Sunday, October 9, 2011

Home Grown

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Living in California certainly has its perks, especially since we live so close to some of the very best wineries in the world. Not only is Gallo Winery from our area, there are an abundant amount of wineries speckled all around the beautiful Sonoma Valley.


P1010026 These photos are from a trip that we took several years ago, but I like to revisit them as the colors of the scenery and the memories of that day are wonderful.


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Located outside of Healdsburg, California is a neat little general store that is owned and operated by the Gallo family. There you can find wonderful wines and cheeses and even a deli counter that can whip up a delicious sandwich to either take out or dine on the casual patio out front.


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The store has a farmhouse feel to it…


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Chocolate and red wine are GOOD for you, too! Pezzi King winery has a wonderful red wine called Riley’s Red. Riley, a handsome Wheaten Scottie, is the mascot of the winery.


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Not only are the wines outstanding, the views from the winery are gorgeous.


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22 comments:

  1. KrisOctober 9, 2011 at 1:51 PM

    Are you up in the Santa Maria area? Very pretty shots!!

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  2. SalmagundiOctober 9, 2011 at 2:21 PM

    Thanks for sharing - we've never been to the wine country of Calif., but plan a trip in 2012. Sally

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  3. ClaudiaOctober 9, 2011 at 2:24 PM

    That snuggle up chocolate sure looks tasty! The scenery is beautiful.

    xo
    Claudia

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  4. Sunny Simple LifeOctober 9, 2011 at 3:04 PM

    This is such a beautiful post and you do indeed live in such a lovely area of the state.

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  5. Vickie @ Ranger 911October 9, 2011 at 3:08 PM

    Beautiful vistas! It looks like your dog was the model for the wine label.

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  6. DebbyOctober 9, 2011 at 3:16 PM

    Such great fall pictures.

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  7. Twinkle TerriorOctober 9, 2011 at 4:04 PM

    Love the post - great blog (and pup too) :)

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  8. TheCrankyCrowOctober 9, 2011 at 4:32 PM

    Beautiful photos....and some of my favorite things in life...wine and cheese!! ;o) Smiles & Hugs ~ Robin

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  9. camp and cottage livingOctober 9, 2011 at 4:37 PM

    I know I'll never make it there, so I really appreciate the photos you're sharing! Such a beautiful area.

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  10. Julie HarwardOctober 9, 2011 at 5:24 PM

    Love that dog, and all the Fall loveliness! ;D

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  11. ~Kim at Golden Pines~October 9, 2011 at 5:30 PM

    Great pictures!! Virginia has many wineries, and there are festivals at many of them right now--Its fun to visit and just spend the day!!

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  12. PondsideOctober 9, 2011 at 10:24 PM

    Wine and chocolate - very good for you! You're so lucky to live withing driving distance of such a beautiful part of the country.

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  13. VeeOctober 10, 2011 at 6:13 AM

    Very nice trip to wine country...I'd drink wine if it liked me. I have nothing against it. Beautiful views!

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  14. Changes in the windOctober 10, 2011 at 6:35 AM

    Great place to run around in.....

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  15. ElsieOctober 10, 2011 at 8:09 AM

    Wow, beautiful Becky. You better leave Missy Fiona at home, she might want to flirt with Riley.
    That chocolate really looks good.
    Thanks for sharing.

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  16. LindaOctober 10, 2011 at 10:14 AM

    Wonderful pictures! I love going up to Northern California to visit...it is so pretty in that area!! My BIL lives up in wine country!

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  17. LululizOctober 10, 2011 at 1:07 PM

    Gorgeous photographs! The area looks beautiful.

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  18. UnknownOctober 11, 2011 at 5:18 AM

    Becky, I have often wondered if you knew some of the folks that I know from Gallo. They are one of my long time customers and I've been there a couple of times for business. They are so nice! :) It is such a pretty place. :)

    ~Liz

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  19. black eyed susans kitchenOctober 11, 2011 at 9:38 AM

    Yes, living in California does have its perks! I have got to get out there again. Beautiful pictures and happy memories.

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  20. GranthamLynnOctober 11, 2011 at 10:06 AM

    Some perks! Thanks for the tour!

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  21. Susie QOctober 18, 2011 at 7:08 AM

    I love this area so much and would love to get back someday. Till then I can revel in your photos!

    I am such a bad friend and real life has interrupted my blogger routine for a year now. But I do get around when I can and I so love catching up with you!

    Love,
    Sue

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  22. Andrea at Opulent CottageOctober 18, 2011 at 6:11 PM

    I so love seeing your beautiful wine country photos! We were there in Healdsburg years ago, and would love to come back someday. The shop photos are so inspiring too, thank you Becky!! It's fun to catch up with you!
    xo, Andrea

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