1023 WCTM

• Robert Mondavi Winery Opens Arch & Tower

• Don Eats! Late Nights

• Imagery Winery – Fine Wine Meets Fine Art

• The Kitchen at Priest Ranch

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World-class wines of elegance,

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 flavors of the wine. But don’t just take our word for 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, Chef Britny Maureze.

The Perfect Blend.

A TASTE FOR CABERNET WINE & FOOD EXPERIENCE – Taste exceptional wines reflecting Napa Valley AVAs paired with bites by wine and food expert Chef Britny Maureze (available Wednesday-Sunday)

CURRENT RELEASE TASTING – Explore a spectrum of current release Napa Valley wines in the historic Tasting Barn or a private patio table (weather permitting).

SINGLE VINEYARD TASTING – This tasting is designed for both the serious Cabernet Sauvignon aficionado and those who want a better understanding of how terroir influences the characteristics of 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.

www.sequoiagrove.com • 707-339-5757 concierge@sequoiagrove.com

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WHAT’S INSIDE

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Arch & Tower

A New Chapter for Robert Mondavi Winery

Downtown Napa has welcomed the newest expression of the legendary Robert Mondavi Winery with the opening of Arch & Tower. Here, guests can experience hosted wine and food pairings showcasing the best of the Napa Valley wine region.

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The Kitchen at Priest Ranch

Centered on fast casual food, with counter service only, breakfast items will be served earlier in the day, followed by lunch and dinner items.

Patio seating will be offered in the back, and on the only rooftop lounge in Yountville – sure to become the highlight of the long-awaited spot.

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ISSUE 10 | VOLUME 42

FEATURES

ON˛THE˛COVER

| ARCH˛&˛TOWER

A New Chapter for Robert Mondavi Winery

14 | Napa

Downtown Napa’s Ho est New Outdoor Oasis

16 | Imagery Estate Winery

Fine Wine Meets Fine Art

18 | Don Eats! Late Night Get Ready for Some Late-Night Fun

22 | The Kitchen at Priest Ranch

Serving Up Fast Casual Cuisine in Yountville

24 | Bricoleur Vineyards

A Rose by Any Other Name

26 | New and Notable

• NO|MA House Cafe & Collective

• Family Tree Collection, Sequoia Grove Winery

• Seasonal Experience, HALL Wines

• Pizza & Vino on Il Terrazzo

Ferrari-Carano

Vineyards & Winery

• Wine and Art Collaboration: Clif Family Wines & Reyna Noriega

28 | Discover Historic Sonoma Plaza

30 | Healdsburg Bubble Bar & Cuvée House

Sparkling Wine Bar to Open with its own AIRBNB

32 | Sonoma County Harvest Fair’s Grand Tasting

Celebrating 48 Years, October 14

34 | Healdsburg Crush Wine Tasting Event

Benefit for Boys & Girls Clubs

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36 | PREFERRED DINING

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31 | Breweries, Distilleries & Cider Houses

36 | Preferred Dining

42 | Things To Do

46 | Wine Country Calendar

56 | Tips on Wine Tasting

57 | Wine Boı le Sizes

62 | Recommended Wine Tastings

Wine Tasting Maps

58 | Sonoma County

Sonoma Valley, 60 Sonoma Plaza, 60 Glen Ellen, 60 Geyserville, 61 Santa Rosa, 61 Downtown Healdsburg, 61 Petaluma, 61

64 | Napa Valley Calistoga, 63 Yountville, 63 St. Helena, 63 Downtown Napa, 66

Iconic Winery Relocates to Downtown Napa Now Open

Arch & Tower

Experience Robert Mondavi Winery’s acclaimed wines and hospitality in new and unexpected ways.

Innovative culinary experiences paired with terroir-driven wines

• The Legend Lunch: Discover the wines of Robert Mondavi Winery paired with a menu derived from a modern expression on 1960s c˜assics – three courses locally sourced but internationally inspired.

• Napa Exploration: Explore the soul of Napa Valley through the tasting of four wines from The Estates Collection. Enjoy a complimentary culinary pairing inspired by the cuisine of the winery’s founding era of the 1960s in California.

• The Taste of To Kalon: Taste through five To Kalon Reserve wines exploring the one-of-a-kind elegance and finesse unique to To Kalon Vineyard. Enjoy a three-bite pairing inspired seasonally from the Arch & Tower Culinary team.

• Arch and Tower Apres: Sip and savor Robert Mondavi Winery’s fine wines by the g˜ass while re˜axing on the River Terrace. Pair your wine with snacks a ˜a carte, 4-7pm.

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A New Chapter for Robert Mondavi Winery

BY TANYA SEIBOLD

Downtown Napa has welcomed the newest expression of the legendary Robert Mondavi Winery with the opening of Arch & Tower this past August. Since 1966, the name Robert Mondavi Winery has been synonymous with warm hospitality and innovative winemaking, producing some of the finest Cabernet Sauvignon bottlings in the world from their internationally famous vineyard, To Kalon. Greek for “highest beauty,” To Kalon Vineyard and the wines produced from this iconic site in the Oakville district are the focus of this exciting project on 3rd Street. It’s also the new hospitality home for the next two years as the Robert Mondavi Winery property on Highway 29 is undergoing an extensive full-site renovation across all aspects of the business from winemaking and cellars to offices and hospitality venues.

its original architectural charm as Napa’s second oldest commercial building circa 1877, perfectly uniting Napa’s rich mercantile history with Mondavi’s pioneering spirit and vision. Here, a heritage of world-class winemaking meets modern elegance in an inviting space where guests can experience hosted wine and food pairings showcasing the best of the Napa Valley wine region.

Explore and Experience

A lucky handful of Napa’s cult wineries craft bottlings from To Kalon Vineyard so come explore each winemaker’s personal touch on this vineyard’s exquisite fruit in the To Kalon Collective Room. The dedicated space offers the opportunity to taste prestige wines from elite producers such as Schrader Cellars, Double Diamond, To Kalon Vineyard Company wines, and of course, Robert Mondavi Winery’s To Kalon Reserve tier wines. $225 per person, 90 minutes.

– ROBERT MONDAVI

“Walking through To Kalon, admiring its contours and vines, smelling the richness of its soil, I knew this was a very special place. It exuded an indefinable quality I could not describe, a feeling that was almost mystical.”

Arch & Tower is located in the beautifully renovated historic Borreo Building along the riverfront. Made of stone quarried from the Soda Canyon area, this landmark site preserves

Paying homage to the founding years of Robert Mondavi Winery, the Legend Lunch features the Estates Collection wines paired with a three-course tasting menu of 1960s classics reimagined for today’s modern palate. Ingredients are locally sourced and some internationally inspired but all will deliciously pair with Robert Mondavi Winery wines.

$165 per person, 90 minutes.

The Napa Exploration includes a tasting of Robert Mondavi Winery’s Estates Collection wines and an array of a la carte bites curated to complement the wines, including seasoned waffle fries with house made ranch crème fraîche and local trout roe or red wine braised beef croquettes. Enjoy this tasting while relaxing on Arch & Tower’s outdoor terrace or indoors overlooking downtown Napa.

$65 per person, 75 minutes

Sip and savor Robert Mondavi Winery’s fine wines by-the-glass while relaxing on the River Terrace or at the seated wine bar during their Golden Hour tasting. Offered from 4pm-7pm on select days (check their website for availability), the wine bar also features seasonal bites from an a la carte menu. Wines and bites priced per selection.

Wine club members can reserve a tasting where they can host friends and enjoy a curated tasting from the Estates portfolio. This memberonly tasting is complimentary for up to four people. Elevate your tasting experience with additional a la carte food pairings from the culinary team for an added fee. Book your experience online with your email address associated with your wine club membership or contact the Wine Club at wineclub@robertmondaviwinery.com or call 888-7666328 ext. 3. For wine club members only.

Reservations Required. Duration: 90 minutes

With convenient proximity to most downtown Napa lodgings, Arch & Tower also provides intimate Event Spaces with all-inclusive packages that can make your vision of a gathering to wine country a reality. Perfect for weddings, corporate meetings, or memorable private dinners, reserve the entire historic building to extend your Robert Mondavi Winery hospitality experience and enjoy the breathtaking sunset over the Napa River. Contact: Events@RobertMondaviWinery.com.

ARCH & TOWER

OPEN WEDNESDAY-SUNDAY

930 3rd Street, Napa Reservations 888-766-6328 ext. 2 • robertmondavi.com

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NAPA YARD

Napa Yard-Oxbow Garden, the new culinary destination and agricultural outdoor oasis nestled along the Napa River in downtown Napa, is now fully open with the completion of the Garden Kitchen and Yard N’ Go Market. A Beer Garden-Distillery-Restaurant-Wine TastingEvent space, situated amongst 3.5 acres of trees, orchards, and organic gardens, Napa Yard invites guests to immerse themselves in the beauty of the outdoors and indulge in a new range of offerings.

“Napa Yard’s new Garden Kitchen and the introduction of the Yard N’ Go Market, embody our passion for creating exceptional culinary experiences,” said Chef Daniel Tellez, executive chef at Napa Yard. “We are excited to provide our guests with diverse ways to engage with our farm-to-table concept, whether they choose to dine-in, take our farmfresh food home, or join us for a unique garden dining experience.”

Representing a new chapter in Napa Yard’s culinary journey, the Garden Kitchen celebrates the harmony between nature’s bounty and gastronomic delights. Sourced directly from the onsite gardens which produce a bounty of fresh, seasonal ingredients - some of which were part of the original project of Copia that was created by Robert Mondavi - and carefully selected purveyors, the evolving menu changes weekly and every ingredient reflects a celebration of the region’s abundant harvests, presented in imaginative and flavorful culinary creations. Surrounded by lush greenery and beautiful flora under the outdoor pavilions, the Garden Kitchen table service experience will be available through October, Friday-Sunday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., as well as for dinner on Thursday from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m.

In addition to the new Garden Kitchen experience, guests are also able to order from the expansive Beer Garden Menu. Chef Tellez has crafted a fresh take on California-inspired garden to plate food, with all day menu favorites such as Shrimp Cocktail, Miso Dip & Spring Crudites, Beef Birria Tacos and a Smash Burger. The bar offers a garden influenced

cocktail program developed by the onsite distillery, Concordia Spirits, along with a large selection of craft beers on tap and curated wine flights. The beverage features an assortment of fresh garden cocktails including the Boozé Frosé, Oaxacan Love Song, Beet Negroni, Jacky’s Sweet Tea and Gerard’Z Buzz which features honey from the on-site hives and Concordia Spirit’s Coda Gin.

The new Yard N’ Go Market features products from local artisan vendors including coffee from Barnhouse, a variety of products from Napa Nuts, honey from Gerard’Z Honeybees and fresh pastries from Winston’s along with housemade BBQ sauce and salsa from Napa Yard, pickled vegetables from the gardens along with Napa Yard branded merchandise. The market is open on Friday through Sunday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Napa Yard is a beloved culinary destination dedicated to providing farm-to-table dining experiences that embrace the essence of locally sourced, sustainable ingredients. With a passion for culinary creativity, Napa Yard will be hosting Pop-up Wednesday events each week, offering a variety of vendors including hand crafted smoked meats in Central Texas style from Sticky Business Barbeque; and wood-fired pizza from Fancy Savage Cuisine. Featuring 3.5 acres of event space, the property boasts a wine shed, offering curated tastings, along with a harvest table by the river that can seat 50 people for private dinners. Pig roasts, paella parties, cocktail classes, and other personalized and curated experiences can be booked for up to 300 guests.

Designed by Frame Ventures and artist Michael Brennan, the Napa Yard-Oxbow Garden space exudes casual sophistication in a laid-back atmosphere. The property

features repurposed shipping containers, originally sourced from the Yard at Mission Rock in the parking lot of Oracle Park (home of the SF Giants) which are now utilized for the kitchen, bar, and storage area. Redwood and Douglas Fir salvaged from wildfires have been locally milled and incorporated throughout the property for tables and benches.

To experience the new Garden Kitchen and to explore the offerings of the Yard N’ Go Market, visit Napa Yard at 585 1st Street in downtown Napa. Reservations for the Garden Kitchen are encouraged and can be made in advance on OpenTable. www.napayard.com

Photos by Paige Green

Fine Wine Meets Fine Art

Founded as a collaboration between Winemaker Joe Benziger and Artist Bob Nugent in 1987, Imagery Estate Winery is a marriage of art and wine. Unique varietals with a twist such as Lagrein, Malbec, Primitivo, Tannat, Viognier, and Albariño are produced along with California favorites such as Cabernet, Chardonnay, Merlot, and white blends. Their wines not only reflect artistry on the inside of the bottle but on the outside label as well. For each wine, every vintage will receive a different commissioned artwork to be featured as the label. The original canvas is then received into their gallery collection onsite with pieces showcased on rotation throughout the tasting room.

The common thread uniting each label is the requirement each artist incorporate a Parthenon into the piece. Often small and obscure, it pays homage to a hand-drawn sketch

Bob once made of a smaller replica Parthenon located at Benziger Winery. The nod to this iconic structure connects the two properties and two generations of family winemaking. An adaptation of the original sketch can be found on their flagship Bordeaux Blend, Pallas. Unlike their other wines, the label for this special bottling remains constant for each vintage.

Now leading the charge at Imagery are two dynamic and accomplished young women: Jamie Benziger and Kara Lynae de Lambert . With the last name of Benziger, Jamie knew she had big shoes to fill when her father Joe retired from Imagery Estate in 2017. While completing her marketing and wine business degrees at Sonoma State University, she interned at Gundlach Bundschu, St. Francis Winery, and did a harvest in New Zealand. But it was working in the lab at Benziger and being mentored by her father which affirmed

BY TANYA SEIBOLD

her calling. Her first release, a Tempranillo Rosé, sold out in two months, and her portfolio of wines and recognition have grown with each vintage.

Kara Lynae de Lambert, Imagery Curator: Kara’s background in art history and arts management lead her to Imagery Estate where creative expression has been at the forefront of each bottle since the winery’s inception. Over the past ten years, Kara has managed the winery’s Artistry Label Program commissioning emerging and established artists for the wine label brand. A staggering total of 700 pieces from 400 artists will grace the front label of 30 unique bottlings per year. Kara selects the artists whose works are varied in medium, techniques, and expression and then she and Jamie taste together while viewing the submissions to find the right expression for that varietal and vintage.

Taste and View

The tasting room offers a wide variety of tastings experiences and walk-ins are welcome. The pinnacle of their tastings is the Collections Tasting with Gallery Tour. Here, you will be immersed in the fine arts and fine wine. This intimate, seated, and semi-private experience highlights their most coveted small lot wines and includes the story behind each label. Includes hosted gallery tour and seated exploration of five unique wines led by one of their seasoned wine specialists.

Available Friday-Sunday at 10¯30am, 1pm, and 3pm; on Mondays at 10¯30am and 1pm. $60 per guest; $48 for wine club members.

Bocce & Bottle Service

Gather friends and family to savor a glass of one of Imagery’s unique wines while you enjoy a private game of bocce at their recently renovated lawn area. Your experience is hosted by a knowledgeable wine specialist who will share insights into their uncommon varietals, blends, and artwork. Available Thursday-Monday from 10¯30am. Reservations required. $50 per guest; $40 for wine club members. Includes one glass of wine per person. Additional wine and food options are available for purchase in the tasting room or pack a picnic as outside food is allowed.

Imagery Estate Winery

OPEN THURSDAY-MONDAY

14335 Highway 12, Glen Ellen, CA 95442 707-935-3000 | imagerywinery.com

Jamie Benziger:

• Wine Enthusiast’s 2019 Tastemaker 40 Under 40

• 2019 Best Women Winemaker, International Women’s Wine Competition

Jill Benziger, VIP Hospitality Ambassador, with Jamie Benziger and Kara Lynae de Lambert

D°˛ ˙ at˘! LATE NIGHT

When making a trip to wine country, the main goal of most is to experience the wine and food this area is famous for. But there’s more … lots more. After the sun sets and you’ve had a memorable dinner, get ready for some late-night fun. Here are some thoughts for extending your wine country day into late night, or the wee hours of the morning.

BY DON SONDERLING

Ace and Vine | Napa

Located on the Napa River, Ace and Vine is a premier gaming and dining destination. Play a variety of card games, such as three-card poker, Baccarat, California Blackjack, and others. Open 24/7, fun and action is non-stop. Grab a late-night dinner or snack at the newly opened American gastropub, The Lincoln Napa. Play, eat, and sip back in a welcoming locale anytime day or night. Come visit while in Napa and try your hand at “lady luck.”

The Fink | Napa

The Fink, recently opened at the Napa River Inn, is a cocktail lover’s dream. Owner Judd Finkelstein (of Judd’s Hill Winery) has upped the cocktail game! You find world-class wines in Napa, so why not world-class cocktails? Here, cocktails and decor reflect the history of the original boathouse once a part of the Historic Napa Mill. Try a house cocktail, such as the Scotch Cobbler, or a Fog Cutter from the LA to the Bay selection, or get adventurous with an Old Cuban from Gotham City. Should you be in the mood for a little side snack, there is a secret food menu (shhhh!), just ask your server. This is truly “a neighborhood bar for the world traveler.”

The Haven | Napa

The Haven Cocktail Lounge at The CIA at Copia is a brand-new secret getaway in Napa’s Oxbow District. Kick back, and get ready for a new Napa adventure, as you enter the bar via a secret passage! Savor creative cocktails like The Ritz, Bourbon Milk Punch, or Chicago Fizz, accompanied by small bites, prepared over the CIA’s live fire. Among the menu choices are charbroiled oysters, grilled anchovy toast, and other bites. Blend it all together enjoying an eclectic mix of global music, including Euro, Afro Pop, new jazz, and Latin. The Haven is certain to be an instant destination. Open 8pm-midnight, Friday and Saturday.

JaM Cellars | Napa

JaM Cellars is eclectic, fun, hopping, and all about wine and music! Plan late night to jam at JaM Cellars in Downtown Napa, in their wine and music studio. Open seven days a week, (with nightly music Thursday-Saturday), this is quite the wine and music JaM session, rocking downtown Napa. Sip, enjoy small bites, and kick back to the “music-driven wine vibe.” And for more music, JaM sponsors the JaM Cellars Ballroom where shows and concerts play in the old Napa Opera House, (now known as Blue Note Napa).

The Beacon | Sonoma

The Beacon Cocktail Bar, inspired by the Roaring ’20s and age of the speakeasy, is a “go to” destination cocktail lounge. Put on your finest when you go for a late-night beverage at this intimate and classy retreat. Explore creative signature cocktails like Mother Teresa and Duck a l’orange, or a classic martini, negroni, or margarita. Choose from an assortment of top-drawer beers, wines, and spirits, accompanied by a select assortment of bar snacks. Open Wednesday through Sunday until 10pm, Friday and Saturday until 11pm. This is the place to extend your wine country day with your special someone or close friends, in a relaxed, chic, and intimate atmosphere.

JUDD FINKELSTEIN

PHOTO BY BUNNIE FINKELSTEIN

PHOTO BY KENNY KIM

Duke’s Spirited Cocktails | Healdsburg

Dukes Spirited Cocktails is the place to go in Healdsburg when the ‘spirits’ move you! Since 1933 creative, enticing cocktails have been served from this historic building. Revitalized in 2016, Duke’s is a wellknown watering hole for locals and visitors alike.

As Duke’s states about ingredients, they use: “If we can make it or grow it ourselves, we will. If we can’t we will make sure it is the best we can buy.” Come visit and enjoy a Cucumber Cooler, Fool’s Paradise, Hot Boi Summer, or any of a variety of creative signature cocktails, including wine, and beer offerings.

Open Monday-Wednesday, 4-11pm, Thursday 4pm-Midnight, Friday, 4pm-2am, Saturday noon-2am & Sunday noon-midnight. Cheers to late nights at Duke’s.

Graton Casino | Rohnert Park

Graton Casino is Sonoma County’s entertainment destination. Whether you go for the food, drinks, games of chance or just to unwind after a day of wine tasting and dining, Graton Casino is open for your enjoyment 24 hours a day. Enjoy your choice of adult beverages at The Sky, a magnificent 360-degree bar in the center of the casino, open until 2am. Check out the live entertainment events, savor a delectable meal in one of the several specialty restaurants, and of course, try your hand at any of a variety of card and table games, and slots of course! There is no reason to end your wine country day early…. visit Graton Casino for action, food, wine, entertainment, and relaxation. Late night, any night!

Murphy’s Irish Pub | Sonoma

Murphy’s is the place to go for drinks, food, music, fun, games, and meeting new people! Irish-owned, the pub features a variety of adult beverages, specializing of course in Irish-themed drinks, with specials such as Irish Coffee, Guinness, or Jameson whiskey. The seasonally changing menu offers traditional Irish pub fare, plus creative food with a twist, such as Irish nachos. Enjoy live music every night (except family game night on Tuesday); voted “best place to listen to live music” by Sonoma’s People’s Choice Awards. Come drink, eat, party, and enjoy game night, trivia night (longest running Trivia Night North of the Golden Gate Bridge – 29 years), or maybe try your version of “When Irish Eyes are Smiling,” during open-mic night. Murphy’s is open Sunday-Thursday until 11pm, and Friday/Saturday until ‘last call’ (about 1¯30am), the kitchen closes earlier. Get your Irish on at Murphy’s!

River Rock Casino | Geyserville

River Rock Casino in Geyserville welcomes you 24/7! Late night or early morning, come join the fun. Whether you are looking for a variety of games of chance and slots, live entertainment, and resident DJs on Friday and Saturday nights (8¯15 pm-12¯15 am) or looking to enjoy good food (such as a seafood buffet or prime rib night), there is ALWAYS something going on so you can “rock out” at River Rock!

When the day is done, get ready for late night in wine country. Whether it’s craft cocktails, a trip back to the roaring 20s, a JaM session with wine, trying to beat Lady Luck, or just sipping back enjoying music, entertainment, (more) good food, and people … enjoy a variety of late-night fun in Napa and Sonoma counties.

Don Sonderling is a freelance writer covering California’s wine country lifestyle from the Central Coast to Napa Valley. He may be reached at donsonderling@gmail.com.

The Best Leftover Turkey Pot Pie for After Thanksgiving

BY MARISA MCCANN

Who isn’t grateful for all the Thanksgiving leftovers after the year’s most celebrated meal concludes? There’s no better way to enjoy Thanksgiving extras than with Chef Christina Machamer’s delicious and easy Leftover Turkey Pot Pie recipe.

This recipe is best crafted using homemade chicken stock or a high-quality chicken bone broth, as it adds a unique depth of flavor. In chef’s kitchen, she makes chicken stock in large batches and freezes it in quart sized containers until needed. Pot pie can be frozen, unbaked, for up to 2 months and cooked directly from frozen until it reaches an internal temperature of 165°F. This can take close to 2 hours in the oven. For your crust, Chef suggests using your favorite pie crust recipe or purchase 2 prepared pie crusts (like she would).

For red wine lovers, there’s no better match than Pinot Noir for the succulent flavor and creamy texture of this hearty dish. Frank Family 2021 Carneros Pinot Noir has bright acidity, as well as extreme versatility, not only making it a solid wine for pairing with turkey, but also the flaky pie crust and mixed vegetables that come together in this comfort food classic.

INGREDIENTS

• 1/3 cupunsalted butter

• 1/3 cupchopped onion

• 1/3 cup all purpose flour

• 1/2 teaspoon diamond crystals kosher salt

• 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

• 1 & 3/4 cups homemade chicken stock

• 1/2 cup whole milk

• 2 & 1/2 cups shredded leftover turkey or chicken

• 1/4 teaspoon Kosher salt

• 2 cups frozen vegetables (thawed)

METHOD

Heat oven to 425°F. Prepare pie crusts as directed on box for two-crust pie using 9-inch glass pie pan.

In a large saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Add onion and sauté until translucent, approximately 2 minutes. Stir in flour, salt, and pepper until well incorporated. Gradually stir in stock and milk, cooking and stirring until it begins to boil, and sauce is thickened.

Stir in chicken and mixed vegetables. Remove from heat. Spoon chicken mixture into crust-lined pan. Top with second crust; seal edge and flute. Cut slits in several places in top crust to allow steam to escape.

Brush top crust with egg white, sprinkle with salt and pepper.

Bake 30 to 40 minutes or until crust is golden brown and internal temperature reaches 165°F. If crust starts to get too dark in color during final stages of baking, loosely cover with aluminum foil. Let stand 5 minutes before serving.

Serving Up Fast Casual Cuisine in Yountville

BY LAURA NESS

Residents and visitors alike are looking forward to the coming of The Kitchen at Priest Ranch in downtown Yountville, opening early this month. Centered on fast casual food, with counter service only, the spot will serve breakfast items earlier in the day, followed by lunch and dinner items. Patio seating will be offered in the back, and on the only rooftop lounge in Yountville – sure to become the highlight of the long-awaited spot.

Executive Chef Dan Solomon caught us up on his plans for the new facility which is gradually taking shape next door to the Priest Ranch tasting room at 6488 Washington Street in Yountville. The once empty space is slowly being transformed into a cozy haven for grabbing a quick casual meal, a to-go breakfast, lunch or picnic, and a fun place to enjoy dinner and a bottle of wine, overlooking this gorgeous little slice of Napa County heaven.

“Yountville really needs something like what we’re

Executive Chef Dan Solomon

offering,” says Chef Dan, who has been doing popular popup dinners on Thursday evenings while construction continues. “People are constantly dropping in to ask when we are going to open.” They’re looking forward to the house burgers, topped with special house sauce, housemade pickles and locally sourced “American cheese,” something Solomon calls good old fashioned comfort food. He plans to source the burger buns from Bouchon, and is looking to source other baked goods from local purveyors. “Eventually, I’d really love to hire a baker and do everything in-house!” says Solomon, but that’s a project for the next phase.

The fries, with their tender baked potato interior and crispy exterior, are sure to be a hit, the staff assures me. They’ve been checking out all the offerings as Solomon has been developing the menu, which includes three breakfast items, among them the Two by Four featuring eggs, bacon, hashbrowns and toast; the Gas Station sandwich and the Loaded Latke. Lunch will feature a fried chicken sandwich, the house burger, ham panini and three salads, including a Caesar. “I’m planning on doing salads seasonally, and hopefully we get open in time to do a panzanella with tomatoes!” He’s got a great tomato soup recipe, so expect to see a grilled cheese sandwich joining the menu at some point. “I love food that is homey and nostalgic,” says Solomon. “We’re leaning into cuisine that’s easy to eat and made from the best possible ingredients.”

For those looking for a more hearty meal, there will be steak frites, vegetarian pasta and a fish dish, along with the chef’s special. He plans to keep the total menu to about 14 items, with weekly additions driven by what’s fresh and in season. “We’ll have a limited number of those items, probably 15 servings

daily,” says Solomon. The space is tiny, so ordering must be done with efficiency in mind. But that won’t stop him from sourcing from the best purveyors: he already gets his amazing pork belly used in the famous Priest Ranch Bacon and Wine experience — which by the way, is so totally worth it — from Baker’s Bacon.

Priest Ranch Marketing Director, Melissa Jackson, tells us they will have half bottles available to enjoy at the Kitchen, as well as to go. “We are first and foremost a winery,” says Solomon, who hails from Oswego, Illinois. “Our food will certainly be designed to pair well with our most food friendly wines, like the Cabernet Sauvignon and The Peacemaker.”

In the grab-n-go area, there will be salads, sandwiches, cookies and premade charcuterie boards. Solomon is looking for bakery partners to augment the sweet tooth items.

“I am very focused on what is happening in front of us, but I am always keeping an eye on the future,” says Solomon, who attended culinary school in Chicago and worked at several restaurants there before coming to Napa. “Step 1 is just getting open!”

“Yountville really needs something like what we’re offering... People are constantly dropping in to ask when we are going to open.” CHEF DAN SOLOMON

BRICOLEUR VINEYARDS

OPEN THURSDAY-MONDAY 11AM-5PM

(Closed Tuesday & Wednesday)

7394 Starr Road, Windsor Reservations 707-857-5700

www.bricoleurvineyards.com

BRICOLEUR VINEYARDS A Rose by Any Other Name

BY JODY PURDOM

Isla Rose is a pretty name in and of itself. Pair it with wine, and it grows even more beautiful. Combine it further with October’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month and it becomes a vintage with its own power.

Bricoleur Vineyards’ Isla Rose Brut Rosé is just that wine. A critically acclaimed rosy sparkler named for the two-year-old daughter of Bricoleur Vineyards’ co-Founder and COO Sarah Hanson Citron, the wine is topping the tasting menu for October.

Citron, just 33, has been diagnosed with breast cancer and is facing this critical challenge with grace, strength, and the support of her close-knit family. The Hansons founded Bricoleur Vineyards to keep friends close and family closer. This wine is a testament to their latest challenge.

Throughout the month of October, Bricoleur Vineyards will donate $5 from every purchase of Isla Brut Rosé to the VFoundation. For every case, the Hansons will make a matching $60 donation to the same Foundation.

Bricoleur Vineyards’ newly launched “Sip with Purpose” campaign will continue for a year. October will focus on Breast Cancer Awareness and the V Foundation. Founded in 1993, the V Foundation seeks to fund cutting-edge research to help finally declare victory over cancer and has been instrumental in raising funds for cancer research through their annualºSonoma Epicureanºevent.ºTo date, the V Foundation has granted more than $310 million for cancer research, and has personally been vital in helping Sarah and her family through the early stages of her diagnosis.º

Generous philanthropists, the Hansons will also donate a portion of ticket sales from their October events at the winery to the V Foundation. See the website for event details and dates.

SARAH HANSON CITRON, ISLA ROSE, BETH HANSON, AND MARK HANSON

Bricoleur Vineyards Partners with Sur La Table

Other events with Bricoleur Vineyards include a first-in-the-country partnership with Sur La Table. This inaugural series of six wine and food pairing classes launched in August and runs through the end of October at Sur La Table in Santa Rosa’s Montgomery Village. Featuring wine pairings from Bricoleur Vineyards, this exciting collaboration is a natural fit as both teams are passionate about cooking, entertaining, and bringing people together.

Founded in 1972 in Seattle, Sur La Table has been offering cooking classes since 1996 and has 56 stores across the country. Bricoleur Vineyards opened in Sonoma County in 2020 and, in a short time, has amassed a stellar team that includes culinary advisor and James Beard Award-winning chef Charlie Palmer, and winemaker Bob Cabral, the first winemaker to make a 100-point North American Pinot Noir. Bricoleur Vineyards has a robust culinary program and is known for its unique wine and food pairings, which draw upon the bounty of their sustainably farmed culinary garden at the winery.

For more information on Isla Rose Brut Rosé, Breast Cancer Awareness Month, the V Foundation, or Bricoleur Vineyards’ partnership with Sur La Table, visit the website at www.bricoleurvineyards.com.

Remaining Wine & Food Pairing Classes

• TOURING TUSCANY

October 12th, 7-9pm, $110pp

Menu expertly paired with wines from Bricoleur Vineyards: Roasted Tomato and Olive Crostini, Grilled Steak with Rosemary and Garlic, Creamy Polenta with Pecorino and Wild Mushrooms, Dark Chocolate-Espresso Budino.

• PARISIAN STEAKHOUSE

October 26th, 7-9pm, $110pp

Menu expertly paired with wines from Bricoleur Vineyards: Cast Iron Steak with Red Wine Sauce, Truffle Mashed Potatoes, Pear and Hazelnut Salad with Champagne Vinaigrette, finished with an Espresso Chocolate Mousse with Whipped Cream

www.bricoleurvineyards.com

Bubbly Hour - Friday, Oct. 13th

Start the weekend right with live music and a bubbly or two. 5-7pm, October 13th.

Bubbles & Crêpes - Sunday, Oct. 28th

Relax and enjoy a savory or sweet crêpe by Crêpes du Jour, soothing live music, and a welcome pour of Breathless Bubbly. $25, 10am-12pm, children welcome.

Breathless vs Champagne Showdown

3 Breathless Sparkling wines will go up against 3 Champagnes in a blind tasting!

FOR DETAILS: WWW.BREATHLESSWINES.COM/EVENTS

Enhance your Tasting Experience

Cheese & Charcuterie – by local artisans. Caviar Picnic – Wild-caught American Hackleback Sturgeon caviar, organic locallycrafted Cowgirl Creamery crème fraîche and gourmet potato chips.

Sabrage Experience – Open a bottle of champagne using impact from an Italian Saber.

· Fleur Sauvage – Enjoy local bonbons from Top-10 Pastry Chef in America, Chef Nieto. Turn your tasting into a Sparkling & Chocolate pairing experience!

What'sNew and Notable!

Seasonal Experience HALL WINES

New in St. Helena NO|MA HOUSE CAFE & COLLECTIVE

Ann Backen has creatively reimagined the concept of shop + eatery by creating a chic, inspiring hub where guests can gather, eat, talk, shop, work and learn. The café offers simple foods that are nourishing and comforting. The retail shop features a variety of globally sourced home furnishings (vintage and new), found objects, and welldesigned items, with a focus on highlighting female led, sustainable and socially responsible makers and brands.

nomahousecafeandcollective.com

For a limited time, this semi-priavate tasting, in the newly appointed Loft of the hisotic Bergfeld Building showcases HALL’s highest-rated Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon wines. HALL produces wines from 13 of the 16 Napa Valley Appellations including some of the Valley’s most sought-after regions such as Stags Leap, Rutherford, Howell Mountain, Mount Veeder, Diamond Mountain and more. The wines are paired with seasonal bites that include an assortment of local cheeses, seasonal jams and artisanal crackers by Napa-based chef, Ally Schultz. The historic Bergfeld winery, originally constructed in 1885, was one of the first winemaking facilities in Napa. Visitors to this iconic space will experience the stunning views and historic architecture

www.hallwines.com/hall-bergfeld

Family Tree Collection SEQUOIA GROVE WINERY

Perhaps you have heard the story – the beloved Cabernet Sauvignon grape variety – the grape we all love so dearly across Napa Valley – came to be as a result of natural cross pollination of other grapes within the wine grape family known of as Vitis Vinifera. Sequoia Grove Winery is offering the two parent wines, Cabernet Franc and Sauvignon Blanc, along with their offspring, Cabernet Sauvignon, in a trio of impeccable winemaking and heritage: The Family Tree Collection. Taste the heritage!

sequoiagrove.com/product/family-tree-collection

Pizza & Vino on Il Terrazzo FERRARI-CARANO VINEYARDS & WINERY

With stunning views overlooking the vineyards, enjoy your choice of wood-fired pizza featuring ingredients fresh from the estate’s culinary garden along with a select bottle of Ferrari-Carano wine. A glass of Sangiovese-based Siena with Funghi pizza by the vineyards is a magical match made in heaven. Available Thursday-Saturday, 3-5pm $65 for 2 guests includes a select bottle of wine and one 12" pizza.

www.ferrari-carano.com/pizza-vino-on-il-terrazzo

Wine and Art Collaboration

CLIF FAMILY WINES & REYNA NORIEGA

Immerse yourself in the collaboration of delicious wine by Clif Family Wines and captivating art by visual artist Reyna Noriega. This limitedproduction is bold and that stands alongside the captivating and empowering artork on the label.

cliffamily.com/reyna-noriega-shop

Best Winery Tour

Discover Historic Sonoma Plaza

The historic Sonoma Plaza – once a Mexican military outpost, fleeting frontier republic, and Spanish Mission village – is now a gorgeous historic landmark and “slow” culture capitol. Sonoma Plaza radiates romance around every corner, cafe and cobblestone. Whether you’re here for a day trip or extended stay, Sonoma Plaza offers the picture-perfect start (and end) to your adventures. It’s a pedestrian paradise, so ditch the car keys and discover real wine country on foot or bicycle. The Plaza’s old adobe storefronts, meandering alleyways, sunlit courtyards and historic landmarks hum with an eclectic mix of restaurants, hotels, tasting rooms, cafes, artisan boutiques, galleries – even a vintage movie house. As for the nature lover, wildflower hikes and stunning hilltop vistas abound within just a short distance. Anchoring it all is the tranquil Plaza itself, whose vast green stretches of lawn and immense tree canopy create a lush setting for picnics, cultural activities and weekly farmers markets.

This Month at the Plaza

Sebastiani Theatre

• October 6 – Pete Floyd: With Full Laser Show

• October 8 – An Evening Grammy Nominee David Arkenstone

• October 13-15 – Music presented by Sonoma Valley Music Fest

• October 20 – Candlelight: An Evening of Halloween Classics

• October 21-24 – Witchie Poo Show

Sonoma Valley Museum of Art

• Through December 16 – Great Places, Great Spaces 2023

• Through January 7 – Richard Mayhew: Inner Terrain

Murphy’s Irish Pub

• L ive music nightly (except Tuesdays), Wednesdays: Game Night, Thursdays: Trivia

Sebastiani Winery

• October 6 – Friday Night Music Series: Kerry Daly Band

Sonoma Valley Certified Farmers Market

• Fridays 9am-12:30pm, 241 First St W

707-721-1405

Just o the south side of the square along vine alley.

Wines made by Philippe Melka

Sparkling Wines GSM & Syrah Pinot Noir Cabernet Franc

Courtesy of Sonoma Valley Visitors Bureau

HEALDSBURG’S FIRST SPARKLING WINE BAR TO OPEN WITH ITS OWN AIRBNB

Sisters with Winemaking and Culinary Backgrounds Create Multidimensional Healdsburg Bubble Bar & Cuvée House

Sisters with sensory-driven careers on opposite sides of the country are reuniting to open Healdsburg Bubble Bar & Cuvée House, a sparkling wine-exclusive tasting room and charming vacation rental located one block off the historic Healdsburg Plaza. Healdsburg resident Sarah Quider, who has been making wine in Northern Sonoma County for more than 25 years, is teaming up with her sister, Samantha Tilley, executive chef and owner of Mockingbird Kitchen & Bar in Litchfield, Conn., to follow their long-held dream of owning a business together. Cuvée House will begin accepting reservations on Airbnb this fall, and Healdsburg Bubble Bar is projected to open this winter.

A former athletic fashion designer with a deep passion for cooking, Tilley will move back to Sonoma County this fall to run the business after nearly 12 years at the trendy Mockingbird, while her younger sister, Quider, continues to work as Senior Vice President of Winemaking at Foley Family Wines. The two grew up in Petaluma.

“For years, we’ve talked about starting a winery together, but I already work as a winemaker, so I wanted to do something different,” says Quider, who has worked in Healdsburg since 1995 when she landed her first job at Ferrari-Carano Vineyards and Winery. “We both have this sensory part of our work—her in the kitchen and me in the cellar—so we’ve spent our adult lives talking about food and wine. When this special piece of property became available, it seemed like the perfect place for us to start a family business that combines our passions for wine and hospitality.”

Located inside a circa-1905 Victorian house across from three-Michelin-star SingleThread, the Healdsburg Bubble Bar is situated on the street level of the property, and Cuvée House is behind and above the tasting room. The home boasts classic Queen Anne-style architecture, and both spaces are being reimaged by Myra Hoefer Design of Healdsburg with chic, Parisian-flat flare. The two places also share an address: 134 North Street, Healdsburg, CA 95448. Cuvée House is one of only two homes in the heart of downtown Healdsburg available for short-term vacation rental bookings.

At Healdsburg Bubble Bar, the sisters plan to offer wine tasting by the flight, by the glass and by the bottle, as well as weekly educational wine tastings, a wine club and bottles to-go. Closed on Tuesdays, their petite tasting room will seat 14 people indoors and six outdoors, with service from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Prepared snacks will also be available. The wine list will feature sparkling wines from across the globe, with a special emphasis on small producers and grower Champagne.

“We want to pay homage to France, the birthplace of sparkling wine, with our wine list and our interior design,” says Tilley, who is working on a succession plan at Mockingbird,

which will allow her popular East Bantam-area restaurant to live on under new management.

The Cuvée House is light, bright and elegant, blending century-old bones with modern French-inspired design details, from the hardwood floors and the high ceilings’ intricate crown moulding to the mid-century light fixtures and VX-period upholstered armchairs. The home features two bedrooms, one bathroom, a living room with a grand bay window, a spacious dining room, and a petite kitchen with a breakfast nook. Because the building is zoned commercial, it’s one of the few properties that’s not an inn or hotel available for nightly rental in downtown Healdsburg, due to strict zoning and conditional use permit approval required. Cuvée House is available for $880 per night with a two-night minimum. Reservations will be accepted on Airbnb this fall.

Tilley will run both businesses, while her sister continues her path as a notable winemaker who has spent her entire career in the Healdsburg area. After working her way up to executive winemaker over 20 years at Ferrari-Carano, Quider joined Foley Family Wines in 2020 when it purchased the Carano family’s wine business. She is currently Senior Vice President of Winemaking for Foley, overseeing the company’s 16 wineries from Washington, Oregon and California.

Even though Quider has never made sparkling wine, it is often her wine of choice outside of work. “I love that it’s lower in alcohol and has a lot of acidity,” Quider says. “I’ve always enjoyed drinking sparkling wine, so I thought to myself, ‘Why not do something I love in my hometown that brings something we currently don’t have? We want to create a different kind of tasting room—a place that combines sparkling wine sharing, educational discovery and celebration in a charming setting.”

www.healdsburgbubblebar.com

Sarah Quider at Cuvée House (Lightspeed Films)

BREWERIES CIDER HOUSES DISTILLERIES

SONOMA COUNTY BREWERIES

• BA RREL BROTHERS BREWING COMPANY, Windsor

• CUVER , Windsor

• COO PERAGE BREWING COMPANY, Santa Rosa

• CORNER PROJECT ALES & EATS , Geyserville

• CR OOKED GOAT BREWING, Petaluma & Sebastopol

• FLAGSHIP TAPROOM , Windsor

• FO GBELT BREWING COMPANY, Santa Rosa

• HE NHOUSE BREWING COMPANY, Santa Rosa & Petaluma

• HO PMONK TAVERN SEBASTOPOL, Sebastopol & Sonoma

• IR ON OX BREWING COMPANY (Plow), Santa Rosa

• JU NCTURE TAPROOM, Santa Rosa

• LAGUNITAS BREWING COMPANY, Petaluma

• MO ONLIGHT BREWING COMPANY, Santa Rosa

• OLD CAZ BEER, Rohnert Park

• OLD POSSUM BREWING CO., Santa Rosa

• PA LOOZA BREWERY AND GASTROPUB, Kenwood

• PARLIAMENT BREWING COMPANY, Rohnert Park

• RU SSIAN RIVER BREWING COMPANY, Santa Rosa & Windsor

• SH ADY OAK BARREL HOUSE, Santa Rosa

• SO NOMA SPRINGS BREWING CO, Sonoma

• ST UMPTOWN BREWERY, Guerneville

• 3 DI SCIPLES BREWING, Santa Rosa

• WOLF HOUSE BREWING CO, Cloverdale

• WO ODFOUR BREWING COMPANY, Sebastopol

HARD KOMBUCHA

• HOOCHA HARD KOMBUCHA, Petaluma

SONOMA COUNTY CIDER HOUSES

• GO LDEN GATE CIDER CO., Sebastopol

• H ORSE & PLOW TASTING ROOM , Sebastopol

• POMME CIDER SHOP & TAP ROOM, Sonoma

• TILTED SHED CIDERWORKS , Windsor

SONOMA COUNTY DISTILLERIES

• ALLEY 6 CRAFT DISTILLERY, Healdsburg

• BARBER LEE SPIRITS , Petaluma

• ELK FENCE DISTILLERY, Santa Roa

• GR IFFO DISTILLERY, Petaluma

• HANSON OF SONOMA DISTILLERY, Sonoma

• MOYLAN’S DISTILLING CO. , Petaluma

• PR OHIBITION SPIRITS DISTILLERY, Sonoma

• SO NOMA BROTHERS DISTILLING, Windsor

• SO NOMA COAST SPIRITS, Petaluma

• SONOMA DISTILLING CO. , Rohnert Park

• SP IRIT WORKS DISTILLERY, Sebastopol

• YOUNG & YONDER SPIRITS , Healdsburg

NAPA VALLEY BREWERIES

• BERRYESSA BREWING COMPANY, Winters

• FIELDWORK BREWING , Napa

• MAD FRITZ BREWING TAPROOM , St. Helena (by appt.)

• NAPA SMITH BREWERY, Napa

• NAPA VALLEY BREWING COMPANY, Calistoga Inn

• ST. CLAIR BROWN , Napa

• TANNERY BEND BEERWORKS , Napa

• TRADE BREWING , Napa

NAPA VALLEY DISTILLERIES

• CALIFORNIA BRANDY HOUSE , Napa

• NAPA VALLEY DISTILLERY at Arbaretum, Napa

• NAPA VALLEY DISTILLERY - Oxbow Tasting Bar, Napa

Celebrating 48 Years

Sonoma County Harvest Fair’s Grand Tasting

Over 450 award-winning wines and foods showcase the bounty of the region

Taste the best of Sonoma County’s wine and food under one roof in one afternoon! Now in its fourth decade, the beloved Sonoma County Harvest Fair celebrates its highly anticipated Grand Tasting Event on Saturday, October 14th at 1 p.m.

This year’s adventure will take place in the Tasting Pavilion at the Sonoma County Fairgrounds, and promises to be a delicious journey through the county’s finest foods and wines, a chance to participate and watch the World Championship Grape Stomp, enjoy an art exhibit and a classic car show. Tickets are $75 per person, and a new VIP ticket is offered at $150. Tickets are available now at HarvestFair.org.

The Sonoma County Harvest Fair’s Grand Tasting Event offers guests the coveted opportunity to enjoy wines that received top scores in a rigorous and highly competitive Professional Wine Competition. With participation from over 100 local wineries, a wide selection of gold medal winners that often exceeds 450 selections will be available for tasting. Guests will also have the chance to meet folks from the winning wineries. An array of Sonoma County beers and hard ciders will also be available for tasting.

In addition, bites of the Harvest Fair’s award-winning food producers will be available. Culinary creators will share their appetizers, breads, charcuterie, olive oil, cakes, pastries, desserts and ice cream. Art works will be on display and for sale by the talented creators from The Art Workshop of Western Sonoma County.

Guests with a VIP ticket will be admitted to the Tasting Pavillion an hour early (12 p.m) and will be the first to taste the

wine and food winners. The limited number of VIP tickets also include premium parking, and access to a designated lounge area with a curated special selection of wines for tasting. A designated driver admission ($50) will be available for purchase to all participants on the day of the event.

Come for the wine and stay for the World Championship Grape Stomp! Cheer on the stompers and swabby’s, or grab a partner and participate. This popular event features teams of two competing for a grand prize of $1500. Looks count too, as there is a costume contest included in this event. Those interested in joining in on the fun are encouraged to sign up before the fair at HarvestFair.org. This event takes place outside of the Tasting Pavilion, is open to all ages for watching, and there will be a Grape Stomp competition for kids at noon.

Families may also take a nostalgic cruise through the collection of classic cars on display outside of the Pavilion, thanks to the Redwood Empire Regional chapter of the Antique Automobile Club of America.

The Sonoma County Harvest Fair highlights local agricultural, industrial and recreational growers, makers and crafters. From the Fair’s inception in 1975, it has become a treasured event for Sonoma County and visitors from around the world. The Harvest Fair is considered one of the premier regional wine judging events in the country, and is an important showcase for Sonoma County’s storied wineries, restaurants and farms.

Follow on social media for updates and behind-the-scenes sneak peeks: Instagram: @SonomaCountyHarvestFair Facebook: www.facebook.com/SonomaCountyHarvestFair HarvestFair.org

Our Be Guest!

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.

One of the 100 Hottest New Hotels Around the Globe — Condé Nast Traveler

Benefit for Boys & Girls Clubs Healdsburg Crush Wine Tasting Event, October 15

As the only wine event hosted on the Healdsburg Plaza, Healdsburg Crush offers guests a special experience while also helping kids.

More than 60 wineries will be pouring on the Plaza again this year at Healdsburg Crush, where guests will sip, savor and enjoy the very best of the West Coast on October 15 from 12pm to 4pm.

The event features many prestigious, small-production wineries, including Williams Selyem, Rochioli, Three Sticks, Gary Farrell and Iron Horse, that the public rarely has an opportunity to experience. Fans of pinot noir and sparkling wines will find many delicious options as well as a selection of favorite food vendors. Attendees will have a chance to take home a few bottles (or cases!) of their favorite wines from the silent auction and raffle featuring instant wine collections and magnums.

“If you love pinot and sparkling, this is the event for you,” said Bob Cabral, winemaker at Bob Cabral wines. “There are 65 wineries pouring in one location. In some cases, it’s the winemaker at the table, so there are opportunities to learn about the wine, the process and the passion behind the label.”

This year, in addition to Sunday’s main event, there are five VIP winemaker experience events that will take place on Friday, October 13 and Saturday, October 14. These events will be held at Bacchus Landing, Arista Winery, Ten Acre Winery, The Harris Gallery and Grand Cru.

Healdsburg Crush has quickly become a tradition for many visitors and locals to celebrate harvest and the bounty of Sonoma County. The event is presented by and benefits Boys & Girls Clubs of Sonoma-Marin, and tickets can be purchased online at healdsburgcrush.com.

“We love seeing the guests enjoying themselves, the

“ If you love pinot and sparkling, this is the event for you. There are 65 wineries pouring in one location. In some cases, it’s the winemaker at the table, so there are opportunities to learn about the wine, the process and the passion behind the label.”

– BOB CABRAL, WINEMAKER AT BOB CABRAL WINES

incredible wines and the beautiful location,” said Jennifer Weiss, Chief Executive Officer of Boys & Girls Clubs of Sonoma-Marin. “The day is especially meaningful because our guests are also helping kids in our community gain access to important and needed resources.”

The Boys & Girls Clubhouse in Healdsburg has a long history in the community and has served thousands of Healdsburg youth over its 75+ years. Located at 555 Piper Street, the Clubhouse will soon undergo reconstruction to better serve kids.

Major sponsors of the event include: Bank of America, Montgomery Village, Healdsburg Tourism, Enartis and Hotel Healdsburg.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Sonoma-Marin is a local organization with over 35 Clubs that provide a safe and supportive environment for more than 10,000 kids and teens each year. Our Clubs are located in elementary schools, middle schools, affordable housing complexes and even Juvenile Hall and offer programs in education, athletics, character development and the arts. Our mission is to enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to become caring, productive, responsible adults.

Learn more about Boys & Girls Clubs of Sonoma-Marin at bgcsonoma-marin.org.

www.bgcsonoma-marin.org/healdsburgcrush

Best Wine Country Inn

e Press Democrat Readers’ Choice

Best Staycation

Bohemian

WHERE CALIFORNIA WINE COUNTRY MEETS THE SONOMA COAST…

THE INN AT THE TIDES IS LOCATED 60 MILES NORTH OF SAN FRANCISCO AND IS NEARBY THE FINEST BEACHES, WORLD-CLASS WINE TASTING, CHAMPIONSHIP GOLF, SPORTFISHING ADVENTURES, WHALE WATCHING TOURS & THE MAGNIFICENT ARMSTRONG REDWOODS NATURAL RESERVE

COMPLIMENTARY CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST

BOTTLE OF WINE UPON ARRIVAL BAY, POOL, GARDEN OR PASTURE VIEWS

IN-ROOM MASSAGE SERVICES

POOL, SAUNA, WHIRLPOOL AND FITNESS CENTER

WIRELESS INTERNET AVAILABLE

ROOM SERVICE – BREAKFAST & DINNER

800 HIGHWAY ONE, BODEGA BAY, CALIFORNIA 94923

WWW.INNATTHETIDES.COM (800) 541-7788

NO SEATS AVAILABLE ... WITHOUT A VIEW OF THE BAY

UNBELIEVABLY BEAUTIFUL SETTING AND VIEWS. MADE FAMOUS IN THE EARLY 1960’S AS THE BACKDROP OF ALFRED HITCHCOCK’S FILM CLASSIC, “THE BIRDS”, THE TIDES REMAINS A POPULAR DESTINATION FOR LOCALS AND TRAVELERS FROM AROUND THE WORLD.

OPEN 365 DAYS A YEAR

BREAKFAST, LUNCH, DINNER & COCKTAILS

SEAFOOD, BURGERS, PASTA, CHOWDER, STEAKS VEGETARIAN AND GLUTEN-FREE SELECTIONS CHILDREN’S MENU AND FOOD TO GO WIRELESS INTERNET AVAILABLE

835 HIGHWAY ONE, BODEGA BAY, CALIFORNIA 94923

WWW.INNATTHETIDES.COM (707) 847-3652

Preferred Dining

Enjoy the Bounty of Delicious Fine Dining in Wine Country

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.

Your quick stop for fresh coffee & espresso! Pull up a chair for pancakes, benedicts, omelets….. Time for lunch? Have a salad, burger, or a sandwich! Hungry? Breakfast served all day!!

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

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 STREET, 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

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

Preferred Dining

Hog Island Oyster Co.

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

LUNCH & DINNER; $$, 610 1ST STREET, 707 251-8113

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

The Lincoln American Gastropub

BRUNCH, LUNCH, DINNER, OPEN LATE, $$

505 LINCOLN AVE, 707 699-2276

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

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

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 fi xe menu, impeccable service DINNER, RESERVATIONS REQ’D, $$$$ 6640 WASHINGTON ST, 707 944-2380

Empress M, Napa

Preferred Dining

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

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

Modern American full bar, outdoor seating

LUNCH & DINNER, LATE NIGHTS; $$

1245 SPRING STREET, 707 967-8779

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

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

Italian/American bistro; beer & wine, outdoor seating

LUNCH & DINNER; $$

1146 MAIN STREET; 707 963-3371

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

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

Traditional American 1403 LINCOLN AVENUE, 707 942-9777

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

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

French, full bar

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

Fumé Bistro, Napa

• Monday-Friday 4-6pm

Bar snacks, wine, beer cocktails

Special dog menu!

North Bar & Grill, Napa

• Tues-Sat 3-6pm

Bar snacks, wine, beer cocktails

• $1.50 Oysters, Tues-Sat 5-6pm

• Burger Night, Mon 4-9pm

Empress M, Napa

Tue-Fri 3-6pm, Sat-Sun 3-5pm

• Spicy Chicken Wings, Sichuan

Calamari, Impossible Wonton, Shanghai Springrolls, Pan-Fried Potstickers

• Signature Cocktails 2 for $20

Beer on Tap $5, House Wine $6 Well Drinks $8

Los Agaves, Napa

• Mon-Fri 11:30am-5pm

Cole’s Chop House, Napa

Preferred Dining

Handline

Californian food, including seafood, tacos, and burgers

LUNCH, DINNER; $$

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

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,

Hopmonk Tavern

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

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

The 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

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

LUNCH & DINNER, $$

101 EAST NAPA STREET; 707 935-3500

Murphy’s Irish Pub

Award-winning food, full bar, live music, trivia night

LUNCH & DINNER, $$

464 1ST ST E, SONOMA 707-935-0660

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

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

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

KIN Windsor

Modern twist on home cooking

LUNCH & DINNER, $$-$$$

740 MCCLELLAND DRIVE; 707 837-7546

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

• 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

Healdsburg, (707) 433-1909

• Mathew Bruno Rutherford

Rutherford, by appt. (707) 912-9112

• 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

• Trione Vineyards

Geyserville, (707) 814-8100

• 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

Things To Do

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

NAPA VALLEY WINE TROLLEY

Uniquely Wine Country

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.

• California Cheese Trail

Find where to taste cheese, cheesetrail.org

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

• Jack London State Historic Park Hiking & horseback riding trails, museum, ruins 707-938-5216, www.jacklondonpark.com

• 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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Wine Country Calendar

= Harvest Related Events

OCTOBER

Sunday Spins with Tommy Johnson

JaM Cellars, Napa

Classic vinyl collection, state-of-the-art sound system. Small-batch wines and JaMBytes available. 1-4pm, JaMCellars.com

OCTOBER

LMR Jazz Orchestra

Farmstead at Long Meadow Ranch, St. Helena

LMR Jazz Orchestra will be performing the World Premiere of Napa Valley Suite, a new work composed by multiple Grammy Award winner, Tom Scott. $55, 3:30-6:30pm, www.longmeadowranch.com

OCTOBER

Live Music

Hop Kiln Estate, Healdsburg

An afternoon of live music from the Bay Area’s Vybe Society. Tickets include a choice of either a Landmark wine flight or a glass of Landmark wine, in addition to access to exclusive wine promotions. $40. 12-3pm, www.landmarkwine.com

OCTOBER

Olive Oil 101

Jacuzzi Family Vineyards, Sonoma

Come for an afternoon with The Olive Press General Manager and resident olive oil expert, Teresa Hernando, as she takes you behind the mill to learn how extra virgin olive oil is made, its health benefits, and how choose the best EVOO. This is a unique opportunity to sample varietals and deepen your understanding and appreciation of EVOO. Prepare your palate to end on a sweet note! 2-3:30pm, www.jacuzziwines.com

OCTOBER

Summer Music Series – James Patrick Regan

Viansa Winery, Sonoma

Live music on the main lawn with Italian food o˙ erings and sweets, non-alcoholic beverage options, and plenty of wine. 12-3pm, www.viansa.com/events/summer-music-series

OCTOBER

Sip & Sway Sunday Music Series with Drew James 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

OCTOBER˛®

Wine & Sunset Series

Paradise Ridge Winery, Santa Rosa

Food Truck: Tri Tip Trolley • Live Band: The doRiaN Mode Guests will enjoy Paradise Ridge wines paired with beautiful Russian River Valley sunsets while enjoying gourmet local food trucks and live music! Handcrafted wines are available to purchase by glass or bottle.

$10-$25, 6-8pm, www.prwinery.com

OCTOBER˛¬

Friday Night Music Series: Kerry Daly Band

Sebastiani Vineyards, Sonoma

Kick back on the patio and enjoy the music of local bands and musicians, 6-8:30pm. Your ticket includes entry to the event and a welcome glass of Sebastiani wine. Wines by the glass or bottle and charcuterie boards will be available for purchase. Guests are welcome to bring their own seating and blankets or utilize the existing picnic tables on a first-come, first-served basis. Outside alcohol is prohibited. $15, www.sebastiani.com

OCTOBER

Blessing

of the Animals

St. Francis Vineyards & Winery, Santa Rosa

Come to the Blessing of the Animals fundraising event!

All pets and all ages are welcome to this popular annual event at the Sonoma Valley estate.

Take part in this “adorable” afternoon to help raise funds to support this year’s animal charities. Festivities will include the ever-popular “Winery Dog of the Year” contest, raˆ e prizes, wine, local fare from Dino’s Greek Food Truck, and a blessing for every animal that attends. Proceeds from this event will be donated to the Humane Society of Sonoma County and other animal non-profit organizations. See you there!

Free admission, donations welcomed. 2-5pm, www.stfranciswinery.om

OCTOBER˛¬

Adults-at-Play – Final Rally, Eh?

Roth Winery, Healdsburg

Music: Dustin Saylor, Food: Poutine

Live music, bold eats, and even bolder wine! Includes a welcome splash of wine, one food ticket, live entertainment and a table reserved exclusively for your group. Wines available for purchase. Walk-in groups are welcome for standing room only. $25, 5-7pm, www.rothwinery.com

OCTOBER˛¬

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 Platanito Pupusas. 5-7pm, www.merryvale.com

OCTOBER˛¬

First Friday Concert Series – John Courage

Hook and Ladder Winery, Santa Rosa

Free to attend. Food truck. Wine available. Benefits Sonoma County Fire District Fire Explorer Program. 5-8pm, www.hookandladderwinery.com

OCTOBER˛¬

Wilson Artisan Wines presents Summer Music Series

deLorimier Winery, Geyserville

Music: Hey Jude, Beatles tribute; Food: The Wurst Picnics welcomed, no outside alcoholic beverages. 6-8:30pm, RSVP, wilsonartisanwines.com/summer-music

OCTOBER˛¬

Winemaker’s Boots Tour

ZD Wines, Rutherford

Go behind the scenes and step into ZD's winery cellar during the exciting time of harvest, this 2023 vintage being our 55th anniversary! Led by world-class winemakers Chris Pisani and Brandon deLeuze, guests will explore in-depth practices of how the grape gets from the vineyard to your glass. Finish the tour with a wine tasting and lunch prepared by Chef Jill deLeuze Billeci, ZD's 3rd generation of the founding family.

$150, 10:30am, limited, RSVP, www.zdwines.com/events

OCTOBER˛¬

Harvest Happy Hour

Elusa Winery, Calistoga

Enjoy limited-production wines by the glass in the courtyard. Get to know Elusa and learn more about the wines from the Calistoga AVA crafted by consulting winemaker Thomas Rivers Brown. Select wines available by the glass and by the bottle. 4-6pm, RSVP, www.elusawinery.com/harvesthappyhour

OCTOBER˛¯

Friday Night Lights

Bella Vineyards + Caves, Healdsburg

A magical night with Diavola wood-fired pizza made to pair perfectly with a glass of Bella zin. It’s all about connection and sharing a meal with friends and family under the expansive Dry Creek sky. Limited seatings at 5:30 and 7:30pm, $65 www.bellawinery.com

OCTOBER˛¬

Summer Happy Hour Series

Marimar Estate Vineyards & Winery, Sebastopol

Live music, wines by the glass and bottle, and stunning views. Wine and cheese plates will be available for purchase. These family-friendly evenings are the perfect way to kick o˙ your weekends this summer! Free to attend. 4-7pm, www.marimarestate.com

THROUGH˛OCTOBER˛¬°¯

Crush It Harvest Party

The Estate Yountville

Step into the heart of a harvest celebration where you will enjoy: Expertly crafted BBQ and all the fixings

Fine wine pours • Live entertainment • Family-friendly activities

And the highlight: Feets-on fun in the Crush It Grape Stomp! $100 includes event entry, BBQ feast, grape stomp experience, and commemorative t-shirt. www.theestateyountville.com

OCTOBER˛¬°¯

Live Music on the Lawn Fairmont Sonoma, Sonoma

Oct. 6: Clay Bell • Oct. 7: Werewolf On Holiday

Cozy up at one of the outdoor firepits, enjoy seasonal bites from the signature food truck CaliForno Street Eats, and sip on your favorite cocktails and Sonoma wines from 38º North Bar! www.fairmont-sonoma.com

OCTOBERSt. Helena Sidewalk Sale

Main Street, St. Helena www.sthelenachamber.com

OCTOBER˛¯

Wine Club Harvest Party

Bennett Lane Winery, Calistoga

Their biggest bash of the year! Check the website for details. Not a member? Join now! www.bennettlane.com

OCTOBER˛¯

Harvest Festival

Landmark Estate, Kenwood

Sip on specially selected Landmark Chardonnay and Pinot Noir paired with a delicious barbecue lunch. The afternoon will also feature live music in addition to exclusive wine promotions. $85, 12-4pm, www.landmarkwine.com

OCTOBER˛¯

Behind the Cellar Door: A Harvest Experience

Cuvaison, Napa

A unique and immersive harvest experience. Gain in-depth knowledge of what it takes to work harvest at this Los Carneros estate. Exceptional wine-paired dinner to follow. $185, 1-7pm, www.cuvaison.com

OCTOBER˛¯

Harvest Event

Robledo Winery, Sonoma

Blessing of the grapes ceremony • Grape stomping • Wine

Ballet Folklorico • Mexican food • Mariachi • Aztec dancers $110, 12-4pm, robledofamilywinery.com/events

OCTOBER˛¯

Harvest Party

Ehlers Estate, St. Helena

OCTOBER˛¯ Harvest Hike

Benziger Family Winery, Glen Ellen

Take in the beauty of Sonoma Mountain Estate! Harvest brings a special energy to this Glen Ellen Ranch – the leaves are starting to change color and some of the late harvest varietals will likely still be on the vines. Chris Benziger hosts the hour-long hike and wine tasting, as he shares family stories, insight into Biodynamic farming practices, and details about the many awardwinning wines that come from this unique Sonoma Mountain property. RSVP, 10am-2pm, www.benziger.com/wineryevents

OCTOBER˛¯ Harvest Party

AXR Napa Valley, St. Helena

Their most anticipated event! This down-home, relaxed event is a great way to share the energy that harvest brings and to raise a glass to the hard work behind the 2023 harvest. Come to the annual cellar club celebration in the barn and enjoy lively music and food stations to be paired with your favorite AXR wines. $200, 5-8pm, www.axrnapavalley.com

OCTOBER˛¯

Profi le Collection: Harvest Brunch & Release Party

Merryvale Vineyards, St. Helena

Join Merryvale Proprietors, René and Laurence Schlatter and Winemaker Andrew Wright for a multi-course al fresco dining experience featuring fresh, seasonal ingredients paired with our Profile XXXVI and 2021 Silhouette Chardonnay. Afterward you’ll be treated to tastes of select library wines, while enjoying the vineyard views. $295, 11am-3pm, www.merryvale.com

Get ready to mosey on down to the one and only Ehlers Estate 2023 Harvest Celebration – a Western extravaganza like no other! www.ehlersestate.com

OCTOBER˛¯

Harvest Days

Bella Vineyards + Caves, Healdsburg

Old-fashioned Burlap Sack Races

Diavola wood-fired Pizza lunch

Every Weekend in October, meet in the Bella Backyard for epic lawn games, pinzgauer rides (Sundays), and live acoustic music. www.bellawinery.com

OCTOBER˛¯

Fall 2023 Release Party – A Day of Aloha

Schramsberg, Calistoga

Come for a Hawaiian-themed gathering hosted by Hugh and Monique Davies, in collaboration with the dedicated Schramsberg team. Dress in your finest Hawaiian-themed outfits and indulge in a paradise of wines paired with delightful appetizers crafted by local culinary artists.

$350, 12-3pm, www.schramsberg.com/events

OCTOBER˛¯

Bottles and Broadway: Taylor Iman Jones

La Crema Estate, Saralee Vineyard, Windsor

A theatrical experience among the vines.

Come to the Pavilion lawn at Richard’s Grove for an afternoon of sips and songs with beloved show tunes sung by some of the biggest names on Broadway. Bring your lawn chairs and picnic blankets, grab a bite from local food trucks, and purchase a bottle of world-class wine as we raise a glass to Broadway!

$60, 3-6pm, www.lacrema.com

OCTOBER˛¯ Harvest Social

Mi Sueño Winery, Calistoga

Taste new releases paired with tapas, revel in the live music, and toast with family and friends to the 2023 Harvest Season!

$80, 1-4pm, misuenowinery.com

OCTOBER˛¯

Summer Series – Live Music in the Backyard

Beringer Vineyards, St. Helena

Soak in the sun while listening to local musicians. $30 includes a reserved lounge chair and a glass of wine

Food and wine available. 2-4:30pm, www.beringer.com

OCTOBER˛¯

Napa Blues, Brews, and BBQ Festival

Napa Valley Expo, Napa

Features live music from some of the Bay Area’s best musicians on two stages, along with a variety of delicious BBQ food plus a beer garden with over 40+ unique microbrews for beer lovers to taste unlimited samples while chatting with brewers. This year, Napa Blues Brews & BBQ will feature beer and wine booths with local Napa beer. Also featured will be arts and crafts vendors, local non-profit booths, and lawn games for adults. napabluesandbrew.com

OCTOBER˛¯ Barrel Tasting

Ty Caton Vineyards, Kenwood

Taste the 2022 vintage right from the barrel. Enjoy savory bites to pair with your favorite Ty Caton wines, plus, chat with fellow wine lovers, Ty, and the team. You’ll also have the opportunity to pre-order these future wines at special pricing.

$25, 11am-4pm, www.tycaton.com

OCTOBER˛¯

Summer Series – Live Music in the Backyard

Beringer Vineyards, St. Helena

Soak in the sun while listening to local musicians. $30 includes a reserved lounge chair and a glass of wine Food and wine available. 4:30pm, www.beringer.com

OCTOBER˛¯

Wine Dinner: Exploring the Cal-Ital Connection with David Cilli of Promonotory and Dan Patroski of Massican Meadowood Napa Valley, St. Helena

A four-course dinner paired with wines and a rich discussion. $500, 6pm, yountville.com

OCTOBER˛¯ Fall Garden Lunch

Alexander Valley Vineyards, Healdsburg

Enjoy Alexander Valley like an insider. Begin with a tour of the winery led by family member Harry Wetzel. Lunch will be served on the patio overlooking the gardens and surrounded by the vineyards on the Wetzel Family Estate patio. Lunch will feature seasonal items from the garden paired with our top wines!

$70-$95, 11:30am-2:30pm, www.avvwine.com/visit/events/winery-events

OCTOBER˛¯

Summer Concert Series: Journey Revisited

Orsi Family Vineyards, Healdsburg

Orsi Family Vineyards presents its 2023 Summer Concert Series! Enjoy fabulous live music and wine out back on the beautiful piazza set amongst the vineyards! $45, 12 and 4pm, orsifamilyvineyards.com/events

OCTOBER˛¯

Live Music: Sakoyana

Spicy Vines Winery, Healdsburg

3-6pm, www.spicyvines.com

OCTOBER˛¯

Summer Music Series – Michelle Lambert

Viansa Winery, Sonoma

Live music on the main lawn with Italian food o˙ erings and sweets, non-alcoholic beverage options, and plenty of wine. 12-3pm, www.viansa.com/events/summer-music-series

OCTOBER˛¯

Yountville Days Parade & Festival

Washington Street/Veterans Memorial Park, Yountville

A quintessential home town parade and festival. The parade begins at 11am and will travel North on Washington Street from Veterans Memorial Park. It will end at Yountville Community Park where the festival will be under way with children’s activities, music, food and craft vendors. Beer and wine will also be o˙ ered for sale. www.townofyountville.com

OCTOBER˛¯

Wknd Fest

Barn5400, Petaluma

An indoor/outdoor pop-up artisan market. There are activities for everyone. Come and eat from local food trucks, shop from local artisans and makers, listen to live music, or bring your little ones to play! Free to attend, 11am-3pm, barn5400.com

OCTOBER˛¯

Harvest Market

Sonoma Ecology Center, 19996 7th St. E, Sonoma

A great place to pick up fresh produce and flowers harvested from the 6.1 acre sustainable garden, as well as eggs from freerange chickens, honey, and olive oil. 9am-12pm sonomaecologycenter.org/sonomagardenpark

OCTOBER˛¯

Live Music

Passaggio Wines, Glen Ellen

Ongoing Saturdays, and sometimes Sundays 3-5pm, www.passaggiowines.com/About-Us/Events

OCTOBERBrunch Pairing

The Setting Wines, Healdsburg

Enjoy three brunch bites curated by Field + Farm paired with Sonoma County Sauvignon Blanc, Willamette Valley Chardonnay and Pinot Noir from Chehalem Mountain Vineyard in Oregon - the perfect way to kick start your weekend!

$45 at 10, 10:30, 11, 11:30am; advance reservations required www.exploretock.com/thesettingwines

OCTOBERHead West Marketplace

The Barlow, Sebastopol

A local, outdoor marketplace of makers, merchants, crafters, designers and artists featuring handmade, locally sourced, small batch, eco-friendly, conscious o˙ erings and products. Free to attend, 11am-5pm, thebarlow.net/pages/calendar

OCTOBER

Dinner Under the Stars

Trione Vineyards, Geyserville

Celebrate the end of harvest with a wine and food paired dinner featuring limited-production wines and some from the library cellar to be served alongside a coursed menu prepared by local Chef, Tim Vallery of Peloton Culinary. $225, 5-8pm, 707-814-8100, tasting@trionewinery.com

OCTOBER

October Harvest Celebration

Amista Vineyards, Healdsburg

Toast harvest in Morning Song Vineyard!

The wood-fired oven will be providing delectable pairings featuring newest releases! $45, www.amistavineyards.com

OCTOBER

Grape Stomp

Jacuzzi Family Vineyards, Sonoma

Experience a true wine country grape stomp! Get ready to kick-o˙ your shoes, roll up your pants, and bring your A-game. 11am-2pm, www.jacuzziwines.com

OCTOBER

Harvest Farmers Market

Clos du Val, Napa

Enjoy fall releases and a variety of local vendors! Receive a limited-edition Clos du Val branded Apolis wine tote for vegetables from Riverbend Vineyard garden, a small floral bouquet from Melody Rae Flowers, walnuts from the Goelet family’s Whitney Warren Ranch, and more! Enjoy lunch from Ceviche & Co and The Lumpia Fam along with a Pulled Mozzarella station by Tre Posti and Desserts by Danae. $125, 11am-2pm, www.closduval.com

OCTOBER

4th Annual Harvest Party

Bricoleur Vineyards, Windsor

Enjoy wine, music, bocce, and all-around fun at Bricoleur Vineyards. Bottles of wine will be available for purchase! Homemade artisan pizza and wine bottles available for purchase, local vendors and craftsmen, live music. Benefits cancer research. $50, free admission under 21. 5-8pm, www.bricoleurvineyards.com

OCTOBER

Pizza & Pinot

J Vineyards & Winery, Healdsburg

Winner of Sonoma County Tourism Innovation Award!

Come for an afternoon of Pinot Noir education and antipasti apps, a behind-the-scenes tour of winemaking; followed by a three-course family-style Italian-focused lunch. $185, www.jwine.com

OCTOBER

Harvest Party

Shadybrook Estate, Napa

Celebrate the end of harvest! Enjoy wine, bbq, and the warmth of fall on the winery terrace to toast another great year. $125, 2-5pm, www.shadybrookestate.com

OCTOBER

Sunday Spins with DJ Uriah Francisco

JaM Cellars, Napa

Classic vinyl collection, state-of-the-art sound system. Small-batch wines and JaMBytes available. 1-4pm, JaMCellars.com

OCTOBER

Summer Music Series – Craig Corona

Viansa Winery, Sonoma

Live music on the main lawn with Italian food o˙ erings and sweets, non-alcoholic beverage options, and plenty of wine. 12-3pm, www.viansa.com/events/summer-music-series

OCTOBER

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 baskets. 2-4pm, www.muscardinicellars.com

OCTOBER

Sunset Fandango

Steamer Landing Park, Petaluma

Farm-to-table dinner of local, seasonal foods, live music by Solo Rio with special guest Congressman Jared Hu˙ man, games, a live auction. $100, 4-7pm, friendsofthepetalumariver.org

OCTOBER˛²

Trivia Night

Sigh. Champagne Bar, Sonoma

Hosted by Smit Show Comedy, every Monday will be filled with fun, bubbles... and prizes! 5:30-7:30pm, www.sighsonoma.com

OCTOBER

West Coast Wonders – World Cheese Tour 2023

Winston’s Café, Napa

Since Laura Chenel introduced America to goat cheese 40 years ago, the Left Coast has been a leader in the artisan cheese movement. Taste cow, goat and sheep cheeses from the artisan producers admired in California, Oregon and Washington.

5:30-7:30pm, Single class: $80, Mini Tour (three classes of your choice): $225, www.janetfletcher.com

OCTOBER

Sip & Support: Benefi ts Puertas Abiertas

Clif Family Winery, St. Helena

Oaxacan-inspired street food and live music on the patio. 12-7pm, cli˙ amily.com

OCTOBER

Wine & Sunset Series

Paradise Ridge Winery, Santa Rosa

Food Truck: Dino's Food Truck • Live Band: The Bluebyrds Guests will enjoy Paradise Ridge wines paired with beautiful Russian River Valley sunsets while enjoying gourmet local food trucks and live music! Handcrafted wines are available to purchase by glass or bottle. $10-$25, 6-8pm, www.prwinery.com

OCTOBER

Touring Tuscany: Cooking Class with Bricoleur Vineyards and Sur La Table

Sur La Table, Montgomery Village, Santa Rosa

For the first time ever in the country, Sur La Table is partnering with a winery for the specialty retailer’s popular cooking classes. Learn techniques for roasting, grilling, preparing wild mushrooms and making polenta like a pro. To finish, you’ll use dark chocolate and espresso to create a rich and creamy custard for dessert. Each course will be expertly paired with wine from Bricoleur Vineyards. $110, 7-9:30pm, www.bricoleurvineyards.com

OCTOBER

Cinema Viansa: Practical Magic

Viansa Winery, Sonoma

Pack your picnic blanket and come for an evening of Italianinspired cinema with an exclusive open-air screening of Practical Magic. Ticket includes one glass of wine upon arrival. Enjoy the deli and marketplace selections, buttered popcorn, cheese and charcuterie boxes, and Viansa wine, all available for purchase starting at 7:30pm. $25, free for 10 and under, 7:30-10:30pm, www.viansa.com

OCTOBER

Bubbly Hour

Breathless Sparkling Wines, Healdsburg

Featuring Gabriel Wheaton

Start your weekend at Breathless for some live music by Gabriel Wheaton 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

OCTOBER

Garden Hour - Sip and Savor with Chef Silverado Resort, Napa

Set in the verdant chef’s garden, located just o˙ Hole 18 on the South Course, join Executive Chef Patrick Prager or other members of the culinary team as they take you on a journey from roots to glass. Enjoy a small bite paired with a local Napa wine or cocktail inspired by the garden while touring and exploring the possibilities of taste within the embrace of nature’s bounty. $45, www.silveradoresort.com/calendar/culinary

OCTOBERLive Music on the Lawn

Fairmont Sonoma, Sonoma

Oct. 13: Sean Carscadden | Oct. 14: Something Big Cozy up at one of the outdoor firepits, enjoy seasonal bites from the signature food truck CaliForno Street Eats, and sip on your favorite cocktails and Sonoma wines from 38º North Bar! www.fairmont-sonoma.com

OCTOBER

Harvest Lobster Fest

Vinoce Tasting Room, Napa

Come for a feast and enjoy new release wines. 5-8pm, RSVP info@vinoce.com, 707-265-7750

www.vinoce.com/Tasting-Room-Events

OCTOBER

Crush Party

V. Sattui Winery, St. Helena

Experience harvest during one of the most exciting times of year in the Napa Valley and step behind-the-scenes of a working winery!

• BIG open house

• Old-fashioned grape stomp

• Meet the growers and winemakers

• Live music by Decades!

• Menu of foods from a live-fi re Tuscan grill and wood-fi red pizza ovens

• Taste over 45 wines!

RSVP $175, 6-9:30pm, www.vsattui.com

OCT

To Kalon Through the Ages

Robert Mondavi Winery, Arch & Tower, Napa

Prepare to be enchanted by a celestial soirée, where a sumptuous five-course feast awaits beneath the twinkling stars, perfectly complemented by the allure of the remarkable Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon library vintages. Delight in the artistry of the in-house culinary virtuoso, Chef Je˙ Mosher, as he masterfully crafts a symphony of innovative and seasonal dishes. This is an extraordinary dinner, an extraordinary moment, and an extraordinary opportunity to immerse yourself in the grandeur of winemaking heritage.

$350, 6pm, robertmondaviwinery.com

OCTOBER

Papapietro-Perry Wineryy

25th Anniversary Winemaker Dinner

The Matheson, Healdsburg

A five-course culinary symphony paired with six of wines. Winery Owners Ben and Yolanda Papapietro, Renae Perry, Winemaker Dave Low, and Chef Dustin Valette will be your hosts for the evening and will guide you through this unforgettable experience while elevating your appreciation for pairing fine wine and food.

Limited, $350, 6-9pm, www.papapietro-perry.com

OCTOBER

Harvest Celebration Dinner!

J. Rickard Winery, Cloverdale

Come for a very special experience celebrating great wine, wonderful food, and these exceptional grapes! 4-9pm, limited, www.jrwinery.com/events

OCTOBER

Vintner & Singer-Songwriter Showcase

Dinner in the Vineyard

Pope Valley Winery, Pope Valley

Come for a one-of-a-kind event under the stars in the Estate Cabernet Vineyard. Singer Song writer Mark Powell along with Matt Martindale, will sing and give the audience an inside look at Texas Country music and stories of how their songs came to be, all while guests enjoy a seated dinner paired with Pope Valley Wines. $95, 6pm, www.popevalleywinery.com

OCTOBER

Harvest Days

Bella Vineyards + Caves, Healdsburg

Embrace your inner kid in the Hop-along Competition! Every Weekend in October, meet in the Bella Backyard for epic lawn games, pinzgauer rides (Sundays), and live acoustic music. www.bellawinery.com

OCTOBERWeekend Along

the Farm Trails

Various farms, Sonoma County

OCTOBER

Pinot & Paella Winemaker Dinner

DeLoach Vineyards, Santa Rosa

Experience a luxurious afternoon of world-class Pinot, delectable paella and enchanting entertainment at DeLoach Vineyards with renowned winemaker Brian Maloney! Immerse yourself in an unforgettable event that is sure to be cherished for years to come. deloachvineyards.com

OCTOBER

Olive Harvest

Keller Estate Winery, Petaluma

Come and have an authentic experience by becoming an olive picker for a day! Help transfer the harvested olives to a traditional olive press, learn the traditional art of extracting precious oil and watch how the golden oil begins to flow and fills up the air with its aromatic fragrance.

Limited, $100, 9am-12pm, www.kellerestate.com/Visit/Events

OCTOBER

Summer Series – Live Music in the Backyard

Beringer Vineyards, St. Helena

Soak in the sun while listening to local musicians.

$30 includes a reserved lounge chair and a glass of wine Food and wine available. 2-4:30pm, www.beringer.com

OCTOBER

Live Music JaMSessions

JaM Cellars, Napa with Full Chizel, 9-11pm

Small-batch wines and JaMBytes available. $15, reservations recommended, JaMCellars.com

OCTOBER

New Moon Stargazing

Bardessono Rooftop Pool Deck

$40, 8:30-10pm, www.bardessono.com

OCTOBER

James Joshua Pre-Release Party / Winemaker Dinner

Priest Ranch Tasting Room, Yountville

An elegant family-style meal perfectly paired by Executive Chef, Dan Solomon. Director of Winemaking & Viticulture Craig Becker and Winemaker Cody Hurd will guide you through the paired wines and give insight into what’s happening at the Estate and thoughts about the 2023 vintage. Celebrate the harvest season with us during an evening filled with fine wine, tasty foods, lively music, smiling faces, and exciting updates at Priest Ranch. $225, 5:30-9pm www.priestranchwines.com/Visit/Events

Farm Trails farmers and producers will open their gates and barn doors to o˙ er a taste of life on the farm! Meet farmers and producers. Pick pumpkins, apples, and flowers. Visit with farm animals. Learn how cheese, cider, and jam are made. Tour farms, lavender fields, flower fields, and orchards. Enjoy ag-related talks, activities, and demonstrations. Shop from farm stands. Taste delicious locally grown and made food and libations. And enjoy the bounty of Sonoma County! Registration for the tour is free and easy, though some stops may require reservations or charge a small fee.

www.farmtrails.org/experience/weekend-along-the-farm-trails

Sonoma County Farm Trails

OCTOBER

Live Music

Passaggio Wines, Glen Ellen

Ongoing Saturdays, and sometimes Sundays 3-5pm, www.passaggiowines.com/About-Us/Events

OCTOBER

Summer Music Series – Jay Messer

Viansa Winery, Sonoma

Live music on the main lawn with Italian food o˙ erings and sweets, non-alcoholic beverage options, and plenty of wine. 12-3pm, www.viansa.com/events/summer-music-series

OCTOBER

Sonoma County Harvest Fair

Sonoma County Fairgrounds, Santa Rosa

The Harvest Fair Grand Tasting Event features the area’s best wine and food, along with beers and ciders, all produced in Sonoma County! With over 100 wineries participating, even the most experienced connoisseur is sure to find a new favorite to add to their collection. Enjoy wines from Sonoma County’s finest winemakers, sample food from culinary tastemakers. Browse through the art show and sale and purchase artwork from local artisans. Enjoy the classic car display outside the pavilion. Stomp grapes in the World Championship Grape Stomp. This is the perfect opportunity to celebrate Sonoma County’s world-renown makers! For a truly personalized experience, purchase the VIP experience pass. This provides an extra hour at the start of the Fair to enjoy wines, food and arts in a less crowded environment. It’s a true immersion into the enormous bounty of Sonoma County’s harvest! $75, general admission, 1-4pm/$50 designated driver $150 VIP Experience, 12-4pm, harvestfair.org

OCTOBER

Wines & Paella in the Vineyard 2023

BACA Wines, Healdsburg

Spend the day in the Dry Creek Vineyards as you taste through some of the best BACA wines hosted by Vintner, Jennifer Brown. Enjoy elegant BACA wines, live Spanish guitar music and mounth-watering paella. $75-$90, 11am-1:30pm www.bacawines.com/calendar

OCTOBER

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

OCTOBER

Harvest Market

Sonoma Ecology Center, 19996 7th St. E, Sonoma

A great place to pick up fresh produce and flowers harvested from the 6.1 acre sustainable garden, as well as eggs from freerange chickens, honey, and olive oil. 9am-12pm sonomaecologycenter.org/sonomagardenpark

OCTOBER

OCTOBER

Healdsburg Crush:

Pouring on the Plaza

Downtown Plaza, Healdsburg

Taste limited-production Pinot Noir and Sparkling Wines from over 60 of the top California wine producers all while enjoying the beautiful Healdsburg Plaza. Silent auction. $125, 12-4pm

VIP add on events October 13 & 14, $75 www.bgcsonoma-marin.org/healdsburgcrush

Live Music: Adam Lieb Spicy Vines Winery, Healdsburg 3-6pm, www.spicyvines.com

OCTOBER -

Brunch Pairing

The Setting Wines, Healdsburg

Enjoy three brunch bites curated by Field + Farm paired with Sonoma County Sauvignon Blanc, Willamette Valley Chardonnay and Pinot Noir from Chehalem Mountain Vineyard in Oregon. $45 at 10, 10:30, 11, 11:30am; advance reservations required. www.exploretock.com/thesettingwines

OCTOBER

Summer Music Series – James Patrick Regan

Viansa Winery, Sonoma

Live music on the main lawn with Italian food o˙ erings and sweets, non-alcoholic beverage options, and plenty of wine. 12-3pm, www.viansa.com/events/summer-music-series

OCTOBER

Sunday Spins with DJ Yuka Yu

JaM Cellars, Napa

Classic vinyl collection, state-of-the-art sound system. Small-batch wines and JaMBytes available. 1-4pm, JaMCellars.com

OCTOBER

Wine Club Release Party

Whitehall Lane Winery, St. Helena

Harvest will be in full swing on the crush pad during this party. Stop in for delicious bites and fine wine while seeing some of the action. 11:30am or 1:30pm. Not a wine club member, join now! wineclub@whitehalllane.com

OCTOBER

Fall Harvest Party

Tamber Bey Vineyards, Calistoga

Come for an afternoon of food, wine, and live entertainment. New releases paired with delicious bites. Live entertainment by Phillip Claypool who will be joined onstage by special guests including vintner Barry Waitte. $150, 12-5pm, tamberbey.com

OCTOBER

Sip & Sway Sunday Music Series

with Daniela Galasso & Christopher Alexander 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

OCTOBER

Trivia Night

Sigh. Champagne Bar, Sonoma

Hosted by Smit Show Comedy, every Monday will be filled with fun, bubbles... and prizes! 5:30-7:30pm, www.sighsonoma.com

OCTOBER

Dogwood Happy Hour Community Night

Russian River Vineyards, Forestville

A fundraiser for Dogwood Animal Rescue! Wine and beer with Chef Gustavo’s Happy Hour menu, and the chance to meet some of Dogwood’s foster families and rescued dogs. 5-7:30pm www.russianrivervineyards.com/upcoming-events

OCTOBER

Valley Wine Dinner Series – Trattore Farms & Winery

Dry Creek Kitchen, Healdsburg

Enjoy a crafted menu, expertly paired with a selection of wines, and presented by a special guest from each winery. $195 includes wine pairing, drycreekkitchen.com

OCTOBER

Wine & Sunset Series

Paradise Ridge Winery, Santa Rosa

Food Truck: Lata Cuisine • Live Band: Jami Jamison Guests will enjoy Paradise Ridge wines paired with beautiful Russian River Valley sunsets while enjoying gourmet local food trucks and live music! Handcrafted wines are available to purchase by glass or bottle. $10-$25, 6-8pm, www.prwinery.com

OCTOBER

ZD Wines Wine Dinner

Silverado Resort, Napa

Curated coursed wine dinner at Silverado Resort featuring ZD Wines. Executive Chef Patrick Prager has created a four-course menu that pairs with these incredible Napa wines. $150, 6pm, www.silveradoresort.com

OCTOBER

FoSo Fridays: Music in the Vineyards

– Toasting to the Holiday Season

Foley Sonoma, Geyserville

Bites: FoSo Holiday Paella, Music: Greg Lamboy 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

OCTOBER

Live Music on the Terrace: JourneyDay

Merryvale Vineyards, St. Helena

OCTOBER

Winemaker Lunch Series

Somerston Estate, St. Helena

Join Director of Viticulture & Winemaking Craig Becker and Winemaker Cody Hurd for an elevated food and wine experience showcasing limitedproduction Estate wines. Allow Estate Executive Chef Dan Solomon to prepare you a seasonally sourced lunch expertly paired with our wines during this extremely-limited and intimate event. October is an exciting month of harvest and activity on the Estatesee a working winery in full swing, tour the facility, and chat with our cellar crew to get a deeper understanding of what it takes to produce top-tier wines.

RSVP $225, 11am-1:30pm, www.somerstonestate.com

OCTOBER

Garden Hour – Sip and Savor with Chef Silverado Resort, Napa

Set in the verdant chef’s garden, located just o˙ Hole 18, join members of the culinary team as they take you on a journey from roots to glass. Enjoy a small bite paired with a local Napa wine or cocktail inspired by the garden while touring and exploring the possibilities of taste within the embrace of nature’s bounty. $45, www.silveradoresort.com/calendar/culinary

OCTOBER

Movies in the Park: The Addams Family (1991 Edition)

Lucchesi Park, Petaluma

Food and beverage vendors will be available. 7pm, cityofpetaluma.org

OCTOBERLive Music JaMSessions

JaM Cellars, Napa

• October 20 with Sweet ‘N Juicy, 9-11pm

• October 21 with Glassio, 9-11pm Small-batch wines and JaMBytes available. $15, reservations recommended, JaMCellars.com

OCTOBERLive Music on the Lawn Fairmont Sonoma, Sonoma

Oct. 20: Don Tro a • Oct. 21: Harmony Brothers Cozy up at one of the outdoor firepits, enjoy seasonal bites from the signature food truck CaliForno Street Eats, and sip on your favorite cocktails and Sonoma wines from 38º North Bar! www.fairmont-sonoma.com

OCTOBER

Library Wine Dinner with Chef Gary Penir

Markham Vineyards, St. Helena

Celebrate Markham’s 45th anniversary at an intimate Library Wine Dinner — limited to just 15 seats! Each harvest-inspired course by Chef Gary Penir will pair new releases and library selections to deliver an extraordinary culinary experience. An unforgettable evening of great company and wine awaits you while commemorating this milestone in our winery’s legacy. $275, 6-8:30pm markhamvineyards.com/events/upcoming-events

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

OCTOBER

Summer Happy Hour Series

Marimar Estate Vineyards & Winery, Sebastopol

Live music, wines by the glass and bottle, and stunning views. Wine and cheese plates will be available for purchase. These family-friendly evenings are the perfect way to kick o˙ your weekends this summer!

Free to attend. 4-7pm, www.marimarestate.com

OCTOBERHitchcock Film Festival

Various Locations, Bodega Bay

60th Anniversary of ‘The Birds’ release

Prepare to be captivated by suspense, mystery, and haunting storytelling. Wine, beer and soft drinks, clam chowder by Spud Point Crab Company, hot dogs, popcorn and other concessions available for purchase.

• Friday night: Dinner and a Movie – ‘The Birds’ 5:30pm, $50

• Saturday: ‘The Birds’ at 12 & 7pm, ‘Psycho’ 3:30pm, $15 Silent auction and prizes - drawings held after each film. www.visitbodegabayca.com/hitchcock-film-fest

OCTOBERHalloween Candy & Wine Pairing

Dutton Estate Winery, Sebastopol

Indulge your inner adult kid with a week-long “trick or treat” extravaganza! A private seated experience with a perfectly curated selection of five Dutton white and red wines. These heavenly wines will be creatively paired with your favorite Halloween goodies, making each sip and bite a spooktacular delight! $40, www.duttonestate.com

OCTOBER

Kenefi ck Ranch Harvest Celebration Dinner

The Barn @ Indian Springs Resort, Calistoga

Join the Kenefick family in celebrating the 2023 harvest as well as the 20th anniversary of Kenefick Ranch wines with a special multi-course dinner created for both library and current vintages of Kenefick Ranch. $325, 5:30-8pm kenefickranch.com/Shop/20th-Anniversary-Celebration-Dinner

OCTOBER

Harvest Days

Bella Vineyards + Caves, Healdsburg

Line up for Donuts on a String!

Every Weekend in October, meet in the Bella Backyard for epic lawn games, pinzgauer rides (Sundays), and live acoustic music. www.bellawinery.com

OCTOBER

HalloWINE Party

Cline Family Cellars, Sonoma

It's back! Fan favorite and the ultimate wine country monster mash. Dress in your Halloween best (yes, we mean costume party) and come for boos and booze (wine) at the HalloWINE party! $75, 7-10pm, clinecellars.com/events

OCTOBER

Summer Series – Live Music in the Backyard

Beringer Vineyards, St. Helena

Soak in the sun while listening to local musicians. $30 includes a reserved lounge chair and a glass of wine Food and wine available. 4:30pm, www.beringer.com

OCTOBER

Summer Music Series – Monica de Silva

Viansa Winery, Sonoma

Live music on the main lawn with Italian food o˙ erings and sweets, non-alcoholic beverage options, and plenty of wine. 12-3pm, www.viansa.com/events/summer-music-series

OCTOBER

Annual Harvest Party

Balletto Vineyards

Come celebrate harvest at Balletto!

Surrounded by gorgeous vineyards, enjoy dinner and dancing while and toast the end of another remarkable harvest season. $85, 5:30-8pm, www.ballettovineyards.com

OCTOBER

Live Music

Passaggio Wines, Glen Ellen

Ongoing Saturdays, and sometimes Sundays 3-5pm, www.passaggiowines.com/About-Us/Events

OCTOBER

Live Music: Jenerator

Spicy Vines Winery, Healdsburg

3-6pm, www.spicyvines.com

OCTOBER

Collector’s Experience – Winemaker Lunch & Howell Mountain Cabernet Tasting Clif Family Winery, St. Helena

Take in dramatic views of the Mayacamas Mountains as you relax in the Clif Family Enoteca Tasting Salon. Winemaker Laura Barrett and Chef Magnus Young will lead you through a farmto-table seasonal tasting experience. Enjoy farm driven creations paired with our small production wines. Wine pairings will include elegant Sauvignon Blanc, balanced Chardonnay, library vintages of Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon, and a special preview of upcoming releases. $225, 12-3pm, cli˙ amily.com

OCTOBER

PINK POP PARTY

St. Francis Winery & Vineyards, Santa Rosa Come Rally in Sonoma Valley for Breast Cancer Awareness as St. Francis Winery transforms into ‘Club St. Francis’ for one very colorful night. We’re “pop’n” the corks on an exceptional line-up of Artisan Collection wines, including a very special fall release of the 2022 Rosé. Enjoy delectable cuisine prepared by Winery Chef Peter Janiak and all the beats you can handle (not to be confused with beets) as we dance the night away. Help the special guest DJ shake the grapes o˙ the vines as we prance in pink for charity. Be sure to dress head to toe in your sharpest pink attire and enjoy jaw-dropping discounts on award-winning wines all night. The more pink you wear, the more you can save! $100, 7-10pm, www.stfranciswinery.com/event_post/pink-pop-party

OCTOBER

Comedy, Dirty Cello Concert

Deerfi eld Ranch, Kenwood

Comedic Headliner: Courtney Cronin Dold

Wear your costume - Be a part of an epic Halloween Costume Contest for a chance to win fun prizes. Prizes awarded to: Most Original, Funniest and Scariest! $35 adv/$45 door if available, 7-9pm www.crushersofcomedy.com

OCTOBERBrunch Pairing

The Setting Wines, Healdsburg

Enjoy three brunch bites curated by Field + Farm paired with Sonoma County Sauvignon Blanc, Willamette Valley Chardonnay and Pinot Noir from Chehalem Mountain Vineyard in Oregon! $45 at 10, 10:30, 11, 11:30am; reservations required, www.exploretock.com/thesettingwines

OCTOBER

Harvest a Second Crop

Poseidon Vineyard, Napa

Bring your dirty shoes and boots to Poseidon Vineyard in Napa Carneros and help glean the second crop of Pinot Noir. Lunch will be grilled up along Carneros Creek to share a meal in the vineyard. $125, 10:30am-1:30pm, RSVP www.obsidianwineco.com/adventures

OCTOBER

Sunday Spins with Theodore White

JaM Cellars, Napa

Classic vinyl collection, state-of-the-art sound system. Small-batch wines and JaMBytes available. 1-4pm, JaMCellars.com

OCTOBER

Summer Music Series – Megan Schoenbohm

Viansa Winery, Sonoma

Live music on the main lawn with Italian food o˙ erings and sweets, non-alcoholic beverage options, and plenty of wine. 12-3pm, www.viansa.com/events/summer-music-series

OCTOBER

Trivia Night

Sigh. Champagne Bar, Sonoma

Hosted by Smit Show Comedy, every Monday will be filled with fun, bubbles... and prizes! 5:30-7:30pm, www.sighsonoma.com

OCTOBER

Wine & Sunset Series

Paradise Ridge Winery, Santa Rosa

Food Truck: Happy Cat Pizza • Live Band: Blues Burners

Guests will enjoy Paradise Ridge wines paired with beautiful Russian River Valley sunsets while enjoying gourmet local food trucks and live music! Handcrafted wines are available to purchase by glass or bottle. $10-$25, 6-8pm, www.prwinery.com

OCTOBER ¬

Parisian Steakhouse: Cooking Class with Bricoleur Vineyards and Sur La Table Sur La Table, Montgomery Village, Santa Rosa

For the first time ever in the country, Sur La Table is partnering with a winery for the specialty retailer’s popular cooking classes. Learn essential French techniques — from emulsifying vinaigrette and reducing pan sauce to searing beef and cooking starches. Then, whip egg whites and melt chocolate for a lighter-than-air mousse that will sweep you o˙ your feet. Each course will be expertly paired with wine from Bricoleur Winery. $110, 7-9:30pm, www.bricoleurvineyards.com

OCTOBER ¬

Cheese and Cheers

Mumm Napa, Rutherford

A fall sparkling wine and cheese pairing class, hosted by a James Beard-winning cheese educator, Janet Fletcher and Mumm Napa winemaker, Tami Lotz. This class will feature six cheeses, four sparkling wines. $95, 5:30-7:30pm, www.mummnapa.com

OCTOBER

Vineyard Concert Series - October

Gloria Ferrer, Sonoma

Award-winning cover band, “Petty Theft,” is coming to Gloria Ferrer this fall for their 20th-anniversary tour. Performing hits by Tom Petty and the Heartbreaks at the Willow Springs location, this show will have you free falling. $120, 4-6pm, www.gloriaferrer.com

OCTOBER

Live Music JaMSession

JaM Cellars, Napa with Purely Medicinal, 9-11pm

Small-batch wines and JaMBytes available.

$15, reservations recommended, JaMCellars.com

OCTOBER

Winemaker Friday

Trione Vineyards & Winery, Geyserville

Winemaker, John Duckett will be hanging out, talking about wine, gardening, science, touring the cellar and sharing some of his passions with guests. Each Winemaker Friday he will feature a few favorite wines from the bottle. He will then share some of his favorites from the barrel and talk about the wines he is most excited about now.

Free to attend. 1-3pm, trionewinery.com

OCTOBER

Halloween-Themed Family Style with

Bricoleur Vineyards, Windsor

Bricoleur

Bring your friends and family for a night filled with wine, salumi boards, fresh garden-grown salads, wood-fired pizzas, and delicious handmade pasta!

$85, 5-8pm, www.bricoleurvineyards.com

OCTOBER

Garden Hour - Sip and Savor with Chef Silverado Resort, Napa

Set in the verdant chef’s garden, located just o˙ Hole 18 on the South Course, join Executive Chef Patrick Prager or other members of the culinary team as they take you on a journey from roots to glass. Enjoy a small bite paired with a local Napa wine or cocktail inspired by the garden while touring and exploring the possibilities of taste within the embrace of nature’s bounty. $45, www.silveradoresort.com/calendar/culinary

OCTOBER -

Live Music on the Lawn Fairmont Sonoma, Sonoma

Oct. 27: Sean Carscadden • Oct. 28: Showcase Band Cozy up at one of the outdoor firepits, enjoy seasonal bites from the signature food truck CaliForno Street Eats, and sip on your favorite cocktails and Sonoma wines from 38º North Bar! www.fairmont-sonoma.com

OCTOBER ¬

Sunset Sips on the Terrace

Benziger Family Winery, Glen Ellen

Bring the family and relax on the terrace during this afterhours event. You’re invited to savor specially priced wines by the glass or a bottle of one of the favorite seasonal picks as you end your day immersed in the beauty of this Sonoma Mountain estate. Cheese and charcuterie are available for purchase or bring your own picnic to enjoy.

Reservations not required.

5-7pm, www.benziger.com/wineryevents

OCTOBER

Fall JaM Bash/Halloween Party

JaM Cellars, Napa

Come for an incredible costume party in downtown Napa. Dress in your best costume to delight or fright and sip delicious JaM Cellars wines that rock. Get a taste of the new smash-hit Platinum wines including JaMFan fav Platinum Butter Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and the first-ever Sparkling Rosé. Plus enjoy gourmet bites, groove to live music and enter to win a prize for the best costume. Come for the boos, and stay for the Butter! Tickets are limited, $125.

6-9pm, RSVP today! jamcellars.com

OCTOBER

Live Music JaMSessions

JaM Cellars, Napa with Fall JaM Bash Band, 9-11pm Small-batch wines and JaMBytes available. $15, reservations recommended, JaMCellars.com

OCTOBER

Masters of Merlot Dinner

Duckhorn Vineyards, St. Helena

Experience our stunning lineup of world-class Merlot inspired by Dan and Margaret Duckhorn’s passion for this expressive Bordeaux varietal at our Masters of Merlot dinner.

$325, 6-9pm, www.migrationwines.com

OCTOBER

Proprietor Harvest Dinner

Cornerstone Cellars, Bardesonno Resort, Yountville

OCTOBER

Munchkin Masquerade

Jelly Belly Visitors Center, Fairfi eld

Join in on the fun with hosts Mr. Jelly Belly and Kelly the Clown! Munchkin Masquerade from 9-11am followed by a Trunk or Treat car show from 11am-2pm. Treat bags available for the first 300 kids. Costumes are encouraged!

9-11am, www.jellybelly.com/california-visitors-center

OCTOBER

Howell Mountain Harvest Celebration! The Culinary Institute of America at Copia, Napa Indulge yourself in world-class wines from 30+ Howell Mountain wineries plus gourmet small bites. Silent Auction filled with rare wines and winery experiences. $150/advance, $300/door 1-4pm, ww.howellmountain.org

Get ready to enjoy a captivating evening filled with live music, world-class wines, and great company! Mike, Beni, Kari and the entire Cornerstone team will be there to host and chat with everyone after a successful growing season. Let’s celebrate a bountiful harvest and cheers to the upcoming vintage!

$195, 6-9pm, cornerstonecellars.com/events

OCTOBER

Halloween Masquerade

Buena Vista Winery, Sonoma

Unmask yourself for a truly captivating evening! Sway to sensational live music and dance the night away with delectable delights in hand. Let every part of your body be enveloped by luxury as you enjoy only the finest Buena Vista wines – an experience you won’t soon forget! buenavistawinery.com

OCTOBER

Summer Series – Live Music in the Backyard

Beringer Vineyards, St. Helena

Soak in the sun while listening to local musicians. $30 includes a reserved lounge chair and a glass of wine Food and wine available. 2-4:30pm, www.beringer.com

OCTOBER

Summer Music Series – Stony Point

Viansa Winery, Sonoma

Live music on the main lawn with Italian food o˙ erings and sweets, non-alcoholic beverage options, and plenty of wine. 12-3pm, www.viansa.com/events/summer-music-series

OCTOBER

Live Music

Passaggio Wines, Glen Ellen

Ongoing Saturdays, and sometimes Sundays 3-5pm, www.passaggiowines.com/About-Us/Events

OCTOBER

Armida Halloween: The Return of Heaven and Hell

Armida Winery, Healdsburg

BEWARE!!! The infamous Armida Winery Heaven and Hell is returning for one night only in 2023. Walk through the gates of heaven, and venture through the depths of hell with Armida wines being your only guide. Enjoy an evening with music and dancing, food from Hopmonk Mobile Kitchen, and of course delicious wine with the company of angels and devils. Wear your best costumes, as we will be handing out prizes for the best dressed! 5-10pm, $100, armida.com

OCTOBER

Dia de Muertos de Windsor Town Green, Windsor

Traditional, authentic Latin American family holiday. Sacred blessing of indigenous dancers, procession honoring los muertos, ballet folklorico and mariachi music, food, artisan market and Lowrider car show. Music and dance free; food, drink and artisinal ware for sale. 4-8pm www.somoswindsor.org/windsor-muertos

OCTOBERHarvest Days

Bella Vineyards + Caves, Healdsburg

Halloween Cookie Decorating with Once Bi en Cookies

Every Weekend in October, meet in the Bella Backyard for epic lawn games, pinzgauer rides (Sundays), and live acoustic music. www.bellawinery.com

OCTOBERBrunch Pairing

The Setting Wines, Healdsburg

Enjoy three brunch bites curated by Field + Farm paired with Sonoma County Sauvignon Blanc, Willamette Valley Chardonnay and Pinot Noir from Chehalem Mountain Vineyard in Oregon - the perfect way to kick start your weekend!

$45 at 10, 10:30, 11, 11:30am; advance reservations required www.exploretock.com/thesettingwines

NOVEMBER˛®°µ

Wine & Food Affair

Various locations, Northern Sonoma County Premier wine tasting event along the Wine Road. Enjoy a full weekend of wine and food pairings at over 50 wineries. Each recipe served will be online, so you can prepare your favorites at home.

VIP Weekend $225 • Weekend $125

Sunday Only $95 • Designated Drivers $25 No Saturday Only Tickets. www.wineroad.com

OCTOBER

Summer Music Series – Smorgy

Viansa Winery, Sonoma

Live music on the main lawn with Italian food o˙ erings and sweets, non-alcoholic beverage options, and plenty of wine. 12-3pm, www.viansa.com/events/summer-music-series

NOVEMBER - -

Live Music JaMSessions

JaM Cellars, Napa

• November 2 with Jethro Jeremiah, 8-10pm

• November 3 with People of Earth, 9-11pm

• November 4 with Dainah Donovan, 9-11pm Small-batch wines and JaMBytes available. $15, reservations recommended, JaMCellars.com

NOVEMBER˛³

Dine-in Movie Night featuring “Chef”

Markham Vineyards, St. Helena

As the sun sets, settle into a cozy seat in the Historic Stone Cellar for a screening of the much-praised film, “Chef.” Your culinary cinema experience includes a delicious glass of wine paired with a Cubano sandwich and chips. $55, 6-9pm markhamvineyards.com/events/upcoming-events

NOVEMBER˛³

OCTOBER

Howell Mountain Harvest Celebration

CIA @ Copia, Napa

World-class wines from 30+ Howell Mountain wineries, gourmet small bites from The CIA at Copia and silent auction filled with limited production Howell Mountain wines and winery experiences! $150/adv, $350/door 1-4pm, www.howellmountain.org

OCTOBER

Bubbles & Crêpes

Breathless Sparkling Wines, Healdsburg

Enjoy a savory or sweet crêpe by Crêpes du Jour and a welcome pour of Breathless Sparkling Wine as you relax with the eclectic music of Nick Foxer.

$25, 10am-12pm, www.breathlesswines.com/Events

OCTOBER

Sunday Spins with DJ Lue

JaM Cellars, Napa

Classic vinyl collection, state-of-the-art sound system.

Small-batch wines and JaMBytes available. 1-4pm, JaMCellars.com

First Friday Concert Series –Rodney Sweat and the Groove Unit Hook and Ladder Winery, Santa Rosa Free to attend. Food truck. Wine available. Benefits Sonoma County Fire District Fire Explorer Program. 5-8pm, www.hookandladderwinery.com

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Tips on Wine Tasting

Guidelines and Etiquette to Enhance Your Experience

Visiting a winery tasting room may sometimes be intimidating, especially if you are not used to wine tasting and aren’t quite sure what to expect.

Following the guidelines and etiquette tips below will help enhance your experience as you travel through wine country.

Due to Covid-19, there have been changes to the wine tasting adventures. So please before you go:

• Plan in advance. Most wineries are now by appointment and in some cases “as space is available” (should you not have made reservations). Don’t be shy to ask at the last minute, but understand they may be full or be reserved.

• Understand that there may be a time limit

• Ask about the different tasting experiences and costs.

• If you plan to “share” a tasting, ask if it is okay. You may still be charged per person.

• If this applies, ask if the winery is dog/child friendly.

• Be sure to adhere to individual, local and state guidelines in place at the time (i.e. mask wearing until seated, etc.)

• Be flexible

• Don’t be self-conscious to share a tasting (*if appropriate) with your companion – it’s not looked on as being cheap, in fact, it’s smart.

• Don’t worry if you think you don’t know good wine.

“Good wine” is what you like. Period.

• You don’t have to finish the glass. You are tasting, not drinking – use the dump bucket. Those little sips add up fast.

• You don’t have to like everything poured. The reason you are tasting is to see what you do and don’t like.

• Take time to smell the roses, or wine! Swirl the wine in the bowl of the glass then take your time, put your nose into the bowl of the glass … and inhale to experience the bouquet. See what fragrances you can identify: Earthy? Lemon? Honeysuckle? Cherry? Tobacco? It’s okay if you don’t identify any of those things, with time and tasting you will!

• Remember the five “S’s” of wine tasting: See (the wine in the glass), Swirl, Smell, Sip and Savor. (Take a small sip. Let the liquid surround your taste buds, what flavors can you identify)?

• Ask questions! Remember … there are no stupid questions. You are there to enjoy and learn, and your server is there to help.

• Don’t feel pressured to buy a bottle or to join a wine club, (however, if the tasting is free, or if you have a private tasting with a winemaker, it is good form to purchase a bottle).

• Leave a tip if you have had a nice experience ($5-$20 is a general rule, depending on the type of tasting).

• Don’t wear scents into a tasting room (cologne or perfume), and best not to wear white!

• Ask your server to recommend their favorite wineries to visit.

• Seek smaller, out-of-the-way, boutique wineries.

• Eat breakfast before you leave for the day and … hydrate – hydrate – hydrate! Hint: Drink one glass of water for each glass of wine.

• Bring something to snack on such as crackers, breadsticks or a baguette, (but inquire in advance if outside food is okay to bring in). Take time for lunch. When picnicking at a winery, never bring wine from another winery

• Don’t try to do too much. In general, three to four wineries will fill your day.

• If possible have a designated driver (or use a driving service). If staff feels you have had enough to drink they may refuse service, it’s for your own well-being.

• Trust your palate. Don’t worry if you don’t like what your friends or companions like. Not everyone likes the same things. This is about you – not them.

• Enjoy yourself!

BY DONALD SONDERLING

VISIT CALIFORNIA/DAVID COLLIER

TEST YOUR WINE BOTTLE KNOWLEDGE

JEROBOAM –3 liters–4 standard bottles

STANDARD –750ml–

SPLIT orPiccolo –187ml–

MAGNUM –1.5 liters–2 standard bottles

HALF –375ml–

REHOBOAM –4.5 liters–6 standard bottles

IMPERIALE –6 liters–8 standard bottles BORDEAUX

MARIEJEANNE –2.25 liters–3 standard bottles BORDEAUX

DOUBLE MAGNUM –3 liters–4 standard bottles

BALTHAZAR –12 liters–16 standard bottles

JEROBOAM –4.5 liters–6 standard bottles

NEBUCHADNEZZAR –15 liters–20 standard bottles

METHUSALEM –6 liters–8 standard bottles SPARKLING & BURGUNDY

MELCHIOR –18 liters–24 standard bottles

SALMANAZAR –9 liters–12 standard bottles

SOLOMON –20 liters–28 standard bottles SPARKLING

PRIMAT –27 liters–36 standard bottles SPARKLING

Sonoma County Wineries & Tasting Rooms

DOWNTOWN HEALDSBURG TASTING ROOMS

BREATHLESS SPARKLING WINES

Banshee Wines

Blanchard Family Wines

BloodRoot 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 Ross

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

Cloverdale

Portalupi

Ramey Wine Cellars

Roadhouse Winery

Rockpile Vineyards

Sanglier Cellars

Seghesio

Selby

Siduri

Spicy Vines

Stephen & Walker

Thumbprint

Trattore Farms

Williamson

Tasting Rooms Open To The Public Map is not to scale and parts are enlarged to show detail Check ahead for hours and distances.

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GEYSERVILLE

Tasting Rooms Open To The Public Map is not to scale and parts are enlarged to show detail. Check ahead for hours and distances.

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 SPARKLING WINES

Celebrate your breathless moments with

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

ROBERT MONDAVI ARCH & TOWER

Experience Robert Mondavi Winery’s acclaimed wines and hospitality in new and unexpected ways. 930 Third Street, Napa, 888-766-6328

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

Beringer

Trinchero

Orin Swift

Charles Krug

Merryvale/Starmont

Clif Family

Long Meadow Ranch

VGS Chateau Potelle

Salvestrin

Note:

Prager Winery & Port Works

Louis M Martini

Heitz

Hall

Flora Springs

Corison

Sutter Home Raymond/JCB

The Prisoner Wine Co. Fleury

Pestoni Family

Napa Valley Wineries & Tasting Rooms

Guenoc Valley

FULTON

ORIN SWIFT

Brown Estate Kuleto

Continuum Estate

Provenance

Robert Mondavi

Napa Valley

Hess Persson Estate

Cosentino

Stags’ Leap Winery

Black Cordon Sixteen By Twenty Wines BROWNS VALLEY

Girard

Grace

TAPLINROAD CHARTEROAK AD SODA CANYONROAD

Hagafen Cellars

Burgess Cellars

Celani Family Beaucanon Estate

Antica

VinRoc

Kenzo Estate

Adastra

Bouchaine

Young Ridge Estate

Etude

Shadybrook Covert

Porter Family

KREUZER CANYONRD Sciandri

Avinodos Crosby Roamann

J Moss Wines

Mi Sueño Y Rousseau Wines

Sodaro KAISER

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