However, a lesser known, yet equally majestic corner of the Golden State lies only a mere nineteen miles (30 kilometers) away in Fairfield, California. Visit these California organizations and wineries that partner with Wine Trail Traveler.When most folks hear the words Wine Country, Napa Valley immediately comes to mind. Frank and Liz like to blend the wines.Įnjoy a visit to a century old, Victorian style home where you can taste quality wines produced by the Vezér Family Vineyards. It was interesting to discover what changes a winemaker can make by blending the right amounts of wine and the right wines.
The final taste offered a fruit taste and more of a full-bodied feel. This was followed with the addition of Zinfandel and again the aroma and taste changed. Frank added a little Merlot and the wine changed some. This wine was still young with a light vegetative taste.
First he added a Cabernet Sauvignon to our wine glass. We had the opportunity to do a barrel tasting with Frank. Pinot Grigio 2007 had a crisp aroma while the taste had citrus nuances with a bit of mango. The smooth taste offered nuances of grapefruit and tropical fruits. The Sauvignon Blanc 2007 had a citrus aroma. The tasting fee is refunded with the purchase of one bottle of wine. A restaurant-styled wine menu has tasting notes. Selections of wines are displayed on a wall wine rack. Inside the Blue Victorian, the tasting room offers a warm ambiance with a tasting counter, round wood tables and chairs. On the day of our visit Gary Galleron the winemaker, was pressing grapes. There are a number of stainless steel tanks. The barrel room has a high apex ceiling with large chandeliers adding a wonderful atmosphere. When the doors are open, the arches frame the vineyards that are picture perfect. Large, tall double doors with arches provide space for moving equipment. This building is also in a Victorian style with blue siding and white trim. The barrel room is located in a separate building behind the Blue Victorian. Grape varietals include Primativio and Sauvignon Blanc. The house is surrounded by 13 acres of vineyards. White trim emphasizes the light blue siding while the white porch adds to the ambiance of the home. Built 100 years ago, in 1909, the Victorian style house features a steeply pitched roof. Frank and Liz Vezér purchased the house in 2007 and turned it into a tasting room. The Blue Victorian site is home to a tasting room and barrel room. The blue structure offers a lovely ambiance both on the outside and inside. Tall palm trees lead along the driveway to the house which is easy to spot from the distance.
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