With so many fantastic regions to choose from in Northern California’s famous Wine Country, it can be difficult to navigate the landscape. While Napa may be the most prominent name among wine enthusiasts for wineries and tasting rooms, Sonoma County is equally rich with world-class opportunities to try great wine.
Sonoma County has phenomenal food, rustic wineries, and some of the most beautiful natural bounty on the West Coast. And while eating, wine tasting, and relaxing poolside are great, a big part of the fun is just traveling around and taking in the enchanting scenery.
Serene and quiet Jenner beckons to visitors looking to get away from the urban bustle in favor of connecting with the tranquility of nature.
Windsor is a friendly, small town located close to some of the best wine regions in the world. It’s in the Russian River Valley American Viticultural Area, with Chalk Hill, Dry Creek Valley, and Anderson Valley, all closeby. Yet, the town center remains more of a local’s hangout than a tourist spot, giving you an insider’s view of real life in Wine Country.
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.
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.
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.
Forestville combines the tranquility of rural Sonoma County—rolling vineyards, majestic redwoods, and the winding Russian River—with the best of Sonoma Wine Country. Our guide covers the best wineries in and around Forestville to help you plan your next trip to this idyllic corner of Sonoma County.
Plan a weekend getaway to Petaluma to experience the best of California wine without the crowds that can often accompany a California wine weekend.
For the past 33 years, the Ferrers have helped wine drinkers in Sonoma County learn about the sometimes-underappreciated category of sparkling wines. Named after José Ferrer’s wife Gloria, this winery is one of the only places in Sonoma where you can enjoy sparkling wines with grapes that were hand-picked.
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