UNCORKED WINE TRAVELS

Musings Along The Wine Trails

Shine On Harvest Moon

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The picturesque meandering country Olivet Road in Sonoma’s Russian River Valley was my starting point for the Winter Wine Land festival last month.  Five fantastic vineyards in a row!  Harvest Moon Estate & Winery turned out to be one of my most treasured finds.

IMG_6071Stoic dormant vines line the driveway of the Harvest Moon Estate & Winery, emulating a comfortable, familiar feeling of coming to visit an “old friend”.  I was warmly welcomed into the cozy tasting room and invited to sample any of the five featured wines. [Read more…]

One Big Party At Opolo Vineyards

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Opolo Vineyards long driveway is surrounded by rolling vineyards in all directions
Opolo Vineyards long driveway is surrounded by rolling vineyards in all directions

One thing is for sure when you reach Opolo Vineyards on the westside of Paso Robles, you’re in for one big party!  Doesn’t matter what day of the week really….there is always something going on at Opolo Vineyards!  Plan to stay awhile!

Relax under the water misters on the huge outside patio at Opolo Vineyards
Relax under the water misters on the huge outside patio at Opolo Vineyards

On weekends, guests are treated to the homemade sausages of lamb, beef and pork grilling on the BBQ.  Water misters are usually on as the temperatures in the late spring/early summer frequently hit the 90s.  For a small fee, there is a wood fired brick oven that puts out some tasty hand tossed pizza.  Opolo Vineyards is a good first stop on the weekend as few wineries serve food. [Read more…]