Piña Napa Valley

We don't see a lot of snow here in Napa Valley.  So when I was traveling down the Yountville Crossroads last Saturday morning, I stopped...

So what do you think this mechanical monster is and does? 2010 was a difficult year for most grape growers in the Napa Valley.   It was uns...

I want to share a fun response & picture I received in response to my last blog.  It's from a fellow blogger, Steve, that I have nev...

Cindy & I occasionally visit other winery tasting rooms. We’re both big Zin fans, but I have been unsuccessful is convincing my brothers...

Yes, that is mustard we're seeing already. It seems to be out early this year, but maybe that is just because it's been so rainy ...

Someday I'd like to visit the New England states to enjoy the Fall colors.  Until then, I can appreciate the colors I'm seeing daily...

John, Al, Mike & Joe Pina The above picture carries very special memories for me. I’m sure my brothers and numerous cousins feel the s...

At one of the brothers meetings a while back, it was suggested that I do a blog about Rachael Simpson, our winery intern. Every year, we re...

After reading my post "Harvest under a full moon", Lori Bauer (AKA Sis O'Bauer) sent me a question: Do you know what they call...