Northern California often draws attention from wine lovers for its vineyards and wineries. However, Southern California is also home to high-quality wineries. From the Santa Ynez Valley to Temecula, Southern California has plenty to offer wine enthusiasts. Check out the following list of three of the best wineries in Southern California. Malibu Family Wines… Continue Reading
If you’re even a novice wine drinker, you’ve probably heard of California’s Sonoma County. Within this region lies a beautiful area called the Russian River Valley, which stands out as a fertile valley for grape growing. With rolling hills and a climate conducive to viticulture, this region boasts several award-winning wineries. Read on for a… Continue Reading
While many people may be familiar with the famous wineries in Argentina, they may not know that just across the Andes, Chile offers a number of outstanding wineries that are producing award-winning wines. Chile’s oldest wine-producing region—and one of its most prolific—is the Maipo Valley. Located near Chile’s capital, Santiago, the Maipo Valley has a… Continue Reading
The United Kingdom is known around the world for its beer, and with good reason. But did you know that the UK has been making wine since before the time of the Romans? However, despite strides made in viticulture, production fell in the late Middle Ages as monasteries disappeared and the Black Death wreaked havoc… Continue Reading
When it comes to top wine regions in the Western states, most people think of Napa Valley and Sonoma in California. Indeed, some of the best wines in the country come from these areas, but neighboring Nevada also produces a number of high-quality wines. One of the best wineries in Nevada is Pahrump Valley Winery,… Continue Reading
Although most people think of California as the wine capital of the West Coast, its neighbor Oregon is beginning to establish a reputation for quality wine production as well. Oregon’s Willamette Valley, in particular, stands out as one of the regions with the best wineries. The valley’s cool climate lends itself to high-quality, award-winning Pinot… Continue Reading
Traditionally, Idaho has not gained much attention for its wine production, despite its numerous award-winning wineries. Often overshadowed by its more productive neighboring states Washington and Oregon, Idaho is nevertheless catching up. Indeed, the state now boasts 52 wineries, several of which are located in the Snake River Valley, an American Viticultural Area. Located in… Continue Reading
The Centennial State is known for its abundant natural beauty and its high-quality beer. While these attractions are good reasons to visit Colorado, visitors should also be sure to explore the state’s various wineries, which produce top-quality wines with unique characteristics as a result of the state’s high altitudes. Here are five outstanding wineries in… Continue Reading
Washington State has officially developed a place among the top states to visit for wine lovers. With a variety of microclimates, the Evergreen State offers wines made from grapes that withstand the Pacific Northwest climate and yield stunningly good wines. Check out the following list of four of the best wineries in Washington State. … Continue Reading
Southern hospitality, colonial architecture, beautiful beaches, pristine golf courses—these are what come to mind when people think of South Carolina. Indeed, they represent some of the Palmetto State’s top attractions, but South Carolina is also drawing visitors for another reason: its unique wines. With its humid climate, South Carolina winemakers have had to produce wines… Continue Reading