Leslie Sbrocco

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By Leslie Sbrocco–Recognizing and celebrating the amazing women in my life is something I try to do every day. But on this Mother’s Day, I want to shine a light on my closest female family members who support and love me unconditionally and are there to catch me when I fall. They are my heroes. My mom is almost 90 years old and focused her life on her children: four girls—Lisa, Linde, Leslie, and Lauren—and one boy, Tom.

Oct 17, 2024 | sfbaytimes.com | Leslie Sbrocco

By Leslie Sbrocco–Looking for an exceptional place to visit in Wine Country? I have just the spot: The Donum Estate. Donum is the Latin word for “gift,” and a visit to the property is just that. It’s a winery that invites visitors to use all their senses to experience a magical world of wine, nature, and art. Situated in the lush Carneros area between Sonoma and Napa straddling the San Pablo Bay, The Donum Estate is tucked away along a winding road.

Sep 18, 2024 | sfbaytimes.com | Leslie Sbrocco

By Leslie Sbrocco–Though summer is fading, fall is ramping up and bringing colorful days and cool nights. One style of wine that spans the seasonal spectrum is rosé. Made primarily from red grapes crushed quickly to gain a whisper of color, refreshing rosés are ideal with both waning summer sunsets and crisp fall days. These three pinks showcase a variety of styles, grapes, and places, showing the versatility and affordability of rosé.

May 8, 2024 | sfbaytimes.com | Leslie Sbrocco

By Leslie Sbrocco–Looking for weekend plans? I have just the answer. Head to Healdsburg in Sonoma’s wine country to enjoy a few unforgettable days at The Healdsburg Wine & Food Experience from May 16–19, 2024. https://www.healdsburgwineandfood.com/This weekend-long experience is a celebration of all things Sonoma from local farmers and growers to winemakers and chefs. But as Sonoma County is a world-class destination, this experience welcomes and showcases top global wineries, too.

Feb 22, 2024 | sfbaytimes.com | Leslie Sbrocco

By Leslie Sbrocco–2022 Château de Saint Cosme, Cotes du Rhône, France $19 http://www.saintcosme.comMany wine drinkers are familiar with reds from the southern French region of the Cotes du Rhône. An iconic producer from the appellation of Gigondas is Château de Saint Cosme. The estate’s Saint Cosme (pronounced “Comb”) is made from 100 percent syrah unlike many versions from the region, which are blended with other grapes such as grenache.