After we took our staff up to the distillery in the summer of 2022, we selected two barrels to have bottled specifically for us...well really for you! Of course the common-sensical thing to do would have... Read More
The Arkenstone story is a tale of discovery and dedication, rooted in Howell Mountain's emergence as a prestigious wine region in the late 1970s and '80s. Acquiring their land in 1988, Arkenstone... Read More
The Arkenstone story is a tale of discovery and dedication, rooted in Howell Mountain's emergence as a prestigious wine region in the late 1970s and '80s. Acquiring their land in 1988, Arkenstone... Read More
The Arkenstone story is a tale of discovery and dedication, rooted in Howell Mountain's emergence as a prestigious wine region in the late 1970s and '80s. Acquiring their land in 1988, Arkenstone... Read More
We believe strongly in the power and promise of Oregon Chardonnay. Sigrid Chardonnay is an homage to our Swedish grandmother whose spirit, grace, and strength inspired three generations... Read More
Hailing from Lebanon by way of Paris, Daniel and Georges moved to California in their youth and soon achieved success in business. This, however, was just the beginning of their journey. Inspired by their family history and worldview,... Read More
Dearden's Cabernet Sauvignon 'Sleeping Giant' 2018 offers a captivating bouquet of ripe blackberries and currants, intertwining with subtle hints of dark chocolate and vanilla, creating an enticing aroma. On the palate,... Read More
We here at Stage Left have been big fans of Chris Dearden for many years (since he was GM / COO at Robert Biale Vineyards). It is only recently that we've been able to taste Dearden Wines. In March 2024, we held a tasting... Read More
Our great-grandfather, Richard Detert, came to the US from Germany in 1909 at the age of 23 and eventually made his way to CA in 1926 to manage his uncle’s (W.F. Detert, who came thethe U.S. in 1866)... Read More
ULTIMATUM is dedicated to producing the very best Cabernet Sauvignon possible from the pinnacle of Double Rock estate in Oakville, Napa Valley. The word “ultimatum” has Latin roots which mean “final.”... Read More
In honor of International Womens Week (first week of March) here is my tribute to American jockey, Rosie Napravnik, who hails from the nearby townhip of Mendham, NJ.... Read More
Edna Lewis was born in 1916 in Freetown, Orange County, Virginia. One of eight children, she lived with her family in a small community of emancipated slaves that her grandfather helped... Read More
“I just think God pitches us a low, slow curve but he doesn’t want us to strike out... I think everything he throws at you is testing your strength; you don’t cry about... Read More
In 1920, as the dark clouds of Prohibition descended, Bacardi began promoting Cuba as a tropical paradise to escape to. Hemingway was one of the many Americans who flocked there... Read More
“Mario Suazo Is the Mayor of the French Quarter At Napoleon House, the veteran bartender can make you a signature Pimm’s Cup in 15 seconds flat.” So says Robert Simonson.... Read More
“Years ago I began collecting cocktail books. I soon realized that mixology was an amazing art, but we knew so little about those who invented it, like the great Jerry Thomas. That’s... Read More
Every once in a while you come across something that defies your expectations in a most delightful way. Kevin Kinsella did not grow up on a vineyard. He did not live through many vintages toiling in a cellar. Kevin made his success... Read More
Kinsella Estates is an organically farmed vineyard 500 feet above theRussian River Valley. The East-West running valley enjoys a warm climate that never sees winter frost. It is planted with 12 acres of Cabernet Sauvignon on the... Read More
Kinsella Estates is an organically farmed vineyard 500 feet above the Russian River Valley. The East-West running valley enjoys a warm climate that never sees winter frost. It is planted with 12 acres... Read More
Kinsella Estates is an organically farmed vineyard 500 feet above the Russian River Valley. The East-West running valley enjoys a warm climate that never sees winter frost. It is planted with 12 acres of Cabernet Sauvignon on... Read More