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At Sequoia Grove Winery, we believe that Cabernet Sauvignon and other red wines work with a much wider variety of dishes than the typical red wine, red meat “rules” would permit. Our philosophy for wine and food pairings focuses on making small adjustments to prepared dishes in order to preserve or enhance the a ors o the wine. ut don t ust ta e our word or it – come see for yourself! Settle in as you enjoy tasting top-tier Single Vineyard and Reserve red wines expertly paired with a variety of cuisines prepared by in-house wine and food expert, Che ritny Maure e.

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W I N E R Y S E UOI A G R OV E

The Perfect Blend.

A TASTE FOR CABERNET WINE & FOOD EXPERIENCE – Taste e ceptional wines re ecting Napa Valley AVAs paired with bites by wine and ood e pert Che ritny Maure e (a ailable ednesday-Sunday)

CURRENT RELEASE TASTING – E plore a spectrum o current release Napa Valley wines in the historic Tasting arn or a pri ate patio table (weather permitting).

SINGLE VINEYARD TASTING – This tasting is designed for both the serious Cabernet Sau ignon aficionado and those who want a better understanding o how terroir in uences the characteristics o fine wine.

Pairing options from our Patio Pairings Menu curated by Chef Britny are avaialble for both the Current Release Tasting and the Single Vineyard Tasting.

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MAY 2023

ISSUE 5 | VOLUME 42

FEATURES

ON THE COVER

| LEDSON WINERY & VINEYARDS

Discover the Heart and Passion

13 |Recommended Wines Decadent Cabernet for Mother’s Day and Beyond

15 | Introducing The Miller House Napa Valley’s Newest Tasting Destination

16 |Explore Sonoma Valley

Premier Destination for Wine, Food, Arts, Culture & Lifestyle

22 |Where To Go For Cra Cocktails

26 | Russian River Valley AVA

Celebrating its 40th Anniversary

28 | What’s New and Notable

30| Pink Sonoma Saturday

20+ Wineries Pouring Their Latest Rosé Wine Releases

31 | Yountville Art, Sip & Stroll

Open-air event offering fine art, fine wine and great food!

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On the Cover: Ledson Winery & Vineyards

Come Discover the Heart and Passion

Ledson Winery, locally known as “The Castle,” specializes in crafting small-lot wines reflecting Sonoma County’s uniquely diverse winegrowing regions. Ledson is excited to offer a thrilling new way to experience Sonoma Wine Country: from the sky!

Come Explore Sonoma Valley

Premier Destination for Wine, Food, Arts, Culture and Lifestyle

Sonoma Valley is known for its stunning scenery, world-renowned wineries, and charming small towns. Visitors can indulge in wine tastings at some of the most acclaimed wineries in the world, explore historic landmarks, and enjoy outdoor activities plus farm-to-table dining options.

Broadway Under the Stars returns June 16, tickets now available

33 | Yountville Pride Week Pride Celebrations and Inclusion for All!

34 | Taste of Sonoma

Kendall-Jackson, June 24

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36 | PREFERRED DINING

REGULARS

35 | Breweries, Distilleries & Cider Houses

36 | Preferred Dining

42 | Things To Do

46 | Wine Country Calendar

62 | Recommended Wineries

Wine Tasting Maps

58 | Sonoma County

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Petaluma, 61

Sonoma Valley, 60

Geyserville, 61

Santa Rosa, 61

Sonoma Plaza, 60

Glen Ellen, 60

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Yountville, 63

St. Helena, 63

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Discover the Heart and Passion of LedsonWinery & Vineyards

Ledson Winery, locally known as “The Castle,” specializes in crafting small-lot wines reflecting Sonoma County’s uniquely diverse winegrowing regions. The wines reflect a sense of place and showcase the art of premier winemaking. In fact, about 90% of Ledson wine is produced from estate-grown fruit, which allows winemaker Steve Ledson to meticulously farm his vineyards producing superior wine. Ledson Winery produces more than 60 different wines — up to 20 different varietals and blends from as many as 12 distinct appellations. You’re sure to discover a wine you will love!

The Ledson family has a long and rich agricultural history in Sonoma County dating back to the 1860s. The 150-year-plus Ledson legacy was built on hard work and land stewardship. The Ledson “Castle” is hard to miss on Highway 12, displaying true French Normandy-style architecture. The 16,000-square-foot structure was designed entirely by Steve Ledson and features sweeping staircases, marble fireplaces, cathedral-style windows, coffered ceilings, several tasting bars, and over five miles of ornate wood inlays and mosaics, which were hand-cut and installed by the Ledson Construction team. This amazing building is a true labor of love. Visit this unique winery to discover the heart and passion of a family-owned operation producing outstanding, high-quality wines.

Tasting at the Winery

Ledson offers an astounding variety of beautiful wines. Select from award-winning Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, rosé, Pinot Noir, Grenache, Mourvedre, Carignane, Malbec, Zinfandel, Syrah, Petite Sirah, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, red blends, and a late harvest Zinfandel.

Ledson’s beautiful tasting rooms offer a sophisticated yet casual approach to exploring wine. The experienced staff is on-hand and eager to offer recommendations, provide information and guide you through your tasting. You can choose a private tasting, a seated tasting or a traditional tasting at one of their

Helicopter Tours

Ledson is excited to offer a thrilling new way to experience Sonoma Wine Country: from the sky! Enjoy a flight from Hayward to the rolling bucolic vineyards of Sonoma County. This unique experience is for 2-4 guests arriving by helicopter to Ledson Winery, enjoying an intimate 90-minute private tasting. Private Wine Tastings include five of their finest wines in a private tasting suite conducted by one of their friendly and knowledgeable wine consultants, personally trained and mentored by Steve Ledson.

three meticulously designed tasting bars. Cheese and charcuterie plates are available to elevate your experience.

If hunger strikes, the Ledson Winery Gourmet Marketplace offers delicious options from local purveyors, such as sandwiches, deli salads, charcuterie trays and much more. Choose from an extensive selection of locally produced gourmet items for purchase, including estate grown olive oil, artisan cheeses, meats and wineinfused chocolate sauces.

Your Own Vineyard Row

Ledson’s wine club offers the unique opportunity to have your own vineyard row!

As a Ledson club member you have the ability to “own” one or more vineyard rows surrounding the Castle planted to Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petit Verdot. Your reserved row will be specifically marked with a personalized plaque and you will receive another plaque to display at home. Depending on the location of the vineyard row, some owners can even enjoy a private tasting at their vineyard row. Your estate grapes will then be harvested and blended into “Three Brothers,” a Bordeaux style wine. Each bottle of “Three Brothers” wine will display your personalized name to commemorate this special wine.

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Open daily by appointment from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

7335 Highway 12, Kenwood (707) 537-3810 • www.ledson.com

Crab Cakes & Ledson Carneros

‘Sangiacomo Vineyards’ Chardonnay

1/3 cup mayonnaise

1 large egg, beaten

2 tablespoons Dijon mustard

2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce

1/2 teaspoon hot sauce

Kosher salt

Freshly ground black pepper

1 pound crabmeat

3/4 cup panko bread crumbs

2 tablespoons freshly chopped parsley

Canola oil, for frying

Lemon wedges, for serving

Tartar sauce, for serving

In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, egg, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire, and hot sauce. Season with salt and pepper.

In a medium bowl, stir together crabmeat, panko, and parsley. Fold in mayonnaise mixture, then form into 8 patties.

In a large skillet, coat pan with oil and heat until shimmering. Add crab cakes and cook, in batches, until golden and crisp, 3 to 5 minutes per side.

Serve with lemon and tartar sauce.

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New Release Wine Reco endations

Decadent Cabernet for Mother’s Day and beyond.

This beautiful Cabernet from Charles Krug is elegant and graceful. The wine begins with a bouquet of cassis, toasted pecan and vanilla, followed by nuanced notes of blackberry, violet, and dark chocolate on the palate. It’s a beautifully balanced wine with silky texture, plush roundness, a long finish. It drinks well in its youth, making a fine fit for upcoming Mother’s Day celebrations.

From the creators of the famed Schrader Cellars, their Double Diamond label offers top quality at a very reasonable price. The wine hails from the Oakville appellation and is aged 16 months in 50% new French oak. It’s a soft and elegant expression of Cabernet with an inviting profile that showcases a silky texture, soft tannin structure, and warm red fruit. It shows notes of strawberry and plums with an underlying spiced earth component coupled with a hint of olive. The wine is nicely balanced and will be a lovely offering for pairing with Mother’s Day charcuterie plates.

The Mount Veeder Cabernet Sauvignon blends just enough Merlot (12%), Malbec (2%), and Cabernet Franc (1%) to give this wine a distinct flavor profile filled with complexity and nuance. Aromas of blackberry and caramel give way to a palate filled with ripe berries, plum, dark chocolate, and roasted coffee beans. It has a voluptuous mouthfeel balanced by bright acidity — no doubt a hallmark of mountainous Cabernet — and shows power with restraint. Bring this wine to Mother’s Day dinners with roasts and steaks for an evening of delightful pairing.

This is a powerhouse 100% Cabernet Sauvignon from the iconic and coveted To Kalon Vineyard site. It shows off deep aromatic notes of cassis, black cherry, and leather. The palate is assertive yet balanced with grippy tannin structure, full body, and diversity in flavor: savory qualities combine with ripe dark fruit, baking spice, and an earthy minerality. The wine is aged for an impressive 20 months in 100% new French oak, giving it the gift of ages. This is a Cabernet worth gifting for mothers who treasure their cellar collections.

For inquiries, email Melissa at mvfooddrink@gmail.com or visit www.mvfooddrink.com.

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Charles Krug Winery 2018 Vintage Selection Cabernet Sauvignon, $175 Mount Veeder 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon, $55 To Kalon Vineyard Company 2019 H.W.C., $250 Double Diamond 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon $80

Introducing The Miller House

Napa Valley’s Newest Tasting Destination

The Miller House honors the endless contributions of Founder Leslie Frank, born Leslie Miller, whose vision was to build a unique and special entertaining area for Frank Family guests. The Miller House showcases Leslie’s signature chic style combined with the farmhouse elegance of renowned architect Howard J. Backen. It serves as a canvas for the winery’s most exclusive and elevated experiences where Frank Family wines will be poured alongside the cuisine of celebrity chef Christina Machamer.

“Leslie Frank is a former Emmy award-winning news journalist who has long served as one of Frank Family’s visionaries. She also exudes good taste and hospitality, so we were resolute in naming the new space after her from the start,” says Hospitality Director Liam Gearity.

The Miller House rises over the vast Member’s Lawn, behind Frank Family’s Craftsman House-turned tasting room, inviting guests to taste their vineyardfocused wines and enjoy small, curated bites, while overlooking surrounding vineyards and mountains. Featuring sustainably reclaimed wood, high ceilings, and natural earth tones that bring the outside in, the space was expertly designed with no detail spared.

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Frank Family Vineyards opens new Howard Backen-designed hospitality center featuring wine and food pairings
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Miller House at Frank Family Vineyards

“Rich and I were actually married at this site,” says Founder, Leslie Frank. “This is a very special location for me. I wanted to create a space that integrated the natural beauty of our surroundings, where our guests could experience the joy of nature here in Calistoga,” says Leslie.

The Miller House allows guests to enjoy a seamless indoor-outdoor experience on the Napa Valley floor no matter what time of year. The 2,300-square-foot structure features floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors, custom-made recycled ash wood tables, large statement mirrors, artful light fixtures, and an inviting lounge area with cognac-colored leather sofas around a central fireplace. Each element was thoughtfully selected by Leslie alongside Napa-based interior designer, Robin Beck of Hawkins Interiors to complete the space. They combined the contemporary interior with an additional 1,100 square feet of exterior covered seating for tastings and private and winery-hosted events, where guests can be at one with the serene landscape of the valley.

Seasonal Wine and Food Experience

Chef Machamer has created a hyper-seasonal, authentic farmto-table wine and food experience for guests of The Miller House. Each new pairing is hand-selected to demonstrate how the aromas,

textures, and flavor profiles of Frank Family’s estate-driven wines are accentuated by food. “I like to think of this experience as a masterclass on food and wine pairings,” says Gearity, who along with his team of experienced wine educators will guide guests through each pairing and take time to explain why they work well together, providing fundamental pairing tips

along the way that can be easily applied at home.

The menu will be ever-evolving to showcase the season’s best, always highlighting locally grown ingredients, like home-grown Meyer lemon from Frank Family’s Winston Hill or mission fig picked from the centurion trees located at their estate Benjamin Vineyard in Rutherford. The tasting will start light with Frank Family’s Blanc de Blancs and perhaps a homemade yeasted blini with caviar and crème fraiche. The pairings become progressively more umami driven as the tasting moves into the reds—such as sliced Spanish Fuet with Winston Hill Cabernet Sauvignon. “We are excited to showcase our excellent wines with delicious food, and we hope each guest leaves with a heightened appreciation for pairing the two,” says Leslie Frank.

Chef Christina Machamer was the winner of season four of FOX’s Hell’s Kitchen and is today one of Napa Valley’s preeminent chefs. She worked side-by-side with some of the world’s top chefs, including Gordon Ramsay and Thomas Keller, before launching her own business in the Napa Valley a decade ago.

The exploration of food and wine offered at The Miller House is ideal for private groups or for guests who enjoy meeting others with shared interests in food and wine. The Miller House Elevated Experience is now available at $120 per guest, $60 per club member. The outdoor patio is available for seated Estate tastings, $60 per person, complimentary for members. Reservations can be made online at FrankFamilyVineyards.com/Visit and private event inquiries can be made at FrankFamilyVineyards.com/Private-Events.

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– Come Explore –SONOMA VALLEY

Sonoma Valley is known for its stunning scenery, world-renowned wineries, and charming small towns. Visitors can indulge in wine tastings at some of the most acclaimed wineries in the world, explore historic landmarks, and enjoy many outdoor activities. The region also offers a rich culinary scene with farm-to-table dining options and local artisanal products. Whether you're a wine enthusiast, a nature lover, or a foodie, Sonoma Valley is a perfect destination for a relaxing and enjoyable getaway.

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Sonoma Valley is a haven for wine enthusiasts and nature lovers alike. With its picturesque landscapes, charming small towns, and world-renowned wineries, Sonoma Valley is the perfect destination for a weekend getaway or a longer vacation.

One of the main attractions in Sonoma Valley is its incredible wineries. With approximately 100 wineries to choose from, visitors can taste a variety of wines, from robust reds to crisp whites. Many wineries offer tastings and tours, giving visitors the opportunity to learn about the winemaking process and history of the region.

Aside from wine tastings, Sonoma Valley is also home to numerous outdoor activities. Visitors can take a hike through regional and state parks with stunning views of the valley and its surrounding hills.

For a more relaxing outdoor experience, visitors can take a hot air balloon ride over the valley, enjoying the breathtaking views from above. Other outdoor activities include biking through vineyards, and horseback riding through the countryside.

Sonoma Valley also boasts a rich culinary scene with farm-to-table restaurants and local artisanal products. The region is known for its fresh produce, dairy, and meats, making it a foodie's paradise. Many restaurants in the area offer menus that change seasonally to showcase the best of Sonoma Valley’s ingredients.

In addition to the wineries, outdoor activities, and culinary scene, Sonoma Valley is also home to numerous small towns that are worth exploring. The town of Sonoma, for example, features a historic plaza, as well as numerous shops, restaurants, and art galleries. The Tuesday night farmer’s market on the plaza is a local’s hot spot every week May-September. Other towns in the area, such as Glen Ellen and Kenwood offer smalltown charm with quaint streets, beautiful hiking trails and unique shops.

Whether you’re a wine enthusiast, a nature lover, or a foodie, Sonoma Valley has something to offer everyone. It’s no wonder that Sonoma Valley is a popular destination for visitors from around the world.

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– Plan your visit! –
Sonoma Valley is a Premier Destination for Wine, Food, Arts, Culture and Lifestyle
B.R. Cohn Winery Sonoma Valley Visitors Bureau Wit & Wisdom/The Lodge at Sonoma

Home to almost 100 wineries, this is a destination for wine lovers from around the world.

St. Francis offers a one-of-a-kind vineyard tour aboard the fully sustainable, pedal-powered, tasting trolley and embark on this fun and informative roving wine tasting. In addition, don't miss the nationally acclaimed five-course fine dining experience.

Buena Vista Winery is the oldest commercial winery in California, established in 1857. Be sure to explore the stunning winery grounds as well as the interactive Wine Tool Museum.

Gloria Ferrer is famous for its sparkling wines and breathtaking views of Sonoma Valley. Visitors can sample its sparkling wines, such as Blanc de Blancs and Brut Rosé, while enjoying the panoramic views of the valley. Special experiences include Food & Wine Tasting, Terrace Brunch or Taste of Caviar.

Discover the refined elegance of Ram’s Gate Winery with their Seasonal Wine and Food Experience. Begins with a tour focused on the estate farming techniques and the winemaking process. Then, be seated where the host will take you through each wine hand selected by Winemaker Joe Nielsen and specifically paired with a food course created by Executive Chef Ruby Oliveros.

Loxton is a boutique winery located in Glen Ellen. It is known for its smallbatch, single-vineyard wines, which are crafted with minimal intervention. Make reservations to go on a Vineyard Walkabout with owner Chris Loxton!

Black Dog Ranch/Beresini Winery is a small, family-owned winery. It specializes in handcrafted wines made from its own estate-grown fruit. Visitors can enjoy a personalized tasting experience inside a wine tank built in 1885 and visit with one of the Black Dogs!

At Ledson Winery, the stunning castle-like building is a sight to behold and creates a truly unique atmosphere. Visitors can explore the sprawling estate, including the beautifully manicured gardens and vineyards, while learning about the winemaking process and history of the property.

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– Sip –
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Certified biodynamic, Benziger Family Winery is committed to sustainable farming practices. Visitors can take the award-winning Biodynamic Tractor Tram Tour through the vineyards and insectory followed by a tasting of four limited-production wines.

BR Cohn offers a stunning vineyard view with a wide range of wines, including their award-winning Cabernet Sauvignon. For the ultimate wine and concert experience, check out B.R. Cohn Rocks, October 7.

Abbot's Passage Winery & Mercantile provides a unique tasting experience with their artisanal wines, small-batch spirits, and curated food pairings. Gather, play, eat and drink at one of the private shuffleboard courts nestled in amongst the vines. Enjoy 2 hours of selfguided court time to compete, sip and relax.

Gundlach Bundschu is a family-owned winery with a long history of winemaking and offers a variety of wines, including their signature Merlot. Book a tour of the vineyards via a Swiss Army transport vehicle!

Donum Estate offers a beautiful setting in Carneros with a focus on Pinot Noir and Chardonnay wines, with an emphasis on terroir and artistry. The Donum Collection is one of the world’s largest accessible private sculpture collections with more than 50 monumental works of art.

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– Dine –

Dining in Sonoma Valley is a unique culinary experience that offers a wide range of options to satisfy every palate. The region is renowned for its farm-to-table cuisine and serve a variety of dishes ranging from traditional American fare to international cuisines like Italian, Portuguese, and Asian fusion. Many restaurants offer outdoor dining options, providing a stunning backdrop of vineyards and rolling hills. Dining in Sonoma Valley is a gastronomical delight that is sure to please even the most discerning foodies.

– Explore –

Now more than ever with the highly anticipated superbloom, not only does hiking in Sonoma Valley offer a breathtaking experience with stunning views, wildflowers should be in beautiful abundance. Start your day with a short hike at Jack London State Historic Park, Sugarloaf Ridge State Park or Sonoma Valley Regional Park in search of spectacular displays of poppies, lupines, mustard plants and more! Sonoma Botanical Garden is also expecting a particularly vibrant spring bloom.

For fine dining, try The Girl & The Fig, El Dorado Kitchen, Wit & Wisdom, Cafe La Haye, FolkTable, Swiss Hotel, Layla, Glen Ellen Star, or Salt and Stone. If you're looking for something more casual, try Oso Sonoma, Sonoma Grille, Red Grape, Tip’s Roadside, Kina’s or The Mill at Glen Ellen. For more worldly flavors, check out La Salette or Tasca Tasca for Portugeuse, Taste of the Himalayas for Indian, Layla for Mediterranean, Shige Sushi for Japanese or Bangkok 9 for Thai. For breakfast, we recommend Sunflower Cafe, Garden Court Cafe, or Kina’s.

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IMPECCABLE HOSPITALITY EXQUISITE ATMOSPHERE EXTRAORDINARY WINES

Ledson Winery & Vineyards

In the heart of Sonoma Valley, fifth generation winemaker & viticulturist Steve Ledson consistently produces highly coveted, small-lot, handcrafted wines from his estate vineyards, many of them scoring between 95 and 99 points. Most recently, three of them have achieved recognition as ‘Wine of the Year’ at prestigious international wine competitions. Ledson is known for showcasing absolutely some of the best that Sonoma County has to offer.

Ledson Winery is an architectural showpiece known throughout the world as the ‘Castle.’ Vine Pair called it, “One of the twelve most impressive wineries in the world” and the Boston Globe said, “ is castle is a must see.”

Whether you book a general tasting or opt for a magnificent private tasting of Ledson’s top scoring wines in one of the intimate tasting suites, you will have an experience like no other. e Gourmet Marketplace offers local cheeses, fresh sandwiches, salads and treats to create the perfect picnic lunch you can enjoy in the Oak Grove.

Ledson wines are sold exclusively at the winery, online at ledson.com, and at the Zina Lounge in Sonoma.

Ledson Hotel & The Zina Lounge

Standing like a crown jewel of the Historic Sonoma Plaza, the luxurious six-room boutique Ledson Hotel & Zina Lounge bring guests back in time to an era of grandeur. e rooms feature king-sized beds, in-room whirlpool tubs, romantic fireplaces and private balconies.

On the first floor is the Zina Lounge, a world class destination named after Steve Ledson’s great-great grandfather, Zina Hyde Cunningham who settled in Sonoma County in 1865 to open the family winery. e winery specializes in producing small lots of meticulously handcrafted wines, scoring in the mid 90’s. Wrap your day up at the Zina Lounge with wines from Zina Hyde Cunningham, Ledson, and Mountain Terraces wineries. Complement your tasting with a cheese & charcuterie plate while watching the sunset from the sidewalk seating, or relaxing by the fireplace.

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CRAFT COCKTAILS

Napa and Sonoma counties are renowned for their vineyards and wineries, but they also offer an impressive cocktail scene for those looking to explore something beyond wine. The region boasts a plethora of bars and restaurants that offer artisanal cocktails made from locally sourced ingredients. From classic cocktails like the Negroni to creative blends incorporating seasonal fruits and herbs, there is something for every taste preference. Visitors can enjoy drinks while taking in stunning views of the vineyards or sipping a cocktail by a cozy fireplace. Whether you’re looking for a romantic night out or a fun afternoon with friends, the cocktail scene in Napa and Sonoma counties is definitely worth exploring.

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Duke’s Spirited Cocktails | Downtown Healdsburg

A local haunt since 1933, Duke’s describes itself as a “cultivated cocktail bar.” Located in a historic building and with a mission to provide a welcoming watering hole for locals and tourists alike, Duke’s has been serving delicious libations to the community of Healdsburg for generations. Completely without pretension, the bar combines the education, enjoyment and experimentation of spirits in a laidback atmosphere that encourages one to stay a while. The menu showcases locally made spirits, beer, and wine as well as a unique selection of brands from across the ocean. If they can’t make it or grow it themselves, they will buy the best that they can.

Hanson Distillery | Sonoma

In the heart of the beautiful Sonoma Valley, Hanson of Sonoma is a family owned and operated distillery and tasting room offering a unique, organic, grape-based, gluten-free and non-GMO vodka. Handcrafted and distilled using a combination pot and 50-plate column still, and infused with real organic ingredients, Hanson’s vodka is pure, clean and incredibly smooth. Reserve a tasting or tour – offered daily – at the gorgeous property. Rural in aesthetic but fun and relaxed in vibe, a guided group tour includes an in-depth look at how spirits are made followed by a seated tasting of Hanson Organic Vodkas. Or book a private event to host friends and family for a Private Mixology or Infusions Class. Additionally, private vodka and food pairings include a multi-course lunch or dinner, or family-style meal with Hanson Vodka Pairings.

North Bar & Grill | Napa

Popular with locals and visitors alike, North Bar & Grill has a buzzy bar scene and has quickly become the go-to hotspot for inventive cocktails, craft beers, local wines and globally inspired small plates. Think of your neighborhood “Cheers” where Bartender Reba Jones and Bar Manager Jessica Epting calmly captain the lively bar all while working hard to come up with a new signature cocktail each and every day. To keep things innovative, the pair create their own infusions, mixers and liqueurs from flowers and fruits, using local, organic ingredients whenever possible. Think a flower-infused hibiscus gin, a one-of-a-kind Margarita with housemade butterfly peapod tequila, or the Pink Dragon made with Patron silver, muddled dragon fruit, and housemade cranberry syrup. For the less adventurous there are, of course, the usual suspects like hand-selected wines from Napa, Sonoma, and around the world, as well as craft beers and delicious food and bar bites. Either way, it is endlessly satisfying to note that, whatever you fancy, North Bar & Grill is a warm and welcoming neighborhood spot, perfect for any day of the week.

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The ‘Filipino Ding-a-ling’ This is their take on a Singapore Sling and is such a good spring time cocktail.

HopMonk Tavern | Sebastopol

Spring has sprung and with it, a plethora of new cocktail offerings from HopMonk Sebastopol. Bar Manager/Assistant Manager and all around cocktail connoisseur, Kylie Schlobohm, is taking her cues from the profusion of wildflowers popping up following months and month of rain. Using local ingredients wherever possible, Schlobohm mentioned a couple of her favorites. Pink Petals is made with rose water, local raspberries, and egg white for a frothy, beautifully pink-hued drink. The Macha Colada uses green tea macha powder – very Sebastopol-esque says Schlobohm - pineapple juice, a bit of coconut, and mint for a new spin on a pina colada. The cocktail program typically includes a clarified milk punch and the newest rendition is a dreamy take on a creamsicle. An adult version of an all-time favorite from the ice cream truck and perfect for warm weather, this delicious cocktail makes use of local citrus, primarily from employee’s orange and Meyer lemon trees. Schlobohm says that customers are always enthusiastic about new offerings, especially when they embrace the change of seasons. She also pointed out that the tavern hosts a huge summer music series.

ArBARetum | Downtown Napa

A sidearm of the popular Napa Valley Distillery, the newly opened ArBARetum is located in the heart of downtown Napa and at the cutting edge of Napa Valley’s cocktail and craft spirits scene. The lively space boasts a vintage vibe and provides the highest level of cocktail service, tastings, and premium spirits in one of the most unique settings in downtown Napa. The ArBARetum is also available for private events for up to 60 people.

Hollywood Bar | Downtown Napa

Also from the Napa Valley Distillery the Hollywood Bar offers an extensive selection of craft cocktails, premium spirits, and local wines, making it the perfect place to relax and unwind after a long day of exploring the vineyards. The bar’s talented mixologists are experts at creating unique and innovative cocktails using the freshest ingredients, and the menu features a variety of small bites and snacks to pair with your drinks. Whether you’re looking for a sophisticated night out with friends or a romantic evening with your significant other, the Hollywood Bar is a must-visit spot in Napa.

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Kylie Schlobohm: Bar Manager / Assistant General Manager / Cocktail Connoisseur

Kapu Bar | Downtown Petaluma

The spirit of aloha has come to Petaluma with the new Kapu Bar. Loosely translated as “keep out,” the vibe at Kapu is anything but. Warm and welcoming at every turn, with food and drinks that go right alongside. Cocktails include islandinspired concoctions such as the popular Mai Tai and Zombie to less traditional creations such as the Fink Bomb, the Jungle Bird, or the Tropical Itch. The food menu ranges from poke nachos to braised pipikaula and garlic chicken to Ohana-style favorites like adobo fried rice, fried noodles and “stuffed” fish. The funky space has just the right amount of kitsch for plenty of le’ale’a.

Fern Bar | The Barlow, Sebastopol

The Barlow is always a fun-filled place to pop in for cocktails, food, wine and shopping. While there, don’t miss Fern Bar, a bar-focused restaurant featuring craft garden-to-glass cocktails. Served in an airy, plant-filled space, Fern Bar features modern American cuisine inspired by West Sonoma County’s abundance of biodiversity. Along with a menu of innovative and delicious dishes, the lively bar scene features house-made beer and spirit-free elixirs, as well as locally sourced and small-production wines.

Perch + Plow | Downtown Santa Rosa

Located in historic Courthouse Square, Perch + Plow is restaurant by day and fun bar by night. Known for its eclectic cocktails and ever-evolving menu, Perch + Plow uses the abundance of ingredients endemic to Sonoma County to craft drinks and dishes focused on the freshest possible. Receiving accolades from patrons and winning awards from local media has only strengthened the appeal. With an edgy vibe perfect for guests of all ages - although written up as a hotspot for 20-somethingsPerch + Plow is sure to delight.

Wit & Wisdom | Sonoma

Located in the Lodge at Sonoma Resort, Wit & Wisdom is Chef Michael Mina’s first venture into Wine Country dining. Offering award-winning food and a robust wine list, the restaurant is also known for its eclectic collection of cocktails. Bar Manager, Ken Ariza, along with his team of bartenders are gifted mixologists who are constantly upping the ante in the craft cocktail game. Serving perfectly crafted classic cocktails that adhere to the traditional rules of bartending – think Mai Tais and Old Fashioneds – plus new renditions of old favorites as well as completely innovative creations keeps guests coming back for more. Take The Argonaut for instance. Using a technique called “fat washing,” Redwood Empire Whiskey is infused with browned butter which produces a sublimely silky texture. Combined with Cherry Heering and Cardamaro liqueurs, the delicious drink is practically irresistible. For the warm weather ahead, Ariza has a new drink he calls “Life in a Hammock.” This gin-based concoction includes Yuzu, Limoncello, Lavender syrup, Fino sherry, and Rose wine foam for a cocktail that is not too tart and not too sweet. As with all the cocktails at Wit & Wisdom, balance is key as are seasonal ingredients for a drinks menu that changes four times each year.

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‘Life in a Hammock’ ‘The Domino’ –inspired by the Bond girl of the same name – features a Thunderball of Rum, Key Lime, 5-spice, Pineapple, and cream

Russian River Valley Viticultural Area Celebrates 40th Anniversary

Recognizing four decades of accomplished winemaking, attentive agriculture, and its members’ unwavering commitment to outstanding wines, Russian River Valley Winegrowers marks the 40th anniversary of the legendary Russian River Valley American Viticultural Area (AVA) this year. Visitors and guests will have access to special events and offers, including the new “Decades of the Russian River Valley” self-guided tour, which gives fans the chance to explore wineries representing the vibrant history of the area.

“This milestone is a testament to the hard work and foresight of early vintners, the families and neighbors who have supported and challenged each other, and the friendships forged over the pursuit of excellence,” said Jesslyn Jackson, Executive Director, Russian River Valley Winegrowers (RRVW). “Every vineyard and winery in the Russian River Valley tells a story – and we’re only getting started.”

Officially named an AVA in 1983, the cool-climate region today encompasses 165,000 acres of premium vineyards, and is home to a thriving community of farmers and winemakers who are stewards of the land and who continuously strive to protect the future of the distinctive area. Long before its official AVA status, the Russian River Valley had a rich viticultural history, and records of winegrowing date back more than 150 years.

“Every vineyard and winery in the Russian River Valley tells a story –and we’re only getting started.”
– Jesslyn Jackson, Executive Director, Russian River Valley Winegrowers

With its proximity to the Pacific Ocean, which sends breezes and fog to cool the vineyards, and a long growing season, the area is especially suited for Pinot Noir. By the 1970s notable winemakers and growers were making a mark with their expressive wines. Since then, generations of innovators have built a legacy of producing distinctive wines of quality, authenticity, and integrity.

“Like many fellow growers, we have been farming here for decades. Our family vineyard is marking our 40th harvest and we now have the third generation living on and nurturing this land. We have great respect for the vision of and perseverance of the area’s pioneers,” said Chris Crispo of Bush Crispo Vineyards. “We’re at an exciting time with established names and newcomers alike combining new ideas with the best of classic techniques with the shared goals of quality and sustainability. Wines from the Russian River Valley are among the best in the world, and we continue working hard to build on this reputation for years to come.”

Russian River Valley Winegrowers Invites Aficionados to Sip Through the Decades This

Spring

Spring is an enchanting time to visit the region, and travelers are invited to embark on the selfguided “Decades of the Russian River Valley” tour through June 30, 2023. The experience offers a chance to sip through the history of the area, featuring wineries founded in each decade. Every stop will highlight diverse wine styles, esteemed vineyard sourcing and unique personalities. Select participating wineries include:

Pioneering Wineries (pre-1980s)

• Rodney Strong Vineyards - founded 1959

• Sonoma-Cutrer - founded 1973

• Landmark Vineyards and Winery - founded 1974

• La Crema - founded 1979

1980s

• Williams Selyem - founded 1981

• Taft Street - founded 1982

• Marimar Estate Vineyards and Winery - founded 1983

• Martinelli Winery and Vineyards - founded 1986 1990s

• Siduri Wines - founded 1994

• Ramey Wine Cellars - founded 1996

• Viszlay Vineyards - founded 1997

• Emeritus Vineyards - founded 1999

• Square Peg - founded 1999

2000s

• Merriam Vineyards - founded 2000

• Balletto Vineyards - founded 2001

• Cartograph - founded 2008

2010-present

• DRNK - founded 2012

• Char Vale Vineyards and Winery - founded 2014

• Bricoleur Vineyards - founded 2017

Complete details are available at https://russianrivervalley.org/ 40th-anniversary-celebration with new offers added throughout the season. In addition, RRVW will be the presenting partner of Pinot Forum, an immersive bootcamp for the trade, as well as a sponsor of Out in the Vineyard’s Gay Wine Weekend, to be held in Sonoma County in July.

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What'sNew and Notable!

New Fontana Pergola Reserve Tasting FERRARI-CARANO VINEYARDS & WINERY

Ferrari-Carano’s newest tasting space reveals breezy pergolas situated among a towering Italian fountain and 100-year-old olive trees in an area previously reserved only for family use. Parties of up to eight can sip from a flight of five reserve wines with the optional addition of a cheese and salumi platter highlighting seasonal ingredients from the Estate’s nearby culinary gardens.

SEQUOIA GROVE WINERY 2018 NAPA VALLEY SYRAH

Awarded 95 Points and Best of Class

Los Angeles International Wine Competition

The grapes for this wine are from the famed Stagecoach Vineyard on Atlas Peak, with Syrah clones 383 and 470. Clone 383 is spicy with lots of structure, while clone 470 is rich in berry aromas and flavors with balanced acidity. The addition of 19% Cabernet Sauvignon to the blend rounds out the palate and contributes dark fruit and graphite. This wine reminds us all why Syrah is one of our most beloved red grape varieties with its bold and rich character and foodfriendly versatility. Order yours today!

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Mountain Top Tour & Tastings are back!

KUNDE FAMILY WINERY, KENWOOD

This one-of-a-kind journey begins with a vineyard tour, followed by an exploration of the estate that ends at the tasting deck overlooking Sonoma Valley from an elevation of 1,400 feet. Enjoy highly sought-after, small-production wines, paired with artisan cheese and charcuterie.

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Picnics, Lodging, Bocce, Yoga & More BRICOLEUR VINEYARDS

The popular Essentials Picnic is back and better than ever, now with a chic red wagon! Unwind with a beautifully prepared picnic lunch and enjoy a true wine country experience with exceptional wines, extraordinary foods, and quiet moments on endless vistas. Relax with family and friends and enjoy the views with the new Rosé in the Roses experience, which takes place on Bricoleur’s beautiful bocce ball courts, privately reserved for small groups. Rooted is a seasonal “estate to plate” six-course wine and food pairing with inventive dishes made from ingredients grown on the estate. Friday Night Yoga – a twist on happy hour – takes place Fridays from 5:30-6:30pm. Wake up at Bricoleur Vineyards! Stay in the Vineyard Residences – available year round!

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Pink Sonoma Saturday – May 13, Viansa Sonoma Winery

Join in the fun with 20+ wineries pouring their latest Rosé Wine releases

Out In The Vineyard the organization that brings you the popular Gay Wine Weekend is proud to present the 3rd. annual Pink Sonoma Saturday coming up on May 13th. This event has quickly become the premier rosé wine tasting event of the season while also being one of the most highly anticipated events among wine enthusiasts and partygoers.

The event itself is a celebration of all things pink, as in rosé wines. It’s a #RoséAllDay event that takes place atop the summit overlooking Sonoma Valley at Viansa Sonoma Winery. The vineyards serve as the perfect setting to sample a wide variety of rosé wines, both still and sparkling, each with its own distinct flavor and aroma. This year, 20+ wineries will be offering their current rosé wine releases just in time for the spring and summer season.

Mix and Mingle

A highlight of this event is the opportunity to interact with some of the leading vintners in the region. They are always more than happy to share their knowledge and expertise about their wines and suggestions on how to pair the wines with food. As with any Out In The Vineyard event surprises await all who attend to help create a truly magical afternoon.

Throughout the day light bites will be provided by Chef Chad of Classic Culinaire Caters. Always bringing the best of Wine Country cuisine to any event. Here Chef Chad gets to create food pairings that will make all the wines shine. Music will fill the air throughout the afternoon as you enjoy the food and wine pairings.

Pink Sonoma Saturday is a benefit for Positive Images, supporting LGBTQ+ Youth in Sonoma County. A silent auction throughout the afternoon allows one to bid on amazing wines and wine country experiences with one hundred percent of the monies raised going to this worthwhile and vital organization.

Overall, the Out In The Vineyard Pink Sonoma Saturday event is a perfect event not only for wine connoisseurs but also for anyone who loves to have an extraordinary and unforgettable afternoon out in “our” Wine Country. The combination of the wine, cuisine, music and scenery crate a delightful and luxurious experience that will create memories for years to come. It is an event of true sophistication and fun where one can revel in the beauty of Sonoma Valley and indulge in the very best of what this iconic region has to offer.

Meet you atop the summit at Viansa Sonoma on May 13 from noon to 3 p.m.!

www.outinthevineyard.com/pink-sonoma-saturday

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Yountville Arts presents the 11th Annual Art, Sip & Stroll on Saturday, May 20, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Stroll downtown Yountville’s Washington Street where more than 50 juried artists, wineries, tasting rooms and live musical performances await attendees. For guests who find that perfect painting, sculpture, ceramics, photography, jewelry or work of art in a variety of mediums, concierge services are available for shipping, wrapping and will call to hold items until the end of the event. Complete the day by purchasing an outdoor lunch on site from one of the featured food trucks and relax in one of the town’s park-like venues, or make reservations for lunch or dinner at one of Yountville’s celebrated restaurants at yountville.com/dining.

Don’t miss 2023 featured artist Ivan McLean’s sculptures in a unique Yountville Arts curated show - OUTSIDE IN. The Gallery at the Yountville Community Center will feature an exclusive open to the public show and exhibition of Ivan McLean’s original work. Meet Ivan in person at the Gallery, where all sculptures will be for sale during the event.

Guests can enjoy the art at no charge, or they can purchase an “Art, Sip & Stroll” tasting package for $40 per person which includes a glass with four wine tasting tokens to be used at any event wine tasting stop, plus a signed Ivan McLean Art, Sip & Stroll 2023 poster.

Pre-sale tasting packages for Art, Sip & Stroll 2023 are on sale now. Presale will end on May 17 or when sold out. Visit www.artsipstroll.com to purchase. Pre-Sale Tasting Packages can be picked up prior to the event at the Yountville Community Center (6516 Washington St.)

Tuesday, May 16 through Friday, May 19 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. On event day, Tasting Packages can be picked up at either the Yountville Community Center or Veterans Memorial Park Information / Will Call Booth.

There is no charge to enjoy the event, which is situated throughout the center of town and ample parking is available. Once parked, guests are encouraged to walk or use the free Yountville Bee Bus to travel throughout town.

The Art, Sip & Stroll event is presented by Yountville Arts and the Town of Yountville and is sponsored in part by the Inns & Hotels of Yountville, the Yountville Chamber of Commerce, and the Yountville Tourism Improvement District.

www.artsipstroll.com

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Transcendence Theatre Company’s Summer Season Broadway Under the Stars returns June 16, tickets now available

Artistic Director Amy Miller shared, “This June, we are thrilled to welcome our beloved Sonoma community back to beautiful Jack London State Historic Park for the best season ever! We are excited to present an incredibly rich and diverse season – hits from Broadway and popular music, powerhouse vocals and stunning dancing, including our first fully-staged musical since 2019. Summer 2023 will also offer more performances than ever before – more opportunities to enjoy the best of Broadway under the stars here in wine country, and to experience the rejuvenating effects that the arts bring to our lives.”

The 2023 Transcendence Theatre Company Season:

• The Beat Goes On –

June 16 through July 2

The Beat Goes On celebrates the grooviest, hippest, and most rockin’ hits from the ’60s, ’70s, and ’80s. Jam to the music of The Beatles and the Stones, the Mamas and the Papas, Donna Summer, Prince, Madonna, and more. And if the music moves you, break out the bell bottoms, miniskirts, leggings, and scrunchies. Whether this cool collection of song and dance brings back memories or creates new ones, you’re sure to love every beat!

• The Full Monty – July 28 through August 20

Six friends. One outrageous idea. And a chance to make their dreams come true. The Broadway and West End

sensation The Full Monty is Transcendence’s first fullystaged musical since its 2019 smash-hit A Chorus Line. Written by Tony Award®-winners Terrence McNally and David Yazbek, The Full Monty tells a story that’s full of heart. You’ll be rooting for these down-on-their-luck pals from Buffalo, and wondering up until the very end if they will really pull it off.

• An Enchanted Evening –September 8 through 17

A captivating evening of soaring vocals and rapturous rhythms that will take your breath away.

An annual tribute to the best of Broadway and more, with sensational music and dance, performed underneath the magnificent Wine Country stars and sky.

Ticket prices range from $35 to $165 for each show. Early bird ticket pricing is good through May 8. Season subscriptions for all three shows start at $91 and are still available. Groups of 10 or more save up to 20%, and can be booked by calling the box office at 877-424-1414. For more information, visit www.bestnightever.org

Each Transcendence show includes a pre-show picnic in the park’s sprawling vineyard and meadow, and features a variety of local businesses including gourmet food trucks, vendors, pre-show entertainment, and fine wine from acclaimed Sonoma County wineries.

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“We are excited to present an incredibly rich and diverse season – hits from Broadway and popular music, powerhouse vocals and stu ing dancing,”
– ARTISTIC DIRECTOR AMY MILLER

Yountville Pride Week – June 5-11 Join us in Yountvi e for Pride Celebrations and Inclusion for A !

The Yountville Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce its inaugural Yountville Pride Week Celebration, Monday, June 5 through Sunday, June 11, 2023 in the town of Yountville and surrounding Napa Valley. This celebration includes special offers and packages from Chamber Members throughout the town of Yountville and the Napa Valley. The following businesses will be celebrating and embracing inclusivity for all:

- Yountville’s raising of the Pride Flag at Town Hall.

- Napa Valley Bike Tours in collaboration with Bouchon Bakery and Stewart Cellars is hosting a Pedal for Pride Bike Rental Package the entire month of June. The Package includes Bike rental and souvenir water bottle from Napa Valley Bike Tours, a slice of rainbow cake from Bouchon Bakery, and a glass of Sauvignon Blanc or Tartan Red Blend from Stewart Cellars.

- Clif Family Winery is hosting a fundraiser for LGBTQ Connection featuring Rainbow Pride Cookies available for $5 each during the entire month of June. 100% of the proceeds from every cookie sold June 1 -30 will be donated to LGBTQ Connection.

- Groth Vineyards & Winery is hosting A Taste of Groth, daily, June 5-11.

- Hoopes Vineyard is hosting Pride Week with one free

four-pack of minis to enjoy during your visit, June 6-11.

- Clif Family Winery is hosting a Sip & Support event on Wednesday, June 7, benefitting LGBTQ Connection.

- Cornerstone Cellars is hosting Pride Trivia Night, June 8.

- Jessup Cellars in collaboration with Handwritten Wines and Lloyd Cellars is hosting a Playbills and Platters Dinner event featuring Jacob Langfelder of Broadway and Vine and visual artist Cynthia Carey, with proceeds being donated to a local organization supporting the LGBTQIA+ community, on June 9.

- North Block Hotel is hosting a Winemaker’s Dinner featuring Gentleman Farmer Wines on June 9.

- Chandon is hosting Pride Celebration Picnic Day, June 10.

- The Yountville Chamber of Commerce in collaboration with the Town of Yountville will be hosting a Pride Music in the Park event June 11. This event is free and open to all, and features a family dance party led by DJ Rotten Robbie; live music from The Lucky Devils Band; delicious food for purchase from Di Filippo Wood Fired Pizza, The Original Burger Dog, and TJ Dim Sum; wine and beer for purchase with proceeds going to Yountville Kiwanis and the LGBTQ Connection; family friendly activities, crafts, games and information offered by local nonprofits and more. yountville.com/pridecelebrations

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Tickets on sale now with early bird pricing through May 31

Taste of Sonoma on June 24 will again be held on the beautiful grounds of Kendall-Jackson Wine Estate & Gardens. One of Sonoma County’s most highly anticipated events of the year will include a walk-around wine tasting, guided wine seminars, garden tours, premium wine experiences, food trucks, themed lounges and more! Taste of Sonoma tickets are on sale now, take advantage of early bird pricing through May 31 at TasteofSonoma.com.

“We are thrilled to host Taste of Sonoma at KendallJackson Wine Estate & Gardens for the second year,” said Randy Ullom, Winemaker for KendallJackson. “We look forward to welcoming back all of our neighboring vintners and their exceptional wines. KendallJackson’s expansive lawn and picturesque gardens provide a wonderful backdrop for enjoying Sonoma County’s renowned wines paired with the area’s bounty of culinary delights.”

while sipping Sonoma-grown sparkling wine in the Gloria Ferrer Bubble Lounge. Enjoy a beverage from the KendallJackson Garden Bar or the beer garden to savor with complimentary dishes from the Nosh Food Truck Plaza. VIP Admission ticketholders will discover a piece of Vintners Resort with luxury massages at their Vi La Vita Wellness Spa Lounge in VIP Club Reserve. Enhance your day with add-on experiences such as exclusive Wine Talks and Garden Tours.

-Jackson’s expansive lawn and picturesque gardens provide a wonderful backdrop for enjoying Sonoma County’s renowned wines paired with the area’s bounty of culinary delights.”

Meet the vintners in the Grand Tasting AVA Tents and enjoy the bounty that Sonoma County has to offer with access to over 60 wine varietals from 19 unique growing areas. General admission is from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. VIP Club Reserve ticket holders will enjoy early admission at 11 a.m. with access throughout the day to limited-production, reserve, and award-winning wines poured by the winemakers and owners of Sonoma County’s world-class wineries. All ticket holders will enjoy complimentary signature menu selections from the region’s most popular food trucks.

Sip frosé at Rodney Strong Vineyard’s “Destination Rosé Lounge” or transport yourself to a vibrant salón in Spain

“Our Sonoma County wineries love participating in Taste of Sonoma each year,” said Michael Haney, Executive Director of Sonoma County Vintners, who produces the annual event. “It’s their chance to connect with our neighbors, out-of-town wine lovers, and local brewers and chefs to showcase the very best of all things Sonoma County.”

Getting to Taste of Sonoma is easy! The venue, KendallJackson Wine Estate & Gardens, is conveniently located near Highway 101 for Bay Area road-trippers. Looking to make a weekend of it? There are fantastic lodging options nearby as well as direct flights to Sonoma County airport. Sonoma County Tourism’s new planning app can help with your accommodation and itinerary search.

Early bird ticket purchases made by May 31 will receive special pricing, from $180 General Admission to $225 VIP Club Reserve, plus optional add-on experiences. All attendees must be at least 21 years of age. Pets are not allowed, only service animals will be granted entry.

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BREWERIES CIDER HOUSES DISTILLERIES

SONOMA COUNTY BREWERIES

• ACE CIDER, THE CALIFORNIA CIDER COMPANY, Sebastopol

• ACRE AND SPADE , Penngrove

• BARREL BROTHERS BREWING COMPANY, Windsor

• BEAR REPUBLIC BREWING CO., Rohnert Park

• COOPERAGE BREWING COMPANY, Santa Rosa

• CORNER PROJECT ALES & EATS, Geyserville

• CROOKED GOAT BREWING, Sebastopol

• FOGBELT BREWING COMPANY, Santa Rosa

• GRAV SOUTH BREW CO., Cotati

• IRON OX BREWING COMPANY (Plow), Santa Rosa

• HENHOUSE BREWING COMPANY, Santa Rosa & Petaluma

• HOPMONK TAVERN SEBASTOPOL, Sebastopol & Sonoma

• HORSE & PLOW TASTING ROOM , Sebastopol

• JUNCTURE TAPROOM, Santa Rosa

• LAGUNITAS BREWING COMPANY, Petaluma

• MOONLIGHT BREWING COMPANY, Santa Rosa

• NO QUARTER BREWING, Windsor

• OLD CAZ BEER, Rohnert Park

• OLD POSSUM BREWING CO., Santa Rosa

• OLD REDWOOD BREWING COMPANY, Windsor

• PALOOZA BREWERY AND GASTROPUB, Kenwood

• PARLIAMENT BREWING COMPANY, Rohnert Park

• RUSSIAN RIVER BREWING COMPANY, Santa Rosa & Windsor

• SEISMIC BREWING COMPANY, Sebastopol

• SHADY OAK BARREL HOUSE, Santa Rosa

• SONOMA SPRINGS BREWING CO, Sonoma

• STEELE & HOPS, Santa Rosa

• STUMPTOWN BREWERY, Guerneville

• THIRD STREET ALE WORKS BREWPUB, Santa Rosa

• 3 DISCIPLES BREWING, Santa Rosa

• WOODFOUR BREWING COMPANY, Sebastopol

SONOMA COUNTYCIDER HOUSES

• ACRE AND SPADE , Penngrove

• GOLDEN GATE CIDER CO., Sebastopol

• POMME CIDER SHOP & TAP ROOM, Sonoma

• TILTED SHED CIDERWORKS, Windsor

SONOMA COUNTY DISTILLERIES

• ALLEY 6 CRAFT DISTILLERY, Healdsburg

• BARBER LEE SPIRITS, Petaluma

• GRIFFO DISTILLERY, Petaluma

• HANSON OF SONOMA DISTILLERY, Sonoma

• PROHIBITION SPIRITS DISTILLERY, Sonoma

• SONOMA BROTHERS DISTILLING, Windsor

• SONOMA COAST SPIRITS, Petaluma

• SONOMA DISTILLING CO , Rohnert Park

• SPIRIT WORKS DISTILLERY, Sebastopol

• YOUNG & YONDER SPIRITS, Healdsburg

NAPA VALLEY BREWERIES

• NAPA VALLEY BREWING COMPANY, Calistoga Inn

• FIELDWORK BREWING, Napa

• MAD FRITZ BREWING TAPROOM, Napa

• NAPA SMITH BREWERY, Napa

• ST CLAIR BROWN, Napa

• STONE BREWING, Napa

• TANNERY BEND BEERWORKS, Napa

• TRADE BREWING, Napa

NAPA VALLEY DISTILLERIES

• CALIFORNIA BRANDY HOUSE, Napa

• NAPA VALLEY DISTILLERY & The Hollywood Room, Napa

• NAPA VALLEY DISTILLERY - Oxbow Tasting Bar, Napa

Enjoy the Bounty of Delicious Fine Dining in Wine Country

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If wine country brings to mind the bounty of California farms and the largess of the Pacific Ocean, you will not be disappointed as you dine at restaurants in Napa and Sonoma counties. It is here you will find the very best in local produce, top qulity meats, fresh seafood and of course, a seemingly endless variety of ways to imbibe – from local wine to cra beer to artisan cocktails. Whether living locally or visiting from out of town, those dining in Wine Country have an insatiable appetite for good food and drink, and expect nothing less than the greatness from this impressive list of restaurants.

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Preferred Dining

Allegria

Italian, full bar outdoor seating

LUNCH & DINNER; $$

1026 1ST ST, 707 254-8006

Angéle Restaurant & Bar

French, full bar on the Napa Riverfront

LUNCH & DINNER; $$$

540 MAIN ST, 707 252-8115

Avow

Wine bar, bar bites

DINNER; $$$

813 MAIN ST, 707 203-8900

Bank Cafe and Bar

Elevated comfort food, cra cocktails

DINNER, $$

1314 MCKINSTRY ST, 707 257-5151

Bistro Don Giovanni

Hand-cra ed Italian; signature cocktails

LUNCH & DINNER; $$$

4110 HOWARD LN, 707 224-3300

Boon Fly Café

American; signature donuts, nightly specials

BRUNCH & DINNER; $$

4048 SONOMA HWY, 707 299-4870

Bounty Hunter

Wine bar & smokin’ BBQ

400+ wine list

LUNCH & DINNER; $$

975 FIRST STREET, 707 226-3976

Brix

Modern American, full bar, outdoor seating

LUNCH & DINNER; $$$

7377 ST HELENA HWY, 707 944-2749

C Casa Napa

Quick-serve taqueria serving eco-friendly & innovative gourmet Mexican street food & small plates.

BREAKFAST, LUNCH, DINNER; $

IN OXBOW PUBLIC MARKET

610 1ST ST #6, 707 226-7700

Carpe Diem

American wine bar; seasonal, surprising; family share-plate style

DINNER ONLY FRIDAY-SUNDAY; $$

1001 2ND STREET, 707 224-0800

Celadon

Award-winning global comfort food; courtyard seating, signature cocktails; riverfront

LUNCH & DINNER; $$$

500 MAIN STREET, 707 254-9690

Charlie Palmer Steak

Modern American steakhouse, full bar

BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER; $$$

1260 1ST STREET, 707 819-2500

H COLE’S CHOP HOUSE

Classic American steakhouse, seafood, intriguing whiskey selections, classic cocktails

DINNER ONLY; $$$

1122 MAIN STREET, 707 224-6328

Cordeiros Steakhouse

Farm-to-table steakhouse, full bar

DINNER ONLY; $$$

2025 MONTICELLO RD, 707 224-1960

Eiko’s

Modern Japanese, nitrogen cocktails and lollipops!

OUTDOOR SEATING; FULL BAR, $$

LUNCH & DINNER, CLOSED MID-DAY

1882 TOWN CENTER, 707 501-4444

H EMPRESS M

Unique dining experience of authentic Chinese food

LUNCH & DINNER, $$$

- Monday: DJ Dancing

- Tuesday: 10% off take out

- Tuesday: 10% industry discount

- Wednesday: Karaoke

- Thursday: Ladies Night

- Friday: Live music

- Sat/Sun: Sports weekend

Napa’s Largest Big Screen

- Late Night @ Empress M: Friday/Saturday nights Chinese street food in the courtyard with music & drinks!

221 SILVERADO TRAIL, 707 927-5485

Farm at Carneros Inn

Contemporary American, elegant food, locally sourced full bar, outdoor seating

DINNER, SUNDAY BRUNCH; $$$

4048 SONOMA HWY, 707 299-4880

Forge

Pizza, cra brews/cocktails

outdoor seating with firepit

LUNCH & DINNER; $$

155 GASSER DRIVE, 707 927-3394

H FUMÉ BISTRO

Contemporary American, locally sourced; changing art display, patio

LUNCH & DINNER; $$

4050 BYWAY EAST, 707 257-1999

Gott’s Roadside

Burgers, sandwiches, vegan options, beer & wine, outdoor seating

LUNCH & DINNER; $$

644 1ST STREET, 707 224-6900

Grace’s Table Local favorite

“Global Kitchen”

BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER, $$

1400 SECOND ST, 707 226-6200

Grove at the CIA Copia

Garden suppers prepared by CIA chefs

DINNER, $$

500 1ST STREET, 707 967-2555

37 “100 best steakhouses in America” - OpenTable Nationally recognized as a “Great Bourbon Bar of America” with a selection of over 175 hand-selected Bourbons. “Classic American Steakhouse” 1122 Main Street, Napa, CA 94559 • (707) 224-6328 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . NAPA
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Preferred Dining

Hog Island Oyster Co.

Seafood, located inside bustling Oxbow Market; beer & wine, outdoor seating

LUNCH & DINNER; $$,

610 1ST STREET, 707 251-8113

Kenzo Napa

Excellence in Japanese cuisine

RESERVATIONS REQUIRED

DINNER ONLY; $$$$

1339 PEARL ST, 707 294-2049

Kitchen Door

A Todd Humphries Restaurant

Eclectic fare in a casual space

BRUNCH, LUNCH, DINNER; $$

1300 1ST ST SUITE 272

La Toque

Michelin-star French cuisine

RESERVATIONS REQUIRED

DINNER ONLY; $$$$

1314 M C KINSTRY ST, 707 257-5157

Morimoto Asia

Taste and textures of Far East full bar, outdoor seating

LUNCH, DINNER, BRUNCH; $$$$

610 MAIN STREET, 707 252-1600

Morimoto Napa

Contemporary Japanese, full bar, outdoor seating

LUNCH & DINNER; $$$$

610 MAIN STREET, 707 252-1600

Mustards Grill

Modern American, full bar, gardens

LUNCH & DINNER; $$$

7399 ST HELENA HWY, 707 944-2424

Napa Valley Bistro

Modern American wine & beer, outdoor seating

LUNCH & DINNER; $$

975 CLINTON STREET, 707 666-2383

Napasport

American sports bar, steakhouse, full bar, outdoor seating

LUNCH & DINNER; $$

145 GASSER DRIVE, 707 927-5956

Napkins Bar + Grill

A modern American bistro BRUNCH, LUNCH & DINNER; HAPPY HOUR & LATE-NIGHT BITES, $$

1001 2ND STREET, 707 927- 5333

Norman Rose Tavern

American classics, full bar

LUNCH & DINNER; $$

1401 1ST STREET, 707 258-1516

H NORTH SPIRITS & TAPAS

Classic bar, cra cocktails, tapas DINNER, LATE NIGHT SNACKS; $$

1540 TRANCAS STREET

Nosh Napa

Mexican/American BREAKFAST, LUNCH; $$

641 TRANCAS ST, 707 266-1950

Oenotri

Southern Italian, changes daily; house-made salumi

DINNER, WEEKEND LUNCH; $$$

1425 FIRST ST, 707 252-1022

Olive & Hay

Farm-to-table italian restaurant BREAKFAST, BRUNCH, LUNCH & DINNER; $$

875 BORDEAUX WY, 707 251-3090

Pasta Prego

Italian, local favorite, beer & wine

DINNER ONLY, $$

1502 MAIN ST, 707 343-0344

H PETIT SOLEIL CAFÉ

Cozy spot for breakfast & lunch

BREAKFAST, LUNCH, BRUNCH, $$

1408 CLAY ST, 707 252-1408

Scala Osteria & Bar

Seafood-centered Southern Italian, pizza & pasta

LUNCH, DINNER; $$$

1141 FIRST ST, 707 637-4380

Sky & Vine Rooftop Bar

Cra cocktails, small bites, fire pits, games; late night happy hour, bo omless mimosa brunch

LUNCH & DINNER; $$, ARCHER HOTEL

1230 1ST STREET, 707 690-9800

H SUNSHINE CAFE

Cozy spot, local favorite

BREAKFAST, LUNCH; $$

1540 TRANCAS ST, 707 226-1540

Tarla Mediterranean Grill

Mediterranean, Greek, Turkish, full bar, outdoor seating

LUNCH, DINNER & WEEKEND BRUNCH; $$

1480 1ST STREET, 707 255-5599

Torc

Farm-to-table; high-energy unique wine, cocktail & beer offerings

DINNER ONLY; $$$

1140 MAIN STREET, 707 252-3292

Wilfred’s Lounge

Island inspired cocktails & cuisine

LUNCH & DINNER; $$

967 1ST ST, 707 690-9957

Zuzu

California Tapas, Spanish & Mediterranean

LUNCH & DINNER; $$

829 MAIN STREET, 707 224-0695

YOUNTVILLE

Addendum

Gourmet Southern-inspired fare

LUNCH SAT-SUN & DINNER DAILY; $$

6476 WASHINGTON ST, 707 944-2487

Bistro Jeanty

French country fare; outdoor patio

LUNCH & DINNER; $$$

6510 WASHINGTON ST, 707 944-0103

Bottega

Rustic Italian/Californian; outside patio with two fireplaces

LUNCH, DINNER; $$$

6525 WASHINGTON ST, 707 945-1050

Bouchon Bistro

French bistro, raw bar; outdoor seating; cocktails DINNER; $$$

6534 WASHINGTON ST, 707 944-8037

Brix Restaurant

French inspired wine country farm to-table cuisine; wine shop 16 acres of gardens, vineyards

LUNCH & DINNER, SUNDAY BRUNCH; $$$

7377 HIGHWAY 29, 707 944-2749

The French Laundry

Fine classic French cuisine, highest quality ingredients, prix fixe menu, impeccable service

DINNER, RESERVATIONS REQ’D, $$$$ 6640 WASHINGTON ST, 707 944-2380

Lucy @ Bardessono

Contemporary American, garden-inspired BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER; $$$ 6526 YOUNT STREET, 707 204-6000

Mustards Grill

Contemporary, farm-to-table LUNCH & DINNER, $$$ 7399 ST. HELENA HWY, 707 944-2424

North Block Restaurant

Michelin rated; California fresh, local ingredients

BREAKFAST, BRUNCH, LUNCH, DINNER; $$$

6757 WASHINGTON ST, 707 944-8080

R+D Kitchen

American/Sushi; stunning vineyard views, outdoor seating with firepits LUNCH & DINNER; $$ 6795 WASHINGTON ST, 707 945-0920

RUTHERFORD

The Bistro at Auberge du Soleil

Contemporary, upscale; full bar, outdoor seating

BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER; $$$$ 180 RUTHERFORD HILL RD, 707 963-1211

Rutherford Grill

Contemporary, traditional American; outdoor dining, full bar

LUNCH & DINNER; $$ 1180 RUTHERFORD RD, 707 963-1792

ST. HELENA

Brasswood Bar + Kitchen

American, farm-to-table comfort food; full bar, outdoor seating

LUNCH & DINNER; $$ 3111 ST. HELENA HWY, 707 302-5101

The Charter Oak

American, full bar, outdoor seating

DINNER ONLY; $$$

1050 CHARTER OAK AVE, 707 302-6996

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A unique dining experience of authentic Chinese food with rich culture and stories! 221 Silverado Trail, Napa (707) 927-5485 empressm.us DAILY EVENTS • HAPPY HOUR LATE NIGHTS @ EMPRESS M Chinese Street Food, Music and Drinks in the Courtyard Friday & Saturday nights A Hidden Gem! only 5 blocks from downtown Napa

Farmstead at Long Meadow Ranch

American, farm-to-table; full bar, outdoor seating

LUNCH & DINNER; $$

738 MAIN STREET, 707 963-4555

Gillwoods Cafe

American

BREAKFAST, BRUNCH & LUNCH; $$

1313 MAIN STREET, 707 963-1788

Goose & Gander

Pizzeria Tra Vigne

Italian, vegan options; full bar, outdoor seating, local favorte

LUNCH & DINNER; $$

1016 MAIN STREET, 707 967-9999

Press

Steakhouse, full bar; outdoor seating

DINNER ONLY; $$$$

587 ST. HELENA HWY, 707 967-0550

St. Helena Bistro

Evangeline

Cajun, Creole, French; full bar, outdoor seating

DINNER, WEEKEND BRUNCH/LUNCH; $$

1226 WASHINGTON ST, 707 341-3131

Fleetwood Restaurant

Chef-driven wood-fired menu, cra cocktails

DINNER, HAPPY HOUR; $$

1880 LINCOLN AVENUE, 707 709-4410

Hydro Bar & Grill

Fumé Bistro, Napa

Modern American full bar, outdoor seating

LUNCH & DINNER, LATE NIGHTS; $$

1245 SPRING STREET, 707 967-8779

Italian/American bistro; beer & wine, outdoor seating

Traditional American

Welcome to Napa’s newest cocktail bar & tapas spot!

LUNCH & DINNER; $$

1403 LINCOLN AVENUE, 707 942-9777

• Monday-Friday 4-6pm

Bar snacks, wine, beer cocktails Special dog menu!

Gott’s Roadside

Burgers, sandwiches, vegan options

beer & wine, outdoor seating

LUNCH & DINNER; $$

933 MAIN STREET, 707 963-3486

Harvest Table

Modern American; full bar, outdoor seating, gardens

LUNCH & DINNER; $$$

1 MAIN STREET, 707 967-4695

Market

Traditional American LUNCH & DINNER, FULL BAR; $$

1347 MAIN STREET, 707-963-3799

1146 MAIN STREET; 707 963-3371

With innovative as well as your favorite classic cocktails, local wines, craft beers and globally inspired small plates, this is a fun place to gather with friends for dinner, drinks and snacks!

St. Helena Sherpa Kitchen

Himalayan/Nepalese, Indian, vegetarian; outdoor seating

LUNCH & DINNER; $$

1148 MAIN STREET, 707 963-4439

CALISTOGA

Calistoga Inn & Brewery

Traditional American

1250 LINCOLN AVE, 707 942-4101

Calistoga’s Living Room (Truss)

Casual dining experience, full bar, snacks

BREAKFAST, LUNCH, DINNER; $$

400 SILVERADO TRAIL N, 707 709-2100

Johnny’s Restaurant & Bar

American sports bar; full bar, outdoor seating

DINNER; BREAKFAST, LUNCH, BRUNCH ON WEEKENDS; $$

1457 LINCOLN AVE, 707 942-5938

Sam’s Social Club

North Bar & Grill, Napa

• Tues-Sat 3-6pm

NAPA’S NEWEST CAFÉ!

BREAKFAST - LUNCH - SUPPER

Serving local, farm fresh, seasonal fare every day!

Monday–Friday 7a-9p Saturday & Sunday 8a-9p

1540 Trancas Street, Napa

Contemporary American, outdoor seating, fire pit

BREAKFAST, LUNCH, DINNER; $$

1712 LINCOLN AVENUE, 707 942-4969

Solbar – @ Solage

Contemporary American BREAKFAST, LUNCH, DINNER; $$$

755 SILVERADO TRAIL, 707 226-0850

Veraison

Bar snacks, wine, beer cocktails

• $1.50 Oysters, Tues-Sat 5-6pm

• Burger Night, Mon 4-9pm

visit Napa’s coziest cafe for your homemade breakfast ... Pancakes, benedicts, omelets and lunch... Salads, burgers, sandwiches.

Empress M, Napa

• Wed-Fri 3-6pm, Sat-Sun 3-5pm

Baijiu spirit cocktails, dim sum sampler

• Chef’s Menu, Sunday evenings

Eight-course tasting menu

• Sunday afternoon tea ceremony

breakfast served all day

• Chinse Street Food Night Fri-Sat 6-11pm Live music 9-11pm

French, full bar DINNER ONLY; $$$, 1457 LINCOLN AVENUE, 707 942-5938

Tuesday - Sunday 8:00 am to 3:00 pm • Closed on Mondays 1408 Clay St, Napa • 707-252-1408 • petitsoleilonclay.com

Los Agaves, Napa

• Mon-Fri 11:30am-5pm

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Hopmonk Tavern

SEBASTOPOL

Blue Ridge Kitchen

California comfort food with a Southern drawl

Wood-fired grill, full bar, patio

LUNCH, DINNER, BRUNCH; $$

6770 M cKINLEY ST, #150, SEBASTOPOL; 707 222-5040

Fern Bar

Cra cocktails, spirit-free cocktails, small plates

DINNER, LIVE MUSIC; $$

6780 DEPOT ST, SUITE 120, SEBASTOPOL; 707 861-9603

Handline

Californian food, including seafood, tacos, and burgers

LUNCH, DINNER; $$

935 GRAVENSTEIN AVE. SOUTH, SEBASTOPOL; 707 827-3744

Traditional American, full bar, outdoor seating, live entertainment

LUNCH & DINNER, HAPPY HOUR; $$

230 PETALUMA AVE, 707 829-7300

Oyster Cafe

Raw bar, shellfish, special sparkling wine pairings

LUNCH AND DINNER, $$$

6751 M cKINLEY ST; 707 503-6003

SONOMA VALLEY

Aabha Indian Cuisine

Indian, wine/beer, outdoor seating

LUNCH & DINNER, $$

522 BROADWAY; 707 343-1003

B & V Whiskey Bar & Grille

Locally sourced food, full bar, dedicated whiskey bar

LUNCH, HAPPY HOUR, DINNER; $$

400 1ST ST E; 707 938-7110

Cafe La Haye

Contemporary American, wine/beer, reservations

DINNER, $$$

140 E NAPA ST; 707 935-5994

Della Santina’s Trattoria

Italian, wine/beer, outdoor seating, nightly specials

LUNCH & DINNER, $$

133 E NAPA ST; 707 935-0576

El Dorado Kitchen

Contemporary American, full bar

BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER, $$

405 1ST ST W; 707 996-3220

Folktable Restaurant

Michelin Bib Gourmand

farm-to-table, seasonally inspired

LUNCH, DINNER; $$

23584 ARNOLD DR; 707 356-3567

Girl & The Fig

French, local goods, full bar, happy hour

LUNCH, DINNER

WEEKEND BREAKFAST

110 WEST SPAIN ST; 707 938-3634

Glen Ellen Star

Traditional American, wine/beer, outdoor seating

DINNER, $$; 707 343-1384

13648 ARNOLD DR, GLEN ELLEN

Hopmonk Tavern

Traditional American, full bar, happy hour, outdoor seating, live entertainment

LUNCH & DINNER, $$

691 BROADWAY; 707 935-9100

La Salette Restaurant

Portuguese/Mediterranean, wine/beer

LUNCH & DINNER, $$

452 FIRST ST EAST; 707 938-1927

Maya Restaurant

Small Plates Available with Wine Tasting

KIVELSTADT CELLARS & WINEGARTEN SONOMA

Kivelstadt Cellars & WineGarten relfects a new wave of California food and wine. Focusing on farming and minimalist winemaking, Kivelstadt Cellars cra wines that appeal to everyone, from casual to connoisseur. The 60-minute experience with wine specialists is a deep dive into the wines, vineyards, and history. Just added: Delicious locally sourced small plates from the Kivelstadt Share & Pair menu are now available during your tasting experience. kivelstadtcellars.com

California-infused Mayan cuisine, full bar with a large selection of tequilas, outdoor seating

LUNCH & DINNER, $$

101 EAST NAPA STREET; 707 935-3500

Oso Sonoma

American, tapas, seafood, full bar, outdoor seating

LUNCH & DINNER, $$

9 E NAPA STREET; 707 931-6926

Red Grape

Pizza, pasta & salad; beer & wine; outdoor seating

LUNCH & DINNER, $$

529 1ST ST W; 707 996-4103

Salt & Stone

American, seafood, wine bar, full bar

LUNCH & DINNER, $$, 707 833-6326

9900 SONOMA HWY, KENWOOD

Sonoma Grille

Seafood/Steakhouse, full bar, patio bar, micro-brewery and beer garden, vegetarian options

LUNCH & DINNER, $$$

165 W NAPA ST; 707 938-7542

Tips Roadside

BBQ, comfort food, full bar with cra cocktails

LUNCH & DINNER, $$

8445 SONOMA HIGHWAY, KENWOOD; 707 509-0078

Valley Bar + Bottle Shop

Seasonal mediterranean, terrace, wine bar

DINNER, SATURDAY & SUNDAY BRUNCH; $$$

487 1ST ST WEST; 707 934-8403

Wit & Wisdom

Regional comfort food by Chef Michael Mina

DINNER, HAPPY HOUR, FULL BAR; $$$ 1325 BROADWAY; 707 931-3405

PETALUMA

Ayawaska Petaluma

Authentic Peruvian with a modern twist. Full bar. BRUNCH, LUNCH & DINNER, $$ 101 2ND ST #190; 707 559-3519

Brewsters Beer Garden

Brewpub, BBQ, full bar, happy hour, outdoor seating, firepit pet friendly, live music

LUNCH & DINNER, OPEN LATE FRIDAY & SATURDAY, $$ 229 WATER STREET N; 707 981-8330

Butcher & Crown

Contemporary comfort food: burgers, BBQ, and beer

LUNCH & DINNER, $$ 1905 BODEGA AVE, 707 559-3735

Central Market

Californian-Mediterranean; house made bread in a wood-fired oven, carefully curated wine list DINNER, BEER & WINE, $$ 42 PETALUMA BLVD N, 707 778-9900

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Cucina Paradiso

Italian, full bar, Italian & local wines, pasta, foccacia & desserts from scratch

LUNCH & DINNER, $$

114 PETALUMA BLVD. N; 707 782-1130

Easy Rider

Seasonal, contemporary Southern flavors & cocktail bar

DINNER, WEEKEND BRUNCH; $$

33 WASHINGTON ST; 707 774-6233

Kapu Bar

Tiki-theme bar, Hawaiian bar food

DINNER, $$

132 KELLER ST, 707 559-3665

Luma Bar & Eatery

Plant-forward, quality meats, cra cocktails

DINNER, $$

50 E WASHINGTON ST; 707 772-5037

Risibisi Restaurant & Wine Bar

Italian, full bar, outdoor seating

LUNCH & DINNER, $$

154 PETALUMA BLVD N; 707 766-7600

The Shuckery

Seafood; beer/wine, happy hour

In the restored Petaluma Hotel

DINNER, LUNCH WEEKENDS, $$

100 WASHINGTON ST; 707 981-7891

Street Social

Eclectic comfort food highlighting seasonal and local fare, cra cocktails with artisanal spirits

DINNER TUES-FRI, $$$

29 PETALUMA BLVD NO; 707 774-6185

Table Culture Provisions

Hyper-seasonal haute cuisine/ comfort food; multi-course tasting menu available

DINNER, $$

312 PETALUMA BLVD S; 707 559-5739

Wild Goat Bistro

American, wine/beer, vegetarian/gluten-free

LUNCH & DINNER, $$

6 PETALUMA BLVD N; 707 658-1156

GEYSERVILLE

Catelli’s

Contemporary American and Italian, full bar, outdoor seating ingredients from local /organic farmers; over 100 local wines

LUNCH & DINNER, $$; 707 857-3471

21047 GEYSERVILLE AVE

Diavola Pizzeria & Salumeria

Italian, beer/wine, outdoor seating, house-cured salumi & sausages, authentic Italian pizzas; carefully sourced meats, fish and produce LUNCH & DINNER, $$

21021 GEYSERVILLE AVE; 707 814-0111

Francis Ford Coppola’s Rustic

Italian, full bar, outdoor seating international and traditional LUNCH & DINNER, $$

300 VIA ARCHIMEDES; 707 857-1462

HEALDSBURG

Baci Cafe and Wine Bar

Italian; local and organic products, authentic Italian food

DINNER, BEER/WINE, $$$

336 HEALDSBURG AVE; 707 433-8111

Barndiva

American; celebrated farm-to-table restaurant; cocktail lounge and wine bar; outdoor seating

WEDNESDAY-SUNDAY BRUNCH, LUNCH & DINNER, $$$

231 CENTER ST; 707 431-0100

Bollywood Kitchen

Traditional Indian and Nepalese cuisines

LUNCH & DINNER, $

1047 VINE ST; 707 395-0023

Bravas

Spanish/Tapas, full bar, cra cocktails

LUNCH & DINNER, $$$

420 CENTER ST; 707 433-7700

Chalkboard

Tapas/Wine Bar, full bar, outdoor seating, 4.5 acre garden, local wine flights and inventive cocktails

DINNER, LUNCH WEEKENDS, $$$

29 NORTH ST; 473-8030

Charlie Palmer’s Dry Creek Kitchen

Contemporary American, full bar, outdoor seating, wine pairings

DINNER, $$$

317 HEALDSBURG AVE; 707 431-0330

Guiso Latin Fusion

Authentic Latin American and Caribbean dishes

DINNER, BEER/WINE, $$

117 N STREET; 707 431-1302

Healdsburg Bar & Grill

Grill, full bar, outdoor seating

LUNCH, DINNER, WEEKEND BREAKFAST

245 HEALDSBURG AVE; 707 433-3333

KIN Smoke

Smoked meats, sandwiches, southern sides

LUNCH & DINNER, $$

304 CENTER STREET, 707 473-8440 7

Little Saint

Farm-forward gathering place with food, music, art, Vegan

DINNER, $$

25 N STREET, 707 433-8207

The Matheson (Roof 106)

Modern wine country cuisine; sushi, wine lounge, roo op bar

DINNER, $$$

106 MATHESON STREET, 707 723-1106

PizZando

Wood oven pizzas, house made pastas, grilled meats, fish, and seasonal appetizers

DINNER, $$

301 HEALDSBURG AVE, 707 922-5233

Spoonbar

Mediterranean, full bar, outdoor seating, locally sourced and seasonal ingredients

DINNER, $$$

219 HEALDSBURG AVE ; 707 433-7222

Troubadour Bread & Bistro

Boulangerie, California/French

BREAKFAST, LUNCH, DINNER, $$$

CLOSED MIDDAY; SUN & MON

381 HEALDSBURG AVE; 707 756-3972

Valette

Supporting local farms, winemakers, artisans outdoor seating

DINNER, $$$

344 CENTER ST; 707 473-0946

Willi’s Seafood & Raw Bar

Seafood, small plates; rolls, skewers, ceviches & tartares; cra cocktails, large wine list; outdoor seating

LUNCH & DINNER, $$

403 HEALDSBURG AVE; 707 433-9191

FORESTVILLE

Backyard

Farm-to-table, wine/beer, outdoor seating

seasonal, sustainable restaurant

LUNCH & DINNER, $$

6566 FRONT STREET; 707 820-8445

Farmhouse

Contemporary American, fine dining; fresh, seasonal everchanging menu; wine/beer

DINNER, $$$$

7871 RIVER ROAD; 707 887-3300

SANTA ROSA

Bird & The Bottle

New American, seafood, full bar; flavors from Asia, American South, the East Coast, Jewish favorites

LUNCH, DINNER & SUNDAY BRUNCH;

$$; 1055 4TH STREET; 707 568-4000

Café Citti

Italian, wine/beer, take-out only, some picnic tables

LUNCH & DINNER, $$

2792 4TH ST; 704 523-2690

John Ash & Co. Restaurant

Californian, full bar, outdoor seating; visit The Front Room for cocktails and gathering or River Cafe for breakfast, brunch or lunch.

DINNER, $$$, AT VINTNERS INN 4330 BARNES ROAD; 707 527-7687

La Gare

French, wine/beer; old world classic French cuisine with local ingredients, a local favorite for 40 years

DINNER, $$$

208 WILSON STREET; 707 528-4355

Lo Coco’s Italian, wine/beer; authentic Italian favorites

LUNCH & DINNER; $$

117 FOURTH ST; 707 523-2227

Stark’s Steak & Seafood

Steak/seafood, full bar, happy hour; upscale feel Extensive wine list and whiskeys

LUNCH & DINNER, $$$

521 ADAMS STREET; 707 546-5100

Walter Hansel Wine & Bistro

California fare with a French touch

DINNER WED-SUN; $$$

3535 GUERNEVILLE RD, 707 546-6462

WINDSOR

Sweet T’s

Southern BBQ, full bar, outdoor seating; quality southern cuisine with the freshest local ingredients

LUNCH & DINNER, $$

9098 BROOKS RD S; 707 687-5185

Ume Japanese Bistro

Japanese, full bar, outdoor seating

LUNCH & DINNER, $$

8710 OLD REDWOOD HIGHWAY, WINDSOR; 707 838-6700

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• Napa Valley Alo (855) 944-4408

ballooning@nvalo .com nvalo .com

• Napa Valley Dri ers (707) 492-5701

napavalleydri ers.com

• Sonoma Ballooning (707) 819-9223

sonomaballooning.com

Hot Air Balloons

If you’ve never taken a hot air balloon ride, there’s no be er place than wine country to experience the amazing 360° aerial views from inside the basket. Experienced and knowledgeable hot air balloon pilots act as both guide and entertainer while pointing out local highlights and welcoming questions from you and fellow flyers.

• Balloons Above the Valley 800-464-6824

info@balloonrides.com balloonrides.com

• Napa Valley Balloons

800-253-2224

info@napavalleyballoons.com napavalleyballoons.com

• Wine Country Balloons (707) 538-7359

hotline@balloontours.com winecountryballoons.com

Cycling

Whether you’re a er a leisurely a ernoon pedal or a full day of serious biking through the vineyards, there are several cycling companies offering guided, off -the-beaten-path rides throughout the valley.

• Ace It! Bike Tours Windsor, (707) 688-4063 aceitbiketours.com

• Calistoga Bike Shop (707) 942-9687

www.calistogabikeshop.com

• Fat Tire Bike Rental Napa, (707) 345-6396

fa irebikerentals@gmail.com

www.fa irebikerentals.org

• Getaway Adventures

800-499-2453

info@getawayadventures.com

getawayadventures.com

• Napa Native Tours (707) 815-0172

WineTours@NapaNative.com

www.napanative.com

• Napa River Velo Napa, (707) 258-8729 info@naparivervelo.com

naparivervelo.com

H NAPA VALLEY BIKE TOURS (707) 944-2453

info@napavalleybiketours.com

napavalleybiketours.com

• Pushpak Motors Tours on electric trikes Sonoma, (707) 343-1192

www.pushpakmotors.net

• Ride Napa Valley info@ridenapavalley.com

www.ridenapavalley.com

HSONOMA VALLEY BIKE TOURS Sonoma (707) 996-2453

www.sonomavalleybiketours.com

NAPA VALLEY BIKE TOURS

One-Stop Shop for Fun Adventures!

Napa Valley Bike Tours specializes in providing visitors with some of the most unique and unforge able vacation experiences (even if it’s just a day trip) in Napa Valley. Guided bike tours, visiting Napa wineries, self-guided wine-tasting bike tours and bike rentals are just the beginning. You can even book a bike tour/ hot air balloon ride adventure that includes lunch and wine tasting stops at two Napa Valley wineries! You’ll be talking about your adventure with Napa Valley Bike Tours for years to come!

FULL-DAY & HALF-DAY GUIDED BIKE TOURS

BIKE RENTALS • ELECTRIC BIKES

napavalleybiketours.com

• 707.251.8687

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• St. Helena Cyclery St. Helena, (707) 963-7736 www.sthelenacyclery.com

• Wine Country Cyclery Sonoma, (707) 996-6800 www.winecountrycyclery.com

• Wine Country Bikes (707) 568-304

info@getawayadventures.com www.winecountrybikes.com

• Wine Country Cycling Tours 800-462-2848

dave@adventureincycling.com winecountrycyclingtours.com

Horseback Riding

Vineyard horseback ride coupled with a food and wine tasting, make this a must-do when visiting wine country. Saddle-up and an experienced trail guide will take you for a ride through the vineyards.

• Napa Valley Trail Rides Napa, (707) 255-5661 info@shadybrookestate.com www.napavalleytrailrides.com

• Sonoma Valley Trail Rides Sonoma, (707) 343-5511 sonomavalleytrailrides.com

• Triple Creek Horse Outfit Glen Ellen, (707) 887-8700 triplecreekhorseoutfit.com

Bocce Courts

Many wineries have bocce courts for their visitors’ enjoyment. Becase the game is played between two players or two teams of one, two, or four, it lends itself well to hanging out with friends at the winery as part of your total winery adventure. Be sure to check ahead. Some courts require reservations and/or fees. If you have your own balls, Veterans’ Park in Yountville or Crane Park in St. Helena have bocce courts available when leagues are not in play.

• Armida Winery

Healdsburg, (707) 433-2222

• Auburn James St Helena, (707) 967-9100

• Bell Wine Cellars

Napa, (707) 944-1673

• Bacchus Landing Healdsburg

• Beringer Vineyards

St Helena, (707) 257-5771

• Bremer Family Winery

St Helena, (707) 963-5411

• Chateau Montelena

Calistoga, (707) 942-5105

• Chateau St. Jean Winery

Kenwood, (707) 708-8171

• D’Argenzio Winery

Santa Rosa, (707) 546-2466

• De La Montanya Vineyard

Healdsburg, (707) 433-3711

• Dry Creek Vineyards

Healdsburg, (707) 433-1000

• Dutcher Crossing Winery

Geyserville, (707) 431-2700

• Ehlers Estate Winery

St Helena, (707) 963-5972

• Farm at Carneros Inn

Napa, (707) 299-4880

• Francis Ford Copola

Geyserville, (707) 857-1400

• Furthermore Wines

Sebastopol, (707) 823-3040

• Hall St. Helena

St Helena, (707) 967-2626

• Hook & Ladder Vineyards

Santa Rosa, (707) 526-2255

• Imagery Estate Winery

Glen Ellen, (877) 550-4278

• Landmark Vineyard

Kenwood, (707) 833-0053

Things To Do

• Martorana Family Winery

Healdsbrg, (707) 433-1909

• Nichelini Family Winery

St Helena, (707) 963-0717

• Piña Napa Valley

Napa, (707) 738-9328

• Pope Valley Winery

Pope Valley, (707) 965-1246

• Raymond Vineyards

St Helena, (707) 963-3141

• Seghesio Family Vineyards

Healdsburg, (707) 433-3579

• Silenus Vintners

Napa, (707) 299-3930

• Stags’ Leap Winery

Napa, cs_stagsleap@stagsleap.com

• Thomas George Estates

Healdsburg, (707) 431-8031

• Trinchero Napa Valley

St Helena, (707) 963-1160

• Turnbull Wine Cellars

Oakville, (707) 963-5839

Petanque

Similar to bocce, the French version Petanque is growing in popularity. Courts are available at the following locations.

• Clos du Val Winery

Napa, (707) 261-5212

• St. Supéry Estate

Rutherford, (707) 302-3488

Croquet

Croquet requires strategy, precision, and good hand-eye coordination, making it both challenging and rewarding. It's a great way to spend time outdoors with wine and friends a perfect way to enjoy a beautiful day.

• Sonoma-Cutrer Vineyards

Satudays and Sundays with RSVP

Windsor, (707) 237-3489

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On the Water

Kayak or SUP (stand up paddle board) are a perfect way to relax on the water while seeing the wine country sights.

• Burke’s Canoe Trips Forestville, (707) 887-1222 burkescanoetrips.com

• Napa Valley Paddle Napa, (707) 200-5511 crew@napavalleypaddle.com www.napavalleypaddle.com

• Enjoy Napa Valley (707) 227-7364 enjoynapavalley@gmail.com enjoy-napa-valley.com

• Clavey Paddlesports Petaluma, (707) 766-8070 info@clavey.com, www.clavey.com

• Petaluma Stand Up Paddle Petaluma, (707) 486-4314 www.petalumasup.com

• Rubicon Adventures Forestville, (707) 887-2452

Bill@RubiconAdventures.com rubiconadventures.com

Culinary Classes and Cooking Demonstrations

Take a hands-on cooking class. Talented chefs will give you the tools and confidence to become a rock star in your own kitchen.

• Cakebread Cellars 800-588-0298 cakebread.com/events

• CIA at Copia (707) 967-2500 www.ciafoodies.com

• Cooking with Comedians (888) 965-7090 www.crushersofcomedy.com

• Epicurean Connection Cheesemaking class (707) 235-9530 theepicureanconnection.com

• Napa Valley Cooking School St Helena, (707) 302-2452 uvc_sthelena@napavalley.edu www.napavalleycookingschool.org

• Planet Cheese World Cheese Tour, classes fletcher@foodwriter.com www.janetfletcher.com

• Silverado Cooking School (707) 927-3591

info@silveradocookingschool.com silveradocookingschool.com

• Vista Collina Resort 888-865-7090

www.meritagecollection.com/ vista-collina/dining/food-wine-center

Recommended Micro-Destinations

• The Barlow Outdoor market district with food, wine, spirits, hip stores Sebastopol, thebarlow.net

• Cornerstone Sonoma Shopping, dining, wine tasting, gardens, event venue; Sonoma www.cornerstonesonoma.com

• The Estate Yountville Resort Upscale shopping, art, dining, wine tasting; Yountville www.theestateyountville.com

• Oxbow Public Market

Local gathering place for great food, wine, shopping; Downtown Napa oxbowpublicmarket.com

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As a prime vacation destination, wine country has its share of unique tours, activities and micro-destinations replete with wine tasting, boutique shops and fine dining. Here are a some we highly recommend.

H JELLY BELLY VISITOR CENTER

Learn how the famous jelly beans are created and get free samples!

Fairfield, (707) 428-2838, www.jellybelly.com

• Napa Valley Wine Train (707) 253-2111, www.winetrain.com

H NAPA VALLEY WINE TROLLEY

Vintage, open-air trolley, like the San Francisco Cable Cars (707) 252-6100, www.napavalleywinetrolley.com

H SONOMA VALLEY WINE TROLLEY

Sonoma, (707) 938-2600 sonomavalleywinetrolley.com

Outdoor Attractions

• California Cheese Trail

Find where to taste cheese, cheesetrail.org

• Sonoma Canopy Tours

Ziplines, treehouse glamping 888-494-7868, www.sonomacanopytours.com

• Sonoma County Farm Trails

Visit and tour Sonoma County farms, ranches, artisans, farm stands, www.farmtrails.org

• Safari West Wildlife Preserve & African Tent Camp 800-616-2695, www.safariwest.com

• Sonoma TrainTown Railroad

Fun for the whole family (707) 938-3912, www.traintown.com

Live Performances

A er wining and dining, continue experiening wine country with a live performance at one of these top-notch venues. Check our Calendar of Events or visit each website for what’s coming up.

• Blue Note Napa – Napa (707) 880-2300, www.bluenotenapa.com

Things To Do

• Green Music Center – Rohnert Park (707) 664-4246, gmc.sonoma.edu

• Luther Burbank Center for the Arts – Santa Rosa (707) 546-3600, lutherburbankcenter.org

• Napa Valley Performing Arts Center at Lincoln Theater, Yountville (707) 944-9900, lincolntheater.com

• Oxbow RiverStage – Napa (707) 880-2300, www.oxbowriverstage.com

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ONOING THROUGH JULY

Our Bodies, Ourselves Exhibit di Rosa Collection, Napa Exhibition celebrates the female gaze in contemporary photography. Open Friday-Sunday 11am-4pm www.dirosaart.org

MAY

Geyserville May Day Festival

Hoffan Picnic Grounds, Geyserville Fun for the whole family. Free to attend. 12-4pm www.visitgeyserville.com

MAY

Winemaker Wednesday featuring Williams Selyem

The Matheson, Healdsburg Mix, mingle and meet some of Sonoma County’s most creative winemakers and winery principles, while tasting some amazing selections of their world-class wines. The Matheson will also provide some tasty bites from Chef Dustin Valette to perfectly complement the featured wines. sonomawine.com

Ongoing every other Wednesday from 5-6pm Presented by Sonoma County Vintners and The Matheson

MAY

Wines and Sunsets

Paradise Ridge Winery, Santa Rosa

Paradise Ridge wines paired with beautiful Russian River Valley sunsets while enjoying gourmet local food trucks and live music!

Food Truck: Holy Chile Mole • Live Band: Carlos Herrera Wines are available to purchase by glass or bottle. $20, 6-8pm, www.prwinery.com/winery-events

MAY

Cinco de Mayo | Tacos, Wine and Music

Priest Ranch Tasting Room, St. Helena

Wine is the way to go this Cinco de Mayo. Come for tacos, wine, and mariachi to kick off our weekend. Priest Ranch Kitchen will pair everything from tacos to nachos with the newest releases, including 2022 Block 71 Sauvignon Blanc. $85, 2-5pm, www.priestranchwines.com

MAY

Live Music on the Terrace: Carlos Herrera Merryvale Vineyards, St. Helena

Welcome the weekends on the Tasting Terrace with live music, food trucks and Merryvale wines! Food by La Condesa Taqueria 5-7pm, www.merryvale.com

MAY

Jimmie Allen Concert

Kendall-Jackson, Santa Rosa

Grammy-nominated, multi-platinum-selling, trailblazing Country artist Jimmie Allen performs live at the Kendall-Jackson Wine Estate and Gardens. Joining Jimmie Allen will also be special guest William Beckmann. $100, 6-10pm, www.kj.com/events

MAYSt. Helena Sidewalk Sale

Main Street, St. Helena

Great deals abound on Napa Valley’s Main Street! www.sthelena.com

MAYInspire Napa Valley

Various Locations, Napa Valley

An epic wine weekend benefiting the Alzheimer’s Association and community.

-Friday VIP Welcome Dinner on Prichard Hill at Chappellet

-Saturday VIP Alzheimer’s Research Update and Wine Seminor at Round Pond Estate

-Sunday VIP Farewell Brunch at Ad Hoc + Addendum Garden www.inspirenapavalley.org

MAY

‘Wine and Dogs’ Fundraiser

Inman Family Wines, Santa Rosa

Benefiting the umane Society of Sonoma County

Bring your pup on leash and show your support for the Humane Society while enjoying delicious wines. $30. 11am-2pm or 1-4pm www.inmanfamilywines.com

MAY

A Taste of Spring

Ferrari-Carano Vineyards & Winery, Healdsburg

Enjoy a festive afternoon sipping your favorite Ferrari-Carano wines, live jazzy music, meeting the winemakers, and nibbling on fresh-from-the-garden fare prepared especially for you by Chef Alec Graham.

Show off our best garden party fashion – floals, hats, seersucker suits and all — and come ready for a delightful afternoon outdoors strolling the gardens, Sycamore Grove and Fontana Pergolas. Come celebrate spring and all it brings in fashion! 12-4pm, 707-433-6700, tastingroom@fcwinery.com, www.ferrari-carano.com

MAY

Summer Lawn Party Imagery Winery, Glen Ellen

Come for fun in the sun! Enjoy an afternoon filled with lwn games, The Original Burgerdog food truck, and of course, delicious wine! Complimentary admission, RSVP not required. Wine by the glass and food available for purchase. 12-2pm

www.imagerywinery.com/wineryevents

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MAY Leslie Rosé Brunch

Frank Family Vineyards, Calistoga

Celebrate with Founder Leslie Frank as she debuts the highly anticipated 2022 vintage of her namesake rosé. Hosted in the winery’s new hospitality house, enjoy an elegant coursed brunch perfectly paired with Frank Family’s portfolio of sparkling and still wines. $240, 11am-2pm www.frankfamilyvineyards.com/events

MAY

Six Year Winery Anniversary Party

Shadybrook Estate, Napa

Enjoy an evening of wine, food and dancing to celebrate. 5:30-9:30pm, www.shadybrookestate.com

MAY

Spring Release Party –

Celebrate Jack Davies 100th Birthday

Schramsberg, Calistoga

Hugh and Monique Davies, as well as the Schramsberg and Davies teams, invite you to celebrate Jack Davies 100th heavenly birthday. Come for a walk-around tasting of Schramsberg sparkling and Davies red wines, paired with an assortment of all-American inspired bites, while enjoying live music and the natural beauty of historic Diamond Mountain Vineyards. $370, 12-3pm, www.schramsberg.com/visit/events

MAY

Kentucky Derby Watch Party

Kendall-Jackson, Santa Rosa

Come for a day filled with award-winning wine, Kentucky Derby races, multiple food stations with local restaurant partners, mint juleps, local beer, hat milliner, bugle player, live band, photo booth, a coffee truck and a caricature artist. Show off your best Kentucky Derby fashion and come ready to have an amazing time outside and celebrate the 149th Run for the Roses! Event proceeds will benefit Farm To Pantry: Cultivating Community Through Healthy Food. $150, 11am-5:30pm, www.kj.com/events

MAY

Kentucky Derby | 2023

Farmstead, St. Helena

Kentucky Derby Party with a big-screen viewing of the 149th Run for the Roses! Have lunch al fresco, wine and specialty cocktails for purchase, a cigar roller, and a betting pool, benefiting St. Helena Co-Op, to cheer on this year’s contenders. Make sure to dress the part because there will be prizes for Best Dressed, Best Hat, and more! $75, $30/kids 12 and under 2-4:30pm, www.longmeadowranch.com

MAY

Spring Fling Party

Crocker & Starr Winery, St. Helena

Celebrate the arrival of spring and the new release of the 2022 Estate Sauvignon Blanc. Great wine, great food, lots of fun! $75, 11:30am-2:30pm, www.crockerstarr.com

MAY

Destination Durell 2023

Three Sticks Wines, Sonoma

MAY

Coombsville AVA

Grand Tasting

The CIA at Copia, Napa

Treat yourself to world-class wines from 25+ Coombsville AVA wineries, while savoring gourmet food pairings from the chefs at CIA at Copia. Also, bid and win Silent Auction Lots filled with unique wines and winery experiences. Don’t miss out…this is a rare opportunity for you to taste wines that are normally not available to the public and are difficult to acquire. Plus, mix and mingle directly with winemakers, vintners, producers and growers. Proceeds benefit Puertas Abiertas, a local non-profit organization working with Latinos to achieve healthy living, self-sufficiency and community engagement. $150, 1-4pm, www.coombsvillenapa.org/blog

Enjoy spring wines while dancing to live music provided by award-winning singer and touring songwriter, Roem Baur, at the most beautiful site in the heart of Sonoma: Three Sticks heritage vineyard, Durell. Indulge in savory bites from local partners Goodness Gracious, Off the Beaten Path, Valley, Rustic Bakery, and keep cool with Sweet Scoops 2022 Casteñada Rosé Sorbet. $80 ($50 onsite valet parking). Two time slots, 12-3pm or 2-5pm, threestickswines.com

MAY

di Rosa Day: Spring Fever

di Rosa Center for Contemporary Art, Napa

An all-day festival celebrating art and nature! Activities will include art stations, live music, food, beverages, artist talks, and performances. $50 includes two drink tickets for beer/wine; $20 ages 3-20, 11am-4pm, www.dirosaart.org

MAY

Cooking with Comedians

Meritage Resort and Spa, Napa

Join the Chefs of The Meritage Resort and Spa and a different comedian every show for a fun and immersive activity. Participants gain culinary tips and tricks, a 3-course farm to fork meal and plenty of laughs along the way. Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month.

Comedian Aiko Tanaka, Chef: Carlo Narabal

$140, 11:30am-1:30pm, www.crushersofcomedy.com

MAY

Cowboy Cab

Dunbar Road, Glen Ellen

Come together for great wine and fun, to celebrate the 11th annual Cowboy Cab in support of Teen Services. $150pp, www.bgcsonoma.org/cowboycab

MAY

Pancake Breakfast

Bale Grist Mill State Historic Park, St. Helena

A delicious pancake breakfast at the Bale Grist Mill State Historic Park. A community resilience and firefighter appreciation event. Free meal for firefighters.

$10, napaoutdoors.org/events

MAY

The Freshtival 2023

SOMO Village, Rohnert Park

Celebrate the art of freshness! All of the beer poured at this event will be less than 7 days old! More than 150 beers, presented in perfect, brewery-fresh condition! Live music, delicious food, an art gallery, a community market, and of course, a bunch of delicious, brewery-fresh beer. 60+/- breweries. $25-$79, 1-5pm, henhousebrewing.com/thefreshtival

MAY -

Bottles in Bloom:

2023 Spring Release Weekend

Muscardini Cellars, Kenwood

An all-things Italian celebration – live local music from the JDub + Dino Duo and Don Trotta Duo, Italian cuisine from Canevari’s Delicatessen & Catering, dessert from Stellina Pronto Italian bakery, a curated wine flight of new Italian releases, a special raffle, and backyard games.

$55, 12:30-4pm, www.muscardinicellars.com

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Where Great Wines Begin: Sauvignon Blanc

La Prenda Wines, Sonoma

A Vineyard Tour and Educational Tasting Experience

Join founder Ned Hill for a wine tasting among the vines paired with an Ovello charcuterie box. $100, 10:30am or 2:30pm laprendawines.com/product/vineyard-tour/

Email info@laprendavineyards.com or call 707-938-7228

MAY

Spring Wreath Making

Fritz Underground Winery, Cloverdale

Create your own fresh spring wreath! All supplies and materials included along with instruction from Samantha, owner of Peony + Pineapple. Learn care tips for the greenery to keep wreaths fresh as long as possible and techniques for tying large bows. Includes glass of wine upon arrival, local cheese box with crackers, dried fruit and cheeses curated by local artisans to pair with Fritz Wines, and cave tour!

$97, 1-3pm, RSVP www.fritzwinery.com

MAY

Garden Series: “Punk Ikebana” with Louesa Roebuck & Obi Kaufmann

Flowers Vineyards & Winery, Healdsburg

A conversation and book signing with the authors, floral installations, monotype prints and wood sculptures by Louesa, as well as a selection of Flowers wines and creative pairings from the in-house culinary team.

$75, 11am-1pm, www.flowerswinery.com/2023-events

MAY

Wines and Sunsets

Paradise Ridge Winery, Santa Rosa

Paradise Ridge wines paired with beautiful Russian River Valley sunsets while enjoying gourmet local food trucks and live music!

Food Truck: The Wurst • Music: Blues Burners a Wines are available to purchase by glass or bottle.

$20, 6-8pm, www.prwinery.com/winery-events

MAY

Science Uncorked –

Pairing Delicious Wines with Delicious Ideas

Gourmet Au Bay, Bodega Bay

Climate change and mitigation: what’s going on out here? by Manny Delgado

Lecture series, hosted by scientists from the UC Davis Bodega Bay Marine Lab, returns for another vintage! Open to the public and no reservations are necessary, 6pm. Kitchen will remain open until 6pm. Happy Hour beer and wine during the event. www.gourmetaubay.com, scienceuncorked@gmail.com

MAY -

New Exhibit and 75th Birthday Celebration

Napa County Historical Society Napa Shouting Down the Wind: Napa’s Pioneering Women opens May 11 Napa County Historical Society Birthday Celebration, May 12 napahistory.org.

MAYSlow Burn Take Over

Clif Family Winery, St. Helena

A roaming restaurant practiced as an experiment in closed-loop cooking. Blind chef’s tasting menu of 10-12 courses featuring the best of Clif Family Farm paired with their rotating larder. $200, www.weareslowburn.com, cliffamily.com

MAY

Lunch in the Vineyard with Jon Priest

Etude, Napa

Enjoy a guided tour of Grace Benoist Ranch (the location of Etude Estate Vineyards) by Winemaker/GM of Etude Wines

Jon Priest. Guests will enjoy an “al fresco” wine tasting and lunch. Get your wine country attire and your outdoor-shoes ready for this incredible walk in the estate vineyards. $60 This is a club member exclusive event. Not a member? Join now! www.etudewines.com

Wine club release party

Whitehall Lane Winery, St. Helena

Warmer weather, cooler wine!

Dive into new releases this spring as we prepare for a busy hot-weather season in wine country. Come for great wine, good bites and live music. 11:30am/1:30pm

Not a member? Join now! whitehalllane.com

MAY

Grand Barrel Party

Castello di Amorosa, Calistoga

Join the winemaking team and taste your way through the newest releases and future vintages at The Grand Barrel Party! The unquestioned best way to purchase wine is to buy futures. You will receive the lowest price each wine will ever be offered. There is no replacement for patience and time. The aging of wine can’t be rushed. Thus making it a valuable investment in terms of time. Taste over 30 wines! 7-10pm, $240 & $190 Wine club member event. Not a member? Join now! castellodiamorosa.com

MAY

Dance Wine Country

Deerfi eld Ranch Winery, Kenwood

Ultimate dance party in wine country with DJ SLY spinning your favorite dance and pop hits from across the decades!

6:30-9:30 in the Wine Cave, $35/advance. Wine available for purchase. Tri-Tip Trolley food truck. www.crushersofcomedy.com

MAY

Bubbly Hour

Breathless Wines, Healdsburg

The talented Lara Louise will be there harmonize the atmosphere at Breathless Wines. Come and enjoy a bubbly or two and bring the best of the best company you can have on a Friday evening and start the weekend right!

$10, 5-7pm, www.breathlesswines.com

MAY

Fête de la Fleur

Trefethen Family Vineyards

Celebrate the annual flowering of the vines at Fête de la Fleur! During this fun and casual event, you’ll enjoy a selection of your favorite Trefethen wines including the upcoming 2022 S.I.N. Rosé, paired with small bites and wood fired pizza in the beautiful Courtyard.

$120, 12-3pm, www.trefethen.com

RSVP: 707-255-7700 or email visit@trefethen.com

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Olive Grove Paella Lunch

Rutherford Ranch Winery, Rutherford

Enjoy a perfect spring day in our beautiful estate olive grove, and savor a delicious, festive paella paired with limited production wines. Live music will set the scene for an afternoon of friends, family, food and great wine.

$115, 11:30am-2pm, RSVP rutherfordranch.com/events

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MAY NIMBASH

Charles Krug Winery, St. Helena

NIMBASH is an annual celebration of the arts and artists of Napa Valley hosted by Nimbus Arts. NIMBASH event consists of a wide array of art activities, delicious food + drink from a variety of local purveyors, uncommonly delightful music, a radically artistic fashion show, and silent and live auctions featuring amazing art, delectable wines and compelling experiences. Funds raised support the ongoing classes and programs of Nimbus Arts – a local nonprofit that brings together people of all ages and skill levels, nurturing curiosity, learning, creative expression, and a sense of community.

5-10pm, www.nimbusarts.org, www.charleskrug.com

MAY

Spring Open House & 2017 Cabernet Release Party Somerston Estate, St. Helena

During this event, estate Executive Chef Dan Solomon will have an assortment of canapés to pair with hand-selected library wines, and Winemaker Cody Hurd will guide guests on a tour of some of his favorite vineyard blocks. Enjoy this rare, immersive experience of wine, food, and live music with our team and fellow wine collectors. $175, 1-4pm, www.somerstonestate.com

MAY

Sharpsteen Museum Fundraiser at Canard Vineyard Canard Vineyard, Calistoga

Tour the gardens in their spring glory, and sample wines from Canard’s heritage vines, some of which were planted by Tucker in the 19th century. Carolyn is a Master Gardener, and her garden has been featured on many Napa County garden tours. Garden tour & Canard Vineyard wine tasting paired with charcuterie: $75; Garden tour only: $40 www.sharpsteenmuseum.org

MAY

Born in the U.S.A. with Janet Fletcher, Planet Cheese Frog’s Leap Winery, Rutherford

The finest American cheeses can rival the best from Europe, and they are racking up the international awards to prove it. Experience critically acclaimed American cheeses with Frog’s Leap wines and learn which U.S. cheesemakers are leaders on the world stage. Make it a Mother’s Day gift!

$95, 2pm, visit.frogsleap.com

MAY

Simmer Down Saturdays with T-Luke and the Tight Suits

Muscardini Cellars, Kenwood

Simmer down with a glass of your favorite Muscardini Cellars wine while enjoying live music on the patio from some of your favorite local artists. $10 cover charge 6-8pm, www.muscardinicellars.com

MAY

Global Dinner Series (Polynesian)

Berryessa Gap Estate Winery, Winters

Hearty food from the Czech Republic paired with bold red wines. Guests will enjoy a three-course meal along with three glasses of wine paired by the winemaker to compliment the food. Come for a wonderful feast! $60, www.berryessagap.com

MAY

Yoga & Wine Event

Lang & Reed Napa Valley, St. Helena

Yoga instructor Elyse Fairburn will lead attendees through a dynamic vinyasa flow on Spring House’s front lawn before a wine tasting and open house at the charming turn-of-the-century tasting room. After a rejuvenating class, sample several of Lang & Reed’s distinguished wines, including Chenin Blanc, Cabernet Franc and Rosé, and snack on the available cheese and charcuterie boards. $75, 11am-2pm, RSVP, langandreed.com

MAY

Vino and Vinyasa – Mommy & Me Edition

Keller Estate Winery, Petaluma

Mommy and Me classes are a way to expose toddlers to the yoga environment while fostering quality time with mom. Preschool and older kids invited. $50pp, $35 under 21, includes an hour of yoga and a bottle of Keller Estate’s expressions of the estate to take home. $75 includes brunch. 9:30am-11am www.kellerestate.com/Visit/Events

MAY Estate Reserve Release Celebration

Fontanella Family Winery, Napa

Celebrate the release of 2019 Estate Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon and the new spring wines. Relax on the patio and in the cellar while enjoying small bites crafted to pair with new releases and musical accompaniment, while being among the first to try these new wines. Music by Brian Cline. Small bites by Marks The Spot Fine Food. $150, 3-6pm, RSVP www.fontanellawinery.com

MAY

Spring Winemaker Dinner

DeLoach Vineyards, Santa Rosa

Meet Director of Winemaking, Brian Maloney, and enjoy a special meal created by the culinary team with fresh seasonal ingredients from the Estate Garden. Be among the first to sample brand-new Estate wines. Seating is extremely limited. RSVP deloachvineyards.com

MAY

Half Moon Bay Wine & Jazz Festival

Main Street, Half Moon Bay

40+ renowned California wineries and nationally known jazz artists including Paula West, the Marcus Shelby Quintet, and the John Santos Sextet. Top Coastside food vendors will be serving delicious cuisine and a wide variety of local brews will be on tap. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to Cabrillo Education Foundation to support students of the arts.

$25-$125, 12-5pm, hmbwineandjazzfest.com

MAY

Mommie Dearest Drag Bingo

Paradise Ridge Winery, Santa Rosa

MAY

Pink Sonoma Saturday

Viansa Winery, Sonoma

An afternoon rosé wine tasting above the summit overlooking Sonoma Valley. Enjoy light bites, music and more. The afternoon benefits Positive Images, supporting LGBTQ+ Youth in Sonoma County! $85, 12-3pm, www.outinthevineyard.com

MAY

La Vie en Rosé: A Rosé & Blancs Release Party

Dry Creek Vineyard, Healdsburg

Raise a toast to spring amongst the vines at this inaugural event featuring the newly released Petite Zin Rosé, Blancs, seasonal bites and live music! Enjoy the blooms of the gardens in your best pink attire to welcome in scrumptious sips, sunny days and new beginnings. $40, 12-4pm, www.drycreekvineyard.com

MAY

Wine Road Seminar Series: Sparkling Discoveries

Amista Winery, Healdsburg

Learn what makes those bubbles in your glass. Sample wines from host, Amista Vineyards, and Iron Horse Vineyards. A perfect way to start your weekend. Enjoy local cheeses, hear how the winemakers like to pair their sparkling. You’ll learn how wineries are using a variety of varietals to make sparkling wine and how sparkling can make every day a celebration.

$70, 9:30-11am, www.wineroad.com/seminarseries

THTR Productions presents Drag Bingo hosted by the wonderful Tequila Mockingbird. Tickets include food, wine, and a fun-filled night of Bingo! You won’t want to miss out. Dinner from 6:30-7:30. Bingo from 7:30-9:30. $120, 6-8pm, www.prwinery.com/winery-events

MAY

“Pottery and Flowers”

The Art of Creating and Arranging

Cornerstone Sonoma

Local clay workers, Kelly Brothers and Megan Billingham have teamed up with Cornerstone’s master horticulturist, Steven Schwagger, to bring you the art of potter y and flower arranging. $55+, 11am-1pm, www.cornerstonesonoma.com

MAY

Mother’s Day Pop-Up Shopping Cornerstone Sonoma

Several Sonoma, Marin, and Bay Area purveyors will showcase their products. RSVP requested, free to attend. www.cornerstonesonoma.com

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Head West Marketplace

The Barlow, Sebastopol

A local, outdoor retail marketplace for makers, merchants, crafters, designers + artists, as well as non-profit organizations 11am-5pm, headwestmarketplace.com/thebarlow

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Social Afternoon Tea

Ackerman Heritage House, Napa

Spend a leisurely afternoon enjoying traditional English tea with a Napa twist at an 1889 Victorian Estate. Enjoy tiers of delectable tea sandwiches, dainty tarts, savory bites, seasonal house-made jams and premium teas served on authentic antique china and sterling. $70, 11am-1pm, www.ackermanfamilyvineyards.com

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Mother’s Day Special Flight

Chateau Buena Vista, Napa

Toast to Mom with an intimate, sumptuous affair at Chateau Buena Vista in downtown Napa; enjoy a blissful tasting experience and create luxurious memories that will last forever. buenavistawinery.com

MAY

Sip & Sway Sunday Music Series with Don Trotta Duo Muscardini Cellars, Kenwood

Grab your friends and bring a picnic, order an exclusive charcuterie boards, or leave it to them to host your perfect afternoon outing with a Pairable Picnic basket. 2-4pm, www.muscardinicellars.com

MAY

Mother’s Day Brunch

Bacchus Landing, Healdsburg

Celebrate Mom with a memorable food and wine pairing experience with local chef, Tomas Guzman. Enjoy a delicious four-course food and wine pairing on the picturesque Piazza. This will be an outdoor event, weather permitting. $125, 11am-2pm, www.bacchuslanding.com

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Cornerstone Music Series

Cornerstone Sonoma

Local musicians alongside tasty BBQ and refreshing beverages. Browse boutique shops, grab a glass of wine at Meadowcroft and Obsidian tasting rooms, and stay for an afternoon of fun and amazing music! Food trucks will be present on the last weekend of every month. 12-3pm, www.cornerstonesonoma.com

MAY

Mother’s Day Culinary Demonstration

Cakebread Cellars, Rutherford

Demonstration style class by resident chef Josh Anderson, tour of the winery and culinary gardens (weather permitting) followed by a 30-minute wine and food reception. In honor of Mother’s Day, Josh has selected two dishes that have personal significance to him and his mother and will share the stories and recipes behind them before departing from this unforgettable morning at 12pm. $100, 10am, RSVP www.cakebread.com

MAY

Mother’s Day Wine & Food Pairing Event

Russian River Vineyards, Forestville

MAY

A Breathless Mother’s Day Brunch

Breathless Wines, Healdsburg

Treat Mom to a Breathless Sparkling Brunch with savories and sweets from Criminal Baking Company. Live from the patio, local guitarist, Nate Lopez, will enhance the ambiance with his rhythmic renditions. $35, 10am-12:30pm, www.breathlesswines.com

MAY

Mother’s Day Candle-Making Workshop

Muscardini Cellars, Kenwood

An immersive candle-making experience using all natural soy, phthalate-free fragrance oils, and fresh botanicals. Includes candle-making workshop, a glass of Muscardini wine, and two beautiful homemade candles. Additional wines by the glass or bottle along with sharable cheese and charcuterie boards are available for purchase during the event. Picnicking is always encouraged. $55, 11:30am-2pm, www.muscardinicellars.com

MAY

Mother’s Day Brunch

The Meritage Resort & Spa, Napa Decadent Rosé Brunch. Spa packages available. Kids 4-13 $40, adults $95, www.meritageresort.com

The Kitchen at RRV has lovingly handcrafted four delectable dishes to pair perfectly with four featured wines. Each course is thoughtfully created to complement its fine wine component. Vegetarian options available. $85, seatings at 12, 2 and 4pm www.exploretock.com/russianrivervineyards

MAY

Mother’s Day Wine Flight & Brunch Pairing

Comstock Wines, Healdsburg

Treat yourself to this decadent experience and enjoy a flight of Sparkling Blanc de Blanc, Viognier, Merlot, and Zinfandel. Celebrate mom with a twist on everyone’s favorite Sunday meal paired perfectly with your favorite wines! 21+, $125pp RSVP www.exploretock.com/comstockwines

MAY

Mother’s Day Garden Party

Grgich Hills, Rutherford

Celebrate Mother’s Day delicious food, wines, and live music. Enjoy an oyster bar by Oyster Girls, accompanied by seafood, caviar, and your favorite Grgich Hills wines. $200, 11am-3pm, www.grgich.com

MAY

Sunday Sessions

Priest Ranch Tasting Room, Yountville

Come for a wine experience while taking in acoustic performances by local musicians. Book a 90-minute tasting on select Sundays between 2 and 5pm to secure your spot.

RSVP www.priestranchwines.com, 707-944-8200

MAY

New Arrivals from Europe – World Cheese Tour 2023

Winston’s Café, Napa

You might think every cheese that can be invented has been invented, but no. Exciting new creations are coming from Europe as importers compete to find fresh gems for their list. This evening you’ll taste seven of the recent arrivals Janet is most enthusiastic about. 5:30-7:30pm, Single class: $80, Mini Tour (three classes of your choice): $225 www.janetfletcher.com

MAY

Reyna Noriega & Clif Family Winery

An Unforgettable Evening of Wine, Food, and Art Clif Family Tasting Room, Yountville

New wine releases, and a live painting popup event with renowned Visual Artist and Author, Reyna Noriega. An evening of creativity and inspiration. Enjoy dinner from the Clif Family Bruschetteria Food Truck featuring a Miami-inspired Street Food menu. Sip & Support event for Nimbus Arts. RSVP, free to attend. 4-7pm, Pre-order food. cliffamily.com

MAY

Smashburger Party

Farmstead, St. Helena

Come for a party in the Farmstead Garden Lounge and enjoy fresh smashburgers with crispy edges and melted cheese, waffle fries, beer, cocktails, and live music. No ticket purchase necessary. 4-7pm, www.longmeadowranch.com

MAY

Winemaker Wednesday featuring Hirsch Vineyards

The Matheson, Healdsburg Mix, mingle and meet some of Sonoma County’s most creative winemakers and winery principles, while tasting some amazing selections of their world-class wines. The Matheson will also provide some tasty bites from Chef Dustin Valette to perfectly complement the featured wines. Ongoing every other Wednesday from 5-6pm. Presented by Sonoma County Vintners and The Matheson. sonomawine.com

MAY

Wines & Sunsets

Paradise Ridge Winery, Santa Rosa Paradise Ridge wines paired with beautiful Russian River Valley sunsets while enjoying gourmet local food trucks and live music! Food Truck: Happy Cat Pizza • Music: Solid Air Wines are available to purchase by glass or bottle. $20, 6-8pm, www.prwinery.com/winery-events

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Seven Styles of Cheese with Janet Fletcher, Planet Cheese

Elizabeth Spencer Winery, St. Helena

Can you tell a bloomy rind from a washed rind? A triple crème from a tomme? In this seminar, you’ll taste world-class examples of seven different cheese styles, and I’ll help you understand how these diverse cheeses got that way. Hone your tasting skills. Master some cheese lingo. Be a smarter cheese shopper. $105, 5:30pm, elizabethspencerwinery.com/winery-events

MAY

One Main Cigar Dinners

Harvest Inn, St. Helena

An opportunity for cigar and wine enthusiasts to come together for an evening of live music, farm-to-table cuisine, and cigar and wine tastings among stunning vineyard views. Each event features a unique cigar partner sharing their latest releases, along with wine pairings from a local stand out vineyard. Guests will enjoy a delicious, seasonal dinner from Harvest Table and live music. $150, 6pm, www.harvestinn.com

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Ole Health Foundation Fundraiser ‘Vida Ole’ Napa Valley luminaries, vintners and business leaders come together to raise money to support healthcare for Napa Valley’s agricultural and hospitality workers.

• Thursday, May 18 – Visionaries Luncheon – invitation-only

• Friday, May 19 – A series of intimate vintner dinners held at some of the most celebrated wineries in Napa, including Darioush, Louis M. Martini, and Wappo Hill.

• Saturday, May 20 – Sullivan Rutherford Estate will host dinner and auction. Sullivan’s sumptuous wines will be paired with a curated three-course dinner designed by the culinary team at Meadowood Napa Valley. Noted auctioneer Fritz Hatton will lead a lively auction of intriguing lots. The evening will be punctuated by an energetic performance by GRAMMY Awardwinning band Ozomatli.

• Sunday, May 21 – Farewell Brunch hosted by Sinegal Estate Winery – experience a little taste of Paris All-inclusive Weekend Pass, $2,500 per person. A la carte tickets to the Vida OLE Dinner & Auction at $1,000 per person ($750 tax deductible). olehealth.org/auction

MAY

FoSo Fridays: Music in the Vineyards

Foley Sonoma, Geyserville

Evening of wine, live music, and inventive food pairings from the estate chef. Gather with your friends in the reserved lounge areas, or bring your chairs and blankets to settle in on the FoSo lawn overlooking the estate vineyards. $25, 5-7pm, www.foleysonoma.com

- Feature: Mother’s Day Weekend and Winemaker Series Rose of Pinot Noir

- Bites: Sonoma Chicken Tortas, Queso Panela, Pickled Estate Radish, served with Chips and Salsa

- Music: Derek Irving

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Healdsburg Wine & Food Experience

A weekend celebrating the makers behind the magic while giving back to the community highlighting the vibrant culinary diversity, sustainable farming practices, and deep connection to the agriculture of Sonoma as it relates to the rest of the world.

Friday:

• Horn Barbecue Lunch & Private Vineyard Tour, $195

• A Timeless Pairing: Champagne & Caviar Seminar, $150

• Craft Cocktails at Lo & Behold, $125

Saturday:

• Vintners Plaza Grand Tasting Experience, $250 & $190

• Celebrity Chef Demonstrations at The Matheson, $200

• Wine & Spirits Seminars, $100 each

Pinot Talks®, Great White Wines, Stunning & Sustainable: Crafting Earth-Friendly Wines, Farm-to-Glass Cocktail Seminar

• Outdoor Concert at Rodney Strong Vineyards, $125

• The Magnum Party at Bacchus Landing $450

Sunday:

• Community Brunch, Benefiting Healdsburg FFA, $95

• Zinfandel Live Wine Experience, $95

VIP Weekend Passes, $2700 or $3900 www.healdsburgwineandfood.com

MAY

Blue Note Summer Sessions:

Les Claypool’s Fearless Flying Frog Brigade

Silverado Resort & Spa, Napa

Enjoy outdoor music near the 1st and 18th hole of Silverado’s PGA-certified championship golf course and just a short walk from the resort’s historic mansion.

$55-199, 6:30-10pm, www.bluenotenapa.com

MAY

White Maximus Release Party

Bennett Lane Winery, Calistoga

Come to Bennett Lane Winery as they release the new 2023 Maximus White Feasting Wine! Last year’s release has been sold out since late summer. Come toast its return. Wear your white attire and enjoy a beautiful afternoon, with lunch by the vineyard. The perfect way to welcome spring and summer in the Napa Valley. $90, 12-4pm, www.bennettlane.com/events

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24th Annual Anderson Valley Pinot Noir Festival Celebrates Sparkling Heritage

Anderson Valley

More than 50 wineries pour, including two dozen prestige labels from Napa and Sonoma that covet our fabulous fruit. Sample delicious food pairings, acquire library wines, exclusive experiences, and other treasures during our silent auction.

• Tech Conference: Friday, May 19, 8:30am-4pm, $110, Mendocino Fairgrounds

• BBQ in the Vineyards: Friday, May 19, 5-8pm, $95, Lula Cellars, Philo

• VIP Bubble Lounge: Saturday, May 20, 10am-1pm, $125, Scharffenberger Cellars, Philo

• Grand Tasting: Saturday, May 20, 11am-3pm, $175, Designated Driver: $75, Scharffenberger Cellars, Philo

• Winery Open Houses: Sunday, May 21, 11am-4pm, Various wineries throughout Anderson Valley www.avwines.com/pinot-noir-festival

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MAY

Meet the Makers: Red Wines Tasting & Lunch

Cakebread Cellars, Rutherford

Begin with a 60-minute seated tasting, followed by a 30-minute tour of the winery, and seated three-course luncheon with wine pairings. During this in-depth technical tasting, Director of Winemaking Stephanie Jacobs and Director of Vineyard Operations Jessica Luke Baumgartner a will taste through a curated selection of red wines direct from the barrel and explore the techniques that nuance each wine from vine to glass. Guests will have the opportunity to engage our leadership team with questions and comments in an intimate setting. A three-course luncheon with wine pairings will follow.

$250, 10am, RSVP www.cakebread.com

MAY

Garden Hike Series with Lunch

Chalk Hill Estate Vineyard, Healdsburg

Inspiring and educational hike through the estate vineyard and 4-acres of organic culinary gardens with Vineyard Manager, Brian Malone and end with a coursed lunch paired with specially selected wines from the estate.

$150, 10am-1pm, www.chalkhill.com

MAY

Paella Party

Elizabeth Spencer Winery, Rutherford

A buffet-style feast including appetizers, fresh oysters, and Paella paired with our magical wines. Revel in the live music and toast to a beautiful evening.

$150, 4-7pm, elizabethspencerwinery.com/winery-events

MAY

Seasons in the Vineyard

DeLoach Vineyards, Santa Rosa

Educational tour behind the scenes in the vineyards. Sophie Drucker, Director of Winegrowing, will give you a deeper understanding of how wine grapes grow and explain the importance of organic and biodynamic farming. This “grass to glass” experience will enhance your wine education in a fun, casual environment.

$90, 11am, RSVP deloachvineyards.com

MAY

Salute to American Graffi ti

Downtown Petaluma

Cruisin’ the Boulevard invites American model cars 1972 or older to join the annual parade of classic American cars cruising through the streets of downtown Petaluma where most of the movie was filmed in the summer of 1972. There will be food vendors, old-school DJ live radio, special activities, and guest appearances from some of the stars from the film. Free to attend. www.visitpetaluma.com

MAY

Elevage Blanc White Party

Chimney Rock Winery, Napa

Celebrate the annual release of this anticipated white Bordeaux blend. Come to the estate for the first annual White Party! Dress in white as a toast to the new vintage. Experience an exceptional pairing of Paella and the 2021 Elevage Blanc. $185pp, 12-2:30pm, www.chimneyrock.com

MAY

Lobster Feed

Salvestrin Winery, St. Helena

Experience an authentic lobster boil provided by Napa Valley Lobster Co., paired with your favorite Salvestrin wines. This event is a fantastic way to taste new releases including the 2022 Sauvignon Blanc. $180/$225, 6-10pm, salvestrinwinery.com Wine club event. Not a member? Join now!

MAY

Zialena Winemaker SeriesIn the Vineyard with Winemaker Mark Mazzoni

Zialena Winery, Geyserville

Learn the history of Cappella and Mazzoni Clone Zinfandel with winemaker and co-owner Mark Mazzoni in the vineyard among the vines. $80, 10:30am-12:30pm laura.stafford@zialena.com, www.zialena.com

MAY

Vino & Pizza Summer Release Party

Merryvale Vineyards, St. Helena

Be among the first to enjoy new releases of Merryvale wines with wood-fired pizza by Tre Posti on the Merryvale Terrace. Enjoy Italian ambience with live caricature drawings and Italian inspired música. $95, 3-5pm, www.merryvale.com

MAY

Celebrating the Diversity of Women

Balletto Vineyards, Santa Rosa

Auction, buffet and diverse fashion show

Supporing The Living Room

Eat, drink, laugh, and engage as you learn about the mission of The Living Room and the impact it’s making in the lives of women and children in Sonoma County.

2 tickets/$75, 2-5pm, https://shorturl.at/jLMT0

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Yountville Art, Sip & Stroll

Downtown Yountville

Stroll downtown Yountville’s Washington Street where over 50 juried artists, wineries, tasting rooms and live musical performances await attendees. Free to attend. Tasting package for $40/pp includes a glass with four wine tasting tokens. 11am-5pm, www.artsipstroll.com

MAY

Blue Note Summer Sessions: Dwight Yoakum

Silverado Resort & Spa, Napa

Enjoy outdoor music near the 1st and 18th hole of Silverado’s PGA-certified championship golf course and just a short walk from the resort’s historic mansion. $75-$105, 7pm, www.bluenotenapa.com

MAY

Spring Wine Release Party: Sushi & Oysters

Markham Vineyards, St. Helena

A glorious spring afternoon at the newly remodeled Historic Stone Cellar & Winery Courtyard where guests will be the first to taste brand-new spring wine releases paired with Sushi from Sushimoto and freshly shucked oysters from Hog Island Oysters. Don’t miss this fantastic day in Napa Valley Wine Country — tickets are on sale now! $100, 2-4pm, markhamvineyards.com

MAY

Music on the Patio

Cline Cellars, Sonoma

Favorite local artists perform on the patio. clinecellars.com/events

Top Drink 2023

Napa Valley Museum, Yountville

Another year of Napa Valley’s top chefs and bartenders pairing superb food with delicious cocktails based on Charbay Vodka – this time with a lemon twist! A dozen of Napa Valley’s finest restaurants are participating! Competition is fierce for the titles of Top Food, Top Pairing, and Top Drink, including a People’s Choice! Stay cool a the “Everyone’s a VIP” Lounge sponsored by Bank of America/Merrill Lynch. It’s a fun afternoon of fabulous food and drink, all to benefit the Museum’s arts and education programs. $50-$75, 2-5pm, napavalleymuseum.org

MAY

Swing Into Spring

Breathless Wines, Healdsburg

Raise a glass to spring on the garden patio! Savor the debut of the sparkling Pinot Meunier by winemaker Penny Gadd-Coster, paired with fresh spring rolls and papaya salad by Michelle Wood, and live music. Take the time to savor the moment and celebrate the season in style.

$30, 2:30pm, www.breathlesswines.com

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Blue Note Summer Sessions: Emmylou Harris

Silverado Resort & Spa, Napa

Enjoy outdoor music near the 1st and 18th hole of Silverado’s PGA-certified championship golf course and just a short walk from the resort’s historic mansion. $69-$169, 7pm, www.bluenotenapa.com

MAY

Sip & Sway Sunday Music Series with Simon Melrose Duo Muscardini Cellars, Kenwood

Grab your friends and bring a picnic, order an exclusive charcuterie boards, or leave it to them to host your perfect afternoon outing with a Pairable Picnic baskets. 2-4pm, www.muscardinicellars.com

MAY

Wines & Sunsets

Paradise Ridge Winery, Santa Rosa

Paradise Ridge wines paired with beautiful Russian River Valley sunsets while enjoying gourmet local food trucks and live music!

Food Truck: Lata Cuisine • Music: The doRiaN Mode

Wines are available to purchase by glass or bottle. $20, 6-8pm, www.prwinery.com/winery-events

MAY

Science Uncorked –

Pairing Delicious Wines with Delicious Ideas

Gourmet Au Bay, Bodega Bay

Advances in California Abolone Conervation and Production

Aquaculture by Sara Boles

Lecture series, hosted by scientists from the UC Davis Bodega Bay Marine Lab, returns for another vintage!

Open to the public and no reservations are necessary, 6pm. Kitchen will remain open until the 6pm. Happy Hour beer and wine during the event. www.gourmetaubay.com, scienceuncorked@gmail.com

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BottleRock Napa Valley

Napa Valley Expo, Napa

BottleRock Napa Valley is a 3-day music, wine, food and brew festival. 5 Music Stages, Culinary Stage and more! Post Malone, Smashing Pumpkins, Lizzo, Duran Duran, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Lil Nas X and more! www.bottlerocknapavalley.com

MAY

In A Landscape: Classical Music in the Wild™

Jack London State Historic Park, Glen Ellen

Wander the grounds with classical music performed live by pianist Hunter Noack in the Beauty Ranch Meadow.

$40, 5:30-7pm, www.inalandscape.org

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Simmer Down Saturdays with The Jami Jamison Band

Muscardini Cellars, Kenwood

Simmer down with a glass of your favorite Muscardini Cellars wine while enjoying live music on the patio from some of your favorite local artists.

$10 cover charge, 6-8pm, www.muscardinicellars.com

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BottleRock After Hours

Solage, Auberge Resorts Collection, Calistoga

BottleRock all day, then party into the evening with late-night beats and Mexican food poolside. Enjoy a variety of mezcal and tequila inspired cocktails, and indulge in bold flavors and playful dishes from Picobar. Move to the music beneath twinkling lights, then end the evening next to the fire, laughing with friends and savoring the moment. $100, 10pm-midnight, 707-266-7534 aubergeresorts.com/solage/experiences/bottlerock

MAYBottleRock Brunch

The Meritage Resort & Spa, Napa

Kickstart your Bottlerock mornings during your stay with brunch on the Village Lawn. Featuring a breakfast corner, omelet and avocado toast stations, as well as a mimosa and bloody mary bar. 8am-1pm, www.meritagecollection.com

MAY

Afternoon Pool Party & BBQ

Solage, Auberge Resorts Collection, Calistoga

Whether relaxing all day poolside, or looking to rejuvenate before the third and final day of BottleRock, join us for the ultimate detox and retox. Recover with IV nutrient therapy, as you rehydrate and replenish the body with long-lasting nutrients from B12 Love, then spend the afternoon indulging in classic BBQ and playing lawn games with friends and family. Live DJ. 11am-2pm – IV and B12 shots available on Estrella Lawn 12-4pm – BBQ at the Main Pool aubergeresorts.com/solage/experiences/bottlerock

MAY

Brunch in the Vineyard

Enriquez Estate Wines

Relax in the vineyard with award-winning wines and live music. Chef Robert of SoCo Paella and music by Complicated Animals. $75, 11am-1pm, RSVP enriquezwines.com/estate-events

MAY

Outstanding In The Field

Flowers Vineyards & Winery, Healdsburg

Joan and Walt Flowers pioneered the growing of Pinot Noir and Chardonnay grapes on the rugged hillsides of the Sonoma Coast in the 1990s. Dine amongst the vines at Camp Meeting Ridge. Chef Nelson German will be coming up from Oakland. He’s known for his time on Top Chef, but now has two award-winning restaurants, Sobre Mesa and alaMar.

$375, 4pm, www.flowerswinery.com/2023-events

MAY

Auro Wine Dinner Experience – Alpha Omega

Led by Alpha Omega Winemaker, Matt Brain

Auro Napa Valley, Calistoga

Alpha Omega Winemaker, Matt Brian, and Four Seasons

Sommelier, Derek Stevenson, will be pairing the winery’s worldclass wines with Executive Chef Rogelio Garcia’s hyper-seasonal tasting menu featured at Auro. Guests will sip on world-class wines sourced from noteable local vineyards such as Stagecoach, Beckstoffer Georges III, and Beckstoffer to Kalon.

$380, 6pm, www.auronapavalley.com

MAY

Winemaker Dinner Series by Santé

Featuring Michael Sebastiani, Highway 12 Winery

Santé, Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn, Sonoma

Executive Chef Jared Reeves in partnership with some of Napa and Sonoma’s most renowned winemakers have come together for a series of dinners you won’t want to miss. Kick off the evening with a sparkling wine reception followed by a 4-course wine paired dinner hosted under the historic Water Tower. Limited seating available. 6pm

www.fairmont-sonoma.com/events

JUNE -

Collective Napa Valley Together Again Weekend

Vintner-hosted wine events and experiences. Taste wines straight from the barrel, savor delicious food from local restaurants, and enjoy a new celebration with a live auction offering once-in-a-lifetime wines and special experiences. Proceeds go toward funding the key to a bright future: the children of Napa Valley.

• Friday, June 2: • Napa Valley Barrel Auction, 12-3pm • Vintner Hosted Welcome Dinners, 6pm

• Saturday, June 3: • Vineyard Walks & Wine Talks with Winemakers, 11:30am-1:30pm • Dinner and Live Auction, 5pm www.collectivenapavalley.org

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Winemaker Wednesday featuring Benovia Winery

The Matheson, Healdsburg

Mix, mingle and meet some of Sonoma County’s most creative winemakers and winery principles, while tasting some amazing selections of their world-class wines. The Matheson will also provide some tasty bites from Chef Dustin Valette to perfectly complement the featured wines. sonomawine.com

Ongoing every other Wednesday from 5-6pm

Presented by Sonoma County Vintners & The Matheson

MAY

Wines and Sunsets

Paradise Ridge Winery, Santa Rosa

Paradise Ridge wines paired with beautiful Russian River Valley sunsets while enjoying gourmet local food trucks and live music!

Food Truck: JES • Music: Jami Jamison

Wines are available to purchase by glass or bottle. $20, 6-8pm, www.prwinery.com/winery-events

JUNE

Live Music on the Terrace: Asher Stern

Merryvale Vineyards, St. Helena

Welcome the weekends on the Tasting Terrace with live music, food trucks and Merryvale wines!

Food by Sticky Business BBQ. 5-7pm, www.merryvale.com

JUNE

Blue Note Summer Sessions: Chris Botti Silverado Resort & Spa, Napa

Enjoy outdoor music near the 1st and 18th hole of Silverado’s PGA-certified championship golf course and just a short walk from the resort’s historic mansion. $65-$149, 5:30 & 8pm, www.bluenotenapa.com

JUNE

Blue Note Summer Sessions: Rufus Wainwright’s Folkocracy Tour Silverado Resort & Spa, Napa

Enjoy outdoor music near the 1st and 18th hole of Silverado’s PGA-certified championship golf course and just a short walk from the resort’s historic mansion. $59-$129, 7pm, www.bluenotenapa.com

JUNE

Sunday Sessions

Priest Ranch Tasting Room, Yountville

Come for a wine experience while taking in acoustic performances by local musicians. Book a 90-minute tasting on select Sundays between 2 and 5pm to secure your spot. RSVP www.priestranchwines.com, 707-944-8200

JUNE

Sip & Sway Sunday Music Series with Hannah Jern-Miller solo Muscardini Cellars, Kenwood

Grab your friends and bring a picnic, order an exclusive charcuterie boards, or leave it to them to host your perfect afternoon outing with a Pairable Picnic baskets. 2-4pm, www.muscardinicellars.com

JUNEYountville Pride Week

Various locations, Yountville Activities:

JUNE

Wines and Sunsets – Pride Night

Paradise Ridge Winery, Santa Rosa

Paradise Ridge wines paired with beautiful Russian River Valley sunsets while enjoying gourmet local food trucks and live music!

Food Truck: Dino’s Food Truck • Music: TBD Wines are available to purchase by glass or bottle. $20, 6-8pm, www.prwinery.com/winery-events

JUNE

Sip and Support: LGBTQ Connection + Street Food Napa Valley & Live Music

Clif Family Winery Tasting Room, St. Helena

An international themed Street Food Napa Valley menu – items and wine orders will be available from 11:30am-6pm to enjoy on the Clif Family property or to-go. Pre-orders will be accepted starting the Sunday evening prior. 4-7pm, cliffamily.com

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Blue Note Summer Sessions: Brian Culbertson’s Napa Valley Jazz Getaway

Silverado Resort & Spa, Napa

Enjoy outdoor music near the 1st and 18th hole of Silverado’s PGA-certified championship golf course and just a short walk from the resort’s historic mansion. 7pm, www.bluenotenapa.com

JUNE

Playbills and Platters –

Yountville Pride Celebration Dinner

Jessup Cellars Tasting Gallery, Yountville

Jessup Cellars, Handwritten Wines, and Lloyd Cellars will host this exclusive dinner. Live music with dessert. $250, 6-9pm, jessupcellars.com

JUNE

Summer Lawn Party

Imagery Winery, Glen Ellen

Come for fun in the sun! Enjoy an afternoon filled with lawn games, The Sonoma Salt Company food truck, and of course, delicious wine! Complimentary admission, RSVP not required. Wine by the glass and food available for purchase. 12-2pm www.imagerywinery.com/wineryevents

JUNE

Summer Celebration

Flowers Vineyards & Winery, Healdsburg www.flowerswinery.com/2023-events

JUNE

Summer Open House + Marketplace

Grand Cru Custom Crush, Windsor

Celebrate the arrival of summer with handcrafted wines from small producers along with artisanal goods from local farms + food artisans. Vintners: Black Kite, Bruliam, Cormorant, Cupere, Ernest, Edaphos, Hard Six, Innumero, Jeff Cohn, Saxon Brown, Stringer. Complimentary valet included.$30, 11am-3pm www.grandcrucustomcrush.com/events

- June 7, Sip & Support at Clif Family Winery, with proceeds benefitting LGBTQ Connection.

- June 8, Pride Trivia Night at Cornerstone Cellars

- June 9 Playbills and Platters Dinner by Jessup Cellars in collaboration with Handwritten Wines and Lloyd Cellars featuring Jacob Langfelder of Broadway and Vine and visual artist Cynthia Carey, with proceeds being donated to a local organization supporting the LGBTQIA+ community, on Friday.

- June 9, Winemaker’s Dinner at North Block Hotel a featuring Gentleman Farmer Wines

- June 10, Chandon is hosting a Pride Celebration Picnic Day

- June 11, Pride Music in the Park by The Yountville Chamber of Commerce in collaboration. Family dance party led by DJ Rotten Robbie; live music from The Lucky Devils Band; delicious food for purchase from Di Filippo Wood Fired Pizza, The Original Burger Dog, and TJ Dim Sum; wine and beer for purchase with proceeds going to Yountville Kiwanis and the LGBTQ Connection; family friendly activities, crafts, games and information offered by local non-profits. Free to attend Special offers:

- Pedal for Pride Bike Rental Package from Napa Valley Bike Bike rental, souvenir water bottle, a slice of rainbow cake from Bouchon Bakery, a glass of wine from Stewart Cellars.

- Clif Family Winery is hosting a fundraiser for LGBTQ Connection featuring Rainbow Pride Cookies.

- plus Groth Vineyards & Winery, Hoopes Vineyard and more yountville.com/pridecelebrations

JUNEChardonnay Pinot Classic

The Meritage Resort & Spa, Napa

The 2023 Chardonnay/Pinot Classic is a weekend of indulgence curated by master sommeliers and acclaimed winemakers set in the beautiful Napa Valley. The program features iconic wine country experiences, gourmet lunches, luxury dinners, and unique tastings. Various locations and events, $150-$6000 www.meritageresort.com

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JUNE

Women in the Arts Dinner

The Meritage Resort & Spa, Napa

Join classical pianist and cultural activist, Lara Downes, in conversation as she shares her story following a four-course gourmet dinner paired with a special curated selection of wines. 6-8:30pm, www.meritageresort.com

JUNE

Dance Wine Country

Deerfi eld Ranch Winery, Kenwood

Ultimate dance party in wine country with DJ SLY spinning your favorite dance and pop hits from across the decades!

6:30-9:30 on the Crush Pad, $35/advance. Wine available for purchase. Tri-Tip Trolley food truck. www.crushersofcomedy.com

JUNE

Bubbly Hour

Breathless Wines, Healdsburg

Start your weekend at Breathless for some live, local music and bubbles. Order a cheese/charcuterie box or a caviar picnic, sit back, relax and enjoy an evening on the patio. $10, 5-7pm, www.breathlesswines.com

JUNE Summer of Zin

Dry Creek Vineyard, Healdsburg

Twist and shout to live Beatles music presented by The Sun Kings on the beautiful picnic grounds! Wines available by the glass or by the bottle. You’ll also be able to purchase some local nibbles! $65, 12-4pm, www.drycreekvineyard.com

JUNEHead West Marketplace

The Barlow, Sebastopol

A local, outdoor retail marketplace for makers, merchants, crafters, designers + artists, as well as non-profit organizations 11am-5pm, headwestmarketplace.com/thebarlow

JUNE

Blue Note Summer Sessions: Tower of Power Silverado Resort & Spa, Napa

Enjoy outdoor music near the 1st and 18th hole of Silverado’s PGA-certified championship golf course and just a short walk from the resort’s historic mansion. $60-$70, 7pm, www.bluenotenapa.com

JUNE

Sip & Sway Sunday Music Series with JDub and Dino Duo

Muscardini Cellars, Kenwood

JUNE

Brunch in the Name of Love

Migration Pride Event, Napa

Come for delicious brunch-inspired bites and drag entertainment alongside a flight of Rosé from The Duckhorn Portfolio’s worldclass wineries as well as music. Experience wine country as never before as a diverse cast of stunning performers bring the energy & drama to the catwalk. Attendees are encouraged to wear their fiercest pink outfits in support of this fantastic cause. $165, 11am-1pm, www.migrationwines.com

JUNE

Garden Party

Elizabeth Spencer Winery. St. Helena

An enchanting afternoon of merriment in the magical garden at Elizabeth Spencer. Mingle, play croquet, or make a flower bouquet while enjoying canapes and sipping on Elizabeth Spencer wine or refreshing iced tea and lemonade. $140, 3-6pm, elizabethspencerwinery.com/winery-events

JUNE

Father’s Day Vino & 5k Run

Keller Estate Winery, Petaluma

We’ll be running (walking or strolling) twice around the paved road around La Cruz vineyards. Ever y finalist will take home a race t-shirt and a bottle of Keller Estate wines. Brunch kits will be available on pre-order.

Ages: 21+ $50, 15-20 $35, 7-14 $15 www.kellerestate.com/Visit/Events

JUNE

Raise the Roof Priest Ranch Tasting Room, Yountville

Enjoy a celebratory new-release wine, local performers, and a family-style meal perfectly paired by Executive Chef Dan Solomon. Plus, we’ll be sharing some exciting happenings at Priest Ranch! Reserve your seats today! $225, 5-9pm RSVP www.priestranchwines.com, 707-944-8200

JUNE

Garden Hike Series with Lunch

Chalk Hill Estate Vineyard, Healdsburg

Inspiring and educational hike through the estate vineyard and organic culinary gardens with Vineyard Manager, Brian Malone and end with a coursed lunch paired with specially selected wines from the estate. $150, 10am-1pm, www.chalkhill.com

JUNE

Desert Island Cheese Plate with Janet Fletcher, Planet Cheese Frog’s Leap Winery, Rutherford

Meet seven cheeses worthy of the GOAT (Greatest of All Time) list, the ones that many experts consider best of class. If you could take only a few cheeses to that desert island, these seven should be contenders. $95, 2pm, visit.frogsleap.com

JUNE

Simmer Down Saturdays with Spike’s Sikes and The Awesome Hotcakes

Muscardini Cellars, Kenwood

Simmer down with a glass of your favorite Muscardini Cellars wine while enjoying live music on the patio from some of your favorite local artists. $10 cover charge 6-8pm, www.muscardinicellars.com

JUNE

Windsor Pride Festival

Windsor Town Green, Windsor

Come for a day of music, food, games and colorful surprises. This family-friendly event celebrating love in Windsor among all people, including the LGBTQIA community, will be free and open to all. Live performances at the Music Fest. Fun activities in the KidZone. Resources at the Community Fair. Food and Drinks at the Street Fair. 2-8pm, www.lovewinsinwindsor.com

Grab your friends and bring a picnic, order an exclusive charcuterie boards, or leave it to them to host your perfect afternoon outing with a Pairable Picnic baskets. 2-4pm, www.muscardinicellars.com

JUNE History of Cheese in Seven Slices

– World Cheese Tour 2023

Winston’s Café, Napa

Come for an edifying and tasty journey through five centuries of cheese. In this admittedly quirky recap of history, you’ll taste seven superb cheeses with lasting significance, cheeses that paved the way for those yet to come. 5:30-7:30pm

Single class: $80

Mini Tour (three classes of your choice): $225 www.janetfletcher.com

JUNE

Wines & Sunsets

Paradise Ridge Winery, Santa Rosa

Paradise Ridge wines paired with beautiful Russian River Valley sunsets while enjoying gourmet local food trucks and live music!

Food Truck: Tri Tip Trolley • Music: Chance McCauley

Wines are available to purchase by glass or bottle. $20, 6-8pm, www.prwinery.com/winery-events

JUNE Smashburger Party

Farmstead, St. Helena

Come for a party in the Farmstead Garden Lounge and enjoy fresh smashburgers with crispy edges and melted cheese, waffle fries, beer, cocktails, and live music. No ticket purchase necessary. Food available until sold out. 4-7pm, www.longmeadowranch.com

JUNE Us Versus Them with Janet Fletcher, Planet Cheese

Elizabeth Spencer Winery, St. Helena

How does the best American Cheddar compare to its British counterpart, or the best American Gouda compare to the best from Holland? Taste eight cheeses in four pairs. You be the judge! $105, 5:30-7pm elizabethspencerwinery.com/winery-events

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JUNE

One Main Cigar Dinners

Harvest Inn, St. Helena

An opportunity for cigar and wine enthusiasts to come together for an evening of live music, farm-to-table cuisine, and cigar and wine tastings among stunning vineyard views. Each event features a unique cigar partner sharing their latest releases, along with wine pairings from a local stand out vineyard. Guests will enjoy a delicious, seasonal dinner from Harvest Table and live music. $150, 6pm, www.harvestinn.com

JUNE

Comedy Night Happy Hour

Balletto Vineyards, Santa Rosa

A night of wine, food, laughter and good vibes. With comedy partner, The Laugh Cellar 6-8pm, www.ballettovineyards.com

JUNE

FoSo Fridays: Music in the Vineyards

Foley Sonoma, Geyserville

Evening of wine, live music, and inventive food pairings from the estate chef. Gather with your friends in our reserved lounge areas, or bring your chairs and blankets to settle in on the FoSo lawn overlooking our estate vineyards. $25, 5-7pm, www.foleysonoma.com

- Special Feature: Father’s Day Weekend “Cab’s for Dads” and Winemaker Series Cabernet Sauvignon

- Bites: Italian Beef Sandwiches, Estate Garden Giardinere, served with house made potato chips

- Music: Dustin Saylor

JUNE

Blue Note Summer Sessions: Festival De Verano with La Santa Cecilia, Las Cafeteras and La Misa Negra Silverado Resort & Spa, Napa

Enjoy outdoor music near the 1st and 18th hole of Silverado’s PGA-certified championship golf course. $39-$139, 6pm, www.bluenotenapa.com

JUNE

Dinner in the Vineyard

Medlock Ames, Bell Mountain Ranch, Healdsburg

This intimate evening begins with a welcome reception overlooking Bell Mountain Vineyard featuring library wines, hor d’oeuvres, and live music. Following the reception, walk with Ames as he guides you through the vines to a farm table surrounded by towering oaks and where you will feast on an organically inspired four-course meal featuring produce from the gardens. Each dish is carefully paired with library wines and special releases. $250, 5-9pm, www.medlockames.com

JUNE

7 Course Food and Wine Exploration

Comstock Wines, Healdsburg

Winemaker Chris Russi and winery Executive Chef Jude

Affronti team up to create an unforgettable and unparalleled culinary experience. Indulge in each of the seven courses highlighting the local bounty paired with exceptional Comstock Wines. $175pp, RSVP www.exploretock.com/comstockwines

JUNE

Joe Dutton’s Vineyard Walk & BBQ

Dutton Estate Winery, Sebastopol

Guided Walk at Du on Ranch • Lunch • Wine

Meet Joe Dutton at Dutton Ranch where he’ll lead a small group for a one-hour walk through Shop Block, the original vineyard his father Warren planted in 1967. After enjoy a Father’s Day themed BBQ with a full selection of wine at Dutton Estate Winery. $125, 11am-3pm, www.duttonestate.com

JUNE

Wine Road Seminar Series: Esprit du Rhône

Trattore Farms, Geyserville

What makes the Dry Creek Valley such a perfect spot to grow Rhône varieties? The winemakers will address that, while tasting through a couple of wines from each of their wineries: Trattore Farms, Amphora Winery, FRICK and Mounts Family Vineyards. This is a unique opportunity to sample these lesser known varietals side-by-side and hear from the winemakers themselves. Charcuterie will accompany the tasting. Bring your questions and curiosity about these wines and learn about Rhônes. $70, 9:30-11am, www.wineroad.com/seminarseries

JUNE -

Wine and Tacos!

Cline Cellars, Sonoma

Taco & wine pairing event returns with new creations by Chef Shirley Morovich. Book your tickets early. They sell faster than you can say “taco!” clinecellars.com/events

JUNE25th Anniversary Healdsburg Jazz Festival healdsburgjazz.org

JUNE

Sunday Sessions

Priest Ranch Tasting Room, Yountville

JUNE

Summer Winemaker Dinner

Sequoia Grove Winery, Napa

Kick off the summer season at Sequoia Grove with Winemaker Jesse Fox. This event will include a welcome reception and a multi-course seasonal pairing menu expertly prepared by Chef Britny. Share conversation and learn more from the leadership working behind the scenes every day to make Sequoia Grove a world-class producer of exceptional wines and experiences.

5-8:30pm, RSVP required. Only 30 seats available. $275 Per Person | $225 Per Member concierge@sequoiagrove.com

JUNE

28th Annual Taste of Howell Mountain

Charles Krug Winery, St. Helena Indulge yourself in world-class wines from 50 Howell Mountain wineries at the 28th Annual Taste of Howell Mountain wine tasting and auctions! $200, 12-5pm, www.howellmountain.org

Come for a wine experience while taking in acoustic performances by local musicians. Book a 90-minute tasting on select Sundays between 2 and 5pm to secure your spot. RSVP www.priestranchwines.com, 707-944-8200

JUNE

TASTE OF SONOMA

Kendall-Jackson Wine Estate & Gardens

Santa Rosa

Walk-around wine tasting, guided wine seminars, garden tours, premium wine experiences, food trucks, themed lounges and more!

Taste wines from 100+ wineries, refuel at complimentary food trucks and relax at themed lounges. The lineup will also include a walkaround wine tasting, guided wine seminars, garden tours, beer garden, premium wine experiences and more!

Get your tickets now at tasteofsonoma.com

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JUNE Music on the Patio

Cline Cellars, Sonoma

Favorite local artists perform on the patio. clinecellars.com/events

JUNE

Sip & Sway Sunday Music Series with Simon Melrose Duo Muscardini Cellars, Kenwood

Grab your friends and bring a picnic, order an exclusive charcuterie boards, or leave it to them to host your perfect afternoon outing with a Pairable Picnic basket. 2-4pm, www.muscardinicellars.com

JUNE

Father’s Day BBQ and Activities

The Meritage Resort and Spa, Napa

Celebrate dad this year with a BBQ Brunch on The Lawn with brisket, pulled pork , fl at iron carving, chicken, spicy links, and fan-favorite sides plus fun activities.

Bourbon tasting by Jefferson Bourbon; Tomahawk Ax Throwing competition hosted by New West Knife Works; virtually play The Country Club in Brookline, Massachusetts (home to the 2022 U.S. Open) via Dryvebox; a Zeppelin Comics pop-up shop; complimentary chair massage from Spa Terra; live music with artist Tamelier and Funk (features Jeff Tamelier from Jefferson Starship and Tower of Power), a surprise visit from Marvel and DC Comics Characters.

$67, $30 kids 4-13, 10am-4pm, www.meritageresort.com

JUNE

Blue Note Summer Sessions: St. Paul & The Broken Bones

Silverado Resort & Spa, Napa

Enjoy outdoor music near the 1st and 18th hole of Silverado’s PGA-certified championship golf course and just a short walk from the resort’s historic mansion.

$49-$139, 7pm, www.bluenotenapa.com

JUNE

Wines and Sunsets

Paradise Ridge Winery, Santa Rosa

Paradise Ridge wines paired with beautiful Russian River Valley sunsets while enjoying gourmet local food trucks and live music!

Food Truck: The Original Burgerdog • Music: Sean Carscadden Wines are available to purchase by glass or bottle.

$20, 6-8pm, www.prwinery.com/winery-events

JUNE

Meet The Artisans | Live Fire Dinner

Farmstead, St. Helena

Gather around a communal table for an intimate evening of Long Meadow Ranch wines and a farm-fresh feast prepared over an open fire by the very own culinary team. This unique opportunity will allow guests to meet and talk to the artisans behind Long Meadow Ranch. Benefits the Timothy W. Hall Foundation.

$195, 6:30-10pm, www.longmeadowranch.com

JUNE

Comedy on the Crush Pad: Comedian JJ Barrows Deerfi eld Ranch Winery, Kenwood

$32, $40/door if available, 6pm, www.crushersofcomedy.com

JUNE

Lobster Boil: A Summer Wine Country Feast

Markham Vineyards, St. Helena

Delight in juicy lobster, perfectly cooked potatoes, corn on the cob, tender artichokes, and hot links. Award-winning Merlot and other exceptional wines will be expertly paired with the wine country feast to take your taste buds to new heights. Don’t miss out on this unforgettable culinary journey!

$150-$175, 6-8:30pm, markhamvineyards.com

JUNE

Lobster Feast

Tedeschi Family Winery, Calistoga

Come for an exciting gathering with all the Tedeschi family members in the shaded walnut grove next to the estate Cabernet vineyard. Menul includes a whole lobster (complete with bib!), shrimp, sausage links, and more all poured down the center of the table prepared by Menegon Catering. Enjoy your feast with a glass or two of your favorite Tedeschi Family wine. After dessert, there will be finale tastings at a private bar with the family!

$165, 707-501-0668 or Steph@TedeschiFamilyWinery.com

JUNE

Release on the Riviera: A French Summer Celebration

Jordan Winery, Healdsburg

Experience the French Riviera at the Jordan Chateau and taste the new 2021 Jordan Chardonnay, 2019 Jordan Cabernet Sauvignon—Maggie’s first official vintage as head winemaker— and the 2017 Jordan Cabernet Sauvignon in magnum for the first time at the winery. This French Mediterranean event will feature a walk-around tasting with passed hors d’oeuvres, chateau lawn games, lively music and interactive food stations— all paired with Jordan wines and an enchanting alfresco setting. Transport yourself to the south of France for one afternoon. Limited availability.

$175, 1-4pm, www.jordanwinery.com

JUNE

Simmer Down Saturdays with Kerry Daly Band Muscardini Cellars, Kenwood

Simmer down with a glass of your favorite Muscardini Cellars wine while enjoying live music on the patio from some of your favorite local artists. $10 cover charge 6-8pm, www.muscardinicellars.com

JUNE

Sip and Sway Sunday Music Series with BoHoss Boogie Boys Duo Muscardini Cellars, Kenwood

Grab your friends and bring a picnic, order an exclusive charcuterie boards, or leave it to them to host your perfect afternoon outing with a Pairable Picnic basket. 2-4pm, www.muscardinicellars.com

JUNE

Bubbles and Crepes

Breathless Wines, Healdsburg

Visit a Parisian Crêperie where there is soothing music reminiscent of France. Enjoy a savory or sweet crêpe by Crêpes du Jour and a welcome pour of Breathless Sparkling Wine as you relax and indulge. Additional crêpes and bubbles available $25, 10am-12pm, www.breathlesswines.com

JUNE

Social Afternoon Tea

Ackerman Heritage House, Napa

Spend a leisurely afternoon enjoying traditional English tea with a Napa twist at an 1889 Victorian Estate. Enjoy tiers of delectable tea sandwiches, dainty tarts, savory bites, seasonal house-made jams and premium teas served on authentic antique china and sterling silverware carefully curated by Lauren Ackerman. $70, 11am-1pm www.ackermanfamilyvineyards.com

JUNE

Wines and Sunsets

Paradise Ridge Winery, Santa Rosa

Paradise Ridge wines paired with beautiful Russian River Valley sunsets while enjoying gourmet local food trucks and live music! Food Truck: Happy Cat Pizza • Music: Crescent Moonshine Wines are available to purchase by glass or bottle. $20, 6-8pm, www.prwinery.com/winery-events

JUNE

Winemaker Dinner Series by Santé

Featuring Alison Smith Story, Smith Story Wines

Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn, Sonoma

JUNE

Grown Ups Summer Camp Evenings

Dutton Estate Winery, Sebastopol

Garden Games • Bites • Wine • Toast Your Own S’mores

Enjoy those summer camp evenings, “grown ups” style... perfect for groups! This after hours summer series includes games like cornhole & giant jenga, toast your own s’mores, “summer camp” bites and wine by the glass. Additional glasses of wine for sale available.$45, includes 2 glasses of wine, bites, s’mores 5-7pm, www.duttonestate.com

Executive Chef Jared Reeves in partnership with some of Napa and Sonoma’s most renowned winemakers have come together for a series of dinners you won’t want to miss. Kick off the evening with a sparkling wine reception followed by a 4-course wine paired dinner hosted under the historic Water Tower. Limited seating available. 6pm www.fairmont-sonoma.com/events

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Sonoma County Wineries & Tasting Rooms

DOWNTOWN HEALDSBURG TASTING ROOMS

Banshee Wines

Blanchard Family Wines

BloodRoot Wines

Breathless Wines

Cartograph Wines

Coursey Graves

Devil Proof Vineyards

Ehret Family Winery

G&C Lurton

Gordian Knot

Hartford Family

Hawley Tasting Room & Gallery

Hudson Street Wineries:

• Burnside Road

• Owl Ridge

• Shippey Vineyards

• Willowbrook

Fort

Je˜ Cohn Cellars

La Follette Wines

Lioco Wine Company

Longboard Vineyards

Malm Cellars

Marine Layer

Matt Smith/Grapeseed

Murphy-Goode

Old Roma Station:

• Cole Ranch

• Es Okay

• Hart’s Desire Wines

• Leo Steen Wines

• Pezzi King Vineyards

• Rootdown

• Sapphire Hill Winery

Portalupi

Ramey Wine Cellars

Roadhouse Winery

Rockpile Vineyards

Sanglier Cellars

Seghesio

Selby Siduri

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BENNETT LANE WINERY

Home of 62 90+ Point Wines

• Garden Tasting • Reserve Garden Tasting

• Wine Blending Experience

3340 Hwy 128, Calistoga;

Reservations 1-877-MAX-NAPA

FRANK FAMILY VINEYARDS

Great Wine Happens Every Day

• Estate Tasting • Craftsman House Tasting

• Wines of Winston Hill Tasting

Reservations required, 707-942-0859

1091 Larkmead Lane, Calistoga

PRIEST RANCH WINES

Uniquely cultivated and unexpected

• Bacon & Wine Experience

• Bubbles & Bites Experience

• Food & Wine Pairing

Reservations required, 707-944-8200

6490 Washington St, Yountville

SEQUOIA GROVE WINERY

Some of the world's best Cabernet

• A Taste For Cabernet Wine & Food Experience

• Historic Barn Tasting • Cheese & Charcuterie

Reservations required, 707-339-5757

8338 St. Helena Hwy 29, Rutherford

BREATHLESS WINES

Celebrate

FERRARI-CARANO VINEYARDS & WINERY

• Taste in the Villa, Enoteca or on Il Terrazzo

• Stroll Acres of Lush Gardens

• Tours & Private Tastings by appt. 8761 Dry Creek Rd, Healdsburg; 707=433-6700

JEFF COHN CELLARS

A Rhône-centric boutique winery offering Rhône varietals and single-vineyard

Zinfandels. Seasonal tasting flights. 34 North St, Healdsburg; 707-938-8343

LEDSON WINERY

Extraordinary Hospitality

• Exquisite Atmosphere

• Impeccable Wines 7335 Sonoma Hwy, Kenwood; 707-537-3810

ST. FRANCIS WINERY & VINEYARDS

Celebrating Over 50 Years In Sonoma Valley

• Roving Vineyard Tour & Tasting Experience

• Tasting Flights

• Private Events

• Estate Pairings

100 Pythian Rd, Santa Rosa; 1-888-675-WINE

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your breathless moments with award-winning sparkling wine! • Sparkling & Still Wines • Cheese & Charcuterie • Caviar Picnic • Sabrage Experience 707 395-7300, 499 Moore Ln, Healdsburg WHITEHALL LANE WINERY • Premium, World-Class Wines • Excellent Hospitality • Napa Green Certified and Sustainable Practices Reservations required, 707-963-9454 x 101 1563 St. Helena Hwy S. (Hwy 29), St. Helena ANABA WINE • Pizza, Pinot, & Bocce (Friday-Sunday) • Sips & Sweets – Wine & Chocolate Tasting • Blend Like A Pro – Wine Blending Reservations required, 707-996-4188 62 Bonneau Rd, Sonoma V. SATTUI WINERY • Artisan Deli & Marketplace • Picturesque Picnic Grounds • Weekend BBQ & V. Sattui Food Truck Reservations required, 707-963-7774 1111 White Lane, St Helena Recommended Tasting Experiences Uncork the Best!
63 WHITEHALL NE WINERY Louis M Martini PRAGER WINERY & PORT WORKS Sutter Home Orin Swift Corison HALL Salvestrin Pestoni Family Beringer Charles Krug Flora Springs Merryvale/Starmont Long Meadow Ranch ADAMS Clif Family VGS Chateau Potelle Trujillo SPRING Trinchero Spottswood Grgich Hills Estate Provenance Kelham Davies (TheNightSaint) Anamoly Macauley Pahlmeyer Young Inglewood Lang & Reed Erosion LEWELLINGAVE WHITEHALLLANE Tres Sabores Del Dotto INGLEWOOD FULTON PRATT CHARTEROAK MADRONA POPE Varozza DOWDELLLN D DEERPARK LODI EHLERS Bennessere Allora AXR Ehlers Estate Brasswood Freemark Abbey Duckhorn Hunnicutt Faila Revana Markham Vineyard 29 William Cole Morlet Family St. Helena Winery Titus 29 128 Boeschen GRAYSON G VALLEJO Map is not to scale and parts are enlarged to show detail. Check ahead for hours and distances. Winery Tasting Rooms ST. HELENA Ballentine Calafia Cellars ROMBAUER MULBERRYST OAKCIR OAKCIR YOUNTST JEFFERSONST RSONS WASHINGTONST HING CALIFORNIADR DR ALIF 29 DOMAINECHANDON YOUNTVILLECROSSRD MADISONSNST WASHINGTONST SHINGT Jessup Cellars Tasting Gallery Stewart Cellars Tasting Room Bardessono Vineyards Hestan Vineyards Hope & Grace Chiarello Vineyards JCB Tasting Salon Perus Wine Company Hill Family Estate Silver Trident Winery Handwritten Priest Ranch Heron House Yountville Nord Estate Wines Domaine Chandon YOUNTVILLE Winery Tasting Rooms Map is not to scale and parts are enlarged to show detail. Check ahead for hours and distances. PRAGER WINERY & PORT WORKS Lang & Reed Monday-Friday 9-5:30 3379 Solano Ave, Napa • 707.257.1888 Wine Shipping Let us send your memories home! WINE SHIPPING STAGECOACH EXPRESS and company Mail • Shipping • Packaging • Copies Mail Box Rentals • UPS Open Monday-Friday 9-5:30 3379 Solano Avenue, Napa • 707.257.1888 FREE SHIPPING BOX WHEN SHIPPING Let us send your memories home! STAMPS SHIPPING PACKAGING COPIES MAIL BOX RENTALS UPS STAGECOACH EXPRESS and company IED PETRIFIEDD RD FOREST RD D ToSantaRosa To Geyserville ToClearlake FIRST ST WASHINGTO WAS N NGT 29 29 29 128 128 SECOND ST THIRD ST LAKE ST OAK ST LINCOLN AVE BERRY ST CEDAR STEVENSONWAPPO DUNAWEAL LANE LARKMEAD BALE LANE DIAMONDMTN BENNETT LANE TUBBS LANE LODI LANE BIG TREE EHLERS CALISTOGA BENNETT NE WINERY Venge Von Stasser Barlow Brian Arden Aubert Phifer Pavit Fairwinds Estate Paoletti Saviez Davis Tristant Clos Pegase Girard Mending Wall Olabisi Maldonado Picayune August Briggs Ehlers Estate Bennessere Allora Napa De Oro Larkmead FRANK FAMILY Madrigal Castello di Amorosa Constant Teachworth Twomey Joseph Cellars The Grade Romeo Tank Garage Envy/Carter Tamber Bey Chateau Montelena Vincent Arroyo Jericho Canyon Amici, Palisades Laura Michael Wines Rombauer Cami Maria Concetto Note: Many wineries are open by appointment only. Call ahead first.
64 Tedeschi Family LINCOLNAVE Trefethen Rudd Groth Caymus The Terraces V. SATTUI Mayacamas Mount Veeder TUBBSLANE LARKMEAD BALE LANE LODI POPE ST ZINFANDELLN. SKELLENGER LEWELL LEWELLING CONN CREEK RD MADISON YOUNT ST. YOUN SILVERADOTRAIL STATE LN Cardinale YOUNTVILLECROSSROAD OAD GALLERON To Clear Lake DUNAWEALLN DEERPARK PRATT TRINITYRD Raymond/JCB RUTHERFORDCROSSROAD To Clear Lake Plumpjack Vine Cli˜ Winery INGLEWOOD PETERSON Domaine Chandon HOFFMAN Corison HOWELLMTN DIAMOND MTN Inglenook Rutherford Ranch Hall Rutherford Miner Family Vineyards WASHINGTON SANITARIUM CRYSTAL SPRINGS Piña Napa Valley Far Niente MONEYRD Saddleback Cellars Mumm Napa Conn Creek ORCHARDAVE Jessup Larkmead Vineyards Barlow Saviez Hoopes Diamond Mountain Vineyard Goosecross Cellars Silenus Vintners Cli˜ Lede DEER PARK Chateau Montelena Clos Pegase Storybook Mountain Laura Michael Wines Hans-Fahden Envy Wines Carter Cellars POPEVALLEY FRANK FAMILY Ladera Adamvs Twomey Failla Viader Napa de Oro Duckhorn Ballentine Keenan School House SmithMadrone Cain Paloma Schweiger Schramsberg Trinchero Markham Vineyard 29 Barnett Vineyards Castello Di Amorosa William Cole Pestoni Family The Prisoner Wine Co. Grgich Hills Estate SEQUOIA GROVE Cakebread Foley Johnson Opus One Nickel & Nickel Alpha Omega Prager Louis M Martini Sutter Home Salvestrin Chase Family Frogs Leap Round Pond Tres Sabores Fleury Heitz Hall MEADOWOOD LANE CONNVALLEY RD M T VEEDER Allora Revana AXR Calafia Cellars Forman Spottswoode Kelham Pride Mountain Brehrens Family Stony Hill Tom Eddy Teachworth St. Helena Winery Gargiulo Paraduxx Kapcsandy Staglin Sky Wing Canyon Boyd Amizetta Seavey Buehler Aonair Paoletti Hope And Grace Hill Family Estate Godspeed ZD Wines WHITEHALL NE Rombauer BENNETT LANE WHITEHALLLANE Lake Hennessey William Harrison MANLEYBELLA OAKS Rutherford Hill FULTON Bell Wine C CALIFORNIA FORN LANGTRYR LANGTRYRD ST. HELENARD POPECANYON RD SPRING Charles Krug Elizabeth Spencer Beringer Ma(I)Sonry, RH Yountville Wine Vault Flora Springs EHLERS BUTTS CANYON RD SPRING MTN OAKVILLEGRADE Elyse DRY CREEKRD Swanson RUTHERFORDHILL TAPLINROAD CHARTEROAK Merryvale/Starmont HOWELLMTN HOWELLMTN GREENWOOD G GRANT MYRTLEDALE Bravante Arkenstone N.FORKCRYSTA PGS N.FORKCRYSTAL SPGS G Cook PINE WHITECOTTAGE Neal Family Cade Bremer Hunnicutt Jericho Canyon Kelly Fleming Wines Bennessere Phifer Pavitt Girard Venge Varozza Orin Swift Robert Mondavi OLD TOLL D RD Heibel Ranch Oakville Ranch Silver Trident V Wine Cellars Boesche Tristant Freemark Abbey Cosentino Provenance Beaulieu Vineyard Napa Cellars Silver Oak Pope Valley Winery Joseph Phelps LAWLEY August Briggs Blankiet Estate Peju Turnbull Ehlers Estate Joseph Cellars Brian Arden Honig St. Supéry Del Dotto
Valley Tayson Pierce Priest Ranch Brand Napa Valley VGS Chateau Potelle Madorom Wines Amici Cellars Merus/Altvs Anomaly Hestan Midsummer Cellars T-Vine Cellars Romeo Morlet Family Brasswood Pahlmeyer SUMMIT TRAIL SPRING MTN Tank Garage B Cellars Aubert PE PETRIFIEDFOREST RD OR FRANZVALLEYANZVALLEYSCHOOLRD SCHOOLRD Harris Estates 29 Davis Estates Titus Kenefick Ranch Vincent Arroyo WASHINGTON Olabisi Picayune AuburnJames Stewart JCB Chiarello Family Vineyards Mending Wall Burgess Anderson’s Conn Valley Wheeler Farms Wine To Santa Rosa 12 Ritchie Creek MADRONA Flying Lady OAKVILLE CROSSROAD Mira Davies Handwritten Maldonado The Grade Eisele Girard Tuck Becksto˜er Terra Valentine Villa Del Lago Villa Ragazzi 1881 Ghost Block Napa Wine Co Arrow & Branch Piazza Del Dotto Tate Night DOWDELL D Crocker & Star Sinegal Young Inglewood Macauley ADAMS Round Two Faust Lang & Reed ROSSI Erosion Bread & Wines Cami Art + Wine One Hope Knights Bridge Sullivan Long Meadow Ranch Quintessa SAGECAN HON Madrigal Spring Mountain Peacock Family Juslyn Eeden Clif Family Charter Oak Fantesca Trujillo Tasting Rooms Open To The Public Ma p is no t to scal e an d pa rt s ar e enla rged to show de ta il Chec k ahea d fo r hou rs an d di stan c es. PREFERRED WINERIES Black Stallion Yountville Oakville Rutherford St. Helena Spring Mtn. Diamond Mtn. Howell Mountain Chiles Valley Calistoga SUMMITLAKEDR FRIESENDROutpost O’Shaughnessy BUCKE CKEYE Summit Lake Black Sears Cimarossa BENNETT NE St. Helena Rutherford Oakville Yountville 29 128 128 29 29 128 128 Robert Craig Paradigm To Santa Rosa To Santa Rosa Calistoga Angwin Charbay Lokoya Tamber Bey Keever Dunn Maria Concetta SPENCERLN To Geyserville Alexander Valley
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Napa Valley Wineries & Tasting Rooms

NAPA’S RIVERFRONT RIVERFRONT

World-Class Restaurants & Boutique Shopping in the hear� of Downtown Napa

World-Class Restaurants & Boutique Shopping in the hear� of Downtown Napa

Ex�erience the Best Napa Valley has to Offer

...in the Hear� of Downtown Napa

DINING

Los Agaves Napa – Authentic Mexican food

Entrecot – A taste of t��e Argentinian cuisine

Morimoto Asia – Inventive, high-end Japanese fare & ar�f�l cocktails

Morimoto Napa – Wester�/Japanese cuisine by Iron Chef Masahar� Morimoto

Waterfront Seafood Grill – Fresh, qualit� seafood restaurant

SHOPPING

ÆRENA Gallery – Contemporar� ar� and sculpt�re; curiosities old and new

Helen Lyall – Some of the g�eatest desig�er clothing, shoes & accessories

Scott Lyall clothes for men – One-on-one ex�erience that fits ever�one’s lifest�le

Shoppe Twelve – Boutique clothing for ever� st�le

Shoppe Twelve Girl – Boutique clothing for girls

Sidestreet – Travel/shaving accessories, fine cigars, custom suits/shir�s SPECIALTY

Napa Valley Roasting Company – Freshly roasted specialt� coffee

Zuniga Optical – Lux�r� eye care shop

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