Placer Wine Country

Placer Wine Country

Smith Vineyard

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Try the 2008 Primativo - spicy, black pepper, complexity, a real treat. On Saturdays, they have live music to go along with great wine tasting. Gary and Christina Smith continue the fine art of winemaking and vineyard tending, which Gary’s father began with his three sons. Now with three sons of their own, the Smiths handcraft small lots of classic varietals such as Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Primitivo, Syrah and Chardonnay from their 10-acre certified organic vineyard near Grass Valley, CA.

Mt. Vernon Winery

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Mt. Vernon Vineyard and Winery is a small, family-owned and operated winery nestled in the grassy foothills of Auburn, California. The Taylor family transforms Sierra Foothills grapes into outstanding, lush aromatic wines, featuring riveting fruit flavors that are fit for a president.

The winery provides a majestic view and a relaxing atmosphere. Regarded as the largest winery in Placer County since Prohibition, Mt. Vernon offers an exceptional selection of wines and unique blends that are sure to captivate the taste buds.

Established in 1996, Mt. Vernon is pioneering the production of various foothill grapes, including Old Vine Zinfandel, Syrah Port, Barbera, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Gold Country Nectar, and a Sur-lie aged barrel-fermented Chardonnay that is joining the Mt. Vernon collection.

Photo courtesy of photographer Randy Caparoso 

Wise Villa Winery

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The owner spent a lot of time on us explaining his wines and the winery's history. To be fair, there were not very many other customers. Still, he kept us entertained and conversed with us for well over an hour. We felt very welcome.Love how they work with their grapes. You know! if they promise me a bottle of the Sangiovese that I barrel-tasted today, I would probably give them another star.  Image Aglianico Grape Clusters Courtesy of Randy Caparoso

Rancho Roble Vineyards

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Rancho Roble Vineyards specializes in growing fine wine grapes and producing exquisite wines. The vineyard also offers wine tours, allowing guests to take in the exceptional views of the Sierra Foothills, creating a fun, relaxing, and enjoyable experience. Visitors can enjoy the peaceful atmosphere by the pond, play a game of bocce, or relax in the shade with a glass of wine in hand. There are picnic tables available for those who wish to bring a lunch or snacks that pair well with the outstanding wines.

History
Established in 2003, Rancho Roble Vineyards is a family-owned winery with deep roots in grape growing and winemaking. The Syrah vineyard, planted in 1999, and two Barbera vineyards, planted in 2000, consistently produce luscious fruit year after year. The Barbera grape was chosen for its rich history in the area, as it was originally introduced to Placer County by the 49ers during the 19th-century Gold Rush. This varietal thrives in the soils and oak savannah micro-climate of the Placer County Sierra Foothills, where Rancho Roble Vineyards and Winery are located. The current owners acquired the vineyards and winery at the beginning of 2015, continuing to operate under the name "Rancho Roble Vineyards LLC." They plan to expand the business, enhance the wine menu, and improve property features while increasing the regular hours of operation. It remains a family-run and family-owned winery with significant potential.

 

Lone Buffalo Vineyards

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Lone Buffalo Vineyards, launched in 2007 in Auburn, CA is the culmination of owner and winemaker Phil Maddux’s thirty-five year passion for wine making. The buffalo's power and resilience in the face of encroaching civilization symbolizes hope and renewal for humanity and harmony among all people. Here in the Sierra foothills, Lone Buffalo Vineyards symbolizes this same hope and renewal with its contribution to the re-emergence of the wine-making tradition in Placer County.

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