The day after Thanksgiving is usually filled with early morning wake-up calls to wait in line for one of the “hot” items this Christmas. But the day after Thanksgiving in Sonoma County is different. Yeah, there will be lines in front of malls and specialty stores, but with over 250 wineries opening their doors, most shoppers in Sonoma County have relaxation and on their shopping lists.
Many wineries will be offering specials all weekend, making it easy to find a special bottle for everyone on your holiday list.
Here are some specials we know about. Some of these wineries are rarely open to the public, so make sure to stop in and visit them as you might just find your new favorite.
Peterson Winery
Open Friday, Nov. 27th and Saturday, Nov. 28th, 11 – 4:30
Complimentary Tasting
4791 Dry Creek Rd. Bldg. 7, Healdsburg, CA 95448
707-431-7568
Meet winemaker Jamie Peterson and owner Fred Peterson as they pour their current releases and a few library wines, too. Check out their case sale and library verticals (same wine from sequential years) for your holiday needs.
Deux Amis Winery
Open Friday, Nov. 27th and Saturday, Nov. 28th, 11 – 4:00
Complimentary Tasting
New location: 602 Limerick Lane, Healdsburg, CA 95448
707-431-7945
Stop in and try their Zinfandels, Pinot Noir and Petite Sirah in the great old ivy-covered stone building that has a history of winemaking dating back to the end of prohibition.
Acorn Winery
Open one day only, Saturday, Nov. 28th, 11 – 4:00
A $5 glass charge per guest
12040 Old Redwood Highway, Healdsburg, CA 95448
707-433-6440
Acorn will be featuring, and discounting (up to 30% for Club members) cases of their 2006 Sangiovese, Cabernet Franc, Axiom Syrah, and Heritage Vines Zinfandel, plus pouring their newly released 2007 Medley, Sangiovese, Axiom Syrah and Zinfandel.
Carol Shelton Winery
Open Friday, Nov. 27th and Saturday, Nov. 28th, 11 – 4:00
Complimentary Tasting
3354B Coffey Lane, Santa Rosa, California 95403
707-575-3441
Talk to the Zin Guru—Carol Shelton—and master the Zin of Zen. Carol will be pouring all her current releases, along with some library wines. Great holiday discount will help you stock up on your favorite Zins and fulfill your shopping list, too!
These are just some of the wineries offering great holiday specials. You can find more events here or leave an event in the comments. Cheers and happy holiday shopping!
