3 Great Destinations for Wine Tasting
If you are a wine connoisseur, or simply enjoy trying new tipples, you may be considering visiting destinations which are great for wine tasting so you can enjoy this popular drink in the amazing surroundings that it comes from.
Here are 3 great destinations for wine tasting that you might like to add to your holiday wish list.
Mosel Valley – Germany
Vineyards are often located with beautiful backdrops, but Mosel Valley in Germany looks like it has come straight out of a fairytale due to its stunning combination of castles, hills, and a flowing river.
The wines that this region has to offer is one of the main reasons that people visit here, and if you book your trip in the late summer you will be sure to see the fall harvest which many towns celebrate with wine festivals.
Those who love to hike can walk up to Calmont-Klettersleig, Europe's steepest vineyards, and admire the amazing views from the top.
Sonoma County – California, USA
Despite producing prestigious wines, Sonoma County is not a tourist hotspot so you can visit this wine tasting destination without having to battle against crowds of people.
With 400 wineries to discover, Sonoma County is just an hour's drive from San Francisco and offers fantastic pinot noirs and chardonnays among others.
You'll also love the scenery which is made up of redwood forests and rugged coastlines, plus there are plenty of opportunities for walking and cycling if you need a break from trying wines!
Central Otago – New Zealand
Stunning scenery is definitely a theme here, and you might have spotted the gorgeous rivers, valleys, and snow-capped mountains of Central Otago, New Zealand's highest wine-growing region, in the Lord of the Rings films.
Harvest time in New Zealand is late March and April, so this is the best time to head here, especially if you love pinot noirs, pinot gris, and riesling.
We hope that we have inspired you to visit one of these 3 great destinations for wine tasting so you can follow your love of wine around the world.