California Wine Country
It’s all in the name, Wine Country, and though wine isn’t the only reason to visit – it’s a great one. Tour picture-perfect vineyards, and taste a great vintage. The region is also a culinary haven – with plenty of fresh local fare to try. Wine Country is perfect for stirring up romance on your honeymoon or enjoying a weekend of shopping with the girls. In any case, when wine is the main attraction, you can’t go wrong!
Fun Facts:
Total area: 788 square miles
Elevation: 14505 feet at its highest point, Mt. Whitney
Average Temps: High 61 degrees, low 45 degrees F
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Stay Here
Wine Country has become the quintessential destination for wine lovers across the U.S., where rolling hills bring to mind Italian countryside, filled with vineyards and the occasional olive grove. There is only one resort winery, but you’re never far from a vineyard no matter where you stay. Indulge in a spectacular luxury resorts, or for a little romance, intimate inns, bed & breakfasts and quaint cottages offer privacy for a total escape.
California Wine Country Lodging
Play Here
Wine Country is basically one giant playground for adults, complete with a train! The Napa Valley Wine Train let’s visitors see the valley and enjoy some great food along the way. Once you’ve had your fill of all things grapes – there’s plenty more to do! Take a hot air balloon ride, visit a farmer’s market or see a live performance. The Napa and Sonoma Valleys are rife with culture to be discovered.
California Wine Country Attractions
Dine Here
Everyone knows that wine’s favorite companion is food – and one of the best places for both is Wine Country. And here, chefs are careful to keep their dishes evolving just as the wine itself does. Wineries often feature on onsite restaurant and along with classic French and Italian influences you’ll find inspiration from Japan, Morocco, Spain, and Mexico, just to name a few!
California Wine Country Restaurants
How to Get Here
Most visitors to Wine Country – or more specifically, Napa Valley – arrive via Highway 29 from San Francisco. It’s less than a two-hour drive, so it’s easiest to fly into San Francisco International Airport (SFO) and rent a car!
Getting Around
A car is your best bet for traveling throughout Wine Country – aside from the Napa Valley Wine Train, that is!
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