SONOMA, CA.—The Meadowcroft Wines’ Songwriters in Sonoma music series continues in March with songs and music from Dustin Heald, Rich Little and Fred McCarty, three very diverse singer-songwriters.  The show, set for Thursday, March 15 at 7:00 p.m. in the Meadowcroft Wines tasting room at 23574 Arnold Drive/Hwy 121 in the CornerStone Sonoma community is produced by Meadowcroft Wines (www.meadowcroftwines.com) and sponsored by the Sonoma-based website MusicNomad.com (www.musicnomad.com).  The monthly music show is booked and hosted by Gerard Serafini, owner of Sonoma Valley Music store (www.sonomavalleymusic.com) who also provides the sound and lighting for the shows.  Tickets are $10 per person and available by calling the tasting room at 707/934-4090 or on the website at www.meadowcroftwines.com.

SONOMA, CA.—Sonoma residents Ronda and Michael Giangreco have been named King and Queen at the Meadowcroft Wines’ second annual Mardi Gras Celebration set for Saturday, February 18^th from 12 Noon to 4:00 p.m. at the tasting room.  They will receive their crowns, scepters and capes from last year’s King Ken Brown and Queen Michele Anna Jordan at the start of the Mardi Gras Celebration.

“We are thrilled to announce that Ronda and Mike Giangreco have agreed to become our Queen and King of this year’s Krewe of Meadowcroft,” said Tom Meadowcroft, owner and winemaker of Meadowcroft Wines.  “They are both very community oriented as well as great ambassadors of the city of Sonoma.”

Ronda Giangreco, who was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis several years ago, embarked on a year long journey to combat the disease by preparing 52 weeks of Sunday dinners throughout all of 2010.  Her story has been chronicled in the Press Democrat, the Sonoma Sun and other newspapers and she has written a book, “The Gathering Table – Defying Multiple Sclerosis with a Year of Pasta, Wine and Friends.”  The book, with a forward by famed Napa Chef Michael Chiarello, will be released in March just in time for National Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Week.

SONOMA, CA.—Meadowcroft Wines’ Songwriters in Sonoma music series kicks off its second year on Thursday, January 19 at 7 p.m. with three top Award-winning songwriters: Steve Seskin, Don Henry and Craig Carothers.  The three writers are touring throughout Central California and the North Bay during the month of January.  They will share their insights into successful songwriting as well as hilarious stories as they perform the hits they have written for artists such as Ray Charles, Peter Frampton, Peter, Paul & Mary, Kathy Mattea, Tim McGraw, Kenny Chesney, Trisha Yearwood and others.  Songwriters in Sonoma is produced by Meadowcroft Wines (www.meadowcroftwines.com) and sponsored by MusicNomad.com (www.musicnomad.com). The monthly show is booked and hosted by Gerard Serafini, owner of Sonoma Valley Music store (www.sonomavalleymusic.com).

Tickets for this special show are $20 and include a glass of wine.  The show takes place in the Meadowcroft Wines tasting room at 23574 Arnold Drive/Hwy 121 in the Cornerstone Sonoma community.  In addition to a full menu of wine selections, cheese plates with Charcuterie will be available for purchase as well as a selection from Chef Darby’s Hot Pot.  Reservations may be made by calling the tasting room at 707/934-4090 or on line at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Steve Seskin is one of the most successful writers in Nashville today, with songs recorded by Tim McGraw, Neal McCoy, John Michael Montgomery, Kenny Chesney, Collin Raye, Peter Frampton, Waylon Jennings, Alabama and Mark Wills, whose recording of the song “Don’ Laugh at Me” was a finalist for CMA Song of the Year in 1999 and has spurred an entire tolerance movement, launched by the Don’t Laugh at Me Project.  Other Steve Seskin hits include: “I Think about You,” “Life’s A Dance,” “No Doubt about It,” “If You’ve Got Love” and “Grown Men Don’t Cry.”

SONOMA, CA—Two sets of duos will take the stage at the October performance of Songwriters in Sonoma.  Maria Mandrussow and Katherine Paige will be joined by Robert and Amy Ethington for the 10th performance and what may turn out to be the most unique show to date.   Set for Thursday, October 20th at 7:00 p.m. at the Meadowcroft Wines tasting room at 23574 Arnold Drive/Hwy 121 (at Cornerstone Sonoma) admission is $15 per person and includes one glass of wine.  This is a 21 and over show.

Maria Mandrussow and Katherine Paige formed their duo in 2009, when a girl from the city and a girl from the country came together and created a shocking harmonic sound.  Their lyrically driven songs combine unique and contrasting vocal harmonies with acoustic guitars giving rise to a soulful organic sound that reaches a broad mix of audiences.  They draw inspiration from a wide range of genres, from Indie folk and country, to rock, classical and ambient.  These women bring their open minds and passionate hearts with them to every performance and will charm you both on and off the stage.

Robert Ethington is a singer-songwriter whose music is creating a local buzz for its clever honesty and spirited song crafting. His first album, Growing & Dying, was released in June of this year and has been described as “real music for the populous that tickles the mind while calming the soul.”  Robert was raised on the deep roots of gospel hymns and weekend revivals.  His earliest musical memories consist of going on the road with his father’s band to sing in churches and local talent shows.  Robert’s wife Amy joins him with soulful harmonies at all of his shows.

SONOMA, CA.—The Meadowcroft Wines tasting room at Cornerstone Sonoma will celebrate its first anniversary on Saturday, October 1 in the tasting room.  Wine, food, music and prizes will be available to all who attend.  The event is free and open to the public and takes place from 12 Noon to 4 p.m.
“It has been a great first year for us at the tasting room,” said Tom Meadowcroft, winemaker and owner of Meadowcroft Wines.  “The tasting room has been incredibly beneficial in helping to get our name out there in the community.  We have had many special events during our first year including a Mardi Gras party back in March and the inauguration of our monthly Songwriters In Sonoma music series that started in January.  We are truly looking forward to an even more rewarding second year.”

SONOMA, CA.—Who doesn’t love a great deal?  With the bargains available from Groupon, Living Social and others, Meadowcroft Wines has created its own bargain, offering an exclusive Picnic-To-Go that is available whether you live in the Bay Area or across the country.  And while there may be limited windows to act on your deal from the others, the Meadowcroft package is available for purchase from September 1 to October 1.  Packages are limited to 75 for local pick up and 50 for shipping.

The September edition of Meadowcroft Wines’ Songwriters in Sonoma takes a  step toward the rock side.  To paraphrase the great Donnie & Marie, we’ve been a little bit country (and a little bit folk, reggae, Cajun & blues) and now we’re going to be a little bit rock ‘n’ roll with Petaluma’s Ashley Allred and Coalmine Spindle and Darwin Meiners both who hail from Santa Rosa for the show set for Thursday, September 15 at 7:00 p.m.  Tickets are $15 per person and include a glass of wine.  Reservations are recommended and may be made by calling the Meadowcroft tasting room at 707-934-4090.  This is a 21 and over show.  Meadowcroft Wines is located within the Cornerstone Sonoma community at 23574 Arnold Drive/Hwy 121.

The second show in the newly inaugurated series “Songwriters In Sonoma” is set for Thursday, February 17 at 7 p.m. in the Meadowcroft Wines (www.meadowcroftwines.com) tasting room at 23574 Arnold Drive/Hwy 121 at Cornerstone Sonoma.   The show will feature singer-songwriters Glenn Carter, Jeff Falconer and Adam Traum who will be performing in-the-round.    Tickets are $10 per person and include a glass of wine.  Reservations for the show may be made by calling the tasting room at 707/934-4090.  The Songwriters In Sonoma series is booked and hosted by Gerard Serafini, owner of Sonoma Valley Music Store.  This is a 21 and over show.

Meadowcroft Wines (www.meadowcroftwines.com) will start the New Year with a monthly songwriter series titled “Songwriters In Sonoma.”  The shows will take place in the Meadowcroft tasting room at Cornerstone Sonoma (23574 Arnold Drive/Hwy 121) and will be presented by Gerard Serafini, owner of Sonoma Valley Music.  Serafini will both book and serve as host of the shows.
“I’ve been looking forward to launching this music series which will also provide an opportunity to include music as a large part of our offerings at the tasting room.  CornerStone also offers an excellent outdoor space for summer concerts and picnics under the stars,” said owner/winemaker Tom Meadowcroft.

‘Twas the week before Christmas and all through the tasting room, not a creature was stirring but we will be soon – when we prepare our hot and spicy Jambalaya to flavor your holidays.  Join us for our Holiday Open House at Meadowcroft Wines (www.meadowcroftwines.com) on Saturday and Sunday, December 18 and 19 from 1 to 4 p.m.  Enjoy a glass of wine, Jambalaya and a little lagniappe (LAN-yap), dessert with our own dark chocolate Cabernet sauce.  The event is complimentary.

Foyt Family Wines is introducing its first Collectors Series wine with No. 77, a   2007 Cabernet Sauvignon from the esteemed Mt. Veeder Napa Valley Appellation.  This special wine is named after the year A.J. Foyt became the first driver to win the Indianapolis 500 four times.
Featuring 100% Cabernet grapes, the No. 77 Mt. Veeder Reserve is limited to only 50 cases (600 bottles).  Each bottle is hand numbered and packaged in a heat embossed Foyt Family Wines wooden box.  The wine, which retails for $75, will be sold exclusively via the Foyt Family Wines website (www.foytfamilywines.com) and also at the Meadowcroft Wines (www.meadowcroftwines.com)  tasting room at 23574 Arnold Drive in Sonoma, California.  Web orders are being taken immediately.

Your holiday party planning couldn’t go any smoother unless you hired a professional chef!  Sit with our Chef Darby at the December food & wine pairing as she introduces the perfect holiday hors d’oeuvres, paired perfectly with four Meadowcroft Wines (www.meadowcroftwines.com).   The monthly food & wine pairing takes place on Saturday, December 11 with seatings at 12 Noon, 2 p.m. and 4 p.m.  The cost is $15 per person and reservations are recommended by calling the Meadowcroft tasting room at 707/934-4090.
The menu for December includes winter radishes with remoulade paired with the Thomas Henry Verdelho; smoked salmon blini’s with dill crème fraiche served with the Thomas Henry Pinot Noir; Point Reyes Blue Cheese and pecan crisps with local figs and a balsamic reduction paired with the Thomas Henry Merlot; and Cabernet poached pears with the Meadowcroft Chocolate Cabernet Sauce served with the Meadowcroft Mt. Veeder Estate Cabernet Sauvignon.

For its monthly food & wine pairing, Meadowcroft Wines (www.meadowcroftwines.com) will pair four varietals with a bowl of authentic Louisiana gumbo.  The pairing, which is $15 per person, takes place on Saturday, November 13 with seatings at 11 a.m., 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. in the tasting room at 23574 Arnold Drive at the CornerStone Sonoma (www.cornerstonesonoma.com) complex.
The gumbo will be prepared by Louisiana transplant and Meadowcroft tasting room manager Phyllis Hyland and assisted by the tasting room’s resident chef and wine educator Darby Tarantino.  The dish will be the traditional chicken and sausage gumbo served over rice  accompanied with a piece of French bread.  The sausage is imported from Eunice, Louisiana, and the Cajun season is from Ville Platte, Louisiana.

Winemaker Tom Meadowcroft, owner of Meadowcroft Wines, has taken over the Roots In Sonoma tasting room at Cornerstone to fully showcase and brand his three wine labels: Meadowcroft, Magito and Thomas Henry.   Meadowcroft Wines, which has been housed at Roots In Sonoma since last February, has completed the change over effective on October 1.

The monthly Food & Wine pairing for October will feature a veritable cornucopia of flavors and aromas as Chef-in-residence Darby Tarantino pairs her menu selections with four very distinct Meadowcroft wines (www.meadowcroftwines.com) on Saturday, October 9.  Three seatings will take place at 12:00 noon, 2:00 p.m. and 4 p.m. with a $15 per person charge.  The Meadowcroft Wines tasting room is located at 23574 Arnold Drive/Hwy 121 in the Cornerstone Sonoma (www.cornerstonesonoma.com) complex.  Reservations are recommended and may be made by calling the tasting room at 707/934-4090.