The University of Georgia’s campaign to defend its NCAA title will begin on the courts of Meadowood Napa Valley in St. Helena starting Friday.

In the early morning darkness, a warm, dry breeze blew across the open fields and vineyards of Carneros.

NOTES AND QUOTES for a Monday in the Napa Valley:

Growing up, Calistoga native Dick Vermeil learned what to value in life from his father.

Lake Berryessa