A philosophy of respecting the wine grape’s origins in the vineyard and making good juice accordingly… Bill Price was a true pioneer of new vineyard plantings seeing unrealized potential and greatness where others saw only… dirt. Three Sticks is a real steward of the land in Sonoma County, California. Some of these vineyard sites themselves are […]
Harvest On Mountain Vineyards of the West Coast
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 […]
Exploring Food & Wine Pairings At Mayo Winery
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 […]
Mayacama Mountain Views & Muscardini Wine Sips
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 […]
Single Vineyard Wine at Patz & Hall Sonoma House
Tasting through Single Vineyard Wine is one of the best ways to educate your palate on true “sense of place”. Terroir matters in the vineyard. Terroir is important due to the combination of elements suited to growing a particular varietal of grape at one specific location. To label your bottle as a “Single-Vineyard” wine, while also keeping […]