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Rave Reviews for California Wine
Popular California wines are a reflection of the land where they are produced and of the people who craft them~The families who grow dry California wine are pioneers and visionaries~Superior California wine is an example of the farmers and artisans who craft their wine}. The soils, the climate, valleys and coastal influences help to develop grapes with exquisite flavors. California wine areas believe in achieving the highest quality, best flavored wines through good stewardship of the land and using sustainable practices in winegrape growing.
The original Spanish pioneers had a large effect on the California wine growers. A vineyard was always part of the building of a California mission village during the 18th century. The grapes were grown for use in religious sacraments as well as for daily life. These vineyards were planted with the common black grape which was imported from Mexico. Up until the 20th century this variety, also known as the “Mission Grape”, was the dominant grape.
The famous “California Gold Rush” increased the population in the Sonoma and Napa Valleys and some of California’s oldest wineries were started during that period. During this time well known wine companies such as Buena Vista Winery, Charles Krug Winery, Inglenook Winery and Schramsberg Vineyard were founded.
California Wine Regions
There are several areas that produce California Wine. They are divided into 4 main areas. The first locale is the North Coast area which takes in counties of Sonoma, Napa, Mendocino and Lake. The Central Coast is the number two region which lies west of San Franicisco stretching down to Santa Barbara, Paso Robles, Santa Maria and Santa Ynez. Reaching all the way to the Mexican border from Los Angeles is the third section referred to as the South Coast vineyards that also include the Antelope and Temecula Valleys. The fourth region is the Central Valley which includes, of course, the central valley and the Sierra foothills and Lodi.
Varieties of Grapes and Wines
There are a number of types of grapes cultivated in the California wine regions. For instance, there are the French, Italian, Spanish grapes and new hybrids springin up each year.
You will recognize such names as Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Merlot, Pinot noir and more. They also grow red wine grapes that you may be familiar with such as the Barbera, Grenache, Malbec, Petite Sirah and Sangiovese. They are also known for the white wine grapes of Chenin blanc, Gewurztraminer, Pinot gris,etc.
New World Style Wines
California wine is often referred to as "New World" wine. California wine is produced with a riper grape which gives it a rich, fruity flavor and higher alcohol content. California wines achieve a full bodied flavor by making wine using oak aging process.
California Wines Earn High Marks
California wines are garnering national and international merit. international wine of the month association~California is one of the most diverse winegrowing regions in the world and also one of the best sources for the premier international wine association~The rest of the world is quickly discovering the treasures of the California wine industry through the prestigous wine of the month club}. Another wine club worth mentioning is the well known California wine club which offers offers premium California wines at great pricing.
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