​Where are You Headed for California Wine Month?

Toll House Hotel in Los Gatos

All September long, California celebrates Wine Month with wineries, hotels, restaurants and other establishments participating, offering special events, deals, tastings and more. You have afew more days to plan a getaway!
 
Toll House Hotel in Los Gatos
 
The seamless blend of an intimate small-town hotel and the modern character that embodies the Silicon Valley. At the heart of beautiful Los Gatos California, at the base of the serene Santa Cruz Mountains, this charming hotel perfectly captures the ambiance of the historic South Bay town. Saddle up and “wine” down with the Sips and Saddles package which features deluxe accommodations, breakfast for two at the VERGE Restaurant, horseback trail ride, picnic and wine tasting at Cooper-Garrod Vineyards.
 
Casa Madrona Hotel & Spa in Sausalito
 
Combining contemporary design with casual sophistication and bayside charm. Casa Madrona offers a luxurious spa, breathtaking views of sailboats in the harbor and the rolling hills beyond, as well as easy access to the area’s most spectacular attractions. Take advantage of the hotel’s location just miles away from the Napa and Sonoma wine countries with Casa’s Gates of Sonoma Wine Tasting Experience. The package includes luxurious hillside cottage or mansion accommodations, transportation to Ram’s Gate Winery, wine greeting and private tour with a winery sommelier, barrel tasting in the Ram’s Gate Winery Hall barrel hall, four-course seasonal food and wine pairing prepared by Executive Chef Taylr Behnam and a bottle of single vineyard wine (750mL) to enjoy in the comforts of your Casa Madrona accommodations!

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Rancho Valencia Resort and Spa in San Diego

Rancho Valencia Resort & Spa in San Diego
 
Sit back, relax, and enjoy Rosé Sunday at Rein. Experience this elevated pool scene paired with endless Rosé and crudité for $30 when staying overnight. New to the property, Rein Poolside Retreat is an exclusive wellness-inspired pool bar, located at the resort’s adults-only pool that offers a refreshing culinary experience with an elevated yet approachable Southern California poolside vibe. With newly minted cabanas, Rein offers a variety of handcrafted cocktails, fare inspired by the resort’s dedication to healthy living, as well as classic dishes from The Pony Room which can be enjoyed in the spa cabanas and lounge chairs or at the top of the bar.
 
AVANT at Rancho Bernardo Inn in San Diego, CA
 
Drawing on the best of wine country dining with a contemporary California mindset - inspired culinary exploration, leisurely socializing, and the freshest seasonal ingredients. In addition to expertly curated wine lists, AVANT offers six wines on tap. With on-tap offerings, AVANT is able to utilize re-usable wine casks, skipping the need for bottles, corks, cases and labels. Whether by the sip or by the carafe, the first time oxygen touches the juice is when it hits your glass. Enjoy special pairings from Regional Sommelier and Cellar Master, Joe Baumgardner, with specialties like Maine Lobster Salad and Apriori, Chardonnay, Sonoma Coast, 2015, and Braised Wagyu Short Rib with Turley ‘Buck Cobb Vineyard’, Zinfandel, Amador County, 2015.
 
Cheers to the good life! Comment below if you visit or have visited these properties, would love to hear your experience.

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