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Patch Picks: 5 Best Local Places to Wine Taste
It's grape harvest season, and you know what that means -- wine!
Red or white, dry or sweet, hints of vanilla or tobacco -- no matter your wine preference, we can help you find one to please your buds. Check out these local wine destinations for starters:
1. WINE & ENTERTAINMENT
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Mountain Winery in Saratoga is best known for its Greek-style theatre's weekend entertainment -- this summer, it played host to the Goo Goo Dolls and The Beach Boys. For a full list of calendar events, like next weekend's wine & jazz show, click here. As for the wine, you can taste the delicious series of special Reserve wines or Estate wines for $10 ($18 for both). Find it at: 14831 Pierce Road in Saratoga.
2. DOWNTOWN LOUNGE
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Located in the heart of downtown, The Wine Room offers a large selection of wines with food pairings, like cheese and chocolate. Bring a friend and lounge on the couches next to the fireplace or invite a date into the cozy two-room lounge. Wines from all over the world range in price from $8-$15. Find it at: 520 Ramona Street in Palo Alto.
3. TAKE IT HOME
The artistan wines offered at Vin Vino typically come from France, Italy and California. Taste up to six wines at the in-house wine tasting bar or buy a bottle or two to take home. Discounts offered at the half-case. Find it at: 437 S. California Avenue in Palo Alto.
4. IN THE VINEYARD
A few miles southwest into the Santa Cruz Mountains you'll find Silver Mountain Winery with its collection of robust reds, whites and alloy blends. The winery is home to spectacular vistas of the valley below. Organic varietals are available. Tasting Room hours: Sat, 11am - 5pm. Find it at: Silver Mountain Dr., Los Gatos.
5. CORPORATE DINNER SPOT
For a low-key wine tasting experience that doesn't sacrifice authenticity, hit up La Honda Winery in Redwood City. The winery is particularly known for its Syrah, Cabernet, Sauvignon Blanc, as well as port and dessert wine. Ask for a private winery tour, or have La Honda host your company cocktail party! Find it at: 2645 Fair Oaks Ave. in Redwood City.
