miles wrote:
> jim_reynolds wrote:
>
> > Yeah, I suppose that is an important bit of information...
> > Anything/everything is on the table. I'm a bit of a Zin nut, and love
> > the wines from Ridge, Martinelli amongst others, so does Sonoma/Napa
> > makes sense as a starting point? Too cliched/touristy? Full disclosure,
> > I'm far from an expert oenophile (to call me a novice would be
> > generous), so looking to the pros for some advice.
>
> Sonoma and Napa are major tourist areas especially Napa. When I travel
> there I still go wine tasting but stay away from the bigger names.
>
> I'm a big Zin lover too. The major Zin regions that I'm aware of are
> Paso Robles and Amador County (Near Plymouth, California). Paso Robles
> has far more wineries but I prefer Amador because its more remote,
> rather quaint and a lot of fun.
>
> In March I will be in Paso Robles for the Zin festival. A fun time at
> the regions wineries. It's a very relaxed area to visit with some
> pretty countryside.

Thanks to all for all these tips - excellent stuff and very helpful.
Looking forward to a blurry, lip-stained honeymoon!