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MacLeod Family Vineyard: Lawndale Rd. Kenwood (Sonoma Valley)
707.833.4312 www.MacLeodFamilyVineyard.com Hrs: by appointment TF: PIE
Wines: Sauv Blanc, Merlot, Zin. Notes: A family vineyard across from Chateau St Jean. Tasting is in the vineyards with great views of the valley. Appointments in the morning. Standout Sauv Blanc, from the Château d’Yquem clone. Delicious and reasonable. Page 41
Madonna Estate: 5400 Old Sonoma Rd. Napa (Carneros)
707.255-8864 www.madonnaestate.com Hrs: 10-5 TF: $-$$ Wines: Pinot Grigio, Chard, Pinot Noir, Merlot, Dolcetto, Cab Sauv, Riesling, Gewürztraminer, Muscat Canelli. Notes: Organic, dry farmed vineyards, picnic, very convenient from San Francisco. A popular tour bus stop. 3rd generation Italian-American winemakers, remarkably good wines. Page 109
Mahoney Vineyards: 708 First Street Napa Tasting Room
707.265.9600 www.mahoneyvineyards.com Hrs: 11-7 TF: $$ Wines: Pinot Noir, Syrah, Vermentino. They are long-time winemakers from Carneros. Page 135
Manzanita Creek Winery: 1441-A Grove St. Healdsburg (Northern Sonoma)
707.433.4052 www.manzanitacreek.com Hrs: Wed-Sat 10-4 Also tasted at Sonoma Enoteca TF: $ Wines: Petite Sirah, Syrah, Zin, Pinot Noir, Muscat. They are located in a light-industrial park in town. Of course, here industry means winemaking. Very good wines. Page 181
Marimar Estate: 11400 Graton Rd. Sebastopol (Russian River)
707.823.4365 www.marimarestate.com Hrs: 11-4 appt TF: $$ Wines: Chard, Pinot Noir, Syrah-Tempranillo. Owned by a Spanish family with a long winemaking history. Page 55
Markham Vineyards: 2812 St Helena Hwy N. (Rt 29) St. Helena
707.963.5292 www.markhamvineyards.com Hrs: 11-5 TF: $$-$$$ Wines: Merlot, Cab Sauv, Sauv Blanc, Chard. Notes: A spacious tasting room with an art gallery featuring photography of Rock & Roll icons from the 60’s and 70’s, a nice gift shop and some good, well-priced wines. A nice tasting staff. Page 199
Marston Family Winery: Sulphur Springs Rd St Helena (Spring Mountain)
707.260.4692 appointment www.marstonfamilyvineyard.com Wines: Cab Sauv. Page 193
Martin Ray Winery: 2191 Laguna Rd. Santa Rosa (Russian River)
707.823.2404 www.martinraywinery.com Hrs: 11-5 Varies w/ Season TF: $ Wines: Pinot Gris, Sauv Blanc, Chard, Pinot Noir, Merlot, Cab Sauv. Under the Angeline Label: Gewürztraminer, Riesling. Page 55
Martinelli Vineyards & Winery: 3360 River Rd. Windsor (Northern Sonoma)
707.525.0570 www.martinelliwinery.com Hrs: 10-5 8 guests by appt TF: $ Wines: Chard, Pinot Noir, Syrah, Zin, Gewürztraminer, Muscat Alexandria, Sauv Blanc. Notes: They have been growing grapes along side the Russian River for generations. Wonderful Russian River Pinot and Chard. A comfy, rustic tasting room filled with great, home style Gifts. A friendly & knowledgeable staff. They are just a short distance off of Highway 101 in a converted Hop Kiln. A must visit. Page 170
Matanzas Creek Winery: 6097 Bennett Valley Rd. Santa Rosa (Bennett Valley)
800.590.6464 www.matanzascreek.com Hrs: 10-4:30 Tours Mon-Sat by appt TF: $-$$ Wines: Merlot, Chard, Sauv, Blanc, Cab Sauv, Syrah, Rosé. Notes: They are west of Glen Ellen along a narrow road, a beautiful Asian style winery with lavender gardens, gift shop and tours. They offer estate made lavender products with their seriously good wines. They are owned by Jess Jackson, who lives nearby. Page 41
Mauritson Family Winery: 2859 Dry Creek Rd. Healdsburg (Dry Creek Valley)
707.431.0804 www.mauritsonwines.com Hrs: 10-5 Tours by appt TF: $-$$
Wines: Sauv Blanc, Chard, Zin, Cab Sauv, Petite Sirah, Syrah. Note: Picnic. Page 57
Mayacamas Vineyards & Winery: 1155 Lokoya Rd. Napa (Mount Veeder)
707.224.4030 www.mayacamas.com Hrs: by appointment Mon-Fri TF: PIE Wines: Cab Sauv, Chard, Sauv Blanc, Pinot Noir, Blend Notes: Remote Location. Page 117
Mayo Family Winery: 13101 Arnold Dr. Glen Ellen
707.938.9401 www.mayofamilywinery.com Hrs: 10-6:30 TF: $ Wines: 30 to 40 wines. Notes: They have two locations, including this one at the traffic light where Arnold Avenue meets Rt. 12. They are a family-owned and run winery, very relaxed with an amazing collection of wines. Their winery is by their home in the Bennett Valley. Although the name sounds Irish, the family is actually from France. Very relaxed and friendly with well-made wines. Page 95
Mazzocco Vineyards: 1400 Lytton Springs Rd. Healdsburg (Northern Sonoma)
707.431.8159 www.mazzocco.com Hrs: 11-5 TF: $ CWP Wines: Chard, Viognier, Carignane, Pinot Noir, Zin, Cab Sauv, Merlot, Blends. Notes: This is a very pretty winery perched up on a rise near a little airport. The original owner lived in LA and liked the spot because he could fly up in his plane and walk next door. They make some great Chard, and Rhone-style wines. The tasting room is bright and airy with a nice staff. It makes a great stop between Dry Creek and Alexander valleys. Page 57
Meeker Vineyards: 21035 Geyserville Ave. Geyserville (Northern Sonoma) Tasting Room
707.431.2148 www.meekervineyards.com Hrs: 11-4 TF: $ Wines: Bordeaux, Cab Sauv, Merlot, Zin, Petite Sirah, Syrah, Carignane, Ice wine. Notes: Their tasting room is an historic bank in downtown Geyserville - taste in the vault! Page 59
Merryvale Vineyards: 1000 Main St. St. Helena
707.963.7777 www.merryvale.com Hrs: 10 - 6:30 TF: $$-$$$ Wines: Sauv Blanc, Semillon, Chard, Merlot, Cab Sauv, Fortified Dessert Wine, Zin, Pinot Noir. Notes: This building was once owned by the Mondavi family during the days of bulk winemaking. It sits beside the railroad tracks, and they would pull the tanker cars into the barrel room. Now that room is used for events and it is grand. They have a nice gift section, a very festive tasting room that is open late compared to their neighbors. The wines are first rate and they are next to the restaurants Tra Vigne, Pizzeria Tra Vigne & Taylors Refresher, and walking distance to downtown St Helena. Obviously there are many things that make this a popular winery. Page 205
Michel Schlumberger Fine Wine: 4155 Wine Creek Rd. Healdsburg (Dry Creek Valley)
707.433.7427 www.michelschlumberger.com Hrs: 11-5 by appointment. Tours at 11 or 2 TF: $-$$ Wines: Cab Sauv, Syrah, Pinot Noir, Merlot, Pinot Blanc, Chard. Notes: This is a pretty winery in a classic building with a good reputation. They are on a side road off of West Dry Creek Road. They are by appointment and they do a nice tour. They have that wonderful North Sonoma casual friendliness that makes for a great tasting experience. Page 57
Mietz Cellars: Tastings at Family Wineries. Healdsburg (Dry Creek Valley)
Wines: Sauv Blanc Pinot Noir, Cab Sauv, Merlot, Sangiovese, Zin, Petit Verdot, Claret. Page 181
Milat Vineyards Winery: 1091 St Helena Hwy (Rt 29). S St. Helena
707.963.0758 www.milat.com Hrs: 10-5:30 Hrs may vary in Winter TF: $ CWP
Wines: Chenin Blanc, Chard, Merlot, Zin, Cab Sauv, Port, Chocolate Port Sauce. Notes: A small, family-owned winery that produces very good wines at reasonable prices. Great location, although the tasting room doesn't handle a big crowd. Page 145
Mill Creek Vineyards & Winery: 1401 Westside Rd. Healdsburg (Russian River)
707.431.2121 www.millcreekwinery.com Hrs: 10-5 TF: $ Wines: Chard, Syrah, Gewürztraminer, Sauv Blanc, Zin. Notes: Some very well-made wines and a great staff. Page 57
Miner Family Vineyards: 7850 Silverado Trail Oakville
707.944.9500 x 17 www.minerwines.com Hrs: 11 - 5 TF: $-$$ Wines: Chard, Viognier, Sauv Blanc, Cab Sauv, Pinot Noir, Merlot, Syrah, Petite Sirah, Zin, Sangiovese, Rosato. Notes: The building is perched above the Silverado Trail with great views. It is a fun tasting room with a nice staff. As of this printing, they don't own vineyards, so they buy grapes from a wide variety of locations to produce their excellent wines. Great building and caves. Page 127
Montemaggiore: 2355 W. Dry Creek Rd. Healdsburg (Dry Creek Valley)
707.433.9499 www.montemaggiore.com Hrs: by appointment TF: $ Wines: Reds, Syrah. Notes: A very small Biodynamic winery with great views and a remote location. Page 57
Monticello Cellars: 4242 Big Ranch Rd. Napa (Oak Knoll)
707.253.2802 x 18 www.CorleyFamilyNapaValley.com Hrs: 10-4:30 Blending seminars are $45. TF: $$-$$$ Wines: Cab Sauv, Merlot, Blend. Notes: They are in central Oak Knoll and produce some very nice wines. The site of a scaled replica of Monticello. Picnics. Page 119
Moon Mountain Vineyard: 1700 Moon Mountain Dr. Sonoma (Sonoma Valley)
707.996.5870 www.moonmountainvineyard.com Hrs: by appointment Tue-Sat Tours at 10:30 & 2:30 only. TF: $-$$ Wines: Cab Sauv, Sauv Blanc, Chard. Notes: These are some of the oldest caves in Sonoma. The buildings are very interesting, and the site is incredible, at the tops of the mountains, on the edge of the Mount Veeder district of Napa. A good tour and a very winding road to get there with great views. Page 41
Mounts Family Winery: 3901 Wine Creek Rd Healdsburg (Dry Creek Valley)
707.292.8148 www.mountswinery.com Hrs:appt. TF:$ Wines: Zin, P. Sirah, Cab Sauv & Franc Pg. 57
Mount Veeder Winery: Tasted at Franciscan Wines: Cab Sauv Reserve, Cab Franc. Page 143
Mumm Napa Valley: 8445 Silverado Trail Rutherford
707.967.7700 www.mummnapa.com Hrs: 10-5 TF: $-$$$ by glass or flight
Wines: Pinot Noir, Chard, Santana, DVX, Demi Sec, Sparkling Pinot Noir, Cuvee M Red, Blanc de Blanc, Brut Prestige, Blanc de Noirs, Cuvee M, Brut Reserve. Notes: Tours, photo gallery, gardens, gifts, pet friendly, great vews. Sparkling wines. A fun place, taste sitting in the glass enclosed tasting room or on the patio. A festive staff, not surprising since they’re pouring bubbly all day. They can handle larger parties but call in advance. Great gifts and the views over the vineyards at sunset are great. Chocolate is always available. Page 129
Murphy-Goode Estate Vineyard & Winery: 20 Matheson St. Healdsburg Tasting Room
707.431.7644 www.murphygoodewinery.com Hrs: 10:30-4:30 TF: $ Wines: Fumé Blanc, Chard, Cab Sauv, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Zin, Claret, Petit Verdot, Rosé, Muscat Canelli. Notes: A friendly winery with a nice variety of wines. Page 181
Muscardini Cellars: 8910 Sonoma Hwy Kenwood (Sonoma Valley)
707.933-9305 www.muscardinicellars.com Hrs: 11-6 TF: $$ CWP Wines: Rosato di Sangiovese, Zin, Barbera, Syrah, Cab Sauv. Notes: They share their tasting room with Ty Caton. They are good examples of how much microclimates and grape selections can create unique & delicious results. The wines are well made and full of that lovely Sonoma depth and complexity. Page 97
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