Seghesio Winery


Food Just Like Grandma Made

A Food and Wine Experience Summer 2011

By Lindy Baker and Judy Tischler

Seghesio Winery is located about ½ mile north of Healdsburg, just off Dry Creek Road.  It is a historic winery, having been family owned and run, until its recent sale, since 1901.  The winery is best known for its award-winning Zinfandels.  Upon entering you will notice a lovely picnic area under the shade of old oak trees.

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St. Francis Winery and Vineyard

An Elegant Experience in Wine and Food

Summer 2011

By Lindy Baker and Judy Tischler

St. Francis Winery is located on the Highway 12 corridor in Sonoma Valley, just outside of Santa Rosa’s city limit.  The winery boasts beautiful mountain and vineyard views; a patio surrounds the tasting room and while they do not allow picnicking per se, they do have charcuterie plates available for purchase that you can enjoy either on the patio overlooking the grounds, or inside by a warm cozy fireplace.  Either would be a lovely way to spend an afternoon, but if you have the time, the food and wine experience is the best way to go.

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