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Zaca Mesa Winery

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Frommer's Staff

One of the region's old-timers, Zaca Mesa has been in business since 1972, so one can forgive the hippie/New Age mumbo jumbo pleasantly interwoven with the well-honed vintages. Situated on a unique plateau that the Spanish named La Zaca Mesa (the Restful Place), this winery's 750 acres are uniquely beautiful, with two easy nature trails for visitors. You'll also find picnic tables and a giant lawn chessboard. Inside, look for the usual Syrah and chardonnay offerings jazzed up with experimental Rhone varietals such as grenache, roussanne, and viognier.