{"id":80065,"date":"2024-03-12T18:07:26","date_gmt":"2024-03-13T01:07:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/?p=80065"},"modified":"2024-03-12T18:10:01","modified_gmt":"2024-03-13T01:10:01","slug":"sonoma-vs-napa","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/activities\/sonoma-vs-napa\/","title":{"rendered":"Sonoma vs. Napa: Exploring California\u2019s Famed Wine Regions"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-1 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1248px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-0 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:0px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-1\"><p><span data-contrast=\"none\">The scenario:<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">\u202fyou\u2019ve booked one of our heavenly <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/en\/us\/cruise-destinations\/pacific-coast-cruises\">Pacific Coast cruises<\/a> <\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">and notice an extended stay or overnight in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/en\/us\/cruise-destinations\/pacific-coast-cruises\/pacific-coast-ports\/san-francisco-california-us-sfo\">San Francisco<\/a><\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">.\u202fWine country is about an hour\u2019s drive north, so it\u2019s possible to visit. You might wonder which region has better wine, more scenic backdrops for your selfies, and which is more family friendly. And why not explore both in one day?<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Though they are close, a mountain sits between the two wine regions, so driving from one to the other isn\u2019t ideal. Whether you have an extended stay or overnight on your itinerary, pick one area and explore \u2013 like a glass of cabernet, time in wine country is meant to be savored.\u202f<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">When it comes to Napa vs. Sonoma wine, it\u2019s a matter of preference. For example, if you love Pinot Noir, Sonoma is your pick.\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-2 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1248px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-1 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:0px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-2\"><h3 aria-level=\"2\"><strong>Sonoma Wine Country\u202f\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Size is the most apparent difference in the Sonoma vs Napa debate. Sonoma is twice the size of Napa, which means more of everything \u2013 grapes, vineyards, restaurants and all. More space means uncrowded tasting rooms and eateries. Tastings are more affordable in Sonoma and the restaurants have more of a farm-to-table feel. <\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">You can conveniently explore Sonoma right from the port on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/en\/us\/cruise-destinations\/pacific-coast-cruises\/pacific-coast-ports\/sfo\/36710\">Sonoma Country &amp; Wine shore excursion<\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em>Sonoma Notes<\/em><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Wines to sample:\u202fChardonnay, pinot noir, zinfandels<\/li>\n<li>Number of wineries: Approximately 425<\/li>\n<li>Feel:\u202fRustic, laid-back<\/li>\n<li>Views:\u202fForests<\/li>\n<li>Overall:\u202fSonoma is your pick if you want to sip a glass of pinot noir in a spacious room with a relaxed feel near a redwood forest.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-3 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1248px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-2 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:0px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-3\"><h3 aria-level=\"2\"><strong>Napa Valley\u202f\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Regarding the two wine regions, the Napa Valley is like Sonoma\u2019s celebrity sister. It is stunning and opulent, and everyone knows about it. Wine enthusiasts come to explore Napa, Yountville, St. Helena and Calistoga, and taste wines pointed to 95+.\u202f<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">The Napa Valley isn\u2019t just for oenophiles <\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">\u2013<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\"> gourmands can indulge in fine dining in Yountville and wellness enthusiasts can soak in hot springs in Calistoga.\u202f\u202f<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p aria-level=\"3\"><em>Napa Notes<\/em><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"3\">Wines to sample:\u202fMerlot, cabernet sauvignon<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"3\">Number of wineries:\u202fApproximately 400<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"3\">Feel:\u202fPosh<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"3\">Views:\u202fLush vineyards,\u202fmountain-side chateaus<\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"3\">Overall:\u202f<span data-contrast=\"none\">Napa Valley is your wine country if you want to dress your best and indulge in upscale tastings and dining.\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-4 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1248px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-3 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:0px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-separator fusion-full-width-sep\" style=\"align-self: center;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;width:100%;\"><div class=\"fusion-separator-border sep-single sep-solid\" style=\"--awb-height:20px;--awb-amount:20px;--awb-sep-color:var(--awb-custom_color_1);border-color:var(--awb-custom_color_1);border-top-width:1px;\"><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-4\"><p>Which wine region do you want to visit: Sonoma or Napa? Share in the comments below.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-5\"><p><em>Article by Amanda Halm<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":1984,"featured_media":80066,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[36,4221],"tags":[4247,4193],"class_list":["post-80065","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-activities","category-shore-excursions","tag-pacific-coast","tag-travel-insight"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/80065","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1984"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=80065"}],"version-history":[{"count":20,"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/80065\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":80086,"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/80065\/revisions\/80086"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/80066"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=80065"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=80065"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.hollandamerica.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=80065"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}