MULTIPLE LOCATIONS

BeautifulPlaces Villas (Statewide), California’s premier villa company, is offering a “Live Like a Wine Baron in Your Own Wine Country Villa Package” for September 2010 California Wine Month. Oenophiles can live out their fantasy in their own wine country villa surrounded by world class vineyards. Starting at $3,750 for the week, the package includes a $500 credit towards a guided helicopter or car-and-driver premier wine tour. Reserve by September 30 for stays between now and October 31, 2010. For more details go to www.beautiful-places.com/special_offers/wine_month or call 1.800.495.9961. Use booking code: California.

NORTH COAST

Applewood Inn, Restaurant & Spa (Guerneville) is offering a “Sublime Russian River Appellation Fine Wine & Dine Package” for California Wine Month. Starting at $495, it includes a one-night stay in an Applewood Inn Suite (Tuesday to Friday) and a five-course exclusively Russian River Wine Appellation food and wine pairing dinner for two created by Applewood Inn Restaurant’s Executive Chef and the restaurant’s Sommelier. The Applewood Inn’s spacious romantic suites feature whirlpool tubs or showers for two; private balconies, decks, fountains and verandahs with redwood and courtyard views as well as enchanting fireplaces. Subject to availability. To book the package or learn more call 1.800.555.8509. Use booking code FINEWINE&DINE. www.ApplewoodInn.com .

Camellia Inn (Healdsburg) is offering a "Sustainable & Organic Food & Wine Harvest in Healdsburg Bacchanalian Package" for California Wine Month. The package starts at $449 for a one night stay in a Queen Room. Also included is a Divine Affair Restaurant’s three-course organic, local and sustainable wine and food pairing dinner for two, an organic, local and sustainably-farmed full breakfast paired with Dry Creek Valley Sparkling Wine, reservations for two to the Michel-Schlumberger Winery’s Harvest Lunch Bacchanalian Feast and a behind-the-scenes tour of three local area sustainable and organic wineries. Subject to availability. To book or for more information call 1.800.727.8182, and use booking code BACCHANALIAN. Camellia Inn.

Camellia Inn (Healdsburg) is offering a “Wednesdays are Chocolate Covered and Wine Toasted Package” for California Wine Month. The package starts at $249 for a one-night stay for two in a Queen Room and $319 for a King Deluxe Room with whirlpool tub for two and fireplace on Wednesday nights in September. Package includes a breakfast repast of chocolate cherry clafouti or chocolate croissants, assorted afternoon and evening treats such as freshly baked brownies and chocolate port in the parlor, chocolate in the room (chocolate soap, chocolate body frosting, and gourmet chocolates), a chocolate and wine pairing winery tour with three types of chocolate desserts paired with three wines at Camellia Cellars, a Williamson Winery Merlot pairing with chocolate brownie bites, a Seasons of the Vineyard tasting of Ferrari-Carano wines and chocolate. Subject to availability. To book the package or learn more call 1.800.727.8182, and use booking code CHOCOLATE. www.CamelliaInn.com.

Doubletree Hotel Sonoma Wine Country (Rohnert Park) is offering a special “California Wine Month Package,” starting at $147. This includes one night’s accommodations and a wine flight pairing with featured seasonal food samplings in the hotel’s Bacchus Restaurant. Also included is a $10 Bacchus Bucks towards dinner (per room per stay) and wine tasting passes for two ($50 value) as well as a wine map for a self-guided wine country tour. Book the package here .

Flamingo Conference Resort and Spa (Santa Rosa) is offering “California Wine Month Packages” starting at $99 per weekday night and $179 per weekend night, including nearby wine tasting room passes, complimentary wine and cheese tasting every Friday 5-7 p.m. in the lobby, and $3 glass of wines during happy hour 4-6 p.m., Monday through Friday. Also includes a bottle of award-winning Ehret Family wine with an Executive King (+$20) or Suite (+$100) purchase. Also features no corkage fee for any California wine with dinner for two, and 15 percent off all wine list bottles, which are exclusively from Sonoma County. For more information call 707.545.8530 or visit www.flamingoresort.com.

H2Hotel (Healdsburg) is partnering with the Winegrowers of Dry Creek Valley™ on a “Green Trail of Dry Creek Valley Package” for visitors who wish to explore the region’s certified organic and biodynamic wineries. Beginning in September and available through December 2010, the visit begins upon check-in at the stylish h2hotel, a sustainable inn and little sister to Hotel Healdsburg, located just off the historic downtown square. Guests receive a two-night stay in a standard guest room; welcome bottle of Dry Creek Valley wine; picnic lunch for two from h2hotel spoonbar restaurant and bike loan for those who prefer two wheels to four. Each of the participating wineries along Dry Creek Valley’s meandering back country roads -- Hawley Winery, Michel-Schlumberger, Montemaggiore, Preston of Dry Creek, Quivira Vineyards & Winery and Truett Hurst Winery -- will offer the Green Trail guests a complimentary wine tasting. The Green Trail package rates range from $460 midweek to $690 weekend for a standard room and is subject to availability. To book the package or learn more, visit www.h2hotel.com or call 877.342.2022.

Headlands Inn Bed & Breakfast (Mendocino) is offering a "Wine, Dine & Sweet Dreams Package” for California Wine Month in September. The package, priced at $1,189 includes a three-night stay for two in the Strauss, Barry or Casper Cottage rooms, Mendocino Wine Tour* ($350 Value), dinner certificate to Cafe Beaujolais ($75 Value), Gift box of Mendocino chocolates and gourmet in-room breakfast. Discover Mendocino's Wine Country features a chauffeured six-hour luxury SUV limo or Town car tour, complimentary sparkling wine, tours and wine tasting at select wineries with discounted pricing, and a gourmet picnic lunch served at one of the wineries. (Not valid with other discounts or specials. Must call the Inn to set up reservation. Subject to availability.)  To book the package or learn more, visit www.headlandsinn.com or call 1.800.354.4431. Use booking code WDSD.

Holiday Inn Express (Santa Rosa) is featuring a “Wine Tour Package,” starting at $269.50 , includes a one-night stay in September, an all-day winery tour for two people and picnic lunch. Call 707.545.9000 and use booking code ILQOX. More information can be found here . 

Hotel Healdsburg (Healdsburg) is offering the “Healdsburg Insider's Harvest Package” for California Wine Month.  The package, starting at $855 for two nights, includes a private tasting tutorial with the Dry Creek Kitchen sommelier team, a primer for an inside peek into harvest in action. Guests then will be treated to a very special backstage tour of the Mauritson Winery where famed Chef Charlie Palmer and winemaker Clay Mauritson make their acclaimed Pinot Noir (a  bottle of Charlie and Clay will be waiting guest’s rooms upon arrival). At Mauritson, experience all the excitement of a working harvest as the grapes arrive, are sorted, crushed and barrels are filled. Finish with a complimentary tasting of Mauritson's reserve wines including Charlie and Clay's premium Pinot Noir the Duelist. End the day at Chef Charlie Palmer's Dry Creek Kitchen for a six-course seasonal tasting menu with no corkage fee for up to two Sonoma County wines. Package also includes two-night’s stay in a deluxe king room, valet parking and daily gourmet breakfast. Package good September through November, priced at $855 Sunday through Thursday, $1,180 Friday and Saturdays. All rates not including tax. Subject to availability. To book the package or learn more, visit www.hotelhealdsburg.com or call  800.889.7188.

Hope-Merrill House (Geyserville) is offering a two-night stay any Monday through Thursday in September in a room with a Jacuzzi or fireplace at a rate of $380 per night. Guests enjoy a private tour at Mill Creek Winery followed by a picnic lunch for two. Included in the four-course picnic is a market basket, a Hope-Merrill logo wine opener and a bottle of guest’s choice of a current release of Mill Creek Wine. Subject to availability. Not available on Monday, September 6, 2010. To book the package or learn more, visit www.hope-inns.com and click on Wine Month. Use booking code - HMHMC.

Hyatt Vineyard Creek Hotel & Spa (Santa Rosa) is offering a “Wine-Country Spa Package” for California Wine Month. Starting at $210 per night, the spa package includes a choice of one of the following: "Red Tasting" treatment, featuring a Merlot grapeseed scrub, Jasmine-rose anti-oxidant tea soak and Signature massage (100 minutes); "White Tasting" treatment, featuring a Chardonnay sugar scrub, Chardonnay and pomegranate soak and Chardonnay and grapefruit massage (100 minutes ); and "Lavender Tasting,” featuring a Lavender-infused bubble bath, Lavender body butter massage, Body wrap with lavender mist (100 minutes). Subject to availability. To book the package or learn more, click here  or call 707.636.7300.

Inn at Schoolhouse Creek (Little River) is offering a "Vino Extremo Package" for California Wine Month. The package, starting at $230 per night, includes dinner for two at their new on site restaurant, La Petite Rive, where Executive Chef Troy Barrett has created a menu that incorporates California wines as ingredients in every dish. Also included is one night's accommodation for two at the Inn which is set on nine acres of meadow, gardens and forest. Subject to availability. Use booking code HOCA10 or call 800.731.5525 directly to book. www.schoolhousecreek.com

Irish Rose Inn (Healdsburg)is offering a “Passionate about Pinot Package”. Starting at $330 which includes a two-night stay for two in a Queen or King Room with private bath and whirlpool tub, farm fresh breakfasts each morning and evening wine and cheese hour at the charming Victorian Farmhouse Inn. Guests will have a personal on-site tasting and tour of Brogan Cellars and a stroll through the beautiful neighboring vineyards. Also included is a special pass for exclusive complimentary wine tastings and gifts at three more nearby wineries:  Dry Creek Vineyards, Amista and Mauritson wineries, which feature white wines and those famous Dry Creek Zinfandels. Subject to availability. To book the packager or learn more call 707.431.2801, and use booking code PINOT. www.theirishroseinn.com .

Jenner Inn & Bistro (Jenner-By-The-Sea) is offering a “Russian River Wine Package”. Starting as low as $398 plus tax and gratuity, includes a one-night stay at the Jenner Inn Monday, Thursday, or Friday at the inn where the Russian River meets the Pacific Ocean. Package includes an appointment-only wine tour of three boutique Russian River Appellation wineries, a three-course Russian River wine and food pairing menu for two at the Jenner Bistro and an autographed bottle of wine by the winemaker of the favorite winery on your exclusive tour. Subject to availability. To book the package or learn more call 800.732.2377 and use booking code 88. www.JennerInn.com .

Kenwood Inn and Spa (Kenwood) is offering a “VIP Food and Wine Tour in the Valley of the Moon” for California Wine Month. This award-winning hotel is a great place to sample great wine and food in Sonoma. Starting at $1,040, package includes a two-night stay, seasonal gourmet sampler plate for two (paired with three wines at Kenwood Inn and Spa), bottle of HKG Pinot Noir 2008 Russian River Valley Estate, wine country chocolates and wine opener, Kenwood Inn and Spa gift and a VIP tasting experience at three premier wineries within minutes of the Inn. Guests will also enjoy a full day that will include a 7-course, small plate food and wine pairing experience at Mayo Family Winery’s “Reserve Room,” a wine tasting alongside an olive and cheese plate at the historical Chateau St. Jean and a flight of 5 wines in the Deerfield Ranch Winery wine cave. To book the package or learn more, call Kenwood Inn and Spa at 800.353.6966 or visit www.kenwoodinn.com . Use booking code: VIPHotelCalifornia.

Lodge at Sonoma Renaissance Resort & Spa (Sonoma, CA) is offering its “From the Valley to the Mountain Package” for California Wine Month. The package, starting at $409 per night, includes a cottage guest room with fireplace, deep soaking bath tubs and an intimate patio or balcony, breakfast for two, and an exclusive mountain top wine tasting with Kunde Family Estate.  Take wine tasting to a whole new level (at 1,400 feet!), when guests will sample their finest vintages while surrounded by the stunning natural beauty of the Sonoma Valley. Rate is available from Sunday through Thursday for the month of September.  To book the package or learn more, visit www.TheLodgeatSonoma.com or call 1.888.236.2427.  Use booking code: LPR.

Safari West (Sonoma County) is offering a “Wild Nights in Wine Country Package” for California Wine Month. The package, starting at $550 for two adults, includes one-night lodging in a safari luxury tent, safari tour, dinner in the Savannah Cafe and a private wine tasting featuring select signature Francis Ford Coppola Winery grown on their estate in Alexander Valley. Package also includes a complimentary tasting for two at the newly renovated Francis Ford Coppola Winery resort. Subject to availability. Reservations required. To book the package or learn more, visit www.safariwest.com/wineosandrhinos/  or call 1.800.616.2695. Use booking code WinosandRhinos.

Tallman Hotel (Upper Lake) is offering a “September Lake County Wine Package.” Locatednorth of Napa, oenophiles wanting to get off-the-beaten-trail can use this centrally located and charming historic hotel as a base for exploring therapidly growing Lake County labels.  Starting at $795 per couple, get two nights in the Historic Hotel Room, dinner for two (exclusive of alcoholic beverages) at the Tallman Hotel’s Blue Wing Saloon Restaurant, and a bottle each of their Blue Wing Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Cabernet and Syrah.   The package includes a private tasting with proprietor Susan Feiler at the Lake County Wine Studio (Upper Lake) which showcases the finest wines from more than a dozen family run boutique wineries in Lake County that do not have their own tasting rooms. Enjoy a 5.5 hour limousine tour of Lake County’s showcase wineries such as Langtry, Shannon Ridge, Brassfield, Ceago, Wildhurst and Steele.  Package available September 7 through October 31, 2010. Please reserve at least one week in advance. Guests must be willing to include up to six other people on the wine tour. Call Tallman Hotel at 707.275.2244 or book online at www.TallmanHotel.com .

Valley Ford Hotel (Valley Ford/West Sonoma) is partnering with Osmosis Day Spa to offer a “Big Deals from Small Towns Package,” available Sunday through Thursday during California Wine Month. The package includes overnight accommodations for two, a Sonoma County sampler basket with local cheese, fruit, crackers and two glasses of sparkling wine, cedar enzyme bath for two at Osmosis and a four-pack collection of our 2 oz. signature ginger jasmine body care line. The package is only $250, featuring a savings of over $100. Not valid with any other offer and subject to availability. Taxes and gratuity not included in price. For more information call 707.876.1983 or visit www.vfordhotel.com .

SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA/ NAPA VALLEY

Auberge du Soleil, Rutherford, Napa Valley is offering an extraordinarily luxurious “Celebration of California Wine Month Package,” starting at $8089 per couple, which includes a three-night stay in an Upper Valley View King Room, which comes complete with a fireplace, sunken tub and a terrace that opens to sweeping valley views.  Enjoy a private dinner for two at La Pagode, set in a secluded section of the resort, amid lush olive groves and fragrant vines. The lavish Melisse Suite will be all yours while you enjoy the Ultimate Auberge Spa experience. Including side-by-side spa treatments, followed by Chef’s Tasting plate and private use of the hot pool area. The package also includes a 6-hour personalized winery tour with driver, and a picnic lunch for two, as well as a signature bottle of wine, a special amenity plate on arrival and daily breakfast for two in Auberge Restaurant. Package includes taxes and gratuities for the restaurant and spa only and is available any night of the week (holidays excluded) through November 30, 2010. Restrictions: Subject to availability and restrictions. For more information or to make reservations please call 1.800.348.5406.

Clift Hotel (San Francisco) is offering an “Experience Wine Country in the Heart of San Francisco” package with 35 percent off all room types at Clift includes two complimentary wine tastings at local tasting room and a keepsake wine key.  The package, starting at $185 per night, will be available by calling 1.800.606.6090 or online www.clifthotel.com  and using the SPCAND promo code.

COVA Hotel (San Francisco) is offering a "Wine Country Tour Package" for California Wine Month. The package, starting at $252, includes two adult wine country tickets, and one night’s lodging in superior room category for double occupancy, plus continental breakfast. Subject to availability. To book the package or learn more, call 1.877.771.2300. Use booking code: wine.

Embassy Suites Napa Valley (Napa) is offering an exclusive “CA Wine Month Package,” starting at $429 per night, which includes: Complimentary upgrade to deluxe overnight accommodations for two in a Romance Suite or an Executive Suite, a welcome bottle of Napa Valley wine, two complimentary tasting passes to the new Toolbox Wine Co. in downtown Napa and two tickets to the Gourmet Express Lunch experience on the Napa Valley Wine Train.   Additional hotel nights will be offered at a 10 percent discount. To book the package or learn more, visit the Hotel Specials Page on www.napavalley.embassysuites.com or call 1.707.253.9540 and use booking code CWM. This offer is valid only for CA Wine Month, Sept 1-30, 2010; subject to Deluxe guest suite and Wine Train availability; advanced reservations are required; blackout dates Sept 4, 24, 25, 2010; certain restrictions may apply.

Four Points by Sheraton San Rafael (San Rafael) is offering a “Relax & Unwine Package” for California Wine Month. Starting at $149 per night, the package features one night in a Deluxe King room (single or double occupancy), full American buffet breakfast for two, half bottle of Chardonnay or Cabernet upon check-in, choice of a white or red wine flight accompanied with local artisanal cheeses and two complimentary tasting passes to Dutton Ranch Winery. Also includes specially created recipes by a local wine country chef for guests to take home and pair with their favorite wines, as well as a keepsake wine opener. Upgrade to a Suite for available for $100! Call 415.479.8800 or 800.325.3535 to book and ask for the “Relax & Unwine Package.” Valid Sept. 1-30, 2010, based on availability. Check here for more info.

Hotel De Anza (San Jose) is offering a “Wine Weekend Getaway Package,” starting at $895.00* for two people for two nights in their Four Diamond luxury boutique hotel. Package includes a Deluxe Room, complimentary bottle of wine and Schurra’s chocolates and a $50 gift certificate towards dinner for two in La Pastaia, plus a pre-dinner wine tasting in the restaurant’s Enoteca lounge. Enjoy a sumptuous continental or full hot lavish breakfast before leaving for a day of wine tasting in a limo tour of South Bay wineries, plus a picnic lunch. Visit www.hoteldeanza.com for more information, or to make a reservation call 800.843.3700 ext. 7039. or ask for Carrie Ross. Based on availability. Limo tax and gratuities are included. Hotel & Restaurant Tax and Gratuities not included. 

Inn Marin (Novato) is featuring the “Winery Adventure Package” to celebrate California Wine Month. Starting at $1156 plus tax, the package includes a two-night stay in a newly renovated green room, complimentary deluxe continental breakfast daily, a guided horseback tour for two of Roche Family Vineyards, a chauffeured tour of three to four wineries for two and a hot air balloon ride with a Balloon Over Sonoma. Subject to availability. To learn more, visit www.innmarin.com to book this package call 1.800.652.6565 and ask for the CA Wine Month Adventure package.

River Terrace Inn (Napa, CA) is offering its “Grgich’s Bottle Shock Package” for California Wine Month. The package, starting at $195 per night, includes a Village or River guest room, full American breakfast buffet, a bottle of Grgich Hills Estate Chardonnay, complimentary wine tasting at Grgich Hills Estate and a DVD of “Bottle Shock” – the movie that chronicles the legendary 1976 Paris wine competition win by a non-French winery, a story based on Mike Grgich who was part of the team that produced the winning wine. Subject to availability.  To book the package or learn more, visit www.RiverTerraceInn.com or call 1.888.236.2427.  Use booking code: CTTC.

Villagio Inn & Spa (Yountville) is celebrating California Wine Month with a “Wine Discovery Package,” in the legendary Napa Valley. Starting at $370 a night, guests receive a complimentary VIP, sommelier guided tasting for two at the Vintage Estate’s V Wine Cellar, featuring more than 4,000 bottlings from around the world to tempt the palate of the wine novice and aficionado alike.   Also receive complimentary tasting passes for neighboring tasting rooms on the Yountville “wine walk” within simple strolling distance of the hotel. For reservations, call 1.800.351.1133 and ask for the Yountville Wine Discovery Package or visit www.villagio.com . Available Sun-Thursday. Subject to availability.

W San Francisco (San Francisco) is offering a “Green is Glam” package for California Wine Month featuring CADE organic winery. The package, starting at $1,400 ($600 savings), includes:   a “Fantastic Suite” at W San Francisco, a silver LEED-certified hotel, for two nights; CADE organic wine amenity upon check-in; two vouchers for Eco-licious cocktails at XYZ Lounge which include biodynamic wines paired with organic bar bites ; chauffeur service in a hybrid vehicle for a day trip to Napa; private tour of CADE winery, which was recently awarded LEED gold certification, with Wine Maker’s Blending Table tasting set inside their wine caves; and two platinum behind-the-scenes tickets to the California Academy of Sciences in San Francisco. Subject to availability. To learn more about W San Francisco, visit www.whotels.com/sanfrancisco . To book the package, call 415.777.5300 and use booking code: WGREEN1-4.

SHASTA CASCADE

Multiple Properties (Red Bluff) are offering a “Tehama Trail Stay and Play Package” for California Wine Month. The packages, starting at $109 a night, the package includes a one-night stay, Tehama Trail Map, bottle of wine from Tehama County, two buffet gift certificates (valid for breakfast, lunch or dinner) for the Buffet at Rolling Hills Casino based on double occupancy. Subject to availability:

American Inn Express – Starting at $109 a night. Subject to availability. To book the package or learn more, visit www.americaninnexpressredbluff.com or call 530.527.3545. Use booking code AIETTSP.

Best Western Antelope Inn – Starting at $148 a night. To book the package or learn more, click here  or call 530.527.8882. Use booking code BWAITTSP.

Comfort Inn & Suites - Starting at $134 a night. To book the package or learn more, visit www.comfortinn.com or call 530.529.7060. Use booking code CISTTSP.

Days Inn -Starting at $134 a night. To book the package or learn more, visit www.daysinnredbluff.com or call 530.527.6130. Use booking code DITTSP.

Hampton Inn & Suites – Starting at $168 a night. To book the package or learn more, visit Hampton Inn or call 530.529.9916. Use booking code HISTTSP.

Mount Shasta Resort - Starting at $148 per couple (before tax) per night. Blackout dates are Sept. 3-6, 2010. Subject to availability & restrictions. Not valid with any other offer. Expires on Sept. 30, 2010. To book the package or learn more, visit www.mountshastaresort.com or call 1.800.958-3363.

M Star Motel – Starting at $109 per night. To book the package or learn more, visit www.mstarhotelredbluff.com or call 530.527.1150. Use booking code MSMTTSP.

Sky Terrace Motel - Starting at $114 per night. To book the package or learn more, click here  or call 530.527.4145. Use booking code STMTTSP.

Sportsman Lodge - Starting at $114 per night. To book the package or learn more, visit www.redbluffsportsmanlodge.com or call 530.527.2888. Use booking code SLTTSP.

Super 8 Motel - Starting at $118 per night. To book the package or learn more, visit www.super8.com or call 530.529.2028. Use booking code S8MTTSP.

Travelodge – Starting at $124 per night. To book the package or learn more, visit www.travelodge.com or call 530.527.6020. Use booking code TTTSP.

HIGH SIERRA

Aston Lakeland Village (South Lake Tahoe) is offering a “California Wine Month Promotion Package” which starts at $107 per night weekdays, and $137 per night weekends and includes: a complimentary bottle of El Dorado County, California wine upon arrival and complimentary El Dorado County wine tastings in the Lakeshore Event Pavilion on Lake Tahoe (every Wednesday and Friday in September from 4pm-5pm). Also includes access to Sunday Sippers California casual-style wine tastings at Apres Wine Company on Ski Run Boulevard for only $10 per person and Tasting Tuesdays at Apres Wine Company, with California winemakers, experts and distributors sharing their knowledge and love of California wines, for only $25 per person.  These tastings include 5-6 wines plus appetizer pairings. A great time to access this package is during Lake Tahoe Restaurant Week, when the area’s finest restaurants prepare 3-course prix-fixe menus that include both lunch and dinner, utilizing the best in organic, seasonal and local ingredients, for $20, $30 and $40 per person (no passes, tickets or coupons needed). To book this package, go to www.lakeland-village.com and use group code WINE.

Auburn Holiday inn (Auburn) is featuring a “California Wine Month Package” on weekends starting at $139.99 per night for two this September. Includes an overnight stay in a newly decorated room, a complimentary bottle of wine from a local winery, two wine glasses, a 10 percent discount off wine purchases at any of the host wineries along the Placer Wine Trail: Baumbach, Casque, Dono dal Cielo, Fawn Ridge, Mt. Vernon, Lone Buffalo, Vina Castellano and Wise Villa. For more information call 530.887.8787 or visit www.holidayinn.com/auburnca .

Groveland Hotel (Yosemite National Park) is offering a “Daily Wine Discovery Tasting & Education Package” for California Wine Month, starting at $168 per night, plus taxes. It includes a tour of the historic hotel's 1849 era wine cellar, wine tasting of two red and two white California wines with discussion of terroir, wine makers, stem ware and pairing. During the wine pairing segment, participants will also choose one of the specialty Norman Love gourmet chocolates. Guests may expect to learn various aspects of wines providing a greater interest in some of the more unusual varietals and a receive a unique wine experience. Subject to availability. To book the package or learn more, visit www.groveland.com or call 1.800.273.3314. Use booking code GHwineCA.

Hyatt Place Sacramento (Roseville) is offering a “Hyatt Wine & Romance Package,” starting at $119 per night and includes: wine and flowers upon arrival to their brand new hotel, just adjacent to the Westfield Galleria Roseville, where dozens of restaurants are just a few minutes' walk, complimentary Placer County Wine Trail Map, complimentary tastings at six participating wineries, free made-to-order breakfast. Subject to availability.Call 916.781.6400  or toll free 888.HYATT.HP for more details or visit www.placertourism.com

Larkspur Landing (Roseville) is offering a “Larkspur Landing Wine Lover’s Package,” starting at $160 a night and includes: a one-night stay in a Studio or Executive Suite, complete with fully equipped kitchens, Placer County Wine Trail Map, Larkspur Landing Wine Lover’s Picnic for two, $20 Gift Certificate to Whole Foods and complimentary tastings at six participating wineries. Good throughout September and subject to availability. Call 916.773.1717 or visit www.placertourism.com

Resort at Squaw Creek in Squaw Valley near Lake Tahoe has paired with Truckee River Winery, California’s highest and coldest winery, to offer the "Vintage Tahoe Wine & Dine Package", starting at $299, per room, per night. The offer is subject to availability and is not valid Sept. 3-6, 2010. To book call 800.401.9501 and mention Vintage Tahoe Wine & Dine Package.

Ritz-Carlton Highlands (North Lake Tahoe) is offering an “Autumn Food & Wine Festival Package” for California Wine Month. The package, valid Sept. 10-12, 2010 and starting from $379 per night (two-night minimum stay), includes two-night accommodations in deluxe room, nightly valet parking, one ticket for the Autumn Food & Wine 25^th Anniversary Welcome Party on Sept. 10, one ticket to the Celebrity Chef Luncheon hosted by San Francisco chef Traci Des Jardins on Sept. 11 and a ticket to the Culinary Competition and Grand Tasting held in Northstar Village on Sept. 12. Additional tickets are available on-line at www.tahoefoodandwine.com . For more information call 800.241.3333 or visit www.ritzcarlton.com/laketahoe .

Rocklin Park Hotel & Spa (Rocklin) is offering a “California Wine Tasting & Tour Package” starting at $138 a night, including: overnightaccommodations in a King/Balcony room overlooking the Foothills, gourmet picnic lunch for two, breakfast for two, Complimentary Placer County Wine Trail Map, and complimentary tastings at six participating wineries. Call916.630.9400 or 1.888.630. 9400 and ask for the “CA Wine Tasting & Tour Package.” www.placertourism.com

Roseville Hampton Inn & Suites (Roseville) is offering a “Suite Limo Wine Tour Package” starting at $299 per couple, per night, including: King Suite with refrigerator, microwave and coffee maker, complimentary placer county wine trail map, three-hour limo tour of the Placer Wine Trail, complimentary tastings at six participating wineries and free hot breakfast, including “make-your-own waffles.” Subject to Availability. Call 916.772.9900 and use Booking Code: LWT. www.placertourism.com

Roseville Hampton Inn & Suites (Roseville) is offering a “Suite Limo Wine Tour Package” starting at $299 per couple, per night, including: King Suite with refrigerator, microwave and coffee maker, complimentary placer county wine trail map, three-hour limo tour of the Placer Wine Trail, complimentary tastings at six participating wineries and free hot breakfast, including “make-your-own waffles.” Subject to Availability. Call 916.772.9900 and use Booking Code: LWT. www.placertourism.com . NOTE: The hotel is offering a discounted version of this package for three to four couples who book together, starting at $199 per couple, per night.

Roseville Hampton Inn & Suites (Roseville) is offering a “Suite Winery Escape Package” starting at $129 per night, including: King Suite with refrigerator, microwave and coffee maker, complimentary placer county wine trail map, complimentary tastings at six participating wineries, picnic lunch for two to enjoy on the Placer Wine Trail, free hot breakfast, including “make-your-own waffles,” free high-speed internet access, bottle of Placer County Wine and souvenir cork screw. Subject to Availability. Call 916.772.9900 and use Booking Code: SWE. www.placertourism.com .

CENTRAL COAST

Asilomar Conference Grounds (Pacific Grove) is offering a package to "Celebrate California Wine Month at Asilomar" in September, starting at $199 per night. It includes: standard guestroom for two, one bottle each of red and white Monterey County Wines, two Asilomar etched wine glasses, breakfast and box lunch for two and all applicable fees and taxes. Subject to availability. To book the package or learn more, go to www.visitasilomar.com/cawinemonth2010  or call (888) 635-5310. Use promo code: WINEMONTH. Note: Additional nights are available at the "Best Available Rate" which includes breakfast for each person.

Avila Lighthouse Suites (Avila Beach) is featuring a “California Wine Month Package“ starting at $300 per night. Includes one night of accommodation in a two-room/two bath suite, steps from the beach, and several complimentary tasting vouchers at some local favorite wineries.   After a day of tasting, enjoy a complimentary bottle of Central Coast wine, two souvenir wine glasses and a wine opener.  This package is based on double occupancy and valid in the month of September only. Subject to availability. Book online here .

Ballard Inn & Restaurant (Ballard) is offering the “Heart of the Santa Barbara Wine Country Package” for California Wine Month. Starting at $325 per night, it includes accommodations for two in a Deluxe King Room, a welcome basket with a bottle of local wine, local products and tasting cards to local vineyards and tasting rooms, a wine and hors d’oeuvres hour, a special three-course chef’s tasting menu with wine pairing at the award winning Ballard Inn Restaurant, bed turn-down service in the evening with freshly baked cookies, and a full cooked to order breakfast the next morning. Subject to availability. Visit www.ballardinn.com and call 800.638.2466 to book.

Bernardus Lodge (Carmel Valley)  is offering a “Vineyard Romance Package” for California Wine Month. The package, starting at $1,735, includes two-night stay, a unique chocolate and champagne welcome amenity plus two specially-monogrammed Bernardus robes. Also features ambrosial candlelit Chef’s Tasting Menu in-room dinner for two, a signature Bath Butler tub service and a rose petal turndown. Melt in the spa for a 100-minute Couple’s Vineyard Romance treatment, where guests will be pampered with a Cabernet Grape Seed Body Exfoliation, private Lavender Grape Seed Bath, and a Warm Grape Seed Oil Massage.  End the trip with a special VIP tasting for two at the Bernardus Winery Tasting Room located in Carmel Valley Village.  Package does not include alcohol, taxes, or gratuities and is available Sunday -Thursday. Subject to availability.  For this special offer or other rates, call 888-648-9463. Use rate code: CWM.

Best Western Oxnard Inn (Oxnard) is offering a “September Wine Month Secret Getaway Package” starting at $169 a night.   Includes a one-night stay, three course meal and wine tasting at La Dolce Vita. To book this package, please call the hotel directly at 805.483.9581 or email info@bestwesternoxnard.com. Use Rate CodeWNLDV10. For more details visit www.bestwesternoxnard.com/cheap-hotels-oxnard .

Best Western Pepper Tree Inn (Santa Barbara) is offering the “Santa Barbara Wine Lover’s Package” for California Wine Month. The package, starting at $182 a night, includes overnight accommodations for two, a bottle of chardonnay from Santa Barbara Winery in a souvenir wine jute tote, the Urban Wine Trail map featuring 11 tasting rooms in downtown Santa Barbara, discounts on wine country tours by Wine Adventures and a La Cumbre Plaza Shopping & Dining Visitor Rewards Book. Subject to availability. To book the package or learn more call 1-800-338-0030. Use booking code Wine.

CordeValle, A Rosewood Resort (San Martin) is offering its “Unwined Package” for California Wine Month which includes: two nights’ accommodations, private golf cart transportation to Clos LaChance Winery, private tour/barrel tasting and gourmet picnic basket lunch for two at Clos LaChance, wine pairing seminar with CordeValle’s Sommelier, a CordeValle cuvee and olive tapenade amenity, two Vino Therapy Spa Treatments at SENSE Spa and an all-American breakfast daily. Package costs $1,295.  Exclusive of tax, gratuity, resort fee and is subject to availability.  To learn more about CordeValle, visit www.cordevalle.com . To book the package, call 408-695-4562 and use booking code: UNWINED.

Cottage Inn by the Sea (Pismo Beach) is offering a “Coastal Wine Tour Package” for California Wine Month. The package, starting at $600, includes room/tax for two nights, wine tour with lunch and a $40 gift card to Mclintiock’s Restaurant. Subject to availability and must be booked 14 days in advance. To book the package or learn more, visit www.cottage-inn.com/packages-specials.php or call 1.888.440.8400. Use booking code WINEPKGSP.

Courtyard By Marriott (San Luis Obispo) is offering “Wine Line Tour Packages” for California Wine Month. With discounted rates starting at $254, enjoy a savory day of wine tasting and gourmet lunch in Paso Robles with Wine Line Tours where you can choose several of 60 wineries to visit. Additional tickets available through property at discounted price. Call 1-800-228-9290 in the US and ask for promotional code ZJ9 or type in the same promotional code at www.marriott.com/hotels/hotel-deals/sbpcy-courtyard-san-luis-obispo/ .

Cypress Inn (Carmel-by-the-Sea) is featuring a “Wine and Wedges Package” starting at $770 ($230 savings) that includes: two nights luxury accommodations, in-room champagne service upon arrival, dining for two at Terry's Restaurant and Lounge (featuring a pairing of exquisite dishes with renowned California wines), tour of award-winning vineyards of Carmel Valley via Grape Vine Express (Trolley Pick and payment off-site), ‘Tee-off-for-Two’ at the exclusive championship greens of Quail Lodge Golf Club and extended continental breakfast. Call 1.800.443.7443 or visit www.cypress-inn.com . Use Promo (Booking) Code: Wine.

Fess Parker’s Doubletree Resort (Santa Barbara) is offering a "Fess Parker California Wine Month Package." Starting at $280 per night, it includes a bottle of your choice of Fess Parker Chardonnay Cuvée or Fess Parker Syrah, complimentary parking, wine tasting for two at Fess Parker Winery in Los Olivos, and a coupon for 20 percent off winery merchandise at Fess Parker Winery. Subject to availability. To book the package or learn more, visit www.santabarbarafessparkersresort.doubletree.com or call 1.800.879.2929. Use booking code CAW.

Fess Parker Wine Country Inn & Spa (Los Olivos) is offering a “Wine Appreciation Hotel Package” for California Wine Month. Starting at $395 per night, the package features a 1.5-hour class at their BiN 2860 International Wine Shop and one night in deluxe accommodation with fireplace, wine class for two and breakfast at Petros Los Olivos. Also includes wine tasting at Fess Parker Winery, Epiphany Cellars and BiN 2860 and two wine tasting books. Wine classes offered Mondays only. Please inquire with the front desk and reference the Wine Education Package:  800.446.2455 or visit the website at www.fessparkerinn.com .

Forest Lodge (Carmel-by-the-Sea) is offering a luxury “California Wine Month Package” for two couples (4 people). For an all-inclusive price of $3,000, you’ll stay in a two-bedroom, two-bath luxury suite for two nights at the lodge, located in downtown Carmel, which has been visited by Dali, Edward Weston, Johan Hagermayer and Robinson Jeffers. Upon check-in the two couples will have a welcome basket with a selection of local wines, chocolates and other offerings waiting for them in the living room of their suite. The package includes light breakfasts offered at a small local restaurant in the heart of downtown, and a Bentley motor car will spirit them for an indulgent five-hour tour of some Carmel Valley’s finest Vineyards. Guests also receive a special tasting at Galante as well as a gourmet dinner with local wine pairings for four at Carmel’s historical landmark hotel The Cypress Inn, owned by Doris Day and Denny LeVett. After dinner, the couples will enjoy a specially selected port and dark chocolate treat by the fireplace after dinner. For more info on this exclusive “California Wine Month” package call 831-624-7372 and ask for Bobby Richards.

Hadsten House Inn & Spa (Solvang) is offering a “California Wine Lover’s Package.” Starting at $360 plus tax, the midweek package includes two nights of accommodation, three-course dinner, complimentary corkage on California wine, wine class, picnic lunch and 2-for-1 wine tasting at 18 wineries. To book this package or learn more visit www.hadstenhouse.com or call 800.457.5373 ask for the “Wine Lover’s Package”.

Lake Nacimiento Resort (Paso Robles) is offering a “Wine Down at the Lake Package” for California Wine Month. The package starts at $750 (based on four-person occupancy in the same condo) and includes: two nights lodging in a private condo for four overlooking Lake Nacimiento, choice of a four hour ski boat or pontoon boat rental and one tank of fuel on Lake Nacimiento and a visit to Starr Ranch - a local exclusive winery and tasting room with boxed picnic lunch and a complimentary bottle of wine for each couple. Package price excludes lodge and boat deposit, tax, and optional boat damage waiver. Prices are valid September 1-30, 2010. Subject to availability. Not valid over Labor Day weekend. To make reservations for the Lake Nacimiento package visit www.NacimientoResort.com or call 1.800.323.3839. Mention “Wine Down at the Lake” when making reservations.

Lake San Antonio Resort (Paso Robles) is offering a “Wine Down at the Lake Package,” starting at $1,300 (based on four-person occupancy in the same houseboat) and includes: two-night rental aboard a 59’ Forever Houseboat including one tank of fuel on Lake San Antonio; and a visit to Starr Ranch - a local exclusive winery and tasting room with boxed picnic lunch and a complimentary bottle of wine for each couple. Package price excludes boat deposit, tax, and optional boat damage waiver. Prices are valid September 1-30, 2010. Subject to availability. Not valid over Labor Day weekend. To learn more, visit www.LakeSanAntonioResort.com or call for Reservations: 1.805.472.2313 or 1.800.310.2313. Mention “Wine Down at the Lake” when making reservations.

Lamp Lighter Inn and Forest Lodge Inn (Carmel-by-the-Sea) are offering the “Bouquet and Bogies Package” starting at $770 ($230 savings) including two-night luxury accommodations, in-room champagne service upon arrival, dining for two at Terry's Restaurant and Lounge (featuring a pairing of exquisite dishes with renowned California wines), tour of award-winning vineyards of Carmel Valley via Grape Vine Express (Trolley pickup and payment off-site), ‘Tee-off-for-Two’ at the exclusive championship greens of Quail Lodge Golf Club, wine and cheese social hour (featuring some of the best of local vintages) and extended continental breakfast. Contact Lamp Lighter Inn at 1.888.375.0700, Forest Lodge Innat www.carmelforestlodge.com/  or1.888.375.0770. Use promo booking code: Wine.

Paso Robles Inn (Paso Robles) is featuring a “California Wine Month Package” starting at $200 a night. Includes one night of accommodation and acomplimentary wine tasting map of the Paso Robles wine region, along with several complimentary tasting vouchers at some local favorite wineries.   After a day of tasting, enjoy a complimentary bottle of Paso Robles wine. This package is based on double occupancy and valid in the month of September only.  Book online here .

Spindrift Inn (Monterey) has created an exclusive “Sea Breeze Sipping Package” to celebrate California Wine Month in conjunction with award-winning Scheid Vineyards. The one-night wine-lovers package includes romantic oceanfront or Cannery Row views, a welcome bottle of Scheid’s ’07 Pinot Noir (retails at $30), two complementary tasting passes at Scheid’s Cannery Row Wine Lounge, and continental breakfast delivered in-room on a silver tray each morning. Available only in the month of September, the package starts at $199 for Cannery Row views and $269 for ocean views. To book, click here .

Vagabond’s House (Carmel-by-the-Sea) is featuring a “Corks and Clubs Package” starting at $770 ($230 savings) and includes: two nights luxury accommodations, in-room champagne service upon arrival, dining for two at Terry's Restaurant and Lounge (featuring a pairing of exquisite dishes with renowned California wines), tour of award-winning vineyards of Carmel Valley via Grape Vine Express (Trolley Pick and payment off-site), ‘Tee-off-for-Two’ at the exclusive championship greens of Quail Lodge Golf Club, Wine and cheese social hour (featuring some of the best of local vintages) and extended continental breakfast. Call 1.800.262.1262 or visit www.vagabondshouseinn.com/ . Use Booking Code: Wine.

CENTRAL VALLEY

Hampton Inn & Suites (Lodi) is offering an “Experience of a Lifetime Package” during California Wine Month. Starting at a special rate of $149 a night, the offer includes a luxurious night at the Hampton Inn & Suites with endless amenities. To start the day, their shuttle service will drive guests to Harney Lane Winery to taste their unique varietals of wine, then Borra Vineyards for a grand vineyard tour. Enjoy a gourmet picnic lunch out on the patio and a complimentary bottle of wine. Also experience a barrel tasting with the wine maker himself. Call 209.369.2700 or visit www.lodisuites.hamptoninn.com and mention the package. 

Hampton Inn & Suites (Lodi) is also offering a “Heritage Oak Package” during California Wine Month, starting at $149 a night. It includes an overnight stay, picnic lunch from Cut the Mustard, featuring their renowned Port Sandwich, plus a complimentary bottle of wine and a bird watching adventure. Call 209.369.2700 or visit www.lodisuites.hamptoninn.com and mention the package.

Padre Hotel (Bakersfield)’s "The Grape Escape" package is $189 and includes a night's stay in a "Forty Winks" room, a Chef inspired three-course gourmet dinner for two with three California wine pairings, and more. Good September 1-30, 2010, subject to availability. Visit www.thepadrehotel.com or call 1.888.GIDDE-UP. Use booking code: CAWM.

SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

Aloft Ontario-Rancho Cucamonga’s "A+ Wine, Dine, and a Show Package" starts at $219, and includes: mountain view guest room, free wine tasting and bottle of local wine, and $100 dinner gift certificate. Subject to availability, blackout dates Sept. 24-25. Click here or call 1-877-Go-Aloft. Use booking code Winepkg.

Four Points by Sheraton Ontario-Rancho Cucamonga (Rancho Cucamonga) is offering a “Sipping into September” package for California Wine Month.  Starting at $139 per night (plus taxes) for standard rooms, deluxe rooms will be at $145 per night (plus taxes). Package includes an overnight stay, signature bottle of wine, breakfast for two, late checkout (when available), and shuttle service to and from a local winery (must be pre-scheduled-shuttle upon availability).  Also receive a complimentary glass of wine and ½ off any appetizer in the Four Points “Grand Restaurant and Bar.”  (Bookings for this package must be for the month of September). Subject to availability. To book the package or learn more, visit www.fourpoints.com/ranchocucamonga or call 909.204.6100. Use booking code “ LAPKG1” or simply ask for “Sipping into September.”

Hilton Waterfront Beach Resort (Huntington Beach) is offering a “Waterfront Beach Wine Package for Two Package” during California Wine Month. Starting at $219 a night, it includes one luxurious night for two in an Oceanview Room, bottle of pre-selected California red wine and two glasses of wine in Shades Restaurant (1 per person; up to 2 guests). Based on double occupancy. Subject to availability and restrictions. Rates are per room, per night, vary by arrival date, and do not include applicable taxes, service charges, unless otherwise noted. For more information call 714.845.8000. Booking code: P4.

Holiday Inn Express Newport Beach (Newport Beach) is offering a "California Wine Month Package." The package, starting at $129 per night + tax includes one night of accommodations, complimentary Express Start Breakfast Bar, two California wine flight tastings with three-cheese platter of the day at the Wine Lab. Call in reservations at 800.633.3199 and give rate code WIN. IC Hotels Group .

Hotel Ménage (Anaheim) is offering a “Sip, Stay and Save Package” for California Wine Month. The package, starting at $109, includes an overnight stay in a standard room and complimentary bottle of CA wine. Subject to availability and blackout dates apply first week of September. To book the package or learn more, visit www.hotelmenage.com or call 714.758.0900 and reference CA Wine.

La Casa Del Camino (Laguna Beach) is offering a “Sip, Sand and Save Package” for California Wine Month. The package, starting at $269 per night, includes a suite from the renowned Casa Surf Project and a special CA wine themed dinner for two featuring carefully selected California Wines paired with delicious entrees from Chef Craig (voted Top Chef in Orange County 2010) at the hotel’s famed K’ya Bistro. Subject to availability and blackout dates apply first week of September. To book the package or learn more, visit www.lacasadelcamino.com or call 949.497.2446 and reference CA Wine.

Laguna Beach Inn (Laguna Beach) is offering a "Sip, Sand and Save Package" for California Wine Month. The package, starting at $139 per night, includes an overnight stay plus breakfast for two at K’ya Bistro and a complimentary bottle of CA wine. Subject to availability and blackout dates apply first week of September. To book the package or learn more, visit Laguna Beach Inn or call 949.494.5450 and reference CA Wine.

Multiple Hotels (Ojai) are offering a "California Wine Month" package, featuring 20-30 percent off hotel rates, free wine tastings at three participating wineries, plus 10-25 percent discounts off meals and wine. For information check out www.OjaiWineTrail.com .

San Diego Marriott Gaslamp (San Diego) is offering a "California Wine Month Package" starting at $195 per night. Includes one night stay, 20 percent off dinner at Soleil @k restaurant and a complimentary California wine flight.* Soleil @k restaurant, voted "Best Dinner" by San Diego Downtown News is known for fresh California cuisine emphasizing the region's harvest from both land and sea. To book the package or learn more, visit www.marriott.com/sangl or call 619.696.0234. Use booking code WN9. *20 percent discount offer and complimentary wine flight valid with a minimum entree purchase and subject to availability.

South Coast Winery Resort & Spa (Temecula) is offering a “Sip & Stay Package” for California Wine Month. Starting at just $269 per night for two (Sunday – Thursday), the offer includes an overnight stay in a luxury deluxe villa with Jacuzzi and fireplace, two TVWGA Tasting Passport Tickets, complimentary bottle of pre-selected Award Winning SCW Wine in-room, an SCW Welcome Gift upon arrival and two SCW tasting flights. Also includes a discount booklet filled with SCW freebies and discounts. Price based on double occupancy. Not valid with group/block reservations. Offer based upon availability. Restrictions may apply. Management reserves all rights. Call 1.866.994.6379  and mention booking code: SEPTEMBER WINE, or book online here . 

Tower23 Hotel's (Pacific Beach, San Diego) "Partake of the Grape" package starts at $ 229 and includes a complimentary California wine flight/gourmet cheese tasting in their restaurant, 50% off bottles of wine every Tuesday, and more. Good Sept. 1-30 and subject to availability. Visit www.tower23hotel.com or call 1.866.tower23. Use booking code: California Wine Month.