All posts by Rebecca Germolus

Rebecca Germolus, co-owner of Maximum Value Marketing, loves Sonoma County and playing along the Wine Road. Rebecca daily immerses herself in wine country by providing cost-effective marketing and writing solutions to wineries and restaurants.

sign with flames that reads Zinfandel BBQ

Summer Pairs with Zinfandel and BBQ

Nothing says summer better than an evening on the patio with friends, grilling up some BBQ ribs, brisket, or chicken and sipping a glass or two of Zinfandel. Options Where You Don’t Do the Cooking The Zinfandel and BBQ combo...

/ June 27, 2017
Vineyard with redwood trees behind

Endless Summer Fun

Whether you’re spending a day, a week, or a month in Sonoma County, there are endless summer fun activities along the Wine Road. Sip, sounds, hike, bike, get wet, and more. Sip Some Wine Wine tasting is always a go-to...

/ June 13, 2017
Bride and groom at the top of a vineyard

A Wine Country Wedding

Many couples dream of a Wine Country wedding, and with good reason. This is one of the most beautiful places on earth, and offers so many perfect wedding venues. Let’s explore some of the resources available for the couple planning...

/ May 30, 2017
small bottles of sample wines for blending trials

Winemakers’ Favorites

When you visit the Wine Road, do you ever wonder what are some of the winemakers’ favorite haunts? Where do they like to eat, listen to music, watch the sunset, or take out of town guests? You’re about to find...

/ May 16, 2017
Happy Mother's Day

Mother’s Day Wine Road Style

Looking for something special to share with Mom? Check out Mother’s Day Wine Road style. Here are some options available for the weekend, along with a few gift ideas. Events Saturday, May 13th deLorimier Winery is offering a four-course food...

/ May 3, 2017
Image of the Raford Inn in Sonoma County's Wine Country

Wine Road Concierge Service and Tools

Planning a wine-tasting trip to Sonoma County can seem daunting if you aren’t familiar with the area, wineries and lodgings, but it doesn’t need to be. The Wine Road offers a complimentary concierge service, plus many planning tools and information...

/ April 18, 2017
Check out Wine Road's Magical Mystery Tours

Magical Mystery Tours — Wine Road Style

The Wine Road offered Magical Mystery Tours in 2016 as part of their 40th anniversary celebration. Demand for the tours was so great and the feedback excellent, so the Magical Mystery Tours have returned, and with a few changes. Three...

/ April 4, 2017
Bridge over the Russian River

Exploring Guerneville

I’ve driven through Guerneville for decades, and every time I stop and explore I’m so glad I did. This charming wine country hamlet offers bubbly, wine, outdoor recreation, great food, and a range of lodging options. Bubbles, Wine, Gardens, History...

/ March 21, 2017
Mustard blossoms along the Wine Road

Signs of Spring—Mustard and Bud Break

Each year we get to experience a cheerful sign of spring as mustard covers the vineyards with happy yellow flowers. Then, as the mustard blossoms fade we see signs of bud break on the vines. Mustard Ever wonder why there...

/ March 7, 2017
Barrel Tasting time along the Wine Road

Time to Buy Wine Futures

Barrel Tasting is the perfect time to buy wine futures along the Wine Road. Are you ready? If you want to make the most out of barrel tasting, have a game plan of where you want to go, how and...

/ February 21, 2017