It’s no secret that California wines are something to be treasured. We have an ideal climate for winemaking, have exquisite vines, and have raised and attracted a serious number of genius winemakers. California is responsible for more than 90% of all wine produced in the US and is the fourth largest wine producer in the world. The Wine Country region – with its beautiful, natural backdrop, and celebrated delicacies and lifestyle – is a top tourist destination. Sometimes it’s easy to take such things for granted.

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Late summer/early fall is a perfect time to explore the Wine Country – when the air starts to get a little crisp, the leaves are changing to a colorful yellow and crimson, and the flocks of tourists have returned home. This time of year, also known as Crush, is when you can witness first-hand the excitement of harvest season: grape-picking, sorting, crushing and fermentation. Wineries become abuzz with the energy a new vintage brings and the smell of crushed grapes permeates the air.

September is also California Wine Month, a month-long celebration dedicated to the state’s ideal climate for wine, beautiful wine country landscape, talented winemakers, local lifestyle and cuisine, and commitment to sustainability and the environment. To celebrate, many wineries and regional associations offer special events – a list of which can be found here.

But the autumn harvest festivities don’t end there as October brings the Sonoma County Harvest Fair, a three-day celebration featuring wine tasting, chef demonstrations, the World Class Championship Grape Stomp, live jazz, a craft pavilion and more.

So for those still yearning for warm weather outings and the joy of simple pleasures – it’s as easy as enjoying a glass of California wine and savoring the beauty of the North Bay.

In keeping with our “Reasons” theme, here are 10 Reasons to love California Wine.

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Posted by:  Frank Howard Allen Realtors