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Blind Wine Tasting from Northern Rhone Valley France, from only four appellation and two white grapes (Roussanne and Marsanne) and the winner is: Les Granits, Saint Joseph appellation, by the famous M. Chapoutier.

“You may know the Opolo name because of their widely distributed Mountain Zinfandel. This is the most planted grape on their 300 acres of vineyards. This is a big beautiful property of rolling hills of vineyards and oak trees in the mountainous region of the Willow...

"LEGENDARY VINEYARD I’m sure you’ve seen the Bien Nacido Vineyard named on a wine label. Probably many times. This vineyard has become an icon as winemakers from all over want these grapes, and they make wines touting the Bien Nacido Vineyard name on the bottle....

“When you arrive at this property, you will quickly notice the simplicity of design. Modern, inviting lines, and elegance in the interior and architecture. It will put you in the mood for desiring exceptionally well-crafted wines. Wines of elegance and rich beauty....

“Edna Valley is a northwest-southeast running valley of volcanic hills in San Luis Obispo County. The SLO Airport is adjacent to Edna Valley at its western edge. The city of San Luis Obispo is just ten minutes northwest of Edna Valley. Everything is so close and...

“You might be wondering, where is the bridge? Six miles is a very long crossing. What could possibly need that expansiveness in Paso? Well, Sixmilebridge is actually the name of a little town in Ireland once home to this winery’s owner, James Moroney, and his family....

“There I was, visiting a winery that specializes in Syrah wines. Syrah is really not my cup of tea or glass of wine. I know others who love this grape. How will I write good things about Alta Colina? Once in a while I taste a Syrah that blows me away in deliciousness....

"Being in the Bernal Valley with a view of the Peña de Bernal monolith (page 303), imagine the result of erosion over millions of years. Volcanic stone is extremely resistant to the elements and rich in nutrients such as iron, magnesium and zinc. So as time went...

“If you are a Pinot Noir lover, like I am, you are familiar with the exceptionally great appellations in which this grape excels in California. Namely, Sta. Rita Hills, Russian River, Santa Lucia Highlands, Santa Maria Valley, Sonoma Coast, and here in Edna Valley....

“14,OOO ACRES OF VINEYARDS The Merrill family is a very special family. They are responsible for managing vineyards for some of the most well-known wineries to optimize the quality of their grapes. Remember, you must have high quality grapes to make high-quality...