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Sterling Vineyards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36
sPECial CouPons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
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Northern California Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Wineology by Len Napolitano . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Wine Country Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-18
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Overnight Accommodations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30
suisun VallEy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32-33
Suisun Valley Wineries Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
naPa VallEy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35-45
Downtown Napa Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
St. Helena Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38
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sonoMa County . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46-59
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Russian River Area Wineries Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48
Downtown Healdsburg Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
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Sonoma Valley Wineries Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52
Sonoma Plaza Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55
Glen Ellen & Kenwood Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59
MEndoCino & laKE CountiEs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60-61Lake & Mendocino Counties Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
liVERMoRE VallEy Wineries Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62
tREasuRE island Wineries Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63
santa ClaRa, santa CRuZ & MontEREy CountiEs . . 64-66
Monterey Bay/Santa Cruz Mountains Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Salinas Valley Wineries Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
WinERy listings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67-78
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The whole issue of the weather and its effect on winemaking isabout a wines overall quality, flavor, richness, age-ability, complexity
and even cost. A bountiful harvest could mean an abundance of
wines at great value. A spoiled crop may mean increased prices and
limited availability of good wines. There are always exceptions, and it
is very possible to find great wines from not-so-great vintages, and
vice versa.
First, winemakers speak of climate zones, which are geographic
regions differentiated according to the average amount of warmth
above 50 each year. This part of the weather equation is steady, with
minor variation over the long-term. Therefore, knowledge of climate
zones helps a grape grower determine which types of vines to plant.
For example, cooler zones are known to be best for growingChardonnay and Pinot Noir grapes, while warmer zones have proven
beneficial to Syrah and Zinfandel.
The other side of the weather story is the one that can stress the
winemaker as much as the grapes the weather conditions in any
given year, regardless of the climate zone. No two years will have an
identical number of days of sun, rain, fog, mist, hail, frost and wind.
Whats more, the timing of these unpredictable events throughout growing season of March to October can mean the difference betw
a perfect vintage and a horrible one. Thus, wines are identified w
the vintage year information critical to wine buyers.
With the help of Vintage Charts, you can compare vintages of a
major wine-growing regions, which, in effect, is comparing the
weather from year to year. If you buy your wine at wine specialty
shops, vintage charts are normally available for reference, if you ask
When it comes to wines from California, our wine region weather
fairly good and consistent. In dry periods we irrigate the vineyards
But European vineyards depend more on the weather and wines fr
France especially can vary greatly from year to year.
So what kind of weather will produce a perfect vintage? It starwith rain in March, but as of April, is practically rain-free. The day
are warm, the nights are cool, and the summer is long and mild. If
the days get too cold, the grapes will ripen too slowly, sometimes
never fully maturing. This will increase the tartness and acidity in t
wines. If the weather is too hot, the wine tends to be flat and heavy
But the real devastator is rain during, or nearing, harvest time.
This excess moisture will dilute the juice in the grapes and may ev
cause rot to form on the grapes. The period from mid-August to
October is critical to grape growers and winemakers, as they must
continually measure the ripeness of the grapes in making their
decision on when to pick them. They hope for continued warmweather and will shudder at even the threat of rain, as heavy rain a
harvest time can ruin an otherwise great growing season.
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with California winemakers. More information is on his website, www.wineology.com.
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ongoingVineyard & Winery Tours at Raymond VineyardsS. ha, 11am (by app), $15, gup us avaab (by app)www.aymdvyads.m, 800-525-2659x620
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ongoing thRough aPRil 30Napa Valley Arts in AprilVaus vs & as napa Vay!www.ldaynapaVay.m
aPRil 19Fm scree: amenapa Vay Musum, Yuv, 7-9pmwww.apavaymusum., 707-944-0500
aPRil 21Andretti Winery Celebrates Wine
& Cuisine with LunchJ c caa lav cuyad, napa, $70, 12pmwww.adwy.m, rSVP, 888-460-8463x229
aPRil 21Lobster Fest at V. SattuiS. ha, 6:30-9:30pm, $99/mmb, $109/usswww.vsau.m, 707-963-7774
aPRil 212008 Lot No. 1 Cabernet SauvignonRelease at Louis M. Martini WineryS. ha, $30/mmbs, $40/usswww.usma.m, 866-549-2582
aPRil 21Cabernet Blending Event at BeringerS. ha, www.b.m, 707-963-8989x2036
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Ck CJ c Sa ot ad cs du Va Wycda gabs i, napa, 4-8pm, $160www.daabs.m, 707-224-7969
aPRil 21-22April in Carneroshspay d s cas. Vs papa ws!10am-4pm, $39/adv, $45, www.asws.
aPRil 22New DARE Releases & Paella Party at ViaderD Pak, 12-4pm, $60, www.vad.m, 707-963-3816
aPRil 26te ar f Cme denapa Vay Musum, Yuv, 7pmwww.napaVayMusum., 707-944-0500
aPRil 27Sunsets on the Silverado Bench at
William Hill Estate Winery
napa, 5:30pm-sus, rSVP qudwww.wamsa.m, 888-909-9463
aPRil 27-29s lep drc Ver VerVaus vs & as, www.sasapds.m
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Spanish Dinner at Artesanapa, 6:30pm, $90, cub Mmb evwww.asawy.m, 877-224-8309
aPRil 28!WAR Arts in April Benefit at Hess Collection
napa, 3pm, $100, www.wmavu.mwww.ss.m, 707-255-1144
aPRil 28Farmers Market Lunch at Acacia Vineyard
napa, 11am-3pm, $40/mmbs, $50www.aaavyad.m, 707-226-9991x2
aPRil 28Kce e Ver hme & gre trtu ks napa Vay, 9:30am-4:30pmwww.apavaymus., 707-258-5559
aPRil 283r a hall Cbere CkffhAll S. ha Wy, S. ha, 11am-3pm$60, $48/mmbs, www.aws.m, 707-967-2657
aPRil 29Peju Art Exhibit Reception
rud, 1-4pm, www.pju.m, 707-963-3600
aPRil 29Ece yr see w sm-Crercuay isu Ama, S. ha, 1:30-4pm$80/cub cu mmbs, $95/-mmbswww.smau.m, 707-237-3466
May 414 a Cc e M gf CcSvad rs & Spa, napa, 707-967-8038
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May 5Wine Club Pickup Party & Cinco de Mayo
at Acacia Vineyard
napa, 11am-3pm, /mmbs, $20www.aaavyad.m, 707-226-9991x2
May 5Cinco de Mayo Fiesta at St. ClementA cub Mmb exusv evS. ha, www.sm.m, 707-265-5000
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May 5Wr f Werb Mdav Wy, oakv, 5-7:30pm, $150www.amysvapa., 707-255-0966
May 5-6Rutherford Passport to Fiesta
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May 63rd Annual Wine Auction on the
Lawn at Charles Krug
S. ha, 2-5pm, www.asku.m, 707-967-2200
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ongoingPrivate Tastings at Viansawww.vasa.m, 800-995-7470 iaa W & cs Pa,10:30am, 12:30pm, 3pm by appm
$10/mmbs, $25 rsv W & fd Pa, 10:30am, 12:30pm, 3pm by appm
/mmbs, $45
ongoingReserve Wine & Food Pairing Private
Tasting at ViansaSma, 10:30am, 12:30pm, 3pm by appmwww.vasa.m, 800-995-7470, /mmbs, $45
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Thematic Wine Programh a a w maks. Pus, a tusday, 6:30-8pm by wds. t ld a Sma, rSVP, www.dasma.m, 707-931-
ongoingVineyard Walk & Photography Workshop
at B.R. Cohn Wineryg e, 10am-1pm, $45, $35/mmbswww.b.m, 707-931-7924x123
ongoingExclusive Wine & Cheese Tasting
at B.R. Cohn Wineryg e, 11am & 3pm, $25, $20/mmbswww.b.m, 707-931-7924x123
ongoingPrivate Wine Tastings
at Ferrari-Carano Vineyards and Wineryhadsbu Pk Bu v ws, 6-8 pp, $20-$40ppby appm, www.a-aa.m, 707-433-6700 Sms ts yu Sm Mmy W W lvs ws pad w Asa ss K rds ws pad w dd us ad as Mamak w ad d pa PVa tas ws pad w Asa cau pa cab t tas mpas ws m d vas
ongoing FRidays, satuRdays & sundaysTaste with the Count at Buena Vista
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ongoingWine and Food Pairing
at Ferrari-Carano Vineyards and Wineryhadsbu Mamak, a a ad s ma ws w p d. 6-8 pp, $35pp, by appmwww.a-aa.m, 707-433-6700
ongoingFree Guided Winery Tour
at Ferrari-Carano Vineyards and Wineryhadsbu Mday-Sauday, 10am, by appmwww.a-aa.m, 707-433-6700
ongoingGroup Private Tastings
at Ferrari-Carano Vineyards and Wineryhadsbu iuds 5 ws, 9-25 pp udud a, byappm. $20 p ps, www.a-aa.m, 707-433-6700
ongoingTerroir & History Tour at Chateau St. JeaKwd, A vs caau S. Ja s a yu sss.cmpmay, 11am-2pm, www.aausja.m, 707-833-4134
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ongoingFood and Wine Pairing
at the Mayo Reserve Room9200 Sma hwy, Kwd, Day, 10:30am-6pm, 7 us d/w as$35, rsvas mmdd, www.mayamywy.m, 707-833-5504
ongoingWine Experiences at Chateau St. JeanKwd, t ps mmum, 2 us, $5 0, by appmwww.aausja.m, 707-833-4134x5258 cq cpas Bd Sma, e ps mmum, 2 us, $75 cq cpas cmp tas, e ps mmum, 1.5 us, $25 Pva ViP W tas, 10:30am, 1 & 3pm, $25, 1 u Bx lu Pam w tu
ongoingTours, Tastings & Seminars
at St. Francis WinerySaa rsa, t ps mmumca m ma & svas888-675-Wine(9463)x255, www.saswy.m cau, day 11am-4pm, $25/$20 ub mmbs W & fd Pa, $35/$28 ub mmbs
ongoingGuided Winery Tours at Gloria FerrerSma, 11am, 1 & 3pm, $10, www.a.m, 707-996-7256
ongoingWine & Food Pairing at Kendall-Jacksonfu, Spa sv d & w as, 10am-4pm, $25www.kj.m, 707-571-7500
ongoing sundaysDomaine Carneros Sparkling Brunchat the Fairmont Mission Inn & SpaSma, 9am-1pm, www.am.m.sma, 707-938-9000
ongoing sundaysSunday Brunch at the Centre du Vinlds h, Sma, 9am-1pmwww.ds.m, 707-996-9779
ongoing WEEKEndsWine & Chocolate Pairings at Fritz Winerycvda, 10:30am-4:30pm, $5 as vs pawww.zwy.m, 707-894-3389
last thuRsday oF thE Month50 Mile AV Vintner's Diningg e, Ba as & od V P n & Syas m As Vyad.fds sud ay. 4-7PM, asws.m, rSVP, 707-935-3456
ongoing thuRsdaysThirsty Thursdays at AnabaSma, ejy mpmay s & aks pa w yu was. 4-5:30pm, www.aabaws.m, 707-996-4188
ongoing thuRsday sundayUnique Food & Wine Pairings at
HKG Tasting Roomg e, 12-6pm, www.pkwy.m, 707-938-7622
ongoing WEdnEsday-satuRdayLive Music at Cellars of Sonoma
Saa rsa, 7:30-10:30pm, www.assma.m, 707-578-1826 Wd: rky Aa ray tu: Dus Say
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sECond thuRsday oF thE MonthComedy Night at Cellars of Sonoma
Saa rsa, 8:15-9pm, www.assma.m, 707-578-1826
ongoingMoondance Cellars & Orchard Station Win
g e, Pad w W cuy cas tu tass, $10www.mdaas.m, 707-938-7550
ongoing thuRsday-satuRdayMce-scmberer Wer gree trhadsbu, 10:30am, $25www.msumb.m, 800-447-3060
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aPRil 27Rb Frruby h Wy, Pasa, 6:30-9pm, $10www.ubywy., 925-931-Wine
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May 5Cc e Mercda Mua Wy, lvm, 12-4pm, $8www.damuawy.m, 925 -373-6636
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May 5-616 a a l Cre & arlv mus, as/as a sw & mu m! 10am-6pm, cas S, Mua Vw, www.mamavs.m, 650-964-3395
May 19Cork Equity #36 at Guglielmo WineryB yu w d w! Ma hwww.umwy.m, 408-779-2145
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ongoing satuRdays$5 We b e gWawk Wy, fadW & mpmay pzza 1-6pm, v mus 2-5pmwww.wawkwy.m, 707 -428-6977
sunday nightsDate Night atMankas Tapa Bar & Steakhousefad, $49/up a 3 us dwww.makassakus.m, 707-425-3207
sunday nightsGrand Master Tastingat Mankas Tapa Bar & Steakhousefad, $29/ d & aswww.makassakus.m, 707-425-3207
aPRil 2725th Annual SolanoWine & Food Jubileenu t cmpx, Vaav, 6:30pm, $75/adv, $100www.waddjub., 707-646-3133
May 12-13Cmpe & treWd Vay Wy, Susu Vay, 11am-4pmwww.wdvay.m, 707-864-0730
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Anderson Valley WinegrowersHost Annual Pinot Noir Festival
Tickets are on sale for the 15th annual Anderson Valley Pinot Noir
Festival, to be held May 18-20. The event, which is put on by TheAnderson Valley Winegrowers Association (AVWA), will feature agrand tasting that highlights 40 producers pouring just one singlevariety from one appellation (Anderson Valley Pinot Noir and PinotNoir ross).
The Pinot Noir Festival weekend kicks off on Friday, May 18 witha day-long technical conference aimed at members of the trade andavid Pinot consumers. Conference topics include wastewatermanagement, a Boonville vs. deep end Pinot tasting moderated byMichael Mina Group Wine Director Rajat Parr, a Cerise Vineyardfocus tasting and more.
The technical conference will be followed by a casual, outdoorbarbecue at Husch Vineyards, with pulled pork sandwiches and
other BBQ delicacies, a live band and plenty of Pinot Noir.After a press tasting on Saturday morning, the grand tasting at
Goldeneye Winery in Philo will showcase Anderson Valley Pinot witha latin beat. Pinots will be paired with classic Mexican dishes like figmole chicken and a group of local women will be making fresh salsasand homemade tortillas during the event. There will also be livemusic and a silent auction to benefit the Anderson Valley HealthCenter and Hendy Woods State Park.
Participating wineries at the grand tasting include: Balo Vineyards,Baxter Winery, Black Kite Cellars, Breggo Cellars, Brutocao Cellars,Champ de Reves, Claudia Springs Winery, Copain Wines, CouloirWines, Drew Family Wines, Elke Vineyards, Esterlina Vineyards,
Expression Wine, Foursight Wines, Frati Horn, Fulcrum Wines,Goldeneye Winery, Greenwood Ridge Vineyards, Handley Cellars,Harmonique Wines, Husch Vineyards, Knez Winery, Lazy CreekVineyards, Littorai, Londer Vineyards, LuLa Cellars, MacPhail FamilyWines, Maggy Hawk Vineyard, Navarro Vineyards, Phillips HillEstates, Philo Ridge Vineyards, Roederer Estate, Roessler Cellars,Scharffenberger Cellars, Standish Wine Co., Toulouse Vineyards,Twomey Cellars, Waits-Mast and Zina Hyde Cunningham.
On Saturday evening, May 19, local wineries will host fourwinemaker dinners in Anderson Valley and on the Mendocino Coast.This years dinners include: Roederer, Goldeneye and Fulcrum atRoederer Estate; Baxter and Navarro Vineyards at The Philo AppleFarm; Scharffenberger Cellars, Phillips Hill Estate and Waits-Mast atScharffenberger; and Esterlina, Greenwood Ridge and Champ deReves at the MacCallum House in Mendocino.
The weekend will conclude on Sunday, May 20 with open housesat Anderson Valley wineries, featuring special tastings, educationaltalks, music and food (a list of winery open houses can be found atwww.avwines.com).
Tickets for the 15th annual Anderson Valley Pinot Noir Festivalcan be purchased at www.avwines.com.
For additional information about the event, visit the AVWAwebsite at www.avwines.com, call (707) 895-WINE or [email protected].
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BY MonicA l. DAShWooD
There is another side of Napa Valley that we rarely
experience, a side that is off the beaten path, graced with
class, simplicity, elegance, and splendor a special place th
offers a tranquil respite from the rat race with its 140 acre
panoramic views of the most extraordinary vineyards. The
William Hill Estate Winery, tucked along the Silverado Tra
a premium destination for wine aficionados and the ultimaworkshop for artisan winemaking.
The moment you step foot into William Hills tasting ro
you gaze through clear glass windows onto hundreds of
stacked oak wine barrels, holding among the finest selectio
of wines produced in the Napa Valley, including Chardonn
Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Meritage, Cabernet
Franc and Petit Verdot. Impeccable character best describe
the William Hill Estate Winery wine label that illustrates
William Hills signature notch, matching perfectly with the
architectural notch set at the top of the winery estate build
In 1978, visionary vineyard developer, William Hill saw
the vast potential of the Silverado Bench where he built hissignature winery. Over millions of years, geologic activity in
the region has formed benchlands, gentle slopes that rise f
the valley floor. The benchlands are rocky, and deprived of
nutrients, producing smaller berries, with intense color an
flavor. Today, talented winemakers, like Ralf Holdenried, ar
drawing the worlds attention to Napas unique convergenc
climate, soil, elevation and sun exposure creating the world
most extraordinary vineyards.
At William Hill, we have only begun to tap into the
enormous potential of Southern Napa, said winemaker Ra
Holdenried. Our 140-acre estate vineyard epitomizes theSilverado Bench, with its concentrated, flavorful grapes tha
make soft wines. I hope to express the quality of this region
with every vintage.
Holdenreid takes pride in their handcrafted select wine
including the 2008 Bench Blend Cabernet Sauvignon with
bold expression from the best vineyard blocs, and their 20
Unfiltered Chardonnay, a brand new style of wine at the
William Hill Estate, which scored 90 points from the Wine
Advocat, known for its complex, creamy texture and inten
ripe fruit aromas flavors. With this wine, they continue the
WINERY FEATURE
WILLIAM HILL
ESTATE WINERYNapa Valley Winemaking at its Best!
WilliaM hill EstatE WinERyop 10 a.m. 5 p.m. daiy
1761 Aas Pak rad, napa, cA 94558emai [email protected].
(707) 265-3024 | www.wiiamisa.m
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commitment to creating world-
class luxury Chardonnay to suit
every taste.
Its important for me to stay
close to my wines. During
harvest, I want to be out in the
vineyard where all the flavors are
developing, but I also want to be
in the winery for the next steps,
said winemaker Ralf Holdenried.
At William Hill, I have the great
luxury of seeing what weve
picked in a given day and then
tasting from the fermentation
tanks, almost instantaneously.
This allows me to be involved in
every aspect of the winemaking
process.
You can easily spend the dayat William Hill Estate Winery
with the wisteria blooming above
the wooden trellises and
Adirondack chairs sprinkled
throughout the property. Sit and
take in the Silverado Bench while
enjoying their expressive Meritage
and popular Chardonnay wines.
There are four tasting flights
available: Taste the Napa Valley,
Taste of Chardonnay, Taste the
Silverado Bench and the Vineyard
Hike Tasting all of which you can
taste a variety of wines, with
prices ranging from $25-$100 per
bottle.
The William Hill Estate
Winery is one of the first to offer
digital iTouch tours of their
property. With upbeat
instrumentals in the background,
visitors can walk from station to
station to learn the vivid detailsof the benchland terroir, the art
and science of winemaking, as
well discover the natural
ecosystem and wildlife co-
existing on their property.
The simple elegance of
William Hill Estate Winery is a
one-of-a-kind experience you
simply cannot miss in all of the
Napa Valley wine country!
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A Benefit for the Mendocino Coast Mendocino Coast Hospital Foundationpresented by WineSong, The Coast Radio (KOZT) and Visit Mendocino County
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame singer/ songwriter, Chris Hillman
(Byrds, Flying Burrito Brothers, Manasas) and singer/ instrumentalist,
Herb Pedersen come to Fort Bragg for one night of magical acousticalmusic to benefit the Mendocino Coast Hospital on May 26 at 8 p.m.
at the Cotton Auditorium is at 500 N. Harold, Fort Bragg.
Doors open for the show at 7:30 p.m. Dinner is available prior to
the show benefiting the Fort Bragg Senior Center at additional cost.
Tickets to the show are $25 advance, $30 at the door. For more
information and to purchase tickets visit www.winesong.org or call
(707) 961-4688. Tickets to WineSong 2012 will also be available to
purchase at the show.
Chris Hillman was one of the original members of The Byrds
which in 1965 included Roger McGuinn, Gene Clark, David Crosby
and Michael Clark.
Along with frequent collaborator, Gram Parsons, Hillman was a key
figure in the development of country rock, virtually defining the genre
through his work with the Byrds, The Flying Burrito Brothers and later
become the leader of the country rock act, Desert Rose Band.
Chris Hillman and Herb Pedersen have collaborated musically for
more than forty-five years. Their history together goes back to the
early days of the folk and bluegrass movement.
Before the show, concert goers will have the opportunity to enjo
Mexican feast at the Fort Bragg Senior Center (proceeds from the
dinner benefit the Senior Center) adjacent to the Cotton Auditoriu
Mendocino Coast Hospital Foundation, a non-profit organizatio
is dedicated to raising funds for the Mendocino Coast Hospital. Itsmission is to help the small rural hospital provide the best possible
medical care to residents as well as the many visitors to the
Mendocino Coast.
This year WineSong 2012 is Friday and Saturday, September 7-
First, the 28th Annual Winesong will offer guests the opportunity
get an insiders view of Anderson Valley Pinot Noir on Friday,
September 7th as Winesong and AVWA (Anderson Valley
Winegrowers Association) present An Anderson Valley Pinot Noir
Celebration hosted by the Little River Inn. On Saturday, Septembe
8th, guests can stroll through the enchanting Mendocino Coast
Botanical Gardens enjoying a spectacular array of wine and food fr
100 highly acclaimed wineries and 50 top notch Northern Californ
restaurants. The spectacular wine celebration continues on into the
Auction Tents for the always entertaining Live and Silent Charity
Auctions. The Hospital Foundation has raised over $6 million in
Winesong generated funds which has enabled the Hospital to
purchase essential medical equipment and improve services.
Visit www.winesong.org for details.
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April 20
Grgich Hills Estate
May 18
Hartford FamilyWinery
June 22
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April in Carneros is an exciting multi-winery open house even
featuring nearly 20 wineries in the Carneros region of the Napa an
Sonoma valleys. Each winery will open its doors to visitors and
invite them to join in on a variety of activities, including food and
wine pairings, live music, art or craft shows, special tastings (barre
reserve, library and new release), discounts or special pricing and
more activities unique to each winery.
Tickets are $39 per person when purchased online at
www.CarnerosWineries.org or by calling 1-800-366-2806 by Apri
19th, or $45 per person the day of the eventdesignated drivers
$10! Some activities at select wineries may have additional fees, bu
all participating wineries have generous offerings for April inCarneros participants included in the cost of admission. Proceeds
from April in Carneros help fund scholarships at Santa Rosa Junio
College and Napa Valley College.
Participating wineries include: Adastra, Anaba Wines, Bonneau
Wines, Ceja Vineyards, Cline Cellars, Enkidu Wine, Gloria Ferrer
Caves & Vineyards, Homewood Winery, Jacuzzi Family Vineyards
Keating Wines, Larson Family Winery, Meadowcroft Wines, Roble
Family Winery, Schug Carneros Estate, Talisman Wines, Tin Barn
Vineyards and Ty Caton Vineyards.
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In honor of Cinco de Mayo the Rutherford Appellation Wineries
will hold their spring passport event, a Rutherford Passport to
Fiesta, on the weekend of May 5th and 6th. Eleven wineries will
offer special tastings and comida to those who purchase a two-daypassport for $75 or a Sunday-only passport for $60.
Each winery will offer a unique tasting experience such as barrel
samples, limited-edition wines or tastings with the winemaker, all
accompanied by festive Cinco de Mayo fare. Participating wineries
include Alpha Omega, Beaulieu Vineyard, Conn Creek Winery, Honig
Vineyard & Winery, J. Moss, Peju Province, Pia Napa Valley,
Raymond Vineyards, St. Supery Vineyards & Winery, Sawyer Cellars
and Tres Sabores.
Who doesnt love a fiesta? says Regina Weinstein, Director of
Marketing and Retail for Honig Vineyard & Winery. This should be a
good weekend for guests to come to Rutherford in the heart of the
Napa Valley and enjoy great wines paired with wonderful food. Were
ready for a party!
As always, profits from the event will be donated to a local charity.
Passports may be purchased online and will be available for pick-up
at the Rutherford Grange on Saturday, May 5th.
For more information or to purchase a passport, visit the website
at www.rutherford-appellation-wineries.com.
About Rutherford Appellation Wineries
Rutherford Appellation Wineries was established as the direct t
consumer marketing arm of the Rutherford Dust Society
(www.rutherforddust.org) to educate the public about the
significance of the Rutherford appellation as Napa Valleys preemin
grape-growing area. This consumer-focused organization was crea
to promote the uniqueness of the area and encourage visitors to
experience personally the quality of the wines produced in this
special place.
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ST. CLEMENT VINEYARDSReminding Us All That Old Napa Never Left!BY JoSh Stein
Surrounded by Cabernet vines, on a knoll at the base of Spring
Mountain over-looking the upper-Valley, sits the 1878 Victorian mansio
which houses St. Clement Vineyards. Originally built by Fritz
Rosenbaum, the man responsible for furnishing the homes of SanFranciscos Guilded Age, the property went through a number of
winemaking owners before it was purchased and renamed in 1976 whe
local opthalmologist William Casey bought it and built the stone winery
behind it. The name pays tribute to Caseys ancestors who helped foun
the state of Maryland, the cross in the St. Clement logo coming from th
states flag. Its hard to find a more magnificent example of the Old Na
idea of a grand winery.
The exterior is surrounded by gardens with picnic areas and shaded
awnings, allowing for spots to stop and savor: the Patio and Bistro Terra
the Winery Terrace with its antique fountain, the wisteria-covered
st. ClEMEnt VinEyaRdsop daiy 10 a.m. 5 p.m.
2867 S. ha hiway n, S. ha, cA 94574
Adva rsvais ad Wi cub Qusis: 1-866-877-5939Sam-Day rsvais: 707-265-5000
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Pergola all harken back to a more timeless sense of the Valley.
Stepping into the house is stepping back in time, to an age of
quiet kindnesses and elegance. A grand staircase greets you
upon entry, dividing the bottom of the house into the two tasting
rooms, and a small childrens playroom resides under the stairs
themselves. One gains a sense of the Valleys history simply bylooking around.
Equally, its the focus on vineyard location and matching site
to varietal which has given St. Clement the edge over others in
the Valley. Long-term relationships have been key in
developing special vineyards from which to source the best
grapes as no single property can do it all. Carneross Abbott
Vineyard is perfect for Chardonnay and Merlot because of its
fog and breezes. South Napas Bacigalupi Vineyard offers
consistent growth for the Napa Cab bottling. Verhey Vineyard
in Atlas Peak provides ultra-concentrated Cabernet grapes
while Gamble Ranch Vineyard between Yountville and
Oakville presents amazing Sauvignon Blanc. Rutherfords StarVineyard supplies the backbone for the Oroppas Cabernet
with St. Helenas Bale Lane Vineyard providing aromatic
Sauvignon Blanc and Tournahu Vineyards two different Cabs
because of different soil types. The hills are equally showcased,
with Howell Mountains Steinhauer Ranch giving Cabernet and
Mount Veeders Progeny providing Cabernet and Syrah.
There are lots of wines to enjoy, ranging from Napa Valley
whites and reds to a half-dozen single-vineyard bottlings of
Cab. Winemaker Danielle Cyrot allows each to showcase its
varietal pedigree while not losing the sense of place for the
grapes. The Chardonnay and Sauvignon show careful, detailed
winemaking, and the Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon andMerlot are some of the best, especially at these pricepoints, in
the Valley. The single-vineyard Cabs really show off Napas
locations, with distinct differences in wines from the different
areas of the Valley. Additionally, the winerys flagship release,
the Oroppas Cabernet, named for then-owners Sapporo, ha
been showing off the finest of each vintage within St.
Clements combintorial wineblending for more than two
decades.
The variety continues in your tasting and touring options
most which the winery suggests or requires you to makereservations for so that theyre able to make the experience
personalized and special. The Introduction to St. Clement
Tasting can be poured on the patio in nice weather, providin
amazing views to pair with the wines. The Discovery and th
Reserve Tastings take place inside the main bar in the house.
In the intimate Oroppas Tasting Room, you can experience t
Stand-Out Single Vineyards Tasting or the Oroppas Tasting.
The Stand-Out Single Vineyard Tasting lets you experience t
similarities and differences of these special bottlings. The
Oroppas Tasting gives you the opportunity to try and compa
multiple vintages of the Oroppas. All of the above can be
supplanted by Cheese or Chocolate Pairings or BoxedLunches again, let the winery know ahead of time what
youre looking for and theyll take care of the rest.
Still looking for a reason to come visit? There are several
upcoming events which should do the trick! April 21sts
Oysters and New Releases Party will pair the bivalve with
wines, including the new Sauvignon Blanc and two new
winery-only exclusives. The Cinco de Mayo Fiesta will be
bringing in the Valleys greatest food trucks, and late-Mays
Memorial Day Passport Weekend promises exclusive access t
five of the North Bays greatest wineries this one shouldnt
missed! There are even two different clubs, with a reds-only
option, too, so you can have access to both the wines andthese kinds of experiences all year round. As you can see,
theres a lot going on up just past St. Helena. Do yourself the
favor: pick up your phone and give the kind folks at St.
Clement a call right now youll be glad you did. Enjoy!
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LITALIA IN VIGNETOAndretti Winery Celebrates Italian-style Wineand Cuisine with Chef Chiara Iacovielloat Its Fabled Tuscan-inspired Vineyard andEstate in the Heart of Napa Valley
In the heart of the Napa Valley, legendary race car driver Mario Andrettis
Tuscan Villa Estate is home to a 42-acre vineyard, winery, barrel-aging chai a
an Italianate dining room. The property is modeled after a rambling Italian
village, reminiscent of the home of its founder. Here, visitors can tour the
winery as well as savor the essence of Italian-style wine and cuisine, prepare
by Andrettis own Chef, Chiara Iacoviello. Seasonal favorites, favoring local
ingredients prepared in a central-Italian style, offer guests a unique combinaof old world-flavors and modern-day pleasure. Four-course dinners or three
course lunches with wine pairings are available on Fridays and Saturdays
throughout the year.
Andretti Winery is renowned for its portfolio of fine wines featuring
traditional regional varietals, such as Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay,
well as luxury Italian varietals, Sangiovese, Pinot Grigio and Dolcetto.
A sample menu might include a first course of Bruschette al Carpaccio d
Funghi (toasted bread topped with marinated mushroom), second course o
Risotti ai Mirtilli (savory risotto with blueberries), third course of Polpettone
Limone (Italian meatloaf stuffed with cheese and prosciutto, with a lemon
sauce) and dessert of Salume di Cioccolato (traditional chocolate and cookie
roll), all paired with Andretti wines.At Andretti, dinner is served at 7 p.m., lunch at noon. The price for dinn
$95 per person; lunch is $70 per person, both with a 16-guest maximum.
For dinner, the evening begins with a chilled glass of white wine in the
beautiful Fountain Courtyard. Visitors are then led into the Tuscan House,
where Chef Chiara Iacoviello presents and describes the evenings menu. He
seasonal favorites are paired with the winemakers own selections. After dinn
guests can tour the historic winery and enjoy a barrel tasting. The elegant fo
course dinner concludes with a dessert wine.
For lunch, the afternoon begins with a chilled glass of white wine in the
beautiful Fountain Courtyard. Visitors are then led into the Tuscan House,
where Chef Chiara Iacoviello presents and describes the days menu. Herseasonal favorites are paired with the winemakers own selections. After lunc
guests can tour the historic winery and enjoy a barrel tasting. The elegant th
course lunch concludes with a dessert wine.
Upcoming dinner dates are Friday, May 25; Saturday, June 9; Saturday, Ju
14; Friday, August 3; Friday, September 21; Friday, October 26; Friday,
December 7; and Saturday, December 15. Lunch dates are Saturday, April 2
Saturday, May 26; Saturday, June 16; Saturday, July 28; Saturday, August 4;
Saturday, September 29; and Saturday, October 20.
To make reservations, call Tenaya at 1-888-460-8463 ext. 229. Reservatio
should be made at least 48 hours prior to requested dates.
andREtti WinERyop Daiy 10 a.m. 5p.m.
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Hotels and Bed and Breakfasts in DowntownNapa to Offer Overnight Kits to Walk-in Guests
Lodging properties in the city of Napa now offer complimentary
Do Napa Overnight Kits to guests looking to book a same-day
reservation. Hospitality managers often find that day-trip visitorsleave the city at the end of the day, despite wanting to stay overnight,
because they havent packed for an evening away.
We often find that day-trip guests think about staying the night
after theyve experienced a full day enjoying the city of Napa, said
Sara Brooks, chairman of the Napa Tourism Improvement District.
Were offering same-day lodging guests these Overnight Kits to
make them feel welcome and make it easy for them to stay the night
on a whim so they can savor the entire Napa experience.
The Do Napa Overnight Kit is equipped with almost everything
a visitor will need to stay the night. The Overnight Kit includes: An
overnight shirt for sleeping; Do Napa canvas tote bag; brush, hairbands and a mirror; contact lens case and saline; 29 cosmetics face
products for the ladies also available at Cake Plate Boutique; lip
balm; makeup remover; Woolite for delicates and deodorant.
Anything not included will be available at the hotel or bed and
breakfast where guests are staying, making it easy to stay the night in
Napa. Do Napa Overnight Kits will be available at select properties
in the city of Napa that are members of Napas Tourism
Improvement District while
supplies last. Local bars,
restaurants and the Napa
Valley Welcome Center will
also have informationabout the Overnight Kit to
distribute to visitors.
To check availability,
visitors should inquire at
the front desk or call ahead
on the day of their visit.
Participating lodging includes: 1801 Inn, 3 Palms Napa Valley, Arb
Guest House, Beazley House, Best Western Elm House, Best West
Inn at the Vines, Best Western Ivy Hotel, Blackbird Inn, Candlelig
Inn, Cedar Gables Inn, Chablis Inn, Churchill Manor, Discovery I
Embassy Suites, Hawthorne Suites by Wyndham, Hennessey Hou
Inn on First, La Belle Epoque, La Residence Country Inn,
McClelland Priest House, Milliken Creek Inn, Napa Inn, Napa Riv
Inn, Old World Inn, River Terrace Inn, Wine Valley Lodge, The
Meritage Resort & Spa, Westin Verasa and Wine Valley Lodge.
For more information or to search lodgings in Napa, visit
DoNapa.com. Napa is also on Facebook at
Facebook.com/DowntownNapa and Twitter @NapaDowntown.
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Featuring New Category Players Such asBachelor Ben Flajnik's Envolve Ros and
Croft Pink the Worlds First Ros Port to theIconic Chteau DEsclans Garrus Ros,
Pink Out! SF Celebrates the ContinuingRise of Fine Ros in the U.S.
The 8th Annual Pink Out! SF fine ros celebration will take
place on Tuesday, May 8th in San Francisco. In tandem with Pink
Out! SF, Ros Avengers & Producers (RAP) is teaming again with
TasteLive the worlds premier online tasting community to host
a live, interactive Webcast from Butterfly, with wine bloggers
joining the tasting remotely from around the U.S. The virtual
tasting is sponsored by CellarPass and will feature four select
wineries to be announced in the coming weeks.
Over the eight years that weve produced Pink Out! SF, weve
witnessed winemakers, retailers, restaurateurs and U.S. consumersenthusiastically embrace fine ros, said Joel Quigley, RAPs
director, who also heads up business development for TasteLive.
RAP is proud that weve played at least a small role in the growth
of the category though our annual event and public relations
efforts. Once again, well be showcasing new entries into the
market, as well as venerable ros producers from around the
world.
The Pink Out! SF celebration at Butterfly restaurant will featu
an extensive walk-around tasting of 40-plus classic still and
sparkling ross from throughout the world, accompanied by
delicious appetizers, chill DJ grooves and the TasteLive Webcast
Chef Lam of Butterfly restaurant will present ros-inspired Pan-
Pacific appetizers from sustainably and organically sourced
ingredients. Guests are encouraged to wear their most fun and
entertaining pink attire. Tickets are again expected to sell out in
advance and are available online only at
www.RapWine.com/events.
Participating wineries include: Amorosa Bella, Carneros Wine
Co., Chteau DEsclans, Chateau Roubine, Cornerstone Cellars,
Croft Pink, Dashe Cellars, Dunstan Wines / Durell Vineyard,
Ellipsis Wine Company, Envolve Winery, Freixenet, Gloria Ferre
Isabel Mondavi Wines, Kristine Ashe Vineyards, Lasseter Family
Winery, Midsummer Cellars, Muscardini Cellars, Peju ProvinceWinery, Pisoni Vineyards, Segura Viudas, Tedeschi Family Wine
Think Tank Wine Company, Truett Hurst and VML.
Butterfly Restaurant, is located on Pier 33 at Bay Street, The
Embarcadero, San Francisco. Media and trade tasting is from 3 t
6 p.m.; credentials are required. Consumer tasting is from 6:30
9 p.m.; TasteLive broadcast begins at 6:30 p.m. Tickets: $35 onl
advance / $45 at door if available.
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Visit Vezr Family VineyardsVezr Family Vineyards is one of the more picturesque and
inviting of the Suisun Valley wine region. Owned by the famouslyfriendly and welcoming Frank and Liz Vezr, the winery is a
refreshing break from the hustle and bustle of their more well-known
neighbors over the hill. With a climate that boasts of sun-drenched
days and sweet foggy nights, the grapes of the Vezr Family Vineyards
enjoy near perfect growing conditions. Their winery is best known
for the luscious Petite Sirah that they produce, as well as their hearty,
fruit-forward Zinfandel and a little known, but magnificent blend, La
Salette. While lacking the big name appellation, these wines are by
no means also-rans. In fact, the region is rated as the oldest and best
in the State of California by the U.C Davis University. These are
seriously good wines.
The Vezr Family Vineyard tasting room is located in the tinyvillage of Mankas Corners. The town was originally established by a
local miner in 1846. Hints of its old west history can be seen in the
old general store and surrounding buildings. The tasting room is
open seven days a week and no appointment is necessary. The ten
dollar tasting fee is waived with a wine purchase. But, to really get the
most out of your visit, opt for their VIP Barrel Blend Tour. At a bargain
price of $35, this tour is well worth the extra investment.
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The 2012 Solano Wine & Food Jubilee will celebrate its 25th
anniversary when the event returns to the Nut Tree Complex inVacaville on April 27. In honor of this silver celebration, event
organizers promise an array of enhancements that should make the
Wine & Food Jubilee already Solano Countys must-do social
event of the year an even hotter ticket to obtain.
The Solano Wine & Food Jubilee is the primary fund-raising
event for the programs of NorthBay Hospice & Bereavement, and
over the past 24 years the gala affair has raised more than $2
million. These funds have enabled NorthBay to provide physical,
emotional and spiritual care for the terminally ill, allowing these
patients and their families to live their final days as peacefully
and as comfortably as possible.
The Jubilee, as the areas premiere food and wine tasting event,will offer ticket-holders an opportunity to spend hours tasting an
array of sweet and savory foods from the regions most notable
restaurants and food merchants, paired with pourings from
numerous top-flight wineries and breweries.
There are also several exciting new 25th anniversary twists
planned, including a raffle with $35,000 in cash and prizes. The
top prize in the raffle is an Electra Glide Ultra Limited motorcycle
in Vivid Black donated by Harley-Davidson ($23,999 MSRP), and
$11,000 in additional cash prizes. Making this deal even more
enticing is the buy two, get the third free offer.
The 2012 Silent Auction is sure to include many 25-themed
items, including such things as signed movie posters, an entire
start-up wine cellar, sporting event tickets, exotic jewelry, artwork,
travel opportunities and wine-tasting events.
The Time Bandits, the areas most popular and in-demand
band, returns for the 2012 event. This nine-piece rhythm and
blues and rock band is known for their mastery of dance tunes
from the 70s to today, and they may be joined by several specialguests.
As in the past, the event will be held under an enormous ten
through a joint arrangement with Total Home & Garden Show.
This year, the show will be held at the Nut Tree the weekend
before the Jubilee, from April 20 to 22. This large venue means
there will be plenty of food, wine and brew vendors on hand.
Organizers will also offer a limited number of VIP Table for
Eight packages that include many of the benefits afforded VIP
ticket-holders early admittance, special treats on arrival, and
access to the VIP Lounge for $1,000. This reserved package
must be purchased before March 23, 2012.
The Solano Wine & Food Jubilees Presenting Sponsors for2012 are Patt & Al Shaw, Dr. Lee Freeman, Burger King
Restaurants, Golds Gym, Iron Steed Harley-Davidson and the N
Tree. The event benefits NorthBay Hospice & Bereavement, whi
provides its services to all regardless of their ability to pay, and
includes access to an integrated program of physical, emotional
and spiritual care for the terminally ill.
Sponsorship opportunities are still available, and for a
minimum of $1,000 a sponsor can enjoy early entrance to the
Jubilee, an invitation to a private reception at the event, hotel
accommodations and limousine service.
The Solano Wine & Food Jubilee, a black tie-optional affair
(denim discouraged), gets under way at the Nut Tree Complex
beginning at 6:30 p.m. Tickets, for those ages 21 and over, mus
be purchased in advance and are $75 each, or $100 at the door
still available. To purchase tickets, call (707) 646-3133, or go
online at www.wineandfoodjubilee.org.
Its a Silver Celebration for 2012 Solano Wine & Food Jubile
If this is one of your many visits to the wine country, you are no
doubt looking for something a little different. So why not change
things up and take the road less travelled through Suisun ValleyThe Napa Back Road. We all no doubt have our favorites, but we
are always looking to one up our friends back home. Yes, that
never ending search for something new and refreshing, but still
preserving all that made you first fall in love with the whole Wine
Country Experience.
If you are staying in downtown Napa, do you realize you are
just approximately 15 to 20 minutes away from a valley that
preserved what Napa was in the 1960s? However, the wines at
such places like Vezer Family Vineyard and the Blue Victorian
Winery take advantage of both the old traditions, such as 100%
hand punched down wines, along with implementing the
important new techniques learned from those great Californiawinemakers over the last 50 years.
This Suisun Valley has been a long-time held secret in the wine
country. In fact, many of the locals try to continue this secret,
simply because it is where they go to still experience those old
feelings of days gone by. Suisun Valley is where you can find wines
that would sell for over $150 a bottle at the popular better known
tourist destinations in Napa, for $30 to $60. These same wines
have 94, 95 and 97 point rankings and medals from the greatest
national and international competitions!
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DAVID FULTON WINERYSmall Production Big Acclaim
David Fulton Winery, a historic Petite Sirah producer, has announced mo
high accolades coming in for their Petite Sirah 2008 Old Vines, from their Helena Estate. In addition to medals already awarded from San Francisco
Chronicles International Wine Competition and the 2012 Womens
International Wine Competition, theyve now received 92 points and two m
medals, both gold.
92 Points from Wine Spectator first announced in their Insider A Memb
Only Biweekly Publication. Here is what they had to say: Fragrant, with pre
violet and huckleberry aromatics that show details of licorice and blackberry
The black cherry, spicy tobacco leaf and cedar flavors are rustic and muscula
but still extremely charming. Drink now through 2018. M.W.
The first of the new gold medals was awarded from The American Fine W
Competition held in Boca Raton, FL. The second medal is from the 2012 Sa
Diego International Wine Competition. These are two very well respected wcompetitions by both people in the industry and consumers, alike.
The 2008 Old-Vines Petite Sirah holds true to the many previous release
elegance. This vintage provides a wider range of bright, high-tone fruit flavo
emanating from the expected deep, dark color of the varietal. Youll find
pleasing aromas of blackberry, fig, cinnamon, dark bakers chocolate and
licorice along with flavors of red cherry, boysenberry, raspberry and distinct
vanilla on the palate. With soft tannins, this is a round, velvety, silky wine th
will not need much cellaring to enjoy.
We have one vineyard and make just one wine here at David Fulton
Winery. Our total production is only around 400 cases a year. (The Valleys
largest winery produces around nine million cases a year!) We hand-sort our
grapes three times before fermentation and have a three-year aging programbefore release, says Stephanie Trotter Zacharia, DFWs Director of Winemak
If youd like to visit, were proud to not only pour a couple of vintages of ou
Petite Sirah for you, but also pour Sauvignon Blanc, Zinfandel and a Riesling
style wine called One Last Kiss from our neighbors Scott & Jana Harveys
winery. Their world-class wines are otherwise not available for tasting here in
the Valley.
The David Fulton Winery 2008 Petite Sirah is grown in the historic St. Hele
estate vineyards planted in 1860. David Fulton also built the towns first ston
wine cellar under the winery next to it just one year later. He also invented t
famous Fulton One Horse Plow. This exact location is where the wine is st
made today in much the same, old fashioned way.
The vineyard and winerys current owners are David Fultons great-grand
Fulton Mather and his wife, Dink. The grapes are picked each year and sorte
along with wine club members, friends and family, by hand before
fermentation. The fermented grapes are then pressed out in a traditional bas
press and the wine aged for nearly three years in thin-staved French oak barr
The resulting wine is consistently highly acclaimed among their peers and a
favorite referral among Petite Sirah fans.
In addition to two vintages of the award-winning Petite Sirah, they offer
tastings of Our Sweet Petite, a Port-style wine. All have very limited
productions. You should note that the winery doesnt have any commercial
signage, so youll have to look for the address (825 Fulton Lane) to enjoy the
winerys private setting!
daVid FultonWinERy & VinEyaRds
One Vineyard, One Wine, Made Right:
David Fulton Winerys Petite Sirah
825 fu la, jus u bks as hwy 29,i napa Vays isi S. ha
op asi fiday-Mday 11 a.m. 4 p.m. by appim
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STERLING VINEYARDSTake a Sky Tram to Good Times!BY JoSh Stein
Few wineries anywhere directly control more than 1,200 acres of est
vineyards, and fewer still can lay claim to acreage from across the compl
range of Napa Valley sub-appellations: mountainsides, various spots on
Valley floor, Carneros and Calistoga. And only one can lay claim to a
green sky tram which takes you 300 feet above the Valley, giving uniqu
views and striking architecture with which to enjoy the wines: SterlingVineyards. Theyre proof that great things in the wine business truly do
better as they age!
A legacy of five decades of stewardship continues today as the winer
was one of the first twelve to be certified as a Napa County Green Winer
by the Napa Valley Vintners; Sterling has also received Napa Valley Gree
Land certification for its sustainable management, water conservation an
fish-friendly farming across all of its estate vineyards. Even the tram is
solar-powered! This commitment to doing things the right way naturally
extends to the winemaking after the grapes are grown. Whites are
harvested at night, going directly to press as whole clusters to preserve
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quality. Reds are brought to the crush pad in small boxes and are
hand-sorted before being destemmed and innoculated with native
yeasts. Reserve wines are given even more special treatment in the
micro-winery-within-the-winery built in 2008. This 10,000-case
facility across from the caves allows for whole-berry fermentations,
barrel spinning for micro-fermentations and multiple small lots for
best-of-the-best bottlings.
That commitment to ensuring a legacy of quality is present in
every release, and given the variety of vineyards and locations under
its direct control a true rare luxury for the winemakers in todays
modern global marketplace its not a surprise to find wines to
appeal to all tastes and lifestyles. Indeed, there are the Napa Valley
wines for which the winery is well known; the Single-Vineyard
releases, which highlight the unique combination of variety and
place within various parts of the Valley; the Cellar Club wines, small
bottlings of club-only exclusives; the Vintners Collection, which
shows off other Sterling Vineyards in California; and the Reservewines, individual, special and rarely bottled. All are available to taste
at the winery, and many can only be found there altogether.
Beyond the tram and the wines, there is plenty more to enjoy
while on the property. The layout of the Greek island Mykonos-
inspired white stucco walls allows for wandering amidst famous
artworks and prints, architectural details and, every once in a while,
a random turn reveals breath-taking views of the Valleys narrowin
northern quadrant, with the Mayacamas and Vacas in extreme
proximity on both sides. Every quarter-hour, eight bells recovered
from Londons bombed out Church of St.Dunstans-in-the-East
accompany your movement around the winerys facilities. Self-pac
by design by utilizing motion-activated flatscreens, the general
admission tasting and tour covers the tram ride, the tour, tasting
five wines and a souvenir wine glass. For those wanting exclusive
wines, there are also the Reserve, Sterling Silver VIP and Sterling
Gold VIP options, which will taste you through reserve wines,
single-vineyard, limited-release and premier bottlings available
nowhere else. The goal is for visitors to be comfortable and able t
enjoy everything the winery produces.
Half a century ago, Sterling Vineyards was founded with the
ideal of growing grapes in the best locations the Napa Valley ha
to offer and then producing the best possible wines to showcas
those vineyards in an awe-inspiring setting. Lots of folks havecome and gone in that time, and the winery is still here, doing
what it does best: making wines that speak strongly of their
sources. Come find out for yourself what more than a quarter
million others annually do therere great wines still to be had
after all these years up in Calistoga at Sterling Vineyards. Go an
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In its 22nd year, Women for WineSense holds its biennial Grand
Event on May 4-6 in the Napa Valley. Attracting participants fromacross the United States, wine professionals and enthusiasts pack this
sell-out event of 250 seats at the Culinary Institute of America at
Greystone in St. Helena.
Attendees enjoy behind-the-scenes knowledge of winery
operations at some of Napas most premier wineries. They will also
enjoy vertical tastings with Cathy Corison, food and wine pairings
with Andrea Immer Robinson, and panels on transitioning your
career into the wine industry and millienal wine professionals who
grew up in winemaking families.
A Welcome Reception at Robert Mondavi Winery kicks off the
three-day event with a Grand Tasting. On Saturday choose from 15
winery tours and exclusive Vintner Dinners from Idell Family
Vineyards, Linked Vineyards and Raymond Vineyards. At the CIA
Sunday, the day is filled with educational seminars, the WWSluncheon, Women in Wine awards, and the always-popular silent
auction.
Attendance is limited. Registration offers inclusive All-Access
Passesare $260 members; $310 nonmember. Single-day prices are
also available.
Proceeds from the event will underwrite Women for WineSense
educational programs, activities and professional networking
opportunities for women in the wine industry.
For more information visit www.wwsgrandevent.org.
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JESSUP CELLARSIn a verdant valley full of wineries, vineyards and tasting rooms, th
Jessup Cellars tasting room is something different. The wines are
excellent, the people are friendly (while also being efficient and
knowledgeable about their wines, art and hospitality in general). But
there are some things you will find when you visit that set Jessup apa
from the rest.
As any staff member will proudly proclaim if asked, Jessup is all
about the experience. Walk-in visitors are welcomed at the tasting ba
but for those seeking a more intimate occasion, the by-appointment
semi-private tastings are the way to best enjoy the tasting room and st
Taking place within Jessups art gallery, visitors get to enjoy a range of
wines available only from the winery in a relaxed, no attitude
environment. In fact, if you ask the right people around the Valley, yo
hear the same response: its the staff at Jessup, their willingness to answ
any question, their joy at getting to share what they love about the
wines, which really makes the distinction
To make it all the more enticing, a platter of cheese, chocolates an
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mixed nuts are part of these seated tastings, and are included at the reasonable price of $20
per person which is waived with purchase.
When you taste you will be offered five wines, including, most likely, a Napa Valley
Chardonnay, a Zinfandel and a Cabernet Sauvignon produced using Napa Valley fruit. There
is also what they call their Table for Four from Napa Valley, sort of a bonus offering at the
end.
In addition to the varietals just listed, they make a Merlot, a delicious Sauvignon Blanc
(the second of their total of two whites), Petite Sirah and two ports, one from Cabernet and
the other (a personal favorite) from the Zinfandel grape. They also offer three red blends you
should consider: Juel, Table for Four and Mannys Blend (combining Zinfandel and Petite
Sirah). There are nine reds and those two whites in all.
While always known for their reds, executive winemaker and talented California native
Rob Lloyd, who received his masters in enology from that home to famous winemakers, UC
Davis, is proud to have elevated their two whites to world-class status. To a level where they
can now compete with any Chardonnay of Sauvignon
Blanc produced anywhere. And all of the wines are made
at their state-of-the-art facility down the road in Napa.
You might consider their popular wine club: My Jessup
Cellar. Jessup wines are very small in production and sold
only through the tasting room and Jessups popular wine
club. Most visitors opt for Jessups twice-yearly club,
which includes one full mixed case (12 bottles) shipped
twice a year for 25% off retail.
It is fair to say perhaps even an understatement to
consider a visit to this charming tasting room with its fine
wines, gracious wine country hospitality, collection of art,
handsome dcor and casual feel is a true treat for all of thesenses. To be able to sit, sample their exceptional wines
along with a bit of food in such a setting, where you learn
in such a way that it feels as if you are simply absorbing
knowledge instead of just being taught, is wonderful way
to spend an hour or so here in a small town that is a
beacon to wine lovers and gourmets from around the
globe. And, it certainly warrants planning ahead and
making that slight turn off of busy Highway 29 to
experience it all for yourself.
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Calistoga Balloons is a unique and intimate flying experience over
the scenic northern end of the Napa Valley. These flights are more
rural in nature, providing pristine views. Experience Old Faithful
Geyser, the dramatic Palisade Cliffs, Mt. St Helena, as well as
spectacular views of world-renown landmarks, vineyards and
wineries including Chateau Montelena the winery that put
Californias Napa Valley number one in the world, Castello di
Amorosa the authentic 12th century Tuscan Castle-winery, SterlingVineyards a hilltop winery via aerial tram, along with Bennett Lane
Winery, Envy Winery, Vincent Arroyo Winery and more. Calistoga is
a unique destination whose vistas will remain with you for a lifetime!
Your adventure begins just after sunrise, between 6 a.m. and 7
a.m., when hot air ballooning
flight conditions are best and the
morning sunlight enhances the
natural beauty. Guests meet at the
historic Railroad Depot at 1458
Lincoln Avenue in friendly and
quaint, Calistoga and off to the
mornings determined launch site.
After the crew inflates the balloon,
guests hop into the wicker basket.
Once everyone is in, the hot air
balloon is ready to go and you
begin your gentle ascent.
After about an hour of
enjoying the breathtaking views of
Napa Valley, the hot air balloon
will be navigated to a landing site,
then your ballooning party is transported to the historic Calistoga
for a celebratory Champagne brunch! Your magnificent flight and
Champagne brunch costs only $239 per person.
Calistoga Balloo1458 li Av, raia #15, caisa, cA 94515
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