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Fun ThingsTo Do Today
Winery Profiles
With Tasting Suggestions
Where ToTaste, Dine, and Stay
Napa Valley Film Festival5 Days 12 Venues 125 Films
30 Chefs 150 WineriesNovember 12-16
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A R T G L A S S S C U L P T U R E C E R A M I C S F I N E A R T
N E W L O C A T I O N
1109 Jeferson Street, Napa, CA 94559
707.944.9211 rasart60@aol.com www.rasgalleries.com
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Artesa Vineyards & Wineryhe Convergence Of Architecture, Art And Wine
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Sterling VineyardsStunning Architecture And World-Class Wines
page 30
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Rodney Strong Vineyardsour A Winery Within A Winery page 44
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LedsonWinery, Gift Shop, And Gourmet Market
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MaterraPerfect For Your St. Helena Stroll
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Lake CountyDiscover Lake Countys Wine With Altitude
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November
2014
Spotlights Wine Country Guide
Publishers:
William R. Schoen
Mark Crapeau
Dan Frederick
Marketing & Sales:
Dan Frederick
Dennis Delee
Sonya Hollander
Contributors:
Michelle Baker
Spotlight's Wine Country Guide (Vol 26, No. 11/12) is
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Wh e n t h e f o u r t hannual Napa Valley
Film Festival kicks off onWednesday, November 12,attendees will experiencethe most impressive lineup
of red carpet screenings,celebrity tr ibutes andindependent films to date,
with sp ecial event s andscreenings showcasingNapa Valleys finest foodand wine. With over 125films, 300 filmmakers,
150 wineries and 30 chefsparticipating, the fourwalkable villages that theFestival creates in Napa,
Yountville, St. Helena andCalistoga will be teaming
with activity. h e F e s t i v a l o p e n s
on Wednesday with The
Imitation Game, fresh offwinnin g th e audi enceaward at the prestigiousoronto International FilmFestival. his historicalthriller, starring Benedict
Cumberbatch and KeiraKnightley, tells the storyo f A l a n u r i n g , t h eBritish mathematicianand computer scientist
who helped crack Na ziGermanys Enigma codethat helped the Allies win
World War II. DirectorMorten yldum and otherpossible VIP guests will bein attendance for a Q&A.
On hursday, two filmswith star power will leadinto the Festival Gala. First,actor-turned-director MikeMyers, known for title
roles in the Waynes World,Austin Powers and Shrekfilms brings Supermensch:The Legend of Shep Gordonto Napa. Myers will attendthe festival with Shep
Gordon, the original megatalent manager and subjectof this hilarious, touchinga n d a w a r d - w i n n i n gdocumentary. Followingthe film, Fandangos ChiefCorrespondent Dave Karger
will moderate an on-stage
conversation with Myersand Gordon.hen, Director Mike
Binders new film Blackand White, starring KevinC o s t n e r a n d O c t a v i aSpencer wil l unspool .C o s t n e r p l a y s r e c e n t
widow Elliot Anderson
Napa Valley Film FestivalThe Ultimate Film, Food and Wine Experience
Black and White
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Williams-Sonoma Returns to Sonoma
In celebration of Chuck Williams99th birthday, Williams-Sonomahosted an open house to celebrate
the opening of their new and orig-inal store of this famed merchant. It all started in 1956 when Chuckpurchased a small Sonoma hard-ware shop and converted it into astore for passionate home cooks.Half a century later, that cook-
ware shop has evolved into a globalbrand that changed the way peoplecook. Now this original location hasbeen re-purchased and re-openedas a design center, cooking schooland historic store.
Te landmark store captures thecharacter of the locations earlier
Williams-Sonoma, 605 Broadway, Sonoma, CA (707) 939-8974
era, exhibiting many of the icon-ic kitchenwares originally sold byChuck. Te store also celebrates
Chucks spirit of discovery by offer-ing his latest innovations and mostpopular products.
An open-air edible garden be-hind the store features a communaltable as well as herbs and seasonalproduce used by the onsite culi-
nary team for demonstrations andhands-on cooking classes. Te newly renovated locationshowcases many original designdetails, including floor tiles andsignature shelving, that later servedas inspiration for the look of early
Williams-Sonoma stores.
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Festivals Abound The
Whole Year RoundT
he Wine Country has a long traditionof local festivals, and there is friendly
competition among regions for best festivalbragging rights. here truly is no festivalseason. In almost every month there isat least one major festival, and in manymonths there are several. he best known
and most popular festivals in the Napa andSonoma wine regions are profiled here withreferences to sponsor websites where moredetailed information is available. Detailson these and many other events are alsoavailable on the Events page of our own
website, www.winecountryguide.com.
Harvest & HolidayFlavor! Napa Valley is a benefit forscholarships and programs of the CulinaryInstitute of Americas Greystone Campus in St.Helena. With events throughout Napa Valley,Flavor! features world-class Napa Valley
wines paired with culinary creations by the
Valleys master chefs and Greystone Campusgraduates. Info: www.flavornapavalley.com.
Te Napa Valley Film Festival is a five-dayexploration of cutting-edge independentcinema liberally infused with Napa Valley
wines and cuisine. Held after harvest, inNovember, the festival boasts screenings ofmore than 125 films and the involvement
of more than 300 filmmakers, 150 wineries,and 50 chefs. welve screening venues up
and down the Valley afford participants anopportunity to appreciate the diversity ofNapa Valley. Info: www.napavalleyfilmfest.org.
A Wine & Food Affaira signature event ofthe Russian River Wine Roadis a weekendof wine and food pairings in Northern
Sonomas Alexander Valley, Dry Creek Valley,and Russian River Valley. Over 100 wineriesparticipate and contribute a favorite recipeto a cookbook that is provided to registered
participants. In November. Info: www.wineroad.com.
Winter
Winter Wineland is an opportunity tomeet winemakers and taste special winesduring the Wine Countrys quiet(er) season.Sponsored by the Russian River Wine Roadthroughout Northern Sonoma County in
January. Info: www.wineroad.com.
Barrel asting is an aptly-named
opportunity to taste wines while they arestill in the barrel, a year or more before theyare bottled and released. Many wineries alsooffer an opportunity to buy wine futures at adiscount to what will later be the retail price.Sponsored by the Russian River Wine Roadthroughout Northern Sonoma County on twoconsecutive weekends in March. Info: www.
APeekWine
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Exploring The WineCountry More Fully
TheWine Country is best known for
what else?wine tasting. But visitorsquickly learn that the regions incredibleclimate and geography are also conduciveto many other leisure activities. heserange from athletic endeavors like bicyclingand hiking to shopping and culinary
adventures. Here are afew activities to considerfor before and after winetasting, and for those days
w h e n y o u r e x h a u s t e dtaste buds say a changeof pace is in order. Visit
winecountryguide.com for
frequent updates.Exquisite Spa
Treatments Enhance
Your Wine Country
Experience in Napa and
Sonoma
For visitors to the Napa Valley, its easyto forget that this world-famous winegrowing region was famous for its hotsprings before it was famous for wine. Fornearly 150 years, the tiny town of Calistogaat the northern end of the Valley has beena magnet for visitors seeking relief andrelaxation in its volcanic muds warmed bygeothermal waters.
oday mud baths remain a popular optionon a broad menu of modern treatmentsoffered by Calistoga spas like GoldenHaven Hot Springs Spa & ResortandLincoln Avenue Spa. At Golden Haven,couples enjoy Calistoga mud baths in
private treatment rooms. Tis one-hour
detoxifying and rejuvenating spa treatment
includes the mud bath, hot springs Jacuzzi,
and blanket wrap. Golden Havens mudbath was recently selected as the favorite
mud bath experience of all the Napa Valley
spas.
Lincoln Avenue Spa has takes the Calistoga
mud bath to a new level with a body mud
treatment for couples and individuals using
specially designed Ayurvedic steam tables.
Tis is perfect for visitors to the Napa Valley
who want the detoxifying benefits of mud
and heat without the traditional immersion
mud bath. At Lincoln Avenue Spa, themud is an individualized mixture prepared
exclusively for each client and then applied
to the bodymuch like a body facial.
When you enjoy day spa treatments at
Lincoln Avenue Spa, you get complimentary
day use of the Calistoga hot springs pool
at nearby Golden Haven Hot Springs andResort. Overnight visitors to Calistoga will
find that Golden Havens affordable rooms
offer some of the best lodging values in the
Napa Valley.
On the Sonoma side of the Mayacamus
Mountains that separate the Napa and
Activities | Beyond Wine Tasting
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Well, think again.Its your vacation, so take a breakfrom reading maps, making ap-
pointments and designating adriver and treat yourself to theluxury of limousine touring.Limousine service can be for afew hours to a few days and evenhandle your airport transport. If
you have your own car you caneven arrange for a knowledge-able driver to expertly transport
you to your favorite destinations.
Sit back and relax while sippingcomplimentary sparkling winein the latest luxury vehiclesand allow knowledgeable chauffeurs/tourguides to take you to the wineries of yourchoice.
For reservations and information contact:
California Wine ours at (800) 294-6386; www.
californiawinetours.com. Soar Above The Wine Countryheres something special about flying overNorthern Californias Wine Country in a hot airballoon. he air is clear, the sun shines brighterand a calming sense of solitude envelops you.
Napa Valley Balloons flies over the southern
Valley with launches near Yountville, southof St. Helena. While every flight is unique, theusual adventure consists of a one-hour flight
followed by breakfast on the ground completewith sparkling wine. Pilots for these aerialexcursions are FAA certified.
Napa Valley Balloons, Yountville; 707-944-0228;NapaValleyBalloons.com.
Play A Round of Golf On A WineCountry Course
In the Wine Country, wine and golf pair likenowhere else on earth. Here vineyards sharethe undulating landscape, invigoratingMediterranean climate, and spectacular vis-tas of the region with well-kept fairways and
manicured greens. Check out these winners.Te Napa Golf Course at Kennedy Park, or
simply Kennedy Parkas it is known to lo-cal golfers, is the golfcourse for you if youretired of playing look-a-like golf courses. Lo-
cals also enjoy playingNapa Golf Course. Teyreturn often, frequent-ly with friends fromout-of-town, to experi-ence the beauty of theNapa River and riverestuarynot to men-
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Visit Old Faithful GeyserNear Calistoga To See Faint-ing Goats
About every 30 minutes, visitors tothe Old Faithful Geyser of California
are treated to an eruption of steamand scalding water spraying 60 to 100feet in the air. Tere are only two oth-er old faithful geysers in the worldthat have earned the title due to theirregular eruptions. Tis geyser has also
proven itself to be a good predictor ofearthquakes. When the geysers show
is delayed or diminished, an earth-quake is likely within the next coupleof weeks in the 500 miles surroundingthe geyser. Te grounds surroundingthe geyser feature a large picnic area where
visitors are encouraged to bring their ownlunches. Tere are also a snack bar and agift shop on the property. Old Faithful Gey-
ser makes for a wonderful family outingand features a petting zoo that includes thefamous ennessee Fainting Goats, JacobsFour-Horn Sheep, and Guard Llamas.
Old Faithful Geyser of California is open every
day including holidays. Hours are 9 AM - 6 PM
(til 5 PM in winter). 1299 ubbs Lane, Calisto-
ga; 707-942-6463; www.oldfaithfulgeyser.com.
Simon Premium PropertiesShopping Thats Always Worth The Trip
Discover incredible savings of 25% to 65%
every day at Simon Premium Outlets withfour Wine Country locations in Gilroy,Napa, Petaluma and Vacaville. hese fouroutlet centers offer unparalleled collectionsof designer and name-brand outletsincluding Ann aylor, Banana Republic,Brooks Brothers, Burberry, Coach, ColeHaan, Gap Outlet, Gucci, J.Crew, Kenneth
Cole, Nike, Polo Ralph Lauren, Saks FifthAvenue Off 5th, Sony, ommy Hilfiger,rue Religion and many more. heselection of stores varies by center.
For complete information, includingcenter hours, a list of stores and to
join the free VIP Shopper Club, visitpremiumoutlets.com .
he four centers are convenientlylocated throughout the region. NapaPremium Outlets has 50 stores andis ideally situated at the southernentrance to the Napa Valley, just offHwy 29 at the First Street exit; call(707) 226-9876. Petaluma Village
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The Napa Valley is generally regardedas Americas most famous and most
prestigious wine producing region. Exceptduring peak traffic times, it is an easy hoursdrive to the northeast from San Franciscoor to the southwest from Sacramento. he
Valley runs approximately north-south forsome 30 miles. Its width ranges from abouta mile at its northern end to about five milesat its widest point near its southern end. It
is framed by the Mayacamas Mountains onits western and northern sides, by the VacaMountains to the east, and by San Pablo Bayto the south.
From north to south, the principal townsof the Napa Valley are Calistoga, St. Helena,
Yountville, and the town of Napa. BetweenSt. Helena and Yountville, the hamlets of
Rutherford and Oakville are importantgrape growing and winemaking centers.
South of the town of Napa, AmericanCanyon is significant as a commercialcenter and as the second largest town inNapa County (after the town of Napa). heNapa Valley is home to over 400 wineries,some of the best restaurants in the UnitedStates, world-class spas, and many otheramenities.
hanks in part to an abundance ofnatural beauty, and in part to stringentefforts to preserve both the beauty andthe agricultural heritage of the region, theNapa Valley remains largely unspoiled byits success and notoriety as a wine tourismdestination. It is worthy of as much timeon your itinerary as you can devote. Count
Our suggestions on where to taste, where to eat, and what to do
Napa Valley
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HALL Wines, 401 St. Helena Hwy, St.Helena; (707) 967-2626. Kathryn and CraigHall have created an unrivalled destinationin the Napa Valley, where winemakingexcellence meets contemporary design tocelebrate life and inspire the senses.
The Hess Collection, 4411 RedwoodRoad, Napa; 707-255-1144. Unique andsleek, this winery is also a museum ofcontemporary art. It is a destination untoitself, so plan on spending a full morning orafternoon here. Located on the southeasternslope of Mount Veeder, yet only 20 minutesfrom downtown Napa.
Materra | Cunat Family Vineyards,1426 Main St., St. Helena; 707-244-4600;materrawines.com. In Latin, Materra meansMother Earth. Materra combines the richsoils, varying climate and the extraordinarytalents of a dedicated team to produce
wines that are both tempting and complex.Open Wednesday-Sunday 11:30-5:00 and by
appointment Monday-uesday.Mumm Napa, 8445 Silverado rail,
Rutherford; 800-686-6272. here are at leasttwo reasons to visit Mumm. One is their
world-class sparkling wines, which you canenjoy on a terrace with beautiful views.he other is a gallery of photographic artthat is among the best in the Bay Area (oranywhere).
Peju Province Winery, 8466 St.Helena Hwy, Rutherford; (707) 963-3600.Celebrating more than 30 years as a family-owned winery in Rutherford, Peju is ahidden gem in the heart of the Napa Valley.he centerpiece of this garden oasis is the50-foot French Provincial tasting roomtower complete with moat and dancingfountains.
Stags Leap Winery, 6150 Silveradorail, Napa; 800-395-2441. Call aheadto reserve one of two fixed tastingappointments at 10:00 and 2:30 daily. Youlltour the historic Manor House with castle-like stone tower and enjoy a flight of five
Spotlight on. . .
Limousine Touring With
California Wine Tours
Touring the Wine Country has neverbeen easier than with California
Wine ours. Just sit back, relax and lettheir professional drivers be your guide.ake in the beautiful scenery of the
vineyard-filled countryside, and enjoythe fine wines and exquisite cuisine of
the Napa Valley and Sonoma. Whetheryoure traveling individually or with alarge group, California Wine ours offersa variety of touring packages to fit yourneeds.
Handing off driving duties is only onebenefit of limousine touring. Experi-enced, full-service tour companies like
California Wine ours can handle all ofthe details, affording visitors more timeto enjoy their stay in the Wine Country.
California Wine ours luxury limou-sines come stocked with complimentarysparkling wine, beverages and bottled
water. Te firm operates the latest modelcorporate sedans, limousines, luxury
vans, minibuses, and motor coaches.California Wine ours and ranspor-
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familys dream to create a refuge of deliciousFrench country foods, wines, and occasionsfor celebration with friends and family.Brunch on Saturdays and Sundays.
Alex Italian Restaurant, 1140 RutherfordRd., Rutherford, 707-967-5500. Offers dishes
focused on the fundamentals of classicItalian cooking: handmade pasta, smart
wine pairings, locally sourced food, andattention to detail.
Archetype, 1429 Main St., St. Helena,707-968-9200 . Features an iconic
Americana menu with a contemporarytake on classic dishes. Conveniently located
across the street from the Materra | CunatFamily Vineyards tasting room.
Bardessono, 6526 Yount St., Yountville;707-204-6030. Executive Chef Ooolesmenu draws from local growers, farmersmarkets and the restaurants own on- andoff-site culinary gardens.
Bistro Don Giovanni, 4110 Howard Lane,Napa; 707-224-3300. Napa Valley cuisine
with an Italian and Country French flavor;memorable ambiance featuring traditionalfireplace and romantic outdoor terraces.Lunch, dinner.
Bistro Jeanty, 6510 Washington St.,Yountville; 707-944-0103. Claiming to be theonly French owned and operated restaurantin the Napa Valley, this bistro features classicdishes such as mussels au vin rouge, cassoulet,and Chef Philippe Jeantys special tomato soup.
Boon Fly Caf, 4048 Sonoma Hwy., Napa;707-299-4900. Menus here feature modernrustic cuisine based on the agriculturalheritage of the region. Brunch on Saturdays andSundays.
Bottega, 6525 Washington St., Yountville;707-945-1050. Chef Michael Chiarello servesseasonal farm-to-table Italian cuisine using thelocally/sustainably produced food. he menuis divided into Stuzzichini (bites to share),
Antipasti, Pasta, Secondi (main course) andContorni (vegetable side dishes). Dessert andCheese, Specialty Cocktail and Lounge menus
are also available.Bouchon, 6534 Washington St. at Yount St.,
Yountville; 707-944-8037. Chef Jeffrey Cercielloserves award-winning French cuisine at thisrelative of the impossible-to-book FrenchLaundry. Lunch, dinner.
Cindys Backstreet Kitchen, 1327 RailroadAve, St. Helena, 707-963-1200. his upscaleeatery has become a beloved destination forlocals and visitors alike. It features a menu ofdelicious, cooked-from-scratch cuisine createdfrom quality ingredients.
Cook St. Helena, 1310 Main St., St. Helena,707-963-7088. Dont be fooled by the plain
storefront of this locals hangout. he excellentItalian fare makes this a great complement to aday of wine tasting.
Cuve, 1650 Soscol Ave., Napa; 707-224-2330.Adjacent to the River errace Inn, Cuvee hascompiled a menu of new American favoritesthat includes braised shortribs, pan roastedchicken and fresh fish and seafood.
toile, 1 California Drive, Yountville; 707-944-2892. Etoile bills itself as the only fine diningrestaurant within a winery in Napa Valley. It
prides itself on epitomizing the very best thatwine country dining has to offer.
Farm, 4048 Sonoma Hwy.. Napa; 707-299-4880. Tis restaurant prides itself on preparingfood that accompanies wine and a passion forexperimentation. Most ingredients comefrom within 150-miles of Carneros.
Gotts Roadside Tray Gourmet, 933Main St. between Charter Oak & Pope, St.Helena, 707-963-3486; also at 644 First Street(at Oxbow Public Market), Napa, 707-224-6900. Informal, gourmet roadside diner
with memorable Ahi sandwiches and lowcorkage fee. Lunch, dinner.
In-N-Out Burger, 820 West Imola Ave.,Napa, 800-786-1000. his modern take onthe classic American drive-in restaurant
prides itself on serving up high-qualityburgers, fries and sides using freshingredients. Great spot for a quick bite on abusy wine tasting day.
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The Hess Collection is aunique fusion of wine,
art, and agriculture. Hiddenaway on the southeasternslope of Mount Veeder, yetless than 20 minutes from thedowntown Napa riverfront,this stunning old stone
winery with sleek moderninterior is also a museum ofcontemporary art. It is hometo works by celebrated artistsincluding Francis Bacon,Frank Stella, and Yue Minjun.
he winery and museumreflect the genius and taste
of founder Donald M. Hess,a Swiss entrepreneur whoproduces f ine wines onfour continents. He is alsoone of the worlds foremostcollectors of contemporaryart.
he Hess Col lect ionv i n e y a r d s r e f l e c t t h e
diversity of Napa Valleygrowing conditionsfromthe heat of the Valley floor,moderated by gentle breezesoff San Francisco Bay, tothe cool of Mount Veederssteeply sloped summit.
A team of viticulturistsand winemakers apply
sustainable, environmentally-sound practices to producefruitand from it winethatshowcases the unique terroirof the individual vineyards.
he Hess Collection isopen daily for public visits,tours, and tastings. A number
of wine tasting, wine andfood pairing, and tour andtasting options are availableto help you get the mostfrom he Hess Collections
winemaking, culinary, andart programs.
An enjoyabl e regular
tasting of four currentrelease wines is available ona walk-in basis, at a priceof $20 per person, refunded
with purchase. Admission tothe art museum is free, anda self-guided audio tour isavailable. More personalizedexperiences are available
from $40 per person andrequire advance reservations.See the sidebar for three ofthe more popular options.
he Hess Collection is aNapa Valley destination untoitself. You will want to reservea full morning or afternoonfor your visit here.
The Hess Collection: A
Unique Napa Destination
HE HESS COLLECIONWINE, FOOD & AR
EXPERIENCES
Reservations Required ForTese Special Experiences
707-255-1144 ext. 226
Private our & Wine asting$40 Per PersonTour of the winery, followed bya current release wine tasting
with a private host
our, Wine & ChocolateExperience
$65 Per PersonPrivate tour of the Hess
Collection, plus a currentrelease wine tasting paired withartisan truffles handcrafted
with TCHO chocolate
our Of Te Palate$85 Per Person
Daily at 2:00pmour of Te Hess Collection plus
a tasting of current release wines
paired with three creations byHess Collection Executive Chef,Chad Hendrickson
No Reservation Required For TeRegular Current Release asting
HE HESS COLLECION4411 Redwood RdNapa, CA 94558
(707) 255-1144www.hesscollection.comOpen Daily 10-5:30pm
DIRECTIONS
From Highway 29 in Napa,take the rancas Street /
Redwood Road Exit. urn leftonto Redwood Road and follow
approximately 7 miles.
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Artesa Vineyards &
Winery is among themost dramatic, beautifuland unique wineries inthe world. Built into ahilltop on the Napa sideof Carneros , Artesa sspectacular architecture,sculpture gardens andf o u n t a i n s e n h a n c e a
wraparound view that ona clear day includes SanFrancisco some 50 miles tothe south.
B u i l t o r i g i n a l l y a sCodornu Napa, which
produced sparkling winesexclusively, the winery wasrechristened Artesa in 1999.In the Spanish Catalanlanguage of its familyowners, who have been
making sparkling wine for450 years, Artesa meanscraftsman. oday Artesas
w i n e c r a f t s m e n a l s oproduce highly acclaimeds t i l l w i n e s i n c l u d i n gChardonnay, Pinot Noir,Merlot , and CabernetSauvignon.
Visitors sample Artesaswines at a curved woodentasting bar with a picture-
window view of a peacefulcourtyard. In-the-know
w e ek en d v i s i t or s c a l lahead to reserve a placeat an exclusive wine andcheese pairing offerede v e r y S a t u r d a y a n dSunday at 11:30 in Artesasluxurious Raventos Lounge.Participation is limited to
10 guests each day.A n o t h e r p o p u l a r
attraction at Artesa isthe terrace off the tastingroom where guests cansit to enjoy the sunshineand superb views with asampling of their favorite
Artesa wines.Artesa Vineyards & Win-
ery is located to the south-
west of the own of Napa,
near the intersection
of Carneros Highway with
Highway 29 North. Enter
the winery by taking a com-
fortable climb up the tiered
double stairway and cross-
ing the broad plaza to the
main entrance, pausing to
appreciate the views, sculp-
ture and fountains.
Artesa Vineyards & Winery
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Anew great reason to
visit Sterling Vineyards
has sprung to the fore, as ifthis magical
Winery perched highatop Calistoga and sportinga glorious 360-degree viewof the Napa Valley didntalready beckon to WineCountry visitors.
Recently the staff atS t e r l i n g d i s c o v e r e d a
veritable treasu re troveof art hidden away at the
winery. he vast 750-piececollection was gathered bythe winerys owner overthe last five decades, andleft behind after it soldthe winery to Diageo. he
pieces of th e collecti on ,which are rotated aroundthe visitor center, include
p r i n t s a n d p a i nt i n g s ,lithographic works fromP i c a s s o , C h a g a l l a n d
Renoir; and wine-relatedartifacts dating from the
16th century. he collectionalso includes a set of 33
Ansel Adams photographscommissioned from theartist in 1959 to documentthe story of a winery as wellas the processes necessaryto produce a bottle of wine.
Sterling is embracing itsnewest identity as an artdestination by featuringthe work of current artiststhroughout the winery too.Starting in April, the winery
will host a Before I Die wall,a global art project thatinvites people to reflect ontheir lives and share their
personal aspirations inpublic space. he wall willbe available free of charge atthe entrance to the wineryto anyone who wishes to
write on or view it.
Sterling is of coursewell known as the only
winer y in North Americawith an aerial tram thatshuttles vis itors fromtheir ground level parkinglot to the Mediterranean-styled visitor center 300feet above. For just $28,
vi sitors can enjoy thetram ride to the winerysterrace level, an in-depthself-guided tour, five tosix wine samples, and theopportunity to relax onthe South View erraceand shop at the Dunstanerrace gift shop. For just$9 more, visitors can enjoyall this plus a seated tastingexperience in the visitorcenter showcasing reserveand winery-only wines andan opportunity to view theart exhibitions.
Sterling now also offers
Sterling Vineyards
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With a major facelift to their grounds
and a new look in all their rooms,
now is the time to plan a stay at Golden
Haven Hot Springs Spa and Resort in
Calistoga. Golden Haven is the perfecthome base for a weekend of adventures in
the Napa Valley, whether youre in town for
wine tasting, fine dining, or just to enjoy a
restorative weekend at the spa.
Golden Haven has recently unveiled a
gorgeous new centerpiece of the property,
a green complete with regulation-sized,
all-weather bocce courts, picnic tables,
shaded hammocks, water fountains all on
a sculpted lawn surrounded by olive trees.
Spend the morning relaxing in the spa and
pool , then spend the afternoon enjoying
this playground.
Golden Haven offers a full complement
of spa treatments daily , including
immersion mud baths, herbal facials and
mineral baths, and massage. Guests can
choose spa treatments a la carte or take
advantage of the many packages and
specials the resort offers, such as couples
packages or combined room and spa deals.
he hot springs pool, as well as all of thewater on the property, is fed by the areas
natural hot springs.
Located just a few easy blocks from
downtown Calistoga, Golden Haven
provides complimentary use of the resorts
bicycles for guests who want to pedalaround town. Or, once you arrive at Golden
Haven, you may decide with so much to do
theres no reason to leave. Golden Haven
Hot Springs Spa & Resort is located at 1713
Lake Street in Calistoga. 707-942-8000 or
www.goldenhaven.com.
Spotlight On...
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St. Helena is the winecapital of Napa Valley
and a town that epitomizes
all that makes this area
so specialworld-classwineries, great eats andunique shopping. Plan a few
days with St. Helena as yourhome base and delve into
all that this vibrant small
town has to offer!W h e t h e r y o u r e
overnighting or just makinga pit stop in St. Helena, take
a stroll up and down MainStreet to take in the towns
wonderful ambiance. here
are interesting shops liningboth sides of the street,
including boutiques with
the latest styles in clothingand shoes, jewelry, andhome furnishings.
Strategically located
just north of Adams Street,Materra Wines is the
perfect spot to start, endor turnaround your MainStreet stroll. he homey
elegance of this urbantasting room invites youto linger over sit-down
tastings of award-winningwines produced by the
Cunat Family Vineyardsof Napa Valleys Oak KnollDistrict . Walk-ins are
wel com e here, but its a
good idea to call aheadfor a tasting appointment,
especially on busy days andin peak season.
If youre interested inspending a day or two
wine tasting and touring,St. Helena has plenty ofopulent winery estates toexplore. One of the bestin-depth tours around
is offered at BeringerVi n e ya rd s , th e o l d e stcontinuously operating
winer y in Napa Valley.For wine tasting without
an appointment, drop inat Whitehall Lane or St.Clement, where youll findmany incredible examples
of Napa Valleys finestCabernet Sauvignons.
Picture Perfect St. Helena
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Wondering what to do
with your free day in
San Francisco? Hop in the
car and in just 45 minutes
you can be at the door ofyour first winery in thespectacular Carneros wine
region.heres a distinct feel in
Carneros, whose location at
the confluence of Napa andSonoma makes it part of
both regions. Yet Carneroshas its own unique and
inimitable spirit, fed by itsworld reputation for fine
sparkling wine, Chardonnay
and Pinot Noir.Highway 121 is the
g a t e w a y t o C a r n e r o s ,
and within a few minutesyou l l hit some world-class wineries on thisscenic stretch of road. On
either side of the highwayare sister wineries ClineCellars and Jacuzzi Family
Vineyard s. Cline is bestknown for its highly-rated
Rhone varietals, but this350-acre estate offers somuch for visitors picnic
grounds, spring-fed pondsand colorful gardens.
Across th e hig hway,Ja cuzzi pays homage toCline proprietor Fred ClinesItalian heritage. Jacuzzi
features a wide array ofinteresting Italian varietals
served in a sprawling 18,000square-foot villa modeledafter the Jacuzzi familyhome in Italy.
Just up Highway 121 atits junction with Highway116 (Arnold Drive) isSchug Carneros Estate.Founded in 1980, Schug
Carneros Estate Wineryis the showcase and life-long dream of one of
Californias most celebratedwinemakers, Walter Schug
who bui lt hi s reputationat Joseph Phelps Winery.
raveling eastward anddeeper into the region
a l o n g t h e C a r n e r o sHighway (Highway 12,
Exploring Close-In Carneros
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As the Russian River twists and turns her
way out to the Pacific, valleys and gentle
hillsides fan out on both sides. Her banks
are strewn with sandy beaches, redwood
forests, and vineyards of every description.
he river has carved three valleys of major
winemaking significance: Alexander, Dr y
Creek, and Russian River. hrough these
valleys dozens of wineries rise out of the sea
of vines, presenting visitors with a bafflingarray of places to explore and tastes to savor.
We suggest you explore the three valleys
starting from Healdsburgwinery central
for northern Sonoma County and the hub
of the three-valley area. Framed by the
Alexander Valley to the northeast, the Dry
Creek Valley to the northwest, and Chalk
Hill and Knights Valley to the southeast,
its no wonder the grapes and wine make
the towns wheels go round. he heart of
Healdsburg is a shady park, known as the
Plaza, surrounded by inns, restaurants,
and shops. here are gourmet delis, too, if
you choose to picnic right there or want to
provision a vineyard outing.
Dry Creek ValleyNear the Mendocino County border, about
10 miles northwest of Healdsburg, the WarmSprings Dam holds back the waters of DryCreek, forming serpentine Lake Sonoma.From the dam, you get a birds eye viewof the valley that rolls out in front of you.he dam was built by the Army Corps ofEngineers in the 1980s primarily to form
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and, while scenic and serviceable, it isnot a particularly good road. If you follow
Westside all the way to its end, you will findyourself at River Road about three mileswest of Wohler.
he character of the Russian River
Valley is a bit different north to south. henorthern reach has much more of a DryCreek Valley feel. Up north the wineries aregenerally larger, newer, and perhaps a littleflashier than in the south, which has a morerustic feel.
On the map, the southern Russian RiverValley is a large area with irregular shape
that is somewhat wider than it is tall. It isbounded on the north by River Road, whichbecomes Old River Road near Guerneville;and on the south by state Highway 12, whichbecomes Sebastopol Road and then theBodega Highway as it runs east to west. Onthe west, the Bohemian Highway shapesthe area, running from near Guerneville
southeast to Freestone. Highway 101 formsthe eastern boundary.
State Highway 116 runs diagonallythrough the southern valley, fromGuerneville in the northwest to Sebastopolin the southeast. Other important roadsare Mirabel Road, which connects RiverRoad and Highway 116; Guerneville Roadconnecting Highway 101 and Highway 116;and Olivet Road connecting River Road andGuerneville Road. All along this skeletonof roadways and many smaller roadsbranching from it are a myriad of wineries
where you can taste Pinot Noir, Zinfandel,and other wines produced in the RussianRiver Valley appellation.
he major towns youll want to considervisiting in the southern Russian River Valleyare Sebastopol, Graton, Guerneville, andOccidental. Forestville is also importantbecause it is home to some good wineriesand is located at the junction of MirabelRoad and Highway 116.
In Sebastopol, you can enjoy an easy stroll
along Main Street to take in antique, art,
and book shops among other homegrown
stores and restaurants that somehow
are only found in small towns. Youll find
the Sebastopol natives to be friendly and
welcoming if a bit quirky. Nonconformityis the norm among many locals in this
unabashedly authentic and American small
town.
he hamlet of Graton is essentially a wide
spot in Graton Road just west of Highway
116 near its intersection with Guerneville
Road and about four miles northwest of
Sebastopol. ake a few minutes to walk
the downtown area, occupying just a
couple of blocks along Graton Road. Youll
find surprising touches of sophistication
including good restaurants and interesting
shops.
If youve stopped in Graton, you might as
well continue on along Graton Road about
six miles to the southwest to Occidental.
Yet another micro-town, Occidental
seems impossibly cute, but is remarkably
authentic. Here again you will find good
restaurants and many interesting shops
to browse. From Occidental, you can head
north along the Bohemian Highway toGuerneville or go south to Freestone where
you can pick up the Sebastopol Highway
(Highway 12) back toward Sebastopol. Or,
you can just go back to Highway 116 the way
you came.
Guerneville is about 12 miles to the
northwest of Graton along Highway 116, andabout 15 miles to the north of Occidental
along the Bohemian Highway route. During
the warmer months, which can be seven or
eight months in the Wine Country, it is the
focal point of much activity for visitors to
the many rustic resorts along the Russian
River.
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Wine dr inkers knowR o d n e y S t r o n g
Vineyards for its wonderful,approachable line of SonomaCounty wines. But startingfive years ago the winery
significantly upped the antewhen it started the Winerywithin a Winery, a cuttingedge project to create smalllots of distinctive ultra-
premium wines.N o w R o d n e y S t r o n g
o f f e r s o n e o f t h e f e w
c o m p r e h e n s i v e w i n e r ytours in Sonoma Countyw here you can see theWinery within a Winery
project in action. ourparticipants st art out inthe estate vineyard with anintroduction to vineyard
practices. hen it s into
the winery for a firsthandlook at the this innovative
p r o j e c t . I n t h e c e l l a ryoull learn about how thewinemaking team carefullyselects, sorts, and processesthe best individual vineyardblocks to make RodneyStrongs Reserve and Single
Vineyard wines.Af ter the tour, stop in
the tasting room for theReserve tasting, where the
winery shows off the greatwork done in the Winer ywithin a Winery. his listof superbly crafted winesincludes two single vineyard
Alexander Valley CabernetSauvignons that highlightthe difference place makese v e n w i t h i n a s i n g l eappellation. Youll also get
to try Reserve Chardonnay,Reserve Pinot Noir, andRodney Strongs flagshipB o r d e a u x - s t y l e b l e n d ,Symmetry.
R o d n e y S t r o n g shospitality center offersa large selection of unique
gifts for friends and familyback home. his fun andeclectic gift shop featureslocal, handmade and highquality tabletop accessories,
wine accessories, and logoattire. Its the perfect placeto do all of your holiday andspecial occasion shopping.
Enjoy tours, tasting, and shopping at
Rodney Strong Vineyards
TASTING SUGGESTIONS
07 Symmetry Red Meritage,
Alexander Valley
Layers of blackberry, cassis, darkplums and sweet spices with a
hint of smoky dark chocolateand spice. Silky in texture and
long on the finish. $55
07 Reserve Cabernet
Sauvignon, Alexander Valley
Full bodied and richly textured,with intense aromas and flavors
of black currant, sandalwood,white pepper and cocoa.
Smooth, lingering finish. $45
09 Russian River Pinot Noir,
Estate Vineyard
Aged entirely in small Frenchoak barrels, which adds a
subtle, toasty vanilla characterand a hint of spice. $16
RODNEY STRONG11455 Old Redwood Highway
Healdsburg, CA 95448(800) 678-4763
www.rodneystrong.comOpen 10 AM - 5 PM Daily
Guided winery tours daily at11 AM and 3 PM
DIRECTIONSExit Highway 101 Northat Healdsburg Ave. akea left from off-ramp onto
Healdsburg Ave./Old RedwoodHighway to the winery 1.6
miles on the right.
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ALEXANDER, DRY
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Napa ValleySTERLING VINEYARDS
Take Sterlings famous aerial tram to
the top of the hill for a special reserve
tasting (p. 30)OLD FAITHFUL
Visit one of only three Old Faithful
geysers in the world (p. 18)
P I C T U R E P E R F E C T S T .
HELENA
See Napa Valley history mixed with
modern wine country in the heart of
Napa Valley (p. 34)
GOLDEN HAVEN HOT
SPRINGS
Experience a Calistoga mud bath at
Golden Haven Hot Springs (p. 32)
LINCOLN AVENUE SPA
Get a mud treatment on a special
Ayurvedic steam table (p. 14)WHITEHALL LANE
Visit the winery honored three
times for wines rated in the top five
worldwide (p. 33)
LIMOUSINE TOURS
Providing exceptional transportation
and memorable tours in the wine
country since 1986. (p. 15)
THE HESS COLLECTION
Discover a unique fusion of wine, art,
and agricutlture on Mount Veeder
(p. 26)
NAPA VALLEY BIKE TOURS
Rent a bicycle for a few hours, a day,
or longer (p. 17)
WINE TRAIN
Dine on the Wine Train as the Napa
Valley glides slowly by (p. 25)
NAPA VALLEY BALLOONS
Reserve with Napa Valley Balloons to
soar above it all (p. 16)
ARTESA
See breathtaking views, architecture,
and fountains at Artesa (p. 28)
PREMIUM OUTLETS
Shop at over 50 designer and name
brand stores at Napa Premium
Outlets (p. 18)
MATERRA WINES
Taste the incredible wines from the
Oak Knoll district s Cunat Family
Vineyards (p. 27)
HISTORIC VENUES
Enjoy world-class entertainment at
historic Napa Valley Opera House (p. 19)
RASGALLERIES
New location for wonderful art glass,
sculptures, fine art and ceramics.(p. 4)
SonomaLEDSON
Visit Ledson Winerys incredible
Fun
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A. Rafanelli Winery
4685 West Dry Creek RoadHealdsburg; 707-433-1385.
Alderbrook Winery
2306 Magnolia Drive
Healdsburg; 707-433-5987.
Arista Winery
7015 Westside RoadHealdsburg, CA 95448
Amista
3320 Dry Creek Rd.Healdsburg; 707-431-9200.
Armida Winery
2201 Westside RoadHealdsburg; 707-433-2222.
Bella Vineyards
9711 West Dry Creek RoadHealdsburg; 866-572-3552.
Chalk Hill Winery
10300 Chalk Hill RoadHealdsburg; 707-838-4306.
Christopher Creek Winery
641 Limerick LaneHealdsburg; 707-433-2001.
Clos du Bois
19410 Geyserville AveGeyserville; 707-857-3100.
DArgenzio Winery
81301 Cleveland Ave Suite ASanta Rosa; 707-546-2466.
Davis Family Vineyards
52 Front St Healdsburg; 707-433-3858.
De La Montanya Estate
999 Forman LaneHealdsburg; 707-484-8090.
DeLoach Vineyards
1791 Olivet Road Santa Rosa;707-526-9111.
deLorimier
2001 Hwy. 128 Geyserville;707-857-2000.
Dry Creek Vineyard
3770 Lambert Bridge RoadHealdsburg; 707-433-1000.
Dutcher Crossing
8533 Dry Creek RoadHealdsburg; 707-431-2700.
Everett Ridge Vineyards
435 West Dry Creek RoadHealdsburg; 707-433-1637,ext. 17.
F. Teldeschi Winery
3555 Dry Creek Road
Healdsburg; 707-433-6626.
Family Wineries
4791 Dry Creek RoadHealdsburg; 707-433-0100.
Ferrari-Carano Vineyards
& Winery
8761 Dry Creek RoadHealdsburg; 707-433-6700.
Field Stone Winery
10075 Hwy. 128 Healdsburg;707-433-7266.
Foppiano Vineyards
12707 Old Redwood HwyHealdsburg; 707-433-7272.
Francis Coppola Winery
300 Via Archimedes RoadGeyserville; 707-968-1100.
Fritz Winery24691 Dutcher Creek RoadCloverdale; 707-894-3389.
Gary Farrell Winery
10701 Westside RoadHealdsburg; 707-473-2900.
Geyser Peak Winery
22281 Chianti RoadGeyserville; 707-857-2500.
Hanna Winery (Alex. Valley)9280 Hwy 128 Healdsburg;707-431-4310.
Hartford Family Winery
8075 Martinelli RoadForestville; 707-887-1756.
Harvest Moon Winery
2192 Olivet Road Santa Rosa;707-573-8711.
Hauck Cellars
223 Center StreetHealdsburg; 707-473-9065
Hawkes Winery
6734 Hwy 128 Healdsburg;707-433-HAWK.
Holdredge Wines
51 Front St Healdsburg; 707-431-1424.
Hook & Ladder Winery
2134 Olivet Rd., Santa Rosa,707-526-2255
Hop Kiln Winery
6050 Westside Road
Healdsburg; 707-433-6491.
Hudson Street Wineries
428 Hudson Street,Healdsburg; 707-433-2364.428 Hudson St Healdsburg;707-433-2364.
In Vino Veritas
118 North St Healdsburg;707-395-0307.
Iron Horse Vineyards
9786 Ross Station RoadSebastopol; 707-887-1507.
J Vineyards & Winery
11447 Old Redwood HwyHealdsburg; 707-431-3646.
J. Rochioli Vineyards
6192 Westside RoadHealdsburg; 707-433-2305.
Jordan Vineyard & Winery
Appointment.1474 Alexander Valley RoadHealdsburg; 707-431-5250.
Joseph Swan Vineyards
2916 Laguna RoadForestville; 707-573-3747.
Kendall-Jackson Wine
Center5007 Fulton Road SantaRosa; 707-571-8100.
Partake By K-J241 Healdsburg AveHealdsburg; 707-433-6000.
Korbel Champagne Cellars
13250 River RoadGuerneville; 707-824-7316.
La Crema
235 Healdsburg AveHealdsburg; 707-431-9400.
Lambert Bridge Winery
4085 West Dry Creek RoadHealdsburg; 707-431-9600.
Lancaster Estate
15001 Chalk Hill RoadHealdsburg; 707-433-8178.
Limerick Lane Cellars
1023 Limerick LaneHealdsburg; 707-433-9211.
Longboard Vineyards
5 Fitch St Healdsburg; 707-
433-3473
Lynmar Winery
3909 Frei Road Sebastopol;707-829-3374.
Mauritson Family Winery
2859 Dry Creek RoadHealdsburg; 707-431-0804.
Marimar Torres estate
11400 Graton RoadSebastopol; 707-823-4365.
Martin Ray Winery
2191 Laguna Road SantaRosa; 707-823-2404.
Martinelli Winery
3360 River Road Windsor;707-525-0570.
Matanzas Creek Winery
6097 Bennett Valley RoadSanta Rosa; 707-528-6464.
Mazzocco Vineyards
1400 Lytton Springs RoadHealdsburg; 707-433-9035.
Matrix
3291 Westside RoadHealdsburg; 707-433-1911
Meeker Vineyard
21035 Geyserville AveGeyserville; 707-431-2148.
Michel-Schlumberger
4155 Wine Creek RoadHealdsburg; 707-433-7427.
Mill Creek
1401 Westside RoadHealdsburg; 707-431-2121.
deLorimier Winery
2001 Hwy. 128 Geyserville;707-857-2000.
Medlock-Ames
3487 Alexander Vly. Rd.,Healdsburg; 707-431-8845.
Moshin Vineyards
10295 Westside RoadHealdsburg; 707-433-5499.
Murphy-Goode Winery
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20 Matheson St.Healdsburg; 707-431-7644.
Paul Hobbs Winery
3355 Gravenstein Hwy N.Sebastopol; 707-824-9879.
Papapietro Perry
4791 Dry Creek RdHealdsburg; 707-433-0422.
Passalacqua Winery
3805 Lambert B ridge RoadHealdsburg; 707-433-5550.
Paradise Ridge Winery
4545 Thomas Lake Harris Dr.Santa Rosa; 707-528-9463.
Pedroncelli Winery1220 Canyon RoadGeyserville; 707-857-3531.
Porter Creek Vineyards
8735 Westside RoadHealdsburg; 707-433-6321.
Preston Vineyards
9282 West Dry Creek RoadHealdsburg; 707-433-3372.
Raymond Burr Vineyards8339 West Dry Creek RoadHealdsburg; 707-433-8559.
Ridge at Lytton Springs
650 Lytton Springs RoadHealdsburg; 707-433-7721.
Robert Young Estate Winery
4960 Red Winery RoadGeyserville; 707-431-4811.
Rodney Strong11455 Old Redood HwyHealdsburg; 707-431-1533.
Russian Hill Winery
4525 Slusser Road Windsor;707-575-9428.
Russian River Vineyards
5700 Gravenstein Hwy NorthForestville; 707-887-3344.
Sausal Winery
7370 Hwy 128 Healdsburg;707-433-2285.
Seghesio Family Vineyards
14730 Grove St Healdsburg;707-433-3579.
Selby Winery
215 Center St Healdsburg;707-431-1288.
Siduri Wines
980 Airway Court, Suite CSanta Rosa; 707-578-3882.
Silver Oak Cellars
24625 Chianti RoadGeyserville; 707-857-3562.
Simi Winery16275 Healdsburg AveHealdsburg; 707-473-3231.
Stonestreet Winery
7111 Hwy 128Healdsburg; 800-355-8008.
Stryker Sonoma
5110 Hwy 128 Geyserville;707-433-1944.
Sunce Winery
1839 Olivet road Santa Rosa;707-526-9463.
Taft Street Winery
2030 Barlow LaneSebastopol; 707-823-2049.
Thumbprint Cellars
102 Matheson St.,Healdsburg; 707-433-2393.
Toad Hollow Vineyards
409-A Healdsburg AveHealdsburg; 707-431-8667.
Topel Winery
125 Matheson St.Healdsburg; 707-433-4116.
Trentadue Winery
19170 Geyserville AveGeyserville; 707-433-3104.
Twomey Cellars
3000 Westside RoadHealdsburg; 800-505-4850.
Unti Vineyards
4202 Dry Creek RoadHealdsburg; 707-433-5590.
Vintners Signatures
4001 Hwy 128, Geyserville;707-857-3300.
White Oak Vineyards
7505 Hwy 128 Healdsburg;707-433-8429.
Williamson Winery
134 Matheson St.Healdsburg; 707-433-1500.
Wilson Winery
1960 Dry Creek RoadHealdsburg; 707-433-4355.
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SPOTLIGHTS WINE TRIVIA
1 grapevine grows 18 poundsof grapes
1 grapevine makes 6 bottles ofwine
1 acre grows 450 vines
1 acre grows 4 tons of grapes
1 acre makes 225 cases ofwine
1 bottle pours 5 glasses ofwine
1 case includes 12 bottles
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Sonoma Valley, also known as the Valleyof the Moon, is about an hours drive
north of San Francisco and about a half-hours drive from either the Sonoma County
Airport to the northwest or the town ofNapa to the east. Some 17 miles in length,the valley is bounded by the outskirts ofSanta Rosa on the north, San Pablo Bay onthe south, the Mayacamas Mountains tothe west, and the Sonoma Mountains to theeast.
Home to about 75 wineries, SonomaValley i s a complete wine touri smdestination unto itself. Its three principaltownsKenwood, Glen Ellen and thetown of Sonomafeature excellentB&B and full-service hotel (includingspa) accommodations as well as manyrestaurants highly regarded for casualand fine dining. Sonoma Valley is thebirthplace of the California wine industry
with vineyards dating to the early 1800s.he regions winemaking reputation is builton robust red wines including CabernetSauvignon, Zinfandel, and Meritage blends,
among others. But Sonoma Valley vintnersproduce over 25 varieties of wine in all, sono matter what your palates preference youare likely to find wines that please here.
ravel-Wise ip: Sonoma Valley and theHealdsburg area (including Alexander,Dry Creek and Russian River valleys) arethe main wine regions of Sonoma County.From the town of Sonoma to Healdsburgis about 40 miles and, in usual drivingconditions, driving time is about an hour.
While it is certainly possible to tour theHealdsburg area through day trips from abase in Sonoma Valley, it is not advisable. Itis far better to devote two or three days toeach area and to reserve accommodationsclose to where youll be touring. Visiting
Our suggestions on where to taste, where to eat, and what to doSonoma Valley
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Sonoma MissionInn & Spa
Kenwood
Chateau St. Jean
Jack LondonState
HistoricalPark
Viansa Winery
Landmark Winery
BenzigerFamilyWinery
Gundlach-BundschuWinery
Cline Cellars
Gloria Ferrer
LarsonFamily Winery
Schug Winery
Ravenswood Winery
Valley of the Moon Winery
Arrowood Winery
St. Francis
Loxton
Matanzas CreekWinery
The Wine Room
B.R.Cohn Winery
Adler Fels Winery
Mayo Reserve Room
Ledson Hotel& Harmony Club
Kunde
Sonoma Valley Visitors Center
Ledson
Wellington
Mayo Family Winery
Kaz Winery
Glen EllenOlive Oil
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SugarloafStatePark
To Stone Tree Golf Course
Imagery Estate Winery
SonomaWine Hardware
Blackstone
HomewoodWinery
NicholsonRanchWinery
AudelssaWinery
El Pueblo Inn
SonomaPlaza
Jacuzzi Winery
Anaba Wines
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sure, there are plenty of other good wineriesin Sonoma Valley, but you cannot go wrongchoosing from this list:
Top Picks For Wine Tasting
Chateau St. Jean, 8555 Sonoma Hwy,
Kenwood; 707-833-4134. Stunning. hegardens of this winerys dreamlike settingoffer visitors the feeling of having traveled tothe Mediterranean. World-class wines anda well stocked charcuterie make this the
perfect picnic spot.Cline Cellars, 24737 Arnold Drive,
Sonoma; 707-940-4000. You know this
brand, and youd never imagine it comesfrom this laid-back winery. he tastingroom is in an 1850s farmhouse. hereare aviaries and a museum of Californiamissions. Some wines may be familiar, butothers may surprise you.
Jacuzzi Family Vineyards, 24724 ArnoldDrive, Sonoma; 866-522-8693. Yes, this isthe same Jacuzzi, the family whose nameis synonymous with luxury whirlpool spas.
And what a job they ve done with theirwiner y--a spectacular Italian villa--andtheir wines, which celebrate the familysheritage. Youll be sorry if you miss this one!
Kenwood Vineyards, 9592 SonomaHwy, Kenwood; 707-833-5891. his facilityand staff behind this familiar wine label areunexpectedly rustic and friendly. heresnothing corporate about this 22-acre estate
with its tasting room in the barnjust anauthentic Wine Country experience.
Ledson Winery & Vineyards, 7335Sonoma Hwy, Kenwood; 707-537-3810. You
have to see this 16,000 square foot French-Normandy castle to believe it. our thewinery, stroll the grounds, and taste some ofthe best wines in Sonoma Valley.
Schug Carneros Estate, 602 BonneauRoad, Sonoma; 707-939-9363. he drive upfrom Bonneau Road will take you through
vineyards and rose borders to where the
winery building is tucked into a hillside
containing underground barrel caves.Behind the German style post-and-beam
building, there is a vista point with a 360
view of th e surrounding area and theopportunity to see as far as Mount Diablo
on a clear day.
Sebastiani Vineyards & Winery, 389Fourth Street East, Sonoma; 800-888-5532.
his legendary winery has been makingfine wines at the current location for well
over 100 years. Get a first-hand sense of
history while tasting outstanding wines,
many available only at the winery.Valley of the Moon, 777 Madrone Road,
Glen Ellen; 707-939-4500. his landmarkwinery marries a rich history dating to
1860 with state-of-the-art wine production
and Italian artisan packaging. he etched
bottles are gift-worthy, but youll be
tempted to keep the wine for yourself.WA LT Wines, Owned by vintners
Kathryn Walt Hall and Craig Hall, WAL
Wines is dedicated to the production of
premier Pinot Noir and Chardonnay fromthe Pacific Coasts most distinctive vineyardsites. WAL prides itself on precision, non-
interventionist winemakingallowing the
wines to naturally and honestly express the
character of the site where the wines are
grown.
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Where To Dine
Basque Boulangerie Caf, 460 FirstStreet East, Sonoma; 707-935-7687. A great
place to find locals early in the morningtalking to neighbors, reading the paper and
grabbing a cup of coffee with a pastry.Carneros Bistro & Wine Bar, 1325
Broadway (in he Lodge at Sonoma),Sonoma; 707-931-2042. For heartier fare,this venue prides itself on a creative menu
with ingredi ents from Son oma Countyfarms, ranches and dairies.
C a f C i t t i , 9 0 4 9 S o n o m a H w y ,Kenwood; 707-833-2690. his wonderful,casual neighborhood restaurant offersconsistently good Italian food including agood variety of pastas.
The Girl & The Fig, 110 West SpainStreet, Sonoma; 707-938-3634. Seasonal,Provencal-inspired cuisine features garden
vegetables, herbs, and an abundance of
Award-winning Sonoma County Wines ~ Free Historical Tours ~ Picnic Grounds
Located four blocks from the Sonoma Plaza ~ Open Daily 11am-5pm.
Sebastiani Vineyards & Winery~389 Fourth Street East, Sonoma CA 95476
www.sebastiani.com ~ 707-933-3200 ~ Established in 1904
PETALUMA
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Ifyoure looking for a truly unforgettable Wine
Country experience, Ledson Winery delivers.Impeccable wines, unique tasting experiencesand incredible personalized service. All thisin a 16,000 square foot French Normandy
winery referred to as he Castle. Steve Ledsonoriginally built he Castle as his private home,but when it began to draw much attentionfrom the public, he decided to transform it intoone of the most unique and dynamic wineries
anywhere in the country, with exquisite detailand elegant ambience.
Youll be dazzled by the impressive, show-stopping wines. hey are handcrafted in small
production lots, as small as35 cases, and many of themare scoring in the mid-90s. he high acclaim forthe wines isnt surprising,considering the fact thatSteve Ledson adopted his passion for growinggrapes from his father, grandfather and great-grandfather.he wine tasting is quite an adventure! heCastle houses four small tasting bars on themain floor, and you can reserve a private tastingsuite upstairs in advance with Steve Ledson,
owner and winemaker, or with one of hisassistants. Either way, you will be guided througha personalized tasting featuring your favorite
varietals. If you are looking for the most uniquewine tasting experience, request a mountaintop tasting at the Mountain erraces Vineyardoverlooking Sonoma Valley, Carneros wineregion, and the entire San Francisco Bay Area.his vineyard is part of the new Moon Mountain
District, a very small, unique appellationproducing world-class Cabernets and Bordeauxblends.he Castle is surrounded by beautiful gardens,fountains and vineyards. he GourmetMarketplace serves up a delightful array ofsalads, sandwiches, and cheeses, as well as a
variety of custom olive oils, mustards andchocolate sauces. Imagine a picnic outside
beneath the century-old oak trees, with a glass of
your favorite Ledson wine.A great way to enjoy Ledsons fine wines is joinone of their four wine clubs. Members receivetwo bottles or a case of wine with each shipmentand you choose the wines you prefer. Clubmembers are treated to grand private partiesthroughout the year and receive preferred
pricing.Have you ever dreamt of walking through your
own vineyard, or imagined your name on anexquisite bottle of wine? Well, heres your chance!
You can reserve your own vineyard row in thevineyard surrounding the Ledson Castle which
will make up the Bordeauxblend hree Brothers. Eachrow will be specifically marked
with a personalized plaque
and vineyard row ownerswill receive an allocation of
exceptional hree Brothers wine displayingtheir name on the label.Is there a wedding in your future? he Castleoffers a magnificent and romantic setting where
you can begin a fairytale marriage. With a grandstaircase, circular driveway and lovely waterfountains, youll feel like royalty as you exchange
your vows.You may also want to consider staying at theluxurious Ledson Hotel on the historic SonomaPlaza, named by Conde Nast raveler as One ofthe 100 hottest new hotels around the globe. hehotel features six individually decorated guestrooms furnished in antique grandeur blended
with the finest modern comforts. Centre du Vin,
the hotels French inspired restaurant on thefirst floor, serves a seasonal menu using fresh,local products daily. It is also home to Zina HydeCunninghams tasting room featuring limited
production wines available only at the tastingroom or online at zinawinery.com. Numerous
wines are scoring 90 points or more. herestaurant opens at 11:30am and wine tasting isavailable from 10am 9pm.
S P O T L I G H T O N . . .
S P O T L I G H T O N . . .
Extraordinary Hospitality Exquisite Atmosphere Impeccable Wines
Ledson
This castle is a must
see. Bella English, The
Boston Globe
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Fl a n k e d b y t h eM a y a c a m a s
M o u n t a i n s o n t h e
e a s t a n d t h e S o n o m a
M o u n t a i n s o n w e s t ,S o n o m a V a l l e y , a l s ok n o w n a s t h e V a l l e y
of the Moon, carves amajestic swath through
t h e s o u t h e r n p a r t o f
Sonoma County. Whetheryou can only spend a day
or have a full weekend,Sonoma Valley makes for
the perfect Wine Countrygetaway.
V i s i t o r s t o S o n o m a
Va l l e y , w h i c h m a n yconsider the birthplace
o f t h e w i n e i n d u s t r y
i n C a l i f o r n i a , h a v et h e l u x u r y o f d o z e n so f o p t i o n s f o r w i n et a s t i n g . S t a r t o u t a t
Ledson Winery, a world-renowned architecturalm a r v e l a t t h e n o r t hend of the valley. hisincredible 16,000 square
foot French Normandy-style cast le has i t a l l w o n d e r f u l w i n e , a
g o u r m e t m a r k e t p l a c eand gift boutique.
A f t e r t h e c a s t l ehead south to ChateauS t . J e a n , a n o t h e ra r c h i t e c t u r a l w o n d e r
j u s t a f e w m i n u t e sdown Highway 12. he
winer y of fers beautifulgrounds with gorgeousMediterranean gardens,and a first-rate tasting
e x p e r i e n c e i n t h eReserve Room with someof Sonoma Valleys finest
wines.K e e p h e a d i n g s o u t h
f o r a v i s i t t o V a l l e yo f t h e M o o n W i n e r y ,
where you ll find a long
l is t o f del ic ious , wel l -p r i c e d w i n e s a n d a
wide selection of WineC o u n t r y g i f t s . A l s o ag r e a t d e s t i n a t i o n f o ra picnic, Valley of the
M o o n o f f e r s a l a r g ecovered picnic spot for
Sonoma Valley Sojourn
Ledson Winery & Vineyards
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SPOTLIGHTS BOTTLE TRIVIA
Split 1/2
bottle
375 ml
Bottle
750 ml
Magnum
1.5 liters/
2 bottles
Jeroboam
3 liters/
4 bottles
Double
Magnum
3 liters/
4 bottles
Rehoboam
4.5 liters/6 bottles
Methusalem
6 liters/
8 bottles
Imperial
6 liters/
8 bottles
Salamanazar
9 liters/
12 bottles
Balthazar
12 liters/
16 bottles
Nebuchadnezzar
15 liters/
20 bottles
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Lake County
Just a half hour north of the Napa
Valley and Mendocino County wineriesare the wine regions of Lake County. he
relaxed, rural atmosphere and clean aircontribute to the refreshing character ofthese unspoiled regions. Well-known as a
vacation and weekend getaway destination,Lake County is re-establishing its reputationfor producing fine wines.
Wi th an important exception, LakeCountys wine regions are around Clear
Lake, the large body of water that is themain focus of tourism within the county.he exception is Guenoc Valley, situatedalong Butts Canyon Road just north of theNapa County line. he Clear Lake districtliterally surrounds the lake; carved withinit are two sub-regions. he Red Hills districtis just to the southwest of the lake along
Highway 29 as it runs northwest towardKelseyville. he High Valley district liesalong the eastern shore of the lake, justto the north of Highway 20 between the
j u n c t i o n w i t h s t a t eHighway 53 and the townof Lucerne.
Clear Lake, with its
100 miles of shoreline,is Californias largestnatural freshwater lake.he parks, beaches andresorts around the lake are
popular spots for rest andrelaxation, family picnics,fishing, skiing, boating andswimming.
A one-day taste of LakeCounty is best achieved bysimply driving around thelake, a distance of some 60miles on highways 29, 20,and 53. Consult the mapand directories in this
section to plan your itinerary and stops.
Highway 175, five miles north of Kelseyville
will take you to Highway 101 if your evening
destination is in Mendocino or Sonomacounties.
he communities of Lake County
are alive with special events such as the
Heron Festival at Clear Lake State Park
(April); Wild West Day in Upper Lake and
Middletown Days in Middletown (June);
the Lake County Wine Adventure (July); the
Kelseyville Pear Festival (September); SteeleWines Harvest Festival (October); Memorial
Day, 4th of July, and Labor Day activities;
as well as concerts and entertainment
year-round at Robinson Rancheria Resort
& Casino. Call the Lake County Visitor
Information Center for information
on these and other events. he center islocated at 6110 East Hwy 20 in Lucerne. he
number is 800-525-3743 or 707-274-5652.
CLEAR LAKE
Willits
Ukiah
Hopland
Cloverdale
Geyserville
HealdsburgCalistoga
Middletown
Kelseyville Lower Lake
Upper Lake
Lucerne
Lake
Mendocino
Clear Lake
Lakeport To Colusa
Clearlake
29
101
29
101
29128
175
128
175
29
2053
Lake
Sonoma
SteeleWines.
Rosa DOro
Lake County VisitorInformation Center
DaysInn
Tulip Hill
Redwood Valley Cellars
Discovery Inn
Calpine GeothermalVisitor Center
Six Sigma
Twin PineCasino
Crazy Creek AirAdventures
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Discover Wine
with AltitudeLake County has been growing wine grapes
since the mid-19th Century, long before vine-
yards were established in Napa and Sonomacounties. Prohibition spelled the end of com-mercial wine growing in the region until the1960s, but Lake Countys wine industry isbooming again with nearly 20 wineries, 135growers and 8,800 acres of vineyards. Withineasy reach of Napa and Sonoma, savvy winetravelers are rediscovering the wines andbeauty of Lake Countys Wine Country. Weve
prepared a quick overnight tour to introduceour readers to this exciting destination.
Day One: Starting from St. Helena via
Pope Valley, your first stop is Langtry Es-tate. The winery overlooks the beautiful DetertReservoir, and produces outstanding PetiteSirah and Sauvignon Blanc. Leaving LangtryEstate drive North towards Hwy 29 and head to
Wildhurst Vineyardsin Kelseyville.The tasting room is located in the restored
Odd Fellows Hall building. Visitors are treatedto a variety of wines including the celebratedSauvignon Blanc as well as local merchandise.
Next, stroll down toStudebakers Deliandenjoy lunch where locals gather.
After lunch, get back on Hwy 29 and head to
Steele Wines. Jed Steele was the foundingwinemaker at Kendall-Jackson and continuesto turn out award winning Chardonnays. Whenyou are finished tasting, head to Upper Lake
and the beautifully restoredTallman Hotel.
Dinner is next door at the Blue Wing Sa-loonwhere you will enjoy homestyle cookingprepared from locally grown ingredients and
paired with local wines. Day Two:Before returning to Napa, head
south on Hwy 20 to Ceago Vinegarden.The beautiful winery rests on the shore of ClearLake. Learn about Biodynamic farming andplans for the upcoming resort. Continue southto Hwy 53 and merge onto Hwy 29 and returnto Napa via Calistoga. For winery hours see thedirectories in this section.
LAKE
COUNTY
Lake county islocated northof Calistoga andis a next doorto MendocinoCounty.
T h e V i s i t o rI n f o r m a t i o nCenter is locatedat 6110 E Hwy 20in Lucerne.
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WINERIES
Mendocino
Breggo Cellars11001 Hwy 128, Boonville;707-895-9589
Brutocao Cellars - Anderson
Valley
7000 Hwy 128, Philo;707-895-2152
Brutocao Cellars - Hopland
13500 S. Hwy 101, Hopland;
707-744-1664Claudia Springs Winery
1810 Hwy 128, Philo;707-895-3993
Goldeneye Winery
9200 Hwy 128, Philo;707-895-3202
Graziano Family of Wines13251 S. Hwy 101, Suite 3,
Hopland; 707-744-8466Greenwood Ridge Vineyards
5501 Hwy 128, Philo;707-895-2002
Handley Cellars
3151 Hwy 128, Philo;800-733-3151
Husch Vineyards
4400 Highway 128 Philo;
707-895-3216Jaxon Keys Winery &
Distillery
10400 S. Hwy 101, Hopland;877-462-0666
Jeriko Estate Winery
12141 Hewlitt and SturtevantRd, Hopland; 707-744-1140
Maple Creek Winery
20799 Hwy 128 Yorkville;707-895-3001
McDowell Valley Vineyards
13380 S. Hwy 101 Hopland;707-744-8911
McFadden Farm & Vineyards
13275 S Hwy 101 Ste. 5Hopland;707-743-1122
McNab Ridge Winery
13441 S. Hwy 101, Hopland;707-744-1986
Milano Winery
14594 S. Hwy 101, Hopland;707-744-1396
Navarro Vineyards
5601 Hwy 128 Philo; 707-895-3686
Nelson Family Vineyards
550 Nelson Ranch Rd., Ukiah;707-462-3755
Pacific Star Winery
33000 N. Hwy 1, Fort Bragg(12 miles north of town);707-964-1155
Pacific Star Winery
401 Main St., Fort Bragg (intown); 707-962-9463
Parducci Wine Cellars
501 Parducci Road, Ukiah;707-462-9463
Paul Dolan Vineyards
501 Parducci Rd, Ukiah;707-463-5357
Phillips Hill Estates
8627 Hwy 128, Philo;707-895-2209
Roederer Estate
4501 Hwy 128 Philo; 707-895-2288
Saracina Vineyards
11684 S. Hwy 101, Hopland;707-744-1671
Scharffenberger Cellars
8501 Hwy 128, Philo;707-895-2957
Silversmith Vineyards
3700 A Road J, Redwood
Valley; 707-485-1196Standish Wine Company
5101 Hwy 101, Philo;707-895-9213
Yorkville Cellars
25701 Hwy 128, Yorkville;707-894-9177
Zina Hyde Cunningham
Open 10: 00-5:00 Daily.
14077 Hwy 128 Boonville;707-895-ZINA
Lake County
Brassfield Estate
Open By Appointment10915 High Valley Road,Clearlake Oaks; 707-998-1895
Ceago Del Lago
5115 E. Hwy 20 Nice;707-274-1462
Cougars Leap Winery
9300 Seigler Springs Road N.,Kelseyville; 707-279-0651
Langtry Estate Vineyards &
Winery
21000 Butts Canyon Road,Middletown; 707-987-2385
Moore Family Winery
11990 Bottlerock RoadKelseyville ; 707-279-9279
Ployez Winery11171 S. Hwy 29 Lower Lake;707-994-2106
Rosa dOro Vineyards
3915 Main St. Kelseyville;707-279-0483
Shannon Ridge Winery
12599 E. Hwy 20, ClearlakeOaks; 707-998-9656
Six Sigma RanchOpen Daily13372 Spruce Grove Road,Lower Lake; 707-994-2086
Sol Rouge
Open By AppointmentPO Box 859 Kelseyville;707-279-9000
Steele Wines
4350 Thomas Drive,Kelseyville; 707-279-9475
Terrill Cellars Tuscan Village
16175 Main StreetLower Lake; 707-799-7530.
Tulip Hill Winery
Open 10:00- 6:00 Daily.4900 Bartlett Springs RoadNice; 707-274-9373
RESAURANS
Mendocino
Boonville HotelSpontaneous menus of simple,
fresh, local fare featuring
organic meats and locally-
grown produce. Dinner. 14050
Hwy. 128, Boonville; 707-
895-2210.
Lake County
Blue Wing Saloon
California comfort food,
microbrews and local wines.
Menu offers homestyle recipes
pairing the best of the regions
orchards, farms and vineyards.
9520 Main St. Upper Lake;
707-275-2233.
ACIVIIES
Mendocino
Grace Hudson Museum
History and anthropology
museum featuring Western
American art, California Indian
cultures, North Coast history,
and contemporary regionalartists. 431 South Main Street,
Ukiah; 707-467-2836.
Lake CountyCrazy Creek Air Adventures
Amazing views soaring above
Lake County just minutes
from the Napa Valley. 18897
Grange Rd, Middleetown;707-987-9293; www.
crazycreekairadventures.com
Twin Pine Casino & Hotel
Dining and entertainment
a few minutes away from
Napa Valley. Located in
Middletown; 800-564-4872;
www.twinpine.com.
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WINE AND DINE
The Wine Country ex-perience is probably asmuch about food as itis about wine. Nowhereelse are the basic in-gredients of great wineand food pairings moreabundant than in the
California Wine Country.Conditions that makethe region perfect forcultivating world-classwine grapes bless theWine Country withquality produce, herbs,meats, dairy products,
and other chefs essen-tials. Close proximity ofthe Pacific Ocean addsfresh seafood to thebounty. Access to finewines, including manynot available outsidethe Wine Country,
makes this the perfectlocation for creatinggreat cuisine. On the fol-lowing pages youll findlists and profiles of theWine Countrys best res-taurants, together withtips for getting the most
from your Wine Countrydining experiences.
CHEF CENTRAL
The Wine Country is home to some ofthe worlds most talented and innovativechefs. They come here for the spectacu-lar climate, produce, artisanal foods, andwines. No wonder the Wine Country ishome to so many fabulous restaurants.
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Napa Valley
Alex Restaurant
Offers dishes focused on the fundamentals of classic Italian cooking:handmade pasta, smart wine pairings, locally sourced food, andattention to detail. Lunch, dinner. 1140 Rutherford Rd., Rutherford;707-967-5500.
Bistro Don GiovanniNapa Valley cuisine with an Italian and Country French flavor;memorable ambiance featuring traditional fireplace and romanticoutdoor terraces. Lunch, dinner. 4110 Howard Lane, Napa; 707-224-3300.
Bottega
Chef Michael Chiarello serves seasonal farm-to-table Italian cuisineusing the locally/sustainably produced food. The menu is dividedinto Stuzzichini (bites to share), Antipasti, Pasta, Secondi (maincourse) and Contorni (vegetable side dishes). Lunch, dinner. 6525Washington St., Yountville; 707-945-1050.
Bouchon
Chef Jeffrey Cerciello serves award-winning French cuisine at thisrelative of the impossible-to-book French Laundry. Lunch, dinner.6534 Washington St. at Yount St., Yountville; 707-944-8037.
Cindys Backstreet Kitchen
This upscale eatery has become a beloved destination for locals andvisitors alike. It features a menu of delicious, cooked-from-scratchcuisine create
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