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Spotlight on Wine Country Artisan: Jim Gray

The Carving Workshop of Jim Gray specializes in woodcarving, stonecarving, cast bronze work for high-end residences. Fireplace surrounds, kitchen hoods, fountains and any type of architectural work in limestone, marble, fine hardwoods is our speciality.

Thinking Ahead to Springtime in the Vineyards

What could be more idyllic? "Originally, Rafael came recommended to us by a friend. He has truly wonderfully behaved horses and a beautiful setting to soak in wine country on horseback and then, of course, taste some wine..."

"Talk like a local.
Taste like a local.
Tour like a local."

A wonderful audio tour, via CD, which will make more of your visit to Napa Valley. Comprised of over 50 "AudioShorts", Finding Wine on Highway 29 illuminates many of the wineries you are likely to encounter as your tour the Valley. Shaun Andrews introduces you to a few exciting, ultra-premium wineries you may not yet have discovered on your own... Shaun has over 10 years experience in the food and wine industry. Utilizing his extensive knowledge gained through travel, research, and evenings filled with wine imbibing, Shaun shares with his listeners his intimate understanding of realms hardly traveled.

Order CD here. $14.95

Lodging

Find the finest accommodations B&B style, at a spa or luxurious hotel... Napa Valley and Sonoma innkeepers welcome wine country travelers.

Are You Lookin' at ME?

We were packing up this custom label job for shipping when the house photographer walked through the warehouse - and couldn't resist taking this photo opportunity - don't they look great?

More, More, More...

Wineries & Wines	Tours
Take the Winery Tour... find links to the wines online. Order gourmet wine gifts and custom-labeling.	Arrange a customized wine country tour... let someone who knows the area guide you through a perfect day - or week..
Golf	Hot Air Balloon Rides
Play one (or more) of our local golf courses - book tee times online and look for specials.	Float over our vineyard landscapes in a hot air balloon for the most unique and memorable wine country experience.
Events	Weddings
Find links to event calendars - highlighting special functions at unique venues.	Planning a wine country wedding Check these links for florists and caterers and photographers - oh my!