Wine Country

Napa Valley
Napa Valley is one of the most widely recognized wine regions of the world. Vineyards have been part of the landscape here for more than 150 years and today the Valley is home to more than 260 wineries. Ride through the vineyards and enjoy a first-class meal aboard the Napa Valley Wine Train. Next, a visit to COPIA: The American Center for Wine & The Arts. COPIA is dedicated to exploring America’s contribution to the character of wine and food and celebrates its place in American life, culture, and heritage. Then make a refreshing stop at the Kirkland Ranch Winery for a tour and wine tasting. In the afternoon, enjoy a docent-guided tour of Napa Valley’s historic Silverado Trail, and learn how the expanding mining industry was the beginning of Napa’s wine commerce.

For more information visit www.napavalley.org

Wine Country

Amador Wine Country
Dozens of wineries line the beautiful foothills of Amador County each with their own distinct flavor. From family-owned operations to large commercial operations, Amador County has it all. While the majority of wineries are along Shenandoah Road, take a trip to the south and you’ll find more great wines and a string of some of the state’s finest and most well-preserved historic Gold Rush towns.

For more information visit www.amadorwine.com or www.touramador.com

El Dorado Wine Country
The name might say “Apple Hill,” but wineries have been coexisting happily with the apple farms for decades. Of course, it wouldn’t hurt to pick up an apple pie or two during your trip to this scenic country. To the south, Fair Play and Mt. Aukum are booming with new wineries in addition to some old favorites, and beautiful winding country roads are par for the course.

For more information visit www.eldoradowines.org or www.visit-eldorado.com

Lodi Wine Country
An amazing collection of some of the state’s finest wineries call Lodi home. With vineyards as far as the eye can see, Lodi produces more of the top five varieties of wine than any other region in the state. Start your trip with an educational and tasty visit to the Lodi Wine & Visitors Center.

For more information visit www.lodiwine.com or www.visitlodi.com

Calaveras Wine Country
From jumping frogs to big trees, Calaveras County is full of Gold Rush personality…and delicious wine. Downtown Murphys features many tasting rooms so you can maximize your wine-tasting time in this rustic and charming foothill region. A wine and cheese picnic at Big Trees State Park is an experience not to be missed.

For more information visit www.calaveraswines.org or www.gocalaveras.com

Nevada County Wine Country
Deliciously distinctive mountain-grown wines combined with country charm and ruggedly beautiful landscapes make Nevada County a unique wine-tasting adventure. Be sure to visit the boutiques and shops in Grass Valley and Nevada City.

For more information visit www.nevadacountywine.com or www.ncgold.com

Delta Wine Region
Follow the Sacramento River into the California Delta where historic towns, drawbridges, waterfowl and fine wineries all come together to make for an unforgettable wine-tasting adventure. Be sure to visit the ever-expanding Old Sugar Mill and Scribner Bend Vineyards.

For more information visit www.yolocvb.org