The Napa Valley has developed into the premiere wine region in the US in the last forty years. Beginning with the break up of Inglenook in 1965 things started changing. Robert Mondavi opened his winery and one after anotherothers followed suit. Today Highway 29 is a veritable winery row and the Napa Valley has gone from one wine growing region to 14 and soon to be 15 with the addition of Calistoga as an Appellation.
In 1976 the blind tasting in Paris brought notoriety to the Napa Valley. It was instigated by the then little known wine merchant Steven Spurrier, (now head buyer for Christie’s Auctions of London) who arranged a tasting in Paris. At this tasting the participants declared Stag’s Leap Cask 23 and Chateau Montelena Chardonnay best Red and best White of the tasting, an honor the French would never have bestowed had they not unknowingly given it.
Over the years there have been many changes in the valley but one thing has not changed and that is the passion to produce the finest wine the earth can create! The synergy brought about by so many great wine makers in one place has accelerated improvement in the quality of the wine and developed a style that can only be produced by the unique climate and volcanic soils that the volcano Mount St Helena has provided.
At Limos America we have been watching and adapting to these changes through the years! From years of experience we can get our clients into wineries and tasting rooms that are only known by locals. At these properties the wine is bought and consumed without distribution, because the quality is such that distributors are not required and production is so low. We believe that if our clients come here to taste they should be experiencing wine which they would not be able to find where they live. This is the point of coming here!
On our extensive wine list we have catalogued over 50 varietals grown in the regions of Napa and Sonoma and are approaching listing 1000 wineries. There is no other Limo service that can compare to our dedication to our clients as illustrated by our wine list and Blog. If you want the most knowledgeable and experienced service there is no other choice.
If you are looking for wine tour to which value is added by the driver’s experience and knowledge then Limos America is your choice. We can assist you in making your tour a day not soon forgotten. From a simple tour to an extravagant procurement and collection of a serious cellar we have the knowledge and experience to assist you!
I was born here in 1953, who else says that in their literature?
We await your putting us to the test!
Mark V Marino
http://www.californiawinelimo.com Blog
Great mission statement Mark. Best of luck!
Posted by: Julie | March 28, 2008 at 06:13 AM
Dear Mark - What an inspiring Mission Statement! Although we once lived outside the beautiful Anderson Valley, we now toil in the Temecula Valley. (Weddings are our passion). If there was any justice, we would love to see you stand in our Wine Country, then say "The Temecula Valley reminds me of the Napa Valley in 19??" That, my friend, would be fascinating. Keep writing the good word! Michael & Karon Cartwright. CAKE Wedding Newsletter.
Posted by: Michael Cartwright | April 23, 2008 at 06:01 PM