Fodor's Expert Review Holly's Hill Vineyards
Placerville
Winery/Brewery/Distillery
Fodor's Choice
The founders of this woodsy hilltop winery 7 miles south of Apple Hill tasted Châteauneuf-du-Pape on their honeymoon, sparking a lifetime passion for Rhône wines made in classic French style. Mourvèdre is a specialty, by itself and in blends with Grenache, Syrah, or both. Carignane, Counoise, and other lower-profile Rhône reds are also made, along with whites that include the Roussanne-dominant Patriarche Blanc blend. Taste these beautifully crafted estate wines in a space with views that extend 75 miles on a clear day, and picnic outside when you're done.