In Northern California, where redwood forests meet the Mendocino coast, lies Anderson Valley, a region renowned for its ideal pairing of warm days and fog-cooled nights. It was these characteristics that led Jean-Claude Rouzaud, patriarch of the Louis Roederer family, to this remote area in 1981 to begin cultivation of premium pinot noir and chardonnay grapes. Today, … [Read more...]
Boomer’s Saloon, Laytonville
Pouring Fun Since 1931! Welcome to Boomer's Saloon, the best place to chill in downtown Laytonville, California! Locally owned & operated since 1931! Now open daily, lunch & dinner (no lunch service on Monday) To Go & special orders welcome. Also serving Sunday brunch (from 9 am till 2pm) ATM Wifi Darts Billiards HD Sports Internet … [Read more...]
The Big Chief & Draft Punk, Laytonville
Po'Boys and Cajun food with rotating craft beer, cider, wine, kombucha and nitro iced coffee on tap. Where: 44400 Highway 101, Laytonville, CA (google map) More Info: 707-984-6770 … [Read more...]
Seebass Family Vineyards, Boonville
Appellation: A Mendocino Wine Sitting in the lush Russian River Valley between the Mayacamas and Coastal Mountain ranges, for nearly 30 years Seebass has grown premium grapes that are part of the top winemaking programs at many Mendocino, Sonoma and Napa appellation wineries. Additionally, Brigitte Seebass crafted some of her own Chardonnay with Gregory Graziano to produce … [Read more...]
Frey Vineyards, Redwood Valley
The first maker of certified Biodynamic® Wines in the U.S. Appellation: A Redwood Valley Wine Family-owned and operated for over 30 years, the vineyards and winery are nestled on the slopes of Redwood Valley in Mendocino County, California. Their emphasis is on producing organic wine of the highest quality while caring for planet and palate alike. Varietals: Chardonnay, … [Read more...]
Frey Tasting Room, Hopland
The first maker of certified Biodynamic® Wines in the U.S. Appellation: A Redwood Valley Wine Family-owned and operated for over 30 years, the vineyards and winery are nestled on the slopes of Redwood Valley in Mendocino County, California but you can visit their tasting room in Hopland at the Real Good Solar Living Institute. Their emphasis is on producing organic wine … [Read more...]
Enoteca Wine Bar, Ukiah
Il Dolce Far Niente “the sweetness of doing nothing" Enoteca Wine Bar in Ukiah offers wines from local boutique wineries and a unique selection from Italy in a warm, intimate atmosphere, menu of charcuterie offerings, northern California cheeses and olive oils. WHERE: 106 W. Church St., Ukiah (google map) Tasting: Daily at 5pm More Info: 707-972-5541 Enoteca.me … [Read more...]
Rivino Winery, Ukiah
Appellation: A Mendocino Wine RIVER plus VINO. “Where the river becomes the wine.” Located along the Russian River in Mendocino County, RIVINO is a boutique family winery. They handcraft all their wines from select grapes grown on their family’s Schrader Ranch Vineyard. When you look at a bottle of RIVINO, you will notice that each one displays how many cases they produced, … [Read more...]
Terra Savia, Hopland
Appellation: A Mendocino Wine Wine, Olive Oil & Honey! At Terra Sávia, they have a special commitment towards land conservation and wildlife preservation. Everything is produced in small lots and batches from their estate vineyard and orchard. They grow their own fruit on their land and control the process from the field to the finished … [Read more...]
Toulouse Vineyards, Philo
Appellation: An Anderson Valley Wine The vision for Toulouse Vineyards is to grow the highest quality grapes using sustainable farming practices and to produce the finest Pinot Noir infused with the fun and passion of winemaking. Visitors to the winery are greeted by their friendly lab Tess and treated as valued guests who enjoy wine tasting in the relaxed and welcoming … [Read more...]
Handley Cellars, Anderson Valley
Appellation: An Anderson Valley Wine Handley Cellars is a small family-owned winery in Mendocino County located at the northwest end of the Anderson Valley. At Handley Cellars they offer a wide variety of wines that complement today's diverse cuisine. Winemaker Milla Handley seeks to make balanced wines that possess distinctive varietal characteristics, wines that reflect the … [Read more...]
Anderson Valley Brewing Company, Boonville
Anderson Valley Brewing Company offers a variety of beers, many of which are award winners, at their tap room in Boonville. The tap room has beers you won’t find outside of the brewery, and if you listen closely, you just might hear some locals harpin’ Boontling (a local language now used mostly by local old-timers). Tours of the brewery are offered daily and you can always … [Read more...]
Maple Creek Winery, Yorkville
Appellation: A Yorkville Highlands Wine Award Winning Wines! Maple Creek Winery is a small, family owned winery that makes handcrafted wines. Vintner's Tom Rodrigues and Linda Stutz work to combine their passions for art and wine to produce great tasting wine. The Maple Creek tasting room is open daily, although during the winter, the hours may be shortened. It is possible … [Read more...]
Glendeven Inn & the Wine Bar[n], Little River
Mendocino-County-Only Wine Bar[n] at Glendeven Inn! Featuring 45 local wines served by the glass daily. Glendeven Inn is a luxury ocean-view farmstead that offers romantic bed and breakfast accommodations on the spectacular Mendocino coast. Voted by "Select Registry" as a top distinguished inn in North America, Glendeven Inn offers in-room breakfasts with Glendeven farm eggs, … [Read more...]
Brutocao Cellars, Hopland & Philo
Appellation: A Mendocino Wine Brutocao Schoolhouse Plaza is your destination for wine, food and fun on Highway 101 in Hopland Wine tasting is complimentary in our friendly tasting room, olive oil bar, and gift shop. Our beautifully landscaped grounds include 6 regulation-sized bocce ball courts for you to enjoy. Our Philo, CA tasting room offers complimentary wine tasting … [Read more...]
Parducci Wine Cellars, Ukiah
Appellation: A Mendocino Wine The oldest winery in Mendocino County! Parducci Wine Cellars was founded in 1932 and bonded in 1933. In 2004, the Dolan and Thornhill families formed Mendocino Wine Company and purchased the Parducci winery and estate vineyards. From the outset, the partners dedicated their business to responsible land stewardship, sustainable viticulture and … [Read more...]
Jaxon Keys, Hopland
Appellation: A Mendocino Wine At Jaxon Keys Estate vineyards, they start with the right vines on the right site. Then mix in equal parts passion to produce wines that express the unique character of each vineyard, and a commitment to sustainable farming practices. With a clear understanding that superior fruit comes from healthy soils and balanced vines, they do the little … [Read more...]
Annapolis Winery, Annapolis
Appellation: A Mendocino Ridge Wine Islands-in-the-Sky™ Annapolis Winery is a family owned and operated winery located on the California coast. They are located 3 miles from the Pacific Ocean, at an elevation of about 1000ft. Nestled on a sunny hilltop and surrounded by redwood forests, the views are as beautiful as they are breathtaking. They produce small amounts of … [Read more...]
Scharffenberger Cellars, Philo
Appellation: An Anderson Valley Wine Ultra-premium sparkling wines! The history of Scharffenberger Cellars begins in 1981 in the heart of California's Anderson Valley. Situated only miles from the coastal influences of the Pacific Ocean, Scharffenberger Cellars also enjoys deep soils and sunshine within the protected valley. Originally founded by John Scharffenberger, the … [Read more...]
Graziano Family of Wines, Hopland
Appellation: A Mendocino Wine The Graziano Family of Wines Tasting Room is located right on U.S. 101 in the beautiful village of Hopland in southern Mendocino County. You will find up to 25 different wines from classic Italian to unique old world varietals, all handcrafted with history, heritage and care. The intensity of the fruit flavors and the balance of natural acidity … [Read more...]
Roederer Estate, Philo
Appellation: An Anderson Valley Wine Roederer Estate has established its reputation as one of California’s premier sparkling wine producers. Combining age-old techniques with leading-edge technology, Roederer Estate continues the heritage of excellence and style of its French founder, Champagne Louis Roederer. Roederer's unique winemaking style is based on two elements: … [Read more...]
Milano Family Winery, Hopland
Appellation: A Mendocino Wine 10 wineries within a four mile radius – plenty for a day of wine tasting! The Milano Family Winery is located in an original, old Hop Kiln on Hwy. 101 near the Russian River just south of the town of Hopland in Southern Mendocino County. The winery is small enough so that they can pamper each individual barrel. They produce some organic wines and … [Read more...]
Pacific Star Winery, Fort Bragg
Appellation: A Mendocino Ridge Wine “Making wine is an expression of passion, not a job...it's instinct combined with alchemy.” Established in 1987, Pacific Star Winery is located 12 miles north of Fort Bragg, perched on the edge of the dramatic pacific coastline. Gray whales spout and breech a few hundred feet from the cellar door on their migratory route along the … [Read more...]
McNab Ridge Winery, Hopland
Appellation: A Mendocino Wine "We make wines that get people to ask for a second glass." The McNab Ridge Tasting Room is a warm, welcoming place for customers to sample all McNab Ridge wines. Follow the Russian River along Highway 101, and you'll discover a jewel of a town called Hopland. Replete with history, this thriving community lies at the southern entrance to … [Read more...]