Images From a Recent Visit to the Russian River Valley

Images From a Recent Visit to the Russian River Valley

October 25, 2022 0 Comments

The Russian River Valley is a popular and productive wine region in northern California. Located in Sonoma County, this area is known for its Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, and sought-after old vine Zinfandel, according to Sonoma County Tourism (SCT).

There's no shortage of places to visit with your pup. We checked our database and there are over 30 wineries in this area that welcome dogs.

Full disclosure, this trip wasn't focused just on promoting Cork Hounds. I was visiting the area for a good friend's bachelorette weekend. But I figured why not take the opportunity to let businesess know about our amazing FREE service!

Here are some photos from the places we tasted wines at. Celebrating = Bubbly was a big theme for the trip.

Top row left to right: Exterior shot of Korbel Campaign Cellars, a view of the Russian River, and bubbly at J Vineyards. Middle row left to right: Pups visiting Thomas George Winery, the barrel room at Thomas George Winery, and sleepy pup Olive and her owner at Martin Ray Vineyards & Winery. Bottom row left to right: This couple and their dog scored some Cork Hounds stickers at Le Crema Estate at Saralee’s Vineyard and lastly, a view of the pavilion at Martin Ray Vineyards & Winery. Photos by Peggy Mihelich, All Rights Reserved

Top row left to right: Exterior shot of Korbel Campaign Cellars, a view of the Russian River, and bubbly at J Vineyards. Middle row left to right: Pups visiting Thomas George Winery, the barrel room at Thomas George Winery, and sleepy pup Olive and her owner at Martin Ray Vineyards & Winery. Bottom row left to right: This couple and their dog scored some Cork Hounds stickers at Le Crema Estate at Saralee’s Vineyard and lastly, a view of the pavilion at Martin Ray Vineyards & Winery. Photos by Peggy Mihelich, All Rights Reserved

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