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Harvest On Mountain Vineyards of the West Coast

October 5, 2016 · by Amy Lieberfarb ·

 Cabernet Sauvignon at Laurel Glen Vineyard As you wind your way up the curvy, vineyard lined roads of Sonoma Mountain, there is a lot for your eyes to take in. It is steep terrain with sweeping views of the valley floor below. The exceptional location, combined with beautifully kept vineyards speak loudly to the magic of these […]

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Gundlach Bundschu, Enjoy A Virtual Wine Tour

September 28, 2016 · by Amy Lieberfarb ·

In the 1800’s when Jacob Gundlach first found himself driving down the long and winding road towards the property, he fell in with the setting immediately and decided to… Stay for Awhile…  Gundlach Bundschu was born and is California’s Oldest Family-Owned Winery. The Bundschu family line is still running the property and winery itself. Their location […]

Filed Under: Photo Galleries, Photos of Sonoma, SONOMA COUNTY, Sonoma County Travel, Sonoma County Wine, Sonoma County Wineries, Sonoma Valley Wine, THINGS TO DO, Travel, WINE TASTING ROOMS · Tagged: Gundlach Bundschu wine, Gundlach Bundschu winery, sonoma county wine, sonoma wine, virtual wine tour, wine, wine tasting

Virtual Wine Tours – Sbragia Family Winery

September 23, 2016 · by Amy Lieberfarb ·

With all of the options available, it is easy to find YOUR perfect wine experience at Sbragia Family Winery in Dry Creek Valley… From the bucolic, vineyard-lined roads that take you through the Dry Creek Valley to the steep, terraced slopes going up the hillsides, the views are straight out of a wine country guidebook at Sbragia. With their […]

Filed Under: Healdsburg Wine, Photo Galleries, Photos of Sonoma, Sonoma County Travel, Sonoma County Wine, Sonoma County Wineries, SONOMA INFO, SonomaChat, Travel, WINE TASTING ROOMS, Winery Reviews · Tagged: dry creek valley, sbragia family wine, sbragia winery, sonoma county, sonoma county wine

20 Wine Tasting Room How To’s & Insider Tips

September 22, 2016 · by Amy Lieberfarb ·

How To Visit a Wine Tasting Room Insider Tips & Tricks + … that Etiquette Stuff. Sip On This Juice. Always call ahead to ensure you’re able to go where you had planned. Advance planning is key to a successful tasting room visit. Locate the winery’s website. Call ahead for groups any larger than six. Wearing […]

Filed Under: For The Wine Novice, SONOMA INFO, TIPS & ADVICE, Wine, Wine FAQ's, Wine Tips · Tagged: tasting room, tips tasting room, wine country, wine tasting, wine tasting etiquette, wine tasting tips, winery etiquette

TOP 20 Funny Wine Quotes Used On Social Media

September 21, 2016 · by Amy Lieberfarb ·

 Social Media has become a popular platform for funny quotes and posts across all categories and wine is no exception. Share these with friends, wine lovers and newbies and introduce them to the world of wine with a smile. And a glass I hope. CHEERS. Instead of sifting through all the noise using hashtags and […]

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Sonoma Wine Country Weekend Raises $4.6 Million

September 6, 2016 · by Amy Lieberfarb ·

Drink wine created from an award winning region, enjoy food made by famous chefs, and… Raise money for children in need. Since the events inception, many hardworking and deserving nonprofits in the local community have received funds from Sonoma Wine Country Weekend’s Harvest Auction. Funds raised from this crucial event play an important role in many non-profit budgets to […]

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Pinot Noir Day + Patz & Hall Wine = Perfect Pairing

August 16, 2016 · by Amy Lieberfarb ·

A day dedicated to Pinot Noir?!? Someone must have seen my glass coming… & planned accordingly. For people who like to savor the good things in life, this grape varietal offers a vibrantly diverse spectrum of flavor profiles and can be stylized to the picture of elegance. Pinot Noir seems more like an art form […]

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Exploring Food & Wine Pairings At Mayo Winery

July 23, 2016 · by Amy Lieberfarb ·

There is a logic behind pairing food and wine, that once learned, can be applied to most situations. Wine can taste even better with food, and local wine often pairs well with local cuisine. At Mayo Family Winery, in Kenwood, they offer an educational and sensory guide to local food and wine pairings for visitors of the Sonoma Valley […]

Filed Under: Food, Photo Galleries, Photos of Sonoma, Sonoma County Food, Sonoma County Travel, Sonoma County Wine, Sonoma County Wineries, Sonoma Valley Wine, SonomaChat, THINGS TO DO, Travel, WINE TASTING ROOMS, Winery Reviews · Tagged: mayo family winery, mayo winery, sonoma, sonoma valley, sonoma valley wine, sonoma wine, sonoma wine food, sonomachat, wine food pairing

Iron Horse Vineyards Sebastopol, Sonoma History

July 12, 2016 · by Amy Lieberfarb ·

This year marks the 40th anniversary of Iron Horse Vineyards, a quintessential California tasting room, for visitors who enjoy sparkling wine. And who doesn’t love a great glass of bubbly?!? This milestone recently culminated in a celebration with wine, food and entertainment on the beautiful property atop the Sebastopol Hills. Wine club members and winery fans […]

Filed Under: Events, Russian River Wine, Sonoma County Travel, Sonoma County Wine, Sonoma County Wineries, SONOMA EVENTS, THINGS TO DO, Travel, Wine Country Events, WINE TASTING ROOMS, Winery Reviews · Tagged: iron horse sonoma, iron horse sparkling, iron horse vineyards, iron horse wine, joy sterling, sonoma bubbly, sonoma county, sonoma sparkling wine, sonoma wine, sparkling wine, wine tasting

Fun, Unique & Amusing Facts About Wine

July 6, 2016 · by Amy Lieberfarb ·

Wine is an age old tradition. Here is a variety of fun, odd, and amusing facts about wine, grapes, vineyards and winemaking. Courtesy of #SonomaChat, an on-line, Twitter-based conversation about our favorite subject — WINE!! SonomaChat happens Every Wednesday 6-7pm Pacific Standard Time. Anyone & everyone can join in the conversation. See you there… Fun Facts […]

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Great Wines & Fabulous Experiences – A Commitment to Sonoma County at Coppola Winery

June 29, 2016 · by Amy Lieberfarb ·

This is a place to celebrate the love of life in Sonoma County. Plus, there is a LOT of fabulous wine. The location is basically a “Wine Wonderland” with something new to do and see around each bend. Oh, and there is a glass waiting around each bend… too! A slice of wine country bliss can […]

Filed Under: Healdsburg Wine, Photo Galleries, Photos of Sonoma, Restaurant Reviews, Sonoma County Food, Sonoma County Travel, Sonoma County Wine, Sonoma County Wineries, SonomaChat, THINGS TO DO, Travel, WINE TASTING ROOMS, Winery Reviews · Tagged: coppola wine, coppola wine tasting, coppola winery, francis coppola wine, healdsburg, sonoma county wine, sonoma tasting room, sonoma winery, sonomachat, tasting room

Wine & Food Paired With Breathtaking Views of Dry Creek Valley

June 20, 2016 · by Amy Lieberfarb ·

Wine, Food, Views, Oh My! An expansive winery patio perched high above the valley floor, combined with acres of vines stretched out before you, and some amazing wine and food choices. Not too shabby. With all of the options available, it is easy to find YOUR perfect wine experience at Sbragia Family Winery in Dry Creek Valley. […]

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Mayacama Mountain Views & Muscardini Wine Sips

May 28, 2016 · by Amy Lieberfarb ·

The Muscardini Tasting Room is a boutique stop along Highway 12 to sip, enjoy the views and relax awhile. It is a place where one can drink and enjoy while promoting an artisan handcrafted wine making style. Crafted with Joy, For the Joy of Living… is the slogan at Muscardini Cellars in Kenwood, California. Vineyards were […]

Filed Under: Photo Galleries, Sonoma County Travel, Sonoma County Wine, Sonoma County Wineries, Sonoma Valley Wine, SonomaChat, Travel, Wine, Wine Country Events, WINE TASTING ROOMS, Winery Reviews · Tagged: kenwood california, muscardini cellars, muscardini wine, muscardini winery, sonoma valley, sonoma valley wine, sonomachat, wine tasting

Festival Survival Guide for BottleRock Napa Valley

May 27, 2016 · by Amy Lieberfarb ·

Who to see, what to drink and how to survive. A Guide to Everything BottleRock Napa with Top Hot Spots for Wine Country Shenanigans… Get your wine glass, fashion favorites and your picnic bag ready. This Memorial Day LIVE music festival is a favorite among locals and visitors alike. With a stellar line up for 2017, Bottle Rock […]

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Amidst Vineyards, Relax at The Kenwood Inn & Spa

May 21, 2016 · by Amy Lieberfarb ·

A private, peaceful, relaxing, and exclusive oasis in Sonoma County. Take pampering to a whole new level. In earthly surroundings with rolling hills of vineyards enveloping the grounds, Kenwood Inn & Spa offers a top spa destination paired with the delicious taste of Northern California’s Wine Country. You don’t have to be a wine lover to enjoy […]

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Russian River Valley Wine Has Balance and Elegance on Balletto’s Sebastopol Hill Vineyards

May 14, 2016 · by Amy Lieberfarb ·

A wine to perfectly complement a meal, all the while, evolving in the glass to heighten the food experience itself. This is what you will find inside a bottle of Balletto Vineyards. Balletto Estate Vineyards are located in the coolest, southern most tip of the Russian River Valley where a ceaseless ebb and flow of Pacific Ocean […]

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Sonoma County Barrel Auction 2016 Photo Gallery

May 7, 2016 · by Amy Lieberfarb ·

Sonoma County’s 2nd Annual Barrel Auction, #SoCoBa was held from April 28 through 30th, 2016. This year’s auction was even more successful then the last. Presented by the Sonoma County Vintners, the Sonoma County Barrel Auction is a live auction of wine futures from the county’s top growers and winemakers. These once-in-a-lifetime wines represent the exceptional stylistic […]

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Sonoma’s Top Wine Growers Gathered to Raise Over $690,000 at the Sonoma Barrel Auction

May 3, 2016 · by Amy Lieberfarb ·

An event that offers the chance to buy wine futures while mingling with people that are in the top of the industry… Sonoma County Barrel Auction is a one-of-a-kind chance to purchase lots never before seen and never seen again. The 2nd Annual Sonoma County Barrel Auction opened to much success and closed out with […]

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Deeply Rooted in the Sonoma County Wine Community at Rodney Strong Vineyards

April 25, 2016 · by Amy Lieberfarb ·

The terroir speaks for itself at Rodney Strong Vineyards. In an area like Sonoma, known for grape growing… some vines have deep roots in the soil… and in the community. A visit to the Rodney Strong Tasting Room, is like a higher education on the terroir of Sonoma, with 14 estate vineyards offering a “vineyard to […]

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Barrel Auction Builds Passion for Sonoma Wine

April 13, 2016 · by Amy Lieberfarb ·

It is once again time to celebrate the spirit of fabulous Sonoma County wines… The amazing hospitality, the breathtaking vineyard views and the generosity of patrons and vintners alike ….. are what make this annual event so special. Featuring a myriad of activities for all to enjoy, this year’s auction sounds like it will be as successful as the last.  April 28-30 – […]

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Wines & Views to Gawk At In Sonoma County, CA

April 3, 2016 · by Amy Lieberfarb ·

Come Visit & Slow Down for Awhile… A fitting slogan for the pace and lifestyle at Gundlach Bundschu Winery in Sonoma. In the 1800’s when Jacob Gundlach first found himself down the long winding road towards the property, he fell in with the setting immediately and decided to… Stay for Awhile… Present Day – The family […]

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