Category: California AVA’s
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The Ultimate Journey Through West Coast Wine
Introducing the West Coast 101 Series There is something magical about summer on the West Coast. Here at BWG, some of our favorite childhood memories are of long drives up the California coast. Windows down, ocean to the left, endless possibilities ahead. Every stretch of highway seemed to reveal something new, whether it was a…
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The American Grape: How Zinfandel got its Golden State Roots
How Zinfandel Became the Grape of America Zinfandel is more than a grape in California. It is the grape of California. It has watched the golden state transform from a dusty frontier to an agricultural powerhouse, and from Gold Rush chaos to the fine wine destination. Planted by early settlers, saved by stubborn farmers, and…
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Ghosts of the Vine: Napa & Sonoma’s Haunted Wineries
A Toast to the Afterlife: The Ghostly Side of Wine Country As autumn’s chill drifts through the valleys and fog curls between the vines, The Valley take on a different kind of magic. Beneath the golden leaves and cellar lanterns, whispers from centuries past seem to stir. For regions so deeply rooted in history, it’s…
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Vintage Napa Wines for October: Why Now Is the Time to Open an Icon
October is the season to open Napa’s legends. From Harlan The Maiden 1997 to Screaming Eagle 1998 and Dalla Valle 1999, discover why these vintages are made for sharing during Come Over October — and how you can join the story with #ComeSipWithBWG.
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Howell Mountain and the Legacy of Napa Valley
High above Napa Valley, a mountain looms. Within its rugged terrain, one of California’s most iconic wine AVAs is crafting prestigious wines that rival those made miles below on the valley floor. Howell Mountain is elevated not only in altitude but also in prestige, celebrated especially for Cabernet Sauvignon. Beyond its peak, however, Howell Mountain…
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