Thursday, July 7, 2011

Family trip to Napa!

Brandon was on vacation last Friday, so we decided to head to Napa for the day with Ella and Lexi.  We planned on having a picnic and visiting two wineries, but we actually got to do three which was a nice surprise!  It was a little stressful getting everything together for the trip - picnic basket, Ella's bag of goodies, Lexi's water and treats, sunscreen, cooler, etc. - but once we were out the door it was a piece of cake. 

Our first stop was Rombauer.  They have beautiful gardens that are nice and shaded and picnic tables everywhere.  We purchased a bottle of wine and headed to find our table.  We got a nice spot that overlooked the vineyards below us and enjoyed a nice lunch. 

The "local" dog that lives at Rombauer - he just walked up and sat next to Ella!

Ella picnicking...No, we did not let her drink, although it looks like she was considering it!

Group Hug...

Lexi is trying to escape the hug part...



Ella playing in the dirt and rocks...eventually she ate it!

Picking the rocks out of her mouth!

Not happy!


One of the sculptures in the gardens...

Our next stop was not planned, but we had heard good things about Frog's Leap so we decided to stop by and see if they could work us in for a tasting.  They sat us at one of their tables on the porch where they have big ceiling fans which was perfect given it was so hot outside!  We enjoyed our tasting and Lexi and Ella enjoyed the cheese and crackers they provided!


Don't you think Lexi blends right in!


Lexi taking a break under the fans on the porch

Ella relaxing in the comfy chairs and enjoying the cheese and crackers

View of the property from the back porch


Our last stop was Raymond.  We had heard that they have a great "zoo" of farm animals (mainly goats and sheep), but unfortunately we did not get to see them since they are currently doing a renovation and had all the animals moved to an area in the back of the property.  It was still a nice visit and we enjoyed the friendly staff and the impromptu tour of their private tasting room!

Lexi trying to get cool on the cold floor




It was a great day and we are ready to go back soon!

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