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  1. Samra Morris of Alma Rosa, and the Dream of Pinot Noir in Santa Barbara

    Samra Morris of Alma Rosa, and the Dream of Pinot Noir in Santa Barbara

    Grape Collective talks to Samra Morris about her path to wine and her winemaking philosophy.

  2. Santa Barbara's Native Son:  Justin Willett

    Santa Barbara's Native Son: Justin Willett

    Justin talks to us about his most adventurous project to date and what it means to 'tread lightly' on your own home turf. 

  3. Richard Sanford: Reflections of a Pinot Pioneer; Ants and Peanut Butter

    Richard Sanford: Reflections of a Pinot Pioneer; Ants and Peanut Butter

    Richard Sanford was a Naval officer during the Vietnam War. A shipmate named Scott Wine introduced him to Volnay which led to a wine journey that ended with him being inducted into the Vintners Hall of Fame by the Culinary Institute of America. By Dorothy J. Gaiter and John Brecher.
  4. Here’s a Mixed Case of Deliciousness, All Prices, All Kinds

    Here’s a Mixed Case of Deliciousness, All Prices, All Kinds

    To help with your entertaining, everyday casual dining, and gift-giving needs, here’s a list of 12 wines that we’ve especially enjoyed this year, along with some food-pairing suggestions.
  5. Balanced Opinion: This Is What Pinot Noir Tastes Like

    Balanced Opinion: This Is What Pinot Noir Tastes Like

    Rajat Parr, widely considered one of the greatest sommeliers of our time, has been making wine for the past few years — and we’re really glad he is.
  6. J. Wilkes: A Legacy in the Soil—And in the Bottle

    J. Wilkes: A Legacy in the Soil—And in the Bottle

    For almost 20 years, Jefferson H. Wilkes marketed and sold the grapes that grew in the now world-famous Bien Nacido Vineyards.
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