BY LAURIE JO MILLER FARR
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ALTERNATIVES TO TRADITIONAL WINE TASTING EXPERIENCES “A bottle of wine holds more philosophy than all the books in the world.” – Louis Pasteur JORDAN WINERY: LACE UP YOUR HIKING BOOTS Head for a beauty spot just a little bit north of Healdsburg. No doubt, Jordan Winery produces wonderful wines ... not to mention their signature picnics. There’s another highlight as well: vineyard hikes. Fresh air and beautiful views of mountains, woodlands, lakes, meadows and gardens are spread across the private 1,200-acre Jordan Estate. Begin at the Winery Chateau’s Bacchus Courtyard with a protein snack. Small groups of no more than 10 guests enjoy plenty of space to ensure social distancing on a three-hour guided loop hike of four miles. The moderate elevation change takes in 300 feet up to Jordan Vista Point with its sweeping panorama descending into the olive orchards, around the lake and cattle pasture to the chef’s garden and apiary. Return to the winery terrace for a charcuterie picnic with wine pairings at individual tables featuring Jordan Chardonnay and Jordan Cabernet Sauvignon. What to Know: Through Sept. 6 on Thursday through Sunday mornings by reservation. $110 per person. Jordan Vineyard & Winery, 1474 Alexander Valley Rd., Healdsburg, CA.
Jordan Chateau block vineyard tasting wine charcuterie
Jordan Chateau
PHOTOS COURTESY OF JORDAN WINERY
Jordan summer vineyard hike
Jordan Winery estate lake, Healdsburg
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