Persistence. Dedication. Hope. Just a few of the characteristics needed to create and sustain historic wineries in Napa Valley. Napa Wine Tours has selected a few Napa Valley historic wineries to share. Each with their own unique stories. Becoming a historic winery in Napa Valley was not easy. In the 1890’s vines were destroyed by the almost microscopic insect related to aphids, phylloxera. In 1920, Prohibition banned the production, sale, and transportation of liquids containing alcohol. Then, in 1929, the stock market crashed and the Great Depression began. In the late 1980’s through the 1990’s, phylloxera hit Napa Valley again with devastating effects. These are just a few of the obstacles these historic wineries have confronted and defeated. Charles Krug Winery Charles Krug immigrated from Prussia to the United States. In 1861 he established the first commercial winery. His determination, hard work, and creative thinking inspired others and by 1889, more than 140 wineries were founded. After his death in 1892 the winery became the property of James Moffitt until 1943 when Moffitt sold Charles Krug Winery to Cesare Mondavi. Today, Charles Krug Winery continues to thrive under Peter Mondavi and his family. Beringer Vineyards Jacob Beringer left his home in Germany and arrived in New York in 1868. The lure of California and Napa Valley captured more than his attention and in 1875 he and his brother purchased the land where they would plant their first vineyard. Beringer Vineyards was founded in 1876. Since 2001 Beringer has been designated as a historic district and is in the National Register for Historic Places. Today Beringer offers a variety of tours of their extensive, historic grounds along with tastings of their impeccable wines. Freemark Abbey The first woman on record to own a winery in Napa was Josephine Tychson. In 1886,
Persistence. Dedication. Hope. Just a few of the characteristics needed to create and sustain historic wineries in Napa Valley. Napa Wine Tours has selected a few Napa Valley historic wineries to share. Each with their own unique stories. Becoming a historic winery in Napa Valley was not easy. In the 1890’s vines were destroyed by…
With over 450 wineries in Napa Valley, events that bring together multiple wineries in one location is one way for visitors to experience as much as they can in one day. On Saturday, June 14th, Charles Krug Winery hosts the 19th Annual Taste of Howell Mountain. From 12pm to 5pm, ticket holders will be able to choose wines from 35 wineries creating wines from grapes grown in the Howell Mountain sub-appellation of Napa Valley. Participating Wineries include: Black Stallion Winery Current Releases include Red Blends, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, Pinot Noir, Zinfandel, Chardonnay, Rose, and Sauvignon Blanc. If you have an opportunity to visit the winery on another day, you’ll find comfortable outdoor seating with vineyard views. Bravante Vineyards Their estate-grown Howell Mountain wines include a selection of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Sauvignon Blanc. Make an appointment to visit the winery for a tasting and tour of their Howell Mountain estate which includes exploration of their vineyard and wine cave. CADE Winery Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon at it’s best! The winery offers a variety of experiences for tasting, tasting and tour, and the ultimate experience for small groups including both a tasting and tour and private lunch. Along with stunning wines, visitors will enjoy food pairings from winery chefs, and live music performed by the Hummingbirdz Blues Band. The afternoon begins with wine tasting, food pairings, and a silent auction, all until 3pm. From 3pm to 5pm, the wine tasting continues with dessert pairings and a live auction. Auction items include wine experiences at wineries, rare wines from select wineries, and exclusive dining and travel experiences. This year’s event is especially meaningful because it falls on the 30th anniversary of the Howell Mountain AVA. Proceeds from this special event benefit Howell Mountain Education Foundation.
With over 450 wineries in Napa Valley, events that bring together multiple wineries in one location is one way for visitors to experience as much as they can in one day. On Saturday, June 14th, Charles Krug Winery hosts the 19th Annual Taste of Howell Mountain. From 12pm to 5pm, ticket holders will be able…
