Biodynamic Wines from Truett Hurst Winery
With holiday parties and New Year’s plans in full swing, the perfect pairing for any party is a great bottle of wine. Make it a biodynamic wine, and do better for yourself and the environment.
I recently visited Truett Hurst winery in Healdsburg, California’s Dry Creek Valley, and was blown away by the beauty of the property, as well as their biodynamic farming principals. Here you will find an indoor tasting area with two tasting bars and lounge area, an outdoor lounging/picnic patio (made of eco-friendly materials!), and peaceful, creek-side seating where you can enjoy a glass of wine and watch the fish swim by. There are even goats and sheep on the property (part of the biodynamic principals).
Of course, besides the beautiful property, the main focus is wine! My personal favorite is the Dessert Wine; it’s honestly one of the best I’ve ever had.
They have a great Zinfandel Rose that is perfect for pairing with lighter dishes and meats like seafood, turkey, and chicken, and an amazing selection of reds—their specialty.
Truett Hurst wines can be purchased online, or stop by their tasting room and try them for yourself!
For other holiday drink recommendations, check out Natalie’s picks on Day 5 of our holiday gift guide.
—Veronica Sooley, photo editor
Photographs by Veronica Sooley
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FLORIDA
1. “Fall for You Package” at LaPlaya Beach & Golf Resort in Naples, Florida.
COST: from $219 per night*
WHAT YOU GET: $50 resort credit for a one night stay, $100 resort credit for a two-three night stay, $200 resort credit for a four-night stay or longer (credits can be used at the spa); deluxe room accommodations, complimentary valet parking ($23 value), complimentary resort fee ($17 value).
GOOD THROUGH: December 17, 2009
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2. “Viva La Diva Girlfriends Getaway Spa Day” at Villagio Inn & Spa in Yountville, CA.
COST: from $285.00 per person*
WHAT YOU GET: A complimentary hour in a private Spa Suite (includes fireplace, infinity soaking tubs, steam shower, flat screen television with Bose surround sound system), Comfort Zone facial or choice of 50-Minute body treatment, Essence of the Valley manicure & pedicure, Champagne & hors d’oeuvres platter, sparkling wine, wine tasting passes to neighboring wineries & tasting rooms.
GOOD THROUGH: December 30, 2009
MOROCCO
3. “Very Morocco” at La Mamounia, Marrakech in Morocco.
COST: from $1,532 per person*
WHAT YOU GET: 3 nights accommodations, airport transfers, spa treatment on arrival, buffet breakfast, guided tour of Marrakech, dinner at Le Marocain, buffet lunch, tea ceremony, 90 minute hammam ritual.
GOOD THROUGH: December 23, 2009
* Prices subject to change without notice.
In the photo: A sunset view from SpaTerre at LaPlaya Beach & Golf Resort.
—Natalie Rios, editorial assistant/research editor
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October is Breast Cancer Awareness month and these properties can help you feel great and give back at the same time.
SANTA BARBARA
1. “Pretty in Pink! Massage” at The Spa at Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara in Santa Barbara, CA.
COST: from $160 for 50 minutes *
WHAT YOU GET: In honor of National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, when you book a Swedish, shiatsu or deep tissue massage featuring a locally-made pink grapefruit oil, The Spa will donate 10% of the treatment cost to the Susan G. Komen for the Cure foundation.
GOOD THROUGH: October 31
HAWAII
2.“Pink Spa Break” package at The Kahala Hotel & Resort in Honolulu, Hawaii.
COST: from $475 per night *
WHAT YOU GET: One signature massage of your choice and a portion of the package proceeds are donated to the Kapi’olani Women’s Ambulatory Cancer Center, the state’s first comprehensive cancer center committed to the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer.
GOOD THROUGH: December 20, 2009
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3. “Pink Ribbon Treatment” at The Spa at La Costa Resort in Carlsbad, CA.
COST: $125 per treatment *
WHAT YOU GET: Book any 50-minute treatment at the discounted price of $125 Sunday through Friday. The resort will donate five dollars form each treatment to the San Diego chapter of Susan G. Komen For the Cure.
GOOD THROUGH: October 1 through November 7
* Prices subject to change without notice.
In the photo: A treatment room at The Four Seasons The Biltmore Santa Barbara.
—Natalie Rios, editorial assistant/research editor
