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Rutherford winery Round Pond Estate is one of just two facilities in the Napa Valley that manufactures its own olive oil on-site.
After scouring thousands of wines he wrote notes on, Jon Bonné unveils 10 wines that made a lasting impression on him this year.
Readers from far and wide responded to our friendly wine competition. We picked three savvy readers to search for great wine deals.

The best sparkling, red, white and sweet wines of the year. Plus pairing recipes and 20 wines under $40.
These Champagne cocktails will make your holiday parties pop. Holiday Entertaining Guide.
Find something for the wine lover on your list, in all price ranges.
Here's a selection of cocktails to take you through the holiday season.
These wines from around the world will help you stretch your dollar.

John Lee/The Chronicle No yo-ho-ho in these parts. I've already rounded up my most memorable wines (and some extras ) for...

Why does a mai tai at the Merchant Hotel in Belfast cost $1,500? It's made with history.

Check out what the Chronicle Food and Wine staffers are drinking.
Rivoli on upper Solano Avenue has a well-chosen, concise wine selection. Wine List Watch.
The 2007 Maison Angelot Bugey Mondeuse is an earthy red, with juicy blackberry and anise notes.

With its relatively soft tannins, this wine is both accessible and easy to taste. Pairings: Guinea Fowl and Kasha-Chestnut Pilaf
History - and a dose of humor - pervades Gundlach Bundschu, which may be the oldest family-owned winery in California.


