THREADSANDVINO WINE COUNTRY GUIDE T A S T E + P L A Y + E N J O Y 2017 / FREE NorCal Wine Country Guide www..net PLUS More things to do, see, & eat between tastings!
Tenbrink Vineyards: A family owned winery, Tenbrink Vineyards includes 60 acres of vineyards and 52 acres of fruit trees, nut trees, and heirloom tomatoes. In 2006 they decided to team up with winemaker Abe Schoener to create their own wines and have been hand crafting bold reds and elegant whites ever since. Wines served at the winery are Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Tempranillo. By Appointment Only. Location: Fairfiled, CA Website: www.suisunvalley.com MORE SUISUN VALLEY SUGGESTIONS: - Howard Wines - Seven Artisans Winery - Blacksmith Cellars - King Andrews Vineyards - Mangels Vineyards - Sunset Cellars SUISUN VALLEY, CA Wooden Valley Winery: A winery that survived prohibition, the Lanza family took over Wooden Valley Winery in 1955. Since then, their winery has grown to be one of Suisun Valley s Flagship wineries showcasing the fantastic fruit the valley has to offer. A great place to taste wines, I suggest trying their Petite Sirah, Cabernet, Sauvignon Blanc, and White Gamay. Location: Fairfield, CA Website: www.woodenvalley.com Suisun Valley Co-Op: The Suisun Valley Co-Op is a culmination of all of Suisun Valley s hidden gems. Most of the wineries represented at the Co-Op are small boutique wineries and you will most likely meet one of the winemakers while you are there. The wineries represented at the Co- Op Include Blacksmith Cellars, King Andrews Vineyards, Mangels Vineyards, and Sunset Cellars. Location: Fairfield, CA Website: www.suisunvalley.com Farm Stands: Larry's Produce Erickson Ranch Shooting Star CSA Mankas Steakhouse Rockville Corner Kinders Shopping: The Little Art Shop Phillip Glashoff Cal Yee Farms Il Fiorello Olive Oil
Raymond Vineyards: This is Napa's "hipster" winery in my opinion. They have great wines and funky tasting rooms. One room is totally encrusted in red velvet, another has crazy mirrors everywhere, and another has a 007 theme. An interesting tasting experience. By appointment only. Location: Napa, CA Website: www.raymondvineyards.com MORE NAPA SUGGESTIONS: - Frog's Leap - Laird Family Estates - Antica Napa Valley - Stag s Leap Winery - Caymus Vineyards - Chimney Rock - Viader - Red Cap Vineyards - Mondavi - Opus One - Artesa - Silver Oak - Pine Ridge - Chapallet - Far Niente NAPA VALLEY, CA Cade: This has been by far and away my most favorite cave tour. The wines are delicious and the views are incredible. I would suggest splurging for this tour. Request Kevin Green as your tour guide if you can. You need a reservation as they only service 40 people a day. Location: Angwin, CA Website: www.cadewinery.com HdV Wines: Hyde Vineyards prides themselves on creating single vineyard wines to showcase each fruit block they so tirelessly farm. You can taste the blood, sweat, and tears that this family puts into growing premier fruit and creating specialty wines. A beautiful place to visit and taste. By Appointment Only. Location: Napa, CA Website: www.hdvwines.com Farm Stands: Oxbow Public Market Oakville Grocer Rutherford Grill Angel Restaurant & Bar Shopping: Downtown Napa Downtown Yountville
Schramsberg Best Champagne wine tour in the valley. You must make a reservation in advance and it is worth it. Almost every bottle of sparkling is hand riddled. What is riddling you ask? Well you will get an education in sparkling wine while you taste and tour the underground caves full of delicious wine waiting to be bottled. Location: Calistoga, CA Website: www.schramsberg.com MORE NAPA SUGGESTIONS: - Beringer - Merryvale - Clos - Salvestrin Winery - Orin Swift Cellars - Charles Krug Winery - Pride Mountain Vineyards - Hall - Del Dotto Vineyard & Caves - Joseph Phelps Vineyards - Chateau Montelena - Castello di Amorosa - Tedeschi Family Winery - Von Strasser Winery - Tamber Bey Vineyards - Frank Family Vineyards - T-Vine Winery - Tank Garage Winery - Franciscan Estate ST. HELENA & CALISTOGA, CA Benessere Vineyards: A boutique Italian style winery located in St. Helena. They make Sangiovese, Aglianico, and Sagrnatino wines just to name a few that are delicious. Really intimate tasting with an Italian vibe. You should make a reservation but they will most likely take walk ins. Location: St. Helena Website: www.benesserevineyards.com Sterling As you board the gondola to your tasting you are whisked into the air with 360 views of vineyards. Once you arrive at the winery you can leisurely enjoy your tasting at each tasting station. A great place for large groups or the adrenaline loving wino. Walk ins welcome, however they do offer private tastings by appointment only. Location: Calistoga, California Website: www.hdvwines.com Gott's Roadside Grill Goose & Gander Cindy's Kitchen Local Spa's: Bath's at Roma Spa Calistoga Spa Hot Springs
Cornerstone Sonoma: Sip, savor, and shop at Cornerstone Sonoma. With two tasting rooms on the property you can taste some delicious wines while strolling through gorgeous community gardens. After viewing the art installations you can enjoy a delicious lunch on the property with a side of retail therapy. Location: Sonoma, CA Website: www.cornerstonesonoma.com MORE SONOMA SUGGESTIONS: - Stryker Sonoma - Scribe - Gloria Ferrar - Lancaster Estate - Sonoma-Cutrer Vineyards - Benzinger - J Vineyards & Winery - La Crema Estate at Saralee s Vineyard - Ledson Winery & Vineyards - Sojourn Cellars - Frick Winery - Palmeri Wines - Patz & Hall - A. Rafanelli Winery - Flanagan Wines - Flowers Vineyard & Winery - Gundlach Bundschu Winery - Kosta Browne Winery - Longboard Vineyards SONOMA COUNTY, CA Ceja Vineyards: Ceja Vineyards is an ultra premium Latino owned Carneros winery. The family originally started working in the vineyards as grape pickers. Over time they were able to purchase their own property and start their own winery. The Ceja's have a tasting room located between Sonoma and Napa with a Brewery attached. The wines are all incredible. Make sure to try the Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Red Blends. Location: Carneros, CA Website: www.cejavineyards.com Three Sticks Winery - The Adobe Known for insanely delicious Pinot Noir's, Three Sticks produces amazing wines of distinct quality. Visit their tasting room in downtown Sonoma for a delicious tasting and food pairing or tasting of their current releases. Location: Sonoma, CA Website: www.threestickswines.com Other Things to Do in the Bay Area: Muir Woods Napa Bike Tours Bodega Bay Downtown Sonoma Square