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California’s Fantastic Five

August 15, 2024
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California’s Fantastic Five

California grows about 75 different grape varieties, but just 5 lead the production of fine wines: Cabernet Sauvignon, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Zinfandel, and Merlot.

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Anna Brenny

Anna, a Minnesota native, graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison where she studied Marketing and Digital Studies. She is a lover of traveling and scuba diving, trying new restaurants, exploring New York City, and of course all things good wine and cocktails!

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