Terra d’Oro, Amador County, Deaver Vineyard, Zinfandel 2006 The nose features stewed fruits, raisins, caramel and brown spices. In the mouth the wine is warm, with sweet, pruny fruit. The vines were planted in 1881. P&B Plymouth 15.5% $30 at the winery Terra d’Oro Winery
Peachy Canyon, Paso Robles, Old School House, Zinfandel 2006 This elegant Zin is driven by berry flavors and a plush texture – nice. P&B in Paso Robles 13.8% $36 at the winery for the latest vintage ’07 Peachy Canyon
The snorkeling is enjoyable for its experience of almost exclusively small fish along the edge of the rock. The personal learning for me: find a great area of coral and stop, just float and watch the activity unfold. Previously I spent too much time looking,...
The landscape is stunning and lush in this verdant valley, a beautiful park to visit that is easily accessible from Kahalui. As such, it is overrun with visitors so it is prudent to visit early in the day. The hike up is more of a quick jaunt on a well-maintained...
Compelling salads are dressed and tossed to order – nothing pre-made and boxed. Added protein options include seared ahi tuna. Kombucha and homemade lemonade make for refreshing non-alcoholic libations. This was the first visit and I would definitely return in the...