The Inn Gazette
February 2007

In this issue:

1.  Escape the Cold!

2.  Horizon Air Comes to Sonoma!

3.  Citizen of the Year!

4.  Winemaker Dinner with Camellia Cellars!

5.  From Cosette's Kitchen

6.  Calendar of Events

1.  Escape Cold! Sip Wine!

Brrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr  Baby it’s Cold Outside!

Great news: We've designed a special package to warm the cockles of your soul!

Stay 3 nights at an extra special rate: $159 per night Monday through Thursday or stay three nights on the weekend at our regular rates and get the 3rd night at half price.

A sumptuous breakfast each morning. Complimentary wine touring concierge services. And, a stay in one of our exquisite and "cozy" guest rooms!

Note: This package is based on two persons, one room. Lodging taxes not included. May not be paired with any other offer.

2.  Horizon Air Comes to Sonoma!

After 5 years of no airline service into Sonoma County, Horizon Air will be beginning it's new service on March 20, 2007 from Los Angeles and from Seattle.  Although the service, so far, is only from 2 cities,  it is a wonderful beginning.

3.  Citizen of the Year

In a surprise announcement at the February Dinner Meeting of the Geyserville Chamber of Commerce, Cosette was presented with the Chamber's Citizen of the Year Award.   This was particularly exciting as Cosette and Ron have only been in Geyserville for 10 years.  Kudos to her.

4.  Second Annual " Tis the Season for Camellias"

 - Is There a Better Way to Celebrate than to Share the Wines of Camellia Cellars? March 30 & 31, 2007.

Begin the weekend, at the Hope-Merrill House on Friday evening with a wine tasting in the main parlor.  On Saturday, be our guests for our Celebrate Camellias Wine Tasting & Dinner. Meet Chris Lewand and Bruce Snyder of Camellia Cellars as you become beguiled by their award winning wines.  Two delicious breakfasts ...the wines of our Friends from Camellia Cellars and an unforgettable dinner completes the package. The price for this entire package is only the standard price of the rooms! For guests that can only stay Saturday night, the price is $49 per person plus the standard price of the room.

Details can be found on our site at hope-inns.com.

5.  From Cosette’s Kitchen:

Linguine with Tomato Vodka Sauce

Ingredients: Serves 4

1 lb package linguine
1 Small Onion
2 Tbls Olive Oil
1 12 OZ can chopped tomatoes
1 Tbls chopped fresh oregano
2 Tbls chopped fresh parsley
Salt & fresh ground pepper
1/2 Cup heavy cream
1/2 Cup Vodka
Fresh Grated Parmesan Cheese

Prepare linguine per package instructions. Drain and set aside.

Chop onion and garlic and sauté in olive oil until translucent. Add tomatoes and herbs. Add salt & pepper to taste. Bring to a boil, lower heat and simmer for 20 minutes. Add cream and vodka. Continue to simmer for 5 more minutes. Add Linguine and heat through. Divide between 4 plates and sprinkle with remaining parsley and cheese.

6.  Calendar of Events:

March  2&4, 9&11 2007 - Barrel Tasting Weekends

March 30 & 31, 2007 Wine Maker Dinner

April 27, 28, 29, 2007 - Passport Weekend

May 5 & 6 or 8-9 or 12-13, 2002 Wine Making 101 Event.. (Blending & Bottling.

May 24-26, 2002 Memorial Day Weekend. Join us for our annual Pulled Pork Barbeque.