Napa Valley and Sonoma
I'm a Sonoma-based wine writer and critic who has tasted, reviewed and written about the wines of Napa Valley and Sonoma for many years.
-
![]()
Writing
I’m a journalist at heart who enjoys the interviewing, background research and writing it takes to tell a good story
-
![]()
Reviewing
I’ve been a professional wine critic for many years and can help review your wines
-
![]()
Content Consulting
Need help thinking about how best to tell your story and how to reach your best audience?
FEATURED ARTICLES
Wine Spectator: Derek Baljeu Hopes Wine Will Speak to More People
The Knights Bridge winemaker chats about his journey into wine and efforts to mentor aspiring vintners of color
The New Wine Review: Ultramarine, The Cult California Wine That Sparkles
In 2008, Michael Cruse was tasting his way through Northern California during the windows of free time his day job allowed. Cruse was working as a winemaker at Merryvale, where he’d spent seven years, mostly focused on the company’s Pinot Noir and Chardonnay-based Starmont brand.
The New Wine Review: You Should Be Drinking High-Elevation Pinot Noir From California
California is one of the few places in the world that grows Pinot Noir well. It’s one of even fewer places that grows Pinot Noir well at elevation.
AS SEEN IN
“Stay afraid, but do it anyway.”
—Carrie Fisher
Follow @virginieboone
