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Book Angwin and Howell Mountain

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  • Author : Katharine Van Arsdale
  • Publisher : Arcadia Publishing
  • Release : 2021-03
  • ISBN : 1467106259
  • Pages : 128 pages

Download or read book Angwin and Howell Mountain written by Katharine Van Arsdale and published by Arcadia Publishing. This book was released on 2021-03 with total page 128 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Just a few miles east of St. Helena, Howell Mountain overlooks the Napa Valley. The mountain's mild Mediterranean climate and extensive forests have drawn people for thousands of years. From the Wappo people to Spanish explorers and Mexican Californios, the region has a rich history. In the 1880s, the mountain was a popular place to establish health resorts like the Rural Health Retreat, which later became St. Helena Hospital. Cornish immigrant Edwin Angwin also opened a resort that hosted visitors such as author Ambrose Bierce. When Angwin retired in 1909, he sold his land to the Seventh-day Adventist Church. That year, Pacific Union College opened on the old resort grounds; the college has been the hub of the tiny town of Angwin ever since. Today, Howell Mountain is one of the most prized wine appellations in the world, and Angwin remains a quiet, rural village in the midst of wine country. It is surrounded by conservation easements and Land Trust of Napa County preserves, making it a unique community in this setting.

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  • Publisher : Univ of California Press
  • Release :
  • ISBN : 0520949595
  • Pages : 321 pages

Download or read book written by and published by Univ of California Press. This book was released on with total page 321 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Lucia Abreu Vineyard Howell Mountain Conversion Project

Download or read book Lucia Abreu Vineyard Howell Mountain Conversion Project written by Analytical Environmental Services and published by . This book was released on 2013 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Proposed forest conversion project located on Howell Mountain, near Angwin, Calif., would convert 17 acres of forest, brush and grassland to vineyard. The DEIR examines the potential adverse environmental impacts of the project and describes reasonable and feasible project alternatives.

Book California Wine Country

Download or read book California Wine Country written by John Doerper and published by Random House Digital, Inc.. This book was released on 2004 with total page 369 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book The Vineyards in Napa County

Download or read book The Vineyards in Napa County written by E. C. Priber and published by . This book was released on 1893 with total page 76 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Moon Napa   Sonoma

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  • Author : Elizabeth Linhart Veneman
  • Publisher : Moon Travel
  • Release : 2017-07-03
  • ISBN : 1631214667
  • Pages : 601 pages

Download or read book Moon Napa Sonoma written by Elizabeth Linhart Veneman and published by Moon Travel. This book was released on 2017-07-03 with total page 601 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Make Your Escape with Moon Travel Guides! Incomparable wines, award-winning cuisine, rolling hills, and historic towns: discover the heart of California wine country with Moon Napa & Sonoma. Strategic itineraries, from a romantic weekend getaway to a week exploring the whole region In-depth coverage of Napa Valley and Southern and Northern Sonoma, with a bonus chapter on San Francisco Full-color, vibrant photos and detailed maps throughout The best winery tours to fit your taste and timeline, and a guide to classic California wines and where to find them Must-see attractions and off-beat ideas for making the most of your trip: Sample Cabs, Pinots, and Chardonnays on the Napa Valley Wine Train, or exclusive varietals at a unique family-owned vineyard. Explore the forests and farms of the lush Russian River Valley, the historic charms of downtown Sonoma, or the hip revitalization of Guerneville. Soak in hot springs at a luxurious spa, or spend a day rafting, hiking, or even hot-air ballooning. Indulge in fresh produce at a farmers market, splurge on Michelin-starred restaurants, and enjoy a night of dancing at a trendy jazz bar Honest advice from Bay Area native Elizabeth Linhart Veneman on when to go and where to stay, from upscale resorts and "glamping" yurts, to budget motels and family-friendly campgrounds Recommendations for visitors with disabilities, traveling with kids, and exploring wine country on a budget Tips for getting around safely by car or public transportation Thorough background on the culture, environment, wildlife, and history, plus a glossary of common wine terminology With Moon's local insight, diverse activities, and expert tips on experiencing the best of Napa and Sonoma, you can plan your trip your way! Exploring more of the Golden State? Try Moon California. Hitting the road? Try Moon Pacific Coast Highway Road Trip.

Book The New California Wine

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  • Author : Jon Bonné
  • Publisher : Ten Speed Press
  • Release : 2013-11-05
  • ISBN : 1607743000
  • Pages : 306 pages

Download or read book The New California Wine written by Jon Bonné and published by Ten Speed Press. This book was released on 2013-11-05 with total page 306 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A comprehensive guide to the must-know wines and producers of California's "new generation," and the story of the iconoclastic young winemakers who have changed the face of California viniculture in recent years. The New California Wine is the untold story of the California wine industry: the young, innovative producers who are rewriting the rules of contemporary winemaking; their quest to express the uniqueness of California terroir; and the continuing battle to move the state away from the overly-technocratic, reactionary practices of its recent past. Jon Bonné writes from the front lines of the California wine revolution, where he has access to the stories, philosophies, and techniques of top producers. In this groundbreaking debut, Bonné paints an unflinching portrait of the current state of the industry: its strengths and shortcomings, its essential wines and those not worth pursuing. Lush full-color photographs, as well as a region-by-region tour of some of California’s lesser-known growing areas, reveal the people and places behind the bottles. Finally, a comprehensive purchasing reference lists all the must-know producers and their best wines, making The New California Wine an essential resource for finding and buying the very best the state has to offer.

Book Hiking California s Wine Country

Download or read book Hiking California s Wine Country written by Bubba Suess and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2020-04-10 with total page 331 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Hiking California's Wine Country covers 67 hikes in the area for hikers of all abilities. Up-to-date trail information and miles and directions will be featured throughout, as well as sidebars on local culture, trivia, and wildlife. GPS coordinates are available for all trailheads.

Book Moon Northern California

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  • Author : Elizabeth Linhart Veneman
  • Publisher : Moon Travel
  • Release : 2016-02-16
  • ISBN : 1631211544
  • Pages : 682 pages

Download or read book Moon Northern California written by Elizabeth Linhart Veneman and published by Moon Travel. This book was released on 2016-02-16 with total page 682 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This full-color guide includes vibrant photos and easy-to-use maps to help with trip planning. Northern California residents Elizabeth Linhart Veneman and Christopher Arns cover the best that Northern California has to offer, from day hikes in awe-inspiring Yosemite Valley to rest and relaxation at the spas and vineyards of Wine Country. To help travelers plan their trip, Veneman and Arns also offer a number of unique itinerary ideas, such as as "Best Day Trips," "Best Road Trips," and "Best Outdoor Adventures." With expert advice on finding the tastiest food in the Bay Area, exploring the charming Monterey and Carmel, and getting to Gold Country ghost towns, Moon Northern California gives travelers the tools they need to create a more personal and memorable experience.

Book Napa at Last Light

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  • Author : James Conaway
  • Publisher : Simon & Schuster
  • Release : 2019-04-16
  • ISBN : 1501128469
  • Pages : 336 pages

Download or read book Napa at Last Light written by James Conaway and published by Simon & Schuster. This book was released on 2019-04-16 with total page 336 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The New York Times bestselling author of Napa tells the captivating story of how the Napa Valley region transformed into an extraordinary engine of commerce, glamour, and an outsized version of the American dream—and how it could be lost—in “a strong plea for responsible stewardship of the land” (Kirkus Reviews). Not so long ago, wine was an exclusively European product. Now it is thoroughly American; emblematic of Napa Valley, an area idealized as the epicenter of great wines and foods and a cultural tourist destination. But James Conaway’s candid book tells the other side of the romanticized story. Napa at Last Light reveals the often shadowy side of the latter days of Napa Valley—marked by complex personal relationships, immense profits, passionate beliefs, and sometimes desperate struggles to prevail. In the balance hang fortunes and personal relationships made through hard work and manipulation of laws, people, and institutions. Napans who grew up trusting in the beneficence of the “vintner” class now confront the multinational corporations who have stealthily subsumed the old family landmarks and abandoned the once glorious conviction that agriculture is the best use of the land. Hailed as the definitive Napa writer, Conaway has spent decades covering the region. Napa at Last Light showcases the greed, enviable profits, legacy, and tradition that still collide in this compelling story. The area is still full of dreamers, but of opposing sorts: those longing for a harmonious society based upon the vine, and self-styled overlords yearning for wealth and the special acclaim only fine wine can bring. Bets are still out on what the future holds. “This is a stunning and sad look at how an idyllic community became a victim of its own success…fascinating and well-researched” (Publishers Weekly, starred review).

Book The American Mercury

Download or read book The American Mercury written by Henry Louis Mencken and published by . This book was released on 1925 with total page 532 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book The American Mercury

Download or read book The American Mercury written by and published by . This book was released on 1925 with total page 536 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Book Napa County

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  • Author : Todd L. Shulman
  • Publisher : Arcadia Publishing
  • Release : 2009-09-28
  • ISBN : 1439638187
  • Pages : 132 pages

Download or read book Napa County written by Todd L. Shulman and published by Arcadia Publishing. This book was released on 2009-09-28 with total page 132 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The rich history of Napa County spans from the first indigenous American Indians through the Spanish mission period; from the first pioneer white settlers and Gold Rush forty-niners, to the agricultural and viticulture gold rush, and into the tourist destination it is today. As soon as postcards came into being, the enterprising business and resort owners in Napa County began using them to advertise and promote Napa as a destination resort. It is through these windows into the past, sent across the country and the world by visitors and residents alike, that we get a glimpse into life in the Napa Valley during the last century.

Book Napa Wine

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  • Author : Charles L. Sullivan
  • Publisher : Board and Bench Publishing
  • Release : 2008-10-01
  • ISBN : 093266444X
  • Pages : 511 pages

Download or read book Napa Wine written by Charles L. Sullivan and published by Board and Bench Publishing. This book was released on 2008-10-01 with total page 511 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Charles Sullivan's Napa Wine: A History, is the engaging story of the rise to prominence of what many believe to be the greatest winegrowing area in the Western hemisphere. This new edition completes that picture, bringing to light more than a decade of dramatic changes and shifted norms visited upon the valley, from pholoxera-wasted vineyards to High Court-officiated territorial battles, told in a rousing, transportive narrative. Beginning in 1817 with the movement of Spanish missions into the San Francisco Bay area, Sullivan winds his way through the great wine boom of the late 19th-century, the crippling effect of Prohibition, and Napa's rise out of its havoc to its eventual rivaling of Bordeaux in the judgments of 1976 and 2006. Published in cooperation with the Napa Valley Wine Library, the book includes historic maps, charts of vineyard ownership, and vintages from the 1880s to present.

Book Fodor s California 2011

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  • Author : Fodor's
  • Publisher : Fodors Travel Publications
  • Release : 2010-11-02
  • ISBN : 1400004853
  • Pages : 949 pages

Download or read book Fodor s California 2011 written by Fodor's and published by Fodors Travel Publications. This book was released on 2010-11-02 with total page 949 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Detailed and timely information on accommodations, restaurants and local attractions highlight these updated travel guides, which feature all-new covers, a dramatic visual design, symbols to indicate budget options, must-see ratings, multi-day itineraries, Smart Travel Tips, helpful bulleted maps, tips on transportation, guidelines for shopping excursions and other valuable features. Original.