An earthquake is rattling the Sacramento wine region. Petite sirah, syrah and barbera are challenging zinfandel as the wine most responsible for the standing of fine-wine appellations in Sacramento's backyard.

My own newspaper has called me a "wine expert." Flattering, but not my perception of myself.

At the darkest corner on the darkest street in the darkest hour of the economy, what should come bounding onto this grim stage with hope and cheer but the Cosmopolitan.

Ron and Jamie McManis don't have a tasting room at their winery, McManis Family Vineyards in Ripon, just south of Lodi.

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