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Alpenglow Winery

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Alpenglow Winery

Alpenglow Winery, formerly Hacienda de las Rosas, has been experiencing a resurgence since it was sold 8 years ago. The previous owner/winemaker passed away, and sadly, the surviving spouse wasn’t able to continue the winery. Chris and Marie Lakey took a leap of faith, purchased the winery and attempted to make wine in 2019. They had already been enjoying wines from the Central Coast of California before realizing that we have an incredible wine region in our own backyard of Ramona, CA.
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Highway 94 Wineries

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In San Diego, we’re lucky enough to have multiple wine trails and regions to visit. The Highway 94 Wineries in East County offer exceptional wines and a casual, relaxed vibe, besides being very close to home. Just a quick drive from Rancho San Diego, you get to Jamul, and here is where the wine trails begin. This 2-lane rural road stretches from Jamul to Dulzura and onward to Deerhorn Valley. You can enjoy panoramic views of the mountains, ranches, vineyards, ancient oak trees, and rustic scenery, and then taste small-batch wines, learn about the winemaking process, and, more than likely, be hosted by the winery owner or winemaker. Continue Reading →

Ramona Ranch Winery

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Teri Kerns and Micole Moore Co-owners of Ramona Ranch Winery

Teri Kerns and Micole Moore moved to Ramona in 2004. “Returning to living in the Country was important to me, as I grew up in the Country on the Oregon Coast. We purchased 10 raw acres, with a stick-framed house, which started our Ramona adventure. I’ve always loved wine, its history, and romance. I attended and joined the Ramona Valley Vineyard Association in February of 2005, to plant a few vines and make wine,” Kerns said.
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The Secret Supper, An Enchanting Evening at Maison Madeleine in Beaux Bridge Louisiana

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Maison Madeleine Patio

Driving through the bayou into the lush tropical jungle, we arrive at a homestead called Maison Madeleine Bed & Breakfast, nestled among gardens on the shores of Lake MartinBuilt in the 1840s, it’s on the National Register of Historic Places and is one of fewer than 50 surviving Creole cottages from its era. Under the starry Louisiana sky, the twinkling white lights illuminate the ancient trees in this historic Acadian setting. This supper event is so secret that even our guide didn’t know what it was or what it entailed. Continue Reading →

Agustina Hobbs Unveils a New Legacy in Wine

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Agustina Hobbs, daughter of Paul Hobbs and winemaker for ALH

Can you imagine having your father be one of the most famous winemakers in the world? Paul Hobbs, legendary winemaker in Napa, taught her that “you have to show up, walk the vineyards, know how your grapes are progressing, get an idea of what kind of wine you want to make”. She took this to heart and has created her first vintage of Cabernet Sauvignon from famous Napa Valley Continue Reading →