Amador County Wine Grape Growers Association Grapes

Amador County Wine Grape Growers, Inc. grapes

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Amador County has long been known for its distinctive Zinfandel grapes. Growers have discovered that other grape varietals produce award winning wines.

The French word ”terroir” describes a particular combination of the soil and climate that gives the grapes (therefore the Amador County Wine Grape Growers, Inc. Spring Vines wine) its flavor. The rocky soil and warm temperatures have made Amador County one of the ideal locations for Rhone varietals. The best of the Amador County Viogniers compete with the much sought after French Condrieus from the northern Rhone valley. Recently vintners have produced many wonderful Rousannes and Marsannes from Amador vineyards.

For a real treat try wines made from our Mourvedre grapes or the Spanish grape Tempranillo. Since most of the early settlers were of Italian descent it is only natural that many of the Italian varietals are strongly represented. Barbera grapes produce a red wine with significant structure can be that enjoyed immediately. Growers and vintners specializing in the elusive Sangiovese grape experimented with different clones until they found the right combination for the area. Try one! The five portuguese grapes that make up blends to produce a true port style wine do well in this climate and these ports are among the most sought after in our tasting rooms. The following is a partial list of grape varieties grown here:

Zinfandel

Syrah

Chardonnay

Pinotage

Primitivo

Sauvignon Blanc

Semillon

Orange Muscat

Cabernet Sauvignon

Cabernet Franc

Merlot

Sangiovese

Viognier

Mourvedre

Grenache

Aglianico

Black Muscat

Carignane

Chenin Blanc

Dolcetto

Mission

Muscat Canelli

Nebbiollo

Barbera

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	Amador County Wine Grape Growers Association PO Box 718 Plymouth, CA 95669 Phone (209)231-4318 info@AmadorWineGrapes.com
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