Lake County Explorer Blog

Wind whips around the tasting room, groaning through the flapping sunshades, but around the corner, it’s quiet and warm. Two chairs huddle near a patio heater, a tray filled with […]

COVID-19 has changed the way that we travel. But it’s still possible to safely discover somewhere new. Bordering Napa and Sonoma counties, Lake County has nearly forty wineries, ample outdoor opportunities, and great, friendly locals. Home to North America’s oldest lake and a hollow volcano, it’s a place with fewer people and more space to explore safely.

Even though this difficult year may have hampered your wine adventures, it’s still possible to taste the wines of an undiscovered wine region. Bordering Napa and Sonoma counties, Lake County has nearly forty wineries, ample outdoor opportunities, and great, friendly locals. It’s a place where you can stand on the top of a hollow volcano and watch the sunset over North America’s oldest lake, and where each winery has its own tasting experience. The secret to Lake County’s wine is in the dirt: their unique volcanic terroir helps create some of the most drinkable wines in Northern California. You’re sure to discover the perfect one for any occasion.

Why the world has fallen in love with Lake County sauvignon blancs.

Lake County wineries take home the gold – and double gold – and best in class – at the San Francisco Chronicle wine competition.

History runs deep in Upper Lake’s outstanding collection of hotels, restaurants and places of interest. But that history is on display even in Upper Lake’s newest and thriving hot spots. Upper Lake is experiencing a big revival with restaurants, shops and other attractions – even horse-drawn carriage rides on weekends.

An emerging and growing class of wines are being produced in Lake County.

Wine connoisseurs know that Lake County is one of the emerging hot spots in northern California’s wine country. Now the Lake County Winery Association is shining a spotlight on certain […]

Lake County Wine Adventure 2015 is May 15 – 17.