In this Wine Regions class, we come back home for a look at the iconic California wines. A vast area and range of climates create wonderful homes for happy wine grapes, but as in Italy certain homes work for certain grapes and not others. Often within regions we see differences in soil, aspect, temperature, and grape varieties. With tastings each week, we will focus on different regions of California, to become acquainted with the grapes and wine making styles.
Class 1 we will focus on Napa and sub regions Rutherford, Oakville, Calistoga, and Yountville.
Class 2 we do the same with Sonoma County with a view towards Dry Creek Valley Russian River Valley and smaller regions within each.
Class 3 we head a bit south to Los Carneros which borders on the upper reaches of SF bay. Cooler climate and a bit more humidity makes for different wines, including sparkling wines. a little further south we are in the mountains with Santa Lucia Highland, carpel Valley, Chalone and Arroyo Secco.
Class 4 Paso Robles, Edna Valley, Santa Maria, and Santa Ynez.
Class 5 is a look at Edna Valley, Arroyo Grande, Santa maria Valley and Santa Ynez Valley.
Class 6 we are in Temecula and will also look at some less familiar wine styles.