![]() First, the grapes at Evangelho Vineyards are own-rooted, while modern vineyards are planted with a hybrid rootstock that is phylloxera-resistant, these aged vines are planted with their original roots. ![]() Outside of the blended grape varietals planted together throughout the vineyard, there are also other important characteristics and conditions that make these grapes spectacular. Unique Growing Conditions Make for Excellent Wine Making Grapes Before technology that allowed winemakers to blend and manipulate wines, diverse vineyards is what the expert growers practiced. Unlike other heritage vineyards, but very common to ancient styles of growing, Evangelho has a wide variety of grapes within the vineyard, including Zinfandel, Carignan, Mourvedre, Alicante Bouchet, Muscat, and Palomino. Fine wines start with exceptional grapes.Įvangelho Vineyard was planted over 130 years ago by Portuguese immigrants. ![]() But, great winemakers will remind you, it is not the grand estate or fancy tasting room that makes a fine wine. If you are familiar with wine, you can confirm that it does not have the same romantic charm that more well-known vineyards have with rolling hills, grand estates, and formal tasting rooms.  A Bit of Historyįor some wine enthusiasts and grape experts, Evangelho Vineyard is one of the most unique vineyards in all of California. The secret that many of these winemakers and labels don’t tell you is that many of the layers of their beloved, and sought-after wines may have come from Antioch’s own Evangelho Vineyards. California wines bring images of the rolling hills of Napa Valley, the lush valleys of Healdsburg, and the rich flavors of Russian River and Sonoma Valley wines.
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