Is Syrah the Red Wine Supernova? Very possibly, yes! Yet for many years Syrah, a medium bodied to full-bodied dry red Rhône varietal, was ignored by consumers and it struggled to find a place at the table. Today, winemakers embrace the inherent wild nature of the grape and coax it to its full natural expression […]
Redsicover the charming town of Sebastopol with us! Enjoy a hot cuppa from Retrograde Coffee and Sunshine or delve into the world of tea at Many Rivers. We also share some of our favorite dining delights such as The Redwood and Pilar for authentic Georgian cuisine. Secondly, we provide an in-depth look into the thriving […]
Did you know the Wine Road has an informative weekly web post called WineStopper? It’s on the Wine Road’s website home page, under “This Week’s Visit, Stay, Sip.” What’s This All About? With so many wineries, lodgings and wines along the Wine Road, the WineStopper program highlights a different winery, lodging and wine every […]
We are so excited to be joined by our Sponsor, Ron Rubin, owner of River Road Family Vineyards and Winery! He candidly shares his enduring passion for wine, his aspirations of owning a vineyard, and his dedication towards sustainability and community engagement. Ron discusses various initiatives he undertook, such as the Train for Saving Lives […]
In this episode, Leo Hansen of Leo Steen Wines delves into the exciting release of their new sparkling Chenin Blanc, cultivated from a vineyard with a history dating back to 1979, located by the Sacramento River. This family-focused wine offers a unique taste, thanks to the sandy, well-drained soils and shaded grape cultivation, leading to […]
When you visit a winery, do you ever wonder what the owner, winemaker or staff did before they worked here? Or maybe you think, would I be able to work at a winery someday? You might be surprised by how many people working at wineries previously had non-wine industry jobs. In parts one and two […]
Zinfandel is know as the All American grape and has been grown in California since the 1800’s. Yet the grapes true roots are in Croatia where it’s known as Tribidrag. In Italy Zinfandel is called Primitivo. Although the majority of California producers label their wine as Zinfandel, you may see a few Tribidrag’s and Primitivo’s […]
Warm weather beckons us outside for grilling, picnics and sunset dinners. And, we’re always looking for the best wine pairings to accompany these al fresco meals. Here are some of the best summer pairings with delicious wines found along the Wine Road. Pairings with Salads Rosé The combination of Greek watermelon salad and a […]
Sauvignon Blanc is well known for it’s spiky, lively acidity. Flavors range from lean, green and grassy, to creamy notes of passion fruit and fleshy peach depending on climate and how the wine is aged be it in stainless steel or oak. When it comes to food pairing—Sauvignon Blanc is the ultimate flex, versatile and […]
When visiting Sonoma County’s Wine Country, a room with a view might be on your must have list. Here are a few options to consider if you’re longing to sit back and gaze at nature while sipping a glass of wine. Healdsburg Perched on a hilltop just minutes from downtown Healdsburg, Bella Villa Messina […]