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Dogs of California Wine Country
Big or small, sleek or fluffy, vineyard hound or couch puppy—the dogs of California wine country are special members of winegrowing families. We introduce you to the leaders of the pack—the meeters, greeters, protectors and canine cuddlers who bring smiles at estates across Napa and Sonoma. Bring them a treat when you next go to visit.
Cover Stories
Dogs of California Wine Country
Riley, Imogene and Penny of Jackson Family Wines
Bailey of Rudd Estate
Levi of Joel Gott Wines
Nala of Foley Family Wines
Siri and Foo of Lail Vineyards
Bruno of Caymus Vineyards
Boris of Bure Family Wines
Khan of Harlan Estate
Theo, Carlos and Grizzly of Copper Cane
Holly of Dry Creek Vineyard
Jade and Ollie of Cirq and Chev
Tucker of Peter Michael Winery
Molly of Lokoya and Cardinale
Rocky of Hall Wines
Solomon and Luna of Hudson Ranch & Vineyards
Dog-Friendly Wineries in Napa and Sonoma
Tasting Reports
The Great Escape
Alphabetical Guide to Bordeaux
Alphabetical Guide to Oregon
Features
Women Sommeliers Power the Profession’s Future
Grapevine
Heitz Cellar Owner and CEO Buy Napa Valley’s Stony Hill Vineyard
Wine & Cheese May Help Bolster Cognitive Health
Wine Auctions: Commercial Houses Innovate and Thrive
No Tariff Relief in Sight
Departments
Man’s Best Friend
How I Found My Joy in Wine
Wine and the City Dog
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