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15. Robert Sinskey Vineyards -

All the grapes at this charming venue are 100% certified organic. This Napa, CA vineyard employs sustainable farming techniques which protect roughly 200 acres of vines. 

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15. Robert Sinskey Vineyards -

The tour prices range between $40 and $175 per person. Sinskey is primarily known for his pinot blanc, pinot noir, and cabernet sauvignon. 

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14. Leonetti Cellar -

When this vineyard launched in Walla Walla, WA, in 1978, it became the town's first wine producer. This wine producer almost single-handedly put Washington on the map for red wines.

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14. Leonetti Cellar -

Though they are famous for delicious cabernet sauvignons and merlots, the Figgins family is branching out from their famous Bordeaux wines, as seen by the creation of their own riesling, the Seattle Times reports. 

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13. Domaine Drouhin Oregon -

Famed for their pinot noir and chardonnay, this vineyard in Dayton, OR, is spread across 225 acres of the stunning Willamette Valley. 

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13. Domaine Drouhin Oregon - The Drouhin Family got their start in the grape-cultivating business in Burgundy, France, over a century ago. They later brought French flair to Oregon, and have continued to cultivate exquisite wines for over 25 years.  
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12. Calera Wine Company -

If you are searching for a distinct and delicious California red wine then look no further than the town of Hollister. This winery essentially pioneered the cultivation of American pinot noir.

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12. Calera Wine Company -

Even the esteemed wine critic Robert Parker adamantly believes that "Calera is one of the most compelling Pinot Noir specialists of not only the New World but of Planet Earth," according to the Calera website.

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11. Quilceda Creek Vintners -

This wine vendor in Snohomish, WA, is revered for its legendary cabernet sauvignon. It was even classified by wine critic Robert Parker Jr. as the state's leading producer of this red wine.

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11. Quilceda Creek Vintners -

The winery was cofounded in 1978 by the nephew of André Tchelistcheff, the influential winemaker who had a prestigious career at the famed Beaulieu Vineyards and who is credited with shaping modern-day California wine. 

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10. Caymus Vineyards -

The Wagner family opened this winery in 1971 in Rutherford, CA, and the legacy continues to this day. Wine-making at the vineyard is currently being overseen by the founder's son, Chuck Wagner.

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10. Caymus Vineyards -

The vineyard is mainly known for its cabernet sauvignon, and has won the title of “Top Wine of the Year" from Wine Spectator more than once. The Caymus Zinfandel, however, can also hold its own in a tasting contest. 

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9. Littorai Wines -

This three-acre vineyard in Sebastopol, CA, was the first Burgundian wine estate in America, according to SF Gate. The winery emphasizes using eco-friendly farming procedures. Going green never tasted so good.

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9. Littorai Wines -

Inspired by a trip to France early in his life, the founder, Ted Lemon, and his wife, Heidi Lemon, set out to create distinct yet refined chardonnays and pinot noirs, and they have certainly done just that. 

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8. Barboursville Vineyards -

This vineyard on an 18th-century estate in Barboursville, VA, is overflowing with as much history as it is grape vines. These splendid wines can be enjoyed on a stroll to the nearby ruins of Thomas Jefferson's mansion. 

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8. Barboursville Vineyards -

Farmers have struggled for generations to cultivate grape vines in this region, and it took Gianni Zonin 40 persistent years of tending the soil to find the perfect recipe for their delectable whites and ageable reds. 

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7. DAOU Vineyards & Winery -

In 2007, French brothers Daniel and Georges Daou founded this winery in Paso Robles, CA. They have continued to create some of the most distinctive red wines that the Central Coast has to offer. 

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7. DAOU Vineyards & Winery -

When the brothers first began cultivating grape vines in Paso Robles, they found the soil to be similar to the Médoc region in Bordeaux, so they decided to specialize in cabernet sauvignon and other Bordeaux wines.

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6. Smith-Madrone Vineyards -

This winery was founded in 1971 by Stuart and Charles Smith in St. Helena, CA. The vineyard lies in a gorgeous location near the summit of Spring Mountain in Napa Valley. 

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6. Smith-Madrone Vineyards -

The vineyard has won gold medals across the country on multiple occasions for their cabernet sauvignon and chardonnay. At the International Wine Championships in 1979, their riesling was voted the Best Riesling in the World.

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5. Sine Qua Non -

Their name doesn't mean "indispensable" for no good reason. This wine producer in Oak View, CA, cultivates some of the most high quality and expensive wine that the California coast has to offer. 

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5. Sine Qua Non -

The goal of founders Elaine and Manfred Krankl was to create a wine so delicious that vino-enthusiasts simply could not live without it. They have a range of blends, though they typically lean toward Rhône varieties.

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4. Au Bon Climat Winery - This winery in Santa Barbara, CA, offers some of the best bang-for-your-buck blends in the region. Prices range from around $22 to $34 for high-class flavor. 
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4. Au Bon Climat Winery -

Jim Clendenen has been cultivating exceptional grape vines at this vineyard for the last 35 years. This California wine producer is known for its internationally recognized pinot noirs and chardonnays.

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3. Corison Winery -

These family-owned vineyards between Rutherford and St. Helena, CA, are Napa Valley originals. Cathy Corison has been creating critically acclaimed wines for the last several decades.

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3. Corison Winery -

This venerated vineyard is known for its stupendously fresh cabernet sauvignons, such as their Napa cabernet franc and cabernet rosé, that withstand the test of time. 

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2. Tablas Creek Vineyard -

This wine-producing leader in Paso Robles, CA, is known for its mouthwatering Rhône varietals. The winery is also famous for its impressive ecologically sustainable cultivation practices. 

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2. Tablas Creek Vineyard -

The winery has a wide variety of delicious blends, from its refreshing roussanne to its rich mourvèdre. This vineyard has also been recognized as a leader in eco-friendly farming in California and across the US.

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1. Ridge Vineyards -

Coming in at the number one spot, Ridge Vineyards in Cupertino, CA, has earned the title of America's best vineyard for the third year in a row for their consistently high-quality, traditionally made wines. 

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1. Ridge Vineyards -

If Ridge Vineyards falls short of anything, it certainly isn't quality or variety. This winery is internationally renowned for their top-of-the-line zinfandels, cabernet sauvignons, merlots, and chardonnays. 

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