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S U I S U N V A L L E Y Summer Concerts with Vezér Family Vineyards by Ronda Giangreco With the sun finally shining again, thoughts turn to idyllic afternoons in the wine country. Unfortunately, thousands of others are simultaneous entertaining similar plans for their weekend getaway. If elbowing your way through crowds is not your idea of the perfect wine country experience, perhaps what you need to do is make a slight course correction and head just a smidgen east of the more well-traveled roads. Nestled just around the bend and over some rolling foothills from the Napa Valley lay the often overlooked, but equally spectacular wineries of the Suisun Valley. Vezér Family Vineyards is one of the more picturesque and inviting of the Suisun Valley wine region. Owned by the famously friendly and welcoming Frank and Liz Vezér, the winery is a refreshing break from the hustle and bustle of their more well-known neighbors over the hill. Their winery is best known for the luscious Petite Sirah that they produce, as well as their hearty, fruit-forward Zinfandel and a little known, but magnificent blend, La Salette. While lacking the big name appellation, these wines are by no means also-rans. In fact, the region is rated as the oldest and best in the State of California by the U.C Davis University. These are seriously good wines. With a climate that boasts of sun-drenched days and sweet foggy nights, the grapes of the Vezér Family Vineyards enjoy near perfect growing conditions. Many of the regions grapes actually end up in the wines of their more famous neighbors to the west. But to taste the fruit of the Suisun Valley, it is best to go directly to the source. Frank and Liz Vezér established their winery in 2001, producing their first vintage of Zinfandel in 2003. They have been listening the sound of applause ever since. They aren’t doing it alone, though. This truly is a family winery with daughter, Gabby, taking on the marketing duties, son-in-law, Jake, acting as Cellar Master, daughter Cassie handling the special events and daughter Sophie creating floral arrangements for the numerous weddings held on the winery’s spectacular grounds. Even the couple’s youngest daughter, Frankie, gets in on the act helping out at dinners and events. The Vezér Family Vineyard tasting room is located in the tiny village of Mankas Corners. The town was originally established by a local miner in 1846. Hints of its old west history can be seen in the old general store and surrounding buildings. The winery actually holds the distinction of being on the National Historic Registry from its days as a stopping point in for the famous Pony Express. The tasting room is open seven days a week and no appointment is necessary. The ten dollar tasting fee is waived with a wine purchase. But to really get the most out of your visit, opt for their VIP Barrel Blend Tour. This privately escorted tour consists of a sampling of the winery’s Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Grigio in the tasting room. You are then lead the stately Blue Victorian mansion for a “Trio Amici” barrel tasting, plus two additional Proprietor’s Barrel choice tastings, 32 Garden Concert Series - Enjoy a memorable evening of entertainment under the stars - Relax with a glass of wine as you listen to R&B, Jazz or Classic Rock - Seating is limited, get your tickets early - Concert time: 4-7pm - Food & wine extra but can be served right at your table $19.50 September 3rd – Joe Mattox & Friends This dynamic musical group, featuring the multitalented blues guitarist jazz vocalist Joe Mattox collectively will expand your musical horizon, appeal to every musical pallet and leave you wanting more. Joe Mattox and friends have performed with Lightening Hopkins & Mary Wells. They were the opening act for Santana, Big Brother and the Holding Company, John Lee Hooker Jr, the Average White Band, Grand Central Station, and more! Joe Mattox & Friends will make you dance and bring back great musical memories. September 17th – Ritmojito www.ritmojito.com “Ritmojito” present superbly crafted songs with deep latin jazz grooves. Whether it’s Salsa, Ska or Samba you’ll be up on your feet from the start. ” This concert will be at Mankas Corner – 2522 Mankas Corner Road, Suisun Valley. finishing off with a red and white port sample, complete with a tasty food pairing. At a bargain price of $35, this tour is well worth the extra investment. But don’t just come to the Vezér Family Vineyards for the fantastic wines. All the fixings for a marvelous picnic are available at the deli next door and the gardens of the estate are simply breathtaking this time of year. Best of all, while you are relaxing in the sunshine enjoying your picnic, you can congratulate yourself on finding premium wines, a fascinating historical setting and picturesque gardens while everyone else is simply trying to find a parking place! Follow us on Twitter @WineCountryTW
Wooden Rd Valley SUISUN VALLEY EVENTS AUGUST 27 Music & A Slab in the Vines Vezer family Vineyard, Suisun Valley, www.vezerfamilyvineyard.com, 888-823-Vine SEPTEMBER 2 Pick-up Party Movie Night in the Gardens Wine club Member event – Vezer family Vineyard, Suisun Valley www.vezerfamilyvineyard.com, 888-823-Vine SEPTEMBER 3, 17 Mankas Summer Series Garden Concerts Vezer family Vineyard, Suisun Valley www.vezerfamilyvineyard.com, 888-823-Vine SEPTEMBER 24 California Candy Festival Jelly Belly Visitors center & factory, fairfield, 11am-6pm, $15 www.californiacandyfestival.com OCTOBER 1, 15 Mankas Summer Series Garden ConcertsVezer family Vineyard, Suisun Valley www.vezerfamilyvineyard.com, 888-823-Vine NOVEMBER 11 Annual Chieftan Dinner Vezer family Vineyard, Suisun Valley www.vezerfamilyvineyard.com, 888-823-Vine 37 Soscol 29 Big Ranch Rd 12 Silverado Trail Silverado Trail Monticello Rd Napa Jameson Canyon Rd 80 Mason 680 121 Atlas Peak Rd Green Valley Cellars Green Valley Rd Rockville Rd Suisun Valley Jarvis S U I S U N V A L L E Y W I N E R I E S Rock Creek Vineyard Cordelia BLUE VICTORIAN WINERY VEZÉR FAMILY WINERY Rockville Rd Suisun Valley Rd Wooden Valley Rd Suisun Valley Rd Mankas Abernathy Rd Sign up for our email newsletter at www.WineCountryThisWeek.com The Napa Back Road Daniel Capp Wines Gordon Valley Rd Gardens, Deli & Barista Wooden Valley Suisun Winery Wine Coop Ledgewood Creek Winterhawk Tenbrink ANHEUSER BUSCH BREWERY TOURS JELLY BELLY Altamura Vineyards Waterman Blvd Oliver VEZÉR Private Ranch & Tasting Room BY APPOINTMENT ONLY Clayton Rd Eagle Eye Fairfield FACTORY AND TOURS 12 Suisun City Mankas Hills Winery 80 Three Locations to Visit in Napa?s Little Sister ~ Suisun Sue Taste Award-Winning Wines ATV, Wine Blending & Barrel Tasting Tou Summer Concerts ¥ Private Dinners Three Beautiful Wedding or Corporate Eve M ANKAS C ORNER 2522 Mankas Corner Road, Suisun Valley ¥ 707 422-8025 Visit the historic Pony Express Office no featuring Wine Tasting, Gift Shop, Caf , Deli & Gardens. Open Daily — NO Appoin - ment Needed! Groups 12 to 200 welcome. 10am to 5pm Sunday through Friday, open unti 6pm on Saturday. BLUE V ICTORIAN W INERY 5071 Suisun Valley Road, Suisun Valley ¥ 70 429-3958 Enjoy this historic landmarks? picturesque v elegant tasting room, manicured gardens and bocce ball. Open Daily — No appointment COMPLIMENTARY needed. Groups TASTING to 200 welcome. Present this ad for complimentary daily tasting at Mankas Corn 10am to 5pm Sunday through Friday, open unti Blue Victorian Estate Ranch ATV Vineyard Tour Vineyard Tour via 6-passenger ATV. Panoramic views during the 1-hour ride Relax for a seated tasting in the Vez 33
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