By Alice, on October 12th, 2010 
Abundant organic gardens and vineyards grace the artful surroundings and stunning architecture at Stone Edge Farm in Sonoma, where fine artisanal wines are produced along with “extra virgin” olive oil. The beautifully designed private estate–featured widely in national and local publications–may be toured by appointment only by emailing Culinary Director, John McReynolds. Join the Mailing List to receive invitations to special events, and to learn of special offerings on Stone Edge wines. Having tasted the soon-to-be-released 2007 vintage of Stone Edge ‘Surround,’ I’m enamored of the wine’s big, jammy, full-flavored blend of 86% Cabernet Sauvignon and 14% Merlot, lingering delectably on the palate .
Continue reading Harvest Season In Sonoma .. Stone Edge Farm and Vineyards
By Alice, on September 27th, 2010 
Motto of ‘the girl & the fig’ .. “Country Food with a French Passion.” A foodie haven in Northern California Wine Country, right off Sonoma’s main square at 110 W. Spain Street: phone 707.938.3634.
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By Alice, on September 21st, 2010 
‘Garden Contrasts’ – one of the gallery-style garden installations created for Cornerstone Sonoma in Northern California Wine Country – exemplifies the landscape design of Oehme, van Sweden & Associates Landscape Architects. James van Sweden, an influential figure associated with the New American Garden style, and partner Sheila Brady follow a philosophy that references natural meadows; an ecologically minded, low- maintenance approach, and the skillful uniting of informal plantings within a refined hardscape.
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