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Sonoma 

The first wine grapes were planted in Sonoma County California in 1812 by Spanish Missionaries near what is now the city of Sonoma. Located just north of San Francisco and immediately west of Napa Valley, Sonoma County is currently one of the largest wine producing zones in all of California. Because it borders the Pacific Ocean to its west the climate of Sonoma County varies significantly in each sub-region. Full bodied reds such as Cabernet Sauvignon and Zinfandel thrive in the eastern AVA's of Dry Creek Valley, Alexander Valley, and Knights Valley.  Meanwhile high quality Chardonnay and Pinot Noir are being produced in droves in the Russian River Valley, Green Valley, and Fort Ross-Seaview AVA's. The diversity in microclimates here allow for a wonderful diversity in wine styles, making Sonoma one of the best places in California to visit for those looking to try a wide variety of wines without needing to travel a large geographical distance. 

RD Winery

September 14, 2023

A strikingly muscular and energetic assemblage of dark plum, chocolate covered strawberry, blueberry preserves, and boysenberry pie…

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In Wine, Sonoma Tags RD Winery, Syrah
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Martinelli Winery

September 14, 2023

Generous and expansive yet highly electric bursts of poached apple, lemon curd, ripe pineapple, and peach cobbler..

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In Wine, Sonoma Tags Martinelli, Chardonnay
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Martinelli Winery

September 14, 2023

A thrillingly rich yet lively procession of wild huckleberry, sweet strawberry, boysenberry preserves, and black liquorice…

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In Wine, Sonoma Tags Martinelli, Zinfandel
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Theorem Vineyards

September 14, 2023

An irresistibly zesty and energetic fruit core bursting with squeezed lemon, tart kiwi, juicy grapefruit, and green apple…

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In Sonoma, Wine Tags Theorem Vineyards, Sauvignon Blanc
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Ernest Vineyards

September 14, 2023

Strikingly bright and nervy waves of shaved lemon peel, green mango, peach pit, and grapefruit zest…

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In Wine, Sonoma Tags Ernest vineyards, chardonnay
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Sangiacomo Family Wines

June 6, 2023

Deliciously expressive and outgoing bursts of boysenberry preserves, lush dark cherry, rhubarb pie, and pomegranate…

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In Wine, Sonoma Tags Pinot Noir, Sangiacomo Family Wines
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Ehret Family Winery

April 26, 2023

A monumentally rich and opulent display laden with silky crème de cassis, blackberry preserves, blueberry reduction, and chocolate covered açaí…

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In Wine, Sonoma Tags Ehret Family Wines, Cabernet Sauvignon
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Nalle Winery

January 20, 2023


Irresistibly spicy and spunky bursts of wild cherry, juicy blackberry, tart blueberry, and goji berry…

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In Wine, Sonoma Tags Nalle Winery, Red Blend
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Emeritus Vineyards

October 13, 2022


Immaculately fresh and vibrant beams of juicy strawberry, ruby grapefruit, tart raspberry, plump red cherry, and pink lemonade…

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In Wine, Sonoma Tags Emeritus Vineyards, Rose
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Nalle Winery

October 5, 2022


Wild raspberry, cracked black pepper, dried cranberry. Spicy mulberry, young cedar, barely-ripe strawberry…

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In Wine, Sonoma Tags Nalle Winery, Zinfandel
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Ehret Family Winery

September 19, 2022


Silky crème de cassis, cool menthol, blackberry preserves. Açaí puree, French vanilla, chocolate lava cake…

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In Wine, Sonoma Tags Ehret Family Wines, Cabernet Sauvignon
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Ramey Wine Cellars

September 19, 2022


Wild huckleberry, green olive, tart black currant. Sour dark cherry, black tea, plum pit…

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In Wine, Sonoma Tags Ramey Wine Cellars, Syrah
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Cuvaison

September 2, 2022

Brilliantly tart and zippy bursts of green apple, lemon-lime, grapefruit, and white nectarine…

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In Wine, Sonoma Tags Cuvaison, Sauvignon Blanc
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Ehret Family Winery

August 26, 2022


Strikingly rich yet electric explosions of guava, squeezed lime, ripe pineapple, passion fruit, and gooseberry…

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In Wine, Sonoma Tags Ehret Family Wines, Sauvignon Blanc
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Domaine de la Rivière

July 11, 2022

Cherry cola, new leather, boysenberry preserves. Ripe blueberry, Chinese five spice, cranberry compote…

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In Wine, Sonoma Tags Domaine de la Rivière, Pinot Noir
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Stringer Cellars

July 11, 2022

Sweet strawberry, white pepper, fresh-picked boysenberry. Candied red cherry, tree bark, juicy purple plum…

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In Wine, Sonoma Tags Grenache, Stringer Cellars
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Joseph Jewell

April 6, 2022

Cherry cola, spring forest floor, strawberry compote. Ripe blueberry, coriander seed, candied orange peel…

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In Wine, Sonoma Tags Joseph Jewell Wines, Pinot Noir
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Moran Manor

April 1, 2022

Rich dark cherry, cigar paper, silky dark plum. Black currant preserves, crushed clove, anise liqueur…

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In Wine, Sonoma Tags Moran Manor Vineyards, Cabernet Sauvignon
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Bruliam Wines

February 6, 2022

Ethereal Bing cherry, forest floor, juicy strawberry. Crunchy boysenberry, trimmed lavender, sweet Santa Rosa plum…

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In Wine, Sonoma Tags Bruliam Wines, Pinot Noir
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Emeritus Vineyards

February 6, 2022

Crunchy dark cherry, fallen pine cone, fresh pomegranate. Wild blackberry, ground cinnamon, orange zest…

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In Wine, Sonoma Tags Emeritus, Pinot Noir
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