The French Camp Vineyard is situated near Santa Margarita, within the Highlands District, one of the 11 sub-AVAs of Paso Robles. The Highlands District is known for its higher elevation, ranging from 1,160 to 2,086 feet, which provides a unique climate for viticulture. The vineyard employs distinct farming techniques to cultivate high-quality grapes, including Zinfandel and the rare Lagrein variety. These distinctive grapes are entrusted to winemakers to create wines that reflect the unique terroir of the region. With its focus on exceptional farming practices and rare varietals, the French Camp Vineyard produces wines that stand out for their character and quality.
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This Tobin James Cellars Zinfandel French Camp Vineyard is a bold and delicious wine.On the nose, it has intense aromas of ripe blackberry, black cherry, and a hint of spice. On the palate, it has bold flavors of ripe blackberry and black cherry, with a touch of spice and a hint of oak. The finish is long and lingering, with a pleasant balance of fruit and oak. Enjoy this delicious Zinfandel with grilled meats, hearty stews, and robust cheeses.
The Central Coast of California is a wine lover's paradise, boasting a wide variety of climates, soils, and grape varieties. Located between San Francisco and Los Angeles, the Central Coast spans from Monterey County in the north to Santa Barbara County in the south. With its diverse topography and Mediterranean climate, the Central Coast is home to some of the most renowned wineries in the United States.
The Central Coast has a long and storied history of winemaking, dating back to the mid-1800s. The first vineyards were planted in the Santa Clara Valley, and by the late 1800s, the region was producing some of the finest wines in the country. The region's reputation for quality wines was further solidified in the early 1989, when the Santa Clara Valley was declared among the first American Viticultural Area (AVA) in the United States.