American Appellations
There's a great article, written by Roger Dial, posted at Appellation America today, highlighting the threat that mass production could pose to small wine producers, and to public awareness of the diversity of North America's winegrowing regions.
A sense of place plays a major part in my wine purchasing decisions. I like to know a little about the region, the vineyard, the producer--it's the flavor of the place that makes a wine so fascinating.
Our San Antonio Valley Zinfandel is a varietal that is not commonly grown in Monterey County, but here in this highland valley, with it's warmer climate and coastal influence, we're producing great Zins with unique and complex characteristics.
So take a closer look at America's appellations, and the small wineries who focus on producing wines with regional character; Appellation America is a great place to start.
Elsbeth
Escafeld Vineyards
A sense of place plays a major part in my wine purchasing decisions. I like to know a little about the region, the vineyard, the producer--it's the flavor of the place that makes a wine so fascinating.
Our San Antonio Valley Zinfandel is a varietal that is not commonly grown in Monterey County, but here in this highland valley, with it's warmer climate and coastal influence, we're producing great Zins with unique and complex characteristics.
So take a closer look at America's appellations, and the small wineries who focus on producing wines with regional character; Appellation America is a great place to start.
Elsbeth
Escafeld Vineyards
Here's the update I promised for Soledad's Annual Wind and Wine Festival. This unique and fun event is not to be missed and has something for every member of the family, from kite and helicopter displays to wine tasting, live entertainment and a childrens area. So come see 
