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Hi! Simple question: What are your favorite wineries in Napa? We're open to any and all ideas. Thank you!
posted by DavidNYC on Jul 7, 2021 - 13 answers

I'm looking to get some ~$20 bottles of wine made from North American-native grapes, such as Scuppernong, Niagara, Catawba, Baco Noir, and Norton. [more inside]
posted by FelineoidEntity on Dec 13, 2016 - 6 answers

Coming from Seattle, we'd like to travel through Washington wine country this year eating good food and tasting wine. Our ultimate goal is Walla Walla, but we assume we will probably stop in the Tri-Cities and Yakima Valley as well. An acquaintance advises against visiting during Spring Release the first weekend of May due to crowds. When would be an alternate time to go that would still have nice weather but be easier to find lodging? We will have a car and would probably want to spend less than $200 a night at hotels.
posted by matildaben on Feb 22, 2016 - 4 answers

Why do winerys/distilleries only use oak barrels for aging purposes? [more inside]
posted by Lipstick Thespian on Apr 23, 2012 - 18 answers

I've booked tickets to San Francisco for a 4-day trip in mid-March. I am looking for advice on: (1) what Northern California area would be best to visit for a good mix of interesting activities and romantic/luxurious atmosphere (wine country? coast? city?); (2) good places to stay in $200-500 per night range; and (3) interesting things to do or places to visit. [more inside]
posted by iminurmefi on Feb 3, 2012 - 16 answers

Planning a wine tour vacation in the spring (late April) and wondering where the Napa Valley of the Eastern US is? [more inside]
posted by genial on Aug 18, 2008 - 10 answers

Looking for good hotels and wineries in Washington State wine country. [more inside]
posted by bamassippi on Nov 5, 2007 - 9 answers

Can you recommend outstanding wineries in or around Willamette Valley, Oregon? [more inside]
posted by Asherah on Jun 28, 2007 - 7 answers