There aren't many vacations as exciting to the palate as wine country tours. These dreamy yet fascinating vacations offer you the chance to thrill your taste buds with an assortment of California wine individually paired with fresh foods of the region.

Whether you have a partiality for Pinot Noir, a penchant for Pinot Grigio or a soft spot for Shiraz, wine country tours can help you enjoy all of your favorites, as well as learn to love new wines - all with the benefit of experienced tour guides.

Great wine guides can share large amounts of information in engaging ways. They can explain growing, fermenting and aging. They can also guide you towards the best foods to pair with your wine, so that both the flavor of the wine and the cuisine is enhanced.

The highest quality wine country tours give users the chance to try many different varieties. A new visitor unfamiliar with the multiple subtle flavors will be given a chance to taste the differences. This will allow one to made an educated decision as to their likes and dislikes. For safety purposes, these packages should include full transportation from your lodging to each of the vineyards.

On your tour of the vineyards, make note of the wines you like best. Also, inquire about the possibility of joining a wine club. A wine club can be set up in various ways. Sometimes, the winery offers discounts for buying cases of your favorite vintage. Other times, the club's membership guarantees that you have first rights to new offerings. Regardless of the type of the club, it is in your best interest to investigate the possibilities.

California wineries offer a variety of educational opportunities and tasting possibilities. They also provide fantastic views and gorgeous scenery. The beautiful hills of grape vines and fruit orchards make beautiful and romantic settings for an outing. Consider a picnic. Don't miss the opportunity to experience the scenery on wine country tours. During the summer, don't pass up the wine caves for a cooler experience. Both Napa Valley and Sonoma County offer delicious California wine and exciting new worlds for their visitors. Discover the new experiences that are awaiting you.

Wine country tours are a great way to satisfy your taste buds while having a romantic or educational opportunity to expand your knowledge of the vast array of California wines. You can enjoy exquisite restaurants that feature wonderful local and fresh ingredients to accompany your wine selection. On your tour of the vineyards, make note of the wines you like best. Also, inquire about the possibility of joining a wine club. A club can be set up in various ways. Sometimes, the winery offers discounts for buying cases of your favorite vintage. Other times, the club's membership guarantees that you have first rights to new offerings.