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winecountrythisweek.com E A S Y-T O - F O L LO W W I N E R Y M A P S A U G U S T 7 , 2
O U R G U I D E T O C A L I F O R N I A W I N E , G E T A W A Y S , T H I N G S T O D O & E V E N
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ON THE COVERAndretti Winery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
WINE COUNTRY NEWS
Wine Country Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-19
Wineology by Len Napolitano . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
SPECIAL COUPONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
PERFECT PAIRSTrentadue Sangiovese Perfectly Paired
with Chicken Cacciatore . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
WINE COUNTRY GETAWAYSOvernight Accommodations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
NAPA VALLEY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31-47
Downtown Napa Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
St. Helena Maps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35
Yountville . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36-37
Calistoga . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38-39
Napa Valley Fine Art . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
Napa Valley Wineries Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44-45
SONOMA COUNTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47-63
Sonoma County Wineries Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48-49
Russian River Area Wineries Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50Santa Rosa Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53
Healdsburg Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Geyserville Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57
Sonoma Valley . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58-63
Sonoma Valley Wineries Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58
Glen Ellen Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61
Sonoma Plaza . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .63
MENDOCINO & LAKE COUNTIES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64-65
Lake & Mendocino Counties Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
LIVERMORE VALLEY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
Livermore Wineries Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66SIERRAS/FOOTHILLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Sierra Foothills Wineries Maps . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
LODI/WOODBRIDGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68-69
Lodi/Woodbridge Area Wineries Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
NORTHERN CENTRAL COAST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70-76
Monterey Bay/Santa Cruz Mountains Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
Salinas Valley Wineries Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
Carmel Valley Wineries Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
WINERY LISTINGS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .76-86
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WINE CLUB
OF THE WEEK SCHUG CARNEROS ESTATE
WINECLUBDETAILS
Wine clubs at Schug Carneros Estateinclude self explanatory Mixed Wine,Reds Only and Pinot Only clubs.
Members of the Mixed Wine Club
receive two different bottles everyother month for $50 per shipment;Red Only means one to four bottlesfour times a year (February, April,October, December) at a cost of $60-$100 per shipment; Pinot Onlymembers also get one to four bottlesfour times a year (February, April,October, December) at a cost of $60-$100 per shipment and selectionsinclude current releases plusmagnums, library, reserve, limited-production and single-vineyardreleases. At each club level shipping
and the applicable tax is additional.
Each shipment also includes wine-maker notes and recipes from winerychef Kristine Schug, plus food andwine pairing suggestions
Members receive a 20% discount on allwines (excluding library wines andlarge format bottles), and 10% ontasting room merchandise
t Schug Carneros Estate Winery in Sonoma, the traditions of the Old World almost
seamlessly meld with modern winemaking techniques. By using only the finest
grapes available and steadfastly maintaining the highest winemaking standards,
their wines have gained acceptance worldwide as true contemporary classics. Founded in
1980, Schug Carneros Estate Winery is the showcase and life-long dream of one of Cali-
fornias most celebrated winemakers.
In the 1970s, as Joseph Phelps Vineyards founding winemaker, Walter Schugs reputa-
tion flourished as he made Californias first proprietary Bordeaux-style blend, now known
around the world as Insignia and Joseph Phelpss legendary vineyard-designated Eisele
Vineyards and Bacchus Cabernet Sauvignons. Drawing on his long experience in the
production of fine wines in both Europe and California, Walter set up his own winery
with his wife Gertrud in the cool, marine climate of the Carneros Appellation in the
southern reaches of Sonoma County. Here he could concentrate on the two varietals that
had always been closest to his heart: Chardonnay and Pinot Noir.
In 1995, Michael Cox, a Sonoma-born winemaker, joined Schug. Trained in enology at
UC Davis, he had worked in several California wineries before he moved from the NapaValley to Sonoma to work with Walter Schug as assistant winemaker. After just a year he
was promoted to winemaker and placed in charge of all of the day-to-day winemaking
duties, a position he still holds today.
The roster of wines currently available from Schug Carneros includes a Sauvignon
Blanc, a trio of Chardonnays, two Merlots, three Pinot Noirs and a pair of Cabernets.
There is even a beautifully balanced Rouge de Noirs which is a Sparkling Pinot Noir that
was inspired by Walter Schugs German ancestry. Each of them, like every wine at Schug
Carneros, is lovingly handcrafted and proudly presented. All varietals are produced in
limited quantities.
If youd like to see for yourself what the wines
are like, take the drive up Bonneau Road (about
ten minutes from the town of Sonoma) through thevineyards and past the rose borders to the winery
building, tucked into the hillside that contains the
barrel caves. Behind the German style post-and-
beam building there is a panoramic view of the
surrounding area, and on a clear day Mount Diablo
is visible off in the distance. Picnic tables are also
available should you wish to enjoy your lunch in
the sun, overlooking the winery chefs own herb
garden.
Open Daily 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
602 Bonneau Road Sonoma800-966-9365 (707) 939-9363 www.schugwinery.com
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Over 250 Quality WinesUnder $25 at Wine Garag
Hidden next to a dilapidated 40s-era former filling station on Highway 2
Calistoga lies the Wine Garage. A unique wine shop in Napa Valley that retail
wine in the store under $25. Sound crazy? Its true. And the proprietors ToddJoy Miller, have hit on a niche in the Valley that had been very missed by the lo
there.
There are a lot of winemakers here that cant afford to drink the wine
make says Miller. Thats crazy, yes, but who can afford to drink a $65 bottle
dinner every night?
Many people miss The Wine Garage on the first try upvalley, but the sear
well worth it. Miller stocks wine from all of Californias wine growing reg
including fifty Napa selections and 40 from Sonoma County. When he first so
out buying the initial inventory, I enlisted a local farmer buddy and his 15-
box van and off we went all over California hunting down the deals. I tried to
out the small producers who didnt have distributors so I could pass the sav
on to my customers. And Miller did just that. His store is stocked with hquality juice all under $25 and all are unique. Most labels in the shop
unrecognizable but all pass the same test; everything passes over Millers
before he makes a buy. If I dont love it, I dont buy it, period. Sometimes I
taste over a hundred wines in one day, load up the truck and haul it u
Calistoga, unload at the store, and maybe I will crawl in bed by 3 a.m. Needle
say my buddy bowedout of thedeal after theirsecond trip.I initially recruited
on a hey lets go wine tasting in Santa Barbara until he realized how much w
it entailed. Poor guy, he had to be at the farm at 5 in the morning.
It is all worth it. Millers customers love him. He has a unique ability to h
verbal description of a customers favorite wine and translate that in
recommendation for sometimes a third of the cost. I have people all over
country that use me as their local wine shop. I ship right to their door andcost of the shipping is a drop in the bucket compared to what they save on the
of the wine.
Miller gets deals on Napa wine too. I have winemakers from small win
stop in every week saying I have something that will fit into the store, if they o
have 15 or 25 cases of an end-of-vintage wine I am the perfect outlet for the
So head up to the Wine Garage and check out the best deals in the Vall
1020 Foothill Blvd (Hwy 29), Calistoga, CA 94515. For more information,
(707) 942-5332. You can also check out the website at winegarage.net.
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Fum Bistro & Bar Happy Hour
Spirit & snack specials, wine & beer, 4-6pm
Napa, 707-257-1999, www.fumebistro.com
ONGOING WEEKENDS
(EXCEPT 4TH WEEKEND)
Wine Component Tasting Seminar
10:30am-12:30pm, 707-963-7777www.merryvale.com, $20, free/club members
Merryvale Vineyards, St. Helena
EVERY 4TH WEEKEND
Wine & Food Pairing Seminar
10:30am-12:30pm, 707-963-7777
www.merryvale.com, $20, free/club members
Merryvale Vineyards, St. Helena
ONGOING THURSDAYS & FRIDAYS
Wine & Food Pairings
11am: Wine & Cheese Pairing
1pm: Wine & Tapas Pairing
Peju Province Winery, Rutherford
www.peju.com, 800-446-7358
ONGOING
Private Tours
707-944-1986, RSVP, www.goosecross.com$25, Goosecross Cellars, Yountville
ONGOING
Epicurean Explorations
RSVP, 707-944-1986, minimum 6 people
$95/3-course l unch, $135/5-course lunch
www.goosecross.com
Goosecross Cellars, Yountville
FIRST FRIDAY THROUGH OCTOBER
Cheers! St. Helena
6-9pm, $5/taste, $35/nightly pass
www.cheerssthelena.com, Downtown St. Helena
Taste wine & enjoy live music while strolling!
ONGOING WEEKENDS
Reserve Room at Markham Vineyards
Enjoy reserve and library wines by candlelight in
an historic stone cellar. $15pp, 11am-4pmwww.markhamvineyards.com, 707-963-5292
ONGOING
Napa Valley Wine Train
Napa, 800-427-4124, www.winetrain.com
July 30: Winemakers Dinner
July 31: Vintners Lunch
ONGOINGNapa Valley Opera House
707-226-7372, www.nvoh.org
1000 Main St. Ste 150, Napa
July 31: A Midsummer Nights Dreamweavers
A Retrospective
Aug 1: Smokey Robinson
Aug 7-8: My Fair Lady
Aug 15: An Evening with Bruce Hornsby
ONGOINGLive at the Lincoln TheaterYountville, 707-944-1300, www.lincolntheater.com
Aug 22: An Intimate Evening with Ben Vereen
Sept 9: Glenn Miller Orchestra
Sept 12: Buckwheat Zydeco
ONGOING
Wine Tasting at Back Room Wines
5-9pm, 707-226-1378, Napa
www.backroomwines.com
July 31: Clay Mauritson of Mauritson Winery
Aug 7: 2007 VintageSouthern Rhone Valley Wines
Aug 14: Under Twelve Bucks a Bottle Tasting
Aug 21: Peter Stolpman of Stolpman Vineyards
Aug 28: Back Room Blow Out XXXIII
ONGOINGdi Rosa Preserve Art & Nature707-226-5991, Napa, www.dirosapreserve.org Aug 8-Sep 19: Mike Henderson Band in Concert
ONGOINGFriday Night Pulse Tastings5-7pm, free, Acme Fine Wines, St. Helenawww.acmefinewines.com, 888-963-0440 July 31: Robbie Meyer of Peirson-Meyer & LAngevin Aug 7: Gemstone
Aug 1 4: Brown Estate VineyardsONGOING
Buon Amici Members & Guests10am-4:30pm, 707-963-5853www.benesserevineyards.comBenessere Vineyards, St. Helena Members Only New Release Tastings Barrel Tastings by appointment Vertical Tastings by appointment Wine & Cheese Pairing by appointment
ONGOINGJefferson House Reserve Room Tasting$25 Reserve Wine SeminarReservations required, 707-253-2802 x18Monticello Vineyards, Corley Family Napa ValleyNapa, www.CorleyFamilyNapaValley.com
ONGOING FRIDAYS-MONDAYS
Cooking Demonstrationsat The DeBaun Theatre707-967-2320, www.ciachef.eduSt. Helena, [email protected], $12.50ppCulinary Institute of America at Greystone
ONGOINGTour & Taste In Hall Wines Ghost WineryFour barrel samples & four current releases, $20St. Helena, 707-967-2620, www.hallwines.com
ONGOINGCabernet Flight Tasting at A Dozen VintnersTaste & compare award-winning Cabernets, $5ppSt. Helena, 707-967-0666, www.adozenvintners.com
ONGOINGVisitor Programs at Robert Mondavi Winery888-RMONDAVI x2000, www.robertmondavi.comCall or check website for particulars.
The To Kalon Tour & Tasting A Guided Tasting Pleasure in the Glass The Taste of Wine The Harvest of Joy Tour & Lunch Celebrating California Wine & Food The Essence Tour & Tasting Artisan Cheese & Wine A Perfect Match
ONGOINGAnsel Adams John Muir Trail ExhibitMumm Winery, 10am-5pm daily, Rutherford800-MUM-NAPA, www.mummnapa.com
ONGOING THURSDAYS - SUNDAYSLibrary & Barrel Sample TastingsSequoia Grove Winery8338 St. Helena Hwy, St. Helena707-944-2945, www.sequoiagrove.com
11am: Library & Barrel Sample Tastingin the underground cellar, $20
12:30: Food and Wine Pairing Tastingto include Barrel Sample, $40
3pm: Li brary & Barrel Sample Tastingin the underground cellar, $20
ONGOINGProgressive Tasting at Sterling Vineyards800-726-6136, Calistogawww.sterlingvineyards.comTaste limited release wines at the winery.
ONGOINGReserve Tour & Tasting at Sterling Vineyards11am, 800-726-6136, Calistogawww.sterlingvineyards.com, $45ppPrivate tasting in the Reserve Room after tour.
ONGOINGVIP Tasting & Artisan Barrel Factory TourMon-Fri by appointment, 800-499-2366$15 mid-week special, mention this listingwww.bourassavineyards.comBourassa Vineyards, Napa
ONGOINGTours & Tasting at ZD Wines800-487-7757, www.zdwines.comZD Wines, Rutherford
Traditional Tasting, $10, daily 10am-4pm Premier Tasting, $15, daily 10am-4pm Private Group Tasting, $20, by appt Cellar Tour & Tasting, $25, 1pm weekends &
holidays, M-F by appt Vineyard View Tasting, $40, Sat-Sun 11am,
M-F by appt Abacus Tasting, $600 for 4-6 people, by appt Wine Train, $180, RSVP
ONGOINGTastings at the Popcorn Bar10am-5pm, 707-967-8032, www.florasprings.comFlora Springs Winery, St. Helena Its al l About You Tasting, $15 Everybodys Talking Tasting, $25
ONGOING THURSDAY - SATURDAYTemptastings in the Temptation Cave11am & 2pm, 707-967-8032, $25, $15/memberwww.florasprings.com, RSVPFlora Springs Winery, St. Helena
ONGOINGTastings at Silverado Vineyards707-259-6611, 800-997-1770x611www.silveradovineyards.comSilverado Vineyards, Napa Saddleblock Vineyard Tasting, $75 Library Tasting, $75 Da ily Tasting Room Flights, Estate/$10,
Premier/$20 Public Tours & Tasting, 10:30am & 2:30pm, $15 Private Tour and or Tasting, 15-25 guests,
$20/tour, $25/tour & tasting
ONGOINGAppellation Tastings10:45am & 4pm by appt, 707-963-6067
www.elizabethspencerwines.com, $40Elizabeth Spencer Tasting Room, Rutherford
ONGOINGVineyard & Winery Tours at Raymond11am (by appt), 800-525-2659x620www.raymondvineyards.com, $15Raymond Vineyards, St. HelenaGroup tours available by appointment.
ONGOINGWine Tasting ExperiencesBy appt, 707-963-5853x105www.benesserevineyards.comBenessere Vineyards, St. Helena Personalized Wine Flights, daily, $10 Vineyards Walking Tour & Tasting,
M-W, 10:30am, $15 Fudge Pairing Experience, Sun, 10:30am, $15 Barrel Tasting, RSVP, Tues, Sat-Sun, 11am, $20 Barrel Tasting & Current Release,
Tues, Sat-Sun, 11am, $25 Barrel Tasting & Vertical,
Tues, Sat-Sun, 11am, $25 Group Tasting, Sat-Sun, 1:30pm, $15
ONGOINGTours & Tastings at Andretti877-386-5070x222, www.andrettiwinery.comAndretti Winery, Napa Individual Tastings, $12 Private Winery Tour & Tasting,
$15/tour, $20/tour & tasting Food & Wine Pairing Vineyard Tour Blending Class Wine Sensory Seminar
ONGOING
Wine Tasting Options
10:30am-4pm, 707-944-1673, www.bellwine.co
Bell Wine Cellars, Yountville
Current Release Tasting, $15
Reserve Tasting with cheese pairing, $25
Clonal Tasting with cheese pairing, $75
Blending Seminar, $75, 4-10 people
Clone 6 Library Tasting, $250
Sonnette Library Tasting, $75
Large Group Tastings, $20, 11+ people
Grape to Glass Tour, $45, weekends, spring
ONGOING
Tasting at Grgich Hills
9:30am-4:30pm, tours at 11am & 2pm
$10, Wine Library Tasting/$30
Barrel tasting on most Fridays 2-4pm
Grgich Hills Estate, Rutherford
707-963-2784, www.grgich.com
ONGOING
Tastings & Tours at Artesa
877-224-8309, RSVP, www.artesawinery.com
Artesa Winery, Napa
Vino con Queso, Wine & Cheese Experienc
Daily Guided Tours
Vines & Wines, A Vineyard Tour, $40
ONGOING
Tours & Tasting
707-253-1400, 10am-5pm, Black Stallion Wine
Napa, www.blackstallionwinery.com
Regular tasting, $10
Reserve tasting, $35, Sat-Sun
Artisan cheese additional $7.50/person
ONGOING
Educational Tours & Wine Tasting
RSVP 707-967-6272, www.castellodiamorosa.
Castello di Amorosa, Calistoga
Regular tour & tasting, $25-$40
Reserve tour & tasting, $35-$50
Tasting only, $10-$25
Young adult tours, $15-$20
Napa Valley Neighbor Program
Private VIP tours
ONGOING
Robert Mondavi Winery
Summer Concert Series
7pm, Robert Mondavi Winery, Oakville
888-RMWJAZZ, www.robertmondaviwinery.c
Aug 1: Smokey Robinson
THIRD SATURDAY OF THE MONTH
Bacchus That Rascal
Multi-media presentation History of WineClos Pegase, Calistoga, free, 2pm
www.clospegase.com, 707-942-4981
LAST TUESDAY OF THE MONTH
Winemaker Dinners at Fum Bistro
Local favorite wineries are spotlighted in a
four-course dinner. $60pp, call for reservat
707-257-1999, Napa, www.fumebistro.com
EVERY SATURDAY
ZD Wines: Wine & Cheese Seminar
Includes visit to Wine Library & Cellar
800-487-7757 x107, 11am, $40
Rutherford, 707-963-5188, www.zdwines.com
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Sensory Component Tasting at ZD Wines
11am by appointment only, $20pp
Rutherford, 707-963-5188, www.zdwines.com
EVERY SATURDAY & SUNDAY
Wine & Artisanal Cheese Pairings
at Havens Wine Cellars
10am-4:30pm, Napa
707-261-2000, www.havenswine.com
EVERY SATURDAY
Chocolate & Red Wine Saturdays
at Bennett Lane Winery
Calistoga, 10am-5pm
www.bennettlane.com, 707-942-6684
ONGOING
Friday Night Winemaker Events
5-7pm, 877-469-9463, www.jvwine.com, $2
JV Wine & Spirits, Napa
ONGOING SATURDAYS
Napa Riverwalk with Historian George Webber
2 hour tour with tales & lore of old town Napa
10am, $20, 707-251-8500, Napa
ONGOING THROUGH DECEMBER 31Classic Rock Photography Exhibit
707-963-5292, www.markhamvineyards.com
Markham Vineyards, St. Helena
ONGOING THROUGH AUGUST 17
Celebrity Photo Exhibit
Hollywood, Beverly Hills & Other
Perversities by George Rose
10am-5pm, Mumm Napa, Rutherford
www.mummnapa.com, 707-967-7700
ONGOING THROUGH AUGUST
Thursday Night Summer Concert Series
6-8pm, www.calistogavisitors.com
Pioneer Park, Calistoga
ONGOING THROUGH OCTOBER 4
Portals to the Past Exhibition
Includes photo of Mike Grgich
www.grgich.com, 707-763-2784
JULY 31
Jazz Event
5-7pm, Domaine Carneros, Napa
www.domainecarneros.com, 707-257-0101x122
AUGUST 1
Tag Along - 05 Cab Release Party
12-4pm, $25, Saddleback Cellars, Oakville
www.saddlebackcellars.com, 707-944-1305
AUGUST 1
Cabernet Tasting with Hors dOeuvres
2-3pm, 707-963-4507 www.stsupery.com
RSVP, $35 St. Supry Vineyards, Rutherford
AUGUST 1
1st Saturday Stroll
1-7pm, www.calistogavisitors.com
Live music & wine tasting! Downtown Calistoga
AUGUST 1
Pizza Party Night
6-9pm, $25/members, $30, Andretti Winery, Napa
RSVP 877-386-5070x225, www.andrettiwinery.com
AUGUST 2, 9, 15, 16, 23, 30
Behind the Scenes
11am-12pm, 707-963-4507 www.stsupery.com
RSVP, $30 St. Supry Vineyards, Rutherford
AUGUST 5-23Music in the Vineyards707-258-5559, www.musicinthevineyards.org Aug 5: Hudson House at Beringer Vineyards Aug 6, 13, 20: Napa Valley College Upper
Campus, St. Helena Aug 7: Frogs Leap Winery Aug 8: Cakebread Cellars Aug 9: Family Concert at Meadowood Aug 9: Clos Pegase Aug 1 2: The Hess Collection Aug 14-16: Silverado Vineyards Aug 1 9: Merryvale Vineyards Aug 21: Robert Mondavi Winery Aug 22: Markham Vineyards Aug 23: Rubicon Estate Aug 23: Closing Night at Meadowood
AUGUST 7-811th Annual V Foundation Wine Celebration707-963-0611, www.winecelebration.comVarious events in Napa Valley
AUGUST 8Artisan Cheese & Wine Pairing:California Cheese2-3pm, St. Supry Vineyards, Rutherford, $35RSVP 707-963-4507, www.stsupery.com
AUGUST 8Nice Jewish Girls Gone Bad
7:30pm, 707-255-2332www.juddshill.com, $25/adv, $35, $45/reservedJudds Hill Winery, Napa
AUGUST 9Lobster Luau Winefest707-255-2332, www.juddshill.comJudds Hill Winery, Napa
AUGUST 92006 Cabernet Franc Reserve Release Event12-3pm, www.peju.com, $30, $20/members800-446-7358, Peju Winery, Rutherford
AUGUST 11Napa Town & Country Fair Gala & Wine Tasting5:30-7:30pm, 707-253-4900, Napa Valley Expo
AUGUST 12-16Napa Town & Country Fair12-10pm, 707-253-4900, Napa Valley Expo, Napa
AUGUST 14Vine Village Annual Celebration12-10pm, 707-255-4006, Chardonnay Golf Club, Napa
AUGUST 15Napa Valley Art Festival10am-4pm, free, V Marketplace, Yountvillewww.napavalleyartfestival.com, 707-256-3828
AUGUST 15Club BBQ & Barrel Tasting2-5pm, Artesa Winery, Napawww.artesawinery.com, 877-224-8309
AUGUST 1647th Annual Tasting of theNapa Valley Wine Librarywww.napawinelibrary.com, Silverado Resort, Napa
AUGUST 17
Share Our StrengthsTaste of the Nation Napa Valley3rd Annual Golf Tournament & Grand TastingEvent, Silverado Resort, Napa877-26-TASTE, TasteOfTheNation.org
AUGUST 21Johnnys Lobster Feed Atop The Room6-8pm, 707-967-6723, www.florasprings.comFlora Springs Winery, St. Helena
AUGUST 22Cooking Class: Musical Pig Partywith Chef Joey Altman,Schweiger Vineyards & Hoffman Family2-8pm, Class, 707-224-7969, $1505-8pm, BBQ, wine & entertainment, $50www.cedargablesinn.com, Cedar Gables Inn, Napa
AUGUST 22Reidel Glass Tasting Event2-3pm, 707-963-4507 www.stsupery.comRSVP, $125 St. Supry Vineyards, Rutherford
AUGUST 28-29Big Barn Sale10am-5pm, Andretti Winery, Napa877-386-5070, www.andrettiwinery.com
AUGUST 28-30The Napa Fresh Aire Festival
888-285-5893x4, www.napafreshairefest.comThe Westin Verasa Hotel, Napa
AUGUST 292009 Harvest STOMPNapa Valley Grapegrowers, Gamble Ranch, Oakville6-10pm, 707-944-8311, www.napagrowers.org
AUGUST 2916th Annual Hands Across the Valley6-11pm, 707-226-6136, $125Trinchero Family Estates, St. Helena
AUGUST 30Tastemaker Dinner at toile Restaurant6:30pm, 707-944-2280, www.chandon.comDomaine Chandon, Yountville
ONGOING SATURDAYS & SUNDAYSWine & Food Sampling at Hop Kiln10am-5pm, 707-433-6491, www.hopkilnwinery.comVisit the historic tasting room to enjoy deliciouswine & sample over 80 food items in theirgourmet marketplace, Russian River Valley.
ONGOINGVineyard Walk & Photography WorkshopB.R. Cohn Winery, Glen Ellen10am-1pm, $45, $35/members707-931-7924x123, www.brcohn.com
ONGOINGExclusive Wine & Cheese TastingB.R. Cohn Winery, Glen Ellen11am & 3pm, $25, $20/members707-931-7924x123, www.brcohn.com
ONGOING
Wells Fargo Center for the ArtsSanta Rosa, 707-546-3600wellsfargocenterarts.org Aug 5: Madeliene Peyroux Aug 13: Huey Lewis and The News Aug 14-16: Healdsburg Guitar Festival Aug 20: Lisa Williams Aug 21: Elvis Costello & the Sugarcanes Aug 25: Diana Krall
ONGOING SUNDAYSDomaine Carneros Sparkling BrunchFairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa, Sonoma9am-1pm, 707-938-9000www.fairmont.com.sonoma
ONGOINGSunday Brunches by the Sea10am-2pm, 707-847-3231, 800-987-8319www.timbercoveinn.com
Timber Cove Inn, Timber Cove
ONGOINGTerroir & History Tour at Chateau St. JeanA visit to Chateau St. Jean lifts all of your senses.Complimentary, 11am-2pm, 707-833-4134Kenwood, www.chateaustjean.com
ONGOINGEscape to Wine Country Concert SeriesBocce ball, wine, picnic & horse-drawn wagontours! 1-4pm, Landmark Vineyards, Kenwood707-833-0053, www.landmarkwine.com Aug 1: Saxophonist, Ylanda Nickell Aug 8: Guitarist, Randy Vincent Aug 15: Folk Artist, Adam Traum Aug 22: French Cabaret Artist, Michel Saga Aug 29: John Simon & Vocalist Cat Austin
ONGOINGCooking in the Vineyard Classes & SemRodney Strong Vineyards, 707-544-3059Healdsburg, www.rodneystrong.com
ONGOINGWine & Food Pairing at Kendall-JacksonSpecial reserve food & wine tasting, 10am-4707-571-7500, www.kj.com, Fulton, $25pp
ONGOING (FRIDAYS)Saddles Restaurant at
MacArthur Place Hotel & SpaAn outdoor Garden Party BBQ on the VerandGarden, 4:30-7:30pm Live music, grilled appedrink specials. www.macarthurplace.com
ONGOING THROUGH SEPTEMBER 25Downtown Friday NightsShops open on the Sonoma square until 8pwww.sonomavalley.com
ONGOING (THURSDAY-SATURDAY)Michel-Schlumberger Winery Green Tou10:30am, 800-447-3060, $25www.michelschlumberger.com, Healdsburg
ONGOING (MONDAY-SATURDAY)Robert Young Estate Winery Vineyard T& Tasting in a Remodeled Grape Gondol11:30am, $10pp, box lunch provided for $20Geyserville, www.ryew.com, 707-431-4811
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ONGOING WEEKENDSWine & Chocolate Pairings10:30am-4:30pm, Fritz Winery, Cloverdale$5 tasting fee covers the pairing!www.fritzwinery.com, 707-894-3389
EVERY WEDNESDAY & SATURDAYSanta Rosa Original Farmers MarketSanta Rosa Veterans Building parking lot707-522-8629, 8:30am-noon
EVERY FRIDAY MORNING
Sonoma Valley Farmers MarketDepot Park, Sonoma, 9am-noon, 707-538-7023
ONGOING FRIDAYS-MONDAYSHanna Winery Reserve Tasting GalleryBismark Mountain wines paired with artisanalcheese selections from The Cheese Shop inHealdsburg, Alexander Valley, $10pp707-431-4310, www.hannawinery.com
EVERY FRIDAYComplimentary Wine Tastingat Flamingo Hotel5:30-7pm in the Terrace Grillefeaturing Sonoma County wines707-545-8530, 800-848-8300Santa Rosa, www.flamingoresort.com
ONGOING19th Annual Summer Concert Series
Rodney Strong Vineyards, Healdsburg866-779-4637, www.rodneystrong.comwww.omegaevents.com/rodneystrong Aug 8: Guitars & Saxes featuring Euge Groove,
Jeff Golub, Jeff Lorber & Jessy J Aug 22: The KRUSH Presents:
Susan Tedeschi and JJ Grey & Mofro Sept 7: Daryl Hall & John Oates
Up Close & Personal Tour
ONGOINGWine Experiences at Chateau St. JeanTen person minimum, 2 hours, $50707-833-4134x5258, by appointmentwww.chateaustjean.com, Kenwood Cinq Cpages Blending Seminar
Eight person minimum, 2 hours, $75 Cinq Cpages Component Tasting
Eight person minimum, 1.5 hours, $25 Private VIP Wine Tasting
10:30am, 1 & 3pm, $25, 1 hour Box Lunch Prgram with Tour
ONGOINGTours, Tastings & SeminarsSt. Francis Winery, Santa Rosa888-675-WINE(9463)x255, Ten person minimumRSVP, www.stfranciswinery.com Winery Tour & Tasting, 1.5 hours, $25 Vineyards Tour & Tasting, 1 hour, $20 Blending Seminar, 1.5 hour, $65 Winery Tour & Tasting, 1.5 hours, $25
ONGOINGGuided Winery Tours11am, 1 & 3pm, $10, Gloria Ferrer, Sonoma707-996-7256, www.gloriaferrer.com
ONGOINGTastings at Vine & Barrel
3-5pm, 707-765-1112 www.vineandbarrel.comVine & Barrel, Petaluma Aug 8: ZAP Zapped Zinfandel Sept 5: The Great Wines of Spain
ONGOING FRIDAYS THROUGH OCTOBER 30Summer Jazz Series6-10pm, Ledson Hotel, Sonoma707-996-9779, www.ledsonhotel.com
ONGOING TUESDAYSSummer Nights on the Green Movie Night707-838-1260, 15 min after sunsetwww.townofwindsor.com, freeWindsor Town Green, Windsor July 28: Paul Blart Mall Cop Aug 4: Coraline Aug 11: Monsters vs Aliens
ONGOING THURSDAYSSummer Nights on the GreenLive Concerts & Farmers Market707-838-1260, market 5-8pm, concert 6-8pmwww.townofwindsor.com, freeWindsor Town Green, Windsor July 30: Tommy Castro Aug 6: Moonlighters Swing Era Big Band Aug 13: Party Council Aug 20: The Soulshine Blues Band Aug 27: Beatles Flashback
ONGOINGLive From the Middle ReachSummer Music Series1-4pm, 707-431-4442, tasting 11am-5pmwww.cdonatiello.com, freeC. Donatiello Winery, Healdsburg Aug 2: Big Papa & The TCB Aug 9: Barbra Shassus Aug 16: Alma Desnuda Aug 23: Allison Schull & Victor Martin Aug 30: Buddy Sounds & Company
FRIDAYS THROUGH OCTOBERMusic in the Courtyard5:30-8:30pm, Michel-Schlumberger, Healdsburg$5, www.michelschlumberger.com, 707-433-7427
ONGOING SATURDAYSPizza Caf
11am-4pm, 707-473-3236, www.simiwinery.comSimi Winery, Healdsburg
EVERY OTHER WEDNESDAYThe Art of Winemaking Workshop10:30am-12pm, 707-9358-8311, Petroni VineyardsSonoma, www.petronivineyards.com
ONGOING TUESDAYSTuesdays in the PlazaConcerts & Farmers MarketMarket: 4-6:30pm, Concert: 6-8pm707-431-1956, www.healdsburgfarmersmarket.orgHealdsburg Plaza, Healdsburg Aug 4: Culanns Hounds Aug 11: Lucky Buck & The Winners Aug 18: California Honeydrops Aug 25: Roy Rogers & The Delta Rhythm Kings
WEDNESDAYS THROUGH OCTOBER 7
Ravenswood After Hours5:30-7pm, $20, Ravenswood Winery, Sonoma707-933-2332, www.ravenswood-wine.com
ONGOING THROUGH AUGUST 16Abstractions by Leslie Zumwalt707-875-2744, www.localcolorgallery.comLocal Color Gallery, Bodega Bay
WEDNESDAYS THROUGH AUGUST 26Petaluma Evening Farmers Market4:30-8pm, 707-762-0344www.petalumafarmersmarket.com2nd Street between B & D Streets, Petaluma
ONGOING THROUGH OCTOBER 31Tuesday Night Farmers Market5:30-8:30pm, 707-538-7023, Sonoma Plaza, Sonoma
ONGOING FRIDAYS THROUGH OCTOBERCelebrate Late at Sebastiani7-9pm, 707-933-3204, www.sebastiani.comSebastiani Vineyards & Winery, Sonoma
JULY 30Wine Tasting FUNdamentalsGloria Ferrer Winery, Sonoma, 10:30am-12pm, $25707-996-7356, www.gloriaferrer.com
JULY 31Finally FridayWilson Winery, Healdsburg707-433-4355, www.wilsonwinery.com
ONGOING THROUGH AUGUST 9Sonoma County Fair: The Fair Before Time707-545-4200, www.sonomacountyfair.comSonoma County Fairgrounds, Santa RosaHorse racing, carnival, entertainment & more!
AUGUST 1Moshin Pictures: Pillow TalkDusk, $20, Moshin Vineyards, Healdsburg707-433-5499, www.moshinvineyards.com
AUGUST 1Gun Bun Summer Fun Film Fest:The Breakfast Club7pm, 707-933-3019, www.gunbun.comGundlach Bundschu Winery, Sonoma
AUGUST 1
3rd Annual Summer Fest707-431-8243, www.christophercreek.comWineries on the Eastside of the Russian River:Acorn Winery, Christie Vineyards, ChristopherCreek Winery, Foppiano Vineyards, MerriamVineyards & Mietz Cellars, 11am-4pm
AUGUST 19th Annual Wet Paint Dinner & Auction707-939-7862, www.svma.orgSonoma Valley Museum of Art, Sonoma
AUGUST 2The Fourth Street Jazz Band1-5:30pm, 707-328-0939, www.tradjass.orgLast Day Saloon, Santa RosaLive Dixieland Jazz Concert & Dance
AUGUST 7First Friday
Various locations on Fourth Street, Santa RosaFood, art & music! 4-8pmwww.firstfridaysonfourth.com
AUGUST 7, 21Music at MazzoccoMazzocco Winery, Healdsburg707-431-8159, www.mazzocco.com
AUGUST 7-9Farm Trails Wine Country WeekendFerrari-Carano Winery, Healdsburg707-433-6700, www.fcwinery.com
AUGUST 8Orchard TourMcEvoy Ranch, Petaluma, 10am-12pm, $30707-778-2307, www.mcevoyranch.com
AUGUST 8Traditional Lobster Boil
707-938-8822, $95/members, $115, 6:30-10pmwww.nicholsonranch.comNicholson Ranch Winery, Sonoma
AUGUST 8Eight Street Wineries Open House11-5pm, Sonoma. Anaba Wines, Enkidu, Mac RostieWinery, Parmalee Hill Wines, Talisman Wines, ThreeSticks, Tin Barn Vineyards & Ty Caton Vineyards,707-938-5430, [email protected]
AUGUST 8Lobster FeedPatrons Classic & Prestige Member Event6:30pm, 888-675-WINEx254 $110/members$135/guest of members, www.stfranciswinery.comSt Francis Winery, Santa Rosa
AUGUST 9Dog Days of Summer
12-4pm, 888-332-3032 www.trentadue.com,$5/person, $5/dog, Trentadue Winery, Geyserville
AUGUST 13Garden Tour with Seasonal LunchMcEvoy Ranch, Petaluma, 10am-12pm, $85707-778-2307, www.mcevoyranch.com
AUGUST 13, 27Wine Tasting FUNdamentalsGloria Ferrer Winery, Sonoma, 10:30am-12pm, $25www.gloriaferrer.com, 707-996-7356
AUGUST 14Dinner with the Winemaker Series:Featuring Marimar Estate800-541-7788, www.innatthetides.comThe Bay View Restaurant, $79Inn at the Tides, Bodega Bay
AUGUST 14, 28
Finally Friday
Wilson Winery, Healdsburg
707-433-4355, www.wilsonwinery.com
AUGUST 14-16
Grape to Glass
Russian River Valley Winegrowers, 707-521-25
www.rrvw.org, Russian River Valley wineries
AUGUST 15
A Warm Summer Nightat Passalacqua Winery
After hours celebration of warm nights, outd
dining and the release of Maple Zinfandel
6-8:30pm, $35, $25/members, Healdsburg
RSVP 877-825-5547, www.passalacquawinery.
AUGUST 15
Fete Du Chateau Charity Event
6-10pm, 707-573-0658, $55, Chateau St Jean
Winery, Kenwood, www.chateaustjean.com
AUGUST 15
Grape to Glass, Hog in the Fog Backyard
707-433-6491, www.hopkilnwinery.com
Hop Kiln Winery, Healdsburg
AUGUST 15
Lobster Feed
707-473-2992, www.sbragia.comSbragia Family Vineyards, Geyserville
AUGUST 15
Members Only Vineyard Tour & Lunch
Sausal Winery, Healdsburg
800-500-2285, www.sausalwinery.com
AUGUST 15
Hog in the Fog Backyard BBQ
12-4pm, Hop Kiln Winery, Healdsburg
707-433-6491, www.hopkilnwinery.com
AUGUST 15-16
4th Annual Muscardini Cellars Barrel Tas
12-5pm, www.MuscardiniCellars.com
Olive & Vine Restaurant, Glen Ellen
AUGUST 15-16
Wings Over Wine Country Air Show
9am-4pm, Charles M. Schulz-Sonoma CountyAirport, Santa Rosa, 707-566-8380
www.pacificcoastairmuseum.org
AUGUST 15-16
Gravenstein Apple Fair
707-824-1765, $10, $8/seniors, $5/kids
www.gravensteinapplefair.com
Ragle Ranch Regional Park, Sebastopol
AUGUST 21
Winemaker Dinner: Cline Cellars
Timber Cove Inn, Timber Cove, 707-847-3231
800-987-8319, www.timbercoveinn.com
AUGUST 21-22, 28-29, SEPTEMBER 4-6
Taming of the Shrew - Avalon Players
707-933-3019, www.gunbun.com, $20
www.sonomashakespeare.com
Gundlach Bundschu Winery, Sonoma
AUGUST 21-23
Indy Grand Prix of Sonoma
Infineon Raceway, Sonoma
800-870-RACE, www.infineonraceway.com
AUGUST 22
Wine Club Release Party
Wilson Winery, Healdsburg
707-433-4355, www.wilsonwinery.com
AUGUST 22
Al Fresco Flavors of Spain Winery Dinne
7pm, St Francis Winery, Santa Rosa
888-675-WINEx255, www.stfranciswinery.com
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AUGUST 22Taste of Railroad Square12-4pm, Railroad Square, Santa Rosawww.tasteofrailroadsquare.org, 707-523-4185
AUGUST 22-23Cotati Accordion Festival707-664-0444, www.cotatifest.comLa Plaza Park, Cotati
AUGUST 23Harvest Grape Stomp & Crush Party
11am-3pm, 888-332-3032, $35/member, $45www.trentadue.com, Trentadue Winery, Geyserville
AUGUST 29Petaluma Wine, Jazz & Blues Festival12-7pm, 707-769-9650, $40w/wine, $30www.petalumawinejazzandbluesfestival.orgSonoma-Marin Fairgrounds, Petaluma
AUGUST 29Wine Club Harvest PartyWilson Winery, Healdsburg707-433-4355, www.wilsonwinery.com
AUGUST 29-30Bodega Seafood, Art & Wine Festival707-824-8717, www.winecountryfestivals.comWatts Ranch, Bodega
AUGUST 29 SEPTEMBER 1
Labor Day Open House
10am-5pm, Chateau St Jean Winery, Kenwood
www.chateaustjean.com, 707-573-0658
EVERY SECOND SATURDAY
Food & Wine Pairings
707-744-1986, www.mcnabridge.comMcNab Ridge Tasting Room, Hopland
ONGOING
Classic Concerts by the Lake
Konocti Harbor Resort & Spa, Kelseyville
www.konoctiharbor.com, 800-660-LAKE
Aug 2: Peter Frampton
Aug 28: Toby Keith w/Jack Ingram
ONGOING THROUGH AUGUST 6
Dynamic Duo: Whimsical Pottery & Drawings
Featuring Alexis Moyer & Susan Spencer
707-895-2957, www.scharffenbergercellars.com
Scharffenberger Cellars, Philo
SUNDAYS THROUGH AUGUST 1618th Annual Ukiah Sundays in the Park707-463-6200, www.gomendo.comTodd Grove Park, Ukiah
AUGUST 1Art in the Gardens707-964-4352, www.gardenbythesea.orgMendocino Coast Botanical Garden, Fort Bragg
AUGUST 6 SEPTEMBER 6The Circle707-937-4477, www.mendocinotheatre.orgMendocino Theatre Company, Mendocino
AUGUST 15Deep Sky Wonders8-11pm, 707-262-4121, $3, Taylor ObservatoryKelseyville, www.taylorobservatory.org
AUGUST 15Summer Concert4-7pm, 707-274-9373x100, www.tuliphillwinery.com$10, Tulip Hill Winery, Kelseyville
AUGUST 15-16Art in the Redwoods Festival707-884-1138, www.gualalaarts.orgGualala Arts Center, Gualala
AUGUST 21Summer Grillin Series5-8pm, 707-463-5384, $30, $20/membersParducci Wine Cellars, Ukiah
AUGUST 2112th Annual A Taste of Lakeport5-10pm, 707-268-8843, 707-263-5752Main Street, LakeportLocal wine, food & live entertainment!
AUGUST 21-22
Pepsi Celebrity Quarterback Shootout707-279-4281, www.konoctiharbor.comKonocti Harbor Resort, Kelseyville
AUGUST 21-235th Annual Vibrant Living Expo800-816-2319, www.rawfoodchef.comLiving Light Culinary Arts Institute, Fort Brag
AUGUST 21-30Lake County Summerfest800-525-3743, www.lakecounty.comVarious locations in Lake County
AUGUST 22Concerts in the Vineyards6-9pm, 707-738-0507, $10, Moore Family WineKelseyville, www.moorefamilywinery.com
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AUGUST 22-2317th Annual Laytonville Jr Rodeo &Beauty and the Beast Bull ORama,707-984-7480 [email protected] Rodeo Grounds, Laytonville
AUGUST 28-305th Annual Pure Mendocino Celebration800-449-6483, www.puremendocino.orgVarious locations in Mendocino
AUGUST 29
Yorkville Highlands Wine Festival2-7pm, 707-894-9177, $60, $35/memberswww.yorkvillehighlands.org, Yorkville HighlandsGrowers & Vintners Association
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ONGOINGFilm Night in the Park8pm, 415-453-4333, www.filmnight.org, $6, $3/kids July 31: A Night of Bike Films, Fairfax Aug 1: Ironman, Mill Valley Aug 7: Eternal Sunshine of a Spotless Mind,
San Anselmo Aug 8: Harry Potter and the Order of the
Phoenix, San Anselmo Aug 14: Lost in Translation, San Anselmo Aug 15: Ratatouille, San Anselmo Aug 16: Duel, San Anselmo Aug 28: Cool Runnings, San Geronimo Aug 29: Dumbo, Mill Valley
AUGUST 1Maritime Day8am-6pm, 415-332-8554, Galilee HarborSausalito, www.galileeharbor.com
AUGUST 7 SEPT 13 (EXCEPT TUESDAYS)The Box Show: Positively Magnetic11am-5pm, 415-868-0931Gallery Route One, Point Reyes Station
AUGUST 15San Rafael Food & Wine Festival11am-5pm, free, Falkirk Cultural Center, San Rafael800-310-6563, www.sresproductions.com
AUGUST 22-23Tiburon Art Festival11am-6pm, 415-435-4355, free, Downtown Tiburon
www.tiburon-artfestival.comSAN FRANCISCO
ONGOINGFilm Night in the Park8pm, 415-453-4333, www.filmnight.org, $6, $3/kids Aug 1: Pretty in Pink, Dolores Park Aug 22: On the Waterfront, Union Square
ONGOING THROUGH AUGUST 2372nd Annual Stern Grove Festival415-252-6252, www.sterngrove.orgSigmund Stern Grove, San Francisco
AUGUST 1-2Aloha Festival10am-5pm, 415-281-0221, The Presidio of SanFrancisco, www.sanfranciscoalohafestival.org
AUGUST 4
Wagner Family California Wine DinnerJoseph Wagner, Caymus Vineyards & the WagnerFamily Wine, $165 Campton Place, San Francisco415-955-5574, [email protected]
AUGUST 6-9SF Chefs Food Wine4 days of tasting, classes, dinners & more! UnionSquare, San Francisco, www.sfchefsfoodwine.com
AUGUST 8-9Arts & Crafts San Francisco707-865-1576, www.artsandcrafts-sf.comConcourse Exhibition Center, San Francisco
AUGUST 8-9Nihonmachi Street Fair11am-5pm, 415-771-9861, free, JapantownSan Francisco, www.nihonmachistreetfair.org
AUGUST 18Silverado Napa Valley Wine DinnerJonathan Emmerich, Winemaker SilveradoVineyards, $160, Campton Place, San Francisco415-955-5574, [email protected]
AUGUST 22San Francisco Street Food Festival11am-7pm, 415-824-2729, www.lacocinasf.orgMission District, San Francisco
AUGUST 22-23
Golden Gate Renaissance Festival10am-6pm, 415-354-1773, www.sffaire.comSpeedway Meadow, Golden Gate Park
AUGUST 23-24Family Winemakers of California877-772-5425, www.familywinemakers.orgFort Mason Center, San Francisco
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ONGOINGLive at Golden State Theatre-Monterey831-372-3800, www.goldenstatetheatre.com Aug 6: Lyle Lovett & His Large Band Aug 29: Brian Regan Live in Concert
ONGOINGLive Music at KRML RadioThe Eastwood Building, Carmelwww.krmlradio.com, 831-624-6432
0NGOING WEDNESDAYS THROUGH OCTOBERWinemaker WednesdaysSanta Cruz Mountains Winegrowers Association5pm, 831-685-VINE (8463), www.scmwa.comShadowbrook Restaurant, Capitola
ONGOINGThursday Night Music SeriesEnjoy music, food & Bargetto wine! 6-8pmBargetto Winery, Soquel831-475-2258x11, www.bargetto.com
ONGOING THIRD THURSDAYSSweet Thursdays at Cannery RowFamily fun, music, fine dining & great discounts4-8pm, Monterey, 831-649-6690
ONGOING TUESDAYSFarmers Market at the BarnyardOrganic fruit, vegetables & flowersCarmel, 11am-3pm, 831-624-8886
ONGOING THIRD THURSDAYSMonterey Museum of ArtEvening of music, wine and hors d'oeuvres5-7pm, 831-372-5477, Monterey
EVERY THIRD WEEKEND OF THE MONTHOpen for TastingMartin Ranch Winery, Gilroy, 11am-4pm$10/refundable w/purchase, free/club memberswww.martinranchwinery.com, 408-842-9197
EVERY TUESDAYFocus on Monterey County WinesCepage Wine Bar, Rancho Cellars, Carmel831-625-5646, 3-8pm, www.ranchocellars.com
ONGOINGWorld of Wine 2009
Chateau Julien Wine Estate, Carmel Valley831-624-2600, www.chateaujulien.com Aug 5: Northern Italy Sept 2: Washington State
THURSDAYS THROUGH AUGUST 27Thursday Night Music Series6-8pm, Bargetto Winery, Soquel831-475-2258, www.bargetto.com
FRIDAYS THROUGH SEPTEMBER 4Bands on the BeachSanta Cruz Beach Boardwalk, Santa Cruz831-423-5590, www.beachboardwalk.com
FRIDAYS THROUGH SEPTEMBER 25Jazz at the Plaza5-7pm, 831-624-0138 www.carmelplaza.com Livejazz, wine, cheese sampling! Carmel Plaza, Carmel
AUGUST 1-2Monterey Scottish Games & Celtic Festival831-333-9423, www.montereyscotgames.comToro County Park, between Salinas & Monterey
AUGUST 3-12Pebble Beach Motoring Classic831-622-1700, www.pebblebeachconcours.netPebble Beach
AUGUST 6, 13, 20, 27Time for Wine
5-9pm, 800-ITS-WINE, www.clos.comClos La Chance, San Martin
AUGUST 6-829th Annual Steinbeck Festival:Legends, Myth & Magic831-775-4721, www.steinbeck.orgNational Steinbeck Center, Salinas
AUGUST 8-9Music, Art, Food & Wine Festival11am-8pm, 831-420-5260, Santa Cruz CivicAuditorium, Santa Cruz, freewww.cabrillomusic.org
AUGUST 8-9Scotts Valley Art & Wine Festival10am-6pm, 831-438-1010, Sky Park, Scotts Valleywww.svchamber.org, free
AUGUST 8
17th Annual Winemakers Celebration12-3:30pm, 831-375-9400, Custom House Plaza$45/adv, $50, Monterey, www.montereywines.org
AUGUST 8, 15Moonlight Dinner Train Party831-335-4484, www.roaringcamp.comRoaring Camp Railroad, Felton
AUGUST 8-9Summer Gathering of Mountain Men831-335-4484, www.roaringcamp.comRoaring Camp Railroad, Felton
AUGUST 9Musical Saw Festival831-335-4484, www.roaringcamp.comRoaring Camp Railroad, Felton
AUGUST 10-12The Quail Rally831-620-8887, www.quaillodgeevents.comQuail Lodge Resort, Carmel
AUGUST 10-1659th Annual Pebble BeachConcours dEleganceThe Lodge a t Pebble Beach, www.pebblebeach.com
AUGUST 11Carmel-by-the-Sea Concours on the Avenue404-237-2633, www.motorclubevents.comOcean Avenue, Carmel
AUGUST 11-127th Annual Automobilia MontereyInternational Auto Expo831-667-2700, www.automobiliamonterey.comEmbassy Suites, Monterey
AUGUST 12-16
Monterey County Fair831-372-5863, www.montereycountyfair.comMonterey County Fairgrounds, Monterey
AUGUST 13Ferraris FCA Vintage Concours1-4pm, 831-624-2600, www.chateaujulien.comChateau Julien Wine Estate, Carmel Valley, $30
AUGUST 13Pebble Beach Tour dElegance/Vintage Car Parade & Display11:30am, Pebble Beach to Carmel-by-the-Seawww.pebblebeachconcours.net, 831-622-1700
AUGUST 13-15Sports & Classics of Monterey Auction800-211-4371, www.rmauctions.comPortola Hotel & Spa, Monterey
AUGUST 13 SEPTEMBER 27Oliver831-622-0100, www.pacrep.orgOutdoor Forest Theater, Carmel
AUGUST 14Comedy Night Under the Stars408-842-3305, www.fortinowinery.comFortino Winery, Gilroy
AUGUST 14The Quail, A Motorsports Gathering
10am-4pm, 831-620-8887 Gourmet food, wine much more! www.quaillodgeevents.comQuail Lodge Resort, Carmel
AUGUST 14Twilight Evening Cookout & Nature Walk831-335-4484, www.roaringcamp.comRoaring Camp Railroad, Felton
AUGUST 14-162009 Pebble Beach Retro Auto831-622-1700, www.pebblebeachconcours.net
AUGUST 14-1636th Annual Rolex MontereyHistoric Automobile Races800-327-SECA, www.laguna-seca.comwww.montereyhistoric.comMazda Raceway, Laguna Seca, Monterey
AUGUST 15
The Annual Khakis Ferrari Event4:30-7pm, 831-625-8106 Khakis of CarmelThe Barnyard, Carmel, www.khakisofcarmel.co
AUGUST 15-162009 Pebble Beach Automobile Auction6pm, 310-899-1960 www.goodingco.comPebble Beach Equestrian Center, Pebble Beac
AUGUST 15-16Old Monterey Plein Air Art Festival831-655-8070, www.oldmonterey.org, freeDowntown & Wharves 1 & 2, Monterey
AUGUST 15-16Fiesta de Arts10am-6pm, 408-395-8016 www.lgfiesta.org, freCivic Center Grounds, Los Gatos
AUGUST 15 SEPTEMBER 5Bye Bye Birdie
831-375-2111, www.westernstage.comWestern Stage, Salinas
AUGUST 162009 Pebble Beach Concours dElegance831-622-1700, www.pebblebeachconcours.net175 of the most prized collector cars
AUGUST 16Aloha Races & Polynesian Festival831-420-5273, www.santacruzwharf.comSanta Cruz Wharf, Santa Cruz
AUGUST 22Harvest Festival408-779-2145, www.guglielmowinery.comGuglielmo Winery, Morgan Hill
AUGUST 22, 29Starlight Evening Train831-335-4484, www.roaringcamp.com
Roaring Camp Railroad, Felton
AUGUST 3022nd Annual Jewish Food Festival10:30am-4:30pm, 831-624-2015www.carmelbethisrael.org, freeCongregation Beth Israel, Carmel Valley
SOUTH BAY
WEDNESDAYS THROUGH AUGUST 26Jazz on the Plazz6:30-8:30pm, Town Plaza, Los Gatos, free408-354-1155, www.jazzontheplazz.com
ONGOING THROUGH AUGUST 8Stanford Jazz Festival650-736-0324, www.stanfordjazz.orgStanford University, Stanford
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ONGOINGSummer Concert Series408-741-2817, www.MountainWinery.comThe Mountain Winery, Saratoga July 30-31: Steve Miller Band Aug 2: The Beach Boys Aug 4-5: Lyle Lovett Aug 7: Smokey Robinson Aug 8: Ziggy Marley & The Melody Makers
with special guests Totts and the Maytals Aug 9: Melissa Etheridge Live & Alone
Aug 12: Los Lonely Boys & Los Lobos Aug 14-15: Huey Lewis & The News Aug 17: Elvis Costello & The Sugarcanes Aug 18-19: Diana Krall Aug 20: Lewis Black Aug 21-23: Chris Isaak Aug 26: Heroes of Woodstock featuring
Jefferson Starship, Ten Years After, Canned Heat,Big Brother & The Holding Company, GratefulDeads Tom Constanten & Country Joe McDonald
Aug 27: Susan Tedeschi & Jackie Greene Aug 31: Foreigner
JULY 30 - AUGUST 2Santa Clara County Fair10a8pm, 408-494-3100, www.thefair.orgSanta Clara County Fairgrounds, San Jose
AUGUST 1-2Obon Festival & Food Bazaar
650-856-0123, www.pabt.orgPalo Alto Buddhist Temple, Palo Alto
AUGUST 2Fleming Jenkins Winemaker Dinner408-358-4949, www.flemingjenkins.comSt. Michaels Alley, Palo Alto
AUGUST 14Vintner Dinner with Mike Grgich925-283-7108, www.grgich.comMortons Steakhouse, San Jose
AUGUST 29-3029th Annual Italian American Family Festa11am-9pm, 408-293-7122, www.iahfsj.orgWillow Glen, San Jose
SAN MATEO COUNTY
EVERY SATURDAYWine Tasting at BeltramosMenlo Park, 2:20-5:30pm650-325-2806, www.beltramos.com
SATURDAYS & SUNDAYSSummer Vintner Series12-5pm, 650-712-7000, $20 The Ritz-CarltonHalf Moon Bay, www.ritzcarlton.com/hmbMeet a wine educator from the featured winery! Ongoing through Aug 20: Thomas Fogarty Winery Aug 21-Sept 20: Cakebread Cellars
ALAMEDA COUNTY
AUGUST 12Educational Seminar: Rhne History & TastingTour France via Alameda6:30-8:30pm, $40, $35/memberswww.rosenblumcellars.com, 510-995-4100Rosenblum Cellars, Alameda
AUGUST 15-169th Annual Art & Soul FestivalLive music, carnival rides & more! 12-6pm510-444-CITY, www.artandsouloakland.comDowntown Oakland
AUGUST 15-16Hayward Zucchini Festival510-264-9466 Kennedy Park, Hayward
AUGUST 22Cajun/Zydeco Festival10am-7pm, 510-544-2202, $16/adv, $20, ArdenwoodHistoric Farm, Fremont, www.ebparks.org
AUGUST 22-23Chinatown StreetFest10am-5:30pm, 510-893-8979, free, Oaklandwww.oaklandchinatownstreetfest.com
CONTRA COSTA COUNTY
AUGUST 16Summer Wine Festival$30, $25/adv St. Marys College, Moraga
925-631-4200, www.stmarys-ca.edu/wine
AUGUST 21Vintner Dinner with Mike Grgich925-283-7108, www.grgich.comLafayette Park Hotel, Lafayette
ONGOINGSierra Railroad209-848-2100, Oakdale, www.sierrarailroad.com Aug 1, 15: Wild West Lunch, Rail & Raft Aug 8: Sunset Dinner Aug 18, 25: Tuesday Lunch Special, Rail & Raft Aug 23: Sunday Brunch Aug 26: Wednesday Sunset Special Aug 28: Murder Mystery Dinner
AUGUST 9Jamaica My Weekend5-10pm, 559-497-8362, St. Therese Church lawnFresno, www.towerdistrict.org
AUGUST 14-16Fresno Serendipity Antique Show559-485-3354, www.serendipityshows.comFresno Fairgrounds, Fresno
EVERY FRIDAYWine Dinners at Caf GarrVineyard Nights & Live Music on the Patio Enjoygourmet seasonal wine-paired cuisine with locallygrown & produced ingredients. Garr Winery,Livermore, 6-9pm 925-371-8200,www.garrewinery.com
ONGOING WEEKENDSWine Cave Tasting Experience1 & 3pm, 925-456-2405, RSVP, $20www.wentevineyards.com/cavesWente Vineyards, Livermore
ONGOINGLa Luna FridaysMurrietas Well Winery, Livermorewww.murrietaswell.com, 925-456-23956-9pm, $55, $45/members Aug 7: Tomas Michaud, Spanish Guitar Sept 4: Paul Snagg, Steel Drums
ONGOINGThe Concerts at Wente VineyardsWente Vineyards, Livermore925-456-2424, www.ticketmaster.comwww.wentevineyards.com July 29: Steve Miller Band Aug 3: Gretchen Wilson Aug 13: Diana Krall Aug 19: Elvis Costello & The Sugarcanes Aug 27: Chris Isaak Aug 31: Sheryl Crow
ONGOING FRIDAYSConcerts in the Park7-8:30pm, Lions Wayside Park, Pleasanton925-484-2199, www.pleasantondowntown.net July 31: Houserockers Aug 7: The Cocktail Monkeys Aug 14: Finding Stella Aug 21: Magic Moments Aug 28: D-Lucca
ONGOINGBankhead TheatreLivermore Valley performing Arts Center925-373-6800, www.livermoreperformingarts.org July 31: Peter Pan Aug 1-2: Peter Pan Aug 29-30: My Fair Lady
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ONGOINGThe Cinema at Wente Vineyards925-456-2424, www.wentevineyards.comThe Terrace Lawn at Wente Vineyards, Livermore Aug 10: Mamma Mia
ONGOING FRIDAYSFridays at FenestraFenestra Winery, Livermore, 12-5pm925-447-5246, www.fenestrawinery.com
ONGOINGThursday Night Music & DinnerThe Restaurant at Wente Vineyards, Livermore6-9pm, $125/couple, 925-456-2400www.wentevineyards.com
ONGOINGWine Cave Tasting Experience1 & 3pm, Wente Vineyards, Livermore$20, $15/wine club members925-456-2405, www.wentevineyards.com
EVERY SUNDAYSunset Suppers4:30-5:30pm, The Restaurant at Wente VineyardsLivermore, 925-456-2450, www.wentevineyards.com
WEDNESDAYS THROUGH SEPTEMBERBocce Ball & Italian Dinner Night5:30pm, 925-371-8200, $38.95 Garr Winery,
Livermore RSVP www.garrewinery.com,
FRIDAYS THROUGH SEPTEMBERDinner & Live Music6-9pm, 925-371-8200, RSVP Garr WineryLivermore www.garrewinery.com
ONGOING THROUGH AUGUST 9Livermore Shakespeare FestivalThe Seagull & A Midsummer Nights DreamConcannon Vineyard, Livermore800-838-3006, 925-443-BARD(2273)www.LivermoreShakes.org
AUGUST 1-2Fenestras Winery Buildings120th Birthday Bash12-5pm, Fenestra Winery, Livermore925-447-5246, www.fenestrawinery.com
AUGUST 16Cajun Music & Dancing in the Vineyard4:30-8:30pm, www.chouinard.comChouinard Vineyards, Castro Valley
AUGUST 2370s Music & Dancing in the Vineyard4:30-8:30pm, www.chouinard.comChouinard Vineyards, Castro Valley
AUGUST 30Blues Music & Dancing in the Vineyard4:30-8:30pm, www.chouinard.comChouinard Vineyards, Castro Valley
AUGUST 30Day in the Park - Taylor Family FoundationCamp Arroyo, Livermore Auctions, wine, food,music & more! Benefit for a camp for children.925-455-5118, www.ttff.org
AUGUST 30 SEPTEMBER 1Harvest Wine Celebration12-5pm, www.mitchellkatzwinery.com, $20Mitchell Katz Winery, Pleasanton
AUGUST 1, 8, 22Music at the Mine7:30pm, $10-$25, Kentucky Mine, Sierra Citywww.kentuckymine.org, 530-862-1300
AUGUST 15-168th Annual Brews, Jazz & Funk Fest2-8pm, The Village, Olympic Valley877-297-2140, www.thevillageatsquaw.com
EL DORADO COUNTY
ONGOING FRIDAYS THROUGH SEPTEMBERWood-Fired Oven Pizza NightsEnjoy live music, pizza & wine!Fitzpatrick Winery, Fair Play530-620-3248, www.fitzpatrickwinery.com
ONGOING THURSDAY - SUNDAYPrivate Tastings with the WinemakerTaste with Charles B. Mitchell or a staffwine educator! 11am-5pm, by appointment
$25, $20/members, Winery By the Creek, Fair Play530-620-2402, www.winerybythecreek.com
ONGOING SUNDAYSJam Sessions Every Sunday AfternoonFitzpatrick Winery, Fair Play530-620-3248, www.fitzpatrickwinery.com
FRIDAYS THROUGH AUGUST 28Sunset Sippin 20095-8pm, 800-655-2634, $5/car Boeger WineryPlacerville www.boegerwinery.com
AUGUST 1Tastes from the Kitchen ofChef Beth Sogaard Catering12:30pm, free, David Girard Vineyards, Placervillewww.davidgirardvineyards.com, 530-295-1833
AUGUST 2-3Annual Grape Stomp1pm, 530-295-1833, David Girard VineyardsPlacerville, www.davidgirardvineyards.com
AUGUST 8Hunt for Zinman5:30-9pm, 530-620-5175, RSVPPerry Creek Winery, Fair Play
AUGUST 8-9Wineries of Slug Gulch Road11am-5pm, www.eldoradowines.org, freeVisit all 4 wineries: Colibri Ridge, dkcellarsOakstone & Obscurity Cellars
AUGUST 9Placerville Craft Fair8am-3pm, 530-672-3436, free, Historic DowntownPlacerville, www.placerville-dopwntown.org
AUGUST 15Summer Series Blending Class3:30-8pm, 53-620-5175, RSVP, freePerry Creek Vineyards, Fair Play
AUGUST 15Summer Concert: Dean O Holics6-8:30pm, 530-295-1833, $25, $20/memberswww.davidgirardvineyards.comDavid Girard Vineyards, Placerville
AUGUST 15BBQ on the Green5:30-8:30pm, Jodar Winery, Placervillewww.jodarwinery.com, 530-644-3474
AUGUST 28Summer Concert: Tessa Evans & Band5:30-8:30pm, 530-295-1833, $25, $20/memberswww.davidgirardvineyards.comDavid Girard Vineyards, Placerville
AUGUST 29-31Enjoy the Fruits of the LaborFood /wine pairings & wine specials5:30-8:30pm, Jodar Winery, Placervillewww.jodarwinery.com, 530-644-3474
AMADOR COUNTY
ONGOINGWine Tasting at Amador Vintage Market10am-7pm, taste the wines in a flight for $3C.G. di Arie, Four Vines & Cedarville Vineyards209-245-FOOD, www.amadorvintagemarket.com
ONGOINGSummer Music Concert Series209-245-6208, www.zin.com, Story Winery, Plymouth
Aug 8: Sarah Gautschi Aug 22: Ralph Cova
AUGUST 8-9Cool August DazeLive music & taco bar! 1 0:30am-5pmDeaver Vineyards, Plymouthwww.deavervineyard.com, 800-217-2304
AUGUST 8-9Cool August Days Party10am-5pm, 209-245-3600, ConvergenceVineyards, Plymouth, www.amadorwine.com
AUGUST 14-16Sutter Creek Ragtime Festival209-223-0867, www.suttercreekragtime.comVarious locations in Sutter Creek
AUGUST 15Happy Hour Wine Tasting Seminar1pm, 209-245-6208, www.zin.comStory Winery, Plymouth
CALAVERAS COUNTY
ONGOING WEDNESDAYS18th Annual Music in the Parks6:30-8pm, Calaveras County Art Council209-754-1774, www.calaverasarts.org, free Aug 5: Joe Craven & Sam Bevan Duo,
Turner Park, San Andreas Aug 12: Passin Thru, Rail Road Flat School Fie Aug 19: Fishtank Ensemble, Cedar Center, Arn
ONGOINGIronstone Summer Concert Series209-728-1251, www.ironstonevineyards.comIronstone Vineyards, Murphys Aug 7: Alan Jackson w/Kate & Kasey Aug 16: Diana Krall with
Dave Koz & Brian Culbertson Aug 28: Jason Mraz w/Raphael Saadiq
ONGOINGLive Music209-588-0999, Cedar Center, Arnold Aug 1: Kim Manuel & Friends Aug 8: Snail Aug 19: Fishtank Ensemble Aug 22: Over the Edge Aug 29: Groovy Judy
AUGUST 8Chatoms Cajun Dinner209-736-6500, $75, $65/memberswww.chatomvineyards.comChatom Vineyards, Douglas Flat
AUGUST 15Art & Wine Festival2-8pm, 209-588-0999, Cedar Center, Arnold
AUGUST 20Classic Car Cruise Night6-9pm, 209-728-9971, Main St., Murphys
AUGUST 22Firemans Fun Day209-736-4081, Utica Park, Angels Camp
AUGUST 27Thursdays at the Pit209-728-1251, www.ironstonevineyards.comIronstone Vineyards, Murphys
NEVADA COUNTY
FRIDAYS THROUGH SEPTEMBER 25Sunset at the PeakPilot Peak Winery, Penn Valley, 4-8pm530-432-3321, www.pilotpeak.com
ONGOINGMusic in the Mountains Summer FestNevada County Fairgrounds, Grass Valley530-265-6124, 800-2182188www.musicinthemountains.org
THURSDAYS THROUGH AUGUST 27Thursday Night Marketplace &Street Festival6-9:30pm, www.downtowngrassvalley.comDowntown Grass Valley
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AUGUST 12-19Nevada County Fair530-273-6217, www.nevadacountyfair.com10am-11pm, Nevada County Fairgrounds, Grass Valley
AUGUST 20-23Nevada City Film Festival916-548-7716, www.nevadacityfilmfestival.comVarious locations in downtown Nevada City
AUGUST 22
Project Pink Party5-10:30pm, 530-432-3321, Pilot Peak WineryPenn Valley, www.pilotpeak.com
AUGUST 23Pioneer Park Picnic Pops Concert5pm, 530-272-6228, www.nccb.org, freePioneer Park Bandshell, Nevada City
AUGUST 29Miners Picnic10:30am-4:30pm, 530-273-8522www.empiremine.org, $3, $1/kidsEmpire Mine State Historic Park, Grass Valley
SACRAMENTO VALLEY
ONGOINGMondavi Center for the Performing ArtsU.C. Davis, 866-754-ARTS, www.mondaviarts.org
ONGOINGSacramento River Train800-866-1690, www.sacramentorivertrain.com Aug 1, 22, 29: Great Train Robbery Aug 8: Murder Mystery Aug 15: Sunset Dinner w/Larry James Band
ONGOINGLive Entertainment at Red Hawk888-573-3495, www.redhawkcasino.comRed Hawk Casino, Sacramento
See website for details & complete schedule.
AUGUST 8Woodland Tomato Festival530-666-5335, www.woodlandtomatofestival.com
AUGUST 19-23Yolo County Fair530-402-2222, www.yolocountyfair.net, Woodland
AUGUST 21 SEPTEMBER 7California State Fair916-263-3247, www.bigfun.org, Cal Expo, Sacramento
SOLANO COUNTY
AUGUST 15-16Tomato Festival & West Coast BBQ Championship
707-422-0103, www.fairfielddowntown.comDowntown Fairfield
BUTTE COUNTY
ONGOING
Chico Performances
California State University, Chico
530-898-6333, www.chicoperformances.com
AUGUST 28-30
Chico Air Show
530-230-1285, www.chicoairshow.org
Chico Municipal Airport, Chico
ONGOING
2009 Concert Series
Jessies Grove Winery, Lodi, $20/adv, $25
www.jgwinery.com, 209-368-0880
Aug 1: Ron Thompson & The Great Resistors
Aug 15: Very Special Surprise Guest
Aug 29: Leah Tysse & The OGs
Oct 3: Roy Tyler & The New Directions
ONGOING THROUGH AUGUST 28
Rough Sawn, Historic Barns
of San Joaquin County
1pm, Knowlton Gallery, Lodi
209-368-5123, www.KnowltonGallery.com
AUGUST 1-2
Obon Festival
11am-9pm, 209-466-6701
www.stocktonbuddhisttemple.org
Stockton Buddhist Temple, Stockton
AUGUST 7
Fusion Friday
Borra Vineyards, Lodi, 5-7:30pm, $10
www.borravineyards.com, 209-368-2446
AUGUST 22-23Heirloom Tomato & Wine Event
12-5pm, 209-286-1595
Boitano Family Wines, Lockeford
AUGUST 25-SEPTEMBER 26
A Necessary Madness:
New Paintings by Kathleen Dunphy
209-368-5123, www.KnowltonGallery.com
Knowlton Gallery, Lodi
Show preview, dinner & art talk
AUGUST 29
Open Reception, A Necessary Madness:
New Paintings by Kathleen Dunphy, 1pm
209-368-5123, www.KnowltonGallery.com
Knowlton Gallery, Lodi
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by Diana Greenwood
If wineries were identified by tempera-
ment, Rutherford Hill would be the strong,
silent type. Founded in 1976, the winery
broke new ground in the development of
Merlot in the Napa Valley and has been going
about business ever since in a humble, confi-
dant way. Theres good reason for the confi-
dence as Rutherford Hill Winery is recognized
worldwide and critics consistently rate the
wines as top notch.
In 1996, Anthony Terlato and his sons, Bill
and John, well known for their expertise with
fine European wines, purchased the property
and immediately improved the vineyards and
the grape sources, and by the year 2000, had
built a winery within the winery. The 5,100-
square foot state-of-the art facility, functional
in time for that years harvest, created an envi-ronment in which small lot wines could be
given the time, care and consideration they
needed within the Rutherford Hill portfolio.
The familys guiding principle, Quality is a
way of life, characterizes their pursuit of excel-
lence, evident by another early decision to
reduce production by 14,000 cases. This elim-
inated inferior lots and met the demanding
new quality standard they had set.
Its no wonder then, that Rutherford Hill is
affectionately called the king of Merlot,
those lush, purple-black grapes from the
surrounding region bursting with fruit flavor,
nurtured by deep volcanic soil and afternoon
sun that lingers on the hill. Today, 75% of
production is aimed at the varietal and the
2004 Rutherford Hill Merlot Reserve comes
from the finest vineyard sources and barrellots. Dense and voluptuous on the nose, this is
a multi-layered, well-structured blend of
Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, offering
depth and balance with rich flavors of black
cherries wrapped in Belgian dark chocolate.
This wine will age gracefully over the next
decade but is luscious now and if there were
wine personality contests, the Reserve Merlot
might be voted most pleasant with food and
friends.
Gather a group and plan a visit to the
winery, located at the peak of Rutherford Hill
Road, just off Silverado Trail. Its a magical
location and the view from the oak-studded
picnic grove extends as far as the eye can see,
glorious colors in the valley the backdrop to
the wine in your glass. Picnic tables are placed
for optimum gazing; squirrels chatter, jays
chirp, and blue-belly lizards scatter in the
brush. If youre looking for a peaceful way to
spend an afternoon, this is the place, and as
the friendly staff likes to say, life looks be
from Rutherford Hill.
The tasting room is warm and intim
with soft lighting, pine-paneled w
featuring regional artists work, and a cen
tasting counter with plenty of elbowro
Sample current releases for a $15 fee
choose a tour and tasting for $20, a bargthat includes a peek in the caves.
Rutherford Hill was an innovator in N
Valley in the building of caves and emp
ment of a pallet-stacking system within th
caves. Carved deep into the cliffs behind
winery, the caves are regarded as one of
most extensive wine-aging cave systems
America. Tunnels, galleries and passagew
extending for nearly a mile, contain more t
8,000 French oak barrels year-round, ag
wine in an ideal, consistent storage envir
ment of 59F, and up to 90 percent humid
This is the place you want to be on a summ
day. Your guided tour includes a walk thro
the property and caves with a special tastin
the cellar. Expect to learn much and th
oughly enjoy yourself. Tours are schedu
daily at 11:30 a.m., 1:30 and 3:30 p.m. a
group size is limited to 20 guests.
In addition to the grand reputation
Rutherford Hill Merlot and Reserve Mer
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the winery offers an extensive
portfolio of featured wines that
includes Cabernet Sauvignon,
Chardonnay and a lovely Ros.
Dry ros wines have been surging
in popularity recently and its easy
to understand why as theyrenaturally food-friendly, crowd-
pleasing, and approachable.
Rutherford Hill 2007 Ros is light
ruby in color with delightful, not
overpowering, fruit flavors of
strawberry, raspberry and cherry
with a hint of spice. Composed of
Merlot, Cabernet Franc and
Zinfandel, this is a great summer
wine so pick up a bottle or two
for your backyard barbeques. White wine lovers will be
pleased to meet a personable
companion in Rutherford Hill
2007 Chardonnay. One of the
wines produced at Rutherford
Hill since the winerys founding,
this vintage is elegant and vibrant.
Full-bodied with crisp acidity of
citrus, vanilla bean and flinty
mineral accents, this is a friendly
but complex Chardonnay, idealfor paring with many foods or for
enjoying on its own.
Rutherford Hill makes a wide-
range of limited production
wines, including Cabernet Franc,
Petit Verdot, Sangiovese, Syrah,
and a Zinfandel Port. Many are
exclusive to the winery so youll
have to visit to experience them.
Located at 200 Rutherford Hill
Road, tasting is available daily
from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For addi-
tional information visit the web at
www.rutherfordhill.com or call
(707) 963-1871. Rutherford Hill
Winery, the strong, silent type, is
straightforward and unpreten-
tious; a place you wont want to
miss over on the quiet side of the
valley.
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Riesling is a white wine grape variety, just as Chardonnay or
Sauvignon Blanc are also grape varieties. Unfortunately, Riesling does
not enjoy the popularity of Chardonnay, but is a refreshing wine at a
great value. In my opinion, its light characteristics offer a nice change
from the trend toward heavier style wines in either red or white
especially during the summer.
A big myth about Riesling is that it is always a sweet wine. This may
have been true during the sixties when a sweet Rieslings were popular,
but it is not true today. The ubiquitous Blue Nun brand was a sweet
wine from Germany during that period and it contained some
percentage of Riesling and may have contributed to the growth of thisfalsehood. Wine drinkers today have more of a dry wine preference and
thankfully enjoy many more choices when it comes to Riesling.
Native to Germany, where it has grown extensively for centuries,
Riesling wines have a delicate fruitiness with a noticeable acidity and
pleasant spiciness. German-made versions are categorized according the
degree of sweetness, with the price generally increasing hand in hand
with the amount of sugar remaining in the wine. The residual sugar
range of categories start at a level barely detectable and go all the way to
extremely sweet. In France, it is also a popular variety in the Alsace
region, which borders Germany, and where it is always made dry.
California Rieslings offer a range of styles, from dry to sweet, and the
style is not always indicated on the label. When faced with making a
purchasing decision for a Riesling wine, be sure to ask if it is a dry or
sweet (also referred to as off-dry). In either case, the wine has aromas
of green apples, is light in body, has little to no influence of oak barrel
aging, should be served very chilled to bring out its crisp acidity,
maybe best of all, pairs wonderfully with many dishes, including sa
spicy and Asian foods. It also serves as a great warm weather w
because of its lower than normal alcohol level.
As a sweet dessert wine, Riesling is often made as a Late Harvest s
Grapes are picked in November, when they are extremely ripe
sweet, with some having reached a dried, shriveled condition fro
grape rot known as Botrytis.
Rieslings are best grown in cool areas of California, Oregon
Washington, where the grape acidity level remains relatively high r
up to harvest time. Interestingly, many of the best Rieslings I hrecently tasted are being made in the Finger Lakes region of New Y
State.
Len Napolitano lives in Sonoma County and is certified in wine by the Society of Wine Educators,
Wine & Spirits Education Trust and Chicago Wine School and continually gains knowledge from his freq
contact with California winemakers. More information is on his website, www.wineology.com.
Send your questions about wine to: [email protected] or by mail to Len Napolitano in care of
Wine Country This Week magazine. Wineology is a registered trademark of Len Napolitano.
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What is Riesling?
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by Penny Popken
If youre yearning to escape to a relaxing corner of wine countrythat exudes old world charm along with a warm welcome, set your
sights on Andretti Winery. Nestled alongside a quiet country lane inthe rustic heart of the legendary Napa Valley, Andretti Winery whisks
wine lovers back in time to a slower pace of life. Modeled after a
rambling Italian village, the winery conjures up the boyhood home ofits namesake, Mario Andretti, the finest race car driver of all time.
Complete with a sun-dappled piazza and charming fountain, towering
cypress trees, billowing blossoms and twining grapevines, Andretti
Winery offers guests a peaceful alternative to the often-bustling NValley. Once inside, visitors are treated to gracious Italian-style ho
tality as they taste a wide array of wines and view memorabilia frMario Andrettis legendary racing career.
Founded in 1996 by Mario Andretti and his longtime friend,
Antonini, Andretti Winery is dedicated to celebrating the Italifestyle, complete with fine, food-friendly wines. Using premi
grapes grown in the most acclaimed valley in California, Andr
Winery produces an array of award-winning, competitively prwines that like Mario Andretti himself are second to none.
Surrounding Andretti Winery, in the esteemed Oak Knoll regionthe Napa Valley, is a 42-acre estate vineyard, planted with Chardon
Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon. The district boasts a climate tha
cooler than the upper reaches of the Napa Valley, yet warmer than Carneros region, making it especially conducive to growing dive
varietals. Thanks to this unique climate and quick-draining so
Andretti Winerys vineyards produce small but intensely-flavograpes, just the sort of fruit that yields the very best wines. A
because the grapes are estate-grown, the resulting wines are extremgood values.
The singular goal at Andretti Winery is to craft wines that are b
fruit-forward and food-friendly, and to be thoroughly enjoyed wimeal today or tucked away in the cellar for additional complex
Andretti Winery offers a wide variety of wines at various price pothat are sure to please any wine lover. From their ultra-premi
wines, including the Montona Reserve Wines and the Napa Va
Wines, to their California wines, Andretti has a great selection of wifor everyones palate and price range. All of Andrettis wines are dist
uted to high-end restaurants and wine shops throughout the counThe Montona Reserve Wines are named for Mario Andrettis ch
hood home of Montona, Italy (renamed Motovun, Croatia, after Wo
War II). These ultra-premium Montona wines are crafted exclusivfrom estate-grown grapes and other stellar Napa Valley fruit. T
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acclaimed series includes an Estate Chardonnay, Estate Merlot andNapa Valley Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon.
Andrettis Napa Valley Series wines are crafted primarily from theNapa Series is crafted primarily from prized Napa Valley fruit. It
includes an array of popular varietals such as Pinot Grigio, Sauvignon
Blanc, Chardonnay, Sangiovese, Pinot Noir, Syrah, Merlot, CabernetSauvignon and a unique Zinfandel Primitivo blend. Like the Montona
Series, Napa Series wines are distributed to high-end restaurants and
wine shops around the country.Those who appreciate a good value will be pleased to learn that
Andretti Winery frequently offers special pricing and discounts towine club members and other wine lovers who subscribe to the
winerys e-newsletter. Visit www.andrettiwinery.com to sign up to
receive email notification of these extraordinary opportunities alongwith invitations to special events and other winery news.
Youre also invited to stop by the winery the next time youre in the
area. Though it feels far removed from the busy traffic of Highway 29,Andretti Winery is conveniently located midway between Yountville
and downtown Napa, just west of the Silverado Trail, at 4162 BigRanch Road. Visitors are welcome daily (except major holidays) from
10 a.m. to 5 p.m. A tasting of four wines is just $12 per person.
Groups of 10 or more are encouraged to make advance reservations.Guests can choose from an array of wine tasting experiences
designed to suit a wide range of interests. From a simple but satisfysampling of Andretti Winery wines in the cozy tasting room t
custom experience that includes wine and food pairing, wine blend
or a tour of the winery and vineyard, visits can be tailored to eguests schedule and desires.
If youve ever dreamed of owning a secluded Napa Valley estate
an Italian villa surrounded by vineyards, youll be delighted to knthat Andretti Winery is available for private events from corpor
dinners and meetings to family functions. You and your guests are welcome to enjoy the stunning v
complete with a warm fireplace and display kitchen as well as
lovely piazza and lawn area offering expansive views of the estate viyards.
For directions to Andretti Winery, visit www.andrettiwinery.com
call 1-877-386-5070 ext. 222.
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MONGOLIAN BRAISED SHORT RIBSServes 6
Preheat oven to 350 degrees
Six 3-inch cut beef shortribs
1 unpeeled orange, cut in to 1pieces
1 ounce ginger, cut into 1pieces 1 carrot, cut into 1pieces
1 medium onion, cut into 1pieces
1 tablespoon Sambal chili paste
1 kaffir lime leaf
1 bunch scallions, finely sliced on the diagonal
1 small can Hoisin sauce,about 12 oz.
2 cupschickenstock
4 tablespoons olive oil
Heat olive oil to medium high in an oven-proof roastingpan. Addshort ribs and
brown on all sides until golden brown.Set ribs to the side.
Addorange, ginger, carrot and onion to the roasting pan.Cook, stirring occasionally, until onion is soft.
AddSambal chili paste,kaffir lime leaf, hoisin sauce and chicken stock. Bring to a
simmer and add short ribs. Place covered roasting pan in 350 degree oven for
about 1-1/2 hours or until short ribs are verytender. Remove short ribs from pan
and keep warm. Strain braising liquid and discard solids. In a shallow bowl or
plate,mound steamed Basmati rice, place one short rib on top, add braising liquid
and sprinkle with sliced scallions.
Submitted by:Chef de Cuisine Marcos Uribe of Celado
The calendar tells us that summer is now in full swing. It is
definitely the season for ribs but, with every backyard cook laying
out sheets of ribs doused with some relatively unimaginativesauces, it is also time to become more adventurous guided,
when possible by Chef Marcus Uribe who has followed his heart
into famous kitchens of the world, starting as a boy of six.
Chef Uribe, Chef de Cuisine at Napas prestigious Celadon
restaurant has worked at several of Napas best known and most
respected eateries, adding the secrets of Asian cooking techniques
and ingredients to his beloved classic French style of preparation
and serving.
Asked to pair one of his favorite creations with a brisk red
wine by ZD Wines, Chef Uribe was quick to offer his distinctive
Mongolian Braised Short Ribs. Dont let the use of some lesser
known ingredients keep you from trying the recipe. With theexpanded spice and foreign food sections at most supermarkets,
it is relatively easy to find such things as Sambal chili paste and
Hoisin sauce and kaffir lime leaf, and the very tantalizing hint of
these unusual flavors will earn the cook high praise.
To serve this fragrant and enticing dish and the recipe will
provide ample servings for six heap a mound of cooked
basmati rice onto each plate, and top with a braised rib. Add
some of the braising liquid and sprinkle with sliced scallions. A
crunchy young green salad is a good side dish and for wine,
select a fruity, un-oaked Pinot Noir, such as the 2007 ZD Pinot
Noir as suggested by Chef Marcus. Your guests will cheer yoursuccess and originality!
Perfect Pairsby Millie Howie
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Celadon Restaurant
Pairs MongolianBraised Short Ribswith ZD Pinot Noir
500 Main Street, Suite G NapaIn the Historic Napa Mill
707-254-9690 www.celadonnapa.com
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