Robert,

Yes, I know they save some tables for "special" people, and those people have an unpublished phone number to call. I'm not one of them.

We actually had reservations once, with friends from NYC. Then Gordon ended up in the emergency room by Yosemite, and we had to cancel.

So we've had to settle for La Toque, Bistro Geanty, Don Giovanni, Domaine Chandon, and lots of others. Haven't eaten at Tuscany yet. Living here is So Painful!

Chateau St Jean has a nice wine club. They send out 3 bottles every 3 months, it runs about $90-115, and the stuff they send is wonderful. Plus, you get a discount on what you buy at the winery.

Bob's favorite is Robert Mondavi. Another good one is Grgich Hills.

Heck, they're ALL good. Our car is set on autopilot for wine country.

Enjoy!