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July 07, 2008
Food

Fallbrook Winery

Nestled in the heart of North County San Diego is a 36-acre vineyard called Fallbrook Winery.  This winery has earned several distinguished awards making their wines well-recognized and respected.  The Fallbrook Winery contends that the warm days and cool nights make those ideal conditions to produce grapes with the perfect sugar and acid level for a harmonious wine. 

When visiting the winery, visitors will be able to enjoy some great wine tasting.  The flavors and blends of these wines are remarkable.  The Fallbrook Winery has won some esteemed awards, so be sure to take a sip of the following if it's available for tasting:

 

·        Sauvignon Blanc (Winner of the Critic's Challenge International Wine Competition)

·        Syrah Reserve (Winner of the San Diego National Wine Competition)

·        Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve (Winner of the San Diego National Wine Competition)

·        Chardonnay (Winner of the San Diego International Wine Competition)

·        Merlot (Winner of the San Diego International Wine Competition)

 

In between wine tasting, enjoy the relaxing vineyard atmosphere.  A central building located on the premises actually houses two aging cellar that is constructed into the hillside.  This area is typically designated for oak barrel aging.

Recently, the winery planted 12 additional acres of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, Petite Verdot and Cabernet Franc. 

Be ready for some extraordinary views. The atmosphere at the Fallbrook Winery is relaxed and friendly.  Its noncommercial appeal is what makes it so attractive, and the people employed here are brimful with great information on anything you want to know about wine.
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Fallbrook Winery
2554 Via Rancheros
760-728-0156
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