Monday. Our last day up in Sonoma, and time to review a wonderful weekend of memories:
Preparing delicious meals, laughing, sharing stories, connecting with old friends, and wine tasting at the Heart of Sonoma Holiday Open House!
Friday and Saturday we traveled throughout the heart of Sonoma visiting 11 wineries, taking great care to enjoy breathtaking scenery and sample ample amounts of wine. Sunday morning featured lengthy discussion as to which would be most complimentary to our December 11th event.
After careful consideration, we’re proud to announce our selections:
2006 Pinot Noir Larson Family Winery, CarnerosThis estate grown and produce Pinot is an enticing balance of Californian and traditional wine making styles. The crisp cherry fruit up front gives way to darker hints of cola, raisin, fig, and tealeaf. There is an underlying hint of earth and loam typical of Burgundian style appellations. Firm tannins give this wine a sharp, clean finish. Delicious.
2005 Zinfandel Millerick Road, Sonoma CountyThis Zin features Raspberry and plum fruit flavors that balance the wine’s spiciness of white pepper, anise, and a hint of cloves. Loaded with tobacco, cola, and plum aromas accented by pepper flavors, it brings a notably festive cornucopia of flavors to the palate.
2006 Sauvignon Blanc Robledo Family Winery, Lake CountyThis crisp, bright Sauvignon Blanc features aromas of honeysuckle, fig and mango. Hints of fruit with a green tea and citrus edge complement a finish rich and complex, with a tang of lemon grass.
2007 Chardonnay (Unoaked) V
alley of the Moon, Russian River Valley Citrus blossoms and newly ripened nectarine highlight the delicate aromas of this fresh and vibrant wine. Nuances of honey, apple, and banana add to its complexity. On the palate, bright tropical citrus and grapefruit flavors are balanced with the roundness of ripe pear. Mineral notes come to fore on the crisp, yet long and balanced finished.
2006 Barbera Valley of the Moon, Dry CreekBright, lively red plum and raspberry aromas are enhanced by oak extracts of vanilla and toast with a dash of black pepper. Firm acidity and forward fruit make this Barbera a natural food accompaniment.
We look forward to sharing with you our favorite Sonoma wines paired with Spring Hill Cheeses and festive hors d'oeuvres celebrating A ‘Slice of Sonoma’ holiday December 11th at a gorgeous home in Sunset Cliffs, San Diego. Address and directions will be provided upon confirmation of your attendance. Please
email us to R.S.V.P., as space is limited and filling fast! We'll also have sign up sheets at our Farmers Markets. Happy Holidays!
There was Kat banging away on the baby grand; Kyle giving a spirited rendition of "Oh Holy Night"; corks popping, pans sizzling, and abundant laughter. The night was documented by another fine gentleman, Chris Hansen, who will be creating an "Eventstory" (click here for an example of what I mean) which will be made available to you soon. And, of course, there would have been no fun, no merriment, in fact, no purpose for the event without each and every one of you, my cherished friends, this is the first of many, many wonderful events to come. 
