The unassuming exterior of Wilson Winery, Dry Creek Valley, Sonoma CountyJust outside of Healdsburg, Dry Creek Road runs like a ribbon through the heart of Sonoma County’s Dry Creek Valley.  Dotted along its length are several award-winning wineries.  Wilson Winery is perche

Recently we had guests come to visit from out of town.  Eager to show them the best of Sonoma County we suggested we go wine tasting.  They quickly agreed and we set out for one of our favorite spots to toast the beauty of Wine Country – Korbel Champagne Cellars.…

Water tower marking Martin Ray Winery, Sonoma CountyMartin Ray Winery is a small winery in the Russian River Valley.  When you see the water tower carrying their name  you know you’ve arrived. …

We had visitors this weekend and they wanted to see the (rightfully) famous Napa Valley.  So, rather than wine tasting at more local places like we usually do, we headed out to tour our neighboring county’s wine offerings.  Lots of visitors eager for some wine tasting in N

Beautiful Duckhorn Vineyard, Napa Valley, California This past weekend we headed out to explore some of the Napa Valley wineries.  We stopped in at Duckhorn Vineyards and were lucky they could squeeze us in even though we hadn’t reserved.  Tastings were $15 ($25 for the rese

The entrance to Fritz Winery.  There is nothing quite like the pairing of dark chocolate and a really good red wine.  To truly appreciate what a spectacular marriage these two can have, head over to Fritz Winery.  Built right into the side of a hill in Sonoma CountyR

The entrance to Sbragia Family Vineyards From Dutcher Crossing we headed to Sbragia Family Vineyards.  Their tasting room has a beautiful patio overlooking the vineyards.  They have a lot of different items for sale and like Dutcher Crossing it definitely has a more “upscale

Entrance to Dutcher Crossing Winery and Tasting Room Dutcher Crossing normally charges $10 for their wine tasting, but recently Ian and I happily discovered that our Visa Signature card gets that waived!  So off we went to taste their wine.  Their tasting room is bright and

Mill Creek Winery Tasting RoomMill Creek Winery Tasting Room Mill Creek Winery is on Westside Road and can be recognized by the large water wheel beside the tasting room.  They offer two tasting lists – the select is predominantly whites and costs $5, and the reserve has more re

The view from Armida WineryThe view from Armida Winery We’re wine club members at Armida Winery on West Side Road, so that means that we have the hardship of having to go out there every few months to pick up our latest selection/shipment!…