Saturday, September 25, 2010

A Vintner’s Dozen: Top Wine-Tasting Destinations

Hot air balloon & sunrise mist over vineyards, near Oakville, Napa Valley, Calif. (© Gary Crabbe/age fotostock)

A Vintner’s Dozen: Top Wine-Tasting Destinations

Wine vacations can be — pardon the pun — intoxicating. You learn a bit, you have some wine. You take in the spectacular views or historic sites and then sip another glass. What’s not to love? Here are 12 top wine-tasting destinations around the globe.

Wine-Tasting Destinations: California Wine Country

Visit both Sonoma and Napa in one trip. Doing so allows you to try the vast range of varietals available in the region. Beyond wines, Napa boasts some of the finest restaurants in the U.S., including the renowned French Laundry. Mud baths in the mineral rich, thermally heated waters of Calistoga’s resorts are another hedonistic treat.
Wines to try: According to celebrity wine and spirits consultant Michael Green, (www.michaelgreen.com) cabernets and chardonnays are “the anchor” of California wine country.

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