Can a place find its way into your heart after just one day? Can a day of traveling with three children be called a romantic journey? Miraculously, perhaps, I think so. The Napa hillsides enchanted us with their pristine rows of lush vines juxtaposed with waving golden grasses, interspersed with grand and noble wineries as well and charming, quaint ones. There was something about the quality of the light, the palatte of colors in the hills and sky, that caused me to draw in my breath. It would be a great place to go as a couple, and I hope to return for a more leisurely visit. This time around, we had to endure groans of, "Why do we need to stop at another vinyard?" "Isn't this place just like the last?" "I'm hot. When will we get to Yosemite?" Here are a few images from our brief but beautiful time in Napa Valley.
Beringer grapes
Gorgeous flowers were everywhere.
And of course....grapes!
Peju, our favorite vinyard.
Peju's lovely grounds.
Even barrels are beautiful at Peju!
Waiting to be sampled...
Stained glass in Peju's tasting room.
Hope you enjoyed the journey! Get ready for Yosemite, a favorite destination of Ansel Adams - and me, too!
