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Grape vines may be grown against a fence, on a trellis or arbor or as the canopy of a patio, providing a comfortable vine-shaded retreat.

Caring for a grape vineyard is year round. Each season has different tasks to aid production. Springtime chores include replacing posts, tying vines, and mowing.

Summer time in the grape vineyard brings a new series of tasks. The two main tasks are starting new growth and removing competition.

Texas is the fifth leading wine producing state. Growing wine grapes requires knowledge and upfront costs, but the end result is worth it.

Grape vines need to be pruned or "trimmed" in the winter to stimulate new growth for the spring.

A number of tropical fruit trees and plants can be grown successfully in many parts of Florida, including tamarind, grapes and pineapple.

When Frey Vineyards opened in Mendocino's Redwood Valley in 1980 it was the first organic winery there. Now there are 15, more than in any other US county

Grapes propagated from cuttings have a high rate of success for the grape growing enthusiast.

Museum-quality arts and crafts, gourmet candy and other items produced by Nevada artists and artisans provide hours of pleasure and memories of the Silver State.

A short introduction to Niagara-on-the-Lake with detail on wineries and Icewine.

Niagara-on-the-Lake is a ninety-minute drive from Toronto. It has officially been a town since1781 and is famous for its annual Shaw Festival and its fine wineries.

For hundreds of years, the Tagaris family was involved in grape-growing and wine-making in Greece. The tradition continues at the Tagaris Winery Richland, Washington.

Texas wine country offers an array of wines and types of wineries to visit. Wine enthusiasts can choose to travel many miles or a few miles over several days.

The cool, mild climate of the California Central Coast provides an ideal environment for growing specific grape varieties. The Edna Valley produces premium wines.

The Monticello Wine Trail, located in central Virginia, includes 21 unique wineries. The trail shares the region with the spectacular Blue Ridge Parkway and Skyline Drive

Madeira fortified wine is well known for its excellence but the island's noble grapes also produce quality dinner wines, increasingly popular with connoisseurs.

Healthy, productive grapevines are possible with careful attention to their requirements.

To fully discover Kalambaka, visit the museum, tour the Byzantine church, walk the hills surrounding the monasteries and visit the Friday market

Take a tour of Chianti Country and you'll discover one of Italy's favourite wine regions.

The German Wine Route (Deutsche Weinstrasse) in the Pfalz wine region is known for its charming wine villages, wine festivals (Weinfeste), castles and Roman fortresses.

Visitors who plan to explore the little Victorian town of Rugby can find plenty of nearby fun activities on a vacation in Tennessee's Cumberland Plateau.

With a mini 'greenhouse' for your new grape vine expect a bigger, healthier vine that bears fruit sooner.

Biodynamic gardening is the science of planting and harvesting by the moon. The info, daily calender and planner make it easy for beginners to grow their own veggies.

Kelowna is no longer known for just its sunshine, orchards and the Ogopogo: more people are traveling to this B.C. vacation destination to explore Kelowna wineries.

Blending Old South with new ideas, two sisters have transformed their family tobacco farm into a wine and wedding destination just minutes from North Carolina beaches.

Take a trip to Pender Island, within the Gulf Islands of BC, for wine tours, culinary travel and deluxe accommodations.

Spring bulbs sometimes grow too soon in spring or come up in the fall. Why they emerge now, what to do (and what not to do) when spring flower bulbs sprout extra early.

If you're looking for a close-to-home weekend getaway in Reno or Carson City, try the town of Genoa and the Tahoe Ridge Winery. Tahoe Ridge offers free wine tastings.

Summer's end signals shorter days and cooler nights. A crisp grigio and a minimalist Chardonnay make perfect companions to enjoy the blending of one season to the next.

When hard green grapes soften and change color they are beginning to ripen in a stage of grape development known as veraison.

The premier wine tasting tourist attraction in the Santa Cruz Mountains takes place on Passport Weekend, held four times a year.

Wineries are located in almost every state, providing interesting side trips while traveling. The different climates and grape varieties create a variety of tastes.

The 2007 vintage has been raved as the finest yet for Niagara reds and Ontario wine lovers have been anticipating their release since the grapes were picked 2 years ago.

Seven Pounds marks Barry Pepper's second project with Will Smith, following Enemy of the State. It was the opportunity to work with "the world's most bankable star".

VQA is a program assuring winemaking standards and appellation regulations, bringing Canada in line with other major wine producing countries.

When temperatures dip well below freezing, grape vine winter survival depends on good protection.

Suite101.com's interview with Mr. Bruce Ewert of L'Acadie Vineyards continues with an explanation of using the traditional method in crafting their sparkling wines.

Suite101.com recently had the opportunity to speak with several Annapolis Valley vintners. Dr. Jonathan Murray, owner of Muir Murray Estate Winery, speaks on wine.

On the south end of Burgundy, France lies the Beaujolais wine region. The hillsides of this region is laddened with vines that produce vibrant, early drinking wines

British winemakers are increasing their yields in sparking wine varietals and overcoming economic wine bias.

Gather your friends together for a Cabernet Sauvignon wine tasting. Serve foods that pair well with this full-bodied red wine.