SIP! Mendocino
A unique Tasting Room and Wine Shop
that is a fun place to SIP, and a discovery
center for wine lovers interested in learning about Mendocino wines. Up to 18
different local wines on the tasting and
wine-by-the-glass menu every day. The retail shop features over 100 different wines
from small producers, and a section devoted to sustainable farmed, bio-dynamic
and organically grown wines. Enjoy your
favorite wine or microbrew, and appetizers, on the garden patio. Knowledgeable
staff can help you plan your Mendocino
travels and wine excursions. 11-6pm Sun-Wed, and 11-7pm Thurs-Sat. 13420 S.
Hwy 101, Hopland. 707-744-8375.
Parducci Winery
Locally owned and operated, PARDUCCI makes top quality wines from the
vineyards of Mendocino family farmers.
PARDUCCI is focused on sustainable
practices in the vineyard and the winery.
Visit us, taste our wines, and experience
true Mendocino County hospitality. Open
daily from 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. for tasting,
lunch, & tours. Located just off Hwy
101, north of Ukiah, 501 Parducci Rd.
707.462. WINE. www.parducci.com
Burford & Brown Wines
Don’t miss this unique stop located in
the charming town of Hopland. Come
chat and visit with Australian winemaker,
Peter Burford, who produces wine from
all over California’s viticultural regions.
He’ll be pouring traditional varietals like
Sauvignon Blanc, Zinfandell, and Syrah
to the more unique varietals of Verdelho,
Barbera, and White Port. This fun and
relaxing tasting room is located in downtown Hopland, 13265 S. Hwy 101 in the
Vintage Marketplace. Open Wednesday-Monday from 11am to 4pm. 707-744-
8781. www.burfordandbrown.com
Barra of Mendocino
BARRA of Mendocino…Taste the
estate grown, certified organically grown
and produced wines of BARRA of
Mendocino and Girasole Vineyards. Our
knowledgeable tasting room staff will
guide you through tasting of all nine varietals. The architecturally-splendid tasting
room is worth the visit in itself. Located
just off Highway 101 at 7051 North State
Street, Redwood Valley. Available for weddings and other special events. Open daily
10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (707) 485-0322.
www.barraofmendocino.com.
McDowell Wine & Mercantile
Don’t miss the charming tasting room
at McDOWELL WINE AND MERCANTILE on Highway 101 in downtown
Hopland, home of “America’s Best Syrah.”
Stop in to savor their renowned Syrah,
Viognier, and other Rhone varietals.
While you’re visiting this friendly wine
country tasting room and old-fashioned
general store, shop from a wide range of
unique country gift items and specialty
foods. Open daily 11-5. 707-744-8911.
www.mcdowellsyrah.com.
Milano Family Winery
Located in a beautiful, historic hop
kiln, MILANO FAMILY WINERY is the
oldest winery in Hopland. Award winning, handcrafted wines are made on site
by winemaker Deanna Starr. Her wines
are deep, rich, and full bodied. Limited
bottlings of Zinfandel, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Charbono, Carignane,
Syrah, Late Harvest wines and ports are
produced. Open daily 10 to 5. Picnic
area, gift boutique, tours by appointment.
(707) 744-1396 www.milanowinery.com.
Frey Vineyards
Producing organic wine for 26 years,
FREY VINEYARDS is the oldest organic
winery in the United States. The vineyards
and winery are nestled on the slopes of
Redwood Valley in Mendocino County,
just north of Ukiah at the headwaters of
the Russian River. Frey wines are organic
– they are made from certified organic
grapes and they contain no added sulfites.
Our emphasis is on producing wines of the
highest quality while caring for planet and
palate alike. Sold throughout Mendocino
County. Tasting by appointment. 800-
760-3739. www.FreyWines.com