Northern California's Sonoma County is a dream haven for wine and food lovers. The area's diverse geography and multitude of microclimates provide an optimal environment for producing world-class, terroir-driven wines, fruits and vegetables. Sonoma is home to more than 425 wineries and nearly 60,000 acres of vineyards that span 19 American Viticultural Areas from the Pacific Coast to the Mayacamas Mountains.
I recently headed to Sonoma for a five night stay to scout the area. I slept in the beds, experienced 10 different vineyards, taste tested 12 restaurants and came back with an innovative itinerary for future #Mapps bookings.
SONOMA
STAY: I stayed at the New Madrona and Montage Healdsburg Resort & Spa
GETTING HERE: 90 minute drive from SFO Airport.
DINING: Top 3 favs: Barn Diva, Valette and Spoonbar.
WINERIES: Top 3 favs: Skipstone, Croix and Verite.
MAPPS X MONTAGE & MADRONA: Special nightly rates, complimentary daily breakfast and food and beverage credits. Nightly rates start at $1250 a night per room plus taxes and service fees.
MAPPS TIP: Stop in Mill Valley for lunch on the way to Sonoma. We loved our meal at The Watershed.