Rolling hills covered in precise rows of vines peering through gray fog in the morning is what home feels like to me.  If you’ve never experienced it first hand, you may have had just a taste if you’ve ever riden the Soarin’ Over California ride at Disneyland, watched Sideways or Bottleshock, and you might be able to relate if I were to tell you that the beauty of vineyards gives me chills and warms my heart at the same time.   

Having grown up amongst vineyards, California’s distinctive wine country is home to me and all the gushing sentiment could have much to do with the fact that when you live there you take it forgranted; and when you move away you wish you wouldn’t have. 

Nestled amongst rolling hills in California’s beautiful Mendocino County, you’ll find almost 400 acres of Bonterra’s Certified Organic Vineyards.  They passionately believe growing their grapes without the use of artificial fertilizers or synthetic chemicals is the key element to their award-winning wines. 

 Bonterra Vineyards 2005 Cabernet Sauvignon description from their site:

“This Cabernet offers aromas of Bing cherry, currants and raspberry, with spicy notes of cedar and dried cranberry, with slight vanilla notes. In the glass you’ll find juicy red berry flavors, and a very approachable, rich and full mouthfeel with a lingering, thoughtful finish. Good structure, polished yet soft tannins promise an ever more pleasing wine to come, with lively acidity and subtle spice.”

Whether or not you’re hosting or attending, Bonterra make a great compliment to any gathering.  Find the Cab Sauv for $12.99 here.