Nestled in the heart of California's picturesque wine country, Fairview Napa stands as a beacon of romance and elegance. Boasting sweeping vineyard views and exquisite event spaces, Fairview Napa is the quintessential venue for couples seeking to transform their wedding dreams into reality. "We couldn't have chosen a more perfect venue for our wedding than Fairview Napa. The combination of rustic elegance and serene vineyard surroundings provided the ideal backdrop for our celebration. The team at Fairview Napa was incredibly accommodating, making the planning process seamless and stress-free. Our wedding day was everything we had envisioned and more, thanks to Fairview Napa." - Sarah & Michael

The Suisun Valley Inn is an intimate retreat at the historic 55-acre Monroe Ranch in the heart of Suisun Valley, just east of Napa. Accommodating sixteen guests in eight suites, the inn is the ideal location to stay while enjoying the area wineries, farms and attractions. If you are looking for a tucked away setting for a wedding party, a company retreat or just a getaway to a quaint setting, the Suisun Valley Inn is a unique choice. For the 2025 wedding season we will offer indoor weddings/receptions in our new 7500 sq ft barn.

Let Fairview Valley of the Moon make your dream wedding a reality with our all-inclusive wedding packages! Our wedding packages can be 100% tailored to match your vision and budget. Fairview Valley of the Moon’s wedding packages allow you to plan your wedding quickly and effortlessly, easing the burden of coordinating with multiple vendors. Our wedding packages will help ensure your big day goes off without a hitch! With renovated indoor and outdoor space available, we can give you exactly the atmosphere you’re looking for. We can accommodate small weddings of 50 all the way to large weddings of 225 guests. Let’s connect and schedule a tour of our wedding venue with one our planners today!

Congratulations on your engagement! Thank you for inquiring about having your celebration at Santa Rosa Golf & Country Club. Surrounded by vineyards in the heart of Sonoma County, our exclusive private club sits on 128 acres providing the perfect setting for both ceremonies and receptions. Indoor and outdoor event spaces can be paired together to create a truly unique experience for you and your guests. Our amazing culinary team has constructed elegant menus that will elevate your event and can create custom packages to surpass all expectations.

Located in St Helena and voted Top 5 winery wedding venues in the world, V. Sattui Winery's classic elegance provides an idyllic backdrop for your lavish wine country nuptials. With a history dating back to 1885, V. Sattui is one of the few wineries in the area able to host wedding ceremonies, which can be held either in the romantic courtyard or on the majestic tower lawn. From the gorgeous vineyard and mountain views, to the elegant cocktail party terraces, through to the stunning barrel cellar receptions, V. Sattui is sure to make your wine country wedding dreams come true. To learn more please contact us directly through our website!

From intimate family celebrations to weddings for 300 guests, Farmstead at Long Meadow Ranch provides an idyllic wine country setting for your special event. We have multiple event sites, both indoors and out, offering guests the rustic elegance of a vineyard and garden setting while being conveniently located in downtown St Helena. Let us tailor one of our packages to perfectly suit your occasion, style and personality to create lasting memories for you and your guests.

As the first winery production facilitybuilt after the repeal of prohibition,Merryvale occupies a unique place in thehistory of Napa Valley and California wine history. The iconic building that houses Merryvale Vineyards has long been established as a premier winemaking facility and has provided a winemaking home for such luminaries as Robert and Peter Mondavi, the Christian Brothers, and H. William Harlan. Merryvale's historic cask room is lined with 2,000-gallon oak barrels dating back to 1933. The room glows with candelabras, votives, and sparkling glassware surrounded by family and friends.

Nestled in the hills surrounding quaint St. Helena, CA, the Culinary Institute of America at Greystone is a fairy tale setting for your wedding. The historic castle, built in 1889 from locally quarried stone, provides a gorgeous backdrop for your celebration as it overlooks the vineyards of the extraordinary Napa wine region. Greystone's unique interior and exterior spaces, including the scenic Herb Terrace and our Historic Barrel Room, offer intimate and romantic settings for rehearsal dinners, receptions and wedding ceremonies, welcome parties and farewell brunches. The expert team at the CIA will work with you to ensure that every element of your big day is carefully considered and expertly executed. Our dedicated event staff will be on hand to ensure that every detail exceeds your expectations so you can relax and focus on making unforgettable memories. For your convenience, both of CIA’s wheelchair-accessible venues offer onsite parking and valet services.

Welcome. Landmark Vineyards is an ultra-premium winery nestled in the heart of Sonoma Valley in Kenwood CA. An unforgettable setting makes for an unforgettable event! Walk down the aisle with stunning views of vineyards and exchange vows in the heart of wine country. Our welcoming courtyard, lush gardens, and stunning views of the Mayacamas Mountains make the perfect backdrop for your special occasion. Work with our experienced Events Manager to create lasting memories at your wedding, corporate dinner, or private party.

Find a taste of Italy in the Napa Valley at Backstage Winery. We're a short drive from downtown Napa, but you'll feel like you're a world away when you arrive at our Italian-style estate, which includes 45 acres of vineyards, gorgeous mountain views and architecture reminiscent of a Tuscan villa. Enjoy our premium, small-batch wines inside our modern, stylish tasting room, where we have table, lounge and bar seating. Or sit beside the fountain in our cobblestone courtyard and take in the Old World feel of the winery. *We are a great addition to your wedding weekend* These are events we can host! Getting Engaged, Engagement Party, Rehearsals & Parties, After Party, Bachelor Party, Bachelorette Party, Bridal Luncheon, Bridal Shower, Rehearsal Dinner, Welcome Party, Day After Brunch

Abbot’s Passage is a winery and mercantile located in the heart of Glen Ellen. We’re inspired by the paths less traveled. We celebrate processes and products that embrace the exceptional. Whether you’re new to our valley or a seasoned explorer, here’s to something unexpected, but just what you were looking for. Nestled between rows of 80-year old vines and surrounded by the storied hills of Sonoma, finding Abbot’s Passage means you are both lost and found. Our eclectic collection of Rhône-style wines inspires a winery and curated mercantile experience that challenges convention. Whether coming to taste, shop, play or celebrate, our collective invites friends and family to come often and stay awhile.

With over 27,000 square feet of combined indoor and outdoor event space, Fairmont Sonoma Mission Inn & Spa’s enviable Wine Country location can be customized to suit your every need, from small board meetings to large events of up to 420 attendees. Whether it’s an intimate welcome reception or an elegant gala dinner, allow our team to help curate an event that is sure to leave a lasting impression.

THE PERFECT SETTING FOR YOUR WINE COUNTRY CELEBRATION Built in 1910 by one of the founding fathers of Sonoma wine, the Maysonnave House now serves as a private event venue that can host celebrations for up to 100 guests. Rich in history, the Maysonnave House and its lush gardens are the perfect backdrop for celebrating your event in memorable fashion. The property is located one block from the historic Sonoma Plaza and is within walking distance to many accommodations. The venue is perfect for intimate weddings, receptions, bridal showers, and welcome receptions.

Charming, romantic, and ideally located, El Dorado Kitchen is the perfect site for your wine country wedding. Choose from a shaded garden patio, spacious stone courtyard, private fireplace lounge, or our elegant restaurant to celebrate. Our team of trusted planners and events professionals provides an invaluable resource, whether you’re planning a casual, cozy gathering or a larger, more formal affair.

The Calistoga Inn Restaurant has one of the most popular outdoor dining venues in the Napa Valley, and is a true Wine Country institution. Our patio stretches along the Napa River and our award winning micro-brewery (Napa Valley Brewing Company) occupies the historic water tower. Our Event Garden offers a beautiful setting with teak planked picnic tables and can be reserved for private events ranging in size from 18 to 150 guests. It’s the perfect location for Rehearsal Dinners, Welcome Receptions, Wedding Receptions*, and Farewell Brunches. We also have a private indoor dining room and Pub that can be booked for your special occasion.

Located in the town of Sonoma, just 45 minutes from San Francisco, MacArthur Place is a newly reimagined 64-room hotel, spa and culinary hub in the heart of Sonoma. Set on a magnificent six-acre estate with lush grounds, intimate gardens, a stylish mid-century pool, and full-service spa utilizing flowers and herbs from property gardens. Nightly fire pits, valet parking, free WiFi, Netflix and Hulu. Walking distance to Sonoma Plaza, and minutes from some of wine country's most lauded vineyards, wineries, restaurants. Whether it’s an intimate gathering or a lavish celebration, MacArthur Place delivers an idyllic, unforgettable setting for your dream Sonoma wedding. Our six-acre property features a variety of beautiful indoor and outdoor venues that are perfect for your wedding or special event. And, with our dedicated event staff and on-site catering, we’ll be with you every step of the way and ensure your event goes off without a hitch.

Gundlach Bundschu is a family-owned winery and organically farmed vineyard in the heart of Sonoma. Six generations of the Bundschu family and friends have celebrated life on Rhinefarm with creativity and high spirits. Today, the historic beauty of our 320-acre property allows for endless possibilities when planning your event.

At The Heritage House we can ensure that you have a memorable lifetime experience. A wedding with close family and friends or just an intimate commitment ceremony we are happy to accommodate anywhere from just the couple or up to 38 guests comfortably.

The ideal setting for the destination wedding of your dreams, Triple S Ranch offers stunning natural beauty and historic architecture in California’s wine country. Make plans to celebrate your union at an exclusive private property in the Napa region that brings together the best of old and new, combining the grace of historic architecture with stunning natural beauty. This 20-acre private estate can sleep up to 60 of your closest friends and family. The rest of your guests can enjoy glamping on the property or stay in any of the many excellent hotels in Calistoga, only four miles away.

On the southern edge of Napa Valley, the banks of the Napa River contour around the historic Stanly Ranch, where pristine vineyards blanket gently rolling hills that rise up to meet the wide-open California sky. Here, an extraordinary new luxury resort is taking shape. Stanly Ranch, a new destination in the heart of wine country, celebrates the romance of connecting with family and friends in a setting that’s steeped in winery estate tradition, inspired by the beauty of the land, and infused with a fresh, convivial spirit.

IMAGINE YOUR EVENT AT DI ROSA... di Rosa Center for Contemporary Art occupies 217 acres of the original 465 acres of land purchased by Rene di Rosa in 1960. Located in the scenic Carneros Region at the south end of the Napa Valley, di Rosa opened to the public in 1997 as part of Rene di Rosa's vision for an “art park” accessible to the greater public, the property now encompasses multiple galleries, a lush courtyard, and a sculpture meadow that are all protected in perpetuity under the Napa County Land Trust.  di Rosa is pleased to hold private events on the property, including corporate events, retreats, meetings, birthdays, and private rentals.

The Gables Wine Country Inn is a elegant Gothic Victorian 8 room estate, circa 1877, featuring 12-foot ceilings, luxurious beds fitted with Comphy® sheets and private bathrooms with clawfoot tubs in each room. It is situated on 3-1/2 acres in the very center of famed Sonoma County Wine Country. The property includes a circa1850a redwood barn, vineyards, lavender garden and redwood trees.

Flying Cloud is a 33 acre venue just 5 minutes from 101. We have the pastoral, vineyard views and candle lit interiors of a winery but the exclusiveness and personal service of a private estate. The services of owner, Jeannette Bell, as your coordinator are included in your site fee. With 30 years of experience hosting and managing weddings, she will make sure your wedding fulfills your vision. Flying Cloud can put together a complete package tailored to each couple using our preferred vendors, or you are welcome to use your own. With indoor and outdoor facilities, Flying Cloud can host incredibly beautiful weddings year round.

We have on-sight accommodations for guest room blocks offered at a lower discounted rate. Walking distance to 20 plus restaurants and many shops. We have 1,500 sq ft of meeting space that can be used as rehearsal space as well as a get together space.

Located in an urban area near the heart of Santa Rosa is a boutique Italian winery filled with generations of passion and love. Often called an urban "hidden gem" by our guests, our full-production winery offers a charming venue with three separate areas and an array of inclusive amenities. We specialize in wedding celebrations and cherish the magic created by couples who begin their "forever" inside our doors. We offer full catering through our neighboring sister restaurant Cibo Rustico with a menu featuring wood-fired pizzas, pasta, salads, desserts, and specialty dishes. Our max capacity is 120 guests, however, groups of about 50 guests work best in our space. An average price for an all-inclusive wedding with food, service, wine/beer, and all available extras you may want to add on is about $7000. From the careful planning to the formal sendoff, your wedding will be a unique experience, and we are committed to ensuring the celebration of your union is truly unforgettable.

SOMO Village is an internationally recognized and award-winning 200-acre mixed-use development centrally located in Sonoma County, California with an abundant network of world-class wineries and cycling paths around. Home to the most sustainable and unique event venue in the North Bay. SOMO Events provides turn-key solutions with our valued trade partners to deliver on any event needs. The SOMO Village Event Center is a part of SOMO Village, a live-work-play community centrally located in beautiful wine country. This 100% solar-powered venue is host to all types of events with the 6 indoor and outdoor unique spaces, hosting events from intimate to large corporate. Each space has a unique character and size suitable for all types of events.

Meritage Resort and Spa offers a blend of natural beauty and warm, wine country hospitality for your wedding. From the bridal shower and bachelorette party to the rehearsal dinner and farewell brunch, our Napa Valley vineyard wedding venues deliver unmatched ambiance for all your wedding events, including group activities and bridal party spa services.

Nestled in the Carneros Region of Sonoma, California, Cline Family Cellars has rustic elegance all around. Covering 350 acres, Cline Family Cellars boasts both intimate and spacious event venues for wedding celebrations. The outdoor Adobe Mission patio is ideal for small gatherings such as rehearsal dinners and ceremonies. With a capacity for up to 600 guests, the Great Lawn offers an outdoor alternative for more extravagant celebrations, framed by willow trees and tranquil ponds.

Jacuzzi Family Vineyards, a beautiful vineyard estate, is the ideal setting for the most romantic day of your life. Our wedding package includes three stunning venues ready to be styled to perfection for your wedding day.

Your next event in California Wine Country deserves the perfect setting. Impress your guests with modern accommodations in the heart of scenic Sonoma County. Our on-site, Rohnert Park event space is the perfect venue for your dream wedding.

Experience Sonoma’s first luxury resort on a working vineyard. Embraced by a 92-acre estate, Vintners Resort is an intimate hideaway set amidst redwood trees, colorful gardens, and fountain courtyards. Connect to the land at John Ash & Co., one of Sonoma’s first farm-to-table restaurants, overlooking a vineyard. Relax in our spa, take a dip in the outdoor heated plunge pool, or play a game of bocce ball. Just 60 miles north of San Francisco, Vintners Resort is the gateway to the Russian River Valley and all of Sonoma County’s famed wineries and culinary destinations. Your Vintners escape comes to life with heartfelt service from our long-tenured team, dedicated to creating treasured moments in every stay.

Welcome. Griffo Distillery was founded in Petaluma, California, to create premium, small-batch spirits that showcase the beauty and bounty of Sonoma County. We're a family-run operation with an emphasis on high quality, California-grown ingredients and meticulous craftsmanship. Whether you're planning a gathering of friends, wedding meet and greet, a company party, birthday bash or a corporate offsite shindig, our 3,500 square-foot space is the perfect place to raise a glass with groups, large or small. We offer a flexible event space, guided spirit tasting, specialty and custom cocktails, and behind-the-scenes tours of our grain-to-glass production. Join us for your next event!

Find everything you need to thrive at the award-winning Sheraton Sonoma County - Petaluma. Located moments from Graton Casino and Sonoma State University, our hotel is within driving distance of hundreds of wineries, providing the perfect home base for your Wine Country adventure. Settle into recently renovated, thoughtfully appointed rooms and suites featuring high-speed Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and the Sheraton Signature Sleep Experience. With over 11,000 square feet of event space, our hotel invites you to maximize your meeting potential; we offer an expansive ballroom and several sophisticated conference rooms, as well as customized catering and the dedicated attention of our seasoned planning staff. We look forward to making your stay special.

Conveniently located near Petaluma Arts Center and Phoenix Theater, Hampton Inn Petaluma, CA offers complimentary hot breakfast and amenities such as free in-room WiFi, a fitness center, and dry cleaning services. Enjoy additional perks like free parking, electric car charging, and a welcoming lobby. Guests love the clean rooms and extra comforts like hydromassage showers, deep soaking tubs, and 49-inch flat-screen TVs.

Chardonnay Golf Club & Vineyards is an 18-hole semi-private Napa Valley golf facility located Southeast of the city of Napa in Jameson Canyon at the gateway to the world renown Napa Valley wine district. The Chardonnay Golf Club & Vineyards has seen hundreds of brides and grooms celebrate their nuptials on our property. Each wedding held at the Chardonnay Golf Club & Vineyards is a special event for us, as well as for the couples that wed here. Close to San Francisco, the East Bay and Sacramento, the Chardonnay Golf Club is the ideal “Napa Valley” location for a memorable, elegant wedding, offering two wedding sites – both with distinct and powerful appeal.

Located in the heart of Sonoma County’s iconic Russian River Valley, Pellegrini Winery is rich with history dating back to the early 1900’s. After the appeal of prohibition, the Pellegrini’s began making wine under the family name and were issued Winegrower License No.4 in the state of California. In 1975, the first Chardonnay and Pinot Noir vines were planted, establishing the Pellegrini family as a pioneering Pinot Noir producer in the now famed Russian River Valley. Today, it is a thriving, sustainable, family-owned, boutique winery led by fourth-generation vintner, Alexia Pellegrini. Our highly acclaimed estate vineyards, inspire us to produce sparkling, still, and dessert wines. Our Tuscan-style winery offers generous indoor, outdoor, and covered spaces to accommodate almost any event concept: ~His and Hers private bridal party suites~ ~Welcome Toast in our Heritage Olive Grove~ ~Wedding Ceremony Garden~ ~Dine & Dance Among the Vineyards~

Over 20 years of remarkable events have been held at Bella Verdi Rancho Solano; providing our guests with an unforgettable and phenomenal experience. We are located in Fairfield, California – the deep heart of Wine Country. We host weddings, birthdays, golf tournaments, celebrations of life, charity events… We do it all!

Welcome. Vine Hill House is a beautiful wine country estate situated amid world-class Pinot Noir and Chardonnay vineyards and heirloom organic apple orchards that have been owned and operated by the O’Connell family since the 1930’s. It is located on the O’Connell Vineyards and Apple Orchard Estate in the Russian River Valley wine region of beautiful Sonoma County. To the east, the scenic views look over hundreds of acres of vineyards and stretch across the Santa Rosa Valley to Mount St. Helena and the Coastal Mountain Range in the north to the San Francisco Bay Area in the south. To the west, the views look out across the vineyards and apple orchards to Green Valley and the Russian River Valley. Vine Hill House estate gardens include a grove with Douglas firs, redwoods, and oaks in a natural setting, spacious lawns and lovely flower gardens, and many other delightful extras. This beautiful private estate provides a stunning and romantic atmosphere for any occasion.

In-the-know brides have learned that at Hilton Garden Inn they can have the same on-site banquet halls, delicious food and attentive service for a greater value. You can count on us to make your event a success.

Experience our picturesque venue, where California's golden hills create a memorable backdrop for your celebration. Our property seamlessly blends natural beauty with sophisticated design, offering outdoor and indoor ceremony options to suit your vision. The outdoor ceremony space features white pillars with cascading greenery set against rolling hills and mature trees. Inside, our chapel-inspired hall boasts soaring ceilings with orbital chandeliers and panoramic windows that flood the space with natural light. Our grand reception pavilion, with draped fabric ceilings and crystal chandeliers, transforms effortlessly from elegant dining to vibrant celebrations. From intimate moments beneath weeping willows to sunset portraits with hillside views, every corner of our venue offers stunning photography opportunities. Let our experienced team handle the details while you focus on celebrating your love in our stunning setting.

Arista is a small, family owned winery, nestled amongst the bucolic countryside and world-renowned vineyards of Sonoma County’s Russian River Valley. The Arista estate boasts 36-acres of land, featuring stunning vineyards, serene gardens, century old oak trees, and sweeping views of Mount Saint Helena. With a variety of spaces and a diversity of elevation, Arista Winery is a venue-oasis; a cherished destination for all who visit. A collection of event spaces, conveniently distributed throughout the property, call attention to the natural beauty of the vineyard-dotted countryside, promoting the perfect backdrop for your exclusive wedding or special event. To ensure that every wedding receives the attention to detail it deserves, we limit our bookings to a select number each year. As such, we only host 15 weddings annually, allowing us to focus wholeheartedly on crafting exceptional moments for our couples.

Welcome. Olive Oaks is stunning four acre property, with a spectacular garden, vinyard views and pool. This special location is very private, yet feels open and expansive. We are located in Sebastopol, West Sonoma County, an area treaured for it's landscape, coastline, restaurants, vinyards and relaxed sophistication. Olive Oaks is filled inside and out with unique vintage treasures, achieved with years of collecting by the property owners. A barn with white interior may be used for dancing, catering, so many possibilities. The guest cottage is available for overnight rental. Shuttle and portable toilet rental are required, depending on guest count.

This wedding venue is a haven of tranquility. Walk the shaded pathways to the grand outdoor ceremony and reception area with breathtaking valley views and a gorgeous outdoor cocktail/lounge area. Head to the wraparound balcony and look across to lakes, and hills with exceptional landscaping mixing mature trees with flowering plant life. The grand ballroom features exposed rafters, exquisite full height picture windows, and period styling making it the center of attractions. Inside or out, your wedding at Stonetree Estate by Wedgewood Weddings is sure to be magnificent.

You are at such an exciting point in your life. And you are already dreaming of your special day ... Ru's Farm is a truly wonderful place that combines the very best of Sonoma’s wine country and farm lands ... rolling estate vineyards, amazing gardens and lawns, and an incredible barn built in 1902. Towering over it all is our 100-year old majestic cork oak tree, which really does add a special magic to the whole place. The barn, gardens, lawn, vineyards and farm buildings are all places where you can create your own magic. The garden has an abundance of plants and flowers including lavender, roses, rosemary, and sage - along with fruit + olive trees. The lawn looks out over the vineyards + is perfectly situated to watch the valley glow as the sun sets. There are even farm cottages to get ready in before your guests arrive. We are all about the details + providing you with a breathless backdrop. We know these are memories will last for a lifetime, we would be honored to host you.

Located in one of the most sought out wine country locations, our expansive tasting room feels cozy, yet modern. With a statement mural and historic brick wall balanced by modern furniture and decor. Our industrial style metal and brick building situated across the river was one of the original locations for fruit drying in our small town. Now converted into a tasting room nestled between other amazing wine brands. This is a great venue for corporate events, wine education, wedding welcome parties and rehearsal dinners. Casual cocktail style events to formal catered dinners are some of our specialties. Our Tasting Room is available for rental for groups from 20 to 100 guests. Each rental can be customized to fit your event needs. We are happy to discuss options for planning the perfect event for you!

Rosewood Events - A dream wedding and event destination. Rosewood is an elegant, private, country estate with 600 acres of manicured grounds and incredible views. We have lovely flower gardens, extraordinary ridge-top views, a magical first look pergola, lavender and daisy fields, river beds, willow trees, grape vines, redwood groves and 360 degree views! There is a lovely tent for a covered reception for up to 200 that includes tables, chairs, bar, lighting and chandelier. The cocktail reception is held at the gazebo including cocktail furniture set inside an incredible rose garden with Italian string lighting, a fabulous bar and games area. The ceremony can be under a willow or in the great field and includes a custom arbor and ceremony chairs. The welcome beverage area is under an ancient willow and includes the bar. A bride's cottage and groom's quarters, first look pergola, ride to the top of the ridge for sunset shots and so much more await you at Rosewood.

Little Saint’s 10,000-square-foot space is a vibrant meeting place inviting guests to connect over food, music, art, and conversation. The two-story building is multi-dimensional, with the first floor as a casual and approachable 100% plant based cafe and lounge that makes you feel as if you are relaxing in Healdsburg’s very own living room. The upstairs is where you will find the dedicated events space with a performance stage and our elevated vegan dining restaurant, The Second Story. The performance stage has been graced by incredible talents like Rufus Wainwright, Phoebe Bridgers, Boygenius, and many more. Little Saint will inspire you to make the space your own with various opportunities to bring your event vision to life, from a casual-cool wedding ceremony to branded company outings, intimate VIP birthdays, and after-parties to keep the celebrations going.

Welcome. At The Madrona, guests get lost in the magic of their surroundings. Up the hill and beyond the trees to discover mother nature’s pleasures. The Madrona is home to half an acre of gardens that fill our kitchen, bar, and guest rooms with the scents and flavors of the region. Created in partnership with Aris Curtis, a passionate voice for the regenerative farming movement, our gardens are meant to be wandered, enjoyed, and cherished. Gracious and artful dining to inspire moments of joy, connection, imagination, and merriment. The freshest ingredients grown in the estate’s garden, the uninhibited creativity of our culinary team, the breathtaking backdrop of verdant California in full flush.