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I never get to look out the airplane window from my seat and see the Golden Gate Bridge and the city of San Francisco perched on the edge of the bay. San Francisco always inspires me with adventure and excitement. From its heady gold rush…

When you think of California wine, your mind tends to send you to places like Napa, Sonoma, Santa Barbara, and Paso Robles. And while these are all great destinations for the curious drinker, there's a substantial scene not too far…

In case you haven't heard, Santa Barbara is one of the hottest places for American wine right now. The unique qualities of California's Central Coast provide exceptional viticultural conditions and highly refined wines. This is by…

With its rolling hills, sweeping Blue Ridge views, lush greenery, and numerous acclaimed wineries, vineyards, and tasting rooms, it's no wonder Dahlonega is considered the heart of Georgia wine country! Whether you're an avid wine…

The Tehachapi Mountains wine region comes into its own with tasting rooms offering award-winning wines, food…

The town of Yountville has come a long way over the past 20 years. Even though there are only about 3,600 residents (one-third live in the Yountville Veterans Home), the number of premium wineries represented by their tasting rooms along…

Hello, fellow Escapists. Winter is a mild time in California's wine country, a world away from the hustle and bustle of midsummer's crowds and bustling harvest season.With more than 375 wineries open for tastings and 90 urban tasting…

Paso Robles is a California Central Coast wine gem, home to more than 200 labels. The region is often associated with Next to, the dark comedy about love, infidelity and excess. But it is a multi-faceted destination, picturesque with…

Winter in the wine country is a glorious affair, a way to escape the gloom while soaking up some more sun in the Sonoma Valley. With warm weather radiating most of the year, it's never a bad time to get out into nature before entering the…

Winter in wine country is a glorious affair, a way to escape the gloom while enjoying a little more sunshine in the Sonoma Valley. With warm weather radiating most of the year, it's never a bad time to get out into nature before entering…

Wine vines in Northern California Lea Lane (To learn more about the vineyards of the world, listen to episode # 47 of my podcast, Places I remember with Lea Lane, here or wherever you get podcasts.) In my many years as a travel…

Luxury Limousine Service (+ 1-209-537-5466) based in Ceres, Calif., Has announced updates to its services, offering personalized limousine tours of the beautiful California wine country in the luxury vehicle fleet of the company. Ceres,…

A bottle of the Harlan family Promontory, one of Napa Valley's cult next-generation taxis, sells for $ 1,000 and up, if you have the connections and patience to find even a bottle of the highly allocated wine. But at the oakville wine…

Foley Entertainment Group adds another unique experience by integrating the wines of the Foley family inside the new California hotel.Just weeks after announcing the acquisition of the Californian Hotel, the 121-room luxury resort just…

For those familiar with North Fork, it may come as a shock to learn that not all visitors to the East End, or even Hamptonites all year round, are unaware of the wonderful communities, people, and adventures between Riverhead and Orient…

777 Madrone Road, Glen EllenSee in Google MapsA modern experience, with crafts, pétanque and refreshing sips, surrounded by historic vineyards.Abbot's Passage owner Katie Bundschu is perhaps best known for her association with her family's…

SALINAS - A bill that has its origins in Monterey County, was recently enacted allowing consumers to bring their own bottles of wine to refill at participating tasting rooms, reducing waste and expanding business . “It's important to have a…

Autumn is the harvest season in Germany. There are 13 regions where wine is cultivated, the same number as in France. The regions are located mainly in southern Germany and along the Rhine, Moselle and Ahr rivers. Both the soil and the…

NOTor question—Red Mountain looks like a wine country. The small appellation has just over 4,000 acres in total, about half of which is planted with wine grapes. And yet, relatively few farms produce wine here; The main draw of Red…

AdvertisingSeptember 14 - Paso Robles, CA - Both educational and entertaining, these wine gift sets bring the California wine country to your doorstep. With 5 award-winning Rhône blends, tasting cards and one-on-one guided tasting, this…

Wine hikes - outdoor wine tasting during or after a vineyard hike - have become all the rage, with wineries in Sonoma, Livermore and beyond offering vineyard hikes and wine hikes that combine l fresh air and wine. If you venture north of…

What are the best wine tours in Canberra? Photo: File. What started 160 years ago has now blossomed into a wine wonderland. With rolling hills spanning multiple elevations and varying soil types…

Corks pop and glasses clink the sound of the sea. With plenty of wineries, wineries and tasting rooms to explore, there is something for everyone, from casual connoisseurs to true oenophiles, throughout Long Island Wine Country, in the…

Nathan McDowell of Van Du Vin focuses his tours on the incredible food and wine experiences right on our doorstep. Photo: Nathan McDowell. Who is Nathan McDowell? I am the founder and owner of Van…

Now, along with her husband Chuck, Eiland hopes to inspire a new generation of wine lovers through Pop The Cork Wine Tours. It is described as a 'memorable wine tasting experience'which allows guests to leisurely explore the countryside…

Diane de Guzman, SFGATEJune 28, 2021 FILE - Warm sunny days draw visitors to Wine Country at Francis Ford Coppola Winery on July 13, 2013, near Geyserville, Calif. Coppola sold his!-->!-->!-->…

The earliest mention of wine in the Indian context dates back to 1500-500 BCE. The Indo-Aryans indulged in intoxicating drinks, and the Vedas, too, speak of an alcoholic drink, called Sura, a rice wine fermented with honey.…

The North Fork of Long Island, known as Wine Country, is open for business with wine tours, bachelor parties, and shows after a year of closure. CUTCHOGUE, NY - New Vine Wine Tours, in North Fork, Long Island Vineyard Tour Company has seen…

Image / Brancott heritage vineyard site.Whether you fancy a hike and a hot pie, or want to indulge in the finer things in life, Marlborough has a bit of it all.A long-standing destination for wine lovers - since innovative winemakers…

Miller Family Wine Company has appointed industry veteran and Santa Maria native Jonathan Nagy as the…

Miller Family Wine Company has appointed industry veteran and Santa Maria native Jonathan Nagy as the…

Share the article Last update 5 months agoThere is nothing more delicious than sipping a glass of fine wine on a beautiful day. This summer, American wine lovers will be eager to resume tastings and tours. Below is a…

Erosion Wine Company opened its downtown Saint Helena tasting room in February 2020, which turned out to be one of the worst times in human history to start a business. One would have been forgiven for expecting it not to…

-SLO Safe Ride offers private and romantic wine tours for couples in the spirit of Valentine's Day, helping couples celebrate the holidays in safety in the beautiful countryside of San Luis Obispo County. Starting…

SAN LUIS OBISPO - SLO Safe Ride offers private, romantic wine tours for couples in the spirit of Valentine's Day, helping couples celebrate the holiday safely in the beautiful countryside of San Luis Obispo County. Starting…

SAN LUIS OBISPO - SLO Safe Ride offers private and romantic couples wine tours in the spirit of Valentine's Day, helping couples celebrate the holidays in safety in the beautiful countryside of San Luis Obispo County. Starting…

The Best Western Plus Kelowna Hotel and Suites has announced that it will be the new home of Wicked Wine Tours. The partnership will provide a one-stop-shop for guests who wish to visit the Okanagan wine country at a modest hotel…

SAN FRANCISCO, December 17, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- In another historic first, after six years in the market, The Honey Wine Company is opening a one-of-a-kind downtown tasting bar that of San Francisco Ferry building.…

Note: Some tour operators on this list may have limited or ceased operations due to COVID-19. Check with your tour operator for availability before booking.A guided tour of Napa Valley will not only provide you with an experienced guide…

–People come to Paso Robles Wine Country to relax, sample award-winning wines, great food, and for Central Coast adventures, but choosing from over 250 wineries to visit can be daunting. "We're here to help people…

Breadcrumb Trail Links Travel Nova Scotia Halifax Explore Canada If you are visiting Nova Scotia this summer, a wine tour has got to make your to do list. From stunning views of the Annapolis Valley, seafood feasts and…

For more stories like this, check out The Chronicle's weekly travel newsletter! Register here.Sometimes the best way to experience an unfamiliar part of Wine Country is to let the local experts lead the way. In!-->…

If you imagine yourself a bit of a wine connoisseur - or just enjoying a drink in the evening - there are hundreds of brilliant wine destinations across the world. Whatever your drink, there is a wine region to explore and taste. From the…

CC-BY 2.0/Jim G/Flickr Sightseeing in San Francisco tends to keep tourists busy for several days because there are so many options. Many people visiting!-->…

Designed to retain some of its smoker-car authenticity, the wagon where a new vineyard tour and gift shop is located is adorned with burgundy-colored velvet curtains, supple beige leather armchairs, new but fresh trunks. antique look and an…

Designed to retain some of its smoker-car authenticity, the wagon where a new vineyard tour and gift shop is located is adorned with burgundy-colored velvet curtains, supple beige leather armchairs, new but new trunks. antique look and an…

–The warmer weather is here and wine tasting is the perfect way to take advantage of it. Why not experience one of the best activities Paso Robles Wine Country has to offer in style, courtesy of Paradise Limousine…

Bhe happy coincidence, wine country is often an ideal place for holidays: it combines a mild and warm climate, rolling countryside and very often a fabulous gastronomic tradition. In short, we can eat well, drink well then lie down and…

Katie Hayward, also known as “Captain Katie” in the wine tour business, owns Uncorked Wine Tours and is one of the most upbeat and bubbly personalities on the Central Coast. She loves to go on adventures and travel…

Black Friday or sparkling? With relatives and friends on their way for a holiday weekend, and others who may show up closer to Christmas or New Year, it's likely you'll be called upon to act as a guide after the dishes. holiday…

There is beauty in tasting wine in the land where grapes are grown, crushed and fermented. Words that are obnoxious in any other context, like "terroir" and "jammy" flow naturally into the conversation. Imaginary flavors (grilled…

January might not seem like the best time to take a winery tour in northern Michigan, but that's because you haven't considered doing it on snowshoes or cross-country skis.Located along the shores of Lake Michigan, Traverse City is the…

Is wine the most mature drink? Like art or sex, best enjoyed once a required number of years have passed? Should Trader Joe's be allowed to sell bottles of wine for three dollars? Drinking wine and taking wine tours are not more than…

Paul Eitel The Paso Robles wine country has become a major hotspot for vacationers across California. Summer is a particularly popular season for wine tasting. While spontaneity is encouraged, planning ahead…

The United States is the second largest consumer of wine, behind - you guessed it! - France. But wine tourism, a wine-centric journey, is an American invention that began in the 1970s with Napa Valley…

We invite you to be our guest on Customized Northern California Wine Tours Known as the premier wine country in the United States, California's Napa Valley and Sonoma Wine Country are home to more than 800 wineries tucked away in the…

Planning a trip to San Francisco and the Golden State? The "City by the Bay" has many cultural distractions that will appeal to even the most discerning traveler, including fine dining, the performing arts, museums and art galleries.…