My brother in-law attended a Winemaker's dinner there back in April. Chef Michelle prepared a…read more5-course pairing for Matt Smith's Sassoferrato wines. It was beautiful evening for an intimate gathering. The event was lovely, I was bummed to miss it but I wanted to share photos from the event.

Jimtown is back! The bao and dumplings are absolutely amazing, the ambience is warm and inviting,…read moreand the staff made us feel so welcome with their friendliness. We loved the location and can't wait to come back!

Really enjoyed our experience at Hawkes. Their wine was fantastic, we especially enjoyed their…read morereds. They have a huge outdoor area with plenty of shade. They are dog friendly. We got our tasting fee waived since we purchased bottles which we appreciated.

What an amazing experience! The atmosphere was so beautiful and the wines are lovely. Cheryl was…read moreincredible. She has a wealth of knowledge of the area and was super attentive and easy to talk with. I would highly recommend visiting. Just be prepared to spend an entire afternoon sipping wine with great company!

Our friends are wine club members and encouraged us to check out Hanna for a tasting while we were…read moreout in Sonoma! Located a bit north of Sonoma, it was a lovely scenic drive to find Hanna! The estate is gorgeous, spanning many acres of rolling vineyards. The picturesque tree accents the tasting experience as you sit out on the patio to try their many many delicious wines! I loved that this was a smaller, more intimate experience and our wine expert, Shelby, was phenomenal! She continuously went above and beyond to ensure we had the best experience...very knowledgeable, sweet, and enjoyable. The wines were stunning! Hanna specializes in red and white varietals, so there truly is something for everyone. We particularly loved their red blends and Zinfandel. We even ordered some bottles for delivery! While this winery is a bit removed from some of the higher traffic areas of wine country, it is absolutely worth the trip and experience! Loved every second of it!

We came here with our friends who are members for a "Pick Up" party. I love when wineries host…read moreparties to make it enjoyable for their members to come pick up their bottles. Makes it fun and festive. They had a beautiful charcuterie set up in the middle of the tasting room with many different kinds of cheeses, cured meats, dried fruits, fresh veggie sticks or slices, nuts, chocolate covered fruits, crackers, olives, spreads and breads. They also had this amazing bruschetta made with their own sun gold tomatoes! The whole table was just gorgeous! Couldn't stop eating. We were welcomed with a rosé when we checked in. But if you want more tastes, you simply walk up to the bar and ask for your next toast. I loved that feeling of walking to a bar and asking for my next pour. The "bartenders" were all warm and friendly, and had full knowledge and complete confidence in all their wines. We ended our pick up party with a small walk to take pictures in their rows of vines. Breath taking when it's fail with all the autumn colors. Gorgeous property with good wines.

Came to Matanzas for the second time because it's a beautiful winery…read more Recommendations: 1. Definitely make time to explore the lavender fields. It's part of their charm! 2. During summer right now, they have a Golden Hour Series to watch the sunset with live music (we got to experience a talented blue grass band) - tickets are only $10. They also have food trucks available for food 3. Enjoy the outdoor seating as the air is fresh, the summers are warm, and it's just an overall beautiful scene Miscellaneous: - Parking available onsite - Can bring your own food

One of the best small wineries in the area. Fabulous grounds with lavender fields (where we did…read moreyoga) and an antique wooden storage barn and fragrant products like soaps, honey etc. There is also a bocce court and a few special outdoor picnic tables you can reserve for groups. Their wines were delicious; the whites had a hint of elderflower scent and there was a nice, lighter Chardonnay, not too buttery. For reds, the Cab was full bodied and fruity. Their Malbec tastes authentic and showed off the winemaker's South American roots. Our very knowledgeable and cheerful guide Nicole, said the winemaker came from Chile. Her descriptions were helpful and she had a friendly, energetic enthusiasm which showed a true love of her job. The was a good full plate of cheeses and salamis available. They even gave us a "to go" cup to wander around the grounds, so overall it was a very generous pour to sample! Highly recommended to book in advance and allow time to explore the grounds.

***3.5 Stars***…read more Beautiful grounds with a gorgeous tasting room! Medlock Ames definitely impresses when it comes to their estate. Their tasting room is located right in the heart of Alexander Valley and is surrounded by lush and vibrant gardens. They have an adorable patio space with great views of both their gardens and vineyards. Their indoor tasting room is so hip and chic. It features a center tasting bar that is surrounded by beautiful artwork and a backwall that showcases their wine cellar. My friend and I came here for a tasting and we had a very pleasant time. Laura was our host and she was really sweet and very knowledgeable about the wines that she poured. She told us about the history of the winery and how it began. It was neat to learn that Medlock Ames was started by two college buddies while they went to school in NYC. Most of their grapes from their wines are sourced from their own vineyards in Bell Mountain. The majority of the wines that are produced here are small lot and limited production. Tastings are $45 and available by reservation only. Although I enjoyed the atmosphere here, I wasn't blown away by any of their wines. My friend is a big fan of their sauvignon blanc and I'll admit that it's tasty and probably their signature wine. It was odd that it wasn't featured on their tasting list, but Laura was nice enough to pour it for us anyways. I'm not usually a fan of merlot, but I actually enjoyed their Jefferson Clone Merlot the best out of all the wines that we tried. I just felt that wines were overpriced for the quality, but it could have just been that my palate didn't align with these particular wines. Despite this, I would still come back again to try more of their wines. Hopefully, I'll find something that I truly like here in the future.

On my way back from another winery we decided to stop by Medlock Ames tasting room in Healsburgs…read more We came sort of on the later end of the day at 4:00pm and were still welcomed with open arms by one of the tasting associates Laura. She poured us a glass rose and was chatting with us for a little. The atmosphere and hospitality were great. We sat outside underneath the grapevines. It was a great way to end the day.

Reservation is optional as it was not busy at all, there were just one other party in the tasting…read morelounge. Its $15 for four flights with a choice of white or red. We chose the red, the first pour was a rose, just to clear the palate, the regular pours were Zinfandel, merlot (one from Napa and one from Alexandra Valley), Cabernet, and a Alexandra Reserved. The Zinfandel was surprisingly good with a strong oak barrel scent. I was told it was made with the old Italian style. The merlot from Napa was slightly on a lighter note, prefer the Alexandra valley better, the Cab and the Reserved were my best with smooth yet bold statement. They gave us an extra pour and added the dessert port with chocolate. The tasting fee is waived with purchases. Received excellent services and worth to return to explore the area.

White Oak surprised us with a multitude of statues, flowers and fountains as we walked in. Inside…read morewas also just as surprising, many tasting rooms, stairs upwards to other rooms and walls decorated with prior awards...we were a big group, nine people. Why our pourer took quality time getting back to us must be his way to tell us groups are unwelcome...change that opinion, or hire someone that cares Just Sayimg as timg

Great people. Great products! True Sonoma atmosphere! The only thing is ... the road in can be a…read morebit uneven. But you'll be driving carefully, right?

Wow what a treasure. Their wine is great, a farm store that sold bags of walnuts, produce from the…read moregarden, nread, eggs, herbs on the honor system and such a chill beautiful setting that allows you to be in a rural setting that is at your own pace. It felt so relaxing and nice to be there. Thank You!

Had a wonderful tasting experience today with my brother at this lovely little winery. It's tucked…read moreaway in a quieter part of downtown Healdsburg. There is a variety of seating options including comfy couches which made for a more relaxing time. We weren't rushed at all and we were well taken of by the attentive staff and owner. Very kind and welcoming folks who made us feel right at home. We will be back!

We love Truett Hurst! I still have couple of bottles from them and have yet enjoyed them. Great…read moreplace to have your wine tasting in Healdsburg

Wow! Such a great experience and Tom has a great attitude and will help to make your wine country…read moreexperience not only fun but truly memorable. One of a kind guy! You can't go wrong with booking him. Worth every penny and more.

We had such a great day touring Healdsburg with Tom! Everything from my first conversation to our…read moredrop off at the end of the day was wonderful. He gave me great recommendations for wineries, answered any questions I had as I made reservations in regards to timing and planning lunch, etc. He was punctual picking us up at the hotel, and kept us on track all day. I would recommend Tom to anybody!!

Came here this past week for a fun wine tasting and left with so much knowledge! Drea was the best…read moreand explained the difference between mountain fruit and valley fruit and shared a lot about not just the history of the Stonestreet Vineyard but about Jess Jackson and the influence the Jackson family had on mountain vineyards/wine making. The property is absolutely gorgeous and the wine is delicious. Looking forward to coming back soon!

We arrived to beautiful Stonestreet to be greeted by Larissa who was knowledgeable and a delight…read morethroughout the tasting. Each wine pairing was better than the previous and all were special. I highly recommend this winery and area when you go as it produces great wine and the vibe is so much more welcoming than the better known areas. Looking forward to receiving the five bottles I ordered to be delivered when the weather cools down!!