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RUTHERFORD. Founded in 1900 by Bordeaux native Georges de Latour, Beaulieu revolutionized California winemaking by using American oak barrels for aging. The result: a uniquely American product that's become legendary in oenological circles and has been on the table of every US president since FDR. When visiting Beaulieu's rustic tasting room, guests feel as if they've been whisked away to a Bordeaux farmhouse, a feeling further enhanced by sips of sauvignon blanc, zinfandel, and chardonnay.
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YOUNTVILLE. Chandon features outstanding sparkling wines – both the Reserve Brut and Brut Rosé dazzle – as well as classic Champagne varieties of Pinot Noir, Pinot Meunier, and Chardonnay. The tasting room pairs hand-selected appetizers with Chandon's sparkling wines, and terrace seating is available. This legendary winery also boasts one of the Valley's most acclaimed eateries, whose innovative menu perfectly complements the French-inspired decor. Restaurant reservations are strongly recommended.
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SONOMA. Home to some of the region's premiere sparkling wines, Gloria Ferrer's Catalonian-style estate sits high atop a hill, overlooking the lovely Carneros region. A cozy tasting room features a fireside sitting area and an outdoor terrace with regal views of the countryside, either of which is a perfect setting for sipping a glass of dry Brut. Thirty-minute public tours of the estate are available daily at noon, 2pm and 4pm.
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NAPA. Sample award-winning Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Merlot, and Syrah varietals in the rustic, stone-walled tasting room of Donald M. Hess's exclusive estate, set on Mount Veeder. Embracing the Italian concept that the best grapes grow on slopes, Hess purchased 56 acres in 1978 (the estate now exceeds 300 acres) and has since produced some of the Valley's more exceptional wines. The estate features an art gallery as well as a visitors center.
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ST. HELENA. Hidden away and surrounded by acres of grapevines, this intimate estate seems to be one of those "lucky finds" somehow excluded from local guides. Having honed his craft since the 1970s, Joseph Phelps oversees annual production of more than 100,000 cases of signature cabernet sauvignon, chardonnay, sauvignon blanc, and merlot varietals. Tours and tastings are available by reservation only. Once you've secured a table on the terrace, sipped your new gewürztraminer, and taken in the extraordinary views, you'll easily conclude that the drive out was worth the effort.
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KENWOOD. Able to trace its roots to 1906, Kenwood has come a long way since the Pagani brothers sold their product in jugs. The estate still boasts a bit of rusticity, and the tasting room is located in an old barn. Today, state-of-the-art equipment produces more than 400,000 barrels of award-winning wines, which range from Cabernet Sauvignon, Zinfandel, and Sauvignon Blanc to Merlot, Pinot Noir, and Gewürztraminer. On weekends, the tasting room pairs dishes with particular labels to emphasize the symbiotic relationship between food and wine.
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OAKVILLE. Designed in Spanish Mission style, this Oakville winery joins Old World charm with modern technology. Founded in the late 1960s, the winery has long captivated and embraced the general public, holding wine tastings, facility tours, concerts, art exhibits, and a variety of seasonal celebrations that pair food and wine. The winery's tasting rooms offer stylish settings, and guests can sample either District, Reserve, or Napa Valley labels depending on which room they opt for.
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Rubicon Estate
1991 St. Helena Hwy, Rutherford, CA 94573 · 707-968-1100
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RUTHERFORD. Formerly named the Niebaum-Coppola Estate Winery, this facility regained its original prominence under the ownership of Francis Ford Coppola, the notable director and producer responsible for "The Godfather" trilogy and other award-winning films. The elegant, ivy-walled estate features lovely tasting rooms, a hand-carved staircase, stained glass windows, and classic stone cellars. Guests may take guided tours of the chateau and grounds, including its century-old vineyards. Tastings held each day feature the estate's acclaimed Rubicon, Blancaneaux, and Estate wines. Various tours address estate history, grape-growing, and wine-making; they typically require reservations, and their costs are in addition to the basic guest fee.
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SONOMA. Reminiscent of the Italian wine country, this lovely complex overlooks the verdant Carneros grape-growing region and is a literal celebration of its founders' proud Italian heritage. The building's tiled roof and ivy-draped stucco walls exude a Tuscan feel, and the Mediterranean-inspired landscaping features olive trees, stone pines, and Italian cypresses. The estate also overlooks 90 acres of wetlands that serve as a waterfowl preserve. Not just "all show" however, Viansa produces a line-up that includes Sangiovese, Pinot Grigio, Aleatico, Primitivo, and Cabernet Franc. Depending on the season, visitors may tour facilities, enjoy tastings, and explore the wetlands.
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