We Rented a Private Wine Cave Before Our Cruise... WORTH IT?
We rented a private wine cave in Sonoma for Kim’s 60th birthday… and it turned into one of the most unforgettable travel experiences we’ve ever had. This experience at Benziger Family Winery included: 🍷 A private wine cave rental 🍇 Full vineyard tour & terrace tasting 🌿 Learning about biodynamic wine making 🐄 Meeting Lucy & Ethel, Benziger’s newest cows 🍽️ Catering from The Girl & The Fig in Sonoma Plaza If you're planning a cruise out of San Francisco, Sonoma might be one of the best 2–3 day pre-cruise stops you can add to your trip. 00:00 Why This Is the PERFECT Pre-Cruise Stop 00:38 Arriving at Benziger Winery 01:00 Kim’s 60th Birthday Surprise 01:43 Inside the Private Wine Cave 02:41 Catered by The Girl & The Fig 03:25 Benziger’s Biodynamic Wine Process 04:15 Touring the Vineyard With Jill Benziger 04:38 Meeting Lucy & Ethel 🐄 05:59 Why This Changes Your Cruise Experience 06:53 Our Favorite Benziger Wine 🍷 07:40 Final Thoughts & Cheers