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May 27 2011

What is Oak Leaf Vineyards Merlot California Wine made from (grapes) or what?

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My friend bought a bottle of this kind of wine and I am wondering what is it made from, is it made from grapes or what? Thanks. Yes…it is made from Merlot grapes. Merlot-based wines usually have medium body with hints of berry, plum, and currant. Its softness and "fleshiness", combined with its earlier ripening, [...]

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May 27 2011

Planning a vacation to California wine country help?

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My girlfriends and I are planning a vacation to California in June. We would like to visit some wineries, beaches, spas and great food. Any suggestions and we want to be budget conscious. If you want beaches and wine, California Central Coast area might be the area you want to visit. This area has lots [...]

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Apr 25 2011

The Beauty And Pleasure Of Visiting California Wine Country

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For a fun and enjoyable trip to the California wine country, you can consult the many resources that are available to guide you in your planning. In addition to touring the wineries and wine tasting, there are many other activities to make your adventure unforgettable. In some of the counties you can include activities such [...]

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Apr 15 2011

Italian Influence on the California Wine Industry

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Since decades, the California wines have been associated with distinct deep flavors, high alcohol level, forward fruit and a hint of oak. California wine makers have focused mainly on the cultivation of the Barbera grape, to cater to the demand for Italian styled California wine. Despite a great difference between the Italian and California styles, [...]

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Feb 15 2011

California Wine Tours

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If you are planning on visiting California, you should take some time out to visit some of the popular wineries. California wine is reputed worldwide. With the amazing weather and the beautiful scenery, wine touring in California is a brilliant way to experience and taste some of the fine vintage US wines. With more than [...]

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Feb 04 2011

Aerial Napa Valley California Wine Country

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Above Napa Valley Fall 2005 – Aerial Wine Country Footage – Harvest Golden Foothills with sunset over vineyards. Short Piece. Produced by Sandra Cannon for www.sfbayimages.com . Helicopter Footage. Duration : 0:0:50 Technorati Tags: aerial, california, cannon, country, fall, harvest, helicopter, napa, sandra, sfbayimages.com, valley, vineyards, wine

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Jan 19 2011

The Evolution Of the California Wine Industry

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The association of the California style of wine with deep flavors, forward fruits, high alcohol and a hint of oak, is a thing of the past. However, its a common belief that America witnessed an increase in the revenue of the wine industry, in recent times. The U.S. and Canada were previously accused of favoring [...]

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Dec 11 2010

i’m looking for a retail store in either Belgium or Germany where I can purchase good California wine? ideas?

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i would like to find a retail store so i can have California wine sent to my friends within Europe. Have a look at www.vinarte.be (English interface available). They seem to have a selection of very good Californian wines. Prices are hmm… impressive. On the other hand I want to tell you that in Belgium [...]

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Dec 09 2010

California Wine with British, Irish and Scottish?

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Do the people in England, Ireland and Scotland drink wine from California, USA? What do they think of our wine? Californian wines are available in both the UK and in Ireland and are, as a general rule, considered to be decent wines. As with any wine, though, quality varies from vineyard to vineyard.

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Dec 07 2010

California wine: Do you think it is evn better than French wine?

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I like California wines better (and they cost less too). Some California wine is. In fact, California isn’t the only place in the US that makes great wine. Don’t diss US wine! At the same time, French wine can be exquisite. There are good wines from Spain, Portugal, and some from Germany, too. In fact, [...]

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