Napa Valley wines come in all sorts

Napa Valley wines are the best

It seems there’s hardly a state in the nation that doesn’t have its own vineyards and wineries these days. While it’s true that the grape will grow in all sorts of places, some places still produce better wine grapes than others, and it’s hard to beat Napa Valley wines in terms of quality. Not even the infamous California drought has been able to harm them.

Discerning tasters can detect the differences in terroir. The grapes grown on the valley floor are brighter and more ripe, with a heavier feel. Mountain grapes have more acidity and tannins. In addition, the soil on the mountain slopes tends to be less fertile. The stress this places on the vines also favors quality over quantity.

Superb Napa Valley wines from a St. Helena winery

Some of the best California wines come from Anderson’s Conn Valley Vineyards in Napa Valley. Just a 10-minute drive from downtown St. Helena, Anderson’s produces world-class wines at affordable prices. The vineyard is just south of Howell Mountain. The microclimate of Conn Valley is cooler than many other parts of the valley, although warmer than Howell Mountain itself, so the grapes they grow are closer to mountain grapes. At the vineyard, you have the chance to meet the owners and wine-makers and taste excellent wine stored in a cave.

Anderson’s Conn Valley Vineyards has been owned and operated by the Anderson family since 1983. Anderson’s wines are sold online and in five locations in Napa Valley. Order a bottle today.