The continued fascination with the arcane issue of grape clones hints at the desperation of consumers to gain some sense of control over where their wine dollars are going.

Paso Robles, a huge viticultural area in San Luis Obispo County, has not gotten as much attention as a source of fine zinfandel as maybe it should.

For years Napa Valley has been known for dense, powerhouse Cabernets, but a few winemakers are making more restrained and elegant versions.

Wine in a box makes sense environmentally and economically. Vintners in the United States would be wise to embrace the trend that is slowly gaining acceptance worldwide.

In the depths of summer, it’s hard to think of a more refreshing choice from California than a chilled sauvignon blanc.