We heard you like crushing it. Good thing farm-to-table dinners, grape-stomping parties, and epic festivals are right around the corner in this trifecta of American Viticultural Areas, a.k.a. Healdsburg.
This is a place made for connoisseurs, where acclaimed tasting rooms, wineries, and vineyards are paired with rolling hills and ideal temperatures. And while the city is known for its diverse terroirs, it also has Michelin-starred eateries and a charming town square that makes you feel like the main character in a Hallmark movie.
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There's a reason to raise a glass all year-round in Healdsburg, from estate vineyards and cellar tours to scenic wineries and tasting rooms. But grape harvest season, typically from late August to October, is a special time full of signature events designed for elevated tastes.
Step into the vineyards with expert winemakers for hand-selected clusters picked at peak ripeness; indulge in elegant farm-to-table dinners brimming with fresh, local ingredients; and gather for exclusive tastings of newly harvested grapes, pressed juices, and young wines. There are even non-alcoholic tastings and tours—singular events that are anything but dry—and are available any time of the year.
Healdsburg also hosts a variety of seasonal fairs and festivals filled with artisan food stands and engaging attractions. Plus, you can tantalize your tastebuds with honey or mead tastings at La Ruche, olive oil tastings at Trattore Farms, blind meat tastings at Journeyman Meat Co., and iced-tea tastings at MacRostie Winery any day of the week.
Add a pedal tour with Bike Healdsburg, a kayak tour with Getaway Adventures, or a helicopter tour with Montage Healdsburg, and your weekend plans have never looked so juicy.
// Browse upcoming events and book crushworthy accommodations while they’re still available this harvest season; details at stayhealdsburg.com
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