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ROAD to ROSÉ The ultimate private wine tasting with Villa Wine Tours Written by Kim Hashemi Photographed by Silas Fallstich
A socially distanced activity that involves wine? On a Wednesday? Yes please. I receive a call from Gabi, one of the owners of Villa Wine Tours, who cheerfully says, “We’re here!” My friend and I walk outside to our luxury private SUV ready to take us on a tasteful journey through the alluring Santa Ynez Valley. On the way, Gabi and Shawn (co-owner and husband) share some history of the region which further enlivens us for our mid-week adventure. We arrive at our first destination, ultra boutique winery, McKinney Family Vineyards, where owner and winemaker Matt greets us with a humble smile. We start with a pour of Rosé of Grenache/Mourvèdre which boasts rousing aromas of citrus and tangerine blossom as we amble through the vineyards, which are ready for harvest...tomorrow.
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