A big shout out to the Wine Road as the organization celebrates 50 years of supporting and promoting the wineries and lodgings in northern Sonoma County’s fabled Alexander, Dry Creek, and Russian River valleys. What is Wine Road? Think of the Wine Road as three entities: a member-based and supported organization, a region, and […]
Looking for once-in-a-lifetime Wine Country experiences? How does someone find these incredible experiences? Read on. To kick-off the Wine Road’s 50th anniversary, the member wineries are offering 15 online auction lots that are exactly what you’re looking for — relaxing, once-in-a-lifetime Wine Country experiences along the Wine Road. Winning bidders can enjoy a stay in […]
Do you ever dream of being a part of the wine industry? Have you ever wondered if the person pouring wine for you ever did anything else? Might it be possible that the winery owner or winemaker had a totally different career before they began working at a winery? Some folks are born into a […]
BARREL Weekend March 1-2, 2025 11:00 am – 4:00 pm each day Join us as we celebrate our 47th Annual Barrel Weekend wine event! This year, wineries will showcase wines from the Past, Present, and Future! Barrel Weekend is not a food pairing or themed event. It’s all about the WINE… exploring how […]
If beauty feeds your soul, the valleys along the Wine Road — Alexander, Dry Creek and Russian River — offer up a feast. Vineyards by themselves are lovely. When you add in the magnificent surroundings of the undulating landscape, terraced hillsides, majestic redwoods, mighty oaks, mountain ranges, rivers and creeks, the landscape along the Wine […]
The pop of the cork, the rise of tiny bubbles and the gentle whoosh of foam in the glass—nothing makes an occasion more festive than Sparkling Wine. But Sparkling wines are not just for holidays and celebrations, they make a fine choice for everyday meals, and pair exceptionally well with a variety of foods. From […]
Pinot Noir is light bodied with moderate to high acidity and alcohol levels between 12-15% that makes it eminently pair worthy with a wide range of foods. A cool climate grape, Pinot Noir can be finicky and difficult to grow, but it is also expressive and reflective of the place where it’s grown. Here in […]
In this episode, Rob Barney, owner of Stressed Vines, shares his unique adventure in the wine industry and his collaboration with winemaker Erica. Highlighting the diverse range of wines they offer, including Pinot Noir, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Chardonnay, as well as future releases, Rob emphasizes the importance of small wineries and the personalized experiences they […]
In Episode 214, guest Jack Florence delves into the inspiration behind his new book “Dare to Dream” and his role in founding Rockpile in the Valley. He offers insights into his son’s award-winning wines, Petite Sirah and Zinfandel from Rockpile, thus illuminating the significance of growers in the wine industry. Florence also uncovers the historical […]
If Missy Elliot liked Cabernet Franc, maybe the lyrics to “Get Ur Freak On!” would have been “Get Ur Franc On!” But even without a starring role in a song, Cabernet Franc is having a moment, an ongoing moment that is. And it’s no surprise. Cabernet Franc is a great food friendly wine with medium […]