Tag: touring

Summer vineyard vista along Sonoma County's Wine Road

Best Trip Planning Resources

Scouring the internet for the best trip planning resources can be time-consuming and not always productive. Sonoma County offers so many wonderful options for visitor and locals alike, and we are fortunate to have a lot of superb online tools...

/ June 4, 2019
A group of people waling down a country path surrounding by meadows and trees.

Get Outside – Experience Sonoma County Along the Wine Road

Along the Wine Road we are excited to get back outside and in the vineyards. We love to get our boots dirty and fill our lungs with fresh air. Here are some of the ways you can get in the...

/ May 3, 2018
mug with writing that reads "I mad waves on the Wine Road podcast!"

Beyond the Road-The Wine, When and Where.

An entertaining yet informative Podcast brought to you by the Wine Road. By now you’ve probably heard that the Wine Road has its very own podcast. It’s a fast, fun-filled 20 minutes or so of all the great things along...

/ July 5, 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
Barrels and tanks at a cider facility

Check out our Neighbors – Something a little different than wine

Get on Board the Craft Beverage Barrel Bus Kick-off the second weekend of barrel tasting early a little differently ~ cider, beer & sprits oh my! On Thursday, March 9th get on board the Barrel Bus with Sonoma Cider, Bear...

/ March 8, 2017
Barrel Tasting 2017 - 40th Anniversary

Barrel Tasting’s 40th Anniversary

Every year we look forward to Barrel Tasting along the Wine Road, and this year is extra special because it’s Barrel Tasting’s 40th anniversary. BARREL TASTING – TWO WEEKENDS March 3-5 & March 10-12, 2017 11:00 am – 4:00 pm each...

/ February 7, 2017
Fall vineyard against the foggy coastal hillside

Autumn in Wine Country

Autumn in Wine Country is pure perfection. The weather is ideal for wine tasting, exploring or just hanging out—warm sunny afternoons, cool evenings and crisp mornings. Plus, the fall color palette decorates the countryside. If you are looking to slow...

/ October 11, 2016
One of the Wine Road's Treasures, the Dry Creek Inn

Happening Along the Wine Road

So much is happening along the Wine Road, I’m going to give a quick recap of upcoming activities. Treasure Hunt We’re in the final days of an amazing treasure hunt that concludes on August 31st, and there is a pot...

/ August 29, 2016
Wine Road Turns 40 in 2016

The Wine Road Turns 40!

In early 1976, 11 wineries, one restaurant and a lodging joined forces and formed what we now call Wine Road Northern Sonoma County. In the ensuing four decades, the Wine Road has altered its name a couple of times, changed...

/ December 8, 2015
Event Weekend Wine Road sign

How’d I Miss That Winery Event?

Few things are as disappointing as hearing about a great event you didn’t attend because you didn’t even know about it. In the past month, I’ve attended several winery events, plus a couple tastings where dozens of wineries poured terrific...

/ August 24, 2015