Although originally built as the Balletto’s produce packaging and shipping center, the building at 5700 Occidental Road sure makes for a great winery. With its 12-inch-thick, insulated walls, serious temperature control, a deep concrete foundation and floors that slope toward drains, the change from a produce facility to winery was pretty painless. Out went the stainless steel tables for making mixed green salads and in came the stainless steel...
A destination hideaway in the center of the Green Valley and Russian River Valley. Named after the Dutton family’s agricultural heritage of the historical apple growing region, the winery was established in 1995 by Tracy and Joe Dutton. Dutton Estate Winery produces vineyard-designated Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Syrah and Sauvignon Blanc from the family’s estate vineyards at Dutton Ranch in the Green Valley and Russian River Valley. Collectively...
Since 1945 the Paul family has been inviting visitors to our family location for a taste of the Russian River Valley. In early years, fresh apple juice and apples enticed travelers and locals alike to stop by and fill their cars with the sweet aroma of Sonoma County’s famous Gravenstein apple. Many of those families made our ranch an annual excursion and we looked forward to visits from the folks we fondly called our regulars. As times have changed, so...
In 1970, San Francisco firefighter Cecil De Loach and his wife Christine staked their claim in the wine grape business by purchasing 24 acres of old-vine Zinfandel in the Russian River Valley of Sonoma County. In the early seventies, the De Loaches decided to acquire additional vineyard land. For several years they watched others make notable wine from their grapes before making the decision to produce wine under the De Loach label in 1975. More than...
Russian River Vineyards, in the heart of Sonoma’s famed Russian River Valley, is a unique “destination winery” — one of the oldest and most storied in the region. As stewards of this beautiful and historic site, we proudly share our passion for fine wine and our personal commitment to maintain and enhance this extraordinary estate. Come join us in our casual, comfortable tasting room in the heart of the Russian River Valley. We...
The term “garagistes” originated in Bordeaux in the 1980’s and referred to a group of innovative winemakers who produced exceptional wines in their garages rather than in grand chateaux. Since 1979, we have carried on the garagistes tradition of innovation and excellence in a chateau alternative locale. Taft Street Winery continues in the garagistes traditions to this day, producing limited production, handcrafted wines from select Sonoma County...
Courtney Benham acquired the historic Martini & Prati winery in July 2003, which is now Martin Ray Winery and the home of our Tasting Room. The Tasting Room structure, dating back to the 1900′s, used to serve as a stable and bunkhouse where Italian immigrants stayed during harvest and crush. The winery also houses a 1 million gallon production facility. Established in 1881 as the Twin Fir Winery, the historic site is distinguished as the oldest...
HANNA Winery has its roots on a farm in Syria where Dr. Elias S. Hanna, a world-renowned cardiac surgeon now based in San Francisco, was born and raised. His family grew a variety of crops, including grapevines, and for him, a vineyard offered both tranquility and promise. “After I moved to San Francisco and started my practice, I was anxious to find a place in the country,” Dr. Hanna says. “I missed the pace of farm life.” Beginning with...
Sonoma County's best kept secret!
Visit eight wineries along the Highway 116 corridor.Balletto Vineyards & Winery
Dutton Estate Winery
Graton Ridge Cellars
HANNA Winery
Hook & Ladder Winery (Sebastopol location)
Martin Ray Winery
Russian River Vineyards
Taft Street Winery
Learn MoreMother’s Day Traveling Bouquet & Tasting – May 12
Mom gets a complimentary tasting at all member wineries and will collect a flower at each location. At the end of your tasting tour, mom will have a beautiful Spring bouquet to display! (Normal tasting fees apply to non-moms)
Grill 116 – July 27 (Date subject to change)
Taste Route 116 announces another unique event enticing visitors to visit the Hwy 116 corridor in the Sebastopol area. The Grill 116 event is from 11am to 4pm on Saturday, July 27, 2013. Ticket holders will receive a souvenir logo glass, tasty grilled food bites, delicious wines and classic cars at each of the six participating wineries along Highway 116 near Sebastopol.
Tickets are $45 Per Person, $35 for Wine Club Members and $10 for Designated Drivers (glass not included for DD’s) and can be purchased at participating wineries.
Wine Club Day – December TBA
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