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F E B R U A R Y 1 7 , 2 0 1 2 – I S S U E 7 – V O L U M E 3 1

ON THE COVERVezér Wines and Mankas Tapas & Steakhouse . . . . . . . . . 34

SPECIAL COUPONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

WINE COUNTRY NEWS

Northern California Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Wineology by Len Napolitano . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Wine Country Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-17

WINE COUNTRY GETAWAYSOvernight Accommodations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

SUISUN VALLEY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34-35

Suisun Valley Wineries Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

NAPA VALLEY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36-45

Downtown Napa Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

Napa Valley Wineries Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40-41

St. Helena Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42

Yountville . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43

Calistoga . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44-45

SONOMA COUNTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46-59

Sonoma County Wineries Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46-47

Russian River Area Wineries Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48

Healdsburg Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

Sonoma Valley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54-59

Sonoma Valley Wineries Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54

Sonoma Plaza Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56

Glen Ellen & Kenwood Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59

MENDOCINO & LAKE COUNTIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60-61

Lake & Mendocino Counties Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

TREASURE ISLAND TO LIVERMORE VALLEY . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62-63

Treasure Island Wineries Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62

Livermore Wineries Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63

SANTA CLARA, SANTA CRUZ & MONTEREY COUNTIES . . 64-67

Monterey Bay/Santa Cruz Mountains Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

Salinas Valley Wineries Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66

WINERY LISTINGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68-78

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• BOUCHAINE 2 for 1 tasting with ad 29• BRANNAN COTTAGE INN Call for special rates 44• CALIFORNIA WINE TOURS Special price on tours and tastings 5• ETUDE WINERY 2 for 1 tasting with ad 23• GOLDEN HAVEN Mud Treatment for 2, $54 per person 3• HAGAFEN CELLARS Free tasting for 2 with ad 4• JESSUP CELLARS Complimentary tasting for two with ad 43• LOUIS M. MARTINI WINERY 2 for 1 tasting with ad 37• OLD FAITHFUL GEYSER $1 off with ad 45• PINK MANSION 15% off with ad at check-in 44

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• ALDERBROOK WINERY 2 for 1 tasting with ad 50• BALLETTO VINEYARDS Complimentary tasting with ad 49• CALIFORNIA WINE TOURS Special price on tours and tastings 5• CELLARS OF SONOMA 2 for 1 tasting with ad 47• CHATEAU ST. JEAN 2 for 1 tasting with ad 58• FERRARI-CARANO 2 for 1 Classic Wines tasting with ad 72• FRITZ WINERY Mention ad for $5 off wine tasting 48• KENDALL-JACKSON WINERY 2 for 1 Reserve Tasting with ad 19• LEDSON WINERY & VINEYARDS Mention ad for upgraded tasting 59• MARTIN RAY WINERY 15% discount with ad 49• RODNEY STRONG Complimentary tasting/20% discount with ad 51• VIANSA WINERY 2 for 1 tasting & 10% off purchase with ad 55BAY AREA: TREASURE ISLAND/LIVERMORE

• BODEGA WINE ESTATES Complimentary tasting for 2 with ad 62• MacGRAIL VINEYARDS 2 for 1 tasting with ad 63SANTA CLARA, SANTA CRUZ & MONTEREY COUNTIES

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i n t e l l i g e n c e f o r t h e W i n e c o n S U M e r

by Len Napolitano

Filtering, along with another process called fining, are processesthat make a wine clearer and brighter. By definition, whenever

wine is “racked,” or transferred, from one holding container to

another, such as from a stainless steel tank into an oak barrel, it

becomes clearer by separating the clearest wine from sediment left

behind, just like pouring wine at home from a bottle into a

decanter.

With filtering, the process removes small solid particles that

cause a visible haziness in a wine. Fining addresses the more

microscopic particles that, although are invisible to the naked eye,

may create aroma or flavor faults over time. This does not mean

that wines that are unfined or unfiltered are less enjoyable wines or

of lesser quality. Whether a wine is filtered or fined is a decision

made dependent upon whether it will improve a wine’s character

or long-term aging.

The fining process takes place just before bottling and stabilizes

the wine for the long term. These virtually invisible solids may

trigger an unwanted secondary fermentation after the wine has

been bottled and sealed. There are risks in the process, howeverand the decision whether a wine is filtered or unfiltered is one o

the most critical decisions made by the winemaker. The danger i

filtering or fining the wine is that it risks also removing some be

ficial, natural compounds that are responsible for enhanced flavo

style, strength and aging potential.

So, if the wine is not filtered enough, it could eventually

develop an off-taste and ruin an entire batch of wine, not to

mention a year’s worth of hard work. On the other hand, if filter

too much, the wine could end up flat, uninteresting and off tast

A wine label may or may not indicate whether the wine was

filtered and a buying decision should not be made based upon

It is not an indication of quality, in either instance, but as a wine

drinker, you may want to take special note of wines that you tas

that are labeled “unfiltered” and decide if they are more or less

appealing to you.

Another “clarifying” process, called cold stabilization, chills th

wine in order to solidify some chemical compounds formed natu

rally during fermentation and which may later form into large so

particle or crystals. This “cold stabilization” process is designed t

bring out these compounds in advance of them creating a proble

after the bottle is sealed. In the event you open a bottle of wine

that contains these tiny solids that look like little glass shards, do

be concerned, it is perfectly OK to drink the wine after doing yobest to separate these solids from the wine.

Len Napolitano lives in San Luis Obispo County 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 con

with California winemakers. More information is on his website, www.wineology.com.

Send your questions about wine to: [email protected] or by mail to Len Napolitano in care of

Wine Country This Week magazine. Wineology is a registered trademark of Len Napolitano.

Why are some wines filtered?



by Jeffry Ross

The Skinny – The Wine Garage is all about the juice. It’s also about having funlike a kid in a candy store. The Wine Garage is, literally, a former gas stationTodd, the wine buyer, travels far and wide to find top-shelf, affordably pricedwines. Inside, you’ll find more than 200 different labels neatly arranged in caon the floor and an engaging staff who are friendly, attentive and most impor

tantly, they know their wines.

Buzz – Despite its funky space, the Wine Garage is a wine lover’s best friend.

Reminiscent of visiting your favorite record store (yes, kids, once upon a timthat’s where you had to buy your music), the fun is going through all the casand finding something you’ve never heard of. All the wines have been testdriven by the staff, so, whatever you select, you won’t be disappointed.

Value – Ultimately, the Wine Garage is about value. It’s no secret that in Napa

Valley, it’s difficult to score a highly rated red for less than $65, but the WineGarage manages to do it all the time. The staff takes great pride hunting dowunusual and lesser-known, limited-production wines and passing their hagglfinesse on to us.

Ten-second summary – With the exception of Wine Garage labeled-awardwinning Cabernets, nothing in this hip hideaway is more than $25! The Wi

Garage is stocked with premium, small-lot wines that you won’t find at BevMTrader Joe’s or your local wine store (plus, they do a better job storing theirwines at the correct temperature).

Best bets – In addition to all the labels the Wine Garage represents, they alsoproduce their own lip-smacking blends. My in-house favorites are: 2009 JoyRide (white blend), 2007 Napa Valley Cabernet, 2007 Napa Valley Petite

Syrah, 2008 Napa Valley “Chihuahua” Cabernet and 2006 Napa Valley Hside Cabernet.

Under-the-radar – Go old-school with half-gallon jugs filled while you wait

using their specifically designed service station nozzles. Not only are the windelicious (and affordable), the jug is crazy fun conversation at the table. It’s a

a cool gift.

Secrets – For the next few weeks, receive an additional ten percent off the

already low prices when you purchase six bottles. Twenty percent on a case.Better yet, the Wine Garage has the BEST wine club in the valley – and theyship just about everywhere.

Insider – If you’re a serious wino, get on the inside track for ultra exclusivedeals by hooking up with the Wine Garage on Twitter and Facebook (wine cmembers get first crack to cream-of-the-crop finds).


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ONGOINGNapa Valley Wine Trainnapa, www.wa.m, 800-427-4124• fb 10-11: Va’s Day D• fb 14: Va’s Day ta• fb 23: S A, hawaa Sad

ONGOINGTaste at Oxbow Wine and Chocolate Pairingnapa, tas 5 as w 5 ws, $20, 12-7pm Suday u tusday12-9 pm fday ad Sauday. rsvas mmdd. 707-265-9600.

ONGOINGLive Music Fridays at Taste at Oxbownapa, m vas, 707-265-9600, www.asaxbw.m

ONGOINGSeminars & Tastings at Merryvale VineyardsS. ha, 10am-6:30pm, www.myva.m, 707-963-7777• Myva as, $15• rsv as, $35• W Ssy Sma, $45, fdays 12pm by app• W & cs exp, $45, by app• Smm gad rsv tas, $65, by app

ONGOING FRIDAYS-SUNDAYSBarrel Tasting & Tours at ReataBa as: 11am, 2pm & by appm, tus by appm

napa, www.aaws.m, 707-254-8673x119ONGOING

Jefferson House Reserve Room Tastingat Monticello Vineyardsnapa, rsv W Sma, cy famy napa Vay $25rSVP 707-253-2802 x18, www.cyfamynapaVay.m

ONGOINGV. Sattui WineryS. ha, 9am-6pm, app. ssay, www.vsau.m, 707-963-7774• cass as, day, $5• Pmum as, day, $10• fd & w pa, M-tu, $18• Asa a & w pa, Sa-Su, $25• iaa Makpa w 200+ ss• D w pa, sadws, abaks & m• Wkd BBQ, wd-d pzza, yss, mzzaa ba• 2 ½ as -sadd p uds

ONGOING FRIDAYS-SUNDAYSFood & Wine Pairings at Etude Winerynapa, 10am, 1pm & 3pm, $35, $25/mmbswww.udws.m, 707-257-5300

ONGOINGRombauer VineyardsS. ha, www.mbau.m, 707 963-5170• fday-Suday: op by adva appm y• Mday-tusday 10am-5pm• tas $10• W & cs Pa day by appm y, 11am, 1 & 3pm, $25

ONGOINGTours & Tastings at Andretti Winerynapa, www.adwy.m, 877-386-5070x227• idvdua tass, $15• Pva Wy tu & tas, $20/ps by appm• Vyad tus, $20/ps by appm

ONGOING

Tours & Tasting at ZD Wines

rud, rSVP 800-487-7757, www.zdws.m

• tada tas, $10, day 10am-4pm

• Pm tas, $15, day 10am-4pm

• Pva gup tas, $20, by app

• ca tu & tas, $25, 1pm wkds & days, M-f by app

• Vyad Vw tas, $40, Sa-Su 11am, M-f by app

• Abaus tas, $600 4-6 pp, by app

• W ta, $180

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Tours and Tastings at William Hill Estate Winery

napa, 10am-5pm, by app., www.wamsa.m, 707-265-3024

• tas napa Vay, $12

• tas Svad B, $20

• esa exusvs, $25

• i Wam h esa tu ad tas, $25

• t Wam h esa exp tu ad tas, $40

ONGOING

Vineyard & Winery Tours at Raymond Vineyards

S. ha, 11am (by app), $15, gup us avaab (by app)

www.aymdvyads.m, 800-525-2659x620

ONGOING

Tasting at Grgich Hills Estate

rud, 9:30am-4:30pm, tus a 11am & 2pm, $10

W bay as/$30, Ba as ms fdays 2-4pm

www..m, 707-963-2784

ONGOING

Tastings & Tours at Artesa Winery

napa, rSVP, 877-224-8309, www.asawy.m

• V Qus, W & cs exp, $40

• Day gudd tus

• Vs & Ws, A Vyad tu, $40

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Tours & Tasting at Black Stallion Winery

napa, 10am-5pm, www.baksawy.m, 707-253-1400

• rua as, $10

• rsv as, $35, Sa-Su

Asa s adda $7.50/ps

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Educational Tours & Wine Tasting

at Castello di Amorosa

casa, www.asdamsa.m, rSVP, 707-967-6272

• rua u & as, $25-$40 • rsv u & as, $35-$50

• tas y, $10-$25 • Yu adu us, $1 5-$ 20

• napa Vay nb Pam • Pva ViP us

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Tastings at St. Supéry

rud, www.ssupy.m, 800-231-6116

• Vyad gass, Saudays, 2pm, $50

• S Supéy hsa tas, Sudays, 2pm, $50

• ca tu, fdays, 2pm, $50

• Dad lbay tas, day, $25

• Éu lbay tas, day, $25

ONGOINGTastings at Silverado Vineyardsnapa, www.svadvyads.m, 707-259-6611, 800-997-1770x611• Saddbk Vyad tas, $75• lbay tas, $75• Day tas rm fs, esa/$10, Pm/$20• Pub tus & tas, 10:30am & 2:30pm, $15• Pva tu ad tas, 15-25 uss, $20/u, $25/u & as

ONGOINGNapa Valley Opera House

1030 Ma S, napa, www.v., 707-226-7372• fb 12: hu Maska• fb 16: Bky ruduk oksaa• fb 17: ra ca• fb 22: Ss, Mus & Py Ama Ws• fb 23: gua Mass

ONGOINGdi Rosanapa, www.dsapsv., 707-226-5991• o u fb 18: lk a Yu lk a M

ONGOINGLive at Uptown Theatrenapa, www.upwaapa.m, 707-259-0123• fb 10: ls ly Bys• fb 16: Dwz Zappa Pays Zappa

ONGOING FRIDAYS

Bubbles Bar at 1313 Mainnapa, 9pm-12am, www.1313ma.m, 707-258-1313

ONGOING WEDNESDAYSWinemaker Wednesdays at 1313 Mainnapa, 6-8pm, www.1313ma.m, 707-258-1313• fb 8: Sv oak cas• fb 15: Bu famy• fb 22: Bdk W cmpay

ONGOING THROUGH MARCH 30Abstract Visions,A Brett Weston Retrospective at Turnbultubu W cas, oakv, A mpsv xb ba 100 bday. www.tubuWs.m, 707-963-5839x15

FEBRUARY 10Opening Reception: Mozart’s Muses Exhibitionnapa Vay Musum, Yuv, 5:30pmwww.apavaymusum., 707-944-0500

FEBRUARY 10 – MAY 20Mozart’s Muses Exhibitionnapa Vay Musum, Yuv, 10am-5pmwww.apavaymusum., 707-944-0500

FEBRUARY 11Love Fest at Merryvale VineyardsS. ha, 7pm, $150, rSVP qudwww.myva.m, 800-326-6069x429

FEBRUARY 11Valentine’s Day Cabernet & Chocolateat Summers Winerycasa, 11am-4pm, $15/vs 5 ws & awww.summswy.m, 707-942-5508

FEBRUARY 11Valentine’s Pickup Party at Judd’s Hillnapa, 12-3pm, www.judds.m, 707-255-2332

NAPA VALLEY

UPCOMING• Daily: Vally firs tour

• Daily: gri hills esa Winry tour

• fri-Sun: Domain candon Winry tour

• Sa: Vally’s only evnin Winry tour

• Mon-tu: Ambassador Winry tour

• feb 14: Valeie’s Day trai

• feb 23: Sig Alog, hawaiia Sereade


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FEBRUARY 11Cooking Classes: Valentines Dinner Ifau Sms Wy, cda gabs i, napa, 4-8pm, $175www.daabs.m, 707-224-7969

FEBRUARY 11Etude Wines Cabernet Release Celebrationnapa, 11am-3pm, www.udws.m, 707-257-5300

FEBRUARY 11Share the Love Valentine’s Dinner Dance

at Domaine Carneroscaau Sy W cub ev, napa, 7:30-10:30pmwww.dmaas.m, 800-716-2788

FEBRUARY 11Beringer Winery Port & Chocolate Delightnapa, 1-4pm, $15/mmbs, $25/awww.b.m, 707-963-8989x2069

FEBRUARY 11Beringer Winery Valentine’s Day Dinner napa, 6pm, $165/mmbs, $195/awww.b.m, 707-225-2447

FEBRUARY 11A Good Thing Growing at Charles KrugS. ha cpav nusy Ss W tas & AuS. ha, 6-10pm, $40, $60/d, 707-963-7212

FEBRUARY 11Wine & ChocolateSvad Vyads, napa, 1-3pm, $30, $20/mmbswww.svadvyads.m, 707-259-6617

FEBRUARY 11Valentine DinnerBuassa Vyads, napa, 6:30-9:30pmwww.buassavyads.m, 707-254-4922

FEBRUARY 11

Trilogy Blending Seminarfa Sps Wy, S. ha, 1-3pmwww.asps.m, 707-967-6723

FEBRUARY 11Family Fun Day: Valentine’s Day Card-Making Workshopnapa Vay Musum, Yuv, 2-4pm, $5www.apavaymusum., 707-944-0500

FEBRUARY 11Valentine’s Oyster & Wine PairingBak Sa Wy, napa, 12-4pmwww.baksawy.m, 707-227-3250

FEBRUARY 11-12Valentine’s Weekend at The Roomfa Sps Wy, S. ha, $25www.asps.m, 707-967-6723

FEBRUARY 12Dusty Bottle Valentine’s Dinnercs du Va Wy, napawww.sduva.m, 800-993-9463

FEBRUARY 14Valentine Bubbles, Caviar & Chocolates1313 Ma, napa, www.1313ma.m, 707-258-1313

FEBRUARY 17Cornerstone Cellars Winemaker Dinner

with Jeff Keenersaua a Badss, Yuv, 5:30-8:30pm, $125www.sas.m, 707-945-0388

FEBRUARY 18St. Clement Cellar SaleS. ha, 12-4pm, www.sm.m, 707-265-5000

FEBRUARY 18Cooking Classes: Valentines Extravaganzawith Richard Haakecda gabs i, napa, 4-8pm, $175www.daabs.m, 707-224-7969

FEBRUARY 18-19Trilogy Barrel Samplesfa Sps Wy, S. ha, 12-2pmwww.asps.m, 707-967-6723


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FEBRUARY 21Premier Napa Kick Off Tasting1313 Ma, napa, www.1313ma.m, 707-258-1313

FEBRUARY 21-242012 Symposium for Professional Wine WritersMadwd napa Vay, S. ha, www.wwssympsum.

ONGOINGLive Music at Centre du Vinlds h, Smawww.ds.m, 707-996-9779

ONGOINGPrivate Tastings at Viansa

www.vasa.m, 800-995-7470• iaa W & cs Pa,10:30am, 12:30pm, 3pm by appm,

$10/mmbs, $25• rsv W & fd Pa, 10:30am, 12:30pm, 3pm by appm

/mmbs, $45

ONGOINGReserve Wine & Food Pairing

Private Tasting at Viansa

Sma, 10:30am, 12:30pm, 3pm by appmwww.vasa.m, 800-995-7470, /mmbs, $45

ONGOINGCarneros Bistro & Wine Bar Introduces

Thematic Wine Programh a a w maks. Pus, a tusday, 6:30-8pm by w-ds. t ld a Sma, rSVP, www.dasma.m, 707-931-2042

ONGOINGVineyard Walk & Photography Workshop

at B.R. Cohn Winery

g e, 10am-1pm, $45, $35/mmbswww.b.m, 707-931-7924x123

ONGOINGExclusive Wine & Cheese Tasting

at B.R. Cohn Winery

g e, 11am & 3pm, $25, $20/mmbswww.b.m, 707-931-7924x123

ONGOING

Private Wine Tastingsat Ferrari-Carano Vineyards and Wineryhadsbu – Pk Bu – v ws, 6-8 pp, $20-$40ppby appm, www.a-aa.m, 707-433-6700• Sms – ts yu Sm Mmy• W W lvs – ws pad w Asa ss• K rds – ws pad w dd us ad as• Mamak – w ad d pa• PVa tas – ws pad w Asa cau pa• cab t tas – mpas ws m d vas

ONGOING FRIDAYS, SATURDAYS & SUNDAYSTaste with the Count at Buena VistaA 45-mu u ad w as, 11am & 12:30pm, $20A 90-mu “tas w cu” w rsv Bua Vsa ws “cu’s la” by cu. 2pm, $45, rSVP, 800-926-1266

ONGOING

Wine and Food Pairingat Ferrari-Carano Vineyards and Wineryhadsbu – Mamak, a a ad s ma ws w p d. 6-8 pp, $35pp, by appmwww.a-aa.m, 707-433-6700

ONGOINGFree Guided Winery Tour

at Ferrari-Carano Vineyards and Wineryhadsbu – Mday-Sauday, 10am, by appmwww.a-aa.m, 707-433-6700

ONGOINGGroup Private Tastings

at Ferrari-Carano Vineyards and Wineryhadsbu – iuds 5 ws, 9-25 pp udud a, byappm. $20 p ps, www.a-aa.m, 707-433-6700

ONGOINGTerroir & History Tour at Chateau St. JeanKwd, A vs caau S. Ja s a yu sss.cmpmay, 11am-2pm, www.aausja.m, 707-833-4134

ONGOINGFood and Wine Pairing

at the Mayo Reserve Room9200 Sma hwy, Kwd, Day, 10:30am-6pm, 7 us d/w as$35, rsvas mmdd, www.mayamywy.m, 707-833-5504

ONGOINGWine Experiences at Chateau St. JeanKwd, t ps mmum, 2 us, $50, by appmwww.aausja.m, 707-833-4134x5258• cq cépas Bd Sma, e ps mmum, 2 us, $75• cq cépas cmp tas, e ps mmum, 1.5 us, $25• Pva ViP W tas, 10:30am, 1 & 3pm, $25, 1 u• Bx lu Pam w tu

ONGOINGTours, Tastings & Seminarsat St. Francis WinerySaa rsa, t ps mmum, ca m ma & svas888-675-Wine(9463)x255, www.saswy.m• cau, day 11am-4pm, $25/$20 ub mmbs• W & fd Pa, $35/$28 ub mmbs

ONGOINGGuided Winery Tours at Gloria Ferrer

Sma, 11am, 1 & 3pm, $10, www.a.m, 707-996-7256ONGOING

Wine & Food Pairing at Kendall-Jacksonfu, Spa sv d & w as, 10am-4pm, $25www.kj.m, 707-571-7500

ONGOING SUNDAYSDomaine Carneros Sparkling Brunchat the Fairmont Mission Inn & SpaSma, 9am-1pm, www.am.m.sma, 707-938-9000

ONGOING SUNDAYSSunday Brunch at the Centre du Vinlds h, Sma, 9am-1pmwww.ds.m, 707-996-9779

ONGOING WEEKENDSWine & Chocolate Pairings at Fritz Winerycvda, 10:30am-4:30pm, $5 as vs pa

www.zwy.m, 707-894-3389LAST THURSDAY OF THE MONTH

50 Mile AV Vintner's Diningg e, Ba as & od V P n & Syas m As Vyad.fds sud ay. 4-7PM, asws.m, rSVP, 707-935-3456

ONGOING THURSDAYSThirsty Thursdays at AnabaSma, ejy mpmay s & aks pa w yu was. 4-5:30pm, www.aabaws.m, 707-996-4188

ONGOING THURSDAY – SUNDAYUnique Food & Wine Pairings

at HKG Tasting Roomg e, 12-6pm, www.pkwy.m, 707-938-7622

ONGOINGMoondance Cellars & Orchard Station Winesg e, Pad w W cuy cas tu tass, $10

www.mdaas.m, 707-938-7550ONGOING THURSDAY-SATURDAY

Michel-Schlumberger Winery Green Tourhadsbu, 10:30am, $25, www.msumb.m, 800-447-3060

ONGOINGWells Fargo Center for the ArtsSaa rsa, wsaas., 707-546-3600• fb 11-13: Saa rsa Sympy S fv• fb 21: Mua’s Bauu Daus• fb 24: D’ f M i• fb 26: Pps ga Mvs, gad Pa

ONGOINGSpreckels Performing Arts Centerr Pak, 707-588-3400, www.spks.m, 707-588-3400• fb 8-12, 16-19: t faasks

ONGOINGLive Shows at Hopmonk TavernSbasp, www.pmk.m, 707-829-7300

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ONGOING THROUGH FEBRUARY 12Olive Oil Tasting at Ledson Winery

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Kwd, www.dswy.m, 707-833-2330ONGOING THROUGH FEBRUARY 27

Time & Materials by D.A. BishopQua gay, Duas Ms

www.Qua-gay.m, 707-865-0243

ONGOING THROUGH FEBRUARY 28Estate Olive Oil, Vinegar & Wine Tasting

at B.R. Cohn Winery

ov Sas Sma Vay, 11am-5pm

g e, www.b.m, 707-931-7923

ONGOING THROUGH FEBRUARY 28Tour & Taste at The Olive Pressov Sas Sma Vay

Sma, www.vpss.m, 707-939-8900

ONGOING THROUGH FEBRUARY 28

Artisan Olive Oil Tastingov Sas Sma Vay

f’s caa, Kwd

www.v.m, 707-938-3164

ONGOING THROUGH FEBRUARY 28Olive Trees in Sonoma State Historic Park ov Sas Sma Vay

Sma Mss, Sma, www.paks.a.v, 707-939-9560

ONGOING THROUGH MARCH 2Thomas Vu ExhibitUvsy A gay, Sma Sa Uvsy, r Pak

www.sma.du.aay, 707-664-2295

ONGOING THROUGH MARCH 31Collage Retrospective by Douglas DeVivo

at Charles Creek Tasting Room & Gallery

Sma, 11am-6pm, www.ask.m, 707-935-3848ONGOING THROUGH EARLY SPRING 2012

16th Annual Sculpture Exhibit “FINALE”at Paradise Ridge Wineryt Supu v a b s u dusk, wd by a ass w

wy’s vada, w s spaua vw sus. 11am-5pm, da

www.pwy.m, 707-528-Wine

FEBRUARY 8Topel Winery Winemaker Dinner

Spba!, hadsbu, $49

www.pws.m, 707-433-7222

FEBRUARY 9-10Royal Flush Feast – Epicurean WinterD aud d hadsbu, www.adsbu.m

FEBRUARY 10-12

Romantic Rendezvous Wine CountryWeekend at Ferrari-Carano

hadsbu, www.wy.m, 707-433-6700

FEBRUARY 10-125th Annual Healdsburg Wild Steelhead FestivalVaus vs hadsbu, 707-431-7767

FEBRUARY 10, 2420th Annual Tides Wharf Crab Feed

tds Wa, Bda Bay, 5-9pm, $44.95

www.ads.m, 707-875-3652

FEBRUARY 11Valentine Dinnerl famy Vyads, g e, 6:30pm, rSVP

www.vyads.m, 707-996-2750, $85, $75/mmbs

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FEBRUARY 11Club deLo Valentine Celebration

at deLorimier Winery

hadsbu, www.dmwy.m, 800-546-7718

FEBRUARY 11Wine Club Winemaker’s Dinner

at Wilson Winery

hadsbu, 6-10pm, Mmbs y vwww.wswy.m, 800-433-4602

FEBRUARY 11Valentine’s Day Concert at Gloria Ferrer

fam uas e Syms, 8pmSma, $35, $29.75/mmbswww.a.m, 707-933-1999

FEBRUARY 11Gumbo Smackdown at Kendall Jackson

fu, 11am-2pm, $40, $30/mmbs, $35/uss

www.kj.m, 707-571-8100

FEBRUARY 11Taste Route 116 presents Sweet 116

at Balletto Vineyards

Saa rsa, 11am-4pm, $25, $20/mmbs, $5/dvswww.bavyads.m, 707-588-2455

FEBRUARY 11Propeller Club Pick-Up Party

at Jacuzzi Wines

Sma, 2-5pm, www.jauzzws.m, 707-931-7575

FEBRUARY 11Wine Club Pick Up Party at Balletto Vineyards

Saa rsa, 10am-5pm, www.bavyads.m, 707-588-2455

FEBRUARY 11Ledson Winery Valentine’s Day Party:

Love at First SipW cub Mmb ev, $250/up

Kwd, 6-10pm, www.dswy.m, 707-537-3823

FEBRUARY 11Sweet 116 Along the Taste Route

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FEBRUARY 11Valentine’s Weekend Celebrationlv mus, as & savy saks pad w w!tu hus Wy, hadsbu, 11am-5pmwww.uus.m, 707-433-9545x102, rSVP

FEBRUARY 11Winter Farm-to-Table Dinnerrô Bd w Wmak hu capp

Quva Vyad, hadsbu, 4-8pm, $125, $105/mmbs

www.qvaw.m, 707-431-8354x224

FEBRUARY 115th Annual Amphoradisiac Winemaker’s DinnerAmpa Wy, hadsbu, 5:30pm

www.ampaws.m, 707-431-7767

FEBRUARY 11Valentine’s Crab Feastgys Pak Wy, gysv, 6pm

www.yspakwy.m, 707-857-2571

FEBRUARY 11-12

Wine & Chocolate Lovers Celebration

at B.R. Cohn Winery

ca v's ba mp w a a ua!

g e, www.b.m, 707-938-4064

FEBRUARY 11-12Culinary RomanceBa Vyads & W cavs, hadsbu, 11am-4:30pm, $15, /mm

www.bawy.m, 866-572-3552, rSVP





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FEBRUARY 12Chocolate Fondue Paired withCabernet Sauvignon at McGrail Vineyardslvm, 12-4:30pm, $25www.mavyads.m, 925-215-0717

FEBRUARY 12Romance, Wine & ChocolateVyad tas rm, W Vyads, lvm1pm & 4pm, $35, $30/mmbs, rSVPwww.wvyads.m, 925-456-2405

FEBRUARY 14Valentine’s Winemaker Dinnertua Vyads, lvm, 6-9:30pm, $80www.uawy.m, 925-960-1006

FEBRUARY 14Mansion Winetaster Dinneres Vyads, Su, 6:30pm, $85www.s.m, 925-862-2377

FEBRUARY 15Winemaker Nightca Vyad, lvmwww.avyad.m, 925-456-2505

FEBRUARY 17Quarterly Wine Club Release Partyat McGrail Vineyardslvm, 5-8pm, www.mavyads.m, 925-215-0717

FEBRUARY 18Music in the Vines & New Releaseat McGrail Vineyardslvm, 1-4pm, $10www.mavyads.m, 925-215-0717

FEBRUARY 18-20President’s Weekend Open Houseca Vyad, lvmwww.avyad.m, 925-456-2505

FEBRUARY 18-20Winter Open Housetmas cy Wy, lvm, 12-5pmwww.masywy.m, 925-373-6541

FEBRUARY 18-2029th Annual Barrel Tasting

fsa Wy, lvm, 12-5pmwww.sawy.m, 925-447-5246

FEBRUARY 24Nottingham Cellars Vineyard DesignateCabernet Series Launchlvm, cub Mmbs ev, 925-294-8647www.amas.m

ONGOINGSunset Cultural Center-Carmelcam, www.sus.m, 831-620-2048• fb 10: Ja rvs• fb 19-20: My Sympy c 4, 2002 Aaba ns• fb 24: caax rd Qu

ONGOINGLive at Golden State TheatreMy, www.dsaa.m, 831-372-3800• fb 23: Ba Maa pss hd Pa

ONGOINGLive Music at KRML Radiot easwd Bud, cam, www.kmad.m, 831-624-6432

ONGOING THIRD THURSDAYSSweet Thursdays at Cannery RowMy, famy u, mus, d & a dsus, 4-8pm831-649-6690

ONGOING THIRD THURSDAYSMonterey Museum of ArtMy, ev mus, w ad s d'uvs, 5-7pm, 831-372-5477

EVERY TUESDAYFocus on Monterey County Winescpa W Ba, ra cas, cam, 3-8pmwww.aas.m, 831-625-5646

EVERY WEDNESDAYWine Down Wednesdaysf Wy, gy, 5-8pm, , www.wy.m, 408-842-3305

ONGOING THURSDAYSExploring Wine

la m abu w & w appa, as a ws !cam rd Wy, cay rw, My, 4-6pm, $40www.amd.m, 831-324-0035

FRIDAYS FEBRUARY - MARCHJazz in the CellarBa Wy, Squ, 6-8pmwww.ba.m, 831-475-2258

FEBRUARY ONGOING THROUGH 12AT&T Pebble Beach National Pro-AmPbb Ba, www.pbbba.m

FEBRUARY 11River Road Wine Trail Valentine’s PassportVs 14 Asa Vs a rv rad W ta!My, 11am-4pm, www.vadwa.m

FEBRUARY 11Valentine Sweethearts Luncheon

Badus ld, cam Vay, 11am-2pm, $95www.badus.m, 831-658-3400

FEBRUARY 14Valentine’s Day Celebrationhma ra tas rm, cam Vaywww.maa.m, 831-659-2640

FEBRUARY 18Swirl, Sip & Celebrate National Drink Wine Dayhma ra Vyads, cam Vay, 11am-6pmwww.maa.m, 831-659-2640

FEBRUARY 18-19Red Wine & Chocolatescaau Ju Wy, cam Vay, $12www.aauju.m, 831-624-2600

FEBRUARY 24Wine, Art & Music Walk Pa gv, 6-9pm, 831-373-3304

FEBRUARY 25Clam Chowder Cook-Off Saa cuz Ba Badwak, Saa cuzwww.babadwak.m

SANTA CLARA COUNTY

ONGOINGTasting Room TuesdaysSaa cuz Muas Wws Assa, t fam Sa Js, Sa JsWy psav w pu & b avaab “v ak.” 5-7pmwww.am.m, www.smwa.m, 800-441-1414, 831-685-8463

FEBRUARY 118th Annual Valentine's Dinner at GuglielmoWinery

Ma h, 6-11pm, $250/up

www.umwy.m, 408-779-2145FEBRUARY 25

Cork Equity #35 at Guglielmo WineryB yu w d w! Ma hwww.umwy.m, 408-779-2145

SANTA CRUZ MOUNTAINS

ONGOINGThursday Night Music SeriesBa Wy, Squ, ejy mus, d & Ba w! 6-8pmwww.ba.m, 831-475-2258x11

FEBRUARY 11-12The Wine & Chocolate Eventt Mua Wy, Saaawww.muawy.m, 408-741-2822

FEBRUARY 11-12The Mountain Winery U:Wine & Chocolate Pairing Mini Workshopt Mua Wy, Saaawww.muawy.m, 408-741-2822

FEBRUARY 14Valentine’s Day Wine Tasting in the Mayor’s Loungt Mua Wy, Saaawww.muawy.m, 408-741-2822

FEBRUARY 25Wine & Bluest Mua Wy, Saaawww.muawy.m, 408-741-2822

ONGOINGSierra Railroadoakda, www.saaad.m, 209-848-2100• fb 12: Va’s Suday Bu• fb 18: S lu

SACRAMENTO VALLEY

ONGOINGSacramento River Trainwww.saamva.m, 800-866-1690

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ONGOINGMondavi Center for the Performing ArtsU.c. Davs, www.mdavas., 866-754-ArtS• fb 11-13: circA

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ONGOING SATURDAYS

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lv mus 2-5pm, www.wawkwy.m, 707-428-6977

MARCH 10Third Annual Bridal Fair

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MONTICELLO VINEYARDSCorley Family Winery BY Michelle J. BAKer

The year was 1969. Neil Armstrong took his first steps on the moon; the New York Mets were on their way to their first National League pennant; “Butch Cassand the Sundance Kid” was topping the year’s box office sales. And an intrepidyoung Midwesterner, yearning to answer the call of his ancestors, was scouringNapa Valley for the perfect piece of land on which to plant the family flag.

Now, on the eve of Jay Corley’s 81st birthday, he looks back at his 40+ ye

in the Napa Valley and looks forward to the next generations taking the rein

of the Corley Family’s Monticello Vineyards

A Dream Takes Root

In 1969, the Stanford-educated Corley was a running a successful publicly

traded company in Los Angeles, but wanted to trade his three-piece suit for overalls. After all, farming was in his blood. “Every generation of my family for 400years has been farmers. As a boy, I loved spending time on my grandfather’s farmsouthern Illinois. I just always wanted to get back to farming.”

At the time, Corley’s friend, a wine shop owner in Los Angeles, was developia piece of property in Yountville. He invited Corley to come for a visit, and Corlwas hooked. “I would come up nearly every weekend for nine months to see whwas going on here. I would just roam around, get to know people, ask questionThere weren’t many people around, but the ones who were,” as Corley ticks off names of contemporary Napa Valley pioneers, “were very helpful.”

A self-described “Burgundy guy” with a taste for Pinot Noir and Chardonnay,Corley was looking for a place where those varieties would thrive. He found it

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an 80-acre prune orchard at the southern end of Napa Valley. He likedthe property’s proximity to the cooling breezes of the San Pablo Bay andthe fact that it sat next to the Napa River. “ I didn’t think of being onHighway 29 to capture visitors, I wanted to be on the river because Iknew access to water would be essential.”

Once the property was cleaned up, Corley didn’t cut corners plantingthe vineyard. “We used all of the new technology coming out of Davis.We tested the soil everywhere, and we drilled holes in the ground to seehow the water was flowing. Then we planted the vines closer togetherthan most people were doing in those days to stress them.”

The Next Generation

Things went well enough those first years to make Corley think, “wecan do this.” Soon the successful winegrower wanted to build a winery.As an graduate student years earlier, Corley had written a thesis onstarting up a winery. He opened his desk drawer, dusted off the oldthesis and got started.

All seven of Corley’s children helped out at the winery during their

high school years. But Corley encouraged them to go off, experience theworld outside of the winery where they had grown up, and then comeback if they wanted. Kevin Corley, now Winegrower and President,became a successful banker in Los Angeles. Stephen Corley, now thewinery’s Director of Sales and Marketing, was a CPA who worked at theaccounting firm KPMG before he came back to the winery in 1997.

Chris Corley, the youngest of the three, has worked at the winery thelongest. Initially aiming to be a marine biologist, Chris eventually

decided he would “rather drown in wine than sea water.” He worked the cellar under other winemakers for 13 years before he earned enoustripes to become head winemaker in 2002.

Now the three brothers form a harmonious management team atMonticello. “Three of them is better than one of me,” says the senior

Corley.The Jefferson Connection

Jay Corley was a great admirer of Thomas Jefferson, who was notonly a founding father but also America’s first great connoisseur. Hehonored the third President by naming the winery Monticello Vine-yards – after Jefferson’s mountaintop home in Charlottesville, VirginiaIn 1984, the Corleys built the Jefferson House, a very close replica of Monticello, on the Home Ranch that is now used as office space and tentertain guests. The four acres of grounds surrounding the JeffersonHouse are comprised of the same trees, shrubs and flowers Thomas

Jefferson planted at Monticello.In the quaint, rustic tasting room, the staff pours a little bit of ever

thing the Corleys produce from 80 acres of vines on the Home Ranchthe Oak Knoll District as well as four other estate vineyards in Napa

Valley. With 30 vintages under their belts, the Corleys like to show offtheir library wines in reserve tastings in the Jefferson House. Slip intothe comfortable black leather chairs and enjoy a flight of CabernetSauvignon, some Merlot, or their very popular estate Pinot Noir. “Peocome for our Cabernet Sauvignon,” Stephen Corley says, “but they leawith Cabernet and Pinot Noir.”

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BY JOSH STEIN

There simply is nowhere else like The Hess Collection. If you haven’tbeen, I must insist you go, and if you have gone, why are you waiting togo back?! While other places may have some of the same elements, onlyon Mount Veeder does the whole truly do more than simply combine thepieces. Trust me: the Hess Collection is unforgettable.

The Hess Collection of vineyards refers to the more than one thousandacres of California vineyards, including more than seven hundred in theNapa Valley, directly under the winery’s control. Though first establishedfor winemaking on Mount Veeder in the 1860s, the original winery

building was hewn from native mountain stone in 1903, and it still housespart of the Hess Collection’s art. Today’s Hess Collection began between1978 and 1982, when Donald Hess acquired nine hundred acres onMount Veeder, setting aside more than six hundred acres for wildlife corri-dors, fish-friendly farming practices and encouraging biodiversity.

Opened to the public in 1989, the winery has sought to work with theland, focusing on an integrated whole. To start, The Hess Collectionhosted the first Natural Farming Symposium for vineyards in 1992, andthe winery helped to create 2002’s industry-wide Code of SustainableWinegrowing Practices, making it one of the first seventeen wineries tooperate in this way. This initiative led to The Hess Collection’s being oneof the first ten wineries to be certified in 2007 by the Napa Valley Vintners

Association under the Napa Green Winery and Napa Green Landprograms, and it remains only one of six wineries to have both Land andWinery certifications. The idea behind this has been not just to supportthe environment but also to show that better wines are the result, and oneswhich speak to their origins, showing off the uniqueness of single vine-yard releases from high altitudes.

Indeed, Donald Hess has, I think it’s fair to say, a love of high-altitudewines. As he notes, “growing berries that are smaller and more concen-trated leads to a structured, powerful and complex wine.” The uniquequalities of each vineyard are thus encouraged so that they shine throughin the wines. On Mount Veeder, Veeder Summit is ideal for early-ripeningMalbec and Merlot while Veeder Hills was selected for ridge-planted,

light-yielding varieties. The Su’skol Vineyard is close to San Pablo Bgiving Chardonnay the fog it wants; Hess Allomi, east of Howell Motain, provides a quiet, remote place for perfect ripening.

Equal to the fit of location and variety, the winery now practice“process of continuous improvement.” In the vineyards, this mecomposting, cover crops, soil management techniques, beneficial insand owls, water conservation and dry farming where possible; production process is environmentally friendly, uses recycling and wabased products, and depends on recyclable or renewable elements.winemaker Dave Guffy says, “Being environmentally conscious is not o

the right thing to do, but in the end produces the best tasting wine.”The resulting range of releases is astounding, really. The Hess Col

tion Mt. Veeder Estate wines show off this unique mountain in Napa wthe highest elevation, coolest growing season and most geologicdiverse soils of any growing area in the valley. Bottlings, all single-viyard, include the estate Cabernet, the 19 Block Cuvée and Mount Vee

Chardonnay. The Hess Napa Valley releases draw upon special fchosen from single vineyards, including a Cab, Petite Sirah and a Saugnon Blanc, all from Hess Allomi and two Chardonnays, including a LHarvest bottling from the Su’skol Vineyard. The Hess Select bottlingCabernet, Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc utilize estate fruit combiwith that from grower partners in the North Bay who utilize the wine

sustainable practices. Perhaps the most exciting from both a winemakias well as wine-enjoying perspective, is the Hess Small Block series walmost a dozen specially selected wines to display winemaking finwith less familiar varietals, giving a sense of the estate’s range for growpremium grapes The Hess Collection way, including Gewürztramin

Malbec, Orange Muscat, Pinot Gris, Sauvignon Blanc, Syrah and Vi

nier. What one gets in each bottle is a wine that expresses where it cafrom, guided each step along to the way to show the purity of its fruit the vineyard where it grew.

The Hess Collection of art is equally as impressive and focusDonald Hess began collecting artwork in 1966, and the Hess Collecttoday houses less than one quarter of the total, with the remainder spr

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amongst a number of museums

worldwide. Selecting twenty living

artists, Hess has focused on long-

term support of their efforts, and

the Collection is able to show off

various stages of artists’ careers,

including a range of works by

Magdalena Abakanowicz, FranzGertsch, Anselm Kiefer, Leopoldo

Maler and Robert Motherwell,

among others. Several new pieces

from Georg Baselitz have just been

added and there is always some-

thing unique on display.

The winery and art museum are

open daily, and while there is a

nominal charge for tasting, the

museum is complimentary, with

self-guided iPod tours available,

too. There are also lots of uniqueexperiences which do require

reservations, and they shouldn’t be

missed. Options include a daily

Private Tour and Wine Tasting; the

Tour of the Palate every Thursday,

Friday and Saturday, which

combines a guided tour of the art

museum, wine tasting and food

prepared by Hess Executive Chef

Chad Hendrickson; the daily Tour,

Wine and Cheese Pairing, which

gives a private production tour incombinaton with wine and artisan

cheeses; the two-hour Wine

Educational Tour and Tasting Tuto-

rial with Certified Sommelier Bob

Becker one Sunday a month from

January to May; and, weather-

permitting, Wine and Cheese

Tasting in the Garden Courtyard,

which is as impressive in its own

way as any of the art inside the

winery.

The Hess Collection does every-thing via a fairly simple but

powerful philosophy: “nurture the

land and return what you take.”

When you go, it will be clear

immediately that this has been

enacted everywhere you look. Go

on up to Mount Veeder for yourself

and see what the Hess Collecton’s

been up to lately – you’ll never

forget that you did!





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by Alexandra Charsley

It seems logical that Beaulieu Vineyard would open a new “Heritage” room to

celebrate their long history of producing great wine. As more people are turning bac

to their roots, they have embraced this tradition and that’s what makes them a

destination winery. I have been drinking Beaulieu wines for as long as I can rememb

Their big, bold reds always deliver and happen to be my favorite. Their tasting room

experience now offers so much more than tastings and winery exclusive information

but also a piece of their enduring legacy.

In 1900, Georges de Latour founded his winery with the vision of creating worldclass Cabernet Sauvignon from the exceptional terroir of Rutherford. In the century

since, Georges de Latour Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon has become the

benchmark Napa Valley Cabernet as well as one of the most collected American win

The first Georges de Latour Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon was crafted with

grapes from the 1936 vintage by André Tchelistcheff, who tasted the wine in barrel

insisted on giving it an independent bottling. Today, this wine is widely considered

standard bearer of fine Rutherford Cabernet, with deep fruit character, silky tannins

and impressive aging ability. This legacy honors the marriage between state-of-the-a

technology and gentle, traditional winemaking methods, a combination that enhanc

the expression of their remarkable vineyards.

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Their new Heritage Room is a tribute to their beginning, their

ability to survive during Prohibition, and to become a top

producer of rich, classic Napa Valley wines. The original 1885

stone walls house the museum and the original beams were

preserved. Guests will be the first to see the interesting array of

historic pieces they have collected over the years; ranging fromoriginal winemaking equipment to sales ledgers from the post-

Prohibition era showing that their Private Reserve once sold for

$1.01 per bottle. “We found this great collection of amazing pieces

of our history stored away in an old warehouse. As much as we

embrace new technology and innovation, our history is also what

sets us apart and will capture the interest of curious visitors. We

are very excited to finally be able to invite the public to come see

what we’ve dusted off in our new Heritage Room,” Graham Jones,

Beaulieu Vineyard Hospitality Manager.

They recently celebrated the release of the 2008 vintage of

Georges de Latour Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon. This marks

the first vintage to be made 100 percent out of their new state-of-the-art winery dedicated solely to Georges de Latour Private

Reserve. In 2008, under recommendation from legendary

consultant Michel Rolland, Beaulieu Vineyard created a winery

within a winery to produce their flagship wine. After more than 60

years of sharing space, BV's Georges de Latour Private Reserve has

gone private with the recent completion of its own, new 9,600-

square-foot micro winery. “Having a brand new state-of-the-art

winery is a dream come true for a winemaker. This facility helps

me to achieve complex yet balanced wines that reflect the true

character of our renowned vineyards,” says Director of

Winemaking, Jeffrey Stambor.

Twice daily Historic Tours are being conducted and include a

Cabernet Sauvignon Barrel Tasting in the Heritage Room for $20

per guest. Advance reservations are recommended and can be

made through their website at www.bvwines.com. The tour also

allows guests to visit their historic Redwood Tank room where

they will get to take in the wonderful beauty and aroma of their

75+ year old redwood wine tanks. Then, you are invited to taste

the acclaimed wines that are such an important part of Napa

Valley’s past and present. While here, visit the Georges de Latour

Reserve Tasting room and try the new 2008 release. The Reserve

Room is open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and features their

entire Reserve Wines including the Library Collection with wines

dating back to 1970.

2007 Clone 4 & 2007 Clone 6 Cabernet Sauvignon Release Party

On Saturday, March 17th, come celebrate the release of the

2007 Clone 4 and 2007 Clone 6 Reserve Cabernet Sauvignons.

This vintage marks the 12th Anniversary of these stunning wines

which are a true testament to the rich history of research and

innovation at Beaulieu Vineyard. Your afternoon will be hosted

from 1 to 3 p.m. in the Tasting Room and will include hors

d’oeuvres, a library tasting, and the opportunity to meet the

winemaker Jeffrey Stambor. Cost is $50 per person to attend.

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Held Every Wednesday at 6:30 p.m., Proceeds Benefit Wine to Water

California and fine wines are synonymous. The Third Annual

Berkeley Wine Festival at The Claremont Hotel Club & Spa celebrates

the vineyards and wineries of California’s Sonoma, Napa and CentralCoast regions. After the Grand Opening Reception on March 2 at 6:30

p.m., the Berkeley Wine Festival highlights a single vineyard every

Wednesday from March 7 to April 25 at 6:30 p.m. A portion of theproceeds from each of the festival’s events will benefit Wine to Water,

which is focused on providing clean water to needy people around theworld. Dishes for each dinner held at Meritage will be created by

award-winning Rising Star Executive Chef Josh Thomsen to comple-

ment the vintner’s selections.“The Berkeley Wine Festival brings the flavorful wines of Napa,

Sonoma and the Central Coast to our guests and local residents whomay not have a chance or time to visit the areas,” said Executive Chef Josh Thomsen. “Our team is ecstatic for the terrific line up for this

year’s festival and look forward to raising money for a great cause likeWine to Water.”

Schedule of events and pricing:

• Friday, March 2 ($65 per person): The festival will kick off with the

Grand Opening Reception. More than 45 wines will be available for

sampling and Chef Thomsen has invited other well known Berkeleychefs including Sean Baker (Gather), Rick DeBeaord (Café Rouge),

Amy Murray (Venus & Revival Kitchen), Yang Pang (Wood Tavern),

Paul Arenstam (Summer Kitchen), The Cheese Board Collective andmore that will offer there signature creations.

• Wednesday, March 7 ($125 per person): The Berkeley WineFestival will feature Hirsch Vineyards, which overlooks the Pacific

on the Sonoma Coast, the first vineyard in the area planted to

produce premium Pinot Noir. Owner David Hirsch and hisdaughter Jasmine will lead an evening focused on their “farming-

first” philosophy and minimal intervention winemaking approach.

• Wednesday, March 14 ($155 per person): Vice President and

Director of Winemaking Damian Parker will present his wines

from Joseph Phelps Vineyards Freestone project. Guests will enjoya four-course dinner with a full range of wines, including the

famous Bordeaux blend Insignia.• Wednesday, March 21 (for $130 per person): Julie Johnson from

Tres Sabores Winery returns for the second time to showcase her

exceptional boutique wines. Chef Thomsen will utilize many of theingredients found on Julie’s property to make this a truly “vineyard

to table” evening.

• Wednesday, March 28 ($130 per person): Legendary screenwriter

(The Karate Kid, The Fifth Element and Taken) Robert Kamen

will present his organically farmed wines from the MayacamasRange in Sonoma including his Viognier, Sauvignon Blanc and

award-winning Cabernet.

• Wednesday, April 4 ($165 per person): April gets kicked off wi

Silver Oak Winemaker Daniel Baron discussing the vineyard’scontinuing commitment to cabernet sauvignon. Daniel will shocase several vintages of Silver Oak’s Alexander Valley and Napa

Valley Cabernets as well as their Twomey Cellars Pinot Noirs an

Merlots.

• Wednesday, April 11 ($195 per person): Considered by many t

be America’s first growth, Opus One is a legendary winery whosname is synonymous with perfection and harmony. Winemaker

Michael Silacci will lead a dinner with these popular and highly

desirable wines from California.

• Wednesday, April 18 ($125 per person): The second-to-last eve

of the festival brings Cakebread Cellars Owner Dennis Cakebrea

to the Claremont for an evening featuring their Sauvignon BlancMerlot and reserve wines from Napa Valley.

• Wednesday, April 25 ($125 per person): Justin Baldwin from PRobles’ Justin Vineyards & Winery will lead the last event of the

Berkeley Wine Festival. Located on California’s Central Coast,

Justin has focused on producing world class Bordeaux style blesince founding the winery in 1981 and his commitment has lift

the winery to the top of its class and made it a celebrity favorite

Each event of the festival features a reception with the vineyard h

and a gourmet dinner at Meritage, excluding the Grand Opening

Reception on March 2 which does not include a dinner.The United Nations reports that nearly one billion people

access to adequate water and 2.5 billion people lack accessimproved sanitation. Wine to Water is devoted to fighting epidemic. As a registered 501 (c)(3) international aid organizatio

is Wine to Water’s goal to empower developing communities withtraining, technology and resources they need to solve their uni

water and sanitation needs.

All prices are per person and include taxes and gratuity. For ticor more information, visit www.berkeleywinefestival.com. A lim

number of special Wine Festival rates are available for the hotel can be booked by calling (510) 898-0040. For more information

Wine to Water, visit www.winetowater.org.

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BY chArleS neAVeThere are a variety of ways to see the wine country of Northern

California. If you are a visitor you can rent a car at the airport; if you

are a local you drive yourself in your own car or go with friends and

make one of them the designated driver. For the hardy (or foolhardy)

you can hop on a bicycle. Or, and this is without doubt my first

choice, you can call 1-800-387-2328 and let Beau Wine Tours &

Limousine Service arrange for absolutely everything.

Founded in 1996, this local company has worked hard to deliver

each of their guests excellent customer service. “We started as a

corporate transportation company fifteen years ago,” said Tom Buck,

company president (and noted Wine Educator). “But over time we’ve

transformed the company into a fully dedicated destination tour

service. And, I would also add that we are fully capable of handling

any type of group, from a honeymooning couple to the corporate

groups that gave us our start.”

Today, they operate a fleet of spotless and mirror-polished black

vehicles that are a frequent sight on area roads and at wineries, both

large and small. Their roster of available vehicles is certainly impres-

sive. They range from Town Cars, top-level Mercedes Benz sedans,

executive-level SUV’s, and impressive stretch limousines, to shuttle

buses, spacious custom vans and beautifully outfitted coaches for

large groups, whether it be friends and family here for a special occsion, or a business group numbering in the dozens.

Adding to the attraction are the company’s drivers. They are

required to take a three-week course before they even meet their fir

customer. This training period is not limited to just vehicle operati

either. It includes a comprehensive curriculum that makes accom-

plished drivers into very knowledgeable tour guides and sources o

information and local lore.

Driver training includes learning local history, geography and

general winemaking and winery comprehension. Most of them hav

invaluable personal ties with winery owners, winemakers and tasti

room personnel. They may even throw in some local gossip (let’s c

them “stories,” it sounds more dignified) and little known facts you

can share with your friends when you get home. And not by any

means least of all, they are friendly, personable, appropriately conse

ative and unfailingly accommodating. Also, you are encouraged to

questions. The driver/guides enjoy sharing their thoughts and are

more than happy to answer any questions, and as they say, “There

no such thing as a silly question. Helping you understand this area

and its’ two major attractions – fine wine and excellent food – and

exceptional scenery as well, is why we are here, and why you, we a

sure, are here as well.”

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One of the most popular offerings the company has is the unique

Napa Valley Daily Wine Tour. Bring your friends, or if you are trav-

eling alone, perhaps on business or just to get away from it all, bring

yourself, and meet your other limousine-mates. The tour includes the

vehicle and driver of course, but it also offers a picnic lunch, compli-mentary sparkling wine, a pick-up in the Napa area between 9:30

and 10:30 a.m., and a visit to four boutique wineries, some of which

may very well be new and unknown to you, but not to your driver.

The only costs not included are the nominal tasting fees. It is,

honestly, one of the best bargains here among the vines and villages

of a beautiful region.

Other offerings on their menu of great experiences is the hot air

balloon and wine tour package, one of their many unique and

memorable experiences. Or, if you enjoy wonderful food almost as

much – or more (is that possible?) – than world-class wine, you

might want to consider the “VIP Dinner Service.” You’ll begin with asunset drive in a stretch limousine with complimentary Champagne

on the way to a very special culinary evening, and you can relax on

your ride home. The company will be happy to make restaurant

recommendations and reservations for you.

Other options include a luncheon or dinner at the winery where a

favorite wine is produced, and a meal carefully chosen to pair with

that wine. This could range from a box lunch at a scenic country

vineyard to an elegant four course meal in a wine cave. They can also

arrange for the winemaker to be on hand to guide you through the

wines crafted at the winery that are paired with each course as well

as wine and food pairings, barrel tastings, sensory seminars or a wine

blending workshop.For another option in a long list of unique possibilities there is the

Sonoma Valley Wine Trolley, available for Cable Car Wine Tours and

private charters. But what is it, exactly? It’s a self-powered, hand-built

replica (using blueprints from the late 1890s) of one of the vintage

California Street cable cars San Francisco is famous for. The view from

this comfortable and classic open-air cable car is unmatched, and

passengers can become immersed in the wine country scenery as they

relax and enjoy the tour.

For large events, either private or corporate, it is all simply a phone

call away. As an added convenience, Beau Wine Tours also offers

airport or city pick-up and drop-off service. What it comes down to isif you want to concentrate on your trip to Sonoma or the Napa Valley,

this one phone call can make all the difference.

In Napa, the phone number for Beau Wine Tours is (707) 257-

0887. In Sonoma they are based at 21707 8th Street East and the

number there is (707) 938-8001. Or, you can make it even easier

and simply call their toll free number, (800) 387-2328 and their

reservationists can make whatever arrangements you might need. It is

also worth going onto their very comprehensive and easy-to-use

website: www.beauwinetours.com. It really can be quick, easy and

friendly “one stop shopping.”

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ACACIA VINEYARDGreat Times in Carneros All Spring Long! BY JoSh Stein

The wine business is really very simple. If you’ve got great grapes, you do

need to over-work the result. At Acacia Vineyard, which was founded in 19less than two miles from San Pablo Bay, they’ve got one hundred and fifty ac

worth of great grapes which have produced world-renowned Chardonnay aPinot Noir for more than three decades. And as members of the Carneros W

Alliance, Acacia has taken the lead in making sure Carneros stays a place wh

will always produce great grapes. What else would expect from the one of thfew wineries getting it right about Carneros from the start?

Indeed, Acacia was one of the first to recognize the Carneros region’s pottial for Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, and the winery was also a forerunner invineyard-designating their wines because of the lot-by-lot methodology it ha

employed for its fermentations. Rather than homogenizing the grapes or juiceach vineyard block is made separately and goes into its own barrels, allowin

time and cellar conditions to do their magic before any decisions are made

about bottling – this helps to preserve the uniqueness of each vintage and tspecialness of the particular vineyard in the glass. You’ll probably recognize

those vineyard names: St. Clair Vineyard, which has produced single vineya

wines since 1979; Beckstoffer; Lone Tree Vineyard; Sangiacomo and WineryLake Vineyard.

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Arger-Martucci Vineyards, a boutique winery located in St. Helena,

was formed by two families that share a passion for making premium

handcrafted wine. Dr. Arger is not only a full-time cardiologist in Reno,

but is also the winemaker and co-owner of Arger-Martucci Vineyards.

Here he spends his weekends and the harvest season performing his

winemaking duties to ensure the very best from their grapes. Following

in the footsteps of his mentor Joe Heitz of Heitz Cellars, Dr. Arger is a

firm believer in holding back red varietals to allow for sufficient bottle

age before release. The current vintage for their Bordeaux and Burgundy

varietals is 2005. With the additional time in bottle, he is confident you

will enjoy these elegant and complex wines.

Kosta Arger was born in Tacoma, Washington and was raised in a

traditional Greek family, where his father and uncles made home wine

with their Italian friends. He attended medical school at the University o

Washington in Seattle and completed his postgraduate training in cardi-

ology at the University of California at Davis. He started his cardiology

practice in Reno in 1985.

With his background in chemistry, his passion for winemaking grew,

and in 1975 Dr. Arger and his wife, Julie, met Joe and Alice Heitz while

honeymooning in Napa Valley. Their friendship grew and Joe invited

Kosta to come and help work the 1976 crush. After working the long

crush, Joe arranged for Kosta to get a half-ton of Cabernet Sauvignon

grapes from Nathan Fay and truck them back to Seattle.

Kosta later befriended Jo Ann and Tony Truchard, who happened to

live next door to the Argers in Reno, and Kosta began making Cabernet

Sauvignon blended with a touch of Merlot and Cabernet Franc. He has

continued to produce his Cabernet Sauvignon in this traditional

Bordeaux style since the early 1980s.

Their limited-production varietals include Syrah, Cabernet Sauvi-

gnon, Cabernet Franc and Petite Syrah Their signature reserve Cabernet

blend, named Odyssey, features rich textures and incredible layers of

flavor. Their white blend, named Iliad, contains the four aromatic vari-

etals of Viognier, Sauvignon Blanc, Gewürztraminer and Muscat. In addi

tion, when the weather conditions are just right, they produce a late

harvest Sauvignon Blanc dessert wine named Dulcinea. Their total annua

production remains under 5,000 cases.

On a beautiful day, you can taste wine in their back garden next to

the pool or stay inside for an intimate tasting. They offer many different

tasting flights and provide a unique tasting experience that can only be

had when you visit a small, family run winery that produces such excep

tional wine.

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A select group of wine lovers will be wowed by the ultimate Pinot Noir

experience. Tickets for the 10th Pinot Noir Summit are on sale now.

On Saturday, February 25, Pinot Noir lovers will gather for the

remarkable 10th Pinot Noir Summit hosted by Affairs of the Vine

at the Hilton San Francisco Financial District.The Pinot Noir Summit attracts wine lovers from the consumer,

media and trade segments. Attendees have the opportunity to pit

their palates against the expert judging panel at the Pinot Noir

Showdown, attend a Pinot Noir Workshop, enjoy wines made from

Pinot Noir at the Sparkling Wine Reception, and attend the Grand

Awards Tasting & Ceremony.

Pinot Noir Summit Agenda

• Pinot Noir Showdown – A Blind Tasting, 1:30-4 p.m.:

A distinctly different format and atmosphere from other wine-

tasting events, attendees blind taste and judge 40 of the top

wines. Male and female votes are tallied separately and

announced at the Grand Awards Ceremony.

• Pinot Noir Workshops, 4:15-5:15 p.m,

Ellen Landis, Moderator – “Sleek, Silky & Seductive – Pinot Noir”

Sid Sall, Moderator – “What Makes a Great Vintage”

• Sparkling Wine Tasting – 5:30-6 p.m. - “Wines That Dance on

Your Tongue” – Sparkling Wine Reception includes an interna-

tional selection of cheeses and other tasty tidbits.

• Grand Awards Tasting & Ceremony, 6-8:30 p.m. - The Bay

Area’s favorite meteorologist and celebrated wine aficionado,

Spencer Christian of KGO/ABC, will emcee the Grand Award

Tasting & Ceremony. Top Pinot Noir winemakers will showca

their wines with a Pinot-friendly selection of light hors d’oeu

vres. The winners will be unveiled and final results will beannounced by wine lover Christian at 8 p.m.

• Saturday, February 25, The 10th Pinot Noir Summit

Hilton San Francisco Financial District

All-day ticket, 1:30-8:30 p.m.: $130 per person

(includes The Final Showdown ... A Blind Tasting, Pinot Noi

Workshop, Sparkling Wine Reception, Pinot Noir Shootout

Grand Awards Tasting & Ceremony)

For tickets or more information, visit www.affairsofthevine.co

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Room Rate for the evening.

The Pinot Noir Summit is produced by Chief Wine Evange

Barbara Drady and Affairs of the Vine, the Sonoma-based comp

dedicated to converting people to wine.

Attendance is limited. Only 350 tickets will be sold to w

lovers who are passionate about Pinot Noir.

Winners will be announced at The Pinot Noir Summit at 8 p

on February 25.

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Wine Road Northern Sonoma County Hosts Its 34th Annual Barrel Tasting

For the first two weekends in March, visitors to SonomaCounty have the opportunity to experience young, unfinished

wines still in the barrel at Wine Road Northern Sonoma County’s

annual barrel tasting. Over the weekends of March 2-4 and 9-11,

from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., wine lovers can meet winemakers, sample

wines from the barrel and purchase “futures” at a substantial

discount. Enthusiasts can taste and then purchase the wine at the

event at a 25-30% markdown, and receive their case lot 12-18

months later. Many of the wines sampled throughout the weekend

are produced in such limited quantities that they are sold exclu-

sively as “futures.”

More than 100 wineries open their cellar doors as they celebrate

this year’s Barrel Tasting. Members of the Wine Road are located inthe Dry Creek, Russian River and Alexander Valleys in Northern

Sonoma County. A complete list of participating wineries is available

at www.wineroad.com.

Advance tickets are available online for $30 per person for one

entire weekend, including Friday. Advance tickets will be available

for purchase through February 27, at www.wineroad.com.

Tickets will also be available for purchase at participating wine

beginning on the Friday of each weekend for $40 per person.Large buses will not be allowed at this event due to limi

space. In order for wineries to be responsible hosts and provid

worthwhile experience, smaller groups of people are highly enco

aged to attend.

ABOUT WINE ROAD NORTHERN SONOMA COUNTY

The Wine Road is a travel resource for those looking to visit

region, which is famous for its renowned wine producers a

cuisine, scenic beauty and wine country lifestyle.

The association hosts three celebrated wine events through

the year, “Winter Wineland” in January; “Barrel Tasting” in Mar

and “A Wine and Food Affair” in November. Made up of 190 v

ners and 50+ lodgings throughout the Alexander, Dry Creek

Russian River valleys in Sonoma County, something is alw

going on along the Wine Road. To plan your next trip, vi

www.wineroad.com.

For additional information, or to request a free map, con

Beth Costa at 1-800-723-6336 or via e-mail at [email protected]

or visit the Wine Road on Twitter and Facebook.

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S U I S U NV A L L E YW I N E R I E S

S U I S U N V A L L E YIf this is one of your many visits to the wine country, you are no

doubt looking for something a little different. So why not change

things up and take the road less travelled through Suisun Valley “The

Napa Back Road”. We all no doubt have our favorites, but we are

always looking to one up our friends back home. Yes, that neverending search for something new and refreshing, but still preserving

all that made you first fall in love with the whole “Wine Country

Experience.”

If you are staying in downtown Napa, do you realize you are just

approximately 15 to 20 minutes away from a valley that preserved

what Napa was in the 1960s? However, the wines at such places like

Vezer Family Vineyard and the Blue Victorian Winery take advantage

of both the old traditions, such as 100% hand punched down wines,

along with implementing the important new techniques learned from

those great California winemakers over the last 50 years.

This Suisun Valley has been a long-time held secret in the wine

country. In fact, many of the locals try to continue this secret, simplybecause it is where they go to still experience those old feelings of

days gone by. Suisun Valley is where you can find wines that would

sell for over $150 a bottle at the popular better known tourist desti-

nations in Napa, for $30 to $60. These same wines have 94, 95 and

97 point rankings and medals from the greatest national and interna-

tional competitions!


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The Napa Back Road

By now, most of the avid wine connoisseurs have heard

the fabulous high-scoring Vezér wines, the Vezér Family in

Suisun Valley (vezer.com) and the sleepy 170-year-old viney

village of Mankas Corners where the family winery is locate

just 15 minutes away from your downtown Napa hotel room

Now, to add to this already incredible ambiance of this liwine oasis – in conjunction with the Las Vegas “Steakhouse

Group” and a former Hilton executive Kevin Johnson – the

Vezér family has brought a first-class dinning experience to

coveted little piece of California wine history.

The restaurant is in an 1850s old west general store and

overnight stagecoach stop located in the middle of Suisun

Valley (California’s second oldest appellation) at 2522 Mank

Corner Road, Fairfield. Professional designer Liz Vezér is ov

seeing the half million dollar renovation of the restaurant do

in beautiful craftsman style with dark walnut, Madagascar

wood finishings, rich autumn rose slate stone walls and a h

inviting black walnut bar. Quaint indoor and outdoor dininareas consist of the winemaker’s table, private couch and

armchair dining as well as luxurious leather booths that let

simply sink into and hide as you savor what just might be o

of the best meals you have ever had.

Here, you will experience some of the greatest wine

country tapas and steaks prepared by renown Chef David

Pajarillo who trained for eight years under Michael Mina’s

Las Vegas Restaurant “AQUA” and seven years with the Fou

Seasons Hotel Group in San Francisco. You will find such

favorites as the delicious Wine Stomper’s 16-ounce seasone

marbled rib-eye, spiced organic chicken breasts, baked duc

salmon, blackened sea bass, grass-fed beef, jumbo prawns

and, yes, Rutherford-style dry-rubbed St. Louis ribs. Come

early and enjoy a pomegranate mojito at the full bar or the

wine list that sports everything from a 1953 Chateau Latou

to the finest California boutique-only wines like Gem Ston

Winter and, of course, the world-famous Vezér La Salette

Petite Sirah blend.

Stop by and make a full day of it at the Vezér Winery, the

Blue Victorian Winery and the private family ranch and tast

room.

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Ever feel like someone is watching over you? If yes, perhaps Mary

Ann Winkowski can help you get in touch with them. Winkowski is

the well-known paranormal investigator who was the inspiration

behind the TV series “Ghost Whisperer.”

She will be making two West Coast appearances at the Napa

Valley Wine Train on March 9 and 10. Guests will be able to hear her

speak, participate in a Q&A and dine with Mary Ann on the Wine

Train.

Mary Ann recently released her newest book: “Beyond Delicious:

the Ghost Whisperer’s Cookbook.” Guests of the two Wine Train

shows will be able to ask questions about the recipes and her experi-

ences with earthbound spirits – those who have not yet “entered the

light, and crossed over.” She will even take questions from the crowd

about ghosts or removing negative energy off a person.“I cannot wait to see the ‘unpaid guests’ on the Wine Train. Could

be dead train owners, conductors, engineers, past travelers, vineyard

owners, workers or how about a wine connoisseur. Maybe even

someone attached to a guest on the train,” Mary Ann said.

Tickets for the two events begin at $150 per person for the

Gourmet lunch or dinner on the Napa Valley Wine Train and in

station presentation by Mary Ann.

Friday Lunch: 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

• From 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.

In station wine tasting and Wine Train speech

• From 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.:Lunch and casual visiting with guests on Train

• From 2:45 to 3:45 p.m.:

One hour presentation and

questions from guest

• From 3:45 to 4:15 p.m.:

Book signing

Saturday Dinner:

4:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

• From 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.:

One hour presentation and

questions from guest• From 5:30 to 6 p.m.:

Book signing

• From 6:30 to 9:30 p.m.:

Dinner and casual visiting

with guests on Train

For more information,

call 1-800-427-4124 or

go on the website to:

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Charles Krug Winery is throwing a birthday party for everybody’s favorite Prussian re

lutionary, entrepreneur and the founder of Napa Valley’s first winery – Charles Krug

course. Special guests at the dinner will include family proprietor Peter Mondavi Jr., Cha

Krug winemaker Stacy Clark and spirit medium Leanne Thomas. The birthday celebra

will feature appetizers followed by a seated dinner paired with Charles Krug wines.

Leanne Thomas will attempt to channel Charles Krug himself, to send him birth

wishes in honor of his 187th. Leanne has already visited Charles Krug’s estate in order to

a feel for the historic spaces and she feels confident she made some spirit connections w

she was here. With her help, attendees will be able to ask Charles Krug a few questions

long as we’ve got his attention. How often do you get to wish someone a happy 18

birthday?

While Charles Krug was actually born on March 1, 1925, his 187th birthday partSaturday, March 3, beginning at 6 p.m. upstairs in the Carriage House. The Carriage Hou

one of two historic buildings on the winery estate, was built in 1881 to house the horses

carriages owned by Charles Krug’s wife, Carolina.

Charles Krug Winery has been in the Peter Mondavi Family for nearly 70 of its 150 ye

The Peter Mondavi Family has recently extensively replanted the winery’s estate vineya

with noble red Bordeaux varietals, and practices sustainable viticulture on their 850 pr

Napa Valley acres. Those efforts to steward the land and preserve the winery’s histor

legacy are earning new respect for a family long identified with California wine. To le

more about Charles Krug Winery and the vision of Cesare and Rosa Mondavi, v

CharlesKrug.com.

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David Fulton Winery, a historic Petite Sirah producer, announced

the two newest accolades to be given to their 2008 Petite Sirah, Old

Vines, from their St. Helena Estate:The first silver medal was awarded at the International Women’s

Wine Competition: A partnership of Vineyard & Winery ManagementMagazine and Women & Wine. Women & Wine connects with over

50% of the wine industry from winemakers to winery owners, public

relations, sales and marketing teams, winery associations, writers,bloggers, website owners and more in the US … and around the globe.

Women tend to choose and buy eight out of every 10 bottles of wine

drunk at home*. That’s why this competition, judged entirely bywomen, was conceived in 2005.

A second silver medal was awarded to David Fulton’s 2008 PetiteSirah at the 2012 San Francisco Chronicle Wine Competition. The

2012 event has set a new American wine competition record with an

astounding 5,500 entries. For nine consecutive years, this prestig

competition holds strong as the “Largest Competition of Amer

Wines in the World.”Bob Fraser, SFCWC Executive Director,says “We are thrilled

wineries all over the United States understand and respect outstanding caliber of our 65 judges from throughout the w

industry and the country.”

“We have one vineyard and make just one wine here at DFulton Winery. Our total production is only around 400 cases a y

(The Valley’s largest winery produces 9 million cases a year) We ha

sort our grapes three times before fermentation and have a three yaging program before release.” Says Stephanie Trotter Zacharia, DF

Director of Winemaking “If you’d like to visit, we’re proud to not opour a couple of vintages of our Petite Sirah for you but also p

Sauvignon Blanc, Zinfandel and a Riesling style wine called One

Kiss from our neighbor’s Scott & Jana Harvey’s winery. Their woclass wines are otherwise not available for tasting here in the Vall

The 2008 Old-Vines Petite Sirah holds true to previous releaseelegance. This vintage provides a wider range of bright, high-tone flavors emanating from the expected deep, dark color of the vari

We found pleasing aromas of blackberry, fig, cinnamon, dark bakchocolate and licorice along with flavors of red cherry, boysenbe

raspberry, and distinct vanilla on the palate. With soft tannins, th

a round, velvety, silky wine that will not need much cellaring to enThe David Fulton Winery 2008 Petite Sirah is grown in the hist

St. Helena, estate vineyards planted in 1860. David Fulton also b

the town’s first stone wine cellar under the winery next to it just year later. He also invented the famous “Fulton One Horse Plo

This exact location is where the wine is still made today – in much

same way.The vineyard and winery’s current owners are David Fulton’s gr

grandson, Fulton Mather and his wife, Dink. The grapes are piceach year and sorted along with wine club members, friends

family, by hand before fermentation. The fermented grapes are tpressed out in a traditional basket press and the wine aged for ne

three years in thin-staved French oak barrels. The resulting win

consistently highly acclaimed among their peers and a favorite refeamong Petite Sirah fans.

David Fulton Winery & Vineyards is located at 825 Fulton L

just four blocks east of Hwy 29, in Napa Valley’s historic St. Hel Visitors are invited to the winery any Friday through Monday from

to 4 for tasting. Other times may be available by appointment. Toffer in addition to two vintages of the award winning Petite Si

tastings of “Our Sweet Petite”, a port style wine. All have very lim

productions. You should note that the winery doesn’t have commercial signage, so you’ll have to look for the address (825 Fu

Lane) to enjoy the winery’s private setting!*According to Vinexpo 2009 survey, women choose and buy eight ou

every 10 bottles of wine that are drunk at home. “Women and Wine,” a st

of 4,306 women in France, Germany, the UK, Japan and the US, was carout between January and March this year among the readers of Decanter

Livingetc magazines. The research was commissioned as part of a regu

annual survey by Vinexpo, the world’s largest wine and spirit exhibition.

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Acclaimed chef of Michelin-starred Redd presents casual, wine country pizzeria

Acclaimed chef Richard Reddington of the Michelin-starred restaurant Redd, recently intro-

duced his latest venture, Redd Wood. Centrally located in the idyllic town of Yountville, the

highly anticipated Redd Wood is a casual wine country pizzeria featuring wood-fired pizzas

and pastas and a locally diverse and approachable wine list, amid a contemporary, industrial-

chic design.

Former Redd chef Jacob Kossman joins Reddington in Redd Wood’s open kitchen to

present an approachable, daily-changing menu focused on wood-burning oven-baked pizzas,

house-made pastas and seasonally-inspired side and main dishes. Sample menu items include

warm olives ($5); romaine, anchovy, lemon, garlic, crouton ($10); pizzas such as: oregano,

garlic and chili (no cheese) ($10); fresh mozzarella and basil ($11); prosciutto cotto, Brussels

sprouts, tellagio, red onion ($14); sausage, broccoli, chili, pickled peppers ($15); and pastas

including: pappardelle, rabbit, savoy cabbage, parmesan ($16); and lamb bolognese, arancini,

tapenade ($18). From the dedicated charcuterie room

comes Redd Wood’s house-cured prosciutto and salumi.

As with Redd, winner of a Michelin star for six consec-

utive years, Redd Wood reflects the dedication of a chef

who, after spending 15 years in some of the best kitchens

in the U.S. and Europe, has found the ideal balance of

serious food and unpretentious environment. Named

“Rising Star” by San Francisco Chronicle’s Michael Bauer in

1998, and “Best Rising Chef” by San Francisco Magazine in

2003.

At Redd Wood, Chef Reddington teams up with highly-

regarded St. Helena-based interior designer Erin Martin of

Erin Martin Design to create a decidedly unique wine

country restaurant. Layering raw elements of unfinished

stone, steel, glass and wood, Martin creates texture while

providing a warm, neutral color palette. All boldly-scaled,

custom-fabricated pieces sit side-by-side, one-of-a-kind

salvaged objects for an overall design that is simultaneously

modern rustic and comfortable.

In the dining room, which seats 40, exposed, rich

cocoa-colored wooden lathe lining walls, mismatched

chairs and curious found objects create an impression of

spontaneity and a comfortable, relaxed ambiance. Tufted

leather banquettes and provocative hand-written quotes

inscribed surreptitiously throughout the space inspire

comfortable conversation among dining guests. A central

white stone wine table anchored from above by a large

brass-dipped buoy draws focus to the thoughtfully-curated

wine list created by master sommelier William Sherer.

Focusing on interesting, approachably-priced local wines,

Redd Wood also offers a larger, more encompassing reserve

list upon request.

Redd Wood is open for lunch and dinner seven days a

week. Redd Wood is located at 6755 Washington Street in

Yountville. For more information, visit the website at

www.redd-wood.com or call (707) 299-5030.

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What could be more relaxing than a stay at the Golden Haven Spaand Resort in Calistoga?

Start your days off with a dip in the resort’s hot springs mineralpool, enjoy any of a number of spa treatments Golden Haven offers,and then head out for a day of wine tasting. When you come back tothe resort, rest in your newly remodeled, cozy and charming room orrelax out on the sun deck; then stroll into downtown Calistoga fordinner.

Act now and you can book Golden Haven’s most popular room,the Jacuzzi room, which features a full size whirlpool spa, a luxu-rious king bed (located a short dive from the whirlpool), vaultedceilings and dressing area. The hot water in the private in-room

whirlpool spa, as well as the rest of the resorts baths, showers andpools, is the natural Calistoga hot springs mineral water (cooled to110 degrees) that has made Calistoga the premier spa destination inwine country.

Even if you’re lodging somewhere else, or you live locally, GoldenHaven Spa has the perfect spa package for you. Golden Haven

proudly specializes in couple spa packages – in fact Golden Haven

one of the few Napa Valley spas where couples can actually enjoy streatments side-by-side.

Start off your spa day with an immersion mud bath – if you’ve nhad one before, it’s an epiphany for all of your senses. The combinatof clay, peat and hot springs mineral waters in the mud bath relaxesmuscles and joints, detoxifies, and leaves the skin soft and renewed.

After your mud bath, shower off, hop in the Jacuzzi for a while athen enjoy a quiet, soothing massage, facial, herbal facial, Europeanbody wrap or mineral bath. Feel the stress melt away!

Golden Haven also offers manyother specials: a Girlfriend SpaSpecial, perfect for a girls’weekend away; midweek specials,

if your vacation plans bring you tothe Napa Valley Monday-Thursday; and Solo Specials, if you want to take in some spatreatments on your own.

Golden Haven Hot Springs Spaand Resort is located at 1713 LakeStreet in Calistoga, just a fewminutes walk to downtown Calis-toga’s wine tasting venues, shop-ping and world-class restaurants.

For more information or to

book a reservation, call GoldenHaven at (707) 942-8000 or go towww.goldenhaven.com.


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by Sue Straight, The Wine Wench

The Pink Mansion is a Victorian mansionturned into a bed-and-breakfast-inn located

within walking distance to the charming,

wine-infused hamlet of Calistoga.Two potted palms sit sentry at the front

entrance on the road. You pass through thefront entry, go up a few stairs and find your-

self on a mossy brick pathway that meanders

its way through the front yard (complete witha bamboo shaded koi pond) to the front steps

of the Victorian. A covered porch, painted

bright white, wraps all the way around thehouse, with white wicker furniture in front

that invites you to sit a spell and enjoy a glassof locally produced wine.

Once inside, you may just sigh with plea-

sure, as I did. The first thing I noticed wasthe mouthwatering aroma of the place (I’m

funny that way) – it smells like gingerbread

and yummy breakfast food, mixed with a

hint of beeswax. I also noticed the gorgeous,

historically correct interior. In the frontparlor, the ceiling is literally a work of art, a

crystal chandelier sparkles in the Calistogasunshine and beautiful, well-polishedantique furniture is everywhere. From the

front parlor, beveled glass doors open intothe dining room, where a full-on gourmet

breakfast is served daily. The dining room

also boasts a huge window, complete with awindow seat spanning its length, offering a

great view of the northern Napa Valley.

The house was built in 1875 and muchthe original cabinetry, doorknobs and ac

sories (such as the beveled glass doors) still in use. The hardwood floors and st

creak with authenticity. You can feel history of this place.

There are seven guest rooms (some of

rooms are huge deluxe suites), all tastefdecorated in true Victorian style. Every ro

has beautiful antique pieces and cushy, co

looking beds. For those who cannot letheir technology behind, WiFi is avail

throughout the inn.Now for something you’ll really like –

is the ONLY bed and breakfast in N

County with a heated indoor swimming pThe pool was added in 1958 and it is fanta

This unique inn is a wonderful place

stay. For more information, call (707) 90558, or visit www.pinkmansion.com.

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Line up includes culinary stars and wine experts from across the country

On Friday and Saturday, March 23 and 24, Chef Charlie Palmerwill take over Sonoma Wine Country with top food and wine talent

by his side for the Seventh Annual Pigs & Pinot Weekend.

Held at the award-winning Hotel Healdsburg – located in sereneHealdsburg where the celebrated appellations of Alexander Valley, Dry

Creek Valley and Russian River Valley converge – this charitable cele-bration has become a coveted event amongst pork and wine enthusi-

asts who are eager to experience the creations of more than 60

wineries and 10 chefs who showcase their talents each year.This year’s participating pork authorities include:

• Guy Fieri, Restaurateur, Television Personality:NBC and Food Network, Best-selling Author

• Michael Mina, Owner/Chef,

MICHAEL MINA San Francisco and Las Vegas• Casey Thompson, Top Chef Season 3 Finalist

• Michael White, Owner/Chef, Marea,

Osteria Morini and Ai Fiori in New York CityAnd, to guide us on an illuminating red wine experience, the

featured Pinot pros include:• Bob Cabral, Williams Selyem

• Janie Brooks Heuck, Brooks

• Steve Kanzler, Kanzler Vineyards• Aurélien Verdet, Domaine Aurélien Verdet

The 2012 Pigs & Pinot event presents a stimulating line-up of foand wine seminars, tastings and cook-offs, all of which will ben

Share Our Strength® and Here for Them’s “Russ’s Kitchen” project“Each year, we continue to be amazed with the overwhelm

support of both our professionals and guests who eagerly travel fr

near and far to be a part of this event,” shares Chef Charlie Palm“The fact that we are able to carry on this fun tradition while rais

significant resources for deserving charities is a true accomplishmeDue to the wonderful attention and support from fellow pork

Pinot lovers, tickets to this event quickly sell-out. Those interested

attending the event should frequently visit www.PigsandPinot.comticket sales dates, updates and new offerings.

Hotel Healdsburg is offering two special guest packages. Both pa

ages include tickets to all events for two, VIP check-in to all events exclusive access to the Pigs & Pinot Gala. Due to the high demand

limited amount of hotel packages, these will be available via a lottsystem this year. To sign up on the mailing list to alert you of

submission dates, visit www.hotelhealdsburg.com/pigsandpinot.Tickets to the individual events will be available Friday, January

2012 and can be purchased online at www.pigsandpinot.com.

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FEB 14 – Spoonbar’s Valentine’s Menu – 5:30-9:30pm, 707-433-7222, 4-us mu, $55

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ALDERBROOK WINERY BY SUe StrAight, the Wine Wench

Delicious, award-winning wines, warm hospitality, great gift shopping, onof the best picnic spots in Sonoma County and much more all await you at Alderbrook Winery.

Located just west of the wine-and-food-infused hamlet of Healdsburg, Alderbrook Winery is a must-stop during your Sonoma County wineadventure.

The tasting room is housed in a modern farmhouse, painted a subtle sagegreen with white trim. There is a roomy covered patio in front, with a few taband chairs scattered about. Vineyards and attractive landscaping surround thtasting room, winery and administrative buildings. Behind the tasting room ilarge, grassy picnic area (again, surrounded by vineyards) with several picnictables always set up and ready for visitors to relax and stay a while.

Inside the tasting room, a multitude of large windows and glass doors lin the Sonoma sunshine and the light colored wooden walls and hardwarefloors help to create a bright, cheerful ambience. During the winter, visitorcan linger in cushy armchairs or a large sofa in front of a roaring fire, so evif the weather is cold and gray outside, the tasting room always has a warm

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Sonoma County’s gourmand mecca offers epicurean travelers great

off-season rates and can’t-miss events, experiences and eats

For the first time ever, the charming town of Healdsburg has united

its celebrated restaurants, renowned Sonoma County wineries, and

illustrious hotels and lodging partners for “Epicurean Winter,” a new

seasonal program offering unique culinary events and special lodging

packages to attract visitors during the mild winter months. Download

the entire Epicurean Winter event calendar at www.healdsburg.com.

“Winter is a great time to visit,” says Mo McElroy, CEO of the

Healdsburg Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau. “Healdsburg is

warm, cozy and delicious – the trifecta of fun during winter months.

The Epicurean Winter program gives us a easy way to entice people to

experience what sets Healdsburg apart – it’s a fantastic culinary mecca

that remains true to its agricultural roots.”

Epicurean Winter runs now through March 31, and includes

gourmet events, family activities, budget-friendly options, outdoor

recreation and romantic escapes for Valentine’s celebrations.

February event highlights include:

• February 9-10: Royal Flush Feast – Three-course progressive

“dine around” nights, with the added fun of putting together a

poker-hand at each stop; final hand played at Dry Creek Kitchen

for dessert and prizes.

• February 10-12: Healdsburg Wild Steelhead Festival – Festivities

include fly fishing, cooking demos, wine tasting and fish dishes

weekend long; entrance is complimentary.

• February 16-20: Wild Mushroom Weekend – Four-day weeke

features foraging events, cooking classes, mushroom and wine-

pairing dinners, and other mycology-related events.

Valentine’s Day “Stay & Play” Packages

• Wine Country Uncorked at the Healdsburg Inn on the Plaza –

package includes signature breakfast, wine and hors d’oeuvres

rates start at $165; king room with jetted spa tub at $195; availa

throughout February.

• Epicurean Winter Romance Package at Dry Creek Inn Best

Western – package includes a luxury Tuscan room with jacuzzi

and fireplace; special in-room massage rates and restaurant

discount; rates start at $89/person; valid select dates in February

• The Ultimate Getting Over the Break-Up Package at the Came

Inn – Guaranteed to put you on the road to break-up recovery.

Includes: two nights in a queen room, full breakfast, evening wiand cheese tasting, a self-improvement break-up recovery book

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“Fun” and “colorful” are words often used

to describe the unique works of local artist

Douglas DeVivo whose retrospective of 15

years as a collage artist is currently on

display at the Charles Creek Tasting Room &

Gallery.

“I paint with paper,” says the artist, “creating

depth and shadow from bits of written text, old

illustrated technology and slivers of our

personal history. My process is quick and

instinctual; there is something meditative about

cutting and laying paper. Time just flies

away…”Beyond the surface appeal that encourages

comfortable engagement with each piece, the

viewer will find layer upon layer of depth,

complexity and ever-changing perspectives.

“The early work,” DeVivo observes, “is so different; I was into furni-

ture making at the time so most are ‘boxed’ (three dimensional). Over

the years the work has become more open, m

emotional and visually complex. These collages

you on so many different levels. Each one harich visual history; they bring back memories. Y

can look forever and never see it all!”

Douglas DeVivo lives and works in Jenn

California. This show will run through March 31, 2012.

Specializing in high quality Chardonnay, Merlot and Cabe

Sauvignon (as well as microscopic quantities of Pinot Grigio, Mer

Sangiovese and Tempranillo) from great vineyard sources, Cha

Creek Vineyard produces wines that are fruit driven , food frien

and easily paired with the courses of a meal. The winery Tas

Room is conveniently situated in a charming 1890s era storefront

the historic Sonoma Plaza. In addition wine tasting and sales,

Tasting Room also provides space to show the work of local artis

The Charles Creek Vineyard Tasting Room and Gallery, o

seven days a week from 11 a.m. – 6 p.m., is located at 483 First

West, on the historic Plaza in downtown Sonoma. For more in

mation, call (707) 935-3848 or email [email protected].

Collage Retrospective by Douglas DeVivoat the Charles Creek Tasting Room & Gallery

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A trio of North Bay singer-songwriters highlight the February

edition of Meadowcroft Family of Wines’ Songwriters In Sonoma

series. John Courage, B.C. Fitzpatrick and Judah Nagler headline the

7 p.m. show on Thursday, February 16th in the Meadowcroft tasting

room at 23574 Arnold Drive/Hwy 121 in the Cornerstone Sonomacommunity. Admission to the show is $10 per person. In addition to

a full menu of wine selections, cheese plates with charcuterie will be

available for purchase as well as a selection from Chef Darby’s Hot

Pot. Reservations may be made by calling the tasting room at (707)

934-4090 or online at [email protected].

Songwriters in Sonoma is produced by Meadowcroft Wines and

sponsored by MusicNomad.com. The monthly show is booked and

hosted by Gerard Serafini, owner of Sonoma Valley Music store who

also provides the sound and lighting for the shows.

“Our continuing Songwriters In Sonoma series gets a little bit

edgier this month with the three outstanding performing song-writers,” said Tom Meadowcroft, owner and winemaker of Meadow-

croft Wines. “This show presents an example of the wide-ranging

talent that exists in the North Bay area and Sonoma County.”

Upon returning to Sonoma County after a residence in Santa Fe,

New Mexico, John Courage assembled The Great Plains consisting of

friends Francesco Catania on lead guitar and keyboards; Kevin

Carducci on bass and Dan Ford on drums. Laden with rich vocal

harmonies and a unique take on the genre, they have recorded a

soon-to-be-released CD, all the while garnering a nod for the 2011

Best Americana Band by the North Bay Bohemian. As a solo

performer, John has opened shows for Ramblin’ Jack Elliot,

Commander Cody and his Lost Planet Airmen, The Devil MakesThree and many others.

Born in San Francisco, B.C. Fitzpatrick spent most of his life in

small towns north of the Golden Gate Bridge. When asked about his

music and what he does, he replies that he tends to reflect on his

youth and the immeasurable hours he spent unsupervised exploring

his hometown. And when he thinks about it now, not much has

changed since then, since he still continues to rummage the dry creek

beds, railroad yards and eucalyptus groves in search of another song.

Judah Nagler is an internationally travelled musician and Sonoma

County native living in Petaluma, who writes and performs in The

Velvet Teen and Odd Bird. He has performed in Europe, Japan and

all over the U.S. with bands such as Deathcab for Cutie, Cursive,

Minus the Bear, Mew, P.O.S. and Jimmy Eatworld. Never satis

with treading the same ground, his sound is not easily pigeonho

but his songs share the common thread of his voice and experien

Meadowcroft Family of Wines includes the Meadowcroft, Thom

Henry and Foyt Family labels. The tasting room is located withinCornerstone Sonoma complex that features 24 world class gard

art galleries and cutting edge design shops all set among acres of v

yards.

Meadowcroft Family of Wines is open daily from 11 a.m. to 6 p

The venue is available for private parties, private tastings, w

dinners and other events. With plenty of free parking at Corners

Sonoma, the area is a perfect setting for any type of event, b

indoors or outdoors. For information or to make reservations,

(707) 934-4090.

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St. Francis Winery & Vineyards, a pioneer of ultra-premium

Sonoma County winemaking, having recently announced the retire-

ment of winemakers Tom Mackey and Dennis Borell, is pleased tointroduce Katie Madigan as its new Sonoma County Winemaker.

“We’ve had a very important changing of the guard here at St.

Francis,” Winery President and CEO Christopher Silva said. “This is

the next generation of winemaking at St. Francis. Upon the retirement

of Tom Mackey and Dennis Borell, we’ve put into place our young, but

incredibly talented all-female winemaking team to continue our legacy.

As our Sonoma County Winemaker, Katie Madigan will work closely

with our Artisan Winemaker Heather Munden as we continue to focus

on 100% hand-picked, Sonoma County grapes in every St. Francis

wine. It is all about quality and this is

an exciting moment for St. Francis

Winery. Indeed, we intend to use thismoment.”

Madigan majored in chemistry at

UC Santa Barbara and first joined St.

Francis as a harvest intern in 2002. In

2004, she became a full-time lab tech-

nician at St. Francis and furthered her

knowledge of wines by studying

Enology & Viticulture at UC Davis. She

was promoted to Assistant Winemaker

in 2006, concentrating on Chardonnay production and champion

St. Francis’ night-picking of its Chardonnay fruit to preserve its m

delicate qualities. Madigan had been elevated to Associate Winemain 2010.

Guests are invited to visit St. Francis Winery & Vineyards

enjoy the taste of Sonoma’s bold-flavored and fruit-forward wines

well as the winery’s acclaimed daily wine and food pairings prepa

by St. Francis Executive Chef David Bush.

For more information about St. Francis Winery & Vineyards,

1-888-675-WINE, look to the web at www.stfranciswinery.com

visit 100 Pythian Road at Highway 12 in Santa Rosa.



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For the seventh consecutive year, the Anderson Valley WinegrowersAssociation will host the International Alsace Varietals Festival – an

event that has become a popular showcase for Alsace-style white winesfrom around the world. The 2012 festival, to be held February 18-19,will also feature a celebrity chef cooking demonstration and a NewZealand Riesling challenge.

Producers from both near and far will pour five highlighted vari-etals during the two-day celebration: Riesling, Gewürztraminer, PinotGris, Pinot Blanc and Muscat. Festival events will include a technicalconference, a cooking demonstration by Food Network star chef BeauMacMillan, a grand tasting, a group winemaker dinner and wineryopen houses.

The technical conference on Saturday morning will highlight perti-nent issues in winemaking and grape growing for these varietals, withtalks by industry experts and winemakers. The conference will also

include a New Zealand Riesling challenge, with attendees tasting 12Rieslings – all sourced from the same vineyard, but crafted by wine-makers from around the country. Tasters will try to identify whichelements originate from the vineyard site, and which from the wine-makers.

The Alsace Varietals Grand Tasting on Saturday afternoon willshowcase aromatic white wines from approximately 40 producers.Fantastic small bites, including fresh oysters and dishes from several

well-known chefs, will be paired with the wines.

Chef Beau MacMillian – former “Iron Chef America” winn

current “The Next Iron Chef” challenger and executive chef at Scodale’s Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain – will host an engaging

educational cooking demonstration with chef Francois de Melo

(former executive chef at Dayboat Restaurant, Copper Beech Inn

Pili Pili). Together they will cook Asian-inspired and Alsace-s

dishes for attendees, pairing them with the highlighted wines. Atdees will be able to savor both dishes at the grand tasting and try t

own food and wine pairings based on the chefs’ recommendation

Participating wineries at the festival normally include: Anne A

Vineyards, Arista, Banyan/The Hobo Wine Co., Alderbrook Win

Bowers Harbor, Brandborg Vineyard & Winery, Breggo Cellars, Bro Winery, Grand Traverse, Chateau Ste. Michelle, Chehalem, Claibo

& Churchill, Claudia Springs Winery, Domaine Charles BaDomaine Marc Kreydenweiss, Domaine Weinbach, Domai

Schlumberger, Esterlina Vineyards, Foris Vineyards Winery, Grazi

Family of Wines, Greenwood Ridge Vineyards, Gundlach Bundsc

Hagafen Cellars, Handley Cellars, Husch Vineyards, La Roch Winery, Lazy Creek Vineyards, Left Foot Charley, Londer Vineya

McFadden Farm, Navarro Vineyards, New York Finger Lakes W

Alliance, New Zealand Winegrowers Association, Phillips Hill Est

Winery, Philo Ridge Vineyards, Robert Sinskey, Sheldrake Point, Ste

Wines, Tatomer Wines, Thomas Fogarty Winery, Toulouse Vineya

Tudor Wines, Valckenberg, Zina Hyde Cunningham and Zin V Vineyards, among others.

The winemaker dinner at Scharffenberger Cellars on Saturevening will focus on Alsace-style wines (including Pinot N

produced by participating wineries. The gourmet, sit-down meal

offer attendees a chance to meet and get to know each winemaker taste their favorite wines.

On Sunday, local wineries will host open houses that include

music, vineyard tours, food and wine pairings, and more.

A detailed schedule for the weekend follows and any additi

information about the event can be found at the Anderson Valley W

growers Association website at www.avwines.com, or by contacting Association via e-mail at [email protected], or by phone at (707) 8

WINE. Tickets are on sale and can be purchased online.

Seventh Annual Alsace Varietals Festival to ShowcaseInternational Whites, a Celebrity Chef Demo and More

• Technical Conference: Saturday, February 18, $45Mendocino County Fairgrounds, 14400 Hwy. 128, Boonville

• Cooking Demonstration with Food Network Chef Beau

MacMillan: Saturday, February 18• Alsace Varietals Grand Tasting: Saturday, February 18, $65

Mendocino County Fairgrounds, 14400 Hwy. 128, Boonville• Alsace Festival Winemaker Dinner: Saturday, February 18,

$125, Scharffenberger Cellars, 8501 Highway 128, Philo• Winery Open Houses: Sunday, February 19, All Day

A list of participating wineries and event details are online awww.avwines.com.


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Treasure Island Flea becomes the TI Flea Pop-Up as they move

indoors for the winter months January through March. The inside

venue will allow the show to go on rain or shine and is being held in

the historic, One Avenue of the Palms building located on Treasure

Island. This is the last standing and useable building from the 1939

San Francisco World’s Fair. The TI Flea Pop-Up will be held the last

Saturday and Sunday of each month with later show hours begin-

ning at 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. each day. The first show will be January

28-29.

“This is the only two-day monthly show in Northern California

and the first to move indoors for the winter months. The TI Flea is a

hybrid marketplace that hosts artists, indie, etsy and steampunk

designers while also including the more traditional vendors,

exhibiting vintage, antiques and collectibles. Not only are you going

to experience great shopping but also the best SF gourmet food,

wines and local upcoming bands. When we started this market we

knew we were going to have to produce a show of shows to get

8,000 to 10,000 attendees out to Treasure Island. Most Bay Area resi-

dents have never had a reason or even knew they could go out to

Treasure Island. I can’t tell you how many people have approache

me and have said how easy it was to get to the island and how be

tiful Treasure Island is. It only takes ten minutes from downtown

San Francisco and the muni 108 runs every 20 minutes, 24 hours

day, seven days a week,” said, co-founder Charles Ansanelli. “As w

move forward to our second year we look to add even more uniqu

shopping, DIY classes, entertainment and new specialty foods, like

seafood grotto with live lobsters and shell fish. The sky is really th

limit, as we are on an island oasis with all the room in the world t

expand and continue to make this the show where you are sure to

experience the unique, cool and unusual,” said co-founder, Angie

Ansanelli.

Show Dates for the 2012 Indoor TI Flea Pop-Up

Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. both days

• February: 25-26

• March: 24-25

Treasure Island is a 400-acre, flat, manmade island that was art

cially constructed in 1936-1937 for the San Francisco World’s Fai

hosted on the island in 1939.

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TREASURE ISLANDBODEGA WINE ESTATES751 13 S a Avu i, tasu isad, Sa fasf, Sa ad Su m 1 6pm, 415-525-4154Free tasting for two with ad

A collection of family wineries – the venue promises a truly unique

and enjoyable wine tasting experience with spectacular views of the

City. Bring your lunch/picnic to enjoy with wine on the terrace.

Knightswood wines are crafted to allow them express the nature of

the vineyards' locale, giving voice to the elements of sun, wind and rain

unique to each. Stein Family Wines – Got honest wine? We do.

Our wines celebrate being alive and show life’s creative essence. We make sure the

folks who grow and make it enjoy some of its dreams, too. Why? Because fair is fair.

Great wines made the right way: steinfamilywines.com/donations.

KENDRIC VINEYARDS

tasu isad, Sa fas(707) 363-9462 • www.kdvyads.mKendric Vineyards crafts cellar-worthy Pinot Noir and Syrah from our

vineyards in Marin and Amador counties. We are excited to here,

alongside the other artisan wineries of Treasure Island."

THE WINERY SF 200 California Ave. Bldg 180 N, Treasure Island, Daily 12pm-5pm

415-SF -JUICE • www.winery-sf.com – The Winery SF brings the Cali-

fornia wine experience to San Francisco. It's 20,000 sq. ft. winery, tasting

room, and event center allows visitors to experience the winemaking

process first-hand while enjoying award-winning wines from Napa,

Sonoma, and beyond. Tours available by appointment.

Wine Tasting on TREASURE ISLAND

Treasure Island Flea to Move Indoors the Historic 1939

World’s Fair Building for the 2012 Winter Months



BY lAUrA neSSLivermore Cabernet has bested the lot of ’em – more than 3000entries – to take Best Red bragging rights at the 2012 San FranciscoChronicle Competition. Kudos to winemaker Mark Clarin for thisoutstanding achievement, and one of which every Livermore Cabernetlover can be proud. The 2008 Livermore Valley Cabernet SauvignonReserve ($36) outscored its way to the top through a thick field of Cabernets, including submissions by a dozen other Livermorewineries and strong competition from big Napa names.

Among other Livermore locals bringing home the bacon were BentCreek, who won Best of Class for their ’09 Cabernet and Cuda Ridge,who scored Best of Class for their ’09 Merlot. Wente scored gold fortheir ’07 Merlot and Best of Class for Syrah under the nth degree label.

Thomas Coyne, too, brought home Best of Class for their “Quest”Rhone blend, at $24, a veritable steal.

Darcie Kent scored Double Gold for her 2010 De MayoChardonnay, while McGrail took home silver for their Livermore

Valley Chard. It was pretty much heigh-ho silver for Charles R, StRidge, Nottingham Cellars and Wood Family Chardonnays.

Concannon did not disappoint in the realm of Petite Sirbringing home gold for the 2008 Livermore Valley Captain JReserve. They also took Gold for their 2010 Chardonnay, 2008 Syand 2008 “Mother Vine” Cabernet Sauvignon.

Cuda Ridge and Nottingham scored silver for their ’09 Liverm Valley Cabs in the $30 to $35 category, and the ’08 Steven Kent Livmore Valley Cabernet scored silver in the $40 to $49 category. In over $60 category, Wente brought home silver for their ’09 Liverm Valley Cab, and so did Concannon, for their 2007 Heritage seLivermore Valley Cab.

In Bordeaux blends, Murietta’s Well scored silver for “The Sp

while Crooked Vine scored gold for their ’09 “Moxie” blend, wRetzlaff tagging a bronze onto their 2005 Cab/Merlot blend. The “Conjugation” from Fenestra took silver.

In other reds and blends, Concannon scored silver for “CrimsonClover,” Tamas Estates appropriately got a double gold for th“Double Decker” and Bent Creek scored silver for their 2009 “RedRed.”

In the Zin category, both Charles R and Wood Family came awwith golds. Silver for the ’09 Crackerbox. Both Fenestra and Longescored silver for their Tempranillo. A very respectable performancearound. Way to show ’em, Livermore!

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LIVERMORE WINE COUNTRYLONGEVITY WINES2271 Su Vas rd. S B, lvm, 925-443-WineThe winery is family owned and operated by Phil and Debra Long, along

with their resident wine dog, PressTon. Come and enjoy tasting Longevity’s

flagship wines, “Deb-ru vee”, their Rhone-style blend, and “Phil-osophy,”

their Bordeaux-style blend as well as many others.

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The Only Winemaker Dinner of its Kind!

What other dinner do you have the opportunity to taste up to

25 wineries, then choose one winery and sit down with the wine-

maker for a five-course meal? This is it! Join us for an elegant

dinner and your own personal winemaker, all in the beautifulShadowbrook Restaurant. Dinner will be prepared for you by local

chef Ashley Hosmer.

The 18th annual Ultimate Winemakers Dinner will be held on

Tuesday, February 28. This is a rare opportunity to taste the fabu-

lous wines of up to 25 Santa Cruz Mountains Winegrowers, and

then be escorted to an intimate dinner. You will enjoy the

outstanding ambiance, cuisine, and service of the Shadowbrook

Restaurant, which is closed to the general public and open exclu-

sively for the guests of the Santa Cruz Mountains Winegrowers.

You will arrive one half hour before your seating time to enjoy

wine tasting and a silent auction in the restaurant’s stunning Rock

Room Lounge. In the dining room you will be joined by one of ourlocal vintners who will share their wines with dinner. The chef of

Shadowbrook Restaurant will design a special five-course menu to

accompany the wines selected for the evening.

Ashley Hosmer, a true local, born into a well-known and highly

respected Santa Cruz family and a graduate of Harbor High

School, has recently been elevated to the post of Executive Chef at

the “World Famous and Local Favorite,” Shadowbrook Restaur

Chef Hosmer is also a graduate of the California Culin

Academy and the Le Cordon Bleu Program. She has

employed at Shadowbrook for many years as the Sous Chef a

having worked for St. Regis Hotel in Princeville, Kauai. Her precessor, Chef Ross McKee, is leaving to take a position with a C

fornia based boutique hotel group with operating restaurants

This dinner always sells out far in advance. Tickets are $

per person (for gourmet meal, wine, tax, and gratuity) Rese

tions are required. Sorry, the fee is not refundable after Febru

20. If you should need to cancel after that date, ask a frien

take your place. For questions and reservations regarding the U

mate Winemakers Dinner,call (831) 685-VINE (8463) or v

www.scmwa.com.

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1313 Main – 1313 Ma S, napa; 707 258-1313 f-Sa 11-12, Su-tu 11-10

A Dozen Vintners – tasg rm, 3000 hway 29 n, S. ha; 707 967-0666 op day 10-5

ACACIA VNYD – 2750 las Amas rad, napa; 707 226-9991 x2 op by appm y: M-Sa 10-4, Su 12-4

Acme Fine Wines– 1080 fu l, S. ha; 888 963-0440 Day 9:30-5

Adastra – 2545 las Amas rd, napa; 707 255-4818 op by appm y

Aetna Springs Cellars – 722 7 P p Va y ra d, S . h a; 70 7 96 5-2 67 5 o p by app m y

Ahnfeldt Wines – Ukd a oxbw tas rm, 605 fs S. napa; 707 927-5864 Wd-M 12-6,tu 12-8

Allora Vineyards – 3244 es la, S. ha; 707 963-6071 op by appm y

Alpha Omega – 1155 M la @ hway 29, rud; 707 963-9999 Day 10-6

Altamura Vineyards & Winery – 1 70 0 W d V a y r d, na pa ; 7 07 25 3- 20 00 o p b y a pp m y

Amizetta – 1099 gd rad, S. ha; 707 963-1460 op by appm y

Ancien – napa; 707 255-3908 op by appm y

Anderson’s Conn Valley Vineyards – 680 rss rad, S. ha; 707 963-8600 op by appm y

ANDRETTI WINERY – 4162 B ra rad, napa; 1-877-386-5070 op day 10-5Children OK; Call ahead for: Winery Tours: Public tours daily a t 11am & 2 pm (Private Tours for 10 or more), Educational Programs

Antica Napa Valley –3700 Sda cay, napa; 707 257-8700 op by appm y

Ardente Winery –2929 Aas Pak rd, napa; 707 226-7669 op by appm y

ARGER-MARTUCCI – 1455 iwd Av, S. ha; 707 963-4334 op day 10-5

Wine Tasting, Gift Items, Picnic Area, Arts Exhibit, Children OK; Call ahead for: Winery Tours, Food PairingAriel Vineyards – 1312 tw c, napa; 707 257-9731 M-Sa 9-5, Su 10-3

Arkenstone Vineyards –335 Ws la, Aw; 707 965-1020 op by appm y

Arns – 601 Mu rad, S. ha; 707 963-3429 op by appm y

ARTESA – 1345 hy rad, napa; 707 224-1668 op day 10-4:30Gift Items, Children OK; Call for Winery Tours at 11 & 2, Vineyard Tours, Food Pairings

AUGUST BRIGGS – 1307B l Avu, casa; 707 942-4912 f-Sa 11-7, Su-tu 11-5, tu by app.

B CELLARS – 400 Svad ta, casa; 707 709-8787 op day 10-5

Back Room Wines – 10 00 Ma S , n ap a; 7 07 -2 26 -1 37 8 M -W d , S a 1 0- 7, tu-f 1 0- 8, S u 1 2- 7

BALDACCI FAMILY – 6236 Svad ta, napa; 707 944-9261 op day 10-4

Ballentine Vineyards – 282 0 S . h a hwy n, S . h a ; 7 07 963 -79 19 op da y 10 -5 by app

Barlow Vineyards – 4411Svad ta, casa; 707 942-8742 op by appm y

Barnett Vineyards– 40 70 S p M u a r d, S . h a; 7 07 9 63 -7 07 5 o p b y a pp m yBEAULIEU VINEYARDS (BV) – 196 0 S . h a hw y, S . h a; 7 07 967 -52 33 o p da y 1 0-5

Beau Vigne – 6795 Was S, Yuv; 707 947-7058 M-f 11-8, Sa-Su 10-8

Behrens & Hitchcock – 4 07 8 S p M u a r a d, S . h a; 70 7 9 63 -1 77 4 o p b y a pp m y

Bell Wine Cellars – 6200 Was S, Yuv; 707 944-1673 op day 10-4

Benessere Winery – 1010 B t rd, S. ha; 707 963-5853 op day 10-5Gift Items, Picnic Area, Art Exhibits, Children & Pets OK; Call ahead for: Winery Tours, Food Pairings

BENNETT LANE – 3340 hwy 128, casa; 877 MAX-nAPA op day 10-5:30Gift Items, Picnic Area, Children & Pets OK; Call ahead for: Winery Tours, Vineyard Tours, Educational Programs, Food Pairings

Bialla Vineyards – 4088 Aas Pak rd, napa; 707 227-2293 op by appm y

Bighorn Cellars – 3105 Svad ta, napa; 707 226-8569 f-Sa 11-4, tu-tu by app

Black Cat Vineyard – 1075 Sadybk l, napa; 707 321-0866 op by appm y

Black Cordon Vnyds – 4155 Dy ck rd, napa; 707 226-6860 op by appm y

Black Stallion Winery – 4089 Svad ta, napa; 707 253-1400 op day 10-5

Boeschen – 3242 Svad ta, S. ha; 707 963-3674 op by appm y

BOUCHAINE VINEYARDS – 1075 Bu Sa rad, napa; 707 252-9065, 800-654-w op day 10:30-4:30Gift items, gardens, vineyard walking tour. Call ahead for: Safari Tours at 10:30am, educational programs, food pairings & bringing pets.

Bounty Hunter Rare Wine Co. – 9 75 f s S , n ap a; 7 07 2 26 -3 97 6 S u -tu 11 -1 0, f - Sa 1 1- M d

Bourassa – 190 cam oua, napa 707 254-4922; 800-499-2366 op by appm

Boyd Family – 4042 B ra rad, napa; 707 254-7353 op by appm

Bravante Vineyards – 30 0 S r d r d, A w ; 7 07 -9 65 -2 55 2 o p b y a pp m W d- Su

Brookdale Vineyards – napa; 707 258-1454 op by appm

Brown Estate – 3233 Sa cay rad, S. ha; 707 963-2435 lmd, by appm y, sd S

Buehler – 820 gd rad, S. ha; 707 963-2155 op by appm

Buoncristiani Wine – P. o. Bx 6946, napa; 707 259-1681 op by appm

Burgess Cellars – 1108 D Pak rad, S. ha; 800 752-9463 op by appm

Ca' Momi Winery & Enoteca – 610 fs S, napa; 707 257-4992 op day

Cade Winery – 360 hw Mua rd S, Aw; 707 965-2746 op by appm

Cafaro Cellars – 2591 P Way, S. ha; 707 963-7181 op by appm

Cain – 3800 lay rad, S. ha; 707 963-1616 op by appm

Cakebread Cellars – 8300 S. ha hwy, rud; 707 963-5222 op by appm

Calafia Cellars – 629 fu la, S. ha; 707 963-0114 op by appm

Caldwell – 270 Kuz la, napa; 707 255-1294 tus/as by app

Cali 351 – 965 Svad ta, casa; 707 942-6200 op by appm

CALISTOGA WINE STOP – 1458 l Av, #2 casa; 707 942-5556 Da

Cardinale Estate – ta s r m , 76 00 S. h a hwy , o ak v ; 70 7 94 8-2 64 3 op da y 1

Casa Nuestra Winery – 3451 Svad ta n, S. ha; 707 963-5783 op da

CASTELLO DI AMOROSA – 4045 n S. ha hwy (hwy 39), casa; 707 942-8200 op dayGifts, Children & Pets OK; call ahead for: Winery & Cave Tours, reservation recommended

Caymus Vineyards – 8700 c ck rd, rud; 707 967-3010 op day by app

Ceja Vineyards Tasting Room – 12 48 1s S , n ap a; 7 07 2 26 -6 44 5 S u -W d 1 1- 6, t u -S a

Celani Family Vineyards – 2230 B ra rd, napa; 877 ArDore1 op by appm

Chappellet Vineyard – 1581 Sa ca y rd, S . h a ; 7 07 963- 713 6 op by app m

Charbay Winery & Distillery– 4001 Sp M rd; S. ha; 707 963-9327 op da

CHARLES KRUG WINERY – 28 00 M a S . h wy 2 9, S . h a ; 7 07 9 67 -22 29 op da y 1

Charnu – S. ha; 707 963-6045 op by appm

Charter Oak Winery – 831 ca oak Av, S. ha; 707 963-2298 op by appm

Chase Family Cellars – 2 25 2 S up u Sp s r a d, S . h a; 70 7 9 63 -1 28 4 o p b y a pp mChateau Boswell – 3468 Svad ta, S. ha; 707 963-5472 op by appm

Chateau Montelena – 1429 tubbs l, casa; 707 942-5105 op day

Chimney Rock Winery – 5350 Svad ta, napa; 707 257-2641 op da

Clif Family Winery – 13 12 V d v Av u, S . h a; 7 07 9 68 -0 62 5 o p d a y 10 -5 b y a pp

Cliff Lede Vineyards – 1473 Yuv css rd, Yuv; 707 944-8642 op da

Clos Du Val – 5330 Svad ta, napa; 800 993-9463 op da

Clos Pegase – 1060 Duawa l, casa; 707 942-4981 op day 1

Conn Creek Winery – 8711 Svad ta, S. ha; 1-800-793-7960 op Sa 11-5, Su-f

Constant-Diamond – 2 12 1 D a m d M u a rd , c a s a ; 7 07 94 2- 07 07 o p b y a pp m

Continuum Estate – 1 67 7 S a c a y r d, S . h a; 7 07 9 44 -8 10 0∆ 66 o p b y a pp m

Corison Winery – 987 S. ha hwy, S. ha; 707 963-0826 op day 10-5 by app

CORLEY FAMILY ESTATE – 4242 B ra rd, napa; 707 253-2802 op day 1Gift Items, Children & Pets OK; Call ahead for: Wine Tours, Food Pairings

Cornerstone Cellars – 6505 Was S., Su 7, Yuv ; 707 945-0388 op da

Cosentino – 7415 S. ha hwy, Yuv; 707-921-2896 op da

Covenant Wines – 1241 Adams S, S. ha; 707 963-3887 op by appm

Crocker & Starr – S. ha; 707-967-9111 op by appm

Cuvaison Estate – 4500 Svad ta, casa; 707 942-2468 M-tu 11-4, f-Su

Cuvaison Estate – 1221 Du rad, cas (bw napa & Sma); 707 942-2455 M-tu 11-4, f-Su 10-5 b

Darioush Winery – 4240 Svad ta, napa; 707 257-2345 op day 1

David Arthur – 1521 Sa cay rad, S. ha; 707 963-5190 op by appm

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Del Bondio Wine Co. – 1333 Ba oaks la, napa; 707 963-2805 op by appm y

Del Dotto Caves – 1055 Aas Pak rd, napa; 707 963-2134 op by appm y

Del Dotto Vineyards – 1 44 5 S . h a h wa y, S . h a; 70 7 9 63 -2 13 4 o p b y a pp m y

Delectus Winery – 908 c eps Way, napa; 707 255-1252 op day by appm

Diamond Terrace – 1 39 1 D a m d M u a r ad , c a s a ; 7 07 94 2- 11 89 o p b y a pp m y

DOMAINE CARNEROS – 1240 Du rd, napa; 707 257-0101 op day 10-6Gifts, Children OK, Winery Tours, Vineyard Tours; Call ahead for groups of eight or more

Domaine Chandon – 1 caa D, Yuv; 707 944-2280 op day 10-5

Dominari – 620 taas S, napa; 707-226-1600 op by appm y, 10am-4:30pm

Duckhorn Vineyards – 1000 ld la, S. ha; 707 963-7108 op by appm, 10-4

Dutch Henry Winery – 4300 Svad ta, casa; 707 942-5771 op day 10-4:30

Eagle Eye Wine – 6595 gd Vay rd, napa; 707 427-1600 op by appm y

Eagle & Rose – 1844 Pp cay rd, Pp Vay; 707 965-9463 op by appm y

Eagle Trace– 680 rss rd, S. ha; 707 963-4665 op by appm yEeden Wines– 3505 Sp Mua rd., S. ha; 707 337-5526 op by appm y

El Molino Winery – S. ha; 707 963-6021 Wkdays by appm y

Elizabeth Spencer – 1165 rud rad, rud; 707 963-6067 op day 10-5

Elkhorn Peak Cellars – 200 Ps rd, napa; 707 255-0504 op by appm y

Elyse – 2100 hma l, napa; 707 944-2900 op by appm y

Envy Wines – 1170 tubbs l, casa; 707 942-4670 Su-tu 10:30-4:30, f-Sa 11-5:30

Failla – 3530 Svad ta, S. ha; 707 963-0530 op by appm y

Falcor – 2511 napa cpa D, S 115, napa; 888-402-Wine op day 10-5

Far Niente – 1350 Aaa D, oakv; 707 944-2861 op by appm y 10-3

Farella – 2222 n. 3d Av, napa; 707 254-9489 op by appm y

Fleury Estate Winery – 950 ga rd, rud; 707 967-8333 op by appm yFlora Springs – The Room – 67 7 S . h a h wy S . , S . h a; 7 07 9 67 -8 03 2 o p d a y 1 0: 30 -5

Flora Springs Winery – 1978 Zad l, S. ha; 707 967-6723 op by appm y

FOLIE A DEUX – 7481 S. ha hwy, oakv; 800 535-6400 op day 10-6Gift Items, Picnic Area, Children & Pets OK

Fontanella Family – 1721 Pak rad, napa; 707 252-1017 op day by appm 10-4

Forman Vineyards – 1501 B rk rad, S. ha; 707 963-3900 op by appm y

Franciscan Vineyards – 1178 ga rd, rud; 707 963-7111 op day 10-5

FRANK FAMILY VINEYARDS – 1091 lakmad la, casa; 707 942-0859 op day 10-5Gift Items, Picnic Area

Frazier Winery – 70 rapp la, napa; 707 255-3444 x107 op by appm

Freemark Abbey – 3022 S. ha hwy 29 n., S. ha; 707 963-9694 op Day 10-5

Frog’s Leap – 8815 c ck rad, rud; 707 963-4704 op by appm

G Cook – 264 n. fk cysa Sps rd, S. ha; 707 963-7760 op by appm

Gargiulo – 575 oakv cssad, napa; 707 944-2770 op by appm

Gemella Wines – napa; 707 261-9855 op by appm

Girard Winery – 6795 Was, Yuv; 707 968-9297 op da

Godspeed Vineyards – 3655 Mu Vd rd; 707 254-7766 op by appm

Goosecross Cellars – 1119 Sa la, Yuv; 707 944-1986 op day

GRGICH HILLS – 1829 S. ha hwy, rud; 707 963-2784 op day 9:Gift Items, Children OK; Call ahead for: Winery Tours By Appt. at 11 & 2, Food Pairings

Groth – 750 oakv cssad, oakv; 707 944-0290 op by appm

Guffy – 1390 tmps Av, napa; 707 258-2532 op by appm

Guilliams – 3851 Sp Mua rad, S. ha; 707 963-9059 op by appm

Gustavo Thrace – 1021 MKsy S, napa; 707 257-6796 op da

HAGAFEN CELLARS – 4160 Svad ta, napa; 707 252-0781 op daGift Items, Picnic Area, Art Exhibits, Children & Pets OK; Call ahead for Wine Tours

Hall Rutherford – 56 Aub rad, rud; 707 967-0700 op by appm

Hall St. Helena – 401 S. ha hwy S, S. ha; 707 967-2620 op day

Hans Fahden Vineyards – 48 55 P d f s r d, S . h a; 70 7 9 42 -6 76 0 o p b y a pp

Hartwell Vineyards – 5795 Svad ta, napa; 707 255-4269 op by appm

HdV Wines – 588 taas S, napa; 707 251-9121 op by appm

Heibel Ranch Vineyards – Pp Vay; 707 968-9289 op by appm

Heitz Cellars Tasting Room – 43 6 S . h a h wy 29 , S . h a ; 7 07 96 3- 35 42 o p d a y

Helena View Johnston – 3500 hway 128, casa; 707 942-4956 op by appm

Hendry – 3104 rdwd D, napa; 707 226-8320 op by appm

HESS COLLECTION – 4411 rdwd rd, napa; 707 255-1144 op day

Hill Family Estate – 6512 Was, Yuv; 707 944-9580 op da

Honig Vineyards – 850 rud rd, rud; 707 963-5618 op day by app

Hope & Grace – 6540 Was S, Yuv; 707 944-2500 M-Sa 10:30-5:30, Su 11:

Hopper Creek – 6204 Was S, Yuv; 707 944-0675 op by appm

Hunnicutt Wines – 352 4 S v a d ta n , S . h a ; 7 07 963 -291 1 o p by app m

Ilona Howell Mountain –asd a Buss, 1108 D Pak rad, S. ha; 800 752-9463 op by app m

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991 S. ha hwy, rud; 707 968-1161 op day 10-5, app m

J. Kirkwood Winery – 1020 B la, napa op by appm

James Cole – 5014 Svad ta, napa; 707 251-9905 op by appm

James Creek – 2249 Jams ck rd, Pp Vay; 707 965-2646 op by appm

Jarvis Winery – 2970 M rd, napa; 1-800-255-5280 op by appm

Jax –3468 hwy 128, casa; 415 446-9505 x102 op by app

Jericho Canyon Vnyd – 33 22 o d l aw y t r d, ca s a; 70 7 9 42 -9 66 5 o p b y a pp m

JESSUP CELLARS – 6740 Was S, Yuv; 707 944-8523 op da Art Exhibits; Call ahead for Food Pairings, las t tasting at 5:30pm

Jocelyn Lonen Winery – napa; 1-800-255-5280 op by appm

John Anthony Vineyards – 1440 fs S, napa; 707 265-7711 op day

Joseph Phelps Vineyards – 200 tap rd, S. ha; 707 963-2745 M-f 9-5, Sa-Su 10-4 by app

JUDD’S HILL – 2332 Svad ta, napa; 707 255-2332 op day by appm Gift Items, Picnic Area, Children Welcomed

Juicebox – 45 eps c, napa; 707 254-1212 op day by appm

Juslyn – 2900 Sp Mua rd, S. ha; 707 265-1804 (Pud a Sus Vs) Wy p by appm

Kapcsandy Family Winery – 1001 Sa la, Yuv; 707 265-1804 op by appm

Keenan – 3660 Sp Mua rd, S. ha; 707 963-9177 op by appm

Keever – 26 Vyad Vw D, Yuv; 707 944-0910 op by appm

Kelham – 360 Zad l; S. ha; 707 963-2000 op by appm

Kelly Fleming Wines – 2339 Pk rd, casa; 707 942-6849 op by appm

Kenefick Ranch – 1371 l Av, casa; 707 942-1004 tu-M 11- 5 &

Kent Rasmussen – 100 1 S v ad t a S, S . h a ; 7 07 0 96 3-5 66 7 op by a pp m

Kenzo Estate – 3200 M rad, napa; 707 254-7572 op by appm

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Krupp Brothers – 3267 Sda cay rd., napa; 707 259-1198 op by appm

Kuleto Estate – 2470 Sa cay rd, S. ha; 707 302-2209 op by appm y

Ladera – 150 W ca rd S, Aw; 707 965-2445 op by appm y

Laird Family Winery – 5055 Sa Av., napa; 707 257-0360 op day 10-5

Larkmead Vineyards – 1 10 0 la km ad l , ca s a ; 70 7 94 2- 01 67 o p da y by a pp m y 10 -4

Lava Vine – 965 Svad ta, casa; 707 942-9500 op day 10-5

Lindstrom – 5994 Svad ta, napa; 707 226-6289 exusv ass by appm y

Lokoya – 7600 S. ha hwy, oakv; 707 948-1968 op by appm yLong Meadow Ranch & Farmstead – 738 Ma S, S. ha; 707 963-4555 op day 11-6

LOUIS M. MARTINI – 254 S . h a hwy S. (h wy 29 ), S. h a; 70 7 96 8-3 36 1 op da y 10 -6Gift Items; Call ahead for: Wine Tours a t 11 & 2, Cellar Tours, Food Pairings

Luis Ochoa Family – 130 7 l A v, ca s a; 707 341 -67 80 op da y 11-6 :30; w y by app

Luna Vineyards – 2921 Svad ta, napa; 707 255-2474 M-tu 11-4, f-Su 10-5

Madonna Estate Winery – 5400 od Sma rd, napa; 707 255-8864 op day 10-5

Madrigal Vineyards – 37 18 n. S . h a h wy , ca s a ; 7 07 94 2- 65 77 o p d a y by ap p m 1 0- 4

MAHONEY VINEYARDS – tas a oxbw, 708 fs S, napa; 707 265-9600 Su-tu 112-7Gift Items, Art Exhibits, Children & Pets OK f-Sa 12-9

Mario Perelli-Minetti – 1443 Svad ta, S. ha; 707 963-8310 op tu-Su 11-5

Marita’s Vineyard – napa; 707 259-5313 op by appm y

Markham Vnyds – 2812 S. ha hwy 29, S. ha; 707 963-5292 op day 11-5

Maroon Wines – napa; 707 257-3040 op by appm y

Marston Family Vineyard – 3600 W Supu Sps rd, S. ha; 707 963-8490 op by appm

Mason Cellars Oxbow Tasting Room – 7 4 f s S , n apa 707 255 -06 58 op t u -M 11-5 :3 0

Mayacamas Vineyards – 1155 lkya rd, napa; 707 224-4030 op by appm y

McKenzie-Mueller – 2530 las Amas rd, napa; 707 252-0186 op by appm y

MERRYVALE VINEYARDS – 1000 Ma S, S. ha; 707 963-7777 op day 10-6:30Gift Items, Art Exhibits, Children & Pets OK Call ahead for: Wine Tours Sat & Sun at 10:30, Educational Programs, Food Pairings

Michael Mondavi Family – 1285 Day la, napa; 707 256-2757 M-tu 12-5, f-Su 11-5

Midsummer Cellars– 771 Sa cay rd, rud; 707 225-4367 op by appm y

Milat Vineyards – 1091 S. ha hwy S, S. ha; 707 963-0758 op day 10-5:30

Miner Family – 7850 Svad ta, oakv; 707 944-9500 op day 11-5

MJA – 647 gd rd, S. ha; 707 963-3394 op by appm yModus Operandi Cellars – 45 eps c, napa; 530 219-6199 op by appm y

MONTICELLO VINEYARDS – 4242 B ra rd, napa; 707 253-2802 op day 10-4:30Gift Items, Children & Pets OK; Call ahead for: Wine Tours, Food Pairings

Moss Creek Winery – 6015 S rd, napa; 707 252-1295 op by appm

Mount Veeder Winery – M. Vd; 707-967-3993 op by appm y

MUMM NAPA – 8 44 5 S v a d t a , r u d; 8 00 M UM -n AP A o p d a y 1 0- 5, as s a 4 :4 5Gift Items, Art Exhibits, Children & Pets OK; Call ahead for Wine Tours

MurphyVineyards – 395 ca Av, S. ha; 707 963-2516 op by appm y

Myriad – S. ha; 707 287-1630 op by appm y

NAPA CELLARS – 7481 S. ha hwy, oakv; 707 944-2565 op day 10-6Gift Items, Picnic Area, Children OK

Napa Valley Farms – 929 Ma S, S. ha; 707 963-8011 op by appm

Neal Family Vineyards – 716 lpaa rd, Aw; 707 965-2800 op by appmNewton Vineyards – 2555 Mada Av, S. ha; 707 963-9000 op by appm

Neyers Vineyards– 2153 Sa cay rd, S. ha; 707 963-8840 op by appm

Nichelini Family – 2950 Sa cay rd, S. ha; 707 963-0717 Wkds 10-5, wkdays by appm

Nickel & Nickel – 8164 S. ha hwy, oakv; 707 967-9600 op day by appm

Nord Estate – Yuv; 707 945-1094 op by appm y

O’Brien Estate – 12 00 o a d A v , n ap a; 70 7 2 52 -8 46 3 o p b y a pp m M - Sa 1 0- 5, Su 1 2- 5

O’Shaughnessy Estate – Aw, 707 965-2898 op by appm y

Oakville Ranch Vineyards– 7781 Svad ta, napa; 707-944-9665 op by appm

Olabisi – 974 fak S, napa; 707 257-7477 op day 12-5:30

OnThEdge – 1255 l Av, casa; 877-668-4334 Su-tu 10-5:30, f-Sa 10-8

Opus One – 7900 S. ha hwy, oakv; 707 944-9442 op day by app

Orin Swift Cellars – 1352 Ma S, S. ha; 707 967-9179 op by appm

Outpost Estate Wines – Aw; 707 965-1718 op by appm

Page Wine Cellars – 6505 Was S., Su 7, Yuv ; 707 944-2339 Da– 520 caa Bvd, #20, napa; 707 944-2339 op by appm

Palmaz Vineyards – 4029 ha rad, napa; 707 226-5587 op by appm

Paloma Vineyard – 401 3 Sp M u a rd, S. h a; 70 7 96 3-7 50 4 o p by app m

Paoletti Vineyards – 4501 Svad ta, casa; 707 942-0689 op by appmParadigm – 1277 Dwy rd, oakv; 707 944-1683 op by app

Paraduxx – 7257 Svad ta, Yuv; 707 945-0890 op by app

PATZ & HALL – 851 napa Vay cpa Way, S A, napa; 707 265-7700 op Wd-Su

Peacock Family – 3100 Sp Mua rd, S. ha; 707 967-0770 op by app

Pedemonte Cellars – 162 0 S. W a la , S . h a ; 7 07 933 -83 52 o p by app m

Peju – 8466 S. ha hwy, rud; 707 963-3600 op da

Peter Franus Wine Company – napa; 707 945-0542 op by appm

Pheonix – 3175 Dy ck rad, napa; 877 374-6364 By adva appm

Phifer Pavitt Winery – 4660 Svad ta, casa; 707 942-4787 tass by appm M-Sa

Piña Napa Valley – 8 06 0 S v a d t a , r u d; 7 07 7 38 -9 32 8 o p d a y b y a pp m

Pine Ridge – 5901 Svad ta, napa; 707 252-9777 op day 10:3

PlumpJack Winery – 620 oakv cssad, oakv; 707 945-1220 op da

Porter Family Vineyards – napa; 707 265-7980 op by appm

PRAGER WINERY & PORT WORKS – 1281 lw, S. ha; 707 963-Port(7678) op day 10:3

Pride Mountain Wines – 40 26 Sp M u a rd , S . h a ; 7 07 96 3- 49 49 o p b y a pp

PROVENANCE – 1695 S. ha hwy, S. ha; 707 968-3633 op da

Quintessa – 1601 Svd ta, S. ha; 707 967-1601 op by app

Quixote – 6126 Svad ta, napa; 707 944-2659 op by appRAYMOND VINEYARD – 849 Zad l, S. ha; 707 963-3141 op daGift Items, Children OK; Call ahead for Wine Tours

REATA – 1 Kkad ra rad, napa; 707 254-8673 op da

Regusci Winery – 5584 Svad ta, napa; 707 254-0403 op da

Relic – S. ha; 707 967-9380 op by appm

Revana Family – 2930 S. ha hwy, S. ha; 707 967-8814 op by appReverie Winery – 1250 Damd M rd, casa; 707 942-6800 op by app

REYNOLDS FAMILY – 3266 Svad ta, napa; 707 258-2558 op da

Rios Wine – 1334-B l Av, casa; 707 942-1376 op day 10:3

Ritchie Creek – 4024 Sp Mua rd, S. ha; 707 963-4661 op by app

Road 31 Wine Co – napa; 707 649-1200 op by appm

Robert Biale – 4038 B ra rd, napa; 707 257-7555 op by app

Robert Craig Winery – 62 5 i mp a W ay , n ap a; 70 7 2 52 -2 25 0 x 1 o p b y a pp m M - S

Robert Keenan – 3660 Sp M. rd, S. ha; 707 963-9177 op by app

Robert Mondavi – 7801 S. ha hwy 29, oakv; 707 968-2001 op da

Robert Sinskey Vnyds – 6320 Svad ta, Yuv; 707 944-9090 op day 1

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Robinson Family Vnyds – 5880 Svad ta, napa; 707 944-8004 op by appm

ROMBAUER VINEYARD – 3522 Svad ta, n, S. ha; 707 963-5170 op day 10-5

Round Pond Winery – 886 rud rd, rud; 1-888-302-2575 By appm

Rudd Winery – 500 oakv css rd, oakv; 707 944-8577 op tus-Sa by appm

Ruston Family – 2798 Sp S, S. ha; 707 967-8025 op by appm

Rustridge Ranch – 2910 lw cs Vay rd, S. ha; 707 965-9353 op by appm

Rutherford Grove – 1673 S. ha hwy, rud; 707 963-0544 op day 10-4:30

RUTHERFORD HILL – 200 rud h rd, rud; 707 963-1871 op day 10-5Rutherford Ranch – 1680 Svad ta, rud; 707 968-3200 op day 10-4:30

Saddleback Cellars – 7802 My rad, oakv; 707 944-1305 op day by appm 10-4

Saintsbury – 1500 ls cas Av, napa; 707 252-0592 op M-Sa by appm

Salvestrin Vineyard – 397 Ma S, S. ha; 707 963-5105 op by appm

Saviez Vineyards – 4060 Svad ta, casa; 707 942-5889 op by appm

Savour Saint Helena – 649 Ma S, S. ha; 707 968-5445 op day 10-8

Sawyer Cellars – 8350 S. ha hwy, rud; 707 963-1980 op by appm y

School House Vineyards – 3549 lay rd, S. ha; 707 963-4240 op by appm

Schramsberg – 1400 Sam sb rd, casa; 707 942-2414 op day by appm 10-4

Schweiger Vineyards – 4015 Sp M rd, S. ha; 707 963-4882 op by appm

Sciandri Family – 50 K us ca y r d, c mb sv /n ap a; 7 07 2 77 -4 99 9 x 3 o p b y a pp m y

Seavey Vineyard – 1310 c Vay rd, S. ha; 707 963-8339 op by appmSEQUOIA GROVE – 8338 S. ha hwy 29, rud; 707 944-2945 op day 10:30-5Gift Items, Children & Pets OK; Call ahead for: Wine Tours, Food Pairings

Shafer Vineyards – 6154 Svad ta, napa; 707 944-2877 op by appm

Sherwin Family – 4060 Sp Mua rd, S. ha; 707 963-1154 op by appm

Signorello Vineyards – 4 50 0 S v ad t a , n ap a; 7 07 2 55 -5 99 0 f -S u 1 0- 5, M -tu b y ap p m

Silenus Vintners – 5225 Sa Av, napa; 707 299-3930 op by appm y

Silver Oak Cellars – 91 5 o ak v c ss ad, oa kv ; 1-80 0-2 73 -88 09 op M -Sa 9- 5, Su 11 -5

Silverado Trail Wine Studio – 3 10 5 S v a d t a , na pa ; 7 07 22 6- 85 69 f & Sa 1 1- 4, t u- tu b y a pp

Silverado Vineyards – 6121 Svad ta, napa; 707 257-1770 op day 10-5

Sky Vineyards – 1500 lkya rd, napa; 707 935-1391 op by appm

Smith Madrone – 4022 Sp Mua rd, S. ha; 707 963-2283 op by appm

Sodaro Estate – 24 Bu oak la, napa; 707 812-4848 op by appmSOMERSTON RANCH TASTING ROOM – 6490 Was, Yuv; 707 944-8200 Day 10am-10pm

SOMERSTON VINEYARDS – 3450 Sa cay rd, S. ha; 707 944-8414 Day 10-4

Spelletich Cellars – 425 gaway rd W, napa; 707 363-5757 op by appm

Spottswoode – 1902 Mada Av, S. ha; 707 963-0134 op by appm

Spring Mountain – 2805 Sp M. rd, S. ha; 707 967-4188 op by appm

St. Helena Wine Center – 1321 Ma S, S. ha; 707 963-1313 M-Sa 10-6, Su 10-5St. Helena Winery – 100 Pa Av, S. ha; 707 967-9463 op by appm

ST. SUPÉRY – 8440 S. ha hwy, rud; 800 942-0809 op day 10-5

Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars – 5766 Svad ta, napa; 707 944-2020 op day 10-4:30

Stagecoach Vineyard – 3267 Sda cay rd., napa; 707 259-1198 op by appm

Staglin Family – 1570 Ba oaks l, rud; 707 944-0477 op by appm

Stags’ Leap Winery – 6 150 S v ad t a , na pa; 1-8 00 -39 5-2 441 B y ad va a pp m y

Steltzner Vineyards – 5998 Svad ta, napa; 707 252-7272 op day 10:30-4:30 by app

STERLING VINEYARDS – 1111 Duawa la, casa; 707 942-3344 M-f 10:30-5Self-Guided Winery Tours, Gift Items, Children OK Sa-Su 10-5

Stoneheath Winery – napa; 707 257-0701 op by appm

Stonehedge Winery – 1004 c S, napa; 707 256-4444 tu-tu 12-6, f-Sa

Stony Hill Vineyard – ca d s,S . h a; 7 07 96 3-26 36 o p M -f 9-5 by ap

Storybook Mountain – 3835 hwy 128, casa; 707 942-5310 op by app

Sullivan Vineyard – 10 90 g a r d, ru d; 707 963 -96 46 op da y 10 -5 by a pp

SUMMERS ESTATE – 1171 tubbs la, casga; 707 942-5508 op day 10:3Gift Items, Picnic Area, Art Exhibits, Children & Pets OK; Call ahead for Food Pairings

Summit Lake – 2000 Summ lak D, Aw; 707 965-2488 op by app

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Swanson Vineyards – 1271 May l, rud; 707 967-3500 op by app

Tallulah Wines – 1043 Vaj S, napa; 707 843-1823 op by app

Tamber Bey Vnyds – 1234 Adams S, S. ha; 707 968-5345 op da

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Tasting Room, The – a na pa W c , 4 0 S . h a h wy , o akv ; 70 7 8 48 -9 63 0 o p d a y 1

Taylor Family Vineyards –5991 Svad ta, napa; 707 255-3593 op by app

Tayson Pierce Estate Wines – 69 9 S . S . h a h wy , S . h a; 7 0 7 9 68 -9 78 0 By a pp m

Teachworth – 4451 S. ha hwy, casa; 707 942-8432 op by app

Tedeschi Family Winery – 2 77 9 g a S . ca s a; 7 07 3 37 -5 52 6 tu -S u 1 2- 4: 30 b y ap p m

Terra Valentine – 3787 Sp Mua rd, S. ha; 707 967-8340 op by app

The Terraces – 1450 Svad ta, S. ha; 707 963-1707 op by app

Tofanelli Family – 1212 P S, casa; 707 942-6504 op by appm

Tom Eddy – 3870 hwy 128, casa; 707 942-4267 op by app

Toolbox Wine Co. – 1021 MKsy S, napa; 707 257-6796 op da

Tournesol Wine – napa; 707 287-7557 op by appm

Trahan Winery – 974 fak S, napa; 707 257-7477 op da

Trefethen Vineyards – 1160 oak K Av, napa; 707 255-7700 op day 1

Tres Sabores – 1620 S. Wa la, S. ha; 707 967-8027 op by app

Trespass Vineyard – 1859 hvw Pa, S. ha; 707 963-0804 op by app

Trinchero Family Estates – 3070 n. S. ha hwy, S. ha; 1-800-473-4454 op da

Trinitas Cellars – a t M a r s , 875 B dau x W ay, na pa; 70 7 25 1-3 012 o p da

Tristant – 1012 Ba l, casa; 707 942-0600 op by app

Truchard – 3234 od Sma rd, napa; 707 253-7153 op by app

Tudal Winery – 1015 B t rd, S. ha; 707 963-3947 op by app

Tulocay – 1426 cmbsv rd, napa; 707 255-4064 op by app

TURNBULL WINE CELLARS – 8210 hway 29, oakv; 707 963-5839 op da

Twomey Cellars – 1183 Duawa la, casa; 800-505-4850 op M-Sa 9-5, Su

Ubuntu Annex – tas rm, 1130 Ma S, napa; 707 251-5656 M-Wd 12-6, tu-f 12-8, Sa-Su 11-8 b

Uncorked at Oxbow – 605 fs S, napa; 707 927-5864 op da

Up Valley Vintners – 1371 l Av, casa; 707 942-1004 tu-Sa 11-8, Su, M 11-6, tu & W

V Madrone – 3169 S. ha hwy n, S. ha; 707 963-3573 op by app

V Wine Cellars – 6525 Was S, Yuv; 707 531-7053 op da

V. SATTUI WINERY – c hwy 29 & W l, S. ha; 707 963-7774 op day 9-6 (W uPicnic Area, Deli, Art Exhibits, Children & Pets OK, Cave Tours

Van Der Heyden – 4057 Svad ta, napa; 707 257-0130 op day 10-6 by app

Varozza Vineyards – 514 Pa Av, S. ha; 707 963-0331 op by appmVelo Vino – pu c Ws, 709 Ma S, S. ha; 707 968-0625 op da

Venge – 4708 Svad ta, napa; 707 942-9100 Wd-Su by appm

Verismo Wines – 100 rapp l, napa; 707 944 Wine (9463) op by appm

Vermeil – 1255 l Av, casa; 877-668-4334 Su-tu 10-5:30, f-Sa

Viader Winery – 112 0 D Pa k rd, D Pa k; 707 963- 381 6 x . 11 0 op by adva app

Vinoce & Twenty Rows – 88 0 Va j S , nap a; 707 265 -77 50 tu -Sa 1 1-5 , Su & M b

Vincent Arroyo Winery – 2361 gwd Av, casga; 70 7 9 42 -6 99 5 o p d a y 10 -4 :3 0 b y a pp

Vine Cliff Winery – 74 00 S v ad t a , Yu v ; 707 944 -13 64 op da y 10 -5 by app

Vineyard 29 – 2929 S ha hwy, S. ha; 707 963-9292 op by app

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VinRoc – napa; 707 265-0943 op by appm

Vintner’s Collective – 1245 Ma S, napa; 707 255-7150 op day 11-6

Volker Eisele Family – 30 80 l w c s V a y r d, S . h a; 70 7 9 65 -9 48 5 o p b y a pp m y

Volta Wine– 3108 Svad ta, Yuv; 707 501-4060 op by appm y

Von Strasser – 1510 Damd M. rd, casa; 707 942-0930 op by appm 10:30-4:30

W. H. Smith– 1307 l Avu, Su B, casa; 707 942-1194 Su, M, tu, tu 10-5, f-Sa 10-6:30

WATERSTONE – tas a oxbw, 708 fs S, napa; 707 265-9600 Su-tu 12-7, f-Sa 12-9Gift Items, Art Exhibits, Children OK

Waugh Cellars – napa; 888-883-Wine (9463) op by appm y

Wermuth Winery – 3942 Svad ta, casa; 707 942-5924 op rap s

Whetstone Wine Cellars – tasd a Ubuu Ax 1130 Ma S, napa; 707 254-0600 op by appm

White Cottage Ranch – 555 c Av, Aw; 707 965-0516 op by appm 10-5

WHITEHALL LANE – 1 56 3 S . h a h wy S . (hw y 29 ), S . h a; 8 00 -9 63 -9 45 4 x 1 9 o p da y 10 -5 :4 5Gift Items, Art Exhibits, Children & Pets OK; Call ahead for Barrel Tasting Tours

White Rock Vineyard – napa op by appm y

William Cole Vnyds – 28 49 Sa h a h wy n , S . h a; 70 7 9 63 -6 10 0 o p b y a pp m y

William Harrison Vnyrds – 1443 Svad ta, S. ha; 707 963-8310 op day 11-5

WILLIAM HILL ESTATE WINERY – 1761 Aas Pak rad, napa; 707 265-3024 op day 10-5 by appPicnic Area, Children & Pets OK; Call ahead for: Winery Tours, Vineyard Tours, Educational Programs

WINE GARAGE – 1020 f Bvd (hwy 29), casa; 707 942-5332 op Wd-Sa 11-6

Wineries of Napa Valley – 1285 napa tw c, napa; 707 253-9450 M-tu 11-7, Wd-tu 11-6, f-Sa 10-9, Su 11-7Wing Canyon Vineyard – 3100 M. Vd rd, napa; 707 265-8798 op by appm y

Witt Estate – 1500 Wa l, S. ha; 707 967-8046 op by appm

X Winery – 1405 2d S, napa; 707 204-9522 op by appm y

Yates Family Vineyard – 3104 rdwd rd, napa; 707-226-1800 op day by appm y

Young Ridge Estate – 1200 tmps Av, napa; 707 265-8400 op by appm y

Z-52 – Pud a tas a oxbw, 708 fs S, napa; 707 265-9600 Su-tu 11-6, f-Sa 11-9

Zahtila Vineyards – 2250 lak cuy hwy; casa; 707 942-9251 Day 10-4:30

ZD WINES – 8383 Svad ta, rud; 707 963-5188 op day 10-4:30Gift items, Children OK; Call ahead for: Winery Tours, Wine Pairings

A. Rafanelli Winery – 4685 W. D y c k rd, h a ds bu ; 7 07 4 33- 138 5 o p by app m yAcornWinery – 12040 od rdwd hwy, hadsbu; 707 433-6440 op by appm y

Adobe Road Winery – 1 99 5 S. MD w B vd, P au ma; 707 939 -79 67 o p by app m y– 481 1s S, Sma; 707 939-9099 Day 11-7

Adrian Fog – hadsbu; 707 431-1174 op by appm y

Akoma Zoume – 3030 cavda rd, g e; 707 996-1787 op by appm y

Albini Family Vineyards – 886 Js l, Wds; 707 838-9249 op by appm y

ALDERBROOK WINERY 2306 Maa, hadsbu; 800 405-5987 op day 10-5Gift items, Picnic Area, Art Exhibits, Children OK; Call ahead for: Winery Tours, Food Pairings

Alexander Valley Vineyards – 8644 hwy 128, hadsbu; 707 433-7209 op day 10-5

Amista Vineyards – 3320 Dy ck rd, hadsbu; 707 431-9200 op day 11-4:30

AMOROSA BELLA – a cas Sma: 133 4 S, Saa rsa; 707 578-1826 Su-Wd 10-8:30, tu-Sa 10-10

Amphora Wines – 4791 Dy ck rd, hadsbu; 707 431-7767 op day 11-4:30

Arbios/Praxis – P u d a l a s : g y s v Av & hw y 1 28 , g y s v ; 7 07 85 7- 49 00 o p d a y 11 -6

Archipel – 4611 tmas rd, hadsbu; 800-273-0177 op by appm M-Sa 10-5

Arista Winery – 7015 Wssd rd, hadsbu; 707 473-0606 op day 11-5

ARMIDA WINERY – 2201 Wssd rad, hadsbu; 707 433-2222 op day 11-5

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Arnot-Roberts – hadsbu; 707 433-2400 op by appm

Arrowood Vineyards & Winery – 14 34 7 S ma h wy 12 , g e ; 7 07 93 5- 26 00 o p d a y

Atascadero Creek – 4114 rss rad, Sbasp; 707 824-8204 op by appm

Audelssa Estate Winery– 13750 Ad D, g e; 707 933-8514 op d

Balletto – 5700 oda rd, Saa rsa; 707 568-2455 op d

B. R. COHN WINERY – 15000 Sma hwy 12, g e; 800-330-4064 op dGift items, Picnic Area, Children & Pets OK; Call for: Tours, Educational Programs, Wine Pairings

B Wise Vnyds – P u d a S ma e a: 35 e n ap a S ; 70 7 9 35 -1 20 0 W d -M 11 -6 , t u

Bartholomew Park – 1000 Vyad l., Sma; 707 935-9511 op day

Battaglini Wines – 2948 P rd, Saa rsa; 707 578-4091 op by appm

Bedarra Vineyards – Pud a las: gysv Av & hwy 128, gysv; 707 857-4900 op da

Bella Vnyds & Wine Caves – 97 11 W s D y c k rd , h a d sb u ; 70 7 4 73 -9 17 1 o p d a y

Benovia Winery – 3339 hama rd, Saa rsa; 707 526-4441 op by appm

Benziger Family Winery – 1883 ld ra rd, g e; 888 490-2739 op d

Bevan Cellars – 3900 Maazas ck l, Saa rsa; 707 332-2918 op by appm

Bluenose Wines – Pud a huds S Ws, 428 huds S, hadsbu; 707 433-2364 op d

Blue Rock Vineyards – cvda; 707 481-0867 op by appm

Bonneau Family – ca s D , 23 00 1 A d D , S ma; 8 00 -9 96 -0 42 0 o p da y 11 -6 :3 0 (5

Branham Estate – Pud a Dww W: 132 Paza S, hadsbu; 707 473-0337 tu 11-6, f-Sa 11-7,

Brutocao Cellars – Pud a Sma ea: 35 e napa S; 707 935-1200 Wd-M 11-6, tu

Bucklin Old Hill Ranch – 8 od h ra rd; g e 707 933-1726 op by appm

Buena Vista Winery – 18000 od Wy rd, Sma; 707 265-1472 op d

C. Donatiello – Pud a V cuu: 322 hadsbu Av c, hadsbu; 707 431-1011 op by appm

Cahill Winery – 4950 rss rd, Sbasp; 707 823-1335 M-f 9-4, Sa-

Camellia Cellars – 57 f S., hadsbu; 707 433-1290 op d

Captûre – hadsbu; 707 395-0457 op by appm

Carol Shelton – 3354-B cy l, Saa rsa; 707 575-3441 op by appm

Cass Winery – Pud a famy Ws – Kwd: 9380 Sma hwy 12; 888-433-6555 op day

CELLAR DOOR – 1395 Badway, Sma; 707 938-4466 tu-M 11-6, tu-

CELLARS OF SONOMA – 13 3 f u S , Sa a r s a; 70 7 5 78 -1 82 6 S u -W d 10 -8 :3 0, tu-S

Chalk Hill – 10300 cak h rd, hadsbu; 707 657-4837 op dCHANDELLE WINERY – a t ca D: 1395 Badway, Sma; 707 938-4466 tu-M 11-6, tu &

CHARLES CREEK VINEYARD – 483 fs S. W., Sma; 707 935-3848 op d

Charles Heintz – Sbasp; 877 874-3852 op by appm

Chasseur – Sbasp; 707 829-1941 op by appm f

Chateau Felice – 10603 cak h rd, hadsbu; 707 836-9011 Sa-Su 11-4, wkdays

Christie Vineyards – 851 lmk la, hadsbu; 707 431-0662 op by appmCHRISTOPHER CREEK – 641 lmk l, hadsbu; 707 433-2001 op dPicnic Area

Clarbec – 19368 oa Av, Sma; 707 996-4012 op by appm

Clary Ranch – 3461 Mdd tw rk rd, Pauma; 707 766-7466 op by appm

Claypool Cellars – 67 61 Sbas p A v, S 500 , S bas p ; 70 7 86 1-9 358 Sa -Su 1 -5

CLINE CELLARS – 24737 Ad Dv, Sma; 707 940-4000 op dGift items, Picnic Area, Children OK; Call ahead for: Winery Tours at 11, 1, 3 or Food Pairings

Clos du Bois – 19410 gysv Av, gysv; 707 857-3100 op day

Clouds Rest Vineyards – Puuma; 707 765-0841 op by appm

Collier Falls – Pud a famy Ws –Kwd: 9380 Sma hwy 12,Kwd; 888-433-6555 op day

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Pud a famy Ws –Dy ck Vay: 4791 Dy ck rd, hadsbu; 707 433-0100 10:30-4:30

COMPASS Wines– P u d a S ma e a: 35 e n ap a S ; 70 7 9 35 -1 20 0 W d -M 11 -6 , tu s as a

Copain Wines – 7800 eassd rd, hadsbu; 707 836-8822 op tu-Su 11-5 by app

Corda – 845 c Vay rd, Pauma; 707 781-9310 op by appm y

Coturri Winery – 6725 eps rd, g e; 707 525-9125 op by appm y

D & L Carinalli Vineyards – 2 900 l a rd, Sa a r s ; 7 07 7 95 -70 52 op by a pp m y

D’Argenzio – 1301 cvd Av, S A, Saa rsa; 707 280-4658 op day 11-5

Dashe Cellars – Pud a famy Ws –Dy ck Vay: 4791 Dy ck rd, hadsbu; 707 433-0100 10:30-4:30Da Vero – 766 Wssd rd, hadsbu; 707 431-8000 Wd-M 10-5

David Coffaro – 7485 Dy ck rd, gysv; 707 433-9715 op day 11-4

David Noyes – Pud a famy Ws – Kwd: 9380 Sma hwy 12; 888-433-6555 op day 10:30-5

Davis Family Vnyds – 52 f S, hadsbu; 707 433-3858 tu-Su 11-4:30

Deerfield Ranch – 10200 Sma hway, Kwd; 707 833-5215 op day 10:30-4:30

Dehlinger – 4101 V h rd, Sbasp; 707 823-2378 Ja-Au by appm, fdays y

De La Montanya – 999 fma l., hadsbu; 707 433-3711 op day 11-4:30

Del Carlo – 4939 Dy ck rd, hadsbu; 707 484-2430 op by appm y

DE LOACH VNYDS – 1791 ov rad, Saa rsa; 707 526-9111 op day 10-5

DE LORIMIER WINERY (my Msa)– 2001 hwy 128, gysv; 800 546-7718 op day 10:30-5Gift items, Picnic Area, Children & Pets OK

Deux Amis– 602 lmk l, hadsbu; 707 431-7945 op by appm yDowntown Wine Cellars – 13 2 P a za S , h a d sb u ; 70 7 4 73 -0 33 7 t u 11 -6 , f -S a 11 -7 , S u 11 -5

Draxton Wines – 4001 hwy 128, gysv; 707 857-3300 op day 10:30-5

DREYER WINE – Pud a Sma ea: 35 e napa S, Sma; 707 935-1200 Wd-M 11-6, tu sasa

Dry Creek Vineyards – 377 0 la mb B d rd , h a dsb u; 70 7 43 3-1 00 0 o p da y 10 :3 0-4 :30

Duchamp Estate – 280 cqua rd, hadsbu; 707 433-6665 op by appm y

DUNAH VINEYARDS – a cas Sma: 133 4 S, Saa rsa; 707 578-1876 Su-Wd 10-8:30, tu-Sa 10-10

Dutch Bill Creek – Sbasp; 877 874-3852 op by appm y

DUTCHER CROSSING – 8533 Dy ck rd, hadsbu; 707 431-2700 op day 11-5Gift items, Picnic Area, Children OK; Call ahead for Winery Tours

Dutton Estate – 8757 g Vay rd; Sbasp; 707 829-9463 op day 10-5

Dutton-Goldfield– 3 10 0 g v s h w ay n , S b as p ; 7 07 -8 27 -3 60 0 o p d a y 1 0- 4: 30

Edmeades Tasting Room– 20 Mas S, hadsbu; 800 994-2454 op day 10:30-5:30

Ehret Winery – P u d a l a s : g y s v Av & hw y 1 28 , g y s v ; 7 07 85 7- 49 00 o p d a y 11 -6

Enkidu Wine – 8910 Sma hwy. 12, Kwd; 707 833-6100 op day 12-6

Eric K. James – 452 fs S e, Sma Paza; 707 996-1364 Wd-Su 11-5 by appm

Eric Kent Wine Cellars – Saa rsa ; 707 527-9700 nv 15 -Au 15 by app

ERIC ROSS – 14300 Ad D, g e; 707 939-8525 op day 11-5Pu d a l a s: gy s v Av & hwy 12 8, gys v ; 70 7 85 7-4 900 o p da y 1 1-6

Everett Ridge – 435 W. Dy ck rd, hadsbu; 707 433-1637 op day 10-5

Family Wineries of Dry Creek Valley – 4791 Dy ck rd, hadsbu; 707 433-0100 op day 10:30-4:30

Family Wineries – Kenwood – 9380 Sma hwy. 12; 888 433-6555 Ma-D 10:30-5, Ja-fb csd tu-W

FAVERO VNYDS – 3939 lva Vay rd, Sma; 707 935-3939 op by appm y– P u d a S ma e a: 35 e na pa S ; 7 07 93 5- 12 00 W d -M 11 -6 , t u s as a

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113 Paza S, hadsbu; 707 431-2222 tu-Su 11-6

Field Stone Winery – 10075 hwy 128, hadsbu; 707 433-7266 op day 10-5

Fisher Vineyards – 6200 S.ha rd; 707 539-7511 op by appm y

Flowers Vineyard & Winery – 28 50 0 S a v w rd , c az ad ; 70 7 8 47 -3 66 1x 32 o p b y a pp m

Foggy Valley – P u d a l a s : g y s v Av & hw y 1 28 , g y s v ; 7 07 85 7- 49 00 o p d a y 11 -6

Folk Machine – Pud a Dww W: 132 Paza S, hadsbu; 707 473-0337 tu 11-6, f-Sa 11-7, S

Foppiano Vineyards – 12707 od rdwd hwy, hadsbu; 707 433-7272 op da

Forchini Vineyards – 51 41 D y c k rd , h a d sb u ; 70 7 4 31 -8 88 6 f -S u 11 -4 :3 0, M - t u

Forth Vnyds – Pud a famy Ws –Dy ck Vay: 4791 Dy ck rd, hadsbu; 707 433-0100 10:

FOYT FAMILY WINES – Pud a Madw W:, 23574 Ad D/hwy 121, Sma; 707 934-4090 op da

Francis Ford Coppola – 300 Va Amds, gysv ; 707 857-1400 op da

Freeman Winery – 1300 Mmy rd, Sbasp; 707 823-6937 op by appm

Freestone Vineyards – 12747 e cam Bda, fs; 707 874-1010 DaFrick – 23072 Wa rad, gysv; 707 857-1980 Sa-Su 12-4:30 (Summ

FRITZ WINERY – 24691 Du ck rd, cvda;707 894-3389 op day 10:Gift items, Picnic Area, Children OK; Call ahead for: Winery Tours, Wine Pairings

Gann Family – Pud a cas Sma: 133 4 S, Saa rsa; 707 578-1876 Su-Wd 10-8:30, tu-Sa

Garden Creek Ranch– 2335 gyss rd, gysv; 707 433-8345 op by appm

Gary Farrell Wines – 10701 Wssd rd, hadsbu;707 473-2909 op day 10:3

Geyser Peak Winery – A ca y rd, 2 22 81 c a rd, gy s v ; 7 07 857- 250 0 op da

Glen Lyon Vineyards – Sma; 707 833-0032 op da

GLORIA FERRER CAVES & VNYDS – 2 355 5 hw y 1 21 , S m a; 707 99 6-72 56 op daGift items, Picnic Area, Art Exhibit; Call ahead for: Winery Tours, Educational Programs, Food Pairings

Gofessel Vineyards – 20838 Buda rad, Sma; 415 225-6801 op by appm

Göpfrich – 7564 W. Dy ck rd, hadsbu; 707 433-1645 op by appm

Gourmet Au Bay – 913 hwy 1, Bda Bay; 707 875-9875 f-Sa 11-8, Su-t

Graton Ridge – 3561 gavs hwy n, Sbasp; 707 823-3040 f-M 1

Gunfighter – Pu d a la s : g ys v Av & hw y 12 8, gy s v ; 70 7 85 7-4 90 0 op da

Gundlach Bundschu – 2000 Dmak S, Sma; 707 938-5277 op day 1

GUERRERO FERNANDEZ – a ca D: 1395 Badway, Sma; 707 938-4466 tu-M 11-6, tu & W

Gustafson Family – 9100 Swas P Skas Sps rad, gysv; 707 433-2371 Sa 10-4

Hanna Winery – 9280 hwy 128, hadsbu; 707 431-4310 op da5353 oda rd, Saa rsa; 707 575-3371 op da

Hanzell Vineyards – 18596 lma Avu, Sma; 707 996-3860 op by appm

Hartford Family Winery – 8075 Ma rad, fsv ; 707 887-8011 op day 1

Hart‘s Desire – P u d a Wa ta s r m: 53 f S , h a ds bu ; 7 07 43 3- 30 97 t u -M

Harvest Moon Estate – 2192 ov rd, Saa rsa; 707 573-8711 op da

Hauck Cellars – 22 3 c S , h ads bu; 70 7 4 73 -9 06 5 M -tu 11 :3 0- 4: 30 , f - Su 1 1: 30 -5 , c sHawkes Wine – 6734 hwy. 128, hadsbu; 707 433-4295 op da

Hawkes Wine Tasting Rm – 383 1s S Ws, Sma; 707 938-7620 op da

Hawley Wines – 6387 W Dy ck rd, hadsbu; 707 431-2705 op by appm

Haywood Winery – 25 eas napa S, S c; 707 933-3001 op da

Highway 12 Winery – 498 fs S. e, Sma; 707 938-8091 op day 10:3

HKG ESTATE WINES – 13647 Ad Dv, g e; 707 938-7622 tu-Su

Hobo – P u d a D w w W : 13 2 P a za S , h a d sb u ; 7 07 47 3- 03 37 tu 11 -6 , f -S a 11 -7 , S

Holdredge – 51 f S, hadsbu; 707 431-1424 Sa-Su 11-4:30

Homewood Winery – 23120 Buda rd, Sma; 707 996-6353 op da

Hook and Ladder – 2134 ov rd, Saa rsa; 707 526-2255 op day 1

HOP KILN WINERY – 6050 Wssd rd, hadsbu; 707 433-6491 op da

Gift items, Picnic Area, Children OK; Call ahead for: Educational Programs, Food PairingsHudson Street Wineries – 428 huds S, hadsbu; 707 433-2364 op da

Icaria Creek Winery – 27750 As rd, cvda; 707 486-9623 op by appm

IL CUORE – Pud a Sm a ea: 35 e napa S; 707 935-1200 Wd-M 11-6, tu s

Imagery Estate – 14355 hwy 12, g e; 707 935-4515 Wkdays 10-4:30, Wkds

Inman Family – 3900 P rad, Saa rsa; 707 293-9576 f -Su 11-4 b

Inspiration Vnyds & Winery – 33 60 c y l Su e , S a a r sa ; 7 07 23 7- 49 80 o p d a y

Iron Horse – 9786 rss Sa rd, Sbasp; 707 887-1507 op day 1

J Keverson – P u d a W a tas rm : 53 f S , h a ds bu ; 7 07 433 -309 7 t u -M

J Lynne Wines – Pud a V tass: 9058 Wds rd, Wds; 707 620-0833 M-f 12-8pm, a w

J Rickards Winery – 24505 ca rd, cvda; 707 758-3441 tu-S

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8761 Dy ck rad, hadsbu • a-aa.m • 707-433-6700


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J Vineyard & Winery – 11447 od rdwd hwy, hadsbu; 707 431-3646 op day 11-5

JACUZZI VINEYARDS – 24724 Ad Dv, Sma; 707 931-7575 op day 10-5:30

JAMES FAMILY – Pud a cas Sma: 133 4 S, Saa rsa; 707 578-1876 Su-Wd 10-8:30, tu-Sa 10-10

JAQK CELLARS – P u d a S ma e a : 3 5 e na pa S ; 7 07 93 5- 12 00 W d -M 11 -6 , tu s as a

JCB Tasting Room & Wine Bar – 320 c S, hadsbu ; 707 473-9707 Su-Wd 10:30-5:30, tu-Sa 10:30-9

Johnson’s Alexander Valley Wines – 8333 hwy 128, hadsbu; 707 433-2319 op day 11-4

John Tyler Wines – 4353 Wssd rd, hadsbu; 707 473-0123 op day 10:30-5

Jordan – 1474 Axad Vay rd, hadsbu; 707 431-5250 op by appm yJOSEPH JEWELL – Pud a cas Sma: 133 4 S, Saa rsa; 707 578-1876 Su-Wd 10-8:30, tu-Sa 10-10

Joseph Swan Winery – 29 16 la u a rd , f s v ; 7 07 57 3- 37 47 S a , S u & s m d ay s, 11 -4 :3 0

Kachina – 4551 Dy ck rad, hadsbu; 707 332-7917 op by appm y

Kamen Estate – 21692 8 S e, Su 300, Sm a; 707 833-1700 op by appm y

Kastania Vineyards – 4415 Kasaa rd, Pauma; 707 763-6348 Sa Su 11-4 by app

Kaz Winery – 233 Adb cay rd, Kwd; 707 833-2536 f-M 11-5Gift items, Picnic Area, Children & Pets OK; Call ahead for: Winery Tours, Vineyards Tours

Keating –23564 Ad D, Sma; 707 939-6510 op day 10-5

Keller Estate – 5875 lakv hwy, Pauma; 707 765-2117 tu-Su 11- 4:30

Kelley & Young – Pud a huds S Ws, 428 huds S, hadsbu; 707 433-2364 op day 11-5

KENDALL-JACKSON WINE CTR – 5007 fu rd, fu; 707 571-8100 op day 10-5Gift items, Picnic Area, Children & Pets OK; Call ahead for: Educational Programs, Food Pairings

KENDALL-JACKSON TASTING ROOM – 337 hadsbu Av, hadsbu; 707 433-7102 op day 10-5Children & Pets OK

Kenwood Vineyards – 9592 Sma hwy 12, Kwd; 707 833-5891 op day 10-4:30

Kings Hill Cellars – 3404 Ks h rd, Saa rsa; 707 538-0704 op by appm y

Kokomo – 4791 Dy ck rd, hadsbu; 707 433-0200 op day 11-4:30

Korbel Champagne Cellars – 13250 rv rd, guv; 707 824-7000 op day 10-5

Krutz Family Cellars– 1301 cvad Av, Saa rsa; 707 536-1532 op by appm y

Kunde – 9825 Sma hwy 12, Kwd; 707 833-5501 op day 10:30-4

La Crema – 235 hadsbu Av, hadsbu; 800 314-1762 op day 10:30-5:30

La Czar Vineyards – 7870 gus rd, fsv; 707 887-3400 op by appm y

Lago di Merlo – a famy Ws – Dy ck Vay: 4791 Dy ck rd, hadsbu; 707 433-0100 10:30-4:30

Lake Sonoma Winery – Pud a Vay M: 777 Mad rd, g e; 800 750-9463 op day 10-4:30

Lambert Bridge – 4085 W. Dy ck rd, hadsbug; 707 431-9600 op day 10:30-4:30Lancaster Estate – 15 00 1 c a k h r d, ha d sbu ; 707 433 -81 78 x20 9 op by ap p m y

Landmark – 101 Adb cay rd, Kwd; 707 833-0053 op day 10-4:30

Larson Family – 23355 Mk rd, Sma; 707 938-3031 op day 10-5

LA SIRENA – Pud a cas Sma: 133 4 S, Saa rsa; 707 578-1876 Su-Wd 10-8:30, tu-Sa 10-10

Laurel Glen – 14301 Ad D Su 5, g e; 707 933-9877 op by appm y

LEDSON WINERY – 7335 Sma hwy, Kwd; 707 537-3810 op day 10-5Gift items, Deli, Art Exhibit, Picnic Area, Children & Pets OK; Call for: Educational Programs, Food Pairings

Leonhardt Vnyds – 85 00 D y c k r d, ha ds bu ; 9 54 4 01 -00 96 A p 15 - S p 1, Da y 1-5 b y app

Limerick Lane Vineyards – 1023 lmk l, hadsbu; 707 433-9211 op day 10-5

Little Vineyards Family Winery – 15 18 8 S m a h wy , g e ; 7 07 99 6- 27 50 t u -M 11 -4 :3 0

Littorai Wines – 788 gd rd rd. Sbasp; 707 823-9586 op by appm y

Locals Tasting Room – c gysv Av & hwy 128, gysv; 707-857-4900 op day 11-6

Longboard Vineyards – 5 f S, hadsbu; 707 433-3473 op day 11-6

LOXTON CELLARS – 11466 Duba rd, g e; 707 935-7221 op day 11-5 by appPicnic Area; Call ahead for Vineyard and Winery Tours

Lynmar Estate – 3909 f rd, Sbasp; 707 829-3374 op day 11-4

MacLeod Family Vnyd – Kwd; 707 833-4312 op by appm y

MacPhail Family – 851 Maa D, hadsbu; 707 433-4780 op by appm y

Macrae Family – Pud a famy Ws – Kwd: 9380 Sma hwy 12; 888-433-6555 op day 10:30-5

MacRostie Winery – 21481 e S e, Su 25, Sma; 707 996-4480 Sa 11-4:30 by appm

MADRONE RIDGE WINERY– P u d a S ma e a: 35 e na pa S ; 7 07 93 5- 12 00 W d -M 11 -6

MANZANITA CREEK – 14 41 A& B g v S , h a d sb u ; 70 7 4 33 -4 05 2 f -S a 11 -4 :3 0, Su- t u by ap p– Pud a Sma ea: 35 e napa S; 707 935-1200 Wd-M 11-6

Marimar Estate – 11400 ga rad, Sbasp; 707 823-4365 op da

Martinelli Vineyards – 3360 rv rd, Wds; 707 525-0570 op da

MARTIN RAY – 2191 laua rad, Saa rsa; 707 823-2404 op daGift items, Art Exhibit, Picnic Area, Children & Pets OK; Call ahead for Winery Tours

Martorana Family Winery– 5956 Ws Dy ck rd, hadsbu; 707 433-1909 op by appm

Matanzas Creek Winery – 6097 B Vay rd, Saa rsa; 707 528-6464 op day

MATRIX – 3291 Wssd rd, hadsbu; 707 433-1911 op daGift items, Children & Pets OK; Call ahead for Winery Tours

Mauritson Family Winery – 2859 Dy ck rd, hadsbug; 707 431-0804 op da

MAYO FAMILY – 13 10 1 A d D v a h w ay 1 2, g e ; 7 07 9 38 -9 40 1 o p d a y 1 0:

MAYO FAMILY RESERVE ROOM – 9200 Sma hwy, Kwd; 707 833-5504 op day 10

MAYO FAMILY – Pud a t ca D: 1395 Badway, Sma; 707 938-4466 tu-M 11-6, tu &

MAZZOCCO SONOMA – 1400 ly Sps rd, hadsbu; 707 431-8159 op daGift items, Picnic Area, Children & Pets OK

Medlock Ames – 3487 Axad Vay rd, hadsbug; 707 431-8845 op da

Meeker Vineyards – 21035 gysv Av, gysv; 707 431-2148 op day

Mercury Winery – 21015 gysv Avu, gysv; 707 857-9870 tu-M

Merriam Vnyds – 11650 ls Ams rd, hadsbu; 707 433-4032 op da

Merry Edwards – 2959 gavs hwy n, Sbasp; 888-388-9050 op day 9:30-4:30, app m

Michel-Schlumberger – 4155 W ck rd, hadsbu; 707 433-7427 op by appm

Mietz Cellars – Pud a famy Ws – Dy ck Vay: 4791 Dy ck rd, hadsbu; 707 433-0100 Day 10

Mill Creek Vineyards – 1401 Wssd rd; hadsbu; 707 431-2121 op da

MoniClaire Vineyards – 1750 ly Sps rd; hadsbu; 707 433-4320 op by appm

Montemaggiore – 2355 Ws Dy ck rd; hadsbu; 707 433-9499 op by appm

MOSHIN VINEYARDS – 10295 Wssd rd, hadsbu; 707 433-5499 op day

Mountain Terraces – g e; 707 481-7377 op by appm

Mounts Family – 39 01 W c k r d, h a ds bu ; 7 07 2 92 -814 8 Sa 1 1-5 , S u 12 -4:30

Mueller – 6301 Sa rd, Wds; 707 837-7399 f-M

Munselle Vineyards – 3763 hwy 128, gysv; 707 857-9988 op by appm

Murphy-Goode – 20 Mas S, hadsbu; 800 499-7644 op day 10:

Muscardini Cellars – 8910 Sma hwy, Kwd; 707 833-0526 op da

Mutt Lynch Winery – 602 lmk l, hadsbu; 707 942-6180 op by appmNalle – 2383 Dy ck rd, hadsbu; 707 433-1040 Sa 12-5 &

Nicholson Ranch – 4200 napa rd, Sma; 707 938-8822 op da

Novy Family – 981 Away c, S e & f, Saa rsa; 707 578-3882 op by appm da

Occidental Road Cellars – 2 0 64 g av s h wy , n , Bd 7 ; 7 07 87 4- 94 00 o p S a 1- 4

Old World Winery – 850 rv rd, fu; 707 490-6696 op by appm

Optima Winery – 498 M l, U c, hadsbu; 707 431-8222 op by appm

ORCHARD STATION WINERY – a Mda cas: 14301 Ad D, g e; 707-938-7550 tu-M

Paint Horse – 16510 Ad Dv, Sma; 707 935-0148 op by appm

Palmeri – Pud a ts Asa Ws: 21002 gysv Av, gysv; 707 857-4101 tu-M 11:

Papapietro Perry – 4791 Dy ck rd, hadsbu; 707 433-0422 op day

MEADOWCROFT WINES

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op Day 11-5 • 23574 Ad D/hwy 121, Sma. • 707-934-4090

MOONDANCE CELLARS

Formerly a founding member of The Wine Room in Sonoma Valley, Moondance Cellars produsmall lots of award-winning Napa and Sonoma County varietals and blends, often poured bthe winemaker. Also pouring Orchard Station Winery and The Friendly Dog Winery.

Voted Best Tasting Room of the North Bay (Bohemian)

Jak ld Va | 14301 Ad Dv, g e | 11-5 tusday-Mday707-938-7550 | www.mda as.m t Pup s aways wm




PARADISE RIDGE WINERY – 4545 tmas lak has D, Saa rsa; 707 528-Wine op day 11-5Gift items, Art Exhibit, Picnic Area, Children & Pets OK; Call ahead for Winery Tours

PARADISE RIDGE TASTING ROOM – 8 86 0 S ma h wy , K w d ; 7 07 2 82 -9 02 0 o p d a y 11 -6Art Exhibit, Picnic Area, Children & Pets OK

Parmelee Hill – 1695 Sp rd, Sma; 707 933-8905 op by appm y

Passalacqua Vnyds – 3805 lamb Bd rd, hadsbu; 877-825-5547 op day 11-5

Pasterick Vnyd – 3 49 1 W s D y c k r a d, h a ds bu ; 7 07 4 33 -46 55 o p b y app m y

Paul Hobbs – Sbasp; 707 824-9879 op by appm y

Pedroncelli Vineyards – 1220 cay rd, gysv; 707 857-3531 op day 10-4:30Pellegrini Family – 4055 Ws ov rd, Saa rsa; 800-891-0244 op by appm y

Pendleton Estate – 35100 hwy 128, cvda; 707 894-3732 op by appm yP u d a l a s : g ys v A v & hw y 1 28, g y s v ; 7 07 8 57 -49 00 op da y 11- 6

Peters Family – 20 64 h wy . 1 16 n , S u 10 2, Sb as p ; 7 07 8 29 -31 11 o p b y app m y

Peterson – 4791 Dy ck rd Bd 7, hadsbu; 707-431-7568 By appm Sa-Su 11-4:30P u d a l a s : g ys v A v & hw y 1 28, g y s v ; 7 07 8 57 -49 00 op da y 11- 6

Petroni Vineyards – 990 cavda rad, Sma; 707 935-8311 op by appm

Pezzi King Vnyds – 3225 W Dy ck rd, hadsbu; 707 431-9388 op by appm y

Philip Staley – a famy Ws – Dy ck Vay: 4791 Dy ck rd, hadsbu; 707 433-0100 10:30-4:30

Portalupi – 107 n S, hadsbu; 707 395-0960 op day 10:30-7

Porter Bass Winery – 117 50 Ma ys ca y rd, gu v ; 7 07 869 -14 75 o p by app m y

Porter Creek – 8735 Wssd rd, hadsbu; 707 433-6321 op day 10:30-4:30Preston of Dry Creek – 9282 W. Dy ck rd, hadsbu; 707 433-3372 op day 11-4:30

Quivira Vineyards – 4900 W. Dy ck rd, hadsbu; 707 431-8333 op day 11-5

R2 Wine Co – 654 Badway, Sma; 707 933-1330 op day 11-6

Ramazzotti Wines – Pud a las: gysv Av & hwy 128, gysv; 707 857-4900 op day 11-6

Ram’s Gate – 28700 Ad D, Sma; 707 721-8700 tu-M 10-6

Ramey Wine Cellars – 25 hadsbu Av, hadsbu; 707 433-0870 op by appm y

Ravenswood – 18701 gk rd, Sma; 707 938-1960 op day 10-4:30

Raymond Burr – 8339 W. Dy ck rd, hadsbu; 707 433-8559 op day 11-5

Red Car Wine Co – 8400 ga rd, Sbasp; 707 829-8500 op day 10-4:30

RH – Pud a las: gysv Av & hwy 128, gysv; 707 857-4900 op day 11-6

RICHARDSON WINERY – Pud a ca D Sma: 1 39 5 B adw ay ; 7 07 9 38 -446 6 op da y 11- 6

Ridge Vnyds/Lytton Springs – 650 ly Sps rd, hadsbu; 707 433-7721 op day 11-4; Summ f-Su 5River Road Vnyds – 5220 rss rd, Sbasp; 707 887-8130 op by appm y

Roadhouse Winery – 240 c S, hadsbu; 707 922-6362 tu-tu 12-6, f-Su 12-7

Robert Hunter – 15655 Ad D, Sma; 707 328-0173 op by appm y

Robert Rue Vnyd – 1406 Wd rd, fu; 707 578-1601 f-Su 10-5, tu-M by app

Robert Young Estate – 4960 rd Wy rd, gysv; 707 431-4811 op day 10-4:30

Robledo Family Winery – 21901 Bss rd, Sma; 707 939-6903 By app M-Sa 10-5, Su 11-4

Roche – 122 Ws Spa S, Sma; 707 935-7115 op day 11-6

Rochioli – 6192 Wssd rd, hadsbu; 707 433-2305 tu-M 11-4, tu-Wd by app

Rocking Z – P u d a h ud s S W s: 4 28 h ud s S , h ads bu ; 70 7 43 3- 23 64 o p da y 11 -5

RODNEY STRONG VINEYARDS – 11455 od rdwd hwy, hadsbu; 707 431-1533Gift items, Art Exhibit, Picnic Area, Children & Pets OK op day 10-5

Roessler – 380 fs S W, Sma; 707 933-4440 op day 11-6

Route 128 Winery – 21079 gysv Av, gysv; 707 696-0004 tu-Su 11-6

Rued – 3850 Dy ck rd, hadsbu; 707 433-3261 op day 11-4:30

Russian Hill Estate – 4525 Suss rd, Wds; 707 575-9428 op day 10-4

Russian River Vineyards – 5700 gavs hwy n, fsv; 707 887-3344 op day 11-5

Sable Ridge Winery – 6320 Jams rd; Saa rsa; 707 542-3138 op by appm y

Sadler-Wells Winery – Pud a huds S Ws: 428 huds S, hadsbu; 707 433-2364 op day 11-5

Saini Vineyards – 918 rd Vw D; hadsbu; 707 799-0272 op by appm y

Sapphire Hill – 55 f S, hadsbu; 707 431-1888 tus-M 11-4:30

Saracina/Atrea – P u d a l a s : gy s v Av & hw y 1 28 , gy s v ; 7 07 85 7- 49 00 o p d a y 11 -6

SAUSAL WINERY – 7370 hwy 128, hadsbu; 707 433-2285 op day 10-4Gift items, Art Exhibit, Picnic Area, Children & Pets OK

Sbragia Family – 9990 Dy ck rad, gysv; 707 473-2992 op da

SCHUG CARNEROS ESTATE – 602 Bau rad, Sma; 800-966-9365 op daGift Items, Art Exhibit, Picnic Area, Children Welcomed, Picnic Area

Scribe Winery –2300 napa rd, Sma; 707 939-1858 op by appm

SEABISCUIT RANCH – Pud a Sma ea: 35 e napa S; 707 935-1200 Wd-M 11-6, tu s

SEBASTIANI VINEYARDS – 389 fu S. eas, Sma; 707 933-3230 op daComplimentary Tours, Gift Items, Picnic Area & Supplies, Children & Pets Welcomed

Seghesio Winery – 700 gv S, hadsbu; 707 433-3579 op da

Selby Winery – 215 c S, hadsbu; 707 431-1288 op daShane Wine Cellars –nva; 415 342-7926 op by appm

Sheldon – 1301 cvad Av, Saa rsa; 707 865-6755 tu 4-8

Siduri Wines – 981 Away cu, Saa rsa; 707 578-3882 By appm da

Silver Oak Cellars – 24 62 5 c a r ad , gy s v ; 7 07 94 2- 70 82 M -S a 9- 5, Su 1 1- 5, u s

Simi Winery – 16275 hadsbu Av, hadsbu; 707 473-3232 op da

Simoncini Vineyards – 23 03 W s D y c k rd , h a d sb u ; 70 7 4 33 -8 81 1 o p b y a pp m

Skewis Wines – 57 f S, hadsbu; 707 431-2160 f-M

SL Cellars – Pud a famy Ws – Kwd: 9380 Sma hwy 12; 888-433-6555 op day

Small Vines Wines – 2160 g h rd, Sbasp; 707 823-0886 op by appm

SODA ROCK WINERY – 8015 hway 128, hadsbu; 707 433-3303 op da

Sojourn Cellars –141 e. napa S, Sma; 707 933-7212 Day 10-5 by app

Sonoma-Cutrer – 4 40 1 S u ss rd , W ds , 8 77 79 7- 34 89 A pp m s m m d d , t u -MSONOMA ENOTECA – 35 e napa S, Sma; 707 935-1200 Wd-M 11-6, tu us s

Sonoma Valley Portworks – 613 2d S, Pauma; 707 769-5203 M-S

Spann Vineyards – 111 eas napa S , Sma; 707 933-8343 Da

ST. FRANCIS VINEYARDS – 100 Pya rd, Saa rsa; 888-675-Wine op daGift Items, Children & Pets OK; Call for Food Pairings, Winery Tours

St. Helena Road Winery – 6995 S. ha rad; Saa rsa; 707 538-8674 op day 9-5 by app

Starlite Vineyards – 5511 hway 128, gysv ; 707 431-1102 Sa & Su 11-5

Stephen & Walker – 243 hadsbu Av, hadsbu; 707 431-8749 op da

Stone Edge Farm –Sma; 707 935-6520 op by appm

Stonestreet Alexander Mtn – 7111 hway 128, hadsbu; 800 355-8008 f-M 11-4:30

Stryker Sonoma – 5110 hway 128; gysv; 707 433-1944 op day

Stuhlmuller – 49 51 W s S d a r k l , h a d sb u ; 7 07 4 31 -7 74 5 f -M 1 0- 4: 30 , a pp s mmSUNCE WINERY – 1839 ov rd, Saa rsa; 707 526-9463 op day

Taft Street Winery – 203 0 B a w la , S bas p ; 70 7 82 3-2 049 Sa -S u 11 -4:30 , M -

Talty – 7127 Dy ck rd, hadsbu; 707 433-8438 f-M 12-4

Tara Bella – 3701 Vk rd, Saa rsa; 707 544-9049 op by appm

Teira Wines – Pud a huds S Ws: 428 huds S, hadsbu; 707 433-2364 op da

Teldeschi Winery – 3555 Dy ck rad, hadsbu; 707 433-6626 op da

Terroirs Artisan Wines – 2 10 01 gy s v Av , S 10 1, gy s v ; 70 7 85 7- 41 01 tu-M 1 1:

Thomas George Estates – 8075 Wssd rad, hadsbu; 707 431-8031 op da

Three Alarm – Pud a V tass: 9058 Wds rd, Wds; 707 620-0833 M-f 12-8, a w

Thumbprint Cellars – 102 Mas, hadsbu ; 707 433-2393 op day 11-6. f & S

Tin Barn – 21692 e S e. #340, Sma; 707 938-5430 f-M

Toad Hollow – 409A hadsbu Av, hadsbu; 707 431-8667 op day 10:

TR ELLIOT – Pud a cas Sma: 133 4 S, Saa rsa; 707 578-1876 Su-Wd 10-8:30, tu-Sa

Trecini Cellars – 441 Bav S, Saa rsa; 707 525-9400 op by appm

TRENTADUE – 19170 gysv Av, gysv; 707 433-3104 op da

Tres Hermanas – Pud a famy Ws – Kwd: 9380 Sma hwy 12; 888-433-6555 op day

TOPELExquisite wines handcrafted from grapes grown to

exacting organic and biodynamic standardsMARK AND DONNIS TOPEL, WINEMAKERS /PROPRIETORS

Visit the tasting room, located just steps off Healdsburg Pla

op Day 11-7125 Mas S, hadsbu • (707) 433-4116




Trione Winery – 19550 gysv Av, gysv; 707 814-8100 tu-Su 10-5

Truett Hurst – 5610 Dy ck rd, hadsbu; 707 433-9545 op day 11-5

Two Amigos – 25 eas napa S, Sma op day 11-6

Twomey Cellars – 3000 Wssd rd, hadsbu; 800-505-4850 M-Sa 10-5, Su 11-5

Ty Caton Vineyards – 8910 Sma hwy, Kwd; 707 833-0526 op day 11-6

Unti Vineyards – 4202 Dy ck rd, hadsbu; 707 433-5590 op by appm y

UPTick Vineyards – 9050 Wds rd, Wds; 707 566-9153 tu-Sa 11-6, Su-M by app

Valdez Family Wines – 595 Saaa D, cvda; 707 894-3710 Sa 11-4, f & Su by appValley of the Moon – 777 Mad rd, g e; 707 939-4500 op day 10-4:30

Vérité – 4611 tmas rd, hadsbu; 800 273-0177 op by appm y

VIANSA WINERY – 25200 Ad D, Sma; 707 935-4726 op day 10-5

Vintners Signatures –4001 hway 128, gysv; 707 857-3300 op day 10:30-5

VML Russian River Winery – 4035 Wssd rd, hadsbu; 707 431-4404 op day 11-5

Wattle Creek Winery – 25510 rv rd, cvda; 707 894-5166 op by appm yWellington Vineyards – 11600 Duba rd, g e; 707 939-0708 op day 11-5

Westwood Winery – 11 e. napa S, Su 3, Sma; 707 935-3246 M-f 11-3, Sa-Su 11-5

White Oak Vineyards – 7505 hwy 128, hadsbu; 707 433-8429 op day 10-5

Williamson – 134 Mas S, hadsbu; 707 433-1500 op day 11-7

Williams Selyem – 7227 Wssd rd, hadsbu; 707 433-6425 op by appm y

Willowbrook – Pud a huds S Ws: 428 huds S, hadsbu; 707 433-2364 op day 11-5

WILSON – 1960 Dy ck rad, hadsbu; 707 433-4355 op day 11-5Gift Items, Picnic Area, Children & Pets OK

Wind Gap Wines – fsv; 707 887-9100 op by appm y

Windsor Oaks Vineyards – 10810 hvw rd, Wds; 707 433-4050 op by appm y

Windsor Vineyards – Pud a Va W esas: 308B c S, hadsbu; 707 921-2893 op day 11-7

Wine Tree Farm – Pud a famy Ws – Kwd: 9380 Sma hwy 12; 888-433-6555 op day 10:30-5Woodenhead – 5700 rv rd, Saa rsa; 707 887-2703 op tu-M 10:30-4:30

XYZin – Pud a gys Pak: 22281 ca rd, hadsbu; 707 857-9400 op day 10-5

Yoakim Bridge – 7209 Dy ck rd, hadsbu; 707 433-8511 f-Su 11-4 by appm

Zichichi Family – 8626 W. Dy ck rd, hadsbu; 707 433-4410 op day 11-4:30

Ahlgren Vineyard – 20320 hwy 9, Bud ck; 800 338-6071 Sa 12-4 by appm

Alfaro Family Vnyd & Winery – 4 20 h ams r a d, c a s; 8 31 7 28 -5 17 2 S a 1 2- 5 b y a pp m

Aptos Creek – 520 ns Madws c, Aps; 831 684-1680 op by appm y

Armida Winery – 103 Sk Avu, capa; 831 462-1065 Sa-Su 11-6, M-f 12-6

Bargetto Winery – 3535 n. Ma S, Squ; 831 475-2258 x 14 op day 12-5

Beauregard – 10 P fa rad, By D; 831 458-Wine nv-Ap: p day 11-5, May-o: csd tu

Big Basin– 830 Mmy la, Bud ck; 831 621-8028 op by appm y

Big Basin Tasting Room – 14598 B Bas Way, Su B, Saaa; 408 564-7346 M-tu 11-5, f-Sa 11-7

Black Ridge – 18550 Bak rd, ls gas; 408 399-6396 op 3d wkd 11-5 & by appm

Bonny Doon Vineyard – 32 8 i a s S , S a a c uz ; 8 88 81 9- 67 89 o p d a y 12 -5 , s um m 6

Bruzzone – 433 Sud Dv, Ss Vay; 831 438-3120 op by appm y

BURRELL SCHOOL – 24060 Summ rd, ls gas; 408 353-6290 op tu-Su 11-5Art Exhibit, Picnic Area, Children & Pets OK

Byington Winery – 2 18 50 Ba c k r ad , l s gas ; 4 08 3 54 -1 11 1 tu -S u 1 1- 5, W : W d -S u 1 1- 5

Calera – 11300 ca rad, hs; 831 637-9170 op day 11-4:30

Casa De Fruta – 6680 Pa Pass hwy, hs; 800 543-1702 M-f 9-5, Sa-Su 8-7:30

Castillo’s Hillside Shire – 2215 lba Dv, Ma h; 408 776-8200 Sa 1-7, Su 12-5

Cava Wine Bar – 115 Sa Js Av, capa; 831 476-2282 tu-tu 4-11, f-Sa 12-12,

Chaine d’Or – 140 Sus Dv, Wdsd; 650 851 8977 op by appm

Cinnabar – 14612 B Bas Way, Saaa; 408 867-1012 op day 11-5,

Clos LaChance – 1 hummbd l, Sa Ma; 800 itS-Wine op da

Clos Tita – 4 Kda la, Saa cuz; 831 439-9235 op by appm

Cooper-Garrod – 22645 gad rd, Saaa; 408 867-7116 M-f 12-5 Sa-Su

Copious Winery – 427 Sw S, A, Saa cuz; 831 425-Wine f 12-5, Sa & S

Creekview Vineyards – 12467 ckvw c, Sa Ma; 408 686-0534 3d wkCreekview Vnyds & Sherman Cellars Tasting Rm – 40 Ps S, Sa Js; 408 288-Wine Wd-S

David Bruce Winery – 21 43 9 B a c k rd, l s g a s ; 408 354 -42 14 M -f 1 2-5 , Sa -S

DeRose Vineyards – 9970 ca Vay rad, hs; 831 636-9143 Sa-Su 11-4 by app

Domenico Wines – 1697 idusa rd, Sa cas; 650 593-2335 op da

Enz – 1781 lmk rad, hs; 831 637-6443 By appm

Equinox Champagne Cellar – 42 7- c S w S , S a a c uz ; 8 31 33 8- 26 46 ; 8 31 42 3- 30 00 f -S

Fernwood Cellars – 7137 rdwd ra, gy; 408 848-0611 3d wkd m

Flint Wine Cellars – 13160 ca rad, hs; 831 636-8986 op by appm

Fortino Winery – 4525 hk Pass hwy, gy; 408 842-3305 tu-Sa 10-5, S

Guerra Cellars – 500 J Sm rd, hs; 831 902-9106 Wkds Juy

Hallcrest Vineyards – 379 f emp rd, f; 831 335-4441 op da

Heart o’ the Mountain – 5610 Ss Vay D, Ss Vay; 831 345-6133 op by appm

Hecker Pass Winery – 4605 hk Pass hwy, gy; 408 842-8755 op da

Hillcrest Terrace – 42 9B i a s S , Sa a c u z; 83 1 4 26 -1 50 0 S a 12 -5 , S u 2- 5 & by ap p

Hunter Hill – 7099 g hav rd, Squ; 831 465-9294 Sa-Su 11-4

J. LOHR VINEYARDS & WINE – 1000 lz Av, Sa Js; 408 918-2160 op da

Jason-Stephens – 11775 Wasv rd, gy; 408 846-8463 tu-M

Kirigin Cellars – 11 55 0 W a s v rd , g y; 40 8 8 47 -8 82 7 ( 38 55 Da y r d v s ) o p d aKings Mountain – 187 Ks Mua rad, Wdsd; 650 851-7551 op by appm

La Honda – 2645 fa oaks Av, rdwd cy; 650 366-4104 Sa 11-5

La Nebbia – 12341 Sa Ma rad, ha M Bay; 650 726-9463 op da

Léal Vineyards – 300 Maaaa Dv, hs; 831 636-1023 op da

LOMA PRIETA WINERY – 26985 lma Pa Way, ls gas; 408 353-2950 Sa-Su 12-5

Martin Ranch – 6 67 5 r dw d r a r ad , g y ; 40 8 84 2- 91 97 o p d w k d a m

Mesa Del Sol Esate – 458 03 A y S r d, g d; 831 62 4-85 27 op by a pp m

Michael Martella – 1 72 87 B x 1 03 S ky B v d, W ds d ; 6 50 8 51 -6 77 7 o p b y a pp m

MJA VINEYARDS – 328A ias S, Saa cuz; 831 421-9380 M-tu 12-6, f-S

MJA VINEYARDS – 249 00 h a d Way , l s ga s (S a c u z M s) ; 40 8 35 3-6 00 0 t u -S

Morgan Hill Cellars – 1645 Sa Pd Av, Ma h; 408 779-7389 tu-S

Mountain Winery – 14831 P rad, Saaa; 408 741-2822 Sa-SMuccigrosso – 21450 Ba ck rd, ls gas; 408 354-0821 op by appm

Muns Vineyard – ls gas; 408 515-2663 op by appm

Naumann Vnyds – 16505 Mb rd, cup; 408 867-7871 Spa vs & by app

NicholsonVnyds – 2800 Pasa Vay rd, Aps; 831 724-7071 S

Odonata – 334A ias S, Saa cuz; 831 566-5147 1s Sa m

Organic Wine Works – 379 f emp rd, f; 800-oWW-Wine op da

Osocalis Distillery – 5579 od Sa Js rd, Squ; 831 477-1718 op by appm

P&M Staiger Vineyard –13 00 h p k s gu r d, Bud c k; 83 1 33 8- 01 72 o p by a pp m

Pietra Santa – 10034 ca rad, hs; 831 636-1991 Wd-Su 11-5 by app

Pelican Ranch – 100 Kdy Dv, #102, capa; 831 426-6911 f-Su

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Picchetti Winery – 13100 Mb rd, cup; 408 741-1310 op day 11-5

Pinder – 165 cs la, campb; 877-684-2601 Sa 11-4 by appm

Pleasant Valley – 600 Pasa Vay rd, Aps; 831 728-2826 Summ Ap-o, Sa 12-4 by appm

POETIC CELLARS – 5000 rd gu rad, Squ; 831 462-3478 f-Su 12-5 by app

Rapazzini Winery – 4350 S. My hwy, gy; 800 842-6262 M-f 9-5, Sa 9-6, Su 10-6

Regale Winery – 24040 Summ rad, ls gas; 408 353-2500 f 2-6, Sa-Su 12-5

Ridge Vineyards – 17100 Mb rad, cup; 408 867-3233 Sa-Su 11-4 & by app

River Run – 65 r la, Wasv; 831 726-3112 op by appm yRoudon-Smith – 18 ha Way S B-c, Wasv ; 831 438-1244 Sa 12-5 by appm

Santa Cruz Mtn Vnyd – 334A ias S, Saa cuz; 831 426-6209 Wd-Su 12-5

Sarah’s Vineyard – 4005 hk Pass hwy, gy; 408 847-1947 op day 12-5

Satori Cellars – 2100 Bua Vsa Avu, gy; 408 848-5823 Sa-Su 12-5

Savannah-Chanelle Vnyds – 23600 css Sps rd, Saaa; 408 741-2934 op day 11-5

Silver Mountain – Sv Mua rd, M cu; 408 353-2278 Sa 12-5

Silver Mountain – 402 ias S, S 29, Saa cuz; 831 466-0559 tu-Su 12-5

Solis – 3920 hk Pass hwy, gy; 408 847-6306 op day 12-5

Sones Cellars – 334 B ias S, Saa cuz; 831 420-1552 f-Su 12-5 by app

Soquel Vineyards – 8063 g hav, Squ; 831 462-9045 Sa-Su 11-4

Storrs Winery – 303 P S. #35, Saa cuz; 831 458-5030 op day 12-5

Summerayne – 770 lmk rad, hs; 831 902-5638 op by appm y

Sycamore Creek – 12 77 5 U va s r ad, M a h ; 4 08 7 79 -47 38 t u , f , M 12- 5, Sa & Su 11 -5

Team Zin – 830-3 Juy cu, Sa Js; 408 445-2508 1s Su m

Testarossa Winery – 300-A c Av, ls gas; 408 354-6150 op day 11-5

Thomas Fogarty Winery – 19501 Sky Bvd, Wdsd; 650 851-6777 Wd-Su 11-5

Thomas Kruse Winery – 3200 Dyd Av, gy; 408 842-7016 tu-Su 12-5

Travieso Winery – 16 5 c s l a , #f , campb ; 6 50 24 8- 56 41 S au da ys 1 1 -4 & b y a pp , 3 d S a 11 -5

Trout Gulch – 427 Sw S, S c, Saa cuz; 831 471-2705 op by appm y

Villa del Monte Winery – 23076 Summ rd, ls gas; 888 788-4583 op wkd/m by app

Vinocruz – 725 f S, #101, Saa cuz; 831 426-8466 M-tu 11-7, f-Sa 11-8, Su 12-6

VINE HILL – 2300 Javs rad, Saa cuz; 831 427-0436 op d wkd a m 12-5 & spa vs

Vino Prima – 55 Mupa Wa, S B, Saa cuz; 831 426-0750 M-tu 2-8, Wd-f 2-10, Sa 12-10, Su 12-8

Vino Tabi – 334c ias S, Saa cuz; 831 426 1809 Wd-tu 12-6, f-Sa 12-9, Su 12-6

Windy Oaks Estate – 550 haz D rd, cas; 831 786-9463 Sa 12-5 & by app

Woodside Vineyards – 205 c s u D , M Pa k; 6 50 8 51 -31 44 o p by app m y

Zayante Vineyards – 420 od Mu rd; f; 831 335-7992 Spa vs & by appm

CARMEL VALLEY

Bernardus – 5 W. cam Vay rad, cam Vay; 800 223-2533 op day 11-5

Boekenoogen – 24 Ws cam Vay rad, cam Vay; 831 659-4215 op day 11-5

Boëté Vineyards – 7156 cam Vay rd, cam Vay; 831 625-5040 op day 12-5

Carmel Hills – 12 D f Pa, cam Vay; 831 659-0750 tu-tu 12-6

Caraccioli Cellars – Ds, bw oa & 7; cam Vay; 831 622-7722 M-tu 2-7, f-Sa 11-10, Su 11-7

Chateau Julien Wine Estate – 8940 cam Vay rad, cam Vay; 831 624-2600 M-f 8-5 Sa-Su 11-5

Chateau Sinnet – 13746 c S, cam Vay; 831 659-2244 op day 12-6Chesebro Wines – 19 eas cam Vay rd, cam Vay; 831-659-2125 f-M 12-5

Chock Rock Vnyd – 1 D f Pa, cam Vay; 831 659-7625 tu-M 11:30-5:30

Cima Collina – Sa cas, bw oa & 7, cam Vay; 831 620-0645 op day 12- 6

Figge Cellars – a Wd gay: Ds S bw 7 & oa, cam Vay; 831 384-4149 Wd-Su 2-8

Galante Vineyards – Ds, bw oa & 7; cam Vay; 831 624-3800 op day 12-6 (sd u sp)

Georis Winery – 4 P rad, cam Vay; 831 659-1050 M-tu 11-4:30, f-Su 11-6

Heller Estate Organic Vineyards – 69 W. cam Vay rad, cam Vay; 800-625-8466 op day 11-5

Holman Ranch – 19 eas cam Vay rd, cam Vay; 831-659-2640 f-Su 11-6

Joullian Vineyards – 2 Va Dv Su A, cam Vay; 866 659-8101 op day 11-5

Joyce Vineyards – 19 eas cam Vay rd, cam Vay; 831-659-2885 f-Su 11-5

Otter Cove Wines – a ta nv W Ba: 315 ca Ppa, cam Vay; 831 320-3050 op da

Parsonage Village Vineyard – 19 eas cam Vay rad, cam Vay; 831 659-7322 op daRobert Talbott Vineyards – 53 Ws cam Vay rd, cam Vay; 831 659-3500 M-f 11-4:30, Sa-S

Scheid Vineyards Wine Lounge – 7 & Sa cas, cam; 831-656-9463 op d

Silvestri Vnyds – (op Ma 1) 1 9 ea s ca m Va y r a d, ca m Va y ; 83 1 65 9- 17 00 tu-S

Southern Latitudes Wines - l S. bw oa & 6, cam Vay; 831-622-7652 Wd-S

Tudor Wines - A d B u , B w o a & 7 , c a m by S a; 83 1-2 24 -2 116 f-S

Wrath Wines – cam Paza, oa Av. ad Mss S, cam; 831 678-2212 M-Sa 10-6, S

MONTEREY WINERIES

A Taste of Monterey – 700 cay rw, S KK, My; 831 646-5446 op da

Bargetto Winery – 700 cay rw Su g, My; 831 373-4053 M-f 11-6, Sa & S

Baywood Cellars – 381 cay rw Su c, My; 831 645-9035 op da

Chateau Sinnet – 1184 Badway, Sasd; 831 394-6090 op by appm

Figge Cellars – 33 48 Pau D av s D v Su 10 1, Ma a ; 8 31 384 -41 49 M -f by app mMcIntyre Vineyards – hya ry: 1 od g cus rdS 1, My; 831 649-9463 M-Wd 9-7, tu-

Pierce Ranch – 499 Wav S, My; 831 372-8900 tu-M 12-6:30, f-S

Ventana Vineyards – 2999 My-Saas hwy, My; 831 372-7415 op da

Wine from the Heart Tasting Rm – 241 Avaad S, My; 831 641-9463 op da

SALINAS VALLEY

A Taste of Monterey – 1 27 Ma S , Sa a s; 83 1 7 51 -1 98 0 M -W d 11 -5 , tu- Sa 11 -6 , c

Boekenoogen – Saa lua hads, Saas; 831 675-3549 Sa-S

De Tierra –740 Ap Bvd, Saas; 831 754-3176 op by appm

HAHN SLH ESTATES – 37700 f rad, Sdad; 831 678-4555 M-Gift Items, Art Exhibit, Picnic Area, Children & Pets OK; Call for Winery Tours Sa-S

Hammond Vnyds– 655 rv rad, Saas; 831 455-8173 Sa-S

Manzoni Estate – 30981 rv rad, Sdad; 831 675-3398 f-SMarilyn Remark – 645 rv rad, Saas; 831 455-9310 Sa-Su, hda

Mesa Del Sol Vineyards & Retreat – 45803 Ay S rd,gd; 831 624-8527 op by ap

Paraiso Vineyards – 38060 Paas Sps rad, Sdad; 831 678-0300 Sa-Su 11-5, M-

Pessagno Winery – 1645 rv rad, Saas; 831 675-9463 M-tu 11-4, f-S

Ray Franscioni – 132720 rv rad; gzas; 831 455-1096 op by appm

Robert Talbott Vineyards – 1380 rv rad, Saas; 831 675-0942 tu-M

Scheid Vineyards – 1972 hbs Avu, gd; 831 386-0316 op da

Sycamore Cellars – 45185 Ay S rad, gd; 831 674-5768 Sa- S

Ventana Vineyards – 38 74 0 l s c s r ad , S d ad ; 8 31 67 8- 29 00 W k d s & M s h da

Wrath Wines – 35801 f rad, Sdad; 831 678-2212 tu-M

Albertina Wine Cellars – 4601 rad 110, hpad; 707 744-1475 op by appBarra of Mendocino – 7051 n. Sa S, rdwd Vay; 707 485-0322 op da

Beaver Creek Vnyds – 22000 hwy 29, Mddw; 707 987-1069 op da

Bell Hill Vineyards – 6725 Jabs, Ksyv ; 707 490-4400 tus-Su , W 12-6, Summ

Brassfield Estate – 10915 h Vay rd, caak oaks; 707 998-1895 Day 10-5, Wkds by app.

Breggo Cellars – 11001 hway 128, Bv; 707 895-9589 op da

Brutocao Cellars – 7000 hwy 128, P; 707 895-2152 op da

Brutocao Cellars – 13500 hwy 101, hpad; 707 744-1664 op day Summ 10-6, W

Campovida – 13601 od rv rad, hpad; 707 744-8797 op by app

Ceago Vinegarden – 5115 e. hwy 20, n; 707 274-1462 op da

Cesar Toxqui Cellars – 821 n. Bus S, Uka; 707 462-1054 Wd-Su

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Chiarito Vineyards – 2651 M ck rd, Uka; 707 462-7146 op by appm y

Claudia Springs – 1810 hwy 128, P; 707 895-3993 f-M 11-5

Cougar’s Leap – 9 30 0 S Sp s rd . n. , K s yv ; 70 7 27 9- 06 51 May -o , f - Su 11 -5 pm by a pp

Demuth Winery – 16125 D Madws rd, Bv; 707 895-3729 op by appm

Dogwood Cellars – 13 50 0 hw y 10 1, S h, h pa d; 70 7 74 3-0 30 1 Sa -Su 11- 5, M -f by app

Drew Family – 9000 hwy 128, P; 707 877-1771 tu-M 11-5

Duncan Peak Vineyards – 14 50 0 M . h us ra d, hp a d; 707 744 -14 93 op by app m

Dunwood Vineyards – 2399 n. Sa S, Uka; 707 462-2985 op by appmEden Crest Vineyards & Winery – 2550 B Vay rad, Ksyv; 707 279-2987 op by appm

Elke Vineyards – 12351 hwy 128, Bv; 707 246-7045 f-M 11-5

Esterlina – 1200 hms ra rad, P; 707 895-2920 op by appm y

Foursight Wines – 14475 hway 128, Bv; 707 898-2889 f-M 10-4:30

Frey – 14000 tmk rd, rdwd Vay; 707 485-5177 M-f 10-5, by appm

Germain-Robin – P. o. Bx 1059, Uka; 707 462-0314 op by appm y M-fd

Giuseppe Wines, Neese Vnyds – 401 S Way, rdwd Vay; 707 485-8458 op by appm y

Goldeneye Winery – 9200 hwy 128, P; 707 895-3202 op day 11-4

Graziano Family of Wines – 13251 S.hwy 101; Su 3, hpad; 707 744-8466 op day 10-5

Greenwood Ridge Vineyards – 5501 hwy 128; P, 707 895-2002 op day 10-5

Gregory Graham Wines– 13633 P lakvw rad, lw lak; 707 995-3500 Sa & Su 11-5

Handley Cellars – 3151 hwy 128, P; 707 895-3876 Summ 10-6, W 10-5Harmonique Wines – 1810 hwy 128, a m mak 16, P; 707 895-3993 f-M 11-5

Hawk and Horse – 13048 hway 29, lw lak; 707 994-0910 op by appm y

High Valley Estate Vnyds – 13 15 1 e . S a h wa y 2 0, c a a k oa ks ; 7 07 99 8- 94 00 t u -S a 11 -5

Husch Vineyards – 4400 hwy 128, P; 1-800-544-8724 op day 10-5

JAXON KEYS – 10400 S. hwy 101, hpad; 877-462-0666 op day 10-5

Jeriko Estate – 12141 hw & Suva rd, hpad; 707 744-1140 Sum 10-5, W 11-4

Jim Ball Vineyards – 4741 hwy 128, P; 707 895-3623 op day 11-5

Kelseyville Wine Co. –5627 gaddy la, Ksyv; 707 279-2995 By appm

Lake Country Wine Studio – 9 50 5 Ma S , #1 , Upp la k ; 7 07 27 5- 80 30 tu-S u , S um 1 -7 , W 12 -6

Langtry Estate – 21000 Bus cay rd, Mddw; 707 987-2385 op day 11-5

Lazy Creek Vineyards – 4741 hwy 128, P; 707 895-3623 f-M 10:30-4:30

Le Vin Winery – 33151 hwy. 128, Ykv; 707 894-2304 op by appm yLonder Vineyards – 14051 hway 128, Bv; 707 895-9001 tu-M 11-5

Manoir Girard Cellars – 12601 e rv rd; P Vay; 707 391 Wine (9463) op by appm y

Maple Creek Winery – 20799 hwy 128; Ykv; 707 895-3001 op day 10:30-5

Mariah Vineyards – 33525 Mua Vw rd, P Aa; 707 882-2243 op by appm

Masút Vnyd & Winery – 13 01 r v s ca y rd , r d w d V a y; 70 7 4 85 -5 46 6 o p b y a pp m

McDowell Valley – 13380 S. hwy 101, hpad 707 744-8911 M-f 11-5, Sa-Su 10-5

McFadden Vineyard – 13275 S. hwy 101 Su #5, hpad; 707 744-8463 op day 10-5

McNab Ridge Winery – 13441 S. hwy 101; hpad; 707 744-1986 op day 10-5

Meyer Family Cellars – 19750 hwy 128, Ykv; 707 895-2341 op day 10-5

Milano Family Winery – 14594 S. hwy 101, hpad; 707 744-1396 op day10-5

Moore Family Winery – 11990 B rk rad, Ksyv; 707 279-9279 f - Su 11-5

Mt. Konocti Growers Winery – 2 55 0 B V a y r a d, K s y v ; 70 7 2 79 -4 21 3 o p by ap p m Navarro Vineyards – 5601 hwy 128, P; 707 895-3686 op day 10-5

Nelson Family – 550 ns ra rad; Uka op day 10-5

Noggle Vnyds & Winery – 700 od l Vay rad, caak oaks; 707 998-0319 Sa-Su 11-5 by app

Oster – 13501 tmk rad, rdwd Vay; 707 485-5257 op by appm

Pacific Star – 33000 n hway 1, f Ba; 707 964-1155 op day 11-5

Parducci Wine Cellars – 501 Padu rd, Uka; 1-888-362-9463 op day 10-5

Paul Dolan Vnyds – 501 Padu rd, Uka; 1-888-362-9463 op day 10-5

Phillips Hill Estates – 8627 hwy 128, P; 707 895-2209 op day 11-5

Philo Ridge – 14125 hwy 128, P; 707 489-2303 Sa-Su by appm

Ployez Winery – 11171 hway 29, lw lak; 707 994-2106 op day 11-5

Rivino – 4101 cx Sad rd, Uka; 707 293-4262 tu-S

Robledo – 2040 Sda Bay rd, lakp; 707 263-0100 f-Su

Roederer Estate – 4501 hwy 128, P; 707 895-2288 op da

Rosa D’Oro – 3915 Ma S, Ksyv; 707 279-0483 Wd-Su

Rosati Family Wines – 21500 Su hway 101, hpad; 707 894-3683 op da

Saracina Vineyards – 11684 Su hwy 101, hpad; 707 744-1671 op da

Scharffenberger Cellars – 8501 hwy 128, P; 707 895-2957 op da

Shannon Ridge – 12599 e. hwy 20, caak oaks; 707 998-9656 Day 1Shed Horn Cellars – 21108 casa S, Mddw; 707 291-3629 tu-Sa 11-5 b

Silversmith Vnyds – 3700 A rd J, rdwd Vay; 707 485-1196 Sum: f-Su, W: Sa-Su, 11-5 by app

SIP! Mendocino Wine Bar – 13420 Su hwy 101, hpad; 707 744-8375 op da

Six Sigma Ranch and Winery – 13 37 2 S p u g v r ad , l w la k ; 7 07 99 4- 40 68 D a y 1

Sketchbook Wines – 501 Padu rd, Uka; 1-888-362-9463 op da

Snows Lake Vnyd –lw lak; 707 994-9444 op by app

Sol Rouge – P.o. Bx 859, Ksyv; 707 279-9000 op by app

Standish Wine Co. – 5101 hwy 128, P707 895-9213 Da

Steele Wines – 4350 tmas Dv, a hwy 29, Ksy; 707 279-9475 M-S

Terra Sávia – 14160 Mua hus rd, hpad; 707 744-1114 tu-Su

Terrill Cellars – 16175 Ma S, lw lak; 707 252-8444 Wd, f-Su

Testa Vineyards – 6400 n Sa S, capa; 707 485-7051 op by appToulouse Vineyards – 8001 hwy 128, 707 895-2828; P op da

Tulip Hill Winery – 4900 Ba Sps rd, n; 707 274-9373 op da

Villa La Brenta – 1780 hway 53, caak; 707 994-4000 tu-Su

Vin de Tevis – 51161 cv rd, Ds rs; 707 983-8433 op by appm

Weibel Winery – 13275 S hwy 101, S 1, hpad; 707 744-2200 op Da

Whaler Vineyards – 6200 e Sd capa rd, Uka; 707 462-6355 op by appm

Wildhurst Vineyards – 3855 Ma S, Ksyv; 800 279-4302 op da

Yorkville Cellars – 2 57 01 h wy 1 28 , Y kv ; 7 07 8 94 -9 17 7 o p d a y , W 1 1- 5, S um mm

ZINA HYDE CUNNINGHAM – 14077 hwy 128, Bv; 707 895-9462 op Da

Blacksmith Cellars – pud a Susu Vay W cp tu-Su

Blue Victorian Vineyards – 5071 Susu Vay Bvd., fad; 707 422-8025 M-f 10-5, Sa & S

Green Valley Cellars – 16 35 M as r d, g V a y; 7 07 8 64 -2 08 9 t u -S u 11 -5 b y a pp

King Andrews Vnyd – pud a Susu Vay W cp tu-Su

Ledgewood Creek Winery – 4589 Abay rad, Susu cy; 707 426-4424 Da

Mangels Vineyards – pud a Susu Vay W cp tu-Su

Mankas Hills Vineyards – 4185 cadbu rad, Susu Vay; 707 480-7334 op by appm

Tenbrink Vineyards – 17 93 r kv rd, Su su V a y; 80 0-69 2-0 72 3 o p by app m

Rock Creek Vineyard – 46 10 g V a y r d, g V a y; 70 7 8 64 -2 47 1 o p b y a pp m

Suisun Valley Wine Coop – 4495 Susu Vay rad, Susu Vay; 707 864-3135 tu-Su

Sunset Cellars – pud a Susu Vay W cp tu-Su

Vezer Family Tasting Rm – 2522 Su V Makas c rad, fad; 707 429-3958 M-f 10-5, Sa-S

Vezer Family Private Ranch– 707 422-8025 tus & as by appm

Winterhawk Winery – pud a Susu Vay W cp tu-Su

Wooden Valley Winery – 4756 Susu Vay rad, Susu Vay; 707 864-0730 Da

Berryessa Gap – 27260 hwy 128, Ws; 530 795-3201 tu-f 12-4 by app

Berryessa Gap – 15 Ma S, Ws; 530 795-3201 tus 4:30-8:30, f 12-8:30, Sa 11-8:30, Su

Bogle Vineyards – 37783 cuy rd, caksbu; 916 744-1139 Sa-Su 11-5, M

California Cellars – 15511 is rad, is; 916 777-5747 op by appm

Capay Valley Vineyards – 13757 hwy 16, Bks; 530 796-4110 op Sa-Su 12-5, Wkdays by app

Carvalho Family – pud a od Sua M, 35265 Ww Av, caksbu; 916 744-1625 Wd-Su

Heringer Estates – pud a od Sua M, 35265 Ww Av, caksbu; 916 744-1227 tu-S

SUISUN VALLEY

YOLO COUNTY



Purple Pearl Vineyards – 9177 cuy rd, Dx; 707 693-1607 tu-Su 12-5

River Grove Winery – 52183 caksbu rd, caksbu; 916 744-9000 op by appm y

Rominger West – 4602 Sd S, Davs; 530 747-2044 M-Sa 10-6

Scribner Bend Vnyds – 9051 rv rd, Saam; 916 744–1803 f-Su 11-4:30

Six Hands Winery – 13783 is rd, Wau gv; 916 776-2053 op by appm y

Solomon Wine Co. – pud a od Sua M, 35265 Ww Av, caksbu ; 916 744 1131 f 1-5, Sa-Su 11-5

Three Wine Company– pud a od Sua M, 35265 Ww Av, caksbu; 707 933-9752 f-Su 11-5

Todd Taylor Wines – pud a od Sua M, 35265 Ww Av, caksbu; 916 744-1120 Sa & Su 11-5Turkovich Family Wines– 30 4 r a a d A v , W s ; 5 30 79 5- 38 42 t u 12 -6 , f & S a 12 -9 ,S u 12 -5

Wilson Vineyards – caksbu; 916 744-1456 op by appm y

Bent Creek Winery – 5455 gv rd, lvm; 925 455-6320 f-Su 12-4:30

Big White House – 6800 gv rd, lvm; 925 449-1976 Sa-Su 12-4:30

Bodegas Aguirre – 8580 tsa rd, lvm; 925 606-0554 Sa-Su 12-4

Cedar Mountain – 7000 tsa rd, lvm; 925 373-6636 Sa-Su 12-4

Charles R Vnyds – 8195 ca rd rd, lvm; 925 454-3040 f-Su 12-4:30

Chouinard Vnyds – 33 85 3 Pa m a s rd, ca s V y; 51 0 58 2-9 900 Sa -S u 12 -5 (a d m s da ys )

Concannon – 4590 tsa rd, lvm; 925 456-2505 op day 11-4:30

Crooked Vine – 4948 tsa rd, lvm; 925 449-0458 M-Sa 11-4:30, Su 12-4:30

Cuda RidgeWines – 5385 eas Av, lvm; 510 304-0914 f-Su 12-4:30 & by appm

Dashe Cellars – 55 4 S, oakad; 510 452-1800 tu-Su 12-6, M by app

Eagle Ridge Vineyard – 10017 tsa rd, lvm; 925 443-3375 Sa-Su 12-4:30

Eckert Estate – 2400 Ay rad, lvm; 925 584-6494 Sa-Su 12 -5 & by appm

el Sol – 8626 lup Way, lvm; 925 606-1827 f-Su 12-5

Elliston Vineyards – 463 Kka, Su; 925 862-2377 Sa-Su 11-5 by app

Fenestra Winery – 83 Vas rd (hwy 84), lvm; 925 447-5246 f-Su 12-5

Garré Vineyard & Winery – 7986 tsa rd, lvm; 925 371-8200 f-Su 11:30-5

Hidden Creek – 5937 gaam c, Su B, lvm; 925 371-2424 Sa-Su 12-4:30

John Christopher – 25 S. lvm Av, S 103, lvm; 925-456-Wine tu-Su 12-6

La Rochelle – 5443 tsa rd, lvm; 925 243-6442 op day 12-4:30

Las Positas Vineyards – 1828 Wm rd, lvm; 925 449-9463 Sa-Su 12-5

Lavish Laines Winery – tasd a gd Bw, 2960 Pa Avu, lvm; 925 321-0373 Wd-Sa 10-6, Su 11-5Les Chenes – 5562 Va la, lvm; 925 373-1662 Wkds 12-4:30

Little Valley Winery – 739 Ma S, Pasa tu-Sa 12-6, Su 12-5

Livermore Valley Cellars– 2838 cas D, lvm; 925 454-9463 Sa-Su 12-5

LONGEVITY WINES – 227 1 S u Vas rd, S B , l v m , 9 25 -44 3-W in e f -Sa -S u 12 -5

Marr Cellars – pud a tsa Vs, 5143 tsa rd, lvm; 925 606-Wine f-Su 12-5

McGRAIL VINEYARDS– 5600 gv rd, lvm; 925 373-6214 f-M 12-4:30 & by appm

Miramont Estate – pud a tsa Vs, 5143 tsa rd, lvm; 925 606-Wine f-Su 12-524837 e. M rd, ld; 209 887-3178 By appm y

Mitchell Katz Winery – 1188 Vyad Av; Pasa; 925 931-0744 tu-Su 12-5

Murietta’s Well – 3005 Ms rd; lvm; 925 456-2390 May-o op day 11-4:30, nv-Ap Wd-Su 11-4:30

NOTTINGHAM CELLARS – 2245 Su Vas rd, lvm; 925 294-8647 f 2-6, Sa-Su 12-4:30

OCCASIO– 2245B Su Vas rad, lvm; 925 371-1987 f-Su 12 5Page Mill– 1960 S. lvm Av, lvm; 925 456-7676 12-4:30 f-Suday & by appm

Red Feather – 5700 gv rd, lvm; 925 449-1871 Sa-Su 11-5, M

Retzlaff Vineyards – 1356 S. lvm Av, lvm; 925 447-8941 tu-f 12-2, Sa-Su

Rios Lovell Estate Winery – 6500 tsa rd, lvm; 925 443-0434 Wd-f 11-3, Sa-S

Rodrigue Molyneaux – 3053 Maa Av, lvm; 925 447-4280 Sa-Su

Ruby Hill Winery – 400 Vyad Av, Pasa; 925 931-Wine op day

Ryhan Estate Vineyards – 5385 eas Av, lvm; 408-209-9498 f-S

Singing Winemaker (The ) – pud a tsa Vs, 5143 tsa rd, lvm; 925 606-Wine f-S

Steven Kent – 5443 tsa rd, lvm; 925 243-6440 op day

Stony Ridge Winery – 4948 tsa rd, lvm; 925 449-0458 M-Sa 11-4:30, Su

Tamas Estate – 5565 tsa rd, lvm; 925 456-2380 op day

Tenuta Vineyards – 633 Ka cmm, lvm; 925 960-1006 f-S

Tesla Vintners – 5143 tsa rd, lvm; 925 606-Wine f-S

Thomas Coyne Winery – 51 e. Vas rd (hwy 84), lvm; 925 373-6541 Sa-S

Wente Vineyards Estate Tasting Room – 5565 tsa rd, lvm; 925 456-2305 op day

Wente Vineyards Tasting Room – 5050 Ay rd, lvm; 925 456-2405 op day

Westover Vineyards – 34329 Pamas rd, cas Vay; 925 537-3932 Sa-S

White Crane Winery – 5405 gv rd, lvm; 925 455-8085 tu-M

Wood Family Winery – 7702 cda Mua rd, lvm; 925 606-7411 op by app

TREASURE ISLAND

BODEGA WINE ESTATES – 751 13 S a Av M, tasu isad, Sa fas f, Sa & Su m

Fat Grape Winery – 1080 Avu M, tasu isad, Sa fas; 415-388-8318 tu-Su 12-

Hoffman Family Cellars– 751 13 S a Avu M, tasu isad, Sa fas op

JUST JOSHIN– 751 13 S a Avu M, tasu isad, Sa fas f, Sa, Su m

KENDRIC VINEYARDS– 401 Avu h, tasu isad, Sa fas; (707) 363-9462 op

KNIGHTSWOOD – 751 13 S a Avu M, tasu isad, Sa fas f, Sa, Su

STEIN FAMILY WINES – 751 13 S a Avu M, tasu isad, Sa fas f, Sa, Su

Treasure Island Wines – 95 9 S ad Av i, tasu isad, Sf; 415-394-9463 M-f 9am-5pm, Sa

WINERY SF – 200 caa Av, Bd 180 n, tasu isad, Sf, 415-Sf -JUice op day 12-5, us by app

VIE – 200 caa Av, Bd 180 n, tasu isad, Sf, 415-Sf -JUice op day 12-5, us by app

Sol Rouge – 200 caa Av, Bd 180 n, tasu isad, Sf, 415-Sf -JUice op day 12-5, us by app

CONTRA COSTA COUNTYBloomfield Vnyd– 6 33 f s S , B w d ; 92 5 63 4- 94 63 W d -tu 4 -8 pm, f 4- 11 pm, Sa 11 am

Captain Vineyards – 1969 Jsp Dv, Maa; 925 631-0714 op by app

Enos Wines – 9000 Bwd Bvd., Bwd; 925 634-3900 op by app

Hannah Nicole Vnyds – 6740 Bau rad, Bwd; 925 513-0769 f 11-3, Sa-

Happy Valley Cellars – 1 223 Up p h app y V a y r a d, la ay ; 92 5 2 83 -1 245 op by app

Lolonis Vnyds Tasting Room – 1930 t Vay Bvd, Wau ck; 925-456-Wine M

New Departures Wine Co. – 6 14 0 Aa mb a V a y r ad , Ma z; 92 5 36 6- 84 63 o p by a pp Odisea Wine Co. – 963 rdwd Dv, Dav; 925 915-1662 op by app

Olin Wines – 975 D Av., U B, cd; 925 771-7107 Sa 12-4

Palomares Vineyards – 34329 Pamas rad, cas Vay Sa-S

Parkmon Vineyards – 55 lad Dv, Maa; 925 631-7980 op by app

Shadowbrook Winery – 37 39 S ad w b k c u , W a u c k ; 9 25 -9 88 -9 46 3 o p b y a pp

Sterling Albert Winery– 15 0 M as c , S u J , c d ; 9 25 2 19 -2 27 9 S a 1 2- 5p m, S u

Tamayo Family Vnyds – 2155 eks Way, Bwd; 925 513-8463 op by app

Viano Vineyards – 150 M Avu, Maz; 925 228-6465 Wd-M

Wedl Wine Cellars – 400 ta la, oaky; 925 360-9677 op by appm

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The Acacia system has been developing since vines were plantedin Carneros. Long before any grapes have been crushed, attention to

lots of details has to have taken place; meticulous pruning, careful

canopy and cluster management, planting beneficial cover cropswithin the vineyards, and constant monitoring of all facets of the

vineyard environment are required to produce the best grapes. Oncejudged ready for picking, every lot is harvested and sorted by hand –

only perfect grapes go into Acacia Chard, Pinot or any other wine.

The winemaking is equally as detail-oriented, focusing on gentlehandling and extraction, by-hand punch downs for reds and barrel

fermentations for whites.

The tasting room next to the winery is, naturally, the best place totry these wines and see the winemaking in action, and the enthusi-

astic staff are happy to pour their best, accompanied by some of thebest views in the Valley. Acacia’s Pinot Noirs exhibit seductive flower,

tea, and fruit aromas, and they showcase layered fruit flavors compli-

mented by spice notes. Equally, Acacia’s Chardonnays show off

opulent aromas of fruit and citrus, and oak is used only as accent togenerous fruit and spices. In addition to several different vineyard-

designated bottling of these classics, the tasting room also pours otexclusive releases, which include Sauvignon Blanc and Late Harve

Sauvignon Blanc, Syrah and Viognier. Don’t skip these – they show

off what happens when winemaker Matthew Glynn gets to play a Even with all of the above, it’s their events which make Acacia o

current tasting room of the week, and this spring’s Carneros fundoesn’t disappoint! Saturday, February 11th brings theMardi Gras

Luncheon, focused on great festivity and a whole lot of merrymak

in combination with wine and a menu full of New Orleans classiclike crab cakes with remoulade, Shrimp ’n’ Grits, Jambalaya and

sweet cornbread muffins. Equally, the weekend of March 9th to th

11th brings the “March Madness” Barrel Tasting Weekend, andthere’s nothing like barrel tasting as it gives access to the wines bef

they’ve been finalized in the bottle! The good times don’t stop thethough, as Sunday, March 25th delivers the Pizza & Pinot Party, a

Saturday, April 28th displays local, fresh and sustainable products

the Farmer’s Market Lunch. Each of these events shows why Acac

knows its stuff: fun times, good food and great wines. Go taste foryourself and you’ll agree. Enjoy!

comfortable atmosphere… perfect for hosting corporate and specialevents.

The long tasting bar spans one side of the room. Behind the bar,you’ll find tasting room personnel who are friendly, knowledgeableand enthusiastic. In my humble opinion, they have good reason tobe enthusiastic, because the wines at Alderbrook are excellent andreasonably priced. I tasted a bunch of wines during my visit and

loved them all, but I only have room to write about a couple, sohere goes…• 2007 Estate Zinfandel, Dry Creek Valley ($28) – This is one

spicy Zinfandel! Aromas and flavors of black pepper, baking spices,ripe blackberry and mocha abound, all wrapped up in a smooth, juicy mouthfeel. In a word, yum!

• 2007 Zinfluence (Zinfandel-based blend, $32) – This deliciouswine reminded me of the holiday season in a glass – aromas of gingerbread, orange peel, spice potpourri, plum and blackberrycontinue as flavors in the richly textured mouthfeel. Alderbrook just released its 2009 Pinot Noir not only in the

winery, but for distribution across the continental U.S. ($32). “It’s beeneight years since we last distributed a wine. We think this Pinot isworthy of the honor,” says Benjamin Downing, Floor Supervisor. It’svery fruit forward with essence of strawberries and cherry cordials;high acidity with a spicy mid-palate and long finish.

Along with the excellent wines, Alderbrook Winery offers agenerous selection of jams, mustards, sweet treats, gift items, includingart by local artists, logoed clothing (hats, t-shirts, sweatshirts, jackets,etc…), servingware, glassware, books and toys.

Come sit by the fire with a glass of your favorite wine and play agame of chess, checkers, cards, dominoes or cribbage. If the weatheris nice, step outside and play a game of corn hole, bocce or bringyour dog and play in the backyard.

Visit Alderbrook Winery – take your time, enjoy some fabulouswines and maybe do a little shopping. You’ll be glad you did!

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