During what is typically the busiest time of year, Wine Country destinations are slower than they should be. Here’s how you can help turn the tide.
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During what is typically the busiest time of year, Wine Country destinations are slower than they should be. Here’s how you can help turn the tide.
Anchoring a corner of Healdsburg, just opposite the historic town plaza, Pizzando is a lively, casual restaurant dominated by the aroma of good things. Emerging from it’s wood fired over, the menu features pizzas, hearty seasonal antipasti and hand-crafted pastas.
Since 1986, J Vineyards has built a reputation as not only one of California’s premier sparkling wine producers, but also one of the few wineries in America to master the art of producing both sparkling and still wines.
Harvest is one of the best times of year in Sonoma County. The late summer and early fall weather is reliably perfect while the leaves on the vines slowly turn to vibrant yellows, oranges and reds.
Whether it’s a snazzy clothing boutique, a cozy restaurant or a bed and breakfast with amazing views, there’s nothing more exciting than being able to discover a local hidden gem.
For the visitor to Sonoma County, summertime can bring to mind visions of bright sunshine, green vineyards, and glorious breezes. And of course, they wouldn’t be wrong. But there’s so much more to Sonoma County, including beaches that are often socked in by fog,
Located in the heart of town, this small plaza is nestled among a handful of favorite restaurants and shops. Be sure to grab your walking shoes, wallet, and a healthy appetite to enjoy Healdsburg’s Plaza the way the locals do.
Throughout Sonoma County, there are delightful little areas, pockets of charm with vistas, food, wine and a soft bed at the end of the day. Here are some of our favorite places to eat, stay and play around the Redwood Empire.
Sonoma County’s mild climate and breathtaking landscape make it an ideal location for experiencing the outdoors. Redwood forest hikes, coastal kayaking, picturesque bike rides, and educational vineyard walks await Sonoma County visitors. Want to do it all? In Sonoma, you can enjoy hiking, paddling, even an African safari — and of course, wine. These outdoor activities highlight the best of what Sonoma County has to offer.
The Viansa Winery encompasses 130 acres at the summit of the Sonoma Valley, with most of that land devoted not to wine, but to wilderness. The property includes 97 acres of wetlands, all in the midst of an historic restoration effort spearheaded by Viansa in partnership with conservation group Ducks Unlimited.
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