Mendocino Wine Country Ages Nicely

Vineyard, south of Ukiah (11/16/15) Walter Gabler

Russian River near Ukiah (11/16/15) Walter Gabler

Vineyard, south of Ukiah (11/16/15) Walter Gabler

Agricultural fields, south of Ukiah (11/16/15) Walter Gabler

Mendocino County color spotter Walter Gabler reports that vineyards between Hopland and Ukiah along U.S. 101 have developed into a blend of green, yellow, orange and burgundy.

He writes, “The cold snap we had last week really put us into fall.  The colors are now popping between Ukiah and Hopland.”

Heading south from Ukiah on U.S. 101, Simaine Cellars, Rivino Winery, Nelson Family Vineyards, Jaxon Keys Winery & Distillery, Saracina Vineyards and Campovida Winery are developing color by grape variety. Some vines are bright yellow, others are deep red and still others have yet to change.

Nearby, fields and forests along the Russian River are being gilded with fall color.

Near Peak (50-75%) GO NOW! – Redwood Highway (Hopland north to Ukiah)