In 1865 George Calvert Yount planted the first vines in Napa Valley. Now, the AVA is one of the most highly respected in the country, currently home to over 300 vineyards and a favorite destination for wine lovers around the world. Take a look at these photos of wineries in Napa and discover the beauty of California wine country.

Cakebread Cellars

At first, Jack Cakebread visited Napa Valley to take a few photos. He had some friends that owned a vineyard and said to them, that someday he would like to own a vineyard. They called him later that day and offered to sell them theirs. He accepted.