Our first stop was the welcome center, where we had a little tasting of everything; we decided from the start that the Muscato was our favorite.  It is a sweet tasting after dinner wine, and we particularly liked the orange flavored version.  After passing many more vineyards, we arrived at Sutter Home Winery, one of the most popular and large scale wineries in America.  We had a little tasting there too, and also explored their beautiful estate. 

After this, we drove to Yountville, which is in the North of the valley.  We were free to roam around and have lunch.  Alon was particularly excited to see the French Laundry restaurant, which is rated in numerous guides as the best restaurant in America.  We each got a menu here.  After lunch, we were off to Madonna Estates winery where we received a comprehensive tour and explanation of the wine making process from grape to barrel.  We tried some more wine here, and then headed back towards the city across the Golden Gate Bridge.  We went back to Ruth's house for some great indian dinner, and also got to spend time with their cute children, Emmanuel and Jullian!  See you tomorrow on the California coast!