For many wine enthusiasts visiting a wine region whether in their own country or in another country that produces their favorite wines is a dream come true. Many plan these trips in the spring when the grape plants are blooming, the summer when the grapes are peaking, or even the fall during the harvest. As good as these times are for the visitor to see the vineyard and experience the process they are really not the optimal time to visit.
More wine lovers are discovering that winter is an amazing time to visit vineyards and enjoy the whole experience. During this time the vineyard has less going on so time with the winemakers to ask questions is more abundant and in many cases accommodations are cheaper in off-season as well. While the weather may be cooler and the scenery may not be quite as beautiful the individual attention you receive will more than make up for this.
Visitors will still get to experience wine tasting, tours, and even excellent snacks on cheese boards all with more attention and easier on the wallet prices. Between Christmas and spring many are looking for something to do so a trip to wine country may be just the ticket to spend a little free time on the weekend.