It’s hard not to see Spring in the vineyards as a miracle. When all goes well, the flowers all set, the clusters are formed, the weather stays warm and sunny, and Spring is the harbinger of a great vintage.

Open That Bottle Night – or OTBN – was born in 1999 and is held annually by accomplished journalists and wine aficionados Dorothy J. Gaiter and John Brecher as the perfect opportunity to open that special bottle you’ve been holding onto.

What constitutes what the press calls a “great” vintage? And why is it better than a different year, and not as good as another? The answer is complicated.

We partnered with Secret Supper in the fall to share stories, meet new friends, and enjoy exceptional wine and food in one-of-a-kind locations.

You can visit Rodney Strong Winery any time of the year, we’re happy to welcome you, but there’s something special about Harvest.

I love Zinfandel. I have an emotional attachment to Zinfandel. Zinfandel was the first red wine that seduced me as a young wine enthusiast.

For many people, being handed the wine list in a fancy restaurant is a bit like being asked to go a couple of rounds with Mike Tyson.

After what can only be described as the hellish vintage of 2020 (fire and brimstone and pestilence—the only thing missing was toilet paper), 2021 was a splendid year.

It’s a sign of how ancient a variety Malbec is that it has more than 1,000 synonyms.

Pairing wine with food isn’t about snobbery, isn’t about tradition, isn’t about superstition; it’s about chemistry.

A biographical account of Ron Washam, Sommelier and Rodney Strong Wine Educator.

Our first grape trucks of the season are bringing in Russian River Valley Pinot Noir for Rosé.