Although this time of year grapes are celebrated for the wine harvest, there are plenty of more delicious uses for these fruitful berries. While table grapes differ from those used to make wine, they make for a refreshing addition to a daily meal or snack. […]
Wine, as it’s often said, is made in the vineyard. Which sometimes brings up the jocular comment: why the heck do we need wineries? Although the process of making wine starts with good quality grapes; the work ethic, talent and creative juices of men and […]
Cassandra and Dan Durst have made a hobby and their love of the land, wine-making and welcoming spirit into the region’s newest winery. The Dursts – whose last name is appropriately German for thirst- have created a local oasis that embraces the essence of serenity, […]
In the romantic language of Italian, ‘Macchia’ means ‘the spot’. Macchia Winery is truly the spot to experience unique zinfandels and other Italian varietals at reasonable prices. Owners Tim and Lani Holdener, who started operating in the Lodi Appellation in 2001, have discovered the hottest […]
A tip to the lips of a wonderful libation is just the thing to sweeten a scrumptious San Joaquin afternoon. BARTENDER AREZOU SOLEMAN, MARKET TAVERN 236 Lincoln Center, Stockton (209) 932-8001 markettavernstk.com Arezou Soleman pours love and passion into everything she does at Market Tavern. […]
Local Lodi Wines – This month’s picks from the Lodi Wine and Visitor Center Albariño is the native white wine of the Rías Baixas region of Galicia, Spain, but this grape may have found its ideal second home in Lodi, California – thanks to Markus […]
The Lucas Winery highlights what is wonderful about the Lodi climate and relies on authentic winemaking techniques to offer Chardonnays and historic ZinStar Zinfandels from old-world vineyards. Winemakers David Lucas and Heather Pyle-Lucas embrace the philosophy of producing wines that reflect the place they come […]
Lodi Produces First-Class European-Style White Wine What can’t Lodi grow well? Because the Delta’s moderate Mediterranean climate and rich sandy loams are so accommodating, the region grows the largest variety of classic wine grapes in the U.S. With such a plethora to choose from, inevitably […]
Weibel Family Vineyards & Winery Weibel Family Vineyards and Winery boasts a history of over eight decades of producing wine across California, with ties to Lodi, San Francisco, Stanford and more. Along with other influential wine families, the Weibels are often credited with revitalizing the California […]
Lodi’s First Verdejo – A New, Exciting Spanish Varietal This month’s picks from the Lodi Wine and Visitor Center Odisea Wine Company – a small, artisanal winery based in Napa – has produced Lodi’s first Verdejo: a 2013 bottled under their Flor de Viña sub-label. The […]
Nestled on the east side of the Mokelumne River in Acampo in the Lodi wine region, Acquiesce Winery’s wine offerings are sure to entice white wine lovers with their unique blends. Owner Susan Tipton created the winery based on her passion for pairing wines with California cuisine– fresh salads, seafood, chicken, tacos, pizza and stir-fry dishes you might find on your dinner table any night of the week. […]
Viaggio Winery By Kelly Pollard Located in the heart of Lodi’s famed wine region, Viaggio Estate and Winery offers a chic tasting experience in an elegant setting along the Mokelumne River. The land formerly belonged to Taddei Walnut Farm and offers a property made for […]
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