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YOUR GUIDE TO CALIFORNIA WINE, GETAWAYS, THINGS TO DO & EVENTS
E A S Y-T O - F O L LO W W I N E R Y M A P S
FEBRUARY 13, 2009
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Insignia and Backus Vineyard
Cabernet Sauvignon
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DUTCHER CROSSING
WINERY
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ARTESA
CABERNET SAUVIGNON
WITH ASIAN SHORT RIBS
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TASTING ROOM OF THE WEEK:
BALDACCI FAMILY
VINEYARDS
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WINEMAKER PROFILE:
B.R. COHN WINERY
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F E B R UA R Y 1 3 , 2 0 0 9 – I S S U E 7 – V O LU M E 2 8
Dutcher Crossing Winery
PERFECT PAIRS Artesa 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley Reserve
with Slow Braised Asian Short Ribs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
THINGS TO DO . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28-29
What’s Hot This Week by Jeffry Burgess . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Joseph Phelps Vineyards
PERFECT
PA I R S
TA S T I N G R O O M
O F T H E W E E K 40
Artesa
2005 Cabernet
Sauvignon
Napa Valley
Reserve with
Slow Braised
Asian Short Ribs
WINE COUNTRY GETAWAYS
Overnight Accommodations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
NAPA VALLEY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35-47
Napa Valley Wineries Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
Downtown Napa . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39
St. Helena Maps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41
Yountville . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42-43
Calistoga . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44-45
Art & Antiques Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
SONOMA COUNTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48-61
Sonoma County Wineries Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Russian River Area Wineries Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
Santa Rosa Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
Healdsburg Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Geyserville Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54
Sonoma Valley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56-61
Sonoma Valley Wineries Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56
Glen Ellen Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59
Sonoma Plaza . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60
MENDOCINO & LAKE COUNTIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62-63
Lake & Mendocino Counties Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62
LIVERMORE VALLEY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64-65
Livermore Wineries Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Baldacci Family Vineyards
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WINEMAKER
PROFILE
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ON THE COVER
Joseph Phelps Vineyards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
WINE COUNTRY NEWS
Wineology by Len Napolitano . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Wine Country Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
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ON THE
COVER
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WINERY
F E AT U R E
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LODI/WOODBRIDGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66-67
Lodi/Woodbridge Area Wineries Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
SIERRAS/FOOTHILLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68-69
Sierra Foothills Wineries Maps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
NORTHERN CENTRAL COAST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70-75
Monterey Bay/Santa Cruz Mountains Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Carmel Valley Wineries Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
Salinas Valley Wineries Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
PREFERRED RESTAURANTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76-77
Tom Montgomery,
B.R. Cohn Winery
SPECIAL COUPONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .77
WINERY LISTINGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .78-86
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Surprise Your Special Someone Valentine’s Day Weekend
FEBRUARY 12 & 14
Red Hot Valentine’s Day
Wine tasting & a decadent treat from the kitchen! 10am-6pm
Peju Winery, Rutherford, 1-800-446-7358, www.peju.com
FEBRUARY 13
Simi Winemaker Dinner
Winemaker Susan Lueker at the Brasserie Restaurant, Hyatt, Santa Rosa
Multi-course dinner featuring Simi wines and delectable offerings
$113 per person (includes wine, tax & gratuity), call 707 636 -7181
FEBRUARY 13
VINOLIVO at the Lodge in Sonoma
7-10pm, VinOlivo is a gala celebration and feast for the senses.
Enjoy all that Sonoma Valley wine country has to offer.
The Lodge at Sonoma, 1325 Broadway, Sonoma; $75 at the Door
FEBRUARY 13
Winemaker Dinner at Inn at the Tides
Ferrari-Carano Vineyards & Winery Winemaker Sarah Quider
$79 per person, plus tax & gratuity
1-800-541-7788, www.innatthetides.com
The Bay View Restaurant, Inn at the Tides, Bodega Bay
FEBRUARY 13 & 14
Valentine's Dinner with Live Violinist at Garré Winery
Enjoy a four-course gourmet meal prepared especially for this romantic
evening by Garré's award-winning Executive Chef Ty Turner, along with the
elegant sounds of a live violinist in private concert. Evening includes Champagne served with the appetizer course and a glass of Red Velvet port served
with dessert. Seatings at 6 & 8:30pm. $125 per couple, reservations required
7986 Tesla Road, Livermore, www.garrewinery.com, 925 371-8200
FEBRUARY 13-15
Three Days to Say ‘I Love You’ for Valentine’s Day at
John Ash & Co. Romantic Rendezvous Wine Country Weekend
This weekend includes per couple: 2-night stay at picturesque and charming
Vintners Inn, bottle of wine upon arrival, welcome reception, breakfast each
day, spa treatments, lunch at Ferrari-Carano Vineyards and Winery, a dessert
demonstration presented by a pro, special discount coupon for Seasons of the
Vineyard and winemaker dinner for two at John Ash & Co.
Contact Teri Rolleri, teri@fcwinery.com or call 707 527-7687
John Ash & Co. is located at Vintners Inn on Barnes Road,
River Road exit, just west of Highway 101, Santa Rosa
FEBRUARY 14
Topel Tasting Room Celebrates Valentine’s Day
with a Special ‘Love and Meritage’ Blending Party
Topel winemaker Mark Topel and Christopher Sawyer, internationally known
wine journalist and “sommelier to the stars,”will conduct a wine blending
seminar at the Topel Tasting Room at 2pm. $75 or $100 per couple and
includes one bottle of specially blended wine, plus appetizers.
Advance reservations required, 707 433-4116, email donnis@topelwines.com
FEBRUARY 14
Monterey’s River Road Wine Trail “Valentine’s Passport’’
11am-4pm – Twelve tasting rooms along Monterey’s River Road Wine Trail
“Passport”event open their doors – Paraiso, Hahn, Pessagno, Marilyn Remark,
Scheid, Ventana, Chalone, Manzoni, San Saba, Blackstone, Boekenoogen and
Puma Road featuring rare vintages, music, food and celebration.
$25 incudes a souvenir glass, a gift of sweets, entry into a grand drawing
and special discounts, www.riverroadwinetrail.com
FEBRUARY 14
Sweethearts Dinner at Peju
7pm, 1-800-446-7358, www.peju.com
Intimate Valentine’s Day 3 course wine dinner
Peju Winery, Rutherford, www.peju.com
FEBRUARY 14
Merryvale Vineyards’ Annual Valentine’s Day
Seasonal Dinner in the Cask Room!
A seasonal menu featuring sumptuous food and wine pairings and live music
to set the mood. Merryvale's ‘Seasons of the Napa Valley’dinners offers guests
the opportunity to experience the Napa Valley at its finest. (The historic Cask
Room is normally reserved for private parties of 50 or more.) Reception 7pm.
$125 all inclusive. Reservations: 1-800-326-6069 ext 429.
FEBRUARY 14
Red Wine and Chocolate at Bennett Lane Winery
Enjoy red wine blend, Maximus, and Cabernet Sauvignon paired with
different types of dark chocolate for the ultimate tasting experience.
10am-5pm, Calistoga, 707 942-6684, www.bennettlane.com
FEBRUARY 14
Valentine’s Day Dinner
6th Annual Celebration in the famed Hudson House
Enjoy a bountiful array of Napa Valley cuisine! $165 per person
Reservations required, 1-866-708-9463, 6pm, Beringer Winery, St Helena
FEBRUARY 14
Valentine’s Day Concert featuring Eric Symons, Flamenco Guitarist
This year's program will touch the soul with Argentine Tango, Brazilian
masterworks by Villa-Lobos, enchanting works by Barrios, Flamenco, original
compositions and even a premier composition by Eric Symons. Event includes
dessert buffet plus 2 glasses of award-winning sparkling wine.
8pm, doors open at 7:30pm, $35, $28 club members, 707 933-1999
Gloria Ferrer Caves & Vineyards, 23555 Carneros Highway 121, Sonoma
FEBRUARY 14
Judd’s Hill on Valentine’s Day
2005 Cabernet release + massages + bbq & more
12-3pm, $25, 2332 Silverado Trail, Napa
Judd’s Hill wine, Pat’s BBQ, live music, massage therapist and special
Valentine’s day treats...and best of all, the first tastes of the highly anticipated
2005 Napa Cabernet Sauvignon Release. All free for wine club members.
Non-members welcome with $25 entry fee. RSVP 707 255-2332
FEBRUARY 14 & 15
Now That’s Amore at VJB Vineyards & Cellars
11am to 4pm, heart-throb reds: 2005 V’ Estate, Cabernet Sauvignon (new
release), 2006 V’ Estate Cabernet, Sauvignon (straight from the barrel) and
2007 V’ Estate, Cabernet Sauvignon (straight from the barrel) – and honoring
their Italian heritage with: 2006 Mendocino, Barbera, Rosso Family Blend,
2006 Sonoma Valley Primitivo and 2006 Porto Barrique Barbera Port
Enjoy Owner/Executive Chef Maria Belmonte’s famous lasagna!
$20, includes logo glass and pairings. Club Enoteca members free.
No reservations necessary, 707 833-2300 Lindsay@vjbcellars.com
VJB Vineyards & Cellars, 9077 Sonoma Hwy 12, Kenwood
FEBRUARY 14 & 15
Olive Festival Finale Celebration at Cline Cellars
Cline Cellars, 24737 Hwy 121, Sonoma, 707 940-4030, www.clinecellars.com
Part of the 8th Annual Sonoma Valley Olive Festival, the celebration of all things
olive! Visit www.olivefestival.com for more events and activities.
FEBRUARY 14
Lover's delight: A special Chocolate, Cheese and Wine Pairing
and Winery Tour at Blackstone Winery, Kenwood
11:30am-1:30pm – A walk into the vineyard to learn about grape viticulture,
growing seasons, pruning, trellising and the grape harvest as well as processes
such as crush pit, presses, fermentation tanks, open top fermentation,
“batonnage” of whites and barrel aging. After the tour sample an array of
Blackstone wines paired with artisan cheeses and chocolate.
Reservations required. $30 per person. www.blackstonewinery.com
Blackstone Winery, 8450 Sonoma Hwy, Kenwood, 707 833-1999
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FEBRUARY 14 & 15
A Valentine Weekend of Wine & Chocolate in Lodi Wine Country
40 wineries will be hosting the 12th annual Wine & Chocolate Weekend from
11am-4pm, $35 in advance, $45 at the door at any participating winery.
www.lodiwineandchocolate.com or www.lodiwine.com or contact the
Lodi Wine & Visitor Center at 209 365-0621, 2545 W. Turner Road, Lodi
A portion of the proceeds will benefit Children’s Cancer Research.
FEBRUARY 14 & 15
Presidents Day Wine Weekend with Calaveras Wineries
25 participating winery tasting rooms offering special barrel tastings, new
wine releases and an array of delicious palate pleasing foods! “Abraham
Lincoln”and “George Washington”will be out and about visiting many of the
wineries. $10 purchase of a CWA logo wine glass (available at participating
tasting rooms). The event will take place rain or shine! Designated drivers are
encouraged and will receive complimentary non-alcoholic beverages.
Participants must be at least 21 years of age. www.calaveraswines.org
FEBRUARY 14 & 15
Olive and Olive Oil Sampling at Family Wineries Kenwood
Family Wineries along with Dry Creek Olive Oil Company will be featuring olive
oils and olives from throughout Sonoma County for sampling along with more
than twenty wines. www.familywines.com
Family Wineries Kenwood, 9380 Sonoma Hwy 12, Kenwood, 1-888-433-6555
FEBRUARY 14 & 15
An Olive Odyssey at Jacuzzi Family Vineyards
10am-4pm – A unique gathering of home olive curers. Olive oil experts from
The Olive Press will sample award-winning oils and tapenades and offer tours
of The Olive Press throughout the day. Feast your eyes on Olive inspired
artwork, and revel in everything OLIVE! www.jacuzziwines.com
Part of the 8th Annual Sonoma Valley Olive Festival, the celebration of all things
olive! Visit www.olivefestival.com for more events and activities.
Jacuzzi Family Winery, 24724 Arnold Dr (Hwy 121), Sonoma, 1-866-522-8693
FEBRUARY 14 & 15
Valentine Release Weekend at Arrowood Winery
10am-4:30pm – Celebrate Valentine’s weekend by enjoying the newest
releases of the very limited 2008 La Rose, Sonoma Valley along with the
2007 Cote de Lune Blanc, Saralee’s Vineyard & 2004 Syrah, Saralee’s Vineyard,
accompanied with small bites. www.arrowoodvineyards.com
$10 guest, First in Line Wine Club complimentary
Arrowood Winery, 14347 Sonoma Hwy 12, Glen Ellen, 707 935-2646
FEBRUARY 14 & 15
Cabernet and Chocolate at Summers Estate Wines
Come celebrate Valentine’s Day weekend at Summers Estate Wines. Taste
award-winning red wines – Charbono, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and
Zinfandel – and decide which is your favorite with a variety of chocolates on
hand for this special day. All ladies receive a complimentary rose in their
favorite shade (red, pink or yellow). Release Party for the 2007 Charbono and
2006 Andriana's Cuvee Cabernet Sauvignon. Sales this weekend only!
$12 per person, $20 per couple, Wine Club members complimentary
Summers Estate Wines, 1171 Tubbs Lane. Reservations can be made by calling
(707) 942-5508 ext. 202, www.summersestatewines.com, 707 942-5508
FEBRUARY 14 & 15
President’s Day Open House at Chateau St. Jean Winery
"Cellar" Sale on Saturday only
9-11am club members only, 11am-5pm general public
If you are looking for extreme values from your favorite winery don’t miss this
great opportunity to stock up. Many great wines from past vintages and in
large-bottle format will be up for grabs. Be there and tell a friend!
$10 per person, $15 Reserve Wine Tasting, $10 for Club St. Jean Members
FEBRUARY 14 & 15
Sojourn Cellars Valentine’s Weekend Open House
New wine tasting salon is located in the historic district of Sonoma, just paces
from the Sonoma Plaza. Featured at the open house will be the highly rated
2006 Sojourn Cellars Pinot Noirs and 2005 Sojourn Cellars
Cabernet Sauvignons, along with Valentine’s Day chocolates.
11am-4pm, no charge for the event, 141 East Napa Street in Sonoma
707 938-7212, www.sojourncellars.com.
FEBRUARY 14 & 15
Valentine’s Day Port and Truffles
Complimentary pairing of B.R. Cohn 2006 Cabernet Sauvignon Port and a
chocolate truffle. Port and chocolate – pure heaven!
B.R. Cohn Winery, 15000 Sonoma Hwy 12, Glen Ellen,1-800-330-4064
Cherish Your Valentine at Chateau Coralini Retreat & Spa
Suite Romance Spa Packages – Wine, chocolate and rose-inspired spa
treatments at Spa Coralini from $95. Gift certificates available.
Suite Romance Retreat Packages – One-night stay, two luxurious
60-minute spa treatments and Champagne breakfast for two. The Chateau
Cherubs will enhance your suite with delicious chocolate truffles, a bouquet
of roses, a bottle of Champagne and more. Packages from $395 per night.
Packages valid through February 28.
Divine Wine & Dine Rendezvous – Saturday, February 14, 6:30-10:30pm
Treat your loved one to an elegant night to remember in the beautiful historic
mansion featuring a wine tasting reception with McIntyre Vineyards,
specialty for-corse dinner with wine, prepared by Chef Don Ferch and
live entertainmnent. $125 per person, 100 River Road, Salinas
831 455-2100, www.chateaucoralini.com, info@chateaucoralini.com
Over 250 Quality Wines
Under $25 at Wine Garage
Hidden next to a dilapidated ’40s-era former filling station on Highway 29 in
Calistoga lies the Wine Garage. A unique wine shop in Napa Valley that retails all
wine in the store under $25. Sound crazy? Its true. And the proprietors Todd and
Joy Miller, have hit on a niche in the Valley that had been very missed by the locals
there.
“There are a lot of winemakers here that can’t afford to drink the wine they
make” says Miller. “That’s crazy, yes, but who can afford to drink a $65 bottle with
dinner every night?”
Many people miss The Wine Garage on the first try upvalley, but the search is
well worth it. Miller stocks wine from all of California’s wine growing regions
including fifty Napa selections and 40 from Sonoma County. When he first sought
out buying the initial inventory, “I enlisted a local farmer buddy and his 15-foot
box van and off we went all over California hunting down the deals. I tried to seek
out the small producers who didn’t have distributes so I could pass the savings on
to my customers.” And Miller did just that. His store is stocked with high-quality
juice all under $25 and all are unique. Most labels in the shop are unrecognizable
– but all pass the same test; everything passes over Miller’s lips before he makes a
buy. “If I don’t love it, I don’t buy it, period. Sometimes I will taste over a hundred
wines in one day, load up the truck and haul it up to Calistoga, unload at the store,
and maybe I will crawl in bed by 3 a.m. Needless to say my buddy bowed out of
the deal after their 2nd trip. I initially recruited him on a ‘hey lets go wine tasting
in Santa Barbara’ until he realized how much work it entailed. Poor guy, he had to
be at the farm at 5 in the morning.”
It is all worth it. Millers’ customers love him. He has a unique ability to hear a
verbal description of a customers favorite wine and translate that into a recommendation for sometimes a third of the cost. “I have people all over the country that
use me as their local wine shop. I ship right to their door – and the cost of the shipping is a drop in the bucket compared to what they save on the cost of the wine.
Miller gets deals on Napa wine too. “I have winemakers from small wineries
stop in every week saying ‘I have something that will fit into the store,’ if they only
have 15 or 25 cases of an end-of-vintage wine – I am the perfect outlet for them.”
So head up to the Wine Garage and check out the best deals in the Valley at
1020 Foothill Blvd (Hwy 29), Calistoga, CA 94515. For more information, call
(707) 942-5332. You can also check out the website at winegarage.net.
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Wineology
INTELLIGENCE FOR THE WINE CONSUMER
by Len Napolitano
How is rosé wine made?
To make a pink wine you have to start with red grapes. But because
the juice of red grapes is clear, a little time spent in contact with grape
skins gives it an attractive “pinkish hue” that has come to be known as
a rosé wine. Another term commonly used for these wines is “blush,”
applied usually to the palest pink colored wines.
White wine is made by pressing grapes and immediately separating
the juice from the skins, which would impart some color. Red wine is
created when juice and skins stay together for a period of time, called
maceration. Although there are variations on how pink wine is
produced, the fundamental difference is to carefully control the time
that elapses while red grape skins are in contact with its juice. Pink
wine is not made by blending white and red wine.
People of the baby-boom era should remember popular wines in
the ’70s like Mateus and Lancers. These were the first rosé wines that
had broad acceptance in this country. Part of their appeal was the
sweetness of the wines. Except for the invention of White Zinfandel in
the ’80s, which was, and still is, made in the sweeter style of these
earlier pink wines, today most pink wines are drier, making them
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more elegant and food friendly,
In Southern France, rosé wine is the regional beverage. Some
American-made rosé wine imitates the French style in the choice of
grapes that make the wine. Varietals such as Grenache, Syrah,
Mourvedre and Cinsaut, are most often used in rosé wines but not
limited to these. A pink wine can be made from any red grape, with
interesting results, too.
Rosé wines are perfect when chilled nicely and served outdoors in
warm weather. They can be refreshing and somewhat thirst quenching
because of lower alcohol levels, compared with red and white wines.
They also work well as a great starter wine for an evening, before
serving a full-bodied red wine with dinner. They are light and pair well
with many appetizers.
Len Napolitano lives in Central Coast Wine Country and is certified in wine by the Society of Wine Educators,
Wine & Spirits Education Trust and Chicago Wine School and continually gains knowledge from his frequent
contact with California winemakers. More information is on his website, www.wineology.com.
Send your questions about wine to: wineologist@earthlink.net or by mail to Len Napolitano in care of
Wine Country This Week magazine. Wineology is a registered trademark of Len Napolitano.
NAPA VALLEY
«
ONGOING
Fumé Bistro & Bar Happy Hour
Spirit & snack specials, wine & beer, 4-6pm
Napa, 707-257-1999, www.fumebistro.com
« ONGOING WEEKENDS
(EXCEPT 4TH WEEKEND)
Wine Component Tasting Seminar
10:30am-12:30pm, 707-963-7777
www.merryvale.com, $20, free/club members
Merryvale Vineyards, St. Helena
« EVERY 4TH WEEKEND
Wine & Food Pairing Seminar
10:30am-12:30pm, 707-963-7777
www.merryvale.com, $20, free/club members
« ONGOING THURSDAYS & FRIDAYS
Wine & Food Pairings
11am: Wine & Cheese Pairing
1pm: Wine & Tapas Pairing
Peju Province Winery, Rutherford
www.peju.com, 800-446-7358
ONGOING
Private Tours
707-944-1986, RSVP, www.goosecross.com
$25, Goosecross Cellars, Yountville
ONGOING
Epicurean Explorations
RSVP, 707-944-1986, minimum 6 people
$95/3-course lunch, $135/5-course lunch
www.goosecross.com
Goosecross Cellars, Yountville
ONGOING WEEKENDS
Reserve Room at Markham Vineyards
Enjoy reserve and library wines by candlelight in
an historic stone cellar. $15pp, 11am-4pm
www.markhamvineyards.com, 707-963-5292
ONGOING
Napa Valley Wine Train
Napa, 800-427-4124, www.winetrain.com
• Feb 13-14: Sweetheart Serenade
• Feb 21: Murder Mystery
ONGOING
Napa Valley Opera House
707-226-7372, www.nvoh.org
1000 Main St. Ste 150, Napa
• Feb 13: The Art of Bellydance
• Feb 19: Phillip Glass
• Feb 22: Pacific Chamber Symphony
• Mar 6: Richie Havens
• Mar 7: Capitol Steps
ONGOING
Live at the Lincoln Theater
707-944-1300, Yountville
www.lincolntheater.com
• Feb 22: In the Mood
• Mar 1: The Smothers Brothers
ONGOING
Cooking Classes at Napa Valley Culinary Centre
Take a fun class & learn easy gourmet “short
cuts”, favorite recipes & more & enjoy the flavors
of Napa Valley in your own home. Napa
707-603-3250, www.napavalleyculinarycentre.com.
ONGOING
Wine Tasting at Back Room Wines
5-9pm, 707-226-1378, Napa
www.backroomwines.com
• Feb 13: Rhône Valley Wines
• Feb 16: Dinner & A Tasting
• Feb 20: Wines from Alsace
• Feb 27: Pinot Noir from Around the World
• Mar 2: Dinner & A Tasting – Winebow Imports
• Mar 6: Is it from California or France?
ONGOING
di Rosa Preserve Art & Nature
707-226-5991, Napa, www.dirosapreserve.org
Call for particulars
• Feb 21: (un)Natural Opening Reception
• Feb 21-June 13: (un)Natural
• Apr 23: Contemporary Conversations, Michael
Schwager, Ross Campbell & Kathryn Spence
« ONGOING
Buon Amici Members & Guests
10am-4:30pm, Benessere Vineyards, St. Helena
707-963-5853, www.benesserevineyards.com
• Members Only New Release Tastings
• Barrel Tastings by appointment
• Vertical Tastings by appointment
• Wine & Cheese Pairing by appointment
« ONGOING
Jefferson House Reserve Room Tasting
$25 Reserve Wine Seminar
Reservations required, 707-253-2802 x18
Monticello Vineyards, Corley Family Napa Valley
Napa, www.CorleyFamilyNapaValley.com
ONGOING FRIDAYS-MONDAYS
Cooking Demonstrations at DeBaun Theatre
707-967-2320, www.ciachef.edu
St. Helena, wsgr@culinary.edu, $12.50pp
Culinary Institute of America at Greystone
ONGOING
Tour & Taste In Hall Wines’ Ghost Winery
Four barrel samples & four current releases, $20
St. Helena, 707-967-2620, www.hallwines.com
ONGOING
Cabernet Flight Tasting at A Dozen Vintners
Taste & compare award-winning Cabernets
St. Helena, 707-967-0666, $5pp
www.adozenvintners.com
ONGOING
Visitor Programs at Robert Mondavi Winery
888-RMONDAVI (766-6328)x2000
www.robertmondavi.com
Call or check website for particulars.
• The To Kalon Tour & Tasting
• A Guided Tasting
• Pleasure in the Glass
• The Taste of Wine
• The “Harvest of Joy” Tour & Lunch
• Celebrating California Wine & Food
• The Essence Tour & Tasting
• Artisan Cheese & Wine – A Perfect Match
ONGOING THURSDAYS-SATURDAYS
Made in Napa Valley Culinary Centre
Taste samples of prepared demos of delicious &
easy recipes for entertaing, quick weeknight
suppers, grilling techniques and more!
707-603-3250, andreaa@tulocayandco.com
Visit www.madeinnapavalley.com for details.
« ONGOING
Ansel Adams – John Muir Trail Exhibit
Mumm Winery, 10am-5pm daily, Rutherford
800-MUM-NAPA, www.mummnapa.com
« ONGOING THURSDAYS-SUNDAYS
Library & Barrel Sample Tastings
Sequoia Grove Winery
8338 St. Helena Hwy, St. Helena
707-944-2945, www.sequoiagrove.com
• 11am: Library & Barrel Sample Tasting
in the underground cellar, $20
• 12:30: Food and Wine Pairing Tasting
to include Barrel Sample, $40
• 3pm: Library & Barrel Sample Tasting
in the underground cellar, $20
« ONGOING
Progressive Tasting at Sterling Vineyards
800-726-6136, Calistoga
www.sterlingvineyards.com
Taste limited release wines at the winery.
« ONGOING
Reserve Tour & Tasting at Sterling Vineyards
11am, 800-726-6136, Calistoga
www.sterlingvineyards.com, $45pp
Private tasting in the Reserve Room after tour.
ONGOING
VIP Tasting & Artisan Barrel Factory Tour
Mon-Fri by appt, Bourassa Vineyards, Napa
$15 mid-week special, mention this listing
www.bourassavineyards.com, 800-499-2366
« ONGOING
Tours & Tasting at ZD Wines
800-487-7757, www.zdwines.com
ZD Wines, Rutherford
• Traditional Tasting, $10, daily 10am-4pm
• Premier Tasting, $15, daily 10am-4pm
• Private Group Tasting, $20, by appt
• Cellar Tour & Tasting, $25, 1pm weekends &
holidays, M-F by appt
• Vineyard View Tasting, $40, Sat-Sun 11am,
M-F by appt
• Abacus Tasting, $600 for 4-6 people, by appt
• Wine Train, $180, RSVP
« ONGOING
Tours & Tastings at Andretti
877-386-5070x222, www.andrettiwinery.com
Andretti Winery, Napa
• Individual Tastings, $12
• Private Winery Tour & Tasting
$15/tour, $20/tour & tasting
• Food & Wine Pairing
• Vineyard Tour
• Blending Class
• Wine Sensory Seminar
« ONGOING
Wine Tasting Options
10:30am-4pm, 707-944-1673
www.bellwine.com
Bell Wine Cellars, Yountville
• Current Release Tasting, $15
• Reserve Tasting w/cheese pairing, $25
• Clonal Tasting w/cheese pairing, $75
• Blending Seminar, $75, 4-10 people
• Cline 6 Library Tasting, $250
• Sonnette Library Tasting, $75
• Large Group Tastings, $20, 11+ people
• Grape to Glass Tour, $45, weekends, Spring-Fall
« ONGOING
Tastings at the Popcorn Bar
10am-5pm, 707-967-8032, www.florasprings.com
Flora Springs Winery, St. Helena
• It’s all About You Tasting, $15
• Everybody’s Talking Tasting, $25
« ONGOING THUR-SAT
Temptastings in the Temptation Cave
11am & 2pm, 707-967-8032, $25, $15/member
www.florasprings.com, RSVP
Flora Springs Winery, St. Helena
« ONGOING
Tastings at Silverado Vineyards
707-259-6611, 800-997-1770x611
www.silveradovineyards.com
Silverado Vineyards, Napa
• Saddleblock Vineyard Tasting, $75
• Library Tasting, $75
• Daily Flights, Estate/$10, Premier/$20
• Public Tours & Tasting, 10:30am & 2:30pm, $15
• Private Tour and or Tasting, 15-25 guests,
$20/tour, $25/tour & tasting
« ONGOING
Appellation Tastings
10:45am & 4pm by appt, 707-963-6067
www.elizabethspencerwines.com, $40
Elizabeth Spencer Tasting Room, Rutherford
« ONGOING
Vineyard & Winery Tours at Raymond
11am (by appt), 800-525-2659x620
www.raymondvineyards.com, $15
Raymond Vineyards, St. Helena
Group tours available by appointment.
« ONGOING
Wine Tasting Experiences
By appt, 707-963-5853x105
www.benesserevineyards.com
Benessere Vineyards, St. Helena
• Personalized Wine Flights, daily, $10
• Vineyards Walking Tour & Tasting
M-W, 10:30am, $15
• Fudge Pairing Experience, Sun, 10:30am, $15
• Barrel Tasting, RSVP, Tues, Sat-Sun, 11am, $20
• Barrel Tasting & Current Release,
Tues, Sat-Sun, 11am, $25
• Barrel Tasting & Vertical
Tues, Sat-Sun, 11am, $25
• Group Tasting, Sat-Sun, 1:30pm, $15
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« ONGOING
Tasting at Grgich Hills
9:30am-4:30pm, 707-963-2784
www.grgich.com, tours at 11am & 2pm
$10, Wine Library Tasting/$30
Grgich Hills Estate, Rutherford
Barrel tasting on most Fridays 2-4pm
« ONGOING
Tastings & Tours at Artesa
877-224-8309, RSVP, www.artesawinery.com
Artesa Winery, Napa
• Vino con Queso, A Wine & Cheese Experience, $40
• Daily Guided Tours
• Vines & Wines, A Vineyard Tour, $40
« ONGOING
Tours & Tasting
10am-5pm, Black Stallion Winery, Napa
www.blackstallionwinery.com, 707-253-1400
Artisan cheese additional $7.50/person
• Regular Tasting, $10
• Reserve Tasting, $35, Sat-Sun
« ONGOING
Educational Tours & Wine Tasting
707-967-6272, RSVP, www.castellodiamorosa.com
Castello di Amorosa, Calistoga
• Regular Tour & Tasting, $25-$40
• Reserve Tour & Tasting, $35-$50
• Tasting Only, $10-$25
• Young Adult Tours, $15-$20
• Napa Valley Neighbor Program
• Private VIP Tours
« LAST TUESDAY OF THE MONTH
Winemaker Dinners at Fumé Bistro
Local favorite wineries are spotlighted in a
four-course dinner. $60pp, call for reservations
707-257-1999, Napa, www.fumebistro.com
« EVERY SATURDAY
ZD Wines: Wine & Cheese Seminar
Includes visit to Wine Library & Cellar, $40
800-487-7757 x107, 11am
Rutherford, 707-963-5188, www.zdwines.com
« EVERY SUNDAY
Sensory Component Tasting at ZD Wines
11am by appointment only, $20pp
Rutherford, 707-963-5188, www.zdwines.com
« EVERY SATURDAY
Chocolate & Red Wine Saturdays
at Bennett Lane Winery
Calistoga, 707-942-6684, 10am-5pm
www.bennettlane.com
ONGOING
Friday Night Winemaker Events
5-7pm, 877-469-9463, www.jvwine.com, $2
JV Wine & Spirits, Napa
« ONGOING THROUGH MARCH 15
Trees: Perspectives and Interpretations
Mumm Napa, Rutherford
ONGOING THROUGH MARCH 1
Stephen De Staebler: New Work
10am-5pm, www.napavalleymuseum.org
Napa Valley Museum, Yountville, 707-944-0500
George Hellyer’s Still Lifes Exhibit
10am-5pm, Robert Mondavi Winery, Oakville
www.robertmondaviwinery.com, 707-968-2203
« ONGOING THROUGH APRIL 27
Peju Winery Art Exhibit
Featuring Don Hatfield, Marina Golden & Betty
Jo March, 10am-6pm, Peju Winery, Rutherford
www.peju.com, 800-446-7358
14
Visual Art Competition Exhibit
16th Annual Napa Valley Mustard Festival
707-944-1133, www.mustardfestival.org
St. Supéry, Rutherford
« FEBRUARY 12-14
Red Hot Valentine’s Day
Wine tasting & a decadent treat from the
kitchen! 10am-6pm, Peju Winery, Rutherford
800-446-7358, www.peju.com
« FEBRUARY 13
Friday the 13th Winemaker’s Surprise
10am-4:30pm, Benessere Vineyards, St. Helena
www.benesserevineyards.com, 707-963-5853
« FEBRUARY 14
Sweethearts Dinner at Peju
7pm, 800-446-7358, www.peju.com
Intimate Valentine’s Day 3 course wine dinner
« FEBRUARY 14
• Mar 14: Deborah Henson Conant
« FEBRUARY 21
Annual H.B. Release Evening
7-11pm, 800-446-7358, www.peju.com
Peju Winery, Rutherford
4-course dinner & release of their flagship wine!
FEBRUARY 21
A Good Thing Growing –
Wine Tasting & Auction
6-10pm, 707-968-9332, $40/adv, $60
Rubicon Estate Winery, Rutherford
Benefits St. Helena Cooperative Nursery School
« FEBRUARY 21
7th Annual Profile Club Barrel
Tasting Extravaganza
Mardi Gras at Merryvale Vineyards, St. Helena
1-4pm, 877-887-7763, RSVP, www.merryvale.com
profileclub@merryvale.com
« FEBRUARY 21
Prune Your Own Vine
Club Artesa Event, Artesa Winery, Napa, $97.50
11am, 877-224-8309, www.artesawinery.com
Valentine’s Day Dinner – All You Need is Love
Dinner, wine & Beatles inspired music! 7pm, $125
www.merryvale.com, 800-326-6069x429
FEBRUARY 28
Make Our Garden Grow
Napa Valley Youth Symphony, Lincoln Theater,
Yountville, 7:30-9:30pm, 707-944-1300
FEBRUARY 14
Prokofiev’s Romeo & Juliet by The Royal Ballet
707-963-3946, www.cameocinema.com
Cameo Cinema, St. Helena, Presented by Nimbus Arts
FEBRUARY 28
Tea Appreciation: Introduction to Tea
10am, Oxbow Public Market, Napa
teatalks@tillermatea.com, 707-265-0200, RSVP
« FEBRUARY 14
FEBRUARY 28
Artisan Cheese & Wine Pairing: French Cheese
2pm, 800-231-9116, $35, St. Supéry, Rutherford
www.stsupery.com, limited space
Wine Club Members Event, 6pm, 707-963-2784
$150, Grgich Hills Estate, Rutherford
wineclub@grgich.com, www.grgich.com
« FEBRUARY 14
Chocolates in the Cellar –
Blending Wines With Your Sweetheart
Kirkland Ranch Winery, Napa, 2-4pm
www.kirklandwinery.com, 707-254-9100
RSVP, Stacey@kirklandwinery.com
« FEBRUARY 14
Hearts & Swords Winemaker Dinner
6:30-10pm, 866-963-4762, RSVP
www.elizabethspencerwines.com
Elizabeth Spencer Tasting Room, Rutherford
« FEBRUARY 14
Valentine’s Sweetheart Soiree
Club Vivant Event, Mumm Napa, Rutherford, $60
« FEBRUARY 14
Chateau Society Valentine’s Day Event
7:30-10pm, 707-257-0101, Domaine Carneros, Napa
www.domainecarneros.com
« FEBRUARY 14
6pm, 866-708-9463, $165, www.beringer.com,
RSVP, The Hudson House, Beringer, St. Helena
FEBRUARY 15, 22
Behind the Scenes
11am-12pm, 800-231-9116, $30, St. Supéry, Rutherford
« FEBRUARY 21
Le Grand Dîner
6pm, 707-944-1133, www.mustardfestival.org
Westin Verasa, Napa
FEBRUARY 21
Cooking with Wine Series:
Sautéing/Pan Sauces
2pm, 800-231-9116, $35
St. Supéry, Rutherford
MARCH 1
Kaiser Permanente Napa Valley Marathon
7am-12:30pm, Calistoga to Napa
www.napavalleymarathon.org, 707-255-2609
« MARCH 3
Winery Pick-Up Party!
Club Artesa Event, Artesa Winery, Napa, 6-7:30pm
$97.50, 877-224-8309, www.artesawinery.com
« MARCH 5
Merryvale Winemaker Dinner
5-9pm, 800-8816-6877, $95
www.merryvale.com, www.jolerestaurant.com
JoLé Restaurant, Mount View Hotel, Calistoga
« MARCH 7-8
Mustard, Mud & Music –
A Calistoga Jazz Festival
707-944-1133, www.mustardfestival.org
707-6333, www.calistogavisitors.com
Downtown Calistoga
SONOMA COUNTY
« ONGOING SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS
Wine & Food Sampling at Hop Kiln
10am-5pm, 707-433-6491, www.hopkilnwinery.com
Visit the historic tasting room to enjoy delicious
wine & sample over 80 food items in their
gourmet marketplace, Russian River Valley.
ONGOING
Wells Fargo Center for the Arts
Santa Rosa, 707-546-3600
• Feb 14-15: American Philharmonic Music for Lovers
• Feb 20: Paddy Maloney with Chieftains & Guests
• Feb 21-23: Santa Rosa Symphony Set Five
• Feb 27: The Secret Life of Bees
• Feb 28: Cheech & Chong
• Mar 6: Mufaro’s Beautiful Daughters
ONGOING
Spreckels Performing Arts Cenr
707-588-3400, Rohnert Park
www.spreckelsonline.com
• Feb 14: A Valentine From Kim Nalley
WINE COUNTRY THIS WEEK | CALENDAR OF EVENTS
ONGOING
The Center for Performing Arts
707-664-2353, Sonoma State University, Rohnert Park
www.sonoma.edu/performingarts/perf/
Sonoma State University, Rohnert Park
3rd Annual Invitational Art Exhibit
10:30am-6pm, 707-829-8912
www.gratongallery.com, Graton Gallery, Graton
ONGOING
Winemaker Dinner Series
Farmhouse Restaurant, Forestville, $150
707-887-3300, www.thefarmhouseinn.com
• Feb 12: Pride Mountain Vineyards
• Feb 26: Copain Winery
« ONGOING
Winemaker Tasting
6-8pm, $10, Wine Spectrum, Santa Rosa
www.winespectrum.com, 707-525-8466
• Feb 17: Russian Hill Estate Winery
• Mar 10: Calera Winery
HGTV Dream House Tours
9am-5pm, 707-537-3812, $20
Pick up tickets at Ledson Hotel, Sonoma
Benefits The Harmony Foundation for Children
« ONGOING
Terroir & History Tour at Chateau St. Jean
A visit to Chateau St. Jean lifts all of your senses.
Complimentary, 11am-2pm, 707-833-4134
ONGOING
Sonoma Film Institute
707-664-2606, www.sonoma.edu/sfi
• Feb 12-13: An Autumn Afternoon
• Feb 19: Springtime in a Small Town
• Feb 20: Xala
• Feb 26-27: Syndromes and a Century
• Mar 5-6, 8: Spring, Summer, Fall, Winter…
and Spring
« ONGOING
Cooking in the Vineyard – Classes & Seminars
Rodney Strong Vineyards, 707-544-3059
Healdsburg, www.rodneystrong.com
« ONGOING
Santa Rosa Original Farmers’ Market
Wine & Food Pairing at Kendall-Jackson
Special reserve food & wine tasting, 10am-4pm
707-571-7500, www.kj.com, Fulton, $25pp
ONGOING (THURSDAY-SATURDAY)
Michel-Schlumberger Winery Green Tour
10:30am, 800-447-3060, $25
www.michelschlumberger.com, Healdsburg
ONGOING (MONDAY-SATURDAY)
Robert Young Estate Winery Vineyard Tours
& Tasting in a Remodeled Grape Gondola
11:30am, $10pp, box lunch provided for $20
Geyserville, www.ryew.com, 707-431-4811
ONGOING FRIDAYS & SATURDAYS
‘Come Crush With Us’ at Icaria Creek Winery
Winemaker Jeff Smith leads a tasting of bottled &
barreled wines. Call for reservations & bring a
lunch! 707-486-9623, www.icariawinery.com
Santa Rosa Veteran's Building parking lot
707-522-8629, 8:30am-noon
EVERY FRIDAY MORNING
★ ONGOING WEEKENDS
Wine & Chocolate Pairings
10:30am-4:30pm, Fritz Winery, Cloverdale
www.fritzwinery.com, 707-894-3389
$5 tasting fee covers the pairing!
Sonoma Valley Farmers’ Market
EVERY WEDNESDAY & SATURDAY
Depot Park, Sonoma, 9am-noon, 707-538-7023
15
ONGOING FRIDAYS-MONDAYS
Hanna Winery Reserve Tasting Gallery
ArtQuest Exhibit
Taste limited-production reserve Bismark
707-579-1500, www.sonomacountymuseum.org
Mountain wines paired with local artisanal
Sonoma County Museum, Santa Rosa
cheese selections from The Cheese Shop in
ONGOING THROUGH APRIL 5
Healdsburg. Alexander Valley, 707-431-4310
Robots: Evolution of a Cultural Icon & John
www.hannawinery.com, $10pp
LeBaron Photography
« EVERY FRIDAY
707-579-1500, www.sonomacountymuseum.org
Complimentary Wine Tasting at Flamingo Hotel
Sonoma County Museum, Santa Rosa
5:30-7pm in the Terrace Grille features Sonoma
County wines, 707-545-8530, 800-848-8300
Santa Rosa, www.flamingoresort.com
« ONGOING WEEKENDS THROUGH FEBRUARY
Estate Olive Oil Tasting & Pesto
Sonoma Valley Olive Festival
« ONGOING
707-833-2300, VJB Cellars, Kenwood
Wine Experiences at Chateau St. Jean Winery
www.chateaustjean.com
Chateau St. Jean Winery, Kenwood
• Cinq Cépages Blending Seminar, by appt.
Eight person minimum, 2 hours, $75
• Cinq Cépages Component Tasting, by appt.
Eight person minimum, 1.5 hours, $25
• Box Lunch Program with Tour, by appt.
Ten person minimum, 2 hours, $50
« ONGOING THROUGH FEBRUARY 28
Tour & Taste at The Olive Press
707-939-8900, www.theolivepress.com
The Olive Press, Sonoma, www.olivefestival.com
Olive Festival Martini
www.olivefestival.com
Wine Experiences at St. Francis
Amigos Grill & Cantina, Sonoma
St. Francis Winery, Santa Rosa
888-675-WINE(9463)x255, www.stfranciswinery.com
• Winery Tour & Tasting
Ten person minimum, 1.5 hours, $25
• Vineyard Tour & Tasting,
Ten person minimum, 1 hour, $20
• Blending Seminar
Cellar Door Complimentary Tasting
707-938-4466, www.sonomacellardor.com
Cellar Door Tasting Room, Sonoma
Ten person min, 24 max, 1.5 hours
• Aroma Workshop
Tasting Room Sampling
Ten person minimum, 1.5 hours, $25
• Wine & Food Pairing (thru May), 11am-4pm
• Wine & Charcuterie Pairing (thru October), $25
800-995-4740, www.viansa.com
« ONGOING
Viansa Winery & Marketplace, Sonoma
Guided Winery Tours
11am, 1 & 3pm, 707-996-7256
www.gloriaferrer.com, $10, Gloria Ferrer, Sonoma
Invitational #3 at Graton Gallery
707-829-8912, www.gratongallery.com, Graton
Estate Olive Oil, Vinegar & Wine Tasting
707-938-4064x124, www.brcohn.com
www.olivefestival.com, B.R. Cohn Winery, Glen Ellen
Still Exhibit
Gord Peteran: Furniture Meets Its Maker
707-865-0243, www.Quercia-Gallery.com
707-939-7862, wwwsvma.org
Quercia Gallery, Duncans Mills
Sonoma Valley Museum of Art, Sonoma
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« FEBRUARY 13
4th Annual Vinolivo
7-10pm, 707-935-0803, $65/adv, $75/door
www.sonomavalleywine.com, www.olivefestival.com
Lodge at Sonoma, Grand finale of the festival!
« FEBRUARY 13
Simi Winemaker Dinner at
Brasserie Restaurant
707-636-7181(RSVP), 707-473-3213
www.simiwinery.com, $113
Hyatt Vineyard Creek, Santa Rosa
« FEBRUARY 13
Wine Club Chocolate & Zin Pickup Party
707-431-8159, www.mazzocco.com
Mazzocco Winery, Healdsburg
« FEBRUARY 13
707-939-0713, www.amigoscantina.com
« ONGOING
« FEBRUARY 14
Dinner with the Winemaker Series:
Featuring Ferrari-Carano
800-541-7788, www.innatthetides.com
The Bay View Restaurant
Inn at the Tides, Bodega Bay
www.olivefestival.com, www.vjbcellars.com
• Private VIP Wine Tasting, by appt.
10:30am, 1 & 3pm, $25, 1 hour
« FEBRUARY 13
Valentine’s Day Dinner – Club Member Event
707-833-4134x5258, www.chateaustjean.com
Chateau St. Jean, Kenwood, 6:30-10pm, $150
FEBRUARY 13-14
Sonoma Wine Country Valentine’s Dinner
6-9pm, 707-283-2900
Sheraton Sonoma County, Petaluma
« FEBRUARY 13-15
Romantic Rendezvous Wine Country Weekend
707-433-6700, www.fcwinery.com
Ferrari-Carano Winery, Healdsburg
FEBRUARY 13-16
Cloverdale Citrus Fair
707-894-3992, www.cloverdalecitrusfair.org
Cloverdale Citrus Fairgrounds, Cloverdale
FEBRUARY 14
Art From the Heart
Fancy dress ball & silent auction. 6-9pm, $25
707-664-2295, www.sonoma.edu/artgallery
« FEBRUARY 14
Valentine Winery Dinner
6:30pm, $165, $132/club, St. Francis Winery
www.stfranciswinery.com, 888-675-WINEx255
« FEBRUARY 14-15
Don Landis Presents An Olive Odyssey
866-522-8683, www.jacuzziwines.com
Jacuzzi Family Vineyards, Sonoma
« FEBRUARY 14-15
Olive Festival Finale Celebration
707-942-4030, www.clinecellars.com
Cline Cellars, Sonoma, www.olivefestival.com
« FEBRUARY 14-15
Olive & Olive Oil Sampling
888-433-6555, www.familywines.com
www.olivefestival.com, Family Wineries, Kenwood
« FEBRUARY 14-15
Now That’s Amore Weekend
707-833-2300, www.vjbcellars.com
VJB Cellars, Kenwood, www.olivefestival.com
« FEBRUARY 14-15
President’s Day Open House
11am-5pm, 707-833-4134x5258
www.chateaustjean.com, $10, $15/reserve tasting
Chateau St. Jean, Kenwood
FEBRUARY 14-15
Valentine’s Weekend Open House
11am-4pm, Sojourn Cellars Tasting Salon, Sonoma
www.sojourncellars.com, 707-933-9753, free
FEBRUARY 16
Summit ET Bracket Drag Races
8am-6pm, Infineon Raceway, Sonoma
www.infineonraceway.com, 800-870-RACE
FEBRUARY 20
10th Annual Sonoma County
Pruning Contest Championship
707-522-5862, www.sonomawinegrape.org
SRJC Shone Farm, Forestville
Valentine’s Day Concert with Eric Symons
FEBRUARY 21
7:30pm, $35, $28/members, RSVP, Includes dessert
Live Music Series: Steve Lucky
buffet & glasses of sparkling wine! Gloria Ferrer
& The Rhumba Bums
Sonoma, www.gloriaferrer.com, 707-933-1999
5:30pm, 707-935-9511, www.bartpark.com
Bartholomew Park Winery, Sonoma
« FEBRUARY 14
Wine Club Valentine’s Day Dinner
FEBRUARY 21
800-433-4602, www.wilsonwinery.com
Artist Reception: Sandra Maresca, Oil & Acrylic
Barrel Club Shipment, Wilson Winery, Healdsburg
5-7pm, 888-466-7446, www.moshinvineyards.com
FEBRUARY 14
Valentine’s Day Dinner Dance
5pm, 707-696-4171, www.locallovefoundation.org
Villa Chanticleer, Healdsburg
FEBRUARY 14
Chocolate & Cheese Event
10am-4:30pm, 707-823-3040, free
Graton Ridge Cellars, Sebastopol
« FEBRUARY 14
Love at First Sip Valentine’s Day Party
707-537-3823, RSVP, www.ledson.com, $250/couple
Ledson Castle, Kenwood
FEBRUARY 14
Valentine Food & Wine Pairing
2-5pm, 707-938-8822, $70/members, $95
www.nicholsonranch.com
Nicholson Ranch Winery, Sonoma
« FEBRUARY 14
Olives are for Lovers
707-256-1472, www.buenavistacarneros.com
www.olivefestival.com, RSVP, $125
Buena Vista Winery, Sonoma
Moshin Vineyards, Healdsburg
FEBRUARY 25
Winemaker Dinner Series at Santé
Featuring Robledo Family Winery
6:30pm, 707-939-2467, www.fairmont.com, RSVP
Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa, Sonoma
FEBRUARY 27-28
Paul Barrere & Fred Tackett at Hopmonk
8:30pm, 707-829-7300, www.hopmonk.com
Hopmonk Tavern, Sebastopol
« FEBRUARY 27 – MARCH 1
18th Annual Tattoos & Blues
11am-10pm, 530-842-6100
The Flamingo Resort Hotel, Santa Rosa
FEBRUARY 28
The Sweetheart Ball
5:30pm-midnight, 707-573-3399x103, $195
Sonoma County Fairgrounds, Santa Rosa
FEBRUARY 28
Crab Cioppino Dinner
707-433-3579x109, $45/members, $60/guests
Seghesio Family Vineyards, Healdsburg
« MARCH 1
St. Anthony’s Hall, Mendocino
Olive Curing Workshop
11am-1pm, B.R. Cohn Winery, Glen Ellen
www.brcohn.com, RSVP, 800-330-4064 free
« MARCH 4
Winemaker Dinner Series at Santé
Featuring Deerfield Ranch Winery
6:30pm, 707-939-2467
www.fairmont.com, RSVP
Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa, Sonoma
« MARCH 5, 20
Winemaker for a Day
11am-4pm, 707-528-WINE
www.prwinery.com, $150, $125/members
Paradise Ridge Winery, Santa Rosa
« MARCH 6, 13
Barrel Tasting Preview for Club Members
800-433-4602, www.wilsonwinery.com
Wilson Winery, Healdsburg
« MARCH 7-8, 14-15
31st Annual Barrel Tasting
Russian River Wine Road, $30, $20/adv
11am-4pm, 800-723-6336, www.wineroad.com
Visit participating wineries including
Christopher Creek Winery, Wilson Winery,
Paradise Ridge Winery, Quivira Vineyards,
Mazzocco Vineyards & more.
LAKE/MENDOCINO
EVERY SECOND SUNDAY
Buford & Brown Yappy Hour
Wine tasting with your dog! 1-3pm
The Vintage Marketplace, Hopland, 707-744-878
Legendary Prints of the Southwest
707-467-2836, www.gracehudsonmuseum.org
Grace Hudson Museum, Ukiah
ONGOING THROUGH MARCH 1 (THURS-SUN)
With Love From Mendocino
707-937-2486, Art exhibit
Mendocino Arts Center, Mendocino
FEBRUARY 14
9th Annual Open House & Open Studios Tour
12-4pm, free, Mendocino Art Center, Mendocino
www.MendocinoArtCenter.org, 707-937-5818
FEBRUARY 14
Wine & Chocolate
12-4pm, 707-262-1611, $35/adv, $40
Mt. Konocti Growers, Lakeport
FEBRUARY 20
Alsatian Winemaker Dinner featuring
Navarro Wines
6pm, 707-937-0511, $75
Mendocino Hotel, Mendocino
FEBRUARY 21
Ancient Astronomers
8-11pm, Taylor Observatory, Kelseyville, $3
www.taylorobservatory.org, 707-262-3499
FEBRUARY 21
2nd Annual Fabulous Mardi Gras Party
7pm, 707-937-5818, $10
Mendocino Art Center, Mendocino
« FEBRUARY 21-22
2009 International Alsace Varietals Festival
707-895-WINE, www.avwines.com
Mendocino County Fairgrounds, Boonville
• Feb 21: Technical Conference, 8:15-11am, $45
• Feb 21: Varietals Tasting, 12:30-3:30pm, $65
• Feb 21: Alsace in Anderson Valley Winemakers
Dinner, 6:30pm, Scharffenberger Cellars, $125
• Feb 22: Winery Open Houses, all day, free
FEBRUARY 22
Mendocino Film Festival’s Annual Oscar Party
5-9pm, 707-937-1922
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FEBRUARY 27
Concerts with Conversations:
Bob Culbertson, Chapman Stick
707-275-2244, www.tallmanhotel.com
Tallman Hotel, Upper Lake
FEBRUARY 27 – MARCH 1
Ain’t Misbehavin’
707-884-1138, www.gualalaarts.org
Gualala Arts, Gualala
FEBRUARY 28
16th Annual Winter Music Festival
707-263-0577, wwwlakecountyartscouncil.com
Soper-Reese Community Theatre, Lakeport
NORTH CENTRAL COAST
MARIN COUNTY
ONGOING
Marin Center in San Rafael
415-499-6800, www.marincenter.org
• Feb 13: Russian National Ballet, Swan Lake
• Feb 15: The Art of Bellydance
• Feb 19: An Evening with Greg Mortenson
& David Oliver Relin
• Feb 21: Estampas Porteñas in Tango Fire
• Feb 27: Guitar Blues, Jorma Kaukonen, Robben
Ford & Ruthie Foster
• Mar 1, 3: Marin Symphony, Of Britain,
Bizet and Balanchine
• Mar 2, 5: Marin Speakers Series, Jeffrey Toobin
• Mar 7: The 5 Browns
ONGOING WEEKENDS THROUGH FEBRUARY 28
The Lion in Winter
415-454-6422, The Belrose Theatre, San Rafael
FEBRUARY 22
Academy Awards Party
4:30pm, Lark Theater, Larkspur
www.larktheater.net, 415-924-4511, $75
FEBRUARY 28, MARCH 6, 8, 13, 15
Jackie O!
415-485-9460, commusic@madin.edu
Fine Arts Theatre, College of Marin, Kentfield
SAN FRANCISCO
ONGOING THROUGH FEBRUARY 19
11th Annual SF Indie Film Fest
415-820-3907, www.sfindie.com
Castro Theatre, San Francisco
Tulipmania
415-705-5500, www.pier39.com, Pier 39
FEBRUARY 20-22
San Francisco Rod, Custom & Motorcycle Show
415-404-4111, www.cowpalace.com
Cow Palace, San Francisco
FEBRUARY 28
The Great San Francisco Crystal Fair
415-436-6040, www.giftcenterpavilion.com
The Giftcenter Pavilion, San Francisco
MONTEREY BAY AREA
ONGOING
Sunset Cultural Center-Carmel
831-620-2048, Carmel
• Feb 16: Monterey Symphony, Concert Four
• Feb 21: Voices of London
• Feb 28: Tango First Century
• Mar 6-7: Smuin Ballet
Open for Tasting
11am-4pm, Martin Ranch Winery, Gilroy
$10/refundable w/purchase, free/club members
www.martinranchwinery.com, 408-842-9197
EVERY TUESDAY
Focus on Monterey County Wines
Cepage Wine Bar, Rancho Cellars, Carmel
831-625-5646, 3-8pm, www.ranchocellars.com
High School Musical 2
831-622-0100, www.pacrep.org
The Golden Bough Theatre, Carmel
AT&T Pebble Beach National Pro-Am
800-541-9091, www.pebblebeach.com
Various courses in Pebble Beach, Pebble Beach
ONGOING
Live at Golden State Theatre
831-372-3800, Monterey
www.goldenstatetheatre.com
• Feb 16: Joan Baez Live in Concert
• Feb 21: Lewis Black, Let Them Eat Cake
• Feb 26: Guitar Blues
• Feb 27: Big Night
• Feb 28: White Album Ensemble
• Mar 7: In the Mood
FEBRUARY 14
Valentine’s Day Lunch & Dinner
415-773-6198, www.ritzcarlton.com
The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco
FEBRUARY 14-15
Woo at the Zoo
415-753-7080, www.sfzoo.org, $75
San Francisco Zoo, San Francisco
FEBRUARY 19-22
6th Annual San Francisco Ocean Film Festival
415-345-7500, www.fortmason.org
Fort Mason Center, San Francisco
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Waiting for Lefty
831-624-1531, www.cetstaffplayers.org
Indoor Forest Theatre, Carmel
FEBRUARY 14
Monterey Symphony
831-624-8511, www.montereysymphony.org
Sherwood Hall, Salinas
FEBRUARY 14
800-ITS-WINE, www.clos.com
Clos LaChance, San Martin
FEBRUARY 14
Sweetheart Saturday
408-842-3305, www.fortinowinery.com
Fortino Winery, Gilroy
« FEBRUARY 14
Valentine’s Passport
River Road Wine Trail
www.riverroadwinetrail.com, $25
Visit 12 vintners along Monterey’s River Road!
ONGOING
Live Music at KRML Radio
The Eastwood Building, Carmel
www.krmlradio.com, 831-624-643
• Feb 14: Sony Holland Valentine’s Night Special
FEBRUARY 21
Clam Chowder Cook Off & Festival
10am-3:30pm, Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk
831-426-7433, www.beachboardwalk.com
ONGOING WEEKENDS THROUGH MARCH 29
Rain Forest Weekends
831-335-4484, www.roaringcamp.com
Roaring Camp Railroads, Felton
« FEBRUARY 21
Monterey Wine Auction & Gala
6:30-11pm, Jackson Family Wines, Soledad
831-375-9400, www.montereywines.org, $175
0NGOING WEDNESDAYS THROUGH OCTOBER
Winemaker Wednesdays
Santa Cruz Mountains Winegrowers Association
5pm, 831-685-VINE (8463), www.scmwa.com
Shadowbrook Restaurant, Capitola
FEBRUARY 21-22
Shark Days
10am-6pm, Monterey Bay Aquarium, Monterey
www.montereybayaquarium.org, 831-648-4800
ONGOING
Thursday Night Music Series
6-8pm, 831-475-2258x11, www.bargetto.com
Bargetto Winery, Soquel
Enjoy music, food & Bargetto wine!
« FEBRUARY 24
The Ultimate Winemakers Dinner
Santa Cruz Mountain Winegrowers Association
831-685-8463, www.scmwa.com
www.shadowbrook-capitola.com
Shadowbrook Restaurant, Capitola
ONGOING THIRD THURSDAYS
Sweet Thursdays at Cannery Row
Family fun, music, fine dining & great discounts
4-8pm, 831-649-6690, Monterey
Disney’s Aladdin, Jr.
831-622-0100, www.pacrep.org
Golden Bough Theatre, Carmel
ONGOING TUESDAYS
Farmers’ Market at the Barnyard
FEBRUARY 13-15
Organic fruit, vegetables & flowers
California International Antiquarian Book Fair
Carmel, 11am-3pm, 831-624-8886
800-454-6401, www.sfbookfair.com
ONGOING
THIRD THURSDAYS
Concourse Exhibition Center, San Francisco
Monterey Museum of Art
FEBRUARY 14
Evening of music, wine and hors d'oeuvres
How We First Met
5-7pm, 831-372-5477, Monterey
8pm, $22-$35, Herbst Theatre, San Francisco
EVERY THIRD SATURDAY OF THE MONTH
www.howwefirstmet.com, 415-392-4400
FEBRUARY 14
Champagne Ayala Valentine’s Day Pairing
415-434-4204, www.bubblelounge.com
The Bubble Lounge, San Francisco, $125/couple
FEBRUARY 12, 19, 26
Time for Wine
5-9pm, 800-ITS-WINE, www.clos.com
Clos LaChance, San Martin
SOUTH BAY
ONGOING
Concerts at Montalvo Arts Center
408-961-5858, Saratoga, www.montalvoarts.org
• Mar 5: The Bad Plus
FEBRUARY 14
Wine & Chocolate Pairing
11am-4pm, Testarossa Vineyards, Los Gatos
408-354-6150x21, www.testarossa.com, $10
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FEBRUARY 14
6:30pm, 408-354-6150x21, www.testarossa.com
Testarossa Vineyards, Los Gatos
« FEBRUARY 18
Eco-tour
10am12-pm, 408-867-7116, www.cgv.com, RSVP
Cooper-Garrod Vineyards, Saratoga
Hidden Talents – An Evening of Premieres
Ballet San Jose
408-288-2800, www.balletsanjose.org
Center for the Performing Arts, San Jose
SAN MATEO COUNTY
EVERY SATURDAY
Wine Tasting at Beltramo’s
Menlo Park, www.beltramos.com
650-325-2806, 2:20-5:30pm
ONGOING
ENO-Versity Wine Classes
650-712-7000, www.ritzcarlton.com
ENO Tasting Room
The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay
• Feb 21: Frias Family Vineyards
ALAMEDA COUNTY
FEBRUARY 20
Dark & Delicious
P.S. I Love You
6-9pm, 707-620-0788, $50/adv, $60
The Rockwall Wine Company, Alameda
Celebrate Petite Sirah with food & wine!
CENTRAL CALIFORNIA
ONGOING
Sierra Railroad
209-848-2100, Oakdale, www.sierrarailroad.com
• Feb 13, 27: Murder Mystery Dinner Theater
• Feb 14: Valentine’s Dinner
• Feb 15: Sunday Brunch
• Feb 21: Mardi Gras
• Feb 28: Sunset Dinner Train
• Mar 6, 13, 27: Murder Mystery Dinner Theater
• Mar 7, 21, 28: Sunset Dinner Train
• Mar 15: Rail Fan Trip
• Mar 17: St. Patrick’s Day
• Mar 22: Sunday Brunch
FEBRUARY 14
Chinese New Year Parade
559-441-7915, www.fresno-chinatown.com
Chinatown, Fresno
FEBRUARY 27 - MARCH 1
Almond Blossom Festival
209-599-7519, www.riponchamber.org
Mistlin Sports Park, Ripon
LIVERMORE
« EVERY FRIDAY
Wine Dinners at Café Garré
Enjoy gourmet seasonal wine-paired cuisine with
locally grown & produced ingredients.
Garré Winery, Livermore, 6-9pm
925-371-8200, www.garrewinery.com
ONGOING WEEKENDS
Wine Cave Tasting Experience
1 & 3pm, 925-456-2405, RSVP, $20
www.wentevineyards.com/caves
Wente Vineyards, Livermore
ONGOING
Bankhead Theatre
Livermore Valley Performing Arts Center
925-373-6800, Livermore
www.livermoreperformingarts.org
• Feb 14: Winter Landscape, Summer Romance
• Feb 15: Punch Brothers
• Feb 18: Tango Fire
• Feb 19: Creatures of Prometheus
• Feb 21: Tribute to Glenn Miller
• Feb 27: The Vagina Monologues
• Feb 28: Livermore’s Got Talent
• Mar 1: Red Grammer
• Mar 5: Innovation
• Mar 6-7: The Vagina Monologues
• Mar 7: Alexander Ghindin, Piano
ONGOING
Thursday Night Music & Dinner
6-9pm, 925-456-2400, $125/couple
www.wentevineyards.com
The Restaurant at Wente Vineyards, Livermore
ONGOING
Wine Cave Tasting Experience
1 & 3pm, 925-456-2405, Wente Vineyards
$20, $15/wine club members
www.wentevineyards.com, Livermore
EVERY SUNDAY
Sunset Suppers
4:30-5:30pm, 925-456-2450,
The Restaurant at Wente Vineyards,
www.wentevineyards.com, Livermore
FEBRUARY 13
ONGOING FRIDAYS
Fridays at Fenestra
Fenestra Winery, Livermore, 12-5pm
925-447-5246, www.fenestrawinery.com
Cabernet & Chocolate Pairing
12-5pm, 925-373-6214, $5
www.mcgrailvineyards.com
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WINERY FEATURE | WINE COUNTRY THIS WEEK
DUTCHER CROSSING
Instant ‘Cred’
by Richard Paul Hinkle
O
ne must be wary of “expectations.”
They can be weights so onerous as to
become self-canceling. Remember the
wariness of Linus, pulling an encouraging
note from his mother out of his school lunch
sack? “There’s no greater burden than that of
great expectation,” he would wail plaintively
to Charlie Brown.
Dutcher Crossing Winery comes with
great expectations, if only because proprietor
Debra L. Mathy (mah-thee) got Kerry
Damskey as winemaker when she bought
into her Dry Creek Valley venture. Then
again, Damskey’s presence gives Dutcher
Crossing instant “street cred” among veteran
wine scribes, because we know Damskey’s
reputation for sculpting artfully specific
wines from noted vineyards near and far. The
man has a “rep.”
“I would not have bought the winery
[March 2007] if Kerry hadn’t agreed to stay
on as winemaker,” says the La Crosse,
Wisconsin native who studied physical
education (BS, University of Arizona) and
nutrition (MS, Colorado State University).
“We have similar philosophies and we’re both
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willing to put in whatever effort it takes to get
the job done. What amazes me is that when
we go tramping through vineyards, he can
take one look at the dirt and give me a pretty
good idea of what the wine quality is going to
be like. He’s always on his BlackBerry, yet he
has this wonderful ability to focus and assess.
It’s an extra bonus – a kind of two-for-one –
that whenever I have a wine business question I can call Kerry’s wife Daisy, who has a
broad knowledge of the business.”
“What Debra gives me,” says superconsultant Damskey from behind his everpresent ebullient, grape-understanding-grin,
“is the license to search out excellent vineyard
sources and acquire the fruit we need to make
small lots of distinctive, hand-crafted wines.”
At the winery itself Mathy has created an
equally effusive setting for wine blending
seminars, put on for wine club members, and
barrel tastings for the independent grape
growers who are so essential for the winery’s
success. The picnic area features large tables
and benches with seat-backs for comfort, and
the view out across the center of Dry Creek
Valley is aesthetically pleasing in the utmost.
(A convert to the wonders of pétanque – the
French version of bocce ball – Mathy had a
tournament-quality court installed.)
As always, the wines tell the tale best, and
what follows is a selection that speaks of good
vineyard sites, whose fruit has been skillfully
and artistically rendered into wines “of place.”
Sauvignon Blanc 2007 Dry Creek Valley
($22): Solid, firm lemon zest and flesh, with
brisk notes of green olive, mineral and talc.
This has “shellfish” writ large. You like
mussels, clams, lobster, crawdaddies? This is
your wine. (A little Semillon adds richness; a
touch of Viognier enhances the floral component.)
Chardonnay 2007 Russian River Valley,
Saralee Vineyard ($30): Light cream and
green apple in a wondrously fine, delicate
format. There’s a little white grapefruit, too,
but you have to look for it. The word is
“refined,” and rather White Burgundy in
structure and finish. Which is a good thing if
you like Dover sole in very light sauce.
Refined. Remember that.
Zinfandel 2006 Dry Creek Valley,
Maple Vineyard ($39): I’m going to have to
come back to that word – refined – with this
wine as well, and that’s not a usual thing for a
variety that is most often shown as rawboned
and ragged. This one is milk chocolate, rasp-
WINE COUNTRY THIS WEEK | WINERY FEATURE
berry and blackberry in a style
more Bordelais than Californian:
subtle and elegant. Who knew?
Syrah 2006 Dry Creek
Valley, Proprietor’s Reserve
($29): Break out the picnic
basket for this strawberry and
plum-informed lovely. It’s jammy
and sweet, but it’s fruit-sweet, not
sugar-sweet. A charmer that
finishes with black currant fruit
and a spicy black pepper accent
that only adds complexity.
Cabernet Sauvignon 2006
Dry Creek Valley, Proprietor’s
Reserve ($29): Fresh and robust
red currant and mulberry fruit
that is oily and finely-textured
throughout, finishing with a hint
of menthol to keep all that fruit
from escaping into the ether. A
bit of Syrah in the blend makes
for a notably round and amiably
accessible wine.
Cabernet Sauvignon 2005
Dry Creek Valley, Taylor
Reserve ($40): This is an utter
beauty, flush with blackberry and
violet fruit that reminds of the
best of Pauillac (e.g. Chateau
Latour). The texture is silky (yes,
there’s a little Syrah in the blend,
a Damskey trademark), with
large, yet leanly elegant cassis in
the finish. This is a special occasion wine, for certain.
Dutcher Crossing Winery is
located at 8533 Dry Creek Road
(on the road to Lake Sonoma),
Healdsburg. Telephone (707)
431-2700. The tasting room –
which sits on a plinth (the architectural term for “natural raised
platform”) – offers a grand view
of the vine-carpeted valley and is
open for tasting and sales daily
11-5. The winery’s website is
www.DutcherCrossingWinery.com.
Say “hi” to Dutchess, Debra’s
golden Lab greeter.
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Insignia and Backus Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon
Two Award-Winning Flagship Wines from Joseph Phelps Vineyards
Joseph Phelps Vineyards has two world-class award-winning
wines: Insignia and Backus Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon. These two
wines represent opposite ends of the spectrum in approaches to winemaking: the art of blending vineyards and varietals versus the singlevineyard approach. Insignia represents the art of the blend, the best
blend from what the estate vineyards located throughout Napa Valley
can produce and the best blend of available estate Bordeaux varietals
in any given vintage. Backus Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon represents
the best of what a single vineyard can produce year after year, and
from a very unique terroir.
When Joe Phelps envisioned the term “Insignia,” it was to represent the finest lots of Bordeaux grape varietals available from each
vintage. Originally sourced from the best grower fruit, beginning with
the 1990 vintage, Insignia was produced primarily from estate-grown
grapes in the Stags Leap District and Rutherford Bench – two of the
most desirable sources for Cabernet Sauvignon in the world. Beginning with the 2004 vintage, Insignia has been crafted entirely from
estate vineyards.
In its 30-plus years of existence, Insignia has consistently ranked
among the top wines in California, if not the world. The 2005
Insignia, released September 1, 2008, received 95 points from Robert
Parker, Jr., 92 points from Wine Spectator and 92-95 points from
Stephen Tanzer’s Wine Cellar. It was named “Proprietary Blend of the
Year” by The Wine News and “Wine of the Year” by the Connoisseurs’
Guide to California Wine. It placed first in a tasting of 2005 Cabernet
Sauvignon and Cabernet Blends, California Grapevine October/
November 2008.
Since the release of the first Insignia – the 1974 vintage – in 1978,
Insignia has received 90 points or greater in every vintage but two.
And since 1990, Insignia has been rated 90 points or higher every
year by both Wine Spectator and Robert Parker, Jr.’s The Wine Advocate. In fact, The Wine Spectator has named Insignia its #1 Wine of
the Year (2002 vintage), #3 Wine of the Year (1994 vintage), and #5
Wine of the Year (1997 vintage) and has been designated a Cellar
Selection five times in addition to the “Top 100” awards.
Located on the southeastern corner of Silverado Trail and Oakville
Cross Road, the Backus Vineyard has long been known for its ironrich, steeply terraced hillside soil and exceptional fruit. A picturesque,
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Backus Vineyard
copper-roofed stone smokehouse sits in the midst of the vineyard, and
in case this location doesn’t ring a bell, it is situated between Dalla
Valle and Screaming Eagle!
In December of 1996, after having held a long-term lease on the
property since 1977, Joseph Phelps Vineyards purchased the entire
45-acre parcel. Subsequent development increased plantings to 21.5
acres and all of the work was done by hand. No tractors, cats, trucks
or ATVs were utilized. Shovels and picks were the main instruments
employed. The soil was not mechanically ripped. Workers pounded
stakes by hand. They pick-axed through rock to lay and bury irrigation lines and all supplies (end posts, wire, irrigation tubing, etc.)
were hand-carried to the required locations.
Backus Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon is distinctive for producing
flavors and aromas of dark chocolate, black fruit, graphite and
minerals, followed by lush, sweet and lengthy tannins. The 2005
Backus Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon was rated 91-94 points from
Stephen Tanzer’s Wine Cellar, 92 points from Wine Spectator and 94
points from Robert Parker, Jr.’s The Wine Advocate.
Tastings and Seminars at Joseph Phelps Vineyards
The staff welcomes the opportunity to host you at the Guest
Center. A few different styles of tastings are offered and all are by
appointment. All tastings include a sampling of current releases
and the flagship wine, Insignia. Call the Guest Center directly at
1-800-707-5789 to make your reservation or visit www.jpvwines.com
for more information.
See Joseph Phelps Vineyards, page 25
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Joseph Phelps Opens Freestone Vineyards Guest Center
With the opening of Freestone Vineyards
in the Sonoma Coast AVA, Joseph Phelps
Vineyards’ long-held dream of establishing a
second estate winery dedicated to the
production of Burgundian varietals is finally
a reality. They are now producing Pinot Noir
and Chardonnay of the same world-class
caliber as their acclaimed Insignia and
Backus Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon.
The wines of Freestone Vineyards have
received recognition and great reviews from
Wine Spectator’s James Laube, Wine Review
Online’s Robert Whitley, Robert Parker and
Rusty Gaffney, the Prince of Pinot.
From Rusty Gaffney, “…I was not
surprised to find the entire lineup of wines
stellar. However, the wines exceeded my
expectations and I believe this new producer
is poised for greatness.”
From Robert Whitley, “On Wine: Hail to
the wineries that made 2008 Great” (January
21, 2009 San Diego Union-Tribune,
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“Consider the emergence of Freestone Vineyards & Winery as a force in California wine.
Freestone is a specialist in Russian River
Valley and Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir and
Chardonnay. Owned by the Joseph Phelps
family of Napa Valley (Insignia) fame, Freestone has a chance to become the California
benchmark for those grape varieties. The
wines are that good.”
There are three outstanding Chardonnays
in the collection from Freestone Vineyards:
Freestone, Ovation and Fogdog. The 2006
Freestone Chardonnay, having received a
score of 96 from Robert Whitley and 95
Points from the Wine Enthusiast, is almost
sold out already. The 2006 Fogdog
Chardonnay received 93 points from Robert
Parker, Jr. and Parker awarded 92 points
each to the Freestone and Ovation Chardonnays. The 2006 Freestone Pinot Noir was
awarded 94 points from Robert Whitley’s
WineReviewOnline and Stephen Tanzer’s
International Wine Cellar awarded it 90-92
points.
The Freestone Vineyards Guest Center is
located at the intersection of Bohemian and
Bodega Highways (Route 12) in the hamlet
of Freestone, a few miles west of Sebastopol.
Winter hours are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Friday
through Sunday and additional hours by
request. For further information call the
Guest Center at (707) 874-1010 or go to
www.freestonevineyards.com.
Joseph Phelps Vineyards
Continued from page 22
Seminars are conducted daily. On weekdays, seminars are offered
at 11 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. On the weekends, the seminars are at 11
a.m. and 2 p.m. The cost is $30 per person. The following are
descriptions of the seminar tastings:
Insignia Blending Seminar: Try your skills as a winemaker in the
“Insignia Blending” seminar. Experiment with blending the components that go into the award-winning, flagship wine, Insignia.
Compare your blend with the current vintage of Insignia.
Le Nez Seminar: Hone your sommelier skills on the “Aroma Identity” challenge, where twelve different aromas frequently found in
wine will test your olfactory senses.
Tasting Terroir: This seminar takes a look at 32-plus years of
making Insignia, how the wine has changed over the years, and what
makes the Insignia so unique and so consistently highly rated. Beginning with the 2004 vintage, Insignia is now 100% estate grown.
Explore the vineyard locations used by Joseph Phelps Vineyards to
produce Insignia to help discover what makes these vineyards so
important in making this Bordeaux blend possible.
Barrel Seminar: A Focus on Napa Cabernet Sauvignon: This
seminar defines the role that the barrel plays in the overall production
of wine. Explore winemaking in general and the specific place that the
barrel holds in the development and maturation of a wine. In addition to the current release wines, three barrel samples of Napa Valley
Cabernet Sauvignon will be tasted.
Wine Appreciation Seminar: This seminar leads guests through
an exploration of wine’s appeal to all the senses. You can also sharpen
your skills on wine history, tradition, proper serving, storage and evaluation.
A casual tasting is also offered throughout the day, scheduled on
the half-hour starting at 10 a.m. Monday through Friday. The last
tasting begins at 3:30 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, the last tasting
begins at 2:30 p.m. Terrace Tastings are conducted on the back terrace
(weather-permitting), or indoors in the Oval Room. The cost is $20
per person.
Plan your next visit to Joseph Phelps Vineyards around one of
these seminars and look forward to a memorable experience for you
and your guests. The wine education staff will be happy to discuss the
seminar and other tasting options available. All visits are by appointment only: call for schedule details and to make your reservation at
1-800-707-5789 or (707) 967-3720.
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P erfect P airs
Slow Braised Short Ribs Paired
with 2005 Artesa Cabernet
Sauvignon Napa Valley Reserve
Artesa Winery’s Chef-in-Residence George Ellis knows a thing or
two about pairing fabulous food with phenomenal wines. In fact, as
a former lawyer from the East Coast, Ellis’ attention to the finer
details of flavor, taste and aroma won him a coveted Wine Spectator
scholarship for highest achievement in wine studies.
After perfecting his fine-tuned culinary skills in California wine
country kitchens such as Julia’s Kitchen at Copia and the Royal Oak
at the Silverado Resort, Chef Ellis discovered the perfect match with
his gourmet expertise and Napa Valley’s wonderful Artesa wines.
Just as winemaking at Artesa is left to the sole discretion of the
winemaker, pairing succulent dishes such as slow braised Asian
short ribs with house wine is the chef-in-residence’s department.
And Ellis has an ideal Artesa Cab in mind for this incredibly
tender peasant dish, with its melt-in-the-mouth succulent meatiness
and roasted root vegetables a match for an intensely aromatic wine
such as the 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley Reserve. Hand
harvested in the early morning, small, deep colored berries from
well drained, low vigor, rocky Atlas Peak produce a reserve so
exuberant of raspberry, cassis and blackberry, with compliments of
cedar, clove, nutmeg, dark chocolate and vanilla melding together to
pour alongside the tenderest of beef short ribs.
An elegant wine, with smooth, supple
tannins, perfect acid balance and a long,
lingering finish, this is a free-run Cab with a full
bodied mouthfeel and structure extracted
through an extended maceration period of
barely split berries. Blended with fruit from
Calistoga, Oakville, and cool climate
Coombsville and Carneros vineyards, this
open, elegant, fruit forward wine awaits
an extraordinary Asian short rib dinner
which is every bit as flavorful with its
saucy infusion of star anise and
cinnamon.
Artesa means “craftsman” and signifies
“handcrafted” in Catalan, language of
Barcelona and owner, Codorníu, one of
the world’s largest and oldest wineries.
Pairing this fine reserve wine with a slow
cooked meal such as Asian short ribs
brings the essence of “handcrafted” goodness directly to your table.
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by Frances Rivetti
SLOW BRAISED ASIAN SHORT RIBS
(Serves 4)
• 1/4 cup peanut oil (grape seed, canola or other cooking oil may be substituted)
• 3 pounds beef short ribs (3/4 lb per person) cut to yield 4" long pieces
• 1 cup flour
• 2 teaspoon five-spice powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper
• 1/2 cup Artesa Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley Reserve (or other hearty red wine)
• 3-4 cups beef stock, heated
• 5 pieces star anise
• 1 piece of stick cinnamon
• A selection of your favorite root vegetables,
(approx. 2 ounces per person – each vegetable) e.g.,
8 ounces pearl onions
8 ounces baby carrots
8 ounces parsnips (cut to bite sized portions)
8 ounces Yukon gold fingerling potatoes (halved)
Preheat oven to 225° F. Heat oil over medium/medium high flame in a straight-sided sauté
pan, roasting pan or Dutch oven large enough to hold all of the meat and vegetables.While
the pan is heating, dredge the short ribs in a well-mixed combination of flour, five spice
powder, salt and pepper. Dust off the excess coating from each short rib and then taking
care not to burn, carefully sear on all sides until meat is browned. Remove the short ribs
and reserve to the side.
Pour off excess fat and return pan to the stovetop. Deglaze with red wine and reduce by
half.
Return the short ribs to the pan, with root vegetables and add sufficient stock to fill the pan
at least halfway. Add the star anise, cinnamon and salt and pepper to taste. Cover the pan
with a lid or tin foil and place in the oven for 3 to 4 hours. Check periodically to make sure
that the liquid has not evaporated out. Turn short ribs to cook evenly each time you take a
look, adding more beef stock if needed. When the meat falls freely from the bone the dish
is ready to serve.
NOTE: If you like your vegetables on the firm side you may hold off adding them to the pan
for the first hour.
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Come See the 2009 HGTV Dream Home in Sonoma
Tours announced – Proceeds to Benefit
Ledson Harmony Foundation for Children
HGTV and Steve Ledson announced the
start of public tours of the 2009 HGTV
Dream Home located in the historic wine
country town of Sonoma. Winemaker/developer and philanthropist Steve
Ledson, a fifth-generation Sonoman, built the
2009 Dream Home for HGTV.
Tours will be held daily from 9 a.m. to 5
p.m., through March 2, 2009. The last tour
of the day will begin at 4:30 p.m. Tickets for
the tours are $20 per person ages four and up
and are available only by reservation. Children under three will be admitted free, but
must be carried by an adult. To make reservations, call (707) 537-3812. All tickets are to
be picked up at the Ledson Hotel, 480 First
Street East, Sonoma at least one hour prior to
your scheduled tour time. Guests will then
ride a shuttle to the HGTV Dream Home a
few miles away. No shoes are allowed in the
home and booties will be provided. Tours
have limited handicapped accessibility and
may be cancelled due to inclement weather.
All proceeds from the HGTV Dream
Home 2009 tours benefit the Harmony Foundation for Children. The Harmony Foundation for Children exists to break down the
barriers between need and assistance by
providing direct financial support to at-risk or
in-need youth whose record of personal
responsibility, dedication and achievement is
imperiled by circumstances or events beyond
their control. In particular the Harmony
Foundation for Children works to enhance
philanthropy and strengthen our sense of
community by providing help to those underprivileged children whose own families
cannot. To date, hundreds of thousands of
dollars have been donated by the Harmony
Foundation to deserving individuals and
organizations.
The foundation is funded through the
Ledson family direct donations, individual
public donations and Ledson family sponsored fund-raising events. The Harmony
Foundation for Children acknowledges
former San Francisco 49ers great Dwight
Clark and two of the entertainment industry’s
most prominent artists, Michael McDonald
and Jeff Bridges as inaugural benefactors.
One of the most successful consumer
promotions in cable TV history, the HGTV
Dream Home Giveaway involves sponsorship
from several national advertisers.
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Hot Tickets
Sonoma Valley wraps up three months of
olive-infused feasts at VinOlivo. Ignite your
taste buds with culinary delights from more
than 20 of Sonoma Valley’s finest restaurants
and caterers, sample local artisan olives and
olive oils at the Olive Bar, peruse the silent
auction for rare large format bottles and
indulge in sweet temptations with Port and
chocolate tastings. Local winemakers and
grape growers will be onhand providing their
insider’s perspective, allow you the opportunity to know the personalities behind the
wines. This feast for the senses takes place
Friday, February 13th, at The Lodge at
Sonoma. Advanced admission is $65 per
person; $75 at the door. Tickets can be
purchased by calling (707) 935-0803 or visit
www.sonomavalleywine.com. FYI: On Presidents Day weekend, February 14th and 15th,
celebrate amore and seduce your sweetheart with
a fine bouquet of wine at VJB Vineyards and
Cellars! Enjoy a pairing of two of the finest
creations on earth – vino and pasta. Treat your
loved ones to 2005 V’ Estate Cabernet Sauvignon,
2006 Sonoma Valley Primitivo, Rosso Family
Blend and the award-winning 2005 Mendocino
Barbera paired with owner/executive chef Maria
Belmonte’s delicious Italian olive pesto pasta. Cost
is only $20 per person which includes logo glass
and pairings, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.; (707) 833-2300
or www.vjbcellars.com.
Mustard Magic
Winter is a wonderful time to visit wine
country. Not only are the tasting rooms less
crowded, the valley is radiant with vivid
yellows as brilliant mustard flowers blanket
barren vineyards. Winter also marks the
return of the Napa Valley Mustard Festival
with its “Sensational Season of Wine Country
Events.” Now in its fifteenth year, the Mustard
Festival offers a full palette of food, wine, art,
entertainment and cultural activities staged
throughout the world-famous, grape-growing
region. Considered by many to be Napa
Valley’s most creative and extravagant festival,
the yellow carpet is rolled out for food gourmands and wine enthusiasts everywhere to
discover world-class treats and award-
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winning wines in enchanting surroundings.
There are several engaging activities scheduled each week. To plan your experience, visit
www.mustardfestival.org.
Top Tables
Though their respective settings are laidback, certain wine country restaurants are
serious about using premium ingredients
culled from ecologically sustainable sources:
The Grill at Silverwood [1600 Atlas Peak
Road, Napa; (707) 257-5400], is a culinary
treat at this world-famous resort offering wine
country cuisine with Asian flair for breakfast,
lunch and dinner on the edge of the North
Course at Silverado Resort & Country Club.
Naturally raised meats and organic produce
from local farms shine on the menu. Sit down
for Cantonese-style Muscovy duck in the
dining room or nosh on burgers made from
Kobe-style beef in the bar lounge. Carneros
Bistro & Wine Bar [1325 Broadway, Sonoma;
(707) 931-2042], is the resident restaurant in
The Lodge at Sonoma, making it easy to experience the flavors of Sonoma County’s
geographically diverse grape-growing regions
with an expansive selection of wines by the
glass and half-bottle. The kitchen emphasizes
wood-grilled meats, locally grown produce
and artisan breads and cheeses. Located in
the Jack London shopping barn, in the
building with the big water wheel, is the
happiest place on earth (for foodies anyway).
Bluegrass Bar and Grill [14301 Arnold Drive,
Glen Ellen, (707) 935-4488] is new to the
wine country food scene but is already
gaining serious raves. St. Louis-style dry rub,
generous portions and great prices help. Case
in point: barbecue ribs for two with lots of
side dishes for just $25! Get ready town of
Sonoma … ya’lls got some competition.
Chocolate Cravings
My daughter is not allowed to read this
story. A self-proclaimed chocolate maniac,
Kelsey, would feast on the milky sweet
concoction every morning for breakfast – if
not for parental due diligence. The story?
Recently, I visited the Oak Knoll Inn, a Napa
Valley treasure renowned for its quintessential
wine country luxury – vast, elegant guest
rooms, fireplaces, but no televisions – situated smack dab in the middle of 600 acres of
Chardonnay vineyard paradise. Upon
entering the French-country reception room,
my eye caught the cover of a book that looked
particularly like a chocolate bar partially
unwrapped. Thinking of Kelsey, I instinctively picked it up for inspection. The title of
the book? “Chocolate for Breakfast!” Stunned,
I immediately begin flipping through the
glorious gloss-covered pages amazed by the
breathtaking photography and, let’s be
honest, mouthwatering recipes. Turns out
Barbara Passino, owner of the Oak Knoll Inn
(along with her dashing husband, John), is
not only a legendary innkeeper, but is also
one heck of a chef. World-class actually. Her
opulent homemade breakfasts usually come
with a twist and are always a crowd-pleaser.
Secretly, however, Barbara’s passion is chocolate which she has lovingly incorporated into
her exquisite morning menu. Sweet, but not
overwhelming, the dishes are a joy – like
starting the day from heaven. Beautifully
bound and inventive photography, Chocolate
for Breakfast qualifies as a modern work of
art. Great for the kitchen, awesome for the
coffee table. Sensual cooking with a sinful
edge, (I hope Kelsey doesn’t find out about
this). Chocolate for Breakfast is available for
pre-order on Amazon.com, but, you can get
your signed copy now at the inn. Call (707)
255-2200 or visit www.oakknollinn.com.
Upcoming
Purchase tickets now for the 31st Annual
Russian River Wine Road Barrel Tasting
Weekend. More than 100 Russian River,
Alexander Valley and Dry Creek wineries are
opening their cellars, allowing wine drinkers
the opportunity to sample wines directly from
the barrel and, in many cases, purchase
futures if you like what you’re tasting.
Advance tickets are available online for $20
(per weekend) at www.wineroad.com or by
calling 1-800-723-6336. You can also
purchase a glass and wristband for $30 at the
first winery you visit.
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GOLDEN HAVEN
HOT SPRINGS
SPA & RESORT
by Charles Neave
Mud and hot water do mix, and there is nowhere better to find this out for yourself than at
Golden Haven Hot Springs Spa & Resort in Calistoga. To get an insight into the whole affair,
we checked with general manager Barry Stern, who has been at this wine country institution
for 11 years..
1. How long does it take people to grasp the idea that
mud and hot water are actually good for you?
About a minute.
2. Do you get a lot of couples visiting?
Yes. Probably 90 percent or more of our guests are couples. That is what we specialize in.
3. Is the spa more popular in the winter or in the summer?
In the summer.
4. When you’re not here, what do you do for fun?
I like to go for walks in the Palisades.
5. Do you get more men or women at the spa?
More women.
6. What is the silliest question you have gotten from a guest?
I could write a book. But I would have to say the people that ask if you “go into the mud bath
fully clothed?” is my favorite.
7. Does one type of music go with a mud bath?
New Age.
8. Do a lot of people spend the night here before or after their spa treatment?
Oh yes.
9. How hot is the mud in the mud bathes?
About a hundred degrees, but it very dense and concentrated so it seems warmer than that.
10. One word of advice for people who come to Golden Haven.
Have a good time. It’s very relaxed, friendly and fun here, so just enjoy it.
Golden Haven is located at 1713 Lake St. in Calistoga and they are open daily.
For more information or reservations call (707) 942-8000. You can also look at their website,
www.goldenhaven.com.
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MONTICELLO VINEYARDS
Small Winery – Big Reputation
J
ay Corley came to the Napa Valley more
than thirty years ago, with a goal both
simple-sounding and also daunting. It
was to make wines that would stand up
against any wine made anywhere in the world.
Today, Monticello Vineyards – the winery he
founded – produces about 15,000 cases a year
from their handsome facility on Big Ranch
Road north of the City of Napa, on an 80-acre
parcel of land literally surrounded by
hundreds more acres of prime vineyard land.
Using grapes from five special vineyards, the
wine they produce bears three designations:
Monticello Vineyards, Corley Proprietary Red
Wine and Corley Reserve.
President’s Weekend is an ideal time to visit
Monticello Vineyards. Typically the winery is
featuring their latest release of their hallmark
Cabernet Sauvignon, the Jefferson Cuvee. You
might also find their flagship Corley Reserve
Cabernet Sauvignon hidden under the bar.
They also typically showcase a 10-year-old
library release. And, just for fun, if they have
any of their Rosé left over from the previous
summer you can typically find a great savings
on the last few cases.
Instead of taking the scatter-shot approach
of making wine from a long laundry list of
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possible grape varietals, the Corley family
decided to devote their time, resources and
considerable energy to focus on their Estate
Grown Grapes – Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon and their Bordeaux variety blend,
Corley, (utilizing Cabernet Sauvignon and
their Merlot and Cabernet Franc), with
smaller amounts of Syrah and Pinot Noir
included in the short but succinct roster.
To sample these wines a visit to the winery
is in order, and here things once again differ
from other wineries in the Valley. This is not a
Tuscan-themed villa, a French chateau, a
much-renovated farmhouse, modernized barn
or an architect’s modernist flight-of-fancy. At
Monticello Vineyards what you find is, to be
simplistic, Monticello. Thomas Jefferson’s
Monticello. Not as large and sprawling as the
original perhaps, but overall faithful in spirit
and heritage. Situated across from the working
winery and the public tasting room, it is
surrounded by carefully tended lawns,
hedges, trees and flower gardens, with a
shaded picnic area just beyond.
The Monticello reincarnation is used for
private tasting and also for lunches and
dinners prepared by the culinary team. In the
larger building, behind a door flanked by
pillars, is where daily tastings of Chardonnay,
Pinot Noir, Merlot and the famous Jefferson
Cuvee Cabernet take place.
The tasting room staff is always friendly
and well-informed and the room itself has
been designed and furnished to make visitors
feel at home, whether they arrive by bicycle,
rental car or Porsche. The walls and ceiling are
made of wood, and the tasting bar that
extends the length of the room on the left is
wood as well. At the back of the compact but
comfortable room, glass-paned double doors
open into the temperature- and humiditycontrolled barrel room. Which, depending on
when you visit, can be an oasis of calm or a
beehive of frenzied activity.
It is in this room where you’ll symbolically
cast your vote as to whether or not Jay Corley
achieved his dream of over three decades ago.
And, it must be said, it is the perfect place for
you to visit and cast that vote.
The Monticello Vineyards tasting room is
open every day from 10 a.m. until 4:30 p.m.
They are located at 4242 Big Ranch Road
(between Route 29 and the Silverado Trail)
north of the Napa city limits. For details, call
(707) 253-2802 or 1-800-743-6668, or go to
www.corleyfamilynapavalley.com.
Gina Gallo, Mary Ewing Mulligan
Honorary Co-Chairs at National
Women’s Wine Competition™
Gina Gallo, third generation family winemaker, and Mary EwingMulligan, the first woman to earn a Master of Wine in the United
States and President of New York City’s International Wine Center,
have accepted invitations to serve as Honorary Co-Chairs of this year’s
competition.The National Women’s Wine Competition (NWWC),
will be held March 9-10 in Santa Rosa, California.
According to Gina Gallo, “Women have been making their mark
in winemaking for generations and the NWWC is leading the way in
recognizing the role that women play in our industry, both in the U.S.
and around the world. I expect the wines in the 2009 competition to
set new benchmarks that will encourage even more women to explore
the world of wine.”
As the first and only national wine competition judged solely by
women, the event is designed to provide a unique perspective on the
wine women want. Any licensed, bonded winery may enter their
wines in the Open competition. Women winemakers may enter both
the Open Competition and the Women Winemakers’ Challenge. Last
year, over 1600 wines competed in the Open Competition with
another 300 competing in the Challenge. Wife-husband teams may
enter the Challenge as long as the woman winemaker is responsible
for the final taste of the bottle.
Best of Class, Double Gold, Gold, Silver and Bronze medals will be
presented to outstanding wines in over 300 categories. Sweepstakes
winners will also be announced in red, white, dessert, sparkling, and
fruit wine categories in both Open and Challenge Competitions.
Judges will also determine this year's FedEx Judge's Choice Award in
both the Open and Challenge competitions. This is the equivalent of
"best in show" and is highly sought after.
Entry fees are set at $70 per wine. An entry consists of the fee plus
four non-returnable 750 ml bottles of wine (six bottles of 375 ml
wine). Entry forms are available now by emailing info@nwwc.info or
by visiting www.nwwc.info.
The National Women’s Wine Competition is based in Santa Rosa,
CA and can be reached at (707) 568-3900.
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NAPA VALLEY
INN ON RANDOLPH
1860s landmark Victorian and 1930s cottages in
Napa’s Riverfront District. All accommodations
include full breakfast, privae bath, A/C, phone.
Most feature whirlpool tub, fireplace, deck or patio.
Cottages also offer TV/VCR/CD, fridge, microwave.
411 Randolph Street, Napa
(707) 257-2886
www.innonrandolph.com
CANDLELIGHT INN
Private baths; TV/phone and AC; two-person
marble jacuzzis and fireplaces; balconies or
decks; three-course gourmet breakfast, hors
d’oeuvres, wine and sherry in the evening; luxurious 30'x60'; swimming pool
1045 Easum Drive, Napa
1-800-624-0395
candlelightinn.com
Three Days to Say ‘I Love You’ for
Valentine’s Day at John Ash & Co.
Thinking about taking that special someone out for a romantic
dinner on Valentine’s Day? Take them to John Ash & Co. at Vintners
Inn and enjoy three days to say “I Love You”, February 13, 14 and 15.
On Valentine’s Day, Saturday, February 14th, enjoy a four-course
prix fixe dinner, $58 per person, exclusive of beverages, tax and
gratuity. On Friday, February 13th, and Sunday, February 15th, select
from the seasonal dinner menu along with some passion-inspired
specials designed especially for lovers by Chef Tom Schmidt.
Indulge in tantalizing appetizers such as Kumomoto Oysters on the Half Shell with Tobiko Caviar and
Champagne Mignonette, Lobster Bisque with Chive Crème Fraiche or Chef Tom’s famous Seared Sonoma
Foie Gras with Sour Cherry Jam and Pea Shoots. Follow with delicious entrees that are sure to please, such
as Loch Duart Salmon with Wild Mushroom Risotto, delectable Pan-Seared Sea Bass with Asparagus and
Wild Rice, Grilled Fillet of Beef with Sour Cream Mashed Potatoes and Truffle Sauce or Mustard – Herb
Crusted Rack of Sonoma Lamb with a Red Wine Demi-Glace, just to name a few.
Regional California cuisine is always in season at John Ash & Co., where a fresh and diverse menu of
indigenous Sonoma County foods is always featured and perfectly paired with a wine list featuring more
than 600 local, national and international selections.
For additional information or to make a reservation, call (707) 527-7687, or visit the website at
www.vintnersinn.com. John Ash & Co. is located at Vintners Inn on Barnes Road, River Road exit, just west
of Highway 101. John Ash & Co. is currently open for dinner daily.
NAPA VALLEY
LODI/WOODBRIDGE
SUNNY ACRES BED & BREAKFAST
Victorian set amidst vineyards. Queen size beds, private bathrooms with shower.
397 Main Street, St. Helena
(707) 963-2826
www.sunnyacresbandb.com
ROBIN’S NEST GUEST HOUSE
665 W. Turner Road, Lodi
WINE AND ROSES HOTEL AND RESTAURANT
2505 W. Turner Road
(209) 334-6988
SONOMA COUNTY– SANTA ROSA
AMOROSA INN AND GARDENS
8400 E. Harney Lane
(209) 367-0882
THE INN AT LOCKHOUSE
19960 Elliot Road, Lockeford
(209) 727-5715
FLAMINGO RESORT & SPA
170 rooms and suites on 10 acres, garden setting with heated pool, night club with entertainment, Terrace Grill restaurant, fitness center and tennis courts
2777 Fourth Street, Santa Rosa
1-800-848-8300
VINTNERS INN
Forty-four spacious rooms and suites with balconies or patios;
surrounded by vineyards.
1-800-421-2584
4350 Barnes Road, Santa Rosa
www.vintnersinn.com
SONOMA COUNTY– SONOMA
Check out our website for
more lodging options in
California wine country:
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LEDSON HOTEL
Luxury hotel situated on historic Sonoma Plaza. Six individually decorated rooms
with king-size bed, whirlpool baths, fireplace and balconies.
Appointed with antique grandeur paired with modern amenities. (707) 996-9779
480 First Street East, Sonoma
www.ledsonhotel.com
SONOMA COUNTY– COAST
INN AT THE TIDES
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NAPA VALLEY | WINE COUNTRY THIS WEEK
Sixteenth Annual Napa Valley Mustard Festival
Mustard Magic officially launched
The 16th annual Napa Valley Mustard
Festival on January 31 with an evening
of food, wine, and art at The Culinary
Institute of America at Greystone in St.
Helena, California. Glamorous actors in
opulent art nouveau attire embellished
the upbeat, lavish affair. Magique de la
Moutarde, the season’s artwork by
Melissa Baker, came to life at the entry,
setting the stage for a Sensational
Season of Events.
The festival provides “good news
and vibrant activity” during this time of
year known sixteen years ago as Napa
Magique de la Moutarde
Valley’s “slow season.” The line up of
by Melissa Baker
stellar events takes place when wild
mustard blooms in the vineyards, offering visitors from far and wide
immersion in the legendary wine region’s “good life.” Events offer something for nearly everyone, from no cost and reasonably priced daytime
events, to high-end dinners.
national sponsors – will present their finest throughout the season. Fields,
vineyards and hillsides vibrant with wild mustard in bloom provide a
breathtaking backdrop and share center stage with mustard the condiment during the two-month marathon of food, wine, and art events.
SOME THINGS NEW
Festival’s Fine Art Competition at a reception at St. Supéry Winery on
Saturday evening, February 7, 5 to 7 p.m., during A Weekend of Fine Art.
The exhibit will be displayed and offered at gallery prices through March
30. Galleries throughout Napa Valley will feature special exhibits and
receptions on February 7 and 8 during A Weekend of Fine Art. Don’t miss
the magnificent Magique de la Moutarde at HALL Wines in St. Helena.
The winery will host a reception for artist Melissa Baker on Sunday,
February 8, 1 pm to 3 pm. There is no admission charge to these open
house events.
Magique de la Moutarde, Baker’s magnificent 5' by 7' oil painting, the
dynamic poster artwork of the year, will be on exhibit and open for silent
bidding at HALL Wines through March 28, when it will go to the high
bidder at the Mumm Napa Photo Finish, the Festival’s Grand Finale event.
The bid as of publication is $12,000. Those who cannot visit Napa Valley
but would like to place a bid on the painting can call Summers at (707)
938-1133 ext 106. Posters are offered at $30 unsigned or $40 signed by
the artist, and can be ordered at mustardfestival.org or by calling (707)
938-1133.
Martha Stewart Living Radio has come on board as the festival’s official
satellite radio sponsor. The full radio crew will come to Napa Valley and
broadcast live – devoting their entire programming to the Napa Valley
experience – food, wine, art, spas, lodging – on Wednesday, March 11
through Friday, March 13. The team will attend The Awards at Black Stallion Winery on Friday evening, March 13, and tape shows during The
Marketplace, The Festival’s Signature Event, at Robert Mondavi Winery on
March 14 and 15. The Vintage Estate, a long time Napa Valley Mustard
Festival sponsor, will host the talent and producers of Martha Stewart
Living shows during their stay.
Robert Mondavi Winery will officially sponsor The Marketplace on
March 14 and 15, formerly held at COPIA: The American Center for
Wine, Food and the Arts. “Moving the event to the winery where it will be
surrounded by vineyards in one of the most beautiful settings on earth is
an exciting and positive move,” said Summers.
A SEASON OF SENSATIONAL EVENTS
Celebrate Napa Valley’s unique agricultural and cultural bounty during
the 16th annual Napa Valley Mustard Festival. An impressive collection –
the who’s who of Napa Valley restaurants, caterers, and wineries; mustard
and gourmet companies from around the world; regional artists; and
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MID-WEEK MUSTARD SEASON OFFERS
Plan to extend your stay when you attend events or simply take a midweek respite to take advantage of special mid-week Mustard Season offers.
Visit mustardfestival.org to view restaurant, hotel, winery and retail offers
and packages. The mid-week promotion is sponsored by The County of
Napa.
YOUR HOSTS
Meet Napa Valley Mustard Festival Host Chef Ken Frank, Executive
Chef/Owner of La Toque, and the Host Winemaking Team of Robert
Mondavi Winery, as well Host Artist Melissa Baker, at the events. La Toque
recently moved from Rutherford to the new Westin Verasa Napa, where
the season’s gourmet sit-down extravaganza, Le Grand Dîner, will be held
on Saturday, February 21.
THE EVENTS
A Weekend of Fine Art – February 7 & 8 – Meet the artists juried into The
Le Grand Dîner – February 21 – Indulge in seven courses presented by seven
of Napa Valley’s most notable chefs and winemakers at Le Grand Dîner on
Saturday, February 21, 6 p.m., at La Toque, newly located at the Westin
Verasa Napa. Executive Chef/Owner Ken Frank of La Toque and Margit
Biever Mondavi of Robert Mondavi Winery will host the event. The line
up of Chefs includes Host Chef Ken Frank, Greg Cole of Coles Chop
House, Executive Chef/Partner Scott Warner of Bistro Don Giovani, Executive Chef/Owner Charles Weber of Elements, Executive Chef Aaron
Meneghelli of Angele, Executive Chef Angela Tamura of Zuzu, and Steven
Durfee, Pastry Instructor, The Culinary Institute of America. The evening
will include a silent auction of exceptional wines and experiences. Seating
is limited to 120 at $350 per person. The Westin Verasa is offering a
lodging package, which includes the dinner at $250 per person.
The Awards ~ A Spicy Soirée! ~ March 13 – Don jewels and black tie or dazzle
guests with diamonds and denim for a glitzy evening of food, wine, music,
and dancing at The Awards – A Spicy Soirée! on Friday, March 13, 7 p.m.,
at the beautiful Black Stallion Winery on Silverado Trail in Napa. Top off
your gown with a rhinestone hat; wear tails and tooled boots; kick up your
heels to California Cowboys’ personal brand of country rock at this former
equestrian estate where stallions once ruled.
While sipping Napa Valley’s finest vintages and tasting your way
…Off to an Inspired Start
through the most creative mustard recipes of the year (entries in the
festival’s Napa Valley Chef’s Mustard Recipe Competition), the Critic’s
Choice recipe judging, headed by Gene Burns of KGO Newstalk AM810,
will take place behind closed doors. You’ll then have the chance to
compare your taste buds with those of the professionals as you cast your
ballot for People’s Choice Chef of the Year.
Tip your hat to World Champion Mustard Makers who’ve come to
Napa Valley from around the world to walk the red carpet and receive
their Napa Valley Mustard Festival World-Wide Mustard Competition
Awards. Tickets are $100 in advance; $125 at the door.
The Marketplace – A Signature Event for Connoisseurs – March 14 & 15 – Celebrate the mustard season and taste mustards from around the world at
The Marketplace on Saturday and Sunday, March 14 and 15, 11 a.m. to 5
p.m. at Robert Mondavi Winery. Highlights of this rain or shine food, wine
and arts festival include: celebrity chef cooking demonstrations, a KGO
Newstalk AM810 live remote broadcast of Dining Around with Gene
Burns, a Sunset Magazine pavilion, and taping of Martha Stewart Living
radio shows. Artful activities include fine arts and crafts presented by
juried artists and artisans, and live performances of jazz, world and classical music.
Adult admission to The Marketplace at $35 in advance, $40 at the
door, includes eight food and five wine tasting tickets (value $1 each),
plus a souvenir wine glass. Student admission, ages 13 to 20, at $10
includes five food tasting tickets. Admission for children ages 6 to 12 is
$5. Children under the age of 6 are admitted for free. Visit participating
Raley’s, Nob Hill Foods and Bel Aire Markets to purchase adult tickets in
advance, which include a voucher for five additional tasting tickets.
Purchase a weekend package in advance at mustardfestival.org which
includes both The Awards and The Marketplace at $125 per person.
Park and shuttle free to the event. There will be no on-site parking.
Visit mustardfestival.org for more specific park and shuttle instructions.
The Mumm Napa Photo Finish ~ The Grand Finale Event ~ March 28 – View
the season’s beauty captured by photographers from far and wide at The
Mumm Napa Photo Finish, the inevitably “sold out” and wildly exuberant
Napa Valley Mustard Festival Grand Finale Event, at Mumm Napa in
Rutherford on Saturday, March 28 at 7 p.m. Taste a heady array of Napa
Valley wines along with sweets and savories, view the Napa Valley
Mustard Festival Photography Contest Exhibit of photographs, available
for purchase, and revel in the party until the last dance. Tickets are $95 in
advance; $125 at the door.
Horeb, Wisconsin, and a Napa Valley Chef’s Mustard Recipe Competition.
For information and guidelines visit mustardfestival.org.
WHERE TO BUY TICKETS
For tickets and information, call Summers-McCann, Inc., Public Relations, event producer, at (707) 938-1133, or visit the festival website at
mustardfestival.org. Tickets may also be purchased at local ticket outlets:
Antique Fair in Yountville, Art on Main in St. Helena, Embassy Suites in
Napa, and Jessel Gallery in Napa.
Visit participating Raley’s, Nob Hill Foods and Bel Aire Markets to
purchase adult tickets for The Marketplace, which include a voucher for
five additional tasting tickets.
The Napa Valley Mustard Festival is a non-profit community service
organization.
DOWNTOWN
N A PA
COMMUNITY EVENTS
Don’t miss the array of community and non-profit events that further
enrich the Mustard Season calendar. Mustard, Mud & Music - A Calistoga
Jazz Festival will take place on Saturday and Sunday, March 7 and 8 in
Downtown Calistoga; and A Taste of Yountville on Saturday, March 21 in
downtown Yountville.
COMPETITIONS
Napa Valley Mustard Festival activities include Fine Art and Photography Competitions, The World-Wide Mustard Competition, overseen by
Barry and Patti Levenson of the Mt. Horeb Mustard Museum in Mt.
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NAPA VALLEY | WINE COUNTRY THIS WEEK
BALDACCI FAMILY VINEYARDS
by Nan Reiley
O
ne of the secrets behind the success of
Baldacci Vineyards is the wisdom (on
the part of both the family owners and
Winemaker Rolando Herrera) to match
winery and vineyard location to the grapes
that do best in this southeastern edge of the
Napa Valley. For wineries fortunate enough to
be located in this prestigious grape-growing
region called Stag’s Leap District (officially
known as a sub-appellation of Napa Valley),
their vineyards yield fruit of great intensity
and concentration. The most famous varietal
of wine made here is Cabernet Sauvignon.
Vintners in the Stags Leap District refer to the
wines made from these soils as being “rock
soft” in character – a combination of smooth
fruit flavor and firm tannin structure.
And Baldacci has taken full advantage of
the characteristics of their estate vineyards in
an ambitious re-planting program to ensure
that each vineyard block is mated with the
perfect variety and clone of grape for the soil
and climate of this area. The results since the
Baldacci family purchased the property in
1997 are very impressive indeed. Under the
experienced hand of Winemaker Rolando
Herrera, who has seen more than 20 harvests
in the Stag’s Leap District, the Baldacci wines
exhibit the unique silky texture and firm, ripe
tannins that are the hallmarks of the finest red
wines. And Baldacci is primarily a red wine
house. Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Pinot
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Noir (the Pinot Noir comes from the cooler
areas of Carneros and Russian River Valley)
rule supreme here, and any red wine lover
needs to make this a “must see” when visiting
Napa Valley.
The winery is located on the Silverado
Trail, the serene and scenic north-south route
on the eastern edge of the valley. Here is a
welcome respite from the tangle of wineries
and tasting rooms on traffic-clogged Highway
29. The modest buildings are set back from
the road in the midst of olive trees and stubby
palms, surrounded by some of its estate vineyards, now being replanted with the famous
To-Kalon Cabernet clone. No Tuscan
mansions, elaborate flower gardens or thundering waterfalls here. Just outstanding wine
made with expertise that comes from many
years of working with the unique soil and
climate of this area and letting the character
of the wine show its origin through gentle,
minimal handling.
Family names on the wines – Brenda, Elizabeth, Ruppert and IV Sons (for Thomas and
Brenda’s four sons) – emphasize the family
connection here. The 2005 Brenda’s Vineyard
Cabernet Sauvignon is an excellent example
of this Stag’s Leap variety at its very best. It is
100 percent Cabernet Sauvignon, with
aromas of blackberries, cherries and a hint of
coffee. It’s a huge wine, full-bodied and
luscious with a rich, silky texture and a long
finish. The 2005 Black Label Cabernet Sauvignon is another winner. Aged in 70 percent
new French oak barrels for 20 months and
then bottle-aged for another 14 months
before it was released for sale, this is another
very big wine, with its fruit power and intensity perfectly balanced with the sweet, toasty
notes from the oak barrels.
However, don’t overlook the stunning
Allwin Syrah, whose grapes come from the
Coombsville area of Napa Valley. Two vintages
are currently available, the 2005 and the
2006, and it will take several tastes for you to
decide which one is more delicious. This
variety has all the rich warmth of a big-bodied
red wine plus the delicate spicy notes that
characterize Syrah and that help to make it
such a food-friendly wine.
Because the winery’s case production is
very small, it’s a good idea to purchase some
in the tasting room to take home with you,
since distribution is limited. A good alternative is to join the REUNION wine club, which
provides automatic shipments of wine to your
home or office twice a year. The tasting room
staff knows everything about the wines and
how they are made, and will be happy to take
you on a tour of the production facilities if
you call ahead to ask them.
In fact, the tasting room itself is open by
appointment only, but just call in advance to
make sure they can accommodate you. They
will. The winery is located at 6236 Silverado
Trial, Napa. Call (707) 944-9261, or contact
the tasting room through the winery’s website
at www.baldaccivineyards.com.
Small Lots of Rare Wines from Casa Nuestra Winery
Casa Nuestra Winery & Vineyards is excited to offer the two
newest releases of these rare
wines of special interest, available
for tasting and purchase only at
the their winery and through
their wine club: 2008 Chenin
Blanc Old Vines – St. Helena
Estate and 2007 Tinto Classico,
Old Vines – Oakville Estate.
The 2008 Dry Chenin Blanc is
produced entirely from their St.
Helena estate’s organic vineyard
planted nearly fifty years ago.
Every year, beginning with the
first production in 1979, it has
earned great respect world wide,
with an impressive collection of
medals from respected competitions along with other noteworthy accolades: In 1987 it was
served at the White House; In
2003 it was invited to represent
all of North America’s Chenin
Blanc production at an international Chenin Blanc conference
in France’s Loire Valley; In 2003
it was described as “terrific” and
“(..a mindblower)” by Matt
Kramer of the Wine Spectator; In
2005, Mr. Kramer reiterated by
writing in his book New California Wine “Very likely it is California’s finest and truest Chenin
Blanc;” In addition to all of the
recurring accolades, the 2007
Chenin Blanc recently received a
Gold in San Francisco Chronicle’s
2009 International Wine Competition.
Casa Nuestra produces this
varietal in a classic, dry style that
can be cellared successfully for
more than 20 years. Bottles of
the 1983 and 1985 vintages were
recently served at their Winemaker’s Dinner and they were
wonderful wine experiences for
all who tasted it, offering plenty
of fruit with a crisp finish. The
2008 harvest yielded only 235
cases.
S T. H E L E N A
ings. Casa Nuestra has fought to
preserve this historic vineyard
and they produce the wine just as
it was originally intended, using
gentle pressing techniques and
small oak barrels. The result is a
ruby colored wine that offers
flavors of creamy raspberries and
chocolate. The wine is incomparable. 240 cases were produced.
Casa Nuestra welcomes visitors to the winery Monday
through Saturday by appointment, for tasting, tours and barrel
sampling. Casa Nuestra Winery
is located at 3451 Silverado Trail
North in St. Helena, California,
Napa Valley. They can also be
reached by phone toll-free: 1866-844-WINE or on the web at
www.casanuestra.com.
Picnickers and well-behaved
canines welcome!
The 2007 Tinto Classico was
produced from the winery’s 1.6
acre, Oakville vineyard.
This
hillside vineyard was planted in
the early 1940’s by an Italian
immigrant for a wine to be
enjoyed at his own table. This
vineyard style now almost extinct
is called “field blending.” Allen
Price, Casa Nuestra’s Winemaker
calls the vineyard “living history,”
because it is one of the few
remaining “field-blend” vineyard
blocks left in Napa Valley. There
are an estimated nine varietals
planted side-by-side that are
picked, fermented and bottled
together, as if they were one varietal. Once very common, field
blended vineyards have mostly
met their demise to make way for
single grape, commercial plant-
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Yountville
W H E R E
S H O P P I N G
M E E T S
L I F E S T Y L E
Plan a Spicy Getaway This Mustard Season
The 16th Annual Taste of Yountville Heats Up March 21
Golden Grains, Gourmet Cuisine and Gorgeous Wines Round Out The Day
Spring means mustard
season in Napa Valley, a
time when the fields turn
to gold and visitors cash in
on a day of palate pleasures
at the 16th annual “Taste of
Yountville,”
set
for
Saturday, March 21. This
gourmet gallop packs
plenty of punch with 15
area restaurants (three with
Michelin stars), 20 local wineries and an array of mustard and olive oil
producers on tap for tastings. The 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. event is free;
tasting tickets will be available on site for $1 each. For more information, go to www.yountville.com.
Coinciding with the annual Mustard Festival (January 31 – March
28; www.mustardfestival.org), this edible adventure underscores
Yountville’s prominence as one of the West Coast’s top epicurean
centers, boasting six Michelin stars and 24 wineries within four square
miles – the largest concentration of culinary stars per capita on the
planet! From V Marketplace to Washington Square and everything in
between, visitors can graze on dishes crafted from the area’s top toques
including Thomas Keller’s Bouchon, Redd, Hurley’s Restaurant & Bar,
Napa Valley Grille, Mustard’s Grill and Bistro Jeanty. A special garden
tour of the French Laundry’s two-acre masterpiece is also in the
lineup. A one-day passport program, with stamps at each venue,
features trips and giveaways at day’s end.
Wines from the Yountville appellation will flow along with an arts
and crafts exhibit, live entertainment and a ribs and links barbecue
sponsored by the Yountville Fire Department. Key participants include
Andretti Winery, Domaine Chandon, Jessup Cellars, Hill Family
Estate, St. Supéry, Bell Wine Cellars and Hendircks Wines, among
others. Tri-Eagle Beverage will belly up with beer.
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Sponsored by the Yountville Chamber of Commerce, the “Taste of
Yountville” is a prime time to cash in on the town’s off-season hospitality with many hotels offering special rates and packages. Work off
those worldly pleasures with an afternoon bike tour through the vineyards, round of golf or morning balloon ride. Sybarites can cozy up to
the fireplace after a stint at the spa. Packages are available at
www.yountville.com/accommodations.
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Calistoga
HOT SPRINGS • COOL WINES • WARM WELCOME
Sterling Vineyards’ Wines Featured at Academy
Awards® Governors Ball for 6th Consecutive Year
Sterling Vineyards, will once again provide the featured wines of
the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences’ Governors Ball, the
official party following the 81st Annual Academy Awards, to be held
Sunday, February 22. This is the sixth consecutive year that Sterling
Vineyards has been poured at the event. The evening’s pre-show reception will also feature wines from Sterling Vineyards.
“For six years now, we have been delighted to create the wines for the
most spectacular awards celebration in the world,” said Mike Westrick,
Vice President of Winemaking for Sterling Vineyards. “After several
years of participation with our special Oscar cuvees, the Gold Standard
Reserve Chardonnay and Red Carpet Reserve Cabernet, we wanted to
add a very special dessert wine this year. Our limited edition 2007
Muscat Canelli, has been gorgeously packaged as a tribute to the screen
goddesses of a bygone era, in a style that complements the Asian theme
of the Governors Ball.”
Westrick and Sterling Vineyards have created the 2007 Gold Standard Reserve Chardonnay, the fourth vintage of a very limited edition
white wine, as well as the 2005 Red Carpet Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon blend that Sterling Vineyards first created five years ago for the
Oscars.® The 2007 Muscat Canelli is a new addition to the celebration.
“Created just for this special night, in very limited quantities, my team
and I love being able to lavish time, attention and creativity on these
wines,” said Westrick.
The wines will be poured to pair with an extraordinary menu
created by Master Chef Wolfgang Puck, who will once again create the
multi-course gala dinner for the Academy’s 1,500 guests. In describing
his wines, Westrick says, “The Red Carpet Reserve Cabernet shows
notes of cassis, plum, blackberry and Asian spices. The Gold Standard
Reserve Chardonnay offers aromas and flavors of toffee, vanilla, gala
apples and Bosc pear. The Muscat Canelli is just luscious, with
generous elements of apricot, honeysuckle, ginger and clove.”
Only a few hundred cases of each vintage of Gold Standard Reserve
Chardonnay and Red Carpet Reserve Cabernet are produced each year
to celebrate the special night. Each bottle bears the winemakers’ signatures and was embossed with a stylized bronze cherry blossom to
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complement the Governors Ball’s Asian theme.
Founded in 1964, Sterling Vineyards crowns a 400-foot knoll, one
mile south of the historic Napa town of Calistoga. The winery is
accessible by aerial tram and offers stunning views of the surrounding
wine country. For more information, visit www.sterlingvineyards.com.
Sterling Vineyards wines are produced by Diageo Chateau & Estate
Wines, which is part of Diageo, the world’s leading premium drinks
business.
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WILLIAM HILL ESTATE
by Michelle J. Baker
M
aps can be so misleading. All this
time thinking that the William Hill
Estate was over hill and dale and
hill again, too far to mix into a busy winetasting day. Yet it turns out that William Hill
is just a zip and a zoom away from Silverado
Trail (to be exact, 1.2 miles or about a 90second drive). And once you get there you’ll
find your inner photographer, your inner
stargazer, you inner birdwatcher and, best of
all, you inner wine lover leaping for joy.
William Hill, a pioneer in vineyard development in the Napa Valley, first purchased
and planted this gorgeous 200-acre estate
nestled on the Silverado Bench between the
Silverado Trail and Atlas Peak 30 years ago.
The estate initially was planted partially to
Chardonnay, but the site proved to be slightly
too warm for the cool-loving varietal.
It turned out what did best on this foothill
estate located right between valley floor and
mountain, at the Napa Valley junction of cold
and warm and hovering at times above and at
times below the fog line, was Cabernet Sauvignon and other Bordeaux varietals. In fact,
the estate is right at the minimum heat
requirement for these varietals, allowing the
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grapes to hang on the vine longer and so
develop greater complexity. Today the estate’s
140 acres are planted exclusively to Cabernet
Sauvignon and fellow Bordeaux varietals
Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot and
Malbec.
At William Hill Estate, to get the best and
most in-depth look at the estate vineyards
and winemaking facility, book a spot on their
recently launched Estate Experience Tour.
The William Hill staff provides a captivating
and comprehensive tour, with visitors
enjoying samples of wine as they explore the
estate vineyards, the barrel room and production area. Also part of the tour is a slideshow
presentation on the estate and a sit-down
sensory experience, where participants exercise all five of their senses while tasting
through a flight of William Hill’s Estate wines.
If you don’t have time for the tour, stop in
for a flight of the award-winning William Hill
wines. There are three different tasting menus
to choose from, including the Reserve Tasting
featuring two Chardonnays and two Cabernet
Sauvignons, and a unique Cabernet Tasting
featuring the winery’s Estate Cabernet Franc
(only 230 cases produced), a vertical of
Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon and the single
appellation Atlas Peak Cabernet Sauvignon
(just 226 cases produced).
William Hill Connoisseur’s Club members
enjoy 25% off their wine purchases, invitations to special members-only events,
complimentary tastings as well as access to
some special wine club only wines, including
an Estate Malbec and Estate Petite Verdot.
William Hill is now able to offer customers
wine by the glass, so bring along a few sandwiches, your binoculars or camera and settle
into the picnic area for lunch and a glass or
bottle of wine.
In May, the William Hill Estate will release
its first-ever Meritage red blend, available
exclusively to its wine club members and
tasting room visitors. Winemaker Ralf Holdenried pulled together the best lots of each of
the five Bordeaux varietals from the estate to
create a “blended masterpiece” that showcases the terroir of the Silverado Bench. Holdenried says, “The Meritage showcases our
Estate vineyards to the fullest, rich in fruit,
deep in structure and soft and silky on the
finish.”
Visit the William Hill Estate at 1761 Atlas
Peak Road in Napa. The tasting room is open
from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. daily, and you can
book a slot on the Estate Experience tour by
calling the winery at (707) 265-3024.
Napa Valley Art & Antiques
Trees Are Tops at Mumm Napa Photography Exhibit
Napa Valley Art & Antiques
Featured Foliage in ‘Trees: Perspectives and
Interpretations’ exhibit makes a powerful
impression at Napa Valley gallery
The main gallery at Mumm Napa winery
is currently showing an exhibit titled, “Trees:
Perspectives and Interpretations.” The Ansel
Adams gallery curated exhibit highlights the
work of eight renowned artists creating
monochromatic photography inspired solely
by the artists’ interpretation of trees. The
exhibit will run through March 15, 2009.
The “Trees: Perspectives and Interpretations” exhibit will feature the works of Jenny
Ellerbe, Patrick Jablonski, Geir Jordahl, Kerik
Kouklis, Richard Lohmann, Tom Mallonee,
Alan Ross and Jerry Uelsmann.
There is no charge to view the exhibit.
Mumm Napa Winery is located at 8445
Silverado Trail, Rutherford. For additional
information on visiting the winery and its
Ellerbe – Black Bayou Lake Mist,
Study 1
exhibits, call (707) 967-7700 or access the
website at www.mummnapa.com.
Mumm Napa is one of California’s top
sparkling wine producers and one of the
most popular destinations for wine
country visitors and is open daily for tours,
tastings and private events. The visitor
center and fine art photography gallery
hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.
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DRY CREEK VALLEY
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Dennis & Diane Mitchenll
ERIC ROSS WINERY
by Frances Rivetti
I
t has been said that there was a time when
a trip to legendary Jack London’s Ranch in
Glen Ellen would simply not have been
complete without a visit to the illustrious Jack
London Research Center and Bookstore on
Arnold Drive.
Two years after the bookstore closed its
doors and the Jack London Research Center
relocated to a vintage cottage on a nearby
winery on London Ranch Road, the building
underwent a major transformation from
beloved vintage bookstore to the equally
warm and inviting Eric Ross Winery wine
tasting room.
Set against a simple, rustic interior a
homely scene of cozy rockers and a comfy
leather couch is heated by a crackling, wood
burning stove, which blazes a welcome glow
in winter months. Wine barrels topped with a
lengthy, zinc tasting bar have replaced an
astonishing volume of documents, reports,
notes, letters, photographs and articles
pertaining to London’s books and important
biographies.
Large Chinese paper lanterns hang from
the rafters of what is undoubtedly one of the
most intimate, relaxed and unpretentious
tasting rooms in the region, originally a
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tractor barn in the late 1880s, now decorated
in a simple, Sonoma country-style fashion
with free standing metal roosters and a selection of prints from the archives of San Francisco Chronicle photographer/winemaker
Eric Ross.
Tasting room visitors can expect to be met
with a friendly hello by Eric Ross Winery
partners Dennis and Diane Mitchell pouring
for a nominal $5 refundable-with-purchase
tasting fee Thursday through Monday from
11 a.m. to 5 pm.
Hands-on in all aspects of harvest and
beyond, the Mitchells pour a variety of wines
lovingly handcrafted with grapes sourced
from the Russian River growing region and
inland to premium vineyards in Lodi. Visitors
can expect to sample Ross’s Sonoma County
Harvest Fair Gold Medal winning 2006
Cabernet Sauvignon, crafted from the exceptional fruit of the rich, rocky, red soil of
Bonino Vineyard close by.
Old Vine Zin, Russian River Pinot Noir,
Syrah, Chardonnay, Viognier, Old Vine Carignane and a Zin-Syrah Port are available to
taste and purchase by the case or the bottle
during regular tasting room hours and wine
club collection events with special promotion
prices on offer during the 2009 Savor
Sonoma barrel tasting event in March.
Nearby Jack London State Historic Park is
a memorial to writer and adventurer Jack
London, who made his home at the site from
1905 until his death in 1916. Eric Ross
Tasting Room is a scenic stone’s throw across
the road from the enticing scent of southern
BBQ at the Blue Grass Bar and Grill, Figone’s
Olive production facility and store and wine
country renowned Raymond & Company
cheesemongers.
Visit the tasting room at 14300 Arnold
Drive, Glen Ellen. For more information, call
(707) 939-8525 or go to www.ericross.com.
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Paul Barrere, Fred Tackett Live at HopMonk in Sebastopol
On the heels of the sold-out Jefferson Starship and Leon Russell
shows, HopMonk Tavern presents in the Abbey the legendary
guitarists from Little Feat, Paul Barrere and Fred Tackett in two very
special acoustic shows February 27 and 28. Tickets are $40 and are
on sale now at www.hopmonk.com. Showtime is 8:30 p.m. and
doors open at 7:30 p.m.
The duo, just back from a successful swing through Europe will
perform material from the vast and popular Little Feat catalog plus
other guitar/Americana music. (See recent review from the
Scotsman.com)
Little Feat are no strangers to Northern California and regularly
sell-out the best venues. They are staples at the annual B.R. Cohn Fall
Music Festival. Little Feat are currently supporting their new CD ‘Join
The Band’ which features some of the music industries top singers
covering Feat songs. The list
includes Bob Seger, Vince Gill,
Jimmy Buffet, Brooks and Dunn
and others.
Housed in a 105-year-old
historic stone and timber
building,
Dean
Biersch’s
HopMonk – rapidly earning a
reputation as a beer and music
haven in the wine country –
features a rustic tavern, expansive beer garden with an
acoustic stage, and the intimate
music venue known as the
Abbey.
HopMonk offers a staggering
seasonal selection of hand-
crafted draft and bottled beers and offers, lunch, dinner and late night
dining menus. HopMonk is at 230 Petaluma Avenue, Sebastopol. For
more information, call (707) 829-7300 or visit the website at
www.hopmonk.com.
Russian River Valley Winegrowers
Crab & Fennel Fest, March 7
Tickets are on sale now for the 6th Annual Russian River
Valley Winegrowers Crab & Fennel Fest on Saturday, March 7 at
the Sonoma County Fairgrounds Hall of Flowers in Santa Rosa.
Held in conjunction with the first weekend of the Wine Road
Barrel Tasting (March 7-8), the Crab & Fennel Fest gives you a
chance to roll up your shirt sleeves, crack fresh Dungeness crab,
enjoy Russian River Valley wine and experience culinary
creations of fennel made by some of the area’s best local chefs.
In addition to the great food and wine, the evening also
includes a Vineyard Designated Tasting where you can meet the
winemakers and growers behind these special wines ($25 gets
you three two-ounce tastes and a Riedel logo glass); back by
popular demand are the spirited and fun-loving hermit crab
races; and of course a silent auction of unique wines, overnight
stays and culinary experiences. Tickets for this special evening of
wine, food and festivities are $55 and include two glasses of
Russian River Valley wine. Advanced ticket purchase is required
and you must be 21 to attend. This event will sell out so click
here to order now! Go to www.rrvw.org for tickets or more information.
D O W N T O W N
HEALDSBURG
P R E F E R R E D
G E YS E R V I L L E
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UPCOMING EVENTS
See page 16 or visit www.healdsburg.com for more event information
FEBRUARY 14 – Valentines Day Dinner Dance – The Villa Chanticleer, $75 – Full Bar,
Music/Dancing/Casino, www.locallovefoundation.org, 707-328-1549 or 707-696-4171
FEBRUARY 14 – Cinema Nights – Sabrina, at Artiste Winery & Tasting Studio, 6:30-9pm, $15 glass of
wine and gourmet popcorn, www.artiste.com or call 707-433-1920
FEBRUARY 15 – Healdsburg Community Band presents: Pops Concert – Healdsburg Community
Church, 3pm, $10, web.mac.com/pianoroom/iWeb/HCB or call 707-433-3413
FEBRUARY 21 – Cinema Nights – The Godfather at Artiste Winery & Tasting Studio, 6:30-9pm, $15
glass of wine and gourmet popcorn, www.artiste.com or call 707-433-1920
FEBRUARY 21 – New Releases, Cellar Tours, Live Music and more! – Sbragia Family Vineyards Crush Pad $30, $25 wineclub, $35 at the door, 11am-4pm, www.sbragia.com or 707-473-2992 x10
FEBRUARY 21 – Annual Library Cabernet Dinner – Michel-Schlumberger Wine Estate, 4 course
meal, 6-9:30pm, $125/person. Reservations visit www.michelschlumberger.com or 707-433-7427
FEBRUARY 22 – Mad Hatter Tea Party – $25, 2-4pm. Music and raffle, too! Proceeds benefit The
Healdsburg School, www.thehealdsburgschool.org or call 707-433-4847
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Sonoma’s Secret Wine Country Offers Rare Opportunity
To Discover This Unique Destination on February 28
Wine lovers will have a chance to discover Sonoma’s secret
enclave of Eighth Street Wineries on February 28, 2009 from 11am
to 4pm, as eight artisanal wineries welcome the public to taste their
limited-production wares. A second event will take place on
Saturday, August 8, 2009 at the same location.
This one-day event will feature current releases, new releases and
library offerings as well as barrel-tastings and food pairings. The
cost is $20 per person and includes a souvenir wine glass. Guests
who visit all participating wineries will be eligible for a special
drawing.
The Eighth Street Wineries are Anaba, Enkidu, MacRostie
Winery and Vineyards, Parmelee-Hill Wines and Vineyards,
Talisman Wines, Three Sticks, Tin Barn Vineyards, and Ty Caton
Vineyards. These renowned winemakers with impressive resumes
produce seventeen distinct varietals, using a myriad of winemaking
techniques, from the traditional to the innovative.
Winemakers are available for interview by phone or in person.
To arrange a visit to Eighth Street Wineries please contact Julie
Weinstock at (707) 938.3224 or julie@tycaton.com. The winemakers are Jennifer Marion of Anaba, Phil Staehle of Enkidu, Steve
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MacRostie of MacRostie Winery and Vineyards, Steve Hill of
Parmelee-Hill Wines and Vineyards, Scott Rich of Talisman Wines,
Don Van Staaveren of Three Sticks, Michael Lancaster of Tin Barn
Vineyards and Ty Caton of Ty Caton Vineyards.
Eighth Street Wineries is an organization of small-production,
artisanal wineries, located on Eighth Street East in Sonoma.
KENWOOD &
GLEN ELLEN
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Winemaker Profile: B.R. Cohn Winery
TOM MONTGOMERY
by Charles Neave
B.R. Cohn Winery sits in the very heart of the Sonoma Valley – the
Valley of the Moon as it is known - presided over by founder Bruce
Cohn and surrounded by the property known as Olive Hill Estate
Vineyards. Since 1984 this small, family operated winery has benefited from well-drained, gravelly soil warmed by natural underground
natural hot springs and cooled by Pacific Ocean breezes. They
combine to create a unique microclimate that is an almost perfect
place to grow grapes for their ultra-premium Cabernet Sauvignon.
The winery also produces Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay,
Zinfandel, Merlot, Pinot Noir, SyrCab (a special and unique blend of
75 percent Syrah and 25 percent Cabernet Sauvignon that Bruce
named), Petite Sirah and a rich Cabernet Port. Together these wines,
with their multitude of awards, have placed the winery in the top tier
of outstanding wine producers in the state. In addition, B.R. Cohn
also makes exceptional estate olive oils crafted from the 140-year-old
French Picholine olive trees that were imported from France in the
mid 1800s and which surround the winery.
As founder and proprietor Bruce has embraced a lifelong passion
for Northern California’s wine country and its bounty. An equally
strong passion for music led to a parallel career in the music industry
as manager for one of rock ’n’ roll’s all time favorites: The Doobie
Brothers.
Winemaker and California native Tom Montgomery, who joined
the winery in late 2003 (“This is my fifth harvest.”), shares Bruce’s
commitment to making wines that are “balanced, elegant and of
consistently high quality from vintage to vintage.”
As Tom said, “Our winemaking philosophy is to produce wine that
is an expression of the land we farm and the vineyards we receive
grapes from. We make wine to preserve and enhance the character of
each grape variety and each vineyard we harvest. And that pleases our
customers just as it pleases me.”
Out in the vineyard he pays special attention to each block of
vines, farming by taste and with a focus on aroma and balanced
flavors. Some blocks are picked row by row, taking into consideration
the differences in the soil, microclimate and much more. The results,
as might be predicted, are outstanding.
“We’re a small winery, but we go out looking for small premium
vineyards in Northern California that are looking for a home for their
grapes. As a result we get some outstanding fruit from these little guys,
and it makes absolutely outstanding wine.”
One sad note is the passing of Bruce’s beloved and loyal friend,
companion and vineyard greeter, Moose, a wonderful BulldogLabrador mix that passed away in January of this year. To all of his
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great legion of fans and friends, he will be missed.
The tasting room at B.R. Cohn is open every day of the week from
10 a.m. to 5 p.m. It is located at 15000 Sonoma Highway in Glen
Ellen about 15 minutes from the town of Sonoma. For more information call 1-800-330-4064 or look on their website at
www.brcohn.com.
SONOMA PLAZA
18 Wineries, 18 Local Chefs &
Barrels of Award-Winning Wines
Heart of Sonoma Valley Association (HOSVA) announces their
premier event of the year – the 19th Annual Savor Sonoma Valley
(formerly known as Barrel Tasting Weekend) happening Saturday and
Sunday, March 21 and 22 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. both days! Nineteen
wineries throughout the Heart of Sonoma Valley will be showcasing the
2008 vintage straight from the barrels, sampling new releases and
offering award-winning wines paired perfectly with foods prepared by
local chefs and restaurants.
Meet winemakers, mingle with wine lovers in caves and on crush
pads, peruse art from local artists while listening to live music, tour
wineries and vineyards and enjoy a wonderful wine country weekend.
Most importantly – this event offers guests the chance to take an
advance look at what the 2008 vintage is going to be like in bottle!
“This year marks our 19th year and we are so excited to be teaming
up with local chefs and restaurants to create a truly special weekend of
delicous foods paired with the amazing variety of wines produced in
our valley.” Said Executive Director Josie Gay. “We invite wine lovers
out to celebrate the bounty of Sonoma Valley! Nineteen wineries are
participating this year and they are throwing open their cellar doors for
this authentic wine country experience.”
Admission is $55 per person for a weekend pass, which includes a
souvenir wine glass and access to event tastings at all participating
wineries. Advance ticket purchase is recommended as this is a sell-out
event. Tickets and detailed information may be obtained online at
www.heartofsonomavalley.com or by calling 1-866-794-9463.
Participating wineries include: Audelssa Estate Winery, Benziger
Family Winery, Chateau St. Jean, Eric Ross Winery, Family Wineries of
Kenwood, Imagery Estate Winery, Kenwood Vineyards, Kunde Estate
Winery, Landmark Vineyards, Ledson Winery & Vineyards, Loxton
Cellars, Mayo Family Winery, Muscardini Cellars & Ty Caton Vineyards, Paradise Ridge Winery, St. Francis Winery & Vineyards, VJB
Vineyards & Cellars, Valley of the Moon and Wellington Vineyards.
Heart of Sonoma Valley Association (HOSVA) is an alliance of 22
wineries and tasting rooms located on scenic Sonoma Highway where
for a century and a half many of the vintages that have made California
wines world leaders in viticulture have been harvested. In this 10 mile
stretch of the wine country, in the environs of Glen Ellen and Kenwood,
you’ll find a blend of family owned and classically beautiful wineries
filled with award-winning wines.
Enoteca
Sonoma
WINE TASTING, SALES
& HOME ACCESSORIES
– 12 Wineries –
One Great Place
35 East Napa Street, Sonoma
(707) 935-1200
www.sonoma-enoteca.com
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Anderson Valley to Host Fourth Annual
International Alsace Varietals Festival
Only U.S. event to showcase Alsace-style wines
capitalizes on varieties’ exploding popularity
For the fourth year, the Anderson Valley Winegrowers Association
(AVWA) will present the International Alsace Varietals Festival – the
only U.S. event to focus on the mostly dry, white wines from Alsace,
France.
The festival will be held February 21-22, and capitalizes on the
increasing popularity of varieties such as Riesling and Pinot Gris (two
of the fastest-growing white wines by sales in 2007). The 2009 International Alsace Varietals Festival will include a technical conference, a
grand tasting, a winemakers dinner and winery open houses.
Producers from around the world will pour Riesling, Gewurztraminer,
Pinot Gris, Pinot Blanc and Muscat during the two-day celebration.
The technical conference held the morning of Saturday, February
21 will highlight pertinent issues in winemaking and grape growing,
presented by experts in Alsace-style wines. Lettie Teague from Food &
Wine Magazine will be the keynote speaker at the event. The conference will also include a panel presentation on Riesling by renowned
California and Oregon winemakers and a talk by Vinquiry on yeast
and enzymes and their role in aromatics. Breakfast is included.
The Alsace Varietals Grand Tasting on Saturday afternoon will
showcase aromatic white wines from producers in California, Oregon,
Michigan, New Zealand, Alsace, and several other states and countries. Food crafted by local purveyors will illustrate the versatility of
pairing Alsace-varietal wines to a wide array of cuisines. Participating
wineries include: Annie Amie Vineyards, Arista, Banyan/The Hobo
Wine Co., Breggo Cellars, Chateau Grand Traverse, Chateau Ste.
Michelle, Chehalem, Claiborne & Churchill, Claudia Springs Winery,
Domaine Marc Kreydenweiss, Domaines Schlumberger, Esterlina
Vineyards, Foris Vineyards Winery, Greenwood Ridge Vineyards,
Gundlach-Bundschu, Handley Cellars, Husch Vineyards, Lazy Creek
Vineyards, Left Foot Charley, Londer Vineyards, McFadden Farm,
Navarro Vineyards, Philo Ridge Vineyards, Robert Sinskey, Steele
Wines, Thomas Fogarty Winery, Toulouse Vineyards, Tudor Wines,
WillaKenzie Estate, Zina Hyde Cunningham and Zin Valle Vineyards.
The winemakers dinner at Scharffenberger Cellars on Saturday
evening will focus on Alsace-style wines (including Pinot Noir)
produced by Anderson Valley’s own wineries, including Husch Vineyards, Esterlina Vineyards, Claudia Springs Winery, Handley Cellars
and Greenwood Ridge Vineyards, among others. The evening will
start with a sparkling wine reception and end with a gourmet, fivecourse dinner prepared by Chef/Owner Johnny Schmitt of the
Boonville Hotel.
On Sunday, local wineries will host open houses that include
special wine tastings, seminars, food and wine pairings and more.
For more information about the event, visit the Anderson Valley
Winegrowers Association website at www.avwines.com or contact the
Association by e-mail at info@avwines or by phone at (707) 895WINE.
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Livermore
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H E A R T ,
S O O T H E
Y O U R
S E N S E S
Livermore Valley is one of America’s oldest wine-producing areas, dating back to
the California Gold Rush days, when Robert Livermore planted the first commercial
vines in the 1840s. The rich wine country traditions translate into world-class wines
and the region is attracting a new generation of winemakers and innovators. More
than 30 wineries offer a stunning array of events, concerts and tastings throughout
the year. Here, pioneering family brands and larger wineries mingle with smallproduction artisans. Come meet them over a glass of wine and experience firstwww.livermorewine.com
hand the wine country hospitality.
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GARRÉ WINERY
Something Old, Something New, Something Tried-and-True
by Les Mahler
G
arré Winery in Livermore has some big plans for 2009, which
include weddings, romance and the introduction of a new wine
and some new grape crops. At the same time, the family owned
winery is holding onto some things tried in 2008 and expanding on
them.
Weddings and romance are a big part of the winery’s business,
according to Tami Turner, Garré’s director of sales and marketing.
That’s why starting this month, Garré will be focusing on brides,
grooms and romance with bridal faires and a Valentine’s dinner in
February.
And in addition the bridal faires, tastings and
Valentine’s dinner, the winery will host such
events as a food and wine pairing class, Mardi
Gras at Café Garré – a feature of specials related to
the Big Easy as well as a murder mystery dinner
and of course, the usual bocce ball events with an
Italian buffet dinner on Wednesday evenings,
from May through October.
What’s also new is keeping the café open on
Friday nights during the summer months, according to Turner. In the
past, the café has been open during the winter months one night a
week or for special events only. This year, the café will stay open
during the summer series. During that time, Turner said the restaurant
– or café – will do “full entrees that went over really well.”
Besides the murder mysteries, bocce ball events, wine and food
pairings and summer café openings, Garré Winery will also recognize
such traditions as St. Patrick’s Day, an Easter brunch and egg hunt, a
Mother’s Day Champagne brunch on May 10, and of course, not to
leave out dear old dad, a Father’s Day “Rockin’ in the Vines” barbecue
in June.
The wine and food pairings are an expansion of what was tried last
year, Turner said. In conjunction with the Livermore Area Recreation
and Parks Department, the wine and food pairings will allow
consumers to understand the wonderful nuances between different
wines and different foods, she said. “This is the first year that we’re
doing it twice in the first quarter. We may do more in the summer and
fall. It’s kind of fun and interesting to do.”
Of course, Garré Winery is about variety, according to Wayne Re,
winemaker for Garré Winery. And this year, Garré Winery will be
offering several new wines to their already wide selection of varietals
and blends.
“Starting this month, we’re going to realize a Bordeaux blend,
Profound Secret,” said Re, who’s been the Garré winemaker for five
years.
In the vineyards, Re said two new grapes are being grown, Temperilla and Touriga. “They’re Spanish and Portuguese grapes.” Although
the grapes are not part of the Livermore wine-growing landscape, Re
said the winery was coming up with a different
type of grape and perhaps a blend that’s more
unique to the Livermore valley.
The blend will be based on the Temperilla –
which Re said is akin to a Cabernet – and Primo
Vito grapes – which Re likens to an Italian
Zinfandel – and could be ready by as soon as this summer. It all
depends on how the crop is doing, he said. Is Re worried that wine
drinkers might not take a shine to the new blend or wine? Not exactly,
he said.
“There is a somewhat limited calling for these wines,” he said “but
once the public gets introduced to them, the tendency is to like them.
“Although there are some wineries growing Temperilla and Touriga
grapes they’re not being produced in large amounts, according to Re.
For Garré, the foray into the Temperilla, Primo Vito and Touriga are
part of offering variety, Re said. “You want to do variety so you have a
variety of customers.”
Visit Garré Winery at 7986 Tesla Road in Livermore. The tasting
room is open weekends from 11:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, call (925) 371-8200 or visit the website at www.garrewinery.com.
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Lodi Wine Country
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EXCITING DESTINATION IN CALIFORNIA WINE
Zinfandel is considered California’s
grape, and in Lodi
Zinfandel is the
king. Nestled
between the Sierra
Foothills and the
San Francisco Bay
Delta, Lodi offers
the ideal climate for
producing ripe fullflavored Zins. The
distinctive delta bay
breezes cool the
region in the afternoon and evenings
creating characteristic Lodi Zinfandel
– ripe forward fruit
with soft polished
tannins. Dating
back to the late
1800s, Lodi has a
long proud history
of producing some
of the finest
Zinfandel grapes in
the state. Growers,
vintners, and
consumers from
around the world
are quickly discovering the distinctive
character of Lodi
Zinfandel.
www.lodiwine.com
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WINE COUNTRY THIS WEEK | LODI/WOODBRIDGE
A Valentine Weekend of
Wine & Chocolate in Lodi
Cupid is on the wine trail in Lodi wine country this Valentine’s Day as 40
wineries will be hosting the 12th annual Wine & Chocolate Weekend on February
14 and 15 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. One “Golden Ticket” will be hidden in the
commemorative chocolate bars that are given to each participating guest as they
arrive. The grand prize is a Lodi Wine County Weekend Getaway plus more than
100 other prizes will be tucked away in the chocolate bars.
Lodi vintners will be on hand to open their tasting rooms and share their wines
with numerous activities, including barrel tasting, wine and chocolate pairing, live
music, blending seminars and behind-the-scene tours. Bring your sweetheart and
or friends to experience the delectable wines of Lodi paired with irresistible chocolates.
Tickets are $35 in advance or $45 at the door at any participating winery. Ticket
includes a commemorative wine glass, chocolate bar and admission to all participating wineries on both days.
There is no charge for designated drivers. Visit www.lodiwineandchocolate.com
or www.lodiwine.com for information on special winery activities or to purchase
advance tickets. Also, contact the Lodi Wine & Visitor Center at (209) 365-0621,
2545 W. Turner Road, Lodi.
A portion of the proceeds will benefit Children’s Cancer Research.
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Nevada County
El Dorado
Calaveras
Amador
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WINE COUNTRY THIS WEEK | SIERRA FOOTHILLS
Plan the Weekend with Calaveras Wineries
The Calaveras Winegrape Alliance would
like to invite the public to join them in celebrating President’s Wine Weekend at the 25
member winery tasting rooms located
throughout Calaveras County on February 14
and 15.
Participants will enjoy special barrel tastings, new wine releases, and an array of delicious palate pleasing foods! “Abraham
Lincoln” and “George Washington” will be
out and about visiting many of the wineries,
so come on out and join us, meet some of our
great winemakers, make new friends and
raise your glass in toast to the people who
helped make this country great!
The cost of admission to participate in this
event is the $10 purchase of a CWA logo wine
glass (available at any of your favorite tasting
rooms). The event will take place rain or
shine! Designated drivers are encouraged and
will receive complimentary non-alcoholic
beverages. Participants must be at least 21
years of age.
Here is just a small sample
of what awaits you…
Chatom Vineyards will boast an “AllAmerican Theme” filled with red-white-blue
décor, and an All-American menu! Chatom
will offer incredible wine promotions and
specials just for this weekend event.
Lavender Ridge Vineyard will be
Featuring Charlie and Judy Creighton from
the Cheese School of San Francisco serving
and educating tasters with artisan cheese
samples paired with other select gourmet
picnic faire.
Tanner Vineyards will bring you their
own custom ranch raised chèvre, salad and
Italian bread.
Hatcher Winery will be serving their
traditional Memphis Pulled Pork BBQ and
famous potato salad.
Beaux Chevaux Tasting Gallery will
gallop into President’s Weekend by offering a
barrel tasting of an upcoming release. There
will a delectable pairing of mom’s old fashioned comfort food with their wines. Live
music provided by local guitarist/vocalist Jim
Lanier. Come view the featured artist of the
month, Lyda Taylor.
Solomon Wines celebrates with a Good
Old American farm theme presenting participants with pork rinds, corn mush pie, and
mud puddle cookies while offering the most
American of wines – Zinfandel (and from the
oldest Zinfandel vineyard in America) and
you have the makings for an American
weekend in the heart of the California Gold
Rush.
Zucca Mountain Vineyards is serving
their cheese and chocolate fondue along with
other chocolate goodies paired with their
wines, in celebration of Valentine’s Day.
Join Newsome-Harlow for President’s
Wine Weekend to taste some of the premier
wines in Calaveras County. They will also
pour barrel samples of three single vineyard
Zinfandels and serve palate pleasers, prepared
by their very own chef, Melanie Klann.
Renner Winery is offering barrel samples
of upcoming releases, special discounts on
wine and Valentine Gift Baskets, and will offer
up world-famous Lockeford sausages and
have special wine discounts. There will be a
sampling of gourmet chocolate. Special event
hours are Friday noon to 7 p.m. and Saturday,
10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Vina Moda Winery is serving Very Red
Beets Soup with white sour cream and blue
napkins to wipe your lips, tantalizingly glazed
chicken wings and blueberry brownies.
Frog’s Tooth will showcase an American
theme with live music.
Twisted Oak Winery celebrates Valentine’s Day and President’s Day together with
“Presidents in Lust.” They’ll be offering suitably lustful, yet totally presidential, chocolate
treats – and the Twisted Presidents will once
again be paying a visit! And on Saturday night
they will be holding their annual Twisted
Presidents Dinner at the Winery, featuring
presidential favorites paired with historical
wine selections from their library.
Celebrate President’s Day weekend at the
historic Stevenot Winery and allow them to
entice you with wine and cheese pairings,
limited case specials and prerelease wines
from the barrel.
Broll Mountain Vineyards will have
special discounts on al wine as well as special
discounts on all items at the tasting room. In
addition they will serve homemade brownies
to compliment their red wines.
2nd Annual Calaveras Winegrape and Gourmet!
On Saturday, March 7, the Calaveras Winegrape Alliance will host the 2nd annual
Calaveras Winegrape & Gourmet, a spectacular event showcasing all aspects of the
micro-village viticulture industry and fine dining opportunities in Calaveras County.
Attendees will enjoy samples of exceptional award-winning wines produced from
Calaveras grown grapes paired with delicious foods created by fine local restaurants.
You’ll also enjoy an array of exotic chesses and desserts.
Exciting seminars focusing on the wine, culinary and viticulture industry will be
presented by widely respected industry leaders in the Frogateria.
Presale tickets at $40 available online at calaveraswines.org or $50 at the door.
Schedule of Events:
1 to 5 p.m. - Food & Wine Pairing and Wine & Culinary Industry Exhibits
Seminars
1:15 to 1:45 - The Art of Cheese & Wine Pairing, Judy Creighton
2:00 to 2:30 - Right Glass for the Right Wine, Aimee Brown
2:45 to 3:15 - Backyard Vineyard Estate, Steve Collum
3:30 to 4:00 - Sensory Evaluation/ Building a Wine Aroma Memory Bank
(Limit 50 people), Tom Bender
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Monterey Bay Area
MONTEREY • CARMEL • CARMEL VALLEY • SANTA CRUZ • SANTA CRUZ MOUNTAINS • SALINAS • SANTA CLARA • LOS GATOS
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WINE COUNTRY THIS WEEK | MONTEREY/CENTRAL COAST
“Shake” it Up at The Grotto
by Joy Eaton
I
t is almost impossible to live in Monterey and not know of the
late legendary restaurateur and philanthropist Sabu Shake and
his family of six sons and wife, Isabella. It is unfortunate to
come to Monterey and not dine at one of the ocean front Shake
family restaurants, Old Fisherman’s Grotto or The Fish Hopper.
The Old Fisherman’s Grotto is “the flagship of the restaurants,”
says Restaurant Hall of Fame Chris Shake, who is now at the helm
of the family’s restaurant that his father Sabu started in 1952.
With underwater murals, sea creature light fixtures and
photographs covering the walls of the two-story restaurant, you are
surrounded by a romantic, intimate ambiance that retains familial
warmth and casual feeling. Shake explains, “from the moment you
walk in the door, it is a great experience.” With ocean views from
any seat you are tempted to watch the seals and sea otters play
during daylight dining. While you dine, your friendly wait staff will
tempt you with selections from the Wine Enthusiast awardwinning wine list and a diverse menu that includes Certified Angus
Beef steaks, macadamia encrusted halibut, traditional spaghetti and
meatballs, and their five years in a row voted “best clam chowder”
by Monterey County locals.
The Shake’s clam chowder is one
of many recipes created by Sabu
himself over 50 years ago and is the
only recipe not found in the Shake
Family
Traditions
Treasured
Recipes book. An average of 150
gallons of this secret family recipe,
known only to family and Executive Chefs Mohamed Tabib and
Chris Shake
Juan Ponce, are served daily.
“I get the customer to come in and the service and quality of
food get them to come back.” This philosophy shows with Shake’s
wine list, selected with the help of beverage manager Dave Muller,
as well as the mouth-watering menu that always has at least 15
fresh desserts. “Great food and great wine really go together, and we
have them both,” exclaims Shake.
With the amazing view, the impeccable service, the gourmet
menu and a connoisseur’s wine list, the Old Fisherman’s Grotto is
inviting locals and tourists for date nights, family nights or simply
those just walking by.
For more information or to make a reservation, call Old Fisherman’s Grotto at (831) 375-4604.
Fine Dining
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Winemaker Profile: Sarah’s Vineyard
ROBERT HENSON
by Daniel L. Ehrler
R
obert Henson began his
winemaking adventure at
Sarah’s Vineyard on July 1,
2007, but the adventure that
brought him to this point helps
explain how this creative, hard
working, intense and productive,
professional
and
thoughtful
gentleman does it all.
Robert’s professional experience
began with his work in the corporate restaurant industry. Beginning
as a server and bartender, Robert’s
management skills were soon recognized, and at 22, he became a manager and
then general manager of his first restaurant.
The corporation soon recognized the expertise Robert possessed and gave him the
responsibility of opening new restaurants,
training staffs and managing them for a brief
time before being sent to another area of the
country to do the same thing all over again.
Scottsdale, Denver, Reno, Torrance, Cypress,
Huntington Beach, Fresno, Sacramento and
Albuquerque have all benefited from Robert’s
restaurant management skills. And one of the
benefits to Robert was his opportunity to
become familiar with wine.
In 1997, Robert visited Napa on a
company retreat. In what perhaps was the
defining experience for Robert, he had the
opportunity to blend his own wine at a
winery his group visited. “How great would
this be?” Robert thought, but considered it a
pipe dream. Interesting enough, Robert grew
up in a farming community from a family of
farmers, so in many ways, he believes he has
come full circle.
Robert began and ended going to college
a couple of times, but he decided to return to
school and earn his degree in enology. He
enrolled and attended Fresno State University between fall 2002 and spring 2005,
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which happens to have its own 30,000 case
winery (on campus!) called Fresno State
Winery. Robert also had the extraordinary
opportunity to work with Chalone’s former
winemaker, Michael Michaud, for two and a
half years in what Robert said was “More like
an apprenticeship.” Additionally, Robert
brokered wine for Chambers and Chambers
for a year and a half, selling wine to restaurants and wine shops.
Now, are you beginning to see how this
varied and challenging background was
perfect for what Robert is now doing and
doing so very well?
Robert Henson had a “master plan.” With
a strong management background, wine
buying and sales experience and now his
apprenticeship to “learn stuff that I didn’t
learn in school about styles and the way you
approach wine acidity,” becoming a winemaker, himself, was not such a pipe dream
any longer. A major “wow” experience for
Robert was discovering Santa Clara Valley
wine country. He discovered the quality of
grape growing in this area and found it under
appreciated. “The quality is amazing!” He
learned that Sarah’s Vineyard was seeking a
winemaker and met owner Tim Slater. And,
as it is said, the rest is history. And what
history Robert Henson is making!
“The south Santa Clara Valley
region has incredible microclimates that have a huge impact on
the quality of our regions grapes,”
Robert said. He enjoys offering up
barrel samples of his Estate grown
Pinot Noir at winemakers’ events
and watching the surprise when he
informs them that “This is Santa
Clara Valley fruit!” He has much to
be proud of already! His 2007
Estate Pinot Noir received gold and
his 2007 Santa Cruz Mountains
Pinot Noir received double gold
and best of class at the 2009 San
Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition.
Sarah’s Vineyard produces exceptional
Estate Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and Syrah;
and success over the years with Rhone varietals has inspired Robert to plant a wide
range of other Rhone grapes at the estate
which will be available in the near future.
For Robert Henson, “It starts in the vineyard, and that’s where I started,” he humbly
states. “I want to have an impact on the vineyard, then on the wine and then on the wine
sales.” What does Robert enjoy the most?
“Hard work, with a great lifestyle, is why I
got into this, along with the personal challenges in so many fields.” Did I mention that
Robert was a farmer, microbiologist and
chemist? He also enjoys mechanical challenges, as well as those he accomplishes with
his hands. Robert still does all the spraying
and tractor work and said, “Having hands on
every aspect (of winemaking) and the
complexity of what I do is what I like most,”
and added, “I love being challenged and do
it all!
And on behalf of us all, Robert, thank you!
Visit Sarah’s Vineyard at 4005 Hecker Pass
Highway, Gilroy daily from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.
For more information, call (408) 842-4278 or
visit the website at www.sarahsvineyard.com.
Monterey Vintners & Growers Foundation
Hosts Auction and Gala, February 21
More than thirty Monterey County wineries will be showcased
during a special evening of superlative wine, international cuisine
from the Pacific Rim, Brazil and Italy, live music from Grammy
winner Louie Ortega, dancing, and a silent and live auction, hosted
by past Monterey County Supervisor, Butch Lindley. The Auction &
Gala will occur in the private barrel room at Jackson Family Wines
in the Salinas Valley on Saturday, February 21.
The 2009 Auction & Gala will honor the contributions of Jerry
Lohr, President /Owner of J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines.
The Auction & Gala will be from 6:30 p.m. to 1 p.m., at Jackson
Family Wines, Doud Road in Soledad. Tickets are $175 per person.
Escorted transportation will be made available to the event from
Monterey Bay and Salinas. For additional information, visit
www.montereywines.org, or call (831) 375-9400.
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Artist George Rodrigue Expands
Gallery to New Location in Carmel
Rodrigue Studio relocates to the west
side of Dolores between Ocean and 7th
Avenues and doubles his gallery space. The
increase in space will allow visitors the
opportunity to view more of Rodrigue’s
work. The location is also large enough to
host special events, something Rodrigue
hopes to do very soon.
Eighteen years ago, when Rodrigue opened his first gallery in Carmel
he did not know how people would react to his work.
“I was committed to Carmel and loved this part of the world, but I was
very curious how my first venture into California was going to be
received. The new gallery is a tribute to the people of Carmel who have
supported and embraced my art
from day one. Without their
support, this new gallery would
not have been possible.”
George Rodrigue is an internationally acclaimed Cajun artist
whose works are in major
museums and collections across
the country. Rodrigue was
recently named Artist Laureate by
Louisiana Governor Bobby Jindal.
Rodrigue’s paintings have been
featured
in
several
Not to Scale
books/monographs, and the
subject of numerous traveling
exhibitions and advertising
campaigns, including Absolut
Vodka. Through his Blue Dog
Relief: George Rodrigue Art
Campaign for Recovery, he has
been a tireless fundraiser and
campaigner for Hurricane Katrina
relief.
George Rodrigue and his wife
Wendy are residents of Carmel,
CA and New Orleans, LA.
Gallery hours are Monday
thorugh Saturday 10 a.m. to 5
p.m., Sunday from noon to 5 p.m.
For more information, visit
W I N E R I E S
GeorgeRodrigue.com or call
(831) 626-4444.
CARMEL
VA L L E Y
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SALINAS
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PREFERRED RESTAURANTS | WINE COUNTRY THIS WEEK
NAPA VALLEY
25° Brix – 3000 Highway 29 North, St. Helena
707 944-2749
Open for lunch and dinner, call for hours
Wine country menu with a renewed focus on farm-to-table dining
Ad Hoc – 6476 Washington Street, Yountville
707 944-2487
Brunch Sunday 10:30am-2pm, Dinner Wednesday-Monday 5-9pm
California cuisine based on fresh ingredients
Angéle – 540 Main St, Napa
707 252-8115
Lunch and dinner 11:30am-9pm
Informal dining experience featuring Mediterranean cuisine
Auberge du Soleil – 180 Rutherford Hill Road, Rutherford 707 963-1211
Breakfast 7-11am, Lunch 11:30am-2:30pm, Dinner 5:30- 9:30pm
Innovative menus, inspired by the bounty of Napa Valley, paired with wine
Azzurro Pizzeria – 1260 Main Street, Napa
707 255-5552
Open for Lunch & Dinner, call for hours
Philosophy of simplicity and freshness in every meal
BarBer’s Q – 3900 Bel Aire Plaza, Napa
707 224-6600
Daily 11am-10pm – American heritage barbecue
Bay Leaf – 2025 Monticello Road, Napa
707 257-9720
Wednesday-Monday 11:30am-2:30pm
Fine American and French cuisine in Napa Valley
Bistro Don Giovanni – 4110 Howard Lane, Napa
707 224-3300
Sunday-Thursday 11:30am-10pm, Friday-Saturday 11:30am-11:30pm
Fresh cuisine with an Italian and country French flare
Bistro Jeanty – 6510 Washington Street, Yountville
707 944-0103
Daily 11:30am-10:30pm – Homey French cuisine that changes with the seasons
Boon Fly – 4048 Sonoma Highway, Napa
707 299-4870
Daily from 7am-9pm
Modern rustic cuisine based on the agricultural heritage of the region
Bouchon – 6534 Washington Street, Yountville
707 944-8037
Daily 11am-midnight
Fine French food, rooted in tradition, served in a casual atmosphere
Brannan’s Grill – 1374 Lincoln Avenue, Calistoga
707 942-2233
Monday-Saturday 11:30am-9pm, Sunday 11am-10pm
American & Italian cuisine
Café Sarafornia – 1413 Lincoln Avenue, Calistoga
707 942-0555
Breakfast & Lunch daily 7am-2:30pm
Selection of classic dishes as well as some unique creations
Caffe Cicero – 1245 1st Street, Napa
707 252-3636
Monday-Wednesday 8:30am-9pm, Thursday-Saturday 8:30am-12am
Sunday 8:30am-4pm – Italian classics in the wine country
Celadon – 500 Main St, Napa;
707 254-9690
Monday-Friday 11:30am-9pm; Saturday until 10pm
Seasonally influenced global comfort food featuring flavors of the world
« Cole’s Chop House – 1122 Main St, Napa 707 224-6323
Sunday-Thursday 5-9pm, Friday-Saturday 5-10pm
Classic American steak house
Compadres – 505 Lincoln Avenue, Napa
707 253-1111
Monday-Friday 11am-10:30pm, Saturday-Sunday 8am-10:30pm
Traditional Mexican food
Cuveé – 1650 Soscol Avenue, Napa
707 224-2330
Monday-Friday 11am-11pm, Saturday-Sunday 5-11pm
Menu reflects wine country theme with comfort foods that accompany wine list
Farm – 4048 Sonoma Highway, Napa
707 299-4880
11:30am-10pm – Simple elegant food highlighting sustainable agriculture
French Laundry – 6640 Washington Street, Yountville
707 944-238
Monday-Thursday 5:30pm-9pm, Friday-Sunday 11am-1pm, 5:30pm-9pm
American fare with French inspiration – advance reservations required
« Fume Bistro – 4050 Byway East, Napa
Daily from 11:30am, Sunday from 10am
Seasonally inspired American bistro – “locals” favorite
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707 257-1999
Greystone at CIA – 2555 Main Street, St. Helena
707 967-1010
Monday-Thursday 11am-9pm, Friday-Sunday 11am-10pm
Local, seasonal ingredients are the inspiration for the cuisine
Grill at Silverado – 1600 Atlas Peak Road, Napa
707 257-5400
Daily 6:30-9:30pm – Wine country cuisine with an Asian flair
Hurley’s – 6517 Washington Street; Yountville
707 944-2345
Daily 11:30am-10pm – Fresh seasonal Mediterranean inspired wine country cuisine
JoLe – 1457 Lincoln Avenue, Calistoga
707 942-5938
Tuesday-Thursday & Sunday 5-9pm, Friday-Saturday, 5-10pm
“Farm to Table” All-natural organic ingredients
La Toque – 1314 McKinstry Street, Napa
707 257-5157
Opens daily at 5:30pm – Dishes that harmonize with great wine
Marker House – 1347 Main Street, St. Helena
707 963-3799
Daily 11:30am-10pm – Comfort food with a California cuisine twist
Martini House – 245 Spring Street, St Helena
707 963-2233
Sunday-Thursday 5:30-9pm, Friday-Saturday 5:30-10pm
Steak, chops seafood and comfort food
Meadowood – 900 Meadowood Lane, St Helena
707 963-3646
Monday-Saturday 5:30pm – Cuisine created to showcase Napa Valley wines
Mustards Grill – 7399 Saint Helena Highway, Napa
707 944-2424
Monday-Thursday 11:30am-9pm; Friday-Saturday11am-10pm, Sunday 11am-9pm
An American grill featuring grilled fish, chops, steaks
Napa Valley Grille – 6795 Washington Street, Yountville
707 944-8686
Open for lunch and dinner, call for hours
California cuisine based on local fresh ingriedients
Pacific Blues Café – 6525 Washington Strret, Yountville
707 944-4455
Daily 11:30-10pm – American cuisine with fresh ingredients
Pasta Prego – 3206 Jefferson Street, Napa
707 224-9011
Daily 11:30am-5pm – Casual Italian cuisine with outdoor dining
Piccolino’s Italian Café – 1385 Napa Town Center, Napa 707 251-0100
Daily 11am-9pm, Saturday-Sunday Brunch until 2:30pm
Blending of local produce, fresh seafood & creativity
Press – 587 St. Helena Highway South, St. Helena
707 967-0550
Dinner 5:30-10pm (closed Tuesday) Bar opens at 5pm
Features a custom-built wood-fired grill and rotisserie
Redd – 6480 Washington Street, Yountville
707 944-2222
Lunch Friday-Saturday 11:30am-2:30pm, Dinner from 5:30pm
Updated interpretation of wine country cuisine
Rutherford Grill – 1180 Rutherford Road, Rutherford
707 963-1792
Daily 11am-10pm – Grilled American cuisine
Siena at Meritage – 875 Bordeaux Way, Napa
707 251-1900
Open for Lunch & Dinner, call for hours – California-raised with Tuscan flare
Solbar – 755 Silverado Trail, Calistoga
707 226-0800
Daily 7am-11pm – Ingredient-driven bistro fare
Tra Vigne – 1050 Charter Oak, St. Helena
707 963-4444
Sunday-Thursday 11am-9pm – Dishes from the heart and hand of Italy
Tuscany – 1005 1st Street, Napa
707 258-1000
Sunday-Thursday 5-10pm, Friday-Saturday 5-11pm
Authentic Tuscan cuisine with fresh ingredients from the Napa Valley
Ubuntu – 1140 Main Street, Napa
707 251-5656
Sunday-Wednesday 7am-9pm, Thursday-Saturday 7am-10pm
Vegetable-inspired dishes from the Biodynamic® gardens
UVA Trattoria – 1040 Clinton Street, Napa
707 255-6646
Tuesday-Thursday 11:30am-10pm, Friday 11:30am-midnight
Saturday 5pm-midnight, Sunday 4-9pm, closed on Monday
Italian comfort food prepared with the freshest ingredients
SONOMA COUNTY
Alice’s Restaurant – 101 S. Main Street Ste A, Sebastopol
Relaxed “adjustable” hours, call ahead
Organic wine country comfort food, casual atmosphere
707 829-3212
Applewood – 13555 Highway 116, Guerneville
1-800-555-8509
Tuesday-Saturday from 6pm
Organic garden, fine dining in rustic elegance
Barndiva – 231 Center Street, Healdsburg
707 431-0100
Wedneday-Thursday 5:30-11pm, Friday-Saturday 12pm-12am, Sunday 11am-12am
Modern country food, spirits, garden dining, sustainably farmed
Bluegrass –14310 Arnold Drive, Glen Ellen
707 935-2882
Monday-Friday 11:30am-2pm, Dinner 5-9pm, Saturdays-Sundays from 11:30am
Hearty barbecue, veggie plates, comfort food, full bar, extensive wine list
Ca Bianca Restaurant – 835 2nd Street, Santa Rosa
707 542-5800
Lunch Monday-Friday 11am-2:30pm, Dinner daily from 5pm
Fine Italian cuisine from around Italy set in a historic 1876 Victorian
Cafe Citti – 9047 Sonoma Highway, Kenwood
707 833-2690
Lunch 11am-3:30pm, Dinner 5-8pm
Casual Italian cuisine, patio seating, informal atmosphere
Carneros Bistro & Wine Bar – 1325 Broadway, Sonoma 707 935-6600
Breakfast 6:30am-11:30am, Lunch 11:30am-2pm, Dinner 5:30-9pm
Wine country cusine, extensive California wine list
Cena Luna – 241 Healdsburg Avenue, Healdsburg
707 433-6000
Dinner from 5pm Tuesday-Saturday – Seasonal Northern Italian menu
Central Market – 42 Petaluma Boulevard North, Petaluma 707 778-9900
Dinner from 5:30pm
California cuisine offered in a contemporary yet rustic 1920 building
Charcuterie – 335 Healdsburg Avenue, Healdsburg
707 431-7213
Monday-Thursday 11:30am-3pm, 5:30-9pm, Friday-Sunday 12-9pm
Bistro-style seasonal fare, vegetarian entrees, local cheese & wine
Cucina Paradiso – 56 E Washington Street, Petaluma
707 782-1130
Monday-Saturday 11:30 to 2:30, Monday-Thursday 5-9pm, Friday-Saturday 5-10pm
Italian cuisine prepared from scatch; recommended wine pairings
Cyrus Restaurant – 29 North Street, Healdsburg
707 433-3311
Nightly 5:30-9:30pm
A dressy, special occasion restaurant; 5 & 8 course menu options, vegetarian menu
De Schmire – 304 Bodega Avenue, Petaluma
707 762-1901
Nightly 5:30-9pm
French style bistro with eclectic, out-of-the-ordinary artistic decor
Della Santina – 133 East Napa Street, Sonoma
707 935-0576
Lunch 11:30am-3pm, Dinner 5-9pm
Tuscan trattoria serving fresh, unassuming local fare; patio seating
Dry Creek Kitchen – 133 East Napa Street, Healdsburg
707 935-0576
Lunch Friday-Sunday 12-2:30pm, Sunday-Thursday 5:30-9:30pm
Friday-Saturday 5:30-10pm – Wine country cuisine served with fresh local ingredients
El Dorado Kitchen – 405 1st Street West, Sonoma
707 996-3030
Lunch 11:30am-2:30pm daily, Dinner 5:30-9pm
“Farm driven” collection of earthy yet sophisticated California cuisine
Farmhouse Restaurant – 7871 River Road, Forestville
707 887-3300
Wine country cuisine with emphaisis on fresh local ingreidients; patio seating
Fig Cafe & Wine Bar – 13690 Arnold Drive, Glen Ellen
707 938-2130
Saturday & Sunday Brunch 10am-2:30pm, Dinner from 5:30pm
Café featuring fresh California cuisine including pizzas & desserts, take-out available
Girl & the Fig – 110 West Spain Street; Sonoma
707 938-3634
Daily 11:30am-10pm – Antique bar "Rhone Alone" winelist, seasonal menu, cheese
platters, outdoor patio seating
Glen Ellen Inn Oyster & Martini Bar – 13670 Arnold Dr, Glen Ellen
California cuisine with a French twist – Call for hours
707 996-6409
Grafitti – 101 2nd Street, Petaluma
707 765-4567
Monday-Thursday 11:30am-midnight, Friday-Saturday 11:30am-1am
Sunday 11am-10pm – Light & hearty entrees in a comtemporary setting on the river
Graziano's – 170 Petaluma Boulevard North, Petaluma
707 762-5997
Daily 5:30-10pm – Italian cuisine made with fresh local ingreidients; exotic vodkas
« Harmony Lounge at Ledson
707 996-9779
Daily 11am-9pm
480 1st Street East, Sonoma
Elegant California cuisine with open-air seating, wine pairings
« John Ash & Co. at Vintners Inn
4330 Barnes Road, Santa Rosa
707 527-7687
Friday-Saturday 5-9:30pm, Sunday-Thursday 5-9pm
Wine country cuisine, seasonally fresh, local foods paired with fine wine
Josef’s Restaurant – 308 Wilson Street, Santa Rosa
707 571-8664
Lunch Tuesday-Friday, Dinner daily from 5pm
True French continental cuisine served in a turn-of-the-century European atmosphere
K & L Bistro – 119 S Main Street, Sebastopol
707 823-6614
Bistro atmosphere with mesquite oven serving California & French fare
Kenwood Restaurant – 9900 Highway 12, Kenwood
707 833-6326
Serving continually from 11:30am til 9pm Wednesday-Sunday
California cuisine with 3 dining rooms, mountain & vineyard views
Kuletos (Coastal) – 23240 Highway 1, Marshall
1-866-63-NICKS
Breakfast 8am, Lunch, Dinner at 4pm
Fresh menu made from sustainable, local agriculture & aquaculture
La Gare – 208 Wilson Street, Santa Rosa
707 528-4355
French cuisine with decor and ambiance that reflects an elegant old-world charm
Langley’s on the Green – 610 McClelland Drive, Windsor
American cuisine showcased in a full exhibition kitchen
707 837-7984
Lucas Wharf – 595 S Highway 1, Bodega Bay
707 875-3522
Sunday-Thursday 11am-9:30pm, Friday-Saturday 11:30am-9:30pm
Local fish, steaks, fresh pasta dishes & innovative specials
Madrona Manor – 1001 Westside Road, Healdsburg
1-800-258-4003
Wednesday-Sunday 6-9pm, in five dining rooms year round
Inventive cuisine in a cozy, old-world setting for the discriminating palate
Meritage Martini & Oyster Bar – 165 West Napa Street, Sonoma
Dinner begins at 4pm
707 938-9430
Northern Italian & southern French cuisine, extensive oyster bar
Mirepoix – 275 Windsor River Road, Windsor
707 838-0162
Tuesday-Friday 11:30am-9pm, Saturday-Sunday 5-9pm
Traditional French bistro food with a distinct twist
Mosaic Restaurant – 6675 Front Street, Forestville
707 887-7503
Showcasing the chef’s California perspective of global cuisine
Ralph’s Bistro – 109 Plaza Street, Healdsburg
707 433-1380
Lunch Monday-Thursday 11:30am-2:30pm, Dinner Monday-Saturday 5:30-9pm
Fresh California cuisine
Ravenous – 420 Center Street, Healdsburg
707 431-1302
Call for hours – Charming interior, large portions of rustic fare & what’s fresh
Risibisi – 154 Petaluma Boulevard North, Petaluma
707 766-7600
Lunch starting at 11:30am, Dinner 5pm-midnight on weekends
Italian and California cuisine recipies with a contemporary flare
Saddles Steak House – 29 East MacArthur Street, Sonoma 707 933-3191
Lunch 11:30am-2pm Wednesday-Sunday, Dinner 5:30-8:30pm Wednesday-Sunday
Specializing in steaks, chops and fresh seafood
Santé at Sonoma Mission Inn – 100 Boyes Blvd, Sonoma 707 938-9000
Dinner seating at 6pm – Wine country style with the freshest local produce
Santi – 21047 Geyserville Avenue, Geyserville
707 857-1790
Dinner Sunday-Thursday 5:30-8:30pm, Friday-Saturday 5:30-9pm
Lunch Thursday-Saturday 11:30am-2pm
Honest Italian cuisine recalling the Italian countryside, served in a landmark building
Shiso – 522 Broadway, Sonoma
707 933-9331
Daily 4:30-6pm, Monday-Saturday 4:30-9pm
Creative and unique dishes preparing a extensive modern Asian menu
Syrah – 205-A 5th Street, Santa Rosa
707 568-4002
Lunch Tuesday-Saturday 11:30am-2pm, Dinner from 5pm nightly
Seasonal, deeply flavored, soul-satisfying comfort food
The Brasserie – 170 Railroad Street, Santa Rosa
707 636-7388
Daily from 11am – Menu inspired by classic French country
Willis Seafood & Raw Bar – 403 Healdsburg Avenue, Windsor
Seafood & oysters, local wines
707 433-9191
Zazu – 3535 Guerneville Road, Santa Rosa
707 523-4814
Wednesday-Sunday from 5:30pm
Northern Italian-inspired playful Americana roadhouse restaurant
Zin Restaurant – 344 Center Street, Healdsburg
707 473-0946
Updating and enhancing American regional dishes
« Tides Wharf – 835 Highway 1, Bodega Bay
707 875-3652
Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Daily – Full bar, oyster and shrimp cocktail bar ,
“no tables available without a view of the bay;” locally caught, fresh seafood specialties, pasta, steak and lobster served daily
209 245-3463
NORTH CENTRAL COAST
MONTEREY
Café Fina - 47 Fishermans Wharf # 1, Monterey
831 372-5200
Monday-Friday 11am-2:30pm, Dinner seating at 5pm, Saturday open until 10pm
Italian seafood on the wharf
Domenico's - 50 Fishermans Wharf # 1, Monterey
831 372-3655
Lunch from 11:30am-2:30pm, Dinner from 4:30pm
Traditional Italian cuisine featuring fresh seafood
Montrio Bistro - 414 Calle Principal, Monterey
831 648-8880
Sunday-Thursday 4:30-9:30, Friday-Saturday 4:30-10:30pm
American cuisine with influences of Europe
Old Fisherman's Grotto - 39 Fishermans Wharf, Monterey 831 375-4604
Daily 11:30am-9pm – Great seafood & view of the cove
Tarpy's Roadhouse - 2999 Salinas Hwy # 1, Monterey
831 647-1444
Monday-Thursday 11:30am-9pm, Friday-Saturday open until 10:30pm
Creative American country cuisine
Willie's Smokehouse - 95 Prescott Avenue, Monterey
831 372-8880
Daily 11:30am-9pm
Wood-grilled barbeque steaks & seafood
CARMEL
Bahama Billy's - 3690 The Barnyard, Carmel
831 626-0430
Lunch 11:30am-4pm, Dinner 4-9pm – Island inspired cuisine
Bistro Beaujolais - Ocean Avenue & Mission, Carmel
831 624-5600
Daily 11am-10pm – French colony bistro style cuisine with fresh local ingredients
Carmel's Bistro Giovanni - San Carlos & 5th, Carmel
831 626-6003
Daily 5-10pm – Italian, Mediterranean and California cuisine
da Giovanni - Lincoln Street & 5th, Carmel
831 626-5800
Daily 5-10pm – Italian cuisine with fresh seafood
Rio Grill - 101 The Crossroads, Carmel
831 625-5436
Lunch 11:30am-5pm, Dinner seating from 5pm
Entrees from the wood-burning grill & oak wood smoker
CARMEL VALLEY
Volcano Bar & Grill - 27 E. Carmel Valley Road, Carmel Valley 831 659-1280
Daily 11:30am-9pm – Grilled cuisine with a Hawaiian influence
SALINAS
Gino's - 1410 South Main Street, Salinas
831 422-1814
Lunch 11am-3pm, Dinner from 4pm
Authentic Italian dishes inspired by southern Italy
Golden Fish - 221 Main Street, Salinas
831 422-4946
Call for hours – Fresh seafood entrees
Portobello's - 366 S. Main Street, Salinas
831 753-0797
Monday-Saturday 7am-7:30pm, Sunday until 7:30pm
American cuisine
Salinas Fish House - 172 Main Street, Salinas
831 775-0175
Lunch 11am-2:30pm, Dinner 5-9pm
Featuring a wide variety of seafood, chicken, and steaks
SIERRA FOOTHILLS
Latitudes – 130 Maple Street, Auburn
Lunch seating at 11:30am, Dinner seating at 5pm
Specializing in ethnic and cultural diversity
Mineral Restaurant – Murphy's
Wednesday 3-9pm, Saturday-Sunday 1-9pm
Fine vegetarian cuisine
Taste – Main Street, Plymouth
Dinner from 5pm weekdays, 4:30pm weekends
Fresh, seasonal and changing with availability
530 885-9535
209 728-9743
ˆSACRAMENTO
Cafe Bernardo – 726 Capitol Avenue, Sacramento
916 443-1180
Lunch 11:30am-3pm, Dinner from 5pm
Salads, pizzettas, burgers, fresh fish, steak and chicken
Centro Cocina Mexicana – 28th & J Streets, Sacramento 916 442-2552
Open for lunch and dinner
Authentic specials, tequila from select regions in Mexico
Chop House – 1117 11th Street, Sacramento
916 447-8900
Monday-Friday from 11am, Saturday-Sunday from 5pm
Specializing in classic fresh steaks, chops & seafood
Cosmo Café – 1000 K Street, Sacramento
916 446-9800
Daily 9am-after midnight – American cuisine with a California flair
Esquire Grill – 1213 K Street, Sacramento
916 448-8900
Monday-Thursday 4:30pm-10pm, Friday-Saturday 4:30-11pm, Sunday 4:30pm
Classic American cooking of times past featuring steaks, chops & seafood
Il Fornaio – 400 Capitol Mall, Sacramento
916 446-4100
Creatively prepared, premium-quality Italian cuisine based on authentic regional
Italian recipes
Mc Cormick & Schmicks – 1111 J Street, Sacramento 1-888-344-6861
Monday-Friday 11:30am-10pm
Daily menus feature a list of 30 seafood species
Paragary’s Bar & Oven – 1401 28th Street, Sacramento 916 457-5737
Seating from 5pm
Fresh pastas, grilled meats, fish, poultry, salads and signature pizzas
Ristorante Piatti – 571 Pavillions Lane, Sacramento
916 649-8885
Monday-Wednesday 11:30am-9pm, Thursday-Saturday 11:30am-10pm
Sunday 11am-9pm, Sunday Brunch 10am-2pm
Open kitchens and stone pizza hearths
Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse – 501 Pavilions Lane, Sacramento 916 286-2702
Dinner 5-10pm – Steaks seared at 1800 degrees and topped with fresh butter so they
sizzle all the way to your table.
Scotts Seafood – 4350 Riverside Boulevard, Sacramento
Seating from 5pm
1-800-323-7500
Quality food highlighted by riverfront views, patios and outdoor fire pits
Spataro – 1415 L Street, Sacramento
916 440-8888
Monday-Thursday 4:30-10pm, Friday-Saturday 4:30-11pm, Sunday 4:30
Open kitchen with classic, soulful Italian dishes
LODI/WOODBRIDGE
School Street Bistro – 116 N School Street, Lodi
Lunch from 11:30am, Dinner from 4:30pm
Most everything from scratch and everything cooked to order
209 333-3950
LIVERMORE
Blackhawk Grille – 3540 Blackhawk Plaza Circle, Danville
Dinner seating from 5pm
Innovative and eclectic, seasonally-inspired cuisine
Faz – 5121 Hopyard Road, Pleasanton
Breakfast & Lunch from 7am, Dinner from 5pm
Contemporary American, Mediterranean & Middle Eastern
925 736-4295
925 460-0444
925 371-8200
« Cafe Garré – 7986 Tesla Road, Livermore
Lunch Monday-Friday 11am-2:30pm, Saturday-Sunday 11:30am-3:30pm
Dinner Friday 6-9pm (Closed for dinner in winter)
Mediterranean-inspired wine country cuisine
McNamara’s Steak & Chop House
7400 San Ramon Road, Dublin
925 833-0995
Seating from 5pm – Steak chops and fish, homey atmosphere, family style portions
Wente Vineyards Restaurant
5050 Arroyo Road, Livermore
925 456-2300
Lunch 11:30am-2:30pm, Dinner from 5pm
Innovative American dishes, influenced by Italian, French and California cuisine
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WINERY LISTINGS | WINE COUNTRY THIS WEEK
« Especially recommended by Wine Country This Week
Charbay Winery & Distillery– 4001 Spring Mtn Rd; St. Helena; 707 963-9327
NAPA VALLEY
Open Tue-Sat or by appointment
Charles Krug Winery – 2800 Main St. Hwy 29, St. Helena; 707 967-2229
A Dozen Vintners – 3000 Highway 29 North, St. Helena; 707 967-0666
Open daily 10-5
« ALPHA OMEGA – 1155 Mee Lane @ Highway 29, Rutherford; 707 963-9999
Picnic Area, Art Exhibits, Children & Pets OK; Call ahead for: Winery Tours, Educational Programs
Mon-Sun 10-6
Amuse Bouche Winery – 2930 St. Helena Hwy, St. Helena; 707 251-9300
Anderson’s Conn Valley Vnyds – 680 Rossi Road, St. Helena; 707 963-8600
ARNS – 601 Muno Road, St. Helena; 707 963-3429
Chateau Montelena – 1429 Tubbs Ln, Calistoga; 707 942-5105
Open daily 9:30-4
Chateau Potelle – 3875 Mt. Veeder Rd, Napa; 707 255-9440x18
Open daily 11-5
Open by appointment only
Chimney Rock Winery – 5350 Silverado Trail, Napa; 707 257-2641
Open daily 10-5
Cliff Lede Vineyards – 1473 Younvtille Cross Rd, Yountville; 707 944-8642
Open daily 10-5
« ANDRETTII W INE R Y – 4162 Big Ranch Road, Napa; 707 259-6777 x227
Children OK; Call ahead for: Winery Tours (Private Tours for 10 or more), Educational Programs
« AR GE R- MA RTU CC I – 1455 Inglewood Ave, St. Helena; 707 963-4334
Wine Tasting, Gift Items, Picnic Area, Arts Exhibit, Children OK; Call ahead for: Winery Tours, Food Pairings
Open daily 10-5
Open daily 10-5
« ARTESA – 1345 Henry Road, Napa; 707 224-1668
Gift Items, Children OK; Call for Winery Tours at 11 & 2, Vineyard Tours, Food Pairings
Open daily 10-4:30
« CLOS DU VAL WINERY – 5330 Silverado Trail, Napa; 707 259-2225
Gift Items, Picnic Area, Art Exhibits, Children & Pets OK;
Call ahead for: Wine Tours, Vineyard Tours, Food Pairings
Open daily, 10:30-4:30
« BALDACCI – 6236 Silverado Trail, Napa; 707 944-9261
Gift Items, Children & Pets OK
Open daily 10-4
Ballentine Vineyards – 2820 St. Helena Hwy N, St. Helena; 707 963-7919
Open daily 10-5
Barnett Vineyards – 4070 Spring Mountain, St. Helena; 707 963-7075
Open daily 10-4
Barlow Vineyards – 4411 Silverado Trail, Calistoga; 707 942-8742
Open daily 10-4
« BEAULIEU VINEYARDS – 1960 Hwy 29, Rutherford; 707 967-5230
Gift Items, Children OK; Call ahead for: Winery Tours, Vineyard Tours
Open daily 10-5
Open daily 10-5
Cuvaison Estate Wines – 4500 Silverado Trail, Calistoga; 707 942-2468
Open daily 10-5
Cuvaison Estate Wines – 1221 Duhig Road, Carneros (between Napa & Sonoma); 707 942-2455
Open daily 10-6
« BLACK STALLION – 4089 Silverado Trail, Napa; 707 253-1400
Gifts, Picnic Area, Children & Pets OK;
Call ahead for: Winery Tours, Educational Programs, Food Pairings
Open daily 10-5
Open daily 9-5
Open Tu-Fr 9:30-3
Diamond Oaks – 1595 Oakville Grade, Oakville; 707 948-3000
Open daily 10-4:30
Open daily 10-6
Domaine Chandon – 1 California Dr, Yountville; 707 944-2280
Duckhorn Vineyards – 1000 Lodi Lane, St. Helena; 707 963-7108
Open daily 11-5
Delectus Winery – 908 C Enterprise Way, Napa; 707 255-1252
« BERINGER VINEYARD – 2000 Main St, St. Helena; 707 967-4412
Gift Items, Picnic Area, Art Exhibits, Children & Pets OK;
Call ahead for: Winery Tours, Cave Tours, Food Pairings
Black Cat Vineyard – 1075 Shadybrook Ln, Napa; 707 321-0866
Open daily 10:30-5
Del Dotto Vineyards – 1055 Atlas Peak Rd, Napa; 707 963-2134
« DOMAINE CARNEROS – 1240 Duhig Rd, Napa; 707 257-0101
Gifts, Children OK; Call ahead for: Winery Tours, Vineyard Tours, Food Pairings
Open daily 10-5:30
Open daily 10-5
Darioush Winery – 4240 Silverado Trail, Napa; 707 257-2345
Open daily 10-5
« BENNETT LANE – 3340 Hwy 128, Calistoga; 707 942-6684
Gift Items, Picnic Area, Children & Pets OK;
Call ahead for: Winery Tours, Vineyard Tours, Educational Programs, Food Pairings
Open daily 10-5
Cosentino Winery – 7415 St. Helena Hwy, Yountville; 707 944-1220
« BENESSERE WINERY – 1010 Big Tree Rd, St. Helena; 707 963-5853
Gift Items, Picnic Area, Art Exhibits, Children & Pets OK; Call ahead for: Winery Tours, Food Pairings
Open daily 10-6
Open by appointment, 10-4
« DUTCH HENRY WINERY – 4300 Silverado Trail, Calistoga; 707 942-5771
Gift Items, Picnic Area, Art Exhibits, Children & Pets OK; Call ahead for: Cave Tours, Food Pairings
Open daily 10-5
Eagle & Rose – 1844 Pope Canyon Rd, Pope Valley; 707 965-9463
Open daily 9-4
Ehlers Estate – 3222 Ehlers Lane, St. Helena; 707 963-5972
Open daily 10-4
« ELIZABETH SPENCER – 1165 Rutherfrod Road, Rutherford; 707 963-6067
Gift Items, Art Exhibits, Children & Pets OK; Call ahead for: Winery Tours, Food Pairings
Open daily 10-6
Elyse – 2100 Hoffman Ln, Napa; 707 944-2900
Bouchaine Vineyards – 1075 Buchli Station Rd, Napa; 707 252-9065
Open daily 10:30-4
Bounty Hunter Rare Wine Co. – 975 First St, Napa; 707 226-3976
Sun-Thu 11-10, Fr-Sa 11-Midnight
Bourassa – 190 Camino Oruga, Napa 707 254-4922; 800-499-2366
Open daily 9-5
Bremer Family – 975 Deer Park Rd, St. Helena; 707 963-5411
Open daily 10-5
Open Sat-Sun 10-3:30 or by appointment
Cakebread Cellars – 8300 St. Helena Hwy, Rutherford; 707 963-5222
Cafaro Cellars – St. Helena
Call for information; 707 963-7181
« CALISTOGA CELLARS – 1371 Lincoln Ave, Calistoga; 707 942-7422
Gifts, Picnic Area, Art Exhibits, Children & Pets OK;
Call ahead for: Educational Programs, Food Pairings
Cardinale – 7585 St. Helena Hwy, Oakville; 707 944-2643
Sun-Thu 11:30-5, Fri-Sat til 8
Open daily 10:30-4
Cartlidge & Brown – 205 Jim Oswald Way, American Canyon; 707 552-5199 x215
Open daily 10-5
« CASA NUESTRA WINERY – 3451 Silverado Trail No, St. Helena; 707 963-5783
Gifts, Picnic Area, Children & Pets OK; Call ahead for Winery Tours
Open Mon-Sat 10-5
« CASTELLO DI AMOROSA – 4045 North St. Helena Hwy, Calistoga; 707 942-8200
Gifts, Children & Pets OK; Call ahead for: Winery & Cave Tours with reservation only
Open daily 9:30-5
Caymus Vineyards – 8700 Conn Creek Rd, Rutherford; 707 967-3010
Open daily 10-4
Ceja Vineyards – 1016 Las Amigas Rd, Napa; 707 255-3954
Open daily 10-4
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Corison Winery – 987 St. Helena Hwy, St. Helena; 707 963-0826
Open daily 10-4
Chappellet Vineyard – 1581 Sage Canyon Rd, St. Helena; 707 963-7136
Open Sat 10-4, Sun-Fri 11-4
Constant – 2121 Diamond Mountain Rd, Calistoga; 707 942-0707
« BELL WINE CELLARS – 6200 Washington St, Yountville; 707 944-1673
Children OK; Call ahead for: Winery Tours, Vineyard Tours, Food Pairings
Ceja Vineyards Tasting Room – 1248 1st St, Napa; 707 226-6445
Open daily 10:30-4:30
Conn Creek Winery – 8711 Silverado Trail, St. Helena; 707 963-9100
di Rosa Preserve – 5200 Carneros Hwy 121, Napa; 707 226-5991
Burgess Cellars – 1108 Deer Park Rd, St. Helena; 707 963-4766
Open daily 10-5
Clos Pegase – 1060 Dunaweal Ln, Calistoga; 707 942-4981
Cornerstone Cellars – Napa
August Briggs – 333 Silverado Trail, Calistoga; 707 942-4912
Open daily 10:30-5
Open daily 12-6, Th-Sat 12-10
Open daily 10-5
Envy Wines – 1170 Tubbs Ln, Calistoga; 707 942-4670
Etude Winery – 1250 Cuttings Wharf Rd, Napa; 707 257-5300
Open daily 10-4:30
Failla – 3530 Silverado Trail, St. Helena; 707 963-0530
Open daily 10-5
Falcor – 2511 Napa Corporate Dr, Ste 115, Napa; 888-402-WINE
Open daily 10-5
Farella-Park – 2222 N. Third Ave, Napa; 707 254-9489
Open daily 10-4
Far Niente – 1350 Acacia Dr, Oakville; 707 944-2861
Open daily 8-4:30
Fleury Estate Winery – 950 Galleron Rd, Rutherford; 707 967-8333
Open daily 10-4
« FLORA SPRINGS TASTING ROOM – 677 St. Helena Hwy So., St. Helena; 707 967-8032
Children & Pets OK, Picnic Area
Open daily 10-5
« FOLIE A DEUX – 7481 St. Helena Hwy, Oakville; 800 535-6400
Gift Items, Picnic Area, Children & Pets OK
Open daily 10-6
« FOLIO ENOTECA – 610 First Street #10, Napa; 707 256-3700
Gift Items, Picnic Area, Children Welcome ; Call ahead for Food Pairings
Open Mon-Sat 10-8, Sun 10-5
« FOLIO WINEMAKERS’ STUDIO – 1285 Dealy Lane, Napa; 707 256-2757
Gift Items, Art Exhibits, Picnic Area, Children Welcomed ;
Call ahead for: Winery Tours, Educational Programs, Food Pairings
Franciscan Vineyards – 1178 Galleron Rd, Rutherford; 707 963-7111
« FRANK FAMILY VINEYARDS – 1091 Larkmead Lane, Calistoga; 707 942-0859
Gift Items, Picnic Area; Call ahead for: Winery Tours, Vineyards Tours
Frazier Winery – 70 Rapp Lane, Napa; 707 255-3444
Open daily 10-5
Open daily 10-5
Open daily 10-5
Open daily 10-4
WINE COUNTRY THIS WEEK | WINERY LISTINGS
« FREEMARK ABBEY – 3022 St. Helena Hwy 29 N., St. Helena; 707 963-9694
Gift Items, Children Welcomed
Open daily 10-5
« GIRARD WINERY – 1551 Sage Canyon Rd, St. Helena; 707 968-9297
Children Welcomed, Picnic Area
Open daily 10-5
« GIRARD WINERY – (Tasting Room) 6795 Washington, Yountville; 968-9297
Tasting Fees, Gift Items, Art Exhibits
Goosecross Cellars – 1119 State Lane, Yountville; 707 944-1986
Graeser Winery – 255 Petrified Forest Rd, Calistoga; 707 942-4437
Gustavo Thrace – 1021 McKinstry St, Napa; 707 257-6796
Open daily 10-5
« NAPA CELLARS – 7481 St. Helena Hwy, Oakville; 707 944-2565
Gift Items, Picnic Area, Art Exhibits, Children & Pets OK
Open daily 10-6
Open daily 10-4
Open 11-6 Sun-Wed; 11-8 Thu-Sat
Hall – 401 St. Helena Hwy So, St. Helena; 707 967-2620
Hans Fahden Vineyards – 4855 Petrified Forest Rd, St. Helena; 707 942-6760
Open daily 10-4
Open daily 10-5:15
Open daily 10-
William Harrison Vnyrds – 1443 Silverado Trail, St. Helena; 707 963-8310
Open Thu-Mon 11-5
Hartwell Vineyards – 5795 Silverado Trail, Napa; 707 255-4269
Open Wed-Sun 11-4
Havens Wine Cellars – 2055 Hoffman Lane, Yountville; 707 261-2000
Open daily 10-4:30
Heitz Cellars – 436 St. Helena Hwy 29, St. Helena; 707 963-3542
Open daily 11-4:30
Hendry – 3104 Redwood Dr, Napa; 707 226-8320
« HESS COLLECTION – 4411 Redwood Rd, Napa; 707 255-1144
Gift Items, Picnic Area, Art Exhibits, Children & Welcomed; Call ahead for: Wine Tours, Food Pairings
Open daily 10-5:30
Open daily 10-6
Honig Vineyards – 850 Rutherford Rd, Rutherford; 707 963-5618
Open daily 10-4
Hopper Creek – 6204 Washington St, Napa; 707 744-0675
Open daily 11-4
« JESSUP CELLARS – 6740 Washington St, Yountville; 707 944-8523
Art Exhibits; Call ahead for Food Pairings
Open daily 10-6
« JOSEPH PHELPS VNYDS – 200 Taplin Rd, St. Helena; 707 963-2745
Gift Items, Children OK; Call ahead for: Wine Tours, Food Pairings
Open daily 10-4
« JUDD’S HILL – 2332 Silverado Trail, Napa; 707 255-2332
Gift Items, Picnic Area, Art Exhibits, Children Welcomed
Open daily 10-4
« KIRKLAND RANCH WINERY – One Kirkland Ranch Rd, Napa; 707 254-9100
Gift Items, Children OK; Call ahead for Wine Tours
Open daily 10-4
Open Moo-Sat 9-5
Open daily 10-5
Larkmead Vineyards – 1100 Larkmead Ln, Calistoga; 707 942-0167
Open daily 10-4
« LOUIS M. MARTINI – 254 St. Helena Hwy 29 So, St. Helena; 707 968-3361
Gift Items; Call ahead for: Wine Tours at 11 & 2, Cave Tours, Food Pairings
Luna Vineyards – 2921 Silverado Trail, Napa; 707 255-2474
Open daily 10-6
McKenzie-Mueller – 2530 Las Amigas Rd, Napa; 707 252-0186
Madonna Estate Winery – 5400 Old Sonoma Rd, Napa; 707 255-8864
Open daily 10-5
Madrigal Vineyards – 3718 N. St. Helena Hwy, Calistoga; 707 942-6577
Open daily 10-4
« MAHONEY VINEYARDS – Taste at Oxbow, 708 First St, Napa; 707 265-9600
Gift Items, Art Exhibits, Children & Pets OK; Call ahead for Food Pairings
Open daily 11-6
Mario Perelli-Menetti – 1443 Silverado Trail, St. Helena; 707 963-8310
Mason Cellars – 714 First St, Napa; 707 255-0658
Open daily 10-5
Open Thu-Sun 10-5
Open Thu-Mon 11-5:30
« MERRYVALE VINEYARDS – 1000 Main St, St. Helena; 707 963-7777
Call ahead for: Wine Tours at 10:30 & 12:30, Educational Programs, Food Pairings
Open daily 10-6:30
Milat Vineyards – 1091 St. Helena Hwy S, St. Helena; 707 963-0758
Open daily 10-5:30
Miner Family – 7850 Silverado Trail, Oakville; 707 944-9500
Open daily 11-5
Open daily 10-4:30
Open Mon-Fri 10-3, Sat-Sun 10-2
Noah Vineyard – 6204 Washington St, Yountville; 707 944-0675
Open Thu-Sun 11-5
O’Brien Estate – 1200 Orchard Ave, Napa; 707 252-8463
Open Mon-Sat 10-5
Palmaz Vineyards – 4029 Hagen Road, Napa; 707 226-5587
Open daily by appointment 9-5
Paoletti Vineyards – 4501 Silverado Trail, Calistoga; 707 942-0689
Open Sat-Sun 11-5
Patz & Hall – 851 Napa Valley Corporate Way, Ste A, Napa; 707 265-7700
Open Wed-Sun 10-4
« PEJU – 8466 St. Helena Hwy, Rutherford; 707 963-3600
Open daily 10-6
Pine Ridge – 5901 Silverado Trail, Napa; 707 252-9777
PlumpJack Winery – 620 Oakville Crossroad, Oakville; 707 945-1220
Pope Valley Winery – 6613 Pope Valley Rd, Napa; 707 965-1246
Open daily 10-4
Open Thurs-Sun 11-5 or by appt.
« PRAGER WINERY/PORT WORKS – 1281 Lewelling, St. Helena; 707 963-PORT (7678)
Children & Pets OK
Quintessa – 1601 Silverdo Trail , St. Helena; 707 967-1601
« RAYMOND VINEYARD – 849 Zinfandel Ln, St. Helena; 707 963-3141
Gift Items, Art Exhibits, Picnic Area, Children & Pets OK; Call ahead for Wine Tours
Open daily 10-4
Open daily 10-4
Regusci Winery – 5584 Silverado Trail, Napa; 707 254-0403
Open daily 10-5
Reverie Winery – 1250 Diamond Mtn Rd, Calistoga; 707 942-6800
Open daily 10-5
Reynolds Family Winery – 3266 Silverado Trail, Napa; 707 258-2558
Open daily 10-4:30
Robert Craig Wine Cellars – 880 Vallejo St, Napa; 707 252-2250 x1
Open by appointment Mon-Sat
Robert Mondavi Winery – 7801 St. Helena Hwy 29, Oakville; 707 968-2001
Open daily 10-5
Robert Pepi Winery – 7585 St. Helena Hwy, Oakville; 707 944-2807
Open daily 11-4
Robert Sinskey Vnyrds – 6320 Silverado Trail, Yountville; 707 944-9090
Rocca Family – 1130 Main St, Napa; 707 257-8467
Open daily 10-4:30
Mon-Sat 1-6
« ROMBAUER VINEYARD – 3522 Silverado Trail, No, St. Helena; 707 963-5170
Gift Items, Art Exhibits, Children OK; Call ahead for Wine Tours
Open daily 10-5
Round Pond Winery – 886 Rutherford Rd, Rutherford; 1-877-963-9364
Open daily 10-5
Rubicon Estates – 1991 St. Helena Hwy, Rutherford; 707 968-1161
Open daily 10-5
MJA – 647 Greenfield Rd, St. Helena; 707 963-3394
Markham Vnyds – 2812 St. Helena Hwy 29, St. Helena; 707 963-5292
Nickel & Nickel – 8164 St. Helena Hwy, Oakville; 707 967-9600
Keenan – 3660 Spring Mtn. Rd, St. Helena; 707 963-9177
Laird Family Winery – 5055 Solano Ave., Napa; 707 257-0360
Long Meadow Ranch – 1775 Whitehall Ln, St. Helena; 707 963-4555
Napa Wine Company – 1133 Oakville Cross Rd, Oakville; 707 944-1710
Provenance – 1695 St. Helena Hwy, St. Helena; 707 968-3633
Hill Family Estate – 6512 Washington, Yountville; 707 944-9580
Ladera – 150 White Cottage Rd So, Angwin; 707 965-2445
Open daily 10-6
« HAGAFEN CELLARS – 4160 Silverado Trail, Napa; 707 252-0781
Gift Items, Picnic Area, Art Exhibits, Children & Pets OK; Call ahead for Wine Tours
Morey Cellars – Napa
Open daily 10-4:30
« MUMM NAPA – 8445 Silverado Trail, Rutherford; 800 MUM-NAPA
Gift Items, Art Exhibits, Children & Pets OK; Call ahead for Wine Tours
Open daily 10-5
« GRGICH HILLS – 1829 St. Helena Hwy 29 S., Rutherford; 707 963-2784
Gift Items, Children OK; Call ahead for: Winery Tours By Appt. at 11 & 2, Food Pairings
« MONTICELLO VINEYARDS – 4242 Big Ranch Rd, Napa; 707 253-2802
Gift Items, Children & Pets OK; Call ahead for: Wine Tours, Food Pairings
Rudd Winery – 500 Oakville Cross Rd, Oakville; 707 944-8577
Rustridge Ranch – 2910 Lower Chiles Valley Rd, St. Helena; 707 965-9353
Rutherford Grove – 1673 St. Helena Hwy, Rutherford; 707 963-0544
Rutherford Hill – 200 Rutherford Hill Rd, Rutherford; 707 963-1871
Rutherford Ranch – 1680 Silverado Trail, Rutherford; 707 963-5251
Saddleback Cellars – 7802 Money Road, Oakville; 707 944-1305
« ST. CLEMENT VINEYARDS – 2867 St. Helena Hwy, St. Helena; 800 331-8266
Gift Items, Children & Pets OK; Call ahead for: Wine Tours, Food Pairings
St. Helena Wine Center – 1321 Main St, St. Helena; 707 963-1313
St. Supéry – 8440 St. Helena Hwy, Rutherford; 800 942-0809
Saintsbury – 1500 Los Carneros Ave, Napa; 707 252-0592
Open daily 10-5
Open Tues-Sat 10-5
Open daily 10-4
Open daily 10-4:30
Open daily 10-5
Open daily 10-4:30
Open daily 10-4
Open daily 10-5
Open Mon-Sat 10-6, Su 10-5:30
Open daily 10-5
Open Mon-Fri by appointment
Salvestrin Vineyard – 397 Main Street, St. Helena; 707-963-5105
Open daily 10-4
Sawyer Cellars – 8350 St. Helena Hwy, Rutherford; 707 963-1980
Open daily 10-4
Schramsberg – 1400 Schramsberg Rd, Calistoga; 707 942-2414
Open daily 10-4
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Schweiger Vineyards – 4015 Spring Mt Rd, St. Helena; 707 963-4882
« SEQUOIA GROVE – 8338 St. Helena Hwy 29, Rutherford; 707 944-2945
Gift Items, Art Exhibits, Children & Pets OK; Call ahead for: Wine Tours, Food Pairings
Open daily 10-3:30
X Winery & Amius – 1405 2nd Street, Napa; 707 287-4984
Open daily 10:30-5
Yates Family Vineyard – 4723 Redwood Rd, Napa; 707 226-1800
Zahtila Vineyards – 2250 Lake County Hwy; Calistoga; 707 942-9251
Shafer Vineyards – 6154 Silverado Trail, Nap; 707 944-2877
Open Mon-Fri 10-4
Signorello Vineyards – 4500 Silverado Trail, Napa; 707 255-5990
Open daily 10:30-5
Silenus Vintners – 5225 Solano Ave, Napa; 707 299-3930
« SILVERADO VINEYARDS – 6121 Silverado Trail, Nap; 707 257-1770
Call ahead for: Wine Tours, Educational Programs, Food Pairings
Open daily 10-4:30
Silver Oak Cellars – 915 Oakville Crossroad, Oakville; 1-800-273-8809
Open Mon-Sun 9-4
Silver Rose Cellars – 400 Silverado Trail, Calistoga; 707 942-9581
Fr-Su 10-4:30 or by appointment
Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars – 5766 Silverado Trail, Napa; 707 944-2020
Open daily 10-4:30
Steltzner Vineyards – 5998 Silverado Trail, Napa; 707 252-7272
« STERLING VINEYARDS – 1111 Dunaweal Lane, Calistoga; 707 942-3344
Self-Guided Winery Tours, Gift Items, Art Exhibits, Children & Pets OK
Open daily 10-4:30
Stonehedge Winery – 1004 Clinton St, Napa; 707 256-4444
Open Wed-Sat 11-7
Storybook Mountain – 3835 Hwy 128, Calistoga; 707 942-5310
Open Mon-Sat 10-4
Sullivan Vineyard – 1090 Galleron Rd, Rutherford; 707 963-9646
Open daily 11-5
« SUMMERS/VILLA ANDRIANA – 1171 Tubbs Lane, Calistoga; 707 942-5508
Gift Items, Picnic Area, Art Exhibits, Children & Pets OK; Call ahead for Food Pairings
« SUTTER HOME WINERY – 277 St. Helena Hwy S, St. Helena; 707 963-3104
Open daily 10-5
Open daily 10-4
The Terraces – 1450 Silverado Trail, St. Helena; 707 963-1707
Trefethen Vineyards – 1160 Oak Knoll Ave, Napa; 707 255-7700
Open daily 10-4:30
Tres Sabores – 1620 S. Whitehall Lane, St. Helena; 707 967-8027
« TRINCHERO FAMILY ESTATES – 3070 N. St. Helena Hwy, St. Helena; 1-800-473-4454
Trinitas Cellars – 875 Bordeaux Way, Napa; 707 935-3504
Open daily 10-5
Open daily 12-8
Truchard – 3234 Old Sonoma Rd, Napa; 707 253-7153
Tudal Winery – 1015 Big Tree Rd, St. Helena; 707 963-3947
Tulocay – 1426 Coombsville Rd, Napa; 707 255-4064
Turnbull Wine Cellars – 8210 Highway 29, Oakville; 707 963-5839
Open daily 10-4
Twomey Cellars – 1183 Dunaweal Lane, Calistoga; (707) 942-7122
Open Mon-Sat 9-4
Open daily: Winter 9-5, Summer 9-6
Van Der Heyden – 4057 Silverado Trail, Napa; 707 257-0130
Open daily 10-6
Viader Winery – 1120 Deer Park Rd, St. Helena; 707 963-3816
Vincent Arroyo Winery – 2361 Greenwood Ave, Calistoga; 707 942-6995
Open daily 10-4:30
Vine Cliff Winery – 7400 Silverado Trail, Yountville; 707 944-1364
Vintners Collective – 1245 Main St, Napa; 707 255-7150
Open daily 11-6
Volker Eisele Family – 3080 Lower Chiles Valley Rd, St. Helena; 707 965-9485
Von Strasser – 1510 Diamond Mtn. Rd, Calistoga; 707 942-0930
« WATERSTONE – Taste at Oxbow, 708 First St, Napa; 707 265-9600
Gift Items, Picnic Area, Picnic Area, Art Exhibits, Children OK; Call ahead for Food Pairings
Open daily 11-6
Wermuth Winery – 3942 Silverado Trail, Calistoga; 707 942-5924
Open daily 11-5
« WHITEHALL LANE – 1563 St. Helena Hwy S, St. Helena; 707 963-9454
Gift Items, Art Exhibits, Children & Pets OK; Call ahead for Tours
Open daily 11-6
Whitford Cellars – 4047 E. Third Ave, Napa; 707-942-0840
« WILLIAM HILL WINERY – 1761 Atlas Peak Road, Napa; 707 265-3024
Picnic Area, Children & Pets OK; Call ahead for: Winery Tours, Vineyard Tours, Educational Programs
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Open daily 10-4:30
SONOMA COUNTY
Open daily 10-5
Adler Fels – 9575 Sonoma Hwy, Kenwood; 707 833-6131
Open daily 11-5
Adobe Road Winery – 1995 S. McDowell Blvd, Petaluma; 707 939-7967
Open daily 11-5
« ALDERBROOK WINERY 2306 Magnolia, Healdsburg; 707 433-9154
Gift items, Picnic Area, Art Exhibits, Children OK; Call ahead for: Winery Tours, Food Pairings
Open daily10-5
Alexander Valley Vineyards – 8644 Hwy 128, Healdsburg; 707 433-7209
Open daily 11-5
Amista Vineyards– 3320 Dry Creek Rd, Healdsburg; 707 431-9200
Thur-Mon 11-4:30
« ARMIDA WINERY – 2201 Westside Road, Healdsburg; 707 433-2222
Gift items, Children OK; Call ahead for Food Pairings
Open daily11-5
Arista Winery – 7015 Westside Rd, Healdsburg; 707 473-0606
Open daily11-5
« ARROWOOD VNYDS & WNRY – 14347 Sonoma Hwy 12, Glen Ellen; 707 935-2600
Gift items, Picnic Area, Art Exhibits; Call ahead for Winery Tours at 10:30 & 2:30
« ARTESA – (at Cornerstone, tasting room) 23564 Arnold Dr, (Hwy 121), Sonoma; 707-933-8980
Gift items, Picnic Area, Art Exhibits, Children Welcomed
Artiste – 435 Healdsburg Ave, Healdsburg; 707 433-1920
Audelssa Estate – 13647 Arnold Dr, Glen Ellen; 707 933-8514
Terra Valentine – 3787 Spring Mountain Rd, St. Helena; 707 967-8340
« WINE GARAGE – 1020 Foothill Blvd (Hwy 29), Calistoga; 707 942-5332
Wing Canyon Vineyard – 3100 Mt. Veeder Rd, Napa; 707 265-8798
Daily 10-4:30
« ZD WINES – 8383 Silverado Trail, Rutherford; 707 963-5188
Gift items, Picnic Area, Art Exhibits, Children OK; Call ahead for: Winery Tours, Wine Pairings
A. Rafanelli Winery – 4685 W. Dry Creek Rd, Healdsburg; 707 433-1385
Spring Mountain – 2805 Spring Mtn. Rd, St. Helena; 707 967-4188
« V. SATTUI WINERY – Corner Hwy 29 & White Ln, St. Helena; 707 963-7774
Picnic Area, Deli, Art Exhibits, Children & Pets OK; Call ahead for: Winery Tours, Cave Tours
Balletto & Dutton-Goldfield – 5700 Occidental Rd, Santa Rosa; 707 568-2455
Bartholomew Park – 1000 Vineyard Ln., Sonoma; 707 935-9511
« BENZIGER FAMILY WINERY – 1883 London Ranch Rd, Glen Ellen; 707 935-4046
Gift items, Picnic Area, Children & Pets OK; Call ahead for: Winery Tours, Vineyard Tram Tours
Open daily 10-4:30
Open daily 10-5
Open daily 11-5:30
Fri-Sat 12-6
Open daily 10-4
Open daily 11-4:30
Open daily 10-5
« BLACKSTONE WINERY – 8450 Sonoma Hwy, Kenwood; 707 833-1999
Gift items, Picnic Area, Children & Pets OK; Call ahead for: Winery Tours, Wine Pairings
Open daily 10-4:30
Bluegrass Bar & Grill – 14310 Arnold Dr., Glen Ellen; 707 935-4488
Open daily 11-4:30
« BR COHN WINERY – 15000 Sonoma Hwy 12, Glen Ellen; 800-330-4064
Gift items, Picnic Area, Children & Pets OK; Call for: Tours, Educational Programs, Wine Pairings
Open daily 10-5
Bradford Mountain – 4035 Westside Rd, Healdsburg; 707 431-4433
Buena Vista Winery – 18000 Old Winery Rd, Sonoma; 707 938-1266
Open daily 10-5
Davis Bynum Winery – 8075 Westside Road, Healdsburg; 707 433-5852
Fri-Mon 11-4
C. Donatiello – 4035 Westside Rd, Healdsburg; 800-433-8296
Open daily 11-5
Cale Cellars – (at the Wine Room) 9575 Sonoma Hwy, Kenwood; 707 833-6131
Open daily 11-5
Camellia Cellars – 57 Front St., Healdsburg; 707 433-1290
Open daily 11-6
Carneros Family Wineries – 23574 Arnold Dr/Hwy 121, Sonoma; 707 934-4090
Open daily 10-5
Castle Vineyards – 122 West Spain St, Sonoma; 707 996-1966
Open daily 11-6
Cellar Door – 1395 Broadway, Suite E, Sonoma; 707-938-4466
Open daily 10-6
Charles Creek Winery – 483 First St. W., Sonoma; 707 935-3848
Chateau Felice – 223 Center St, 707 431-9010; Healdsburg
« CHATEAU ST. JEAN – 8555 Sonoma Hwy 12, Kenwood; 707 833-4134
Gift items, Picnic Area, Children OK; Call ahead for Food Pairings
Chandelle Winery – 1395 Broadway at the Cellar Door in Sonoma; 707 938-4466
« CLINE CELLARS – 24737 Arnold Drive, Sonoma; 707 940-4030
Gift items, Picnic Area, Children OK; Call ahead for: Winery Tours at 11, 1, 3 or Food Pairings
Clos du Bois – 19410 Geyserville Ave, Geyserville; 707 857-3100
« CHRISTOPHER CREEK – 641 Limerick Ln, Healdsburg; 707 433-2001
Picnic Area
Open daily 11-6
Mon-Wed 11-6 Thu-Sun 11-6
Open daily 10-5
Open daily 11-6
Open daily 10-6
Open daily 10-4:30
Open daily 10-6
Open Mon-Sat 11-6:30, Sun 11-430
Davis Family Vnyds – 53 Front St, Healdsburg; 707 433-3858
Thu-Sun 11-5
De La Montanya – 999 Foreman Ln., Healdsburg; 707 433-3711
Mon-Fri 11-4:30
De Loach Vineyards – 1791 Olivet Road, Santa Rosa; 707 526-9111
Open daily 10-4:30
Deerfield Ranch – 10200 Sonoma Highway, Kenwood; 707 833-5215
Dry Creek Vineyards – 3770 Lambert Bridge Rd, Healdsburg; 707 433-1000
« DUTCHER CROSSING – 8533 Dry Creek Rd, Healdsburg; 707 431-2700
Gift items, Picnic Area, Children OK; Call ahead for Winery Tours
« ERIC ROSS – 14300 Arnold Dr, Glen Ellen; 707 939-8525
Children Welcomed
Everett Ridge – 435 W. Dry Creek Rd, Healdsburg; 707 433-1637
Field Stone Winery – 10075 Hwy 128, Healdsburg; 707 433-7266
Forchini – 5141 Dry Creek Rd, Healdsburg; 707 431-8886
Foppiano Vineyards – 12707 Old Redwood Hwy, Healdsburg; 707 433-7272
« FRANCIS FORD COPPOLA’S ROSSO & BIANCO
300 Via Archimedes, Geyserville; 707 857-1462
Gift items, Picnic Area, Children OK; Call ahead for: Winery Tours, Wine Pairings
Freestone Vineyards – 12747 El Camino Bodega, Freestone; 707 874-1010
Frick – 23072 Walling Road, Geyserville; 707 857-1980
« FRITZ WINERY – 24691 Dutcher Creek Rd, Cloverdale; 707 894-3389
« GALLO FAMILY VNYDS – Tasting Room: 320 Center Street, Healdsburg; 707 433-2458
Gift items, Vineyard Tours
Open daily 11-5
Open daily 11-4:30
Open daily 10-5
Open daily 10-4:30
Sat-Sun 11-4
Open daily 10-4:30
Open daily 10-5
Fri-Mon 11-5
Sat-Sun 12-4:30
Open daily 10-5
Larson Family – (Tasting Room at The Cellar Door) 1395 Broadway, Sonoma; 707 938-4466
Open daily 11-6
« LEDSON WINERY – 7335 Sonoma Hwy, Kenwood; 707 833-2330
Open daily 10-5
Tasting Fees, Gift items, Deli, Art Exhibit, Picnic Area, Children & Pets OK; Call for: Educational Programs, Food Pairings
« LIMERICK LANE – 1023 Limerick Ln, Healdsburg; 707-433-9211
Gift items, Art Exhibit, Children & Pets OK
« LONGBOARD VINEYARDS – 5 Fitch St, Healdsburg; 707 433-3473
Gift items, Children OK; Call ahead for Food Pairings
Fri-Sat 11-6, Sun-Thu 11-5
MacRostie Winery – 21481 Eight St E, Suite 25, Sonoma; 707 996-4480
Manzanita Creek – 1441 A&B Grove St, Healdsburg; 707 433-4052
Matanzas Creek Winery – 6097 Bennett Valley Rd, Santa Rosa; 707 528-6464
« MATRIX – 3291 Westside Rd, Healdsburg; 707 433-1911
Gift items, Children & Pets OK; Call ahead for Winery Tours
Mauritson Family Winery – 2859 Dry Creek Rd, Healdsburg; 707 431-0804
« MAYO FAMILY WINERY – Hwy 12 & Arnold Dr, Glen Ellen; 707 938-9401
Gift items, Picnic Area, Children & Pets OK; Call ahead for Winery Tours
Open daily 10-4
« MAYO FAMILY RESERVE ROOM – 9200 Sonoma Hwy, Kenwood; 707 833-5504
Gift items, Art Exhibit, Children OK; Call ahead for Food Pairings
Open daily 11-4:30
Open daily 10-4
Open daily 10-4
Open daily 10-4:30
Fri-Sun 11-4:30
Homewood Winery – 23120 Burndale Rd, Sonoma; 707 996-6353
Open daily 10-4
« HOP KILN WINERY – 6050 Westside Rd, Healdsburg; 707 433-6491
Gift items, Picnic Area, Children OK; Call ahead for: Educational Programs, Food Pairings
Open daily 10-5
Thu-Sun 11-5
« IMAGERY ESTATE – 14355 Hwy 12, Glen Ellen; 707 935-4515
Weekdays 10-4:30, Weekends 10-5
Gift items, Art Exhibit, Picnic Area, Children OK; Call for: Educational Programs, Food Pairings
« J RICKARDS WINERY – 24505 Chianti Rd, Cloverdale; 707 758-3441
Picnic Area, Children Welcomed
Open daily 10-5
Open daily 11-4 (Closed Tue & Wed)
Open daily 10-5
Holdredge – 51 Front St, Healdsburg; 707 431-1424
Huntington – 52 Front St, Healdsburg; 707 433-5215
Open daily 11-5
Marimar Estate – 11400 Graton Road, Sebastopol; 707 823-4365
Open daily 10-5
Tue-Sat 11-5
J Vineyard & Winery – 11447 Old Redwood Hwy, Healdsburg; 707 431-3646
Open daily 11-5
Jacuzzi Vineyards – 24724 Arnold Drive, Sonoma; 707 931-7575
Open daily 11-5
Johnson’s Alexander Valley Wines – 8329 Hwy 128, Healdsburg; 707 433-2319
Open daily 11-5
Kastania Vineyards – 4415 Kastania Rd, Petaluma; 707 763-6348
Sat Sun 11-4
« KAZ WINERY – 233 Adobe Canyon Rd, Kenwood; 707 833-2536
Gift items, Picnic Area, Children & Pets OK; Call ahead for: Winery Tours, Vineyards Tours
Fri-Mon 11-5
« MAYO FAMILY – at The Cellar Door in Sonoma, 1395 Broadway; 707 938-4466
Gift items, Art Exhibit; Call ahead for Food Pairings
« MAYO FAMILY ON THE PLAZA – 498 First St. E, Sonoma; 707 996-9911
Gift items, Children OK
« MAZZOCCO VINEYARDS – 1400 Lytton Springs Rd, Healdsburg; 707 431-8159
Gift items, Picnic Area, Children & Pets OK
Meeker Vineyards – 21035 Geyserville Ave, Geyserville; 707 431-2148
Michel-Schlumberger – 4155 Wine Creek Rd, Healdsburg; 707 433-7427
Open daily 10-5
Open daily 10-4:30
Open daily 11-5
Open daily 10-5
Open daily 11-6
Th-Mon 11-6, Tu-Wed 4-6
Open daily 10:30-6
Open daily 11-5
Open daily 10:30-5
Open daily 10-5
Mill Creek Vineyards – 1401 Westside Rd; Healdsburg; 707 431-2121
Open daily 10-5
Moondance Cellars – at the Wine Room; 9575 Sonoma Hwy; Kenwood; 707 833-6131
Open daily 10-5
« MOSAIC (formerly De Lorimier)– 2001 Hwy 128, Geyserville; 707 857-2000
Gift items, Picnic Area, Children & Pets OK
Murphy-Goode – 20 Matheson St, Healdsburg; 800 499-7644
« MUSCARDINI CELLARS – 8910 Sonoma Hwy, Kenwood; 707-833-0526
Gift items, Picnic Area, Children OK; Call ahead for Food Pairings
Nicholson Ranch – 4200 Napa Rd, Sonoma; 707 938-8822
Papapietro Perry – 4791 Dry Creek Rd, Healdsburg; 707 433-0422
« KENDALL-JACKSON – 5007 Fulton Rd, Fulton; 707 571-8100
Gift items, Picnic Area, Children & Pets OK; Call ahead for: Educational Programs, Food Pairings
Open daily 10-5
« PARADISE RIDGE WINERY – 4545 Thomas Lake Harris Dr, Santa Rosa; 707 528-Wine
Gift items, Art Exhibit, Picnic Area, Children & Pets OK; Call ahead for Winery Tours
« KENDALL-JACKSON – 337 Healdsburg Ave, Healdsburg; 707 433-7102
Children & Pets OK
Open daily 10-5
« Paradise Ridge – Kenwood Tasting Room, 8860 Sonoma Hwy; 707 282-9020
Art Exhibit, Picnic Area, Children & Pets OK
Kenwood Vineyards – 9592 Sonoma Hwy 12, Kenwood; 707 833-5891;
Open daily 10-4:30;
Thu-Mon 11-5
Open daily 11-6 (closed Tue)
« LOXTON CELLARS – 11466 Dunbar Rd, Glen Ellen; 707 935-7221
Picnic Area; Call ahead for Vineyard and Winery Tours
Martinelli Vineyards – 3360 River Rd, Fulton; 707 525-0570
Hartford Family Wines – 8075 Martinelli Road, Forestville; 707 887-1756
Open daily 10-5
Little Vineyards Family Winery – 15188 Sonoma Hwy, Glen Ellen; 707 996-2750
Open daily 10-5
Hanna Winery – 9280 Hwy 128, Healdsburg; 707 431-4310
5333 Occidental Rd, Santa Rosa; 707 575-3371
Open daily 10-4:30
Larson Family – (Cornerstone, tasting room for boutique wineries)
23564 Arnold Dr, (Hwy 121), Sonoma; 707-933-3010
Geyser Peak Winery – At Canyon Rd, Chianti RdGeyserville; 707 857-9400
Gundlach Bundschu – 2000 Denmark St, 707 938-5277; Sonoma
Landmark – 101 Adobe Canyon Rd, Kenwood; 707 833-0053
Open daily 11-4
Grove Street – 1441 Grove St, 707 433-6734; Healdsburg
Open daily 10-5
Lambert Bridge – 4085 W. Dry Creek Rd, Healdsburg; 707 431-9600
Thu-Mon 11-5
Gary Farrell Wines – 10701 Westside Rd, Healdsburg;707-473-2909;
Grange Sonoma – (Tasting room for boutique wineries)
23564 Arnold Dr (Hwy 121), Sonoma; 707-933-8980
Lake Sonoma Winery – 340 Healdsburg Ave, Healdsburg; 707 473-2999
« MARTIN RAY – 2191 Laguna Road, Santa Rosa; 707 823-2404
Gift items, Art Exhibit, Picnic Area, Children & Pets OK; Call ahead for Winery Tours
Gourmet Au Bay – 913 Hwy 1, Bodega Bay; 707 875-9875
Open daily 10:30-4
La Crema – 235 Healdsburg Ave, Ste 101, Healdsburg; 707 431-9400
Open daily 10-6
« GLORIA FERRER CAVES & VNYDS – 23555 Hwy 121, Sonoma; 707 996-7256
Gift items, Picnic Area, Art Exhibit; Call ahead for: Winery Tours, Educational Programs, Food Pairings
Open daily 9-4:30
Kunde – 9825 Sonoma Hwy 12, Kenwood; 707 833-5501
Family Wineries of Dry Creek Valley – 4791 Dry Creek Rd, Healdsburg; 707 433-0100 Open daily 10:30-4:30
« FERRARI-CARANO – 8761 Dry Creek Rd, Healdsburg; 707 433-6700
Korbel Chmpgne Clrs – 13250 River Rd, Guerneville; 707 824-7000
Passalacqua Vnyds – 3805 Lambert Bridge Rd, Healdsburg; 877-825-5547
Pastori Wines – 23189 Geyserville Ave, Cloverdale; 707 857-3418
Open daily 10-4:30
Open daily 10-5
Open daily 10-6
Open daily 11-4:30
Open daily 11-5
Open daily 10-5
Open daily 11-5
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Pedroncelli Vineyards – 1220 Canyon Rd, Geyserville; 707 857-3531
Open daily 10-4:30
Pellegrini Family– 4055 West Olivet Rd, Santa Rosa; 800-891-0244
Open by appointment Thur-Mon 10-4
Petroni Vineyards – 990 Cavedale Road, Sonoma; 707 935-8311
Open 10-4 by appointment
Preston Vineyards – 9282 W. Dry Creek Rd, Healdsburg; 707 433-3372
Open daily 11-4:30
« QUIVIRA VINEYARDS – 4900 W. Dry Creek Rd, Healdsburg; 707 431-8333
Gift items, Picnic Area, Children & Pets OK; Call ahead for Winery Tours
Open daily 11-5
Ravenswood – 18701 Gehricke Rd, Sonoma; 707 938-1960
Open daily 10-4:30
Raymond Burr – 8339 W. Dry Creek Rd, Healdsburg; 707 433-4365
Open daily 11-5
Richardson Winery – at The Cellar Door in Sonoma, 1395 Broadway; 707 938-4466
Open daily 11-6
Ridge/Lytton Springs – 650 Lytton Springs Rd; Healdsburg; 707 433-7721
Open daily 11-4
Robert Hunter – at The Cellar Door in Sonoma,1395 Broadway; 707 938-4466
Open daily 11-6
Robert Young Estate – 4960 Red Winery Rd, Geyserville; 707 431-4811
Open daily 10-4:30
Robledo Family Winery – 21901 Bonness Rd, Sonoma; 707 939-6903
Roche – 28700 Arnold Dr, Sonoma; 707 935-7115
Open daily 10-6
Rochioli – 6192 Westside Rd, Healdsburg; 707 433-2305
Open daily 11-4
« RODNEY STRONG VINEYARDS – 11455 Old Redwood Hwy, Healdsburg; 707 431-1533
Gift items, Art Exhibit, Picnic Area, Children & Pets OK
Open daily 10-5
Rosenblum Winery – 250 Center Street, Healdsburg; 707 431-1169
Open daily 10-5
Roshambo – (Cornerstone, tasting room for boutique wineries)
23564 Arnold Dr, (Hwy 121), Sonoma; 888-525-9463
Open daily 10-5
Route 128 Winery – 21079 Geyserville Ave, Geyserville; 707-696-0004
Open daily 10-5
Thur-Mo 11-6
Russian River Vineyards – 5700 Gravenstein Hwy N, Forestville; 707 887-3344
SL Cellars – 9380 Sonoma Hwy 12, Kenwood; 707 833-5070
Open daily 11-5
Open daily 10:30-5
Sable Ridge Winery – 6320 Jamison Rd; Santa Rosa; 707 542-3138
« ST. FRANCIS VINEYARDS – 100 Pythian Rd, Santa Rosa; 888-675-WINE
Gift Items, Art Exhibit, Picnic Area, Children & Pets OK; Call for Food Pairings, Winery Tours
St. Helena Road Winery – 6995 St. Helena Road; Santa Rosa; 707 538-8674
Open daily 10-5
Open daily 9-5
Open by appointment or Thurs-Mon 11-4:30
« SAUSAL WINERY – 7370 Hwy 128, Healdsburg; 707 433-2285
Gift items, Art Exhibit, Picnic Area, Children & Pets OK; Call ahead for Food Pairings
Sbragia Family – 9990 Dry Creek Road, Geyserville; 707 473-2992
Open daily 10-4
Thur-Mo 11-5
Open daily 10-5
« SEBASTIANI VINEYARDS – 389 Fourth St. East, Sonoma; 707 938-5532
Complimentary Tours & Tasting, Gift Items, Picnic Area & Supplies, Children Welcomed
Open daily 10-5
Sat/Sun 11-4:30
Seghesio Winery – 14730 Grove St, Healdsburg; 707 433-3579
Open daily 10–5
« SIMI WINERY – 16275 Healsburg Ave, Healdsburg; 707 433-6981
Gift Items, Art Exhibit, Picnic Area, Children OK; Call ahead for Tours at 11 & 2
Open daily 11-5:30
Mon-Sat 9-4
Open daily 10-5
Smothers/Remick Ridge – at the Wine Room in Kenwood, 9575 Sonoma Hwy; 707 833-6131 Open daily 11-5
Stonestreet – 7111 Highway 128; 707 473-3333; Healdsburg
Stryker Sonoma – 5110 Highway 128; Geyserville; 707 433-1944
« SUNCÉ WINERY – 1839 Olivet Rd, Santa Rosa; 707 526-9463
Gift Items, Art Exhibit, Picnic Area, Children Welcomed
Taft Street Winery – 2030 Barlow Lane, Sebastopol; 707 823-2049
Tin Barn – 21692 Eighth St E. #340, Sonoma; 707 938-5430
Open daily 10-5
Open daily 10:30-5
Open daily 10:30-5
Sat-Sun 11-4:30, Mon-Fri 11-4
Sat-Sun 11-4
Thumbprint Cellars – 36 North St, Healdsburg; 707 433-2393
Open daily 11-4
Toad Hollow – 409A Healdsburg Ave, Healdsburg; 707 431-8667
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Open daily 10-5
Trione Winery – 19550 Geyserville Ave, Geyserville; 707 814-8100
Thur-Sun 10-5
Twomey Cellars – 3000 Westside Rd, Healdsburg; 707 800-505-4850
Mon-Sat 9-4
« Ty Caton Vineyards – 8910 Sonoma Hwy, Kenwood; 707 833-0526
Gift Items, Art Exhibit, Picnic Area, Children OK; Call for: Educational Program, Food Pairings
Open daily 10-6
Valley of the Moon – 777 Madrone Rd, Glen Ellen; 707 996-6941
Open daily 10-4:30
« VJB VINEYARDS & CELLARS – 9077 Sonoma Hwy 12, Kenwood; 707-833-2300
Gift Items, Art Exhibit, Pets Welcomed
Viansa Winery – 25200 Arnold Dr, Sonoma; 707 935-4700
Open daily 10-5
Open daily 10-5
« WELLINGTON VINEYARDS – 11600 Dunbar Rd, Glen Ellen; 707 939-0708
Gift Items, Art Exhibit, Picnic Area, Children OK; Call for: Educational Programs, Food Pairings
Open daily 11-5
Westwood Winery – 11 E. Napa St, Suite 3, Sonoma; 707 935-3246
Open daily 11-5
White Oak Vineyards – 7505 Hwy 128, Healdsburg; 707 433-84291
Open daily 10-5
« WILSON – 1960 Dry Creek Road, Healdsburg; 707 433-4355
Gift Items, Picnic Area, Children OK; Call ahead for Food Pairings
Open daily 11-5
Zichichi Family – 8626 W. Dry Creek Rd, Healdsburg; 707 433-4410
Open daily 11-4:30
NORTH CENTRAL COAST
A Donkey and a Goat – 2323 B Fourth St, Berkeley; 510 926-9050
Dashe Cellars – 55 4th St, Oakland; 510 452-1800
Thu-Mon 12-6
Eno Wines – 805 Camelia, Berkeley; 415 515-7227
Harrington – 805 Camelia, Berkeley; 510 527-1305
J C Cellars – 55 4th St, Oakland; 510 465-5900
Lost Canyon – 2102 Dennison St Ste A, Oakland; 510 534-9314
Fri-Sun 12-6 or by appointment
Rosenblum Cellars – 2900 Main St, Alameda; 510 865-7007
Open daily 11-6
SANTA CLARA VALLEY
Byington Winery – 21850 Bear Creek Rd, Los Gatos; 408 354-1111
Open daily 11-5
Bargetto – 700-G Cannery Row, Monterey; 831 373-4053
Open daily 10:30-6
Open daily 9-6
Clos LaChance – 1 Hummingbird Ln, San Martin; 408 686-1050
Mon-Th 11-5, Fri-Sun 11-4
Conrotto Winery – 1690 Hecker Pass Hwy, Gilroy; 408 842-3053
Creekview – 12467 Creekview Ct, San Martin; 408 686-0534
Sebastopol Vineyards – Hwy 116 N. Green Valley Rd; Sebastopol; 707 829-9463
Silver Oak Cellars – 24625 Chianti Road, Geyserville; 707 857-3562
Open daily 11-7
Trentadue – 19170 Geyserville Ave, Geyserville; 707 433-3104
Casa De Fruta – 6680 Pacheco Pass Hwy, Hollister; 800 543-1702
« SCHUG CARNEROS ESTATE – 602 Bonneau Road, Sonoma; 800-966-9365
Gift Items, Art Exhibit, Picnic Area, Children Welcomed, Picnic Area
Selby Winery – 215 Center St, Healdsburg; 707 431-1288
« Topel – Tasting Room in Healdsburg, 125 Matheson St; 707 433-4116
Gift Items, Art Exhibit, Picnic Area, Children OK; Call for: Educational Program, Food Pairings
ALAMEDA COUNTY
« ROSSO & BIANCO - 300 Via Archimedes, Geyserville; 707 857-1462
Gift items, Food Items, Art Exhibit, Picnic Area, Children & Pets OK; Call ahead for Food Pairings
Sapphire Hill – 55 Front Street, Healdsburg; 707 431-1888
Sat-Sun 11-5
By appointment 11-5 or 3rd Weekend of the Month
Fellom Ranch Vnyds – 17075 Montebello Rd, Cupertino; 408 779-2145
Open daily 10-6
Fortino Winery – 4525 Hecker Pass Hwy, Gilroy; 408 842-3305
Open daily 10-5
Guglielmo Winery – 1480 E. Main St, Morgan Hill; 408 779-214
Open daily 10-5
Hecker Pass Winery – 4605 Hecker Pass Hwy, Gilroy; 408 842-8755
Open daily 9-5
J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines – 1000 Lenzen Ave, San Jose; 408 918-2160
Open daily 10-5
Kirigin Cellars – 11550 Watsonville Rd, Gilroy; 408 847-8827
Open daily 10-5
Léal Estate Vnyds – 300 Maranatha Dr, Hollister; 831 636-1023
Open daily 11-5
Martin Winery – 6675 Redwood Retreat Rd, Gilroy; 408 842-9197
11-4 3rd Saturday of each month
Morgan Hill Cellars – 1645 San Pedro Ave, Morgan Hill; 408 779-7389
Tue-Sun 10-5, Closed Monday
Rapazzini Winery – 4350 S. Monterey Hwy, Gilroy; 408 842-5649
Open daily 10-6
« SARAH’S VINEYARD – 4005 Hecker Pass Hwy, Gilroy; 408 842-4278
Gift Items, Art Exhibit, Picnic Area, Children & Pets OK; Call ahead for Winery Tours
Open daily 11-5
Satori Cellars – 2100 Buena Vista Ave, Gilroy; 408 84-5823
3rd Saturday of each month
Solis Winery – 3920 Hecker Pass Hwy, Gilroy; 408 847-6306
Open daily 11-5
Sunrise Winery – Montebello Rd, Cupertino; 408 741-1310
Fri-Sun 11-5
« SYCAMORE CREEK – 12775 Uvas Rd, Morgan Hill; 408 779-4738
Fri-Sun 12-5
Thomas Kruse Winery – 3200 Dryden Ave, Gilroy; 408 842-7016
Open daily 12-5
Troquato Vineyards – 24130 Big Basin Way, Saratoga; 408 866-6700
SANTA CRUZ MOUNTAINS
Ahlgren Vnyd – 20320 Hwy 9, Boulder Creek; 831 338-6071
Sat 12-4 or by appointment
Alexander Cellars – 427 A Swift St, Santa Cruz; 831 471-9090
Fri-Sun Noon-5
« SARAH’S VINEYARD – 4005 Hecker Pass Hwy, Gilroy; 408 842-4278
Open daily 11-5
Savannah-Chanelle– 23600 Congress Springs Rd, Saratoga; 408 741-2934
Open daily 11-5
« SILVER MOUNTAIN – Santa Cruz Mtns, call for information 408 353-2275
Tasting Room – 381 #Q Cannery Row, Monterey; 831 644-9609
Gift Items, Art Exhibit, Picnic Area, Children & Pets OK
Open daily 12-6
Soquel Vineyards – 8063 Glen Haven, Soquel; 831 462-9045
Sat 11-4
Alfaro Family Vnyd & Winery – 420 Hames Rd, Corralitos; 831 728-5172
Storrs Winery – 303 Potrero St. #35, Santa Cruz; 831 458-5030
Open daily 12-5
Aptos Creek – 520 Nisene Meadws Ct, Aptos; 831 684-1680
Testarossa Vineyards – 300-A College Ave, Los Gatos; 408 354-6150
Open daily 11-5
Armida Winery – 103 Stockton Ave, Capitola; 831-462-1065
Open daily 11-6
Thomas Fogarty Winery – 19501 Skyline Blvd, Woodside; 650 851-6777
Bargetto Winery – 3535 N. Main St, Soquel; 831 475-2258
Open daily 12-5
Vinocruz – 725 Front St, Santa Cruz; 831 427-0436
Beauregard – 55B Municipal Wharf, Santa Cruz; 831 458-WINE
Open daily 11-6
Wines of Vine Hill – 2300 Jarvis Rd, Santa Cruz; 831 427-0436
Bonny Doon Vnyd – 10 Pine Flat Rd, Santa Cruz; 831 425-4518
Open daily 11-5
White Crane Winery – 110 Capitola Ave, Capitola; 831 477-9911
« BURRELL SCHOOL – 24060 Summit Rd, Los Gatos; 408 353-6290
Open daily 11-6
Windy Oaks – 550 Hazel Dell Rd; Corralitos; 831 786-9463
Byington Winery – 21850 Bear Creek Rd, Los Gatos; 408 354-1111
Open daily 11-5
Cava Wine Bar – 115 San Jose Ave, Capitola; 831 476-2282
Open daily ’til Midnight Closed Mondays
Cinnabar – 23000 Congress Springs Rd, Saratoga; 408 741-5858
« COOPER-GARROD – 22645 Garrod Rd, Saratoga; 408 867-7116
Gift Items, Art Exhibit, Picnic Area, Children OK; Call ahead for: Food Pairings, Tours
Special Events & by appointment
Mon-Fri 12-5 Sat-Sun 11-5
David Bruce Winery – 21439 Bear Creek Rd, Los Gatos; 408 354-4214
Open daily 12-5
Davenport Roadhouse – 1 Davenport Ave, Daven Port; 831 426-8801
Domenico – 1697 Industrial Rd, San Carlos; 650 593-2335
Tue-Sun 9-8
Open daily 12-5 Closed Tues
Equinox – 427-C Swift St, Santa Cruz; 831 338-2646; 831 423-3000
Fri-Sun 12-5
Fellom Ranch Vnyds – 17075 Montebello Rd, Cupertino; 408 741-0206
Fernwood Cellars – 7137 Redwood Retreat, Gilroy; 408 848-0611
« FLEMING JENKINS VNYDS & WINERY – 45 W. Main St, Los Gatos; 408 358-4949
Hallcrest Vineyards – 379 Felton Empire Rd, Felton; 831 335-4441
« HUNTER HILL – 7099 Glen Haven Rd, Soquel; 831 465-9294
« LOMA PRIETA – 26985 Loma Prieta Way, Los Gatos; 408 353-2950
Martin Ranch – 6675 Redwood Retreat, Gilroy; 408 842-9197
Michael Martella – 17287 Box 103 Skyline Blvd, Woodside; 650 851-6777
Tu-Su 12-6
Open daily 12-5
Sat-Sun 11-4 or by appt
3rd Sat of each month 11am-4pm
Mountain Winery – 14831 Pierce Rd, Saratoga; 408 741-2822
Special events & by appointment
Natal Vnyds – 1310 Green Valley Rd, Watsonville; 831 750-0271
Naumann Vnyds – 16505 Montebello Rd, Cupertino; 408 867-7871
Nicholson – 2800 Pleasant Valley Rd, Aptos; 831 724-7071
Obester – 12341 San Mateo Rd, Half Moon Bay; 650 726-9463
Organic Wine Works – 379 Felton Empire Rd, Felton; 800-OWW-WINE
Fri-Sun 10-5 Mon-Th 12-5
Open daily 12-5
Oscalis – 5579 Old San Jose Rd, Soquel; 831 477-1718
P&M Staiger – 1300 Hopkins Gulch Rd, Boulder Creek; 831 338-4346
Pelican Ranch – 402 Ingalls St, Santa Cruz; 831 426-6911
Picchetti Winery – 13100 Montebello Rd, Cupertino; 408 741-1310
Pinder – 165 Cristich Lane, Campbell; 877-684-2601
Picchetti Winery – 13100 Montebello Rd, Cupertino; 408 741-1310
Pleasant Valley – 600 Pleasant Valley Rd, Aptos; 831 728-2826
« POETIC CELLARS – 5000 Rodeo Gulch Rd, Scotts Valley; 831 462-3478
Ridge Vnyds – 17100 Montebello Rd, Cupertino; 408 867-3233
River Run – 65 Rogge Lane, Watsonville; 831 726-3112
Roudon -Smith – 2364 Bean Creek Rd, Scotts Valley; 831 438-1244
Salamandre – 108 Don Carlos Dr, Aptos; 831 685-0321
Santa Cruz Mtn Vnyd – Near Boulder Creek, Felton; 831 335-4242
Fri-Sun 12-5
Open daily 11-5
Open daily 11-5
Sat-Sun 11-4 or by appointment
Thu-Sun 11-5
Mon-Thu 11-7, Fri-Sat 11-5, Sun 12-6
Open daily 11:30-6
Woodside Vineyards – 340 Kings Mountain Rd; Woodside; 650 851-3144
Zayante Vineyards – 420 Old Mount Rd; Felton; 831 335-7992
CARMEL VALLEY
Bernardus – 5 W. Carmel Rd, Carmel Valley; 800 223-2533
Open daily 11-5
« BOEKENOOGEN – 24 West Carmel Rd, Carmel; 831 659-4215
Gift Items, Art Exhibit, Children & Pets OK
Open daily 11-5
Bountiful Basket – 3969 The Barnyard, Ste A13; Carmel Valley; 831 625-4457
Mon-Sat 10-6 Su 12-5
Chateau Julien – 8940 Carmel Valley Rd, Carmel; 831 624-2600
Mon-Fri 8-5 Sat-Sun 11-5
Chateau Sinnet – 13746 Center Street, Carmel Valley; 831 659-2244
12-5 Sun-Thur Fri & Sat 12-6
Cima Collina – San Carlos, btwn Ocean & 7th, Carmel; 831 620-0645
Thur-Mon 11- 6
Heller Estate – 69 W. Carmel Valley Rd, Carmel Valley; 800-625-8466
Mon-Thur 11-5:30 Fri-Sun 11-6
Galante Vineyards – btwn Ocean & 7th, Dolores; Carmel; 800-GALANTE
Georis Winery – 4 Pilot Road, Carmel Valley; 831 659-1050
Open daily 11-5
Joullian Vnyds – 2 Village Dr, Carmel Valley; 866-659-8101
Open daily 11-5
Joyce Vnyds/Chateau Christina – 12 Del Fino Pl, Carmel Valley; 831 659-2885
Fri-Sun 11-5
Talbott – 53 West Carmel Valley Rd, Carmel Valley; 831 659-3500
Open daily 11-5
Taste Morgan – 204 Crossroads Blvd, Carmel; 831 626-3700
Open daily 11-6
Valley Hills/Boete & Parsonage – 7156A Carmel Valley Rd, Carmel Valley; 831 625-5040
Open daily 11
MONTEREY WINERIES
A Taste of Monterey Wine Visitors Cntr – 700 Cannery Row, Suite G, Monterey; 831 646-5446
Baywood Cellars – 381 Cannery Row Suite C, 831 645-9035; Monterey
« SCHEID VNYDS WINE LOUNGE 751 Cannery Row, Monterey; 831 624-2600
Gift Items, Art Exhibit, Children & Pets OK
Open daily 10-6
Open daily 11-7
Sun-Thu 11-8, Fri-Sat 11-7
Silver Mountain – 381 Cannery Row Suite Q, Monterey; 831 644-9609
Open daily 11-7
Terra Nova – 315 Calle Principal, Monterey; 831 649-4124
Open daily 11-5
« VENTANA VINEYARDS – 2999 Monterey-Salinas Hwy, Monterey; 831 372-7415
Wine from the Heart – 241 Alvarado St, Monterey; 831 641-9463
Open daily 11-5
Open daily 10-6
SALINAS VALLEY
A Taste of Monterey – 127 Main Street, Salinas; 831 751-1980
Mon-Sun 11-5
« BLACKSTONE WINERY – 800 South Alta St, Gonzales; 831 675-5341
Gift Items, Children & Pets OK, Self-Guided Tour
Open daily 11-4
« BOEKENOOGEN – Santa Lucia Highlands, Salinas; 831 675-3549
Chalone Vnyds – Stonewall Canyon Rd (Hwy 146), Soledad; 831 678-1717
Sat 11-4:30 or by appointment
« HAHN ESTATES/SMITH & HOOK – 37700 Foothill Blvd, Soledad; 831 678-4555
Gift Items, Art Exhibit, Picnic Area, Children & Pets OK; Call for Winery Tours
Special Events & by appointment
Joyce Vnyds/Chateau Christina – 1354 G. Dayton St, Salinas; 831 659-0312
Open daily 12-6
Marilyn Remark – 645 River Road, Salinas; 831 455-9310
Sat-Sun 11:30-4 By Appt
Mon-Fri 11-4
Sat-Sun 11-5
Sat-Sun, Holidays 11-5
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Manzoni Estate – 30981 River Road, Soledad; 831 675-3398
Sat-Sun 11-5
Paraiso – 38060 Paraiso Springs Rd, Soledad; 831 678-0300
Sat-Sun 11-5 M-F 11-4
« PESSAGNO WINERY – 1645 River Road, Salinas; 831 675-9463
Gift Items, Art Exhibit, Picnic Area, Children & Pets OK; Call ahead for: Vineyard Tours, Food Pairings
Fri-Sun 11-5
San Saba Vineyards – 35801 Foothill Rd, Soledad; 831 678-2992
Tue-Sun 11-5
« SCHEID VINEYARDS – 1972 Hobson Rd, Greenfield; 831 386-0316
Open daily 11-5
« VENTANA – 38740 Los Coches Rd, Soledad; 831 678-2900
Gift Items, Art Exhibit, Picnic Area, Children & Pets OK
Weekends & Most Holidays 11-5
HOLLISTER
DeRose Vineyards – 9970 Cienega Valley Rd, Hollister; 831 636-9143
Sat-Sun 11-4 or or by appt
Léal Estate – 300 Maranatha Dr, Hollister; 831 636-1023
Weekends 11-5, Weekdays by appt
Pietra Santa – 10034 Cienega Road, Hollister; 831 636-1991
LAKE/MENDOCINO COUNTIES
Rosa D’Oro Vineyards – 3915 Main Street, Kelseyville; 707 279-0483
Brassfield Estate – 10915 High Valley Rd, Clearlake Oaks; 707 998-1895
Breggo Cellars – 11001 Highway 128, Boonville; 707 895-9589
Brutocao Cellars – 7000 Hwy 128, Philo; 707 895-2152
Brutocao Cellars – H13500 Hwy 101, Hopland; 707 744-1664
Open daily 10-5
Mon-Fri 10-5
Open daily 11-5
Summer 10-6, Winter 10-5
Open daily 10-6
Burford & Brown – 13265 S. Hwy 101, Ste 5, Hopland; 707-744-8781
Open daily 11-4
Ceago Vinegarden – 5115 E. Hwy 20, Nice; 707 274-1462
Open daily 10-5
Christine Woods – 3155 Hwy 128, Philo; 707 895-2115
Open daily 11-6
Fetzer Vineyards – Hwy 175, Hopland; 707 744-1250
Open daily 9-5
Fife Est Winery – 3620 Rd B, Redwood Valley; 707 485-0323
Open daily 10-5
Foursight Wines – 14475 Highway 128, Boonville; 707 898-2889
Gabrielli Winery – 10950 West Road, Redwood Valley; 707 485-1221
Open daily 10-5
Goldeneye Anderson Vly – 9200 Hwy 128, Philo; 707 895-3202
Open daily 11-4
Graziano Family of Wines – 13251 S.Hwy 101; Suite 3, Hopland; 707-744-8466
Open daily 10-5
Greenwood Ridge Vnyd – 5501 Hwy 128; Philo, 707 895-2002
Guenoc/Langtry Estate – 21000 Butts Canyon Rd, Middletown; 707 987-9127
Open daily 11-5
Handley Cellars – 3151 Hwy 128, Philo; 707 895-2190
Open daily 11-6
Hidden Cellars – 501 Parducci Rd, Ukiah; 707 463-5357
Open daily 10-5
Horne – 2200 Hwy 29, Middletown; 707 987-3743; 987-3503
Open daily 11-6
Husch Vineyards – 4400 Hwy 128, Philo; 707 895-3216
Open daily 10-5
Jepson Vineyards, Ltd. – 10400 S. Hwy 101, Ukiah; 707 468-8936
Open daily 10-5
Jeriko Estate – 12141 Hewlitt Sturtevant Rd, Hopland; 707 744-1140
Open daily 10-5
Le Vin Winery Bar – 45055 Albion St, Mendocino; 707-937-4960
Manoir Girard Cellars – 1 Old Winery Way; Potter Valley; 707 743-1010
« ROEDERER ESTATE – 4501 Hwy 128, Philo; 707 895-2288
Children OK; Call ahead for Winery Tours
Open daily 11-5
« SCHARFFENBERGER CELLARS – 8501 Hwy 128, Philo; 707 895-2957
Open daily 11-5
Shannon Ridge – 12599 E. Hwy 20, Clear Lake Oaks; 707 998-9656
Standish Wine Co. – 5101 Hwy 128, Philo707 895-9213
Wed-Mon 10-6
Steele Wines – 4350 Thomas Dr; Kelseyville; 707 279-9475
Mon-Fri 11-5, Sat 8-5
Toulouse Vineyards – 8001 Hwy 128, 707 895-2828; Philo
Open daily 11-5
Tulip Hill Winery – 4900 Bartlett Springs Rd, Kelseyville; 707 274-9373
Open daily 10-6
Wildhurst Vineyards – 3855 Main St, Kelseyville; 800 595-WINE
Open daily 10-5
Yorkville Cellars – 25701 Hwy 128, Yorkville; 707 894-9177
Open daily 10-5
« ZINA HYDE CUNNINGHAM – 14077 Hwy 128, Boonville; 707-895-9462
Picnic Area, Children & Pets OK
Open daily 11-5
Sat-Sun 11-5, Mon-Fri 10-5
Capay Valley Vineyards – 1 Ranch Rd, Brooks; 530 796-4110
Carvalho Family Wines – 35265 Willow Ave, Clarksburg; 916 744-1625
Fri-Sun 11-5
Heringer Estates – 35265 Willow Ave, Clarksburg; 916 744-1094
Thu-Sun 11-5
Old Sugar Mill – 35265 Willow Ave, Clarksburg; 916 744-165
Wed-Sun 11-5
R.H. Phillips – 26836 Country Rd, Esparto; 530 662-3215
Wed-Sun 11-5
Satiety Vineyards – 40101 County Rd 25A, Woodland; 530 661-0680
Fr-Su 11-5
Todd Taylor Wines – 35265 Willow Ave, Clarksburg; 916 744-1120
Fri-Sun 11-5
LIVERMORE VALLEY
Battaion Cellars – 21 S. Livermore Ave, #109, Livermore; 925 245-9242
Fri-Sun 12-4
Big White House – 6800 Greenville Rd, Livermore; 925 449-1976
Sat-Sun 12-4:30
Bodegas Aguirre – 8580 Tesla Rd, Livermore; 925 606-0554
Sat-Sun 12-4
Cedar Mountain – 7000 Tesla Rd, Livermore; 925 373-6636
Gift Items, Art Exhibit, Picnic Area, Children & Pets OK; Call ahead for: Wine Tours, Vineyard Tours
Mon-Fri 11-3, Sat-Sun 12-4
Charles R Vnyds – 8195 Crane Ridge Rd, Livermore; 925 454-3040
Fri-Sun Noon-4:30
Chouinard Vnyds – 33853 Palomares Rd, Castro Vly; 510 582-9900
Sat-Sun 12-5 (and most holidays)
Concannon – 4590 Tesla Rd, Livermore; 925 456-2505
Crooked Vine – 4948 Tesla Rd, Livermore; 925 371-8156
Deer Ridge Vineyards – 1828 Wetmore Rd, Livermore; 866 561-0838
Open daily 11-4:30
Thu-Sun 11-4:30
Thu-Sun 11-5
Eagle Ridge Vineyard – 10017 Tesla Rd, Livermore; 925 447-4328
Sat-Sun 12-4:30
Tue-Sun 12-4:30
Elliston Vineyards – 463 Kilkare, Sunol; 925 862-2377
McNab Ridge Winery – 13441 S. Hwy 101; Hopland; 707 744-1986
Open daily 10-5
Mendocino Wine Co. – 45070 Main St, Mendocino; 707 937-6190
Open daily 11-5
Fri 4-7, Sat-Sun 12-5
Bent Creek Winery – 5455 Greenville Rd, Livermore; 925 455-6320
el Sol – 8626 Lupine Way, Livermore; 925 606-1827
Navarro Vineyards – 5601 Hwy 128, Philo; 707 895-3686
Solomon Wine Co. – 35265 Willow Ave, Clarksburg; 916 744 1131
Open daily 10-5
Mon-Sat 10-5
Wed-Sun 11-5
French Hill Winery – 35265 Willow Ave, Clarksburg; 916 744-1710
Open daily 10-5
Open daily10-5
First Sat 12-6, Fri-Sat 4-8
Bogle Vineyards – 37783 County Rd, Clarksburg; 916 744-1139
McDowell Wine – 13380 S. Hwy 101; 707 744-8911; Hopland
Milano Family Winery – 14594 S. Hwy 101, Hopland; 800-564-2582
Open Daily 10-5
Berryessa Gap – 1 Ranch Road, Winters; 530 795-3201
Maple Creek Winery – 20799 Hwy 128; Yorkville; 707 895-3001
Meyer Family Cellars – 19750 Hwy 128, Yorkville; 707 895-2341
Fri-Mon 12-5
YOLO COUNTY
Sun-Tues 11-5, Wed-Sat 10:30-6:30
Barra of Mendocino – 7051 N. State Street, Redwood Valley; 707 485-0322
Le Vin Winery – 33151 Hwy. 128, Yorkville; 707-894-2304
Fenestra Winery – 83 Vallecitos Rd (Hwy 84), Livermore; 925 447-5246
« GARRÉ VINEYARD & WINERY – 7986 Tesla Rd, Livermore; 925 371-8200
Gift Items, Art Exhibit, Picnic Area, Restaurant, Children & Pets OK; Call ahead for Food Pairings
Hidden Creek – 21 So. Livermore Ave, Ste 101, Livermore (at Blacksmith Square); 925-989-1163
John Christopher – 25 So. Livermore Ave, Ste 103, Livermore; 925-456-WINE
Sat-Sun 12-5
Sat-Sun 12-5
Sat-Sun 11-5
Sat-Sun, 1-6 Fri 4-7
Fri-Sun 1-6
Pacific Star – 33000 North Highway 1, Fort Bragg; 707 964-1155
Open daily 11-5
La Rochelle – 5443 Tesla Rd, Livermore; 925 243-6442
Open daily 12-4:30
Parducci Wine Cellars – 501 Parducci Rd, Ukiah; 707 463-5357
Open daily 10-5
Les Chenes – 5562 Victoria Lane, Livermore; 925 373-1662
Weekends 12-4:30
Phillips Hill Estates – 8627 Hwy 128, Philo; 707 895-2209
Open daily 11-5
Little Valley Winery– 5700 Greenville Rd, Livermore; 925 862-9006
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Fri-Sun 12-5
Livermore Valley Cellars – 1508 Westmore Rd, Livermore; 925 447-1751
Sat-Sun 12-5
Peirano Estate – 21831 N. Highway 99, Acampo; 209 369-9463
Longevity Wines – 35 Rickenbacker Circle South, Livermore; 888 325-WINE
Sat-Sun 12-5
Ripken Vineyards – 2472 W. Sargent Rd, Lodi; 209 367-WINE
McGrail Vineyards – 5600 Greenville Rd, Livermore; 925 373-6214
Fri-Sun 12-4:30 & by appointment
Mitchell Katz Winery – 1188 Vineyard Ave; Pleasanton; 925 931-0744
Thu-Sun 12-5
Murietta’s Well – 3005 Mines Rd; Livermore; 925 456-2390
Wed-Sun 11-4:30
Red Skye – 21 So. Livermore Ave, Ste 101, Livermore (at Blacksmith Square) 925-989-1163
Fri 3-6, Sat 1-6 Sun 1-5
Wed-Sun 11-5
Sat-Sun 11-4
Spenker Winery – 17303 De Vries Rd, Lodi; 209 367-0467
Sat & Sun 12-4:30 or by appt only
St. Amant Winery – 1 Winemaster Way, Lodi; 209 367-0646
Open daily 1-4
Stama – 12470 Locke Rd, Lockeford; 408 464-6923
Sat-Sun 11-5
VanRuiten – 340 W. Highway 12, Lodi; 209 334-5722
Open daily 11-5
Retzlaff Vineyards – 1356 S. Livermore Ave, Livermore; 925 447-8941
Tue-Fri 12-2, Sat-Sun 12-4:30
Vino Con Brio – 7889 E. Harney Ln, Lodi; 888-410-VINO
Open daily 12-5
Rios Lovell Estate Winery – 6500 Tesla Rd, Livermore; 925 443-0434
Wed-Fri 11-3, Sat-Sun 11-5
Vino Piazza – 12470 Locke Rd, Lockeford; 800-939-2566
Open daily 12-5
Rodrigue Molyneaux – 3053 Marina Ave, Livermore; 925 447-4280
Sat-Sun 12:30-5
Ruby Hill Winery – 400 Vineyard Ave, Pleasanton; 925 931-WINE
Wed-Sun 11:30-5:30
Steven Kent – 5443 Tesla Rd, Livermore; 925 243-6440
Open daily 12-4:30
Stony Ridge Winery – 4948 Tesla Rd, Livermore; 925 449-0458
Thu-Sun 11-4:30
Tamas Estate – 5565 Tesla Rd, Livermore; 925 456-2380
Tenuta Vineyards – 633 Kalthoff Common, Livermore; 925 960-1006
Open daily 12-4:30
vMv Vineyards – 16475 N. Locust Tree Rd, Lodi; 209 365-1900
Watts – 12470 Locke Rd, Lockeford; 209 794-2871
Sat-Sun 12-5
Woodbridge Uncorked– 18911 N. Lower Sacramento Rd, 209 365-7575
Wed-Sun, Call for hours
Woodbridge – 5950 Woodbridge Road, Acampo; 209 365-2839
Gift Items, Art Exhibit, Picnic Area, Call ahead for Tours at 9:30, 1:30 or by Appt
Tesla Vintners – 5143 Tesla Rd, Livermore; 925 606-WINE
Tue-Sun 11-5
SIERRA FOOTHILLS
Thomas Coyne Winery – 51 E. Vallecitos Rd (Hwy 84), Livermore; 925 373-6541
Sat-Sun 12-5
AMADOR COUNTY
Wente Vineyards Visitors Center – 5050 Arroyo Rd, Livermore; 925 456-2405
Open daily 11-4:30
Amador Cellars – 6150 Shenandoah Rd, Amador City; 209 245-6150
Wente Vineyards Estate Winery – 5565 Tesla Rd, Livermore; 925 456-2300
Open daily 11-4:30
Amador County Wine Cellar– 14207 Hwy 49, Amador City; 209 267-0104
Westover Vineyards – 34329 Palomares Rd, Castro Valley; 925 537-3932
Sat-Sun 12-5
White Crane Winery – 5405 Greenville Rd, Livermore; 925 455-8085
Sat-Sun 12-4:30
Amador Foothill Winery – 12500 Steiner Road, Plymouth, 209 245-6307
Open daily 11-6
C.G. Di Arie – 19919 Shenandoah School Rd, Plymouth; 209 245-4700
Berghold – 17343 N. Cherry Rd, Lodi; 209 333-9291
Thu-Sun 10-5
Charles Spinetta Winery – 12557 Steiner Rd, Plymouth; 209 245-3384
Boitano Family – 12470 Locke Rd, Lockeford; 209 727-3270
Sat-Sun 12-5
Clos Du Lac Cellars – Hwy 88/Jackson Vlly Rd, Ione; 209 274-2238
Open daily 12-5
Convergence Vnyds – 14650 Hwy 124, Plymouth; 209 245-3600
Borra Wines – 1301 E. Armstrong Rd, Lodi; 209 368-2446
Campus Oaks/Gnekow Family Winery– 17347 E. Gawne Rd, Collegeville; 209 463-0697
Chocoholics Divine Desserts 18819 E. Hwy 88, Clements; 209 759-3320
Crystal Valley Cellars – 16750 E. Hwy 88, Lodi; 209 759-3888
Delicato Vineyards – 12001 S. Highway 99, Manteca; 209 824-3600
Grand Amis – 115 North School St, Lodi; 209 369-6805
Open daily 11-5
Sat-Sun 11-5
Open daily 11-5
Mo-Sa 9:30-7:30, Sun 10-7:30
Open daily 10-5
Open daily 9-5:30
Fri-Sun 1-5
Harney Lan Winery – 9010 E. Harney Lane, Lodi; 209 365-1900
Sat-Sun 12-5
Harmony Wynelands – 9291 E. Harney Ln, Lodi; 209 369-4184
Mon-Sun 11-5:30, Sun 12:30-5
Jessie’s Grove Winery – 1973 W. Turner Road, Lodi, 209 368-0880
Jewel Collection – 3750 E. Woodbridge Rd; 209 340-8521
Leonardo Family – 12470 Locke Rd; Lockeford; 209 369-9616
Lodi Wine & Visitor Center – 21831 N, Lodi. Highway 99; Lodi; 209 369-9463
Thu-Sun 11-5
Open daily 11-6
Sat-Sun 12-6
Open daily 10-5
Cooper Vineyards – 21365 Shenandoah School Rd, Plymouth; 209 245-6181
Fri-Sun 10-5
Open daily 10:30-5
Fri-Sun 11-4:30
Open daily 10-5
Domaine de la Terra Rouge/Easton Wines– 10801 Dickson Rd, Plymouth; 209 245-3117
Fri-Mon 11-4
Drytown Cellars – 16030 Hwy 49, Drytown; 866-379-8696
Fri-Sun 11-5
Il Gioiello – 22355 Lawrence Rd, Fiddletown; 209 245-3395
Karly – 11076 Bell Rd, Plymouth; 209 245-3922
Karmére – 11975 Shenandoah Rd, Plymouth; 209 245-5000
Nine Gables – 10778 Shenandoah Rd, Plymouth; 209 245-3949
Nua Dair Vineyards – 13825 Willow Creek Rd, Ione; 209 245-5567
Renwood – 12225 Steiner Rd, Plymouth; 209 245-6979
Serenidad – 21339 Dickson Way, Plymouth; 209 245-5304 x19
Fri-Sun 12-5
Shenandoah Vineyards – 12300 Steiner Rd, Plymouth; 209 245-4455
Sobon Estate – 14430 Shenandoah Rd, Plymouth; 209 245-6554
McConnell Estates – 10686 W. Stockton Blvd, Elk Grove; 916 685-5368
Fri-Sun 11-5
Stonehouse Winery – 10861 Shenandoah Rd, Plymouth; 209 245-6888
Open daily 10-5
Wed-Sun 10-4
Dobra Zemlja Winery – 12505 Steiner Rd, Plymouth; 209 245-3283
Fri-Sun 11-4
Michael-David Vineyards – 4580 W. Highway 12, Lodi; 209 368-7384
Tues-Sun 9-4:30
Dillian Wines – 12138 Steiner Rd, Plymouth; 209 245-3444
M2 Winery – 1376 East Turner Rd, D, Lodi; 888-757-WINE
Thu-Mon 11-5
Fri-Mon 10-5
Thurs-Mon 10-4:30
Deaver Vineyards – 12455 Steiner Rd, Plymouth; 209 245-4099
The Lucas Winery – 18196 N. Davis Rd, Lodi; 209 368-2006
Macchia – 7099 E. Peltier Road, Acampo; 209 333-2600
Fri-Sun 12-5
Open daily 10-5
Bray Vineyards – 10590 Shenandoah Rd, Plymouth; 209 245-6023
Abundance Vineyards –1150 W. turner Rd, Lodi; 209 334-0274
Century Oak – 22211 Lower Sacramento, Acampo; 209 334-3482
Fri-Sun 12-5
Avio – 14520 Ridge Rd, Sutter Creek; 209 267-1515
Bella Piazza – 19900 Shenandoah School Rd, Plymouth; 209 245-4600
LODI/WOODBRIDGE
Cantiga Wineworks – 12470 Locke Rd, Lockeford; 209 727-3782
Fri-Sun 11-5
3rd Sat of the Month 11-5:30
Open daily 12-4
Thu-Mon 11-5 or by appointment
Open daily 11-5
Sat-Sun 10:30-5:30
Sat-Sun, Holidays 11-5 or by appointment
Open daily 10-5
Open daily 9:30-5
Fri-Sun 10-5
Stoneridge Winery – 13862 Ridge Rd, Sutter Creek; 209 223-1761
Story Winery – 10525 Bell Rd, Plymouth; 209 245-6208
Miramont Estate – 24837 E. Milton Rd, Linden; 209 887-3860
Mokelumne Oaks – 12470 Locke Rd, Lockeford; 209 339-3754
Sutter Ridge – 14110 Ridge Rd, Sutter Creek; 209 267-1316
Fri-Sun 11-4:30
Oak Ridge Winery – 6100 E. Highway 12, Lodi; 209 369-4758
Open daily 10-5
Tanis Vineyards – 13120 Willow Creek Rd, Ione; 209 274-4807
Sat-Sun 10-5:30
Open daily 11-5
TKC Vineyards – 11001 Valley Dr, Plymouth; 209 245-6428
Olde Lockeford – 12470 Locke Rd; Lockeford; 209 727-9770
Omega Cellars– 13731 N. Highway 88, Lodi; 209 367-1910
Pasos Vineyards – 12470 Locke Rd, Lockeford; 209 727-3153
Open by appointment Mon-Sun 12-5
Sat-Sun 11-5
Sutter Creek Wine Tasting – 85 Main St, Sutter Creek; 209 267-5838
Terra D’Oro – 20680 Shenandoah Schl Rd, Plymouth; 209 245-6942
Gift Items, Picnic Area, Children & Pets OK; Call ahead for Winery Tours
Open daily 11-6
Sat 11-5, Sun 1-4 or by appointment
Open daily 10-4:30
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Toscano Winery & Bistro – 10600 Shenandoah Rd, Plymouth; 209 245-3800
Open daily 10-5
Young’s Vineyard – 10120 Shenandoah Rd, Plymouth; 209 245-3005
Open daily 10:30-5
Vino Noceto – 11011 Shenandoah Rd, Plymouth; 209 245-6556
Wilderotter Vineyard – 19890 Shenandoah School Rd, Plymouth; 209 245-6016
Fri-Sun 10:30-5
Goldhill Vineyard – 5660 Vineyard Lane, Placerville; 530 626-6522
Thur-Sun 10-5 or by appointment
Jodar Vineyards – 3405 Carson Court, Camino; 530 644-3474
Open daily 11-5
Latcham Vineyards – 2860 Omo Ranch Rd, Mt. Aukum; 530 620-6642
Open daily 11-5
Lava Cap – 2221 Fruitridge, Placerville; 530 621-0175
Open daily 11-5
Holly’s Hill Winery – 3680 Leisure Lane, Placerville; 530 344-0227
Open daily 10-5
Beaux Tasting Gallery – 466 B Main St, Murphys; 209 728-1000
Madrona Vineyards – High Hill Road, Camino; 530 644-5948
Open daily 11-5
Black Sheep Winery – 634 French Gulch, Murphys; 209 728-2157
Mining Camp Winery – 4801 Rock Barn Rd, Shingle Springs; 530 677-6510
CALAVERAS COUNTY
Bodega de Sur Winery– 457C Algiers St, Murphys; 209 728-9030
Sun-Thu 11-5, Fr-Sa 11-6 (summer only)
Brice Station – 3353 E. Hwy 4, Murphys; 209 728-9893
Broll Mountain – 106 Main St, Murphys; 209 728-9750
Sat-Sun 12-5
Chatom Vineyards – 1969 Highway 4, Douglas Flat; 209 736-6500
Domaine Becquet – 2173 Highway 12 East, Valley Springs; 209 772-1303
Domaine Becquet – 415 Main St, Murphys; 209 728-8487
Thur-Sun 10-5
Miraflores Winery – 2120 Four Springs Trail, Placerville; 530 647-8505
Open daily 10-5
Mount Aukum Winery – 6781 Tower Rd, Mt. Aukum; 530 620-1675
Wed-Sun 11-5
Narrow Gate Vyds – 4282 Pleasant Valley Rd, Placerville; 530 644-6201
Fri-Sat 10-5, Sun 12-5
Open daily 11-5
Oakstone Winery – 6440 Slug Gulch Rd, Fair Play; 530 620-5303
Wed-Sun 11-5 or by appointment
Wed-Sun 11-5
Perry Creek Vnyds – 7400 Perry Creek Rd, Fair Play; 530 620-5175
Wed-Sun 11-6
Primus Vineyards – 2875 Larsen Dr, Camino; 530 647-9463
Open daily 11-5
Sierra Oaks Estates – 6713 Mt. Aukum Rd, Fair Play; 530 620-7079
Open daily 11-5
Open daily 11-5
Frog’s Tooth Vineyards – 380 Main St. Ste 5, Murphys; 209 728-2700
Thur-Mon 11-5 or by appointment
French Hill Winery – 8032 So. Main St, Mokelumne Hill; 209 286-1800
Tue-Sun 11-5
Sierra Vista Winery – 4560 Cabernet Way, Placerville; 530 622-7221
Open daily 10-5
Hatcher Winery – 419 Main St, Murphys; 209 605-7111
Fri-Sun 11-5
Single Leaf Vineyards – 7480 Fair Play Rd, Fair Play; 530 620-3545
Wed-Sun 11-5
Sogno Winery – 3046 Ponderosa Rd, Shingle Springs; 530 672-6968
Wed-Sun 11-5
Stone’s Throw – 3541 North Canyon Rd, Camino; 530 622-5100
Thur-Sun 11-5
Thompson’s Mining Camp Winery– 4801 Rock Barn Rd, Shingle Springs; 530 677-6510
Thur-Sun 10-5
Indian Rock – 1154 Pennsylvania Gulch Rd, Murphys; 209 728-8514
Fri-Sun 12-5:30
Irish Vineyards – 2849 Hwy 4, Vallecito; 209 736-1299
Sat-Sun 10-5
Ironstone Vineyards – 1894 Six Mile Road, Murphys; 209 728-1251
Open daily 10-5
Laraine/Gerber – 3675 Six Mile Rd, Vallecito; 209 736-4766
Fri-Sun 11-5
Toogood Estate Wine Caves– 7280 Fair Play Rd, Fair Play; 530 620-1910
Lavender Ridge – 431 B Main St, Murphys; 209 728-2441
Fri-Sun 11-5
Van Der Vijver Estate – 7451 Fair Play Rd, Fair Play; 530 620-9424
Wed-Sun 11-5
Venezio Vineyard – 5821 Hwy 49, Coloma; 530 885-9463
Wed-Sun 11-5
Milliaire Winery – 276 Main Street, Murphys; 209 728-1658
Open daily 11-5
Newsome-Harlow – 403 Main St, Murphys; 209 728-9817
Fri-Sun 11-6
Solomon Wine Co. – 397 Main St, Murphys; 209 728-8290
Open daily 12-5
Stevenot Winery – 2690 San Domingo Rd, Murphys; 209 728-3436
Open daily 11-5
Stevenot Winery – Main & Sheep Ranch Rd, Murphys; 209 728-0148
Wed-Mon 11-6
Twisted Oak – 4280 Red Hill Rd, Vallecito; 209 736-9080
Twisted Oak – 350 Main Street, Murphys; 209 736-9080
Thu-Sun 10:30-5:30
Vina Moda – 634 French Gulch Road, Murphys; 209 728-9911
Fri-Sun 12-5
Zucca Mountain – 425E Main St, Murphys; 209 736-2949
Open daily 12-5
Auriga Wine Cellars – 3500 Carson Rd, Camino; 530 647-8078
Fri-Sun 11-5
Open daily 10-5, Summer: Fridays ’til 8
Busby Cellars – 6375 Grizzly Flat Rd, Somerset; 530 344-9119
Cantiga Wineworks & Deli – 5951 Mt. Aukum Rd, Somerset; 530 621-3352
Cedarville Vnyd – 6320 Marestail Rd, Fair Play; 530 620-9463
Charles B. Mitchell – 8221 Stoney Creek Rd, Fair Play; 530 620-3467
Chateau Rodin – 4771 Green Hill Rd, Placerville; 530 622-6839
Chateau Routon – 2800 Omo Ranch Rd, Fair Play; 530 620-5818
Chevalier Winery – 5720 French Creek Rd, Shingle Springs; 530 677-1676
Tasting Room – 2530 Pleasant Valley Rd, Placerville; 888 802-9321
Colibri Ridge – 6100 Gray Rock Rd, Fair Play; 530 620-7255
Fri-Sun 11-5:30
Fri-Sun 11-5
Open daily 11-5
Wed-Sun 11-4
Sat 12-5
Monday Holidays & Sat-Sun 12-5
Fri-Sun 11-5
Crystal Basin Winery – 3550 Carson Rd, Camino; 530 647-1767
Open daily 11-5
Coulson Winery – 3600 Carson Rd; Camino; 877 253-9672
Open daily 11-5
David Girard Vineyards – 741 Cold Springs Rd, Placerville; 530 295-1833
Open daily 11-5
dkcellars – 7380 Vineyard View Dr, Fair Play; 530 620-1132
Fenton Herriott – 120 Jacquier Ct, Placerville; 530 642-2021
Fitzpatrick Winery – 7740 Fair Play Rd, Fair Play; 530 620-3248
Fleur de Lys – 7696 Perry Creek Rd, Fair Play; 530 620-2246
Granite Springs Winery – 5050 Granite Springs Rd, Fair Play; 530 620-6395
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Winery by the Creek – 8085 Perry Creek Rd, Fair Play; 530 620-2402
Thu-Sun 11-5
Wofford Acres – 1900 Hidden Valley Rd, Camino; 530 626-6858
Wed-Sun 11-5
MERCED COUNTY
Red Rock Winery – 7326 E. Hwy 140, Merced; 209 722-7625
Open daily 10-5
NEVADA COUNTY
Avanguardia – 13028 Jones Bar Rd, Nevada City; 530 274-9482
Burch Hall – 108 Mill St, Grass Valley; 530 477-5500
Coufos Cellars – 10065 Rough & Ready Rd, Rough & Ready; 530 274-2923
EL DORADO COUNTY
Boeger Winery– 1709 Carson Rd, Placerville; 530 622-8094
Windwalker Vnyds – 7360 Perry Creek, Fair Play; 530 620-4054
Open daily 11-5:30
Double Oak – 14510 Blind Shady Rd, Nevada City; 530 292-3235
Indian Springs – 303 Broad St, Nevada City; 530 478-1068
Lucchesi Vineyards – 167 Mill St, Grass Valley; 530 274-2164
Naggiar Vineyards – 18125 Rosemary Lane, Grass Valley; 530 268-9059
Montoliva Vineyard – 15629 Mount Olive Rd, Chicago Park; 530 346-6577
Nevada CityWinery –321 Spring Street, Nevada City; 530 265-9463
Sat-Sun 12-5
Open daily 12-5
Sat-Sun 12-5
Fri-Sat 11-6, Sun-Thur 11:30-5
Open daily 11-Dusk
Sat-Sun 12-4
Mon-Sat 12-6, Su 12-5
Pilot Peak Winery – 12888 Spenceville Rd, Penn Valley; 530 432-3321
Sat-Sun 12-5
Sierra Knolls – 19635 Kingswood Ct, Grass Valley; 530 268-9225
Sat-Sun 12-5
Sierra Starr – 209 W. Main Street, Grass Valley; 530 477-8282
Smith Vineyard – 13577 Dog Bar Rd, Grass Valley; 530 273-7032
Solune Winegrowers– 16303 Jewett Lane, Grass Valley; 530 271-0990
Truckee River – 10061 South River St, Truckee; 530 587-4626
Open daily Noon-5pm (closed Tues.)
Sat-Sun 12-5
PLACER COUNTY
Fawnridge– 5560 Fawnridge Rd, Auburn, 530 887-9522
Fri-Sun 11-5
Green Family – 3420 Pine Ridge Ln, Auburn; 530 888-8866
Thu-Sun 11-5 or by appointment
Mt. Vernon – 10850 Mt. Vernon Rd, Auburn; 530 823-1111
Wed-Mon 11-5
Fri-Sun 11-5
Open daily 11-5
Thu-Sun 11-5
Ophir Wines – 8030 Woodman, Newcastle; 530 823-8030
Pescatore – 7055 Ridge Rd, Newcastle; 916 663-1422
Rancho Roble – 340 Fleming Rd, Lincoln; 916 645-2075
Thu-Sat 1-4
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