Five Budget Wine Country Experiences in Napa Valley
In Napa Valley California you can enjoy inexpensive pleasures under 25 dollars. The piece spots five options including a gondola ride scenic view art garden experiences and sparkling wine on a veranda all priced at or below twenty five dollars.
Di Rosa Art Preserve Showcases Bay Area Works in Napa
The di Rosa art preserve on 217 acres near Napa displays Angel-Go-Round by David Ireland and works by David Best and Paul Kos. Visitors can tour the grounds and former di Rosa home with guided options from $10 to $15, open Wednesday through Friday and Saturday by appointment. Location 5200 Sonoma Highway Napa Calif and contact 707 226 5991 or Dirosaart.org Reservations recommended.
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Coppola Rubicon Estate Tour and History
Francis Ford Coppola and Eleanor Coppola restored Inglenook, turning it into Rubicon Estate. The winery offers Rubicon wine, tours from $15, a grand staircase built by four master craftsmen, Mammarella wine bar, and daily hours 10 am to 5 pm at 1991 St. Helena Hwy Rutherford California 800 782 4266 Rubiconestate.com.
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Old Faithful Geyser at Calistoga a Napa Valley Icon
The Old Faithful geyser in Calistoga Napa Valley erupts about every 40 minutes shooting water up to 60 feet from a 350 degree pool. The site welcomes kids with shaded picnic tables and a relaxed atmosphere at 1299 Tubbs Lane Calistoga California 707 942 6463 oldfaithfulgeyser com. Admission is 10 dollars for adults 7 for seniors 3 for children ages 6 to 12 and free for under 6. Open daily.
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Tubbs Lane
Calif
Sterling Vineyards Gondola Tour and Tastings in Napa Valley
Sterling Vineyards offers a hillside gondola ride to a Mykonos style winery with self guided tours and rooftop views. Tastings begin at 25 dollars with a 5 dollar discount coupon, under 21 admission 10 dollars, children 3 and under free, with reserve tastings and wine club discounts. Location is 1111 Dunaweal Lane Calistoga California 800 726 6136, closed at 5 pm.
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Domaine Carneros Winery Glows in Napa Valley
Visit Domaine Carneros across from the di Rosa preserve for sparkling wine in a French chateau style. Winemaker Eileen Crane presides with table service from 10 a.m. to 5 45 p.m. Enjoy terrace views of rolling vineyards with bubbly from 6 75 and a cheese cracker plate at 15. Located at 1240 Duhig Road Napa CA 800 716 2788 Domainecameras.com.
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di Rosa
Eileen Crane
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Napa
Calif
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Inheritance Gift Divides Couple Parents Advice
A reader notes a five digit inheritance gift directed to her husband only, prompting worries about shared assets and perceived disrespect. Amy advises that a gift to one is a gift to the family, urges clarity with the mother, and forgiveness for the husband. The column also shares readers’ stories about treating parents, paying for meals, and aging with family.
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Well off couple seeks donations in lieu of gifts at wedding
Dear Abby advises delicacy banning gift or money mention on invitations. Guests may be told verbally a donation to the American Cancer Society or hospice would be appreciated. Absent mourning, fathers-in-law live in hearts and attend in spirit.
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