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Sac Bee's Mike Dunne Reviews Placer County Wines

**New Lone Buffalo

Madera County Pawnee Tawny

“..Pawnee Tawny is, a luscious dessert wine made with traditional Portuguese grape varieties fermented, fortified and aged with customary Portuguese techniques.”

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Wise Villa

2009 Sierra Foothills Cabernet Sauvignon

“...It would be considered a stylish cabernet sauvignon from anywhere in the state, but exceptional for the foothills, which could explain why it got best-of-class for the region at this summer's California State Fair commercial wine competition.”

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Lone Buffalo

2008 Where the Buffalo Roam

"...it's bright and juicy, with just a touch of peppery spice. Its build is sinewy, its texture supple, its tannins softer than buffalo hide."

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Vina Castellano

2005 Placer County Tempranillo

"...Viña Castellano Vineyard 2005 Placer County Tempranillo, is a big and richly flavored take on the varietal with a round build, tolerable tannins and an intriguing spiciness."

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Casque

Le Casque 2009 Amador County Calotte Blanc

"...2009 Calotte Blanc is a delightfully refreshing and willful blend of viognier, roussanne, vermentino and marsanne."

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Welcome to The Placer County Wine Trail!
~ Open Every Weekend ~

The Placer County Wine Trail is a series of small family-run boutique wineries each dedicated to preserving the historic winemaking legacy of the California Sierra Foothills with passion and craftsmanship.

Just a short 30 minute drive from Sacramento, the trail runs from Lincoln to Newcastle and Auburn and is easily accessible from I-80 and Highway 49.

Varietals include the highly floral Viognier to dark-berried Tempranillo and lush Barbera as just some of the samplings. Other award winning wines include smoky and spiced Syrahs, Petite Sirah and adventurous blends. Cabernet Franc and flavor-intense Zinfandel and dessert wine offerings provide plentiful options for every taste and occasion.

Located midway between San Francisco and Lake Tahoe, many flock here for a pleasure not found in other appellations – the chance to meet the winemakers. They gladly share their enthusiasm with a sample of their finest.

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Upcoming Regional Wine & Food Events

Special Events at Member Wineries

Dip Wars
Casque Wines
February 3
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Valentine Sweets & Treats Lone Buffalo
Feb. 10 - 12
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Cupid and Chardonnay - Valentines Party at Wise Villa
Feb. 11; 5 - 8 PM
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Valentine's and President Weekends
Secret Ravine Winery celebrates a new release
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Chocolate pairing Valentine Event
Fortezza Winery
Sat. & Sun. 11th and 12th
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Chocolates & Sweets
Valentines Weekend  at Pescatore Winery
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Sweets for your Sweetie.....
Ciotti/Cristaldi/Popie
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Valentine Wine and Chocolate weekend @ Bonitata
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Barbera & Chocolate
Rancho Roble
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2012 Wine Trail Events

August - Grape Days of Summer

December - Holidays in the Hills

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