Spotlight's Wine Country Guide
The definitive guide to the heart of the California Wine Country since 1989
This winter make a plan to visit D’Argenzio Winery, a winery setting the pace in the urban wine scene in Santa Rosa with drop-in barrel tastings and a festive atmosphere in the least expected yet most convenient of locations. D’Argenzio is housed in the former cabinet shop where Ray … [Read more...]
Vezér Family Vineyard is a Suisun Valley Winery owned by Frank and Liz Vezér. Their vineyard is best known for its Petite Sirah and Zinfandel grapes, which are rated among the best in the region, and are used in well-known wines, such as Sin Zin and Ravenswood. The Suisun Valley has the perfect … [Read more...]
Valley of the Moon Winery has enjoyed a rich and illustrious past dating back to 1860. Since its purchase by Kenwood Vineyards in early March of 1997, the winery has experienced a renaissance, which combines elements of the property’s colorful and significant past with its glorious new future as a … [Read more...]
The best souvenirs from any destination are the memories you keep. Napa Valley Bike Tours' goal is to ensure that the time you spend biking through Wine Country becomes the favorite thing you did during your trip, and creates your most lasting memories, whether you join them for a few hours, a … [Read more...]
There’s something special about taking a hot air balloon ride over Northern California’s Wine Country. The air is clear, the sun shines brighter and a sense of relaxation awaits you. Special occasions are often used as an excuse to sip champagne above the vineyards but why wait. The combined … [Read more...]
About every 30 minutes, visitors to the Old Faithful Geyser of California are treated to an eruption of steam and scalding water spraying 60 to 100 feet in the air. There are only two other “old faithful” geysers in the world that have earned the title due to their regular eruptions. This … [Read more...]
If you’re looking for consistently great wines and lots of selections you can’t find back home, Whitehall Lane on Highway 29 near St. Helena is a must stop. Whitehall Lane first opened in 1979, but it’s when the Leonardini family purchased the winery in 1993 that the awards and accolades began … [Read more...]
Beringer Vineyards is the oldest continuously operating winery in the Napa Valley and the first to offer public tours. Beringer continues its commitment to offer guests original and inspiring wine country experiences. Guests at Beringer Vineyards can follow their fancy–or many fancies–with a … [Read more...]
Here are links to top-rated lodging in Napa Valley, Sonoma Valley, and the Healdsburg area, which are the three most popular Wine Country destinations. Napa Valley Top Lodging Sonoma Valley Top Lodging Healdsburg Area Top Lodging The Wine Country offers a variety of lodging options … [Read more...]
Here are lists of over 100 top-rated Wine Country restaurants, including 11 awarded stars by the Michelin Guide. Click here for the top-rated restaurants in the Wine Country. We have compiled separate lists for Napa Valley, Sonoma Valley, and the Healdsburg Area. In total we list over 100 … [Read more...]
