California wine region
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Greatest vineyards: Decanter names 12 ‘to rule them all’
After much discussion with leading experts, here is Decanter's final dozen...
By Chris Mercer Published
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Adam Lee: California’s Pinot Noir whisperer and 10 top wines
From Siduri to the Santa Lucia Highlands…
By Sara Schneider Published
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Jesse Katz: Exploring Sonoma’s Bordeaux expressions
The perpetual rise of a Sonoma star...
By Brooke Herron Last updated
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Monopoly Napa Valley edition of famous board game released
A Napa wine country version of the board game...
By Chris Mercer Published
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Ramey: A family focus on Californian Chardonnay
A Chardonnay maestro's latest releases...
By Stephen Brook Published
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Billionaire François Pinault hails wine merger with Henriot family
Pinault family takes majority stake in merged group housing several wine 'treasures'...
By Decanter Staff Last updated
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California sustainability: latest developments and innovations
The drive for a greener wine industry…
By Sara Schneider Published
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Napa wine property on sale for $35m as historic site sold
A round-up of recent developments...
By Chris Mercer Published
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Oakville 2019: the top Cabernets from this Napa AVA
The wines to buy from Napa's most recognised AVA…
By Jonathan Cristaldi Last updated
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Coombsville 2019: top Cabernets from this Napa AVA
Great buys from this cool Napa sub-AVA…
By Jonathan Cristaldi Last updated
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Other Napa Valley AVAs: top Cabernets from the 2019 vintage
Yountville, Diamond Mountain, Oak Knoll, Mount Veeder, Atlas Peak and Chiles Valley
By Tina Gellie Last updated
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Spring Mountain 2019: top Cabernets from this Napa AVA
The best buys from this northerly mountain AVA…
By Jonathan Cristaldi Last updated
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Howell Mountain 2019: top Cabernets from this Napa AVA
A vintage of fresh aromatics as well as structured tannins…
By Jonathan Cristaldi Last updated
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Gourmet winery tasting experiences in Napa and Sonoma
Fine dining at a selection of Napa and Sonoma wineries...
By Katie Kelly Bell Published
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St Helena 2019: the top Cabernets from this Napa AVA
Cabernet Sauvignon from some of Napa's most well-known wineries…
By Jonathan Cristaldi Last updated
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Rutherford 2019: top Cabernets from this Napa AVA
The best buys from this unique 'dusty' terroir…
By Jonathan Cristaldi Last updated
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Calistoga 2019: the top Cabernets from this Napa AVA
Excellent freshness, moderate alcohols and elegant tannins…
By Jonathan Cristaldi Last updated
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Stags Leap District 2019: top Cabernets from this Napa AVA
Structured, mineral wines from a renowned AVA…
By Jonathan Cristaldi Last updated
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The rise of California Cabernet Franc plus 20 top wines worth seeking out
The grape on everyone’s lips in California...
By Karen MacNeil Last updated
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Tor Kenward: growing with the Napa Valley
A 40-year career and five recent releases…
By Stephen Brook Published
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First grapes picked in Napa Valley 2022 harvest
Picking begins for some sparkling and white wine styles...
By Chris Mercer Published
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Napa and Sonoma wineries to visit: 15 of the best
Explore Napa and Sonoma with our selection of winery visits to suit every taste...
By Harry Fawkes Published
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Ashes & Diamonds: a taste of Napa in London
The six wines and food pairings…
By Michelle Cherutti Kowal MW Published
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LVMH buys Napa Valley’s Joseph Phelps Vineyards
A new acquisition for the luxury goods powerhouse...
By Martin Green Published
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Freemark Abbey: profile and 10 wines from this Napa pioneer
A rich history and exciting future…
By Jonathan Cristaldi Published
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Au Bon Climat: living on after Jim Clendenen
10 new and mature vintages…
By Stephen Brook Published
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Winemaker profile: Sam Kaplan
Sam Kaplan co-launches a new philanthropic venture...
By Jonathan Cristaldi Published
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Napa Valley barrel auction total hits $1.5m
Charity auction with top wines attracts 600 bidders...
By Chris Mercer Published
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Mendocino Ridge: regional profile and the wines to buy
Top wines from California's vineyard archipelago…
By Jonathan Cristaldi Last updated
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Custom crush wineries: the California scene and wines to try
The innovative winemaking model – and some top wines to try
By Stacy Slinkard Published
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Bryant Family Vineyard: tasting these elusive Napa Cabernets
New 2019 wines and mature vinatges…
By Stephen Brook Published
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A drink with… Napa Valley’s Ray Signorello
New changes and new releases since the 2017 fires…
By Stephen Brook Published