Baby goats are waiting to cuddle at local farm tours, the Healdsburg Certified Farmers’ Markets returns, a Really Goode Job with free rent is getting a lot of buzz, the Museum of Sonoma County and the Charles M. Schulz Museum reopens, and this month’s new experiences and openings are as vibrant as the floral hues carpeting Sonoma County’s hills and valleys.
Note: Sonoma County is in the Red Tier and visitors and residents are asked to continue to wear face coverings in public, practice physical distancing, and follow the public health authorities’ recommendations. Please be sure to review The Safe Travels Promise and our Coronavirus Updates before visiting.
WINERIES & WINE TOURS
St. Francis Winery & Vineyards Celebrates 50 Years with New ExperiencesMark a half-century legacy with the Kopf family’s wines at St. Francis in Kenwood, where guests will explore the rich Sonoma County heritage through anniversary-themed tasting flights, food-accompanied estate pairings, and award-winning wine and food pairings. Members will be presented with a one-of-a-kind, behind-the-scenes look at the winery’s sustainable viticulture practices.
St. Francis Winery & Vineyards President & CEO, Rick Bonitati, expressed his appreciation for this year’s new offerings as they chart a path for the future of the winery and the industry as a whole. “We are proud and honored to celebrate fifty years in Sonoma Valley and recognize the contributions of so many who helped us to become who we are today. While we work diligently to perform at the highest level of excellence with our current programs, it is the ingenuity of our dedicated staff that truly makes anything possible for the future,” stated Mr. Bonitati.
The 50th Anniversary wine is St. Francis Winery’s first ever sparkling wine, a vintage Blanc de Noir, crafted and bottled by winemaker Chris Louton.
St. Francis Winery & Vineyards
100 Pythian Road
Santa Rosa, CA
888-675-9463
https://www.stfranciswinery.com/
Eat, Drink, Be Merry Picnic at Croix Estate
Treat yourself to a tasting of Kirk P. Venge’s Sonoma County Pinot Noirs and Chardonnays at Croix Estate’s idyllic property vineyards and tasting room. As a private and appointment-only winery, visitors can sit back, relax, and bring their own picnic at the winery garden tables overlooking scenic views. Enjoy its serenity in this laidback experience, where a pre-poured flight of wines will accompany your lunch. A beverage cart will be provided at each reserved table for a contactless experience, including biodegradable utensils and plateware, water glasses, an extra set of wine glasses, disposable napkins, filtered water that’s been chilled, and self-serve wine service in mini-decanter format.
Appointment Only
Russian River Valley, Sonoma County
707-595-3803
https://www.croixestate.com
Friday Bubbly Hour and Breakfast at Breathless Wines
Take pleasure in the return of live music at Breathless Wines Tasting Room, where Friday evenings are now reserved for a pairing of refreshing sparkling or still wines with light snacks to kick off the weekend. Add a cheese and charcuterie box to the reservation and relish in delicious local treats while enjoying the glamorous art décor style adorning the tasting room built from reclaimed shipping containers. Make it a celebration with a Caviar Picnic option, where guests can enjoy a bottle of Blanc de Noirs with Caviar, Crème Fraiche and their famous potato chips. Let the music of local artists melt away the stresses of the week every Friday from 4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
On the last Sunday of each month between April and October, guests can now reserve a French-inspired breakfast at the rustically lavish garden tasting space, located just a short walk from the Healdsburg town square. Pair a sweet or savory French Crepe with a delicious glass of bubbles. Reservations available from 9:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
499 Moore Lane
Healdsburg, CA 95448
707-395-7300
https://www.breathlesswines.com/
Taste through Drive Wines at Locals Tasting Room
Discover some of Sonoma County’s newest small-lot wines at Locals Tasting Room in Geyserville, with a tasting of newcomer Drive Wines award-winning boutique wines. From aspiring winemakers John Musto and Tom Young, the 2021 release of Rosé of Pinot Noir and Sonoma Coast Syrah will tantalize taste buds for the curious wine lover. Dedicated to the craft of premium boutique wines, Drive Wines demonstrates the commitment to quality through single vineyard wine production.
“We started Drive in 2017 as a way to prove that we could build a small self-funded wine business from scratch.” says Drive Wines Co-Owner and Winemaker John Musto. “With the odds stacked against us, we’ve continued to persevere, and that ethos has really resonated with folks. Moving into a space like Locals will allow us to take the next step in sharing our story with the wine world”.
Enjoy tastings of 75 wines at Locals Tasting room, including Drive Wines, in charming downtown Geyserville, where historic buildings and vintage chic aesthetics offer the kindness of an older time paired with modern culinary indulgences.
Drive Wines at Locals Tasting Room
21023 Geyserville Ave.
Geyserville, CA 95441
707-857-4900
https://localstastingroom.com/
https://www.drivewines.com/
Private and Join-in Group Tours with Sonoma Wine Rides
Take your “travel pod” on the ultimate Sonoma County experience with Sonoma Wine Rides’ private tours, where custom crafted itineraries can include wine tastings, beer and cider tours, coastal excursions, ziplining through the redwoods, world-class dining and anything in between.
Take a Sonoma County Wine Tasting Tour with your smaller group and visit three wineries with complimentary water and charcuterie boxes. Explore different wine regions and book consecutive days with Sonoma Wine Rides for a worry-free getaway.
Sonoma Wine Rides
Sonoma County, CA
707-328-1408
https://sonomawinerides.com/
Journey through Lasseter Family Wine’s library vintages from the past into the present, discovering the estate-grown Rhone and Bordeaux blends in this newly unveiled tasting experience. Surrounded by sweeping views of Sonoma Valley, Lasseter Family Wines invites guests into an open-air garden patio inside the majestic gates. Enjoy a sighting of the Lasseter family dogs, Frank and Chocolate Mousse, while sipping on their organically farmed wines.
The Lasseter Family Estate has developed a natural eco-system with beehives, owl boxes and insectaries to provide homes for beneficial insects and predators. Blending naturally into a landscape of native plants, enjoy the equilibrium and harmony that plays out in the vineyards and the balanced wines.
Lasseter Family Wines
1 Vintage Lane
Glen Ellen, CA 95442
707-933-2814
https://www.lasseterfamilywinery.com/
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Experience Sonoma County, where Life Opens Up. Just as wine “opens up” when it’s allowed to breathe, Sonoma County inspires visitors to open up to new experiences. Just 30 miles north of San Francisco, Sonoma County is one of California’s top food and wine destinations, home to more than 425 wineries ranging from rustic to regal. Hike among towering redwoods, cruise along rugged Pacific coastline, and get to know inviting small towns. Or just sit back and take it all in. Because here, you’re free to go your own way. Sonoma County was named Wine Enthusiast magazine’s Wine Region of the Year. Discover why by visiting it yourself. Start planning today at www.sonomacounty.com or call 707-522-5800.
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