Why You Need To Pay Attention to the Sierra Foothills

Each wine region gets its shine in due time, and the day is coming for the Sierra Foothills AVA. In a time where we worry daily about the effects of climate change......

Introducing the Sierra Foothills Wine Collective (SFWC): Showcasing the Exquisite Wines of the Sierra Foothills AVA

The Sierra Foothills Wine Collective is excited to announce its mission to showcase the unique and exotic region of the Sierra Foothills AVA.....

We Recently Reviewed 7 Excellent California Sauvignon Blanc Wines Under $40

The Golden State is home to many locations that are ideal for growing Sauvignon Blanc. As an early to mid-ripening grape.....

2021 Andis Painted Fields Curse of Knowledge Sierra Foothills

After years of worries, Amador County winemakers confident in successful grape harvest

After a few years of uncertainty caused by fires, drought, smoke taint, and frost, 2023 is turning out to be a great year for California wine....

A late harvest for some Northern California winemakers proved beneficial. Here's how

While many vintners have agreed that the cooler weather is pointing to great California wine this year, the extended time of the grapes on the vine worried some.....

Wine grapes recover from wildfires, climate change as plants 'just won't stop growing'

In Amador County, vineyards are still recovering from major losses they've experienced over the last few years due to changing climate and a pandemic.....

Wine festival CabFranc-a-Palooza landed in Livermore

I spent the first weekend in June with Cab Franc in Livermore wine country. As a longtime fan, I tasted Cabernet Franc from five countries, multiples states and learned that hoop dancing was harder than it looked....

Food and Wine Meet in the Perfect Spot

It took a few years, but The Sarasota-Manatee Originals got the food and wine train running on time once again. Yes, Sarasota food people, Forks & Corks has returned...

Behind the Cellar Door

Behind the Cellar Door, Amador’s first big wine festival of the year, is taking place on Saturday and Sunday, March 25 and 26. This celebration has been taking place...

Legitimate Old Vine Zin: 2020 Andis 'Painted Fields' Old Vine Zinfandel

On Sale Through 3/31/23! When I say legitimate, I mean legitimate! The 2020 Andis Painted Fields Old Vine Zin comes from the Sierra Foothills...

Andis Wines Meatballs for a Cause

Andis Wines will feature $5 meatballs for the month of February with all proceeds going to benefit the Junior Achievement of Sacramento.

‘Plate It, Sacramento!’ features locals Lorenzo Muslia, N’Gina Guyton as judges

In episode 2 of the Very Local cooking competition show, chefs were given $100 and 15 minutes to choose ingredients for a meal inspired....

Feature In Good Day Sacramento

Corti Brothers in Sacramento touts our Amador Classico as "the best red wine in the house right now....

Corti Brothers showcase Andis Wines on KCRA 3

Corti Brothers features new fall foods and Andis Wines...

The hidden winemaking region in California’s Sierra foothills

Vineyards in Napa and Sonoma may be more famous, but the Sierra foothills area is regaining its identity as a premier winemaking destination...

These are the 6 best — and affordable — wine regions in the Sacramento area

California is still America’s wine capital, but day trips to Napa and Sonoma counties aren’t what they once were.Tastings...

Sauvignon Blanc — A Guide to the Basics

Fantastic ones are produced in France and New Zealand, but Sauvignon Blanc also thrives in Italy, California, Chile, and beyond...

10 Driver-Worthy Wineries in California Gold Country

There are plenty of wineries and wine bars within easy driving distance from San Francisco, which means you’re probably on the hunt for an experience unlike one you’d find in the Bay Area...

The Grape Mini-Series

Sémillon used to be the most planted white grape in the world. From its native home in France to Australia, Chile, South Africa, Argentina, and beyond, it was planted en masse to pump...

Perfect Pairing

Making great vino is the goal of winemaking couple Andy Friedlander and Janis Akuna, whose company, Andis Wines, is toasting Hawaii residents with a special membership offer...

Why Many of California’s Best-Known Winemakers Flock to Amador County

Amador County is a whirlwind of soil types and back roads, but within it lies a treasure trove of vinous gold with exceptional value...