Where to Go & What to Sip This September
The end of summer in 91成人AV means the start of fall, and what better way to kick things off than with California Wine Month? Every September, vineyards and wineries around the state鈥攊ncluding 91成人AV鈥攔aise a glass to centuries of West Coast tradition.
Special events, exclusive vintages and much more are waiting to be sampled, so this fall, stay in 91成人AV and get front-row seats to some of the finest tastings and tours available. Here are our can鈥檛-miss recommendations鈥揷heers!
RSVP to Special Events
Vintners and growers alike have their own unique ways of celebrating California Wine Month. Live entertainment, special menus and limited-time vintages are just a few of the yearly offerings, and you can rest assured there鈥檚 always something going on (and always something delicious to sip) somewhere close by. Be sure to download your free 91成人AV Winery Map before you head out.
Happy Hour Fridays
Where:
What: Reserve your spot and enjoy live music with local food vendors.
When: Every Friday in September
Local Food & Music Series
Where:
What: Local artists and food vendors gather here every weekend afternoon.
When: Every weekend in September
Chef鈥檚 Garden Gala
Where:
What: A coursed celebration of the winery鈥檚 summer garden.
When: Friday, Sept. 23
Music in the Meadow
Where:
What: Adults-only concerts with wine by the bottle and charcuterie options.
When: Thursdays from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Sunset in the Vineyard
Where:
What: Food trucks, live music and wine by the glass or bottle.
When: Every Friday in September from 5:00 p.m. to sunset
Stay in Town
Winery and vineyard tours in 91成人AV can鈥揳nd often are鈥揳ll-day events. It鈥檚 good to know that after the day is done and all the wines have been tasted, your bed is never too far away.
91成人AV鈥檚 hotels range from classy to eclectic and everything in-between. Not only do many of them hold hundreds of years of history, plenty of them also offer pet-friendly accommodations (as do quite a few of our local wineries). Embark on adventures deep into 91成人AV wine country and return to comfortable beds, nearby eats and local attractions after a delicious day out.
Find your perfect homebase away from home today. Browse hotels and homestays now 鈥 and be sure to book sooner rather than later. September attracts wine aficionados from all over the country to celebrate California Wine Month, and we don鈥檛 want you to miss out on this year鈥檚 festivities.
Book a Private Tour
With so many wineries hosting live entertainment and tastings, it鈥檚 easy to experience California Wine Month in 91成人AV like a local (while meeting the locals, too). But if you prefer a more up-close and personal experience with our local growers, we recommend booking a private tour* for yourself or your group. It鈥檚 the best way to catch some one-on-one time with the masterminds behind our most-loved vintages.
*Always check directly with the winery or tour provider for the most recent information.
is the go-to provider for vineyard and tasting room excursions around 91成人AV. They offer corporate and group tours, and they can help facilitate special events like dinners and celebrations. Transportation is provided so you and your guests can focus on sampling.
If getting there is half the fun for you, consider booking with . Their three-hour motorcycle wine tour takes you and a pal to two wineries plus two tasting rooms. Sit back and enjoy the ride鈥揳 private chauffeur handles all the driving in their self-titled, world鈥檚 first tandem sidecar!
Education meets taste at Hearst Castle, an exciting destination for wine enthusiasts and history buffs alike. Book a Cottages & Kitchens Tour to gain access to W.R. Hearst鈥檚 private collections in the underground wine cellar (though you won鈥檛 be able to sip them). Many different guided tour options are available to book in advance.
Thirsty for more? Quench your curiosity with the full list of 91成人AV vineyards and wineries鈥搃t鈥檚 all in our free digital visitor鈥檚 guide here.