Just like farmers eagerly await the perfect ripeness of their apples or tomatoes, winemakers patiently monitor their grapes until they reach optimal flavor and sugar levels. That’s when they know […]
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Welcome to the world of mountain-grown wines, specifically, the crown jewel of California’s Sierra Foothills – El Dorado County. El Dorado County isn’t just about stunning scenery and rich Gold […]
Veraison occurs when grapes begin to ripen, changing from green to red, blue, or purple. It signals significant changes in the grape’s sugar content, acidity, and flavor profile, and it […]
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Vineyard Vistas Classic Rows: Many wineries boast sprawling vineyards, perfect for that quintessential wine country shot. Look for wineries with long, uninterrupted rows of vines. Consider the time of day […]
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Lava Cap Winery This third-generation family farm in Placerville has a terrific location to enjoy the scenery – and for growing grapes in its unique volcanic soils. The outdoor seating […]
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Birthplace of California Zinfandel El Dorado County is considered the “cradle of the California Zinfandel.” True story: Miners first planted wine grapes here in the 1850s during the Gold Rush. […]
Fish-Friendly Farming® This third-party sustainable, environmentally friendly land certification program is designed to restore fish and wildlife habitat and improve water quality. In doing so, ecologically friendly practices also benefit […]
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El Dorado County offers a taste of California wine country with a twist. Unlike its southernly and westerly cousins, El Dorado has a secret sauce in its high-elevation vineyards. Mountain […]
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Wine tasting in El Dorado is nothing short of spectacular. Think lush hills with tidy vineyards and fragrant pine forests, all with stunning mountains (often snow-covered) in the background. You […]
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