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Oakland winemaker Don Henderson stands smiling behind a crate of grapes, holding up two bunches.
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Don Henderson is perfecting the craft of winemaking in his Oakland basement

by Brock Keeling June 01, 2023, 1:32 p.m.June 1, 2023

The founder of Henderson’s Harvest left behind a film career after finding inspiration with his wife in Bordeaux, France.

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West Berkeley’s king of kosher wine is blowing his horn once again

Avatar photo by Andrew Gilbert July 01, 2022, 10:00 a.m.April 6, 2023

Jeff Morgan, co-founder of Covenant Wines, gave up jazz and the tenor sax for kosher winemaking. Now he’s combining his two loves with an outdoor music series.

Andres Giraldo Florez, owner of Snail Bar, stands over vats of grapes in a vineyard.
Posted inNightlife, Nosh, Wine Week

A world-class chef is opening a wine bar in Temescal

by Lauren Bonney March 02, 2021, 11:52 a.m.April 6, 2023

Andres Giraldo Florez’s mission with Snail Bar is to marry his obsession with natural wines and his love for slow food.

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Berkeley wineries rally during uncertain times

by Jennifer Kaplan Oct. 19, 2020, 12:42 p.m.October 4, 2022

Wildfire smoke and pandemic closures of tasting rooms have challenged Berkeley’s urban wineries, but many are finding ways to cope.

A selection of wines from Great China in Berkeley.
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11 East Bay restaurants selling prized, hard-to-find wines at retail prices

by Jennifer Kaplan June 10, 2020, 11:08 a.m.October 4, 2022

There has never been a better time to support your favorite local eateries by grabbing a bottle or two, and you can do so at prices that are hard to ignore.

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What wines should you bring to Thanksgiving dinner?

Avatar photo by Sarah Han Nov. 17, 2017, 9:30 a.m.August 4, 2022

Five wine retailers in Oakland give their top picks for wines that go well with Thanksgiving fare.

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6 canned wines for summertime excursions

Avatar photo by Frances Dinkelspiel Aug. 21, 2017, 1:00 p.m.October 4, 2022

Canned wines are ideal for time spent outdoors, but not all canned wines are worth drinking. Find out which six brands we liked best.

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Celebrate the wine harvest in Livermore Valley

Avatar photo by Deborah Grossman Aug. 25, 2016, 10:00 a.m.October 4, 2022

Harvest season is relaxed and fun in Livermore Valley — here are five reasons to visit this hidden gem of Bay Area wine country.

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8 East Bay spots for sips and swigs with kids in tow

by Guest contributor May 17, 2016, 2:30 p.m.October 4, 2022

Want to get out for a drink, but can’t find a babysitter? Here are eight great East Bay spots where you can grab a beer or a glass of wine — and bring your kids.

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6 stand-out East Bay restaurant wine lists

by Guest contributor July 09, 2013, 9:00 a.m.October 4, 2022

Wine writer Thomas Riley highlights six eateries with what he says are particularly interesting wine lists.

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