Clos Du Val

Frommer's Review

This winery's ivy-covered building and well-manicured rose garden set the scene for a romantic wine-tasting experience. Bordeaux-born founder and winemaker Bernard Portet and his newer, younger counterpart, John Clews, are responsible for the output; Portet has garnered a reputation for his cabernet, which makes up 70% of the winery's production. Other varietals include chardonnay, pinot noir, and merlot. You can try them all in the basic tasting room. They charge a $10 tasting fee (refunded with purchase) for four wines and $20 for a reserve tasting, which includes a logo glass and a library selection or two. Grassy nooks along the grounds include facilities for picnics and the French game pétanque.

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