2012 SF Bay Area Holiday Dining Guide
“If you only have one afternoon to show the visiting oenophiles the wine country, forgo the hassle of tasting-room hopping and then having to find a restaurant to get you sober, and consider booking a one-stop wine-and-food-pairing experience at St. Francis Winery and Vineyard.”

“I purchased a 6-course wine & food pairing from St. Francis Winery for myself, my boyfriend, and my parents … I must say the food was superb, and we had just come from the French Laundry the night before!  The woman who ran the tasting was very informative and very friendly.  The wines were great, and we ended up signing up for their club in addition to taking an assorted case.”

“We had to kill some time waiting to connect with friends during our recent visit to Wine Country so we reserved two spots at St. Francis Food and Wine Pairing… The Chef is a master. Each bite was an ahhhh moment, which complemented the wine as the wine complemented the food. This food was so much better than either Bouchon or Bottega in Yountville that we wondered why the chef is located at the winery and not at his own restaurant. If you have the opportunity to spend some time there, you should seriously enjoy this wonderful experience... We have attended many, many wine and food pairings in the past, and this was truly among the top few.”

“Simply the best! We visited several years ago and left with a wine club membership and never regretted it! We have since been back to visit several times and they treat their wine club members like royalty when you visit. You absolutely must do the Food and Wine pairing! We have been to two so far and they have been probably the greatest gastronomic experiences of our life! The dishes are paired perfectly to bring out the best in their wines!”

“My wife and I enjoyed our wine pairing at St. Francis Winery in Sonoma Valley. The entire experience was fantastic. We were greeting at the winery with a nice glass of Chardonnay as the host anticipated our arrival. The meal and setting were fantastic. The price was a bargain…The entire experience was one we will not forget.”

“My wife and I attended the wine pairing meal prepared by David Bush. Food was wonderful and well presented. All of the wine pairings were fantastic…. Six fantastic courses with six wonderful wine pairings, including a nice Behler Chardonnay waiting for us as we arrived to check in. Great hospitality. Wonderful food. And beautiful gardens and facilities. Will definitely to this again.”

“…multi-course small plates that rival the kitchen of any Michelin-starred restaurant…A mix of luxury and casual companionship, this is the Valley’s best bet.”