Frommer's Portable California Wine Country

Book Description
Frommer's Portable Guides offer all the detailed information and insider advice of a Frommer's Complete Guide—but in a concise, pocket-sized format.

Perfect for the short-term traveler who insists on value and doesn't want to wade through or carry a full-size guidebook, this series selects the very best choices in all price categories and takes you straight to the top sights.

Lush, opulent pinot noir; rich, robust zinfandel; fruity, full-bodied Chardonnay—you can sample them all in Californias Napa and Sonoma Valleys, which together comprise one of the world's premier wine regions. Completely up-to-date, Frommer's Portable California Wine Country is a handy guide that will give you proven strategies for exploring the region. Our candid reviews of the top wineries will tell you which tours are worth your time and which wineries offer affordable bottles. You'll also get a beginner's guide to California wines: varietals, recommendations on recent vintages, tips on wine-tasting protocol (how to sniff, swish, and spit like a pro), tips on shipping, and much, much more.

FROM OUR EDITORS

Frommer's Portable guides are perfect for short trips, or for business travelers who need only the most crucial information about their destination. Frommer's guidebooks are packed with the essentials: maps, expert advice, and recommendations for the top places to eat, sleep, shop, and simply relax. Art, music, fine dining, and much more are covered in detail, with all costs, directions, and other vital information included.

FROM THE PUBLISHER

Frommer's Portable Guides offer all the detailed information and insider advice of a Frommer's Complete Guide--but in a concise, pocket-sized format.

Perfect for the short-term traveler who insists on value and doesn't want to wade through or carry a full-size guidebook, this series selects the very best choices in all price categories and takes you straight to the top sights.

Lush, opulent pinot noir; rich, robust zinfandel; fruity, full-bodied Chardonnay--you can sample them all in Californias Napa and Sonoma Valleys, which together comprise one of the world's premier wine regions. Completely up-to-date, Frommer's Portable California Wine Country is a handy guide that will give you proven strategies for exploring the region. Our candid reviews of the top wineries will tell you which tours are worth your time and which wineries offer affordable bottles. You'll also get a beginner's guide to California wines: varietals, recommendations on recent vintages, tips on wine-tasting protocol (how to sniff, swish, and spit like a pro), tips on shipping, and much, much more.

And when wine-tasting is done for the day, turn to our candid, complete reviews of the region's fabulous inns and restaurants!

SYNOPSIS

Your Guide to a World of Travel Experience

Experience a place the way the locals do. Enjoy the best it has to offer. And avoid tourist traps. Frommer's Portable Guides help you make the right travel choices. They're easy to carry–and carry an unbeatable price. Frommer's. Your guide to a world of travel experience.

Put the Best of California Wine Country in Your PocketOutspoken opinions on top attractions–what's worth your time and what's not.Exact prices, so you can plan the perfect trip no matter what your budget.The best hotels and restaurants in every price range, with candid reviews.The expert guidance you need to take charge and travel with confidence.