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<\/a><\/p>\nRead California Wine Institute\u2019s article below about\u00a06 Ways to Celebrate California Wine Month<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0this September and find out why wine can be important to our culture and our community.<\/p>\n 1. Sharing Wine Creates Connection<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Gathering around a table with friends to share a bottle of California wine cultivates a sense of togetherness and community. Play board games while you sip or simply hang out and connect. Need some great music to enhance the vibe? Check out California Grown\u2019s \u201cCalifornia Wine Nights<\/strong><\/a>\u201d playlist on Spotify.<\/p>\n 2. It\u2019s Sustainable<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 California is a world leader in sustainable farming practices. The vast majority of the state\u2019s wine \u2014 80% \u2014 is made by wineries certified under the California Sustainable Winegrowing Alliance\u2019s Certified California Sustainable Winegrowing (CCSW) program. Likewise, more than 60% of statewide winegrape acreage is certified under CCSW or to other California sustainability programs such as Fish Friendly Farming, LODI RULES, Napa Green and Sustainability in Practice (SIP) Certified.<\/p>\n Sustainable vineyards since 1996 at\u00a0Aloria Vineyards<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Sourcing their grapes 100% from their 52-acre vineyard, Aloria Vineyards controls the winemaking process from beginning to end to provide the best possible grapes for their wines.<\/p>\n 3. It\u2019s Fun to Buy at the Source<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 California hosts more than 4,800 wineries across the state, and with many tasting rooms open to the public, it\u2019s easy to try before you buy. Bonus: Wineries often sell tasting-room-only wines that can\u2019t be purchased anywhere else, and during California Wine Month, visitors can join in an array of fun, harvest-themed events and activities.<\/p>\n 4. There\u2019s a Wine for Everyone<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Home to diverse soils, microclimates and topography, California grows more than 100 different grape varieties. That means there\u2019s a California wine for every palate, whether you lean toward crisp and refreshing styles or prefer rich and robust wines.<\/p>\n Hovey Wine<\/a><\/strong>\u2013 From a delightful sparkling Chardonnay to a luscious and gorgeous Barbera, Hovey has a nice selection of wines. Also check,\u00a0Milliare Winery<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0for a wonderful Reisling and\u00a0Gossamer Cellars<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0for unique and adventurous winegrape varietals.<\/p>\n 5. It\u2019s Made for Food<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Just as California leads the nation in wine production, it is also the source of much of the country\u2019s fresh fruits and vegetables. In addition, California wines pair with everything from Sonoma Coast oysters to Santa Maria tri-tip. For recipes, grab a free copy of the \u201cIconic California Dishes to Celebrate California Wine Month\u201d e-book. Sign up for Visit California\u2019s weekly travel inspiration e-newsletter starting on Aug. 20 to get yours.<\/p>\n Val du Vino<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Nestled at the edge of Main Street in downtown Murphys, Val du Vino is the only working winery on Main Street. Every so often you can see the magic happening while you enjoy Rhone, Italian, and Spanish estate varietals grown right here in Calaveras.<\/p>\n 6. It Supports Local Farmers<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Most of the wine produced in the United States comes from California, which is home to more than 620,000 acres of vineyards. When you choose California wine, your purchase supports thousands of farmers across the state.<\/p>\n Tanner Vineyards<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0\u2013 Their roots in winemaking date back to the 1800s making them the oldest winemaking family to come to Calaveras. Great-grandfather, Angelo Sciaccaluga, emigrated from Italy and became the first licensed winemaker in Calaveras County, California. Believe us when we say, these folks know how to grow and make wine.<\/p>\n Do you love lavender and family-run wineries? Be sure to stop into\u00a0Locke Vineyards<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0for an all-around beautiful wine experience in their vineyard and lavender garden.<\/p>\n Can you stay a few days? We\u2019d love to have you! Find local\u00a0lodging<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0here or give us a call at the Calaveras Visitors Bureau at 209-736-0049. We\u2019d love to hear from you!<\/p>\n<\/a> <\/p>\n<\/a> <\/p>\n<\/a> <\/p>\n<\/a><\/p>\n<\/a> <\/p>\n<\/a> <\/p>\n<\/a><\/p>\n<\/a><\/p>\n<\/a><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/a><\/a><\/figure>\n<\/a><\/figure>\n<\/a><\/figure>\n<\/a><\/figure>\n