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Winemakers by the score are discovering the bounty of Lake County’s agriculturally rich valley, which surrounds ancient Clear Lake and the rocky red volcanic soil around Mt. Konocti, a dormant volcano in the Pacific Rim chain. The first Lake County vineyards were planted in the 1870s. By 1900 Lake County wines were winning awards in international competition, and the region was earning a reputation for producing some of the world’s greatest wines.

Included in California’s prestigious North Coast American Viticultural Area, Lake County is a region whose quality can stand on its own. Unique geographical factors such as the microclimates, soil types, and Clear Lake all contribute to the growing of outstanding grapes. Our fine wines and quality fruit are rapidly re-establishing Lake County’s reputation for producing excellent wines. Lake County wines are consistent award winners at major wine competitions and have been enjoyed at the White House.

Tasting Notes:

The Guenoc Lake County Petite Sirah has intense aromas of red raspberry, licorice and baked blueberries.  The wine has a medium body with melt in your mouth tannins and layers of spicy complexity.  A refreshing acidity on the palate contributes to an extraordinary long finish which echoes the delicious flavors throughout.

Wine Facts:

Appellation: Lake County