Wine Country Getaways

If you are planning a trip to California and want to take in some of the wine country, then this site should be your first stop. It recommends specific wineries along various driving routes in Northern California. These travelogs have been well researched from 30 years of personal experience and provide the visitor with information on interesting wineries to visit.


When researching featured wineries, several criteria are considered. Tasting room atmosphere is very important, whilst the winery must provide something unique and of course the wine must be excellent, unusual or good value.


For the holiday maker who is pushed for time, head for Quick Getaways, when you only have half a day to spare.


Tasting Room Guide tells you what to expect with tasting tips and buying wine from the winery. There are even suggestions of the best places to picnic at wineries along the way.


You will also find information on storing wine, glasses and book reviews.