The green view from a balcony with a chair and table. Through the deck railing is green grass, scrubs and a few trees, and then vineyards.
Lodgings A Room with a View

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 […]

Rebecca Germolus / Jun 22, 2024
Find Your Perfect Day Perfect Day – Harry H Wetzel, IV

Harry Wetzel, IV is Head of Operations and Family Partner with Alexander Valley Vineyards. These are his favourite spots for A Perfect Day Out with the Family. First thing, we go to Parish Café in Healdsburg for breakfast and get the Houma Hash (the kids will inevitably get the Pan Perdue and Beignets).    After […]

Marcy Gordon / Mar 21, 2020
Itineraries Recommend Visiting Geyserville

When cruising along the Wine Road, I highly recommend visiting Geyserville. This cozy little hamlet offers so much in just a few blocks. Let’s Start with Wine Tasting Within the city limits, you’ll find several tasting rooms, including Locals, a 10-winery collective tasting room featuring over 70 wines from these small local producers. Locals offers […]

Rebecca Germolus / Sep 20, 2017
small bottles of sample wines for blending trials
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
Guest Bloggers Reflections Beyond the Road – Fred Peterson

  Volunteer Firefighter — another facet of Fred Peterson   Fred Peterson, owner of Peterson Winery and long-time local vineyard manager and grapegrower, shares some stories from his time as a volunteer firefighter / engineer. Fred’s stories are graphic, so please be prepared for a dose of reality not often found in the fun-filled world […]

Beth Costa / Jan 31, 2017
A spring picnic along the Wine Road.
Event Tasting Fees Simplified & the Academy of Cabernet

So much is happening along the Wine Road this month. First, check out how to simplify tasting fees when visiting the Wine Road wineries, and then read about an exciting Academy of Cabernet tasting in Alexander Valley. Ticket to Wine Road: Only One Tasting Fee Tasting fees vary from winery to winery, as do the […]

Rebecca Germolus / Feb 9, 2016