On June 23, 2011, SonomaWest Holdings, Inc. (“SonomaWest”) was merged with Stapleton Acquisition Company (“SAC”). As a result of the merger, each share of SonomaWest’s common stock held at the effective time of the merger (other than shares owned by SAC or SonomaWest, or by stockholders who have perfected appraisal rights) was cancelled and converted into a right to receive $10.05 in cash, without interest. If you are a former stockholder of SonomaWest and have questions regarding the process by which you may return your share certificates and receive the cash merger consideration, please contact Continental Stock Transfer & Trust Company,

SonomaWest’s paying agent in connection with the merger,
at 212-509-4000 extension 536.