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Event Holiday Open House Season Along the Wine Road

Celebrate the holidays at your favorite wineries during the annual Holiday Open House season along the Wine Road. The day after Thanksgiving kicks off a series of festive and fun open house events throughout the Wine Road. The list is too long to share all of them, but below are some highlights. If you are […]

Rebecca Germolus / Nov 9, 2016
The season of sharing lasted all year along the Wine Road
Philanthropy Season of Sharing

The season of sharing lasted all year long for the Wine Road. Historically, the Wine Road gives back to the community every year through donations to local charities, which includes $1 from every event ticket sold. During 2016, their 40th anniversary year, the Wine Road wanted to not only raise funds for local charities, but […]

Rebecca Germolus / Dec 27, 2016
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Itineraries Wine Road Podcast: Listen, Laugh, Learn

If you enjoy podcasts, be sure to check out the Wine Road podcast, where you can listen, laugh and learn all kinds of tidbits about the area—it isn’t just about wine. If you’re planning to visit Wine Country, be sure to put these podcasts on your “must listen” list before mapping out your trip. In […]

Rebecca Germolus / Jan 10, 2017
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Lodgings Romance Along the Wine Road

Valentine’s Day is fast approaching, so now is the time to plan some romance along the Wine Road. With so many wonderful opportunities awaiting you, you might make it a weekend stay. With just a few inquires, I found that from February 10 through 19, wineries and lodgings along the Wine Road are offering some […]

Rebecca Germolus / Jan 25, 2017
Barrel Tasting 2017 - 40th Anniversary
Wine Tasting Tips 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 day When I talk about how much we enjoy the Barrel Tasting weekends, I’ve gotten […]

Rebecca Germolus / Feb 7, 2017
Mustard blossoms along the Wine Road
Vineyards 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 are row after row, vineyard after vineyard of flowering mustard plants? Mustard is one of […]

Rebecca Germolus / Mar 7, 2017
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Itineraries 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 & More Korbel Champagne Cellars, just east of Guerneville, was our first stop on a […]

Rebecca Germolus / Mar 21, 2017
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Itineraries 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 on their website. Check out the options offered by the Wine Road: Concierge Service Several […]

Rebecca Germolus / Apr 18, 2017
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Wineries 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 out about five favorites from five local winemakers. Before they share their favorites, here is […]

Rebecca Germolus / May 16, 2017
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Itineraries 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 activity any time of year, and now with the Wine Road Tasting Pass, it is […]

Rebecca Germolus / Jun 14, 2017