Five Great California Wine and Snow Country Road Trips

Wine Tasting and Winter Sports Make the Perfect Pairing

SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 11, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Heading to the slopes this winter? Although a glass of California wine by the fire is blissful after a day of skiing or snowboarding, why not also experience the places where that wine is made?

Many winter resort enthusiasts in California add to their adventures by pairing a wine country day trip with their getaway. Whether on the way to or from great snow destinations like Lake Tahoe, Mammoth, Bear Valley, Big Bear and Yosemite National Park, or even during a trip, there are many great wine regions to savor.

California's High Sierra "Gold Rush" country is where the world comes to play, where one can admire spectacular snow-capped mountains while sipping a glass of California wine. Wine lovers can also enjoy the nearby wine regions and wines of the Sierra Foothills and Inland Valleys as well as Southern California, which offers some surprising high altitude vineyards as well as great ski spots.  Although the vines are dormant, winter is a good time to visit because with the hectic bustle of harvest complete, one has a good chance of meeting the winemakers.

To help inspire wine lovers to add more flavor to their winter getaways, Wine Institute—with the help of some winter fun-loving winemakers and growers—suggests these five wine and snow country road trip ideas. For more inspiration on California wines and wine regions go to www.discovercaliforniawines.com.

About Wine Institute
Wine Institute is the association of 1,000 California wineries and wine-related businesses dedicated to enhancing the environment for the responsible production, consumption and enjoyment of wine. Each year, 21 million tourists visit wine regions throughout the state to explore and enjoy the wines, the cuisine and cultural offerings associated with California's signature industry.  

SOURCE Wine Institute

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