Alexander Valley is one of the most delightful areas of wine country that you will ever find.
A peaceful, off the beaten path place that takes you away from the heavy tourist crowds found in
the surrounding areas. Frankly, it is a must visit area. Karin Warnelius-Miller along with her husband Justin own Garden Creek Ranch Vineyards and Winery. There’s a great deal of grape growing history here. For Karin and Justin, it’s all about family. And, chasing flavors in the fields.

Learn more by visiting www.gardencreekvineyards.com

Is there a difference making wine in Spain as opposed to the United States? The end result is still the same, right? Laura Diaz Munoz is originally from Spain and now makes wine in Napa Valley at Ehlers Estate. The grapes are different but end result is a quality bottle of wine. Here Laura talks about the differences, as well as her new gig as winemaker at Ehlers. Wine is a journey and Laura is just getting started.

Learn more by visiting www.ehlersestate.com

It’s likely you wear many hats working in the family wine business. Whitney Yates of Yates Family Vineyard on Mt. Veeder has wore several in her time. Assistant Winemaker, Owner, Vineyard Manager, Cellar Rat, Grape Picker and many more official and unofficial positions. Making wine on a mountain with the family proves it’s all hands on deck in this business. We caught up with Whitney at the winery on a beautiful day just shy of the pick, last week. She’s a busy woman. You can also add “Mom” to her list of titles.

Learn more by visiting www.yatesfamilyvineyard.com

From Hollywood to Sonoma wine country, Molly and Charlie Meeker have continued to grow their family as well as their family of wines. They are a small winery but it’s all about the passion and quality for Molly. And now the second generation, their son Lucas, is taking the family business into the future. Molly visited the home studio of Life Between the Vines last week where we enjoyed many laughs discussing grapes, falling down and living in the best place possible.

Learn more by visiting www.meekerwine.com

What the heck is MOG?  Watch our video of Steven Rogstad of Cuvaison in Napa Valley define the common wine term “MOG”