El Dorado
El Dorado Wineries is located in the heart Gold Country. Placerville is the main city in El Dorado Wine Country, which is along Highway 50. Zinfandel is king in this wine growing region.
El Dorado Wine Country
While best known for Zinfandel, El Dorado wineries excel at producing several other grapes as well. These include Chenin Blanc, Petite Syrah, Chardonnay, Sangiovese, Nebbiolo and Cabernet Sauvignon. Tasting rooms continue to open, and El Dorado Wineries are becoming a more convenient destination for wine tours.
During growing season, the climate of El Dorado Wine Country is generally sunny with warm days and cool nights. Many varietals need a lot of sunlight to ripen, but also require cool evenings to retain acidity. Grapes like Zinfandel, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Barbera all need enough heat for flavor development, but also need acidity for structure and balance. El Dorado Wineries search to find this balance.
Like most wine growing regions in the Sierra Foothills, the terrain of El Dorado Wine Country is composed of very unfertile soil that is suited for high quality grape growing. El Dorado Wineries grow their vines in decomposed granite soil on elevated mountain slopes. Local wines are quite robust and have strong personalities. Flavor concentration is rarely an issue here, but balance can be.
The history of wine production in El Dorado Wine Country dates to the mid 19th century. In 1848, gold was discovered near one of John Sutter’s sawmills. This caused an enormous influx of young single men to arrive in the region. After a long day searching for gold, they wanted something to drink. A number of El Dorado Wineries were established to cater to this market.
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-->Latest News – El Dorado
- Mar 06, 2007
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El Dorado Hills Art and Wine Affaire
El Dorado Hills are and wine affaire scheduled for May. - Mar 06, 2007
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Holly’s Hill Vineyards Mourvedre Mourvedre Mourvedre
El Dorado's Holly's Hill Vineyards Mourvedre Mourvedre Mourvedre event scheduled for March. - Mar 06, 2007
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Explore El Dorado’s Harvest Weekend
Explore El Dorado's Harvest Weekend scheduled for September. - Mar 06, 2007
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Apple Hill Wine Fest Scheduled for July
El Dorado’s Apple Hill Wine Fest scheduled for July. - Jan 05, 2007
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El Dorado Passport Weekend Set for March
The El Dorado Winery Association is scheduled to hold their annual Passport Weekend on the weekends of March 24th and 31st.
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