With all of the hardship due to storms and floods elsewhere in the country it must sound a bit smug to comment on how nice it is in Northern California just now, but I just can’t stand it. This past weekend we made a quick trip to our home in Lake County and traveled through the beautiful Napa Valley along the Silverado Trail. The weather was perfect and the wildflowers were blooming on all the hillsides. Wild mustard covered the fields like a golden carpet and lupine and California Poppies lined the roadway as we traveled. Of course, the vines were starting to sprout their greenery with the promise of the region’s great wines we enjoy so much. Spring driving in the Valley is always done with some caution as we encounter the sightseers and limousines full of wine tasters. We were on a mission and really didn’t stop for any samples on this particular trip since it is easy to get caught up in the wine culture and forget about the driving still ahead. Once in Lake County we were able to relax with a glass of Ceago Sauvignon Blanc from the Fetzer owned winery just down the road from our place. Ahhh, Spring!

Posted By: Charlene & David Todd