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As the wines produced in Napa Valley continues to grow in prestige, joining the ranks of the best in Italy and France, so does the expansion of industry tourism in this region. Its history as a district of wine production dates back to early 19th century. Later that century, there were over 140 different wineries, each offering its own product. Today, with over 340 wineries in Napa is considered among the best of (the AVA American Viticultural Areas). Touring a vineyard is a great way to spend a day on vacation in California.

A hugely diverse range of grapes produced in the Napa Valley. Specialties include Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Merlot and Tempranillo. The owners of the vineyards are in production have become an art form, spending countless hours researching methods of cultivation in the search for the perfect grape. In fact, most producers of grapes of several in each wine to produce a mixture of all the Valley.

The visit of the vineyard average takes from one to two hours, and usually cost about twenty-five dollars. Gait through a vineyard is one of the most tranquil experiences California has to offer. You are immediately confronted by the sweet scent of crushed grapes, a sublime scent. Every sense pleasures, with birds singing in their ears and majestic views playing before their eyes.

One of the most famous wine is the Beringer winery. The oldest continuously operating vineyard in Napa (and the first to offer tours to the public), Beringer has been declared a historic district on the National Register of Historic Places. The winery is open daily, except Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year.

The Vineyard was founded by Jacob Beringer, a German immigrant who left life in Europe in search of opportunities in the New World. After landing in New York, Beringer went almost immediately to points west, lured by reports that the weather in California stood in producing fantastic grapes. Although he had only minimal experience, I knew that this would be his life long. Through perseverance and hard work, was able to transform the desert into paradise, resulting in the birth of Beringer Vineyards.

Numerous buildings in the entire mixture to perfection vineyards in the countryside, providing a historical context to the grapes growing around you. Some have been here for over 100 years, a testament to product quality is vineyard. Many buildings also contain examples of art produced in the region.

Beringer offers a number of different travel options. Beginners should start with "Introducing Beringer Tour. This is also the only visit to the cellar open to children under 21 years. It highlights different moments in the history of 129 years of Beringer. Other options include the Historic District Tour, the Tour Legacy Vintage, and taste of Beringer Tour. Whatever you choose, ending in the former wine tasting Attorneys.

Whether you choose Beringer or any of the finest vineyards in Napa Valley, you can be sure to have a great experience to wander through the tranquil setting. That a Napa vineyard tour is an important moment of his time in California.

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