Many producers on the West Coast follow the traditional methods when making sparkling wines, yielding a high-quality product that is on par with your favorite Champagne.
In addition to boasting some of the most breathtaking sunsets of the year, fall is the perfect time to enjoy fewer crowds, quieter beaches and, surprisingly, better weather.
The West Coast’s climate is similar to that of the Mediterranean, and since chardonnay is an early-ripening varietal, the cool evening temperatures and steady breeze from the Pacific work in its favor.