Wine 101: Shafer Vineyards

Early European vignerons noticed that grapevines thrived on hillsides. Sun exposure, cooling winds, and hard, mineral-rich soil all created the perfect environment for growing grapes. And though pioneering Napa Valley winemakers mimicked many European viticultural strategies, the first vineyards in the California region were planted on the valley floor. As the zone became more popular, up-and-coming producers continued to populate the bottom of the valley. That is, until John Shafer arrived. Today on the “Wine 101” podcast, Keith unravels the story of one of Napa’s first hillside vineyards. The article Wine 101: Shafer Vineyards appeared first on VinePair.