Sonoma
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Top 10 True Sonoma Coast WinesThe True Sonoma Coast is famed for it's striking landscapes and pioneer spirit.
By William Kelley Last updated
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Phelps takes on Sonoma environmentalists
California winery Joseph Phelps is gearing up for a fight with a group of radical hippy survivors from 1960s San Francisco.
By Decanter Staff Last updated
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Wildfire threatens Sonoma wine country
Wildfires which looked to threaten Sonoma wine country should be under control by tomorrow morning, firefighters said.
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Sonoma champion Rodney Strong dies aged 78
Rodney Strong, Broadway dancer and Sonoma Valley pioneer has died aged 78.
By Chris Mercer Last updated
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Sonoma: growers vs greens
Sonoma growers are fighting a pitched battle with environmentalists trying to restrict their rights to plant alongside the Russian River.
By Panos Kakaviatos Last updated
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Sonoma law tightens label descriptions
A new law signed by California governor Arnold Schwarzenegger restricts the use of the word ‘Sonoma’ to wines made with at least 75% Sonoma grapes.
By Panos Kakaviatos Last updated
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Pinot Noir overtakes Cabernet in Sonoma County, Merlot is ‘dismal’
Pinot Noir prices overtook Cabernet Sauvignon in Sonoma County last year for the first time – and look set to continue, according to the Sonoma Wine Grape Commission.
By Panos Kakaviatos Last updated
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Sonoma pioneer Robert Young dies
Robert Young, the Sonoma County wine pioneer, has died at the age of 90.
By David Furer Last updated
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Cool-climate California Pinot Noir
Marginal sites are now producing world-class Pinot Noir...
By Linda Murphy Last updated
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Sonoma growers face nervous wait
Wine growers on the Sonoma Coast and in the Russian River Valley face a nail-biting wait to discover if 2010 will be a great vintage – or ruined by rain.
By Richard Woodard Last updated
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Sonoma’s Landmark Vineyards sold to Fiji WaterThe billionaire owner of Fiji Water, Stewart Resnick, has made his second major wine buy in a year with the acquisition of Sonoma Chardonnay specialist Landmark Vineyards.
By Richard Woodard Last updated
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Codorniu’s Sonoma plans opposed by monastic orderThree environmental organisations and a monastic community are suing Codorniu's US subsidiary and the state of California over a new vineyard in Sonoma.
By David Furer Last updated
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Sonoma’s Ledson buys Moon Mountain landSonoma producer Steve Ledson has bought 53ha in Sonoma Valley’s Moon Mountain, a region that is currently being considered for official AVA status.
By Courtney Humiston Last updated
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Former Screaming Eagle co-owner buys Sonoma’s Wind GapThe former co-owner of Screaming Eagle – Charles Banks – has purchased a controlling share in Wind Gap winery, Sonoma.
By James Lawrence Last updated
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Sonoma producers protest new labelling lawSmall producers in Sonoma County are angered by new legislation requiring them to label their wines Sonoma County even if they are part of specific sub-appellations.
By Courtney Humiston Last updated
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Codorniu to sell controversy-hit Sonoma estateCodorniu-owned Artesa Vineyards is to sell its Sonoma County estate, but the group denied the move is connected to protests by environmental groups over its planned vineyard there.
By Chris Mercer Last updated
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Sonoma Harvest Wine Auction smashes recordThe annual Sonoma Harvest Wine Auction has raised $4m, close to three times more than the event's previous record of $1.4m set in 2013.
By Decanter Staff Last updated
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First Sonoma barrel auction led by 2014 vintage Pinot NoirPinot Noir from the 2014 vintage led the line in the inaugural Sonoma Barrel Auction, with a collaboration between Williams Selyem, Joseph Swan and Kosta Brown taking joint top lot.
By Chris Mercer Last updated
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Sonoma wine auction hits record salesBy Richard Woodard Last updated
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Six Sonoma Coast producers to watchMore and more winemakers in the True Sonoma Coast are exploring the parameters of the possible.
By William Kelley Last updated
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California vineyards for saleAugust has already witnessed a slew of significant vineyard purchases in California wine country...
By William Kelley Last updated
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Love Burgundy? Try these Californian Chardonnays…The evolution of Chardonnay in California continues...
By Elin McCoy Last updated
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Oscars wine: What will the stars be drinking?What will be served at the 89th Oscars...?
By Richard Woodard Last updated
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Jane Anson: Why it’s an exciting time for Sonoma Cabernet'The best sites are still being discovered'...
By Jane Anson Last updated
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Top Sonoma red wines for the cellarA selection of great red wines from Sonoma County...
By Ronan Sayburn MS Last updated
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Russian River hit by severe floodingResidents have been evacuated...
By Ellie Douglas Last updated
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Rebuilding efforts start after Russian River floodsBusinesses are working to recover from the damage....
By Eduardo Dingler Last updated
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Littorai: Sustainability on California’s north coastElegant Chardonnays and stylish Pinots...
By Stephen Brook Last updated
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Louis Roederer acquires Sonoma winery Merry EdwardsIts first move into Sonoma...
By Richard Woodard Last updated
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US consumers ‘confused’ by multiple Sonoma AVAsSonoma Valley has announced the launch of a new campaign to differentiate the region from the larger Sonoma Coast and even larger Sonoma County AVA.
By Courtney Humiston Last updated
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Penfolds owner sells California wineryBy Richard Woodard Last updated
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Where to eat and drink in Sonoma CountySommelier Courtney Humiston is your guide...
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