10 Awesome Ways to Celebrate California Wine Month
Join the festivities throughout September at wineries across the state or bring the excitement of the harvest home
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The statistics speak volumes: California is America’s No. 1 wine producer, producing 81 percent of U.S. wine sales. There are approximately 637,000 acres planted to wine grapes, making the Golden State the fourth-largest wine producer in the world. Not surprisingly, those endless rows of vines generate amazingly diverse wine tasting experiences—including everything from high-end pairings in the Napa Valley to neighborly barn tastings in Sonoma County to cave tours and winemaker chats from Mendocino County to Temecula. Start your research here and let your palate be your guide.
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Get to Know the Many Black-Owned Wineries in California
Success stories abound throughout the Golden State, from Napa and Sonoma to less likely destinations including Laguna Beach and San Diego County
Temecula Valley Wine Country
Taste your way through Southern California's leading wine region
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Sip Wine in Gold Country
Sample vintages from old vines and new varietals in this under-the-radar California wine region
Top Urban Wine Destinations
Visit these cities and towns with thriving wine scenes far from the state’s famous vineyards
Monterey's River Road Wine Trail
Follow the Salinas River in Monterey County through farmland dotted with ever-increasing numbers of vineyards
Mendocino & Sonoma County: The Wine Road
Twist through redwoods and over hills to the home of 150 wineries
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October 2022 Events in California
Celebrate the season with wine tasting and music festivals, as well as pumpkin smashes and tarantula races
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San Luis Obispo County Wine Country
Explore cowboy-meet-wine-country towns and sustainable vineyards
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11 Eco-Friendly California Destinations
Trying to plan a sustainable trip to the Golden State? These deserving destinations are all worthy choices
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Seasonal Events at Knott’s Berry Farm
Celebrate a boysenberry festival or get scared by goblins in the fog
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