Next time you are debating about whether or not to join wine clubs, consider the amount of access you’ll receive with a wine club membership. Wine Clubs Equal Exclusive Access Having just attended the Wine Road’s Barrel Tasting weekends, I was reminded how many perks are offered to wine club members. One of my fellow […]
Barrel Tasting along the Wine Road (March 2-4 & 9-11, 2018) offers wine lovers the opportunity to buy wine futures. Why bother to buy wine futures? So glad you asked. Background of Barrel Tasting & Wine Futures The Wine Road’s first Barrel Tasting was 41 years ago! Offering wine futures might not have been the […]
Ever wish the Wine Road could be mobile and come to you? Well, maybe in 2018 it will. Every year a number of Wine Road wineries attend various tastings and festivals through the United States. Granted, most are along the West Coast, but not all of them. Over the next six months you’ll have at […]
Valentine’s week along the Wine Road offers both savory and sweet deals, some for them are available the entire month of February. The Yin & Yang of Wine & Food Pairings When cruising through the list of possibilities during the Valentine’s week and weekends, foodies will score along the Wine Road. Let’s start with a […]
Chocolate isn’t the only delectable treat offered this Valentine’s Day. Wine Road members have plenty of sweet deals, some for the entire month of February. Dinner with Your Sweetheart Booking a Valentine’s dinner reservation isn’t always an easy decision, but I can help you find just the right dining experience along the Wine Road. Fog […]
Even though Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon, or Pinot Noir might be your favorite go-to wines, do you ever explore some of the lesser-known varietals? Trying new wines can be fun, exciting, and palate expanding. When I recently paired Mounts Grenache with juicy pork tenderloin rubbed with a spice blend, or deLorimier Malbec with skirt steak and […]
Lodging Members’ Favorites Here are five questions about things these innkeepers / concierge like to do when they aren’t assisting you or preparing for your visit to Sonoma County. Tegan Wilson – Hotel Healdsburg – chief concierge Jenny Lamarre – Fern Grove Cottages – owner/innkeeper Brian Siewert – Sonoma Orchid Inn – owner/innkeeper Kathleen Young […]
How does the Wine Road pay it forward? The Wine Road is more than an association of wineries and lodgings. It is also a socially minded organization that throughout the year gives back to the community. Annual Cash Donations Each year the Wine Road gives $1 from every ticket sold to the Redwood Empire Food […]
The January blues can be averted with a journey to Winter WINEland, the ultimate winter wine break. Winter Wine Break The Wine Road’s Winter WINEland is held January 13-14, 2018, which is also a three-day weekend. Take Friday off and spend a long weekend in northern Sonoma County for the perfect winter escape. The theme […]
Looking for a thoughtful gift for a special someone or even yourself? The Wine Road members listed here have a wide range of holiday only offers, including beautiful gift sets, great shipping rates, and exclusive lodging deals. Shop online or call for personalized assistance with your order. GIFT SETS *includes special shipping offer Portalupi […]