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Where we’re drinking.

  • Sonoma
  • Napa Valley
  • Enotourism
  • Russian River Valley
  • Santa Cruz Mountains
  • Anderson Valley
  • Dry Creek Valley
  • Livermore AVA
  • Sonoma Coast

Rating system out of 5 🍷

Domaine Carneros
Domaine Carneros

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A great way to eat lunch and sample wine in Carneros.

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Napa ValleyRachel BakerAugust 26, 2022Domaine Carnerossparkling wine
Artesa Vineyards & Winery
Artesa Vineyards & Winery

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Good view, not great wine or good service.

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Napa ValleyRachel BakerAugust 19, 2022Artesa Vineyards and Winerypinot noir
Bucklin Old Hill Ranch
Bucklin Old Hill Ranch

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If I could give a six out of five I would.

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SonomaRachel BakerAugust 12, 2022Bucklin Old Hill Ranchfield blend, grenache, Zinfandel
Hirsch Vineyards
Hirsch Vineyards

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Good wines and an educational tasting experience.

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SonomaRachel BakerAugust 5, 2022hirsch vineyards tasting roomhealdsburg, pinot noir
Idlewild Wines
Idlewild Wines

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This is not how they would make them in Italy.

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SonomaRachel BakerJuly 29, 2022idlewild wineshealdsburg, italian varietals
Nalle Winery
Nalle Winery

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Nalle is for seekers of old vine Zin in a relaxed atmosphere.

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SonomaRachel BakerJuly 22, 2022Nalle WineryDry Creek Valley, Zinfandel
Balletto Vineyards
Balletto Vineyards

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A reminder to always ask for recommendations!

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Rachel BakerJuly 15, 2022balletto vineyards
Iron Horse Vineyards
Iron Horse Vineyards

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The tasting β€œroom” may be little more than an outdoor bar but it’s still my favorite champagnerie in Sonoma County.

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SonomaRachel BakerJuly 8, 2022Iron Horse Vineyard
Fort Ross Vineyard
Fort Ross Vineyard

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Come for the view, stay for the Pinotage.

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Rachel BakerJuly 1, 2022Fort Ross Vineyard
Turnbull Wine Cellars
Turnbull Wine Cellars

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The wines at Turnbull Wine Cellars may be pricey, even for Napa Valley Cab. They are also delicious.

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Napa ValleyRachel BakerJune 24, 2022Turnbull Wine Cellars
Round Pond Estate
Round Pond Estate

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Round Pond Estate offers the opportunity to sample their wines paired with an exceptional 4-course lunch.

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Napa ValleyRachel BakerJune 17, 2022Round Pond Estate
Domaine Chandon
Domaine Chandon

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Not my favorite bubbles experience.

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Napa ValleyRachel BakerJuly 30, 2021bubbles
Mumm Napa
Mumm Napa

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Go to sample the reserve wines but purchase at your local store.

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Rachel BakerJuly 23, 2021
Frank's Family Vineyards
Frank's Family Vineyards

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Recommended for lovers of bubbles …and well-made wines of all kinds

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Napa ValleyRachel BakerJuly 16, 2021Frank's Family Vineyardsbubbles, bordeaux blend
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Rachel BakerJuly 11, 2021
JCB
JCB

A lot of look, not a lot of taste. I must assume this is for the Instagram crowd.

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Napa ValleyRachel BakerMarch 24, 2020
The Omelet Express
The Omelet Express

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Closest thing I’ve found to a diner outside New York State.

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SonomaRachel BakerMarch 17, 2020
Breathless Winery
Breathless Winery

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Perfect for a Bachelorette weekend and lovers of sparkling wines.

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Rachel BakerMarch 10, 2020
Roederer Estate & Scharffenberger
Roederer Estate & Scharffenberger

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If you’re into bubbles, these champagneries are worth the trip!

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Anderson ValleyRachel BakerMarch 3, 2020
Verde Valley Arizona Wineries
Verde Valley Arizona Wineries

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Only recommended if you’re bored.

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EnotourismRachel BakerJanuary 21, 2020
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