A Tour of Historic California Vineyards
Richard Jennings
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Posted 07.30.2012
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California's first vineyards were planted starting in 1779 by Franciscan missionaries. The vines planted were what have become known as Mission grapes, or Criolla, a term that covers a few varieties traditionally used for sacramental wine.
