Around Sonoma County

Weathered tree roots at Armstrong Redwoods State Natural Reserve

Armstrong Woods

Long before moving to Sonoma County from Southern California, Marc Goldberg regularly visited Armstrong Woods on his annual wine-tasting trip to Northern California. Now that he lives here and works in our tasting room, we’ve asked him to share some of his thoughts on this magical place.

Sunrise viewed from the Emeritus winery at Hallberg Ranch

Best Thanksgiving Hiking Spots in Sonoma County

Sonoma County has a wealth of autumn beauty and so many places to immerse yourself in it. Come for the wine and food, stay and enjoy it all amidst the fresh air and fall foliage!

Three people enjoy Emeritus wine around a not yet lit campfire

Best Camping Spots in Sonoma County

Sonoma County has a wealth of natural beauty and so many ways to explore it. Come for the wine and food, stay and enjoy it all between a canopy of redwoods or near crashing waves, either in a classic tent or as a luxurious glamping experience!

In the background, picnicker enjoys a stemless glass of Ruby Ruby. In the foreground waits a bowl of green and red table grapes, a meat and cheese sandwich on whole wheat bread, a bottle of Ruby Ruby, and a small bag of BBQ flavored potato chips.

Best Picnic Spots in Sonoma County

Sonoma County has a wealth of natural resources and so many ways to enjoy them. If you’re here for the wine and food, picnicking in any of the beautiful areas we have available is a must!

Sonoma County is Thrilled to Welcome You Back!

Part of what we love about our corner of California wine country is the extraordinary landscape, array of activities, and amazing food and wine. This week is National Travel & Tourism Week and we are celebrating all the wonderful adventures and vistas our county has to offer!

White-blossomed peach trees in the foreground, Hallberg Ranch in budbreak and the Emeritus water tower in the background

Celebrate National Ag Day

Hosted by the Agriculture Council of America (ACA), National Ag Day was launched in 1973 to recognize the important contributions of America’s farmers and ranchers. It’s a day to celebrate the industry for providing almost everything we eat, use, and wear on a daily basis.

Spring wildflowers planted between the vines at Hallberg Ranch

World Wildlife Day 2021

Being so close to the Laguna de Santa Rosa Wetlands Preserve and doing everything we can to be as sustainable as possible, we get all kinds of visitors, including birds, dragonflies, and frogs. For World Wildlife Day, we’re shining a spotlight on these special vineyard guests!

Hallberg Ranch Sign and Emeritus Vineyards Winery

October is Sonoma County Wine Month!

There are more reasons than ever to celebrate Sonoma County Wine Month in 2020—for starters, the fact that we can celebrate. So, we’re embracing the spirit of celebration by expanding our range of tasting experiences. Some of them are new, some are old favorites, and all are a salute to all things Pinot Noir!

2020 Sonoma County Wine Auction

Look for Emeritus amongst the festivities of the 2020 Sonoma County Wine Auction! We’re contributing to Live Auction Lot 3 and Online Auction Lot 132 in support of our local community in education, health & human services, the environment, and arts & culture.

Traveling Wine Bottle postcards spread across a desk

Postcards from a Traveling Wine Bottle

Dear Friends,

It’s so exciting. After three years waiting in the cellar, I finally have the chance to take a summer vacation!

I’m going to travel all over Sonoma County. First stop is… Oh there are so many places I want to see, it’s hard to decide…

The E-Files