Red Car Wines has a tasting room along Graton Rd in Sebastopol is another favorite place to stop for me. Ken Wagonner, a close friend and social media Guru, and me have stopped by and visited during the holidays for a fun filled tasting line up and I had visited them previously when I was introduced […]
Senses Wines Sonoma Coast on SonomaChat
“We’re farmers first, then winemakers.” –Senses Wines “Sonoma Coast Wines made from small batch family owned vineyards and we are talking Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, Sign me up. When I first chatted with co-founder of Senses Wines Christopher Strieter about Guest Hosting an upcoming SonomaChat, he had mentioned taking the whole gang over to Zazu […]
Laurel Glen Vineyards on SonomaChat
#SonomaChat was hosted by Laurel Glen Vineyards located in Glen Ellen, California in June of 2014. They were our very 1st Guest Host on Twitter, partnered with Patz & Hall Winery in Sonoma, CA. Our big thanks to Bettina Sichel for her hospitality, big pours and smiling face. It is always a pleasure to see […]
Patz & Hall Sonoma House Wine on SonomaChat
When I first heard that Patz & Hall were opening a new tasting room, I was more than excited. I have been a fan of their Pinot Noir for many years! Having the tasting room as close as Sonoma, California is terrific as I am able to visit often and also have a sip or […]
WoodFour Brewing at The Barlow SonomaChat
I met Olav, one of the founders at WoodFour Brewing in Sebastopol, a few weeks before they Guest Hosted a SonomaChat Food & Beer Pairing to die for. Much impressed was our crew of Wine Lovers at the spread of food and sour beers that WoodFour Brewing Co Owners Seth & Olav along with Chefs Jamil & […]
Chateau Diana in Dry Creek on SonomaChat
Sunflowers in bloom and rows of vines beyond. Sounds like a good place to sip wine if you ask me. Chateau Diana on the Dry Creek Road tour of Wineries in Sonoma County is alovely spot and I had the pleasure of visiting recently when Teri hosted a SonomaChat from the patio and tasting room. […]
St Francis Winery Food & Wine Pairings
“Wine is meant to be with food – that is the point of it.” -Julia Child I remember my first experience pairing food and wine together while on a tasting room tour of Wine Country. Before this, I had simply gone wine tasting with a few friends and stopped at a restaurant in between. We […]
Flamingo Resort Champagne Brunch Staycation
I always enjoy an Endless Champagne Brunch while dining on Wine Country eats. Perhaps an eggs benedict might come into play. Yes, please. Sunday brunch, as you can imagine, is a favorite time of the week for me. I am lucky to live where there are many great options for a Wine Country brunch within […]
Kaiken Malbec Mendoza, Argentina – Somm Chat
Wine lovers like to share their knowledge, talk, sip & swirl with others who also appreciate the art that goes into making a bottle of wine. For us real wine geeks, there are weekly chats on twitter for Wine & for Sommeliers. Featuring wine experts, winemakers, master sommeliers, CSW’s, etc.; it is a plethora of knowledge […]
Lucky Wine Kids Rock Cline Cellars Field Trip
Growing up in Wine Country is such a extraordinary experience for a child. Recently I had the pleasure of accompanying 30 exuberant (to say the least) 4th graders on a field trip to Cline Cellars and their California Mission Museum. The evening prior to the Mission field trip, I had glanced at the form to see […]
How To Taste Wine For The Novice
I am often asked, how do you taste wine like a pro? Living in Wine Country, I must say I have heard many an opinion on this subject. Follow my wine tasting notes below but remember to schedule a visit to the right winery as well and do research prior to your visit. Some people, myself included, […]
Amapola Creek Winery Makes A Fierce Cabernet
This year for the Annual Sonoma Reserve Wine Event, I decided to enjoy the small batch tour of wineries which were all off of the beaten path. Right decision. Most of the spots we visited on this day were located on steep terrain with wonderful views and also a difficult climb for the vehicles. The […]
How To Clean Your Wine Glasses The Right Way
Cleaning your wine glasses properly is a must. Water spots can leave permanent blemishes and red wine left overnight leaves a stain. Cleaning wine glasses is easy. It simply takes know how and a good rinse to leave them sparkling. Chin Chin… Crystal-ware is a porous material so it will absorb things easily. When winding down an […]
Hands-On Gourmet SF Cooking Wine Country Style at Jacuzzi Cellars Sonoma
Spring has sprung in Wine Country California. I had the pleasure of attending a Hands On Gourmet Private Cooking Party & Team Building Event at Jacuzzi Cellars in Sonoma Wine Country recently and meeting Executive Chef, Stephen Gibbs. And what a backdrop. From weddings, to corporate events to bachelorette parties… Jacuzzi Cellars in Sonoma County, most […]
Rustic Ambiance at Monti’s Santa Rosa Happy Hour
From the large wood-fired rotisserie, to the small or big bite plates featuring fresh local meats with seasonal produce, Monti’s Rotisserie & Bar in Santa Rosa has the true Wine Country comfort feel. Part of the Stark family of restaurants, Monti’s is a favorite of locals. In addition to Monti’s, Stark’s Reality Restaurants also owns Willis Wine Bar […]
Country Food with French Passion in Sonoma
With an ever changing seasonal menu, cheese & charcuterie platters that rock, and plenty of outdoor garden patio seating, you can guess that I’ve visited ‘the girl and the fig’ many a time before. A great stop for tourists and locals alike, Owner, Sondra Bernstein plates a fierce meal. The menu at the girl and the fig in […]
Asian Flora Conservation in Wine Country California
Sonoma County is chock full of diverse activities and landscapes for exploration. Have I mentioned lately how lucky I am to live here? Children who grow up here in Wine Country are equally lucky to live in such a beautiful place. I recently had the pleasure of accompanying a group of exuberant (to say the […]
Interactive Lunch with Chef Todd English in Napa
How many chances does one get to cook in a kitchen as fabulous as the one at Culinary Institute of America? In my case…so far only one. It was memorable to say the least, however, and I very much plan to schedule another visit and cooking class at CIA Greystone in Napa, California. Microsoft’s Bing […]
Fire Baked Pizza & Wine in Napa at Redd Wood
I had passed through the beautiful courtyard outside Redd Wood Restaurant in Napa but hadn’t had the pleasure to visit until recently. Even from the outside, with the building’s floor to ceiling windows and brick-lined walks, Richard Reddington’s new dining room is sure to draw one’s attention. Boasted as ” a superbly stylish Italian-inspired eatery” and […]
Epic Stop Rose’ Shots & Pinot at Red Car Wine
Rose shots are a fabulous thing says Erin with a smile. What a terrific idea and one that I have not seen or heard of yet. And let’s just say I have visited a tasting room or two. When I am presented with a new experience at a small tasting room, I can really appreciate […]
Winery Celebrating 25 Years of Family Ownership
Recently I had the pleasure of sipping on a wine that was bottled when I was a very young lass. Opening a vintage bottle at a dinner party celebrating 25 years of family ownership at Rodney Strong Vineyards, just seemed appropriate for Wine Country. A 1977 Alexander’s Crown Estate Bottled Sonoma Vineyards Cabernet Sauvginon, it […]
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