SonomaCounty.com @SonomaCounty T h E M a K e R: L l O y D D a V i S 6 B e A u T i F u L S o N o M a C o U n T y W i N e C a S t L e S T a S t I n G R o O m T i P s was founded by Lloyd Davis in 2015. Originally from New York City, Lloyd spent more than e banking and fi nance industry. He left the fi nancial world in 2008 to take control of Viansa at time Viansa was struggling and Lloyd quickly returned it to pro fi tability. In opening Lloyd wanted to create a unique environment where his guests would feel comfortable spects of wine in a friendly, non-intimidating, and fun way; continue his track record of proachable, award winning wines; and demonstrate the proper way to pair wine with food. perfect Fall Day in Sonoma County. y begins with a delicious breakfast watching the sun rise over the vineyard. This is followed by vineyard visits and making ns. Then spending the afternoon in my tasting room greeting guests, pouring wine and helping my guests. I like to end my f wine and a fantastic meal at one of the many outstanding local restaurants. em should people not miss onoma County? What is it that makes Sonoma County Wine Country so unique? The people who work and live here, the outstanding wines that we produce and the amazing landscapes make Sonoma Wine Country the best place to visit in the world! e of the best parks, hiking trails at I have experienced. I like nadel State Parks. As for the coast, d. vorite Corner 103 wine right now? What Corner 103 wine would you recommend to someone who is new to wine and might be in midated by it? I would suggest they try my 2019 Chardonnay which is has a nice balance of creamy/butter fl avors and bright acidy. People stay away from Chardonnay because they dislike one of those fl avors. Because I balance them, most people who don’t drink Chardonnay enjoy mine. ng Rose. It is a blend of 84 % Pinot nnay and 4 % Pinot Meunier. My everyone should start and end rkling wine, because it is always mething festive. ou have for travelers visi ng oma County? What is your favorite Made-in-Sonoma-County food item to pair with a Corner 103 wine? I love Vella Cheese. I love their Special Select Dry Jack with my Chardonnay. Their Daisy Cheddar with my Pinot Noir. Their Mezzo Secco with my Malbec and their Oro Secco with my Cab. overdo it. I suggest 3 wineries morning. Then have an amazing n the afternoon. I also tell them water and snacks!
Sonoma County Fall/Winter 2021-2022 Official Visitor Guide: Page 53
