What is a “Wine Road” one might ask … & where can I get on? The Wine Road: A treasure map to the many jewels nestled among the hills and valleys of a region where fresh air, fine wine and exquisite cuisine await those who traverse it. Get your glass ready. Celebrating it’s Ruby Anniversary […]
Wine Is Grown In The Vineyard at Dane Cellars
There is early evidence that grape vine cultivation dates back in history 7,000 years. As far back as the Neolithic period, people have been cultivating wild grape vines to produce wine. Do the techniques used in the vineyard affect the overall product ~ Wine? In Sonoma County, the terroir seems ideal for growing many different […]
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 […]
Discover Sonoma County Wine #SonomaChat
Weekly on SonomaChat, we feature a new Guest Host from Sonoma County. You know what… There is a wine for that. Sonoma County pairs PERFECTLY with wine, food & good times. On January 20, 2016, #SonomaChat, a weekly conversation and wine lover community on Twitter will pair with Guest Host www.discoversonomacountywine.com & Jolene Patterson to Educate […]
Sonoma County Wine Lounge Is In SF For The Big Game
No matter what I find myself doing… It’s probably… Better with Wine. Football is no exception, bring on the big pours! This year for the 50th Game, Sonoma County is an official destination partner of the Super Bowl 50 Host Committee. How wonderful. Sonoma County will be providing wines to The Host Committee for its […]
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. […]
2015 Photo Gallery Sonoma Wine Country Weekend
Watching the wine community come together in Sonoma County to lend a hand to at-risk children and to dedicate themselves to improving local childhood literacy rates was quite moving this past week. READ MORE HERE – Sonoma Wine Country Weekend Raised Over $4Million for Sonoma County Beneficiaries Raising over $4 million dollars for Sonoma County Beneficiaries with […]
Raised Over $4Million as Wine Country Weekend Aids Sonoma County Beneficiaries
Have a glass from an award winning wine region, enjoy small bites by famous chefs… AND Raise money for children in need. Fund the Future. It takes a village… Watching the wine community come together in Sonoma County to lend a hand to at-risk children and to dedicate themselves to improving local childhood literacy rates was […]
What is #SonomaChat?
A Hashtag… & A NonProfit Idea. It is an online community that loves and chats about Sonoma wine AND… some wonder, is there more to it?!? Simple Answer: Yes. There is more. The hashtag #SonomaChat was started with just one tweet paired with much enthusiasm by founder: Amy Lieberfarb and her audience of wine-lovers. #SonomaChat happens every Wednesday from […]
Sonoma Wine Country Weekend Giving Back
The Chefs Serve. The Winemakers Pour. The Proceeds Matter. Giving you a Taste of Sonoma… with access to the people who grow and create some of the world’s most amazing wine and food… Sonoma Wine Country Weekend September 4-6th 2015 continues to please year after year. The weekend is the County’s largest charity event and one that draws […]