Cradled by rolling hills, the earth sun-kissed and glowing &mdash welcome to the Heart of Sonoma Valley. From halcyon vineyards sprung from this pristine terrain come some of the finest wines in the world. On the cusp of autumn comes the annual harvest. Celebrate with tastings of full-bodied Sonoma wines during the expansive Heart of Sonoma Valley Crush Festival.

Tour all 16 Crush Festival wineries, or choose one or two and lose yourself among the viticulture. Sample Kenwood Vineyards' Private Reserve in its storied "Temple of Oak" cellar, or browse Imagery Estate's gallery of original works of art from respected international artists. Listen to live music and enjoy a Chicago-style hot dog with your Landmark Vineyards wine. Try advance releases from Loxton Cellars and learn about the fermentation process; venture 300 feet inside a mountain for a tasting in Deerfield Ranch's Grand Room &mdash after redeeming your Weekend Pass, the choice is yours.

Please be aware that while your Weekend Tasting Pass permits you entry to any of the Crush Festival's participating wineries, you must first redeem your BloomSpot ticket at the winery or vineyard you selected at checkout. After redemption, your Pass will open the doors to each of the 15 other participating Festival locations.

• Kenwood Vineyards: 9592 Sonoma Highway, Kenwood, CA 95452. (707) 282-4228
• Imagery Estate : 14335 Highway 12, Glen Ellen, CA 95442 (877) 550-4278
• Landmark Vineyards: 101 Adobe Canyon Road, Kenwood, CA 95452. (707) 833-0053
• Loxton Cellars: 11466 Dunbar Road, Glen Ellen, CA 95442. (707) 935-7221
• Deerfield Ranch Winery: 10200 Sonoma Highway, Kenwood, CA 95452. (707) 833-5215