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Patz & Hall Winery

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We didn’t join the club, but these wines were exceptional and I’ll be back!

Sonoma ValleyRachel BakerAugust 2, 2024Patz & Hallchardonnay, pinot noir, sparkling wine

Sonoma-Cutrer Vineyards

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Not sure the Chardonnay is worth making this a visit.

Sonoma ValleyRachel BakerJuly 26, 2024sonoma-cutrerchardonnay

Kokomo Winery

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Definitely worth a stop!

Sonoma ValleyRachel BakerJuly 19, 2024Kokomo Winerysauvignon blanc

Pine Ridge Vineyards

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Come for the Cab, but pick up some exceptional white while you’re here.
(And it’s dog friendly!)

Napa ValleyRachel BakerJuly 12, 2024Pine Ridge Vineyardviognier, Cabernet Sauvignon

Stony Hill Vineyard

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Come for the exceptional whites with a side of architecture.

Napa ValleyRachel BakerJune 28, 2024Stony Hill Vienyardchardonnay, Riesling

Dunston Wines

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We joined the club.

Sonoma ValleyRachel BakerJune 21, 2024Dunstan Winespinot noir, chardonnay

Vineyard 29

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Maybe the view is good on a sunny day?

Napa ValleyRachel BakerJune 14, 2024Vineyard 29cabernet franc, Cabernet Sauvignon

Chappellet

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Napa prices kept us from purchasing more of this juice.

Napa ValleyRachel BakerJune 9, 2024chappellet winerymalbec, pinot noir

Meadowcroft Wines

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A low key tasting room experience with solid wines.

Sonoma ValleyRachel BakerJanuary 5, 2024Meadowcroft Winespinot noir, sangiovese, Zinfandel, cabernet franc

Hartford Family Wines

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Don’t let the legacy fool you. This is a great tasting for lovers of Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Zinfandel.

Sonoma ValleyRachel BakerDecember 29, 2023Hartford Family WineZinfandel, syrah, pinot noir, chardonnay

Westwood Wines

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Comfy furniture and a cozy fireplace. Decent—but expensive—wine.

Napa ValleyRachel BakerDecember 22, 2023westwood wineCabernet Sauvignon, pinot noir

DuMOL Wines

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Quality tasting for the Single Vineyard nerds. We’ll be back!

Sonoma ValleyRachel BakerDecember 17, 2023duMOL winesRussian River, pinot noir, chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon

Lynmar Estate

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Drink great Pinot and Chardonnay with an incomparable view.

Sonoma ValleyRachel BakerOctober 20, 2023Lynmar EstateRussian River, chardonnay, pinot noir

Davis Bynum

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A definite stop for the wine geeks and anyone who loves classic Russian River wines.

Sonoma ValleyRachel BakerOctober 13, 2023Rodney Strong VineyardsRussian River, pinot noir, chardonnay

Longboard Vineyards

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Great atmosphere. “Credible” wine, but nothing that will knock your socks off.

Sonoma ValleyRachel BakerOctober 7, 2023longboard vineyardspinot noir, sparkling wine, Russian River

Indian Peak Vineyards

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If you find yourself in the Manton AVA, stop at Indian Peak Vineyards!

EnotourismRachel BakerSeptember 17, 2023Indian Peak Vineyardsbordeaux blend, Merlot

Alamitos Vineyards

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I mean, I guess if you’re already in the park it’s worth a stop?

Santa Cruz MountainsRachel BakerAugust 19, 2023Alamitos Vineyards

Livermore AVA

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While I don’t think this will become my new favorite AVA, it was certainly a fun day with good wine!

Livermore AVARachel BakerAugust 11, 2023livermore, CACabernet Sauvignon, bordeaux blend

Goosecross--an update

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Still in love with the Branta. Not in love with the price increases.

Napa ValleyRachel BakerAugust 4, 2023Goosecross CellarsZinfandel

Ashes & Diamonds Winery

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The food was better than the wine. Only come here for the ‘gram.

Napa ValleyRachel BakerJuly 28, 2023Ashes and Diamonds Winerynatural wine

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