Trotter 1/16 Winery

06/17/2026

I got to meet up with friends I made back in the Casa Nuestra days (circa 2006)! It had been her first time to Napa and we made memories happen

06/10/2026

One of the biggest benefits of judging wine competitions are the friends made! Thanks to Doug for inviting me and a few other judges to an after party to help clean up open bottles! Wine Competitions

06/07/2026

The wine industry offers so many opportunities to connect, collaborate, and celebrate. I attended a Sisterhood Social with Wine Women, Women for Winesense and Les Dames d'Escoffier at DeLoach Vineyards. There is an impressive collection of vintage cookware on display!

06/05/2026

When was the last time you visited Northern California's wine country? Come, let's have dinner and sip some wine! Can YOU see the LOVE??

05/31/2026

I was delivering wine to a Liquid Art Club Member and discovered the charm of So San Francisco! The Bay views from her deck were wonderful; I could have sipped and watched all day. We went to lunch at an iconic diner called the Garden Club. I love discovering new-to-me places! HaveWineWillTravel ;-)

05/27/2026

It is one of my favorite days when I can hang at the winery (wearing white clothes!) and determine my blends...

05/24/2026

Did you hear? We've opened up the Cellar and have released a VERY limited amount of library wines! Don't miss out - order now for fall delivery (as weather permits) https://www.116wines.com/prior-vintages Inquire via email directly to steph(at)116wines.com

05/19/2026

Having been awarded the Best Woman Winemaker at the 2026 International Women's Wine Comp, it sent me down "the rabbit hole" of old photos (a big box)! There are so few as I began my wine adventure well before we had cell phones to document. LOL

05/18/2026

Made a new friend at MacLaren Vineyards last week - fabulous and

05/15/2026

This really happened! Voted Best Women WInemaker of 2026 by International Women's Wine Competition :-) I'm even on the website. https://www.winecompetitions.com/2026-int-l-women-s-wine-re Also - 2023 Ben's Blend was awarded 99 points, Best of Class/Double Gold!

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