The number of Sonoma County wineries has more than doubled since 2005 and the industry is the backbone of the region’s economy. But some neighborhood groups say escalating winery tourism from tasting rooms and events brings unwanted traffic and noise and threatens their rural quality of life. In response, county supervisors and planning officials are working to establish new guidelines for winery events. We’ll talk with industry experts, community activists and local officials about the high stakes of winery development in Sonoma County.
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