The Guys of Highway 12 Winery
Michael Sebastiani has been in the vineyards since he was ten, if not younger. In his 20s he began working with Paul Giusto at Viansa Sonoma. While there they hatched the idea of starting their own brand. Highway 12 passes through the iconic vineyards of Russian River Valley, Sonoma Valley, Los Carneros and Napa Valley. No better name could capture the essence of the wine they wanted to offer. In this podcast you'll hear what it takes to start and operate a winery as they speak candidly about the challenges and their ultimate success with Highway 12, Carneros Highway and The Highwayman. It's time to travel On The Wine Road.
Vineyards along Highway 12 - Sonoma, California
Vineyards along Highway 12 - Sonoma, California
Geysers Road Bridge Sonoma California
The Geysers Road Bridge in Sonoma County, California, is a relocated railroad bridge that was originally in use as a railroad bridge in a different location and then recycled to highway use in a new location in California. There is a very interesting discussion regarding this bridge on the website: Bridgehunters -
Fire: Highway 12 in Sonoma (Tuesday, Oct. 10)
Burned landscape on Highway 12 in Sonoma, north of Madrone. Video by Beth Schlanker. See updates at
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North from Sonoma on Highway 12.
A brisk Sunday morning drive from the bridge connecting Petaluma Avenue to Highway 12, then north past the Maxwell Farms regional park, Boyes Hot Springs, Fetters Hot Springs, and Aqua Caliente. Turning south on Arnold Drive, we see Glen Ellen, then the Sonoma State Developmental Center near Jack London State Historical Park, and pass by Eldridge and El Verano, finally stopping at Watmaugh Road.
Sonoma Valley Wine Trolley Tour Mark Leonardi Imagery Benziger Paradise Ridge Mayo Sonoma Barracks
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Located in the San Francisco Bay area in southeastern Sonoma County is the Valley considered the birthplace of the California wine industry. The Sonoma Valley runs from Santa Rosa in the north to the San Pablo Bay in the south. Formed between the Mayacamas Mountains and Sonoma Mountains, Sonoma Valley was home to the earliest California Vineyards which survived both the phylloxera epidemic of the 1870s and the effects of 20th century prohibition.
Today along with being the home to over 100 wineries, The Valley plays host to events year-round. Along with historic wineries Sonoma Valley encompasses many other historic sites including the Jack London State Historic Park which preserves the land that Jack London called home. Visiting the Sonoma Valley includes hot springs resorts, historical buildings, and the history of the settlement of California by the missionaries.
The vineyards of the Sonoma Valley are as varied as the tastes of its wine. Award winning wines from Sonoma are made in wineries that include castles, Mediterranean influenced villas, garden chateaus and modern lounges. Grand estates, quaint wine cellars and subterranean caves are all a part of the winery tour experience in Sonoma Valley.
A proper tour of the Sonoma Valley begins on the Sonoma Valley Wine Trolley. Whether you are a seasoned wine enthusiast, a novice, a sommelier or a history buff the Sonoma Valley Wine Trolley offers an informative overview of the valley during a fun, friendly, relaxing, care free day.
The Sonoma Valley Wine Trolley is a six-hour adventure aboard a replica California cable car. Your hand-built cable car is based on the original blueprints from the San Francisco cable cars that were in operation from the 1890s through the 1930s. It is an all wooden carriage detailed right down to the brass bell. The modern conveniences of the day have been added including a state-of-the-art sound system and PA, along with connections for iPod and iPhone. The Sonoma Valley Wine Trolley is an open-air cable car that lets you experience a panoramic view as you visit four of the world class wineries of The Valley.
Your conductor on the guided Sonoma Valley Wine Trolley will explain the history, legacies, and folklore as you travel the green valley from vineyard to vineyard. The Sonoma Valley Wine Trolley is a group friendly event that encourages making new friends along the way.
The day on the Wine Trolley includes a catered picnic lunch prepared by the Girl & the Fig Restaurant, noted for their country French cuisine, a visit to four selected wineries for a taste of the treasures of Sonoma and a day of knowledgeable adventure. The Sonoma Valley Wine Trolley departs from Sonoma Plaza at 10:30 AM and returns at 4:30 PM. You must be 21 years old to purchase a ticket for the exclusive wine tasting adventures aboard the Sonoma Valley Wine Trolley.
Along with the historical education, laughs and priceless views the Trolley tour visits four wineries. Winery visits on the tour vary because of seasonal and special events happening on certain days, the tour will always include a visit to four premium wineries for a semi-private tasting. Winery tasting fees are separate, ranging from $20-$30 per vineyard.
Wineries are selected for daily tours from the list of twelve regularly visited by the tour conductors of the Sonoma Valley Wine Trolley. The selected wineries are chosen to provide visitors with a general overview of the Sonoma Valley Wine experience. Each of the chosen wineries offer a unique vineyard property and premium vintages. The list includes:
Ravenswood Winery - Buena Vista Winery - Imagery Winery - Mayo Family Winery - Madrone Estate Winery - Paradise Ridge - Larson Winery - Gloria Ferrar – Jacuzzi - Valley of The Moon - VJB Winery - BR Cohen
The replica cable cars of the Sonoma Valley Wine Trolley are available for private charter and rentals for company and personal events. As a unique transport for the wedding party, family tours, birthday parties, corporate promotions or fun for a group of family and friends you can charter a historically detailed cable car. Details and reservations are available by calling 707- 938 – 2600.
Reservations for the Sonoma Valley Wine Trolley can be made online up to 3 hours before a tour departure.
The Sonoma Valley Wine Trolley is located at 21707 8th Street East, Suite B - Sonoma, California 95476
Phone: (707) 938-2600
On the Road in Sonoma County
Take a tour of Sonoma County, California as you discover vineyards, redwood forests, beaches and rivers.
Can you name all the spots in the video? See below for a quick list of where to find this scenery...
00:00 Sonoma Valley
00:02 City of Sonoma
00:04 Sonoma Coast State Beach
00:07 Highway 12 in Sonoma Valley
00:09 Washoe House in Petaluma
00:11 Gravenstein Apple Trees in Sebastapol
00:12 Bodega Harbor
00:16 Jimtown Store in Alexander Valley
00:22 Downtown Guerneville
00:24 Jenner
00:26 The Barlow, Sebastopol
00:28 Town of Bodega
00:32 Outside Duncans MIlls
00:34 Dry Creek Valley, Healdsburg
00:35 Jenner
00:37 Glen Ellen
00:39 Alexander Valley
00:47 Bodega Bay Harbor
00:54 Windsor
Sonoma Wine Country - California - July 2019 - Roadtrip Vlog
Sonoma Wine Country is the other half of the wine producing region of the Bay Area. Although both areas share a world famous wine and food heritage, both could not be more different from each other. Sonoma is laid back with wide open wineries and less tourists.
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Fire: Highway 12 in Kenwood
Highway 12 between Kenwood and Glen Ellen. Video by Beth Schlanker. Oct. 9, 2017. Latest updates at
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Driving through wineries of Sonoma County, California
Driving from Santa Rosa, California towards FWY 80 westbound through Sonoma using SR 116, 121, and 12.
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Highway 12 Project, Sonoma County
The fate of the Highway 12 project in the Sonoma Valley is in the hands of the California State Department of Finance. This project is critical to Boyes Hot Springs, Fetters Hot Springs, and Agua Caliente, and impacts everyone who uses this main corridor between Sonoma and Santa Rosa
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Discover Sonoma Wineries HD 2012
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The Cottage Inn & Spa, Sonoma, California
Enjoy all that we have to offer
A block from Sonoma’s quaint town square, step into the Cottage Inn & Spa and be transformed by its peaceful setting. Enjoy a private room and suite featuring unique architectural design elements, some with fireplaces, Jacuzzi tubs, kitchens, and private patios. All stays include a in room continental breakfast, Wi-Fi, health club privileges, and a complimentary wine pass to many Sonoma Valley wineries.
If you are seeking a romantic hotel for a wine country getaway, the Cottage Inn & Spa is your answer. Our attentive staff is always available to make sure your wine country vacation is memorable.
Stay. Relax. Enjoy.
Living in Sonoma
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Santa Rosa Fires: Mandatory evacuation for Santa Rosa Hwy. 12
Mandatory evacuation ordered for Hwy 12 between Adobe Canyon Rd in Kenwood and Calistoga Rd in Santa Rosa. This includes both sides of Hwy 12 and any/all side roads in between, including Skyhawk, Oakmont, and much of Rincon Valley. Video by Martin Espinoza. Breaking news updates for Saturday, Oct. 14, 2017 at
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Wildfire rages across California wine country l ABC News
Mandatory evacuations are underway as the Kincade Fire, fueled by powerful winds, burned at least 7,000 acres in under three hours.
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Smoke billows from Highway 12 fire, May 10, 2018
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Highway 12 from Santa Rosa through Kenwood and Glen Ellen to Sonoma
Time lapse drive on beautiful Highway 12 in Sonoma County, Northern California. Aria from JS Bach Goldberg Variations, performed by the Jacques Loussier Trio.
This Week in Sonoma Valley - October 12
This week in Sonoma Valley - all the events in wine country you need to know.
Fall colors – air is crisp, the nights are cozy and the leaves in the vineyards are starting to change.
We have a list of places to see the fall colors at SonomaValley.com, including a scenic 6-mile drive from Glen Ellen to Santa Rosa.
Here’s what’s up this week in Sonoma, for October 11, 2018…