A Napa Chardonnay and Cabernet sauvignon took top place in both categories. Today, there are currently over wineries operating in Napa Valley. With increased quality of wines and number of wineries, different challenges have appeared.
These include land cost, climate change, soil erosion, water quality and labour costs. It could be argued that climate change is the single largest challenge of the modern era by increasing the risk of drought and wild fires. To be proactive, some farmers have chosen to replant varietals that are better suited to the changing climate in an era of global warming.
Following is a description of the main varietals planted in Napa. Typical Napa Cabernet has nice soft ripe tannins and is deeply coloured. Notes of black currant, black cherry and spice from oak aging are often present. Chardonnay would be the next most important varietal.
Due to the varied micro climates of Napa, there are many styles of Chardonnay being made. These may include a buttery rich oaked style with tropical fruits and caramel notes or a crisp, lean unoaked wine with flavours of apple, pear and citrus fruits.
This varietal which was used for blending has similar characteristics to Cabernet apart from being softer in tannin and having more body and less structure than Cabernet.
This grape however can produce fantastic wines on its own. Both areas are influenced by Pacific Ocean cool breezes and fog which help to maintain acidity while keeping soft tannins and producing soft red fruit on the palate.
The more variable temperatures in the hills produce smaller berries, which in turn add color and tannin to the wines. Due to higher tannins, these wines generally become more lithe and supple after at least 5 to 10 years in the bottle.
This website uses cookies. Welcome Wine Region Makers Experience. You've Got to Have the Right Climate When it comes to producing great wine, you must start with growing great grapes. The Quality of Napa's Soils Many different soil types are suited for Cabernet Sauvignon, but ultimately what's important is good drainage and not too much soil fertility. Wines from the Valley Floor Lush and Refined Flavors Blueberry, ripe plum, black cherry, licorice, mocha and violet or mint.
Features If you're into lush Cabernet Sauvignon wines with a dominance of fruit flavors, then these Napa Valley AVAs are likely to make you very happy. Wines from the Hillsides Dusty and Bold Flavors Black currant, black cherry, wild berry, spice box, anise, espresso, cedar and sage. Features If you're into bold, smoky and mineral-driven Cabernet with good structure or tannins , then the hillside AVAs of Napa are likely to make you happy.
With all those wineries, where can you put them all in such a small area? Well, the vineyards elevations can range quite drastically - anywhere from sea level to 2, feet. This takes incredible skill to understand how the grapes can grow in those different areas. This is the moment that little ole Napa Valley, California wines got themselves on the map and taken seriously in the wine world! Once word got around how beautiful the valley was and how stunning the views were from nearly every vineyard, the people started flocking.
In recent years, they welcome nearly 5 million visitors each year. With its rich history and family legacies rooted in from the late s, Napa Valley is no stranger to unique architecture. They are typically in castle-like structures that give a feel of a true Victorian age that is hidden in the midst of California.
Although we would like to think we could just spend the whole day sipping on our favorite wines, fresh from the vineyard, Napa Valley has so much more to offer. Between hot air balloon rides, diverse cuisines, and music festivals - there is something for everyone in Napa Valley.
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