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We are proud to announce that Sonoma County has been named 2019 Wine Region of the Year by Wine Enthusiast!

Jpeg of the Wine Enthusiast's logo awarding Sonoma County as 2019 Wine Region of the Year Enthusiast

Sonoma County will appear in the special December 31 Wine Enthusiast “Best of Year” issue and will be presented their Wine Star Award trophies at the 20th anniversary black-tie awards dinner on Monday, January 27, 2020 hosted in San Francisco, CA at the Palace of Fine Arts.

Thank you Wine Enthusiast!

Wine, Two, Three

Explore Sonoma County with The Travel Mom

This harvest season, learn how to taste wine, how to talk about wine, how to pair food with wine, and how wine is made with Emily Kaufman, The Travel Mom.

Wine, Two, Three! Explore Sonoma County with The Travel Mom

Fresh Travel News from Sonoma County

Friends gather around a vegetable platter on a wooden deck in Sonoma County

Gather in Sonoma

Come gather in Sonoma County this holiday and winter season. Our bountiful land and its people are ready to pull up another seat to the table and share what we’re so thankful for. This season is an...

A group of people shares a harvest feast in the vineyards in Sonoma County

Visit Wine Country at Peak Sweetness

Visit Sonoma County during harvest and enjoy special offers on lodgings, tours, and tastings as you hike through fall colors , kayak down the Russian River , or enjoy the flavors of harvest time ....

The golden afternoon sunlight streams through grapevines in Carneros AVA in Sonoma County

Trip Itineraries

A Fabulous Fall Weekend in Sonoma Wine Country

For a true fall getaway, follow scenic two-lane highways to the incomparable Sonoma Valley, nestled on the eastern edge of Northern California's Sonoma County. With fewer visitors on the roads and the...

Alexander Valley aerial view in Sonoma County in Fall

Where to See Fall Colors in Sonoma County

Gorgeous fall colors spread like tapestry across Sonoma County from early September through late November, with Mother Nature weaving spectacular autumnal artworks. Vineyard foliage turns from green...

Ferrari Carano is an iconic winery to visit in Sonoma County's Dry Creek Valley

Wineries & Wine

13 Sonoma County Wineries You Should Know

While some people might consider the number '13' unlucky, experiencing any of these 13 Sonoma County wineries and their amazing wines will surely make you feel lucky. Home to 425+ wineries and 18...

Sightseeing & Tours

Wineries & Wine

Guide to Food and Wine Tours

When you're thinking about exploring Sonoma Wine Country's many wine tasting rooms, think about relaxation, entertainment, education, and safety. It's easy, especially when you venture out with a...

SingleThead in Healdsburg received three Michelin Stars in 2018.

Restaurants & Dining

Michelin Stars in Sonoma County

Say it loud, and say it proud: Sonoma County's fine dining scene is even finer now, as SingleThread in Healdsburg has been awarded three Michelin stars for the 2019 guide. That makes it the first...

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The Artisans of Sonoma County

The best way to explore Sonoma is biking through the vineyards and farmlands. It lets you slow down and appreciate the rolling hills of the wine country. Our host Kati joined…

Inside Sonoma County's Blog

Your Inside Sonoma County Guide features blog posts by local bloggers who are eager to share their local secrets, personal travel experiences, not-to-miss upcoming events, new restaurant openings, wine reviews, and much more.