Sparkling Sonoma: Bubbles from Your Backyard

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Elevate your celebrations with these local bottles 

By Erin Hunt Moore    

While sparkling wine lovers agree that the perfect time for bubbles is, well, any time, sparkling wine pairs perfectly with the holiday season. Although this holiday season may look a little different than we’re used to, with smaller dinners and more intimate soirees, more take-out and home cooking, there isn’t a better time for sparkling! In this year of challenges, consider adding locally crafted bottles to your dinner menu and gift list, giving our local wineries a needed lift after recent fires and difficult pandemic months. If a day or weekend trip to wine country is on your holiday itinerary, be sure to make reservations in advance to ensure properties are open and you understand their current reservation policies.  

We’ve selected a number of sparkling wines to highlight from our neighbors up north in Sonoma County, established icons to newcomers, and smaller, interesting labels. All are available for online purchase and direct shipping, which is helpful in these times! Read the full article here…