Raise a Glass to 200 Years: Sonoma’s Big Birthday & the Summer of the Sonoma Spritz

Robyn Sebastiani is back on the mic with us on the latest episode of The Sonoma Spiel, and this time, she’s mixing history with a splash of summer fun.

As Sonoma County celebrates 200 years of winemaking, Robyn joins us to talk all things Sonoma 200 — from festive community events to a refreshing new drink that's taking center stage: the Sonoma Spritz.

A Toast to History — And the Drink of the Summer

This summer, Sonoma Valley is buzzing with events commemorating two centuries of winemaking excellence. Robyn gives us the inside scoop on:

  • Sonoma Spritz Month, celebrating the region’s freshest summer sipper

  • An epic scavenger hunt winding through the vineyards and historic spots of Sonoma Valley

  • The Valley of the Moon Vintage Festival, a time-honored, community-wide celebration with deep local roots

But the star of the episode? The Sonoma Spritz — a bright, bubbly cocktail made with local Sonoma Valley wine and a few easy-to-find fresh ingredients. It's the perfect way to sip the summer and savor the story of Sonoma’s past, present, and future.

Listener Q&A: We Get Questions!

As always, we answered your questions about visiting wine country. This week, Robyn took on:

  • “Where can we rent a wheelchair in Sonoma?”

  • “Can we swim in the Russian River right now?”

  • “We’re driving around and noticed there are three Sonomas. Which one has the hills and the wineries?” (Spoiler: Yes, that Sonoma is the one you're looking for!)

  • “Are there any co-op tasting rooms where you can try wines from different wineries in one place?”

Got your own Sonoma questions? Send them our way — email info@sonomavalley.com, text us at 707-996-1090, or connect with us on social media or in person at our visitor centers.

Plan Your Summer in Sonoma

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