Casa Nuestra means 'our house' in Spanish. The winery produces 1500 cases of award-winning wines annually. Two unique blends are produced here—Meritage, which is a blend of Bordeaux varietals, and Tinto, which is made from a rare blend. Along with these, varietals such as Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Chenin Blanc and Riesling are also crafted here. You can join one or all three of the wine clubs, get free wine and lots of discounts. Tours are by appointment only.
It's said that good things come in small packages—well, the Robert Craig Winery is small and its wines are not only good, but excellent. This exclusive winery is ranked among the best Cabernet Sauvignon producers in Napa Valley, and also produces Chardonnay, Syrah and Zinfandel. Visit its tasting-room at Vallejo Street and delight your taste-buds.
Saddleback Cellars is a quaint, rustic winery owned and operated by the Venge family. It produces 7000 cases of wine annually, and the varieties include Sangiovese, Chardonnay and Zinfandel. It has a reputation among wine collectors and connoisseurs, who especially look forward to its occasional sales. The annual Tag-a-Long, an event where wine, along with foods that go with it are served, is another anticipated event.
Kudos to the Chappellet couple who broadened the horizons of this beautiful valley with their vineyard. It was set up as a flourishing winery after the Prohibition. Every avid wine drinker craves for the intoxicating taste of the Chappellet wines, and the critics agree too so stop by for a glass!
The Saintsbury Winery was named after George Saintsbury, a British man of letters and wine connoisseur. It has come a long way since it was founded in 1981—in the last few decades it has accelerated its turn-out from 3000 cases to over 55,000! It specializes in the making of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, and turns out select varietals of the latter occasionally.
Lagunitas Brewing Company is a popular brewery located in the neighborhood of Crown in Petaluma. The brewery, although not open for tourists, offers a vibrantly decorated and rustic looking brew pub or also known as the taproom. They also serve some delicious bar snacks like smoked chicken wings, nachos and pretzels to name a few. The bar attracts socially upbeat patrons and is a great place to sip on some fresh beer and enjoy the live sports telecast.