Martin Ray Winery - Santa Rosa, California
While it has born various names, this historic site is distinguished as the oldest winery in continuous operation in Sonoma County and one of the oldest wineries in California! To see my review of Martin Ray and pictures check out California Wine Tasting Adventures:
Two Shepherds Vineyards #1 - Rincon Valley Wine & Craft Beer, Santa Rosa, CA
This week we sit down with William Allen of Two Shepherds and talk about Rhone styles and specifically his Grenache Blanc. This is the first of a few videos that will feature William as we chatted for almost an hour. Sit back with a glass and learn along with us!
About Rincon Valley Wine & Craft Beer -
We are pouring a variety of beers from our tasting bar each day. As the business grows so will the number of brews we will have available. Eventually we hope to have at least 15-20 available at any time. They come in 4 oz pours and give you a great opportunity to compare styles and try before you buy.
From local to international wines and beers, we have hand-selected a wonderful variety for you to choose from in all price ranges for your tastes. Our craft beer selection includes some of your favorites including a great choice of Belgian brews.
Come in and relax and enjoy discovering something new or have an old favorite. We bring the passion and knowledge of brewers and winemakers to you.
Open Tuesday - Sunday
Rincon Valley Wine & Craft Beer
4927 SONOMA HIGHWAY
SANTA ROSA, CA 95409
The California Wine Club presents Courtney Benham Winery
Courtney Benham has seen wine from every which way, and his small artisan winery is the culmination of years of dedication. During more than two decades in the wine business, Courtney has come to know wine from many angles. Growing up, he worked hard in his dad’s Central Valley vineyards. In his twenties, with his brother he created the fantastically successful Blackstone brand. After selling that venture, Courtney created Martin Ray Winery to produce high-end varietal wines in honor of this legendary California winemaker. His Courtney Benham Wines give consumers another great choice and has led him to become more involved with the production of wine and different winemaking techniques.
Barrel Tasting 2011
Weekend #1 we bang the gong w/Randy Pitts @Harvest Moon, chat up Bret Michaels @Martin Ray and drop in on Hook and Ladder, Benovia and Inspiration. Dig the muzak by Nicki Bluhm and the Gramblers. No one shoots better wine video than sideshowvideo.com.
Welcome to Lynmar Estate
Lynmar Estate is situated on a unique and picturesque site with rolling vineyards bordered by the Laguna de Santa Rosa watershed. The vineyard,with vines over forty years old, 15 clones of Pinot Noir and 4 clones of Chardonnay has an array of canopy and rootstock combinations that yield exquisite fruit. Our state-of-the-art, gravity flow winery and caves is an ideal environment for making and aging ultra-premium wine. Our hospitality center graces the beauty of the site with simple elegance.
SONOMA : Artesia / Cordinu winery
Shows one of our favorite wineries near our home in Sonoma. GREAT views and art work..wine good too, but servers are a bit too snobby, for sure.
Paradise Ridge Winery in Santa Rosa
Paradise Ridge Winery in Santa Rosa is one of my favorite places to explore in the entire area. This winery is located on the top of a hill and has a fantastic view from the tasting room. It also is the home to more than two dozen massive sculptures, some of which were from Burning Man. You are free to walk through the sculpture gardens and even the small trail through the vineyard itself. Paradise Ridge Winery in Santa Rosa is a must visit and is one of the most fun wineries in California.
Thanks to Rene Byck and the Visit Santa Rosa team for showing me around. Read more at CaliforniaThroughMyLens.com
Music: Eagle Rock - Wes Hutchinson
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Broadway Under The Stars in Jack London State Park 2013 concerts in Wine Country (Napa,Sonoma)
Tickets on sale now!
WINNER Best Special Theater Event Broadway World San Francisco 2012
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Produced by the Transcendence Theatre Company
Join us in wine country for our second season of Broadway Under The Stars in Jack London State Park!
Broadway Under The Stars in Jack London State Park is a series of award winning concerts in the heart of wine country, Sonoma, California, featuring professional Broadway and Hollywood performers singing the best of Broadway and popular music in the majestic open-air winery ruins in the park.
Last year's season won the award for BEST SPECIAL THEATER EVENT from Broadway World San Francisco and included Broadway performers from Wicked, Mamma Mia, Les Miserables, Chicago, Gypsy, Hairspray, White Christmas, Mary Poppins and more.
A portion of every ticket is given to benefit Jack London State Park and the success of these concerts plays a vital role in the sustaining of the threatened park for generations to come. Each evening begins with pre-show picnicking on the great lawn, alongside the vineyards of the park (with multiple wineries pouring and food and wine available for purchase), and concludes with an evening of inspirational entertainment that Before It's News dubbed ...goosebumps all around.
In the words of the Sonoma Index-Tribune, At the risk of redundancy, hyperbole and shameless fawning, we are compelled to acknowledge once again the extraordinary gift to the Sonoma Valley that is the Transcendence Theatre Company... 'Broadway Under the Stars'... is composed of stellar performers with sterling credentials and oh-my-God gifts of music and dance.
This is a perfect evening entertainment idea for family reunions, corporate gatherings, service clubs,
Visit the website for more information and tickets TranscendenceTheatre.org
Tickets - $29 - $117
Broadway Under The Stars Concert Series: June 28 - August 31 2013
Fly Me To The Moon June 28, 29, 30, July 5,6
Fantastical Family Night July 19, 20
Dancing Through Life August 9,10,15, 16, 17
Gala Celebration August 30, 31
5pm Pre-show Picnicking on the Beauty Lawn
7:30pm All Concerts begin in the Breathtaking Outdoor Winery Ruins
Jack London State Park
Sonoma County
2400 London Ranch Road
Glen Ellen, CA 95442
1 877 424-1414
This video features the performing talents of: Carrie Manolakos, Nicolas Dromard, Leah Horowitz, Darryl Semira, Sheri Sanders, Jeff Edgerton, Andrea Sweeney, Anneliese van der Pol, Ari Fife, Brad Surosky, Brian Golub, Brooke Tansley, Casey Hebbel, Christopher Youngsman, Danielle Truitt, Elizabeth Earnheart Santana, Eric Jackson, Heath Hyche, J. Austin Eyer, Julia Tobey, Katie Kerwin, Laurie Wells, Leah Sprecher, Amy Miller, Melissa Giattino, Michael Galyon, Mike Kirsch, Molly Alvarez, Nicole Mangi, Nili Bassman, Peter Porte, Rachel Thomas, Randi Kaye, Robert Petrarca, Ron DeStefano, Sam Strasfeld, Stephan Stubbins, Stephanie Cadman, Steve Mazurek, Tinuke Oyefule, Victoria Matlock and Wendy Rossoff
Thank you to our 2012 and 2013 SPONSORS and ticket partners: Benziger Family Winery, SONOMA Magazine, Sonoma Valley Vintners & Growers, The Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa, Deerfield Ranch Winery, The Dance Center Santa Rosa, Something About Sonoma, Signs Now, Valley Of The Moon Winery, Kenwood Vineyards, Parkpoint Health Clubs, AJ Printing and Graphics Incorporated, Christopher Oscar Realtor, Sierra Nevada, Maclaren, Loxton Cellars, One Coconut Water, Iron Horse, Arrowood Vineyards and Winery, Moondance Cellars, Ravenswood Winery, Hawkes, Gunlach Bundschu, Friedman's Home Improvement, Lagunitas Brewery, Muscardini Cellars, Little Vineyards, Ray Mabry Photography, Moshin Vineyards, The Law Offices of Chip Allen, Envolve Winery, Korbel California Champaign, Imagery Estate Winery, Flamingo Conference Resort and Spa, Rotary International of Glen Ellen and Kenwood, Medtronic, and Kaiser Permanente
Ulises Valdez, vineyard manager extraordinaire, tells his tale.
Ulises Valdez, one of the nicest people you will ever meet, gives a detailed account of his history and how he became one of the GREATEST Vineyard Managers in California.
Ulises' tale of tenacity is amazing. Here from the man himself as he talks about growing up one of eight brothers and sisters, no father, and having to start work at the age of 8 in the fields. His story is amazing and so are his wines.
WINE SPECTRUM
2011 Valdez Zinfandel 'St Peter's Church', Alexander Valley
2012 Valdez Chardonnay, Sonoma Coast
A great article on Ulises from Wine Review
Pine Ridge Vineyards - Napa, California
Pine Ridge Vineyards was established in 1978, the winery is tucked into wide side hills located along the Silverado Trail in the Napa Valley. They specialize in Chardonnay and Bordeaux varietals. To see a review and more pictures, click the link below:
A Day at the Wineries in Sonoma
Having some fun at Silver Oak and Coppola Wineries with my family and Armando and Mayda, later meeting up with Irv and Marilyn at Seghesio. A perfect day indeed.
Virginia Farming: The Ag District/Chrysalis Vineyards
Hi, everybody. Welcome to Virginia Farming. I'm Amy Roscher. Today, we're in Loudoun County and we're visiting Chrysalis Vineyards. It's a name you may recognize. It's a very prominent vineyard here in Virginia, but there's a lot more going on here at Chrysalis than you may realize. There's actually an ag district here. It's a whole farm. We're going to take a look at that on this episode of Virginia Farming.
Maryhill's Winemaker Richard Batchelor
Meet Maryhill Winery's Winemaker Richard Batchelor. A native New Zealander, Richard joined Maryhill in 2009 after highly decorated stints with several Napa Valley wineries. His extensive knowledge of viticulture and ability to create full-flavored and complex wines has helped take Maryhill to the next level. Richard directs all production activities at the winery, including winemaking, bottling and harvest coordination.
Climate Smart Farming Story: Six Mile Creek Vineyard
Paul King of Six Mile Creek Vineyard located in Ithaca, NY discusses extreme weather and climate variability.
Sierra Vintners
This is just a brief look at the Sierra Vintners Association. Sierra Vintners is made up of 15 different wineries in and around the beautiful towns of Grass Valley and Nevada City in the Nevada County wine region. Check it out for yourself. For more information, go to sierravintners.com!
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Thorn • Clarke Milton Park Chardonnay
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The Best Vineyard in the World?
Hilton Hotel @ Santa Rosa
Hilton Hotel @ Santa Rosa
3220 Old Lawley Toll Road ~ Napa Valley Home For Sale
Ideal Napa Valley Country Cottage. Situated on a lovely Country Lane close to the town of Calistoga, great dining, shopping, hiking and so much more. Nestled on a beautiful site with large trees, roses, and rolling grasses. Enter through an electric gate to the property, lovely walkways, flag stone patios and lounging areas. Home features hardwood floors, French doors and many windows to enjoy the gardens. Each bedroom is private and well appointed. Stylish design to call your very own! Calistoga and Solage
are moments away...Solage Calistoga approximately 7 mins. & Santa Rosa Airport approx. 40 mins. Visit