Matt Kettmann

There’s nothing petite about this grape, especially in California’s Central Coast. Here’s why Petite Sirah thrives there and bottles to try.

As a great surprise, brisk, racy, white wine bottlings offer a refreshing counterpoint to the California region’s reputation for big reds.

Monterey is one of the California’s best grape growing regions. Try exceptional wines, check out the famous aquarium and take in renowned art galleries.

“Glamourous” Fergie put together this playlist perfect for lounging with a glass or two from her California estate, Ferguson Crest Wines.

Pioneering vintner Fred Brander hopes the Los Olivos District will raise the profile of the region’s Bordelaise wines.

Media mogul awaits the fate of his historic 16-Acre vineyard in Bel Air.

Temecula Valley is an overlooked gem. Varieties like Syrah and Cabernet Sauvignon thrive, but also try wines made from up-and-coming grapes like Sangiovese.

These five regions of the Central Coast are doing the Northern Rhône’s star variety right.

Cider is booming across the country. Find out the formula for success in California’s Central Coast.

As the county of Santa Barbara works toward revising its winery ordinance, another look is taken at the number of oak trees left in the area.