Have you ever thought to yourself, “What does terroir mean?” or “What is a varietal?” or “How many bottles of wine are in a case?” […]
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About CWA
California Winery Advisor, Founder & Managing Editor Barrie Cleveland has been reading, working, teaching, learning and yes tasting wines since his first foray into the […]
Central Coast Farm Stands & Markets
Country Stores & Farm Stands Blue Sky Gardens 19505 Walnut Ave. Atascadero93422 Phone: 805-438-5801 Jack Creek Farms 5000 Highway 46 West Templeton 93465 […]
Santa Clara Valley Wine Maps
North Central Coast Map Courtesy of Korbrand Wines & Spirits
How to Taste Wine
Take a wine tasting tutorial with Decanter’s consultant editor Steven Spurrier. Watch as world-famous wine expert Steven Spurrier provides a step-by-step guide on how to…
Wine Event Special Advertising
Winery Event Online Banner Ads – 30% off Starting September 1st CWA will promote your event with a custom designed ad with three ad size […]
Social Media Best Practices
Blog Post Content – What to Say, How to Say it You can write blog posts that get your readers to take action by […]
Concannon Vineyards
Livermore Mayor Marshall Kamena recently honored Jim Concannon, 3rd generation vintner, Concannon Vineyard for his contributions to the Livermore Valley and California wine industry. The…
Sierra Foothills Weather
Wine Country in the Sierra Foothills has varying climates depending on elevation, valley alignments, and the direction the slope faces. Daytime temperatures in the summer […]
Taste For Free
There are over 180 wineries in California that offer complimentary wine tasting. Click on a region to see a Taste For Free winery map along…
Napa Valley Wine Maps
Napa Valley and Carneros Wine Maps Map Courtesy of Korbrand Wines & Spirits
Old Wine and Vinegar – Wine Myths Explored
The first myth states that wine, ultimately, will turn to vinegar. Furthermore, the line of thinking here is that after being opened, this transformation will…
List Your Winery
CWA Delivers Qualified Buyers To Your Winery, Website & Online Store Grow your Direct to Consumer Sales by partnering with CWA. With an Upgraded Profile your […]
Central Coast Farmers Markets
SLO CountyFarmers Markets Arroyo Grande Wednesdays, 8:30 to 11 am. Spencer’s Market, near the Kmart Shopping Center, 1464 East Grand Ave. The Wednesday […]
Santa Clara Vineyards
Santa Clara Valley Vineyards The Santa Clara Valley AVA was once acres and acres of orchards and vineyards, though now is now blocks of homes, wooded […]
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Wine Events: California Wine Month
California Wine Month in September celebrates one of our signature agricultural products and all that vintners and growers bring to the economy, culture and lifestyle […]
Temecula Wine Maps
Temecula Valley Winery Map Click Map for larger view — Map Courtesy of Temecula Map Guide Map Courtesy of the Temecula Valley Winegrowers Association
Temecula Weather
As the sun warms the inland valleys east of Temecula, the air rises, forming a low-pressure area. The colder, much heavier air from the Pacific […]
Monterey Transportation
Yountville Appellation
Resveratrol, Wine And Your Health
Wine in our culture has been coursing through our veins for a long time, with differing views on its benefits and draw backs. For a…
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The California Winery Advisor is an independent guide created by wine enthusiasts who enjoy a good wine and a good time. It’s for locals, […]
Central Coast Wine & Cheese Shops
Central Coast Wine & Cheese Shops Arroyo Grande Lund’s Gifts & Fine Wines 133 E. Branch Street 805.473.1184 Atascadero Wine Outlet 2280 El Camino […]