1025 WCTM

WHAT’S INSIDE

On the Cover: V. Sattui Winery

MERCATO DEL GUSTO – Napa Valley’s New Destination for Wine & Food

Napa’s legendary V. Sattui Winery is embracing a new chapter –and the experience for visitors is as inviting as ever. The winery’s fabulously renovated marketplace, now called Mercato del Gusto, is fully open and ready to welcome guests. This vibrant new space invites visitors to explore an expanded selection of foods, wine pairings, and local specialties

2025

HARVEST GUIDE

Immerse Yourself in Wine Country

Visiting wine country during harvest season is a delightful immersion into the heart of winemaking culture, where every experience is rich with tradition and sensory delight.

OCTOBER 2025

ISSUE 10 | VOLUME 44

ON THE COVER:

10 | V. SATTUI WINERY

Mercato del Gusto – A New Destination for Wine & Food

14 | 2025 HARVEST GUIDE Immerse Yourself in Wine Country

24 | EXPLORING CIDERS IN WINE COUNTRY A Taster’s Guide

30 | SKUNK TRAIN’S LEGENDARY PUMPKIN EXPRESS All agourd!

32 | COME FOR THE WINE, STAY FOR THE OIL Wineries with Olive Oil Tastings

36 | GRATON RESORT & CASINO Winning Streak Continues

38 | WHAT’S NEW AND NOTABLE

• VJB Cellars, Kenwood Voted Best Tasting Rooms

• New West KnifeWorks New Breakthrough Knife by Award-winning Chef  Introduced

• Aperature Cellars, Healdsburg New Collage Tasting Experience

• Priest Ranch Winery, Yountville ‘Provisions Box’ Delivers Quality Curated Goods for Food Lovers!

39 | CORNER 103 REOPENS Guests are Welcome Back After Devastating Fire

42 | LAKE COUNTY History is Rich and Romantic

Join us for award-winning wines at our fun-filled tasting room offering stunning views of rugged mountains and surrounding vineyards

Home of 73 90+ Point Wines from Wine Spectator, Wine Enthusiast and Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate

WHAT’S INSIDE

Discover Lake County

| Sonoma County Geyserville, 62 Santa Rosa, 62 Downtown Healdsburg, 62 Petaluma, 62 Sonoma Valley, 40 Sonoma Plaza, 41 64 | Napa Valley Calistoga, 63 Yountville, 63 St. Helena, 63 Los Carneros, 63 Downtown Napa, 66

ESTATE GROWN FRENCH VARIETALS AND 125 YEAR OLD ZINFANDEL

Walk-ins welcome. Reservations recommended. 11600 Dunbar Road, Glen Ellen • 707-934-8604

ESTATE GROWN ITALIAN VARIETALS

Come and enjoy our award-winning wines, delicious wood-fired pizza, full-service Italian deli, marketplace, gelato and so much more! 60 Shaw Ave, Kenwood • 707-833-2300

KENWOOD RANCH

A WINE COUNTRY WEDDING VENUE

The perfect setting for celebrating any of life’s beautiful moments. Sonoma Highway, Kenwood • 707-833-2300 kenwoodranchevents.com

Adored by connoisseurs around the world, Beaulieu Vineyard continues to set the mark for rich, classic Napa Valley wines.

VISIT US

to experience Napa’s Original Cult Cab and taste our GEORGES DE LATOUR PRIVATE RESERVE NAPA VALLEY CABERNET SAUVIGNON. The 2021 vintage is #2 on the Top 100 Wines of 2024 list by Wine Spectator (11/24) and the 2022 vintage is releasing this fall!

SINCE 1981

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707-938-1783

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EDITORIAL CONTRIBUTORS

Jillian Baker

Barbara Barrielle

Jennifer Dadesho

Ronda Giangreco

Yvonne Horn

Laura Ness

Jody Purdom

Layne Randolph

Tanya Seibold

Donald Sonderling

Melissa Vogt

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Sonoma County > Allan Cates Allan@WineCountryThisMonth.com 707-331-6204

Lake County > Jim Cates jim_wctm@yahoo.com 707-695-9550

Lodi, Livermore, Sierra Foothills > Len Napolitano lsnapoli@earthlink.net 805-712-4471

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MERCATO DEL GUSTO

Napa Valley’s New Destination for Wine & Food

BY JODY PURDOM

Napa’s legendary V. Sattui Winery is embracing a new chapter –and the experience for visitors is as inviting as ever.

The winery’s fabulously renovated marketplace, now called Mercato del Gusto, is fully open and ready to welcome guests. This vibrant new space invites visitors to explore an expanded selection of foods, wine pairings, and local specialties - all served with the warmth and hospitality that make V. Sattui a Napa Valley tradition. Enjoy tastings, picnics on the beautifully landscaped grounds, seasonal events, and family-friendly experiences that make every visit memorable.

The renovated space introduces exciting upgrades: sapele mahogany hardwood bars, wide oak plank floors, all-seated wine bar tastings with expanded food pairings, a 26-foot vertical refrigerated cheese wall, Italian deli and cheese cases, a central grab-and-go island, and a dramatic 20-foot-diameter circular wine bar with a hanging wrought-iron bottle chandelier. Additional improvements include a new roof clerestory to bring in natural light, refreshed outdoor patios, and a welcoming stone façade –soon to be complete with handmade entrance doors currently making their way from Central America (worth the wait, we promise!).

PHOTOS BY JOANNA SALAZAR

Picnics and outdoor gatherings remain central to the guest experience at V. Sattui, ensuring that the winery is welcoming to visitors of all backgrounds. The winery continues to prioritize accessibility, offering walk-ins, new wines by the glass, locally inspired pricing, and family-friendly amenities — demonstrating that Napa Valley hospitality can remain inclusive even during significant upgrades.

Coinciding with the winery’s 50th anniversary, the Mercato reopening celebrates five decades of winemaking excellence and community connection. Guests can now enjoy everything from curated cheese sampling to chocolate truffle and wine pairings, and seasonal tastings inside the fully completed Mercato del Gusto – a space that continues its legacy as both a beloved gathering place and a culinary destination for generations to come.

A major highlight for visitors is the newly launched Wines by the Glass in the Mercato Tasting Room. Curated alongside a Michelin-star Pairing Plate menu by Stefano Masanti, the offering combines approachable wine tastings with thoughtful culinary pairings. Stefano and his wife Raffaella, who run a Michelin-star restaurant in Italy, bring their expertise to Napa Valley for seven months of the year, creating culinary magic for V. Sattui’s group events and weddings.

Cheese and charcuterie selections, curated by cheesemonger James Ayers, feature nearly 300 cheeses and premium salumi, including specialties from the winery’s own salumeria. Seasonal deli offerings, fresh sandwiches, panini, pastas, salads, and house-made desserts complement the wines, creating a memorable sensory experience for every visitor.

V. Sattui Winery’s renovation proves that even as spaces evolve, hospitality and accessibility remain central. Guests can now enjoy the sights, tastes, and traditions of Napa Valley in a reimagined marketplace, building new memories on a foundation of five decades of craftsmanship, community, and celebration.

FRIDAY-SUNDAY 9AM-6PM, MONDAY-THURSDAY 10AM-6PM 1111 White Lane, St Helena • 707-963-7774

Good To Know

• Mercato Tasting Room – All-seated tastings for a focused, relaxing experience

• Chef Curated Menus – Seasonally inspired dishes by Mercato Chef Jeffrey Lloyd and Michelin Star Chef Stefano Masanti

• Seasonal Selections – Wines paired with artisan cheeses, charcuterie, and small plates

• Accessible Pricing – Designed to welcome all guests while offering “more for less”

• Expert Guidance – Cheesemonger James Ayers leads curated cheese and salumi tastings.

• Weddings & Group Events – The Napa Valley winery destination for celebration

• Wines by the Glass – Newly launched Mercato Tasting Room experience

• Educational Tours – Learn the history and winemaking process

• Family-Friendly Activities – Picnic areas and openair seating are kid and pet friendly

Epic Annual Events

World-class wines, gourmet food, and lively celebrations bring people together in unforgettable Napa Valley style.

• October 17– Crush Party

Step behind-the-scenes of a working winery. Live music, Tuscan food stations, barrel tasting, grape stomp and more!

• January/February – Barrel Tasting & New Release Party

Taste dozens of wines straight from the barrel; hearty food stations, live music.

• April – Lobster Fest

Dine like royalty under the Big Top in Vittorio’s Vineyard.

• May –Winemaker’s Dinner

A night filled with an abundance of fun, laughter, exceptional wine, and phenomenal food. Member’s only.

• July/August –Festa Italiana –A Mid-summer Italian Festival

An outdoor festival straight out of the villages of Toscana and Lombardia – mouthwatering food and raucous laughter, lively music and old friendships, dancing under the stars and, of course, your favorite V. Sattui wines.

• September –Harvest Ball

World-class entertainment, transcendent culinary delights and, of course, a selection of highly-acclaimed wines will be yours to indulge in as you revel in the sights, sounds and flavors of the biggest party of the year!

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HARVEST GUIDE

Immerse Yourself in Wine Country

Visiting wine country during harvest season is a delightful immersion into the heart of winemaking culture, where every experience is rich with tradition and sensory delight.

Participate in a lively grape stomp, where you and fellow visitors gleefully crush clusters of ripe grapes underfoot, laughing as your toes squish through the fragrant, purple juice.

Enjoy a sumptuous dinner in the vineyards, dining al fresco under a canopy of twinkling lights surrounded by rows of grapevines with the sun setting behind rolling hills and rugged mountains. The evening air is filled with the aroma of freshly prepared dishes paired with local wines, creating a feast for both the palate and the eyes.

Hike through the vineyards, traversing scenic trails that wind through the rows of vines, offering panoramic views. This combination of interactive activities, gourmet experiences, and natural beauty makes visiting wine country while harvest is in full swing an unforgettable celebration of the art and joy of winemaking.

VINEYARD HIKES

Alexander Valley Vineyards, Healdsburg | Ongoing

Get an insider’s view exploring the vineyards while tasting the wines where they grow. After the hike, relax and enjoy the views with a wine-country boxed lunch. This is an easy walking tour, but there are hills and dirt trails. $85, 10:30am daily. Hikes are available weather permitting; call to confirm. Reservations required 48 hours in advance.

HARVEST MAGNUM EXPERIENCE

Iron Horse Vineyards, Sebastopol Saturdays & Sundays through November 16

Experience the most exhilarating time of year – when the grapes are picked, the cellar hums with the rhythm of fermentation, and the air carries the scent of crushed fruit and possibility. This festive and elevated tasting showcases Iron Horse’s most exceptional sparkling wines, all poured from magnums. Savor four standout cuvées – including the legendary 2007 Joy! and the luminous 2016 Stargazing – and discover why magnums are the ultimate format for age-worthy bubbly. Your tasting includes an individual charcuterie box (vegetarian option available), thoughtfully curated to complement the wines and highlight the bright, seasonal flavors of Sonoma County.

$75, 10:30am & 1pm

HARVEST TOUR

Whitehall Lane Winery, St. Helena | Through October

This exclusive tour will put you right in the action of harvest, witnessing the pressing of fresh grapes, showing you where the grape juice becomes wine. You will be guided through the process, where it rests in barrel and how the wine is finished. Enjoy a taste each step of the way before sipping in the stunning view of the Mayacamas Mountains from the Garden Pavilion. $75, Monday-Friday 11am, exploretock.com/whitehalllane

FALL ESTATE GARDEN LUNCHEON

Alexander Valley Vineyards, Healdsburg | October 4

Enjoy a seasonal wine country lunch with items prepared straight from the garden while enjoying AVV wines and breathtaking views after an insider’s tour of the winery. You’ll be surrounded by vineyards, garden, and historic property, seated on the Wetzel Family Estate patio, as you enjoy this special wine country menu with items straight from the garden. $98+, 11:30am-2:30pm

HARVEST EXPERIENCE

Amici Cellars, Calistoga | Through October 17

This intimate group tasting of up to 8 guests begins at the tasting room with a splash of white wine, followed by an immersive winery tour. Then, return to the estate house to sample current-release wines paired with cheese and charcuterie. Your tasting may also include fresh-pressed grape juice or a barrel sample based on the day’s harvest! $125, Mondays-Fridays 10:30am

HARVEST PARTY

Whitehall Lane Winery, St. Helena | October 4

Come to the Harvest Party and see how it all happens from grape to glass. Enjoy new wine releases and small bites while cozying up in the Garden Pavilion surrounded by vineyards. $78+, 3-6pm, exploretock.com/whitehalllane

HARVEST HAPPY HOUR

St. Francis Winery & Vineyards, Santa Rosa | October 3 & 17

Celebrate the joy of gathering – sharing wine, laughter, and the simple pleasure of being together with friends, family, and fellow wine lovers. Sip wines as the sun sets, take in the golden glow of harvest in the vineyards, and enjoy the magic of this special time of year in Sonoma. Wines will be available for purchase by the glass, plus a generous grazing table of complimentary snacks. To make things even sweeter, there will be rides on the famous St. Francis Tasting Trolley.

IMMERSIVE CAVE TOUR & TASTING EXPERIENCE

Alexander Valley Vineyards, Healdsburg | Saturdays & Sundays

Experience an exclusive wine cave tour and tasting in Sonoma County’s largest underground wine cave, where you’ll have the opportunity to taste wine straight from the barrel. Discover the rich history of the valley’s namesake, Cyrus Alexander, along with the pioneering Wetzel family who helped shape winemaking in the Alexander Valley. As you’re guided through the cave, you’ll taste five unique AVV wines, while learning about the winemaking process, the construction of the cave and life on this working farm. This 60-minute, one-of-a-kind experience is offered on Saturdays and Sundays at 1pm. Space is limited and advanced reservations are required.

HARVEST PARTY

Benziger Family Winery, Glen Ellen | October 4

Come for a toe-tappin’, glass-clinkin’ good time at Benziger’s family-friendly Harvest Party!

Celebrate the harvest season with delicious wine, tasty BBQ, and fun activities for all ages like face painting and mini tram tours, and country line dancing to live music. $75, $25/minors, 2-5pm

TASTING ON THE LAWN

Charles Krug Winery, St. Helena | October 4

In honor of the Mondavi Family Heritage, Charles Krug Winery will celebrate “Italian Harvest”. Taste through the entire portfolio of limited release and Family Reserve wines as you walk the historic estate. What better pairing than Nash Cognetti’s Tuscan-inspired menu featuring, an Heirloom Tomato Carving Station, grilled to order Bistecca and Chicken al Mattone, Handmade Pasta, Wood-Fired Pizzas and Gelato Bar – plus live music, dancing, and so much more. Walk the tented Italian inspired market, full of local purveyors and artists. Come thirsty and with an appetite! $145+, 11am-3pm

A SPARKLING AFFAIR:

BUBBLES & CAVIAR

Dry Creek Vineyard, Healdsburg | October 4

Bask in the energy of the harvest season as you sample the return of this fan-favorite Sparkling Chenin Blanc. Bubbles will be paired with indulgent caviar by The Caviar Co. and seasonal bites from Camber, plus fall-inspired wines in the vineyard garden and a photo op with Claudine, the vintage Citroën van. It’s the ultimate harvest season toast, and you’re invited!

HARVEST PARTY AND PARADISE BLOCK RELEASE

Grgich Hills Estate, St. Helena | October 4

Don’t miss the debut of the 2021 Paradise Block Old Vine Cabernet Sauvignon – a single-vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon born from some of the oldest Cabernet vines in the Napa Valley.

• Hog Island Oysters & Graze Provisions

• Family-Style Dinner by The Q • Grape stomp

• Live Music by Charged Particles • Espresso & Affogato Cart

• Exclusive First Taste of the new Paradise Block release

HARVEST PARTY

AXR Napa Valley, St. Helena | October 4

This down-home, relaxed event is a great way to share the energy that harvest brings and to raise a glass to the hard work behind the 2025 harvest. Join in this annual celebration, with lively music and food stations to be paired with your favorite AXR wines. $200, 5-8pm

DAVIS BYNUM FARM TO FORK LUNCH

Rodney Strong Vineyards, Healdsburg | October 4

Come for a Farm-to-Fork Lunch in the Vineyards, featuring Davis Bynum wines alongside Winemaker Greg Morthole. Savor a fresh, locally inspired, familystyle meal perfectly paired with these iconic wines, all while dining among the vines for a truly immersive wine country experience. $125, 11am-2pm

HARVEST CELEBRATION & FALL WINE CLUB PICK-UP

Bartholomew Park Winery, Sonoma | October 4

Join wine club members for a day of harvest celebration. Delight in grape stomping, acoustic music, current and library wines, and exclusive offers as you indulge in savory and sweet treats. Come enjoy the beauty of fall in the Oak Knoll (weather permitting). $85 general public, $30 members; 2-4pm

HARVEST FARMERS MARKET

Clos du Val, Napa | October 5

This family-event is the perfect way to experience the height of harvest season. Celebrating its new Hirondelle Estate wine releases with Winemaker Carmel Greenberg, local farmers, chefs, and artisans who share the same values and sustainable practices will gather together. Vendors include Melody Raye Flowers, Charsaw Farms, Covet Ceramics, Golden Sunset Candles, Napa Bookmine, Scarlata Farms Olive Oil, Napa County Seed Library, Gerard’Z Honeybees, Katya’s Sourdough, and Maya Bauman Jewelry. $125, 11am-2pm

HARVEST GRAPE STOMP

Bella Winery, Healdsburg | October 4

Step into the winemaking tradition with a lively grape stomp event featuring fantastic live music by Chris Rovetti Duo and food The Spot Food Truck. The Bella Backyard + Caves are where the magic comes to life. From lively gatherings on the lawn during harvest, complete with lawn games and seasonal festivities, to intimate moments in the cave surrounded by barrels and history, these events are an invitation to celebrate what makes Bella special. All festivities are included with your wine tasting.

WINEMAKER’S BOOTS TOUR, TASTING & LUNCHEON

ZD Wines, Napa | October 10, 10:30am

Go behind the scenes and step into ZD’s winery cellar during the exciting time of harvest! Led by world-class winemakers, guests will explore in-depth practices of how the grape gets from the vineyard to your glass. Finish the tour with a wine tasting and lunch prepared by Winery Chef Jill deLeuze Billeci, ZD's 3rd generation of the founding family. This tour is limited to 16 guests $175, zdwines.com

HARVEST PARTY

Anaba Wines Vintners House, Sonoma | October 5

Delicious pours of Anaba wines (plus a few harvest surprises) along with seasonal bites from the in-house culinary team, crafted to pair perfectly with each pour. Enjoy live music and the relaxed, convivial atmosphere that makes harvest so special. $75, 12-3pm

HARVEST WINEMAKER DINNER

B.R. Cohn Winery, Glen Ellen | October 10

Winemaker Glenn Hugo will be your host at this immersive live-fire dinner experience, where every dish is expertly prepared over an open flame, enhancing bold flavors and perfectly complementing our estate wines. Each course will be paired with B.R. Cohn’s finest selections, with Glenn sharing insights into the winemaking process and the unique character of this year’s harvest.

ANNUAL HARVEST PARTY & GRAPE STOMP COMPETITION

Benessere Vineyards, St. Helena | October 11

Come for this once-a-year event filled with friends, food, wine, and the epic Grape Stomp Competition. Enjoy a vineyard tour with Winemaker & General Manager Matt Reid, savor Italian appetizers, taste the newest Benessere wines, and indulge in an al fresco lunch. Live music will set the perfect vibe for the exciting stomp showdown – compete for glory and a fabulous prize. Don’t miss out on all the stomping fun! $145, 11am-3pm

HARVEST DINNER

Frank Family Vineyards, Calistoga | October 11

Join Senior Winemaker Todd Graff in celebrating this season’s bountiful harvest with an elegant dinner in the Estate Courtyard. The evening begins with a sparkling reception and passed canapés, followed by a multi-course feast featuring fresh, in-season ingredients. Each course is thoughtfully paired with Frank Family’s exceptional estate wines, including rare library selections, specially curated for this occasion. $325, 6-9pm

WINEGROWERS CLUB HARVEST PICK UP LIVE MUSIC & CHARCUTERIE

Langtry Farms Winery, Middletown, Lake County | October 11

Come for an afternoon of great wine, good company, and scenic views to celebrate the season! Relax to the sounds of live music, enjoy a generous charcuterie spread, and taste through the newest wine releases – crafted exclusively for members. This event is complimentary for wine club members. Not a member? Join now!

PROFILE ESTATE HARVEST BRUNCH

Merryvale Vineyards, St. Helena | October 11

Join Merryvale Proprietors René and Laurence Schlatter in celebrating the release of the 2022 Profile and 2023 Silhouette amidst the picturesque hills above St. Helena. Indulge in an unforgettable al fresco dining experience crafted by Chef Nash Cognetti featuring seasonal ingredients perfectly paired with these exquisite new releases. Guests will also enjoy live music during this multi-course dining experience followed by tastings of select wines from the library. $295, 11am-2pm

FALL HARVEST PARTY

Ladera Napa Valley, Calistoga | October 11

Enjoy an afternoon filled with music, delicious seasonal bites, and, of course, a curated selection of Ladera’s finest wines. Celebrate the 2025 harvest, and meet the winemaking team as they share insights into this year’s vintage. $45, 12-3pm For tickets, search Ladera Vineyards on cellarpass.com.

DUNK THE WINEMAKER

Bella Winery, Healdsburg | October 11

Take your best shot at sending the winemaker into the water in this light-hearted and interactive event. Live music by Steve Pile. Festivities are included with your wine tasting.

7TH ANNUAL HARVEST PARTY

Bricoleur Vineyards, Windsor | October 12

Come for a festive day of wine, music, and community fun! Bring the whole family for lawn games, bocce, local vendors, and live music to celebrate the beauty of fall and the bounty of harvest. Your $10 entry fee will be donated to support cancer research, continuing the mission to Sip with Purpose. Celebrate the harvest season and enjoy a fun-filled day at the estate, where great wine, good company, and giving back come together. 11am-3pm

HEALDSBURG CRUSH: POURING ON THE PLAZA

Downtown Plaza Park, Healdsburg | October 12

Sample Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and sparkling wines from 60+ of California’s top producers, all in an open-air, walk-around format that celebrates the best of wine country. Enjoy VIP early access from 12–1pm, followed by general admission from 1–4pm. 100% of net proceeds go directly to Boys & Girls Clubs of Sonoma-Marin. $140, 12-4pm

CRUSH PARTY

V. Sattui Winery, St. Helena | October 17

Experience harvest during one of the most exciting times of year in the Napa Valley and step behind-the-scenes of a working winery! BIG open house, old-fashioned grape stomp, meet the growers and winemakers, live music by Reckless Envy! Menu of foods from live-fire Tuscan grill and wood-fired pizza ovens. Taste over 45 wines! Location: V. Sattui Winery Production-Fermentation Floor, Crush Pad, Underground Cellars & Caves, Vittorio’s Vineyard, Olive Grove, Vittorio Room & Tasting Room. $185, 6-10pm

HARVEST PARTY

Six Sigma Ranch and Winery, Lower Lake | October 18

Enjoy a wine flight with complimentary food pairing to celebrate the end of harvest. Check in at the tasting room then enjoy a hay ride to the wine cave. There, Proprietor Kaj Ahlmann will be hosting tours and barrel tastings. Add a note which tour you’d like when you make your reservation and we will let you know if you’re in! $45, ($10 deposit at time of reservation), 10am, 12pm, & 2pm, exploretock.com/sixsigmaranch

LEGACY HARVEST FESTIVAL

Landmark Vineyards, Kenwood | October 18

Celebrate the season with gourmet food stations, live music, and family-friendly activities, including lawn games and interactive attractions. Experience the best of harvest season. 11am-3pm

HARVEST DINNER

Robert Biale Vineyards, Napa | October 18

Celebrate harvest with a 3-course dinner paired with single-vineyard Zinfandel and Petite Sirah wines. Join Bob Biale and Winemaker David Natali as they discuss the vintage and magic of winemaking. $235

DONUT ON A STRING

Bella Winery, Healdsburg | October 18

A fun and sweet challenge for all ages … try to finish your donut hands-free while enjoying live music by Dustin Saylor.

HARVEST PARTY 2025

Salvestrin Winery, St. Helena | October 25

Celebrate with Salvestrin as they wrap up their 93rd harvest season with good music, delicious food and most importantly – exceptional wine. $53+, 12-3pm exploretock.com/salvestrinwinery

BEAU WINE TOURS

Discover the unparalleled beauty and vibrant energy of Napa Valley & Sonoma County during harvest season – an idyllic time to experience world-class wines, breathtaking vineyards, and unforgettable moments. Whether celebrating a special occasion, planning a short weekend escape, or organizing a large corporate retreat, Beau Wine Tours & Charter Services is your premier partner for all group sizes and occasions. Their dedicated groups and events department, combined with full-service concierge services, ensures a seamless, personalized experience from start to finish. Don’t wait – reserve your spot now to secure availability during this bustling season.

15% discount on hourly services; perfect for a wine tour! Whether you prefer a stylish BMW 7 series, a spacious Escalade, or the roomy convenience of a Mercedes Sprinter, Beau Wine Tours has just the right ride for you! To grab this wonderful offer, just book at least six hours of service from Sunday to Thursday. This special deal is available until October 31st! Call 1-800-387-2328 or email reservations@beauwinetours.com.

FALL MAKERS MARKET

Rodney Strong Vineyards, Healdsburg | November 8

Support 20+ local artisans and start your holiday shopping while enjoying a glass of wine. Treat yourself to some delicious bites available for purchase by local vendors, and mulled wine to keep you warm while enjoying the beautiful surroundings of the property. Rodney Strong wines by the glass and bottles will be available for purchase to enjoy at the winery – or take home a magnum to add to your holiday table. Free to attend, 12-3pm

EXPLORING CIDER in Wine Country A Taster’s Guide

BY TANYA SEIBOLD

For well over a century Sebastopol/West Sonoma County has been known as “apple country”. Many of the original apple orchards were planted in the 1800s during the Russian fur traders’ journey down the coast. Our beloved heirloom apple variety, Gravenstein, is a treasured gift of that period and just so happens to be one of the preferred apples of cidermakers for creating small-batch craft ciders. The region’s cider traditions have (thankfully) been revived by passionate producers dedicated to crafting artisanal ciders in a full range from dry and tannic to fruity and effervescent.

Horse & Plow

Founded by Chris Condos and Suzanne Hagins in 2008 making organic wine, Horse & Plow was established with a commitment to sustainability and authenticity. In 2016, they started crafting small-batch ciders reflecting Sonoma County’s unique terroir, using organic ingredients and traditional techniques. Their ciders are fermented naturally with wild yeasts, allowing the fruit's intrinsic qualities to shine.

The Ciders: From crisp and dry to aromatic and slightly sweet, the ciders cater to a broad range of tastes with seasonal offerings and experimental blends. They bottle condition them for natural carbonation (like Champagnes are made) and there is no sugar left at the end of that process.

Ethic Ciders

Founded in 2018 by Ned and Michelle Lawton, Ethic Ciders has quickly become a standout in Sonoma County’s cider community. Their commitment to regenerative agriculture and sustainability shapes every aspect of the orchard and every bottle they craft. The name Ethic embodies their dedication to responsible farming, environmental stewardship, and thoughtful business practices—values that shine through in each sip.

The Ciders: From crisp, dry classics to limited releases infused with local botanicals and fruit, Ethic’s lineup showcases both tradition and creativity. Most of their organic apples are grown in the home orchard or sourced from nearby dry-farmed orchards in Sebastopol.

Must Taste: FARMHOUSE CIDER

Dry and rustic, with a nod to Old World cider traditions. The flavor profile is crisp, complex, and layered. Bright apple notes balanced by earthy undertones and a touch of tannic structure. Made from a blend of local, organic heirloom varieties. The wild-fermented native yeasts give it a slightly funky edge.

Tasting: $25 includes four delicious, dry ciders, all made from apples grown in Sebastopol. Outdoor setting with two acres of gardens, orchards, and shady oaks. Well-behaved, leashed dogs allowed. 1272 Gravenstein Hwy N, Sebastopol

Must Taste: SCARLETT

A vibrant blend of local apples, blackberries, and raspberries, balancing bright apple acidity with the lush sweetness of summer berries.

Tastings & Experiences:

Visitors can enjoy rotating flights of seasonal ciders on draft, join special harvest events, and explore orchard tours that highlight Ethic’s farming philosophy. Guests are welcome to bring along a small picnic to savor with their ciders in the orchard.

8490 Occidental Road Sebastopol 415-717-4416

ethicciders.com

Dutton Estate

Dutton Estate Winery may be best known today for its exceptional Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, but its story is deeply rooted in West Sonoma County’s apple-growing legacy. Founders Tracy and Joe Dutton both come from families with long agricultural histories in the region. Tracy’s lineage traces back to the 1920s, when her greatgrandparents began farming apples and raspberries at Kozlowski Farms in Forestville. On Joe’s side, the Dutton family began farming in Sonoma County in the late 1890s, and today, Dutton Ranch now encompasses 300 acres of

Tilted Shed Ciderworks

8757 Green Valley Road Sebastopol duttonestate.com 707-829-9463

apples and more than 1,200 acres of wine grapes. In a nod to this rich heritage, Dutton Estate has crafted a vibrant, off-dry Hard Cider that celebrates the region’s apple legacy. Made from a blend of heirloom Gravenstein and Golden Delicious apples, the cider offers a crisp balance of tartness and sweetness. It’s available at the winery in convenient 24-packs of 16-ounce cans, bringing the Duttons’ agricultural past full circle and offering visitors a refreshing taste of Sonoma County’s fruitforward history.

A pioneer in Sonoma County cider, Tilted Shed is the O.G. cidery with all the quirky personality you’d expect from die-hard cider maker, Scott Heath, and his wife, Ellen Cavalli, the creative marketing guru behind the brand. Together, this duo have a lot of fun with the cider styles and labels and don’t take themselves too seriously. And they love cats; you’ll see them dotted throughout the cider collection and merchandise. But when it comes to their terroir-driven cider making, it's a serious business- a heartfelt mission, fueled by a deep passion to preserve Sonoma County’s rich apple-growing heritage, one carefully crafted cider at a time. If making cider wasn’t enough, the couple are currently restoring their 5.5-acre home orchard with over 200 rare apple trees through new plantings and propagations from cuttings.

The Ciders: Their line up appeals to both traditionalists and adventurer-seekers. Celebrated for their small-batch ciders, complex conferments, low-ABV shrub spritzes, and nonalcoholic ciders. Look for their Pommeau, Pet-Nats, and Blackberry, Quince, & Plum co-ferments.

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Must Taste: LOST ORCHARD

A tribute to forgotten apple varieties, this cider features bright acidity, earthy undertones, and a dry finish.

Tastings: Tilted Shed’s tasting space reflects a welcoming and unpretentious vibe. $10/person, per flight. Indoor and outdoor seating, and wellbehaved little ones (kids or dogs) are invited. No food service but you can bring your own snacks). No reservations necessary. Stop in for limited-edition ciders which are only available at the cidery.

7761 Bell Road, Windsor tiltedshed.com 707-657-7796

Goat Rock Cider Company

From wine to now full-time cider maker at his warehouse in Petaluma, owner Trevor Zebulon found his passion for craft cider after purchasing a property with over 50 apple and pear trees. The name is inspired by the iconic coastal landmark at Goat Rock and his growing collection of small-batch, seasonal ciders.

Goat Rock also offers seasonal cider making classes on select Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays in October and November from 9:30am-3:30pm. The $65/person fee includes picnic lunch, hard cider tasting, and some freshly pressed organic apple juice to take home and ferment. goatrockcider.com/cidermaking-classes.

The Ciders: Using spontaneous fermentation and wild yeasts, Goat Rock’s ciders develop complex flavors showcasing the heritage of the heirloom and ciderspecific apples. From dry, crisp, and balanced mainstay blends and special oak barrel-aged bottlings, to seasonal, limited-releases like Rosé Cider (apples fermented with passionfruit) and Perry (pear cider), there’s a cider for every palate.

Pomme Cider Shop and Taproom

Whether you are new to ciders or an experienced imbiber, tasting and learning about craft ciders just got a whole lot more fun at Pomme. Proprietors Jessica OlsonEaly and Rick Tranchina opened Sonoma County’s only cider tap room and bottle shop just steps off the historic Sonoma Plaza in 2022 with an impressive 18 taps and over 150 different bottled/canned ciders from the west coast and across the globe.

Rick and Jessica pride themselves on featuring many small, local producers to support these micro cideries. Each bottle is methodically taste-tested by them to ensure it meets their criteria of being a memorable cider–one that’s interesting on the palate, made well with high quality juice, and is true to its “style”. From crisp and bone-dry, to funky Basque and farmhouse ciders, to elegant, finely carbonated fresh styles more akin to a fine white wine, there’s a wide range in cidermaking…and Pomme has them all.

But that’s not all! Pomme Cider Shop also has a great selection of non-alcoholic cider and wine, as well as other cool mocktail-inspired drinks, (but not cocktails) plus a small and mighty selection of sake, vermouth, and pommeau.

Tasting: Tasting is casual and held right at the source in his production warehouse. Whatever is open, you can taste and buy. Use the online form to book: goatrockcider.com/contact 1364 N McDowell Blvd, Petaluma

Ealy and Rick love a good time. Think happy hour, tasting room takeovers, Sunday pop-ups, Cider + Dinner Series, and dope beats every day.

Awarded Excellence in Cider Hospitality by the American Cider Association in 2025

Happy Hour:

Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays 3-6pm

A delightful array of rotating mocktails, bar snacks, cider tastes by-the-glass. For those who would like to sample non-alcoholic ciders, or gluten-free options, Pomme has you covered with a nice variety to choose from.

531 Broadway Downtown Sonoma

Photo coursey of Six Sigma Ranch & Winery

Choose Your Adventure

Have wine YOUR way at Whitehall Lane Winery.

From traditional bar tastings to estate tours and seated venues, build your experience your way and even add a snack or two.

Elevated Cabernet Tasting

Sip in the views of the Mayacamas Mountains from our Club Room while savoring the most exquisite Cabernets in our collection, from library releases to single-vineyard wines.

Leo Trio

A quick and fun sip of three current-release wines, guided by one of our excellent educators, in our tasting room or on our front patio.

Winery Exclusive Flight

Enjoy a selection of fantastic Napa Valley wines that can only be found here. Relax in our Garden Pavilion among the vines and enjoy the sunshine (sunshine not guaranteed).

Add-Ons & Extras

Make your visit extra special by adding on a cheese or charcuterie plate, or schedule a picnic lunch from Oakville Grocery to enjoy during your tasting.

All agourd! Skunk Train’s Legendary Pumpkin Express

BY LAYNE RANDOLPH

The conductor’s cry of “All agourd!” signaled that this ride would be a lot of fun, and after two short toots on the horn, the train was off on its journey through the Mendocino redwoods to the highly anticipated destination: The Pumpkin Patch. Passengers nibbled on seasonal snacks and sipped warm cider (alcoholic options for adults) while the train climbed the steep east face of the Coastal Mountain Range. The little Pumpkin Express chugged along through Douglas Fir and Coastal Redwood forests, eventually passing through Tunnel #2 before descending into the redwood-thick Noyo River Canyon.

The historic Skunk Train has been on the rails through the Mendocino County redwoods since 1885, and it is busy yearround with other seasonal trips like the Mr. Skunk and the GIANT Christmas Tree Train and the Mushroom and Whisky Train. But there’s no better way to get in the mood for fall than to climb aboard the Pumpkin Express to pick a bright-orange pumpkin from a special patch located deep in the forest. The 1915 Skunk Train Depot, adorned with seasonal decorations, lavishes guests with Halloween spirit from October 1 to October 31.

It was recently named #5 on USA TODAY’s 10 Best Readers’ Choice Awards for Best Scenic Train Ride. One reason may be that there’s something for everyone on the Sunk Train’s Pumpkin Express. Nature lovers will be in heaven in the thick of the protected natural forests, and children will love the adventure. Anyone who enjoys celebrating holiday traditions can soak up the spirit of the pumpkin patch, nature’s fall colors and apple cider.

The round-trip experience is 16 miles, two hours long and leaves from the Willits depot off Hwy 101. Every ticket holder gets a pumpkin of their choice plus special activities for kids.

Other optional add-ons to make the trip even more memorable include a ride in the conductor’s cab for those over 18 and VIP tickets, which include advanced boarding, priority concessions, a picnic lunch, and a commemorative gift.   Feel free to ride the Pumpkin Express in your Halloween costume. It’s not just allowed; it’s encouraged!

Don’t wait! – Trips and tickets (and pumpkins!) are limited. So, grab your camera and jump on the Pumpkin Express for a fall adventure you will enjoy. Adult beverages available.

Experience is two hours and a pumpkin. Friday through Sunday and Wednesdays in October. Multiple times during the day.

skunktrain.com/pumpkin-express

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THE OLIVE PRESS

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Come For The Wine, Stay For The Oil

BY TANYA SEIBOLD

The same sun-drenched hillsides of wine country that ripen world-class grapes also nurture groves of olive trees. So it’s no surprise a growing number of wineries in both Napa and Sonoma are channeling their farming expertise into the artisanal craft of extra virgin olive oil, bringing the same care and terroir-driven approach that defines their wines.

Touring these wineries is a feast for every sense — where a wine tasting flight might just not end with a toast, but rather with a pour of peppery, fresh-pressed olive oil.

n Where to taste olive oil in Napa Valley

Round Pond Estate (Rutherford): The premier destination in Napa Valley for the art of olive oil and wine pairing. Their Gourmet Experience offers visitors a guided tasting of the estate’s fresh oils and indulge in perfectly paired seasonallyinspired small bites showcasing the versatility of each oil.

Gourmet Experience, by appointment, $95 Olive Oil Tasting, by appointment, $60 707-302-2575, roundbarn.com

Clif Family (St. Helena): Part of the Clif Bar family legacy, they dedicate the same attention to their exceptional olive oils as their world-class wines. A blend of Arbequina, Manzanillo, Sevillano, Koroneiki, and Mission varieties are handpicked to create their awardwinning oils. Their Pasto e Vino Lunch Experience showcases a flight of organic estate wines paired with a farm-to-table lunch featuring their oils and ingredients from the Clif Family Farm. Pasto e Vino Lunch Experience, 12:30pm by prior reservation, $195 707-968-0625, cliffamily.com

The Olive Press (at Jacuzzi Family Vineyards, Sonoma): Milling locally harvested olives into award-winning extra virgin oils for decades, The Olive Press produces a wide array of varietal-specific olive oils like Arbequina, Koroneiki, and Sevillano, fine culinary blends, and a beautiful range of agrumato olive oils where whole citrus fruits are crushed simultaneously with olives in the mill. In their Intro to the World of Extra Virgin Olive Oil tasting, you’ll learn how to properly taste olive oil, distinguish aromas and characteristics – from delicate to robust – and sample their balsamic vinegar, too. $30, by appointment; available at the Sonoma and Healdsburg locations. The Olive Press also has a third location at The Oxbow Public Market in Napa. 707-939-8900, theolivepress.com

n Where to taste olive oil in Sonoma Valley

Gloria Ferrer Winery (Sonoma): Best known as the first sparkling wine house in Carneros (1986), the estate specializes in méthode traditionnelle sparkling wines. Olive oil has been added to their artisanal offerings from trees planted on their Carneros estate. Choose from Arbequina Extra Virgin Olive Oil or their Tuscan Blend. Both are available in limited quantites from the winery or online. Visit the winery for either the Three-Course Culinary Experience or the Culinary Journey Experience. Both feature their olive oil cake for dessert. Or, it can also be ordered a la carte from the tapas menu available for purchase during the Taste of Carneros Experience 707-933-1986, gloriaferrer.com

n Where to taste in Northern Sonoma County

DaVero Farms & Winery (Healdsburg, Dry Creek Valley): The estate is Biodynamic® and Certified Organic and in addition to producing stellar wines, they also craft a selection of pure extra virgin olive oil using Tuscan varieties like Leccino, Frantoio, and Maurino. In their Garden Wine & Olive Oil Tasting , a casual, alfresco wine and olive oil tasting highlights biodynamically grown estate wines with olive oil and nibbles. Afterward, enjoy a self-guided tour of their Biodynamic® pollinator/edible garden and visit with their famous pigs. $45, 707-431-800, davero.com

Trattore Farms (Healdsburg, Dry Creek Valley): Family-owned with an emphasis on sustainable farming, Trattore nurtures both the vineyards and olive groves with the same eco-friendly mindset. Planted to Tuscan olive varieties, the oils are pressed on-site under the direction of owner and Master Miller, Mary Louise Bucher. Their Olive Oil Tasting features an impressive flight of 12 unique estate-milled olive oils and artisanal vinegars. A knowledgeable team member will guide you through each oil’s unique flavor profile to discover the craftsmanship behind every bottle. $24, 707-431-7200, trattorefarms.com

n Where to taste olive oil in Petaluma

McEvoy Ranch (Petaluma): McEvoy Ranch crafts organic, estate-produced olive oils and culinary products plus ODE, a line of olive oil-based beauty products. In operation for over thirty years, the McEvoy Ranch name is synonymous with quality. The familyowned, 550-acre working farm in Petaluma offers stunning views of the olive groves and vineyards as you relax and enjoy any number of their estate tastings. The Seasonal Tasting highlights the freshest seasonal produce from neighboring farms paired with their line of culinary and pantry products, and their highly popular Olive Oil & Gelato Tasting pairs three flavors of Fiorello’s Artisan Gelato with three oils. $35-$48, by appointment, 707-778-23077, mcevoyranch.com

Producing award-winning small lot wines from premier family-owned vineyards across Sonoma County and Napa Valley. Visit our downtown Petaluma tasting room today.

1 1 AM - 7 PM • 6 PETALUMA BLVD. N. TEXT/CALL 707.774.6699

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Wine Country’s Best: Graton Resort & Casino’s Winning Streak Continues

In the heart of Sonoma County’s vineyards, Graton Resort & Casino has redefined what it means to escape to Wine Country. From elegantly appointed rooms and a serene Spa & Salon to dining that rivals the region’s best, every detail is designed for indulgence.

That dedication has earned Graton Resort & Casino top honors in Casino Player’s Best of Gaming Awards, including Best Rooms, Best VIP Lounge, Best Hosts, Best Poker Rooms, and Best Poker Tournaments. The property was also named to USA Today’s lists of the 10 Best Casinos Outside of Las Vegas and the 10 Best Casino Hotels nationwide.

For travelers, the accolades confirm what guests already know: Graton Resort & Casino is more than a casino. It is a destination where the elegance of Wine Country meets the excitement of world-class gaming, offering an escape that is both sophisticated and unforgettable.

For more information call 707.588.7100. Scan the QR code for more accolades & news.

Graton Resort & Casino

288 Golf Course Drive, Rohnert Park, CA 707.588.7100 www.gratonresortcasino.com

Ledson Winery & Vineyards

e Ledson family has a long and rich agricultural history in Sonoma County dating back to the 1860s. e Ledson legacy was built on long hours of hard work, always focusing on quality over quantity. Ledson’s highly coveted, estate-grown, handcrafted wines, scoring 95 points and above, reflect a sense of place and showcase the art of premier winemaking. Dr. Daniel Roberts, Soil Scientist and Viticulture Expert, said, “Steve Ledson’s unrelenting quest for perfection is very prominent at Mountain Terraces Vineyard and is proven in every bottle of wine.” e winery, designed and built by Steve, is an architectural showpiece known as the ‘Castle.’ Vine Pair called it “One of the Twelve Most Impressive Wineries in the World” and Boston Globe said, “ is Castle is a Must-See.”

You can reserve a private tasting in your own tasting suite, a seated tasting or a classic tasting at one of the bars. Cheese and charcuterie plates are available to elevate your experience. e Gourmet Marketplace offers local and unique cheeses, meats, fresh sandwiches, salads and treats to create the perfect picnic lunch you can enjoy in the Parlor. Ledson wines are sold exclusively at the winery, online at ledson.com, and at the Zina Lounge in Sonoma.

Ledson Hotel & The

Zina Lounge

Standing like a crown jewel of the Historic Sonoma Plaza, the luxurious six-room boutique Ledson Hotel & Zina Lounge bring guests back in time to an era of grandeur. e rooms feature king-sized beds, in-room whirlpool tubs, romantic fireplaces and private balconies.

On the first floor is the Zina Lounge, a world class destination named after Steve Ledson’s great-great grandfather, Zina Hyde Cunningham who settled in Sonoma County in 1865 to open the family winery. e winery specializes in producing small lots of meticulously handcrafted wines, scoring in the mid 90’s. Wrap your day up at the Zina Lounge with award-winning wines from Zina Hyde Cunningham, Ledson and Mountain Terraces wineries. You can reserve a private tasting, a flight of three or five wines, or enjoy wine by the glass while relaxing by the fireplace. Cheese & charcuterie plates are available to elevate your experience.

One of the 100 Hottest New Hotels Around the Globe — Condé Nast Traveler

What's New and Notable!

VJB CELLARS, KENWOOD

Voted in the Top 3 of the Best Tasting Rooms by Readers of The Press Democrat

Maybe it’s the wines. Maybe it’s the wonderful team. Maybe it’s the traditional Neapolitan-style pizza, the Italian delicatessen, or the gelato … because who can resist? Whatever the reason, readers have voted VJB Cellars in the top 3 of more than 400 tasting rooms in Sonoma County! Plan your visit, today.

707-833-2300 • vjbcellars.com

APERATURE CELLARS, HEALDSBURG New Collage Tasting Experience

Aperture, the acclaimed Sonoma County winery founded by first-generation winemaker Jesse Katz, proudly debuted the Collage Tasting Experience, a new hospitality offering that highlights the Estate’s newest wines. Crafted from Sonoma’s finest terroirs, Collage is a duo of wines that embody Aperture’s pursuit of precision, creativity, and boundary-pushing expression. Beginning October 2, Aperture will be offering an ongoing series of experiences highlighting a rotating roster of esteemed local purveyors, artisans, and performers, offering guests a multi-sensory dialogue between wine and culture. 707-200-7891 • aperture-cellars.com

Award-winning Chef Stephanie Izard Partners with New West KnifeWorks to Launch the Ultimate 8" Chef Knife in MagnaCut Steel In partnership with America’s premier cutlery maker, New West KnifeWorks, Chef Stephanie Izard —James Beard Award winner, chef/owner of Girl & the Goat, and Iron Chef and Top Chef champion – introduces her ultimate kitchen sidearm: the 8" Steph Knife, made with the revolutionary steel, MagnaCut. Unlike older “super steels”, Magnacut doesn’t force you to choose between strength and stain-resistance. It’s a true all-in-one breakthrough — capable of withstanding the highimpact, high-precision demands of both professional kitchens and serious home cooks.

1380 Main Street, St. Helena • 707-244-5188

PRIEST RANCH WINERY, YOUNTVILLE

New ‘Provisions Box’ Delivers Quality Curated Goods for Food Lovers!

Introducing the new subscription box that will leave your tummies full and will start your creative culinary skills flowing. Unbox the flavors of Napa Valley with Priest Ranch Provisions. Every other month, you’ll receive a collection of gourmet finds, artisan tools, and exclusive recipes that make gathering around the table effortless and exciting. With insider videos from Chef Dan Solomon and Winemaker Cody Hurd, you’ll be inspired to cook, sip, and celebrate the moment. It’s more than a box — it’s your invitation to live life deliciously.

$49/box (ships every other month) Sign up at priestranchwines.com/provisions

Corner 103 Welcomes Guests Back After Devastating Fire

BY RONDA GIANGRECO

On January 22nd, the serenity of the famed Sonoma Plaza was shattered by a late-night explosion of an underground transfer switch located directly in front of one of the Plaza’s most treasured tasting rooms. Corner 103, a stylish and inviting wine venue sustained major damage. It’s taken six months to rebuild and restore the site.

Once again visitors and locals alike can enjoy the outstanding wines that Corner 103 has been serving for nearly ten years. Corner 103 takes pride in providing an “approachable” tasting experience for those just discovering the bounty of Sonoma County vineyards, as well as a curated tasting for wine connoisseurs.

The space has been refreshed, with subtle updates that honor the original charm while adding a renewed sense of energy. A tasting experience at Corner 103 is never a rushed affair. Visitors are encouraged to allow at least an hour for the seated tasting. While you take in a near panoramic view of the picturesque Sonoma Plaza, your gracious and knowledgeable hosts, Brent Johnson and Lloyd Davis will guide you through six of their award-winning wines.

It’s no surprise that Corner 103 has been named Best Wine Tasting Room in America for two years in a row by USA Today and Trip Advisor. The warm, inviting atmosphere and the hospitality of the dedicated

staff provides one of the most memorable tasting experiences in the area.

To fully savor the complexity and elegance of Corner 103’s luscious wines, opt for one of the two available pairing experiences. A wine and cheese pairing allows you to first try one of the gourmet cheese offerings before tasting the accompanying wine, then a second time after a sip of the wine. Guests discover how wine both enhances and subtly alters the taste of food. A second option is an opulent array of carefully selected small plates that include cured meats, locally produced cheeses and other taste sensations.

Best of all, Corner 103 commitment to providing visitors with an approachable tasting experience means that their tasting and pairing options are some of the most reasonably priced in the industry, with a tasting of five wines priced at a mere $30 per person.

The addition of the pairings adds only $15 for the cheese option or $30 for a selection of six small plates offerings with six wines.

For Corner 103, reopening isn’t just about resuming operations — it’s a celebration of community, perseverance, and the joy of sharing great wine. Whether longtime patrons or first-time visitors, all are invited to raise a glass to new beginnings and the enduring spirit of Corner 103.

103 West Napa Street, Sonoma Open daily 11am to 5pm • corner103.com • 707-931-6141

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Visit Glen Ellen

The small and charming town of Glen Ellen offers visitors a perfect blend of history, wine, and natural beauty. While sometimes overshadowed by its more famous neighbors, this laid-back destination provides an authentic wine country experience without the crowds. A day in Glen Ellen is best spent exploring its scenic landscapes, discovering its vibrant local businesses, and, of course, sampling world-class wines.

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Coturri Winery

Laurel Glen

DANE CELLARS PASSAGGIO WINE BAR

Lasseter Family Hamel Family Wines

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HISTORIC SONOMA PLAZA

Lake County’s History is Rich and Romantic

BY BARBARA BARIELLE

Lake County is a fairly young county, even by California standards. Carved out of Mendocino and Napa counties in 1861, Lake County was formed around just that, its lake. With Nevada sharing Tahoe, the Salton Sea created from floods and the lake drained by farmers, Clear Lake is the largest body of water fully within California.

Formed millions of years ago when a landslide dammed westward flowing Cold Creek and the volcanic valley filled with water, eventually finding an outflow with Cache Creek flowing into the Sacramento River. Between the largest active volcano, Mount Konocti, and the deep freshwater lake, it is a natural that Lake County is a fertile agricultural area and, while grapes had an early popularity and wines made in Lake County considered some of the best in North America, Prohibition destroyed the industry. Most vineyards were torn up and planted to other crops, like pears, which remain a symbol of the county even today and pear sparkling wine is produced honoring both agricultural successes.

In the meantime, early interest in the Lake County area was in its hot springs. A favorite among the wealthy as well as the weak, hot springs were considered curative for just about any ill as well as socially desirable. At the turn of the twentieth century, elaborate and rustic resorts dotted the hills around the lake and the County’s future seemed to hold an elegant and productive future.

The 1906, San Francisco earthquake disrupted the hot springs havens when the moving land seems to have weakened and slowed the formerly healthy springs, forcing many of the resorts out of business and the wine and resort focus now shifted to pears and lake living.

Traces of Lake County’s early glamour remain in Langtry Farms Vineyard & Winery’s name that bears an early stage and screen

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star’s name, Lilly Langtry, and resorts are opening again, although they may have new areas of focus, wellness and appreciating nature are still key. Six Sigma WInery and their partnership with Huttopia Wine Country glamping is a great example and Mandala Springs Wellness Retreat Center has refined cabins as well as campsites for families and couples alike. The stars are truly out of this world making Lake County a natural stargazing destination; one of the hottest current trends in tourism.

Wineries here are well positioned to embrace the future with lower land costs and a commitment to sustainability that tracks with the global needs of a changing climate. The largest winegrower and vintner, Shannon Family of Wines, led by Clay Shannon, is also trendsetter in the field of regenerative agriculture and has long used sheep to trim and fertilize his vast vineyards. Shannon now looks to different varieties and winemaking styles while still preserving traces of early Lake County history like the oldest recorded Carmenere vine nicknamed the Mother Vine.

From nine AVAs and more than twenty bonded wineries, look at Lake County and responsible growers dedicated to the land to expand both the footprint of Lake County viticulture and its position on the world wine stage.

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Recommended Dining in Wine Country

If wine country brings to mind the bounty of California farms and the largess of the Pacific Ocean, you will not be disappointed as you dine at restaurants in Napa and Sonoma counties. It is here you will find the very best in local produce, top qulity meats, fresh seafood and of course, a seemingly endless variety of ways to imbibe – from local wine to craft beer to artisan cocktails. Whether living locally or visiting from out of town, those dining in Wine Country have an insatiable appetite for good food and drink, and expect nothing less than the greatness from this impressive list of restaurants.

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Allegria

Italian, full bar outdoor seating LUNCH & DINNER; $$ 1026 1ST ST, 707-254-8006

Angéle Restaurant & Bar

French, full bar on the Napa Riverfront LUNCH & DINNER; $$$ 540 MAIN ST, 707-252-8115

Bank Cafe and Bar

Elevated comfort food, craft cocktails DINNER, $$ 1314 MCKINSTRY ST, 707-257-5151

Bistro Don Giovanni

Hand-crafted Italian LUNCH & DINNER; $$$ 4110 HOWARD LN, 707-224-3300

Boon Fly Café

American; nightly specials BRUNCH & DINNER; $$ 4048 SONOMA HWY, 707-299-4870

Bounty Hunter

Wine bar & smokin’ BBQ 400+ wine list LUNCH & DINNER; $$ 975 FIRST STREET, 707-226-3976

Brix

Modern American, full bar, outdoor seating LUNCH & DINNER; $$$ 7377 ST HELENA HWY, 707-944-2749

Carpe Diem

American wine bar; seasonal, surprising; family share-plate style DINNER ONLY FRIDAY-SUNDAY; $$ 1001 2ND STREET, 707-224-0800

Celadon

Award-winning global comfort food; courtyard seating, signature cocktails; riverfront LUNCH & DINNER; $$$ 500 MAIN STREET, 707-254-9690

Charlie Palmer Steak

Modern American steakhouse, full bar

BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER; $$$ 1260 1ST STREET, 707-819-2500

COLE’S CHOP HOUSE

Classic American steakhouse, seafood, intriguing whiskey selections, classic cocktails DINNER ONLY; $$$ 1122 MAIN STREET, 707-224-6328

Cordeiros Steakhouse

Farm-to-table steakhouse, full bar DINNER ONLY; $$$ 2025 MONTICELLO RD, 707-224-1960

Visit Napa’s Coziest Café!

Your quick stop for fresh coffee & espresso! Pull up a chair for pancakes, benedicts, omelets….. Time for lunch? Have a salad, burger, or a sandwich! Hungry? Breakfast served all day!!

Monday - Friday 8am to 2pm Saturday & Sunday 8am to 3pm 1408 Clay St, Napa 707-252-1408

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Eiko’s

Modern Japanese, nitrogen cocktails and lollipops!

OUTDOOR SEATING; FULL BAR, $$

LUNCH & DINNER, CLOSED MID-DAY 1882 TOWN CENTER, 707-501-4444

Empress M

Unique dining experience of authentic Chinese food

LUNCH & DINNER, $$$ 221 SILVERADO TRAIL, 707-927-5485

Farm at Carneros Inn

Contemporary American, elegant food, locally sourced full bar, outdoor seating

DINNER, SUNDAY BRUNCH; $$$ 4048 SONOMA HWY, 707-299-4880

Forge

Pizza, craft brews/cocktails outdoor seating with firepit

LUNCH & DINNER; $$ 155 GASSER DRIVE, 707-927-3394

Fumé Bistro

Contemporary American, locally sourced, patio

LUNCH & DINNER; $$ 4050 BYWAY EAST, 707-257-1999

Gott’s Roadside

Burgers, sandwiches, vegan options, beer & wine, outdoor seating

LUNCH & DINNER; $$ 644 1ST STREET, 707-224-6900

Grace’s Table

Local favorite, “Global Kitchen” BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER, $$ 1400 SECOND ST, 707-226-6200

Grove at the CIA Copia Garden suppersby CIA chefs DINNER, $$ 500 1ST STREET, 707-967-2555

Hog Island Oyster Co.

Seafood, located inside bustling Oxbow Market; beer & wine, outdoor seating

LUNCH & DINNER; $$, 610 1ST STREET, 707-251-8113

Kitchen Door

A Todd Humphries Restaurant

Eclectic fare in a casual space BRUNCH, LUNCH, DINNER; $$ 1300 1ST ST SUITE 272, 707-226-1560

La Toque

Michelin-star French cuisine RESERVATIONS REQUIRED DINNER ONLY; $$$$ 1314 M c KINSTRY ST, 707-257-5157

The Lincoln American Gastropub BRUNCH, LUNCH, DINNER, OPEN LATE, $$ 505 LINCOLN AVE, 707-699-2276

Morimoto Asia

Taste and textures of Far East full bar, outdoor seating LUNCH, DINNER, BRUNCH; $$$$ 610 MAIN STREET, 707-252-1600

Morimoto Napa

Contemporary Japanese, full bar, outdoor seating LUNCH & DINNER; $$$$ 610 MAIN STREET, 707-252-1600

Mustards Grill

Modern American, full bar, garden LUNCH & DINNER; $$$ 7399 ST HELENA HWY, 707-944-2424

Napa Valley Bistro

Modern American wine & beer, outdoor seating LUNCH & DINNER; $$ 975 CLINTON STREET, 707-666-2383

Napkins Bar + Grill

A modern American bistro BRUNCH, LUNCH & DINNER; HAPPY HOUR & LATE-NIGHT BITES, $$ 1001 2ND STREET, 707-927- 5333

Norman Rose Tavern

American classics, full bar LUNCH & DINNER; $$ 1401 1ST STREET, 707-258-1516

North Spirits & Tapas

Classic bar, craft cocktails DINNER, LATE NIGHT SNACKS; $$ 1540 TRANCAS STREET

Nosh Napa

Mexican/American BREAKFAST, LUNCH; $$ 641 TRANCAS ST, 707-266-1950

Oenotri

Southern Italian, changes daily; house-made salumi DINNER, WEEKEND LUNCH; $$$ 1425 FIRST ST, 707-252-1022

Olive & Hay

Farm-to-table italian restaurant BREAKFAST, BRUNCH, LUNCH & DINNER; $$ 875 BORDEAUX WY, 707-251-3090

Pasta Prego

Italian, local favorite, beer & wine DINNER ONLY, $$ 1502 MAIN ST, 707-343-0344

H PETIT SOLEIL CAFÉ

Cozy spot for breakfast & lunch

BREAKFAST, LUNCH, BRUNCH, $$ 1408 CLAY ST, 707-252-1408

Scala Osteria & Bar

Seafood-centered Southern Italian, pizza & pasta LUNCH, DINNER; $$$ 1141 FIRST ST, 707-637-4380

Sky & Vine Rooftop Bar

Craft cocktails, small bites, fire pits, games; late night happy hour, bottomless mimosa brunch LUNCH & DINNER; $$, ARCHER HOTEL 1230 1ST STREET, 707-690-9800

Sunshine Cafe

Cozy spot, local favorite BREAKFAST, LUNCH; $$ 1540 TRANCAS ST, 707-226-1540

Tarla Mediterranean Grill

Mediterranean, Greek, Turkish, full bar, outdoor seating LUNCH, DINNER & WEEKEND BRUNCH; $$ 1480 1ST STREET, 707-255-5599

Torc

Farm-to-table; high-energy unique wine, cocktail & beer offerings DINNER ONLY; $$$ 1140 MAIN STREET, 707-252-3292

Wilfred’s Lounge

Island inspired cocktails & cuisine LUNCH & DINNER; $$ 967 1ST ST, 707-690-9957

Zuzu

California Tapas, Spanish & Mediterranean LUNCH & DINNER; $$ 829 MAIN STREET, 707-224-0695

YOUNTVILLE

Addendum

Gourmet Southern-inspired fare LUNCH SAT-SUN & DINNER DAILY; $$ 6476 WASHINGTON ST, 707-944-2487

Bistro Jeanty

French country fare; patio LUNCH & DINNER; $$$ 6510 WASHINGTON ST, 707-944-0103

Bottega

Rustic Italian/Californian; outside patio with two fireplaces LUNCH, DINNER; $$$ 6525 WASHINGTON ST, 707-945-1050

Bouchon Bistro

French bistro, raw bar; outdoor seating; cocktails DINNER; $$$ 6534 WASHINGTON ST, 707-944-8037

Brix Restaurant

French inspired wine country farm to-table cuisine; wine shop 16 acres of gardens, vineyards LUNCH & DINNER, SUNDAY BRUNCH; $$$ 7377 HIGHWAY 29, 707-944-2749.

The French Laundry

Fine classic French cuisine, highest quality ingredients, prix fixe menu, impeccable service DINNER, RESERVATIONS REQ’D, $$$$ 6640 WASHINGTON ST, 707-944-2380

H THE KITCHEN AT PRIEST RANCH

Casual, rooftop & patio seating, to go options LUNCH & DINNER; $$ 6488 WASHINGTON ST, 707-947-4017

Lucy @ Bardessono

Contemporary American, garden-inspired BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER; $$$ 6526 YOUNT STREET, 707-204-6000

North Block Restaurant Michelin rated; California fresh, local ingredients BREAKFAST, BRUNCH, LUNCH, DINNER; $$$ 6757 WASHINGTON ST, 707-944-8080

R+D Kitchen

American/Sushi; vineyard views, outdoor seating with firepits LUNCH & DINNER; $$ 6795 WASHINGTON ST, 707-945-0920

RUTHERFORD

The Bistro at Auberge du Soleil

Contemporary, upscale; full bar, outdoor seating BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER; $$$$ 180 RUTHERFORD HILL RD, 707-963-1211

Rutherford Grill

Contemporary, traditional American; outdoor dining, full bar LUNCH & DINNER; $$ 1180 RUTHERFORD RD, 707-963-1792

ST. HELENA

Brasswood Bar + Kitchen

American, farm-to-table comfort food; full bar, outdoor seating LUNCH & DINNER; $$ 3111 ST. HELENA HWY, 707-302-5101

The Charter Oak

American, full bar, outdoor seating DINNER ONLY; $$$ 1050 CHARTER OAK AVE, 707-302-6996

DINING

Farmstead at Long Meadow Ranch

American, farm-to-table; full bar, outdoor seating

LUNCH & DINNER; $$ 738 MAIN STREET, 707-963-4555

Gillwoods Cafe

American

BREAKFAST, BRUNCH & LUNCH; $$ 1313 MAIN STREET, 707-963-1788

Goose & Gander

Modern American full bar, outdoor seating

LUNCH & DINNER, LATE NIGHTS; $$ 1245 SPRING STREET, 707-967-8779

Gott’s Roadside

Burgers, sandwiches, vegan options beer & wine, outdoor seating

LUNCH & DINNER; $$ 933 MAIN STREET, 707-963-3486

Harvest Table

Modern American; full bar, outdoor seating, gardens

LUNCH & DINNER; $$$ 1 MAIN STREET, 707-967-4695

Market

Traditional American LUNCH & DINNER, FULL BAR; $$ 1347 MAIN STREET, 707-963-3799

Pizzeria Tra Vigne

Italian, vegan options; full bar, outdoor seating, local favorte LUNCH & DINNER; $$ 1016 MAIN STREET, 707-967-9999

Press

Steakhouse, full bar; outdoor seating DINNER ONLY; $$$$ 587 ST. HELENA HWY, 707-967-0550

St. Helena Bistro

Italian/American bistro; beer & wine, outdoor seating LUNCH & DINNER; $$ 1146 MAIN STREET; 707-963-3371

St. Helena Sherpa Kitchen Himalayan/Nepalese, Indian, vegetarian; outdoor seating LUNCH & DINNER; $$ 1148 MAIN STREET, 707-963-4439

CALISTOGA

Bricco Osteria

Fine Italian Dining DINNER, $$$ 1350 LINCOLN AVE, 707-341-3442

Calistoga Inn & Brewery

Traditional American 1250 LINCOLN AVE, 707-942-4101

Living Room/Truss

Casual dining experience, full bar, snacks

BREAKFAST, LUNCH, DINNER; $$ 400 SILVERADO TRAIL N, 707-709-2100

Evangeline

Cajun, Creole, French; full bar, outdoor seating

DINNER, WEEKEND BRUNCH/LUNCH; $$ 1226 WASHINGTON ST, 707-341-3131

Fleetwood Restaurant

Chef-driven wood-fired menu, craft cocktails

DINNER, HAPPY HOUR; $$ 1880 LINCOLN AVENUE, 707-709-4410

Hydro Bar & Grill

Traditional American 1403 LINCOLN AVENUE, 707-942-9777

Johnny’s Restaurant & Bar

American sports bar; patio DINNER; BREAKFAST, LUNCH, BRUNCH ON WEEKENDS; $$ 1457 LINCOLN AVE, 707-942-5938

Mangia Mi

Homemade pastas & pizza DINNER, $$ 1120 WASHINGTON ST, 707-341-3348

Sam’s Social Club

Contemporary American, outdoor seating, fire pit

BREAKFAST, LUNCH, DINNER; $$ 1712 LINCOLN AVENUE, 707-942-4969

Solbar – @ Solage

Contemporary American BREAKFAST, LUNCH, DINNER; $$$ 755 SILVERADO TRAIL, 707-226-0850

SEBASTOPOL

Fern Bar

Craft cocktails, spirit-free cocktails, small plates DINNER, LIVE MUSIC; $$ 6780 DEPOT ST, SUITE 120, SEBASTOPOL; 707-861-9603

Handline

Californian food, including seafood, tacos, and burgers LUNCH, DINNER; $$ 935 GRAVENSTEIN AVE. SOUTH, SEBASTOPOL; 707-827-3744

Hopmonk Tavern

Traditional American, full bar, outdoor seating, live entertainment LUNCH & DINNER, HAPPY HOUR; $$ 230 PETALUMA AVE, 707-829-7300

Oyster Cafe

Raw bar, shellfish, wine pairings LUNCH AND DINNER, $$$ 6751 M cKINLEY ST; 707-503-6003

SONOMA VALLEY

B & V Whiskey Bar & Grille

Locally sourced food, full bar, dedicated whiskey bar

LUNCH, HAPPY HOUR, DINNER; $$ 400 1ST ST E; 707-938-7110

Cafe La Haye

Contemporary American, wine/beer, reservations DINNER, $$$

140 E NAPA ST; 707-935-5994

Della Santina’s Trattoria Italian, wine/beer, outdoor seating, nightly specials LUNCH & DINNER, $$ 133 E NAPA ST; 707-935-0576

El Dorado Kitchen

Contemporary American, full bar BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER, $$ 405 1ST ST W; 707-996-3220

Enclos

A global experience with seasonal, local ingredients PRE FIXE MULTI COURSE DINNER, $$$ 139 EAST NAPA STREET; 707-387-1724

Folktable Restaurant

Michelin Bib Gourmand farm-to-table, seasonal LUNCH, DINNER; $$ 23584 ARNOLD DR; 707-356-3567

The Girl & The Fig

French, local goods, full bar, happy hour LUNCH, DINNER, WEEKEND BREAKFAST 110 WEST SPAIN ST; 707-938-3634

Glen Ellen Star

Traditional American, wine/beer, outdoor seating DINNER, $$; 707-343-1384 13648 ARNOLD DR, GLEN ELLEN

Hopmonk Tavern

Traditional American, full bar, happy hour, outdoor seating, live entertainment LUNCH & DINNER, $$ 691 BROADWAY; 707-935-9100

La Salette Restaurant

Portuguese/Mediterranean, wine/beer

LUNCH & DINNER, $$ 452 FIRST ST EAST; 707-938-1927

Maya Restaurant

California-infused Mayan cuisine, full bar, tequilas, outdoor seating LUNCH & DINNER, $$ 101 EAST NAPA STREET; 707-935-3500

Murphy’s Irish Pub

Award-winning food, full bar, live music, trivia night LUNCH & DINNER, $$ 464 1ST ST E, SONOMA 707-935-0660

Oso Sonoma

American, tapas, seafood, full bar, outdoor seating LUNCH & DINNER, $$ 9 E NAPA STREET; 707-931-6926

Red Grape

Pizza, pasta & salad; beer & wine; outdoor seating

LUNCH & DINNER, $$ 529 1ST ST W; 707-996-4103

Salt & Stone

American, seafood, wine bar, full bar

LUNCH & DINNER, $$, 707-833-6326 9900 SONOMA HWY, KENWOOD

Songbird Parlour

California wine country cuisine using hyper-local ingredients, DINNER, $$$, 707-833-6326

14301 ARNOLD DRIVE #3, GLEN ELLEN Sonoma Grille

Seafood/Steakhouse, full bar, patio bar, micro-brewery and beer garden, vegetarian options LUNCH & DINNER, $$$ 165 W NAPA ST; 707-938-7542

Stella

Italian, wood-fired, locally sourced, outdoor seating DINNER, $$$ 9049 SONOMA HWY, KENWOOD 707-801-8043

Valley Bar + Bottle Shop

Seasonal mediterranean, terrace, wine bar DINNER, WEEKEND BRUNCH; $$$ 487 1ST ST WEST; 707-934-8403

Wit & Wisdom

Regional comfort food by Chef Michael Mina DINNER, HAPPY HOUR, FULL BAR; $$$ 1325 BROADWAY; 707-931-3405

PETALUMA

Ayawaska Petaluma

Authentic Peruvian with a modern twist. Full bar. BRUNCH, LUNCH & DINNER, $$ 101 2ND ST #190; 707-559-3519

Brewsters Beer Garden

Brewpub, BBQ, full bar, happy hour, outdoor seating, firepit pet friendly, live music LUNCH & DINNER, OPEN LATE FRIDAY & SATURDAY, $$ 229 WATER STREET N; 707-981-8330

Central Market

Californian-Mediterranean; house made bread in a woodfired oven, carefully curated wine list

DINNER, BEER & WINE, $$ 42 PETALUMA BLVD N, 707-778-9900

Cucina Paradiso

Italian, full bar, pasta, foccacia & desserts from scratch LUNCH & DINNER, $$ 114 PETALUMA BLVD. N; 707-782-1130

The Shuckery

Seafood; beer/wine, happy hour

In the restored Petaluma Hotel DINNER, LUNCH WEEKENDS, $$ 100 WASHINGTON ST; 707-981-7891

Street Social

Eclectic comfort food highlighting seasonal and local fare, craft cocktails with artisanal spirits DINNER TUES-FRI, $$$

29 PETALUMA BLVD NO; 707-774-6185

Table Culture Provisions

Hyper-seasonal haute cuisine/ comfort food; multi-course tasting menu available DINNER, $$$

312 PETALUMA BLVD S; 707-559-5739

Wild Goat Bistro

American, wine/beer, vegetarian/gluten-free LUNCH & DINNER, $$

6 PETALUMA BLVD N; 707-658-1156

BODEGA BAY

H BAY VIEW

RESTAURANT & LOUNGE

Creative Wine Country cuisine

OPEN THU-SUN, $$ LOUNGE 4PM, DINNER BEGINS 6PM INN AT THE TIDES; 707-875-2751

Rocker Oysterfeller’s at Lucas Wharf

Southern style roadhouse located on the water, fresh seafood, steaks, craft cocktails

LUNCH & DINNER, $$; 707-772-5670 595 HIGHWAY 1

H

Located on the water.

Seafood, full bar, gift shop, market BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER, $$ 835 BAY HWY; 707-875-3652

GEYSERVILLE

Catelli’s

Contemporary American and Italian, full bar, outdoor seating ingredients from local /organic farmers; over 100 local wines

LUNCH & DINNER, $$; 707-857-3471

21047 GEYSERVILLE AVE

Diavola Pizzeria & Salumeria

Italian, beer/wine, outdoor seating, house-cured salumi & sausages, authentic Italian pizzas

LUNCH & DINNER, $$ 21021 GEYSERVILLE AVE; 707-814-0111

Francis Ford Coppola’s

Rustic

Italian, full bar, outdoor seating international and traditional DINNER, $$

300 VIA ARCHIMEDES; 707-857-1462

HEALDSBURG

Baci Cafe and Wine Bar

Italian; local and organic products, authentic Italian food

DINNER, BEER/WINE, $$$ 336 HEALDSBURG AVE; 707-433-8111

Barndiva

American; celebrated farm-to-table restaurant; cocktail lounge and wine bar; outdoor seating

WEDNESDAY-SUNDAY BRUNCH, LUNCH & DINNER, $$$

231 CENTER ST; 707-431-0100

Bravas

Spanish/Tapas, full bar, craft cocktails

LUNCH & DINNER, $$$

420 CENTER ST; 707-433-7700

Chalkboard

Tapas/Wine Bar, full bar, outdoor seating, 4.5 acre garden, local wine flights, inventive cocktails

DINNER, LUNCH WEEKENDS, $$$

29 NORTH ST; 473-8030

Charlie Palmer’s

Dry Creek Kitchen

Contemporary American, full bar, outdoor seating, wine pairings

DINNER, $$$

317 HEALDSBURG AVE; 707-431-0330

Guiso Latin Fusion

Authentic Latin American and Caribbean dishes

DINNER, BEER/WINE, $$ 117 N STREET; 707-431-1302

Healdsburg Bar & Grill

Grill, full bar, outdoor seating

LUNCH, DINNER, WEEKEND BREAKFAST

245 HEALDSBURG AVE; 707-433-3333

KIN Smoke

Smoked meats, sandwiches, southern sides

LUNCH & DINNER, $$

304 CENTER STREET, 707-473-8440 7

Little Saint

Farm-forward gathering place with food, music, art, Vegan DINNER, $$ 25 N STREET, 707-433-8207

The Matheson (Roof 106)

Modern wine country cuisine; sushi, wine lounge, rooftop bar

DINNER, $$$

106 MATHESON STREET, 707-723-1106

PizZando

Wood oven pizzas, house made pastas, grilled meats, fish, and seasonal appetizers

DINNER, $$

301 HEALDSBURG AVE, 707-922-5233

Spoonbar

Mediterranean, full bar, outdoor seating, locally sourced and seasonal ingredients DINNER, $$$

219 HEALDSBURG AVE ; 707-433-7222

Troubadour

Bread & Bistro

Boulangerie, California/French BREAKFAST, LUNCH, DINNER, $$$ CLOSED MIDDAY; SUN & MON 381 HEALDSBURG AVE; 707-756-3972

Valette

Supporting local farms, winemakers, artisans outdoor seating DINNER, $$$

344 CENTER ST; 707-473-0946

Willi’s Seafood & Raw Bar

Seafood, small plates; rolls, skewers, ceviches & tartares; craft cocktails, large wine list; outdoor seating

LUNCH & DINNER, $$

403 HEALDSBURG AVE; 707-433-9191

FORESTVILLE

Farmhouse

Contemporary American, fine dining; fresh, seasonal everchanging menu; wine/beer DINNER, $$$$

7871 RIVER ROAD; 707-887-3300

Sonoma Pizza Co.

Pizzeria - Garden - Wine Shop Quality tapas, pizza, salads ‘Top 100 Places to Eat in the Bay Area’ – Yelp, 2024 LUNCH & DINNER, $$ 6615 FRONT ST, 707-820-1031

SANTA ROSA

Americana

New American, farm-to-table BREAKFAST & LUNCH; $$ 205 5TH STREET; 707-755-1548

Bird & The Bottle

New American, seafood, full bar; flavors from Asia, American South, the East Coast, Jewish LUNCH, DINNER & SUNDAY BRUNCH; $$; 1055 4TH STREET; 707-568-4000

Café Citti

Italian, wine/beer, take-out only, some picnic tables LUNCH & DINNER, $$ 2792 4TH ST; 704 523-2690

John Ash & Co. Restaurant

Californian, full bar, patio; visit The Front Room for cocktails or River Cafe for breakfast, brunch or lunch. DINNER, $$$, AT VINTNERS INN 4330 BARNES ROAD; 707-527-7687

La Gare

French, wine/beer; old world classic French cuisine with local ingredients, a local favorite DINNER, $$$ 208 WILSON STREET; 707-528-4355

Lo Coco’s

Italian, wine/beer; authentic Italian favorites LUNCH & DINNER; $$ 117 FOURTH ST; 707-523-2227

Stark’s Steak & Seafood

Steak/seafood, full bar, happy hour; extensive wine list and whiskeys LUNCH & DINNER, $$$ 521 ADAMS STREET; 707-546-5100

Walter Hansel

Wine & Bistro

California fare with a French touch DINNER WED-SUN; $$$ 3535 GUERNEVILLE RD, 707-546-6462

WINDSOR

KIN Windsor

Modern twist on home cooking LUNCH & DINNER, $$-$$$ 740 McCLELLAND DRIVE; 707-837-7546

Sweet T’s

Southern BBQ, full bar, outdoor seating; quality southern cuisine with the freshest local ingredients

LUNCH & DINNER, $$ 9098 BROOKS RD S; 707-687-5185

Ume Japanese Bistro

Japanese, full bar, outdoor seating LUNCH & DINNER, $$ 8710 OLD REDWOOD HIGHWAY, WINDSOR; 707-838-6700

THE TIDES WHARF

Things To Do

• Napa Valley Drifters (707) 492-5701 napavalleydrifters.com

• Sonoma Ballooning (707) 819-9223 sonomaballooning.com

• Napa Valley Aloft (855) 944-4408 ballooning@nvaloft .com nvaloft .com

• Wine Country Balloons (707) 538-7359 hotline@balloontours.com winecountryballoons.com

• Napa Valley Drifters (707) 492-5701 napavalleydrifters.com

CYCLING

• Sonoma Ballooning (707) 819-9223 sonomaballooning.com

• Napa River Velo Napa, (707) 258-8729 info@naparivervelo.com naparivervelo.com

• Fat Tire Bike Rental Napa, (707) 345-6396 fattirebikerentals@gmail.com www.fattirebikerentals.org

H NAPA VALLEY BIKE TOURS (707) 944-2453 info@napavalleybiketours.com napavalleybiketours.com

• Getaway Adventures 800-499-2453 info@getawayadventures.com getawayadventures.com

• Pushpak Motors Tours on electric trikes Sonoma, (707) 343-1192 www.pushpakmotors.net

• Napa Native Tours (707) 815-0172 WineTours@NapaNative.com www.napanative.com

HOT AIR BALLOONS

Hot Air Balloons

If you’ve never taken a hot air balloon ride, there’s no better place than wine country to experience the amazing 360° aerial views from inside the basket. Experienced and knowledgeable hot air balloon pilots act as both guide and entertainer while pointing out local highlights and welcoming questions from you and fellow flyers.

If you’ve never taken a hot air balloon ride, there’s no better place than wine country to experience the amazing 360° aerial views from inside the basket. Experienced and knowledgeable hot air balloon pilots act as both guide and entertainer while pointing out local highlights and welcoming questions from you and fellow flyers.

• Balloons Above the Valley 800-464-6824 info@balloonrides.com balloonrides.com

• Balloons Above the Valley 800-464-6824 info@balloonrides.com balloonrides.com

• Napa Valley Balloons 800-253-2224 info@napavalleyballoons.com napavalleyballoons.com

• Napa Valley Aloft (855) 944-4408 ballooning@nvaloft.com nvaloft.com

• Napa Valley Balloons 800-253-2224 info@napavalleyballoons.com napavalleyballoons.com

Whether you’re after a leisurely afternoon pedal or a full day of serious biking through the vineyards, there are several cycling companies offering guided, off-the-beatenpath rides throughout the valley.

• Wine Country Balloons (707) 538-7359 hotline@balloontours.com winecountryballoons.com

• Ace It! Bike Tours Windsor, (707) 688-4063 aceitbiketours.com

Cycling

• Calistoga Bike Shop (707) 942-9687 www.calistogabikeshop.com

• Ride Napa Valley info@ridenapavalley.com www.ridenapavalley.com

• Napa River Velo Napa, (707) 258-8729 info@naparivervelo.com naparivervelo.com

H SONOMA VALLEY BIKE TOURS Sonoma (707) 996-2453 sonomavalleybiketours.com

Whether you’re after a leisurely afternoon pedal or a full day of serious biking through the vineyards, there are several cycling companies offering guided, off -the-beaten-path rides throughout the valley.

• Fat Tire Bike Rental Napa, (707) 345-6396 fattirebikerentals@gmail.com www.fattirebikerentals.org

• Getaway Adventures 800-499-2453 info@getawayadventures.com getawayadventures.com

• Ace It! Bike Tours Windsor, (707) 688-4063 aceitbiketours.com

• Napa Native Tours (707) 815-0172 WineTours@NapaNative.com www.napanative.com

• Calistoga Bike Shop (707) 942-9687 www.calistogabikeshop.com

• St. Helena Cyclery St. Helena, (707) 963-7736 www.sthelenacyclery.com

★ NAPA VALLEY BIKE TOURS (707) 944-2453 info@napavalleybiketours.com napavalleybiketours.com

• Wine Country Cyclery Sonoma, (707) 996-6800 www.winecountrycyclery.com

• Pushpak Motors Tours on electric trikes Sonoma, (707) 343-1192 www.pushpakmotors.net

• Wine Country Bikes (707) 568-304 info@getawayadventures.com www.winecountrybikes.com

• Ride Napa Valley info@ridenapavalley.com www.ridenapavalley.com

• Wine Country Cycling Tours 800-462-2848 dave@adventureincycling.com winecountrycyclingtours.com

★SONOMA VALLEY BIKE TOURS Sonoma (707) 996-2453 www.sonomavalleybiketours.com

NAPA VALLEY BIKE TOURS One-Stop Shop for Fun Adventures!

Napa Valley Bike Tours specializes in providing visitors with some of the most unique and unforgett able vacation experiences (even if it’s just a day trip) in Napa Valley. Guided bike tours, visiting Napa wineries, self-guided wine-tasting bike tours and bike rentals are just the beginning. You can even book a bike tour/ hot air balloon ride adventure that includes lunch and wine tasting stops at two Napa Valley wineries! You’ll be talking about your adventure with Napa Valley Bike Tours for years to come!

FULL-DAY & HALF-DAY GUIDED BIKE TOURS BIKE RENTALS • ELECTRIC BIKES napavalleybiketours.com • 707.251.8687

NAPA VALLEY ALOFT

NAPA VALLEY ALOFT

HORSEBACK RIDING

Vineyard horseback ride coupled with a food and wine tasting, make this a must-do when visiting wine country. Saddle-up and an experienced trail guide will take you for a ride through the vineyards.

• Napa Valley Trail Rides Napa, (707) 255-5661 info@shadybrookestate.com www.napavalleytrailrides.com

• Sonoma Valley Trail Rides Sonoma, (707) 343-5511 sonomavalleytrailrides.com

• Triple Creek Horse Outfit Glen Ellen, (707) 887-8700 triplecreekhorseoutfit.com

BOCCE COURTS

Many wineries have bocce courts for their visitors’ enjoyment. Becase the game is played between two players or two teams of one, two, or four, it lends itself well to hanging out with friends at the winery as part of your total winery adventure. Be sure to check ahead. Some courts require reservations and/or fees. If you have your own balls, Veterans’ Park in Yountville or Crane Park in St. Helena have bocce courts available when leagues are not in play.

• Anaba Sonoma, (707) 996-4188

• Auburn James St Helena, (707) 967-9100

• Bell Wine Cellars Napa, (707) 944-1673

H BACCHUS LANDING Healdsburg, (707) 395-0697

• Beringer Vineyards St Helena, (707) 257-5771

• Bremer Family Winery St Helena, (707) 963-5411

• Chateau Montelena Calistoga, (707) 942-5105

• Chateau St. Jean Winery Kenwood, (707) 708-8171

• D’Argenzio Winery Santa Rosa, (707) 546-2466

• De La Montanya Vineyard Healdsburg, (707) 433-3711

• Dry Creek Vineyard Healdsburg, (707) 433-1000

• Dutcher Crossing Winery Geyserville, (707) 431-2700

• Ehlers Estate Winery St Helena, (707) 963-5972

• Farm at Carneros Inn Napa, (707) 299-4880

• Francis Ford Copola Geyserville, (707) 857-1400

• Furthermore Wines Sebastopol, (707) 823-3040

• HALL St. Helena

St Helena, (707) 967-2626

• Hook & Ladder Vineyards Santa Rosa, (707) 526-2255

• Imagery Estate Winery Glen Ellen, (877) 550-4278

• Landmark Vineyard Kenwood, (707) 833-0053

• Martorana Family Winery Healdsburg, (707) 433-1909

• Matanzas Creek Winery Santa Rosa, (707) 521-7019

• Mathew Bruno Rutherford Rutherford, by appt. (707) 912-9112

• Nichelini Family Winery St Helena, (707) 963-0717

• Overshine Wine Co. Healdsburg, (707) 433-2222

• Piña Napa Valley Napa, (707) 738-9328

• Pope Valley Winery Pope Valley, (707) 965-1246

• Raymond Vineyards St Helena, (707) 963-3141

• Seghesio Family Vineyards Healdsburg, (707) 433-3579

• Silenus Vintners Napa, (707) 299-3930

• Stags’ Leap Winery Napa, (707) 257-579 0

• Sugarloaf Wine Co. Kenwood, (707) 244-4885

• Thomas George Estates Healdsburg, (707) 431-8031

• Trione Vineyards Geyserville, (707) 814-8100

• Trinchero Napa Valley St Helena, (707) 963-1160

• Turnbull Wine Cellars Oakville, (707) 963-5839

PICKLEBALL

Pickleball in wine country offers a unique blend of competitive fun and scenic relaxation..

• Anaba Sonoma, (707) 996-4188

PETANQUE

Similar to bocce, the French version Petanque is growing in popularity. Courts are available at the following locations.

• Clos du Val Winery Napa, (707) 261-5212

• St. Supéry Estate Rutherford, (707) 302-3488

ON THE WATER

Kayak or SUP (stand up paddle board) are a perfect way to relax on the water while seeing the wine country sights.

• Burke’s Canoe Trips Forestville, (707) 887-1222 burkescanoetrips.com

• Napa Valley Paddle Napa, (707) 200-5511 crew@napavalleypaddle.com www.napavalleypaddle.com

BOCCE AT BACCHUS LANDING, HEALDSBURG

• Enjoy Napa Valley (707) 227-7364 enjoynapavalley@gmail.com enjoy-napa-valley.com

• Clavey Paddlesports Petaluma, (707) 766-8070 info@clavey.com, www.clavey.com

• Napa Valley Gondola (707) 373-2100 napavalleygondola.com

• Petaluma Stand Up Paddle Petaluma, (707) 486-4314 www.petalumasup.com

• Rubicon Adventures Forestville, (707) 887-2452 Bill@RubiconAdventures.com rubiconadventures.com

CULINARY CLASSES AND COOKING DEMONSTRATIONS

Take a hands-on cooking class. Talented chefs will give you the tools and confidence to become a rock star in your own kitchen.

• Cakebread Cellars 800-588-0298 cakebread.com/events

• CIA at Copia (707) 967-2500 www.ciafoodies.com

• Cooking with Comedians (888) 965-7090 www.crushersofcomedy.com

• Epicurean Connection Cheesemaking class (707) 235-9530 theepicureanconnection.com

• Napa Valley Cooking School St Helena, (707) 302-2452 uvc_sthelena@napavalley.edu napavalleycookingschool.org

• Planet Cheese World Cheese Tour, classes fletcher@foodwriter.com www.janetfletcher.com

• Silverado Cooking School (707) 927-3591 info@silveradocookingschool.com silveradocookingschool.com

• Vista Collina Resort 888-865-7090 www.meritagecollection.com/ vista-collina/dining/food-wine-center

EMBARK ON A LUXURIOUS, BEHIND-THE-SCENES ADVENTURE

Relax and unwind as you immerse yourself in the beauty of the vineyards, knowing that your dedicated driver is at your service, ensuring a seamless and unforgettable experience.

NAPA VALLEY WINE TROLLEY

RECOMMENDED MICRO-DESTINATIONS

• The Barlow

Outdoor market district with food, wine, spirits, hip stores Sebastopol, thebarlow.net

• Cornerstone Sonoma

Shopping, dining, wine tasting, gardens, event venue; Sonoma www.cornerstonesonoma.com

• The Estate Yountville Resort

Upscale shopping, art, dining, wine tasting; Yountville www.theestateyountville.com

• Oxbow Public Market

Local gathering place for great food, wine, shopping; Downtown Napa oxbowpublicmarket.com

UNIQUELY WINE COUNTRY

As a prime vacation destination, wine country has its share of unique tours, activities and micro-destinations replete with wine tasting, boutique shops and fine dining. Here are a some we highly recommend.

• California Cheese Trail

Find where to taste cheese, cheesetrail.org

H JELLY BELLY VISITOR CENTER

Learn how the famous jelly beans are created and get free samples! Fairfield, (707) 428-2838, jellybelly.com

• Napa Valley Wine Train (707) 253-2111, www.winetrain.com

H NAPA VALLEY WINE TROLLEY

Vintage, open-air trolley, like the San Francisco Cable Cars (707) 252-6100, www.napavalleywinetrolley.com

H SONOMA VALLEY WINE TROLLEY Sonoma, (707) 938-2600 sonomavalleywinetrolley.com

LIVE PERFORMANCES

After wining and dining, continue experiening wine country with a live performance at one of these top-notch venues. Check our Calendar of Events or visit each website for what’s coming up.

• Blue Note Napa – Napa (707) 880-2300, www.bluenotenapa.com

• Green Music Center – Rohnert Park (707) 664-4246, gmc.sonoma.edu

• Luther Burbank Center for the Arts – Santa Rosa (707) 546-3600, lutherburbankcenter.org

• Napa Valley Performing Arts Center at Lincoln Theater, Yountville (707) 944-9900, lincolntheater.com

• Oxbow RiverStage – Napa (707) 880-2300, www.oxbowriverstage.com

• Transcendence Theatre Co – Sonoma 877-424-1414, transcendencetheatre.org

OUTDOOR ATTRACTIONS

• Jack London State Historic Park Hiking & horseback trails, museum, ruins 707-938-5216, www.jacklondonpark.com

• Sonoma Canopy Tours Ziplines, treehouse glamping 888-494-7868, sonomacanopytours.com

• Sonoma County Farm Trails Visit and tour Sonoma County farms, ranches, artisans, farm stands, www.farmtrails.org

• Safari West Wildlife Preserve & African Tent Camp 800-616-2695, www.safariwest.com

• Sonoma TrainTown Railroad Fun for the whole family (707) 938-3912, www.traintown.com

Wine Country Calendar

ONGOING SATURDAYS & SOME SUNDAYS LIVE MUSIC

Passaggio Wines, Glen Ellen

Enjoy live local music and a glass of wine!

Bring your own picnic or order from one of the great restaurants in Jack London Village. 2-4pm, passaggiowines.com

THIRD SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH NO DROP GUIDED RIDE

Six Sigma Winery, Lower Lake

Bring your bike and ride the trails! Konocti Bicycles will host a “no drop” ride every 3rd Saturday. Meet at the tasting room and prepare to meet other riders for camaraderie and fun. Expect rolling hills and 2 hours of biking. 9-11am, sixsigmaranch.com

FIRST SATURDAY OF EACH MONTH GUIDED HIKE

Six Sigma Winery, Lower Lake

Meet at the tasting room at 9am and expect rolling hills as you hike 4 miles in 2 hours. 9-11am, sixsigmaranch.com

ONGOING FRIDAYS, SATURDAYS, SUNDAYS

Depot Live – Live Music

Calistoga Depot, Calistoga Fridays 6-9pm, Saturdays 7-10pm, Sundays 5-8pm calistogadepot.com/distillery/events

ONGOING THURSDAY-SUNDAY

Cheesemaking Classes

The Epicurean Connection, Sonoma

• Hands-on Cheesemaking Class Thursday-Friday 12-2pm

• Hands-on Cheesemaking Class Thursday & Saturday 3:30-5:30pm

• Mozzarella Pulling Class, Friday 3:30-5pm

• Hands-on Cheesemaking & Buttermonger Demonstration, Saturday 12-2pm $125, theepicureanconnection.com

ONGOING SATURDAYS

Live Music

Shannon Family of Wines, Lakeport

Unwind or just enjoy great music with friends 4-7pm, shannonfamilyofwines.com

ONGOING SUNDAYS

PIZZA & JUG WINE SUNDAYS

Wellington Cellars, Glen Ellen

Every Sunday, come to Wellington Cellars for delicious pizza specials served by the Red Rooster Pizza Truck and sip on signature jug wine in the elegant charm of wine country. Bring your friends, bring your appetite, and unwind! wellingtoncellars.com

ONGOING EVERY OTHER FRIDAY

Acoustic Fidays at Cuvaison –A Wine Tasting Experience

Cuvaison, Napa

Enjoy a selection of the handcrafted wines accompanied by a serene sunset over the Los Carneros vineyards and acoustic music.

• Wine & Cheese Experience: White & Red wines from Cuvaison and Brandlin Estate | $85

• Wine & Caviar Experience: Sparkling & White wines paired with 4 unique bites of caviar | $145 Seatings 4-6pm, cuvaison.com

ONGOING FRIDAYS

Summer Prisoner Pizza Experience

The Prisoner Wine Company, St. Helena

Celebrate summer and discover how perfectly Prisoner wines complement Chef Brett’s delicious pizza. $55.22, 2:30-5:30pm, RSVP exploretock.com/theprisonerwinecompany

ONGOING SUNDAYS

SUNDAY FUNDAY BRUNCH

Greenview Bar & Grill, Hidden Valley Lake Bloody marys/marias & mimosas, $5 10am-3pm, greenviewbarandgrill.com

ONGOING MONDAY-THURSDAY MID-WEEK GREAT CABERNET ESCAPE

Beaulieu Vineyard, Rutherford

Take your mid-week wine tasting to the next level with an immersive tasting that explores the legendary terroir of Rutherford through four distinct Cabernet Sauvignons, each expressing the rich character of the famed Rutherford Dust. To elevate your escape, enjoy a complimentary charcuterie board paired with the wines, and savor a special library pour of our iconic Georges de Latour Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon — a rare glimpse into the finest in BV’s cellar. $55, 10:30am-4:30pm, bvwines.com

ONGOING MONDAYS/TUESDAYS EARLY BIRDIES SPECIAL

Greenview Bar & Grill, Hidden Valley Lake Hot dog & draft beer, $8, 12-3pm greenviewbarandgrill.com

ONGOING TUESDAYS

Ty’s Tuesday Happy Hour

Ty Caton Vineyards, Kenwood

Unwind and savor Moon Mountain District wines including the acclaimed Cabernet Sauvignon, blends in the relaxing tasting room. Discounted wines. $15 flights, snacks, 3pm-close, tycaton.com

ONGOING TUESDAYS

Taco Tuesday

Shannon Family of Wines, Lakeport

La Chilanguita Restaurant brings you fresh guacamole made to order and a variety of street tacos. 4-7pm, shannonfamilyofwines.com

ONGOING THURSDAYS

PRIX FIXE

THURSDAYS

Greenview Bar & Grill, Hidden Valley Lake 3-course dinner, $27.95, beginning at 5pm greenviewbarandgrill.com

ONGOING THURSDAYS LIVE MUSIC

Adobe Road Winery, Petaluma Sip on award-winning, small-lot, handcrafted wines while enjoying talented local musicians. Choose from wines by the glass or bottle and discover new favorites. 4:30-7pm, adoberoadwines.com

ONGOING THURSDAYS

!Loteria Night!

Keller Estate, Petaluma Lotería is the colorful Mexican version of bingo that will have you calling “¡Lo tengo!” (I got it!) in no time. Whether you’re a Spanish speaker or just starting to learn, this is a perfect way to practice Spanish in a relaxed, wine-filled setting. $20 includes one glass of wine, 2 rounds of Loteria, chance to wine prizes. Additional wine and empanadas available for purchase.

4:30-6:30pm, kellerestate.com

FIRST WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH PAELLA NIGHT

Six Sigma Winery, Lower Lake 5-7pm, sixsigmaranch.com

ONGOING WEDNESDAYS WINE DOWN WEDNESDAY

Greenview Bar & Grill, Hidden Valley Lake 25% off all wines, greenviewbarandgrill.com

ONGOING

Summer Music Series

B.R. Cohn Winery, Glen Ellen

Favorite local artists will be performing Saturdays and Sundays all summer long! Food trucks & music 12:30-3pm, brcohn.com

Sept 27 – Tim Curley

Sept 28 – Jay Messer

Oct 4 – S.R. Laws

Oct 5 – Dave McBride

Oct 11 – Loose Change

Oct 12 – Vince Charming Band

Oct 18 – Stoney Point

Oct 19 – James Regan

Oct 25 – Greg Lamboy

Oct 26 – Jason Bodlovich

Book a guided tasting or drop by for wines by the glass or bottle. 12:30-3:30pm, brcohn.com/events

ONGOING THURSDAYS

Sparkling Lunch Bites and Sips

Chandon, Yountville

$35, exploretock.com/domainechando

SEPTEMBER 28

SUSHI & SPARKLE IN THE GARDEN –9TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION Breathless Wines, Healdsburg

Sushi master Ed Metcalfe of Sushimotos will be rolling up perfection to pair with our awardwinning bubbles. Slip into your Gatsby best, sip like a starlet, and sway to vintage tunes as we toast nine fabulous years. $85, 2-4pm breathlesswines.com/events

SEPTEMBER 28

Start Your Day at J J Vineyards & Winery, Healdsburg

Sip on Summer Fizz and enjoy locally made, artisan pastries. $25, 10:30-11:30am, jwine.com

ONGOING THE MONTH OF OCTOBER ANDRÉ TCHEILSTCHEFF TASTING

Beaulieu Vineyards, Rutherford

Come for a remarkable tasting experience honoring the “Maestro” of American winemaking, André Tchelistcheff. Available exclusively for the month of October, this tasting features iconic varietals that showcase his pioneering influence, including the renowned Georges de Latour Private Reserve. Discover the artistry and vision that transformed Napa Valley winemaking, paired with thoughtfully curated bites to elevate the experience. Immerse yourself in the history and legacy of André Tchelistcheff, a man whose contributions continue to shape the wines we cherish today.$80, bvwines.com

SEPTEMBER 27 & 28

THE TENORS

VJB Cellars, Kenwood

Make a day of it with family, friends, and vino as The Tenors serenade you on the Piazza. Grab lunch and enjoy the performance. 1-1:45pm, no charge for entry. Wine and food available for purchase. vjbcellars.com

SEPTEMBER 28

Blue Boots Brunch

Markham Vineyards, St. Helena

Enjoy a delicious brunch prepared by The Brunch Boys and the Americana/Bluegrass sounds of David Thiessen. Country line-dancing lessons. Bosworth Hat Bar selling custom cowboy hats! $85, 10am-12pm, markhamvineyards.com

OCTOBER 1

Paella Night

Six Sigma Winery, Lower Lake

This casual dinner features traditional Spanish paella, complemented by the winery’s selection of wines available for purchase by the bottle. $25, 5-7pm, sixsigmaranch.com

THURSDAYS THROUGH OCTOBER SUNSET SESSIONS

Gloria Ferrer, Sonoma

Sunset Sessions is a laid-back evening series designed to ease you into the wine weekend with extended hours, local bites, games like trivia or bingo, and great music vibes. Hosted on the scenic Vista Terrace, and open until 7pm to make the most of golden hour in Carneros. gloriaferrer.com

OCTOBER 3

ALOHA FRIDAY

Gloria Ferrer, Sonoma

Kick off your month island-style with Aloha First Fridays, happening the first Friday of each month. Enjoy coastal-inspired bites like poké or BBQ oysters, laid-back vibes, and live entertainment as the sun sets over Carneros. Ticket price includes 2 glasses of sparkling wine and Hawaiian-inspired bites. $100, 6-8pm, gloriaferrer.com

OCTOBER 3, 17

PAIRINGS AFTER DARK

St. Francis Winery & Vineyards, Santa Rosa

Discover an unforgettable evening of culinary excellence and award-winning wines at this nocturnal take on the acclaimed five-course finedining wine experience, where Sonoma’s renowned flavors come alive under the night sky. This elegant event invites you to savor masterfully crafted wine pairings curated by Executive Chef Peter Janiak. Each seasonally inspired dish is thoughtfully designed to highlight and complement exceptional wines, delivering a symphony of flavors that define Sonoma wineries’ best offerings.

$150, 5:30-7:30pm, stfranciswinery.com

OCTOBER 3

THE LAUGH CELLAR: COMEDIAN MONIQUE MARVEZ

Bacchus Landing, Healdsburg

Monique Marvez is bringing her sharp wit and hilarious storytelling to Bacchus Landing. Known for her unique blend of observational humor and personal anecdotes, she’ll have the crowd laughing non-stop as she spins tales from her life and reflects on the quirks of everyday experiences. The intimate setting of Bacchus Landing will provide the perfect backdrop for Monique’s engaging comedy, making for a night of laughter and good vibes that shouldn’t be missed. 6:30pm, $42/$52, crushersofcomedy.com

OCTOBER 3

Simmer Down Saturday

Live Music Series – Jami Jamison Band

Muscardini Cellars, Kenwood

Experience the perfect blend of wine, culinary offerings: wine, local food trucks, and the melodies of live music on the front patio. $10 cover, 6-8pm, muscardinicellars.com

OCTOBER 3

Founder’s Friday – Provençal Fare

Joseph Phelps Vineyards, St. Helena

Founder’s Friday series, where we celebrate the favorite regions and cultures of our founder, $150. 4-6pm, josephphelps.com

OCTOBER 3

Harvest Movie Nights:

Troop Beverly Hills

Gundlach Bundschu Winery, Sonoma

Welcome splash of wine and popcorn provided – candy available for purchase; in the amphitheater. $25, 5:30-9:30pm, gunbun.com

OCTOBER 3

DJ & DANCING

Greenview Bar & Grill, Hidden Valley Lake greenviewbarandgrill.com

OCTOBER 3, 4, 17, 18

Cooking with Cakebread: Savor the Flavors of Spain Cooking Class

OCTOBER 2

LIVE MUSIC – MICHELLE LAMBERT

Adobe Road Winery, Petaluma

Sip on award-winning wines while enjoying talented local musicians in a warm and inviting atmosphere. This Pop singer/songwriter has toured from coast to coast making waves all over the country. Reserve your spot on Tock and make it a memorable night of great music, fine wine, and good company!

4:30-7pm, adoberoadwines.com

Cakebread Cellars, Rutherford

The Estate Chef will draw inspiration from comfort-food favorites, putting together our memories and elegant ingredients to add a gourmet twist on the food that satisfies our palates and touches our soul. $280, 9:30am2:30pm, cakebread.com

OCTOBER 4

LIVE MUSIC ON THE PIAZZA:

JEREMY LIPSIN

Bacchus Landing, Healdsburg

Immerse yourself in the harmonious vibes of talented artists, exquisite wines, and the joy of shared moments with a perfect blend of wine, music, and community. 12-4pm bacchuslanding.com

OCTOBER 4

2023 PINOT NOIR RELEASE EVENT

Etude Wines, Napa

Come for the release of the 2023 Pinot Noirs with a seated food and wine pairing hosted by a renowned chef, featuring expertly crafted dishes paired with a selection of our exceptional Pinot Noirs. $95, 11am, 2pm or 4pm, etudewines.com

OCTOBER 4-5

2023 LIVERMORE VALLEY CABERNET FRANC RELEASE & TASTING

Caddis Wines, Livermore

Come for an exclusive tasting of the new 2023 Livermore Valley Cabernet Franc. $25, 11am-4:3pm, caddiswine.com

OCTOBER 4

Lobster Boil

Peju, Rutherford

Enjoy a lobster dinner paired with limited-release and winery-only wines. Linger long at the table under the stars, listening to live music, or dance the night away. $185, 6:30-9pm, peju.com

SATURDAYS + SUNDAYS IN OCTOBER

LIVE MUSIC ON THE LAWN

Bella Vineyards + Wine Caves, Healdsburg

Settle in for a tasting on the lawn and enjoy live sets from local favorites and rising stars.

• October 4: Chris Rovetti Duo

• October 11 & 12: Steve Pile

• October 18: Dustin Saylor

• October 19: Simon Melrose

• October 15 & 26: Sebastian St. James bellawinery.com

OCTOBER 9

THE KITCHEN SYNC – FEATURING CARISSA SUMMER ROSE

Priest Ranch Tasting Room, Yountville

The Kitchen Sync: Sips + Songs + Prix Fixe is an elevated dinner and music showcase. Each event features Priest Ranch’s estate-grown wines, a seasonal prix fixe dinner menu crafted by Executive Chef Dan Solomon, and live performances by recording artists in partnership with A&R Worldwide. Emerging pop sensation Carissa Summer Rose is a bold new voice in the world of pop and alternative music—fearless, genre-blending, and refreshingly real. Her sound fuses pop, rock, R&B, and a multitude of other genres to deliver an emotional punch, with vulnerable lyrics that champion self-love, female empowerment, equality, inner strength, and unapologetic individuality. $125, 6:30-9pm, priestranchwines.com

OCTOBER 5

BLESSING OF THE ANIMALS

St. Francis Winery & Vineyards, Santa Rosa Bring your furry friends, scaly sidekicks, aquatic companions, and beloved pets of all kinds for an afternoon filled with community spirit, wagging tails, and heartwarming fun. Guests will enjoy raffle prizes, local bites, St. Francis wines, and the always-popular Winery Dog of the Year contest—plus, every animal will receive a special blessing.  2-5pm, stfranciswinery.com

OCTOBER 5

GAME DAY HAPPY HOUR

Adobe Road Winery, Petaluma

Watch the game on two big screens while enjoying 10% off wines by the glass and bottle. Enjoy cheese plates or bring your favorite takeout from nearby spots. 12-5pm, adoberoadwines.com

OCTOBER 9

LIVE MUSIC – JEREMY GORMAN

Adobe Road Winery, Petaluma

Sip on award-winning wines while enjoying Jeremy’s story-driven songs that capture ideas of hope and gratitude, and of his own personal life’s journey. Reserve your spot on Tock and make it a memorable night of great music, fine wine, and good company! 4:30-7pm, adoberoadwines.com

OCTOBER 9

TRACE ADKINS LIVE

Graton Resort & Casino, Rohnert Park 8pm, must be 21+ to attend gratonresortcasino.com

OCTOBER 10

Chef Series – German

Gloria Ferrer Winery, Sonoma Embark on an unforgettable culinary journey through Germany! Join us for an exclusive evening of German delights, masterfully curated by Estate Chef Jason Naaman. Savor the rich flavors of traditional German cuisine, reimagined with a modern flair, perfectly paired with exquisite sparkling wines. $225, 6:30-9pm, gloriaferrer.com

OCTOBER 11

FILIPINO KAMAYAN FEAST

Dot Winery, Bacchus Landing, Healdsburg

Join the North Coast Winemaker of the Year and Dot Winemaker Lise Asimont and Chef Syl Mislang for an extraordinary epicurean experience that brings the bounty of Wine Country farms to life in a Filipino Kamayan feast. Chef Mislang will expertly transform hyperlocal ingredients into delectable Filipino delicacies, artfully displayed along a river of rice on banana leaves. This Kamayan feast will be masterfully paired with exquisite wines crafted by Filipina Winemaker Asimont, creating a curated culinary experience that envelops you in a symphony of flavors and a sense of community under the stars of the beautiful Bacchus piazza. This is a unique and unforgettable experience you won’t want to miss. Limited tickets available. Ticket price includes all food and wine. Additional wine available for purchase. $155, 5:30-9pm, bacchuslanding.com

OCTOBER 11

LIVE MUSIC ON THE PIAZZA: FRANKIE BOURNE

Bacchus Landing, Healdsburg

Immerse yourself in the harmonious vibes of talented artists, exquisite wines, and the joy of shared moments with a perfect blend of wine, music, and community. 12-4pm bacchuslanding.com

OCTOBER 11

HARVEST DINNER

Frank Family Vineyards, Calistoga Join Senior Winemaker Todd Graff in celebrating the season’s bountiful harvest with an elegant dinner in the Estate Courtyard. The evening begins with a sparkling reception and passed canapés, followed by a multi-course feast featuring fresh, in-season ingredients. $325, 6-9pm, frankfamilyvineyards.com

OCTOBER 11

MICHAEL WONG LIVE

Graton Resort & Casino, Rohnert Park

Must be 21+ to attend. $102.70-$308.70 gratonresortcasino.com

OCTOBER 11

50 Years of Heritage Anniversary Dinner

DeLoach Vineyards, Santa Rosa

This exclusive dinner will showcase a seasonal, chef-curated menu thoughtfully paired with our most distinctive Estate wines including La Bienvenue and Les Parcelles Cachées Pinot Noirs. Come for an extraordinary celebration of wine, cuisine, and sense of place that define DeLoach Vineyards: The Russian River Original. $195, 5:30-8:30pm, deloachvineyards.com

OCTOBER 11

3rd Annual Maker’s Market

di Rosa Center for Contemporary Art, Napa Take advantage of early holiday shopping while meandering through the Market with 50+ Bay Area artists/artisans and vendors/ Enjoy the property including the gallery and Sculpture Garden for a discounted entry price for the day. Sidewalk Coffee Company and La Casa del Taco will be serving beverages and food. dirosaart.org

OCTOBER 12

Fall Wine Release Party

Markham Vineyards, St. Helena

Live music, food trucks and Merryvale wines

Music: Duo Fotia | Food truck: Dino’s Greek Food Truck , 5:30-7:30pm, markhamvineyards.com

OCTOBER 12

GAME DAY HAPPY HOUR

Adobe Road Winery, Petaluma

Watch the game on two big screens while enjoying 10% off wines by the glass and bottle. Enjoy cheese plates or bring your favorite takeout from nearby spots. 12-5pm, adoberoadwines.com

OCTOBER 14

‘World of Cheese Tour’ Classes

Autumn Cheese Plate

Winston’s Cafe, Napa

Yes, artisan cheeses have seasons. And these seven are at their best in sweater weather. Janet Fletcher will lead a sit-down guided cheese tasting. $80, 5:30-7:30pm, janetfletcher.com

OCTOBER 15

TRIVIA NIGHT

Greenview Bar & Grill, Hidden Valley Lake greenviewbarandgrill.com

OCTOBER 16

Live Music on the Terrace

Markham Vineyards, St. Helena

Highly anticipated fall release wines will be poured alongside a country-style barbecue feast from Kinder’s BBQ, and toe-tapping tunes from Dustin Saylor, the Bay Area’s #1 country/folk artist. $85, 1-3pm, markhamvineyards.com

OCTOBER 17

PAIRINGS AFTER DARK

St. Francis Winery & Vineyards, Santa Rosa

Discover an unforgettable evening of culinary excellence and award-winning wines at this nocturnal take on the acclaimed five-course fine-dining wine experience, where Sonoma’s renowned flavors come alive under the night sky. This elegant event invites you to savor masterfully crafted wine pairings curated by Executive Chef Peter Janiak. Each seasonally inspired dish is thoughtfully designed to highlight and complement our exceptional wines, delivering a symphony of flavors that define Sonoma wineries’ best offerings. $150, 5:30-7:30pm, stfranciswinery.com

OCTOBER 18

LIVE MUSIC ON THE PIAZZA: ROOTSTOCKS

Bacchus Landing, Healdsburg

Immerse yourself in the harmonious vibes of talented artists, exquisite wines, and the joy of shared moments with a perfect blend of wine, music, and community. 12-4pm bacchuslanding.com

OCTOBER 18

Landmark Through the Ages: A Vertical Tasting of Rayhill Vineyards Pinot Noir & Rodgers Creek Chardonnay (2015–2018)

Landmark Vineyards, Kenwood

Explore the depth and evolution of Landmark’s acclaimed vineyard-designate wines in this vertical tasting seminar, featuring four vintages of Rayhill Vineyards Pinot Noir and Rodgers Creek Chardonnay. This guided experience invites guests to taste and compare how site, vintage, and aging shape each wine’s character over time. 2-3pm, landmarkwine.com

OCTOBER 18

Big Green Egg Estate Luncheon

Series: Thanksgiving Celebration St. Supéry Estate Winery, St. Helena Gather for a pre-holiday season luncheon to learn tips and tricks when preparing grilled turkey as well as insightful twists on sides to delight your family and friends. Raise a glass to harvest with the latest wine releases and plan your holiday celebrations. Event includes wine pairings and lunch, grilling demonstration, and a Big Green Egg Gift Bag.

$180, 12-2:30pm, stsupery.com

OCTOBER 18

Pizza Challenge

Peju, Rutherford

Guests gather around the handcrafted Mugnaini wood-burning oven for a culinary showdown. Engage in this interactive experience as the team guides you through crafting your own delicious pies. Join forces with fellow guests to create the ultimate pie, handcrafting your own unique toppings while ensuring they pair perfectly with featured PEJU wines. $155, 12-3pm, peju.com

OCTOBER 18

SEBASTIAN MANISCALCO LIVE

Graton Resort & Casino, Rohnert Park 8pm, must be 21+ to attend, gratonresortcasino.com

OCTOBER 18

Sunset Series

MacRostie Estate House, Healdsburg

Each month, features a special menu and live musician alongside thoughtfully paired wines. October Menu: Akaushi Wagyu 48 Hour Short Rib Sandwich, house made buttermilk biscuit, Carolina mustard barbecue sauce, cabbage slaw, and Brunch Boys Mac and Cheese. $90, 5pm, macrostiewinery.com

OCTOBER 19

GAME DAY HAPPY HOUR

Adobe Road Winery, Petaluma

Watch the game on two big screens while enjoying 10% off wines by the glass and bottle. Enjoy cheese plates or bring your favorite takeout from nearby spots. 12-5pm, adoberoadwines.com

OCTOBER 23

LIVE MUSIC – TIMOTHY O’NEIL DUO

Adobe Road Winery, Petaluma

Sip on award-winning wines while enjoying talented local musicians in a warm and inviting atmosphere. Reserve your spot on Tock and make it a memorable night of great music, fine wine, and good company! 4:30-7pm, adoberoadwines.com

OCTOBER 24

SUMMER DINNER SERIES

Bacchus Landing, Healdsburg

The last monthly gathering bringing together exceptional boutique wineries and seasonal menus from Chef Kristine Gallagher of A Savvy Kitchen — all under the evening sky at Bacchus Landing. The October dinner features the elegant and expressive wines of Smith Story Wine Cellars, paired with a cozy, autumn-inspired menu perfect for the season’s close.

$114, 5:30-8:30pm, bacchuslanding.com

OCTOBER 24

JUKEBOX BINGO

Greenview Bar & Grill, Hidden Valley Lake greenviewbarandgrill.com

OCTOBER 24

Harvest Movie Nights: Jaws

Gundlach Bundschu Winery, Sonoma

Welcome splash of wine and popcorn provided –candy available for purchase; in the amphitheater. $25, 5:30-9:30pm, gunbun.com

OCTOBER 25

LIVE MUSIC ON THE PIAZZA: HIGH STRUNG

Bacchus Landing, Healdsburg

Immerse yourself in the harmonious vibes of talented artists, exquisite wines, and the joy of shared moments with a perfect blend of wine, music, and community. 12-4pm bacchuslanding.com

OCTOBER 24

WINEMAKER DINNER SERIES with CAROL SHELTON WINES

Bay View Restaurant & Lounge, Inn at the Tides, Bodega Bay

The intimate and relaxed setting of The Bay View Restaurant & Lounge is the ideal backdrop for this monthly “Dinner with the Winemaker” series. It’s the perfect opportunity to talk one-on-one with winemakers and winery executives all while enjoying a variety of award-winning wines and locally grown foods. 6:30pm, Special room rates available for winemaker dinner guests. For Winemaker Dinner and/or room reservations call 707-875-2751 or email: reservations@innatthetides.com innatthetides.com

OCTOBER 25

PORK & PINOT

Gloria Ferrer, Sonoma

Back by popular demand, Pork & Pinot pairs their finest Pinot Noirs with a variety of pork-inspired dishes from multiple tasting stations — an indulgent celebration of bold flavors and classic Carneros pairings. gloriaferrer.com

OCTOBER 25

MUNCHKIN MASQUERADE

Jelly Belly Visitors Center, Fairfield

With your hosts Mr. Jelly Belly and Kelly the Clown! Treat bags available for the first 300 kids and costumes are encouraged! 9am-11am, jellybelly.com

OCTOBER 25 & 26

THE TENORS

VJB Cellars, Kenwood

Make a day of it with family, friends, and vino as The Tenors serenade you on the Piazza. Grab lunch and enjoy the performance – there’s no better way to savor a Sonoma afternoon.

1-1:45pm, no charge for entry. Wine and food available for purchase. www.vjbcellars.com

OCTOBER 25

’80S TERROR NIGHT HALLOWEEN PARTY

Graton Resort & Casino, Rohnert Park 8pm-midnight, must be 21+ to attend, gratonresortcasino.com

OCTOBER 25

WINE & ART: A SENSORY CELEBRATION OF PETALUMA'S HARVEST & ARTISANS

Petaluma Arts Center, Petaluma

Two of Petaluma's most vibrant cultural organizations, the Petaluma Gap Winegrowers Alliance and the Petaluma Arts Center join together for the first time to debut an unforgettable experience. The adventure begins at the Petaluma Arts Center, where attendees will park their cars, view PAC's current exhibition with a toast, and then be whisked away by luxury shuttles to Beaumont Farms. $101.34, 4-7pm

OCTOBER 26

GAME DAY HAPPY HOUR

Adobe Road Winery, Petaluma

Watch the game on two big screens while enjoying 10% off wines by the glass and bottle. Enjoy cheese plates or bring your favorite takeout from nearby spots. 12-5pm, adoberoadwines.com

NOVEMBER 1-2

WINE & FOOD AFFAIR

A delicious weekend adventure in Alexander, Dry Creek, and Russian River Valleys!

Embark on a culinary adventure as 50 wineries along the Wine Road invite you to indulge in a weekend of perfectly paired wine and food. Each participating winery will showcase a bite of one of their favorite recipes, thoughtfully paired with a wine that brings out its best flavors.

Discover a mix of beloved classics returning by popular demand and exciting new creations debuting this year. Love what you taste? All recipes will be available online, so you can recreate your favorite pairings at home and relive the experience. Ticket Includes:

• Wine tasting at every participating winery (minimum of 3 tastes per winery)

• Creative food pairings • A commemorative Wine & Food Affair glass Designated Driver wristbands available (includes food tastings, but no wine service).

VIP Weekend ticket includes a Friday night Happy Hour, and breakfast on Saturday morning. wineroad.com

OCTOBER 29

TRIVIA NIGHT

Greenview Bar & Grill, Hidden Valley Lake greenviewbarandgrill.com

NOVEMBER 1

THE PERFECT POUR: WINE GLASS MASTERCLASS

Gloria Ferrer, Sonoma

This immersive Glassware Masterclass will take you on an elegant journey through the science and artistry of glassware, as each shape enhances the unique characteristics of Gloria Ferrer’s varietals. You’ll also receive a set of four Riedel glasses to take home, so you can continue the experience long after the class. $150, 11am-1pm, gloriaferrer.com

NOVEMBER 1

HALLOWEEN SILENT DISCO

Beringer Winery, St. Helena

Slip on your headphones, choose your vibe and dance the night away in Beringer’s mystical wine caves while sipping wickedly good wines and chilling wine cocktails. Costumes encouraged, spirits provided. Prizes await the most frightfully fun and unforgettable costumes of the night! Admission unlocks your first glass of wine (or a mocktail) and a spellbound rave pack to light your night. Additional moonlit-morsels and bewitching beverages will be available for purchase. $55, 6-9pm, beringer.com

NOVEMBER 1

LIVE MUSIC ON THE PIAZZA: JACOB PHILP BENNING

Bacchus Landing, Healdsburg

Immerse yourself in the harmonious vibes of talented artists, exquisite wines, and the joy of shared moments. 12-4pm, bacchuslanding.com

NOVEMBER 2

GAME DAY HAPPY HOUR

Adobe Road Winery, Petaluma

Watch the game on two big screens while enjoying 10% off wines by the glass and bottle. Enjoy cheese plates or bring your favorite takeout from nearby spots. 12-5pm, adoberoadwines.com

NOVEMBER 2

CUP OF JOE LIVE

Graton Resort & Casino, Rohnert Park 7pm, must be 21+ to attend, gratonresortcasino.com

NOVEMBER 4

‘World of Cheese Tour’ Class

Winston’s Cafe, Napa

The evening’s wide-ranging cheese selection will prove just how versatile sparkling wine is. Janet Fletcher will lead a sit-down guided cheese tasting. $80, 5:30-7:30pm, janetfletcher.com

Best Wine Country Inn

Best Staycation

WHERE CALIFORNIA WINE COUNTRY MEETS THE SONOMA COAST…

THE INN AT THE TIDES IS LOCATED 60 MILES NORTH OF SAN FRANCISCO AND IS NEARBY THE FINEST BEACHES, WORLD-CLASS WINE TASTING, CHAMPIONSHIP GOLF, SPORTFISHING ADVENTURES, WHALE WATCHING TOURS & THE MAGNIFICENT ARMSTRONG REDWOODS NATURAL RESERVE

COMPLIMENTARY CONTINENTAL BREAKFAST

BOTTLE OF WINE UPON ARRIVAL BAY, POOL, GARDEN OR PASTURE VIEWS

IN-ROOM MASSAGE SERVICES

POOL, SAUNA, WHIRLPOOL AND FITNESS CENTER

WIRELESS INTERNET AVAILABLE

ROOM SERVICE – BREAKFAST & DINNER

800 HIGHWAY ONE, BODEGA BAY, CALIFORNIA 94923

WWW.INNATTHETIDES.COM (800) 541-7788

WINEMAKER DINNER SERIES

AT THE BAY VIEW RESTAURANT

CAROL SHELTON WINES, OCTOBER 24

ST. FRANCIS WINERY & VINEYARDS, NOVEMBER 14

FERRARI-CARANO VINEYARDS & WINERY, DECEMBER 5

NO SEATS AVAILABLE ... WITHOUT A VIEW OF THE BAY

UNBELIEVABLY BEAUTIFUL SETTING AND VIEWS. MADE FAMOUS IN THE EARLY 1960’S AS THE BACKDROP OF ALFRED HITCHCOCK’S FILM CLASSIC, “THE BIRDS”, THE TIDES REMAINS A POPULAR DESTINATION FOR LOCALS AND TRAVELERS FROM AROUND THE WORLD.

OPEN 365 DAYS A YEAR

BREAKFAST, LUNCH, DINNER & COCKTAILS

SEAFOOD, BURGERS, PASTA, CHOWDER, STEAKS VEGETARIAN AND GLUTEN-FREE SELECTIONS

CHILDREN’S MENU AND FOOD TO GO

WIRELESS INTERNET AVAILABLE

835 HIGHWAY ONE, BODEGA BAY, CALIFORNIA 94923

WWW.INNATTHETIDES.COM (707) 847-3652

The Press Democrat Readers’ Choice

Bohemian

Sonoma County Wineries & Tasting Rooms

Rockpile

Blanchard Family Wines

BloodRoot Wines

Breathless Sparkling Wines

Cartograph Wines

Coursey Graves

Devil Proof Vineyards

Ehret Family Winery

Ernest Vineyards

Foley Society: Healdsburg

G&C Lurton

Gordian Knot

Hartford Family

Hawley Tasting Room & Gallery

Hirsch Tasting Room

Hudson Street Wineries:

• Burnside Road

• Owl Ridge

• Shippey Vineyards

• Willowbrook

Je Cohn Cellars

La Follette Wines

Lioco Wine Company

Longboard Vineyards

Malm Cellars

Marine Layer

Matt Smith/Grapeseed Meeker Vineyards

Murphy-Goode

Old Roma Station:

Cole Ranch

Es Okay • Hart’s Desire Wines • Leo Steen Wines

• Pezzi King Vineyards

Rootdown

Sapphire Hill Winery

Portalupi

Ramey Wine Cellars

Roadhouse Winery

Rockpile Vineyards

Sanglier Cellars

Seghesio

Selby

Siduri

Spicy Vines

Stephen & Walker

Stressed Vines Cellars

Thumbprint

Truett Hurst Winery Williamson

Sonoma

Malm Cellars Matt Smith Siduri

Vineyards

DOWNTOWN HEALDSBURG

Preston Bella Zichichi

GEYSERVILLE

Kokomo Papapietro Perry Peterson

Raymond Burr Quivira/La Follette Göpfrich Martorana MichelSchlumberger Mounts Passalacqua Kachina Rued Teldeschi Unti Mazzocco A. Rafanelli Dry

CALISTOGA

ST. HELENA

LOS CARNEROS

Napa Valley Wineries & Tasting Rooms

Exploring DOWNTOWN NAPA

Bazan Cellars/MaCo

Vermeil Back Room Wines

Palisades

Starbucks T Vine

MAIN STREET

Wilfred’s Lounge Bounty Hunter Boho Lifestyle Allegria

Don Perico

Jax Diner

Napa Noodles/Eiko’s Poke Bar

Miyamo

Chateau Buena Vista

Overland Anthropologie

Brown Estate

Pera Rug

Archer Hotel Lululemon Free People

Sky & Vine Rooftop Bar

Charlie Palmer Steak

Compline

Milo & Friends

Pet Boutique Cupcake Childrens

Bougie Napa

The Perfect Provenance

FIRS T STRE E T NAPA RIVER

Habituate

Inti

Napa Cigars

Napa Valley Distillery ArBaretum

Shadowbox Rebel Vintners

Goodman Library

STREET

Kalifornia Jean Bar State & 1st Mecox Makers Market

Fess Parker

Mia Carta

Napastak

Honey Whiskey Boutique Riza

Vineyard 29

The Bennington

Blue Diamond Jewelers I•elle

Eiko’s Sushi

Copperfields

Alpha Omega Collective

Annette’s Chocolate & Ice Cream

STRE E T

Acumen Wine Gallery

Napa Valley 1st & Franklin

Cadet Keplinger

FRANKLIN STREET RANDOLPH STREET COOMBS STREET

Antiques on 2nd Outland Outer Space Wines

Norman Rose Tavern

T SEMINARY STREET

Oenotri Ellman Family Tarla Padis Andaz Hotel JaM Cellars

Grace’s Table Monday Bakery Jeffries General

Muguette Renee A French Boutique

Gamling & McDuck

SCHOOL STREET

BIKE TOURS

SHOPPING

ÆRENA Gallery – Contemporary art and sculpture; curiosities old and new

Helen Lyall – Some of the greatest designer clothing, shoes & accessories

LIV & Well Boutique – Curated organic, sustainable, and thoughtful items for women

DINING

Los Agaves Napa – Authentic Mexican food

Entrecot – A taste of true Argentinian cuisine

Morimoto Asia – Inventive, high-end Japanese fare & artful cocktails

Morimoto Napa – Western/Japanese cuisine by Iron Chef Masaharu Morimoto

Waterfront Seafood Grill – Fresh, quality seafood restaurant

Scott Lyall clothes for men – One-on-one experience that fits everyone’s lifestyle

Shoppe Twelve – Boutique clothing for every style

Sidestreet – Travel/shaving accessories, fine cigars, custom suits/shirts

SPECIALTY

Napa Valley Roasting Company – Freshly roasted specialty coffee

Zuniga Optical – Luxury eye care shop

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