Articles related to "Early California"

The first vineyards and wines of early California.

While wine has been made for centuries in many locations around the world, these unlikely candidates gave rise to today's great New World Wines.

Lillie Hitchcock Coit was an eccentric lady of San Francisco and an honorary firefighter. She gambled, bet on horses, and was engaged to two men at the same time.

The historic lodges of Yellowstone, Grand Canyon and Yosemite national parks feature design elements that complement their unique geographic locations.

Founded in 1876, a nostalgic visit to Los Alamos, Ca. brings tourists off Hwy. 101 for wine tasting, antique shopping and a steak dinner and drinks at an Old West hotel.

James Marshall State Historic Park tells 1848 California gold rush story with Sutter's Mill replica, Chilean and Mexican Arrastres, Chinese Store and pioneer buildings..

The troubled economy is wrecking havoc with the traditional summer vacation, but San Diego is coming to the rescue.

Jefferson Davis, future president of the Confederacy, is born in Kentucky. Years later he attends West Point and fights in the Black Hawk war.

Edna Valley in California's Central Coast wine region offers top rated wineries with tasting rooms, antique shopping and a trip through nostalgic vineyard scenery.

Black Stallion Winery is constructed on Napa Valley's old equestrian site on Silverado Trail. The grounds and interior reflect the old California ranch style.

There are many sights to see while driving Route 1 through Big Sur, California. This article offers tips on the best, must-see attractions between Cambria and Carmel, CA.

Napa Valley's first winery is building on a 148-year uninterrupted tradition and offering real competition to its competitors.

From Indians to Gold Rush miners, pioneers to missions, California's rich history is preserved in multiple historical markers on state and national landmark registers.

California State Highway 49 meanders through small towns made famous during the gold rush of 1849. Restored hotels, cafes and museums offer a glimpse of the past.

James Marshall discovered gold in 1848. That much is true. But It was Sam Brannan's genius for publicity that really began the great Gold Rush

Like Pinot Noir, Merlot suffered a long, painful beginning in New World vineyards.