25 things tourists get wrong about Sonoma County

From visiting too many wineries to forgetting about local cheese, here's what tourists get wrong when they visit.|
JANET BALICKI WEBER
FOR THE PRESS DEMOCRAT

With its world-class wineries, Michelin star restaurants and breathtaking scenery, Sonoma County is the ideal destination for vacationers looking for a taste of Wine Country.

But there is a lot they get wrong about our picturesque bit of paradise.

From mispronouncing town names to hitting the same tourist traps over and over again, vacationers could learn a thing or two from seasoned locals.

Click through our gallery above to get some advice from the experts on all things Sonoma County.

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