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 […]
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Sonoma’s Top Wine Growers Gathered to Raise Over $690,000 at the Sonoma Barrel Auction
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 […]
Wines & Views to Gawk At In Sonoma County, CA
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 […]
Premium Wines, Olive Oil, Handcrafted Vinegars, Oh MY! A Visit to BR Cohn Winery
Sampling wine, specialty foods and olive oils while lounging on a picturesque wine country estate. Yes, please. BR Cohn Winery offers all of these… and more. Tucked away down a long drive lined with ancient olive oil trees and row after row of vines, is a renovated 1920’s ranch house at the top of the hill. […]
Sonoma County Wine Appellations
In Sonoma County, you will find 17 American Viticultural Areas (AVAs, or appellations) – each with its own distinctive characteristics. Let’s learn more about what makes each region unique… According to the Sonoma County Vintners Website… Here are the current details: Sonoma County Appellations (AVA) Alexander Valley 15,000 vineyard acres / 42 wineries / AVA […]
Sonoma County Wine, Why Is It Soo Damn Good?
The Sun Rises in the East at the Mayacamas Mountains and stretches across the land westwards to the Pacific Coast, vineyards dotting the landscape along the way. Sonoma County wine bottles are said to be something special, and not just by the folks who live there. Shipped worldwide and judged across the globe in competitions as […]
2016 #SonomaChat Calendar of Guest Hosts
#SonomaChat is a weekly conversation on Twitter. Join Us Every Wednesday. Plan your Wine Wednesdays accordingly and have your glass ready! Join Host @SonomaChat Every Wednesday Night 5-6pm PST MAY MAY 4 – Barrel Auction & RRV La Paulee Dinner #SoCoBA ~ Host: Sonoma Winegrowers MAY 11 – Sonoma County Board of Supervisors Election ~ Host: Sonoma […]
Sonoma County’s Most Popular Wine Varietals
When people hear Pinot Noir….chances are good that Sonoma County comes to mind. But… Do you know what grape varietals are most widely grown in Sonoma? Since the popularity of the movie Sideways, it is a well known fact that many wine lovers flock to California wine tasting rooms to enjoy a glass of Pinot. […]
California Wine History Brought Back To Life at Buena Vista Winery in Sonoma
A Count can be an imposing character as he greets guests walking into the tasting room but…that is the point. The atmosphere of Buena Vista Winery is as much a part of the whole experience….. as is the wine itself. Founded in 1857 by Agoston Haraszthy, Buena Vista was California’s first premium winery. Agoston, the self-proclaimed […]
Valley Fire & How To Help Aid Relief Efforts
The Valley Fire burning in Lake & Napa County prompted evacuation of more than 17,000 people. Many organizations have pulled together to help house, feed and provide for evacuees. Mandatory evacuations are in place and may be for some time… First responders are critical. #SonomaChat, an online social community based in Sonoma County, California & […]
Elevating The Nuances of Each Wine… With Food
After 5 generations of family members grow up in Sonoma County’s Wine Country, it is safe to bet, they know how to eat & drink well. Fifth Generation Sonoma Wine-maker Steve Ledson has recently opened the new Zina Lounge at the Ledson Hotel on the historic Sonoma Square. It was great to visit recently and […]
Cabernet Food Challenge – Renowned Wine Country Educator & Chef – John Ash
When sitting down at a restaurant, many people, start with the food and next try to choose a wine to suit. Wine tasting is subjective. One’s palate knows what it likes and what it doesn’t. Wouldn’t it be wiser to choose a wine that we love, have a sip and THEN find a food item to suit…? […]
Pinot On The River Healdsburg Wine Walk
Most events that have the word “Pinot” in the name capture me and my attention. Especially those close to home. Living in the mecca for great California Pinot Noir is no joke to us Pinot-philes. And what a wine mecca Sonoma County is. With our cool climate hills, valleys and coastal ranges…those lucky Pinot grapes […]
Benziger Winery Biodynamic on SonomaChat
Biodynamic Wineries are something that I am still learning about and I was thrilled to have Benziger Winery host our most recent SonomaChat with their “Pinot Experience”. Not only was the hospitality level at top notch but the whole event took place in the historical family home with Chris Benziger himself seated at the head of […]
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 […]
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 […]
French California Cuisine in SF at Jardiniere
As a lover of dining French style and also San Francisco, this girl has enjoyed a meal at Jardiniere before. When a friend visiting from Toronto mentioned wanting to enjoy food and wine in San Francisco, Jardiniere came to mind. Known for their French-California Cuisine I though it was a good fit for a visiting […]
Rosso Italian Pizzeria In Petaluma’s Theatre District
I had heard about how terrific Rosso Pizzeria was in Santa Rosa and visited last week with a friend to enjoy the fire baked oven pizzas and the extensive local wine list. It was a lovely meal. On the way into the restaurant we ran into friends and local Sonoma County celebrities Cinnamon Metcalfe and […]
How Do You… #SonomaChat?
An on-line, conversation about our favorite subject — wine!! Getting excited? Me too. #SonomaChat is an online & LIVE worldwide social community. The twitter-based community is consistently sharing and engaging with us about wineries, restaurants, brands, makers & products 7 days a week using the hashtag to connect. A place for wine & food fans to connect with each […]
Little Zin Now & Then? Or A Lot… ZAP
Introducing Zinfandel outreach & education to thousands of consumers, market professionals & industry folk alike, The Zinfandel Advocates & Producers are ready for their biggest event of 2014. With only a few weeks until “Go Time”…I am hearing plenty of buzz about this world class varietal. This year’s event has been re-designed with the input of […]
2017 Food Events – Sonoma County
Each month, I try to choose a selection of fantastic Wine Country FOOD Events in Sonoma County, California. Featuring treats for wine lovers and foodies alike, this list is sure to satisfy one’s appetite for both food and wine country living. Have suggestions / additions for our list? Please Contact Us. FEBRUARY 2017 SATURDAY, APRIL 5TH – […]