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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. 

Chiron Wines

December 6, 2018
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Ripe black currant, spearmint leaf, blackberry reduction. Cherry liqueur, shaved graphite, blueberry crisp…

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Ketcham Estate Winery

November 20, 2018
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Bright cherry, holiday spice, cranberry concentrate. Candied rhubarb, fragrant potpourri, slightly underripe blueberry…

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Optima Winery

November 15, 2018
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Dusty blackberry, parched earth, dark plum skin. Dehydrated blueberry, soy sauce, dried cranberry…

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Hook & Ladder Winery

November 11, 2018
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Bruised strawberry, dry leaves, cherry cola. Rhubarb compote, baking spice, pomegranate juice…

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Seghesio Family Vineyards

October 23, 2018
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Wild blackberry, pepper shaker, bruised strawberry. Dried cranberry, parched earth, dark cherry…

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Oak Tree Winery

October 8, 2018
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Dark cherry, pencil lead, deep blackberry. Damson plum, red plumeria, pomegranate liqueur…

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Dutton Estate Winery

October 3, 2018
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White nectarine, mint leaf, grapefruit juice. Honeyed lemon, tall green grass, sliced pineapple…

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Attune Wines

September 28, 2018
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Spiced cranberry, chai tea, dark cherry. Black raspberry, jasmine bush, sarsaparilla…

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Ketcham Estate Wine

September 26, 2018
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Pink cotton candy, cherry snow cone, watermelon jolly rancher. Strawberries and cream, peach blossom, red delicious apple…

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Sosie Wines

September 26, 2018
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Gravenstein apple skin, salt water taffy, dried lemon peel. Dehydrated pineapple, yellow straw, plantain chips…

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Gehricke Wines

September 7, 2018
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Raspberry preserve, pepper shaker, bruised strawberry. Blueberry muffin, manzanita bark, red apple skin...

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Seghesio Family Vineyards

August 26, 2018
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Dehydrated blueberry, Spanish jasmine, black fig. Dense blackberry, wilted violet, salted plum...

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Dutton Estate Winery

August 15, 2018
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Golden apple slices, wild jasmine, bartlett pear. Ripe cantaloupe, tall dry grass, lemon curd...

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Kistler Vineyards

August 13, 2018
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Baked apple, peach pit, honeysuckle. Lemon cake, whipped dairy, a touch of fennel...

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Seghesio Family Vineyards

August 7, 2018
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Crushed blackberry, thorny brush, raspberry. Wild blueberry, dried basil, black currant...

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Deerfield Ranch Winery

July 15, 2018
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Lemon custard, roasted almond, baked cinnamon apple. Juicy mango slices, garden herbs, grilled pineapple...

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Faillia Wines

July 13, 2018
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Wild blackberry, anise, whole peppercorn. Fresh picked raspberry, tart blueberry, clove...

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