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16th Annual Gary Farrell Crab Dinner

The local Dungeness Crab season was a bit delayed again but is now in full swing. Just in time for the return of one of our favorite events of the year. Dine under twinkling lights in Gary Farrell’s barrel room with Director of Winemaking Theresa Heredia and the Gary Farrell Winery Team for a decadent […]

Pinot on the River

The annual Pinot on the River was a fun-filled Saturday of Pinot Noir, in the beautiful Russian River Valley. Winemakers and other Pinot-loving consumers mingled and enjoyed limited production West Coast Pinot Noirs. Including the Grand Tasting, with 40 wineries plus guest Artisan Food Vendors. LGBT Wine Society and LGBT Wine Map was a sponsor of […]

Flamingo Resort, Santa Rosa

Nestled in perfectly landscaped gardens and offering a state-of-the-art health club and spa, this hotel in Santa Rosa, California is ideal for exploring world-class wineries in Sonoma and Napa. The Flamingo Resort is a mid-century marvel in The Valley of the Moon. Newly remodeled from head to toe, the buildings, rendered with natural materials and […]

Charlie Palmer’s Dry Creek Kitchen

Coffee Brined Pork TenderloinINGREDIENTS:• pork tenderloins, 2• fresh brewed coffee, 2 cups• water, 2 cups• kosher salt, ¼ cup• granulated sugar, 2 tablespoons• brown sugar, 1 tablespoon• molasses, 1 tablespoon• thyme, fresh 2 sprigs• garlic cloves, 5• bay leaf, 1 PREP:• In a medium sauce pot add coffee, water, granulated sugar, salt, brown sugar, molasses, […]

LGBT+ Wine Map Coming Summer 2022!

Reach thousands in the LGBT+ community by joining the inaugural LGBT Wine Map featuring Sonoma County LGBT+ friendly wineries.• Bi-annual Print and Digital versions.• Distribution throughout Bay Area / Sonoma County.• Expanded visibility throughout the year at various Pride events across California, Gay Wine Week and other LGBT+ events. ADDED VALUE BENEFITS*• Charter membership in […]

Eco Terreno 2017 CUVÉE ACERO SAUVIGNON BLANC

Eco Terreno Sauvignon Blanc grapes are grown on richer, loamier soils for better canopy protection and distinct varietal aromas and flavors. Using a full range of clones and blocks to create a wine of greater complexity, including old vine block which is planted with an heirloom clone considered one of the best choices for Alexander […]

Sebastiani 2016 Cherryblock Cabernet Sauvignon

Medium to deep ruby, the 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon Cherryblock Vineyard is intensely scented of cassis, baked black plum, blueberry coulis and red cherry preserves with touches of allspice, incense, cedar, dried leaves and warm earth plus a streak of graphite. The palate is medium to full-bodied with still youthfully wound fruit, a firm, grainy texture […]

Gloria Ferrer – Carneros Cuvée Rosé

The Carneros Cuvée Rosé is the Tête de Cuvée. It represents the best fruit from 335 acres of estate vineyards as well as our winemaking expertise in the art of blending. This special Cuvée Rosé is only produced in select vintage years. This wine is remarkably bright and complex and represents the ultimate statement of […]

Marimar Estate 2015 Dobles Lías Chardonnay

Nestled in the rolling hills of western Sonoma County, the Russian River/Green Valley appellation is a perfect microclimate for growing Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. This is where Marimar Torres started planting her vineyards in 1986. The wines are made entirely from estate-grown grapes. The vineyard is unique in California because it is totally European in […]

Corner 103 NV Sparkling Rosé

Lloyd Davis opened Corner 103 on the historic Sonoma Square in April 2015. His goals were to create a unique environment where his guests would feel comfortable learning all aspects of wine in a friendly, non-intimidating, and fun way; continue his track record of producing approachable, award winning wines; and demonstrate the proper way to […]