Can there be anything more romantic than Valentine wine?
NAPA VALLEY: Ask winemaker Sam Baxter, who owns Terra Valentine winery (terravalentine.com) in St. Helena. One of the winery’s most committed offerings is a $90 bottle of wine called “Marriage”. This Marriage Bordeaux celebrates how Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Petite Verdot come together in perfect union. On Valentine’s Day the winery is hosting a party. The event may sell out, call (707) 967-8340
CENTRAL COAST: Heart Hill Winery (pictured), part of Niner Wine Estates, is nestled in the Santa Lucia Coastal Mountain Range in the heart of the Templeton Gap seven miles from the Pacific Ocean. The winery hosts Valentine’s Dinner on Feb. 14, 2015. Executive Chef Maegen Loring prepares a seven course dinner inspired by aphrodisiacs. Call (805) 239-2233, ninerwine.com
TEMECULA: Southern California’s wine destination has its act together when it comes to love & wine (and love OF wine). At Leoness Cellars Winery she said yes (right photo above.) How romantic! Here’s a list of 15 Valentine’s Day events ranging from dinners to concerts and tastings in Temecula Wine Country.