Yountville Wine Tasting: One Perfect Afternoon on Washington Street

Yountville Wine Tasting: One Perfect Afternoon on Washington Street

Yountville wine tasting has a certain appeal. The town runs just over a mile, yet it holds world-class restaurants, art galleries, and several standout tasting rooms, all within a short walk. No shuttle. No GPS confusion. Just a relaxed afternoon, a simple route, and...
Untamed Beauty Meets Exquisite Taste: Wild Horse Valley AVA Wines

Untamed Beauty Meets Exquisite Taste: Wild Horse Valley AVA Wines

Above the fog line that often covers the southernmost Napa Valley floor is a wine region so remote that very few plant vineyards here: the Wild Horse Valley American Viticultural Area (AVA). One of the smallest AVAs in the Napa Valley, the region spans 3,300 acres but...
Join Us for Mardi Gras at Handwritten

Join Us for Mardi Gras at Handwritten

The vines are dormant, but our spirits are anything but. On Sunday, February 1st from 2-5pm, we’re transforming the SOYO House into a celebration worthy of the French Quarter—Mardi Gras style. We invite our cherished members to join us for an afternoon of wine,...
How Boutique Wines Get Their Names?

How Boutique Wines Get Their Names?

The Story Behind the Label: How Do Wines Get Their Names? Walk into any wine shop or browse the shelves of a boutique winery, and you’ll encounter a fascinating tapestry of names that range from the poetic to the profound, the whimsical to the deeply personal....
Small Production Wines: Why They Matter Today

Small Production Wines: Why They Matter Today

In an era defined by mass production and global reach, small production wines stand apart: crafted with intention, fine attention to detail, and layered with character. As wine lovers search for deeper connections and meaningful experiences, these rare and...