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An appellation is a geographical indication used to identify where the grapes for a wine were grown. The rules that govern appellations are dependent on the country in which the . . . More from Wikapedia

Appellation America - If there was any concept that could be concluded from our tasting of Napa Valley wines it was this: There’s a quiet evolution taking place in the Napa Valley. Some producers have taken up the cudgel of terroir-driven wines.The wines are beginning to be ratcheted back through various means both in the cellar and in the vineyard . . . more on this story

Understanding Wine Labels - The label on a bottle of wine undergoes more regulatory and creative scrutiny than perhaps any label on any other commodity. After a design is created and selected . . . more on this article.

Napa Valley | Tours

Napa Wine Train

Your guide to the best of Napa Valley

Napa River Adventures - Napa River Adventures offers relaxing, fun, guided river tours along the Napa River. All cruises are aboard our luxurious, electric-motor launches, which comfortably seat up to 11 passengers. Seating is limousine-style and the wrap-around windows provide panoramic views from every seat. Guests are encouraged to bring a picnic, beverages and snacks to enjoy during their cruise. Your two-hour cruise begins in the wetlands at the Kennedy Park Dock. As we travel north through historic downtown Napa and you will be able to see remnants of our past and understand how present changes will affect the future of Napa. Depending on the tides and time permitting, we also pass COPIA. As we proceed south into the surrounding wetlands, the many species of birds provide topics of interest and are beautiful elements in the sweeping vistas of the Napa Valley.