Viansa Winery is just a stone’s throw from San Francisco – a mere 40 minutes from the Golden Gate Bridge. Viansa Winery is a “must” for all visitors to wine country.  Viansa is perched atop a fine hill at the mouth of Sonoma-Carneros and boasts uninterrupted, expansive views. Miles of vineyards, gently rolling hills and rustic olive trees harkens the Italian countryside. And, then there is the wine! Guests can choose from more than 24 different varietals and enjoy a glass or bottle on the outdoor terrace. Savor award-winning wines that include Pinot Grigio, Sangiovese, Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon.

Viansa President & Co-owner Lloyd Davis explains Viansa is dedicated “to Italian-inspired wines and foods. … We pioneered the concept of Cal-Ital wines.”  

Cal-Ital wines are California wines produced from Italian varietals grown right here in Sonoma. Grapes like Pinot Grigio, Tocai, Sangiovese and Barbera share the flavors of the Old World and provide an Italian emphasis on Viansa’s California wine portfolio that also includes award-winning Chardonnay, Zinfandel, Pinot Noir and Cabernet Sauvignon.

“We are very proud of our wines,” says Davis. “We grow close to 100 acres of estate vineyards and buy additional fruit from some of Sonoma’s prized vineyards. … We work hard to see that each varietal we produce is grown in a way that meets the needs of the grape as well as our winemaking team. … We’ve won 28 awards just this year alone!”

A big part of visiting Viansa is enjoying its one-of-a-kind Marketplace where you can sample an array of proprietary food products, purchase unique gift items and enjoy its Italian deli. Their Marketplace will make you feel like you are in Italy! If you are a bird lover, Viansa is a must!  They have established a 113-acre seasonal wetland. More than 600 different species can be seen on an annual basis.

Hopefully you have booked reservations for Viansa’s new Food & Wine Pairing Class. Every Saturday & Sunday at 1 p.m., join 20 new friends and learn from a trained Wine Educator on how to creatively pair wines with foods, spices and flavors.

Come up to Viansa at 25200 Arnold Drive, just outside of Sonoma, and try some amazing wines, shop in its Marketplace and enjoy breathtaking views from its patio while enjoying a wonderful glass of wine! The tasting room and Marketplace is open daily from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information, call 1-800-995-4740 or go to www.viansa.com. Be sure to follow Viansa on Facebook. Enjoy!