Over the past 30+ years, Rick Hutchinson has transformed the fine grapes of Sonoma County into world-class wines. The art of winemaking and the passion of hands molding clay come together at Amphora, where Rick handcrafts rare and classic varietals in terracotta amphorae to evoke an added dimension of terroir.
Open every day. Reservations suggested, but not required. Tasting Fee of $25 per person. Our Wine Club members enjoy complementary tasting.
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WINE TYPES: Aglianico, Barbera, Big Red, Blended Red Wines, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Carignane, Dolcetto, Grenache, Malbec, Merlot, Mourvedre, Nebbiolo, Petit Verdot, Petite Sirah, Port, Rhone Style Blends, Rhone Style Red Blend, Rose, Sagrantino, Sangiovese, Sparkling Wine, Syrah, Tempranillo, Vermentino, Zinfandel
AMENITIES: Picnic Facilities, Tasting Fee, Walk-Ins welcome, Wines Also Sold By The Glass, Wireless Internet
REGION: Dry Creek Valley
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800+ delicious cases annually, focusing on Italian Varietals: SPARKLING ROSÉ, Ribolla Gialla, Rosé of Sangiovese, Sangiovese, Barbera, Montepulciano, Aglianico, Alexander Valley & Coombsville Cabernet Sauvignon’s, and Cabernet Franc.
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OPEN:
FRIDAY – TUESDAY 12-6pm
(by appt on Wednesday / Thursday)
Call 707-529-5459 to make your appt today.
$20.00 tasting fee waived with wine purchase.
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WALK-INS WELCOME
WINE TYPES: Aglianico, Barbera, Big Red, Blended Red Wines, Bordeaux Style Blends, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Late Harvest Wines, Merlot, Montepulciano, Petit Verdot, Petite Sirah, Pinot Noir, Rose, Sagrantino, Sangiovese, Sparkling Wine, Vermentino
AMENITIES: Air Conditioning, Evening Wine Tasting, Gift Shop, Group Tours by Appointment, Handicap Accessible, Pets Allowed, Restaurant/Food Available, Special Events Facilities, Tasting Fee, Tasting Fee Refundable with Purchase, Walk-Ins welcome, Wedding Facilities, Wines Also Sold By The Glass, Wireless Internet
REGION: Russian River Valley
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Experience wine tasting the way it used to be, in a casual setting. Oftentimes, you’ll also be able to taste straight from the barrels! We specialize in unique red wines, masterfully blended for complexity and balance. Right alongside our barrels, our 7-channel surround sound audio/video system and big screen projector will showcase current music and other timely happenings.
Open Thursday through Monday 11-3, by appointment. Tasting is complimentary for members or waived with purchase
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WINE TYPES: Aglianico, Blended Red Wines, Bordeaux Style Blends, Cabernet Sauvignon, Carignane, Chardonnay, Gewürztraminer, Grenache, Late Harvest Wines, Merlot, Nebbiolo, Petit Verdot, Petite Sirah, Pinot Noir, Red Field Blend, Rhone Style Blends, Rhone Style Red Blend, Rose, Sagrantino, Sangiovese, Sauvignon Blanc, Sparkling Wine, Viognier, White Field Blend, Zinfandel
AMENITIES: Air Conditioning, Charging station, Family Friendly, Group Tours by Appointment, Handicap Accessible, Insider Perks Program, Picnic Facilities, Reservations required, Tasting Fee Refundable with Purchase, Winery/Vineyard Tours by Appointment, Wines Also Sold By The Glass, Wireless Internet
REGION: Dry Creek Valley
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De La Montanya is a family-owned, boutique winery in Sonoma County.
WINE TYPES: Bordeaux Style Blends, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Fumé Blanc, Gewürztraminer, Malbec, Merlot, Muscat, Petit Verdot, Pinot Noir, Primitivo, Rose, Sauvignon Blanc, Sparkling Wine, Syrah, Tempranillo, Viognier, White Field Blend, Zinfandel
AMENITIES: Tasting Fee Refundable with Purchase
REGION: Russian River Valley
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Gonzague and Claire Lurton have managed independently their own properties during 20 years in Bordeaux. They decided to have a joint challenge “elsewhere” that is to say outside Bordeaux. They found their gem in the heart of Chalk Hill and named it Trinite Estate.
This beautiful vineyard made of hills, is located 750 feet above sea level. The soil is loamy and clayey and it recovers a subsoil of rocks of volcanic origin. The main grape varieties of Bordeaux are the cabernet sauvignon, cabernet
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WINE TYPES: Bordeaux Style Blends, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Malbec, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Rose, Sauvignon Blanc
AMENITIES: Air Conditioning, Cave, Evening Wine Tasting, Group Tours by Appointment, Handicap Accessible, Open by Appointment Only, Pets Allowed, Tasting Fee Refundable with Purchase, Walk-Ins welcome, Winery/Vineyard Tours, Winery/Vineyard Tours by Appointment, Wines Also Sold By The Glass, Wireless Internet
REGION: Russian River Valley
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Open Daily 10am – 5pm
Native New Englanders Peter and Diana Merriam first envisioned a French-style winery in the United States during their honeymoon in France, where they were struck by the rich culture of food and wine and the seamless quality between life and work among French vignerons. After more than a five-year search for the perfect vineyard with pedigree, they purchased Windacre in 2000 and began blending French-style wines on the warmest edge of the Russian River Valley.
Since acquiring Windacre in 2000, Peter Merriam has taken the first step in creating blends with true vineyard character by complementing the original merlot vines with cabernet franc, petit verdot, and cabernet sauvignon. In other words, the true blending of Merriam Estate wine begins in the estate Windacre Vineyard.
In 2008 Merriam Vineyards proudly introduced their winery and tasting room, where visitors are invited to cross cultures as they taste California-crafted Bordeaux-style wines in a tasting room designed to reflect the comfort and warmth of a New England-style home. We invite you to enjoy a picnic on our beautiful patio overlooking the vineyards.
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WINE TYPES: Bordeaux Style Blends, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Fumé Blanc, Late Harvest Wines, Malbec, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Pinot Noir, Rose, Sauvignon Blanc, Sparkling Wine
AMENITIES: Gift Shop, Group Tours by Appointment, Handicap Accessible, Pets Allowed, Picnic Facilities, Special Events Facilities, Tasting Fee Refundable with Purchase, Wedding Facilities, Winery/Vineyard Tours, Winery/Vineyard Tours by Appointment, Wines Also Sold By The Glass, Wireless Internet
REGION: Russian River Valley
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Great wine has to be about place, which is achieved only if the bottled wine reflects where the grapes were grown. At Peterson Winery we practice the philosophy of Zero Manipulation. Our definition of Zero Manipulation is using the most gentle winemaking techniques possible to maximize flavors, aromatics and the original essence of the wine. The less you do in the course of a wine’s tenure in the cellar, the more of that essence you’ll have to bottle. My goal is that every vintage captures that sense of place.
Fred Peterson
Tasting Room
Our small, intimate tasting room is open exclusively by appointment from 10am-3pm, 7 days a week. Tasting is $10 per person, refundable with wine purchase. Wine Club members receive complimentary tasting for themselves and up to five of their guests with them.
Large Groups & Tours
Due to current restrictions, large groups of more than cannot be accommodated together all at one time. For parties of 7-10 people, we will have to have you break into smaller groups. Tasting consists of five current release wines which can be tailored to preference. For more information or to schedule a visit please call 707-431-7568 or send an email to tastings@petersonwinery.com.
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WINE TYPES: Barbera, Blended Red Wines, Bordeaux Style Blends, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Carignane, Chardonnay, Grenache, Late Harvest Wines, Malbec, Merlot, Muscat, Petit Verdot, Petite Sirah, Primitivo, Rhone Style Red Blend, Rose, Sangiovese, Syrah, Verdelho, White Field Blend, Zinfandel
AMENITIES: Air Conditioning, Bocce Ball, Group Tours by Appointment, Open by Appointment Only, Pets Allowed, Picnic Facilities, Tasting Fee, Tasting Fee Refundable with Purchase, Winery/Vineyard Tours by Appointment, Wireless Internet
REGION: Dry Creek Valley
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Robert Young’s success is built on generosity and connecting with people, whether that be family, friends, employees, colleagues, or guests visiting the ranch. Fred Young and his siblings founded Robert Young Winery in 1997 to continue the family tradition of excellence and hospitality. Today, visitors to our Geyserville winery in Alexander Valley are welcomed as members of the extended family and invited to experience the beauty of the vineyard ranch and the wines inspired by Robert Young.
WINE TYPES: Big Red, Blended Red Wines, Bordeaux Style Blends, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Rose, Sauvignon Blanc, Viognier
AMENITIES: Air Conditioning, Cave, Evening Wine Tasting, Group Tours by Appointment, Handicap Accessible, Pets Allowed, Restaurant/Food Available, Special Events Facilities, Tasting Fee Refundable with Purchase, Wedding Facilities, Winery/Vineyard Tours, Winery/Vineyard Tours by Appointment, Wines Also Sold By The Glass, Wireless Internet
REGION: Alexander Valley
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Nestled in Sonoma County’s scenic Alexander Valley, Soda Rock Winery offers visitors the opportunity to enjoy an eclectic mix of wine-country experiences. Sip a delicious array of wines with a focus on Bordeaux varietals. View the splendid surroundings and appreciate the historical buildings that have been beautifully restored using green building and recycling practices.
Owners Ken and Diane Wilson’s vineyards are renowned for producing award-winning wines, and it is from these vineyards that
WINE TYPES: Bordeaux Style Blends, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Malbec, Merlot, Petit Verdot, Rose, Sauvignon Blanc, Viognier, Zinfandel
AMENITIES: Gift Shop, Handicap Accessible, Pets Allowed, Picnic Facilities, Tasting Fee Refundable with Purchase, Wedding Facilities
REGION: Alexander Valley
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Sunce, established in 1991, is located just off of River Road on Olivet Road in the heart of the Russian River Valley. A small untra-premuim winery producing small lots of rare varietals, vineyard designates and classic blends. Quality is preferred over quantity; each release is limited, sometimes to 200 cases or less and many are pre-sold through barrel futures.
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WINE TYPES: Alicante Bouschet, Barbera, Bordeaux Style Blends, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Carignane, Chardonnay, Dolcetto, Grenache, Late Harvest Wines, Malbec, Merlot, Mourvedre, Muscat Canelli, Petit Verdot, Petite Sirah, Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir, Port, Rhone Style Blends, Riesling, Sangiovese, Sauvignon Blanc, Shiraz, Sparkling Wine, Syrah, Tempranillo, Valdiguie, Viognier, Zinfandel
AMENITIES: Air Conditioning, Bocce Ball, Pets Allowed, Picnic Facilities, Tasting Fee, Wireless Internet
REGION: Russian River Valley
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