http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/roundup/38681 There's more to Wine Country than world-class wine and lush views. Find unique art collections, hip hotels, historic spas and remarkable restaurants--all a little off the beaten path. en Copyright 2002 Wed, 30 Jan 2002 02:57:20 -0800 editor_sanfrancisco@citysearch.com http://images.citysearch.com/roundup/0e/2e/38681r1.jpg http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/roundup/38681 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles A modern hotel in the heart of Sonoma, Hotel Healdsburg is a sleek yet comfortable establishment offering coveted luxuries such as Chef Charlie Palmer's Dry Creek Kitchen restaurant. Healdsburg, CA http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/profile/11653151/healdsburg_ca/hotel_healdsburg.html Wed, 30 Jan 2002 02:57:20 -0800 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles Submit to pampering in this friendly, charming inn, which has fireplaces and jacuzzi tubs in every private cottage and in-house masseuse appointments available. Calistoga, CA http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/profile/940650/calistoga_ca/cottage_grove_inn.html Wed, 30 Jan 2002 02:57:20 -0800 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles Bringing it back to the basics, El Bonita keeps it simple with streamlined rooms and low prices. St Helena, CA http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/profile/988719/st_helena_ca/el_bonita_motel.html Wed, 30 Jan 2002 02:57:20 -0800 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles Located on a hillside overlooking Cliff Lede's vineyards, this elite inn rewards whoever calls to inquire about prices (not listed on their website) with romantic luxuries and almost total seclusion. Yountville, CA http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/profile/41410439/yountville_ca/poetry_inn.html Wed, 30 Jan 2002 02:57:20 -0800 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles A place to visit in the off-season, when their rooms aren't occupied by the resort's devoted golf following and their deal-of-a-century wine tasting packages are offered with a night's stay. Napa, CA http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/profile/976370/napa_ca/silverado_resort.html Wed, 30 Jan 2002 02:57:20 -0800 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles An unusually cute offspring of the Marriott chain, the lodge offers creature comforts at a reasonable price. Sonoma, CA http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/profile/11445769/sonoma_ca/the_lodge_at_sonoma.html Wed, 30 Jan 2002 02:57:20 -0800 http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.comhttp://winecountry.citysearch.com/search?init_search=1&miles=25&type=dgrid&cslink=cs_topbar_search&context=generic&query=hotels&start=1&sorted=top_rated-desc Wed, 30 Jan 2002 02:57:20 -0800 http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/getaways/northern_california.html Wed, 30 Jan 2002 02:57:20 -0800 http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com Wed, 30 Jan 2002 02:57:20 -0800 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles When the French Laundry's maitre d' doesn't owe you a favor but you still want to experience a piece of the Thomas Keller Empire's edible perfection, Bouchon is where to go. Yountville, CA http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/profile/1010715/yountville_ca/bouchon.html Wed, 30 Jan 2002 02:57:20 -0800 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles Reasonably priced wine flights from Napa and around the world, beer can chicken, and a relaxed atmosphere make this a favorite to locals and tourists alike. Napa, CA http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/profile/978048/napa_ca/bounty_hunter_wine_bar_bistro.html Wed, 30 Jan 2002 02:57:20 -0800 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles An old classic that delivers the basics right and celebrates the bounty of the region, Tra Vigne is a Wine Country no-brainer. Saint Helena, CA http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/profile/988174/saint_helena_ca/tra_vigne.html Wed, 30 Jan 2002 02:57:20 -0800 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles Because sometimes you just need a parchment-wrapped, juicy burger or deep-fried fish taco before hitting your third winery. St Helena, CA http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/profile/988566/st_helena_ca/taylor_s_refresher.html Wed, 30 Jan 2002 02:57:20 -0800 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles If you haven’t been wowed enough by the countryside, prepare to be deliciously dined and pampered at this culinary Mecca. Healdsburg, CA http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/profile/41559748/healdsburg_ca/cyrus_restaurant.html Wed, 30 Jan 2002 02:57:20 -0800 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles The name conjures up visions of Frank Sinatra, but you’ll find more than classic plates here; Himalayan truffles and mushroom tasting menus served in style await your arrival. Saint Helena, CA http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/profile/11621293/saint_helena_ca/martini_house.html Wed, 30 Jan 2002 02:57:20 -0800 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles A sophisticated eatery dedicated to local produce in the heart of the Wine Country. Healdsburg, CA http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/profile/11597422/healdsburg_ca/dry_creek_kitchen.html Wed, 30 Jan 2002 02:57:20 -0800 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles Wine Country's most famous restaurant elevates fine dining to an art. Yountville, CA http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/profile/1010711/yountville_ca/the_french_laundry.html Wed, 30 Jan 2002 02:57:20 -0800 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles The flower-decked outdoor patio of this charming eatery is a locals' favorite for eclectic global cuisine. Calistoga, CA http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/profile/940544/calistoga_ca/wappo_bar_and_bistro.html Wed, 30 Jan 2002 02:57:20 -0800 http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.comhttp://winecountry.citysearch.com/search?lat=383251&type=dgrid&cslink=cs_topbar_search&c_zip=94558&context=generic&query=restaurants&lon=-1223994&init_search=1&miles=25&start=1&sorted=top_rated-desc Wed, 30 Jan 2002 02:57:20 -0800 http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com Wed, 30 Jan 2002 02:57:20 -0800 http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com Wed, 30 Jan 2002 02:57:20 -0800 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles Pleasantly tranquil and hip simultaneously, this resort-spa seals the deal with a geyser-heated pool and comforting yet modern-retro architecture Calistoga, CA http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/profile/940661/calistoga_ca/indian_springs.html Wed, 30 Jan 2002 02:57:20 -0800 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles You’ll have to drive a little farther, but when the friendly winery dog shows up to greet you and the olive trees start to sway in the breeze, all else will fade away. Healdsburg, CA http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/profile/1181959/healdsburg_ca/preston_of_dry_creek.html Wed, 30 Jan 2002 02:57:20 -0800 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles This single-vineyard winery is one of the best in the area, and their appointment-only tour is as educational and eye-opening as it is romantic. Oakville, CA http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/profile/36395801/oakville_ca/nickel_nickel_single_vineyard_winery.html Wed, 30 Jan 2002 02:57:20 -0800 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles Old-time pinot noir fanatics can’t pass this stop up; Martin Ray was the granddaddy of the grape in California long before "Sideways" decided that Merlot was a faux paux. Santa Rosa, CA http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/profile/1168719/santa_rosa_ca/martin_ray_winery.html Wed, 30 Jan 2002 02:57:20 -0800 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles An intriguing collection on display in three galleries and a huge outdoor sculpture garden. Napa, CA http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/profile/979027/napa_ca/di_rosa_preserve.html Wed, 30 Jan 2002 02:57:20 -0800 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles Wine-making meets modern art in one of the most spectacular corners of Napa Valley. Napa, CA http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/profile/975618/napa_ca/hess_collection_winery.html Wed, 30 Jan 2002 02:57:20 -0800 Citysearch Editors, Los Angeles A Mediterranean-style winery with breathtaking views and a collection of wine-related art and artifacts. Calistoga, CA http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com/profile/940446/calistoga_ca/sterling_vineyards.html Wed, 30 Jan 2002 02:57:20 -0800 http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.comhttp://winecountry.citysearch.com/search?long=-1223994&lat=383251&type=dgrid&orig_context=generic&c_zip=94558&context=directory&query=winery&histo_name=Wineries+%26+Breweries&miles=25&cats=145&start=1&sorted=top_rated-desc Wed, 30 Jan 2002 02:57:20 -0800 http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com Wed, 30 Jan 2002 02:57:20 -0800 http://sanfrancisco.citysearch.com Wed, 30 Jan 2002 02:57:20 -0800