At the Winery


For Christmas last year, my dad and step-mom gave my husband a gift certificate to Spyglass Ridge Winery.  We waited and waited until now to go and visit the vineyard and their store.  The drive was wonderful (in air conditioning-luxury!) and the weather was perfect.  Sunny but not stifling hot.  This winery is about 45 minutes away from us. 


So while my husband taste tested inside, I took photos outside!



I think this was a fun gift to receive for Christmas.  It ended up being an activity with a personally selected gift to bring home.  It also gives the local business some.......business.





I had an incredible urge to pick these and taste, but I did not want to disturb their crop...


The above photo was taken by my son.  


I am sure we will visit again and maybe take a tour.  If you have a local vineyard, definitely take the time to stop by and enjoy the "fruits" of their labor... (I couldn't resist, sorry!)

Comments

  1. angAugust 22, 2011 at 9:58 AM

    Oh yes the winery. Indeed it's a special place to be! :)
    xo,
    Ang

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  2. AnonymousAugust 22, 2011 at 10:30 AM

    What a wonderful gift! We love winery visits :-) Yes, a fine gift to give and receive!

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  3. EmilyAugust 22, 2011 at 3:41 PM

    My mom has been talking about wanting to do a winery tour.

    It looked like you had some fun. Did your hubby, too? ;)

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  4. amanda {the habit of being}August 22, 2011 at 5:16 PM

    i think that would be a great way to spend the day!

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  5. AnonymousAugust 22, 2011 at 7:50 PM

    I love the photo by your son. Too cute.
    We have so many great wineries round these parts. I would love to go!
    XO

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  6. Baby By The SeaAugust 23, 2011 at 2:33 AM

    I always feel like such an adult at a winery. Your photos are so pretty and I can tell you had a great time. Lovely.

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  7. christinaAugust 23, 2011 at 7:50 PM

    oh those wine grapes look amazing. lovely photos.
    xo

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  8. AnonymousAugust 24, 2011 at 1:05 AM

    that is such a neat gift! and what lovely images!

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