Greetings, this is a short synopsis of our trip to Sonoma and Napa Valley that we took in last May. The trip was added on to a fabulous wedding we attended in Carmel. From Carmel, we drove north through San Francisco, then went along the West Coast up to Sonoma. Although the ride was gorgeous, I would not recommend this route unless you plan on a 5-6 hour ride. This route takes you through mountains with ocean vistas, along ranches with pastures, and then into Northern Sonoma Valley, very rustic, with dozens of wineries that vary tremendously, making this a wine tourist’s day in Eden. We stayed at Farmhouse Inn and Restaurant in Forestville (707.887.3300). It consists of a main house, built in the late 1800’s, and 8 small cottages. The restaurant has an excellent reputation
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