Napa and Sonoma definitely exemplify California’s laid-back lifestyle, especially when it comes to attire. Basically, there’s no dress code. However, we urge you to wear comfortable shoes since some walking is necessary especially during lunch and free time. What do you wear to a winery in Sonoma? TIP 4: WEAR LAYERS It’s smart to pack […]

In October 2021, Sonoma County home prices were up 3.6% compared to last year, selling for a median price of $725K. On average, homes in Sonoma County sell after 36 days on the market compared to 37 days last year. There were 588 homes sold in October this year, up from 569 last year. Will […]

Completed in 2012, Terminal B (and its futuristic people mover) handle Aeromexico, Alaska, Hawaiian, Volaris, Seaport, and Southwest flights; American, Delta and JetBlue operate out of Terminal A. Catch a shuttle at ground level in either terminal to visit the onsite rental car terminal; they arrive every 10 minutes. Does Southwest fly to Napa Valley? […]

The Estate Tasting is free. Tours of the 25,000-square-foot underground cave are free. A sampling of Reserve-tier wines is just $20, and the cost is refunded if you buy one of those wines. How much does wine tasting cost in Sonoma? Sonoma County Wine Tasting Even in the laid-back wineries of Sonoma, you can expect […]

In fact, Sonoma County is known for producing some of the most elegant examples of pinot noir in California, noted for showcasing bright red fruit, spice, and earth, with balanced structure. With its varied topography and microclimates, the expansive region of Sonoma County is home to over 65 grape varieties. What makes Sonoma County unique? […]

With more than 425 wineries, Sonoma County has a varietal to suit any taste. Rustic hospitality at small family-run wineries and internationally heralded wine houses with award-winning California wines invite you to explore your own way. How many wineries are in Napa Valley? There are more than 375 wineries open for tastings and 90 urban […]

Sonoma County, California, is famous for so many things that it’s hard to keep them all straight. Of course, we’re probably most famous for our vineyards and the amazing wines we produce — wines that win gold medals in competitions all around the world. What is Sonoma Valley known for? Known as the birthplace of […]

Updated August 3, 2021 TRAVEL UPDATE: Sonoma County is open for business and travel. However, as of Tuesday, August 3rd, it is mandatory to wear masks indoors in public places. This applies to everyone – vaccinated or not – at all businesses. Is Sonoma County open again? What safely reopening looks like in Sonoma County. […]

Table Population Mean travel time to work (minutes), workers age 16 years+, 2015-2019 25.6 Income & Poverty Median household income (in 2019 dollars), 2015-2019 $81,018 Per capita income in past 12 months (in 2019 dollars), 2015-2019 $42,178 What is a living wage in Sonoma County? Living Wage Calculation for Sonoma County, California 1 ADULT 2 […]

In the largest sense of the word, we in Sonoma County are not “suburban”, “subordinate” or “sub” anything – and all of our cities and towns have their very own take on “cool” (fashionable, stylish, chic, up-to-the-minute, sophisticated, trendy, funky, with it, hip, big, happening, groovy, phat, kicky, fly, laid-back… Is Sonoma a city or […]

Good news! As of June 15, Sonoma County is fully open. Wineries, restaurants, shopping malls, movie theaters, and most everyday places are operating as normal – with no capacity limits or physical distancing required. However, everyone is still required to follow masking guidelines in select settings. How Safe Is Sonoma CA? Sonoma, CA crime analytics […]

Petaluma’s minimum wage of $15.20 went into effect Jan. 1, 2021. Santa Rosa’s current minimum wage is also $15.20. In the city of Sonoma, the minimum wage is $15 for businesses with 26 or more employees and $14 for businesses with 25 or fewer employees. Is California minimum wage going up in 2021? 2021 California […]

Step back in time at California’s oldest premium winery at Buena Vista Winery in Sonoma. The Buena Vista was founded in 1857 by “Count” Agoston Haraszthy. What is California’s oldest winery? The oldest vineyard in California is the San Jose vineyard situated under the mountains in Santa Barbara county, between Goléta and San Marcos Pass. […]

Charles M. Schulz-Sonoma County Airport. The closest airport and shuttle service to Sonoma County are the county’s own Charles M. Schulz-Sonoma County Airport (STS), in Santa Rosa, with daily flights on three major carriers; and the Sonoma County Airport Express, which runs between Sonoma County and the San Francisco and Oakland airports. What is the […]

Great Holiday Events in Sonoma Wine Country Sonoma Plaza. Festive decorations at Gualala Arts Center’s Winter Wonderland. West Wines. Santa and Mrs. Healdsburg Wine & Food Walking Tours. Holiday wreath-making at Rodney Strong Vineyards. Some of the cast of Transcendence Theater Company’s “Broadway Holiday Spectacular” Is Sonoma open in December? December-March is considered the “off-season” […]