Highway 1 … Big Sur … The Golden Gate Bridge … The Avenue of Giants … the High Sierras – California was practically made for road trippin’.
If you’ve ever imagined a California road trip you no doubt saw yourself and your friends in a convertible, top down, wind in your hair, shades on and smiles shining as brightly as the sun above.
But did you ever picture yourself taking in some of California’s majestic wine country? It’s easy to incorporate amazing wine regions into your route. And with the transport already sorted, it would just be rude not swing by at least one on your way. Check out these wine-oriented itineraries from the Wine Institute (it’s a pdf).
We’ve put together a picture gallery full of gorgeous images of Napa Valley too!
North Coast
The cooling breezes (or should we say winds) of the Pacific give the north the ideal climate for Pinot Noir and Chardonnay. Combine Sonoma County’s wine with San Fran, and Muir Woods National Park.
San Francisco Bay Area
Take in the thrilling scenery and wine of the Santa Cruz Mountains, Livermore Called and Half Moon Bay and discover why San Francisco’s a foodie’s paradise.
Napa Valley to the High Sierras
We all know the name – Napa Valley has a reputation for exquisite Cabernet Sauvignons. But did you know you can also pamper yourself at a hot spring or take an adventurous bike tour?
Central Coast
Highway 1 has got to be the quintessential American road trip. The good news is you don’t have to stray too far from the picturesque coast to see Sideways country.
Southern California
Heading to Hollywood? There’s more to Southern California than beaches, augmented appearances and Hollywood stars. Wine making’s been taking place here since the 1700s!
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