What kind of wine does Grgich Hills Winery make?

Sale! Grgich Hills Estate is an iconic Napa Valley winery, consistently producing world-class wines.

Who is the owner of Grgic Vina winery?

Grgić Vina was established in 1996 by legendary Napa Valley winemaker, Croatian-born Miljenko “Mike” Grgich, his daughter, Violet Grgić and his nephew Ivo Jeramaz. Dedicated to the art of winemaking, Mike started the winery to produce the finest wines from native Dalmatian grapes.

Where to go wine tasting in North Georgia?

The antique wine library and cellar displays an array of 19th century French wine artifacts, which is a beautiful backdrop for wine tasting or enjoying a meal from their extensive menu. Tastings are offered beginning at 11 a.m. Thursday through Sunday, and the last tasting is at 4:15 p.m.

What kind of wine is made in Georgia?

Many people associate Georgia wines with sweet wines made from muscadine grapes and fruits, like peaches and berries. Although there are some outstanding muscadine and fruit wines, visitors may be surprised to learn that North Georgia has been making wines in the European style for hundreds of years.

When did the Grgich Hills Zinfandel win a gold medal?

The Grgich Hills’ 1979 Chardonnay is served at a White House dinner for King Juan Carlos of Spain. Queen Elizabeth II is served the 1978 Grgich Hills Chardonnay at the home of Stanford University President Donald Kennedy. The 1984 Grgich Hills Zinfandel wins a Gold Medal and is named Best California Zinfandel and Best American Zinfandel.

When did Grgich Hills cellars change its name?

By 2005, Grgich Hills purchased enough vineyard acreage to source from its own vineyards. The label was amended to add the word “Estate” in recognition of this important milestone and in 2007 the name was officially changed from Grgich Hills Cellars to Grgich Hills Estate.

When did Austin Hills join with Grgich Hills?

When Miljenko “Mike” Grgich joined forces with Austin Hills in 1977 to form Grgich Hills Cellar, the original label design proposed a rearing horse clenching a baton in its mouth, a colorful feature of the Hills’ family crest.