Shop our selection of smalllot, handcrafted ledson wines with diverse designated vineyard varietals. Explore profile of grapes, climate, soil, and topography. Sep 03, 2012 september 3, 2012 winemaker steve ledson. Vineyard concert to benefit childrens home, mentoring. The history of the winery castle harks back to the grandiose chateaux castle in french, deeply ingrained in french winemaking history. Located at 7335 highway 12 in kenwood, the winery is a gorgeous castle estate on pristine grounds featuring vineyards, grassy. Wine selections are handpicked by winemaker steve ledson and include new releases and limited bottlings produced exclusively for ledson wine club members. Sep 28, 2016 ledson winery or the castle posted on september 28, 2016. Ledson barrel tasting party, ledson winery and vineyards, kenwood, california, usa ledson winery and vineyards. You cant miss this 16,000squarefoot french normandy structure when driving along highway 12.
The wine is flowing again at steve ledsons ornate castle winery in sonoma county. Wine is flowing again after fires in the heart of northern californias wine country. Sip from the range of acclaimed wines in the impressive surroundings of the castle. Dont let the gothic structure of ledson winery deter you from the wines. Join them at these beautiful wineries that changed the history of wine for both. The gourmet marketplace offers local and unique cheeses, meats, fresh sandwiches, salads and treats to create the perfect picnic lunch you can enjoy in the majestic oak grove. Closer look at 22 wineries damaged by wine country fires. Steve ledson, an ambitious developer and fifthgeneration winemaker, has long proposed to build a new winery on family property off highway. Ledson wines encapsulate visions of five generations of family winemaking and viticulture techniques. Wine shop california winery, winery, sonoma valley. But wineries, restaurants and hotels wait for tourists to return. Ledson winery and vineyards wine country this week. While some people prefer to learn history from books, sonomans like to drink it. Steve jokes that the only thing ledson winery has more of than wines are family members and he wouldnt have it any other way.
At the time, it seemed like just another grandiose winery in the sonoma valley, producing fantastic wines because, well, because that was what it was there for. I remember driving along route 12 to the town of sonoma from santa rosa years ago, and seeing. When in sonoma valley, more specifically kenwood, a stop at the ledson winery or the castle is a must for numerous reasons. This is sonoma valleys most unique wine country location, where wine country elegance meets oldworld charm, where ambiance exceeds all expectations, where you can step back in time to a grander era. Emerging like a gothic blast from the past out of acres of rolling vineyards and pastoral calm, our 16,000 square foot french normandy winery is known as the castle by the locals and truly is an architectural showpiece. A closer look at 27 wineries damaged by wine country fires share this. When we stepped foot within ledson winery we were still in awe of the building, the architecture and the layout of the facility made it difficult for us to leave. I n northern california wine country, many gorgeous tasting rooms dot the land but to really amp up the wow factor, napa and sonoma winery castles are the sights to see. Ledson winery is well known throughout the world for their smalllot production of impeccable wines one of sonomas most consistently excellent producers, said anthony dias blue. Beautiful napa and sonoma winery castles wine country table. Ledson is a family winery located in the heart of sonoma valley, a short one hour drive north of san francisco.
Learn more about the history of familyowned and operated ledson winery. A total of 75 wines are offered, with 25 available for tasting on most days. Wines are only available at the winery, through the wine club, or online at ledson. This family winery is located in the heart of sonoma valley, a short onehour drive north of san francisco. The winery specializes in zinfandel, making over a dozen styles. Steeped in history and family ties, the zina lounge is located on the. Proceeds benefited the ledson harmony foundation for children.
Ledson offers a number of different wine club programs that include preferred pricing and access to wines not available to the public. Join us to sample our current release wines or just to sit and have enjoy a glass of one of our fabulous wines. Ledson winery and vineyards is a charming family wine estate housed in a black castle of french norman design. Today, you can still enjoy this legacy by visiting zina hyde cunningham winerys tasting room at the ledson hotel in sonoma. Ledson winery is a family owned and operated winery located in.
When the ledson family started construction in 1989, they thought the property would be ideal for their residence. Ledson hotel in historic sonoma square boutique, old. An instant landmark, ledson winery, known as the castle around the globe, is an architectural showpiece. Ledson winery and vineyards are less than a 15 miles drive away. Ledson hotel in historic sonoma square boutique, oldworld. We specialize in smalllot, handcrafted wines with diverse designated vineyard varietals.
Wine tasting hotels in california wine country usa today. Priced in the middle range for red wines from knights valley. Ledson winery is a family owned and operated winery located in the heart of sonoma county wine country. Ledson winery and vineyards, santa rosa, california. Ledson winery zinfandel exploring the world of wine. The long, rich cunningham family history started in mendocino county in 1865 where zina hyde cunningham brought his vision of producing the very best wines from his winery and vineyards. Winemaker steve ledson has quietly purchased a 125acre parcel with 80 acres planted in vines atop the new moon mountain appellation above sonoma valley the vineyard, known as mountain terraces, sits at 1,800 feet on the southwestern slopes of the mayacamas mountains on the back side of mt. Northern californias wine country open for business, but. Vineyard page of ledson vineyards mountain terraces vineyard. Book a private wine tasting at ledson winery for a personalized and educational experience in one of our tasting suites or a veranda overlooking the castle grounds. The new yorker thoughtful and provocative, this book shows that the history of wine is as complex as the history of human society. In the main salon behind a handhewn wooden bar, ledson servers welcome guests with tastes of chilled and crisp. Ledson winery named one of the 12 most impressive wineries in. Esther mobley, wine enthusiast rather than an eternal cultural verity, wine is the product of innovative discontinuities, according to this flavorful history.
Youll find all of this embodied in these downtown tasting rooms. After falls wildfire scare, visitors will find napa and. Fire burns on sugarloaf mountain behind the ledson winery in santa rosa. Ledson hotel features six masterfully decorated and appointed rooms featuring classic luxury and comforts that never go out of style. Wine blog blog archive steve ledson built a winery, on the way. Enjoy the best hospitality in wine country with zina hyde cunningham wines, ledson winery, the ledson hotel and mountain terraces vineyard winery. The exclusive mountain terraces tasting and vineyard tour are hosted by winemaker steve ledson or one of his assistant winemakers explaining their three different soil types, microclimate and viticulture practices. The zina lounge is located on the historic downtown plaza in the stunning ledson hotel in sonoma.
Sonoma is celebrated for its diversity of wine and people, and for its welcoming and laidback approach to hospitality. Meet the friendly concierge in the castle and learn about the history of the structure. This zinfandel was complex and well balanced with fruit, spice, tobacco notes. Unique winery experience in kenwood the ledson family has been in sonoma valley for over 150 years. David ramey, known throughout the world as one of the top winemakers in the industry, has joined the ledson family as consulting winemaker. Ledson winery and vineyards wine country this week magazine.
The 2006 vintage was awarded bronze from the denver international wine competition. Originally built as his home, the owner converted it to a winery when passersby kept mistaking it for one. There is a mesmerizing complexity and depth of fruit that. Ledson winery owner urges longterm thinking the press democrat. Tastings at ledson winery are an exceptional experience yearround. What to expect when visiting sonoma county after the fires.
The ledson winery is a castle set among the beautiful sonoma vineyards, which is a good reason to go anyway, but we discovered that the wine tasting experience was also every bit as beautiful. The ledson hotel smoke free environment, all rooms are nonsmoking. The ledson family winery is located in the heart of sonoma valley, a short one hour drive north of san francisco. The ledsons impeccable service means every detail is carefully coordinated and tailored to each individual palate. Ledson winery is located at 7335 sonoma highway in kenwood, and is open daily from 10am to 5pm. The castle is the only place where ledson wines are available, other than through their wine club and on the internet. Ledson winery kenwood, california wineryvineyard facebook.
Barker ledson obituary santa rosa, ca press democrat. Wines are only available at the winery, through the wine club, or online at. It has elegant gardens in front and a range of wines to try within. It must be some sort of exclusive winery with arrogant members and snobbish wine stewards. The winery is a hub of ledsons both those born into the family and those adopted by steve along the way, including the winery s employees and many of its longtime customers. A stroll through the gourmet marketplace offers many wonderful temptations. For more information, call the winery at 707 8332330 or visit the website. They planted 17 acres of merlot and began work on the house. Upon entering the winery, one is taken by the majestic 16,000 square foot french normandy castle originally designed as their home which is the winery. Ledson winery and vineyards, santa rosa, california, usa ledson winery and vineyards. Wineries on this list have been built by names like gehry and calatrava and are located in spain, france, napa, ca and of course kenwood, ca.
Vineyard ledson vineyards mountain terraces vineyard. Michele markus is with james dale at ledson winery. I didnt yet realize that the first time my wife, sonja, and i visited the grand estate on our honeymoon many years ago. Sonoma county history books showing they produced 8,000 gallons of. My brother, sister and i have always been interested in great wines. Ledson hotel is a luxury, oldworld style boutique hotel located on the historical sonoma plaza. Upon entering the winery, one is taken by the majestic 16,000 square foot french normandy castle originally designed as their home which is the. Ledson wines are sold exclusively at the winery, through the wine club, or online. After the october wildfires, california wine country is.
The inside of the castle is finished with fine woods, and we sampled their delicious. After the october wildfires, california wine country is ready to pop some corks. It was designed entirely by winery owner steve ledson and features sweeping staircases, marble. Emerging like a gothic blast from the past out of acres of rolling vineyards and pastoral calm, the estates 16,000 square foot french normandy winery is known as the castle around the world.
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