Though far from the Douro Valley of Portugal, visitors to Sonoma County will be pleased with the variety of Port-style and dessert wines available in the area. It’s time to start planning: these ports are ready for pouring.
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The Green Valley AVA is located in the southwestern part of the Russian River Valley, bounded by the towns of Sebastopol, Forestville and Occidental. The area is known for its foggy climate and well-drained soil, which makes the wines throughout the AVA unusually cohesive and distinct–in other words, a worthwhile tasting experience, to be sure.
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With many small scale operations, Cloverdale is a gem for both wine nerds and casual drinkers. Those desiring a better understanding of how grapes turn to wine can drink up quite an education, while the rest can just drink some of the best wines in the country.
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With a welcoming atmosphere, the wineries of Glen Ellen will make sure you leave satisfied and relaxed. Even the larger wineries keep a familial attitude when guests are in the tasting room, so ask plenty of questions while you enjoy the wines being poured.
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Geyserville is a small area in Sonoma County Wine Country, but there’s no shortage of good wine. Enjoy finding new favorites and in most cases, leaving the crowds behind.
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Plan a weekend getaway to Petaluma to experience the best of California wine without the crowds that can often accompany a California wine weekend.
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The unique Fort Ross-Seaview AVA is distinguished by a cool climate, steep mountains, and stunning Pacific Ocean views. The region, which is renowned for its Pinot Noir and Chardonnay, has five wineries as well as 18 commercial vineyards. Spend a day meandering through this beautiful coastal region to try Fort Ross wines, or visit a nearby region to taste wines made from grapes grown in Fort Ross.
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