* The regulars enjoy every minute of these wines
* Take this wine journey to France, only 30 minutes from San Diego
* There's nothing like watching the sunset from high points in the vineyard
* I am greeted by the winery Golden Retriever and another guest dog. They walk me up to the outdoors tasting bar.
* Yes, there are wild Red-tailed Hawks that have taken up residence on the property.
* The regulars enjoy every minute of these wines * Take this wine journey to France, only 30 minutes from San Diego * There's nothing like watching the sunset from high points in the vineyard * I am greeted by the winery Golden Retriever and another guest dog. They walk me up to the outdoors tasting bar. * Yes, there are wild Red-tailed Hawks that have taken up residence on the property.
I invite you to visit the extraordinary wine country of San Diego County, the first wine area to be planted in California. Our wineries are nestled in the microclimates of several valleys, atop inland mountains, and in the arid “sweet lands” south of the mountains.
The county successfully grows over 60 grape varietals from around the world which you can experience in over 50 wineries with tasting rooms. The social environment at the wineries feels equivalent to family. I trust you will find your wine tasting experience here to be intimate, personable, and unique.
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ALTIPIANO VINEYARD & WINERY
From the ashes of the Witch Creek Fire sprang a winery of Italian grapes, stewarded by Denise Clarke, San Diego’s first and, to date, only Black woman winemaker. The Italian villa setting is a perfect place to enjoy wine outdoors year-round.
Highland Valley Vineyards
Up on a hill overlooking Highland Valley, Highland Valley Vineyards grows Bordeaux varietals and makes wines with low tannin influence that are charmers. Owners Ray Schnorr and Jeannine O’Brien grow the grapes, make the wine, and manage the facility, a complete operation. Many out-of-towners now visit the winery to experience the exceptional Bordeaux varietals and blends.
Bastian’s Vineyards
Bastian’s Vineyards is a paradigm of a boutique winery in Highland Valley, growing Grenache, Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Viognier, and Mourvedre. The owners farm, make their own wine, and manage the winery. You will meet them when you visit for wine tasting. A shaded tasting patio and extended tasting areas beyond it are a great way to spend a weekend afternoon in this dreamy area of the county.
ZXQ VINEYARDS
The hills of Highland Valley in Escondido were once covered in avocado groves but now grow excellent Bordeaux varietals. ZXQ Vineyards is a stellar example of bottling what nature has provided. Come for the versions and vintages of Cabernet Franc and stay for the cheerful and relaxing environment.
San Diego wine country is THE place to visit
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