Saturday, September 4, 2010
11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
MacMurray Ranch, Healdsburg
Directions and Transportation Information Below
New this year - transportation offered from Sonoma, Santa Rosa, and Healdsburg! See details below.
Have you booked your Sommelier Star Tour?
This is the best way to get insider information, taste hidden gems and focus on a great variety of topics...see Sommelier Star details below.
General Admission tickets are $150 per person and $195 for Grand Reserve tickets. Visa Signature Cardholders receive a special price of $95 per person and $175 for Grand Reserve tickets. Tickets are non-refundable.
Online ticket sales will close Friday, September 3 at 6 pm. Tickets will be available at the door for an additional $10 unless the event is sold out. Please refer to this website for updates.
Half price, locals ticket promotion ended May 31.
Located in the Russian River Valley Appellation
Taste of Sonoma at MacMurray Ranch
Immerse yourself in the food and wine culture of Sonoma County at the 31st annual Taste of Sonoma at MacMurray Ranch. Kate MacMurray invites you to enjoy an afternoon of strolling through the historic MacMurray Ranch property while sipping and savoring the very best of Sonoma County’s rich wines and delectable cuisine.
With more than 150 wineries pouring thousands of wines, and over 60 local chefs whipping up divine pairings, Taste of Sonoma at MacMurray Ranch delivers a once-in-a-lifetime experience for oenophiles and foodies alike. Informative and entertaining wine seminars, lively cooking demonstrations, get-your-boots-dirty vineyard tours and so much more make for an enchanting afternoon enjoying the best of Sonoma County living.
Named one of the 10 Best Wine and Food Events in the United States by Celebrated Living magazine, Taste of Sonoma is an coveted ticket; get one before they sell out. Taste of Sonoma is hosted by MacMurray Ranch.
Grand Reserve Taste of Sonoma
Our Grand Reserve option is the hottest ticket in town. An extremely limited number of Grand Reserve Tickets are available and they are guaranteed to sell out fast.
Grand Reserve Ticket holders receive additional privileges throughout the event and access to exclusive venues that will feature rare wines, gracious hospitality and special behind-the-scenes benefits.
Step into the luxurious Club Reserve where you will have the opportunity to taste some of Sonoma’s most sought after wines . The winemakers and owners of Sonoma’s iconic wineries will sample their limited production, reserve and award-winning wines from large format bottles and will be on hand for you to taste and ask questions one-on-one.
A limited number of Grand Reserve Tickets are available to an exclusive selection of guests who seek a more elevated Sonoma experience during this unforgettable celebration of wine and food. Don’t wait. Reserve your tickets today.
Partial list of featured wineries:
| Alysian Wines | Audelssa Estate Winery |
| Clouds Rest Vineyards | Dutton-Goldfield |
| Ehret Family Vineyards | Emeritus Vineyards |
| Flowers Vineyard & Winery | Gary Farrell Vineyards & Winery |
| Hanzell Vineyards | Hidden Ridge Vineyard |
| Huge Bear Wines | Jordan Winery |
| Joseph Swan | Keller Estate |
| La Follette Wines | MacMurray Ranch |
| Pride Mountain Vineyards | Ramey Wine Cellars |
| Rancho Zabaco | Rodney Strong Vineyards |
| Scribe Wines | Siduri Wines |
| Silver Oak | Skipstone |
| Sojourn Cellars | Twomey Cellars |
Taste of Sonoma Highlights
The Sonoma County Appellation Grand Wine & Food Tasting
Sip and sample world class wines from the most diverse wine region in the world paired with seasonal local foods prepared by experienced chefs. It’s an afternoon spent with like-minded epicures, sharing in the abundance of Sonoma County. Alexander Valley | Bennett Valley | Sonoma Carneros | Chalk Hill | Dry Creek Valley | Green Valley | Knights Valley | Rockpile | Russian River Valley | Sonoma Coast | Sonoma Mountain | Sonoma Valley
Alexander Valley Tent
| Alexander Valley Vineyards | Blue Rock Vineyard |
| Captûre Wines | Clos du Bois Winery |
| deLorimier Winery | Ehret Family Winery |
| Elements Of Sonoma | Farrier Wine |
| Ferrari-Carano Vineyards and Winery | Francis Ford Coppola Winery |
| Frei Brothers Winery | Garden Creek Ranch Vineyards Winery |
| Geyser Peak Winery | Hanna Winery & Vineyards |
| Jordan Vineyard & Winery | Kelley & Young |
| Medlock Ames | Murphy Goode Winery |
| Rodney Strong Vineyards | Sausal Winery |
| Seghesio Family Vineyards | Silver Oak Cellars |
| Simi Winery | Souverain |
| Stonestreet | Stryker Sonoma Winery |
| Trentadue Winery | Trione Vineyards and Winery |
| Vintners Signatures |
Dry Creek Valley Tent
| Alderbrook Winery | Bella Vineyards & Wine Caves |
| DaVero Farms and Winery | Dutcher Crossing |
| Everett Ridge Winery | Forth Vineyards |
| Frick | Gallo Family Vineyards |
| Hauck Cellars | Kokomo Winery |
| Leonhardt Vineyards | Mauritson Family Winery |
| Mazzocco Sonoma | Michel Schlumberger Wine Estate |
| Mill Creek Vineyards & Winery | Mutt Lynch Winery |
| Pech Merle Winery | Pedroncelli Winery |
| Pezzi King Vineyards | Quivira Vineyards & Winery |
| Rancho Zabaco | Rued Winery, Inc |
| Saini Vineyards | Sbragia Family Vineyards |
| Thumbprint Cellars | Wilson Winery |
Russian River Valley Tent
| Acorn Winery/Alegria Vineyards | Alysian Wines |
| Balletto Vineyards | Chalk Hill Estate Vineyards & Winery |
| Chateau Felice | Clouds Rest Vineyards |
| D & L Carinalli Vineyards | DArgenzio Winery |
| Davis Bynum | Dutton Estate Winery |
| Dutton-Goldfield Winery | Foppiano Vineyards |
| Gary Farrell Winery | Gracianna |
| Hartford Family Winery | Harvest Moon Winery |
| Hook & Ladder Winery | Hop Kiln Winery - HKG |
| Inman Family Wines | Inspiration Vineyards & Winery |
| J Vineyards & Winery | Joseph Swan Vineyards |
| Keller Estate | Kendall Jackson |
| La Crema Winery | La Follette Wines |
| MacMurray Ranch | Martin Ray Winery |
| Matrix Winery | Merriam Vineyards |
| Migration | Mueller Winery |
| Owl Ridge | Papapietro Perry Winery |
| Paradise Ridge Winery | Patz & Hall |
| Ramey Wine Cellars | RoadHouse Winery |
| Russian River Vineyards | Sequana |
| Siduri Wines | Sonoma-Cutrer Vineyards |
| Terlato Family Vineyards | Trecini Cellars |
| Twomey Cellars | Willowbrook Cellars, LLC |
| Windsor Sonoma |
Sonoma Valley Tent
| Anaba Wines | Arrowood Vineyards & Winery |
| Ashton Vineyards | Audelssa Estate Winery |
| B Wise Vineyards | B.R. Cohn Winery |
| Bartholomew Park Winery | Beltane Ranch Vineyards |
| Bennett Valley Cellars | Benziger Family Winery |
| Blackstone Winery | Bonneau Family Wines & Vineyards |
| Buena Vista Carneros | Carica Wines |
| Chateau St. Jean | Cline Cellars |
| Dane Cellars | Deerfield Ranch Winery |
| Emery Estate Vineyards & Winery | Enkidu Wine |
| Eric K James | Fichtenberg Vineyards |
| GlenLyon Vineyards & Winery | Gloria Ferrer Caves & Vineyards |
| Gundlach Bundschu Winery | Haywood Estate Winery |
| Hidden Ridge Vineyard | Highway 12 Vineyards and Winery |
| Hoffman Family Cellars | Imagery Estate Winery |
| J. Baldwin Wines | Jacuzzi Family Vineyards |
| Kenwood Vineyards | Kunde Family Estate |
| Landmark Vineyards | Leveroni Vineyards |
| MacRostie Winery and Vineyards | Matanzas Creek Winery |
| Muscardini Cellars | Petroni Vineyards |
| Pride Mountain Vineyards | Ravenswood Winery |
| Robert Hunter Winery | Robledo Family Winery |
| Schug Carneros Estate Winery | Sebastinai Vineyards & Winery |
| Sojourn Cellars | Spann Vineyards |
| St. Francis Winery & Vineyards | Stone Edge Farm |
| Ty Caton Vineyards | Valley of the Moon Winery |
| Viansa Winery & Marketplace | VJB Vineyards and Cellars |
| Westerhold Family Vineyards |
Featured Restaurants & Caterers in the AVA Tents
| A La Heart Catering | Bay View Restaurant at Inn At The Tides |
| Brasserie | Bruno's on Fourth |
| Carneros Bistro & Wine Bar | Costeaux French Bakery |
| De Loach Vineyards | El Dorado Kitchen |
| ESTATE | Flamingo Resort Hotel & Spa |
| Hana Japanese Restaurant | Healdsburg Cheese Shop |
| Hopmonk Tavern | Jack & Tony's Restaurant & Whiskey Bar |
| Jimtown Store | John Ash & Co. |
| Jordan Vineyard & Winery | K&L Bistro |
| Kendall-Jackson | Maya Restaurant |
| Mosaic Restaurant & Wine Lounge | Nectar Restaurant & Lounge at Hilton Sonoma Wine Country |
| Peloton Catering | Ramekins |
| Relish Culinary Adventures | Sante Restaurant at Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa |
| Santi Restaurant | Savvy Productions & Events |
| Screaming Mimi's Ice Cream | Sea Ranch Lodge |
| Simi Winery | Sonoma Artisan Foie Gras |
| St. Francis Winery & Vineyards | Stark's Steakhouse |
| Starlight Wine Bar | Syrah Bistro and Jackson's Bar & Oven |
| The Duck Club at The Bodega Bay Lodge & Spa | The Epicurean Connection |
| the girl and the fig | Zin Restauant & Wine Bar |
Sonoma County Marketplace Presented by Exchange Bank
| Bear Foot Honey Farm | Bear Republic Brewery |
| Canvas Ranch | Carnevale Confections |
| CittaSlow Sonoma Valley | Delice de la Valee |
| Krave Jerky | Lagunitas Brewing Company |
| LaLoo's Goat's Milk Ice Cream | McClellands Dairy |
| Nourish Networks | SONOMA Andy Katz |
| Sonoma County Winegrape Commission | Sonoma Organics |
| Sonoma Springs Brewing Company | Sonoma Syrup |
| The Bejkr | The Olive Press |
| Third Street Aleworks BrewPub |
Sonoma's Sommelier Stars Wine Tours
Sonoma's own celebrity sommelier Christopher Sawyer will lead an all-star team of nationally acclaimed sommeliers to act as your "tasting tour guides” as they lead you on a 30-minute guided tasting tour through the Grand Tasting Tents. Discover hidden gems, try new varieties, or just get an expert opinion on what to drink now!
Christopher Sawyer, Carneros Bistro & Wine Bar, Sonoma, CA
Silvio Garcia, Ritz-Carlton, Atlanta, GA
Brent Fraser, Grouse Mountain Resorts, Vancouver, BC
Jason Zaleski, Cabernet Steakhouse, Alpharetta, GA
Marita Esteva, Kimpton Hotel and Restaurant Group, San Francisco, CA
Petra Plakvicova, Epic Roasthouse, San Francisco, CA
Noah Dranow, Michael Mina, San Francisco, CA
Jessica Norris, Ritz-Carlton, Truckee, CA
Chelsea Berkey, Kingfish, San Mateo, CA
Eric Railsback, Rn74, San Francisco, CA
Jesse Rodriguez, Addison Restaurant & The Grand Del Mar, San Diego, CA
Thomas Perez, Mirabel Hotel & Restaurant Group
Kim Beto, Southern Wine & Spirits, San Francisco, CA
Dana Manison, Southern Wine & Spirits, San Francisco, CA
New this year - Sommelier Star Tour tickets will be available to purchase for $20 per person. Your ticket will provide you with your OWN head-set allowing you to hear all the important facts your Sommelier Star is sharing with you. Enjoy your "insiders" tour to the max!
$20 per tour
Scheduled Tours:
Aromatic White Wines, A Sensory Experience 
12:00pm | Available
Sommelier Star: Jesse Rodriquez
If you love the sumptuous scent-sory excitement of Aromatic White Wines, this tour promises to please your palate. The appealing aromas found in this intriguing selection reveal subtle-yet-complex notes for a truly dazzling wine experience.
2009 Hanna Winery & Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc, Russian River Valley
2007/2008 Keller Estate Oro de Plata Chardonnay, Sonoma Coast
2008 Michel Schlumberger Pinot Blanc, Dry Creek Valley
2008 Arrowood Vineyards & Winery Viognier, Saralee Vineyard, Russian River Valley
2008 Anaba Wine "Coriol" White Table Wine, Sonoma Valley
High-Altitude Reds & Whites. Knights Valley & Rockpile Discovery tour
12:00pm | Available
Sommelier Star: Silvio Garcia
We invite you to revel in a selection of ravishing reds from two of Sonoma County's most exciting wine regions. Temperature swings and altitude work their magic on fruit from Knights Valley and Rockpile Vineyard resulting in richly layered wines of enormous character.
2008 Ehret Family Vineyards Sauvignon Blanc, Bavarian Lion Vineyards, Knights Valley
2006 St. Francis Winery & Vineyards Red Wine, Rockpile Red, Rockpile
2006 Paradise Ridge Winery Zinfandel, The Convict, Rocky Ridge Vineyard, Rockpile
2007 Mauritson Winery Rockpile Petite Sirah, Madrone Spring Vineyard, Rockpile
2006 Anakota Winery Cabernet Sauvignon, Helena Montana Vineyard, Knights Valley
Cool Climate Coastal Wines.
Los Carneros & Sonoma Coast Discovery tour
12:45pm | Available
Sommelier Star: Noah Dranow
Experience wines from two of Sonoma County's chillier regions, where grapes rest in fog-shrouded mornings and bask in bright afternoon sunshine. Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from Los Carneros and Sonoma Coast take center stage in this tasting, where you'll enjoy wines filled with bright flavors and thrilling intensity.
2009 MacRostie Winery & Vineyards Chardonnay, Sonoma Coast
2009 Schug Carneros Estate Winery Pinot Noir Rosé, Carneros
2008 Flowers Vineyard & Winery Pinot Noir, Sonoma Coast
2008 Patz & Hall Pinot Noir, Jenkins Ranch, Sonoma Coast
2008 Sojourn Cellars Pinot Noir, Gaps Crown Vineyard, Sonoma Coast
2007 Buena Vista Carneros Syrah, Ramal Vineyard, Carneros
Visa Signature I (exclusively for Visa Signature ticket holders)
12:45pm | SOLD OUT
Sommelier Star: Christopher Sawyer with Gina Gallo
Taste the best of the best when Gina Gallo leads this exclusive tour, sponsored by Visa Signature focusing on luxury wines of Sonoma County. You'll sip and savor your way through coveted selections from our benchmark producers.
2005 Gloria Ferrer Caves & Vineyards Blanc de Blanc, Carneros
2007 Alysian Wines Chardonnay, Cresta Ridge Vineyard, Russian River Valley
2006 Dutton-Goldfield Pinot Noir, Sanchietti Vineyard, Green Valley
2006 Ramey Wine Cellars Syrah, Roger's Creek Vineyard, Sonoma Coast
2007 Pride Mountain Vineyards Vintners Select Merlot, Estate Grown, Sonoma County
2006 Skipstone Cabernet Sauvignon, Oliver's Blend, Alexander Valley
Mountainside Reds. Sonoma Mountain and Bennett Valley Discovery Tour
1:30pm | Available
Sommelier Star: Petra Polakovicova
Bennett Valley and Sonoma Mountain are the heart and soul of Sonoma, regions known for creating a diverse selection of varietals that earn the acclaim of critics and wine lovers alike. Experience a selection of wines from these two appealing regions and discover first hand why these wines are so adored.
2007 Westerhold Family Vineyards, Estate Syrah, Bennett Valley
2006 Matanzas Creek Winery Merlot, Jackson Park Vineyard, Bennett Valley
2006 Novy Family Wines Syrah, Judge Family Vineyard, Bennett Valley
2008 GlenLyon Vineyards & Winery Syrah, Estate Grown, Sonoma Valley
2007 Benziger Family Winery "Tribute" Red Table Wine, Estate, Sonoma Mountain
Sommelier Star Cellar Favorites I
1:30pm | Available
Sommelier Star: Chelsea Berkey
Join Sommelier Star Chelsea Berkey for a dazzling tasting of the Sonoma wines that have earned a spot at top of her list. Learn the ins and outs of building a cellar filled with only the best bottles while discovering a selection of sensational Sonoma sips.
2006 Sonoma Cutrer Chardonnay, Les Pierres, Sonoma Valley
2007 Papapietro Perry Pinot Noir, Peter's Vineyard, Russian River Valley
2007 Gary Farrell Winery Zinfandel, Bradford Mountain Vineyards, Dry Creek Valley
2005 Hidden Ridge Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon, Sonoma County
2006 Ferrari-Carano Vineyards & Winery "Tesor" Bordeaux-style Blend, Sonoma County
Cool, Crisp Whites & Reds. Green Valley & Chalk
Hill Discovery Tour
2:00pm | Available
Sommelier Star: Jessica Norris
Green Valley and Chalk Hill are two of the smallest, most rarified AVAs in Sonoma County, known for creating some of the most coveted wines on the planet. In this tasting you'll experience wines from producers who know how to coax the best qualities out of these impeccably cultivated vineyards, resulting in memorable wines of great distinction.
2005 Iron Horse Vineyards Russian Cuvee Brut, Estate Grown, Green Valley
2008 Rodney Strong Vineyards Chardonnay, Estate Vineyards, Chalk Hill
2008 Hartford Court Family Winery Pinot Noir, Fog Dance Vineyard, Green Valley
2006 Chalk Hill Winery Merlot, Estate Grown, Chalk Hill
2006 Chateau Felice Winery La Craie Reserve Red Wine, American Celebration, Chalk Hill
Sommelier Star Cellar Favorites II
2:00pm | Available
Sommelier Star: Marita Esteva
Join Sommelier Star Marita Esteva for a dazzling tasting of the Sonoma wines that have earned a spot at the top of her list. Marita shares secrets of discovering exciting wines while taking you on a taste tour of sensational Sonoma sips.
2008 Hanzell Vineyards Chardonnay, Estate Grown, Sonoma Valley
2007 Kokomo Wines Pinot Noir, Windsor Oaks Vineyard, Russian River Valley
2006 Trentadue Winery La Storia Petite Sirah, Estate Grown, Alexander Valley
2006 Jordan Vineyard & Winery Cabernet Sauvignon, Alexander Valley
2007 Sbragia Family Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon, Audolsen Vineyard, Dry Creek Valley
Iconic Red Wines of Sonoma
2:30pm | Available
Sommelier Star: Brent Wayne Fraser
Like artists with an infinite array of colors at their disposal, our Sonoma Winemakers create some of their most riveting wines by blending the best lots, vineyards and varietals into Proprietary Blends. Brent Fraser leads you on a behind-the-bottle look at the components and the philosophies that contribute to these legendary wines.
2007 Acorn "Medley" Red Wine, Alegria Vineyards, Russian River Valley
2007 Ravenswood Winery "Icon" Red Table Wine, Sonoma County
2007 Muscardini Cellars "Tesoro" Red Table Wine, Sonoma County
2006 Highway 12 Vineyards & Winery "Highwayman" Red Blend, Sonoma Valley
2006 Medlock Ames "Red", Bell Mountain Ranch, Alexander Valley
Visa Signature Tour II (exclusively for Visa
Signature ticket holders)
2:30pm | SOLD OUT
Sommelier Star: Christopher Sawyer with Gina Gallo
Taste the best of the best when Gina Gallo leads this exclusive tour, sponsored by Visa Signature focusing on luxury wines of Sonoma County. You'll sip and savor your way through coveted selections from our benchmark producers.
1999 Gloria Ferrer Caves & Vineyards Carneros Cuvee, Carneros
2008 Patz & Hall Chardonnay, Zio Tony Ranch, Russian River Valley
2007 Siduri Wines Pinot Noir, Sonatera Vineyard, Sonoma Coast
2007 Enkidu Wine "Humbaba" Syrah-Petite Sirah Blend, Multi-Appellations
2007 Audelssa Estate Winery "Summit" Red Wine, Sonoma Valley
2006 Rodney Strong Vineyards Rockaway Cabernet Sauvignon, Alexander Valley
The Bubble Lounge
Please join us for a glass of bubbly in the Gloria Ferrer Bubble Lounge! Cindy Friedman, Gloria Ferrer Caves and Vineyard's Consumer Marketing Manager and Certified Wine Professional (CWP) will be showcasing their sparkling wines perfectly paired with unique food pairings. Don't miss out!
The Crushpad - Experience the Sonoma County Harvest
At Crushpad, guests are invited throughout the day to join local Sonoma winemakers and growers to taste, touch, listen and learn about the grapes grown in Sonoma's diverse vineyards and AVA's. Featuring tastings of freshly picked winegrapes, a demonstration of basket pressing (and a taste of the results), and topped off with a sample of a finished bottle from the highlighted vineyard, Crushpad is a unique opportunity to engage with the Sonoma Wine community, from grape to glass. Presented by the Sonoma County Winegrape Commission.
Steel Chef Competition and Cooking Demonstrations
Iron Chef quivers at the sight of Sonoma's top brass in the Sonoma Steel Chef Competition. Watch Sonoma County's best chefs face off for a fast paced, fun and educational competition for the coveted title of Sonoma County's Chef of Steel. Learn to flip, dip, chop and whip like the pros in the demonstration kitchen, where throughout the day Sonoma's top chefs share the tricks of the trade. New recipes, techniques and innovative ways to flavor your food are just some of the tasty topics on display.
Wine Talk in the Wine Barn presented by American AgCredit
ADDITIONAL ACCESS: You may choose to sign-up for one of the complimentary wine seminars being offered below. However, please note - seminar attendance does require advance booking. Seating is limited and subject to availability.
Attend Wine Talk and increase your wine IQ through informative wine seminars, lively panel discussions, and focused tastings with renowned winemakers from throughout Sonoma County.
Seminar Topics Include:
Taste Like a Pro with Wine Spectator Wine Educator
12:00pm - 12:30pm | SOLD OUT
Discover Sonoma's "Secret" Varietals with the Wine Spectator
Moderated by Gwendolyn Wilson Osborn, Wine Spectator
We've uncovered a selection of Sonoma's lesser-known varietals that continually surprise and delight both wine lovers and critics with their unique flavors and exciting possibilities. Sauvignon Blanc, Viognier, Barbera and Syrah take center stage at this tantalizing tasting of Sonoma's best-kept secrets. (Rodney Strong Vineyards, Thomas George Estate, Seghesio Family Winery and Landmark Vineyards.)
Discover Sonoma County: Sonoma Valley Chardonnay
12:45pm - 1:15pm | SOLD OUT
The ABCs of Absolutely Beautiful Chardonnays
Moderated by Thomas Perez, Auberge Properties
Sonoma Valley's rich growing region is responsible for palate-pleasing Chardonnays that range from rich and buttery to bright, fresh and fruit-forward. Explore this beloved varietal with some of our top producers, and taste for yourself why Sonoma Chardonnays are sought after by wine aficionados from around the globe. (St. Francis Vineyards and Winery, Nicholson Ranch, Roessler Cellars and Kunde Family Estate.)
Discover Sonoma County: Russian River Valley Pinot Noir
1:30pm - 2:00pm | SOLD OUT
The Russian River's Regal Pinot Noirs
Moderated by Eric Railsback, Rn74
The Russian River Valley is widely regarded as one of the best Pinot Noir regions in the world. Join the Russian River Valley's top Pinot Noir producers for an intriguing tasting of these mysterious, evocative wines, each one an ultimate example of the incredible Pinot Noir for which Russian River Valley vineyards are known. (MacMurray Ranch, Benovia Winery, Hop Kiln Winery and Trione Vineyards and Winery.)
Discover Sonoma County: Dry Creek Valley Zinfandel
2:15pm - 2:45pm | SOLD OUT
Decadent Dry Creek Zins
Moderated by Gwendolyn Wilson Osborn, Wine Spectator
The Dry Creek Valley is responsible for a powerhouse portfolio of first tier Zinfandels for which collectors clamor and sommeliers swoon. Take a top-notch taste tour of this unforgettable region with our panel of Zinfandel experts chosen for their unique ability to coax the boldest, richest flavors out of their Dry Creek Valley fruit. (Peterson Winery, Dutcher Crossing Winery, Kokomo Wines and Everett Ridge.)
Discover Sonoma County: Alexander Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
3:00pm - 3:30pm | SOLD OUT
Alexander Valley's Cabernet Kings
Moderated by Jason M. Zaleski, Cabernet Steakhouse
Come taste why Alexander Valley's Cabernet Sauvignon wines continue to earn the title of "king." A gathering of local winemakers who have each received rave reviews for their Cabernet Sauvignons will lead you through a procession of astonishing Alexander Valley Cabs. It's the ultimate tasting for those who seek to experience first hand why this royal varietal continues to reign. (Gallo Family Vineyards, Simi Winery, Garden Creek Vineyards and Jordan Vineyards and Winery.)
Sonoma County Marketplace
Sonoma County chefs have access to the seasonal abundance of the most fertile foodshed anywhere in the world, often grown and provided by small, local family farms. At the Sonoma County Marketplace, get a glimpse of the high-quality, artisanal ingredients local chefs and diners enjoy every day, and acquire for your own home pantry. Be sure to explore the new sustainable and organic area, and learn how you can incorporate a little "green" into your everyday routine.
TASTE 2.0
TASTE 2.0: Facebook, Twitter, Snooth & More! Taste of Sonoma has joined the social networking nation by adding eight computer terminals where you can upload videos, photos and your own personal sip-by-sip of the events as they unfold. Or, log in to Snooth.com to provide your up-to-the-minute reviews of the wines you’ve tasted. Look for the crews with FlipVideos cruising through the event recording seminars, demos and tastings that will be uploaded to the Sonoma Wine Country Weekend Facebook and Twitter pages. Let your friends know how lucky you are to be here. Taste, type and text your experiences all day long! (See Directions Below)
A Self Guided Walk Around Retrospective
Legacy of the Land: 150 Years on a Russian River Valley Ranch
Experience the living history of MacMurray Ranch through a never-before-seen exhibition from the MacMurray family archives detailing ranch life from the late 19th Century to today. The exhibit is displayed in the oldest structure on the ranch, called the Prune Shed in reference to the principal Russian River Valley cash crop of the early 1900s. From subsistence farming to elite Pinot Noir, the history of MacMurray Ranch tells a story of Sonoma County agriculture from the 1850s to the 21st Century. Join us in experiencing this exhibition while enjoying MacMurray Ranch Wines.
Online Auction
Be sure to bid high and bid often at the Sonoma Wine Country Weekend Online Auction benefitting Sonoma non-profits. Even if you can't make it to the events, it's your chance to take home prized bottles from our winemakers cellars, one-of-a-kind etched bottles, and exclusive Sonoma trips and packages. Visit http://www.winecountryweekend.cmarket.com/
Directions
MacMurray Ranch
9015 Westside Road, Healdsburg, CA 95448
From Highway 101 heading North take the River Road/Guerneville exit. Come to the stop light and turn LEFT going over the freeway. Travel approximately 6 miles then RIGHT onto Wohler Road. Stay on Wohler Road; cross over narrow bridge. Turn RIGHT onto Westside Road. Follow Westside Road for about ¾ mile. The entrance to MacMurray Ranch is on the LEFT side of the road.
From Highway 101 heading South take the Westside Road exit (in Healdsburg). Take a RIGHT onto Westside Road heading west. Stay on Westside Road for approximately 15 minutes to the MacMurray Ranch. The entrance to MacMurray Ranch is on the RIGHT side of the road.
Transportation Offered - Offered again by popular demand!
Sonoma Wine Country Weekend is offering ROUND-TRIP TRANSPORTATION to Taste of Sonoma on Saturday, September 4, 2010.
Take advantage of this opportunity to taste ALL of the amazing wine and delicious food offered onsite at MacMurray Ranch without the worry of finding a designated driver. Avoid parking delays and walk directly into the event and enjoy the event to the FULLEST!Save yourself time, give your GPS a break and let Pure Luxury Transportation do the rest.
Round-trip shuttle transportation will be offered from:
Hilton Sonoma Wine Country and the Vintners Inn in Santa Rosa
The Lodge at Sonoma and the Fairmont Mission Inn and Spa (hotel guests only) in Sonoma
Healdsburg
Round-trip cost is $15 or $20 per person depending on location.
Contact Pure Luxury Transportation at SWCWshuttle@pureluxury.com to reserve your seats and confirm your pick up and departure times.We care about your safety ~ Book your transportation Today!
In addition to the Taste of Sonoma shuttles, we have Healdsburg Taxi Cab and Santa Rosa Taxi Cab that are offering a 20% discount to all SWCW ticket holders when mentioning Taste of Sonoma.
Healdsburg Taxi Cab, (707) 433-7088
Santa Rosa Taxi, (707) 206-2006 or (707) 579-1212