel has been a beloved favorite for centuries. The grape and wine evolved from the Croatian...

Wine tasting rooms are destinations for thousands of people each year, every person looking for the magic of blending the right wines and foods....

One of the most popular and customary wines of Amador County is Zinfandel. While many grape varieties thrive here, the Zinfandel is still the king....

While most wine lovers are familiar with the wine-growing conditions of Napa Valley and Sonoma County, Amador County is becoming an even more...

Sutter Creek, California, is a winemaking gem that more wine enthusiasts are discovering each day. While many people still flock to Napa Valley and...

Two things stand out as icons of the Amador County wine business: Barbera Wines and Scott Harvey. The two important elements drive the wine business...

Amador County is becoming one of the most important winemaking areas in the world. While Sonoma County and Napa Valley have had decades of growing...

Scott Harvey Wines understands the complexities of good wine and cheese pairings and the impact that these can have on the enjoyment of their wines....

A summertime delight, a Rosé is not a white wine, and definitely not a red, but a delicious complement to all sorts of entrees. If you are...

A time to celebrate the joys that good wine brings to our lives, National Wine Day will occur on May 25, 2023. On this day, expert and amateur wine...

The release of a new wine varietal is an exciting event at any winery. From the initial harvest through the handcrafted winemaking process, label...

As another Valentine’s Day approaches, imagine a romantic private dinner for two. Perhaps your shared “favorite” dish is in order. Or maybe a...

Jana Harvey, along with her husband Scott, has been a critical partner in the development and success of Scott Harvey Wines, one of the best...

Wine bottles come in different formats, sizes, colors, and shapes. While some variances may pertain to the taste and enjoyment of the wines, these...

The recent grape crop has been harvested, sorted, selected, and pressed for Amador County wineries to produce outstanding wines. Finally, vineyard...

In Amador County, we celebrate the holidays the right way! Food and drinks, live music and stage productions, flea markets, wine tastings and light...

Perhaps you, your family, and your friends have become a little bit tired of all the same menu ideas for Thanksgiving dinner. Some in your circle...

California is the fourth-largest producer of wine in the world, coming in behind Italy, France, and Spain. Among the different ‘wine country’...

There are no two products more different in their origins yet more delicious together than chocolate and wine. Millions of consumers around the...

When two or more talent-driven enterprises join forces, the whole often becomes greater than the sum of its parts. For food and wine enthusiasts...

Whether in sports or business, great teams consist of a carefully selected group of individuals whose diverse talents complement each other,...

Early spring can be a particularly delicate period for vines as they wake up from their winter dormancy. In the Sierra Foothills, it marks a time of...