Wine Tasting Etiquette 101

With over 13,000 acres of vineyards and 80 tasting rooms, Sonoma Valley offers fantastic wine tasting options to explore. Specializing in wines like Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Sauvignon Blanc and Zinfandel, there is sure to be a taste that works for you. When you’re planning…

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Celebrating the Harvest, Sonoma-Style

In wine country, the late summer and early fall are abuzz with so much talk of harvest, they make pumpkin spice season look like child’s play. For generations, the harvest represents the fruits of our labors and is marked in Sonoma Valley with a whole season of celebrations. From the Annual Valley…

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Best Activities for the Dog Days of Summer

The dog days of summer are here in Sonoma Valley, and with them, a host of relaxing and enjoyable activities to kick back, unwind and cool off. The Sonoma sunshine in summer is dry and hot, often with afternoon coastal breezes to balance temps. However, when the dog days arrive, it’s a great idea to…

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i ❤️ sonoma valley: The Story Behind Our Famous Sticker

Folks who stop by one of our two visitors centers are likely to be familiar with a basket of stickers that say, “I ❤️ SONOMA VALLEY.” And hopefully, some of you even stick them on your shirts or bags while you’re here. While they are fun to give out and to wear, they once had a special meaning……

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Backyard Barbecue Wine & Spirits Basics

“Drink what you like,” may seem like a great rule for wine and food pairing, but any seasoned Sonoma wine pro will tell you that the right pairing does make a difference and it can really maximize your enjoyment of both food and drink. And by considering a few backyard barbecue wine-pairing basics…

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